SERMON I. Preached, Friday June 27. 1662. Revel. 3. v. 3. Remember therefore how thou hast received, and heard, and hold fast and repent, &c. I Have gone through the whole second Chapter of this Book, and the two first verses of this, in my course of preaching the Friday-Lecture. I shall enter upon this third verse at this time by God's assistance.
SERMON I. Preached, Friday June 27. 1662. Revel. 3. v. 3. remember Therefore how thou hast received, and herd, and hold fast and Repent, etc. I Have gone through the Whole second Chapter of this Book, and the two First Verses of this, in my course of preaching the Friday-Lecture. I shall enter upon this third verse At this time by God's assistance.
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The words contain further counsel and direction given by our Saviour Christ to this Church of Sardis, in order to her recovery from that formality and spiritual deadness she was sunk into. Two Directions Christ had given her in the second verse;
The words contain further counsel and direction given by our Saviour christ to this Church of Sardis, in order to her recovery from that formality and spiritual deadness she was sunk into. Two Directions christ had given her in the second verse;
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This is prescribed as a means to recover them from their spiritual decayes and deadness, and to cure them of that formality & hypocrisie they had been guilty of.
This is prescribed as a means to recover them from their spiritual decays and deadness, and to cure them of that formality & hypocrisy they had been guilty of.
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This sense of the words I shall not exclude, but the word relates rather to the manner how Truths and Ordinances were delivered to them, and received by them.
This sense of the words I shall not exclude, but the word relates rather to the manner how Truths and Ordinances were Delivered to them, and received by them.
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Doct. 1. That one great cause of declining in Religion both in Churches and particular Christians, is the forgetfulness of those Truths they have formerly received and heard;
Doct. 1. That one great cause of declining in Religion both in Churches and particular Christians, is the forgetfulness of those Truths they have formerly received and herd;
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Doct. 2. That the best way to recover and reform a declining Church or person, is to bring them back to the Rule of God's Word, which they have received and heard, to reduce both Doctrine, Worship and Practices to the first Institution,
Doct. 2. That the best Way to recover and reform a declining Church or person, is to bring them back to the Rule of God's Word, which they have received and herd, to reduce both Doctrine, Worship and Practices to the First Institution,
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Doct. That it is the duty of Churches and particular Christians, and a special means to recover them from formality, declinings and deadness in Religion,
Doct. That it is the duty of Churches and particular Christians, and a special means to recover them from formality, declinings and deadness in Religion,
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and the exercise of Grace, to remember what and how they have received and heard. Christians should remember old Truths that they have received and heard long ago.
and the exercise of Grace, to Remember what and how they have received and herd. Christians should Remember old Truths that they have received and herd long ago.
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They should remember what Truths they have heard, and what Ordinances they have injoyed, and also after what manner Truths and Ordinances have been dispensed to them, and received by them.
They should Remember what Truths they have herd, and what Ordinances they have enjoyed, and also After what manner Truths and Ordinances have been dispensed to them, and received by them.
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First, For the Scripture-proof of this Doctrine, see this duty enjoyned to Israel, Deut. 6.6, 7, 8, 9. and the particular directions there given were in order to the furthering of this great Duty in the Text,
First, For the Scripture proof of this Doctrine, see this duty enjoined to Israel, Deuteronomy 6.6, 7, 8, 9. and the particular directions there given were in order to the furthering of this great Duty in the Text,
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See the great care of David in the discharge of this duty, Psal. 119.11, 15, 48, 97. And so also the Virgin Mary, Luke 2.51. and in many other places, is said to have pondred and laid up the sayings of Christ in her heart.
See the great care of David in the discharge of this duty, Psalm 119.11, 15, 48, 97. And so also the Virgae Marry, Lycia 2.51. and in many other places, is said to have pondered and laid up the sayings of christ in her heart.
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First, shew it is the duty of Christians to remember what they have received and heard for the matter: 2dly, how they have received and heard as to the manner.
First, show it is the duty of Christians to Remember what they have received and herd for the matter: 2dly, how they have received and herd as to the manner.
1. It is the duty of Christians, and a special means both to keep and recover them from formality and deadness in Religion, to be very careful to retain in their memories those Fundamental Doctrines and Principles of Religion they have received and heard, that are contained in the Scriptures,
1. It is the duty of Christians, and a special means both to keep and recover them from formality and deadness in Religion, to be very careful to retain in their memories those Fundamental Doctrines and Principles of Religion they have received and herd, that Are contained in the Scriptures,
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The like direction Paul gives to Timothy, 2 Tim. 1.13, 14. Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast received of me, &c. The vital Doctrines of Faith in Jesus Christ, and concerning the Person, Natures, Offices, and Benefits of Christ, with the Truths depending on these:
The like direction Paul gives to Timothy, 2 Tim. 1.13, 14. Hold fast the from of found words, which thou hast received of me, etc. The vital Doctrines of Faith in jesus christ, and Concerning the Person, Nature's, Offices, and Benefits of christ, with the Truths depending on these:
And I trust that we also, whose Ministry among you is now towards a period, may say as Paul when he was taking leave of the Ephesians, Acts 20.20, 21, 26, 27. though we acknowledge in great weakness,
And I trust that we also, whose Ministry among you is now towards a Period, may say as Paul when he was taking leave of the Ephesians, Acts 20.20, 21, 26, 27. though we acknowledge in great weakness,
and then when you may not have so frequently and abundantly the Word afresh opened and applied to you, it will be of great use to remember what and how you have received and heard.
and then when you may not have so frequently and abundantly the Word afresh opened and applied to you, it will be of great use to Remember what and how you have received and herd.
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If old Errors should be broached under the notion of new Truths, Christians should bring them to the standard of God's Word (according to that, Isa. 8.20.) of what you have received and heard.
If old Errors should be broached under the notion of new Truths, Christians should bring them to the standard of God's Word (according to that, Isaiah 8.20.) of what you have received and herd.
2. It is the duty of Christians, and a means to recover them from deadness and formality of Religion, to remember as the Doctrines of the Gospel they have received and heard,
2. It is the duty of Christians, and a means to recover them from deadness and formality of Religion, to Remember as the Doctrines of the Gospel they have received and herd,
Churches are very apt to degenerate from plain Spiritual Worship, and the simplicity of the Gospel of Christ into a name to 〈 ◊ 〉, a meer outward form of Religion,
Churches Are very apt to degenerate from plain Spiritual Worship, and the simplicity of the Gospel of christ into a name to 〈 ◊ 〉, a mere outward from of Religion,
They should remember that God hath said he will be worshipped in Spirit and in Truth, Joh. 4.23, 24. and what Christ hath said, Mat. 15.3, 10. and Mark 7.7, 8, 9. Reade these Scriptures at leisure. This was Christ's Doctrine.
They should Remember that God hath said he will be worshipped in Spirit and in Truth, John 4.23, 24. and what christ hath said, Mathew 15.3, 10. and Mark 7.7, 8, 9. Reade these Scriptures At leisure. This was Christ's Doctrine.
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and crowded into God's Worship, Christians should run to their Bibles, and ask, Was it so from the beginning? Did Christ and his Apostles preach, pray, administer and receive Sacraments thus? how did they appoint them to be dispensed? Christians should account it wisdom enough to follow their direction and example.
and crowded into God's Worship, Christians should run to their Bibles, and ask, Was it so from the beginning? Did christ and his Apostles preach, pray, administer and receive Sacraments thus? how did they appoint them to be dispensed? Christians should account it Wisdom enough to follow their direction and Exampl.
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Si canalis aquam ducens subito deficiat, nonne ad fontem pergitur? &c. If the Conduit-pipe or Cistern which was wont to give forth water plentifully, suddenly stop, do not men go to the Fountain to find out the cause,
Si canalis aquam ducens subito deficiat, nonne ad fontem pergitur? etc. If the Conduit-pipe or Cistern which was wont to give forth water plentifully, suddenly stop, do not men go to the Fountain to find out the cause,
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whether the Fountain be dry, or the veins stopped? &c. Sic ••portet facere Dei sacerdotes si in aliquo nutaverit aut v•••llaverit veritas, ad originem Dominicam,
whither the Fountain be dry, or the Veins stopped? etc. Sic ••portet facere Dei Sacerdotes si in Aliquo nutaverit Or v•••llaverit veritas, ad originem Dominicam,
You have been told of Afflictions, Sufferings, Persecutions that you must look for. You have been told of these in the written Word, and by Gods Ministers.
You have been told of Afflictions, Sufferings, Persecutions that you must look for. You have been told of these in the written Word, and by God's Ministers.
O Christians, you have been forewarned that Error in Judgment, Wantonness in Opinion and Practice under the Gospel, loathing of Manna, would bring a famine of the Word, that decayes in and leaving of first Love would cause God to remove his Candlestick, that deadness and formality would cause God to come, as a thief in the night, to take away the Gospel, and all your precious things.
O Christians, you have been forewarned that Error in Judgement, Wantonness in Opinion and Practice under the Gospel, loathing of Manna, would bring a famine of the Word, that decays in and leaving of First Love would cause God to remove his Candlestick, that deadness and formality would cause God to come, as a thief in the night, to take away the Gospel, and all your precious things.
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and apprehensions of God's wrath, and in a time of dissertion, and against the fierce and fiery assaults of Satan, the strength of corruption, weakness of grace, difficulty of duty,
and apprehensions of God's wrath, and in a time of desertion, and against the fierce and fiery assaults of Satan, the strength of corruption, weakness of grace, difficulty of duty,
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you have had Ordinances not in the dress of mens inventions, but in the simplicity of the Gospel, 2 Cor. 2.17. & 4.2. Paul was very jealous lest men should be drawn from the simplicity of Christ, 2 Cor. 11.2, 3. So that I say, the remembrance of the plainness and simplicity, in which the Gospel hath been dispensed among men, will be a means to keep them from being taken with a meer outside Religion and way of Worship.
you have had Ordinances not in the dress of men's Inventions, but in the simplicity of the Gospel, 2 Cor. 2.17. & 4.2. Paul was very jealous lest men should be drawn from the simplicity of christ, 2 Cor. 11.2, 3. So that I say, the remembrance of the plainness and simplicity, in which the Gospel hath been dispensed among men, will be a means to keep them from being taken with a mere outside Religion and Way of Worship.
2. It is the duty of Christians, to remember how purely you have received and heard, with what purity the Word, Sacraments and other Ordinances have been delivered,
2. It is the duty of Christians, to Remember how purely you have received and herd, with what purity the Word, Sacraments and other Ordinances have been Delivered,
and so have faithful Ministers, their successors, endeavoured to do. 1 Cor. 11.23, 24. That which I have received of the Lord, I have delivered unto you.
and so have faithful Ministers, their Successors, endeavoured to do. 1 Cor. 11.23, 24. That which I have received of the Lord, I have Delivered unto you.
3. It is the duty of Christians to remember how powerfully they have received and heard, with what power the Word hath been preached and Ordinances dispensed among you;
3. It is the duty of Christians to Remember how powerfully they have received and herd, with what power the Word hath been preached and Ordinances dispensed among you;
and in power, 1 Cor. 2.4? Have not you found the weapons of your spiritual warfare, such as Paul mentions, 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. even mighty through God? Oh! Christians should never forget this,
and in power, 1 Cor. 2.4? Have not you found the weapons of your spiritual warfare, such as Paul mentions, 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. even mighty through God? Oh! Christians should never forget this,
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The heart and mouth of God, yea and the hearts and mouths of God's Ministers they have been opened and enlarged to you, 2 Cor. 6.11, 12. You have had the Word in season, and out of season, the Word frequently preached, and Sacraments frequently administred;
The heart and Mouth of God, yea and the hearts and mouths of God's Ministers they have been opened and enlarged to you, 2 Cor. 6.11, 12. You have had the Word in season, and out of season, the Word frequently preached, and Sacraments frequently administered;
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1. It is the duty of Christians, and a means to keep and recover them from deadness, to remember how seriously, with what seriousness of spirit they attended on the Service of God and holy duties, at their first entertaining of them.
1. It is the duty of Christians, and a means to keep and recover them from deadness, to Remember how seriously, with what seriousness of Spirit they attended on the Service of God and holy duties, At their First entertaining of them.
and as if every one were the last they should enjoy. So those hearers of Christ received the Word, Luke 10.48. they hung upon his lips, received the Word as the Word of God.
and as if every one were the last they should enjoy. So those hearers of christ received the Word, Lycia 10.48. they hung upon his lips, received the Word as the Word of God.
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Christians, this should be remembred by you, especially when you grow slighty and formal, you should say to your souls, It was not wont to be thus with me, I was not wont to hear, play, receive Sacraments in this formal manner.
Christians, this should be remembered by you, especially when you grow slighty and formal, you should say to your Souls, It was not wont to be thus with me, I was not wont to hear, play, receive Sacraments in this formal manner.
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Did you not esteem the Ambassadors of Christ, even as the Angels of God? How beautiful were the feet of them that bring glad-tydings? Were you not ready to do as those Galatians, Gal. 4.15? When at any time you seel your estimations to abate, of the Word, Ordinances and Ministers of Christ, Oh then remember how you have received;
Did you not esteem the ambassadors of christ, even as the Angels of God? How beautiful were the feet of them that bring Glad-tidings? Were you not ready to do as those Galatians, Gal. 4.15? When At any time you seel your estimations to abate, of the Word, Ordinances and Ministers of christ, O then Remember how you have received;
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say to your hearts, Are Ordinances worse than they were? Is there any change in the Word? or rather, am not I grown worse? Is not the change in my own wretched heart? The remembrance of this will be a means both to keep and recover you from deadness.
say to your hearts, are Ordinances Worse than they were? Is there any change in the Word? or rather, am not I grown Worse? Is not the change in my own wretched heart? The remembrance of this will be a means both to keep and recover you from deadness.
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Could you not once say, as the Psalmist, Psal. 42.1, 2. & 63.1, 2. & 84.1, 2. Remember what flames of Divine Love to God, Jesus Christ and his People, you once felt burning in your hearts.
Could you not once say, as the Psalmist, Psalm 42.1, 2. & 63.1, 2. & 84.1, 2. remember what flames of Divine Love to God, jesus christ and his People, you once felt burning in your hearts.
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O when you begin to feel your affections cool and grow flat, say, Why am I thus? Is not God and Christ as lovely and desirable, the Wayes of God as delightfull and pleasant as ever? Such a remembrance,
Oh when you begin to feel your affections cool and grow flat, say, Why am I thus? Is not God and christ as lovely and desirable, the Ways of God as delightful and pleasant as ever? Such a remembrance,
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Oh remember, Christians, what impressions Truths and Ordinances were wont to leave upon your hearts, what work they made in your souls, what wounds were given to sin, what heart-meltings and heart-revivings you have found,
O Remember, Christians, what impressions Truths and Ordinances were wont to leave upon your hearts, what work they made in your Souls, what wounds were given to since, what heart-meltings and heart-revivings you have found,
Have you not found the Word and Sacraments, and other Ordinances of God, wounding, yea killing your corruptions, enabling you to overcome temptations, strengthening of grace, enabling you to duty? Hath not God spoken Peace to your souls in and through these? Hath he not administred comfort to your souls in times of dissertion under sore afflictions, against most bitter sufferings,
Have you not found the Word and Sacraments, and other Ordinances of God, wounding, yea killing your corruptions, enabling you to overcome temptations, strengthening of grace, enabling you to duty? Hath not God spoken Peace to your Souls in and through these? Hath he not administered Comfort to your Souls in times of desertion under soar afflictions, against most bitter sufferings,
SERMON II. Preached, Lords-day, July 6. 1662. Rev. 3.3. Remember therefore how thou hast received, and heard, and hold fast, and repent, &c. BEloved, when I entred on this verse in my co••• of the Friday-Lecture, I little thought that I •a•• so short a time to preach among you.
SERMON II Preached, Lord's day, July 6. 1662. Rev. 3.3. remember Therefore how thou hast received, and herd, and hold fast, and Repent, etc. beloved, when I entered on this verse in my co••• of the Friday-Lecture, I little Thought that I •a•• so short a time to preach among you.
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but having begun this Text, and finding the matter of it so seasonable and suitable to rhis sad occasion, I shall by God's assistance proceed in the handling of it.
but having begun this Text, and finding the matter of it so seasonable and suitable to rhis sad occasion, I shall by God's assistance proceed in the handling of it.
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Being probably like to preach no more unto you, I judge it very seasonable to leave the Exhortation in the Text with you, to call upon you, that you would remember what and how you have received,
Being probably like to preach no more unto you, I judge it very seasonable to leave the Exhortation in the Text with you, to call upon you, that you would Remember what and how you have received,
and also to repent of those sins, which have provoked, and may further provoke God to come on us as a thief, to take away many of his Ministers from among us.
and also to Repent of those Sins, which have provoked, and may further provoke God to come on us as a thief, to take away many of his Ministers from among us.
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The words as I have already shewed, are Christs counsel to a languishing Church, and to decaied Christians, to repair decaied Godliness and Religion in a Church,
The words as I have already showed, Are Christ counsel to a languishing Church, and to decayed Christians, to repair decayed Godliness and Religion in a Church,
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Namely, That it is the duty both of Churches and particular Christians, and a special means to recover them from formality, decaies and deadness in Religion and the exercise of Grace, to remember what and how they have received and heard.
Namely, That it is the duty both of Churches and particular Christians, and a special means to recover them from formality, decays and deadness in Religion and the exercise of Grace, to Remember what and how they have received and herd.
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1. It informs us, that there is somewhat more required of Christians, than bare hearing of Sermons, receiving and partaking of Sacraments, and other Ordinances.
1. It informs us, that there is somewhat more required of Christians, than bore hearing of Sermons, receiving and partaking of Sacraments, and other Ordinances.
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Such (as a Divine expresseth it) who come from Duties as from a Grave, where they leave their dearest Friends behind them, not as from a Dole from whence they carry somewhat with them.
Such (as a Divine Expresses it) who come from Duties as from a Grave, where they leave their dearest Friends behind them, not as from a Dole from whence they carry somewhat with them.
Of such hearers as these the Apostle James speaks, Jam. 1.22, 23, 24. Yet I speak not here, of that forgetfulness, which proceeds meerly from weakness, which is bewailed,
Of such hearers as these the Apostle James speaks, Jam. 1.22, 23, 24. Yet I speak not Here, of that forgetfulness, which proceeds merely from weakness, which is bewailed,
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but the forgetfulness this Doctrine reproves, is that which proceeds from carelesness; when men do not make conscience of the duty pressed in the Text;
but the forgetfulness this Doctrine reproves, is that which proceeds from carelessness; when men do not make conscience of the duty pressed in the Text;
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Ʋse 3. But the third and last Use of this Doctrine, which I shall further make and insist on, is a Use of Exhortation, To exhort all of you to the practice of the Duty in the Text. Oh labour to remember what and how you have received and heard.
Ʋse 3. But the third and last Use of this Doctrine, which I shall further make and insist on, is a Use of Exhortation, To exhort all of you to the practice of the Duty in the Text. O labour to Remember what and how you have received and herd.
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I beseech you, Beloved, by the mercies of God, in the bowels of Christ, and out of the respect you bear to your own precious and immortal souls, that you would labour and endeavour to remember those soul-saving Truths and precious Ordinances you have received, heard and enjoyed,
I beseech you, beloved, by the Mercies of God, in the bowels of christ, and out of the respect you bear to your own precious and immortal Souls, that you would labour and endeavour to Remember those Soul-saving Truths and precious Ordinances you have received, herd and enjoyed,
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Beloved, I may say to you, there is scarce any Truth necessary to salvation but you have heard of it, once and again from some or other of Gods Messengers that have been sent unto you,
beloved, I may say to you, there is scarce any Truth necessary to salvation but you have herd of it, once and again from Some or other of God's Messengers that have been sent unto you,
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Oh labour to remember these, keep them by you as a choise treasure, lay them up in your heads and hearts, that you may be able to bring out of your treasury things both new and old.
O labour to Remember these, keep them by you as a choice treasure, lay them up in your Heads and hearts, that you may be able to bring out of your treasury things both new and old.
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Thou Drunkard, Swearer, Sabbath-breaker, Ʋnclean person, thou enemy to Godliness, thou scoffer at, and persecuter of Religion; yea, you Formalists, Hypocrites, that rest in civility, morality, or outside-performances;
Thou Drunkard, Swearer, Sabbath breaker, Ʋnclean person, thou enemy to Godliness, thou scoffer At, and Persecutor of Religion; yea, you Formalists, Hypocrites, that rest in civility, morality, or outside-performances;
Have you not been told many a time, Christians, what wantonnesses in opinion and practice, the deadnesses, worldlinesses, decaies, carnal policy, divisions of Professors would bring upon them? And you that are Saints, remember what soul-refreshing comforts you have had in and from the Word of God.
Have you not been told many a time, Christians, what Wantonnesses in opinion and practice, the deadnesses, worldlinesses, decays, carnal policy, divisions of Professors would bring upon them? And you that Are Saints, Remember what Soul-refreshing comforts you have had in and from the Word of God.
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And remember also with what seriousness of spirit, high estimation, holy affection, readiness of mind, strong resolution, powerful impressions you have heard and received the Word and Ordinances of God,
And Remember also with what seriousness of Spirit, high estimation, holy affection, readiness of mind, strong resolution, powerful impressions you have herd and received the Word and Ordinances of God,
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yea all the land of Egypt. And, if you be careful to remember how you have received and heard, you may be able to feed your selves and others in a time of scarcity of spiritual opportunities,
yea all the land of Egypt. And, if you be careful to Remember how you have received and herd, you may be able to feed your selves and Others in a time of scarcity of spiritual opportunities,
or practice of holiness, or that prejudice the free Grace of God in Election, or Justification, crying up conditional Decrees upon foresight of Faith or Works,
or practice of holiness, or that prejudice the free Grace of God in Election, or Justification, crying up conditional Decrees upon foresight of Faith or Works,
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the remembrance of what you have received and heard, with the experience of the Work of God in your own hearts (you who are Saints) will antidote you against;
the remembrance of what you have received and herd, with the experience of the Work of God in your own hearts (you who Are Saints) will antidote you against;
if you forget truths you have heard, you lose your touchstone to try Doctrines by, and then you may be easily cheated with counterfeit mettal instead of Gold.
if you forget truths you have herd, you loose your touchstone to try Doctrines by, and then you may be Easily cheated with counterfeit metal instead of Gold.
and teach you to reason, Did Christ or his Apostles appoint Ordinances to be thus or thus dispensed? Labour therfore to remember and make this use of your remembrance how you have received and heard.
and teach you to reason, Did christ or his Apostles appoint Ordinances to be thus or thus dispensed? Labour Therefore to Remember and make this use of your remembrance how you have received and herd.
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It will make you say to your souls, Hath my conversation been sutable to Divine Truths? Have I followed the directions and taken the warnings God hath given me? Oh what a vile sinful wretch have I been!
It will make you say to your Souls, Hath my Conversation been suitable to Divine Truths? Have I followed the directions and taken the Warnings God hath given me? O what a vile sinful wretch have I been!
And am I to walk so unanswerably to the Grace of God in the Gospel? It will make you blush when you remember how plainly, purely, powerfully, plentifully Ordinances have been dispensed to you:
And am I to walk so unanswerably to the Grace of God in the Gospel? It will make you blush when you Remember how plainly, purely, powerfully, plentifully Ordinances have been dispensed to you:
that I have brought forth so little fruit, that I have been and am no more fat and flourishing in the Courts of God under that plenty of Heavenly Manna that hath been rained down upon me,
that I have brought forth so little fruit, that I have been and am no more fat and flourishing in the Courts of God under that plenty of Heavenly Manna that hath been reigned down upon me,
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When you find your hearts to grow dead and cold, O then say, Was it wont to be thus? Where are those high estimations, those lively affections, those holy resolutions, that seriousness of spirit, those powerfull Impressions and gracious Effects of the Word and Sacraments that I have found in and under them? Oh let this consideration excite you to this Duty in the Text,
When you find your hearts to grow dead and cold, Oh then say, Was it wont to be thus? Where Are those high estimations, those lively affections, those holy resolutions, that seriousness of Spirit, those powerful Impressions and gracious Effects of the Word and Sacraments that I have found in and under them? O let this consideration excite you to this Duty in the Text,
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and make this use of former Gospel-enjoyments and the good you found in them, to shame and humble you that you have made no better improvement of them.
and make this use of former Gospel enjoyments and the good you found in them, to shame and humble you that you have made no better improvement of them.
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3. A third Benefit of remembring how you have received and heard, is, That, through the blessing of God upon it, it will be a means and help to keep from sin in practice;
3. A third Benefit of remembering how you have received and herd, is, That, through the blessing of God upon it, it will be a means and help to keep from since in practice;
Psal. 119.9, 11. Hiding the Word of God in his heart was a means to keep David from sinning against God. Attending to the Word of God, is prescribed by him as a means to cleanse the wayes even of a young-man.
Psalm 119.9, 11. Hiding the Word of God in his heart was a means to keep David from sinning against God. Attending to the Word of God, is prescribed by him as a means to cleanse the ways even of a Young man.
As Peter 's forgetfulness of Christ's words was the cause of his fall, so it was the remembrance of what Christ had spoken that helped to raise him up again, when he was fallen.
As Peter is forgetfulness of Christ's words was the cause of his fallen, so it was the remembrance of what christ had spoken that helped to raise him up again, when he was fallen.
2 Tim. 1.6. 2 Pet. 1.12, 13, 14, 15. 2 Pet. 3.1, 2. In all these places you will find that this Remembrance of what men have received and heard, is a means to stir up the gifts and graces of God's Spirit in them.
2 Tim. 1.6. 2 Pet. 1.12, 13, 14, 15. 2 Pet. 3.1, 2. In all these places you will find that this Remembrance of what men have received and herd, is a means to stir up the Gifts and graces of God's Spirit in them.
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you will never be weary of waiting upon God, whilst you retain a favoury remembrance of the sweetness, power and efficacy you have found and felt in the Word and Ordinances of God.
you will never be weary of waiting upon God, while you retain a favour remembrance of the sweetness, power and efficacy you have found and felt in the Word and Ordinances of God.
Those Promises that inclined the heart to believe at first, will now, being remembred and fed upon by Faith, raise Faith to higher pitches and degrees.
Those Promises that inclined the heart to believe At First, will now, being remembered and fed upon by Faith, raise Faith to higher pitches and Degrees.
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Labour therefore to remember, and to make this use of the remembrance of what and how you have received and heard, to quicken you to a more constant attendance on God in Ordinances,
Labour Therefore to Remember, and to make this use of the remembrance of what and how you have received and herd, to quicken you to a more constant attendance on God in Ordinances,
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It will and should cause you to cry to your Father for the Bread of Life, to say as the Psalmist, Psal. 42.1, 2. Psal. 63.1, 2. David remembred what he had seen of the power and glory of God in the Sanctuary;
It will and should cause you to cry to your Father for the Bred of Life, to say as the Psalmist, Psalm 42.1, 2. Psalm 63.1, 2. David remembered what he had seen of the power and glory of God in the Sanctuary;
O make this use of this Remembrance, how you have received and heard, to cause you to wrestle with God in Prayer for the continuance and restitution of those comfortable Sabbaths and Sacraments, that pure and powerful Preaching, Praying,
O make this use of this Remembrance, how you have received and herd, to cause you to wrestle with God in Prayer for the Continuance and restitution of those comfortable Sabbaths and Sacraments, that pure and powerful Preaching, Praying,
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It was this remembring of what, and how he had received, that made that holy Martyr, Bishop Latimer, cry out, Lord, restore the Gospel once again to England.
It was this remembering of what, and how he had received, that made that holy Martyr, Bishop Latimer, cry out, Lord, restore the Gospel once again to England.
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7. A seventh Benefit of this remembring how you have received and heard, is, that it will bring into your souls the comfort and sweetness of former Truths and Ordinances.
7. A seventh Benefit of this remembering how you have received and herd, is, that it will bring into your Souls the Comfort and sweetness of former Truths and Ordinances.
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So much for the Motives to stir up to the practice of this duty in the Text. And these eight last particulars may serve also to direct you what use you should make of the remembrance of what and how you have received.
So much for the Motives to stir up to the practice of this duty in the Text. And these eight last particulars may serve also to Direct you what use you should make of the remembrance of what and how you have received.
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Though you should never enjoy them more, yet you have cause to bless God, that have enjoyed the Word, Sacraments, Ministers so long above, not onely your desi••s, but also your expectations.
Though you should never enjoy them more, yet you have cause to bless God, that have enjoyed the Word, Sacraments, Ministers so long above, not only your desi••s, but also your Expectations.
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1. Penitentially and sorrowfudly; That you prized and improved Truths and Ordinances no better, got no more good by them, grew no more in grace under them, gained no more power against corruptions,
1. Penitentially and sorrowfudly; That you prized and improved Truths and Ordinances no better, god no more good by them, grew no more in grace under them, gained no more power against corruptions,
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You should remember your Gospel-enjoyments with tears, as those, Psal. 137.1 ▪ 2. even weep when you remember Sion. As the Psalmist, Psal. 42.3. Chrstians in such a case should bewail the loss of Ordinances and of so many of God's Ministers.
You should Remember your Gospel enjoyments with tears, as those, Psalm 137.1 ▪ 2. even weep when you Remember Sion. As the Psalmist, Psalm 42.3. Chrstians in such a case should bewail the loss of Ordinances and of so many of God's Ministers.
3. Christians should especially remember Gospel mercies Penitentially in the want of them, when, and that they by their sins, have helped to sin them away, by their unfruitful and unworthy walking.
3. Christians should especially Remember Gospel Mercies Penitentially in the want of them, when, and that they by their Sins, have helped to sin them away, by their unfruitful and unworthy walking.
Remember what and how you have received, Affectionately and Practically. It is not a meer notional, but an affectionate and practical remembrance of Truths received,
remember what and how you have received, Affectionately and Practically. It is not a mere notional, but an affectionate and practical remembrance of Truths received,
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Having given you some Directions how you should remember what and how you have received and heard, I shall now close this Doctrine, by adding some Means and Helps to enable you to the performance of that duty I have been exhorting you to.
Having given you Some Directions how you should Remember what and how you have received and herd, I shall now close this Doctrine, by adding Some Means and Helps to enable you to the performance of that duty I have been exhorting you to.
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1. A first Means or Help to enable to remember what you have received and heard, is, Labour after a sincere love to the Word, Ordinances and Ministers of Christ.
1. A First Means or Help to enable to Remember what you have received and herd, is, Labour After a sincere love to the Word, Ordinances and Ministers of christ.
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Affection to Divine Objects is the safest Lock and Key to secure Spiritual Treasures. Psal. 119.97. David loved the Law, and then he could do no other but make it his meditation all the day long.
Affection to Divine Objects is the Safest Lock and Key to secure Spiritual Treasures. Psalm 119.97. David loved the Law, and then he could do no other but make it his meditation all the day long.
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2. A second help or means to enable you to remember what and how you have received and heard, is, Application; to apply and appropriate Truths and Ordinances to your own souls.
2. A second help or means to enable you to Remember what and how you have received and herd, is, Application; to apply and Appropriate Truths and Ordinances to your own Souls.
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Though men may forget others business, they will hardly forget their own, especially if they be matters of great concernment, a matter wherein their whole estate is concerned,
Though men may forget Others business, they will hardly forget their own, especially if they be matters of great concernment, a matter wherein their Whole estate is concerned,
3. A third means to help you to remember what you have received and heard, is, Serious and frequent meditation, and contemplation on what you have heard.
3. A third means to help you to Remember what you have received and herd, is, Serious and frequent meditation, and contemplation on what you have herd.
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This is a great help to memory. Divine meditation fixes Truths in the head, and fastens them in the heart, Luke 2.19. she kept those things, because she pondered them. Be therefore much in meditation.
This is a great help to memory. Divine meditation fixes Truths in the head, and fastens them in the heart, Lycia 2.19. she kept those things, Because she pondered them. Be Therefore much in meditation.
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5. A fifth means to help you to remember what and how you have received and heard, is, Earnest and fervent prayer to God, that He would strengthen your memories,
5. A fifth means to help you to Remember what and how you have received and herd, is, Earnest and fervent prayer to God, that He would strengthen your memories,
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Commit Truths to the Spirit's keeping, and trust not onely to your own memories. Often plead that promise with God, John 14.26. Christ would not trust his Disciples alone with his Sermons.
Commit Truths to the Spirit's keeping, and trust not only to your own memories. Often plead that promise with God, John 14.26. christ would not trust his Disciples alone with his Sermons.
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He who daily writes after a Copy, wil be better able to remember it long after. Psal. 119.93. I will never forget thy Precepts, for by them thou hast quickned me.
He who daily writes After a Copy, will be better able to Remember it long After. Psalm 119.93. I will never forget thy Precepts, for by them thou hast quickened me.
Might I have had liberty to preach to you as long as I hoped, and the Law allowed, I should have handled the two other Directions in the Text, Hold fast and Repent. But seeing I am like to preach to you no more, I shall briefly touch upon them,
Might I have had liberty to preach to you as long as I hoped, and the Law allowed, I should have handled the two other Directions in the Text, Hold fast and repent. But seeing I am like to preach to you no more, I shall briefly touch upon them,
The Doctrine, is, That it is the duty of Christians, and a means to recover declining Churches and Christians, to hold fast what they have received and heard.
The Doctrine, is, That it is the duty of Christians, and a means to recover declining Churches and Christians, to hold fast what they have received and herd.
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But may some say, How if they should be gone? How if God for our sins should take them away? Why however, yet (3.) Be sure you hold fast a high estimation of the Word and pure Ordinances of God.
But may Some say, How if they should be gone? How if God for our Sins should take them away? Why however, yet (3.) Be sure you hold fast a high estimation of the Word and pure Ordinances of God.
If ever you should want them, yet prize and esteem them as your treasure; let the want of Spiritual Mercies, teach you more to value the worth of them.
If ever you should want them, yet prize and esteem them as your treasure; let the want of Spiritual mercies, teach you more to valve the worth of them.
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Though you should lose many of your mercies and opportunities, yet be sure you do not lose your esteem of them. (4.) Be sure you hold fast your love to the Truths and Ordinances of God,
Though you should loose many of your Mercies and opportunities, yet be sure you do not loose your esteem of them. (4.) Be sure you hold fast your love to the Truths and Ordinances of God,
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Love the Word, and love the Ministers of Christ, even then when you may be deprived of them. (5.) Hold fast your appetite and stomach to the Word & Ordinances of God:
Love the Word, and love the Ministers of christ, even then when you may be deprived of them. (5.) Hold fast your appetite and stomach to the Word & Ordinances of God:
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The Apostle tells you, that such will a rise that will privily bring in damnable heresies, 2 Pet. 2.1, 2, 3. and the Apostle Paul speaks of the sleights and cunning craftiness of men, their methods to deceive.
The Apostle tells you, that such will a rise that will privily bring in damnable heresies, 2 Pet. 2.1, 2, 3. and the Apostle Paul speaks of the sleights and cunning craftiness of men, their methods to deceive.
but that which you have received of the Lord Christ, and hath been delivered to you by the Apostles in the Word, those Truths and instructions of Christ, do you hold fast.
but that which you have received of the Lord christ, and hath been Delivered to you by the Apostles in the Word, those Truths and instructions of christ, do you hold fast.
I hope that for those many praying, believing, hungry souls sake, that are to be found in this place, God may provide you in his due time with some such Teachers as may give you some wholsome food,
I hope that for those many praying, believing, hungry Souls sake, that Are to be found in this place, God may provide you in his due time with Some such Teachers as may give you Some wholesome food,
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I the rather add this, because there are many that if Ministers do but mention the loss of Ministers, are ready presently to accuse them of monopolizing all Religion to themselves, and to their party.
I the rather add this, Because there Are many that if Ministers do but mention the loss of Ministers, Are ready presently to accuse them of monopolizing all Religion to themselves, and to their party.
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As this is a help to remembring, so also to holding fast what you have received, Heb. 10.23, 24, 25. 3. Hold fast the Word and Ordinances, by prayer that God would continue them, and that he would keep them in your minds and hearts.
As this is a help to remembering, so also to holding fast what you have received, Hebrew 10.23, 24, 25. 3. Hold fast the Word and Ordinances, by prayer that God would continue them, and that he would keep them in your minds and hearts.
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We must acknowledge to the glory of God, and •our just commendation, that great hath been the incouragement we have found among you, from God, from you, and from our Honourable Patron.
We must acknowledge to the glory of God, and •our just commendation, that great hath been the encouragement we have found among you, from God, from you, and from our Honourable Patron.
And great hath been the encouragement we have received from you also; from your great affection to us, and especially from your ready entertainment of our Labours,
And great hath been the encouragement we have received from you also; from your great affection to us, and especially from your ready entertainment of our Labours,
for all which we heartily bless God, and no less heartily pray, that God would recompence his and your respects to us a thousand fold into his and your bosomes.
for all which we heartily bless God, and no less heartily pray, that God would recompense his and your respects to us a thousand fold into his and your bosoms.
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If God shall send such among you as wil (in the main) be faithful to God and your souls, it will afford much hearts-ease to us, and satisfaction to our spirits.
If God shall send such among you as will (in the main) be faithful to God and your Souls, it will afford much Heart's ease to us, and satisfaction to our spirits.
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And the very silence of so many Ministers, if blessed by the Lord, may prove the most powerful and effectual Sermon to People that they have had. This speaks Gods displeasure;
And the very silence of so many Ministers, if blessed by the Lord, may prove the most powerful and effectual Sermon to People that they have had. This speaks God's displeasure;
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Yea, Ministers silence should cause People to speak the more, and louder to God in prayer for the continuance and restoring of Ministers and Ordinances to them.
Yea, Ministers silence should cause People to speak the more, and Louder to God in prayer for the Continuance and restoring of Ministers and Ordinances to them.
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And as our silence should make you speak the more to God, so also the more and oftner one unto another in holy conference, to provoke to love and to good works.
And as our silence should make you speak the more to God, so also the more and oftener one unto Another in holy conference, to provoke to love and to good works.
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though weak, unworthy Ministers, who have laboured among you in the Word and Doctrine. I shall say no more, but conclude with these two Scriptures; the one, Acts 20.32.
though weak, unworthy Ministers, who have laboured among you in the Word and Doctrine. I shall say no more, but conclude with these two Scriptures; the one, Acts 20.32.
The other Scripture is, that request of Paul to, and prayr for the Hebrews, Heb. 13.18, 19, 20, 21. Pray for us, for we trust we have a good conscience, in all things willing to live honestly.
The other Scripture is, that request of Paul to, and prayr for the Hebrews, Hebrew 13.18, 19, 20, 21. Pray for us, for we trust we have a good conscience, in all things willing to live honestly.
Now the God of Peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that Great Shepherd of the Sheep, through the blood of the Everlasting Covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ.
Now the God of Peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord jesus, that Great Shepherd of the Sheep, through the blood of the Everlasting Covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well pleasing in his sighed, through jesus christ.
Though it is sad to think of parting, (if my poor pains might have been any way profitable amongst you) yet I cannot wonder that here the course of my publick Ministry is stopt.
Though it is sad to think of parting, (if my poor pains might have been any Way profitable among you) yet I cannot wonder that Here the course of my public Ministry is stopped.
Now this is like to be the last Sermon I shall ever preach to you here, my hearts desire and earnest prayer to God is, That more good may be done by this one,
Now this is like to be the last Sermon I shall ever preach to you Here, my hearts desire and earnest prayer to God is, That more good may be done by this one,
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and I desire and beseech you, in the fear of God, and for the love you ow to your own souls, that you would as seriously attend to what shall be spoken.
and I desire and beseech you, in the Fear of God, and for the love you owe to your own Souls, that you would as seriously attend to what shall be spoken.
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as appears from the Illative [ Wherefore. ] The Apostle having spoken of the humiliation and obedidience of Christ (as he was obedient unto death, v. 8.) and of his glorious exaltation that followed thereupon, he presseth these believers to obedience and continuance therein, from Christ's example,
as appears from the Illative [ Wherefore. ] The Apostle having spoken of the humiliation and Obedience of christ (as he was obedient unto death, v. 8.) and of his glorious exaltation that followed thereupon, he Presseth these believers to Obedience and Continuance therein, from Christ's Exampl,
O beloved, no danger of our being too holy, too precise, since it's impossible, but that when we have done our best, we shall fall far short of out Copy here.
O Beloved, no danger of our being too holy, too precise, since it's impossible, but that when we have done our best, we shall fallen Far short of out Copy Here.
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Don't ye think much to bear reproaches for Christ here, who hope at last to appear with him in Glory: We would be like him in his glorified estate, what reason then, we should be conform'd to him in humiliation, and in an holy conversation.
Don't you think much to bear Reproaches for christ Here, who hope At last to appear with him in Glory: We would be like him in his glorified estate, what reason then, we should be conformed to him in humiliation, and in an holy Conversation.
But let this serve as touching the coherence. In the words themselves you may observe, I. A weighty Exhortation, [ Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
But let this serve as touching the coherence. In the words themselves you may observe, I. A weighty Exhortation, [ Work out your own salvation with Fear and trembling.
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II. The manner how the Apostle presseth this Exhortation, 1. By a sweet compellation, [ My Beloved. ] 2. By a prudent commending of their former course, [ as ye have alwayes obeyed. ] III.
II The manner how the Apostle Presseth this Exhortation, 1. By a sweet compellation, [ My beloved. ] 2. By a prudent commending of their former course, [ as you have always obeyed. ] III.
My Beloved, NONLATINALPHABET, one Copy hath it, NONLATINALPHABET, my Brethren. But I shall not stay at the compellation, which you so frequently meet with.
My beloved,, one Copy hath it,, my Brothers. But I shall not stay At the compellation, which you so frequently meet with.
— As ye have alwayes obeyed ] NONLATINALPHABET, as some read it. O• with Grotius, we may understand NONLATINALPHABET, as 2 Thes. 1.8. or, NONLATINALPHABET, as 2 Thess. 3.14. obeyed the Gospel, or obeyed the Word. As ye have alwayes obeyed;
— As you have always obeyed ], as Some read it. O• with Grotius, we may understand, as 2 Thebes 1.8. or,, as 2 Thess 3.14. obeyed the Gospel, or obeyed the Word. As you have always obeyed;
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Obeyed what? Loquiter de obedientia, non erga improrum hominum traditiones, sed erga Deum, ejusque Evangelium, sayes Zanchy. He speaks not of obedience to the traditions of sinful ungodly men,
Obeyed what? Loquiter de obedientia, non Erga improrum hominum Traditions, sed Erga God, ejusque Evangelium, Says Zanchy. He speaks not of Obedience to the traditions of sinful ungodly men,
but they now no more followed a course of disobedience as they had done before. Their desire, will and purpose, care and study was constantly to obey. Note.
but they now no more followed a course of disobedience as they had done before. Their desire, will and purpose, care and study was constantly to obey. Note.
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For this the Church of Thyatira is commended, that her last works were more than her first, Rev. 2.19. O Christians, you that have set forth, that have entered into the ways of God, go on, I beseech you.
For this the Church of Thyatira is commended, that her last works were more than her First, Rev. 2.19. O Christians, you that have Set forth, that have entered into the ways of God, go on, I beseech you.
O may it take such deep root in your hearts, that all opposite power, (let men and devils do their worst) may never be able to pluck it up. It follows,
O may it take such deep root in your hearts, that all opposite power, (let men and Devils do their worst) may never be able to pluck it up. It follows,
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while I am among you, calling earnestly upon you to follow your work, [ but now much more in my absence ] that you have fewer helps, and greater hinderances.
while I am among you, calling earnestly upon you to follow your work, [ but now much more in my absence ] that you have fewer helps, and greater hindrances.
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As when the children of Israel were encamped, and had pitched their Tents, they could not tell how soon the fiery pillar would move, and call them forth again.
As when the children of Israel were encamped, and had pitched their Tents, they could not tell how soon the fiery pillar would move, and call them forth again.
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and has it been your care indeed to profit? Oh! I must tell you, it grieves us at heart to think that we shall leave so many of you in gross ignorance, after means of knowledge;
and has it been your care indeed to profit? Oh! I must tell you, it grieves us At heart to think that we shall leave so many of you in gross ignorance, After means of knowledge;
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yet one day you will see what your souls have lost, who have enjoyed Gods Ordinances (though dispensed by never so weak and contemptible instruments) and have not regarded to improve them.
yet one day you will see what your Souls have lost, who have enjoyed God's Ordinances (though dispensed by never so weak and contemptible Instruments) and have not regarded to improve them.
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Let what hath been wanting in your former proficiency, be made up (as it were) in after-humiliation and repentance. And if you are conscious to your selves, that your unprofitableness may have some hand in stopping the mouths of your poor Ministers, let the thoughts of it cause you now to open your mouths,
Let what hath been wanting in your former proficiency, be made up (as it were) in after-humiliation and Repentance. And if you Are conscious to your selves, that your unprofitableness may have Some hand in stopping the mouths of your poor Ministers, let the thoughts of it cause you now to open your mouths,
if you want other Monitors to stir you up to diligence here, you had need be more watchful over your own souls, you should have the greater care of them your selves.
if you want other Monitors to stir you up to diligence Here, you had need be more watchful over your own Souls, you should have the greater care of them your selves.
Disadvantages here are no plea for remisness, but rather ought to provoke unto greater industry. And for our encouragement, the Lord will not forsake such as diligently seek him.
Disadvantages Here Are no plea for remissness, but rather ought to provoke unto greater industry. And for our encouragement, the Lord will not forsake such as diligently seek him.
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Well (beloved) as many of you have shewed your selves a willing and a forward people (blessed be God) while Ministers have been present with you, labouring among you, hold on still when we may be removed from you.
Well (Beloved) as many of you have showed your selves a willing and a forward people (blessed be God) while Ministers have been present with you, labouring among you, hold on still when we may be removed from you.
I hope we can say from our hearts, We are glad when we are weak, (when we are of least account, under most contempt in the world) if ye are strong; and this also we wish, even your perfection.
I hope we can say from our hearts, We Are glad when we Are weak, (when we Are of least account, under most contempt in the world) if you Are strong; and this also we wish, even your perfection.
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If we must not be suffered to preach any more in publick amongst you, yet it would be a joy to us to see and know, that in our former Labours we had not run in vain, nor laboured in vain. But I proceed, Work out your own salvation.
If we must not be suffered to preach any more in public among you, yet it would be a joy to us to see and know, that in our former Labours we had not run in vain, nor laboured in vain. But I proceed, Work out your own salvation.
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The meaning is not, that they should merit their own salvation (that were to take Christs work out of his hand) but strive and endeavour with might and main to be partakers of that Salvation and Redemption purchased by Christ.
The meaning is not, that they should merit their own salvation (that were to take Christ work out of his hand) but strive and endeavour with might and main to be partakers of that Salvation and Redemption purchased by christ.
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Work. ] Note, That a Christian-Profession is not an idle Profession, it sets men a-work. If we are in Christs Vinyard, we must be Labourers, Matt. 20.1, &c. Your own Salvation ] or, the things that conduce to your Salvation.
Work. ] Note, That a Christian-Profession is not an idle Profession, it sets men awork. If we Are in Christ Vinyard, we must be Labourers, Matt. 20.1, etc. Your own Salvation ] or, the things that conduce to your Salvation.
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Elsewhere in Scripture it is called the Salvation of God. The Lord is the Author of Salvation, that it is properly called, His Salvation. It is also called our own salvation, as we are partakers of it. Work out your own salvation.
Elsewhere in Scripture it is called the Salvation of God. The Lord is the Author of Salvation, that it is properly called, His Salvation. It is also called our own salvation, as we Are partakers of it. Work out your own salvation.
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Many could like to enquire of others, with Peter, Lord, what shall this man do? Rather than with the Publicans and Souldiers that came to John's Baptism, Master, what shall we do? Now how unlikely is it that they should do much to promote the salvation of others, who neglect, are unwilling to be at any pains about their own?
Many could like to inquire of Others, with Peter, Lord, what shall this man do? Rather than with the Publicans and Soldiers that Come to John's Baptism, Master, what shall we do? Now how unlikely is it that they should do much to promote the salvation of Others, who neglect, Are unwilling to be At any pains about their own?
With fear and trembling. ] Metalepsis, pro eo quod est, cum summa diligentia, With the greatest diligence, saith Vatablus. With humility and lowliness of mind,
With Fear and trembling. ] Metalepsis, Pro eo quod est, cum summa Diligentia, With the greatest diligence, Says Vatablus. With humility and lowliness of mind,
as Camero, who observes these words used together five times in Scripture, ( scil. Psal. 2.11. 1 Cor. 2.3. 2 Cor. 7.15. Eph. 6.5. and in the Text) and always in this sence.
as Chamber, who observes these words used together five times in Scripture, (scil. Psalm 2.11. 1 Cor. 2.3. 2 Cor. 7.15. Ephesians 6.5. and in the Text) and always in this sense.
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As elsewhere the Apostle hath opposed the word NONLATINALPHABET, to fear, unto the word NONLATINALPHABET, Rom. 11.20. The Papists from this Text would exclude a particular perswasion of ones Salvation, and commend doubting and hesitation in this matter.
As elsewhere the Apostle hath opposed the word, to Fear, unto the word, Rom. 11.20. The Papists from this Text would exclude a particular persuasion of ones Salvation, and commend doubting and hesitation in this matter.
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But the fear and trembling in the Text, is not such as is opposite to Faith, or to a certainty of ones Salvation (a glorious Crown which is sometimes set upon the heads of Believers,
But the Fear and trembling in the Text, is not such as is opposite to Faith, or to a certainty of ones Salvation (a glorious Crown which is sometime Set upon the Heads of Believers,
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even here below) But such fear as is opposite and contrary to security and self-conceit. Indeed these are two grand impediments to the working out of our Salvation, which the Apostle is very careful here to remove.
even Here below) But such Fear as is opposite and contrary to security and self-conceit. Indeed these Are two grand impediments to the working out of our Salvation, which the Apostle is very careful Here to remove.
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1. He doth what in him lies to keep men in security, as by Nature we are all in a state of Security. Rom. 3.11. There is none that understandeth, there is none that seeketh after God.
1. He does what in him lies to keep men in security, as by Nature we Are all in a state of Security. Rom. 3.11. There is none that understands, there is none that seeks After God.
There are many things I must omit and pass by, to come to the main Doctrine, (which may be the last Doctrine I shall ever have liberty to preach to you.)
There Are many things I must omit and pass by, to come to the main Doctrine, (which may be the last Doctrine I shall ever have liberty to preach to you.)
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Else there is no possibility of working out our Salvation. As the Apostle speaks, Heb. 3.1. Wherefore holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling — We must give diligence to make our calling sure, as we are exhorted, 2 Pet. 1.10. O that I were able to say that of you all, which the Apostle says of the believing Corinthians, Ye know your calling, brethren.
Else there is no possibility of working out our Salvation. As the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 3.1. Wherefore holy brothers, partakers of the heavenly calling — We must give diligence to make our calling sure, as we Are exhorted, 2 Pet. 1.10. O that I were able to say that of you all, which the Apostle Says of the believing Corinthians, You know your calling, brothers.
We must first be savingly wrought upon, before we can work out our Salvation. O Sirs, I beseech you take heed of resting in a civil conversation, or a meer external profession:
We must First be savingly wrought upon, before we can work out our Salvation. Oh Sirs, I beseech you take heed of resting in a civil Conversation, or a mere external profession:
For in the Name of God I testifie unto every one of you this day, that there is no calling in the world on which your souls can live, but that inward effectual calling.
For in the Name of God I testify unto every one of you this day, that there is no calling in the world on which your Souls can live, but that inward effectual calling.
So Christians that would work out their Salvation, must daily exercise themselves unto Godliness, must follow after Righteousness, Faith, Love, Patience, Meekness.
So Christians that would work out their Salvation, must daily exercise themselves unto Godliness, must follow After Righteousness, Faith, Love, Patience, Meekness.
Herein should we exercise our selves continually to have consciences void of offence both towards God and towards man. O Christians, follow your callings.
Herein should we exercise our selves continually to have Consciences void of offence both towards God and towards man. O Christians, follow your callings.
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so that you leave little time for God, you suffer your particular Callings greatly to entrench upon the other, which is) your General Calling, your Calling as Christians, as Saints.
so that you leave little time for God, you suffer your particular Callings greatly to entrench upon the other, which is) your General Calling, your Calling as Christians, as Saints.
so ye would abound more and more. For this is the will of God, even your Sanctification, 1 Thes. 4.1, 3. (3.) One thing more I must add here, which the Text indeed doth more directly point at;
so you would abound more and more. For this is the will of God, even your Sanctification, 1 Thebes 4.1, 3. (3.) One thing more I must add Here, which the Text indeed does more directly point At;
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Work out, sayes the Apostle, NONLATINALPHABET, not simply, work, but work out. Thus we must never give over our work, till we can say it is finished, till we come to the end of our work, the end of our Faith, the Salvation of our souls. We should fear being like to Israel there, Hos. 8.3. Israel hath cast off the thing that is good.
Work out, Says the Apostle,, not simply, work, but work out. Thus we must never give over our work, till we can say it is finished, till we come to the end of our work, the end of our Faith, the Salvation of our Souls. We should Fear being like to Israel there, Hos. 8.3. Israel hath cast off the thing that is good.
Or like those Apostates, 2 Pet. 2.20, 21. who after they had known the way of Righteousness, turned again from the holy Commandment delivered unto them:
Or like those Apostates, 2 Pet. 2.20, 21. who After they had known the Way of Righteousness, turned again from the holy Commandment Delivered unto them:
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but we must [ press forward towards the Mark, ] for the price of [ the High Calling ] of God in Christ Jesus, Phil. 3.14. He that is righteous, let him be righteous still:
but we must [ press forward towards the Mark, ] for the price of [ the High Calling ] of God in christ jesus, Philip 3.14. He that is righteous, let him be righteous still:
And the God of all Grace, who hath called us into his Eternal Glory by Christ Jesus, make you perfect, stablish, strength, settle and confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.
And the God of all Grace, who hath called us into his Eternal Glory by christ jesus, make you perfect, establish, strength, settle and confirm you unto the end, that you may be blameless in the day of our Lord jesus christ.
That if indeed I should never have liberty of preaching to you more, yet this Word, this Exhortation of mine (mine, did I say? nay, this Exhortation of the Apostle) might ever be fresh in your thoughts,
That if indeed I should never have liberty of preaching to you more, yet this Word, this Exhortation of mine (mine, did I say? nay, this Exhortation of the Apostle) might ever be fresh in your thoughts,
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And now what I might have brought in as Reasons of the Doctrine, I shall offer to you here as Motives to enforce the Exhortation, to press you to the duty.
And now what I might have brought in as Reasons of the Doctrine, I shall offer to you Here as Motives to enforce the Exhortation, to press you to the duty.
This blessed work sticks not on the Father's hand, who is willing all men should be saved, first coming to the knowledge, belief, and obedience of the Truth.
This blessed work sticks not on the Father's hand, who is willing all men should be saved, First coming to the knowledge, belief, and Obedience of the Truth.
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Ah, Beloved, it's well, if so many of them, as are now like to be laid aside, be not therefore taken off their work to punish the negligence of the most, because Hearers have been too mindless generally of their work.
Ah, beloved, it's well, if so many of them, as Are now like to be laid aside, be not Therefore taken off their work to Punish the negligence of the most, Because Hearers have been too mindless generally of their work.
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O my Friends, how sad it is, to faint and tire in the way to Heaven! As it's the portion of such to lie down in sorrow: Let us therefore fear (as the Apostle exhorts in Heb. 4.1.) lest a promise being left us of entring into his rest, any should seem to come short of it.
O my Friends, how sad it is, to faint and tire in the Way to Heaven! As it's the portion of such to lie down in sorrow: Let us Therefore Fear (as the Apostle exhorts in Hebrew 4.1.) lest a promise being left us of entering into his rest, any should seem to come short of it.
And I am perswaded, am confident of this very thing, that he which has begun a good work in many of your souls, will perform, will carry on the same, un•il the day of Jesus Christ.
And I am persuaded, am confident of this very thing, that he which has begun a good work in many of your Souls, will perform, will carry on the same, un•il the day of jesus christ.
6. I add but this one consideration more, The more pains you are at here in your life-time in working out your Salvation, the more peace and comfort may you expect in the hour of death.
6. I add but this one consideration more, The more pains you Are At Here in your lifetime in working out your Salvation, the more peace and Comfort may you expect in the hour of death.
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Now perhaps some of you are ready to say, These are weighty considerations, and we are now convinced how much it is our duty and our wisdom to set about this work,
Now perhaps Some of you Are ready to say, These Are weighty considerations, and we Are now convinced how much it is our duty and our Wisdom to Set about this work,
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They that make that their great study and business to be rich in this World, take a ready way to destroy their souls, 1 Tim. 6.9. Many in their over eager desires to embrace this present World, have let Heaven go, have lost that for ever.
They that make that their great study and business to be rich in this World, take a ready Way to destroy their Souls, 1 Tim. 6.9. Many in their over eager Desires to embrace this present World, have let Heaven go, have lost that for ever.
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If we think it enough only to do as the most, there is little hopes of our working out our salvation, Matt. 7.13. The word of Christ must judge you hereafter, O let it guide you here.
If we think it enough only to do as the most, there is little hope's of our working out our salvation, Matt. 7.13. The word of christ must judge you hereafter, Oh let it guide you Here.
then will not this follow, viz. That the Scriptures are not a perfect Rule, (as the Papists teach) that it must be eeked out with unscriptural traditions,
then will not this follow, viz. That the Scriptures Are not a perfect Rule, (as the Papists teach) that it must be eeked out with unscriptural traditions,
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3. Take heed of consulti•• here with flesh and blood. In the matters of our Salvation, not the Flesh (who is ever at that, Master, spare thy self ) but Conscience, informed out of God's Word, must be our Counsellor.
3. Take heed of consulti•• Here with Flesh and blood. In the matters of our Salvation, not the Flesh (who is ever At that, Master, spare thy self) but Conscience, informed out of God's Word, must be our Counsellor.
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We are quite lost and ruined in our selves, that we must be taken off from our own bottoms, brought out of our selves to Jesus Christ, or we cannot be saved.
We Are quite lost and ruined in our selves, that we must be taken off from our own bottoms, brought out of our selves to jesus christ, or we cannot be saved.
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Again, we should have a jealous fear of Satan, and our own sinful, deceitful hearts, to look narrowly to them, who (like Sanballat and Tobiah ) will do but what they can, to hinder and take us off our work.
Again, we should have a jealous Fear of Satan, and our own sinful, deceitful hearts, to look narrowly to them, who (like Sanballat and Tobiah) will do but what they can, to hinder and take us off our work.
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And when will ye work, and bestir your selves, if not in harvest? The Lords Day is to be spent in such works as more directly tend to the promoting of our Salvation.
And when will you work, and Bestir your selves, if not in harvest? The lords Day is to be spent in such works as more directly tend to the promoting of our Salvation.
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If you reckon right, you will see, let Salvation cost what it can, it can never cost too much. Rom. 8.18. I reckon (sayes the Apostle, and we need not fear to take his account here) that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory to follow.
If you reckon right, you will see, let Salvation cost what it can, it can never cost too much. Rom. 8.18. I reckon (Says the Apostle, and we need not Fear to take his account Here) that the sufferings of this present time Are not worthy to be compared with the glory to follow.
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He continued to stand for God, His Truth, and Worship, even when he could not see one more of his mind, to be his second. So here he durst plead for God,
He continued to stand for God, His Truth, and Worship, even when he could not see one more of his mind, to be his second. So Here he durst plead for God,
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And after three years he is sent with good news, that rain was coming, Chap. 18.1. Ahab seeing Elijah, v. 17. when he should have acknowledged his own sin and guilt, he wrongfully accuseth God's Prophet.
And After three Years he is sent with good news, that rain was coming, Chap. 18.1. Ahab seeing Elijah, v. 17. when he should have acknowledged his own since and guilt, he wrongfully Accuseth God's Prophet.
He desires that himself and the prophets of Baal might come to a fair tryal: So he doubts not but to prove himself by a miraculous sign, to be the Servant and Prophet of the most high God,
He Desires that himself and the Prophets of Baal might come to a fair trial: So he doubts not but to prove himself by a miraculous Signen, to be the Servant and Prophet of the most high God,
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or through fear, being awed with the present Judgment they lay under, not knowing but upon refusal, the Prophet might have some other dreadful Message to deliver;
or through Fear, being awed with the present Judgement they lay under, not knowing but upon refusal, the Prophet might have Some other dreadful Message to deliver;
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Some such way he is perswaded, and enclined to call the prophets of Baal, and the Heads of the people together unto Mount Carmel, where being assembled, Elijah sets upon the people in the words read unto you, How long halt ye? — Where you have,
some such Way he is persuaded, and inclined to call the Prophets of Baal, and the Heads of the people together unto Mount Mount carmel, where being assembled, Elijah sets upon the people in the words read unto you, How long halt you? — Where you have,
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1. A chiding expostulation, [ How long halt ye —? ] Why halt ye? How inexcusable is it, you should halt in so plain a path, be in doubt, unresolved where the case is so clear? Again, that you should continue so long unsetled, contracting an ill habit to your selves.
1. A chiding expostulation, [ How long halt you —? ] Why halt you? How inexcusable is it, you should halt in so plain a path, be in doubt, unresolved where the case is so clear? Again, that you should continue so long unsettled, contracting an ill habit to your selves.
Therefore he says not, Why halt ye? but more emphatically, How long — Many such expostulations in Scripture, Exod. 16.28. HOW LONG refuse ye to keep my commandments? Num. 14.11.
Therefore he Says not, Why halt you? but more emphatically, How long — Many such expostulations in Scripture, Exod 16.28. HOW LONG refuse you to keep my Commandments? Num. 14.11.
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How long halt ye ] The speech is metaphorical, to set forth their inconstancy, unresolvedness in Religion, their dividing betwixt God and Baal. As one that halts, inclines his body now to one hand, and straightway to the other;
How long halt you ] The speech is metaphorical, to Set forth their inconstancy, unresolvedness in Religion, their dividing betwixt God and Baal. As one that halts, inclines his body now to one hand, and straightway to the other;
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They were circumcised, and thereby engaged to the service of the true God, and yet were drawn over to the Worship of Baal, and bowed to that Heathenish Abomination.
They were circumcised, and thereby engaged to the service of the true God, and yet were drawn over to the Worship of Baal, and bowed to that Heathenish Abomination.
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Now, but that I like not to strain Metaphors, and writhe them besides their proper scope, I might hint this note (from the phrase of speech here used) that they are but lame Services and Sacrifices, that men of divided hearts present unto God.
Now, but that I like not to strain Metaphors, and writhen them beside their proper scope, I might hint this note (from the phrase of speech Here used) that they Are but lame Services and Sacrifices, that men of divided hearts present unto God.
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And that he ought to be worshipped according to his own Will and Mind, as he himself is pleased to prescribe and appoint, rather than according to mens fancies and inventions:
And that he ought to be worshipped according to his own Will and Mind, as he himself is pleased to prescribe and appoint, rather than according to men's fancies and Inventions:
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They that fall off from the true Religion, fall from right Reason too. They th•• do not act like men, that forsake the true God to follow idols; as is implied, Isa. 46.8. Remember this, and shew your selves men; q. d.
They that fallen off from the true Religion, fallen from right Reason too. They th•• do not act like men, that forsake the true God to follow Idols; as is implied, Isaiah 46.8. remember this, and show your selves men; q. worser.
There is an halting in the heart or will, and in the mind or judgement. 1. When the heart is unfixed, unstedfast, NONLATINALPHABET, the double-minded man, he that has an heart,
There is an halting in the heart or will, and in the mind or judgement. 1. When the heart is unfixed, unsteadfast,, the double-minded man, he that has an heart,
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and that cleaves not to him with full purpose of heart, is one that halts in God's sight, be his outward course and carriage before men never so fair and smooth.
and that cleaves not to him with full purpose of heart, is one that halts in God's sighed, be his outward course and carriage before men never so fair and smooth.
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A false heart, an hypocrite may seem to look towards God, and Religion for a time, may seem well-grounded in Religion, who yet will turn aside, will turn about when the winds are contrary.
A false heart, an hypocrite may seem to look towards God, and Religion for a time, may seem well-grounded in Religion, who yet will turn aside, will turn about when the winds Are contrary.
How can the traveller go on chearfully, who is uncertain whether he be in the way or no? Indeed, some are too credulous, Prov. 14.15. The simple believeth every word;
How can the traveller go on cheerfully, who is uncertain whither he be in the Way or no? Indeed, Some Are too credulous, Curae 14.15. The simple Believeth every word;
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and when others tell him, his way lies here or there, if he understands the coast of the Countrey, that helps him to judge whether they set him right or no.
and when Others tell him, his Way lies Here or there, if he understands the coast of the Country, that helps him to judge whither they Set him right or no.
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Again, some are slow to believe, like Nichodemus, How can these things be? Like Thomas (except they may see and understand the reason and manner of things) except they may see things plainly, they will not believe.
Again, Some Are slow to believe, like Nicodemus, How can these things be? Like Thomas (except they may see and understand the reason and manner of things) except they may see things plainly, they will not believe.
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Yet there is no sound Christian, but he believes all Divine Truth implicitely; that is, he believes the Scriptures to be most certainly true, and all things therein contained;
Yet there is no found Christian, but he believes all Divine Truth implicitly; that is, he believes the Scriptures to be most Certainly true, and all things therein contained;
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NONLATINALPHABET, i.e. in the Truth of the Gospel ( Non tantum promissa sed reipsa exhibita, as Beza ) Christ was the Truth and substance of those Types,
, i.e. in the Truth of the Gospel (Non Tantum Promissa sed Reipsa exhibita, as Beza) christ was the Truth and substance of those Types,
In every age there is some special Truth, which is as a NONLATINALPHABET, a Shiboleth, a mark of distinction betwixt sound Professours, and such as are spurious.
In every age there is Some special Truth, which is as a, a Shibboleth, a mark of distinction betwixt found Professors, and such as Are spurious.
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Afterwards when Arrianism sprung up, and prevailed in the world, the Deity of Christ, His being one in essence with the Father, was the touch-stone whereby Professors were tried.
Afterwards when Arianism sprung up, and prevailed in the world, the Deity of christ, His being one in essence with the Father, was the touchstone whereby Professors were tried.
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and as of equal credit or profit with the Ordinances and Institutions of our Lord Christ, the Authority and absolute perfection of the Sacred Scriptures, together with the Glorious Offices of Jesus Christ are plainly struck at, desperately undermined.
and as of equal credit or profit with the Ordinances and Institutions of our Lord christ, the authority and absolute perfection of the Sacred Scriptures, together with the Glorious Offices of jesus christ Are plainly struck At, desperately undermined.
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Only I grant, in controversies about lesser matters men, of sober and pious spirits may be either at a stand, in the dark, or of different apprehensions.
Only I grant, in controversies about lesser matters men, of Sobrium and pious spirits may be either At a stand, in the dark, or of different apprehensions.
and make a fair retreat, when this meets with opposition; (though the men of this world will judge it a point of Policy, yet indeed) it is an argument of base hypocrisie, and treachery. And such studied Scepticks in Religion are next neighbors to downright Atheists. But a thin mud-wall betwixt them, that is soon broken down.
and make a fair retreat, when this meets with opposition; (though the men of this world will judge it a point of Policy, yet indeed) it is an argument of base hypocrisy, and treachery. And such studied Sceptics in Religion Are next neighbours to downright Atheists. But a thin mudwall betwixt them, that is soon broken down.
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So David, the man after God's own heart, turned aside once shamefully in the matters of Ʋriah. Peter halted with the Jews, Gal. 2. He is there charged amongst others, that he did not [ NONLATINALPHABET ] foot it aright.
So David, the man After God's own heart, turned aside once shamefully in the matters of Ʋriah. Peter halted with the jews, Gal. 2. He is there charged among Others, that he did not [ ] foot it aright.
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Hypocrites have a corrupt byass within, that is still drawing them aside into crooked paths. And the double-minded man is unstable even in all his wayes.
Hypocrites have a corrupt bias within, that is still drawing them aside into crooked paths. And the double-minded man is unstable even in all his ways.
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Again, there is an halting through infirmity, from the remainders of corruption: and a resolved, deliberate halting, from the reigning power and predominancy of corruption.
Again, there is an halting through infirmity, from the remainders of corruption: and a resolved, deliberate halting, from the reigning power and predominancy of corruption.
and that with such circumstances as might make any Christians ears glow and tingle to hear recited, Mat. 26. yet afterwards he was far from applauding himself herein.
and that with such Circumstances as might make any Christians ears glow and tingle to hear recited, Mathew 26. yet afterwards he was Far from applauding himself herein.
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As one of the Ancients sayes of some that fell through weakness in time of Persecution, Vicit eos paena, non avertit perfidia; negarunt semel, sed quotidie confitentur;
As one of the Ancients Says of Some that fell through weakness in time of Persecution, Vicit eos paena, non avertit perfidia; negarunt semel, sed quotidie confitentur;
negarunt sermone sed confitentur gemitibus, ululatibus, flecibus, liberis, non coactis vocibus. They denied in word, but afterwards confessed with sighs, and groans, and tears.
negarunt sermon sed confitentur gemitibus, ululatibus, flecibus, Liberis, non coactis vocibus. They denied in word, but afterwards confessed with sighs, and groans, and tears.
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Alas, it is their choice; they approve of it, and think themselves, in taking their liberty, in having so great a latitude about the matters of Religion, much wiser then those who are more precise, and straitlaced.
Alas, it is their choice; they approve of it, and think themselves, in taking their liberty, in having so great a latitude about the matters of Religion, much Wiser then those who Are more precise, and straitlaced.
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Then surely they are contrary to him, who are for crooked ways. The Lord that is faithful, Isa. 49.7. Heb. 10.23. He is faithful in all his promises to us.
Then surely they Are contrary to him, who Are for crooked ways. The Lord that is faithful, Isaiah 49.7. Hebrew 10.23. He is faithful in all his promises to us.
And how contrary this halting in Religion is to God's Mind and Will, you may learn from what is said of those Mongrel-Worshippers, 2 King. 17.33, 34. In v. 33. it is said, They feared the Lord, and served their own gods.
And how contrary this halting in Religion is to God's Mind and Will, you may Learn from what is said of those Mongrel-Worshippers, 2 King. 17.33, 34. In v. 33. it is said, They feared the Lord, and served their own God's.
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He did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, BUT not with a perfect heart, 2 Chron. 25.2. He began well, but afterwards turned away from following the Lord, v. 27. So, we find this as a Blot in the story of some of the good Kings, whose Acts are recorded in Holy Writ;
He did that which was right in the sighed of the Lord, BUT not with a perfect heart, 2 Chronicles 25.2. He began well, but afterwards turned away from following the Lord, v. 27. So, we find this as a Blot in the story of Some of the good Kings, whose Acts Are recorded in Holy Writ;
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Such, and such a one reigned well, did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord, only the high places were not taken away: And here they fell short.
Such, and such a one reigned well, did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord, only the high places were not taken away: And Here they fell short.
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I shall not stay at that sinning sin, the corruption of mans nature (which was consequent upon his fall) which makes way for all those sinful warpings, crooked windings & turnings in the course of our conversations.
I shall not stay At that sinning since, the corruption of men nature (which was consequent upon his fallen) which makes Way for all those sinful warp, crooked windings & turnings in the course of our conversations.
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No mean betwixt these, Matth. 10.32, 33. Some hold it lawful enough to profess the contrary to what they believe. Jura, perjura, secretum prodere noli.
No mean betwixt these, Matthew 10.32, 33. some hold it lawful enough to profess the contrary to what they believe. Jura, perjura, secretum prodere noli.
These would teach men to deny Christ with Peter, but not to repent with Peter. Further, many halt from a doubting Conscience, or from an erring Conscience;
These would teach men to deny christ with Peter, but not to Repent with Peter. Further, many halt from a doubting Conscience, or from an erring Conscience;
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An evil heart of unbelief is one cause of halting. Heb. 3.12. Take heed, Brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God: q. d.
an evil heart of unbelief is one cause of halting. Hebrew 3.12. Take heed, Brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God: q. worser.
As it is by Faith that men come to God, ( Heb. 11.6.) so it is by unbelief that they depart from God. In Heb. 10.39. They that draw back, and they that believe, are opposed to one another.
As it is by Faith that men come to God, (Hebrew 11.6.) so it is by unbelief that they depart from God. In Hebrew 10.39. They that draw back, and they that believe, Are opposed to one Another.
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when yet these are not of so much force to deter us from sin, as the frowns and threats of men to drive us into sin? Did men fully believe there is so much evil and danger in every sin,
when yet these Are not of so much force to deter us from since, as the frowns and Treats of men to drive us into since? Did men Fully believe there is so much evil and danger in every since,
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as the Word of God declares there is, they would immediately see cause to be more afraid of the least sin, than of the greatest sufferings in the world.
as the Word of God declares there is, they would immediately see cause to be more afraid of the least since, than of the greatest sufferings in the world.
and follow him fully, they must necessarily conclude thence, that integrity is the best policy, and Godliness the greatest gain. But when men chuse either to decline a way of duty,
and follow him Fully, they must necessarily conclude thence, that integrity is the best policy, and Godliness the greatest gain. But when men choose either to decline a Way of duty,
but to destroy all those that forsake and rebel against him. A God every-where present, omniscient, that eyes and observes us in all places, companies, employments.
but to destroy all those that forsake and rebel against him. A God everywhere present, omniscient, that eyes and observes us in all places, companies, employments.
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Who would forsake, or turn aside from the living God, that believes him to be such a God? But unbelief is the root of disobedience, (as in the Greek, the same word NONLATINALPHABET, signifies both.) This is the cause of inconstancy, the root of Apostacy.
Who would forsake, or turn aside from the living God, that believes him to be such a God? But unbelief is the root of disobedience, (as in the Greek, the same word, signifies both.) This is the cause of inconstancy, the root of Apostasy.
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As Constancy is the daughter of sincerity, so unstaidness is the natural off-spring and product of Hypocrisie, Psal. 78.37. Their heart was not right with him, (then it follows) neither were they [ stedfast ] in his Covenant.
As Constancy is the daughter of sincerity, so unstaidness is the natural offspring and product of Hypocrisy, Psalm 78.37. Their heart was not right with him, (then it follows) neither were they [ steadfast ] in his Covenant.
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As on the other hand, the upright in heart are opposed to such as turn aside into crooked wayes, Psal. 125.45. Hypocrisie makes men zealous about needless ceremonies, but careless of the substance of Religion.
As on the other hand, the upright in heart Are opposed to such as turn aside into crooked ways, Psalm 125.45. Hypocrisy makes men zealous about needless ceremonies, but careless of the substance of Religion.
Hypocrisie wil put men upon some duties, while there is an allowed neglect of others, and those more weighty, Mat. 23.23. Hypocrisie will take men off from some sins, while other sins are still retained.
Hypocrisy will put men upon Some duties, while there is an allowed neglect of Others, and those more weighty, Mathew 23.23. Hypocrisy will take men off from Some Sins, while other Sins Are still retained.
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As Jehu destroyed Baal out of Israel, but departed not from the sins of Jeroboam, 2 King. 10.28, 31. It wil teach men to avoid open, gross, scandalous sins,
As Jehu destroyed Baal out of Israel, but departed not from the Sins of Jeroboam, 2 King. 10.28, 31. It will teach men to avoid open, gross, scandalous Sins,
while they have no care to get cleansed from secret sins, from inward, heart-corruptions, Matth. 23.25, &c. Hypocrisie will allow men to condemn, will put them upon speaking against the sins of former times,
while they have no care to get cleansed from secret Sins, from inward, heart-corruptions, Matthew 23.25, etc. Hypocrisy will allow men to condemn, will put them upon speaking against the Sins of former times,
Hypocrisie will suffer men to live in those sins which they condemn in others, Matt. 23.29, &c. And what is all this but shameful halting? Hypocrisie will teach men to make a fair shew sometimes, to act a part in Religion,
Hypocrisy will suffer men to live in those Sins which they condemn in Others, Matt. 23.29, etc. And what is all this but shameful halting? Hypocrisy will teach men to make a fair show sometime, to act a part in Religion,
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for the compassing of some carnal end, which being once obtained, the Play is done, and they are found other men than they appeared and personated before.
for the compassing of Some carnal end, which being once obtained, the Play is done, and they Are found other men than they appeared and personated before.
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Hypocrisie is a paint that wil not endure the fire. Let fiery tryals come, and these soon marre its beauty, lay open its deformity, Hypocrisie is but the putting of the sheep-skin on a Wolf or Swine, which if once it be shorn, you would not expect it should grow again.
Hypocrisy is a paint that will not endure the fire. Let fiery trials come, and these soon mar its beauty, lay open its deformity, Hypocrisy is but the putting of the sheepskin on a Wolf or Swine, which if once it be shorn, you would not expect it should grow again.
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Carnal self is a great hinderance and pull back to us in a Christian course. Therefore Christ calls upon every one that would follow him, to deny himself, Matth. 16.24. Our base hearts will seem to comply with a Divine Command at one time, but out of self-respect;
Carnal self is a great hindrance and pull back to us in a Christian course. Therefore christ calls upon every one that would follow him, to deny himself, Matthew 16.24. Our base hearts will seem to comply with a Divine Command At one time, but out of self-respect;
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Some that were constant in the performance of Family-duties, seemingly strict in the observation of Sabbaths, &c. while these things have been in fashion, can readily lay all religious duties aside,
some that were constant in the performance of Family duties, seemingly strict in the observation of Sabbaths, etc. while these things have been in fashion, can readily lay all religious duties aside,
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when they become a matter of reproach. Some that seem to stear their course Heavenwards while they meet with prosperous gales, who can soon tack about when the winds are contrary.
when they become a matter of reproach. some that seem to steer their course Heavenwards while they meet with prosperous gales, who can soon tack about when the winds Are contrary.
As the Apostle James, Whosoever will be a friend of the world, is the enemy of God, •am. 4.4, Many love their carnal ease more than their work, more than God's service.
As the Apostle James, Whosoever will be a friend of the world, is the enemy of God, •am. 4.4, Many love their carnal ease more than their work, more than God's service.
This Oyntment might have been sold for so much, says Judas, whose mind was chiefly on the Bag. Holy David was of another disposition, I will not serve the Lord with that which costs me nothing.
This Ointment might have been sold for so much, Says Judas, whose mind was chiefly on the Bag. Holy David was of Another disposition, I will not serve the Lord with that which costs me nothing.
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One thing I must tell you here, If our Religion be not such as weans our hearts from the world, the world wil deaden them to the exercise of Religion.
One thing I must tell you Here, If our Religion be not such as weans our hearts from the world, the world will deaden them to the exercise of Religion.
If the love of God, we all profess to have, be not such as consumes inordinate love to the world, our love of the world will smother the love of God, not suffer that to live and breath in us. See Matt. 6.24. 4. A sinful cowardize and fear of man. Prov. 29.25. The fear of man bringeth a snare.
If the love of God, we all profess to have, be not such as consumes inordinate love to the world, our love of the world will smother the love of God, not suffer that to live and breath in us. See Matt. 6.24. 4. A sinful cowardice and Fear of man. Curae 29.25. The Fear of man brings a snare.
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There were great numbers, and many of great note in the world, that cryed out aloud, He seduceth the people. But that he was a good man, it was whispered amongst some,
There were great numbers, and many of great note in the world, that cried out aloud, He seduceth the people. But that he was a good man, it was whispered among Some,
The fear of man would plainly argue our forgetfulness of God, Isa. 51.12, 13. By the fear of the Lord men depart from evil, ( Prov. 16.6.) whereas by the fear of men, many depart from the Lord.
The Fear of man would plainly argue our forgetfulness of God, Isaiah 51.12, 13. By the Fear of the Lord men depart from evil, (Curae 16.6.) whereas by the Fear of men, many depart from the Lord.
The former is a Soveraign Antidote against sin, an excellent means to preserve us from it, ( Neh. 5.15. Exod. 20.20.) The latter greatly exposeth unto sin.
The former is a Sovereign Antidote against since, an excellent means to preserve us from it, (Neh 5.15. Exod 20.20.) The latter greatly exposeth unto since.
1. In respect of God. 1. Hereby God is dishonored; his Name polluted. It was a Law among the Jews, Lev. 21.9. The daughter of any Priest, if she profane her self by playing the Whore, [ she profaneth her Father, she shall be burnt with fire.
1. In respect of God. 1. Hereby God is dishonoured; his Name polluted. It was a Law among the jews, Lev. 21.9. The daughter of any Priest, if she profane her self by playing the Whore, [ she profaneth her Father, she shall be burned with fire.
Then what a prophaning the Name of God is this, for such as are called his People, to go a whoring from him? The sinful slips and falls of Professors cast dirt (as it were) on the Name of God;
Then what a profaning the Name of God is this, for such as Are called his People, to go a whoring from him? The sinful slips and falls of Professors cast dirt (as it were) on the Name of God;
But the Name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles through you, as it is written, Rom. 2.24. Better in this respect, men would never take up a Profession, than to rest here, without taking any care for a suitableness of conversation, Ezek. 20.39. As for you, O house of Israel, thus saith the Lord God, Go ye, serve every one his Idols;
But the Name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles through you, as it is written, Rom. 2.24. Better in this respect, men would never take up a Profession, than to rest Here, without taking any care for a suitableness of Conversation, Ezekiel 20.39. As for you, Oh house of Israel, thus Says the Lord God, Go you, serve every one his Idols;
Therefore the Lord was so quick and smart with Moses, with that eminent Saint, that faithful Servant of his, that Favourite of Heaven, Moses, who was so far honoured, that the Lord spake to him face to face,
Therefore the Lord was so quick and smart with Moses, with that eminent Saint, that faithful Servant of his, that Favourite of Heaven, Moses, who was so Far honoured, that the Lord spoke to him face to face,
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even as a man speaks to his friend: Yet, Numb. 20.12. The Lord spake unto Moses and Aaron, Because ye believe me not, to sanctifie me in the eyes of the Children of Israel;
even as a man speaks to his friend: Yet, Numb. 20.12. The Lord spoke unto Moses and Aaron, Because you believe me not, to sanctify me in the eyes of the Children of Israel;
For this halting of yours before the Children of Israel, you shall fall short of Canaan, you shall nor have the honour of leading them into the promised Land. Now if you do but look back to Numb. 11.21, 22. you will find Moses bewraying unbelief: but privately; before God.
For this halting of yours before the Children of Israel, you shall fallen short of Canaan, you shall nor have the honour of leading them into the promised Land. Now if you do but look back to Numb. 11.21, 22. you will find Moses bewraying unbelief: but privately; before God.
wherefore the Lord clapt that smart sentence on their backs, which no importunity in prayer could ever take off again, or get reversed. See Deut. 32.50, 51. 2. Hereby the Truth and Wayes of God are much discredited.
Wherefore the Lord clapped that smart sentence on their backs, which no importunity in prayer could ever take off again, or get reversed. See Deuteronomy 32.50, 51. 2. Hereby the Truth and Ways of God Are much discredited.
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How earnestly doth the Apostle exhort Christians in general to walk worthy of the vocation wherewith they are called, Eph. 4.1. And Phil. 4.27. Only let your conversation be as it becometh the Gospel.
How earnestly does the Apostle exhort Christians in general to walk worthy of the vocation wherewith they Are called, Ephesians 4.1. And Philip 4.27. Only let your Conversation be as it Becometh the Gospel.
So likewise he layeth a strict charge here upon several sexes, estates, and conditions, The younger women must take heed, they give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully, 1 Tim. 5.14. Servants that are under the yoke must see to carry so in their places, that the Name of our God, and [ his Doctrine ] be not blasphemed, 1 Tim. 6.1. The aged women must be patterns of holiness, setting others a good example [ that the Word of God be not blasphemed ] Tit. 2.5. Christians halting in the way, causeth others to speak evil of the way of Christianity.
So likewise he Layeth a strict charge Here upon several sexes, estates, and conditions, The younger women must take heed, they give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully, 1 Tim. 5.14. Servants that Are under the yoke must see to carry so in their places, that the Name of our God, and [ his Doctrine ] be not blasphemed, 1 Tim. 6.1. The aged women must be patterns of holiness, setting Others a good Exampl [ that the Word of God be not blasphemed ] Tit. 2.5. Christians halting in the Way, Causes Others to speak evil of the Way of Christianity.
It loses more by the haltings and falls of Professors ordinarily, than by the fury of Persecuters. As Jacob complained of his Sons cruelty towards the Shechemites, Ye have troubled me, to make me stink among the inhabitants of the Land, who will gather themselves together against me.
It loses more by the haltings and falls of Professors ordinarily, than by the fury of Persecuters. As Jacob complained of his Sons cruelty towards the Shechemites, You have troubled me, to make me stink among the inhabitants of the Land, who will gather themselves together against me.
The Kingdom of Christ is weakened and obstructed very much, by His followers haltings, and miscarriages. Others are hereby kept off from Religion, who otherwise might have been coming on.
The Kingdom of christ is weakened and obstructed very much, by His followers haltings, and miscarriages. Others Are hereby kept off from Religion, who otherwise might have been coming on.
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whereas the other may be convinced in their consciences, that it is the best Way, the Way of the Righteous, only they are discouraged from closing with it,
whereas the other may be convinced in their Consciences, that it is the best Way, the Way of the Righteous, only they Are discouraged from closing with it,
But this shews us the great evil of mens halting in Religion, this hindereth the progress of Religion, this obstructeth the Truth and Kingdome of Christ, that the Gospel cannot have so free a course and passage, as otherwise it might.
But this shows us the great evil of men's halting in Religion, this hindereth the progress of Religion, this obstructeth the Truth and Kingdom of christ, that the Gospel cannot have so free a course and passage, as otherwise it might.
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Hence many look upon Religion as a way of deceit, as if it taught men to play the hypocrites, to be one thing in Profession and the contrary in Practice. Which is as true,
Hence many look upon Religion as a Way of deceit, as if it taught men to play the Hypocrites, to be one thing in Profession and the contrary in Practice. Which is as true,
but when our hand shakes, when we turn aside in our course, keep not close to our Rule, many foolish by standers are ready to censure the Rule it self, and say, that is crooked.
but when our hand shakes, when we turn aside in our course, keep not close to our Rule, many foolish by standers Are ready to censure the Rule it self, and say, that is crooked.
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but Why should they be reviled, evil-spoken of, why should they bear reproach for our sakes? As Nehemiah sayes of Shemaiah, that False-Prophet, Nehem. 6.43. therefore was he hired, that I should be afraid, and sin, and [ that they might have matter for an evil report.
but Why should they be reviled, evil-spoken of, why should they bear reproach for our sakes? As Nehemiah Says of Shemaiah, that False-Prophet, Nehemiah 6.43. Therefore was he hired, that I should be afraid, and since, and [ that they might have matter for an evil report.
Thus some of the Jewish Converts, yea, Barnabas himself was carried away with the dissimulation, ver. 13. This is a teaching the Lords People to transgress.
Thus Some of the Jewish Converts, yea, Barnabas himself was carried away with the dissimulation, ver. 13. This is a teaching the lords People to transgress.
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We should fear to use our own liberty, where weak Christians would be stumbling at it. ( Rom. 14.13, 21. 1 Cor. 8.9, 12.) We may be an occasion of wounding the consciences of our weak Brethren sometimes, by our preposterous, unadvised use of things indifferent, and lawful in themselves:
We should Fear to use our own liberty, where weak Christians would be stumbling At it. (Rom. 14.13, 21. 1 Cor. 8.9, 12.) We may be an occasion of wounding the Consciences of our weak Brothers sometime, by our preposterous, unadvised use of things indifferent, and lawful in themselves:
and walking unsutably to their profession, they are Blinds rather, and Stumbling-blocks before others. But see Levit. 19.14. Thou shalt not put a stumbling-block before the blind. And Deut. 27.18. Cursed be he that maketh the blind to wander out of the way.
and walking unsuitably to their profession, they Are Blinds rather, and Stumbling-blocks before Others. But see Levit. 19.14. Thou shalt not put a stumbling-block before the blind. And Deuteronomy 27.18. Cursed be he that makes the blind to wander out of the Way.
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and their hands more strengthened. As is said of those lying Prophetesses, Ezek. 13.22. Ye have strengthened the hands of the wicked, that he should not return from his wicked way.
and their hands more strengthened. As is said of those lying Prophetesses, Ezekiel 13.22. You have strengthened the hands of the wicked, that he should not return from his wicked Way.
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so that they no more regard how they wallow in the mire. Bishop Gardiner, one of the Marian Apostates and Persecutors, cryed out on his death-bed, That he had denied his Master with Peter, but never repented with Peter.
so that they no more regard how they wallow in the mire. Bishop Gardiner, one of the Marian Apostates and Persecutors, cried out on his deathbed, That he had denied his Master with Peter, but never repented with Peter.
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but on the contrary, was greatly blemished by it. Men soil themselves shamefully by halting, and turning aside into any crooked wayes. See 2 Pet. 2.20. 2. There is a cause of inward troubles. Thus Conscience is gauled.
but on the contrary, was greatly blemished by it. Men soil themselves shamefully by halting, and turning aside into any crooked ways. See 2 Pet. 2.20. 2. There is a cause of inward Troubles. Thus Conscience is Galled.
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they shall find his wayes, wayes of pleasantness, and his paths peace. Whereas they that leave the paths of uprightness, walk in wayes of darkness, Prov. 2.13. where they shall meet with little quiet or comfort.
they shall find his ways, ways of pleasantness, and his paths peace. Whereas they that leave the paths of uprightness, walk in ways of darkness, Curae 2.13. where they shall meet with little quiet or Comfort.
Daved 's fall wounded his conscience, and a good while after that, he bled inwardly, and complained ( Psa. 51.) that he went with broken bones. What followed Peter 's halting in the High-Priest's hall? He went out, and wept bitterly.
Daved is fallen wounded his conscience, and a good while After that, he bled inwardly, and complained (Psa. 51.) that he went with broken bones. What followed Peter is halting in the Highpriest's hall? He went out, and wept bitterly.
and fell into a shameful denial of his Master, even with cursing and swearing, as if he would that way seem to have been rather trained up in the Devil's School,
and fell into a shameful denial of his Master, even with cursing and swearing, as if he would that Way seem to have been rather trained up in the Devil's School,
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Others have fallen from a plausible profession, first, to immoderation in the use of lawful things, to a pampering of the flesh, and an over-eager pursuit of their outward pleasures, and vain recreations;
Others have fallen from a plausible profession, First, to immoderation in the use of lawful things, to a pampering of the Flesh, and an overeager pursuit of their outward pleasures, and vain recreations;
We should fear to lay such an heavy charge as this upon those that are innocent. How ill the Lord took it from Job's Friends that they were so rash in their censures of him. Gal. 2.14. When I saw, that they walked not uprightly — I said unto Peter before them all, &c. [ When Psaw — ] So the matter must be evident.
We should Fear to lay such an heavy charge as this upon those that Are innocent. How ill the Lord took it from Job's Friends that they were so rash in their censures of him. Gal. 2.14. When I saw, that they walked not uprightly — I said unto Peter before them all, etc. [ When Psaw — ] So the matter must be evident.
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To hold Communion in publick Worship, which is the Worship of God for substance, though there are corruptions in the manner of administration, when Christians are careful not to communicate in those corruptions,
To hold Communion in public Worship, which is the Worship of God for substance, though there Are corruptions in the manner of administration, when Christians Are careful not to communicate in those corruptions,
I say, to joyn in publick worship that hath corruptions in it, with these qualifications, is unjustly censured as halting betwixt God and Baal. While all necessary, Fundamental Truth is publickly professed,
I say, to join in public worship that hath corruptions in it, with these qualifications, is unjustly censured as halting betwixt God and Baal. While all necessary, Fundamental Truth is publicly professed,
while any Christian (that is watchful over his heart and carriage, as all ought ever to be) may partake in the one, without being active in, or approving of the other;
while any Christian (that is watchful over his heart and carriage, as all ought ever to be) may partake in the one, without being active in, or approving of the other;
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And no doubt, it was written for our instruction, our Lord Christ, (who is and ought to be a Christians pattern, who could never be charged with the least halt in his course, who never trode one step awry, who was as zealous for purity in God's Worship,
And no doubt, it was written for our instruction, our Lord christ, (who is and ought to be a Christians pattern, who could never be charged with the least halt in his course, who never trodden one step awry, who was as zealous for purity in God's Worship,
and notwithstanding such formalists, and superstitious ones as the Scribes and Pharisees (who were ready to magnifie their traditions, above the Word of God;
and notwithstanding such formalists, and superstitious ones as the Scribes and Pharisees (who were ready to magnify their traditions, above the Word of God;
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and justifies their Worship, as right for the substance, that Salvation might be attained therein, which he denies to be attainable in any other way of Worship,
and Justifies their Worship, as right for the substance, that Salvation might be attained therein, which he Denies to be attainable in any other Way of Worship,
then used among the Gentiles, John 4.22. Ye worship ye know not what (saith Christ to the woman of Samaria ) We know what we worship (including himself among the rest, that worshipped God aright) for Salvation is of the Jews.
then used among the Gentiles, John 4.22. You worship you know not what (Says christ to the woman of Samaria) We know what we worship (including himself among the rest, that worshipped God aright) for Salvation is of the jews.
The Apostle Peter was blame-worthy, when he halted betwixt the Jews and Gentiles: ( Gal. 2.) The Popish Religion allows and teaches Dissimulation and Equivocation before men.
The Apostle Peter was blameworthy, when he halted betwixt the jews and Gentiles: (Gal. 2.) The Popish Religion allows and Teaches Dissimulation and Equivocation before men.
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The Religion of the Samatitans was a strange composition, when they feared the Lord, and served their own gods: such is the Religion of the Papists, who add to the Worship of God a multitude of Jewish and Paganish Rites and Ceremonies.
The Religion of the Samatitans was a strange composition, when they feared the Lord, and served their own God's: such is the Religion of the Papists, who add to the Worship of God a multitude of Jewish and Paganish Rites and Ceremonies.
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How intollerable is their confounding of Christ and Moses; how abominable their joyning their own works with Christs merits in the business of Justification? How dishonourable unto Christ,
How intolerable is their confounding of christ and Moses; how abominable their joining their own works with Christ merits in the business of Justification? How dishonourable unto christ,
and dangerous, undoing to themselves, their depending partly on Christ 's mediation; and partly on the Saints intercession? O What a miserable lame Religion Popery is! A Wavering Religion!
and dangerous, undoing to themselves, their depending partly on christ is mediation; and partly on the Saints Intercession? Oh What a miserable lame Religion Popery is! A Wavering Religion!
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1. What halting among our common Professors! Halting between GOD and Mammon. Though you know what Christ sayes, Matth. 6.24. You cannot give your hearts both to God and to the World.
1. What halting among our Common Professors! Halting between GOD and Mammon. Though you know what christ Says, Matthew 6.24. You cannot give your hearts both to God and to the World.
and are as ready to fly out, be vain, and carry like one of the fools in Israel, when they are in place were they may take their liberty, in the company of such as are loose and prophane.
and Are as ready to fly out, be vain, and carry like one of the Fools in Israel, when they Are in place were they may take their liberty, in the company of such as Are lose and profane.
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Do we not many times suffer a foiled, routed enemy to rally again? are we not sometimes worsted by those very lusts, which before we had put to flight, driven out the field.
Do we not many times suffer a foiled, routed enemy to rally again? Are we not sometime worsted by those very Lustiest, which before we had put to flight, driven out the field.
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The Child of God (sayes Mr. Perkins ) is like a lame man, that goes the right way, but yet halts at every step. This should be matter of humiliation, and lamentation to us all.
The Child of God (sayes Mr. Perkins) is like a lame man, that Goes the right Way, but yet halts At every step. This should be matter of humiliation, and lamentation to us all.
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Not to walk uprightly is very uncomely among Professors. There is an expression, Psa. 52.9. I will praise thee for ever, and I will wait on thy Name [ for it is good before thy Saints.
Not to walk uprightly is very uncomely among Professors. There is an expression, Psa. 52.9. I will praise thee for ever, and I will wait on thy Name [ for it is good before thy Saints.
] ▪ Constancy and perseverance in God's Worship and Service, and in our dependance upon Him, this is good before the Saints: And the contrary, to see souls falling off from God,
] ▪ Constancy and perseverance in God's Worship and Service, and in our dependence upon Him, this is good before the Saints: And the contrary, to see Souls falling off from God,
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and His Wayes, is evil in their account. They blush, are asham'd to see it: It is a sad, and strange sight to them. Gal. 1.6. I marvel (saies the Apostle to these halting, backsliding Professors, I marvel ) that you are so soon removed from Him, that called you into the Grace of Christ.
and His Ways, is evil in their account. They blush, Are ashamed to see it: It is a sad, and strange sighed to them. Gal. 1.6. I marvel (Says the Apostle to these halting, backsliding Professors, I marvel) that you Are so soon removed from Him, that called you into the Grace of christ.
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and are ••lked after vanity? What a strange course they take, w••• turn aside from God, from the true God, to walk after vanity. The People were convinced of the folly of such a course in Josh. 24.16. God forbid that we should forsake the Lord, to serve other gods:
and Are ••lked After vanity? What a strange course they take, w••• turn aside from God, from the true God, to walk After vanity. The People were convinced of the folly of such a course in Josh. 24.16. God forbid that we should forsake the Lord, to serve other God's:
God forbid we should forsake our own mercy, our happiness, to follow lying vanities. How foolish was the Prodigal, in leaving his Father's House, to feed upon husks? When the Galatians were halting in Religion,
God forbid we should forsake our own mercy, our happiness, to follow lying vanities. How foolish was the Prodigal, in leaving his Father's House, to feed upon husks? When the Galatians were halting in Religion,
how strangely the Apostle bespeaks them, Gal. 3.1. O foolish Galatians, Who hath bewitched you? — and verse 3. Are ye so foolish? What, so foolish? q. d.
how strangely the Apostle bespeaks them, Gal. 3.1. Oh foolish Galatians, Who hath bewitched you? — and verse 3. are you so foolish? What, so foolish? q. worser.
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If the Lord be not God, why do we follow Him at all? And if He be God (as nothing more sure) Why do we not follow the Lord fully? If it be not good to be truly religious,
If the Lord be not God, why do we follow Him At all? And if He be God (as nothing more sure) Why do we not follow the Lord Fully? If it be not good to be truly religious,
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Why are we no more careful to walk up to our profession? Thus if we did but attend to Reason, it would inform us thus much, that either we should quite lay down our profession,
Why Are we not more careful to walk up to our profession? Thus if we did but attend to Reason, it would inform us thus much, that either we should quite lay down our profession,
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Hath not this been our manner from our youth? As Moses said of the Children of Israel, Ye have been rebellious against the Lor• •rom the day that I knew you.
Hath not this been our manner from our youth? As Moses said of the Children of Israel, You have been rebellious against the Lor• •rom the day that I knew you.
Have not we been still at this pass, at •ff and on, playing fast and loose with God? I may here allude to that in Josh. 22.17, 18. Is the iniquity of Peor too little for us, from which we are not cleansed unto this day:
Have not we been still At this pass, At •ff and on, playing fast and lose with God? I may Here allude to that in Josh. 22.17, 18. Is the iniquity of Peor too little for us, from which we Are not cleansed unto this day:
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When Hezekiah had received the sentence of death, this was more to him than all his Kingdom again, Isa. 38.3. On the contrary, when we are halting in our course, we undermine our own peace, lay a foundation for inward troubles, jealousy of our estates. John, 8.31. If ye continue in my Word, then are ye my Disciples indeed:
When Hezekiah had received the sentence of death, this was more to him than all his Kingdom again, Isaiah 38.3. On the contrary, when we Are halting in our course, we undermine our own peace, lay a Foundation for inward Troubles, jealousy of our estates. John, 8.31. If you continue in my Word, then Are you my Disciples indeed:
All besides Him are found lying vanities. It was horrible blasphemy that message which Senacherib sent to Hezekiah, Isa. 37.10. Let not thy God in whom thou trustest, deceive thee.
All beside Him Are found lying vanities. It was horrible blasphemy that message which Sennacherib sent to Hezekiah, Isaiah 37.10. Let not thy God in whom thou trustest, deceive thee.
Ye have this day rejected your God, who himself saved you out of all your adversities, and your tribulations. Most disingenuous and ingrateful creatures!
You have this day rejected your God, who himself saved you out of all your adversities, and your tribulations. Most disingenuous and ingrateful creatures!
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With an upright man he will shew himself upright, Psal. 18.25. This motive the Apostle useth to perswade unto Christian stedfastness and constancy, Heb. 10.23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering;
With an upright man he will show himself upright, Psalm 18.25. This motive the Apostle uses to persuade unto Christian steadfastness and constancy, Hebrew 10.23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering;
How many rooted in their errors, that there is no stirring of them? how many wedded to Superstition? how many doting upon their old heathenish customs,
How many rooted in their errors, that there is no stirring of them? how many wedded to Superstition? how many doting upon their old Heathenish customs,
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O Sirs, do you desire it may go well with the Land, whereof you are Inhabitants, with the Church of which you are Members? would you have it to go well with England? then take ye heed of halting in Religion. See Josh. 22.18. If we turn away from following the Lord to day, to morrow he may be wroth with the whole Congregation.
O Sirs, do you desire it may go well with the Land, whereof you Are Inhabitants, with the Church of which you Are Members? would you have it to go well with England? then take you heed of halting in Religion. See Josh. 22.18. If we turn away from following the Lord to day, to morrow he may be wroth with the Whole Congregation.
If such as profess his Name are turning further back from him, how may such provoking of his sons and daughters cause the Lord to abhor us! will not this make a way to his Anger; or, rather make the gap wider,
If such as profess his Name Are turning further back from him, how may such provoking of his Sons and daughters cause the Lord to abhor us! will not this make a Way to his Anger; or, rather make the gap wider,
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And would you halt no more in Religion — (1.) Get a clear sight and knowledge of your way. Labour for a distinct knowledge both in matters of Faith and Practice.
And would you halt no more in Religion — (1.) Get a clear sighed and knowledge of your Way. Labour for a distinct knowledge both in matters of Faith and Practice.
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We must know the certainty of those things wherein, we have been instructed, that they may be most surely believed of us, Luke 1.1, 4. They that receive the Word with much assurance,
We must know the certainty of those things wherein, we have been instructed, that they may be most surely believed of us, Lycia 1.1, 4. They that receive the Word with much assurance,
as the believing Thessalonians did, 1 Thess. 1.5. there is hope that they will venture all, rather than renounce or part with the Truth. 2 Tim. 3.14. Continue thou in the things which thou hast learned, and hast been assured of.
as the believing Thessalonians did, 1 Thess 1.5. there is hope that they will venture all, rather than renounce or part with the Truth. 2 Tim. 3.14. Continue thou in the things which thou hast learned, and hast been assured of.
There must be a learning of the Truth, and assurance that it is the Truth, if we would continue in the Truth. So Col. 1.23. Here 1. Be very clear in th• grounds of Religion. They that would •ot be fluctuating in Religion, must get their minds well ballasted with the knowledge of the grounds of Religion.
There must be a learning of the Truth, and assurance that it is the Truth, if we would continue in the Truth. So Col. 1.23. Here 1. Be very clear in th• grounds of Religion. They that would •ot be fluctuating in Religion, must get their minds well ballasted with the knowledge of the grounds of Religion.
Indeed I know not what should hinder, but an ignorant Protestant may soon turn a confident Papist. But Catechism, Instruction in the Principles of Christianity, was one main engine, whereby our Reformers battered down Popery.
Indeed I know not what should hinder, but an ignorant Protestant may soon turn a confident Papist. But Catechism, Instruction in the Principles of Christianity, was one main engine, whereby our Reformers battered down Popery.
so the lowest Principles (as it is observed) the lowest Principles of Religion in one sense, are the highest Principles. If you would have the house to stand, lay the foundation well:
so the lowest Principles (as it is observed) the lowest Principles of Religion in one sense, Are the highest Principles. If you would have the house to stand, lay the Foundation well:
This greatly emboldened the Prophet Daniel to pray before his God, as he did afore-time, Dan. 6.10. Come on't what wil, he is sure it was his duty to pray after that manner.
This greatly emboldened the Prophet daniel to pray before his God, as he did aforetime, Dan. 6.10. Come oned what will, he is sure it was his duty to pray After that manner.
He that considered Nebuchadrezzar, what hazards and hardships he had been put upon in serving His Providence, and would not let it go unrewarded, Ezek. 29.18, &c. much more that he considers his suffering Servants, who are exercised with many troubles here, that attend their observing his Commands, who commit themselves to Him in wel-doing.
He that considered Nebuchadrezzar, what hazards and hardships he had been put upon in serving His Providence, and would not let it go unrewarded, Ezekiel 29.18, etc. much more that he considers his suffering Servants, who Are exercised with many Troubles Here, that attend their observing his Commands, who commit themselves to Him in welldoing.
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But where the heart is not right, such a soul is not stedfast with God. Psal. 78.8. — A generation that set not their heart arigth (then it follows) and whose spirit was not stedfast with God.
But where the heart is not right, such a soul is not steadfast with God. Psalm 78.8. — A generation that Set not their heart arigth (then it follows) and whose Spirit was not steadfast with God.
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They that are pained, and afflicted in the sence and remembrance of their former sinful slips and falls, will look better to their feet and take more heed to their wayes.
They that Are pained, and afflicted in the sense and remembrance of their former sinful slips and falls, will look better to their feet and take more heed to their ways.
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On the other hand, where men are not humbled for the irregularity of their former course, they will be likely to go on in the same course still, Jer. 44.10. They are not humbled even unto this day, neither have they feared, nor walked in my Law.
On the other hand, where men Are not humbled for the irregularity of their former course, they will be likely to go on in the same course still, Jer. 44.10. They Are not humbled even unto this day, neither have they feared, nor walked in my Law.
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Do not wilfully dash your foot upon the stones. To be afraid of the least sin, to be ready to flee from temptations, is no argument of cowardise or pusillanimity of spirit,
Do not wilfully dash your foot upon the stones. To be afraid of the least since, to be ready to flee from temptations, is no argument of cowardice or pusillanimity of Spirit,
but a proof of spiritual wisdom, a necessary piece of Christian Policy. And the more we are afraid of sin, the less danger of our shrinking at sufferings. Indeed it is wisdom, to take heed of the least slips.
but a proof of spiritual Wisdom, a necessary piece of Christian Policy. And the more we Are afraid of since, the less danger of our shrinking At sufferings. Indeed it is Wisdom, to take heed of the least slips.
We ought to be so afraid of sin, as not to venture on those things that have the appearance of evil, 1 Thess. 5.22. 5. Set to the mortification of thy beloved sin especially.
We ought to be so afraid of since, as not to venture on those things that have the appearance of evil, 1 Thess 5.22. 5. Set to the mortification of thy Beloved since especially.
Cut off the right foot that would offend thee, and cause thee to stumble. It is thy beloved sin, that right eye, that right foot, which most enclines thee to halt, is the greatest impediment to even, upright walking.
cut off the right foot that would offend thee, and cause thee to Stumble. It is thy Beloved since, that right eye, that right foot, which most inclines thee to halt, is the greatest impediment to even, upright walking.
He that sets up any Idol in his heart, and puts the stumbling-block of his iniquity before his face, estranges and separates himself from the Lord, E•ek. 14.4, 5, 7. Covetousness, the love of money, seems to have been Judas his beloved sin,
He that sets up any Idol in his heart, and puts the stumbling-block of his iniquity before his face, estranges and separates himself from the Lord, E•ek. 14.4, 5, 7. Covetousness, the love of money, seems to have been Judas his Beloved since,
On the other hand, we shall then walk uprightly before God, when we keep our selves from our own iniquities, Psal. 18.23. 6. Set forth in Religion with a serious purpose, and fixed resolution never to draw back.
On the other hand, we shall then walk uprightly before God, when we keep our selves from our own iniquities, Psalm 18.23. 6. Set forth in Religion with a serious purpose, and fixed resolution never to draw back.
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Therefore Barnabas exhorted them, Acts 11.23. that with purpose of heart they would cleave to the Lord; NONLATINALPHABET there, is as much as NONLATINALPHABET. Sayes the Psalmist, Psal. 119.106. I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgements. So Dan. 1.8.
Therefore Barnabas exhorted them, Acts 11.23. that with purpose of heart they would cleave to the Lord; there, is as much as. Says the Psalmist, Psalm 119.106. I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments. So Dan. 1.8.
Holy resolution for God, is a strong Bank against a flood of Temptations; is a good Bulwark against the shot and assaults of Adversaries. And no taking of the Garison, till a breach is made here.
Holy resolution for God, is a strong Bank against a flood of Temptations; is a good Bulwark against the shot and assaults of Adversaries. And no taking of the Garrison, till a breach is made Here.
yet not so, to sin besides ones serious purpose and resolution. When the heart is resolved for God, devoted to his fear, hath freely, chearfully sworn Alleagiance to him,
yet not so, to sin beside ones serious purpose and resolution. When the heart is resolved for God, devoted to his Fear, hath freely, cheerfully sworn Allegiance to him,
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It is the Lord that keepeth the feet of his Saints, 1 Sam. 2.9. A proud creature, one that is lifted up in his own conceits, is near a fall. Ʋzziah 's heart was lifted up to his destruction, Hab. 2.4. Behold, his soul which is lifted up, is not upright in him.
It is the Lord that Keepeth the feet of his Saints, 1 Sam. 2.9. A proud creature, one that is lifted up in his own conceits, is near a fallen. Ʋzziah is heart was lifted up to his destruction, Hab. 2.4. Behold, his soul which is lifted up, is not upright in him.
While he would seem some great Mountain, he is a meer empty bubble, that cracks and breaks and vanisheth into air. We reade of some of the Martyrs, that when they saw the storm coming, were very jealous of themselves, that they should never be able to endure the brunt, that they should never hold out;
While he would seem Some great Mountain, he is a mere empty bubble, that cracks and breaks and Vanishes into air. We read of Some of the Martyrs, that when they saw the storm coming, were very jealous of themselves, that they should never be able to endure the brunt, that they should never hold out;
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Again, others there were as full of self-confidence (as the former were of self-suspition) who triumphed before the victory, or fight, that in the day of tryal soon turned back and forsook their colours. Some that boasted very much before they put on their Armour, who put it off with shame.
Again, Others there were as full of self-confidence (as the former were of Self-suspicion) who triumphed before the victory, or fight, that in the day of trial soon turned back and forsook their colours. some that boasted very much before they put on their Armour, who put it off with shame.
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And particularly eye, and get clear apprehensions of these Attributes of God, &c. (1.) His Alsufficiency. Gen. 17.1. I am God Alsufficient, walk before me, and be thou perfect, or upright. If you should meet with enemies, with opposition in a way of upright walking;
And particularly eye, and get clear apprehensions of these Attributes of God, etc. (1.) His All-sufficiency. Gen. 17.1. I am God All-sufficient, walk before me, and be thou perfect, or upright. If you should meet with enemies, with opposition in a Way of upright walking;
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And so the Truth is as dear to him, integrity and constancy in his Servants are of the same value and account with him, as ever they were. (3.) His faithfulness.
And so the Truth is as dear to him, integrity and constancy in his Servants Are of the same valve and account with him, as ever they were. (3.) His faithfulness.
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He is the Faithful God, that keepeth Covenant, that forsaketh not his Saints, unto whom we may most safely commit our selves in wel-doing, 1 Pet. 4.16.
He is the Faithful God, that Keepeth Covenant, that Forsaketh not his Saints, unto whom we may most safely commit our selves in welldoing, 1 Pet. 4.16.
And had we such a sight of God, did we see him to be an alsufficient, unchangable, faithful God, it would help us to hold out, to follow him fully.
And had we such a sighed of God, did we see him to be an All-sufficient, unchangeable, faithful God, it would help us to hold out, to follow him Fully.
His love to man without dissimulation. His zeal for God, free from the least mixture of self-seeking. He had the wisdom of the Serpent, and the Doves innocency most exactly contempered, duly proportioned in him.
His love to man without dissimulation. His zeal for God, free from the least mixture of self-seeking. He had the Wisdom of the Serpent, and the Dove innocency most exactly contempered, duly proportioned in him.
In doing the work, his Father sent him about into the world, he wav'd and set aside self-respect, ( John 5.30. & 8.49, 50.) The Truth and Honour of God was dearer to him, than his own life.
In doing the work, his Father sent him about into the world, he waved and Set aside self-respect, (John 5.30. & 8.49, 50.) The Truth and Honour of God was Dearer to him, than his own life.
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O Christians follow this your Guide. If we are Christians, we ought to walk, as Christ also walked, 1 John 2.6. We are unworthy of the name of Christians, if it be not our care and indeavour to follow Christ.
O Christians follow this your Guide. If we Are Christians, we ought to walk, as christ also walked, 1 John 2.6. We Are unworthy of the name of Christians, if it be not our care and endeavour to follow christ.
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As Paul and Barnabas confirmed the souls of the Disciples, and exhorted them to continue in the Faith ▪ and that through much tribulation we must enter into the Kingdom of God, Acts 14.22.
As Paul and Barnabas confirmed the Souls of the Disciples, and exhorted them to continue in the Faith ▪ and that through much tribulation we must enter into the Kingdom of God, Acts 14.22.
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Here they that run fastest, are least weary. Whereas if we sit still, we shall soon grow lame and stark. O take heed of standing still! Be going forward. Grow in Grace.
Here they that run fastest, Are least weary. Whereas if we fit still, we shall soon grow lame and stark. Oh take heed of standing still! Be going forward. Grow in Grace.
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and abound — And if ye do these things, ye shall never fall, 2 Pet. 1. Here I might instance in sundry particular Graces, that you should be growing in especially.
and abound — And if you do these things, you shall never fallen, 2 Pet. 1. Here I might instance in sundry particular Graces, that you should be growing in especially.
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yet we should not be dismaied, but think our selves safe enough under the Banner of His Love. We might more quietly repose our selves under the Banner of his Love, than under the protection of an Army with Banners. It is something to have a sense of the Truth of Religion:
yet we should not be dismayed, but think our selves safe enough under the Banner of His Love. We might more quietly repose our selves under the Banner of his Love, than under the protection of an Army with Banners. It is something to have a sense of the Truth of Religion:
How hardly should any perswade or draw us contrary to our own experience? should we not resolutely stick to, continue and persevere in those wayes, wherein we have met with God,
How hardly should any persuade or draw us contrary to our own experience? should we not resolutely stick to, continue and persevere in those ways, wherein we have met with God,
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Often ask your hearts this question, Whether they are in the way or no? and how uprightly they carry in it? One that hath a jealousie, a suspition of his servant, would not let him go long, without calling him to a reckoning.
Often ask your hearts this question, Whither they Are in the Way or no? and how uprightly they carry in it? One that hath a jealousy, a suspicion of his servant, would not let him go long, without calling him to a reckoning.
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And here let us plead that Branch and Article of His Gracious Covenant, where he promiseth, I will put my fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me, Jer. 32.40. The Lord is faithful to establish you, and keep you from evil.
And Here let us plead that Branch and Article of His Gracious Covenant, where he promises, I will put my Fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me, Jer. 32.40. The Lord is faithful to establish you, and keep you from evil.
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But here we may take them joyntly: For at Ephesus were many Ministers, Acts 20.17. Ministers and private Christians are all Brethren in Christ, Gal. 3.28. Paul, though not inferiour to the chief of the Apostles, is not ashamed to own Christians of the lowest form for his Brethren.
But Here we may take them jointly: For At Ephesus were many Ministers, Acts 20.17. Ministers and private Christians Are all Brothers in christ, Gal. 3.28. Paul, though not inferior to the chief of the Apostles, is not ashamed to own Christians of the lowest from for his Brothers.
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Philem. 16. he calls Onesimus a servant, a brother, beloved. Faith, by which Believers are united to Christ, is a like precious in the highest Apostle,
Philemon 16. he calls Onesimus a servant, a brother, Beloved. Faith, by which Believers Are united to christ, is a like precious in the highest Apostle,
Nay Christ himself disdains not to call his poorest members Brethren, Heb. 2.11. 3. From whom he desires these Graces, from God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ;
Nay christ himself disdains not to call his Poorest members Brothers, Hebrew 2.11. 3. From whom he Desires these Graces, from God the Father, and the Lord jesus christ;
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and Jesus Christ, as the second cause, as he is Mediator between God and man, by and through whom the Father is wont to dispense to us all things necessary to Salvation, all things pertaining to life and godliness.
and jesus christ, as the second cause, as he is Mediator between God and man, by and through whom the Father is wont to dispense to us all things necessary to Salvation, all things pertaining to life and godliness.
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As all the plenty of Egypt passed through the hands of Joseph, Gen. 41.55. Go to Joseph, what he saith to you, do, said Pharoah to the People when they cryed to him for corn.
As all the plenty of Egypt passed through the hands of Joseph, Gen. 41.55. Go to Joseph, what he Says to you, do, said Pharaoh to the People when they cried to him for corn.
The Text is a reduplication of this Votum Apostolicum, for so some reade it, Gratia, inquam, adsit omnibus, &c. In words it is more contracted, but in sense more comprehensive than the former verse;
The Text is a reduplication of this Votum Apostolicum, for so Some read it, Gratia, inquam, Adsit omnibus, etc. In words it is more contracted, but in sense more comprehensive than the former verse;
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having mentioned already Peace, Love and Faith, which are excellent graces, yet are they not all Grace; therefore he adds Grace, that he may take his leave of these his beloved Brethren, in the same manner as he resolved to come to others, Rom. 15.29. — In the fulness of the blessing of the Gospel of Christ.
having mentioned already Peace, Love and Faith, which Are excellent graces, yet Are they not all Grace; Therefore he adds Grace, that he may take his leave of these his Beloved Brothers, in the same manner as he resolved to come to Others, Rom. 15.29. — In the fullness of the blessing of the Gospel of christ.
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But the Apostle willing to give them a brief Epitome of his large heart, and good wishes for them, doth it in this one word, Grace, as not knowing any b•t•er thing for them.
But the Apostle willing to give them a brief Epitome of his large heart, and good wishes for them, does it in this one word, Grace, as not knowing any b•t•er thing for them.
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Doct. 1. Jesus Christ is our Lord. He is Lord of all, A•ts 10.36. but especially he is Lord of his Church, which is his house, Heb. 3.6. 1. He built the house;
Doct. 1. jesus christ is our Lord. He is Lord of all, A•ts 10.36. but especially he is Lord of his Church, which is his house, Hebrew 3.6. 1. He built the house;
it is He that made us, not we our selves. 2. He hath moreover bought us, Acts 20.28. the Church which he hath purchased with his own blood. 3. Him hath God the Father exalted to be a Prince, &c. Acts 5.31. and Phil. 2.9.
it is He that made us, not we our selves. 2. He hath moreover bought us, Acts 20.28. the Church which he hath purchased with his own blood. 3. Him hath God the Father exalted to be a Prince, etc. Acts 5.31. and Philip 2.9.
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Let Ministers, who are Stewards over the House of God, be wise and faithful, to preach no other Doctrine, administer no other Sacraments, exercise no other Discipline, introduce no other Rites into Divine Worship than what they have good warrant for from the Lord Jesus Christ,
Let Ministers, who Are Stewards over the House of God, be wise and faithful, to preach no other Doctrine, administer no other Sacraments, exercise no other Discipline, introduce no other Rites into Divine Worship than what they have good warrant for from the Lord jesus christ,
Ubi notandum est hoc Apostolicum votum non in sceleratis hypocritis, sed in sinceris tantum Christi Discipulis, qui viz. Christum incorrupto animo diligunt, locum habere. Vorstius. More particularly.
Ubi notandum est hoc Apostolicum Votum non in sceleratis Hypocrites, said in sinceris Tantum Christ Discipulis, qui viz. Christ incorrupto animo Love, locum habere. Vorstius. More particularly.
To love Christ in sincerity, is the act or affection of a gracious heart, whereby, knowing the excellency and worth of Christ, he desires union with him, preferreth him, communion with him,
To love christ in sincerity, is the act or affection of a gracious heart, whereby, knowing the excellency and worth of christ, he Desires Union with him, preferreth him, communion with him,
The Church describing at large the Excellencies of Christ, whom her soul loveth, concludes, ver. 16. He is NONLATINALPHABET, altogether lovely, or desirable.
The Church describing At large the Excellencies of christ, whom her soul loves, concludes, ver. 16. He is, altogether lovely, or desirable.
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A man desires to be near his Friend in whom he delighteth, loveth his company, converseth with him. Cant. 2.3. I sate down under his shadow with great delight. Psal. 86.11. Unite my heart. David desired to dwell in the House of God for ever, because he loved him, Psal. 23. ult. The wise Merchant buyeth, gets into his possession the Pearl which he prized, Matth. 13.46. 3. Hence followeth an high esteem of Christ, so as he preferreth him to all other things whatsoever.
A man Desires to be near his Friend in whom he delights, loves his company, Converseth with him. Cant 2.3. I sat down under his shadow with great delight. Psalm 86.11. Unite my heart. David desired to dwell in the House of God for ever, Because he loved him, Psalm 23. ult. The wise Merchant buyeth, gets into his possession the Pearl which he prized, Matthew 13.46. 3. Hence follows an high esteem of christ, so as he preferreth him to all other things whatsoever.
4. Lastly, The loving soul is most obedient. 2 Cor. 5.14. The love of Christ constraineth him so, as he thinketh nothing too hard to do or suffer, nothing too dear to part with for Christs sake. Amanti nihil durum.
4. Lastly, The loving soul is most obedient. 2 Cor. 5.14. The love of christ constrains him so, as he Thinketh nothing too hard to do or suffer, nothing too dear to part with for Christ sake. Amanti nihil durum.
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1. It is to love him with the whole heart, according to the utmost extent of that phrase, Mat. 22.37. Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy soul, &c. Isa. 26.8. The desire of our soul is unto thee.
1. It is to love him with the Whole heart, according to the utmost extent of that phrase, Mathew 22.37. Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy soul, etc. Isaiah 26.8. The desire of our soul is unto thee.
This is to love without dissimulation, Rom. 12.9. To love, not in word and in tongue, but in deed and in truth. 1 John 3.18. Where love is sincere, there is idem velle & nolle, as if two hearts were in one body.
This is to love without dissimulation, Rom. 12.9. To love, not in word and in tongue, but in deed and in truth. 1 John 3.18. Where love is sincere, there is idem velle & nolle, as if two hearts were in one body.
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2. It is to love him more than all other things, to love him with a transcendant love. John 21.15. Lovest thou me more than these? NONLATINALPHABET, more than these Nets, Gain, Profits, Pleasures, Credit, or Life it self? or more than these persons thy fellow - Disciples? Luke 14.26.
2. It is to love him more than all other things, to love him with a Transcendent love. John 21.15. Lovest thou me more than these?, more than these Nets, Gain, Profits, Pleasures, Credit, or Life it self? or more than these Persons thy fellow - Disciples? Luke 14.26.
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Abraham forsook his Country and his Father's house, in obedience to God's Call. Acts 19.19. Those Converts forsook their Gain and their gainful Trades, for Christ and the Gospel.
Abraham forsook his Country and his Father's house, in Obedience to God's Call. Acts 19.19. Those Converts forsook their Gain and their gainful Trades, for christ and the Gospel.
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Christ in all his Offices, to love him as our Prophet, to submit to his instruction, Acts, 3.23. every soul that will not hear that Prophot, shall be destroyed from amongst the People:
christ in all his Offices, to love him as our Prophet, to submit to his instruction, Acts, 3.23. every soul that will not hear that Prophot, shall be destroyed from among the People:
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It is to love him as our King, to submit to his Goverment, to be ruled by his Laws, to live according to his Gospel, to suffer no other Lord besides him, to have Dominion over us. Luke 19.27:
It is to love him as our King, to submit to his Government, to be ruled by his Laws, to live according to his Gospel, to suffer no other Lord beside him, to have Dominion over us. Luke 19.27:
Those mine enemies which would not that I should Reign over them, &c. It is to love him as our Sanctification, to be as willing to save 〈 ◊ 〉 from our sins,
Those mine enemies which would not that I should Reign over them, etc. It is to love him as our Sanctification, to be as willing to save 〈 ◊ 〉 from our Sins,
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as from Hell. 1 Cor. 1.30. Christ is made of God to us, Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification, &c. 4. To love him for himself, and not only for his benefits.
as from Hell. 1 Cor. 1.30. christ is made of God to us, Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification, etc. 4. To love him for himself, and not only for his benefits.
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and the good Women, who loved him in disgrace, in his poverty, that ministred to him of their substance, Luke 8.3. who followed him naked, stripped, condemned, hanging on the Cross, Luke 22.33. Lord I am ready to go with thee into prison, to death.
and the good Women, who loved him in disgrace, in his poverty, that ministered to him of their substance, Lycia 8.3. who followed him naked, stripped, condemned, hanging on the Cross, Lycia 22.33. Lord I am ready to go with thee into prison, to death.
That is, Amor concupiscentiae. Love of our selves, when we love him only fo• gaine, for what he brings along with him, as the People, John 6.26. who followed him for the loaves, who would needs have made him King when he fed so many thousands with a few loavs;
That is, Amor concupiscentiae. Love of our selves, when we love him only fo• gain, for what he brings along with him, as the People, John 6.26. who followed him for the loaves, who would needs have made him King when he fed so many thousands with a few loavs;
they thought him a fit man to victual a camp, to maintain an Army with light charge, to deliver them from their subjection to the Romane Empire. This is not sincere love, such love is not lasting;
they Thought him a fit man to victual a camp, to maintain an Army with Light charge, to deliver them from their subjection to the Roman Empire. This is not sincere love, such love is not lasting;
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It either is so indeed, or it appears so to us. Jon••han upon this account loved David for his Vertue, his Valour. Prov. 24.26. Every man shall kiss his lips that giveth a right answer.
It either is so indeed, or it appears so to us. Jon••han upon this account loved David for his Virtue, his Valour. Curae 24.26. Every man shall kiss his lips that gives a right answer.
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Therefore Saints love the Lord Jesus Christ, for he is good, goodness it self, Psal. 45.2. Grace is poured into thy lips, Cant. 1.3. Therefore do the Virgins love thee.
Therefore Saints love the Lord jesus christ, for he is good, Goodness it self, Psalm 45.2. Grace is poured into thy lips, Cant 1.3. Therefore do the Virgins love thee.
The Glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of Grace and Truth, John 1.14. 3. Similitude, likeness of nature and manners procureth love, except it be by accident, as a proud person hateth one that is as proud as himself:
The Glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of Grace and Truth, John 1.14. 3. Similitude, likeness of nature and manners procureth love, except it be by accident, as a proud person hates one that is as proud as himself:
and so doth one of the same calling, envy another of the same profession, Non in quantum est similis sed in quantum est proprii boni impeditivus, as Aquinas gives the reason.
and so does one of the same calling, envy Another of the same profession, Non in quantum est Similis sed in quantum est proprii boni impeditivus, as Aquinas gives the reason.
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and became like to us in all things, save sin, Heb 2.16. For verily he took not on him the nature of Angels, but he took on him the seed of Abraham.
and became like to us in all things, save since, Hebrew 2.16. For verily he took not on him the nature of Angels, but he took on him the seed of Abraham.
Noah by falling into sin, fell into shame, and lay uncovered in his tent, to the derision of his ungracious son Ham: Sem and Japhet, his better-natured sons, took a garment and [ for grief ] went backward, not enduring to look upon their Fathers nakedness. Our First Parents by disobedience exposed themselves to shame and derision,
Noah by falling into since, fell into shame, and lay uncovered in his tent, to the derision of his ungracious son Ham: Sem and Japheth, his better-natured Sons, took a garment and [ for grief ] went backward, not enduring to look upon their Father's nakedness. Our First Parents by disobedience exposed themselves to shame and derision,
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The good Angels, though as friends they might commiserate lost man, yet were they not able to recover for him his forfeited inheritance, Gods Favour and Eternal Happiness;
The good Angels, though as Friends they might commiserate lost man, yet were they not able to recover for him his forfeited inheritance, God's Favour and Eternal Happiness;
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Magnes amori• amor, Love b•getteth love. We love him because he loved us first, 1 John 4.10. Lord, he is worthy, Luke 7.5. much more is Christ worthy, For he loveth our Nation. Gal. 2.20. Who loved me, and gave himself for me.
Magnes amori• amor, Love b•getteth love. We love him Because he loved us First, 1 John 4.10. Lord, he is worthy, Lycia 7.5. much more is christ worthy, For he loves our nation. Gal. 2.20. Who loved me, and gave himself for me.
The tongue of men and Angels is not able to set forth the height and length, depth and breadth, of the Love of God in Christ. God so loved the World, &c. Rev. 1.5.
The tongue of men and Angels is not able to Set forth the height and length, depth and breadth, of the Love of God in christ. God so loved the World, etc. Rev. 1.5.
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the superstitious persons, who cringe and make low courtesie at the rehearsing of the syllables of the Name [ Jesus; ] yet, do they not blaspheme that worthy Name by their unchristian practices? Do they not take his Name in vain whilst they seem to shew reverence to his Name? Did the Jews honour Abraham really, to whose memory they pretended much respect? We have Abraham to our Father, say they, we be Abrahams Seed, Joh. 8.33. To whom our Saviour answers, ver. 39. If ye were A••ahams Children, ye would do the Works of Abraham.
the superstitious Persons, who cringe and make low courtesy At the rehearsing of the syllables of the Name [ jesus; ] yet, do they not Blaspheme that worthy Name by their unchristian practices? Do they not take his Name in vain while they seem to show Reverence to his Name? Did the jews honour Abraham really, to whose memory they pretended much respect? We have Abraham to our Father, say they, we be Abrahams Seed, John 8.33. To whom our Saviour answers, ver. 39. If you were A••ahams Children, you would do the Works of Abraham.
How canst thou say, I love thee, when thy heart is not with me? said Dalil•h to Sampson. Psal. 78.36. They did flatter with their mouths, and lyed unto him with their tongues.
How Canst thou say, I love thee, when thy heart is not with me? said Dalil•h to Sampson. Psalm 78.36. They did flatter with their mouths, and lied unto him with their tongues.
2. There are that love Christ, but not with a transcendent Love; they love Him a little, but the world much more; 2 Tim. 3.4. Lovers of Pleasures more than lovers of God. Joh. 12.43. They loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.
2. There Are that love christ, but not with a transcendent Love; they love Him a little, but the world much more; 2 Tim. 3.4. Lovers of Pleasures more than lovers of God. John 12.43. They loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.
Can that man be said to love his wife with a conjugal Love, that loveth another woman above her? Can those be said to love Christ sincerely, that love themselves or their lusts,
Can that man be said to love his wife with a conjugal Love, that loves Another woman above her? Can those be said to love christ sincerely, that love themselves or their Lustiest,
and prefer them before Christs Commands, that make provision for the flesh to fulfill its lusts? contrary to Rom. 13. ult. Do they love Christ or filthy lucre, who laugh in their sleeves,
and prefer them before Christ Commands, that make provision for the Flesh to fulfil its Lustiest? contrary to Rom. 13. ult. Do they love christ or filthy lucre, who laugh in their sleeves,
and applaud themselves in their covetous practices, whilst the Minister is preaching against his covetousness. Luke 16.14. The Pharisees, who were covetous, heard these things, and they derided him.
and applaud themselves in their covetous practices, while the Minister is preaching against his covetousness. Luke 16.14. The Pharisees, who were covetous, herd these things, and they derided him.
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when they shall hear from the mouth of Him, the Judge, Depart, &c. for I was hungry, and ye fed me not, &c. 3. There are Christians that love Christ as a Saviour, but not as a Prophet;
when they shall hear from the Mouth of Him, the Judge, Depart, etc. for I was hungry, and you fed me not, etc. 3. There Are Christians that love christ as a Saviour, but not as a Prophet;
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Do these love him in sincerity? 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ divided? Did the Harlot love the Child with the love of a Mother, who would have had it divided? Solomon was wise enough to discern she was not the true Mother, that had not the bowels of a mother.
Do these love him in sincerity? 〈 ◊ 〉 christ divided? Did the Harlot love the Child with the love of a Mother, who would have had it divided? Solomon was wise enough to discern she was not the true Mother, that had not the bowels of a mother.
And the Lord Christ, who is greater than Solomon, whose eyes are as a flame of fire, Rev. 1.18. Who tryeth the reins and heart, will easily perceive that man is no lover of Christ in deed and truth, whatever he may affirm in word and tongue, who divideth between Salvation and Sanctification, who opposeth one of Christ's Offices to another;
And the Lord christ, who is greater than Solomon, whose eyes Are as a flame of fire, Rev. 1.18. Who trieth the reins and heart, will Easily perceive that man is no lover of christ in deed and truth, whatever he may affirm in word and tongue, who divides between Salvation and Sanctification, who Opposeth one of Christ's Offices to Another;
he came not only to suffer and dye for our sins, but to rule over us, to take upon him the Government of his Church, Isa. 9.6. He shall reign over the House of Jacob for ever, Luke 1.33. The Gospel is his Royal Law, Jam. 2.8. which he establisheth in his Kingdom, and to which he expecteth a conformity in all his Subjects.
he Come not only to suffer and die for our Sins, but to Rule over us, to take upon him the Government of his Church, Isaiah 9.6. He shall Reign over the House of Jacob for ever, Lycia 1.33. The Gospel is his Royal Law, Jam. 2.8. which he Establisheth in his Kingdom, and to which he Expects a conformity in all his Subject's.
Some follow him in hope of gain, as Judas, Demas, like those mungrel people that went along with Israel out of Egypt, Exod. 12.38. which were the first that fainted, and set them on murmuring and lusting, Numb. 11.4. Some followed Christ for the Miracles they saw him work, and professed to believe, John 2.24. but he did not commit himself to them, because he knew their hearts were not right with him. Some followed him, Joh. 6.66. but took offence at his Doctrine, and so went away.
some follow him in hope of gain, as Judas, Demas, like those mongrel people that went along with Israel out of Egypt, Exod 12.38. which were the First that fainted, and Set them on murmuring and lusting, Numb. 11.4. some followed christ for the Miracles they saw him work, and professed to believe, John 2.24. but he did not commit himself to them, Because he knew their hearts were not right with him. some followed him, John 6.66. but took offence At his Doctrine, and so went away.
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Let every one prove his own work, so shall he have rejoycing in himself, &c. 1. Christ will not take good words, a fair prof•ssion of friendship for sincere Love. He tryeth reins and heart. Rev. 2.23. His eyes behold, his eye-lids try the Children of men.
Let every one prove his own work, so shall he have rejoicing in himself, etc. 1. christ will not take good words, a fair prof•ssion of friendship for sincere Love. He trieth reins and heart. Rev. 2.23. His eyes behold, his eyelids try the Children of men.
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Lord when saw we thee an hungry? &c. Lord we have been in thy Name Baptized, we have worn thy Livery, we have heard many a Sermon, we have been oft feasted at thy Table, as Luke 13.27. yet the answer is sad, I tell you I know not whence you are, depart from me, &c. Had these loved the Lord with an unfeigned Love, they had not received so harsh a doom, which they might easily have understood, had they in time taken a tryal of their Love.
Lord when saw we thee an hungry? etc. Lord we have been in thy Name Baptised, we have worn thy Livery, we have herd many a Sermon, we have been oft feasted At thy Table, as Lycia 13.27. yet the answer is sad, I tell you I know not whence you Are, depart from me, etc. Had these loved the Lord with an unfeigned Love, they had not received so harsh a doom, which they might Easily have understood, had they in time taken a trial of their Love.
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when our Saviour put to him this question, Lovest thou me more then these? he being taught more modesty by the woful experience of his false heart, answers not to the degree of love,
when our Saviour put to him this question, Lovest thou me more then these? he being taught more modesty by the woeful experience of his false heart, answers not to the degree of love,
Do we from our hearts detest the mention of Annas, Caiaphas, Judas and that rabble which conspired the death of the Lord of life? In like manner did those Jews abhor the memory of Korah, Dathan, Abiram and the rest of those that rebelled against Moses. Do our spirits rise in indignation against them that stoned Stephen, persecuted the Apostles, forbiding them to Preach to the Gentiles that they might be saved, 1 Thes. 2.16.
Do we from our hearts detest the mention of Annas, Caiaphas, Judas and that rabble which conspired the death of the Lord of life? In like manner did those jews abhor the memory of Korah, Dathan, Abiram and the rest of those that rebelled against Moses. Do our spirits rise in Indignation against them that stoned Stephen, persecuted the Apostles, forbidding them to Preach to the Gentiles that they might be saved, 1 Thebes 2.16.
though their own Princes, who slew the Lord's Prophets, Matt. 23.30. If we had been in the dayes of our Fathers, &c. The name of Abraham they had in high esteem, he being the prime person of their Progenitors, with whom God Almighty made that glorious Covenant, wherein they had the priviledges of the First-Born.
though their own Princes, who slew the Lord's prophets, Matt. 23.30. If we had been in the days of our Father's, etc. The name of Abraham they had in high esteem, he being the prime person of their Progenitors, with whom God Almighty made that glorious Covenant, wherein they had the privileges of the Firstborn.
The memory of Moses was amongst them very precious, with whom God was pleased to talk face to face, who received the lively Oracles to give unto them, Acts 7.38.
The memory of Moses was among them very precious, with whom God was pleased to talk face to face, who received the lively Oracles to give unto them, Acts 7.38.
when he should be revealed, would as much have moved his choler, as to tell some forward professor amongst us, he would betray his Lord, were he now on the earth,
when he should be revealed, would as much have moved his choler, as to tell Some forward professor among us, he would betray his Lord, were he now on the earth,
yet these men brake first in their love to Abraham, so our Saviour telleth them, John 8.39. then in their fidelity to Moses, John 5.45, 46. and the Prophets, Matt. 23.35.
yet these men brake First in their love to Abraham, so our Saviour Telleth them, John 8.39. then in their Fidis to Moses, John 5.45, 46. and the prophets, Matt. 23.35.
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Let not then Hypocrisie deceive us, by suggesting these or the like suppositions (they are the words of Dr. Jackson ) if we should be urged by the Turk or Jew to deny him, we would sooner dy the death he did,
Let not then Hypocrisy deceive us, by suggesting these or the like suppositions (they Are the words of Dr. Jackson) if we should be urged by the Turk or Jew to deny him, we would sooner die the death he did,
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then do it, or were he present in person to exhort us to such duties as his Messengers enjoyn us, we should sure be as forward as any man living to do them;
then do it, or were he present in person to exhort us to such duties as his Messengers enjoin us, we should sure be as forward as any man living to do them;
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and weigh it in the ballance of the Sanctuary. Notes of sincere love to Christ. 1. The first shall be that which you have in, Psal. 97.10. Ye that love the Lord, hate evil.
and weigh it in the balance of the Sanctuary. Notes of sincere love to christ. 1. The First shall be that which you have in, Psalm 97.10. You that love the Lord, hate evil.
God will be a Friend to Abrahams friends, an Enemy to his enemies. Who love Christ unfeignedly hate sin which he hateth, Rev. 2.6. Sin is evil, the greatest of evils, The work of the Devil, which Christ came into the world purposely to destroy, 1 John, 3.8.
God will be a Friend to Abrahams Friends, an Enemy to his enemies. Who love christ unfeignedly hate since which he hates, Rev. 2.6. since is evil, the greatest of evils, The work of the devil, which christ Come into the world purposely to destroy, 1 John, 3.8.
If thou love a false oath, Zech. 8.17. If thou love flaggons of wine, Hos. 3.1. If thou delightest in scorning, Prov. 1.22. if thou make a mock at sin, Prov. 14.9.
If thou love a false oath, Zechariah 8.17. If thou love flaggons of wine, Hos. 3.1. If thou delightest in scorning, Curae 1.22. if thou make a mock At since, Curae 14.9.
Saints love Communion with Christ, love to be where he is, The Lord loveth the gates of Zion, his People love the threshold of the Sanctuary, Psal. 120.14. Thy servants take pleasure in her stones, they favour the dust thereof, Psal. 26.8. Lord I have loved the habitation of thy House, and the place where thy Honour dwelleth. Psal. 122.1. I was glad when they said, Let us go up to the House of the Lord.
Saints love Communion with christ, love to be where he is, The Lord loves the gates of Zion, his People love the threshold of the Sanctuary, Psalm 120.14. Thy Servants take pleasure in her stones, they favour the dust thereof, Psalm 26.8. Lord I have loved the habitation of thy House, and the place where thy Honour dwells. Psalm 122.1. I was glad when they said, Let us go up to the House of the Lord.
As their voice is sweet to him in prayer, Cant. 2.14. So his voice in his Word is sweet to them, Psal. 119.103. How sweet are thy words unto my tast? Yea sweeter then honey to my mouth, vers. 72. The Law of thy mouth is dearer to me then thousands of Gold and Silver.
As their voice is sweet to him in prayer, Cant 2.14. So his voice in his Word is sweet to them, Psalm 119.103. How sweet Are thy words unto my taste? Yea Sweeten then honey to my Mouth, vers. 72. The Law of thy Mouth is Dearer to me then thousands of Gold and Silver.
Because they are the servants of Christ, and shew us the way of savation, therefore we have them in reputation, Phil. 2.29. Because they are over us in the Lord, and admonish us, therfore we esteem them highly in love for their works sake, 1 Thes. 5.13.
Because they Are the Servants of christ, and show us the Way of savation, Therefore we have them in reputation, Philip 2.29. Because they Are over us in the Lord, and admonish us, Therefore we esteem them highly in love for their works sake, 1 Thebes 5.13.
or, if we neglect to examine our hearts and consciences at their request or instance, it is a sure token our perswasions of Faith and love unto him are but fancies, that we are still in the gall of bitterness, enemies as cruel to him as these Jews were, &c. Dr. Jackson.
or, if we neglect to examine our hearts and Consciences At their request or instance, it is a sure token our persuasions of Faith and love unto him Are but fancies, that we Are still in the Gall of bitterness, enemies as cruel to him as these jews were, etc. Dr. Jackson.
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4. His Day, the Lords Day. Rev. 1.10. is to all sincere lovers of Christ a joyful Day, a Day of delight, Isa. 58.13. On this Day Christ appeared to his Disciples after his Resurrection;
4. His Day, the lords Day. Rev. 1.10. is to all sincere lovers of christ a joyful Day, a Day of delight, Isaiah 58.13. On this Day christ appeared to his Disciples After his Resurrection;
upon this Day he still appeareth to his People, making neer approaches to their souls, in his blessed Ordinances, teaching them, inlightning them, comforting their hearts,
upon this Day he still appears to his People, making near Approaches to their Souls, in his blessed Ordinances, teaching them, enlightening them, comforting their hearts,
6. The Lord's People, his faithful Members, are they thy friends, thy companions, of thy intimate society? dost thou prefer them to others, Psal. 16.3. as the only excellent ones, 119.63. I am companion to all that fear thee;
6. The Lord's People, his faithful Members, Are they thy Friends, thy Sodales, of thy intimate society? dost thou prefer them to Others, Psalm 16.3. as the only excellent ones, 119.63. I am Companion to all that Fear thee;
to all, even to poor Saints as well as rich, despised as well as honourable; dost thou relieve them in want, succour them in misery, visit them if in Prison,
to all, even to poor Saints as well as rich, despised as well as honourable; dost thou relieve them in want, succour them in misery, visit them if in Prison,
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and all ungodly enemies of Christ, yet is it a day much to be desired by all that love the Lord, who may rejoyce and lift up their heads in joyful hope of this Dayes approach, their Redemption draweth nigh;
and all ungodly enemies of christ, yet is it a day much to be desired by all that love the Lord, who may rejoice and lift up their Heads in joyful hope of this Days approach, their Redemption draws High;
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now shall the Elect receive the end of their Faith, and Hope, and Prayers, and Tears, and Sufferings. 2 Tim. 4.8. It is made a character of the righteous, that they love the appearing of Jesus Christ, Heb. 5. ult. Unto them that look for him: Tit. 2.13. Looking for, &c. Not only looking for, but hasting to the coming of the Day of God, 2 Pet. 3.12. 3d. Note is in Christ's own words, John 14.15. If ye love me, keep my Commandments, all, one as well as another, hard as well as easie. John 15.14. Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.
now shall the Elect receive the end of their Faith, and Hope, and Prayers, and Tears, and Sufferings. 2 Tim. 4.8. It is made a character of the righteous, that they love the appearing of jesus christ, Hebrew 5. ult. Unto them that look for him: Tit. 2.13. Looking for, etc. Not only looking for, but hasting to the coming of the Day of God, 2 Pet. 3.12. 3d. Note is in Christ's own words, John 14.15. If you love me, keep my commandments, all, one as well as Another, hard as well as easy. John 15.14. You Are my Friends, if you do whatsoever I command you.
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The Apostles went away rejoycing they were counted worthy to suffer shame for the Name of Christ. If we dare not adventure to suffer the spoyling of our Goods, dare not hazard the frown or displeasure of a Landlord, dare not suffer the loss of Name or Reputation for Christ and his Gospel;
The Apostles went away rejoicing they were counted worthy to suffer shame for the Name of christ. If we Dare not adventure to suffer the spoiling of our Goods, Dare not hazard the frown or displeasure of a Landlord, Dare not suffer the loss of Name or Reputation for christ and his Gospel;
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5. Who love the Lord in sincerity, will not easily part with Him, his Comforts, his Graces, his Presence and Power of his Ordinances. Exod. 21.5. The servant that loved his master, and the family, would not go out free;
5. Who love the Lord in sincerity, will not Easily part with Him, his Comforts, his Graces, his Presence and Power of his Ordinances. Exod 21.5. The servant that loved his master, and the family, would not go out free;
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David in the Wilderness how he longed after God! Psal. 63.1. With sorrow and weeping tears the Disciples take their leave of St. Paul, Acts 20. ult. when they were to see his face no more.
David in the Wilderness how he longed After God! Psalm 63.1. With sorrow and weeping tears the Disciples take their leave of Saint Paul, Acts 20. ult. when they were to see his face no more.
Those people that with those Jews, Acts 13.50. expel Ministers out of their coasts, or with them, Luke 4.29. thrust Christ out of their City, or with the more mannerly Gadarens, who besought him to depart from them;
Those people that with those jews, Acts 13.50. expel Ministers out of their coasts, or with them, Lycia 4.29. thrust christ out of their city, or with the more mannerly Gadarenes, who besought him to depart from them;
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do give a plain demonstration how little love they have to Jesus Christ; it is evident they prefer their Swine, their Gain, their Money, to Jesus Christ.
do give a plain demonstration how little love they have to jesus christ; it is evident they prefer their Swine, their Gain, their Money, to jesus christ.
What bonefires of joy may such Christians make in their hearts, in the saddest times, and darkest night of affliction? Psal. 112.4. To the upright ariseth light in darkness.
What bonfires of joy may such Christians make in their hearts, in the Saddest times, and Darkest night of affliction? Psalm 112.4. To the upright arises Light in darkness.
But here, being to take his leave of his People, wisheth for them saving Grace; such as Faith, Remission of sins, Fellowship with all Saints in the general Resurrection. So Haimo, in locum.
But Here, being to take his leave of his People, wishes for them Saving Grace; such as Faith, Remission of Sins, Fellowship with all Saints in the general Resurrection. So Haimo, in locum.
His first salutation in the entrance, is, Grace be unto you, and Peace, to which he sometimes addeth Mercy. Grace to renew our nature, Peace of conscience, Mercy for pardon of sin.
His First salutation in the Entrance, is, Grace be unto you, and Peace, to which he sometime adds Mercy. Grace to renew our nature, Peace of conscience, Mercy for pardon of since.
Such was Christ's valedictory Prayer for his Apostles, John 17. for Grace to be kept from the evil of sin, ver. 15. for Sanctification, ver. 17. for Unity, &c. Prov. 3.13, 15. and 4.7. Wisdom, i.e. Wisdom to Salvation. Grace is the principal thing. Reasons of the Point.
Such was Christ's valedictory Prayer for his Apostles, John 17. for Grace to be kept from the evil of since, ver. 15. for Sanctification, ver. 17. for Unity, etc. Curae 3.13, 15. and 4.7. Wisdom, i.e. Wisdom to Salvation. Grace is the principal thing. Reasons of the Point.
Grace helps to serve God acceptably, Heb. 12.28. Grace teacheth to deny ungodliness, and worldly lusts, and to live godly, &c. Tit. 2.11. (2.) Reason teacheth to live as men, Grace as Christians;
Grace helps to serve God acceptably, Hebrew 12.28. Grace Teaches to deny ungodliness, and worldly Lustiest, and to live godly, etc. Tit. 2.11. (2.) Reason Teaches to live as men, Grace as Christians;
Sin is the plague, destruction of the soul, 1 Kings 8.38. Grace healeth, sanctifieth, saveth the soul. Sin infecteth every part, faculty: Grace sanctifieth all.
since is the plague, destruction of the soul, 1 Kings 8.38. Grace heals, Sanctifieth, Saveth the soul. since Infecteth every part, faculty: Grace Sanctifieth all.
Grace enlightens the eyes, softens the heart, cleanseth, beautifieth, purifieth, maketh lovely what Sin had made odious. Eph. 2.5. By Grace ye are saved.
Grace enlightens the eyes, softens the heart, Cleanseth, beautifieth, Purifieth, makes lovely what since had made odious. Ephesians 2.5. By Grace you Are saved.
the hand helps, relieveth, the tongue speaks to comfort, edification; no corrupt communication is heard, but gracious words from gracious hearts, Col. 4.6. Paul wrought upon by Grace, preacheth the Faith he once destroyed, Gal. 1.23.
the hand helps, relieves, the tongue speaks to Comfort, edification; no corrupt communication is herd, but gracious words from gracious hearts, Col. 4.6. Paul wrought upon by Grace, Preacheth the Faith he once destroyed, Gal. 1.23.
Onesimus, before Grace received, was unprofitable, but now by Grace converted, is become profitable, as his name imports, Philem. 10. 4. The Excellency of Grace appears hence;
Onesimus, before Grace received, was unprofitable, but now by Grace converted, is become profitable, as his name imports, Philemon 10. 4. The Excellency of Grace appears hence;
that his services and sacrifices may come with acceptance before God, Mal. 3.4. Parts, gifts commend us to men only, Grace giveth us favour, approbation with God.
that his services and Sacrifices may come with acceptance before God, Malachi 3.4. Parts, Gifts commend us to men only, Grace gives us favour, approbation with God.
And this is the other branch of the Schools distinction, Gratiae gratum facientes, which they prefer to Gratiae gratis d•lu•ta It is the prayer of the upright heart, not of the volu•ble tongue, that is God's delight, Prov. 15.8. The Lord is nigh to all that call upon him, that call upon him in truth, Psal. 145.18. But the sacrifice of the wicked is abomination to God, Prov. 15.8.
And this is the other branch of the Schools distinction, Gratiae gratum Facientes, which they prefer to Gratiae gratis d•lu•ta It is the prayer of the upright heart, not of the volu•ble tongue, that is God's delight, Curae 15.8. The Lord is High to all that call upon him, that call upon him in truth, Psalm 145.18. But the sacrifice of the wicked is abomination to God, Curae 15.8.
nor doth the Crown endure to all generations, Prov. 27.24. Pleasures of sin are but for a season, Heb. 11.25. Carnal mirth is soon at an end, like the crackling of thorns, Eccl. 7.6.
nor does the Crown endure to all generations, Curae 27.24. Pleasures of since Are but for a season, Hebrew 11.25. Carnal mirth is soon At an end, like the crackling of thorns, Ecclesiastes 7.6.
But Grace abideth. 1 Cor. 13.13. And now abideth Faith, Hope, Charity. 1 Joh. 2.17. The world passeth away and the lust thereof, but he that doth the will of God abideth for ever.
But Grace Abideth. 1 Cor. 13.13. And now Abideth Faith, Hope, Charity. 1 John 2.17. The world passes away and the lust thereof, but he that does the will of God Abideth for ever.
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O Death, where is thy sting? Death is welcome to a gracious person, as a messenger sent to conduct him to his Father's house, to his own Country, to his best Friends, to Jesus Christ whom his soul loveth.
Oh Death, where is thy sting? Death is welcome to a gracious person, as a Messenger sent to conduct him to his Father's house, to his own Country, to his best Friends, to jesus christ whom his soul loves.
Grace will cloath the soul with Jesus Christ, his Robes, his Righteousness. Blessed is he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments, Rev. 16.15. 1. Use of Instruction.
Grace will cloth the soul with jesus christ, his Robes, his Righteousness. Blessed is he that watches, and Keepeth his garments, Rev. 16.15. 1. Use of Instruction.
1. Take notice what a Blessing it is to enjoy the means of Grace, to live in a valley of Vision, to sit under a powerful Ministry, to have the benefit of good Education, religious Parents, their Instruction and holy Example, to have Bibles, Catechisms, Sabbath-dayes,
1. Take notice what a Blessing it is to enjoy the means of Grace, to live in a valley of Vision, to fit under a powerful Ministry, to have the benefit of good Education, religious Parents, their Instruction and holy Exampl, to have Bibles, Catechisms, Sabbath-days,
that time is best spent which is spent for Grace. With all thy getting, get Understanding, Prov. 4.7. saith Solomon. And a greater than Solomon hath told us, That Godliness is the best part, Luke 20. ult. Mary hath chosen the good part, &c. Whilest others are laying up riches that perish, treasures that vanish away, clothes that wax old, gold and silver that rust, Christians are storing their hearts with Grace:
that time is best spent which is spent for Grace. With all thy getting, get Understanding, Curae 4.7. Says Solomon. And a greater than Solomon hath told us, That Godliness is the best part, Lycia 20. ult. Mary hath chosen the good part, etc. Whilst Others Are laying up riches that perish, treasures that vanish away, clothes that wax old, gold and silver that rust, Christians Are storing their hearts with Grace:
The best Trade they can teach them, is the fear of the Lord, to keep holy the Lords Day, to flie Vice, to follow after Vertue, to exercise them in Godliness.
The best Trade they can teach them, is the Fear of the Lord, to keep holy the lords Day, to fly Vice, to follow After Virtue, to exercise them in Godliness.
To reprove the too slight esteem men have of the Grace of God, undervaluing a Pearl of such price, trampling under foot a Jewel more worth than the Gold of Ophir. How long, O ye simple worldlings, will ye love simplicity? How long will ye rise early, set up late, eate the bread of carefulness,
To reprove the too slight esteem men have of the Grace of God, undervaluing a Pearl of such price, trampling under foot a Jewel more worth than the Gold of Ophir. How long, Oh you simple worldlings, will you love simplicity? How long will you rise early, Set up late, eat the bred of carefulness,
and in the mean time neglect Saving-Grace? Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not bread? and your labour for that which satisfieth not? Isa. 55.2.
and in the mean time neglect Saving grace? Wherefore do you spend money for that which is not bred? and your labour for that which Satisfieth not? Isaiah 55.2.
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It is chiefly for this, that the Wisdom of God chargeth worldlings with folly, who yet applaud themselves for the only wise men, Luke 12.20, 21. So is he, ( i. e. a fool like the rich man in the Text) that layeth up treasure for himself,
It is chiefly for this, that the Wisdom of God charges worldlings with folly, who yet applaud themselves for the only wise men, Lycia 12.20, 21. So is he, (i. e. a fool like the rich man in the Text) that Layeth up treasure for himself,
Hearken I beseech you, ye despisers and abusers of the Grace of God, be convinced of the worth of that ye so neglect. 1. God himself is stiled, The God of all Grace, 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of Hope, Rom. 15.13. The God of Patience, Rom. 15.5.
Harken I beseech you, you despisers and Abusers of the Grace of God, be convinced of the worth of that you so neglect. 1. God himself is styled, The God of all Grace, 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of Hope, Rom. 15.13. The God of Patience, Rom. 15.5.
2. It is Grace which God reserveth as a portion for his Children, his peculiar People, his best Friends, 2 Cor. 12.9. My Grace is sufficient for thee. James 2.5. Hath not God chosen the poor of this world, rich in Faith? Abraham gave gifts to the Sons of the Concubines;
2. It is Grace which God reserveth as a portion for his Children, his peculiar People, his best Friends, 2 Cor. 12.9. My Grace is sufficient for thee. James 2.5. Hath not God chosen the poor of this world, rich in Faith? Abraham gave Gifts to the Sons of the Concubines;
but the Inheritance he reserved for Isaac. So God gives the Earth to the Children of men, earthly blessings, Psal. 115.16. but Grace and the good things of Heaven, are his Childrens portion.
but the Inheritance he reserved for Isaac. So God gives the Earth to the Children of men, earthly blessings, Psalm 115.16. but Grace and the good things of Heaven, Are his Children's portion.
3. It is Grace which Saints desire, long for, labour for above all things, and are satisfied with. Psal. 4.6. Lord lift up the Light of thy Countenance upon us;
3. It is Grace which Saints desire, long for, labour for above all things, and Are satisfied with. Psalm 4.6. Lord lift up the Light of thy Countenance upon us;
4. Grace is the end of every Ordinance. The Word is called, The Word of Faith, The Word of Grace, Rom. 10.8. Acts 20.32. The Ministry is, The Ministry of Reconciliation, 2 Cor. 5.18. The Gospel is, The Ministration of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 3.8. The Dispensation of the Grace of God, Ephes. 3.2. Prayer is a coming to the Throne of Grace, for this end, That we may find Grace, Heb. 4. ult. The Sacraments in their right use, do seal and confirm Grace, Rom. 4.11. 5. It is Grace which Satan chiefly aimeth to rob Christians of;
4. Grace is the end of every Ordinance. The Word is called, The Word of Faith, The Word of Grace, Rom. 10.8. Acts 20.32. The Ministry is, The Ministry of Reconciliation, 2 Cor. 5.18. The Gospel is, The Ministration of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 3.8. The Dispensation of the Grace of God, Ephesians 3.2. Prayer is a coming to the Throne of Grace, for this end, That we may find Grace, Hebrew 4. ult. The Sacraments in their right use, do seal and confirm Grace, Rom. 4.11. 5. It is Grace which Satan chiefly aimeth to rob Christians of;
is not that better than gold, health, beauty, strength, friends, favour of Great Ones? O be thankful: say as Mat. 11.25. Father I thank thee, &c. the lot is fallen to thee in a goodly place, thou hast a pleasant heritage;
is not that better than gold, health, beauty, strength, Friends, favour of Great Ones? O be thankful: say as Mathew 11.25. Father I thank thee, etc. the lot is fallen to thee in a goodly place, thou hast a pleasant heritage;
thou hast Benjamins Portion, a double Blessing, even the Blessing of the Right hand, the Grace of God which bringeth Salvation. Say as Psal. 116.12. Last Use is of Exhortation.
thou hast Benjamites Portion, a double Blessing, even the Blessing of the Right hand, the Grace of God which brings Salvation. Say as Psalm 116.12. Last Use is of Exhortation.
But Grace's Beauty is internal, so is not discerned but with spiritual eyes. The Kings Daughter is all glorious within, Psal. 45.13. Our Life is hid with Christ in God, Col. 3.3. 1. That which maketh the possessours of it excel, that is truly; excellent.
But Grace's Beauty is internal, so is not discerned but with spiritual eyes. The Kings Daughter is all glorious within, Psalm 45.13. Our Life is hid with christ in God, Col. 3.3. 1. That which makes the possessors of it excel, that is truly; excellent.
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How hardly shall they that have riches, enter into the Kingdom of God! Which in the following verse our Saviour explains thus, How hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the Kingdom of God! implying, It is hard to have riches,
How hardly shall they that have riches, enter into the Kingdom of God! Which in the following verse our Saviour explains thus, How hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the Kingdom of God! implying, It is hard to have riches,
I have enough, saith a gracious soul, now God is reconciled, now Christ is mine, Thy favour is better than life, Psal. 63.3. 4. The benefit, comfort of Grace is eternal, the riches of Grace are durable, Prov. 8.18. Other riches perish, Eccles. 5.14. they accompany their owners but to the grave at furthest, there they leave them:
I have enough, Says a gracious soul, now God is reconciled, now christ is mine, Thy favour is better than life, Psalm 63.3. 4. The benefit, Comfort of Grace is Eternal, the riches of Grace Are durable, Curae 8.18. Other riches perish, Eccles. 5.14. they accompany their owners but to the grave At furthest, there they leave them:
Bread is necessary to this life, Grace is much more to life eternal. Without it the best sacrifices are not accepted, Prov. 21.27. Without it we cannot withstand our enemies. 1 Pet. 5.9. Whom resist stedfast in the Faith.
Bred is necessary to this life, Grace is much more to life Eternal. Without it the best Sacrifices Are not accepted, Curae 21.27. Without it we cannot withstand our enemies. 1 Pet. 5.9. Whom resist steadfast in the Faith.
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yea, moreover, of bonds, and imprisonment, Heb. 11.25, — 35, 36. Without Grace we can neither suffer nor obey the will of God, not go on comfortably in a Christian course. Heb. 11.8. By Faith Abraham obeyed. In a word, without it we cannot be saved. John 13.8. Except I wash thee thou hast no part in me.
yea, moreover, of bonds, and imprisonment, Hebrew 11.25, — 35, 36. Without Grace we can neither suffer nor obey the will of God, not go on comfortably in a Christian course. Hebrew 11.8. By Faith Abraham obeyed. In a word, without it we cannot be saved. John 13.8. Except I wash thee thou hast no part in me.
Whether we take the holy Ghost there, for gifts and spiritual endowments, or the Efficacy of the Spirit accompanying those gifts, in neither sense was the holy Ghost given so plentiously before as after Christ's Ascention on the day of Pentecost, and afterwards; Eph. 4.8. When he ascended on high he gave gifts unto men.
Whither we take the holy Ghost there, for Gifts and spiritual endowments, or the Efficacy of the Spirit accompanying those Gifts, in neither sense was the holy Ghost given so plenteously before as After Christ's Ascension on the day of Pentecost, and afterwards; Ephesians 4.8. When he ascended on high he gave Gifts unto men.
But we cannot possibly set too high a rate on Grace, which we are bidden to covet, follow or pursue, seek, ask, knock for, strive for, 1 Cor. 12. ult. Heb. 12.14. 2. This estimate we shall not set upon Grace, except we be sensible of our want of it.
But we cannot possibly Set too high a rate on Grace, which we Are bidden to covet, follow or pursue, seek, ask, knock for, strive for, 1 Cor. 12. ult. Hebrew 12.14. 2. This estimate we shall not Set upon Grace, except we be sensible of our want of it.
and so for them, they that are poor may be poor still: Semper eris pauper si, &c. God giveth Grace where most need is, He feedeth the hungry, he inviteth the poor, Isa. 55.1. Ho, every one that thirsteth.
and so for them, they that Are poor may be poor still: Semper eris pauper si, etc. God gives Grace where most need is, He feeds the hungry, he Inviteth the poor, Isaiah 55.1. Ho, every one that Thirsteth.
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When thou goest to God's Ordinances, thy Spiritual Market, enquire what is lacking, and there pour out thy heart to God, put up earnest cryes for the work of Grace and Conversion, for a new heart.
When thou goest to God's Ordinances, thy Spiritual Market, inquire what is lacking, and there pour out thy heart to God, put up earnest cries for the work of Grace and Conversion, for a new heart.
God hath promised no less than the holy Spirit to them that ask, Luke 11.13. (i. e.) that ask so, as in that parable our Saviour teacheth, with fervency and importunity.
God hath promised no less than the holy Spirit to them that ask, Lycia 11.13. (i. e.) that ask so, as in that parable our Saviour Teaches, with fervency and importunity.
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3. See thou hunger and thirst after Grace, keep a continued desire and longing after it, for so the Participle implyeth. Matth. 5.6. Blessed are they that are hungring and thirsting. Psal. 143.6.
3. See thou hunger and thirst After Grace, keep a continued desire and longing After it, for so the Participle Implies. Matthew 5.6. Blessed Are they that Are hungering and thirsting. Psalm 143.6.
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though heavenly commodities are not to be valued for Silver, you know what Simon Peter said to Simon Magus, Thy money perish with thee, &c. yet must thou part with that which (it may be) thou valuest above Silver, i. e. thy lusts, Isa. 2.20. Idols of Silver, costly sins must be parted with, of them thou hast no need;
though heavenly commodities Are not to be valued for Silver, you know what Simon Peter said to Simon Magus, Thy money perish with thee, etc. yet must thou part with that which (it may be) thou valuest above Silver, i. e. thy Lustiest, Isaiah 2.20. Idols of Silver, costly Sins must be parted with, of them thou hast no need;
Sin and Grace, reigning sin, a way of wickedness, is inconsistent with Grace; God and Belial, the Ark and Dagon will not agree under the same roof.
since and Grace, reigning since, a Way of wickedness, is inconsistent with Grace; God and Belial, the Ark and Dagon will not agree under the same roof.
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Frequent daily the Throne of Grace by fervent prayer, wait duly at the posts of wisdoms house by attentive hearing the Word, make conscience of sanctifying the Lords day, be not thou absent from Gods house when he deals his dole of Grace and Blessing to his People, use the society of Gracious persons, whose communication is savory,
Frequent daily the Throne of Grace by fervent prayer, wait duly At the posts of wisdoms house by attentive hearing the Word, make conscience of sanctifying the lords day, be not thou absent from God's house when he deals his dole of Grace and Blessing to his People, use the society of Gracious Persons, whose communication is savoury,
and their words minister Grace to the hearers; and be constant in exercises of Godliness; follow Pauls counsel to Timothy, 1 Tim. 4.15. Meditate on these things, continue in them, give thy self much unto them, that thy profiting may appear.
and their words minister Grace to the hearers; and be constant in exercises of Godliness; follow Paul's counsel to Timothy, 1 Tim. 4.15. Meditate on these things, continue in them, give thy self much unto them, that thy profiting may appear.
The diligent hand maketh rich, when drowsiness clotheth a man with rags, which is as true in spiritual as in temporal things. 2d. Branch of Exhortation. If Grace be the best thing in the world, let Christians that have Grace already labour for further degrees of it;
The diligent hand makes rich, when drowsiness clotheth a man with rags, which is as true in spiritual as in temporal things. 2d. Branch of Exhortation. If Grace be the best thing in the world, let Christians that have Grace already labour for further Degrees of it;
alwayes abounding in the work of the Lord, 1 Cor. 15. ult. They are likewise commended who are rich in Grace and fruits of holiness, Matt. 15.28. O woman great is thy Faith! Matt. 8.10. I have not sound so great Faith, no not in Israel.
always abounding in the work of the Lord, 1 Cor. 15. ult. They Are likewise commended who Are rich in Grace and fruits of holiness, Matt. 15.28. Oh woman great is thy Faith! Matt. 8.10. I have not found so great Faith, no not in Israel.
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So on the contrary, dwarfs in Christianity are blame-worthy, Matt. 6.30. O ye of little Faith. 1 Cor. 3.4. Are ye not yet carnal? that is, babes in Christ, as ver. 1. more flesh than spirit. Motives to grow in Grace.
So on the contrary, dwarfs in Christianity Are blameworthy, Matt. 6.30. Oh you of little Faith. 1 Cor. 3.4. are you not yet carnal? that is, babes in christ, as ver. 1. more Flesh than Spirit. Motives to grow in Grace.
1. That we may answer, not frustrate God's expectation. Luke 12.48. Where much is given, there much is required; Isa. 5.3. I looked for grapes; and well he might expect store of fruit of a Vineyard so husbanded.
1. That we may answer, not frustrate God's expectation. Lycia 12.48. Where much is given, there much is required; Isaiah 5.3. I looked for grapes; and well he might expect store of fruit of a Vineyard so husbanded.
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greater Faith, greater Obedience, and that hereafter will conduce more to the glory of God, Rom. 4.20. Abraham being strong in Faith, gave glory to God:
greater Faith, greater obedience, and that hereafter will conduce more to the glory of God, Rom. 4.20. Abraham being strong in Faith, gave glory to God:
The more Grace the better lives will Christians lead, whereby God is more glorified, John 15.8. Hereby is my Father glorified, that ye bring forth much fruit.
The more Grace the better lives will Christians led, whereby God is more glorified, John 15.8. Hereby is my Father glorified, that you bring forth much fruit.
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2. Much obedience wil be more to our own comfort, for God will reward every one according to his works. 1 Cor. 15. ult. Knowing your labour not to be in vain in the Lord.
2. Much Obedience will be more to our own Comfort, for God will reward every one according to his works. 1 Cor. 15. ult. Knowing your labour not to be in vain in the Lord.
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and he that soweth bountifully shall reap bountifully, 2 Cor. 9.6. 2. Here in this life God usually metes to us as we measure to him, according to our obedience so is our comfort, Luke 6.38. Where no care of obedience, no comfort; little Faith, little comfort:
and he that Soweth bountifully shall reap bountifully, 2 Cor. 9.6. 2. Here in this life God usually metes to us as we measure to him, according to our Obedience so is our Comfort, Lycia 6.38. Where no care of Obedience, no Comfort; little Faith, little Comfort:
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hence Christians of little Faith, little obedience, are much disquieted about their comfort and assurance. 3. We need much Grace to conquer many corruptions, great lusts, to resist strong temptations.
hence Christians of little Faith, little Obedience, Are much disquieted about their Comfort and assurance. 3. We need much Grace to conquer many corruptions, great Lustiest, to resist strong temptations.
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Some sins like those Devils, are not easily cast out, Matt. 17.21. It is by Faith Christians overcome the world, 1 John 5.4. but a little Faith will hardly overcome the temptations on the right hand, from worldly prosperity, temptations on the left hand, persecutions of the world;
some Sins like those Devils, Are not Easily cast out, Matt. 17.21. It is by Faith Christians overcome the world, 1 John 5.4. but a little Faith will hardly overcome the temptations on the right hand, from worldly Prosperity, temptations on the left hand, persecutions of the world;
small strength of Grace will be more like to faint in the day of battel, than conquer strong opposition. Prov. 24.10. If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small.
small strength of Grace will be more like to faint in the day of battle, than conquer strong opposition. Curae 24.10. If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small.
how will they run with horse-men? They who are tired with family duties, how will they perform those of self-denial, heart-examination, mortification? which are as the cutting off the right hand,
how will they run with horsemen? They who Are tired with family duties, how will they perform those of self-denial, Heart-examination, mortification? which Are as the cutting off the right hand,
5. Christians may be brought into great straits, out of which to extricate themselves, they need store of Grace, much Faith, more wisdome, great courage.
5. Christians may be brought into great straits, out of which to extricate themselves, they need store of Grace, much Faith, more Wisdom, great courage.
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How shal they remedy that? Ye believe in God, Believe also in me; Some Faith they had already, but they will need more to prevent trouble of heart. Hab. 1.2. The Prophet complains of bad times, violence and spoil all along that Chapter.
How shall they remedy that? You believe in God, Believe also in me; some Faith they had already, but they will need more to prevent trouble of heart. Hab. 1.2. The Prophet complains of bad times, violence and spoil all along that Chapter.
when Christians thrive not, are as ignorant now as they were seven years ago, are as luke-warm, &c. they may suspect whether ever they were born again,
when Christians thrive not, Are as ignorant now as they were seven Years ago, Are as lukewarm, etc. they may suspect whither ever they were born again,
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as is too usual, Laodicea - like, Rev. 3.17. Thou sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, &c. Prov. 13.7. There is that maketh himself rich, yet hath nothing:
as is too usual, Laodicea - like, Rev. 3.17. Thou Sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, etc. Curae 13.7. There is that makes himself rich, yet hath nothing:
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Israel in their wilderness wanderings spent neer forty years in going eleven dayes journey, Deut. 1.2. Heb. 5.12. Some at sixty years Profession are inferior to others of sixteen;
Israel in their Wilderness wanderings spent near forty Years in going eleven days journey, Deuteronomy 1.2. Hebrew 5.12. some At sixty Years Profession Are inferior to Others of sixteen;
3. Be sure thou live, be in Christ, for dead things grow not; in Christ is all fulness, of him must we receive, John 1.16. in him are all treasures of wisdom and knowledg;
3. Be sure thou live, be in christ, for dead things grow not; in christ is all fullness, of him must we receive, John 1.16. in him Are all treasures of Wisdom and knowledge;
God hath great respect for humble Persons, because they will be most thankful, and ascribe all their fruitfulness unto God, which proud Persons arrogate to themselves:
God hath great respect for humble Persons, Because they will be most thankful, and ascribe all their fruitfulness unto God, which proud Persons arrogate to themselves:
Therefore God will teach the meek, hath respect to the lowly, giveth more Grace to the humble, Jam. 4.6. 5. Improve what thou hast, exercise Grace received, exercises in Learning, Scholastick disputatious, declamations, speaking Latine, increase learning. Acts intend habits.
Therefore God will teach the meek, hath respect to the lowly, gives more Grace to the humble, Jam. 4.6. 5. Improve what thou hast, exercise Grace received, exercises in Learning, Scholastic disputatious, declamations, speaking Latin, increase learning. Acts intend habits.
To him that hath shall be given, and he shall have more abundance, Matt. 13.12. It is not in spiritual as in corporal things, the more you use them, the more you wear and waste them;
To him that hath shall be given, and he shall have more abundance, Matt. 13.12. It is not in spiritual as in corporal things, the more you use them, the more you wear and waste them;
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as humility preserveth it, God resisteth the proud, but giveth Grace to the humble. 3. Formality, barrenness in duty. 4. Worldliness, as shining of the Sun puts out fire,
as humility Preserveth it, God Resisteth the proud, but gives Grace to the humble. 3. Formality, Barrenness in duty. 4. Worldliness, as shining of the Sun puts out fire,
and ill conversation of lewd companions, is prone to corrupt the mind and manners. Who walketh in the Sun, shall be tanned, though he walk not for that end;
and ill Conversation of lewd Sodales, is prove to corrupt the mind and manners. Who walks in the Sun, shall be tanned, though he walk not for that end;
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He was an Exile already, driven from his Country, and from his habitation, by the rage and jealousie of Saul: His City, Ziglag, was sack'd and burnt by the Amalakites; his Wives and Children carried captive;
He was an Exile already, driven from his Country, and from his habitation, by the rage and jealousy of Saul: His city, Ziklag, was sacked and burned by the Amalekites; his Wives and Children carried captive;
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David was a man after God's own heart, yet David was greatly distressed. This might be abundantly strengthened by the condition of the Church and People of God in all Ages.
David was a man After God's own heart, yet David was greatly distressed. This might be abundantly strengthened by the condition of the Church and People of God in all Ages.
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'Tis the strongest argument we can urge to God in our troubles, What wilt thou do for thy great Name? The greatness of the distress greatneth the deliverance out of it,
It's the Strongest argument we can urge to God in our Troubles, What wilt thou do for thy great Name? The greatness of the distress greatneth the deliverance out of it,
We have the Saints every-where using this phrase, which holds forth their propriety in God, Deut. 6.4. The Lord our God is One Lord. Josh. 14.8. I wholly followed the Lord my God. John 20.28. Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord, and my God.
We have the Saints everywhere using this phrase, which holds forth their propriety in God, Deuteronomy 6.4. The Lord our God is One Lord. Josh. 14.8. I wholly followed the Lord my God. John 20.28. Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord, and my God.
But now Believers are nigh to God. The Psalmist calls this one of Israels priviledges, Psal. 148.14. He exalteth the horn of his People, the praise of all his Saints;
But now Believers Are High to God. The Psalmist calls this one of Israel's privileges, Psalm 148.14. He Exalteth the horn of his People, the praise of all his Saints;
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even of the children of Israel, a People near unto him. O 'tis a priviledge indeed to be a People near to God. Ephes. 2.13. But now in Christ Jesus, you who sometimes were far off, are made nigh by the blood of Christ.
even of the children of Israel, a People near unto him. Oh it's a privilege indeed to be a People near to God. Ephesians 2.13. But now in christ jesus, you who sometime were Far off, Are made High by the blood of christ.
But every Believer is related to God, as a child to his father. 2 Cor. 6.18. I will be to you a Father, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.
But every Believer is related to God, as a child to his father. 2 Cor. 6.18. I will be to you a Father, and you shall be my Sons and daughters, Says the Lord Almighty.
We are not only made night to God, but nigh in relation: He that can say, My God, may say also, My Father. This relation is held out in this interest and propriety.
We Are not only made night to God, but High in Relation: He that can say, My God, may say also, My Father. This Relation is held out in this Interest and propriety.
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but he hath a friend to stand by him, in whom he encourageth himself. Will God forsake his People? will he suffer men to spoil his Jewels? No, they do but polish them:
but he hath a friend to stand by him, in whom he Encourageth himself. Will God forsake his People? will he suffer men to spoil his Jewels? No, they do but polish them:
1. If God be thine, thou then art Gods, and he will own thee, he will preserve thee, he will provide for thee, thou needest not torment thy self with carefulness who hast such a God to care for thee.
1. If God be thine, thou then art God's, and he will own thee, he will preserve thee, he will provide for thee, thou Needest not torment thy self with carefulness who haste such a God to care for thee.
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whole Christ is thine, Christ and all that he hath done, Christ and all that he hath suffered, Christ in his Person and in his Portion, thou maiest say of him with the Spouse, My Beloved is mine, and I am his.
Whole christ is thine, christ and all that he hath done, christ and all that he hath suffered, christ in his Person and in his Portion, thou Mayest say of him with the Spouse, My beloved is mine, and I am his.
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4. If God be thine, then is his Kingdom thine, his Glory thine, Tis your Fathers good pleasure to give you the Kingdom, a Glorious Kingdom, whose builder and founder is God;
4. If God be thine, then is his Kingdom thine, his Glory thine, This your Father's good pleasure to give you the Kingdom, a Glorious Kingdom, whose builder and founder is God;
1. His presence with them in their troubles and distresses. This was Davids encouragement, Psal. 23.4. Though I walk through the vally of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me:
1. His presence with them in their Troubles and Distresses. This was Davids encouragement, Psalm 23.4. Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will Fear no evil; for thou art with me:
we may say to our comfort, Whither shall we go from thy presence? yea, Who can drive us from thy presence? If we be cast upon a sick-bed, thou art there, to make our bed in our sickness;
we may say to our Comfort, Whither shall we go from thy presence? yea, Who can drive us from thy presence? If we be cast upon a sickbed, thou art there, to make our Bed in our sickness;
How much more to have God at hand to consult, who is wonderful in counsel: The Believer that hath God present with him, may consult him in all his straits,
How much more to have God At hand to consult, who is wondered in counsel: The Believer that hath God present with him, may consult him in all his straits,
'tis sad to be left to bear the burthen of affliction alone, but when God puts to his shoulder, it becomes more tolerable, Psal. 55.22. Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee, he shall never suffer the Righteous to be moved.
it's sad to be left to bear the burden of affliction alone, but when God puts to his shoulder, it becomes more tolerable, Psalm 55.22. Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee, he shall never suffer the Righteous to be moved.
God's presence makes Heaven where-ever it comes, though the place be a Prison, yea though it were Hell it self. Psal. 16.11. In thy Presence is fulness of Joy.
God's presence makes Heaven wherever it comes, though the place be a Prison, yea though it were Hell it self. Psalm 16.11. In thy Presence is fullness of Joy.
God who is with him, is God only wise, a God of infinite Wisdom; he knows how to bring good out of evil, honey out of the eater. Rom. 8.28. We know that all things work together for good to them that love God;
God who is with him, is God only wise, a God of infinite Wisdom; he knows how to bring good out of evil, honey out of the eater. Rom. 8.28. We know that all things work together for good to them that love God;
He is able to out-wit them all; he laughs at the plots and contrivances of the ungodly, and counts them foolishness; Job 5.13. He taketh the wise in their own craftiness;
He is able to outwit them all; he laughs At the plots and contrivances of the ungodly, and counts them foolishness; Job 5.13. He Takes the wise in their own craftiness;
a Believer may betake himself to everlasting strength, and there find encouragement. Prov. 18.10. The Name of the Lord is a strong Tower, the Righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
a Believer may betake himself to everlasting strength, and there find encouragement. Curae 18.10. The Name of the Lord is a strong Tower, the Righteous Runneth into it, and is safe.
therefore will we not fear though the Earth be removed, and the Mountains carried into the midst of the Sea. See how the Church encourageth her self in the Strength and Power of God, even beyond all fear;
Therefore will we not Fear though the Earth be removed, and the Mountains carried into the midst of the Sea. See how the Church Encourageth her self in the Strength and Power of God, even beyond all Fear;
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come what will, we have a refuge to betake us to. Isa. 26.4. Trust ye in the Lord for ever, for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting Strength, such Strength as can never faile.
come what will, we have a refuge to betake us to. Isaiah 26.4. Trust you in the Lord for ever, for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting Strength, such Strength as can never fail.
In this the three un-martyred Martyrs encouraged themselves against the burning rage of an angry King, and his fiery Fornace: Dan. 3.17. Our God whom w••serve, is able to deliver us from the burning fiery Fornace:
In this the three un-martyred Martyrs encouraged themselves against the burning rage of an angry King, and his fiery Furnace: Dan. 3.17. Our God whom w••serve, is able to deliver us from the burning fiery Furnace:
and so wicked men, who are Satans instruments, they have their power from God, John 19.10, 11. Pila•e boasteth of his power to release, or to crucifie Christ;
and so wicked men, who Are Satan Instruments, they have their power from God, John 19.10, 11. Pila•e boasts of his power to release, or to crucify christ;
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but when the shoulder is made strong by strength from above, then it can bear the burthen better. Psal. 138.3. In the day when I cried, thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul.
but when the shoulder is made strong by strength from above, then it can bear the burden better. Psalm 138.3. In the day when I cried, thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul.
Believers count themselves to be strong in the Lord, and the power of his might, when in themselves they are low and weak through trouble and distress; 2 Cor. 12.10. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake;
Believers count themselves to be strong in the Lord, and the power of his might, when in themselves they Are low and weak through trouble and distress; 2 Cor. 12.10. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in Reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in Distresses for Christ's sake;
3. We are hence exhorted in all our troubles and distresses, still to encourage our selves in the Lord our God, in his Presence, in his Wisdom, in his Power,
3. We Are hence exhorted in all our Troubles and Distresses, still to encourage our selves in the Lord our God, in his Presence, in his Wisdom, in his Power,
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THis verse begins the body of the Epistle, and seems to contain the Cause or Reason why the Apostle wrote this Epistle, viz. to let them know his state,
THis verse begins the body of the Epistle, and seems to contain the Cause or Reason why the Apostle wrote this Epistle, viz. to let them know his state,
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Fallen out ] The word is, NONLATINALPHABET, and signifies, Came: It seems to import that they came on purpose from the hand of God for this end, they were sent on this errand, directed to this issue.
Fallen out ] The word is,, and signifies, Come: It seems to import that they Come on purpose from the hand of God for this end, they were sent on this errand, directed to this issue.
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The Furtherance ] is well translated; not furthering actively, but neuturally, processus progressus, the progress, advantage, improvement of the Gospel.
The Furtherance ] is well translated; not furthering actively, but neuturally, processus progressus, the progress, advantage, improvement of the Gospel.
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So thought the Rulers of the Jews, Act. 4.17. That it spread no further, let us restrain them, tie their tongues, straightly threaten them, that they speak henceforth to no man in this Name.
So Thought the Rulers of the jews, Act. 4.17. That it spread no further, let us restrain them, tie their tongues, straightly threaten them, that they speak henceforth to no man in this Name.
And indeed, if the Churches rest, and the liberty of her Ministers do conduce to its edification and multiplication, Acts 9.31. then her Persecutions, and the Restraint of her Ministers, must in its own nature tend to the straitning and hindring of the Gospel; this needs no proof:
And indeed, if the Churches rest, and the liberty of her Ministers do conduce to its edification and multiplication, Acts 9.31. then her Persecutions, and the Restraint of her Ministers, must in its own nature tend to the straightening and hindering of the Gospel; this needs no proof:
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The babes of Israel were not lessened, although they were killed, nor made the fewer, by the drowning of many. A miracle yet again made good in the spiritual Off-spring of the Church, whose Children spring up even from the Ashes of the dead;
The babes of Israel were not lessened, although they were killed, nor made the fewer, by the drowning of many. A miracle yet again made good in the spiritual Offspring of the Church, whose Children spring up even from the Ashes of the dead;
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and his remarkable Judgement upon the Wicked, their Oppressors, in making void their great hopes, and frustrating their wicked works, by making his Church the true Palm - tree;
and his remarkable Judgement upon the Wicked, their Oppressors's, in making void their great hope's, and frustrating their wicked works, by making his Church the true Palm - tree;
but it shall even prevail against them. That Promise in Mark 10.30. is not made good only to the Children of God in their comforts, but even to the Church of God in its Children, an hundred fold with persecution.
but it shall even prevail against them. That Promise in Mark 10.30. is not made good only to the Children of God in their comforts, but even to the Church of God in its Children, an hundred fold with persecution.
And as their sufferings work by way of affecting, so their courage and constancy in suffering, work by way of convincing, convinces the very Adversary of the goodness and righteousness of their cause.
And as their sufferings work by Way of affecting, so their courage and constancy in suffering, work by Way of convincing, convinces the very Adversary of the Goodness and righteousness of their cause.
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so he hath sensibly multiplied their Comforts; which (sayes Dr. Preston somewher•) is the meaning of that Promise, Mark 10.30. they shall receive an hundred fold with Persecutions: i. e.
so he hath sensibly multiplied their Comforts; which (sayes Dr. Preston somewher•) is the meaning of that Promise, Mark 10.30. they shall receive an hundred fold with Persecutions: i. e.
Though he may seem to speak roughly to them many times by his providences (as Joseph to his brethren) yet at the same time he puts corn into their sacks, comfort into their souls;
Though he may seem to speak roughly to them many times by his providences (as Joseph to his brothers) yet At the same time he puts corn into their sacks, Comfort into their Souls;
2. To the advantage of their Graces. These God exerciseth, confirmeth, and enlargeth by afflictions. Tribulation worketh Patience, Patience Experience, Experience Hope, Rom. 5.3.
2. To the advantage of their Graces. These God Exerciseth, confirmeth, and enlarges by afflictions. Tribulation works Patience, Patience Experience, Experience Hope, Rom. 5.3.
by this, lust comes to be purged out, ( Psa. 116.67.) Temptations resisted, Sin prevented, Duty performed, Earth despised, Heaven desired, Self denied, and Christ Exalted.
by this, lust comes to be purged out, (Psa. 116.67.) Temptations resisted, since prevented, Duty performed, Earth despised, Heaven desired, Self denied, and christ Exalted.
What shall we have, says Peter (that have suffered such things) that have forsaken all and followed thee? verily, says our Saviour, every one that hath forsaken houses, &c. shall receive an hundred-fold, and shall inherit everlasting life:
What shall we have, Says Peter (that have suffered such things) that have forsaken all and followed thee? verily, Says our Saviour, every one that hath forsaken houses, etc. shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life:
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but ye shall sit upon twelve thrones judging the twelve Tribes of Israel, Matt. 19.27, 28, 29. It will not repent thee, Christian, of thy low, mean, despised, afflicted condition in the world,
but you shall fit upon twelve thrones judging the twelve Tribes of Israel, Matt. 19.27, 28, 29. It will not Repent thee, Christian, of thy low, mean, despised, afflicted condition in the world,
It may be that through great intentness upon publick administrations, and constant cares and pains in feeding the Flock, the Shepherds may sometimes have neglected themselves,
It may be that through great intentness upon public administrations, and constant Cares and pains in feeding the Flock, the Shepherd's may sometime have neglected themselves,
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as though one should say in Solomons words (whether it be the direct meaning of them, I do not say) Cant. 1.6. They have made me keeper of the Vineyard, but mine own Vineyard have I not kept.
as though one should say in Solomons words (whither it be the Direct meaning of them, I do not say) Cant 1.6. They have made me keeper of the Vineyard, but mine own Vineyard have I not kept.
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And it may seem good to God, by afflictions to bring them home, to set them a task to do in their own hearts, to quicken them to the study of their own souls.
And it may seem good to God, by afflictions to bring them home, to Set them a task to do in their own hearts, to quicken them to the study of their own Souls.
And indeed, (to allude to that) even these Captains in the Church-militant, even our Ministers, are much perfected and qualified for their work by sufferings.
And indeed, (to allude to that) even these Captains in the Church-militant, even our Ministers, Are much perfected and qualified for their work by sufferings.
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Spiritual afflictions, conflicts, temptation do excellently qualifie a Minister of the Gospel, and enable him to comfort the afflicted, succour the tempted, strengthen the weak, answer objections, resolve doubts,
Spiritual afflictions, conflicts, temptation do excellently qualify a Minister of the Gospel, and enable him to Comfort the afflicted, succour the tempted, strengthen the weak, answer objections, resolve doubts,
Who can instruct unto Faith, and Patience, and Hope, better than they, whose condition in the world hath long called them to the exercise of them? Who can speak with more weight and power concerning the things of Heaven,
Who can instruct unto Faith, and Patience, and Hope, better than they, whose condition in the world hath long called them to the exercise of them? Who can speak with more weight and power Concerning the things of Heaven,
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or to prize the blood of Christ and the promises of God, than they who have largely tasted the sweetness of them? How excellently will all that laziness, coldness, worldliness that is apt to overgrow us in a time of prosperity, be scoured off by afflictions, if God sanctifie them!
or to prize the blood of christ and the promises of God, than they who have largely tasted the sweetness of them? How excellently will all that laziness, coldness, worldliness that is apt to overgrow us in a time of Prosperity, be scoured off by afflictions, if God sanctify them!
and his wise ordering) the particular afflictions that happen to the faithful Ministers of the Gospel, do fall out many times to the furtherance of the Gospel.
and his wise ordering) the particular afflictions that happen to the faithful Ministers of the Gospel, do fallen out many times to the furtherance of the Gospel.
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There are some that will bear witness with all thankfulness, that God hath blessed the Banishment or forceable removal of some Ministers from their own Congregations (and that not long since) to be a means of carrying the Gospel to dark corners of the Kingdom, to Congregations whom no one cared for, to Sheep that had no Shepherd.
There Are Some that will bear witness with all thankfulness, that God hath blessed the Banishment or forceable removal of Some Ministers from their own Congregations (and that not long since) to be a means of carrying the Gospel to dark corners of the Kingdom, to Congregations whom no one cared for, to Sheep that had no Shepherd.
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It was well for the world that our Saviour gave that Commission to his Apostles, Matt. 10.23. That when they were Persecuted in one City they might flee to another:
It was well for the world that our Saviour gave that Commission to his Apostles, Matt. 10.23. That when they were Persecuted in one city they might flee to Another:
And this brings me down to the Proposition it self directly contained in the Text, that, The restraint of the Ministers of the Gospel, doth sometimes fall out to the furtherance of the Gospel.
And this brings me down to the Proposition it self directly contained in the Text, that, The restraint of the Ministers of the Gospel, does sometime fallen out to the furtherance of the Gospel.
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Now the restraint of the Ministers of the Gospel, is twofold, either Personal, (that we call Confinement or Imprisonment ) or Ministerial, that is Suspension or Silencing. The furtherance of the Gospel is twofold also, either the furtherance of the Doctrine of the Gospel, or the Interest of the Gospel. Now both these kinds of restraints, God can make to fall out to both these kinds of furthering of the Gospel.
Now the restraint of the Ministers of the Gospel, is twofold, either Personal, (that we call Confinement or Imprisonment) or Ministerial, that is Suspension or Silencing. The furtherance of the Gospel is twofold also, either the furtherance of the Doctrine of the Gospel, or the Interest of the Gospel. Now both these Kinds of restraints, God can make to fallen out to both these Kinds of furthering of the Gospel.
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By this means the sufferings, especially the Imprisonment of the Apostles, carried the Doctrine of the Gospel to many places where the Apostles themselves never came, nor perhaps could come;
By this means the sufferings, especially the Imprisonment of the Apostles, carried the Doctrine of the Gospel to many places where the Apostles themselves never Come, nor perhaps could come;
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It is a very effectual way to propagate the knowledge of any way, even that the most eminent propugnators of it, should lie in bonds for the defence of it.
It is a very effectual Way to propagate the knowledge of any Way, even that the most eminent propugnators of it, should lie in bonds for the defence of it.
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It fell out thus in the Apostle Pauls case here, as he himself explains himself in the verse next following my Text, So that my Bonds in Christ are manifest in all the Palace, and in all other places.
It fell out thus in the Apostle Paul's case Here, as he himself explains himself in the verse next following my Text, So that my Bonds in christ Are manifest in all the Palace, and in all other places.
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It is expresly said, once and again, that after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom of God, Mat. 4.12. Mar. 1.14. Our blessed Saviour took that occasion to enter solemnly upon his Ministry.
It is expressly said, once and again, that After that John was put in prison, jesus Come into Galilee preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom of God, Mathew 4.12. Mar. 1.14. Our blessed Saviour took that occasion to enter solemnly upon his Ministry.
Though some indeed preach'd Christ out of envy and strife, yet others out of good will, ver. 15. 3. It quickens others who are imploy'd in the same work, to discharge it with more diligence and boldness.
Though Some indeed preached christ out of envy and strife, yet Others out of good will, ver. 15. 3. It quickens Others who Are employed in the same work, to discharge it with more diligence and boldness.
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So it fell out in the Apostles case here, ver. 14. Many of the Brethren in the Lord, waxing confident by my bonds, are much more bold to speak the Word without fear. Waxing confident by my bonds;
So it fell out in the Apostles case Here, ver. 14. Many of the Brothers in the Lord, waxing confident by my bonds, Are much more bold to speak the Word without Fear. Waxing confident by my bonds;
that is, by the courage, constancy and patience which I shew in my Bonds. The Apostles Bonds were an occasion of manifesting his Courage, and his Courage encouraged many;
that is, by the courage, constancy and patience which I show in my Bonds. The Apostles Bonds were an occasion of manifesting his Courage, and his Courage encouraged many;
this evil befalling them, will make them the more industrious to do the more good. God can also enlarge the hearts of their People to receive them the more gladly,
this evil befalling them, will make them the more Industria to do the more good. God can also enlarge the hearts of their People to receive them the more gladly,
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How welcome do ye think a Minister rising from the dead, would be to a people, formerly it may be ungrateful to him? Why some degree at least of such welcome, may a Minister returning out of Prison find.
How welcome do you think a Minister rising from the dead, would be to a people, formerly it may be ungrateful to him? Why Some degree At least of such welcome, may a Minister returning out of Prison find.
And why may not God make their Imprisonment to endear them and their Ministry too, to their People? This some of the Prisoners of the Gospel have found.
And why may not God make their Imprisonment to endear them and their Ministry too, to their People? This Some of the Prisoners of the Gospel have found.
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2. The Confinement of the Ministers of the Gospel, doth sometimes fall out to the furtherance of the interest of the Gospel; I mean, the cause of Religion, the Work of Grace, the power of Godliness.
2. The Confinement of the Ministers of the Gospel, does sometime fallen out to the furtherance of the Interest of the Gospel; I mean, the cause of Religion, the Work of Grace, the power of Godliness.
as because it was an exercise of their Grace, and would abound to their account, knowing that God would supply their needs, in as much as they had supplied his, ver. 17.18, 19. 2. It is a singular occasion of quickning the People of God to prayer:
as Because it was an exercise of their Grace, and would abound to their account, knowing that God would supply their needs, in as much as they had supplied his, for. 17.18, 19. 2. It is a singular occasion of quickening the People of God to prayer:
It was sometimes prophesied concerning Christ the great Shepherd, I will smite the Shepherd, and the Sheep shall be scattered, Zech. 13.7. And so it was indeed:
It was sometime prophesied Concerning christ the great Shepherd, I will smite the Shepherd, and the Sheep shall be scattered, Zechariah 13.7. And so it was indeed:
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Thus you know they were gathered together, for Peter, when he was in prison, Acts 12.5. and ver. 12. Many were gathered together at the house of Mary, praying.
Thus you know they were gathered together, for Peter, when he was in prison, Acts 12.5. and for. 12. Many were gathered together At the house of Mary, praying.
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This the Apostle Paul calls for from his Philippians, ver. 19. of this chapter: and from the Jews, Heb. 13.19. Pray for us the rather, that I may be restored unto you the sooner:
This the Apostle Paul calls for from his Philippians, for. 19. of this chapter: and from the jews, Hebrew 13.19. Pray for us the rather, that I may be restored unto you the sooner:
See how close the Disciples kept together, when their great Shepherd was removed, Acts 1.14. and 2.1. The like in some measure may follow amongst the People of God, upon the removal of their Teachers into corners;
See how close the Disciples kept together, when their great Shepherd was removed, Acts 1.14. and 2.1. The like in Some measure may follow among the People of God, upon the removal of their Teachers into corners;
So much for the personal Restraint, or Confinement of the Ministers of the Gospel, and its falling out to the furtherance both of the Doctrine, and Interest of the Gospel.
So much for the personal Restraint, or Confinement of the Ministers of the Gospel, and its falling out to the furtherance both of the Doctrine, and Interest of the Gospel.
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1. By puting Christians upon a more strict enquiry into those Points, Doctrines, or matters of Religion, that the Ministers of the Gospel are restrained for;
1. By putting Christians upon a more strict enquiry into those Points, Doctrines, or matters of Religion, that the Ministers of the Gospel Are restrained for;
and so knowledge comes to be encreased, and the truth to be found out. Some have observed God's good ends in suffering errors to be broached in the Church;
and so knowledge comes to be increased, and the truth to be found out. some have observed God's good ends in suffering errors to be broached in the Church;
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The erroneous Tenents, and corrupt usages of the Corinthians about the Lord's Supper, fell out exceedingly to the furtherance of the Truth in that matter;
The erroneous Tenants, and corrupt usages of the Corinthians about the Lord's Supper, fell out exceedingly to the furtherance of the Truth in that matter;
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the Apostle Paul taking occasion from thence to write that eleventh Chapter of his first Epistle, by which we are more instructed in the Doctrine of that Sacrament,
the Apostle Paul taking occasion from thence to write that eleventh Chapter of his First Epistle, by which we Are more instructed in the Doctrine of that Sacrament,
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And what is it? is it a sufficient ground of suspension, are the next enquiries? Instances for the confirmation of this, are not wanting in our own and other Churches.
And what is it? is it a sufficient ground of suspension, Are the next Enquiries? Instances for the confirmation of this, Are not wanting in our own and other Churches.
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For you must not expect under this head of Suspension, that I should bring any Scripture-instances, of its falling out to the furtherance of the Gospel.
For you must not expect under this head of Suspension, that I should bring any Scriptural instances, of its falling out to the furtherance of the Gospel.
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It might have been expected, that Moses should have restrained those that prophesied in the Camp, I mean Eldad and Medad. Joshua indeed said, My Lord Moses forbid them.
It might have been expected, that Moses should have restrained those that prophesied in the Camp, I mean Eldad and Medad. joshua indeed said, My Lord Moses forbid them.
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Moses said unto him, Enviest thou for my sake? Would God that all the Lord's People were Prophets, &c. It might have been expected, that Paul here at Rome, should have shewed his Apostolical Authority at least,
Moses said unto him, enviest thou for my sake? Would God that all the Lord's People were prophets, etc. It might have been expected, that Paul Here At Room, should have showed his Apostolical authority At least,
The Apostles indeed would have had it so, But Jesus said, forbid him not, Mark 9.38, 39. But if any man will shew me any Scripture-instance of restraining the Ministers of the Gospel, I doubt not but to shew him in it,
The Apostles indeed would have had it so, But jesus said, forbid him not, Mark 9.38, 39. But if any man will show me any Scripture instance of restraining the Ministers of the Gospel, I doubt not but to show him in it,
But I pray God to sanctifie the reading of the Scriptures and other good Books, to this end, That as Preaching hath made forward Professors, and drawn forth affections,
But I pray God to sanctify the reading of the Scriptures and other good Books, to this end, That as Preaching hath made forward Professors, and drawn forth affections,
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4. This Ministerial Restraint may fall out to the furtherance of the Gospel, in giving occasion and opportunity to the persons so restrained, to furnish themselves better for the work of the Ministry.
4. This Ministerial Restraint may fallen out to the furtherance of the Gospel, in giving occasion and opportunity to the Persons so restrained, to furnish themselves better for the work of the Ministry.
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Nay, who knows, but that some constitutions almost wasted, some spirits almost spent, do require some cessation? and God is pleased to give a nights rest to his labourers, that they may hold out the longer,
Nay, who knows, but that Some constitutions almost wasted, Some spirits almost spent, do require Some cessation? and God is pleased to give a nights rest to his labourers, that they may hold out the longer,
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If God send a famine of hearing the Word, it will make men run to and fro to seek it, Amos 8.11, 12. nay, perhaps make them run, that never found their legs before.
If God send a famine of hearing the Word, it will make men run to and from to seek it, Amos 8.11, 12. nay, perhaps make them run, that never found their legs before.
Their Restraint may well conduce to this end, Virtutem incolumen odimus, sublatam ex oculis quaerimus invidi, good men grow precious cous by their absence.
Their Restraint may well conduce to this end, Virtutem incolumen odimus, sublatam ex oculis Seeking invidi, good men grow precious cous by their absence.
It may be proper for a Minister of the Gospel, bidding farewel to an unthankful and unkind People, to speak in his Saviours words to Jerusalem, Mat. 23.39. — Ye shall not see me hence forth, till ye shall say, Blessed is he that cometh in the Name of the Lord.
It may be proper for a Minister of the Gospel, bidding farewell to an unthankful and unkind People, to speak in his Saviors words to Jerusalem, Mathew 23.39. — You shall not see me hence forth, till you shall say, Blessed is he that comes in the Name of the Lord.
Certainly it is wonderfully to the advantage of Religion, when Doctrins formerly delivered and received, are frequently brought back to mind and memory.
Certainly it is wonderfully to the advantage of Religion, when Doctrines formerly Delivered and received, Are frequently brought back to mind and memory.
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As the beast taken off his meat, falls to chewing what he had eaten before. Some have rightly observed, that they that want their sight, have commonly the strongest memories:
As the beast taken off his meat, falls to chewing what he had eaten before. some have rightly observed, that they that want their sighed, have commonly the Strongest memories:
Christians should labour to make up in their Families, what is wanting in Congregations. And if it do thus, it will be to the furtherance of the Gospel;
Christians should labour to make up in their Families, what is wanting in Congregations. And if it do thus, it will be to the furtherance of the Gospel;
Before I fasten upon any Application, I should interweave three or four necessary Cautions. 1. The Restraint of Ministers doth sometimes fall out to the furtherance of the Gospel,
Before I fasten upon any Application, I should interweave three or four necessary Cautions. 1. The Restraint of Ministers does sometime fallen out to the furtherance of the Gospel,
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If I be lifted up, sayes our Saviour, (meaning, upon the Cross) I will draw all men unto me, Joh. 12.32. A case somewhat like this that I have been-speaking to:
If I be lifted up, Says our Saviour, (meaning, upon the Cross) I will draw all men unto me, John 12.32. A case somewhat like this that I have been-speaking to:
The Restraint of the Ministers of the Gospel is in it self a Judgment, and inflicted by reason of the unthankfulness and unprofitableness of a People;
The Restraint of the Ministers of the Gospel is in it self a Judgement, and inflicted by reason of the unthankfulness and unprofitableness of a People;
Nay, though you were sure you should see them restored, yet the liberty of Christ's Messengers in the Gospel is of so precious concernment, that you ought to pray, that they might be restored the sooner. So the Apostle speaks there.
Nay, though you were sure you should see them restored, yet the liberty of Christ's Messengers in the Gospel is of so precious concernment, that you ought to pray, that they might be restored the sooner. So the Apostle speaks there.
My dear Brethren in the Ministry, let us lay to heart our own unfaithfulness, negligence, insufficiency, our own sin, who had such a prize so long in our hands,
My dear Brothers in the Ministry, let us lay to heart our own unfaithfulness, negligence, insufficiency, our own since, who had such a prize so long in our hands,
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and make it to fall out to the furtherance of the Gospel. If the Prophet Joel call, Gird your selves, and lament, ye Priests, howl ye Ministers of the Altar;
and make it to fallen out to the furtherance of the Gospel. If the Prophet Joel call, Gird your selves, and lament, you Priests, howl you Ministers of the Altar;
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when the food of our souls, the Bread of Life is withholden from the Congregations of God! O Lord, seeing thou hast afflicted us, affect us also with our affliction, that we may know this Rod,
when the food of our Souls, the Bred of Life is withholden from the Congregations of God! Oh Lord, seeing thou hast afflicted us, affect us also with our affliction, that we may know this Rod,
Doth God sometimes make the Restraint of his Ministers to fall out to the furtherance of the Gospel? Learn we then to admire the infinite Wisdom, Power and Mercy of God, who over-ruleth and disposeth of things to the good of his People,
Does God sometime make the Restraint of his Ministers to fallen out to the furtherance of the Gospel? Learn we then to admire the infinite Wisdom, Power and Mercy of God, who overruleth and Disposeth of things to the good of his People,
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even contrary to their own natural tendency, brings such eminent good out of such apparent evil, enlargement out of imprisonment, light out of darkness, day-break out of dungeons, the Gospel out of the Goal? Who can do thus,
even contrary to their own natural tendency, brings such eminent good out of such apparent evil, enlargement out of imprisonment, Light out of darkness, daybreak out of dungeons, the Gospel out of the Goal? Who can do thus,
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If God can make such things as these fall out to the Gospels furtherance, then what can be an hinderance? Oh admirable security, to be interested in the Power and Wisdom of God! what shall hurt him whom God harbours? what shall scorch him whom God shadows? What need they fear from worldly policy, who belong to that God, who crosseth the nature of things,
If God can make such things as these fallen out to the Gospels furtherance, then what can be an hindrance? O admirable security, to be interested in the Power and Wisdom of God! what shall hurt him whom God harbours? what shall scorch him whom God shadows? What need they Fear from worldly policy, who belong to that God, who Crosseth the nature of things,
Now that this sad dispensation may indeed fall out to the furtherance of the Gospel, let me in the last place exhort my self and you, to do our parts towards it.
Now that this sad Dispensation may indeed fallen out to the furtherance of the Gospel, let me in the last place exhort my self and you, to do our parts towards it.
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1. Let Ministers improve this respite, lay in stock, furnish themselves better, that when God shall again (if yet again) set them over his Houshold, they may be Scribes instructed to the Kingdom of God, and as Stewards bring forth things new and old, for the maintenanc of the family.
1. Let Ministers improve this respite, lay in stock, furnish themselves better, that when God shall again (if yet again) Set them over his Household, they may be Scribes instructed to the Kingdom of God, and as Stewards bring forth things new and old, for the maintenance of the family.
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Let us give attendance to reading, and exhortation, not neglect the gift that is in us, meditate upon the Scriptures, give our selves wholly to them, that our profiting (by affliction) may appear to all men,
Let us give attendance to reading, and exhortation, not neglect the gift that is in us, meditate upon the Scriptures, give our selves wholly to them, that our profiting (by affliction) may appear to all men,
3. Let us study our own hearts, dress our own Vineyard better than we have done, that we may be other kind of men and Ministers hereafter, than formerly we have been.
3. Let us study our own hearts, dress our own Vineyard better than we have done, that we may be other kind of men and Ministers hereafter, than formerly we have been.
For it seems that God hath appointed prayer as a special means for the restoring of his restrained Ministers, Heb. 13.19. I beseech you the rather to do this, (to pray hard) that I may be restored to you the sooner.
For it seems that God hath appointed prayer as a special means for the restoring of his restrained Ministers, Hebrew 13.19. I beseech you the rather to do this, (to pray hard) that I may be restored to you the sooner.
as the phrase is, Job 15.4. However assure your selves that God will not open our mouths again to preach till you have well opened, wide opened, your mouths to him in prayer.
as the phrase is, Job 15.4. However assure your selves that God will not open our mouths again to preach till you have well opened, wide opened, your mouths to him in prayer.
To have had Ministers of different perswasions, hath doubtless maintained and kept alive differences amongst Professors, which otherwise, either had not been,
To have had Ministers of different persuasions, hath doubtless maintained and kept alive differences among Professors, which otherwise, either had not been,
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And I earnestly pray God that upon the unhappy laying aside of Ministers of one perswasion and another, may follow a happy laying aside of differences amongst their followers:
And I earnestly pray God that upon the unhappy laying aside of Ministers of one persuasion and Another, may follow a happy laying aside of differences among their followers:
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yet now, if you agree in the common appellation of men fearing God, I charge you in the Lord, that ye speak often one to another, converse familiarly and freely each with other;
yet now, if you agree in the Common appellation of men fearing God, I charge you in the Lord, that you speak often one to Another, converse familiarly and freely each with other;
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and liberty to use your skil, that you have your Fathers Will in your Mother-tongue, which all Christians have not, which God grant we may alwayes have.
and liberty to use your skill, that you have your Father's Will in your mother-tongue, which all Christians have not, which God grant we may always have.
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And now let good, savory, practical Divinity find some room, more room than sometimes in your houses, hands, heads, hearts you have professed a great while;
And now let good, savoury, practical Divinity find Some room, more room than sometime in your houses, hands, Heads, hearts you have professed a great while;
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confound not the difference, which God himself hath made, between Ministers and People. But exhort one another; consider one another, to provoke (not to anger and jealousie,
confound not the difference, which God himself hath made, between Ministers and People. But exhort one Another; Consider one Another, to provoke (not to anger and jealousy,
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They that would have bread of Joseph must buy it, give money, cattle lands, and all for it, Gen. 47. But they that would have bread of God, must be hungry for it.
They that would have bred of Joseph must buy it, give money, cattle Lands, and all for it, Gen. 47. But they that would have bred of God, must be hungry for it.
As Christians get rest, by being weary, Mat. 11.28. so they get food, by being hungry, Mat. 5.6. 6. Be more frequent, more fervent in private Duties, in Family Duties, in what's most secret.
As Christians get rest, by being weary, Mathew 11.28. so they get food, by being hungry, Mathew 5.6. 6. Be more frequent, more fervent in private Duties, in Family Duties, in what's most secret.
as the followers of John asked our Saviour concerning his Disciples ( Mat. 9.14.) Why do we and the Professors of other Churches fast oft, &c. but your people fast not, pray not, sanctifie not the Sabbath to any purpose? Is it not because the Bridegrooms are with them? is it so indeed? The day is just upon you, that the Bridegrooms are taken away;
as the followers of John asked our Saviour Concerning his Disciples (Mathew 9.14.) Why do we and the Professors of other Churches fast oft, etc. but your people fast not, pray not, sanctify not the Sabbath to any purpose? Is it not Because the Bridegrooms Are with them? is it so indeed? The day is just upon you, that the Bridegrooms Are taken away;
7. Call to remembrance old Truths, repeat in your hearts, and in your houses too, what ye have formerly received, chew upon the Word that you have formerly eaten.
7. Call to remembrance old Truths, repeat in your hearts, and in your houses too, what you have formerly received, chew upon the Word that you have formerly eaten.
his Disciples remembred that he had said this unto them, Joh. 2.22. and again Joh. 12.16. These things understood not his Disciples at the first, but when Jesus was glorified, then remembred they, &c. The former part of this verse (Ah!) how true is it of this People of England? Oh that the latter part may be found so to!
his Disciples remembered that he had said this unto them, John 2.22. and again John 12.16. These things understood not his Disciples At the First, but when jesus was glorified, then remembered they, etc. The former part of this verse (Ah!) how true is it of this People of England? O that the latter part may be found so to!
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SERMON IX. Ephes. 6.18. With all Prayer, — DYing Israel gave his Children portions, and to Joseph one above his Brethren, Gen. 48.22. I would commend one or two parts above what some of your brethren are content to sit down with;
SERMON IX. Ephesians 6.18. With all Prayer, — DYing Israel gave his Children portions, and to Joseph one above his Brothers, Gen. 48.22. I would commend one or two parts above what Some of your brothers Are content to fit down with;
One thing have I desired of the Lord, that I will seek after, That I may dwell in the House of the Lord, all the dayes of my Life, to behold the Beauty of the Lord,
One thing have I desired of the Lord, that I will seek After, That I may dwell in the House of the Lord, all the days of my Life, to behold the Beauty of the Lord,
This Ordinance of Solemn Meetings, appointed, 1. That God's Name may be hallowed. Psal. 29.1, 2. Give unto the Lord Glory, worship Him in the Beauty of Holiness.
This Ordinance of Solemn Meetings, appointed, 1. That God's Name may be hallowed. Psalm 29.1, 2. Give unto the Lord Glory, worship Him in the Beauty of Holiness.
2. Herein his People are regarded. 1. Hopes given them of Audience, Mat. 18.20. There's a threefold cord in this one kind of Prayer, strong to remove Evils, and a powerful twist to pull down Blessings.
2. Herein his People Are regarded. 1. Hope's given them of Audience, Mathew 18.20. There's a threefold cord in this one kind of Prayer, strong to remove Evils, and a powerful twist to pull down Blessings.
See, my concernments are like theirs, but not my heart, zeal, love to God, watchfulness, preparation, &c. What a fool am I in the midst of the Congregation! &c. II. Private Prayer. Josh. 24.25. I and my House will serve the Lord.
See, my concernments Are like theirs, but not my heart, zeal, love to God, watchfulness, preparation, etc. What a fool am I in the midst of the Congregation! etc. II Private Prayer. Josh. 24.25. I and my House will serve the Lord.
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There should be right houshold-Order and Government, according to the Rule, amongst Christians. Col. 4.1. Paul speaks to Masters of Families, to carry like good Kings, in the first verse,
There should be right houshold-Order and Government, according to the Rule, among Christians. Col. 4.1. Paul speaks to Masters of Families, to carry like good Kings, in the First verse,
When we lock up our selves at night, and have Prayer, the Key, at our girdles, letting out our selves in the morning under his Providence, we have him for our God,
When we lock up our selves At night, and have Prayer, the Key, At our girdles, letting out our selves in the morning under his Providence, we have him for our God,
2. Servants and Children, acquainted with their Duties, framed to that Worship of God, fitted for publick Prayer, &c. 3. Superiors in Families hereby are under rich Promises, Gen. 18.17. 4. Affaires of the whole sanctified, 1 Tim. 4.5. I I. Secret Prayer, Mat. 6.6. This kind instituted,
2. Servants and Children, acquainted with their Duties, framed to that Worship of God, fitted for public Prayer, etc. 3. Superiors in Families hereby Are under rich Promises, Gen. 18.17. 4. Affaires of the Whole sanctified, 1 Tim. 4.5. I I Secret Prayer, Mathew 6.6. This kind instituted,
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and so in other relations, — Sat•n, and corrupt nature, would soon cut the cords of amity, dissolve bands, knit angry looks, weave vexations gestures, contrive evil surmises, hinder domestick Prayer, &c. 2. Manner. Secret Prayer is elbow-room-Duty.
and so in other relations, — Sat•n, and corrupt nature, would soon Cut the cords of amity, dissolve bans, knit angry looks, weave vexations gestures, contrive evil surmises, hinder domestic Prayer, etc. 2. Manner. Secret Prayer is elbow-room-Duty.
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1. My eldest Son in the Closet. Read 1 Cor. 11.22. (though in another case) What have you not houses to Pray in, or despise you the Church? I mean, forsake you the assembling of your selves together? for one duty to swallow up another, it spoiles All. The whole City to be in the Gates, is not good.
1. My eldest Son in the Closet. Read 1 Cor. 11.22. (though in Another case) What have you not houses to Pray in, or despise you the Church? I mean, forsake you the assembling of your selves together? for one duty to swallow up Another, it spoils All. The Whole city to be in the Gates, is not good.
1. It may be thou makest thy closet but a creephole, hiding thy self from reproof, pleading that thy heart is as good as those that make the greatest shew.
1. It may be thou Makest thy closet but a creephole, hiding thy self from reproof, pleading that thy heart is as good as those that make the greatest show.
Art thou a King in thy House, as Jezebel (in a far different case) said, Dost thou now govern the Kingdom? Dost thou give up thy Lordship? Lose not thy Authority, O King, say, I and my House will serve the Lord.
Art thou a King in thy House, as Jezebel (in a Far different case) said, Dost thou now govern the Kingdom? Dost thou give up thy Lordship? Loose not thy authority, Oh King, say, I and my House will serve the Lord.
Be not ashamed of Christ, who is not ashamed of thee his Brother, but fear lest be be ashamed of thee when he cometh in the Glory of his Father, with the holy Angels, Mark. 8.38. 3. My thronging family business will not permit.
Be not ashamed of christ, who is not ashamed of thee his Brother, but Fear lest be be ashamed of thee when he comes in the Glory of his Father, with the holy Angels, Mark. 8.38. 3. My thronging family business will not permit.
Answ. As we are to pray with all Prayer, so to watch with al Watchfulness; not only to watch in prayer, and after to hear God's answer, but unto Prayer.
Answer As we Are to pray with all Prayer, so to watch with all Watchfulness; not only to watch in prayer, and After to hear God's answer, but unto Prayer.
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Though I give thee the allowance of that weighty duty of Family-Prayer, yea, if thou couldst truly say (with the young man) Thus have I prayed from my youth up, what lack I yet? I must answer thee, One Prayer more is wanting, i. e. Publick Prayer.
Though I give thee the allowance of that weighty duty of Family prayer, yea, if thou Couldst truly say (with the young man) Thus have I prayed from my youth up, what lack I yet? I must answer thee, One Prayer more is wanting, i. e. Public Prayer.
and to pray for Justification, in that Petition, Forgive us our trespasses, but not for Sanctification in that following, and lead us not into temptation, it measures not out the blood of Christ rightly, which reacheth to the purifying of his People as well as pardoning:
and to pray for Justification, in that Petition, Forgive us our Trespasses, but not for Sanctification in that following, and led us not into temptation, it measures not out the blood of christ rightly, which reaches to the purifying of his People as well as pardoning:
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because of something wanting, the foresaid Prayer is but a mutile, halting prayer. So when one limb is cut off, all Prayer is maimed: thy Deed is imperfect.
Because of something wanting, the foresaid Prayer is but a mutile, halting prayer. So when one limb is Cut off, all Prayer is maimed: thy Deed is imperfect.
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Thou hast both House and Land, but not the Commons thereunto belonging. II. Family Prayer. First, If there be nothing but this Family-Prayer, it is not one half of All.
Thou hast both House and Land, but not the Commons thereunto belonging. II Family Prayer. First, If there be nothing but this Family prayer, it is not one half of All.
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In those times David wisheth to have occasion of publick worshipping again, and accounts highly of what he did formerly enjoy, having gone with the multi•ude to serve God in publick. III. Publick Prayer.
In those times David wishes to have occasion of public worshipping again, and accounts highly of what he did formerly enjoy, having gone with the multi•ude to serve God in public. III. Public Prayer.
but where is the Lamb? Here is indeed Sacrifice and fat of Rams, but where is Obedience and hearkning to all that the Lord hath given in charge? Secondly.
but where is the Lamb? Here is indeed Sacrifice and fat of Rams, but where is obedience and Harkening to all that the Lord hath given in charge? Secondly.
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Though thy house be a Church, resembling it in this duty of Prayer; Domum vestram non parvam Christi Ecclesiam deputamus, as of Juliana, to whom Augustine writ:
Though thy house be a Church, resembling it in this duty of Prayer; Domum vestram non parvam Christ Church deputamus, as of Juliana, to whom Augustine writ:
2. Let the truly practical judge, whether I be too bold, in saying, that those that resolutely turn aside to crooked wayes, of judgment, of manners, are such,
2. Let the truly practical judge, whither I be too bold, in saying, that those that resolutely turn aside to crooked ways, of judgement, of manners, Are such,
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The first is, the first step and degree of Christ's Exaltation, namely his Resurrection, which is confirmed by Scripture, by Witnesses who saw him, handled him,
The First is, the First step and degree of Christ's Exaltation, namely his Resurrection, which is confirmed by Scripture, by Witnesses who saw him, handled him,
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He who was alwayes in the days of his flesh on Mount - Gerizzim, to Bless and Pray for his Disciples, cannot be so changed as to ascend Mount - Ebal, to Curse at last.
He who was always in the days of his Flesh on Mount - Gerizzim, to Bless and Pray for his Disciples, cannot be so changed as to ascend Mount - Ebal, to Curse At last.
In this last part, Christs Valediction, you have, 1. An Agent — and that is Jesus Christ, who is blessed for ever, to whom all power in Heaven and Earth was given, who undertook no Office without Call, nor exercised any without Authority;
In this last part, Christ Valediction, you have, 1. an Agent — and that is jesus christ, who is blessed for ever, to whom all power in Heaven and Earth was given, who undertook no Office without Call, nor exercised any without authority;
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and they were a select number, chosen out of the world, given into his hand, called to be Witnesses of Christ's Sufferings, Resurrection and Ascension, and to Preach the Gospel.
and they were a select number, chosen out of the world, given into his hand, called to be Witnesses of Christ's Sufferings, Resurrection and Ascension, and to Preach the Gospel.
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1. The Place, Bethany, it was a Village about fifteen furlongs from Jerusalem, the Town of Mary and Martha and Lazarus, where Christ raised Lazarus, John 11.1, 8, 18. Bethany at the mount of Olives, so it is called, Mark 11.1.
1. The Place, Bethany, it was a Village about fifteen furlongs from Jerusalem, the Town of Marry and Martha and Lazarus, where christ raised Lazarus, John 11.1, 8, 18. Bethany At the mount of Olive, so it is called, Mark 11.1.
were met in a house, and had the doors shut for fear of the Jews, and Christ came and said, Peace be unto you. He might at his Ascension have Blessed his Disciples in the Temple,
were met in a house, and had the doors shut for Fear of the jews, and christ Come and said, Peace be unto you. He might At his Ascension have Blessed his Disciples in the Temple,
but the main reason is, because he would have a select number to be eye witnesses, to testifie to the world that he ascended, according to Acts 10.40, 41. Him God raised up the third day,
but the main reason is, Because he would have a select number to be eye Witnesses, to testify to the world that he ascended, according to Acts 10.40, 41. Him God raised up the third day,
or other Witnesses of his Ascension, but took only his Disciples into some part of the Mount Olivet, to be Witnesses of his departure from us, in respect of the humane nature, till the last day.
or other Witnesses of his Ascension, but took only his Disciples into Some part of the Mount Olivet, to be Witnesses of his departure from us, in respect of the humane nature, till the last day.
He was seen of his Apostles forty dayes after his Resurrection, and now that they must see him no longer on earth, he would shew them not only his hands and his feet (as sometimes he did for the strengthening of their Faith) but his heart enlarged in love and compassion, his bowels yearning towards them, he here kisseth them with the kisses of his mouth,
He was seen of his Apostles forty days After his Resurrection, and now that they must see him no longer on earth, he would show them not only his hands and his feet (as sometime he did for the strengthening of their Faith) but his heart enlarged in love and compassion, his bowels yearning towards them, he Here Kisses them with the Kisses of his Mouth,
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Where observe, it is arrogance and great presumption in the Papists to say, for the upholding of their Crucifixes and Crossings, that its very like that Christ Blessed them with his arms cross,
Where observe, it is arrogance and great presumption in the Papists to say, for the upholding of their Crucifixes and Crossings, that its very like that christ Blessed them with his arms cross,
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See Rhem. Testam. Where Jacob (as is evident from the text) laid his right hand on the head of the younger, by a Spirit of prophecy, fore-telling that he should be the greater,
See Rhem Testament. Where Jacob (as is evident from the text) laid his right hand on the head of the younger, by a Spirit of prophecy, foretelling that he should be the greater,
and at not all in favour of any their superstitious use of the sign of the Cross, whereof Valentinus the Heretick was the first that made any great account;
and At not all in favour of any their superstitious use of the Signen of the Cross, whereof Valentinus the Heretic was the First that made any great account;
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We may then conclude it is a cursed addition of the Rhemists, who presume to father that upon Jacob, nay, on the Lord Christ, which is indeed but a Novel fancy, not in any estimation with the Apostles,
We may then conclude it is a cursed addition of the Rhemists, who presume to father that upon Jacob, nay, on the Lord christ, which is indeed but a Novel fancy, not in any estimation with the Apostles,
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so as men must not worship at all, nor enjoy their properties without them; since lifting up of the hands is but a natural gesture of Reverence and Authority;
so as men must not worship At all, nor enjoy their properties without them; since lifting up of the hands is but a natural gesture of reverence and authority;
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1. Christ ascended into Heaven: 2. Christ blessed his Disciples at his Ascension. 1. Jesus Christ went into Heaven, 1 Pet. 3.22. There are three Reasons why Christ ascended:
1. christ ascended into Heaven: 2. christ blessed his Disciples At his Ascension. 1. jesus christ went into Heaven, 1 Pet. 3.22. There Are three Reasons why christ ascended:
Christ was typified in the High-Priest's going into the second Tabernacle alone once every year, not without blood, Heb. 9.7, 24. Christ is entred not into those Holy places made with hands, which are NONLATINALPHABET, the figure of the true,
christ was typified in the Highpriest's going into the second Tabernacle alone once every year, not without blood, Hebrew 9.7, 24. christ is entered not into those Holy places made with hands, which Are, the figure of the true,
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but into Heaven it self, now to appear in the presence of God for us. It was prophesied of Christ, Psal. 68.18. Thou hast ascended on high, thou hast led captivity captive.
but into Heaven it self, now to appear in the presence of God for us. It was prophesied of christ, Psalm 68.18. Thou hast ascended on high, thou hast led captivity captive.
Ought not Christ to suffer, and enter into his Glory? Luke 24.26. The Vision of Christ's glorified Body is reserved for Heaven in mercy, one glimpse thereof in the Transfiguration put Peter in a trance. Christ ascended to be glorified.
Ought not christ to suffer, and enter into his Glory? Luke 24.26. The Vision of Christ's glorified Body is reserved for Heaven in mercy, one glimpse thereof in the Transfiguration put Peter in a trance. christ ascended to be glorified.
and servants? Lord, hadst thou been here, my brother had not dyed, said Martha: So may poor desolate souls say, Lord, hadst thou been on Earth still, this evil,
and Servants? Lord, Hadst thou been Here, my brother had not died, said Martha: So may poor desolate Souls say, Lord, Hadst thou been on Earth still, this evil,
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Saddest providences and most terrible things, whereby God answereth his People, often carry a great deal of sweetness and comfort in them, which we through ignorance and unbelief hardly discern.
Saddest providences and most terrible things, whereby God Answers his People, often carry a great deal of sweetness and Comfort in them, which we through ignorance and unbelief hardly discern.
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They asked him not, whither goest thou? and therefore sorrow filled their hearts, John 16.5, 6, 7. they did not look to the sweet Fruit which they should reap of his Departure;
They asked him not, whither goest thou? and Therefore sorrow filled their hearts, John 16.5, 6, 7. they did not look to the sweet Fruit which they should reap of his Departure;
But particularly, You have Christ's Word for it, which should silence all objections, and questioning thoughts. John. 16.7. Nevertheless, I tell you the truth, it is expedient for you that I go away.
But particularly, You have Christ's Word for it, which should silence all objections, and questioning thoughts. John. 16.7. Nevertheless, I tell you the truth, it is expedient for you that I go away.
2. Christ's Ascension was expedient for us, that he might intercede for us in Heaven, and now appear in the Presence of God for us, Heb. 9.24. and that we might have that consolation, 1 Joh. 2.2. If any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the Righteous. And Heb. 7.25. He ever liveth to make intercession.
2. Christ's Ascension was expedient for us, that he might intercede for us in Heaven, and now appear in the Presence of God for us, Hebrew 9.24. and that we might have that consolation, 1 John 2.2. If any man since, we have an Advocate with the Father, jesus christ the Righteous. And Hebrew 7.25. He ever lives to make Intercession.
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and he is answered with good and comfortable words, I am returned with Mercies to Jerusalem, as it follows, ver. 16. The Lord Christ standeth as with a golden Censer, having much Incense, which he offereth with the Prayers of Saints on the Golden Altar before the Throne;
and he is answered with good and comfortable words, I am returned with mercies to Jerusalem, as it follows, ver. 16. The Lord christ Stands as with a golden Censer, having much Incense, which he Offereth with the Prayers of Saints on the Golden Altar before the Throne;
3. It was expedient for us that Christ should ascend, that he might send the Spirit, the Comforter. Joh. 16.7. If I go away, the Comforter will not come unto you;
3. It was expedient for us that christ should ascend, that he might send the Spirit, the Comforter. John 16.7. If I go away, the Comforter will not come unto you;
The sending of the Spiri•, to lead Believers into Truth, to convince the World, to help Believers Infirmities, to quicken, to comfort, to stablish them,
The sending of the Spiri•, to led Believers into Truth, to convince the World, to help Believers Infirmities, to quicken, to Comfort, to establish them,
and left nothing undone of the great Work which he undertook. Heb. 9.12. By his own Blood he entred once into the holy Place, having obtained Eternal Redemption for us.
and left nothing undone of the great Work which he undertook. Hebrew 9.12. By his own Blood he entered once into the holy Place, having obtained Eternal Redemption for us.
Take the Application in four Particulars, briefly. 1. Christ is gone to Heaven. Be not deceived by false christ's; Such shall come, Mat. 24.24. O remember he is not here, but ascended, as he told his Disciples:
Take the Application in four Particulars, briefly. 1. christ is gone to Heaven. Be not deceived by false Christ's; Such shall come, Mathew 24.24. O Remember he is not Here, but ascended, as he told his Disciples:
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but) for denying Transubstantiation, or the bodily Presence of Christ in the Lord's Supper (however now-a-dayes, some bespatter them) had a sure Foundation to build on.
but) for denying Transubstantiation, or the bodily Presence of christ in the Lord's Supper (however nowadays, Some bespatter them) had a sure Foundation to built on.
Why do ye grovel on Earth, when Christ your best Friend is in Heaven? What on Earth can satisfie? or what is to be desired when Christ is gone? Well may Believers desire, with the Apostle, Phil. 1•. 23. to be dissolved, and be with Christ, which is far better.
Why do you grovel on Earth, when christ your best Friend is in Heaven? What on Earth can satisfy? or what is to be desired when christ is gone? Well may Believers desire, with the Apostle, Philip 1•. 23. to be dissolved, and be with christ, which is Far better.
but more gloriously attended, more manifest, every eye shall see him. Blessed is that Servant, whom his Lord when he cometh shall find watching, Luke 12.37. We are left to trade with talents, our Lord will come and reckon with us, Mat. 25.19. Be ready, for the Son of Man cometh in an hour when ye think not, Luke 12.40. O let us watch. 4. Lastly.
but more gloriously attended, more manifest, every eye shall see him. Blessed is that Servant, whom his Lord when he comes shall find watching, Lycia 12.37. We Are left to trade with Talents, our Lord will come and reckon with us, Mathew 25.19. Be ready, for the Son of Man comes in an hour when you think not, Lycia 12.40. O let us watch. 4. Lastly.
when he prayed, The Angel that redeemed me from all evil, bless the lads, Gen. 48.9, & 16. 3. To bless, is to pronounce a blessing, and that either in the way of an ordinary Ministry.
when he prayed, The Angel that redeemed me from all evil, bless the lads, Gen. 48.9, & 16. 3. To bless, is to pronounce a blessing, and that either in the Way of an ordinary Ministry.
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So Jacob blessed his Sons, when he told them what should befal them in the last dayes, Gen. 49. And Balaam prophesying the prosperity of Israel, is said to have blessed them altogether, Numb. 24.10. 4. To Bless, is to make blessed, to give as well as speak a blessing. So Israel was blessed effectually. Numb. 22.12. Curse them not, for they are blessed.
So Jacob blessed his Sons, when he told them what should befall them in the last days, Gen. 49. And balaam prophesying the Prosperity of Israel, is said to have blessed them altogether, Numb. 24.10. 4. To Bless, is to make blessed, to give as well as speak a blessing. So Israel was blessed effectually. Numb. 22.12. Curse them not, for they Are blessed.
Thus there are Blessings spiritual, and Blessings temporal; Blessings of basket and store, &c. 5. To bless, is to set apart from a common, to a holy and spiritual use.
Thus there Are Blessings spiritual, and Blessings temporal; Blessings of basket and store, etc. 5. To bless, is to Set apart from a Common, to a holy and spiritual use.
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The two main springs whence his Blessing slowed, are his Love and his Faithfulness; which two were the reasons of his Humiliation and Transactions. He loved his Elect;
The two main springs whence his Blessing slowed, Are his Love and his Faithfulness; which two were the Reasons of his Humiliation and Transactions. He loved his Elect;
He loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own Blood, Rev. 1.5. His Father had appointed Him, and promised Him to bless, and he faithfully performed it.
He loved us, and washed us from our Sins in his own Blood, Rev. 1.5. His Father had appointed Him, and promised Him to bless, and he faithfully performed it.
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2. Jesus Christ would have his Disciples, and all that should believe in his Name, to know that he carried the same Heart to Heaven with him, that he had on Earth;
2. jesus christ would have his Disciples, and all that should believe in his Name, to know that he carried the same Heart to Heaven with him, that he had on Earth;
The Apostle mentioneth this Covenant with Abraham, Acts 3.25, 26. and sheweth that Christ came to bless, in pursuit of that Covenant, and to fulfil Scripture.
The Apostle mentioneth this Covenant with Abraham, Acts 3.25, 26. and shows that christ Come to bless, in pursuit of that Covenant, and to fulfil Scripture.
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Well, The Lord God had given Him the Tongue of the Learned, to speak a word in due season, to him that is weary, anointed Him to comfort them that mourn;
Well, The Lord God had given Him the Tongue of the Learned, to speak a word in due season, to him that is weary, anointed Him to Comfort them that mourn;
they could ill let him go, except he bless them; and He giveth them a rich Legacy, My Peace I give unto you, John 14.27. and here a Blessing which proved very effactual to turn their grief into Joy: For it followeth in the next verse after my Text, They returned to Jerusalem with great Joy.
they could ill let him go, except he bless them; and He gives them a rich Legacy, My Peace I give unto you, John 14.27. and Here a Blessing which proved very effactual to turn their grief into Joy: For it follows in the next verse After my Text, They returned to Jerusalem with great Joy.
Christ's good Will was not only to his Disciples, but also to all that shall believe through their word, John 17.20. 6. Jesus Christ ascended, Blessing, that he might arm his Disciples against Persecutions and Difficulties, which they must afterwards encounter:
Christ's good Will was not only to his Disciples, but also to all that shall believe through their word, John 17.20. 6. jesus christ ascended, Blessing, that he might arm his Disciples against Persecutions and Difficulties, which they must afterwards encounter:
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It was his Coronation Day, the Day of the gladness of his heart, he was entring into his Ivory-Palace with gladness, where all the Host of Heaven must ascribe Glory to Him;
It was his Coronation Day, the Day of the gladness of his heart, he was entering into his Ivory-Palace with gladness, where all the Host of Heaven must ascribe Glory to Him;
Render not railing for railing, but contrariwise, Blessing; for ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a Blessing, 1 Pet. 3.9. Here is a fair Copy to write after, a good Lesson, well becoming true Christians:
Render not railing for railing, but contrariwise, Blessing; for you Are thereunto called, that you should inherit a Blessing, 1 Pet. 3.9. Here is a fair Copy to write After, a good lesson, well becoming true Christians:
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and forgiving one another, as God, for Christ's sake, hath forgiven you; Let the Fruits of the Spirit, Love, and Peace, and Meekness, be found in you, and abound.
and forgiving one Another, as God, for Christ's sake, hath forgiven you; Let the Fruits of the Spirit, Love, and Peace, and Meekness, be found in you, and abound.
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God's anger will smoke against that man, There is no peace to the wicked. The wicked flattereth himself, Psal. 26.2. but his iniquity will be found to be hatefull.
God's anger will smoke against that man, There is no peace to the wicked. The wicked Flattereth himself, Psalm 26.2. but his iniquity will be found to be hateful.
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mans blessing will stand in little stead when the Lord shall say, Depart ye cursed; It is not in all the creatures to render him a blessed man whom Christ doth not bless. To proceed;
men blessing will stand in little stead when the Lord shall say, Depart you cursed; It is not in all the creatures to render him a blessed man whom christ does not bless. To proceed;
Christ is the Emmanuel through whom there is peace on Earth, and goodwill towards men: he is the true Mercy-Seat with the wings of the Cherubims spread over it, whence the Lord will commune with his People;
christ is the Emmanuel through whom there is peace on Earth, and goodwill towards men: he is the true Mercy-Seat with the wings of the Cherubims spread over it, whence the Lord will commune with his People;
and will be with them in all places whithersoever they go, Gen. 28.12.13. — We read, Ruth 4.5. At what time the Kinsman must have the inheritance, he must have it at the hand of Ruth (to allude hereto) You can never inherit the Blessing unless you be espoused to Christ.
and will be with them in all places whithersoever they go, Gen. 28.12.13. — We read, Ruth 4.5. At what time the Kinsman must have the inheritance, he must have it At the hand of Ruth (to allude hereto) You can never inherit the Blessing unless you be espoused to christ.
Prayers are but as howlings, if they be not put up in the Name of Christ the only Mediator. Read Heb. 12.18. &c. you shall find the misery of souls without Christ, but their happiness being come to the Mediator of the New-Testament:
Prayers Are but as howlings, if they be not put up in the Name of christ the only Mediator. Read Hebrew 12.18. etc. you shall find the misery of Souls without christ, but their happiness being come to the Mediator of the New testament:
but through Christ from Mount Sion, whence better things are spoken than Abels blood spake. So, Ephes. 2.12. &c. Without Christ, and afar off, without God, having no hope, strangers to the promise;
but through christ from Mount Sion, whence better things Are spoken than Abel's blood spoke. So, Ephesians 2.12. etc. Without christ, and afar off, without God, having no hope, Strangers to the promise;
God is a terrible Judg, a consuming Fire to men out of Christ, but in him a Gracious Father, reconciling this world to himself, not imputing iniquities: Ephes. 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual Blessings — But how? or for whose sake? Why, in Christ, only on his account, In him we have redemption, the remssion of sin, ver. 7. God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you, Ephes. 4.32. Jesus Christ is the Light of the world, without which darkness, horrour and perpetual confusion had been upon all mankind;
God is a terrible Judge, a consuming Fire to men out of christ, but in him a Gracious Father, reconciling this world to himself, not imputing iniquities: Ephesians 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual Blessings — But how? or for whose sake? Why, in christ, only on his account, In him we have redemption, the remssion of since, ver. 7. God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you, Ephesians 4.32. jesus christ is the Light of the world, without which darkness, horror and perpetual confusion had been upon all mankind;
The Prophet that shall presume to speak a word in my Name, which I have not commanded him to speak, even that Prophet shall die. And Mat. 5.19. Whosoever shall break one of these least Commandments, and teach men so, he shall be called the Least in the Kingdom of Heaven.
The Prophet that shall presume to speak a word in my Name, which I have not commanded him to speak, even that Prophet shall die. And Mathew 5.19. Whosoever shall break one of these lest commandments, and teach men so, he shall be called the lest in the Kingdom of Heaven.
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he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting, &c. 1 Tim. 6.1, 2. Could I find the things which (it is probable) are shutting the mouths of many hundreds of learned, consciencious Ministers, expressed in,
he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting, etc. 1 Tim. 6.1, 2. Could I find the things which (it is probable) Are shutting the mouths of many hundreds of learned, conscientious Ministers, expressed in,
or by good consequence to be drawn from the Scriptures (which I am sure are sufficient to furnish the Man of God throughly to every good work, 2 Tim. 3.17.) I would not for a World divest my self of the Liberty of my Ministry,
or by good consequence to be drawn from the Scriptures (which I am sure Are sufficient to furnish the Man of God thoroughly to every good work, 2 Tim. 3.17.) I would not for a World divest my self of the Liberty of my Ministry,
I this day appeal to the most High (with the Prophet, Jer. 17.16.) As for me I have not hastened from being a Pastor to follow thee, O Lord thou knowest;
I this day appeal to the most High (with the Prophet, Jer. 17.16.) As for me I have not hastened from being a Pastor to follow thee, Oh Lord thou Knowest;
but I'le patiently commit my self to Him that judgeth righteously, endeavouring to follow his steps, who became poor, that we might be made rich, and suffered greater things for me than I can do for him;
but I'll patiently commit my self to Him that Judgeth righteously, endeavouring to follow his steps, who became poor, that we might be made rich, and suffered greater things for me than I can do for him;
Now the Lord Christ who went to Heaven, blessing, bless you this day with the best of Blessings, the sure Mercies of David, and lasting Benefits of the everlasting Covenant!
Now the Lord christ who went to Heaven, blessing, bless you this day with the best of Blessings, the sure mercies of David, and lasting Benefits of the everlasting Covenant!
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And God, even the Father, for Christ's sake, grant, that you and I, who are this day parting with grieved hearts, may at last meet with joy, having all tears wiped from our eyes,
And God, even the Father, for Christ's sake, grant, that you and I, who Are this day parting with grieved hearts, may At last meet with joy, having all tears wiped from our eyes,
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In the last day, that great day of the Feast, Jesus stood and cryed, If any man thirst, let him come to me and drink, John 7.37. The Apostle at Troas ready to depart the morrow, preached long at his parting with the Elders of the Church of Ephesus, who must see his face no more;
In the last day, that great day of the Feast, jesus stood and cried, If any man thirst, let him come to me and drink, John 7.37. The Apostle At Troas ready to depart the morrow, preached long At his parting with the Elders of the Church of Ephesus, who must see his face no more;
how fervently did he preach and pray? Acts 20. Two of Luthers wishes were, That he might have seen Christ in the flesh, and have heard Paul preach. But my Brethren, what tongue can express the worth of their Farewel-Sermons!
how fervently did he preach and pray? Acts 20. Two of Luthers wishes were, That he might have seen christ in the Flesh, and have herd Paul preach. But my Brothers, what tongue can express the worth of their Farewel-Sermons!
how gladly would I leave you all in the Arms of Jesus Christ? Shall I leave any of you wedded to your sins and lusts? Shall I leave any of you glued to the world,
how gladly would I leave you all in the Arms of jesus christ? Shall I leave any of you wedded to your Sins and Lustiest? Shall I leave any of you glued to the world,
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Unum erat, &c. said Monica to her son Augustine, It was one thing for which I desired to live a little longer, that I might see thee a Christian ere I dye:
Unum erat, etc. said Monica to her son Augustine, It was one thing for which I desired to live a little longer, that I might see thee a Christian ere I die:
So say I to you this day (whose cheeks I see bedewed with tears) If my heart deceive me not, I desire my Natural and Civil life a little longer, that I might see you Israelites indeed, and grown in Grace.
So say I to you this day (whose cheeks I see bedewed with tears) If my heart deceive me not, I desire my Natural and Civil life a little longer, that I might see you Israelites indeed, and grown in Grace.
So far am I from murmuring at this sad providence, exercising me this day, that I bless God (who bringeth good out of evil) that hath given so many of his Ministers opportunity and hearts to confute those Scandals, cast on them by unstable souls, of being Hirelings, Baals Priests, greedy Dogs;
So Far am I from murmuring At this sad providence, exercising me this day, that I bless God (who brings good out of evil) that hath given so many of his Ministers opportunity and hearts to confute those Scandals, cast on them by unstable Souls, of being Hirelings, Baal's Priests, greedy Dogs;
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Balaams, loving the wages of unrighteousness; Diotrephes, and loving preheminence; preaching for filthy lucre; supposing Gain to be Godliness, &c. from whom men ought to withdraw themselves.
Balaams, loving the wages of unrighteousness; Diotrephes, and loving pre-eminence; preaching for filthy lucre; supposing Gain to be Godliness, etc. from whom men ought to withdraw themselves.
that ye are easily perverted, marvelous soon shaken (See Gal. 1.6, 7, 8, 9.) and your minds corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ, to fall in love with will-worship and empty things of mans devising;
that you Are Easily perverted, marvelous soon shaken (See Gal. 1.6, 7, 8, 9.) and your minds corrupted from the simplicity that is in christ, to fallen in love with will-worship and empty things of men devising;
So let me have cause to rejoyce, and say, My God hath granted my desire, letting me see you that were serving divers lusts, serving the Lord Christ;
So let me have cause to rejoice, and say, My God hath granted my desire, letting me see you that were serving diverse Lustiest, serving the Lord christ;
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In his Name who was preaching of old by his Spirit in Noahs time, to souls that by their obstinacy and disobedience are in prison, in Hell, 1 Pet. 3.19. I come to tell you, that Except you Repent, ye shall all likewise perish;
In his Name who was preaching of old by his Spirit in Noahs time, to Souls that by their obstinacy and disobedience Are in prison, in Hell, 1 Pet. 3.19. I come to tell you, that Except you repent, you shall all likewise perish;
And O that this sad breach betwixt us this day, might occasion some poor souls to say, Periissem nisi periissem, I had been undone if I had not been undone.
And Oh that this sad breach betwixt us this day, might occasion Some poor Souls to say, Periissem nisi periissem, I had been undone if I had not been undone.
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— Keep the charge of the Lord thy God, that thou mayest prosper, 1 Kings 2.1, 2, 3, 4. My loving People, I am this day going the way of all that will live godly in Christ Jesus, the way of tribulation.
— Keep the charge of the Lord thy God, that thou Mayest prosper, 1 Kings 2.1, 2, 3, 4. My loving People, I am this day going the Way of all that will live godly in christ jesus, the Way of tribulation.
when his time of departure was at hand, charged Timothy ) that ye rest not without Interest in Christ; and I leave this Sermon (as Joshua did the Pillar) as a Memorial, that I admonished and besought you to come to Christ, and become his Servants.
when his time of departure was At hand, charged Timothy) that you rest not without Interest in christ; and I leave this Sermon (as joshua did the Pillar) as a Memorial, that I admonished and besought you to come to christ, and become his Servants.
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he is the Rose of Sharon, the Lilly of the Valley, the bright and morning Star, the Sun of Righteousness, chiefest among ten thousands, and altogether lovely:
he is the Rose of Sharon, the Lily of the Valley, the bright and morning Star, the Sun of Righteousness, chiefest among ten thousands, and altogether lovely:
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6. You must shortly appear before the Judge, to give account how you have profited by all the Sermons and Lectures you have heard, &c. 7. Now is the Ax laid at your roots, Judgment begining at the house of God;
6. You must shortly appear before the Judge, to give account how you have profited by all the Sermons and Lectures you have herd, etc. 7. Now is the Ax laid At your roots, Judgement beginning At the house of God;
that you obey him, if you hope for his Salvation? Had he bidden you do some great thing, should you not have done it? how much more when he requireth nothing but what is your reasonable service, befitting you as his Creatures? They are fair terms, Repent and be conuerted, that your sins may be blotted out;
that you obey him, if you hope for his Salvation? Had he bidden you do Some great thing, should you not have done it? how much more when he requires nothing but what is your reasonable service, befitting you as his Creatures? They Are fair terms, repent and be converted, that your Sins may be blotted out;
Is there but one day-Star to shine into your hearts? but one Son of Righteousness, with Healing under his wings? but one Sacrifice for sin accepted? But one Mediator betwixt God and Man, the Man Christ Jesus? O get interest in Him:
Is there but one day-Star to shine into your hearts? but one Son of Righteousness, with Healing under his wings? but one Sacrifice for since accepted? But one Mediator betwixt God and Man, the Man christ jesus? Oh get Interest in Him:
so certain to all that reject Christ? Oh! why do you draw back, when drawing back is unto Perdition? Know my Brethren, these things as much concern you as ever any souls in the world;
so certain to all that reject christ? Oh! why do you draw back, when drawing back is unto Perdition? Know my Brothers, these things as much concern you as ever any Souls in the world;
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what need have you of Christ, to be your Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption? without Him you are cursed, captivated and condemned, John 3.18.36.
what need have you of christ, to be your Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption? without Him you Are cursed, captivated and condemned, John 3.18.36.
nor any thing, but sin and its wages, Death: Nay, if you obey not whilest Christ calleth, Come unto me, you must with honour hear that other voice, Depart ye cursed: — Those mine enemies that would not that I should rule over them, bring forth and slay them before me.
nor any thing, but since and its wages, Death: Nay, if you obey not whilst christ calls, Come unto me, you must with honour hear that other voice, Depart you cursed: — Those mine enemies that would not that I should Rule over them, bring forth and slay them before me.
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You see Brethren al blessings are to be expected only through Christ. I beseech you go home and work these things on your hearts by meditation: wrestle for a Blessing;
You see Brothers all blessings Are to be expected only through christ. I beseech you go home and work these things on your hearts by meditation: wrestle for a Blessing;
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And in Noahs time he was preaching to save souls, would they have believed and obeyed. He sent all his Prophets of old, to testifie remission of sins to all that believe in Him, Acts 10.43. The Prophets testifie his tenderness.
And in Noahs time he was preaching to save Souls, would they have believed and obeyed. He sent all his prophets of old, to testify remission of Sins to all that believe in Him, Acts 10.43. The prophets testify his tenderness.
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Consult, Isa. 55. the seven first verses, Ho, every one that thirsteth — He will abundantly pardon. Isa. 40.11. He shall gather the Lambs, and carry them in his bosome. Isa. 42.3. A bruised Reed shall he not break.
Consult, Isaiah 55. the seven First Verses, Ho, every one that Thirsteth — He will abundantly pardon. Isaiah 40.11. He shall gather the Lambs, and carry them in his bosom. Isaiah 42.3. A Bruised Reed shall he not break.
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Isa. 61.1, 2, 3. He hath sent me to bind up the broken-hearted. Ezek. 18.23. Have I any pleasure that the wicked should dye? Psal. 72.12, 13, 14. He shall save the souls of the needy.
Isaiah 61.1, 2, 3. He hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted. Ezekiel 18.23. Have I any pleasure that the wicked should die? Psalm 72.12, 13, 14. He shall save the Souls of the needy.
And in his Name, my Beloved, I am this day declaring to you, That he is very willing and ready to receive any that will come to him, and would gather you as a Hen doth her Chickens under her wings;
And in his Name, my beloved, I am this day declaring to you, That he is very willing and ready to receive any that will come to him, and would gather you as a Hen does her Chickens under her wings;
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He loved the young-man that came running, kneeling, enquiring, Good Master, what shall I do? &c. and had the young-man liked the terms, the match had been made, the breach was not on Christ's part.
He loved the Young man that Come running, kneeling, inquiring, Good Master, what shall I do? etc. and had the Young man liked the terms, the match had been made, the breach was not on Christ's part.
Had you seen Him after sweating drops of Blood for you, ascending with such Expressions of hearty Love, could you have doubted? Had you seen his Hands lifted up in blessing his People on Earth, at his last farewel, could you doubt of his willingness to bless you?
Had you seen Him After sweating drops of Blood for you, ascending with such Expressions of hearty Love, could you have doubted? Had you seen his Hands lifted up in blessing his People on Earth, At his last farewell, could you doubt of his willingness to bless you?
Thirdly, he blesseth such as bless his Servants, and curseth them that curse them, Gen. 12.3. Fourthly, He blesseth his People for mens cursing, 2 Sam. 16.12. Fifthly, He turneth the Curse into a Blessing, Deut. 23.5. Sixthly, He hath variety of Blessings, Blessings of the Dew of Heaven, and of the Deep.
Thirdly, he Blesses such as bless his Servants, and Curseth them that curse them, Gen. 12.3. Fourthly, He Blesses his People for men's cursing, 2 Sam. 16.12. Fifthly, He turns the Curse into a Blessing, Deuteronomy 23.5. Sixthly, He hath variety of Blessings, Blessings of the Due of Heaven, and of the Deep.
After the Promise of Christ, as a Fountain open, the Lord engageth, the names of Idols shall be forgotten, and the false Prophet, shall pass out of the Land. Would you have blessings on a Congregatition? Good Teachers and all their abilities and success are from Christ, Eccles. 12.11. Ephes. 4.11.12. He hath a Blessing for the habitation of the Just. Prov. 3.33. Riches and Honour are his. Prov. 8.18. All fresh Springs are in him:
After the Promise of christ, as a Fountain open, the Lord engageth, the names of Idols shall be forgotten, and the false Prophet, shall pass out of the Land. Would you have blessings on a Congregatition? Good Teachers and all their abilities and success Are from christ, Eccles. 12.11. Ephesians 4.11.12. He hath a Blessing for the habitation of the Just. Curae 3.33. Riches and Honour Are his. Curae 8.18. All fresh Springs Are in him:
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From him flow Acceptance, Ephes. 1.6. Justification and Pardon, Mat. 9.6. 1 Cor. 6.11. Sanctification, Acts 3.26. Illumination, Col. 2.2. All the Treasures of Knowledge are hid in Him, and He openeth the eyes of the Blind:
From him flow Acceptance, Ephesians 1.6. Justification and Pardon, Mathew 9.6. 1 Cor. 6.11. Sanctification, Acts 3.26. Illumination, Col. 2.2. All the Treasures of Knowledge Are hid in Him, and He Openeth the eyes of the Blind:
Moreover, through Christ we have interest in the Promises, 2 Cor. 1.20. and right to all our Comforts and Priviledges, 1 Cor. 3.22, 23. All are yours, and ye are Christ's.
Moreover, through christ we have Interest in the Promises, 2 Cor. 1.20. and right to all our Comforts and Privileges, 1 Cor. 3.22, 23. All Are yours, and you Are Christ's.
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Briefly, Through Christ you have Everlasting Blessedness, Heb. 5.9. Rejoyce then in Christ Jesus, O ye Upright, ye are the blessed of the Lord, who went to Heaven blessing.
Briefly, Through christ you have Everlasting Blessedness, Hebrew 5.9. Rejoice then in christ jesus, Oh you Upright, you Are the blessed of the Lord, who went to Heaven blessing.
Read over your Charter & Priviledges through Christ; what is there wanting that heart could wish, for your selves, your Children, this life, or a better?
Read over your Charter & Privileges through christ; what is there wanting that heart could wish, for your selves, your Children, this life, or a better?
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How will Christ, do you think, bless his People at his second Coming? What a joyful meeting will there be of the Lamb and his Spouse, decked and adorned with Graces? how will he welcome his Bride when he cometh again, to receive her to abide with him, who left her whilest full of spots and wrinkles,
How will christ, do you think, bless his People At his second Coming? What a joyful meeting will there be of the Lamb and his Spouse, decked and adorned with Graces? how will he welcome his Bride when he comes again, to receive her to abide with him, who left her whilst full of spots and wrinkles,
O joyful Day, when our Lord Jesus, who went to Heaven With his Hands lifted up in Blessing, shall come to carry his People blessed, triumphantly in Heaven!
O joyful Day, when our Lord jesus, who went to Heaven With his Hands lifted up in Blessing, shall come to carry his People blessed, triumphantly in Heaven!
yet it so relates to David, that many passages do also respect Christ (of whom David was an eminent Type) so the 9th verse is applied, part of it, John 2.17. and the rest of it, Rom. 15.3. and so may more passages in it be applied.
yet it so relates to David, that many passages do also respect christ (of whom David was an eminent Type) so the 9th verse is applied, part of it, John 2.17. and the rest of it, Rom. 15.3. and so may more passages in it be applied.
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2. Prosecuted and urged with divers Arguments, whereof the first is drawn from the greatness of the calamity under which he lay, ver. 1, 2. Secondly, From his long waiting and earnest crying, his throat dried, his eyes fail, ver. 3. • Thirdly, From the number and nature of his enemies, more than the hairs of his head,
2. Prosecuted and urged with diverse Arguments, whereof the First is drawn from the greatness of the calamity under which he lay, ver. 1, 2. Secondly, From his long waiting and earnest crying, his throat dried, his eyes fail, ver. 3. • Thirdly, From the number and nature of his enemies, more than the hairs of his head,
Though the words may seem also to look another way, viz. to be Davids appeal to God concerning his innocency in those particulars, q. d. Thou Lord who knowest my foolishness, from whom my sins are not hid, knowest my innocency in the things whereof I am accused.
Though the words may seem also to look Another Way, viz. to be Davids appeal to God Concerning his innocency in those particulars, q. worser. Thou Lord who Knowest my foolishness, from whom my Sins Are not hid, Knowest my innocency in the things whereof I am accused.
When Job had to deal with men, he will maintain his integrity against their accusations, chap. 27.4, 5, 6. but when he hath to deal with God, he acknowledgeth his sin, will not stand upon his own justification;
When Job had to deal with men, he will maintain his integrity against their accusations, chap. 27.4, 5, 6. but when he hath to deal with God, he acknowledgeth his since, will not stand upon his own justification;
he will not plead, but supplicate, chap. 9. throughout. The Prophet Jeremiah grants the conclusion, chap. 12.1. though he defiers to debate with God about the prosperity of the wicked, and about God's permitting them to oppress and trample upon his People.
he will not plead, but supplicate, chap. 9. throughout. The Prophet Jeremiah grants the conclusion, chap. 12.1. though he defiers to debate with God about the Prosperity of the wicked, and about God's permitting them to oppress and trample upon his People.
yet let them eye God, and confider their carriage towards him, and they shall find cause enough to say, as Ezra 9.13. Thou hast punished us lesse than our iniquities deserve.
yet let them eye God, and confider their carriage towards him, and they shall find cause enough to say, as Ezra 9.13. Thou hast punished us less than our iniquities deserve.
It may seem hard that the poor Messengers of Christ, who desired nothing more but libery to speak to fouls that they might be saved, and have daily bread;
It may seem hard that the poor Messengers of christ, who desired nothing more but libery to speak to fouls that they might be saved, and have daily bred;
as were not necessary to be imposed by others, of which themselves cannot submit to, without losing the peace of their conscience, and credit of their Ministry;
as were not necessary to be imposed by Others, of which themselves cannot submit to, without losing the peace of their conscience, and credit of their Ministry;
if God should permit his enemies thus to insult, viz. that hereby the Godly would be ashamed and confounded, they would stumble and take offence at his sufferings.
if God should permit his enemies thus to insult, viz. that hereby the Godly would be ashamed and confounded, they would Stumble and take offence At his sufferings.
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Or it may be considered absolutely, and so the Text is a Petition, That God would prevent that sad consequence of his sufferings, by his seasonable deliverance, or some other way.
Or it may be considered absolutely, and so the Text is a Petition, That God would prevent that sad consequence of his sufferings, by his seasonable deliverance, or Some other Way.
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In the words thus considered, observe, first, to whom the petition is directed, viz. to God, described by a double Title, the one of Majesty, Lord God of Hosts; the other of Mercy, God of Israel.
In the words thus considered, observe, First, to whom the petition is directed, viz. to God, described by a double Title, the one of Majesty, Lord God of Hosts; the other of Mercy, God of Israel.
Divers observations would arise from each branch, but I shall only name three. Observe, 1. God's People are waiters on, and seekers of God. This I pass by.
Diverse observations would arise from each branch, but I shall only name three. Observe, 1. God's People Are waiters on, and seekers of God. This I pass by.
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The second of these I chiefly aim at, in prosecution whereof I shall, 1. Shew that it is so. 2. What it is that men stumble at in the Saints sufferings. 3. Whence it comes to pass.
The second of these I chiefly aim At, in prosecution whereof I shall, 1. Show that it is so. 2. What it is that men Stumble At in the Saints sufferings. 3. Whence it comes to pass.
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yet) in censuring and condemning him for an hypocrite, as appears in their debates with him? As David was well nigh gone, and had almost slipt at the consideration of his own sufferings,
yet) in censuring and condemning him for an hypocrite, as appears in their debates with him? As David was well High gone, and had almost slipped At the consideration of his own sufferings,
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even his People i. e. the People of God, ver. 10. But what need we multiply instances when we have one in stead of all, viz. the sufferings of Christ himself;
even his People i. e. the People of God, ver. 10. But what need we multiply instances when we have one in stead of all, viz. the sufferings of christ himself;
and forswears him, others of them stager and question whether he was (what he had declared himself) the Redeemer of Israel, Luke 24.21. all forsake him. The Sword awakes against the Shepherd, and the Seep are scattered, Zech. 13.7.
and forswears him, Others of them stager and question whither he was (what he had declared himself) the Redeemer of Israel, Lycia 24.21. all forsake him. The Sword awakes against the Shepherd, and the Seep Are scattered, Zechariah 13.7.
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yet that Seed hath not sprung up ordinarily till following ages, as for that present age wherein they suffered, their falling into troubles did cause others to fall off, and depart from them.
yet that Seed hath not sprung up ordinarily till following ages, as for that present age wherein they suffered, their falling into Troubles did cause Others to fallen off, and depart from them.
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men will shun that way wherein they see others plunged, and sticking in the mire. Therefore hath the holy Ghost laid in much for the prevention of this mischief.
men will shun that Way wherein they see Others plunged, and sticking in the mire. Therefore hath the holy Ghost laid in much for the prevention of this mischief.
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This seems to be the scope of Psalm 37. & 73. To this purpose are recorded both dreadful threatening against those that should be ashamed of Christ or his Members in their sufferings, such as Mark 8.38. and also precious promises to those that should boldly own, and openly profess him, Mat. 10.32. Luke 12.8. all which intimate that there is a propensity in the best to fall into that sin.
This seems to be the scope of Psalm 37. & 73. To this purpose Are recorded both dreadful threatening against those that should be ashamed of christ or his Members in their sufferings, such as Mark 8.38. and also precious promises to those that should boldly own, and openly profess him, Mathew 10.32. Lycia 12.8. all which intimate that there is a propensity in the best to fallen into that since.
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Let me only subjoyn this here (which I desire you to carry along with you through my whole discourse) That all do not stumble in the same kind, some are weakned and discouraged,
Let me only subjoin this Here (which I desire you to carry along with you through my Whole discourse) That all do not Stumble in the same kind, Some Are weakened and discouraged,
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Some again stumble by passing hard censures upon those whom they see too meet with hard measures in the world — These and divers other wayes, which we shall occasionally touch upon (though the Text points cheifly at one way) do men stumble at the sufferings of the Godly.
some again Stumble by passing hard censures upon those whom they see too meet with hard measures in the world — These and diverse other ways, which we shall occasionally touch upon (though the Text points chiefly At one Way) do men Stumble At the sufferings of the Godly.
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1. Sometimes men (even the Godly) stumble at the persons so afflicted, are ready to think hardly of them (as Jobs Friends of him) because God deals hardly with them.
1. Sometime men (even the Godly) Stumble At the Persons so afflicted, Are ready to think hardly of them (as Jobs Friends of him) Because God deals hardly with them.
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for there being upon every mans heart an indelible impress of God's vindictive Justice they know the [ NONLATINALPHABET ] Rom. 1.32. the Judgement of God, and that he is the Judge of the world, to inflict punishments on offenders;
for there being upon every men heart an indelible Impress of God's vindictive justice they know the [ ] Rom. 1.32. the Judgement of God, and that he is the Judge of the world, to inflict punishments on offenders;
a clear instance we have in the censure those Barbarians passed upon Paul, when they saw the Viper leap and fasten upon his hand, Acts 28.3, 4. Now this impression of the Divine Justice, remaining upon the Godly (as being indeed a part of their sanctification) they sometimes forgetting that afflictions are the portion of God's People,
a clear instance we have in the censure those Barbarians passed upon Paul, when they saw the Viper leap and fasten upon his hand, Acts 28.3, 4. Now this impression of the Divine justice, remaining upon the Godly (as being indeed a part of their sanctification) they sometime forgetting that afflictions Are the portion of God's People,
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See Psal. 69.8. 2 Tim. 4.16. This was our Saviours own case, Isa. 52.14. & 53.23. All in Asia, even Phygellus and Hermogenes turned away from Paul, 2 Tim. 1.15. Onesiphorus is almost the only man who was nor ashamed of his Chain, verse, 16. — It is so in any kind of affliction.
See Psalm 69.8. 2 Tim. 4.16. This was our Saviors own case, Isaiah 52.14. & 53.23. All in Asia, even Phygellus and Hermogenes turned away from Paul, 2 Tim. 1.15. Onesiphorus is almost the only man who was nor ashamed of his Chain, verse, 16. — It is so in any kind of affliction.
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But one of the saddest kinds of stumbling in this respect, is, when those that should be Comforters turn Censurers; when the Godly joyn with the Wicked in censuring their afflicted Brethren,
But one of the Saddest Kinds of stumbling in this respect, is, when those that should be Comforters turn Censurers; when the Godly join with the Wicked in censuring their afflicted Brothers,
yet how ordinary is it? If the conscience of a poor Christian have a more quick and lively sence of humane impositions, be more tender of violating Oaths, of corrupting God's Worship by mens Traditions;
yet how ordinary is it? If the conscience of a poor Christian have a more quick and lively sense of humane impositions, be more tender of violating Oaths, of corrupting God's Worship by men's Traditions;
or obstinate fool, even by those who profess to own the power of Godliness, though in these respects taking to themselves a greater latitude, both for their principles and practice.
or obstinate fool, even by those who profess to own the power of Godliness, though in these respects taking to themselves a greater latitude, both for their principles and practice.
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The rod of the Wicked — lest the Righteous put forth their hands unto iniquity, q.d. Even the Righteous are apt, by long and grievous afflictions, to be turned out of the way of Righteousness,
The rod of the Wicked — lest the Righteous put forth their hands unto iniquity, Q.d Even the Righteous Are apt, by long and grievous afflictions, to be turned out of the Way of Righteousness,
How many have turned their backs on Christ, when they have seen others carrying his Cross upon their shoulders? The story of that King of Morocco is sufficiently known, who would not be baptized into the Christian Faith,
How many have turned their backs on christ, when they have seen Others carrying his Cross upon their shoulders? The story of that King of Morocco is sufficiently known, who would not be baptised into the Christian Faith,
but blessed are they that are not offended at such things. Some such thing is intimated in that of Solomon, Prov. 25.26. A righteous man falling down before the wicked, is as a troubled fountain, or a corrupt spring.
but blessed Are they that Are not offended At such things. some such thing is intimated in that of Solomon, Curae 25.26. A righteous man falling down before the wicked, is as a troubled fountain, or a corrupt spring.
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and you know that not only the Jews, but even Barnabas himself was drawn away with his dissimulation, ver. 12, 23. This then may be the sense of David's Petition in the Text. Lord let me not by any weaknesses,
and you know that not only the jews, but even Barnabas himself was drawn away with his dissimulation, ver. 12, 23. This then may be the sense of David's Petition in the Text. Lord let me not by any Weaknesses,
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Christ hath not dealt as an Impostor, but hath told us the worst, as well as the best of Christianity, Mat. 16.25. he hath told us of forsaking houses, lands, &c. Mat. 10.17. — of being delivered up to Councils, scourged, cast out of the Synagogues, brought before Governours, &c. So Acts 14.22. 2 Tim. 3.12.
christ hath not dealt as an Impostor, but hath told us the worst, as well as the best of Christianity, Mathew 16.25. he hath told us of forsaking houses, Lands, etc. Mathew 10.17. — of being Delivered up to Councils, scourged, cast out of the Synagogues, brought before Governors, etc. So Acts 14.22. 2 Tim. 3.12.
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Yet when it comes to it indeed, we do not so seriously consider these things, nor remember them, either as to our own or others sufferings, as we ought.
Yet when it comes to it indeed, we do not so seriously Consider these things, nor Remember them, either as to our own or Others sufferings, as we ought.
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This was the case of the Apostles when our Saviour suffered: he had expresly foretold them of his sufferings, Mat. 16.21. yet they were slow of heart to believe;
This was the case of the Apostles when our Saviour suffered: he had expressly foretold them of his sufferings, Mathew 16.21. yet they were slow of heart to believe;
the effect these things had upon them, were but like the effects of some Romantick Tragedy, that excites some present affections, but leaves no lasting Impressions;
the Effect these things had upon them, were but like the effects of Some Romantic Tragedy, that excites Some present affections, but leaves no lasting Impressions;
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they had such deep and radicated apprehensions of Christ's earthly Kingdom, that they forgot all he spoke of his Death and Sufferings. Thus it is two often;
they had such deep and radicated apprehensions of Christ's earthly Kingdom, that they forgotten all he spoke of his Death and Sufferings. Thus it is two often;
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a notion indeed we have of sufferings, being the lot of God's Children, but we are wofully wanting when it comes to the Application, either in reference to our own or others condition;
a notion indeed we have of sufferings, being the lot of God's Children, but we Are woefully wanting when it comes to the Application, either in Referente to our own or Others condition;
Observable is that expression of the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, — While we look not at the things which are seen,
Observable is that expression of the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. For our Light affliction, which is but for a moment, — While we look not At the things which Are seen,
That is it indeed which makes the Godly account their own or their Brethrens Sufferings, light, momentary and inconsiderable, while they look, &c. — But while men pore altogether on their sufferings, no wonder if they are stumbled, and take offence:
That is it indeed which makes the Godly account their own or their Brothers' Sufferings, Light, momentary and inconsiderable, while they look, etc. — But while men poor altogether on their sufferings, no wonder if they Are stumbled, and take offence:
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or hereafter shall enjoy, that's the proper act of Faith. This occasions stumbling both wayes: For as to the wickeds prosperity, men look at what they have in the world, and thereuppon pronounce them happy;
or hereafter shall enjoy, that's the proper act of Faith. This occasions stumbling both ways: For as to the wickeds Prosperity, men look At what they have in the world, and thereupon pronounce them happy;
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that they have here their good things, and must hereafter be tormented, Luke 16. that they stand in slippery places, Psal. 73.17. and shall be suddenly tumbled into destruction.
that they have Here their good things, and must hereafter be tormented, Lycia 16. that they stand in slippery places, Psalm 73.17. and shall be suddenly tumbled into destruction.
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and what he desires of God, for the Godly, in reference to his Sufferings, I shall desire of you all in reference to my own and my Brethrens Sufferings at this day:
and what he Desires of God, for the Godly, in Referente to his Sufferings, I shall desire of you all in Referente to my own and my Brothers' Sufferings At this day:
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to the Wicked, and then to the Godly, that I may (if the Lord please) remove those stumbling blocks, at which both the one and the other are apt to fall and miscary,
to the Wicked, and then to the Godly, that I may (if the Lord please) remove those stumbling blocks, At which both the one and the other Are apt to fallen and miscarry,
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prejudice against •our persons, upon the account of our sufferings, may be prejudicial to the effect, that the Doctrine we have delivered might have upon your hearts.
prejudice against •our Persons, upon the account of our sufferings, may be prejudicial to the Effect, that the Doctrine we have Delivered might have upon your hearts.
May you but stand fast in the Faith, and presevere in practical piety, then though we be offered up upon the Sacrifice and Service of your Faith, we shall joy and rejoyce with you all:
May you but stand fast in the Faith, and presevere in practical piety, then though we be offered up upon the Sacrifice and Service of your Faith, we shall joy and rejoice with you all:
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but if you stumble at our Sufferings, as to dislike Holiness, to dis-esteem the sweet and good Wayes of God, it will be a bitter ingredient in our Cup.
but if you Stumble At our Sufferings, as to dislike Holiness, to disesteem the sweet and good Ways of God, it will be a bitter ingredient in our Cup.
Beloved, 'tis not for our own sakes only that we suffer, 'tis for your benefit, that you may be comforted & confirmed. Read 2 Cor. 1.6. Whether we he afflicted, it is for your Consolation & Salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same Sufferings which we also suffer.
beloved, it's not for our own sakes only that we suffer, it's for your benefit, that you may be comforted & confirmed. Read 2 Cor. 1.6. Whither we he afflicted, it is for your Consolation & Salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same Sufferings which we also suffer.
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— Should you take offence and be discouraged, or otherwise stumbled at our Afflictions, you would lose that advantage you might otherwise get by them;
— Should you take offence and be discouraged, or otherwise stumbled At our Afflictions, you would loose that advantage you might otherwise get by them;
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2. Yet we have cause to bless the Lord, that you have no worse things to lay to our charge, that you cannot write drunkards, loose, debaucht, unclean profligate Persons, upon our doors, when we are gone.
2. Yet we have cause to bless the Lord, that you have no Worse things to lay to our charge, that you cannot write drunkards, lose, debauched, unclean profligate Persons, upon our doors, when we Are gone.
I hope we shall not in the thoughts of those that are most prejudiced against us, suffer as Theeves, Murderers, Evil-doers, nor justly be charged, as busie bodies in other mens matters, 1 Pet. 4.15. It will not I hope be lookt upon as presumption, if we take up Samuels Apology, 1 Sam. 12.3. Whose Oxe have I taken? — Or Pauls, Acts 20.33. 2 Cor. 7.2.
I hope we shall not in the thoughts of those that Are most prejudiced against us, suffer as Thieves, Murderers, Evildoers, nor justly be charged, as busy bodies in other men's matters, 1 Pet. 4.15. It will not I hope be looked upon as presumption, if we take up Samuels Apology, 1 Sam. 12.3. Whose Ox have I taken? — Or Paul's, Acts 20.33. 2 Cor. 7.2.
First, Have we done more than our Commission warrants us? Have we not often told you the danger, That to eat and drink unworthily, is to eat and drink your own Damnation? Can you blame us if we have at once consulted your and our own safety? Will you quarrel or censure us,
First, Have we done more than our Commission warrants us? Have we not often told you the danger, That to eat and drink unworthily, is to eat and drink your own Damnation? Can you blame us if we have At once consulted your and our own safety? Will you quarrel or censure us,
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But, Secondly, Who hindred or deprived you of that Ordinance? was it not your own fault? Have you not been exhorted and entreated to come to us, that you might be instructed,
But, Secondly, Who hindered or deprived you of that Ordinance? was it not your own fault? Have you not been exhorted and entreated to come to us, that you might be instructed,
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and fitted for that Ordinance? yea, if you thought it too much to come to us, have we not offered upon the least invitation to come to you for that purpose? know you not that the Priests lips should preserve Knowledge, Mal. 2.7:
and fitted for that Ordinance? yea, if you Thought it too much to come to us, have we not offered upon the least invitation to come to you for that purpose? know you not that the Priests lips should preserve Knowledge, Malachi 2.7:
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nay, have we not often urged you with this consideration, That your absenting your selves upon the account of your ignorance, would be no excuse? that as it is a great sin to come without preparation,
nay, have we not often urged you with this consideration, That your absenting your selves upon the account of your ignorance, would be no excuse? that as it is a great since to come without preparation,
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as preaching Sedition, intermedling with State-Affaires, &c. I shall only intreat that you would review our Sermons, consider our Course of Preaching (which for the most part, hath been upon Catechetical Points) and see if there be any just cause to fasten such a Charge upon us.
as preaching Sedition, intermeddling with State-Affaires, etc. I shall only entreat that you would review our Sermons, Consider our Course of Preaching (which for the most part, hath been upon Catechetical Points) and see if there be any just cause to fasten such a Charge upon us.
we may if we please submit and continue in our Places, it is our wilfulness and obstinacy, fear of losing credit, adherence to a party, &c. that exposes us to suffering.
we may if we please submit and continue in our Places, it is our wilfulness and obstinacy, Fear of losing credit, adherence to a party, etc. that exposes us to suffering.
Consider but what Obligations are upon us to continue in our Places and Ministry, and then see how probable this harsh censure is. Twofold Obligation. First, Sacred.
Consider but what Obligations Are upon us to continue in our Places and Ministry, and then see how probable this harsh censure is. Twofold Obligation. First, Sacred.
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for as to the Office it self, none on Earth can deprive us of it.) I know that of the Apostle, 1 Cor. 9.16. A necessity is upon me — I remember that of our Saviour, Luke 9.62. No man having put his hand to the plow — It is not the heaviest burden (were it a burden only, not a sin) nor the greatest meer inconveniencies that should drive me from my Station.
for as to the Office it self, none on Earth can deprive us of it.) I know that of the Apostle, 1 Cor. 9.16. A necessity is upon me — I Remember that of our Saviour, Lycia 9.62. No man having put his hand to the blow — It is not the Heaviest burden (were it a burden only, not a since) nor the greatest mere inconveniences that should drive me from my Station.
and I desire to look upon it as a high dignity which the Lord hath conferd upon me, had I been but a Door-keeper in the House of God, &c. Psal. 84.10.
and I desire to look upon it as a high dignity which the Lord hath conferred upon me, had I been but a Doorkeeper in the House of God, etc. Psalm 84.10.
Now my Brethren, you must needs conclude him to have little conscience, or sence of duty left upon his spirit, who can out of meer humour and wilfulness, shake off such an Obligation:
Now my Brothers, you must needs conclude him to have little conscience, or sense of duty left upon his Spirit, who can out of mere humour and wilfulness, shake off such an Obligation:
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And this, Beloved, is my hope and confidence, as to my self, and many of my Brethren, that, should we out of a surly humour (or the like principle) out-run our Embassy, our own Consciences would raise a storm as effectual to reduce us,
And this, beloved, is my hope and confidence, as to my self, and many of my Brothers, that, should we out of a surly humour (or the like principle) outrun our Embassy, our own Consciences would raise a storm as effectual to reduce us,
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as that which brought back Jonah to Nineveh, when he fled to Tarshish: Conscience of Duty would, I hope, soon work out obstinacy and frowardness. Secondly, Civil.
as that which brought back Jonah to Nineveh, when he fled to Tarshish: Conscience of Duty would, I hope, soon work out obstinacy and frowardness. Secondly, Civil.
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and those, such (at least some of them) as for Parts, Piety, Prudence, and other moral and religious accomplishments, are not inferior to any in the Nation:
and those, such (At least Some of them) as for Parts, Piety, Prudence, and other moral and religious accomplishments, Are not inferior to any in the nation:
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2. But give me leave to put you in mind, That the things for which we suffer, are of that nature, that ordinary Christians are little able to judge of,
2. But give me leave to put you in mind, That the things for which we suffer, Are of that nature, that ordinary Christians Are little able to judge of,
now take a new Ordination, in a way (to say no more of it) that supposes me no Minister till then without notorious Dissembling both with God and Man? Should one of your selvs among whom I have exercised, urge on me this Dilemma, If you were no Minister before,
now take a new Ordination, in a Way (to say no more of it) that supposes me no Minister till then without notorious Dissembling both with God and Man? Should one of your selves among whom I have exercised, urge on me this Dilemma, If you were no Minister before,
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why did you Exercise in that Function, why did you Preach, Pray, and administer Sacraments as a publick Officer in the Church? how will you justifie the Baptizing of our Children,
why did you Exercise in that Function, why did you Preach, Pray, and administer Sacraments as a public Officer in the Church? how will you justify the Baptizing of our Children,
and administring to us the Lord's Supper? If you were, why do you now seek a New Commission? is your old Commission expired? &c. I seriously profess, Beloved, should I submit in this particular, my mouth would be stopt, I should have nothing to say against such an argument.
and administering to us the Lord's Supper? If you were, why do you now seek a New Commission? is your old Commission expired? etc. I seriously profess, beloved, should I submit in this particular, my Mouth would be stopped, I should have nothing to say against such an argument.
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The Question is not, whether men may impose the wearing of a White Garment, the making a Cross upon a Childs Fore-head, &c. but whether men may introduce into Gods Worship,
The Question is not, whither men may impose the wearing of a White Garment, the making a Cross upon a Child's Forehead, etc. but whither men may introduce into God's Worship,
Col. 2.15. (surely he that adds to the Worship, adds by consequence to the Word of God) If you say, What hurt is in them? I ask, Have they not a tendency to draw men off the spiritual Part of God's Worship, to rest in Formalities? do they not bring us into more bondage than the Jewish Church,
Col. 2.15. (surely he that adds to the Worship, adds by consequence to the Word of God) If you say, What hurt is in them? I ask, Have they not a tendency to draw men off the spiritual Part of God's Worship, to rest in Formalities? do they not bring us into more bondage than the Jewish Church,
but we, as to the nature and number of ours, are at mens arbitrement, and must not cease obeying, till they cease imposing? Do they not prove a sad stumbling-block to the more tenderly, consciencious Christians? and (to add no more) they must needs do hurt in that they do no good:
but we, as to the nature and number of ours, Are At men's arbitrement, and must not cease obeying, till they cease imposing? Do they not prove a sad stumbling-block to the more tenderly, conscientious Christians? and (to add no more) they must needs do hurt in that they do no good:
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The Command is, Rejoyce with them that rejoyce, and weep with them that weep, Rom. 12.15. remember them that are in bonds as if bound with them, Heb. 13.3.
The Command is, Rejoice with them that rejoice, and weep with them that weep, Rom. 12.15. Remember them that Are in bonds as if bound with them, Hebrew 13.3.
And for our present troubles, suppose it were upon the account of an erroneous Conscience (which is the worst that can rationally be supposed of us) yet so long as it is upon the account of Conscience, methinks it calls for your Pitty and Comp•ssion. But,
And for our present Troubles, suppose it were upon the account of an erroneous Conscience (which is the worst that can rationally be supposed of us) yet so long as it is upon the account of Conscience, methinks it calls for your Pity and Comp•ssion. But,
and then you will wish that you had both enjoyed and improved your faithful Monitors, who out of Love to your souls, durst not but speak against your sins.
and then you will wish that you had both enjoyed and improved your faithful Monitors, who out of Love to your Souls, durst not but speak against your Sins.
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there is danger of your stumbling (as the Text intimates) and therefore let me caution you also, Take heed you be not offended by, or stumble at our sufferings; many wayes you may miscarry;
there is danger of your stumbling (as the Text intimates) and Therefore let me caution you also, Take heed you be not offended by, or Stumble At our sufferings; many ways you may miscarry;
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Whether we be afflicted, it is for your Consolation — We are put to lead, that you may the more chearfully follow, if called to it. Phil. 1.14. Many of the Brethren in the Lord waxed confident by my bonds:
Whither we be afflicted, it is for your Consolation — We Are put to led, that you may the more cheerfully follow, if called to it. Philip 1.14. Many of the Brothers in the Lord waxed confident by my bonds:
It will be said to you in way of derision, as the Sons of the Prophet said to Elisha, 2 Kings 2.3. Knowest thou not that the Lord will take thy Master from thy head to day? So, know you not that your beloved Minister is a going? As they said to David, Psal. 42.10. Where is now thy God? So to you, Where is now your Minister, whom you almost made a God of? This will be a sword in your bones;
It will be said to you in Way of derision, as the Sons of the Prophet said to Elisha, 2 Kings 2.3. Knowest thou not that the Lord will take thy Master from thy head to day? So, know you not that your Beloved Minister is a going? As they said to David, Psalm 42.10. Where is now thy God? So to you, Where is now your Minister, whom you almost made a God of? This will be a sword in your bones;
But it is your part to arm your selves with Courage and Patience, and to observe that double Rule of Solomon, Prov. 26.4, 5. Answer not a Fool — that is, do not render Reproach for Reproach,
But it is your part to arm your selves with Courage and Patience, and to observe that double Rule of Solomon, Curae 26.4, 5. Answer not a Fool — that is, do not render Reproach for Reproach,
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Yet answer him according to his folly — that is, chide and rebuke him, let him know, that there is no such cause of rejoycing in the loss of a faithful Ministry, that he shall one day know the worth of that Mercy which now he dis-esteems and undervalues.
Yet answer him according to his folly — that is, chide and rebuke him, let him know, that there is no such cause of rejoicing in the loss of a faithful Ministry, that he shall one day know the worth of that Mercy which now he dis-esteems and undervalues.
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rather call to mind what we have spoken for your Confirmation, give diligence when we are gone, to have the things in remembrance which you have heard from us:
rather call to mind what we have spoken for your Confirmation, give diligence when we Are gone, to have the things in remembrance which you have herd from us:
and as an encouraging Word (with which I shall conclude) assure your selves, that even this sad Providence, is within the compass of those things in the Promise, which shall work for good to them that love God, Rom. 8.28. The loss of a Faithful Minister may be sanctified, to effect that good in and for you, which the Enjoyment hath not.
and as an encouraging Word (with which I shall conclude) assure your selves, that even this sad Providence, is within the compass of those things in the Promise, which shall work for good to them that love God, Rom. 8.28. The loss of a Faithful Minister may be sanctified, to Effect that good in and for you, which the Enjoyment hath not.
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and I hope it may be said of us, as of Abel, Heb. 11.4. though we are dead, we yet speak: And why may it not be hoped, that our Preaching out of that Pulpit, may be more effectal than out of this? That's a comfortable Word to those that can apply it, 1 Cor. 3.22. Whether Paul — all are yours;
and I hope it may be said of us, as of Abel, Hebrew 11.4. though we Are dead, we yet speak: And why may it not be hoped, that our Preaching out of that Pulpit, may be more effectal than out of this? That's a comfortable Word to those that can apply it, 1 Cor. 3.22. Whither Paul — all Are yours;
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and through Grace, I shall, in confidence thereof, say with the Apostle, Phil. 2.17. If I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your Faith, I joy and rejoyce with you all.
and through Grace, I shall, in confidence thereof, say with the Apostle, Philip 2.17. If I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your Faith, I joy and rejoice with you all.
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Let none of you stumble or take offence at our Sufferings. Let me humbly use the Words of our blessed Saviour, Mat. 11.16. Blessed is he that is not offended in us.
Let none of you Stumble or take offence At our Sufferings. Let me humbly use the Words of our blessed Saviour, Mathew 11.16. Blessed is he that is not offended in us.
and I doubt not but God in his own time, will manifest to the world, that his intentions (even in this thing) were good towards his faithful Ministers, and waiting People:
and I doubt not but God in his own time, will manifest to the world, that his intentions (even in this thing) were good towards his faithful Ministers, and waiting People:
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that this shall be the fruit, even the taking away of Jacobs sin, Isa. 27.9. and that the Lord will not forsake his People, nor cast away his Inheritance;
that this shall be the fruit, even the taking away of Jacobs since, Isaiah 27.9. and that the Lord will not forsake his People, nor cast away his Inheritance;
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I shall, as God enables, put it in practice on your behalf, and shall take up the Psalmists Words, Let not them that wait on thee be ashamed for my sake, O Lord God of Hosts:
I shall, as God enables, put it in practice on your behalf, and shall take up the Psalmists Words, Let not them that wait on thee be ashamed for my sake, Oh Lord God of Hosts:
IN the begining of this chapter the Lord Christ telleth his Disciples what they shall suffer in the world, that when sufferings came according to his prediction, they mi•ht not be offended at,
IN the beginning of this chapter the Lord christ Telleth his Disciples what they shall suffer in the world, that when sufferings Come according to his prediction, they mi•ht not be offended At,
and telleth them the reason why they shall undergo these sufferings from the world, from verse 1. to verse 5. 2. He acquainteth them with his departure out of the world, and that they should want his company and counsel, verse 5.6. 3. Yet Christ telleth them it is for their advantage that he goeth away;
and Telleth them the reason why they shall undergo these sufferings from the world, from verse 1. to verse 5. 2. He acquainteth them with his departure out of the world, and that they should want his company and counsel, verse 5.6. 3. Yet christ Telleth them it is for their advantage that he Goes away;
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especially in sending the Comforter verse, 7. And here he sheweth the Spirits Office, as to the world, from verse 7. to verse 12. Secondly, to them, from verse 12. to vers. 16. and and in the 16th verse he bringeth his discourse to a conclusion.
especially in sending the Comforter verse, 7. And Here he shows the Spirits Office, as to the world, from verse 7. to verse 12. Secondly, to them, from verse 12. to vers. 16. and and in the 16th verse he brings his discourse to a conclusion.
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4. We have the Disciples enquiring after the meaning of this discourse of Christs, from verse 17. to verse 20. To which he answereth, in declaring the sorrow they shall have after his departure,
4. We have the Disciples inquiring After the meaning of this discourse of Christ, from verse 17. to verse 20. To which he Answers, in declaring the sorrow they shall have After his departure,
and that it shall end in joy, yea, such joy as they shall not be deprived of, verse 20. to verse 23. I will see you again, and your hearts shall rejoyce.
and that it shall end in joy, yea, such joy as they shall not be deprived of, verse 20. to verse 23. I will see you again, and your hearts shall rejoice.
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5. Upon this discourse the Disciples profess their understanding of Christ's meaning, verse 29, 30. 6. You have Christ's discourse upon this, foretelling their leaving of him at his passion,
5. Upon this discourse the Disciples profess their understanding of Christ's meaning, verse 29, 30. 6. You have Christ's discourse upon this, foretelling their leaving of him At his passion,
1. What is meant by Tribulation? The word in the Original is NONLATINALPHABET the Greek word signifieth Tribulation, Affliction, trouble, distress, whether by loss of estate, liberty, &c. It signifieth any sort of tribulation or affliction that is for ones casting down, Mat. 24.21. 1 Cor. 7.28. Acts 14.22. 2ly. The Syriack word, is, Aulzono, it cometh of the root Alaz, which signifieth he hath forced, constrained, as in Gal. 6.12.
1. What is meant by Tribulation? The word in the Original is the Greek word signifies Tribulation, Affliction, trouble, distress, whither by loss of estate, liberty, etc. It signifies any sort of tribulation or affliction that is for ones casting down, Mathew 24.21. 1 Cor. 7.28. Acts 14.22. 2ly. The Syriac word, is, Aulzono, it comes of the root Alaz, which signifies he hath forced, constrained, as in Gal. 6.12.
And so here, as appears from the scope of Christ's discourse. 2. What is meant by, Shall have? The word in the Original NONLATINALPHABET; the theam is NONLATINALPHABET.
And so Here, as appears from the scope of Christ's discourse. 2. What is meant by, Shall have? The word in the Original; the theam is.
3. Who are meant by You? doth it imply that the Apostles, and they only, should have tribulation in the world? or, are we to understand it of Christians,
3. Who Are meant by You? does it imply that the Apostles, and they only, should have tribulation in the world? or, Are we to understand it of Christians,
and to Christians in all ages. 2. Christ assureth his Disciples, yea, all that should be his Disciples hereafter, as Mat. 16.24. that they should meet with the cross;
and to Christians in all ages. 2. christ assureth his Disciples, yea, all that should be his Disciples hereafter, as Mathew 16.24. that they should meet with the cross;
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And so the Apostles, Acts 14.22. 2 Tim. 2.12. So that all that will be sincerely godly, however they may now be free from, yet they shall have tribulation.
And so the Apostles, Acts 14.22. 2 Tim. 2.12. So that all that will be sincerely godly, however they may now be free from, yet they shall have tribulation.
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4. What is meant by, In the world? NONLATINALPHABET. Now NONLATINALPHABET is put for this world, in opposition to the world or life to come, as John 12.25. and 2 Cor. 1.12. In the world, is a limitation;
4. What is meant by, In the world?. Now is put for this world, in opposition to the world or life to come, as John 12.25. and 2 Cor. 1.12. In the world, is a limitation;
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] And it is said of the Saints, 2 Cor. 5.1. We know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, &c. And so the Apostle, Phil. 1.23. and Rev. 21.4.
] And it is said of the Saints, 2 Cor. 5.1. We know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, etc. And so the Apostle, Philip 1.23. and Rev. 21.4.
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After a Christian hath passed over this life, all his Afflictions and Tribulations are over. It is but in the world, that is the time and date of them.
After a Christian hath passed over this life, all his Afflictions and Tribulations Are over. It is but in the world, that is the time and date of them.
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And indeed Hypocrites and sincere Christians cannot be discovered assunder but by persecutions and tribulations, as in Rev. 2.10. and that is the reason that the Devil and wicked men may prove Liars:
And indeed Hypocrites and sincere Christians cannot be discovered asunder but by persecutions and tribulations, as in Rev. 2.10. and that is the reason that the devil and wicked men may prove Liars:
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for though God hath sufficiently confuted them, yet are they ready to say, as Job 1.9, 10, 11. Doth Job fear God for nought? &c. and Job 2.4, 5. 3dly. They are in Tribulation, because they stand in need of it, 1 Pet. 1.6. especially when they grow proud, sensual, and their hearts are lifted up;
for though God hath sufficiently confuted them, yet Are they ready to say, as Job 1.9, 10, 11. Does Job Fear God for nought? etc. and Job 2.4, 5. 3dly. They Are in Tribulation, Because they stand in need of it, 1 Pet. 1.6. especially when they grow proud, sensual, and their hearts Are lifted up;
as Psal. 30.6, 7. So when David had committed murder, &c. 2 Sam. 12.10, 11. God keeps (as it were) a stricter hand over him than before, 2 Sam. 24. As we say of children, that correction is sometimes as necessary as food:
as Psalm 30.6, 7. So when David had committed murder, etc. 2 Sam. 12.10, 11. God keeps (as it were) a Stricter hand over him than before, 2 Sam. 24. As we say of children, that correction is sometime as necessary as food:
so is Tribulation for God's Children. Fourthly, because it is for their good. As Frost and Snow is seasonable in winter, profitable for the Corn, killing the Weeds; so is Tribulation, Jer. 24.5. Like these good Figs, so will I acknowledge them that are carried away captive of Judah, whom I have sent out of this place into the Land of the Caldeans for their good.
so is Tribulation for God's Children. Fourthly, Because it is for their good. As Frost and Snow is seasonable in winter, profitable for the Corn, killing the Weeds; so is Tribulation, Jer. 24.5. Like these good Figs, so will I acknowledge them that Are carried away captive of Judah, whom I have sent out of this place into the Land of the Chaldaeans for their good.
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As all things shall, so afflictions do work together for good, Rom. 8.28. Psal. 119.67. And the Faithfull should never be in Tribulation, but that God aims at their good.
As all things shall, so afflictions do work together for good, Rom. 8.28. Psalm 119.67. And the Faithful should never be in Tribulation, but that God aims At their good.
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1. To work them to humiliation and repentance, as in 2 Chron. 7.13, 14. Deut. 8.2, 3, 16. so this is God's end, to break our proud spirits, to work us to humiliation for sin,
1. To work them to humiliation and Repentance, as in 2 Chronicles 7.13, 14. Deuteronomy 8.2, 3, 16. so this is God's end, to break our proud spirits, to work us to humiliation for since,
But now tribulation weaneth our affections from the world, helpeth to raise them unto things above, according to our duty, Col. 3.2. maketh us with the Apostle, Phil. 1.23. desire to depart, and to be with Christ.
But now tribulation weaneth our affections from the world, Helpeth to raise them unto things above, according to our duty, Col. 3.2. makes us with the Apostle, Philip 1.23. desire to depart, and to be with christ.
but when he findeth that through Grace he is enabled to suffer, it doth mightily strengthen his hope, Phil. 1.29. it is promised as a favour, to be able to suffer;
but when he finds that through Grace he is enabled to suffer, it does mightily strengthen his hope, Philip 1.29. it is promised as a favour, to be able to suffer;
5. Again, because that the Faith and Graces which they exercise in tribulation shall be for their honour and commendation at the great day of Christ's appearing, as 1 Pet 1.7. Rev. 7.14.15.
5. Again, Because that the Faith and Graces which they exercise in tribulation shall be for their honour and commendation At the great day of Christ's appearing, as 1 Pet 1.7. Rev. 7.14.15.
It shall be fully recompenced sometime in this life, Matth. 19.26. but especially in the life to come, as 2 Cor 4.17. It worketh for us, not in a way of merit, yet in a way of promise, God having promised a compensation in a high measure to them.
It shall be Fully recompensed sometime in this life, Matthew 19.26. but especially in the life to come, as 2 Cor 4.17. It works for us, not in a Way of merit, yet in a Way of promise, God having promised a compensation in a high measure to them.
And if it had been so, it would not have been said, shall have, but ye have Tribulation. For when they have it not, it is because the Devil and wicked men are staved off by God, as Job 1.10.
And if it had been so, it would not have been said, shall have, but you have Tribulation. For when they have it not, it is Because the devil and wicked men Are staved off by God, as Job 1.10.
It is not so great as the Devil and wicked men would have: for they are for the utter ruine and destruction of such; as Job 2.3. he would have had Job's life.
It is not so great as the devil and wicked men would have: for they Are for the utter ruin and destruction of such; as Job 2.3. he would have had Job's life.
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And so Esth. 3.8, 9. Haman would have the Jews destroyed. And Psal. 137.7. The children of Edom say of Jerusalem, Raze it, raze it, even to the foundation thereof.
And so Esth. 3.8, 9. Haman would have the jews destroyed. And Psalm 137.7. The children of Edom say of Jerusalem, Raze it, raze it, even to the Foundation thereof.
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But God hath the bounding of their tribulation, as Rev. 2.10. it is but, — shall cast some into Prison, &c. Restr. 3. For the time of Tribulation it is not here mentioned;
But God hath the bounding of their tribulation, as Rev. 2.10. it is but, — shall cast Some into Prison, etc. Restrict. 3. For the time of Tribulation it is not Here mentioned;
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For as God is said to bound the measure and degrees, so the time, Psal. 76.10. It shall not be alwayes, Psal. 125.3. The Devil's time is limited, Rev. 2.10.
For as God is said to bound the measure and Degrees, so the time, Psalm 76.10. It shall not be always, Psalm 125.3. The Devil's time is limited, Rev. 2.10.
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Ʋse 1. If this be so, then Christians are not to think it strange when tribulations come, 1 Pet. 4.12. It would be strange for a Christian to be free from tribulation, when Christ hath told him in the world he shall have it;
Ʋse 1. If this be so, then Christians Are not to think it strange when tribulations come, 1 Pet. 4.12. It would be strange for a Christian to be free from tribulation, when christ hath told him in the world he shall have it;
1. Those that have not prepared, have basely fallen off, and taken offence at the Gospel, Luke 8.13. 2. Those that have been prepared, have been confident;
1. Those that have not prepared, have basely fallen off, and taken offence At the Gospel, Lycia 8.13. 2. Those that have been prepared, have been confident;
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and though thou see no sufferings before thee, yet make account of them, as Mat. 7.24. to ver. 28. 2. Endeavour firmly to believe the Promises concerning the life and world to come.
and though thou see no sufferings before thee, yet make account of them, as Mathew 7.24. to ver. 28. 2. Endeavour firmly to believe the Promises Concerning the life and world to come.
And Christ, for the joy set before him, endured the cross, despised the shame, &c. Heb. 12.2. This encouraged the Apostles, 2 Cor. 4.17. 3. Be not confident of thy self, but pray unto God to uphold thee in the hour of temptation.
And christ, for the joy Set before him, endured the cross, despised the shame, etc. Hebrew 12.2. This encouraged the Apostles, 2 Cor. 4.17. 3. Be not confident of thy self, but pray unto God to uphold thee in the hour of temptation.
Expli. 1. What is meant by overcome? The word in the Original is, NONLATINALPHABET The Theme is NONLATINALPHABET, of not yeelding, or giving way, or place; and so here it is used.
Expli. 1. What is meant by overcome? The word in the Original is, The Theme is, of not yielding, or giving Way, or place; and so Here it is used.
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So that Overcoming is taken for a constant adhering to a Cause or Principle, notwithstanding all Oppositions, by Arguments or Force, receiving the Assaults, keeping Ground, and not giving back.
So that Overcoming is taken for a constant adhering to a Cause or Principle, notwithstanding all Oppositions, by Arguments or Force, receiving the Assaults, keeping Ground, and not giving back.
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so far as they are temptations to sin, and means to draw us off from the Way of Salvation, Gal. 6.14. 1 John 5.4. Whatsoever is born of God, overcometh the World;
so Far as they Are temptations to since, and means to draw us off from the Way of Salvation, Gal. 6.14. 1 John 5.4. Whatsoever is born of God, Overcometh the World;
but though this was a sharp Temptation, yet Christ fully overcame it, ver. 4. 2. By rejecting the pomp, glory & honour of the World, as they were laid before him, Mat. 4.8, 9. he overcame this Temptation by the Word of God. So Joh. 6.15. there was a Temptation to enjoy worldly Greatness, yet he overcame it by withdrawing himself.
but though this was a sharp Temptation, yet christ Fully overcame it, ver. 4. 2. By rejecting the pomp, glory & honour of the World, as they were laid before him, Mathew 4.8, 9. he overcame this Temptation by the Word of God. So John 6.15. there was a Temptation to enjoy worldly Greatness, yet he overcame it by withdrawing himself.
these are great Temptations, yet these Christ overcame, Mat. 16.21, 22. Christ knowing and fore-seeing his great Sufferings, acquainteth his Disciples with them;
these Are great Temptations, yet these christ overcame, Mathew 16.21, 22. christ knowing and Foreseeing his great Sufferings, acquainteth his Disciples with them;
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Peter adviseth him to look to himself (as this way the Christians were assaulted in the Primitive times) yet Christ overcame and repelled that carnal suggestion, ver. 23. 4. Christ also overcame the Sufferings of the World, and all the Persecutions that were raised against him:
Peter adviseth him to look to himself (as this Way the Christians were assaulted in the Primitive times) yet christ overcame and repelled that carnal suggestion, ver. 23. 4. christ also overcame the Sufferings of the World, and all the Persecutions that were raised against him:
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And after his Agony in the Garden, his buffetting, spitting on, crowning with thorns, and the ignominious and shameful Death of the Cross: These were Temptations to sin;
And After his Agony in the Garden, his Buffeting, spitting on, crowning with thorns, and the ignominious and shameful Death of the Cross: These were Temptations to since;
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5. He did not only overcome all Temptations from the World, but the Captain or General on the Worlds side, who hath the Management of these Temptations, Ephes. 2.2. Mat. 4.3, to 10. Thus he fully overcame the World, Col. 2.15.
5. He did not only overcome all Temptations from the World, but the Captain or General on the World's side, who hath the Management of these Temptations, Ephesians 2.2. Mathew 4.3, to 10. Thus he Fully overcame the World, Col. 2.15.
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and enduring all sufferings that were laid on him in the world patiently and meekly without sin, 1 Pet. 2.21, 22, 23. Isa. 53.8, 9. If he had been drawn to sin by the World,
and enduring all sufferings that were laid on him in the world patiently and meekly without since, 1 Pet. 2.21, 22, 23. Isaiah 53.8, 9. If he had been drawn to since by the World,
2. Christ having thus overcome the World, he did manage his Victory after his Resurrection, Mat. 28.18, 19, 20. and after his Ascension, Ephes. 4.10, 11. Thus he did by the preaching of the Gospel, increase his Dominions, calling in the Gentiles;
2. christ having thus overcome the World, he did manage his Victory After his Resurrection, Mathew 28.18, 19, 20. and After his Ascension, Ephesians 4.10, 11. Thus he did by the preaching of the Gospel, increase his Dominions, calling in the Gentiles;
but Christ overcame because he is pure, and free from sin, and ever was so, 1 Pet. 2.22. Heb. 4.15. and this is as it were a plain proof of his Victory;
but christ overcame Because he is pure, and free from since, and ever was so, 1 Pet. 2.22. Hebrew 4.15. and this is as it were a plain proof of his Victory;
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he was tempted, yet without sin; as the contrary is of the Devil and Worlds conquest, 2 Pet. 2.19, 20. 2. Because he enjoyed the Crown, the Reward due to the Conqueror, Rev. 3.21. — As I overcame, and am set down with my Father in his Throne;
he was tempted, yet without since; as the contrary is of the devil and World's conquest, 2 Pet. 2.19, 20. 2. Because he enjoyed the Crown, the Reward due to the Conqueror, Rev. 3.21. — As I overcame, and am Set down with my Father in his Throne;
For had he whilst he was upon earth, been overcome by the World, and so tainted with sin, the work of our Redemption and Salvation had miscarried, 1 Pet. 1.18, 19. In Exod. 12.5.
For had he while he was upon earth, been overcome by the World, and so tainted with since, the work of our Redemption and Salvation had miscarried, 1 Pet. 1.18, 19. In Exod 12.5.
Reas. 4. That he might teach and instruct us how to conquer the World: Christ conquering by suffering, was for our example; 1 Pet. 2.21. — Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that we should follow his steps.
Reas. 4. That he might teach and instruct us how to conquer the World: christ conquering by suffering, was for our Exampl; 1 Pet. 2.21. — christ also suffered for us, leaving us an Exampl, that we should follow his steps.
Use 1. If this be so then, it is for a Christians comfort and encouragement, that the Captain of our Salvation, hath overcome our Enemy, the World, Heb. 2.10. He got a perfect Victory by Suffering.
Use 1. If this be so then, it is for a Christians Comfort and encouragement, that the Captain of our Salvation, hath overcome our Enemy, the World, Hebrew 2.10. He god a perfect Victory by Suffering.
It tryed its full strength with the want of necessary sustenance when hungry, with the heighth of Glory and abundance, Mat. 4.2, 3, 8. with the perswasion of friends, and extremity of sufferings;
It tried its full strength with the want of necessary sustenance when hungry, with the height of Glory and abundance, Mathew 4.2, 3, 8. with the persuasion of Friends, and extremity of sufferings;
For after the Devil had conquered the first Adam, if he and the World had conquered the Second, our Salvation had miscarried, Heb. 2.14, 15. If he had been basted, we had been lost;
For After the devil had conquered the First Adam, if he and the World had conquered the Second, our Salvation had miscarried, Hebrew 2.14, 15. If he had been basted, we had been lost;
and though this Enemy did rally and charge again and again, yet at last Christ did fully overcome. So that this may encourage us to enter the Lists with this Adversary,
and though this Enemy did rally and charge again and again, yet At last christ did Fully overcome. So that this may encourage us to enter the Lists with this Adversary,
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for to be overcome by a bafled beaten enemy that Christ did overcome. With what face can such as Demas, or those in Luke 8.13. look Christ in the face, the Captain of Salvation, who being Conqueror, hateth conwardly yeelding;
for to be overcome by a baffled beaten enemy that christ did overcome. With what face can such as Demas, or those in Lycia 8.13. look christ in the face, the Captain of Salvation, who being Conqueror, hates conwardly yielding;
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He hath won the day, and can assist thee. Heb. 2.18. For in that he himself hath suffered, being tempted, he is able to succour, &c. What ever the Assaults is, he is able to give thee sufficient help.
He hath wone the day, and can assist thee. Hebrew 2.18. For in that he himself hath suffered, being tempted, he is able to succour, etc. What ever the Assaults is, he is able to give thee sufficient help.
And so the Syriack word, [ Etlabbw ] it is used for to be of good heart, chear up, let not your spirits faint, fail, or be dejected. And so it is used in Acts 27.25.
And so the Syriac word, [ Etlabbw ] it is used for to be of good heart, cheer up, let not your spirits faint, fail, or be dejected. And so it is used in Acts 27.25.
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and that I know is likely to be daunting and dismaying news to you: For in that Heb. 12.11. No chastening for the present seems to be joyous, but grievous.
and that I know is likely to be daunting and dismaying news to you: For in that Hebrew 12.11. No chastening for the present seems to be joyous, but grievous.
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3. For ] This is a causal particle, and doth intimate the reason why Christians should be of good chear. I have had the same conflict with the World you shall have,
3. For ] This is a causal particle, and does intimate the reason why Christians should be of good cheer. I have had the same conflict with the World you shall have,
1. Because they suffer Tribulation for Righteousness sake, and so are blessed, as in Mat. 5.11. And so 1 Pet. 4.14. & 3.14. If ye suffer for Righteousness sake, happy are ye.
1. Because they suffer Tribulation for Righteousness sake, and so Are blessed, as in Mathew 5.11. And so 1 Pet. 4.14. & 3.14. If you suffer for Righteousness sake, happy Are you.
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Now when there is evidence from the Word of God, and Conscience, that the cause of our suffering is our being Righteous, the Scripture accounts us blessed.
Now when there is evidence from the Word of God, and Conscience, that the cause of our suffering is our being Righteous, the Scripture accounts us blessed.
And in the time of Popery, against false doctrine and worship, God was glorified. 4. Because such as do thus suffer, theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven, Mat. 5.10.
And in the time of Popery, against false Doctrine and worship, God was glorified. 4. Because such as do thus suffer, theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven, Mathew 5.10.
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And so the reason is given because that the Prophets that are now in Heaven, underwent the like Persecutions, Mat. 5.12. and therefore ground of Comfort.
And so the reason is given Because that the prophets that Are now in Heaven, underwent the like Persecutions, Mathew 5.12. and Therefore ground of Comfort.
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though estate, health, liberty, and whatever appertains to the outward man decay; yet, as 2 Cor. 4.16. we are of good chear, sensibly perceiving spiritual profit by our great Affliction, and Tribulation.
though estate, health, liberty, and whatever appertains to the outward man decay; yet, as 2 Cor. 4.16. we Are of good cheer, sensibly perceiving spiritual profit by our great Affliction, and Tribulation.
And though the holy Ghost speaks this of the Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15.4. Phil. 3.21. yet the Apostle, Phil. 3.10. and so 2 Tim. 2.12. it is with Christ;
And though the holy Ghost speaks this of the Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15.4. Philip 3.21. yet the Apostle, Philip 3.10. and so 2 Tim. 2.12. it is with christ;
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8. A Christian is to be of good chear, because Christ our Captain, bids us be so ▪ and if he did not see ground and cause thus to encourage us, he would never have done it.
8. A Christian is to be of good cheer, Because christ our Captain, bids us be so ▪ and if he did not see ground and cause thus to encourage us, he would never have done it.
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Be of good chear. It is God and Christ that have the overruling hand in these Tribulations, as 1 Cor. 10.13. therefore ground of being of good chear; Christ hath bidden us so to be.
Be of good cheer. It is God and christ that have the overruling hand in these Tribulations, as 1 Cor. 10.13. Therefore ground of being of good cheer; christ hath bidden us so to be.
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Therefore so eminently we are not bid, be of good comfort, though something is hinted in Mat. 5.11. 2. Jesus Christ overcoming the World, is of publick concernment;
Therefore so eminently we Are not bid, be of good Comfort, though something is hinted in Mathew 5.11. 2. jesus christ overcoming the World, is of public concernment;
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but his overcoming the world, removed all obstructions as to the meritorious cause of our Salvation. Hence is that, Rom. 4.25. Who was delivered for our offences, and was raised again for our Justification.
but his overcoming the world, removed all obstructions as to the meritorious cause of our Salvation. Hence is that, Rom. 4.25. Who was Delivered for our offences, and was raised again for our Justification.
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as in Phil. 2.6, to 9. 4. Christ's bidding us be of good Comfort on this account, because his Victory hath broken the Serpents head; he hath left us but the distressed body to conflict with.
as in Philip 2.6, to 9. 4. Christ's bidding us be of good Comfort on this account, Because his Victory hath broken the Serpents head; he hath left us but the distressed body to conflict with.
yet never any did nor shall for Righteousness sake, suffer the like, as it appeareth, John 14.27. These expressed in their death nothing like his Agony; especially, Mat. 27.46.
yet never any did nor shall for Righteousness sake, suffer the like, as it appears, John 14.27. These expressed in their death nothing like his Agony; especially, Mathew 27.46.
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as the Apostle concludeth, Phil. 4.11, 12, 13. this is spoken in respect of suffering Tribulation. And so Phil. 1.29. To you it is given in the behalf of Christ, &c. and that by Christs Victory. And so in Heb. 2.18.
as the Apostle Concludeth, Philip 4.11, 12, 13. this is spoken in respect of suffering Tribulation. And so Philip 1.29. To you it is given in the behalf of christ, etc. and that by Christ Victory. And so in Hebrew 2.18.
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Ʋse 1. If this be so, then it is the duty of Christians, in all Tribulations they meet with in the world, to be chearful. Christ commandeth his Disciples to be so, in the Text. And the Apostle pressed this Doctrine, 1 Thess. 5.16. Phil. 4.4.
Ʋse 1. If this be so, then it is the duty of Christians, in all Tribulations they meet with in the world, to be cheerful. christ commands his Disciples to be so, in the Text. And the Apostle pressed this Doctrine, 1 Thess 5.16. Philip 4.4.
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1. We have examples of such as have practised this. The Apostle saith, Rom. 5.3. We glory in Tribulation. And so in 1 Pet. 1.6. wherein ye greatly rejoyce, &c. speaking of the spirits of Saints at that time.
1. We have Examples of such as have practised this. The Apostle Says, Rom. 5.3. We glory in Tribulation. And so in 1 Pet. 1.6. wherein you greatly rejoice, etc. speaking of the spirits of Saints At that time.
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So in that commendation, Heb. 10.34. And so Paul and Silas sung in Prison. Also the comforts that primitive and latter Martyrs have expressed, confirm this.
So in that commendation, Hebrew 10.34. And so Paul and Silas sung in Prison. Also the comforts that primitive and latter Martyrs have expressed, confirm this.
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and hath left but some stragling afflictions behind, Col. 1.24. We should be very cowardly, if we do not with good courage follow him, when it is but, Resist, and he will flee, Jam. 4.7. and but believe, as 1 John 5.4.
and hath left but Some straggling afflictions behind, Col. 1.24. We should be very cowardly, if we do not with good courage follow him, when it is but, Resist, and he will flee, Jam. 4.7. and but believe, as 1 John 5.4.
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Obj. But some may object, If it was in some tribulation, I could be more chearful, if from enemies; as Psal. 55.12, 13, 14. Ans. 1. To this I answer, That Christ hath told us, that in tribulation which we meet with in the world, of what nature & sort soever, we are to be of good chear; not in this or that particular tribulation only.
Object But Some may Object, If it was in Some tribulation, I could be more cheerful, if from enemies; as Psalm 55.12, 13, 14. Ans. 1. To this I answer, That christ hath told us, that in tribulation which we meet with in the world, of what nature & sort soever, we Are to be of good cheer; not in this or that particular tribulation only.
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and if we be not of good chear, but cowardly yeeld, as 2 Tim. 2.12. Him that is ashamed, and cannot patiently and chearfully bear tribulation, Christ will not own. 4thly. Let us think of such things in Tribulation, as may make us chearful.
and if we be not of good cheer, but cowardly yield, as 2 Tim. 2.12. Him that is ashamed, and cannot patiently and cheerfully bear tribulation, christ will not own. 4thly. Let us think of such things in Tribulation, as may make us cheerful.
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For in Tribulation it self no man can rejoyce; it must be some adjunct that must make us chearful in it; As, 1. Sincerity, 2 Cor. 1.12. and so Hezekiah did, Isa. 38.3. 2. Interest in God, as our God; as in Phil. 4.4. So Lam. 3.24. The Lord is my portion, therefore will I hope in him.
For in Tribulation it self no man can rejoice; it must be Some adjunct that must make us cheerful in it; As, 1. Sincerity, 2 Cor. 1.12. and so Hezekiah did, Isaiah 38.3. 2. Interest in God, as our God; as in Philip 4.4. So Lam. 3.24. The Lord is my portion, Therefore will I hope in him.
This is the highest ground of comfort. 3. The glorious Issue; as Moses did, Heb. 11.25, 26. and Christ, Heb. 12.2. and the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.17. 4. Look on it as an Honour, 2 Thess. 1.4, 5. and so in Acts 5.4. the Apostles looked upon it as a badge of Honour. So Gal. 6.17. 5. It is an excellent means to yeeld comfort in tribulation, to consider the End God made with suffering Saints, as to this life; Jam. 5.11.
This is the highest ground of Comfort. 3. The glorious Issue; as Moses did, Hebrew 11.25, 26. and christ, Hebrew 12.2. and the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.17. 4. Look on it as an Honour, 2 Thess 1.4, 5. and so in Acts 5.4. the Apostles looked upon it as a badge of Honour. So Gal. 6.17. 5. It is an excellent means to yield Comfort in tribulation, to Consider the End God made with suffering Saints, as to this life; Jam. 5.11.
and give you an inheritance among all them that are sanctified. EVery Society shall have a Separation, and every Communion shall receive a dissolution;
and give you an inheritance among all them that Are sanctified. EVery Society shall have a Separation, and every Communion shall receive a dissolution;
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and Election, like a threefold-cord hath joyned together, and this strengthned with the strongest cement of true intensive love and affection, shall sooner or later, either by Satan's rage, the malice of wicked men,
and Election, like a threefold-cord hath joined together, and this strengthened with the Strongest cement of true intensive love and affection, shall sooner or later, either by Satan's rage, the malice of wicked men,
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The Tabernacle made by Moses, had no continued abiding, but was carried up and down from place to place, til it was placed in Solomons temple in the Land of Canaan. God's People in Scripture are called Pilgrims and Strangers. Whilst they are in this world they are in a strange Country:
The Tabernacle made by Moses, had not continued abiding, but was carried up and down from place to place, till it was placed in Solomons temple in the Land of Canaan. God's People in Scripture Are called Pilgrim's and Strangers. While they Are in this world they Are in a strange Country:
like Abraham in Canaan, and Israel in Egypt; they have no continued abiding until they come to Heaven, the Celestial Canaan, that place of durable and uninterrupted Rest. And amongst these God's Ministers have no assurance of their unchangeable residence among,
like Abraham in Canaan, and Israel in Egypt; they have not continued abiding until they come to Heaven, the Celestial Canaan, that place of durable and uninterrupted Rest. And among these God's Ministers have no assurance of their unchangeable residence among,
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A plain demonstration whereof we have in the example of Paul; concerning whose many journeys from one Nation and Church to another, we have abundant mention made in this History of the Acts of the Apostles. And in this chapter we have mention made of four;
A plain demonstration whereof we have in the Exampl of Paul; Concerning whose many journeys from one nation and Church to Another, we have abundant mention made in this History of the Acts of the Apostles. And in this chapter we have mention made of four;
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the first into Macedonia, where the Jews laid wait for Paul, ver. 1, 2, 3. The second to Troas, where Paul preached in the night, administred the Lord's Supper,
the First into Macedonia, where the jews laid wait for Paul, ver. 1, 2, 3. The second to Troas, where Paul preached in the night, administered the Lord's Supper,
and Eutichus sleeping, falleth down from an high window, ver. 6, to 13. The third to many places, to Assos, Mitylene, Chios, Samos, and Trogyllium, vers. 13, 14. The fourth and last, more famous than the rest, was to Miletum, ver. 15. from whence he sends to Ephesus, and calls together the Ministers of the Churuhes there, ver. 17. and when they were come together, he takes his Farewel of them;
and Eutychus sleeping, falls down from an high window, ver. 6, to 13. The third to many places, to Assos, Mitylene, Chios, Samos, and Trogyllium, vers. 13, 14. The fourth and last, more famous than the rest, was to Miletus, ver. 15. from whence he sends to Ephesus, and calls together the Ministers of the Churuhes there, ver. 17. and when they were come together, he Takes his Farewell of them;
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in which speech, he first declares his former manner of life amongst them, how he had discharged the duties of his Ministry with meekness and compassion, with diligence and innocency, with courage and resolution, despising all dangers for the Gospel-sake, &c. In which example of his he insinuates, not only to the Presbyters of Ephesus, but unto all Ministers unto the end of the world,
in which speech, he First declares his former manner of life among them, how he had discharged the duties of his Ministry with meekness and compassion, with diligence and innocency, with courage and resolution, despising all dangers for the Gospel sake, etc. In which Exampl of his he insinuates, not only to the Presbyters of Ephesus, but unto all Ministers unto the end of the world,
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to be valiant and heroically constant in preaching & defending the Truth, notwithstanding the many temptations and oppositions they were to meet with, ver. 19, 20, 21. Secondly, he shews the condition of his life at present ▪ that he had a mighty impulse and perswasion of the Spirit upon him, that bonds abide him in every City, ver. 22, 23. and his Christian magnanimity, he was not moved with any of these things,
to be valiant and heroically constant in preaching & defending the Truth, notwithstanding the many temptations and oppositions they were to meet with, ver. 19, 20, 21. Secondly, he shows the condition of his life At present ▪ that he had a mighty impulse and persuasion of the Spirit upon him, that bonds abide him in every city, ver. 22, 23. and his Christian magnanimity, he was not moved with any of these things,
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and the Ministry he had received of the Lord, to testifie the Gospel of the Grace of God, ver. 24. In the third place, he prophesieth concerning the future.
and the Ministry he had received of the Lord, to testify the Gospel of the Grace of God, ver. 24. In the third place, he Prophesieth Concerning the future.
And behold, all ye among whom I have gone preaching the Kingdom of God, shall see my face no more, ver. 25. And secondly, what should befal them after his departure:
And behold, all you among whom I have gone preaching the Kingdom of God, shall see my face no more, ver. 25. And secondly, what should befall them After his departure:
For I know, that after my departure shall grievous Wolves enter in among you, not sparing the Flock, &c. ver. 29, 30. and hence exhorts them unto all diligence and care,
For I know, that After my departure shall grievous Wolves enter in among you, not sparing the Flock, etc. for. 29, 30. and hence exhorts them unto all diligence and care,
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Take heed therefore to your selves, and to all the Flock of God, ver. 28. as if he should say, You must not only take heed to others, but to your selves also.
Take heed Therefore to your selves, and to all the Flock of God, ver. 28. as if he should say, You must not only take heed to Others, but to your selves also.
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Secondly, from the great Appointer and Designer of them unto this Office, the Holy Ghost. Thirdly, from the end of their appointment and call to this Office, to feed the Flock. Fourthly, from the Owner of the Flock, God himself. Fifthly, from the great Price paid to redeem and purchase this Flock, which was neither Silver nor Gold;
Secondly, from the great Appointer and Designer of them unto this Office, the Holy Ghost. Thirdly, from the end of their appointment and call to this Office, to feed the Flock. Fourthly, from the Owner of the Flock, God himself. Fifthly, from the great Price paid to Redeem and purchase this Flock, which was neither Silver nor Gold;
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but the Blood of God! Take heed therefore to your selves, and all the Flock over which the holy Ghost hath made you Overseers, to feed the Church of God, which he hath redeemed and purchased with his own Blood.
but the Blood of God! Take heed Therefore to your selves, and all the Flock over which the holy Ghost hath made you Overseers, to feed the Church of God, which he hath redeemed and purchased with his own Blood.
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but by ambition, covetousness and ignorance should apostatize, and fall into erroneous and heretical doctrines, superstitious opinions, calling themselves Apostles, but are not, mixing Christ and Moses together, asserting the doctrine of the Nicholaitans: Such as these he means in ver. 30. Men of your own selves shall arise, speaking perverse things,
but by ambition, covetousness and ignorance should apostatise, and fallen into erroneous and heretical doctrines, superstitious opinions, calling themselves Apostles, but Are not, mixing christ and Moses together, asserting the Doctrine of the Nicolaitans: Such as these he means in ver. 30. Men of your own selves shall arise, speaking perverse things,
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And after these motives, renews his former Exhortation, that they would remember and watch, ver. 31. As if he should say, Seeing Christ hath redeemed his Church by his Blood,
And After these motives, renews his former Exhortation, that they would Remember and watch, ver. 31. As if he should say, Seeing christ hath redeemed his Church by his Blood,
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but in my dying expiring Office I have living hopes, that when the dayes, for the slaying of the Witnesses (if now be the time) are accomplished, I shall be restored to you again, Rev. 11.7, 8, 9, 11, 13.
but in my dying expiring Office I have living hope's, that when the days, for the slaying of the Witnesses (if now be the time) Are accomplished, I shall be restored to you again, Rev. 11.7, 8, 9, 11, 13.
In the words you have a twofold Remedy, in opposition to a twofold Malady. The first Malady is the Churches affliction and pesecution, mentioned verse 29. for which the Apostle prescribeth God,
In the words you have a twofold Remedy, in opposition to a twofold Malady. The First Malady is the Churches affliction and persecution, mentioned verse 29. for which the Apostle prescribeth God,
The second malady is Errour and Heresie, by which many should be deceived, mentioned verse 30. for which the Apostle prescribeth God's Word as the proper remedie;
The second malady is Error and Heresy, by which many should be deceived, mentioned verse 30. for which the Apostle prescribeth God's Word as the proper remedy;
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Before I come to the Doctrine I chiefly intend, give me leave briefly to touch, tanquam Canis ad Nilum, upon one observation from the Apostles relative name to the Ministers of Ephesus; he calls them Brethren. Whence note,
Before I come to the Doctrine I chiefly intend, give me leave briefly to touch, tanquam Canis ad Nile, upon one observation from the Apostles relative name to the Ministers of Ephesus; he calls them Brothers. Whence note,
Doct. That true and real Chr stians are Brethren. What the Apostle Paul calls here the Ministers of Ephesus, is true concerning all Ministers, and all converted Christians.
Doct. That true and real Christ stians Are Brothers. What the Apostle Paul calls Here the Ministers of Ephesus, is true Concerning all Ministers, and all converted Christians.
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but the Fraternity of Christians, is from the Noblest and firmest and happiest foundation, Eodem sanguine Christi glutinati, cemented with the same blood of Christ.
but the Fraternity of Christians, is from the Noblest and firmest and Happiest Foundation, Eodem sanguine Christ glutinati, cemented with the same blood of christ.
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But Jerusalem which is from above, is free, which is the Mother of us all, Gal. 4.26. 3. They have all one elder Brother, Jesus Christ, The first born amongst many Brethren, Rom. 8.29. 4. They have all the same priviledges, 1 Cor. 3.23. Ephes. 4.4, 5, 6. 5. They are cloathed with the same spiritual garment, the Righteousness of Jesus Christ, Jer. 23.6. 6. They have the same Divine Nature, Grace and Holiness;
But Jerusalem which is from above, is free, which is the Mother of us all, Gal. 4.26. 3. They have all one elder Brother, jesus christ, The First born among many Brothers, Rom. 8.29. 4. They have all the same privileges, 1 Cor. 3.23. Ephesians 4.4, 5, 6. 5. They Are clothed with the same spiritual garment, the Righteousness of jesus christ, Jer. 23.6. 6. They have the same Divine Nature, Grace and Holiness;
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whereby they resemble their elder Brother, and bear the impress and image of their heavenly Father, 2 Pet. 1.4. 7. They are admitted to the same Table, fed with the same food of God's holy Word;
whereby they resemble their elder Brother, and bear the Impress and image of their heavenly Father, 2 Pet. 1.4. 7. They Are admitted to the same Table, fed with the same food of God's holy Word;
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An inheritance incorruptable, and undefiled, that fadeth not away, reserved in the Heavens for them, 1 Pet. 1.4. I cannot stand to enlarge upon these, I leave them to your meditations and enlargments.
an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, that fades not away, reserved in the Heavens for them, 1 Pet. 1.4. I cannot stand to enlarge upon these, I leave them to your meditations and Enlargements.
And esteems no man the less for his povertie, meaness, and contemtibleness in the world, But every one that doth righteousness of what Nation soever, shall be accepted of him;
And esteems no man the less for his poverty, meaness, and contemtibleness in the world, But every one that does righteousness of what nation soever, shall be accepted of him;
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all mens blood is alike, the noble man and the mean man, the Englishman and the Aethiopian have all red blood in their veins, it is sickness and health that makes the difference;
all men's blood is alike, the noble man and the mean man, the Englishman and the aethiopian have all read blood in their Veins, it is sickness and health that makes the difference;
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but God hath chosen the foolish and weak things of the world to condemn the wise and strong, 1 Cor. 1.26. He hath chosen the poor of the world, rich in Faith, and Heirs of a Kingdom, James 2.5. 2. We learn again, True Piety is great preferment.
but God hath chosen the foolish and weak things of the world to condemn the wise and strong, 1 Cor. 1.26. He hath chosen the poor of the world, rich in Faith, and Heirs of a Kingdom, James 2.5. 2. We Learn again, True Piety is great preferment.
Great was the perferment that Joseph was lifted up unto, when of a prisoner he became the second of Egypt. Great was the perferment of Daniel, when of a captive he was made cheif of the Presidents of Babylon. But greater was the advancement of Esther, when of a captive maid, fatherless and motherless, she became Queen to the great Ashasuerus. Josephs and Daniels wisdom, and Esthers beauty, were the instruments and means of their great and honourable advancements:
Great was the perferment that Joseph was lifted up unto, when of a prisoner he became the second of Egypt. Great was the perferment of daniel, when of a captive he was made chief of the Presidents of Babylon. But greater was the advancement of Esther, when of a captive maid, fatherless and motherless, she became Queen to the great Ashasuerus. Josephs and Daniel's Wisdom, and Esthers beauty, were the Instruments and means of their great and honourable advancements:
But greater than these is the honour and advancement of such as are truly Pious, they are Children of God, John 1.11, 12. Heirs of God, Co-heirs with Christ, Rom. 8.17. espoused to the King of Kings and Lord of Lords;
But greater than these is the honour and advancement of such as Are truly Pious, they Are Children of God, John 1.11, 12. Heirs of God, Coheirs with christ, Rom. 8.17. espoused to the King of Kings and Lord of lords;
Grace brings a poor contemned botchy Lazarus into relation of the Noblest Worthies of the world, to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, to all the Patriarchs, Prophets and Apostles, to such as are the most Excellent of the Earth, the Worlds wonder, Angels delight, the Chariots and Horsemen of the Nations, the brazen walls and gates of the Kingdoms they live in:
Grace brings a poor contemned botchy Lazarus into Relation of the Noblest Worthies of the world, to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, to all the Patriarchs, prophets and Apostles, to such as Are the most Excellent of the Earth, the World's wonder, Angels delight, the Chariots and Horsemen of the nations, the brazen walls and gates of the Kingdoms they live in:
Grace investeth us with the same priviledges as the richest Saints of the world ever have enjoyed, the same Justification, the same Reconciliation, the same Adoption, the same Life eternal and Glorification.
Grace investeth us with the same privileges as the Richest Saints of the world ever have enjoyed, the same Justification, the same Reconciliation, the same Adoption, the same Life Eternal and Glorification.
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the richer, the elder, the nobler you are, the more endeavor to be good examples to others, condescending to the infirmities of the weak, that the golden bond of peace be not broken;
the Richer, the elder, the Nobler you Are, the more endeavour to be good Examples to Others, condescending to the infirmities of the weak, that the golden bound of peace be not broken;
we see this in Abraham, who though he was elder, yet for peace sake gave liberty to Lot his younger to chose which way he would go to feed his cattel, And Abraham said to Lot, Let there be no strife between me and thee, between my herdsmen and thy herdsmen,
we see this in Abraham, who though he was elder, yet for peace sake gave liberty to Lot his younger to chosen which Way he would go to feed his cattle, And Abraham said to Lot, Let there be no strife between me and thee, between my Herdsmen and thy Herdsmen,
Divisions of judgments blunt the edge of Christians love, abate the fervency of affection, create distance and shiness of society amongst familiars, gratifies Satan, grieves the Spirit of God, weakens Christ's Kingdom,
Divisions of Judgments blunt the edge of Christians love, abate the fervency of affection, create distance and shyness of society among familiars, gratifies Satan, grieves the Spirit of God, weakens Christ's Kingdom,
The mother pitties and abundantly tenders her sick child, doth all she can to do it good, to ease it under pain, to recover it from pain and sickness. One brother is ready to condole with the sufferings of another; to supply his wants; to defend him in danger:
The mother pities and abundantly tenders her sick child, does all she can to do it good, to ease it under pain, to recover it from pain and sickness. One brother is ready to condole with the sufferings of Another; to supply his Wants; to defend him in danger:
As Moses the Israelite, whom the Egyptian wronged, Exod. 2.11, 12. and how much more should Brethren in Grace? the dearer the Relation, the more tender Affection.
As Moses the Israelite, whom the Egyptian wronged, Exod 2.11, 12. and how much more should Brothers in Grace? the Dearer the Relation, the more tender Affection.
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As Brethren, sympathize ye one with another; Succour such as are tempted; reduce such as wander; satisfie the scrupulous; confirm such as are staggering;
As Brothers, sympathise you one with Another; Succour such as Are tempted; reduce such as wander; satisfy the scrupulous; confirm such as Are staggering;
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as you would be ready to assist them in temporals with your estates. 5. Ministers should not lord it over Gods Heritage, 1 Pet. 5.3. they should not imperiously lord it over them;
as you would be ready to assist them in temporals with your estates. 5. Ministers should not lord it over God's Heritage, 1 Pet. 5.3. they should not imperiously lord it over them;
nor lay greater burdens upon their Consciences, than Jesus Christ hath impos'd: We must do all things for their edification, not any thing for their destruction:
nor lay greater burdens upon their Consciences, than jesus christ hath imposed: We must do all things for their edification, not any thing for their destruction:
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and rule one over another, when Christ hath not given such authority and jurisdiction? And as Ministers must not lord it over the Consciences of their Flock,
and Rule one over Another, when christ hath not given such Authority and jurisdiction? And as Ministers must not lord it over the Consciences of their Flock,
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whom the Apostle calls in one place, Bishops; in another place, he calleth Presbyters: as in this place, he calleth the Ministers of the Church of Ephesus, Presbyters, ver. 17. NONLATINALPHABET, He called together the Presbyters of the Church.
whom the Apostle calls in one place, Bishops; in Another place, he calls Presbyters: as in this place, he calls the Ministers of the Church of Ephesus, Presbyters, ver. 17., He called together the Presbyters of the Church.
And in ver. 28. he calls them Bishops; Take heed therefore to your selves, and to all the flock over whom the holy Ghost, NONLATINALPHABET, hath made, or placed, you Bishops or Overseers. And the same Apostle in his Epistle to Titus, calls Ministers, Presbyters, Chap 1.5.
And in ver. 28. he calls them Bishops; Take heed Therefore to your selves, and to all the flock over whom the holy Ghost,, hath made, or placed, you Bishops or Overseers. And the same Apostle in his Epistle to Titus, calls Ministers, Presbyters, Chap 1.5.
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but names of dinstict Office, Jurisdiction and Power, the Apostle's reasons in vers. 7. of his directions in the 5th and 6th verses, would have been inconsequential.
but names of dinstict Office, Jurisdiction and Power, the Apostle's Reasons in vers. 7. of his directions in the 5th and 6th Verses, would have been inconsequential.
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And Paul in his Valediction, injoyns the same Work, Care, and Diligence to the Presbyters of Ephesus, ver. 28. And we reade that the Power of Ordination did belong to them,
And Paul in his Valediction, enjoins the same Work, Care, and Diligence to the Presbyters of Ephesus, ver. 28. And we read that the Power of Ordination did belong to them,
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for they watch for your souls, as they that must give an account, Heb. 13.17. and therefore seeing they have the same names, ordained to the same work, to feed God's Flock, to ordain Pastors and Elders, to rule and govern the Church of God, there cannot be a Superiority of Power and Jurisdiction in one Minister above another:
for they watch for your Souls, as they that must give an account, Hebrew 13.17. and Therefore seeing they have the same names, ordained to the same work, to feed God's Flock, to ordain Pastors and Elders, to Rule and govern the Church of God, there cannot be a Superiority of Power and Jurisdiction in one Minister above Another:
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The Seeds-man you know stands not still in one place, but goes from one part of the field unto another, according to the will and appointment of his Master.
The Seedsman you know Stands not still in one place, but Goes from one part of the field unto Another, according to the will and appointment of his Master.
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Upon the Persecution that was at Jerusalem, the Disciples were scattered up and down, Preaching the Gospel and the Kingdom of God, Acts 8. When they persecute you, saith our Saviour, in one city, flee ye to another.
Upon the Persecution that was At Jerusalem, the Disciples were scattered up and down, Preaching the Gospel and the Kingdom of God, Acts 8. When they persecute you, Says our Saviour, in one City, flee you to Another.
of the Apostles after the times of our Saviour, and the Ministers of the Primitive times of the Gospel, are abundant Manifestations of the truth of this Doctrine;
of the Apostles After the times of our Saviour, and the Ministers of the Primitive times of the Gospel, Are abundant Manifestations of the truth of this Doctrine;
and our own experience this day can set the seal to it, not only I, but hundreds, yea, it may be thousands more are this day singing their funeral Dirges,
and our own experience this day can Set the seal to it, not only I, but hundreds, yea, it may be thousands more Are this day singing their funeral Dirges,
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What a strange Mortality is now in England! did ever England, nay, did ever the Christian World, hear of such a Mortality, at the same instance of time? how dismal is the day of St. Bartholomew! On this day was Jerusalem, once the Glory and Beauty of the world, sacked by Titus and Vespasian. On the Eve of this day, began that bloody Massacre in Paris. On this day is a great part of Englands Ministry slain;
What a strange Mortality is now in England! did ever England, nay, did ever the Christian World, hear of such a Mortality, At the same instance of time? how dismal is the day of Saint Bartholomew! On this day was Jerusalem, once the Glory and Beauty of the world, sacked by Titus and Vespasian. On the Eve of this day, began that bloody Massacre in paris. On this day is a great part of Englands Ministry slave;
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The dismal transactions that have befallen the Church of God this day, deserve to be engraved in deep and in indeleble Characters, on Pillars of the blackest Marble, that the Ages and Generations to come, may reade,
The dismal transactions that have befallen the Church of God this day, deserve to be engraved in deep and in indelible Characters, on Pillars of the Blackest Marble, that the Ages and Generations to come, may read,
and disappoints his expectations, he withholds his cost, care and pains, he will fence it no more, dig it no more, he will not do any thing more unto it:
and disappoints his Expectations, he withholds his cost, care and pains, he will fence it no more, dig it no more, he will not do any thing more unto it:
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God chose the People of the Jews before all other Nations of the world, to be his pleasant Vineyard, Isa. 5.11. he did every thing requisite for ornament and security, for fruitfulness and prosperity; he fenced it;
God chosen the People of the jews before all other nations of the world, to be his pleasant Vineyard, Isaiah 5.11. he did every thing requisite for ornament and security, for fruitfulness and Prosperity; he fenced it;
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and break down the wall thereof, and it shall be troden down, ver. 5. Yea, God would remove the Ordinances of his Word, the Means of Grace and Glory from it;
and break down the wall thereof, and it shall be trodden down, ver. 5. Yea, God would remove the Ordinances of his Word, the Means of Grace and Glory from it;
that is, my Prophets shall no more instruct them, no more admonish and exhort them, the rain of their Ministry shall no more fall upon them, ver. 6. And this same Judgment our Saviour threatens against the Jews in his dayes, because of their barrenness.
that is, my prophets shall no more instruct them, no more admonish and exhort them, the rain of their Ministry shall no more fallen upon them, ver. 6. And this same Judgement our Saviour threatens against the jews in his days, Because of their Barrenness.
yea, brought forth wild grapes, under the pains of his Prophets, of his Son, of his Apostles, they would not believe and receive him and his Gospel, God flings them aside,
yea, brought forth wild grapes, under the pains of his prophets, of his Son, of his Apostles, they would not believe and receive him and his Gospel, God flings them aside,
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and therefore we find the Apostle, when they would not imbrace the Gospel, leaving them, saying, Be it known therefore unto you, that the Salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles,
and Therefore we find the Apostle, when they would not embrace the Gospel, leaving them, saying, Be it known Therefore unto you, that the Salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles,
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When the Jews in captivity were rebellious, and would not be wrought upon by the preaching of Ezekiel, God tells him, that he should not be a Reprover to them,
When the jews in captivity were rebellious, and would not be wrought upon by the preaching of Ezekielem, God tells him, that he should not be a Reprover to them,
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but that his tongue should cleave to the roof of his mouth, Ezek. 3.26. VVhat is become of those seven famous Churches of Asia, of which this of Ephesus was one, to whom John wrote? are they not become the seat of Gog and Magog, under the Turkish blindness and superstition!
but that his tongue should cleave to the roof of his Mouth, Ezekiel 3.26. What is become of those seven famous Churches of Asia, of which this of Ephesus was one, to whom John wrote? Are they not become the seat of Gog and Magog, under the Turkish blindness and Superstition!
And why? because they degenerated from their primitive purity, vigor and fruitfulness, into corruptions in Doctrine and Worship, into Spiritual lethargy and barrenness:
And why? Because they degenerated from their primitive purity, vigor and fruitfulness, into corruptions in Doctrine and Worship, into Spiritual lethargy and Barrenness:
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Englands barrenness is one great cause why so many of her Ministers mouths ore stopped. England for many generations, especially of latter years, hath enjoyed great plenty of Gospel-enjoyments:
Englands Barrenness is one great cause why so many of her Ministers mouths over stopped. England for many generations, especially of latter Years, hath enjoyed great plenty of Gospel enjoyments:
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God hath seemed to be at extraordinary cost and pains with her, in sending into his Vineyard pious and painful Ministers, who have been willing and diligent to imploy their talent and talents for the conversion of souls,
God hath seemed to be At extraordinary cost and pains with her, in sending into his Vineyard pious and painful Ministers, who have been willing and diligent to employ their talon and Talents for the conversion of Souls,
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But what is the fruit it yeelds under such multiplied cost and pains? doth it bring forth suitable and seasonable fruit? No! no! May not God say of England, as once of Israel, England is an empty Vine, bringing forth fruit unto it self? Hos. 10.1.
But what is the fruit it yields under such multiplied cost and pains? does it bring forth suitable and seasonable fruit? No! no! May not God say of England, as once of Israel, England is an empty Vine, bringing forth fruit unto it self? Hos. 10.1.
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He may say to England, These three years, these ten, these twenty years, these forty, these hundred years and more have I come seeking fruit, but find none!
He may say to England, These three Years, these ten, these twenty Years, these forty, these hundred Years and more have I come seeking fruit, but find none!
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But alas, we find an Egypt in Goshen! a Sodom in Israel! abundance of the Vines of Sodom, and pregnant Grapes of Gomorrah in the Vineyard of God! He looked for Grapes, but behold wild Grapes! for Judgment, but behold Oppression!
But alas, we find an Egypt in Goshen! a Sodom in Israel! abundance of the Vines of Sodom, and pregnant Grapes of Gomorrah in the Vineyard of God! He looked for Grapes, but behold wild Grapes! for Judgement, but behold Oppression!
How doth Ungodliness, like an overflowing inundation, spread it self through the whole Nation! in all places, in all societies of men, in Cities, in Countries, Towns and Families!
How does Ungodliness, like an overflowing inundation, spread it self through the Whole nation! in all places, in all societies of men, in Cities, in Countries, Towns and Families!
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What abundance of Pride, Prophaness, Whoredom and Debauchedness! what abundance of Drunkenness, Swearing, and Prophanation of the Lord's Day is now amongst us!
What abundance of Pride, Profaneness, Whoredom and Debauchedness! what abundance of drunkenness, Swearing, and Profanation of the Lord's Day is now among us!
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How many amongst us began to loath the Manna of God's Word, and to turn aside after false Lights, taking fantastical and deluding apprehensions for Divine Illuminations, crying down the morality of the Sabbath,
How many among us began to loath the Manna of God's Word, and to turn aside After false Lights, taking fantastical and deluding apprehensions for Divine Illuminations, crying down the morality of the Sabbath,
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when the pains and cost he hath been at for us these hundreds of years and more, are no better requited, to withhold cost and pains for the future? VVhich of you having entrusted a son or servant with a stock of money to trade with in the world,
when the pains and cost he hath been At for us these hundreds of Years and more, Are no better requited, to withhold cost and pains for the future? Which of you having Entrusted a son or servant with a stock of money to trade with in the world,
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and gain advantages by it, when you see them not only negligent and idle, but prodigal and lavishing in exorbitant courses, would still entrust them with more? would you not rather take from them what they yet had? And do you not think God is as careful of his Sabbaths, VVord and Ordinances,
and gain advantages by it, when you see them not only negligent and idle, but prodigal and lavishing in exorbitant courses, would still entrust them with more? would you not rather take from them what they yet had? And do you not think God is as careful of his Sabbaths, Word and Ordinances,
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how little do you endeavour to bring your VVives, your Husbands, your Children and Servants to a saving knowledge of God! how little do you catechise and instruct them!
how little do you endeavour to bring your VVives, your Husbands, your Children and Servants to a Saving knowledge of God! how little do you catechise and instruct them!
May not his Ministers cry out in the language of the Prophet, they have laboured in vain, they have spent their strength in vain? And judg I pray you, Sirs, is it not just with the Lord,
May not his Ministers cry out in the language of the Prophet, they have laboured in vain, they have spent their strength in vain? And judge I pray you, Sirs, is it not just with the Lord,
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is it not just with the Lord now to say, England, such Towns and Parishes, such Families, such Persons are given to barrenness, let them alone, I will command the Clouds they rain no Rain upon them?
is it not just with the Lord now to say, England, such Towns and Parishes, such Families, such Persons Are given to Barrenness, let them alone, I will command the Clouds they rain no Rain upon them?
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Sometimes the Persecution falls upon the Church in general, upon People and Pastors, and then Ministers cannot with that clearness and justifiableness leave their Flocks;
Sometime the Persecution falls upon the Church in general, upon People and Pastors, and then Ministers cannot with that clearness and justifiableness leave their Flocks;
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because they most of all, like burning and shining Lights, squander and dispel the darkness of his kingdom, discover and manifest his hellish and subtile stratagems and methods of deceiving poor souls,
Because they most of all, like burning and shining Lights, squander and dispel the darkness of his Kingdom, discover and manifest his hellish and subtle stratagems and methods of deceiving poor Souls,
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because they are as God's Boanarges 's, and Barnabasses, battering down the walls of his kingdom, presumption, security and dispaire, by awakening men and women out of their spiritual lethargy,
Because they Are as God's Boanarges is, and Barnabas's, battering down the walls of his Kingdom, presumption, security and despair, by awakening men and women out of their spiritual lethargy,
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and therefore the Devil to secure his own interest, and to oppose, to hinder, and to destroy the Interest of Christ, will have them burnt or banished, silenced, their mouths stopped, that no more lightning and thunder, no more Cordials and Comforts come from them,
and Therefore the devil to secure his own Interest, and to oppose, to hinder, and to destroy the Interest of christ, will have them burned or banished, silenced, their mouths stopped, that no more lightning and thunder, no more Cordials and Comforts come from them,
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And this was the reason why Antichristian false doctrines were so much imbraced in the dayes of John, because they were doctrines of the world, doctrines pleasing flesh and blood,
And this was the reason why Antichristian false doctrines were so much embraced in the days of John, Because they were doctrines of the world, doctrines pleasing Flesh and blood,
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many of the Priests of the Lord, who feared suffering more than sinning, complied with, 1 King. 12.27, 28, 31. & 13.33. 2 Chron. 11. And how abundantly were the owners and promoters of Ahabs Idolatry, and Baals worship multiplied;
many of the Priests of the Lord, who feared suffering more than sinning, complied with, 1 King. 12.27, 28, 31. & 13.33. 2 Chronicles 11. And how abundantly were the owners and promoters of Ahabs Idolatry, and Baal's worship multiplied;
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and the Prophets of the Groves four hundred? Judge of the harvest by the tythes, 1 King. 18.19. and the ten Tribes so exceedingly infected with his leaven, that of those many thousands there, there remained but seven thousand only that had not bowed the knee to Baal, 1 King. 19.10. all which had the security and protection of their Kings and Councils, when the other were oppressed.
and the prophets of the Groves four hundred? Judge of the harvest by the Tithes, 1 King. 18.19. and the ten Tribes so exceedingly infected with his leaven, that of those many thousands there, there remained but seven thousand only that had not bowed the knee to Baal, 1 King. 19.10. all which had the security and protection of their Kings and Councils, when the other were oppressed.
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Such then that turn with every tide, saile with every wind, and like water, be of the same colour as the ground it runs over, that can favour and approve Jeroboams contrivance, to secure his revolted interest;
Such then that turn with every tide, sail with every wind, and like water, be of the same colour as the ground it runs over, that can favour and approve Jeroboams contrivance, to secure his revolted Interest;
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and when all is done, adhere close to the sins of Jeroboam, that he may become a friend and favorite to the aspiring and prospering Jehu: Such ministers as have lunacem fidem, as St. Austin said of the Pelagians, that are immutable only in the mutableness of their judgements and opinions, that can enlarge, lessen,
and when all is done, adhere close to the Sins of Jeroboam, that he may become a friend and favourite to the aspiring and prospering Jehu: Such Ministers as have lunacem fidem, as Saint Austin said of the Pelagians, that Are immutable only in the mutableness of their Judgments and opinions, that can enlarge, lessen,
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when they sought to entrapt him to stone him, to throw him down the hill and break his neck? was it not because he testified against them, that their works were evil? John 7.7.
when they sought to entrapped him to stone him, to throw him down the hill and break his neck? was it not Because he testified against them, that their works were evil? John 7.7.
and therefore our Saviour fore-arms his Disciples and Ministers, in fore-telling them, that the world would hate and persecute them, because ye are not of the world;
and Therefore our Saviour fore-arms his Disciples and Ministers, in foretelling them, that the world would hate and persecute them, Because you Are not of the world;
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that is, because your Doctrines are not of the principles, fashions, customes of the world, but contrary to them, therefore the world will hate you, John 15.19.
that is, Because your Doctrines Are not of the principles, fashions, customs of the world, but contrary to them, Therefore the world will hate you, John 15.19.
When the Doctrine of Ministers opposeth corrupt gain, and beateth down the sinful advantages and profits of ungodly men, they will rather part with the Truth of the Gospel, drive it and Ministers away, rather than lose their sinful and corrupt advantages.
When the Doctrine of Ministers Opposeth corrupt gain, and beats down the sinful advantages and profits of ungodly men, they will rather part with the Truth of the Gospel, drive it and Ministers away, rather than loose their sinful and corrupt advantages.
When Paul had preached down the Idolatry of Ephesus, and had turned much people away from it, Demetrius a Silver-smith, a maker of Shrines for Diana, fearing hereby he should lose his idolatrous profit, raiseth an uproar,
When Paul had preached down the Idolatry of Ephesus, and had turned much people away from it, Demetrius a Silversmith, a maker of Shrines for Diana, fearing hereby he should loose his idolatrous profit, Raiseth an uproar,
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and fills the City with confusion, Acts 19. It is an usual thing for idolatrous Priests, and Parasites of Kings, falsely to accuse God's Ministers of Treason, Sedition and Conspiracy against Kings;
and fills the city with confusion, Acts 19. It is an usual thing for idolatrous Priests, and Parasites of Kings, falsely to accuse God's Ministers of Treason, Sedition and conspiracy against Kings;
Thus Amaziah, an idolatrous Priest, accuseth Amos to Jeroboam, of Treason, and his Sermons were so seditious, &c. that the Land was not able to bear him;
Thus Amaziah, an idolatrous Priest, Accuseth Amos to Jeroboam, of Treason, and his Sermons were so seditious, etc. that the Land was not able to bear him;
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Amaziah had much dignity and profit by the place, and therefore hated Amos heartily, because he forbad the people to come any more to Bethel, but to shun it as a place infected with Superstition and Idolatry, Amos 5.5.
Amaziah had much dignity and profit by the place, and Therefore hated Amos heartily, Because he forbade the people to come any more to Bethel, but to shun it as a place infected with Superstition and Idolatry, Amos 5.5.
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How frequent is it to undermine by forged cavillations, such, whose Piety and Zeal for God and his Honour, preach down those sinful wayes, by which many gain their advancements and advantages? Sometimes they are accused as dangerous and destructive to the Peace & Safety of the Nation where they live,
How frequent is it to undermine by forged cavillations, such, whose Piety and Zeal for God and his Honour, preach down those sinful ways, by which many gain their advancements and advantages? Sometime they Are accused as dangerous and destructive to the Peace & Safety of the nation where they live,
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Haman accused the Jews, and told Ahasuerus, It was not for the Kings profit to suffer them, Esth. 3.8. The God of Heaven deliver us from such Priests and Hamans! and clear up our Innocency as the noon Sun;
Haman accused the jews, and told Ahasuerus, It was not for the Kings profit to suffer them, Esth. 3.8. The God of Heaven deliver us from such Priests and Hamans! and clear up our Innocency as the noon Sun;
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and keep them from closing with it, 2 Chron. 11.13, 14. The Prophets that would not connive at the Idolatries and Whoredoms of Jezebel, but preached them down,
and keep them from closing with it, 2 Chronicles 11.13, 14. The prophets that would not connive At the Idolatries and Whoredoms of Jezebel, but preached them down,
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and endeavoured to arm, fence & antidote the People against that poysonous leaven, and to draw them to the Purity of God's Worship, were all of them persecuted, some slain, some hid by Obadiah by fifties in Caves,
and endeavoured to arm, fence & antidote the People against that poisonous leaven, and to draw them to the Purity of God's Worship, were all of them persecuted, Some slave, Some hid by Obadiah by fifties in Caves,
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and the People, according to his command, had slain Baals Priests, Jezebel threatneth him, and Elijah flyeth for it, 1 Kings 18.38, 4. — 19.1, 2, 3, 4.
and the People, according to his command, had slave Baal's Priests, Jezebel threatens him, and Elijah flies for it, 1 Kings 18.38, 4. — 19.1, 2, 3, 4.
It would be tedious to recount the several instances of Good men, who upon the prevailing of corrupt interests and sinful men, have been forced to fly, and leave their charge.
It would be tedious to recount the several instances of Good men, who upon the prevailing of corrupt interests and sinful men, have been forced to fly, and leave their charge.
Moses, who was faithful in the House of God, understanding that Pharoah intended to destroy him, fled into the Land of Mediah, Exod. 2.14, 15. We reade of our Saviour, that upon several occasions he did withdraw, hide,
Moses, who was faithful in the House of God, understanding that Pharaoh intended to destroy him, fled into the Land of Mediah, Exod 2.14, 15. We read of our Saviour, that upon several occasions he did withdraw, hide,
When Herod designed to destroy the Babes of Bethlehem, Christ was with his father and mother sent into Egypt, Mat. 2.14. He withdrew when the Pharisees held a Council to destroy him, Mat. 12.13, 14. He fled from the Tyranny of Herod, when he had cut off John Baptists head, Mat. 14.12, 13. He hid himself when the Jews would have stoned him, John 8.59. and conveyed himself out of the multitude, when they would have cast him down an hill and broke his neck.
When Herod designed to destroy the Babes of Bethlehem, christ was with his father and mother sent into Egypt, Mathew 2.14. He withdrew when the Pharisees held a Council to destroy him, Mathew 12.13, 14. He fled from the Tyranny of Herod, when he had Cut off John Baptists head, Mathew 14.12, 13. He hid himself when the jews would have stoned him, John 8.59. and conveyed himself out of the multitude, when they would have cast him down an hill and broke his neck.
By Witnesses some understand Magistrates and Ministers. Magistrates are God's Representatives amongst men, Psal. 82.6. Witnesses and Demonstrations of God's Soveraignty, in ruling, in punishing the wicked, in defending and rewarding the Good and Virtuous.
By Witnesses Some understand Magistrates and Ministers. Magistrates Are God's Representatives among men, Psalm 82.6. Witnesses and Demonstrations of God's Sovereignty, in ruling, in punishing the wicked, in defending and rewarding the Good and Virtuous.
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Ministers are God's Witness, to declare, assert, plead and maintain God's Cause and Interest, his stupendious Work and glorious Attributes in Mans Redemption.
Ministers Are God's Witness, to declare, assert, plead and maintain God's Cause and Interest, his stupendious Work and glorious Attributes in men Redemption.
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it is not a natural but a civil death, a routing them from their Offices, and suspending them from the execution of their duties, whether Magistrates, Ministers, or both.
it is not a natural but a civil death, a routing them from their Offices, and suspending them from the execution of their duties, whither Magistrates, Ministers, or both.
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The ground and reasons why I take the killing of the Witnesses to be a civil, not a natural death, is in the word of verse 9. And they of all People, Kindreds and Tongues and Nations shall see their dead bodies three dayes and an half;
The ground and Reasons why I take the killing of the Witnesses to be a civil, not a natural death, is in the word of verse 9. And they of all People, Kindreds and Tongues and nations shall see their dead bodies three days and an half;
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and if they were naturally dead it would be undecent, loathsome, and unnatural to keep them above ground, exposing them to every visitant and spectator,
and if they were naturally dead it would be undecent, loathsome, and unnatural to keep them above ground, exposing them to every visitant and spectator,
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Further, these Nations, and Kindreds, and People, and Tongues that saw their dead bodies, were friends, Pious and Religions persons, that cordialy owned loved and affected them;
Further, these nations, and Kindreds, and People, and Tongues that saw their dead bodies, were Friends, Pious and Religions Persons, that cordialy owned loved and affected them;
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But if you say, they might be enemies that out of malice to expose them unto greater shame and contempt, would not suffer them to be buried, it cannot be;
But if you say, they might be enemies that out of malice to expose them unto greater shame and contempt, would not suffer them to be buried, it cannot be;
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for their dead bodies lying three dayes and an half, understand three Prophetical daies and an half, that is, three years and an half unburied, would infect the air,
for their dead bodies lying three days and an half, understand three Prophetical days and an half, that is, three Years and an half unburied, would infect the air,
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and before the great and general Resurrection at the last Day, which is contrary to the Scriptures, which mention but one general Resurrection of the body,
and before the great and general Resurrection At the last Day, which is contrary to the Scriptures, which mention but one general Resurrection of the body,
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and grave judgments, the Supream Authority of a Nation, that by enacted Laws shall give liberty and Authority to the slain Witnesses, to re-assume the publick exercise of their Ministry and Magistracy of which they were before deprived;
and grave Judgments, the Supreme authority of a nation, that by enacted Laws shall give liberty and authority to the slave Witnesses, to reassume the public exercise of their Ministry and Magistracy of which they were before deprived;
so then I conclude from the rules of decency, from the instinct of nature, the respective and tender care of love and affection, from the Rules and Reasons of Policy, from the harmony of Scriptures, from the barbarousness of burying persons alive, that it is not a natural but a civil death, slain in their Offices, not in their Persons.
so then I conclude from the rules of decency, from the instinct of nature, the respective and tender care of love and affection, from the Rules and Reasons of Policy, from the harmony of Scriptures, from the barbarousness of burying Persons alive, that it is not a natural but a civil death, slave in their Offices, not in their Persons.
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By the Streets of the great City, you are not to understand it litteraly and locally of the streets of Rome, but of several Nations and Kingdome that did belong to Antichrist, that were under the Papal Power and parts of his Dominion,
By the Streets of the great city, you Are not to understand it litteraly and locally of the streets of Room, but of several nations and Kingdom that did belong to Antichrist, that were under the Papal Power and parts of his Dominion,
For the words in verse 9. They of the People and Kindreds and Tongues and Nations should see their dead bodies, seem to me to imply and intimate the several Nations and Kingdoms where they should be slain;
For the words in verse 9. They of the People and Kindreds and Tongues and nations should see their dead bodies, seem to me to imply and intimate the several nations and Kingdoms where they should be slave;
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and administration of Sacraments in some comfortable manner and measure, by a constant succession of pious, painful and learned Ministers, whereby those Nations and Kingdoms should be much enlightened;
and administration of Sacraments in Some comfortable manner and measure, by a constant succession of pious, painful and learned Ministers, whereby those nations and Kingdoms should be much enlightened;
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And during the space of their civil death, they shall have the warm hearts and affections of the People, they will not suffer them to be put into graves alive,
And during the Molle of their civil death, they shall have the warm hearts and affections of the People, they will not suffer them to be put into graves alive,
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how diligent is he in watching with, and attending his Patient? how curious & exact in observing the pulse, the symptomes, workings, nature and strength of the disease? how careful and diligent to apply proper Remedies and Physick;
how diligent is he in watching with, and attending his Patient? how curious & exact in observing the pulse, the symptoms, workings, nature and strength of the disease? how careful and diligent to apply proper Remedies and Physic;
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sometimes Corrosives, sometimes Cordials, and all to restore health, and prolong life to his Patient? How much more diligent should Ministers, Physicians of souls be, in observing the several Maladies,
sometime Corrosives, sometime Cordials, and all to restore health, and prolong life to his Patient? How much more diligent should Ministers, Physicians of Souls be, in observing the several Maladies,
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to win the ungrateful, and make them kind? what is the body to the soul? or life temporal in a troublesome world, to Life Eternal in unspeakable Happiness? the Excellency of the object should heighten our esteem, and double our diligence.
to win the ungrateful, and make them kind? what is the body to the soul? or life temporal in a troublesome world, to Life Eternal in unspeakable Happiness? the Excellency of the Object should heighten our esteem, and double our diligence.
And how should the joyes of the one, and the torments of the other, and the eternity of both, add indefatigableness to our labours, unwearied vigilancy to our perspective care, invincibleness to our courage, irrefragableness to our arguments, ••d steep our perswasions in tears,
And how should the Joys of the one, and the torments of the other, and the eternity of both, add indefatigableness to our labours, unwearied vigilancy to our perspective care, invincibleness to our courage, irrefragableness to our Arguments, ••d steep our persuasions in tears,
and all to keep you from lodging your selves in everlasting burnings, and bring you to an Enjoyment of the beatifical Vision of the blessed God! In this decriped age of the world, the Devils seem to be possessed with some spirits worse than themselves;
and all to keep you from lodging your selves in everlasting burnings, and bring you to an Enjoyment of the beatifical Vision of the blessed God! In this decriped age of the world, the Devils seem to be possessed with Some spirits Worse than themselves;
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if by any means, by secret perswasions, by hostile invasions, by strange delusions; turning themselves into Angels of Light, that they may drag one soul to Hell:
if by any means, by secret persuasions, by hostile invasions, by strange delusions; turning themselves into Angels of Light, that they may drag one soul to Hell:
How many Cities and Countries did he enlighten with the Gospel? Jerusalem, Illyricum, Damascus, Arabia, Antioch, Arhaja, Cilicia, Cyprus, Epirus, Galatia, Mysia, Lycaonia, Pamphilia, Physidia, Phrygia, Selutia Syria, Troas.
How many Cities and Countries did he enlighten with the Gospel? Jerusalem, Illyricum, Damascus, Arabia, Antioch, Arhaja, Cilicia, Cyprus, Epirus, Galatia, Mysia, Lycaonia, Pamphylia, Physidia, Phrygia, Selutia Syria, Troas.
We must wait on our Ministry, Rom. 12.7. give our selvs continually to it, Acts 6.4. We must fulfill our Ministry, Col. 4.7. The soundness, fatness, fruitfulness of the Flock, is an honour to the Shepherd.
We must wait on our Ministry, Rom. 12.7. give our selves continually to it, Acts 6.4. We must fulfil our Ministry, Col. 4.7. The soundness, fatness, fruitfulness of the Flock, is an honour to the Shepherd.
It is the glory of Kings, according to the rules of the great States-man, NONLATINALPHABET, to ease and heal their Cities and Kingdoms of those miseries and calamities they groan and languish under, to secure their present peace and prosperity, to enlarge their bounds,
It is the glory of Kings, according to the rules of the great Statesman,, to ease and heal their Cities and Kingdoms of those misery's and calamities they groan and languish under, to secure their present peace and Prosperity, to enlarge their bounds,
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unto his faithful Ministers, when they shall stand forth before God, his Angels, and all men? Andrew bringing with him his Achaians, whom by his Ministry he hath gained unto Christ:
unto his faithful Ministers, when they shall stand forth before God, his Angels, and all men? Andrew bringing with him his Achaians, whom by his Ministry he hath gained unto christ:
John with his Asians; Thomas with his Indians; Peter with his Jews, and Paul with his Gentiles; and all the pious and faithful Ministers of Christ, with all the Children God hath given them in their respective Ages and Generations;
John with his Asians; Thomas with his Indians; Peter with his jews, and Paul with his Gentiles; and all the pious and faithful Ministers of christ, with all the Children God hath given them in their respective Ages and Generations;
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and these shall be to them a Crown of Glorifying in the presence of Jesus Christ at his coming, 1 Thes. 2.19. and the time for the accomplishing of all this, at the longest, is very short.
and these shall be to them a Crown of Glorifying in the presence of jesus christ At his coming, 1 Thebes 2.19. and the time for the accomplishing of all this, At the longest, is very short.
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how should they labour to do much in a little while? the grand importance of the work, the numerous and potent enemies, that oppose and hinder it, the uncertainty and shortness of time to do it in, should make us wonderfully diligent:
how should they labour to do much in a little while? the grand importance of the work, the numerous and potent enemies, that oppose and hinder it, the uncertainty and shortness of time to do it in, should make us wonderfully diligent:
& to multiply to themselves Church-revenues, heaping Steeple upon Steeple, as the Gyants of old, Pelion upon Ossa, and upon both these Olympus, to fill their Coffers, to maintain their Pomp, their full Tables, to provide portions for their Children,
& to multiply to themselves Church revenues, heaping Steeple upon Steeple, as the Giants of old, Pelion upon Ossa, and upon both these Olympus, to fill their Coffers, to maintain their Pomp, their full Tables, to provide portions for their Children,
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and this great and necessary work undone, the diseased not strengthened, the sick not healed, the broken not bound up, that which was driven away, not brought back, that not sought which was lost: W• to such Shepherds of Israel, of England, and of all Christian Kingdoms in the world, that feed themselves, that eat the fat,
and this great and necessary work undone, the diseased not strengthened, the sick not healed, the broken not bound up, that which was driven away, not brought back, that not sought which was lost: W• to such Shepherd's of Israel, of England, and of all Christian Kingdoms in the world, that feed themselves, that eat the fat,
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but with force and cruelty rule over them, Ezek. 34.2, 3, 4. How desperate and dreadful is that Charge God layeth upon the Priests of Judah; his Watchmen are blind, they are all ignorant, they are all dumb Dogs, they cannot bark sleeping, lying down, and loving to slumber; yea, they are greedy Dogs, that can never have enough;
but with force and cruelty Rule over them, Ezekiel 34.2, 3, 4. How desperate and dreadful is that Charge God Layeth upon the Priests of Judah; his Watchmen Are blind, they Are all ignorant, they Are all dumb Dogs, they cannot bark sleeping, lying down, and loving to slumber; yea, they Are greedy Dogs, that can never have enough;
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2. If Ministers are not certain of a continued Refidence amongst their People, be you then exhorted to make good use and improvement of present Gospel-Enjoyments:
2. If Ministers Are not certain of a continued Residence among their People, be you then exhorted to make good use and improvement of present Gospel enjoyments:
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they have the pleasant Gales of God's Spirit to waft them nearer to Heaven; they have an harvest day of, and pleasant seasons to make provision for Glory:
they have the pleasant Gales of God's Spirit to waft them nearer to Heaven; they have an harvest day of, and pleasant seasons to make provision for Glory:
How miserable would it have been with Egypt in the seven years of Famine, if there had not been vast provisions and innumerable store laid up in the seven years of plenty!
How miserable would it have been with Egypt in the seven Years of Famine, if there had not been vast provisions and innumerable store laid up in the seven Years of plenty!
Where there is no Vision the People perish. A People without a Pastour, are without a Watchman to warn and awaken them; without Lights to enlighten them;
Where there is no Vision the People perish. A People without a Pastor, Are without a Watchman to warn and awaken them; without Lights to enlighten them;
And to have such are as spoken of in Isa. 56.10, 11, 12. blind and dumb, covetous and greedy, and drunkards: or such as are mentioned in Ezek. 34. that are dispersers of the Flock, not dispensers of the Word and Ordinances:
And to have such Are as spoken of in Isaiah 56.10, 11, 12. blind and dumb, covetous and greedy, and drunkards: or such as Are mentioned in Ezekiel 34. that Are dispersers of the Flock, not dispensers of the Word and Ordinances:
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and how can there chuse but be Whoredom in Ephraim, and Defilement in Israel, when the Priests commit lewdness? Am. 6.9, 10. No wonder if that people be made a prey,
and how can there choose but be Whoredom in Ephraim, and Defilement in Israel, when the Priests commit Lewdness? Am. 6.9, 10. No wonder if that people be made a prey,
and brought to nought, whose Watchmen are blind, whose Preachers are dumb, whose Champions are lame, whose Physicians are sick, whose Salt is unsavory, whose Teachers are untaught, whose Guides are ignorant of the Way, whose Pastours are Impostors, whose Pillars are Pollars, fleecing, but not feeding the Flock:
and brought to nought, whose Watchmen Are blind, whose Preachers Are dumb, whose Champions Are lame, whose Physicians Are sick, whose Salt is unsavoury, whose Teachers Are untaught, whose Guides Are ignorant of the Way, whose Pastors Are Impostors, whose Pillars Are Pollars, fleecing, but not feeding the Flock:
Doth not hence spring the ruine of the Church, the contempt of the Ministry, and all Church Orders and Ordinances, the corruption of manners, a sinck of sin, and deluge of prophaness; the starving of Charity; the debasement of Religion; the hazarding of your Graces;
Does not hence spring the ruin of the Church, the contempt of the Ministry, and all Church Order and Ordinances, the corruption of manners, a sink of since, and deluge of profaneness; the starving of Charity; the debasement of Religion; the hazarding of your Graces;
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the endangering of your soules for ever? And for a Christian now to order his conversation aright, it requires that God's Word should dwell richly in him in all Wisdom;
the endangering of your Souls for ever? And for a Christian now to order his Conversation aright, it requires that God's Word should dwell richly in him in all Wisdom;
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and Plague-expelling Antidotes of God's most holy Word. This was the Preservative and Security of that good King, Psal. 119.11. I have hid thy Word in my heart, that I might not sin against thee.
and Plague-expelling Antidotes of God's most holy Word. This was the Preservative and Security of that good King, Psalm 119.11. I have hid thy Word in my heart, that I might not sin against thee.
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Therefore, my Brethren, for the glory of God, for the honour of Christ, the credit and ornament of your Profession, the rejoycing of your dying Minister,
Therefore, my Brothers, for the glory of God, for the honour of christ, the credit and ornament of your Profession, the rejoicing of your dying Minister,
and your own Salvation, See that you walk in the strength of that Doctrine and Word, I have almost for the space of these four years delivered unto you,
and your own Salvation, See that you walk in the strength of that Doctrine and Word, I have almost for the Molle of these four Years Delivered unto you,
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as the Prophet Elijah in the strength of the Cake, until you come unto the Mount of God, 1 Kings 19.8. That whether I come again unto you, or be absent, yet I may hear of your affairs, that your conversation be as becomes the Gospel;
as the Prophet Elijah in the strength of the Cake, until you come unto the Mount of God, 1 Kings 19.8. That whither I come again unto you, or be absent, yet I may hear of your affairs, that your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel;
In the words you have a twofold Remedy in opposition to a twofold Malady: The first Malady was Affliction and Persecution, mentioned in ver. 29. for which the Apostle prescribeth God as the Sovereign Cure and Remedy; And now I commend you to God.
In the words you have a twofold Remedy in opposition to a twofold Malady: The First Malady was Affliction and Persecution, mentioned in ver. 29. for which the Apostle prescribeth God as the Sovereign Cure and Remedy; And now I commend you to God.
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The second Malady is Infection and Heresie, mentioned ver. 30. for which the Apostle prescribeth God's Word as the best Preservative and Remedy, And now I commend you to God, and the Word;
The second Malady is Infection and Heresy, mentioned for. 30. for which the Apostle prescribeth God's Word as the best Preservative and Remedy, And now I commend you to God, and the Word;
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I have demonstrated it briefly, and briefly improved it by way of Application — But then secondly, from the Provision of Security and Comfort that Paul commendeth his Ephesians to at his departure, you had this Doctrine.
I have demonstrated it briefly, and briefly improved it by Way of Application — But then secondly, from the Provision of Security and Comfort that Paul commends his Ephesians to At his departure, you had this Doctrine.
Now in the last place, and my last opportunity I come to the Grand Cure, and Sovereign Remedy for the above named Maladies, [ God, and the Word of his Grace. ] The Doctrine is this,
Now in the last place, and my last opportunity I come to the Grand Cure, and Sovereign Remedy for the above nam Maladies, [ God, and the Word of his Grace. ] The Doctrine is this,
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The Greek word NONLATINALPHABET hath divers significations in the New Testament, but in this place and some others, it properly signifies, Fidei alicutus depositum servandam trado committo, we commit something to the care and fidelity of another for security and preservation.
The Greek word hath diverse significations in the New Testament, but in this place and Some Others, it properly signifies, Fidei alicutus depositum servandam Trade committo, we commit something to the care and Fidis of Another for security and preservation.
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and all the affairs and concernments of that Church, both under Persecution, and in the midst of contagious Heresies and Doctrines, to the defence and protection of God,
and all the affairs and concernments of that Church, both under Persecution, and in the midst of contagious Heresies and Doctrines, to the defence and protection of God,
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So that if you please to give a name to my Text, let it be this, The departing Pastor's Security and Comfort for his left People, &c. — When the Father of a family lies upon his death-bed,
So that if you please to give a name to my Text, let it be this, The departing Pastors Security and Comfort for his left People, etc. — When the Father of a family lies upon his deathbed,
and ready to take his ultimum vale of the world, commends his Wife and Children, to the care, counsel and direction, to the defence and protection of his most trusly, faithful,
and ready to take his ultimum vale of the world, commends his Wife and Children, to the care, counsel and direction, to the defence and protection of his most trusly, faithful,
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No more should he be with them to appease their dissentions, reconcile their divisions, he should maintain the Doctrine of Free-Grace, the purity and simplicity of Gospel-Worship no more.
No more should he be with them to appease their dissensions, reconcile their divisions, he should maintain the Doctrine of Free-Grace, the purity and simplicity of Gospel worship no more.
What will not Parents do and venture to preserve their tender babes in danger? they'l venture upon pikes and swords, upon wild beasts, they'l venture through fire and water to save them.
What will not Parents do and venture to preserve their tender babes in danger? They'll venture upon pikes and swords, upon wild beasts, They'll venture through fire and water to save them.
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What is the reason that all the policies and power of infernal spirits, all the stratagems of the Devil's Agents, all the black cursings and bloody execrations of ungodly men;
What is the reason that all the policies and power of infernal spirits, all the stratagems of the Devil's Agents, all the black cursings and bloody execrations of ungodly men;
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all the Popish Fulminations and thundrings of Anathema's against God's People take no more effect? what is the reason that there is no Inchantment against Jacob, nor Divination against Israel? It is God's Love that shields off all.
all the Popish Fulminations and thunderings of Anathema's against God's People take no more Effect? what is the reason that there is no Enchantment against Jacob, nor Divination against Israel? It is God's Love that shields off all.
The most glorious Potentates & prosperous Kingdoms, have become contemptible and heaps of ruine, for their opposing, oppressing and persecuting God's Church.
The most glorious Potentates & prosperous Kingdoms, have become contemptible and heaps of ruin, for their opposing, oppressing and persecuting God's Church.
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God's Love puts an higher estimate upon the poorest Saint, than upon all the Sinful, though sceptred, crowned, adorned and adored, Monarchs of the world.
God's Love puts an higher estimate upon the Poorest Saint, than upon all the Sinful, though sceptred, crowned, adorned and adored, Monarchs of the world.
Why did he smite the first-born in Egypt both of man and beast? why did he send his Tokens into the midst of Egypt upon Pharoah and upon all his Servants? Why did he smite great Nations,
Why did he smite the firstborn in Egypt both of man and beast? why did he send his Tokens into the midst of Egypt upon Pharaoh and upon all his Servants? Why did he smite great nations,
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and slay mighty Kings? Sion King of the Amorites, and Og King of Bashan, and all the Kings of Canaan? Psal. 135.8, 9, 10, 11. Was it not because he had chosen Jacob unto himself,
and slay mighty Kings? Sion King of the amorites, and Og King of Bashan, and all the Kings of Canaan? Psalm 135.8, 9, 10, 11. Was it not Because he had chosen Jacob unto himself,
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and Israel for his peculiar treasure? ver. 4. And again, I gave Egypt for thy ransom, Ethiopia and Sheba for thee. Since thou hast been precious in my sight, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee;
and Israel for his peculiar treasure? ver. 4. And again, I gave Egypt for thy ransom, Ethiopia and Sheba for thee. Since thou hast been precious in my sighed, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee;
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therefore I will give men for thee, and people for thy life, Isa. 43.3, 4. God in his Love thinks nothing too good, nothing too great to be done for his Church and People.
Therefore I will give men for thee, and people for thy life, Isaiah 43.3, 4. God in his Love thinks nothing too good, nothing too great to be done for his Church and People.
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This Love will comfort you against all temptations concerning sin, in doubtings concerning Gods presence, perseverance in Faith, and assurance of Salvation.
This Love will Comfort you against all temptations Concerning since, in doubtings Concerning God's presence, perseverance in Faith, and assurance of Salvation.
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nor things present, nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the Love of God, which is in Christ J•sus our Lord, Rom. 8.38, 39. To these add the dearness, strength, constancy,
nor things present, nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the Love of God, which is in christ J•sus our Lord, Rom. 8.38, 39. To these add the dearness, strength, constancy,
and inviolableness of God's Lewe unto his Children; dearer than a mothers to her sw••etest babe, Isa. 49.15. stronger than the mountains, Isa. 54.19. more constant than the courses of Heaven, J•r. 31.35, 36. & 33.20, 21. it is as sure as God him self is sure, Psal. 89.34, 35. And for a People to be committed to such a Love, is ground of security and comfort.
and inviolableness of God's Lewe unto his Children; Dearer than a mother's to her sw••etest babe, Isaiah 49.15. Stronger than the Mountains, Isaiah 54.19. more constant than the courses of Heaven, J•r. 31.35, 36. & 33.20, 21. it is as sure as God him self is sure, Psalm 89.34, 35. And for a People to be committed to such a Love, is ground of security and Comfort.
Compassion unarms the Armed, blunts sharpened swords, enfeebles the strong and sinewy arms, when an astorgy arms the unarmed, sharpens the sword, addes strength to weak arms,
Compassion unarms the Armed, blunts sharpened swords, enfeebles the strong and sinewy arms, when an astorgy arms the unarmed, sharpens the sword, adds strength to weak arms,
and shall not the KING of the Kings of Israel have mercy on his Children? Mercy makes the tender heart partaker of the misery of him that is distressed.
and shall not the KING of the Kings of Israel have mercy on his Children? Mercy makes the tender heart partaker of the misery of him that is distressed.
It is pity that makes you to bind up the wounds of the wounded, to wash Lazarus his sores, to cloath the naked, to feed the hungry, to refresh the thirsty.
It is pity that makes you to bind up the wounds of the wounded, to wash Lazarus his sores, to cloth the naked, to feed the hungry, to refresh the thirsty.
Now the God to whom I leave you, is the God of pity and Father of mercies, 2 Cor. 1.3. all the pity and compassion in the creatures, is derived from him;
Now the God to whom I leave you, is the God of pity and Father of Mercies, 2 Cor. 1.3. all the pity and compassion in the creatures, is derived from him;
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and as the mercifulness of tender Parents, causeth them to pitty their sick Children; so God, like a tender Father, pitties them that fear him, Psal. 103.10. yea, he sympathizeth with them in all their sufferings, accounting their sufferings his:
and as the mercifulness of tender Parents, Causes them to pity their sick Children; so God, like a tender Father, pities them that Fear him, Psalm 103.10. yea, he Sympathizeth with them in all their sufferings, accounting their sufferings his:
and whatsoever Satan doth to you, in tempting you to sin, to dispair, in buffeting you, filling your hearts with heaviness, your mouths with sighs and complaints, your eyes with showers of tears, he takes it as done to himself:
and whatsoever Satan does to you, in tempting you to since, to despair, in buffeting you, filling your hearts with heaviness, your mouths with sighs and complaints, your eyes with showers of tears, he Takes it as done to himself:
and in that himself suffered, being tempted, he is able to succour them that are tempted, Heb. 4.15. chap. 2.18. Here is a rise of Compassion according to the degree of suffering.
and in that himself suffered, being tempted, he is able to succour them that Are tempted, Hebrew 4.15. chap. 2.18. Here is a rise of Compassion according to the degree of suffering.
but denied and acquitted her interest in him, because her bowels yearned towards him, 1 Kings 3.26. God's Pitty to his People, is the most intensive, when their Afflictions are the most increased:
but denied and acquitted her Interest in him, Because her bowels yearned towards him, 1 Kings 3.26. God's Pity to his People, is the most intensive, when their Afflictions Are the most increased:
His soul was grieved for the Misery of his People Israel, Judg. 10.16. It grieves God to see his lie laden with Iron-fetters, to lye in long, and loathsome Imprisonments, under cruel Tortures and Tormenting Deaths.
His soul was grieved for the Misery of his People Israel, Judges 10.16. It grieves God to see his lie laden with Iron-fetters, to lie in long, and loathsome Imprisonments, under cruel Tortures and Tormenting Death's.
When you are buffeted with Satan, bewailing your sins and miseries, God's Bowels of Compassion are moved towards you, Jer. 31.18, 19, 20. Surely I have heard Ephraim bemoaning himself, thus, Thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised, &c. After I was instructed, I smote upon my thigh;
When you Are buffeted with Satan, bewailing your Sins and misery's, God's Bowels of Compassion Are moved towards you, Jer. 31.18, 19, 20. Surely I have herd Ephraim bemoaning himself, thus, Thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised, etc. After I was instructed, I smote upon my thigh;
And this tender compassion is not a bare pitty, but an helping, relieving, succouring Pitty. Many have compassion, but want ability to help and succour;
And this tender compassion is not a bore pity, but an helping, relieving, succouring Pity. Many have compassion, but want ability to help and succour;
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and had compassion on them, and would not destroy them, 2 Kings 13.22, 23. And the reason why God did not destroy the Jews in the Wilderness, was because of his Mercy;
and had compassion on them, and would not destroy them, 2 Kings 13.22, 23. And the reason why God did not destroy the jews in the Wilderness, was Because of his Mercy;
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But he being full of Compassion, for gave their Iniquity, destroyed them not, Psal. 78.38. Mercy steps in and pleades, prevailingly against Justice, for the preservation of a People:
But he being full of Compassion, for gave their Iniquity, destroyed them not, Psalm 78.38. Mercy steps in and pleads, prevailingly against justice, for the preservation of a People:
As far as the East is from the West, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us, Psal. 103.12. compared to the height of heaven above the earth;
As Far as the East is from the West, so Far hath he removed our transgressions from us, Psalm 103.12. compared to the height of heaven above the earth;
This Sea of Mercy covered Noahs Drunkenness, Lots Incest, Davids Adultery and Murder, Mary Magdalens Whoredom, Peters Denial of Christ, and Pauls Persecution!
This Sea of Mercy covered Noahs drunkenness, Lots Incest, Davids Adultery and Murder, Marry Magdalene Whoredom, Peter's Denial of christ, and Paul's Persecution!
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In a little wrath I hid my face from thee for a moment, but with everlasting Kindness will I have Mercy on thee, saith the Lord, Isa. 54.7, 8, 9, 10. Christ is so merciful a Shepherd,
In a little wrath I hid my face from thee for a moment, but with everlasting Kindness will I have Mercy on thee, Says the Lord, Isaiah 54.7, 8, 9, 10. christ is so merciful a Shepherd,
And to this Mercy I commend you, that, as a shield, will defend you from the Curses, Divinations, Inchantments, Anathema's of your enemies; that will destroy your Persecutors;
And to this Mercy I commend you, that, as a shield, will defend you from the Curses, Divinations, Enchantments, Anathema's of your enemies; that will destroy your Persecutors;
And how often did faithless Dalilah attempt to betray Sampson to the Philistines, Judg. 16. And David must not lodge in Keilah, because the Inhabitants would deliver him up, 1. Sam. 23.11, 12. Ahabs Children lost their heads by the unfaithfulness of their Guardians, 2 King. 10. How many famous and strong Castles, well-fenced Towns,
And how often did faithless Delilah attempt to betray Sampson to the philistines, Judges 16. And David must not lodge in Keilah, Because the Inhabitants would deliver him up, 1. Sam. 23.11, 12. Ahabs Children lost their Heads by the unfaithfulness of their Guardians, 2 King. 10. How many famous and strong Castles, well-fenced Towns,
than the strongest walls with Treachery. Nothing safe committed to the custody of faithless persons; Orphans wronged and defrauded, your Estates imbezeled, your Persons betrayed, your Lives exceedingly endangered;
than the Strongest walls with Treachery. Nothing safe committed to the custody of faithless Persons; Orphans wronged and defrauded, your Estates embezzled, your Persons betrayed, your Lives exceedingly endangered;
nor Preferments corrupt, nor Rewards bribe, nor Fear, nor Threatening; nor Dangers discourage, but remain resolute and faithful against all, is great Security and Comfort.
nor Preferments corrupt, nor Rewards bribe, nor fear, nor Threatening; nor Dangers discourage, but remain resolute and faithful against all, is great Security and Comfort.
Deliver me not over unto the will of mine enemies: for false witnesses are risen up against me, Psal. 27.12. He is faithful to preserve you from Temptation;
Deliver me not over unto the will of mine enemies: for false Witnesses Are risen up against me, Psalm 27.12. He is faithful to preserve you from Temptation;
but with the temptation, will find out a way for your deliverance, 1 Cor. 10.13. Thus he prayed that Peters faith failed not, Luke 22.31. his Grace was sufficient for Paul, 2 Cor. 12.7.
but with the temptation, will find out a Way for your deliverance, 1 Cor. 10.13. Thus he prayed that Peter's faith failed not, Lycia 22.31. his Grace was sufficient for Paul, 2 Cor. 12.7.
he is faithful to preserve your Graces, your Knowledge, Faith, Love, Hope, Patience, Humility, &c. if God did not keep them they would soon wither, decay, and come to nothing;
he is faithful to preserve your Graces, your Knowledge, Faith, Love, Hope, Patience, Humility, etc. if God did not keep them they would soon wither, decay, and come to nothing;
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though he may suffer your bodies to be imprisoned, banished, tortured, burned, yet he is faithful to keep them safe until the Resurrection, the great and general Spring,
though he may suffer your bodies to be imprisoned, banished, tortured, burned, yet he is faithful to keep them safe until the Resurrection, the great and general Spring,
And here is great security concerning temporal danger, temptation, Graces, Comforts, and all. To which I commend you, and your All for Protection and Comfort.
And Here is great security Concerning temporal danger, temptation, Graces, Comforts, and all. To which I commend you, and your All for Protection and Comfort.
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and the Kings of the Earth take counsel together against the Lord and his Anointed? Psal. 2.1, 2. He knew all the devices of Senacherib against Jerusalem; I know (saith God) thy abode, thy comming in, thy going out,
and the Kings of the Earth take counsel together against the Lord and his Anointed? Psalm 2.1, 2. He knew all the devices of Sennacherib against Jerusalem; I know (Says God) thy Abided, thy coming in, thy going out,
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and strong, yet the Defender of the Church is more vigilent, more politick, more strong, he opposeth his Wisdom to their wisdom, his Counsels to their counsels, his Power to their power, he out-wits them, and out-powers them:
and strong, yet the Defender of the Church is more vigilent, more politic, more strong, he Opposeth his Wisdom to their Wisdom, his Counsels to their Counsels, his Power to their power, he outwits them, and out-powers them:
and into the same Pit they have digged for others, Psal. 7.15, 16. He hangs Haman on the same Gallows he had raised for Mordecai. And as he is diligent to discover the plots of his Peoples enemies,
and into the same Pit they have dug for Others, Psalm 7.15, 16. He hangs Haman on the same Gallows he had raised for Mordecai. And as he is diligent to discover the plots of his Peoples enemies,
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He is diligent to preserve the souls, as well as the bodies of his People, from Satans temptations, the allurements of the world, and inward corruptions;
He is diligent to preserve the Souls, as well as the bodies of his People, from Satan temptations, the allurements of the world, and inward corruptions;
He is diligent to preserve the Graces of his People, even as the Goldsmith is careful and diligent to keep and save all the filings and dust of his Gold,
He is diligent to preserve the Graces of his People, even as the Goldsmith is careful and diligent to keep and save all the filings and dust of his Gold,
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because the least grain of it, according to its proportion is precious; so the least of your Graces, though weak and small in your account, is precious,
Because the least grain of it, according to its proportion is precious; so the least of your Graces, though weak and small in your account, is precious,
God's People are very precious in his esteem, they are his Jewels, Mal. 3. as dear to him as the apple of his eye, Zeph. 2. As a man when his house is on fire, is wonderful diligent to keep and save from the flame, whatsoever is dear and precious to him, his Wife and Children, his Silver and Gold, and his Jewels:
God's People Are very precious in his esteem, they Are his Jewels, Malachi 3. as dear to him as the apple of his eye, Zephaniah 2. As a man when his house is on fire, is wondered diligent to keep and save from the flame, whatsoever is dear and precious to him, his Wife and Children, his Silver and Gold, and his Jewels:
So when the World, or a Nation is on a flame, God is wonderfully careful to preserve his People, that are his Jewels, his Spouse, his Children, they are dear to him.
So when the World, or a nation is on a flame, God is wonderfully careful to preserve his People, that Are his Jewels, his Spouse, his Children, they Are dear to him.
the good Shepherd is wonderfully careful of every Sheep in his stock, and when the Lambs cannot go he will carry them, he will not over-pace the Ewes with young,
the good Shepherd is wonderfully careful of every Sheep in his stock, and when the Lambs cannot go he will carry them, he will not over-pace the Ewes with young,
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such is his faithfulness and diligence that nothing shall miscarry that is committed to him. And therefore, Be not distractively careful what shall become of you, who shall teach you,
such is his faithfulness and diligence that nothing shall miscarry that is committed to him. And Therefore, Be not distractively careful what shall become of you, who shall teach you,
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and deliver you, What is Power without Love and Compassion? and, What is Love and Tenderness without Faithfulness? What is Faithfulness without Diligence? and what is Diligence and Care without Power? Willingness to help without Ability? and, What is Ability without Love, Compassion and Willingness? these are unsafe security;
and deliver you, What is Power without Love and Compassion? and, What is Love and Tenderness without Faithfulness? What is Faithfulness without Diligence? and what is Diligence and Care without Power? Willingness to help without Ability? and, What is Ability without Love, Compassion and Willingness? these Are unsafe security;
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but when all these are united together, they must needs make strong Security and Defence, and solid grounds of Comfort — Here then is an infinite Power.
but when all these Are united together, they must needs make strong Security and Defence, and solid grounds of Comfort — Here then is an infinite Power.
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God's Church is that Aijeleh Sahar, the morning Stag, mentioned in the title and inscription of Psal. 22. As the Hunters early in the morning single out one Stag,
God's Church is that Aijeleh Sahar, the morning Stag, mentioned in the title and inscription of Psalm 22. As the Hunters early in the morning single out one Stag,
A man when he is besieged by a potent, politick and cruel enemie, in a Castle whose foundations cannot be undermined, whose walls cannot be battered down,
A man when he is besieged by a potent, politic and cruel enemy, in a Castle whose foundations cannot be undermined, whose walls cannot be battered down,
He is compared to a Rock, which all the Devils in Hell cannot undermine, 2 Sam. 22.2, 3, 4. Mat. 16.18. Compared to a Tower, whose walls can never be beaten down, Prov. 18.10. The Name of the Lord is a strong Tower, and the Righteous flie thereunto and are safe.
He is compared to a Rock, which all the Devils in Hell cannot undermine, 2 Sam. 22.2, 3, 4. Mathew 16.18. Compared to a Tower, whose walls can never be beaten down, Curae 18.10. The Name of the Lord is a strong Tower, and the Righteous fly thereunto and Are safe.
but to a Wall of Brass, Jer. 15.20. yea, a Wall of fire, Zech. 2.5. Other walls may be approached unto, scaled, but a Wall of fire cannot be scaled,
but to a Wall of Brass, Jer. 15.20. yea, a Wall of fire, Zechariah 2.5. Other walls may be approached unto, scaled, but a Wall of fire cannot be scaled,
so high, that they cannot be scaled; he is such supplys of provision, that they cannot be famished forth. Isa. 33.16. He shall dwell on high, and his place of defence shall be the Munition of Rocks;
so high, that they cannot be scaled; he is such supplies of provision, that they cannot be famished forth. Isaiah 33.16. He shall dwell on high, and his place of defence shall be the Munition of Rocks;
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As the Sufferings of Christ abound in you, so the Consolations of Christ shall abound to you, 2 Cor. 1.4, 5. 3. Here is infinite Power to deliver you from your greatest fears and sufferings;
As the Sufferings of christ abound in you, so the Consolations of christ shall abound to you, 2 Cor. 1.4, 5. 3. Here is infinite Power to deliver you from your greatest fears and sufferings;
All the eminent Gifts of God's People have come from this Fountain, the gifts of Wisdom and of Knowledge, the gift of Miracles, the gift of Prophecy, of discerning of Spirits, 1 Cor. 12.8, 9, 10, 11. When you are called before Courts, the learned Fathers,
All the eminent Gifts of God's People have come from this Fountain, the Gifts of Wisdom and of Knowledge, the gift of Miracles, the gift of Prophecy, of discerning of Spirits, 1 Cor. 12.8, 9, 10, 11. When you Are called before Courts, the learned Father's,
and the Sons of the Church, to plead for, maintain and defend your Religion, he will give you Wisdom, that your adversaries shall not be able to resist.
and the Sons of the Church, to plead for, maintain and defend your Religion, he will give you Wisdom, that your Adversaries shall not be able to resist.
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He that ordaineth his praise from the mouths of Babes, and opened the mouth of Balaams Ass, will teach you what to say, with such Wisdom that your enemies cannot gainsay. Luke 21.15. The learned Rabbies among the Jews were not able to resist the Wisdom and the Spirit that was in Stephen, Acts 6.10.
He that ordaineth his praise from the mouths of Babes, and opened the Mouth of Balaams Ass, will teach you what to say, with such Wisdom that your enemies cannot gainsay. Lycia 21.15. The learned Rabbies among the jews were not able to resist the Wisdom and the Spirit that was in Stephen, Acts 6.10.
Apollos was a man mighty in the Scriptures, and he mightily convinced the Jews, Acts 18.24, 28. Do not therefore fear the weakness of your parts or learning, This God to whom I commit, both can and will make you baffle your learned adversaries,
Apollos was a man mighty in the Scriptures, and he mightily convinced the jews, Acts 18.24, 28. Do not Therefore Fear the weakness of your parts or learning, This God to whom I commit, both can and will make you baffle your learned Adversaries,
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for the Poor as well as for the Rich; for the Mean as well as for the Noble; for the Simple as well as for the Wise. It is open and free to Parents and Children, to Masters and Servants.
for the Poor as well as for the Rich; for the Mean as well as for the Noble; for the Simple as well as for the Wise. It is open and free to Parents and Children, to Masters and Servants.
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It may be many of you have, upon your serious retirements and contemplations of your spiritual estate, such perplexing and disponding thoughts as these;
It may be many of you have, upon your serious retirements and contemplations of your spiritual estate, such perplexing and desponding thoughts as these;
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and Temptations without, is like a spark of fire in the midst of the Sea. And when the means of spiritual life and growth are removed, life and growth must decay:
and Temptations without, is like a spark of fire in the midst of the Sea. And when the means of spiritual life and growth Are removed, life and growth must decay:
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He that suffered the bright flames of Love, and fervent Affection in others, in part and for a time to be cooled, can keep thy smoaking flax from being quenched:
He that suffered the bright flames of Love, and fervent Affection in Others, in part and for a time to be cooled, can keep thy smoking flax from being quenched:
He that creates something of nothing, that brings good out of evil, can and will preserve thy weakest Graces in a Sea of corruptions he that preserves the weakest Babes in Nature, will preserve his smallest Babes in Grace:
He that creates something of nothing, that brings good out of evil, can and will preserve thy Weakest Graces in a Sea of corruptions he that preserves the Weakest Babes in Nature, will preserve his Smallest Babes in Grace:
God is stronger than all, and no man, nor any thing, shall pull you, nor your Graces, out of his hand, John 10.29, 30. This Grace will sustain you in all your distresses,
God is Stronger than all, and no man, nor any thing, shall pull you, nor your Graces, out of his hand, John 10.29, 30. This Grace will sustain you in all your Distresses,
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Here is Grace to make the weak strong, for strong corruptions, strong temptations, strong difficulties; not only to encounter with them, but to conquer and subdue them.
Here is Grace to make the weak strong, for strong corruptions, strong temptations, strong difficulties; not only to encounter with them, but to conquer and subdue them.
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this will make you to rejoyce in Tribulation, that you are accounted worthy to suffer for the Name of JESUS ▪ In a word, it is a Fountain of Grace, both for supply and strength, to bear your charges till you come to Glory. 7thly. To commit you to God for Comfort and Security, is to commit you to him, who stands in the fulness and sweetness of all Relations to his Church and People.
this will make you to rejoice in Tribulation, that you Are accounted worthy to suffer for the Name of JESUS ▪ In a word, it is a Fountain of Grace, both for supply and strength, to bear your charges till you come to Glory. 7thly. To commit you to God for Comfort and Security, is to commit you to him, who Stands in the fullness and sweetness of all Relations to his Church and People.
The Church is compared to an Army with Banners, and Christ is the Captain General of that Army, John 5.13, 14, this Captain is wise and pollitick, to find out and disappoint the cruel Stratagems and bloody Designs of his Churches Enemies, Psal. 33. He bringeth the Counsel of the Heathens to naught,
The Church is compared to an Army with Banners, and christ is the Captain General of that Army, John 5.13, 14, this Captain is wise and politic, to find out and disappoint the cruel Stratagems and bloody Designs of his Churches Enemies, Psalm 33. He brings the Counsel of the heathens to nought,
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his Grace is sufficient for you, 2 Cor. 12. As your Captain, he encourageth you by his Word, Isa. 41.13, 14, 15. Mat. 10.28. Luke 12.32. John 14.27. Rev. 2.10.
his Grace is sufficient for you, 2 Cor. 12. As your Captain, he Encourageth you by his Word, Isaiah 41.13, 14, 15. Mathew 10.28. Lycia 12.32. John 14.27. Rev. 2.10.
by his Example, Heb. 12.1, 2, 3. by promise of Reward; that the Dunghil of your sufferings through perseverance and uprightness, shall be turned into a Throne of Glory: Be thou faithful unto the death,
by his Exampl, Hebrew 12.1, 2, 3. by promise of Reward; that the Dunghill of your sufferings through perseverance and uprightness, shall be turned into a Throne of Glory: Be thou faithful unto the death,
As our Captain, he conquers all our Eenemies, Sin, Satan, the World, and crowns us with Victory, Rom. 8.37. We are more than Conquerors through Christ that loved us. And hence the Apostle triumphs;
As our Captain, he conquers all our Enemies, since, Satan, the World, and crowns us with Victory, Rom. 8.37. We Are more than Conquerors through christ that loved us. And hence the Apostle Triumphos;
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but thanks be to God that giveth us the Victory through Jesus Christ our Lord, 1 Cor. 15.55, 56, 57. 2. He is the King of his Church, Psal. 2.6. called the King of Saints, Rev. 15.3. stilled the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords, Rev. 19.16.
but thanks be to God that gives us the Victory through jesus christ our Lord, 1 Cor. 15.55, 56, 57. 2. He is the King of his Church, Psalm 2.6. called the King of Saints, Rev. 15.3. stilled the King of Kings, and Lord of lords, Rev. 19.16.
Thy People shall be a willing People in the day of thy Power, Psal. 110.3. He will redeem you from the Thraldom of Sin, and Satans Vassalage, turning Darkness to Light, from the Power of Satan, to the Power of God, Acts 26.18. Kings are the Refuge of their distressed Subjects;
Thy People shall be a willing People in the day of thy Power, Psalm 110.3. He will Redeem you from the Thraldom of since, and Satan Vassalage, turning Darkness to Light, from the Power of Satan, to the Power of God, Acts 26.18. Kings Are the Refuge of their distressed Subject's;
like the Tree in Nebuchadnezzars Vision, in whose branches the Birds builded their nests, and under whose shadows the Beasts rested and secured themselves, Dan. 4.12.
like the Tree in Nebuchadnezar's Vision, in whose branches the Birds built their nests, and under whose shadows the Beasts rested and secured themselves, Dan. 4.12.
for a month, for a year, which like mighty Seas break out, and bear down before it mighty Nations and Kingdoms, drowning them in the Floods of hostile Invasions and Miseries, Rev. 9.14, 15. This King binds up the Devil in the Chains of his Power and Providence, that he cannot tempt you, touch an hair of your head,
for a Monn, for a year, which like mighty Seas break out, and bear down before it mighty nations and Kingdoms, drowning them in the Floods of hostile Invasions and Misery's, Rev. 9.14, 15. This King binds up the devil in the Chains of his Power and Providence, that he cannot tempt you, touch an hair of your head,
He will break them with a Rod of Iron, and dash them in pieces like a Potters vessel, Psal. 2.9. He will strike through Kings in the day of his wrath, Psal. 110. they shall be before him as Dust before the Wind, as Briars, Thorns, Stubble before the Fire, Isa. 27.4. This King is wonderfully rich, and multiplies great Gifts and Priviledges upon his Church and People.
He will break them with a Rod of Iron, and dash them in Pieces like a Potters vessel, Psalm 2.9. He will strike through Kings in the day of his wrath, Psalm 110. they shall be before him as Dust before the Wind, as Briers, Thorns, Stubble before the Fire, Isaiah 27.4. This King is wonderfully rich, and multiplies great Gifts and Privileges upon his Church and People.
and no good thing will he withhold from you if ye live uprightly, Psal. 84.11, 12. He will abundantly recompence all you works, losses, sufferings for him, with an incorruptible Crown of Glory, 1 Pet. 1.4.
and no good thing will he withhold from you if you live uprightly, Psalm 84.11, 12. He will abundantly recompense all you works, losses, sufferings for him, with an incorruptible Crown of Glory, 1 Pet. 1.4.
In a word, in the day of his glorious Royalty, when he comes to judge the World, he will wipe off all the soot and blackness of Reproach and Sufferings,
In a word, in the day of his glorious Royalty, when he comes to judge the World, he will wipe off all the soot and blackness of Reproach and Sufferings,
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and invest with an admirable Glory, shining like the Sun in the Firmament. 3. Jesus Christ is his Churches Shepherd, Isa. 40.11. He shall feed his Flock like a Shepherd.
and invest with an admirable Glory, shining like the Sun in the Firmament. 3. jesus christ is his Churches Shepherd, Isaiah 40.11. He shall feed his Flock like a Shepherd.
He maketh me, saith David, to lye down in green Pastures, and leads me beside the still Waters, Psal. 23. These green Pastures and still waters, are Gospel Ordinances, where his People feed and drink:
He makes me, Says David, to lie down in green Pastures, and leads me beside the still Waters, Psalm 23. These green Pastures and still waters, Are Gospel Ordinances, where his People feed and drink:
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Here is Milk for Babes, Wine for the Faint, Water for the Scorched, strong Meat for strong Christians, Isa. 55.1, 2. He hath provided his Body and Blood to feast and feed you to Life Eternal:
Here is Milk for Babes, Wine for the Faint, Water for the Scorched, strong Meat for strong Christians, Isaiah 55.1, 2. He hath provided his Body and Blood to feast and feed you to Life Eternal:
and the skin tore by Persecutions, yet he knows you, even you who are given him of the Father in his eternal Election, John 17.6. Thine they were, and thou gavest them me.
and the skin tore by Persecutions, yet he knows you, even you who Are given him of the Father in his Eternal Election, John 17.6. Thine they were, and thou Gavest them me.
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Such of you as have his Image upon your souls, and his Fathers Name wrote upon your foreheads, Rev. 14.1. such of you as have the sprinkling of his Blood, and are washed white in the Lambs Blood, Rev. 7.14. Shepherds use to preserve their Flock.
Such of you as have his Image upon your Souls, and his Father's Name wrote upon your foreheads, Rev. 14.1. such of you as have the sprinkling of his Blood, and Are washed white in the Lambs Blood, Rev. 7.14. Shepherd's use to preserve their Flock.
David hazarded his Life to preserve the Flock from the roaring Lyon and revenous Bear, 1 Sam. 17.34. Shepherds watch night & day to preserve their Flocks; as Jacob, Gen. 31.40. and the Shepherds to whom Christ's Birth was preached, Luke 2.8. Jesus Christ is that careful Shepherd, who defends his from them that would destroy them:
David hazarded his Life to preserve the Flock from the roaring lion and revenous Bear, 1 Sam. 17.34. Shepherd's watch night & day to preserve their Flocks; as Jacob, Gen. 31.40. and the Shepherd's to whom Christ's Birth was preached, Lycia 2.8. jesus christ is that careful Shepherd, who defends his from them that would destroy them:
Those that thou hast given me, I have kept, and none is lost but the Son of Perdition, John 17.12. and never shall the Devil be able to get any of Christ's Sheep, John 10.29. my Father is greater than all, and none shall be able to pluck them out of my Fathers hand.
Those that thou hast given me, I have kept, and none is lost but the Son of Perdition, John 17.12. and never shall the devil be able to get any of Christ's Sheep, John 10.29. my Father is greater than all, and none shall be able to pluck them out of my Father's hand.
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He made the Blind to see, the Deaf to hear, the Lame to walk, the Dumb to speak; He cleansed Lepers, raised the Dead, and cast out the Devils, Mat. 11.4, 5. And He is the same for the soul;
He made the Blind to see, the Deaf to hear, the Lame to walk, the Dumb to speak; He cleansed Lepers, raised the Dead, and cast out the Devils, Mathew 11.4, 5. And He is the same for the soul;
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Thus He healed Noah of his Drunkenness, Lot of his Incest, David of his Adultery and Murder, Solomon of his Idolatry, Peter of his Denial, Mary Magdalen of her Whoredoms, Paul of his Persecution:
Thus He healed Noah of his drunkenness, Lot of his Incest, David of his Adultery and Murder, Solomon of his Idolatry, Peter of his Denial, Marry Magdalen of her Whoredoms, Paul of his Persecution:
He enlivens and raiseth them that are dead, enlightens them that are blind, softens them that are heard, cleanseth the unclean, making a dunghil of sin, 〈 ◊ 〉 Temple of his Spirit;
He enlivens and Raiseth them that Are dead, enlightens them that Are blind, softens them that Are herd, Cleanseth the unclean, making a dunghill of since, 〈 ◊ 〉 Temple of his Spirit;
his Gentile Sheep scattered, and Jewish Sheep dispersed, both these he will gather: The Gentiles, John 10.16. the Jews also. One end of the Ministry is to gather in all the Elect into a state of Grace out of the state of Nature:
his Gentile Sheep scattered, and Jewish Sheep dispersed, both these he will gather: The Gentiles, John 10.16. the jews also. One end of the Ministry is to gather in all the Elect into a state of Grace out of the state of Nature:
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He will gather all that have been scattered by Storms and Dogs, all that have been devoured, all that have dyed in Prisons, Dungeons, Banishments, in loathsome and unknown places;
He will gather all that have been scattered by Storms and Dogs, all that have been devoured, all that have died in Prisons, Dungeons, Banishments, in loathsome and unknown places;
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4. This is to commit you to the Father of the Church, who hath begotten his People unto himself by the Immortal Seed of his Word, Joh. 1.11, 12, Jam. 1.18.
4. This is to commit you to the Father of the Church, who hath begotten his People unto himself by the Immortal Seed of his Word, John 1.11, 12, Jam. 1.18.
who hath chosen them out of the mass of mankind, and espoused them unto himself, Hos. 2.19, 20. and made one with them according to the antient Law of Marriage, And they two shall be one ••esh, Ephes. 5.30, 31. and dwells with his People in every place and condition;
who hath chosen them out of the mass of mankind, and espoused them unto himself, Hos. 2.19, 20. and made one with them according to the ancient Law of Marriage, And they two shall be one ••esh, Ephesians 5.30, 31. and dwells with his People in every place and condition;
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The Glory that thou hast given me, I have given them, Joh. 17.22. The Kings Dunghter is all glorious within, Psal. 45. And he will communicate to you the Greatness of his Glory and Blessedness hereafter, Joh. 17.22. Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me, be where I am, that they may behold the Glory thou hast given me.
The Glory that thou hast given me, I have given them, John 17.22. The Kings Dunghter is all glorious within, Psalm 45. And he will communicate to you the Greatness of his Glory and Blessedness hereafter, John 17.22. Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me, be where I am, that they may behold the Glory thou hast given me.
but at the great Day of his glorious Royalty, when he shall be attended upon with a glorious Retinue of blessed Angels, he will publickly solemnize the Marriage betwixt himself and his People:
but At the great Day of his glorious Royalty, when he shall be attended upon with a glorious Retinue of blessed Angels, he will publicly solemnize the Marriage betwixt himself and his People:
Now if you faithfully consider, that God to whom I commit you, is the Fulness, Sweetness of all these Relations to you that are his People, the most potent, politick, victorious Captain;
Now if you faithfully Consider, that God to whom I commit you, is the Fullness, Sweetness of all these Relations to you that Are his People, the most potent, politic, victorious Captain;
Eighthly, This is to commit you to that God who works wonderous things for the deliverance of his Church and People, Exod. 15.11. Who is like unto thee, O Lord, amongst the gods? Who is like unto thee, glorious in Holiness, fearfull in Praises, doing Wonders!
Eighthly, This is to commit you to that God who works wondrous things for the deliverance of his Church and People, Exod 15.11. Who is like unto thee, Oh Lord, among the God's? Who is like unto thee, glorious in Holiness, fearful in Praises, doing Wonders!
and God so ordered, that they read how Mordicai the Jew had saved the King from the Treason of Bigthana and Teresh, two Chamberlains, which was the beginning of their delivery, Esth. 6. How wonderfull was the discovery of,
and God so ordered, that they read how Mordecai the Jew had saved the King from the Treason of Bigthana and Teresh, two Chamberlains, which was the beginning of their delivery, Esth. 6. How wonderful was the discovery of,
How did he overthrow Zerah the Ethiopian, leading an Army of a thousand thousand, by an handful of men? 2 Chr. 14.11. The formidable Army of the Amalakites, by Gideons three hundred, Judg. 7. By Deborah and Barak, and Cyrus, weak instruments, he delivered his People from great thraldom.
How did he overthrow Zerah the Ethiopian, leading an Army of a thousand thousand, by an handful of men? 2 Christ 14.11. The formidable Army of the Amalekites, by Gideons three hundred, Judges 7. By Deborah and Barak, and Cyrus, weak Instruments, he Delivered his People from great thraldom.
and Oppressors, that seem great, immovable and impregnable Mountains, Isa. 41. Infinite Wisdom and Power knows no difference betwixt the smallest and strongest instruments.
and Oppressors's, that seem great, immovable and impregnable Mountains, Isaiah 41. Infinite Wisdom and Power knows no difference betwixt the Smallest and Strongest Instruments.
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God sent an Angel, and in one night slew an hundred fourscore and four thousand of the Syrian Army, 2 Kings 19.35. He smote Herod that he was devoured with worms, Acts 12.23. and Julian the Apostate with an Arrow from Heaven.
God sent an Angel, and in one night slew an hundred fourscore and four thousand of the Syrian Army, 2 Kings 19.35. He smote Herod that he was devoured with worms, Acts 12.23. and Julian the Apostate with an Arrow from Heaven.
He can smite his Churches enemies with divisions, and make them destroy each other, as the Ammonites, Moabites and inhabitants of Mount-Seir, when they came against Jerusalem, in the dayes of Jehosaphet, 2 Chron. 20.22, 23. And how wonderful will God be,
He can smite his Churches enemies with divisions, and make them destroy each other, as the Ammonites, Moabites and inhabitants of Mount-Seir, when they Come against Jerusalem, in the days of Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 20.22, 23. And how wondered will God be,
He returns their mischief upon their own heads, and their violent dealings upon their own pates, Psal. 7.15, 16. He hanged Haman on the same Gallows he reared for Mordecai. And cast Daniels accusers into the Lions Den, all whose bones were broken in peices before they came to the bottom of the Den:
He returns their mischief upon their own Heads, and their violent dealings upon their own pates, Psalm 7.15, 16. He hanged Haman on the same Gallows he reared for Mordecai. And cast Daniel's accusers into the Lions Den, all whose bones were broken in Pieces before they Come to the bottom of the Den:
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when he brought Daniel forth having no hurt upon him, Dan. 6. I have done with the Doctrinal part of the first Branch for your Security and Comfort, to wit, God.
when he brought daniel forth having no hurt upon him, Dan. 6. I have done with the Doctrinal part of the First Branch for your Security and Comfort, to wit, God.
It is no relief nor comfort to a naked, hungry and thirsty man, to hear there are fine Cloaths, dainty Food, sweet and rich Wine in such and such places;
It is no relief nor Comfort to a naked, hungry and thirsty man, to hear there Are fine Clothes, dainty Food, sweet and rich Wine in such and such places;
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If you would have him to be your Shepherd, your Father, your Husband, you must be his Sheep, not Goats; his Children, not Bastards; his Spouse, not Adulteress:
If you would have him to be your Shepherd, your Father, your Husband, you must be his Sheep, not Goats; his Children, not Bastards; his Spouse, not Adulteress:
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An interest in God, known and improved, is the best way and means to support and comfort the soul under sufferings, Lam. 3.24. The Lord is my portion, saith my soul, therefore will I hope in him.
an Interest in God, known and improved, is the best Way and means to support and Comfort the soul under sufferings, Lam. 3.24. The Lord is my portion, Says my soul, Therefore will I hope in him.
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There is light in the Sun to direct us, vertue in Meat and Drink to nourish us, in Cloaths to warm us, in Physick to heal us, in Cordials to strengthen us:
There is Light in the Sun to Direct us, virtue in Meat and Drink to nourish us, in Clothes to warm us, in Physic to heal us, in Cordials to strengthen us:
Now my Brethren, we usually see when the Father of a Family dyes, he leaves and commits the protection of his Widow and Fatherless, the management of their affairs and concernments, to the prudence,
Now my Brothers, we usually see when the Father of a Family dies, he leaves and commits the protection of his Widow and Fatherless, the management of their affairs and concernments, to the prudence,
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and amongst other things, he solemnly commended the tuition of his Seep to his Fathers care, intreating him by all the dearness betwixt them, that he would preserve them from the Devil and all his evil designs against them, John 17.11, 15. he had received them from the Father upon his commendation, ver. 6. Thine they were, and thou gavest them me, and he had kept them safe while he was with them;
and among other things, he solemnly commended the tuition of his Seep to his Father's care, entreating him by all the dearness betwixt them, that he would preserve them from the devil and all his evil designs against them, John 17.11, 15. he had received them from the Father upon his commendation, ver. 6. Thine they were, and thou Gavest them me, and he had kept them safe while he was with them;
Those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them lost, but the Son of Perdition, ver. 12. And being now to go out of the world, intreats the Father that as he had kept them upon his commendation,
Those that thou Gavest me I have kept, and none of them lost, but the Son of Perdition, ver. 12. And being now to go out of the world, intreats the Father that as he had kept them upon his commendation,
I Pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world, but that thou shouldest keep them from the evil, ver. 15. and again, Holy Father, keep through thine own Name, those thou hast given me, that they may be one as we are one, ver. 11. And now at my departure, according to these great Patterns worthy of imitation, I commend you to God.
I Pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world, but that thou Shouldst keep them from the evil, ver. 15. and again, Holy Father, keep through thine own Name, those thou hast given me, that they may be one as we Are one, ver. 11. And now At my departure, according to these great Patterns worthy of imitation, I commend you to God.
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When without my seeking for, I had the unanimous Invitation and general cheerful Reception of the whole Parish, I looked upon it as a demonstration that God intended to intrust me with your souls.
When without my seeking for, I had the unanimous Invitation and general cheerful Reception of the Whole Parish, I looked upon it as a demonstration that God intended to intrust me with your Souls.
and by soundness of Doctrine, unblamableness of Conversation to win you to Christ: and though I had no wheaten bread, yet rather than your souls should starve;
and by soundness of Doctrine, unblamableness of Conversation to win you to christ: and though I had no wheaten bred, yet rather than your Souls should starve;
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And as the Sufferings of Christ abound in you, so your Consolation shall abound by Christ, 2 Cor. 1.3, 5. he will give you an assured and impregnable Peace within,
And as the Sufferings of christ abound in you, so your Consolation shall abound by christ, 2 Cor. 1.3, 5. he will give you an assured and impregnable Peace within,
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not as the world gives, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, let it not be afraid, John 14.27. Your heart shall rejoyce, and your joy no man taketh from you, John 16.22. This peace shall so keep and defend your hearts, that all the beleaguering sufferings and afflictions shall not take nor vanquish them. Phil. 4.7.
not as the world gives, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, let it not be afraid, John 14.27. Your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man Takes from you, John 16.22. This peace shall so keep and defend your hearts, that all the beleaguering sufferings and afflictions shall not take nor vanquish them. Philip 4.7.
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And the Peace of God which passeth all understanding shall keep your hearts; NONLATINALPHABET, shall keep your hearts as in a strong, well-fortified, impregnable Garison.
And the Peace of God which passes all understanding shall keep your hearts;, shall keep your hearts as in a strong, well-fortified, impregnable Garrison.
Satan that great Leviathan would alwayes have more liberty to lay load upon load upon your backs, he would load you with temptations and persecutions without, he would have loads of corruptions and dissertions within, to be heaped upon you;
Satan that great Leviathan would always have more liberty to lay load upon load upon your backs, he would load you with temptations and persecutions without, he would have loads of corruptions and Dissertations within, to be heaped upon you;
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But this God can and will make his Grace sufficient for you, and glorifie his Power in your weakness, 2 Cor. 12. When you are weakest in your selves, the Lord will shew himself strongest to you and for you,
But this God can and will make his Grace sufficient for you, and Glorify his Power in your weakness, 2 Cor. 12. When you Are Weakest in your selves, the Lord will show himself Strongest to you and for you,
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and make those burdens easie, which before appeared formidable and insupportable to you. Rom. 8.26. NONLATINALPHABET, God will take up one end of the staff, and the heaviest part of the burden upon himself.
and make those burdens easy, which before appeared formidable and insupportable to you. Rom. 8.26., God will take up one end of the staff, and the Heaviest part of the burden upon himself.
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but God will stablish and strengthen you, and make you like an house built upon the Rock, that all the waves and floods of Persecution shall not be able to move you.
but God will establish and strengthen you, and make you like an house built upon the Rock, that all the waves and floods of Persecution shall not be able to move you.
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that can send you an Elisha after Elijah; one to whom he hath given a double portion of his Spirit, 2 Kings 2.9. a man of greater parts, learning and abilities, of greater experiences and skill in the great things of Christ, in the great concernments of your souls;
that can send you an Elisha After Elijah; one to whom he hath given a double portion of his Spirit, 2 Kings 2.9. a man of greater parts, learning and abilities, of greater experiences and skill in the great things of christ, in the great concernments of your Souls;
His blessing upon the smallest means makes them very beneficial to you; when the want of this blessing makes the greatest and most likely means insuccesful:
His blessing upon the Smallest means makes them very beneficial to you; when the want of this blessing makes the greatest and most likely means insuccesful:
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his blessing upon the Pulse made Daniel and his Companions look fresher and fairer than those that were fed at the Kings Table, Dan. 12.3, 5. Barley loaves in Christ's hand,
his blessing upon the Pulse made daniel and his Sodales look fresher and Fairer than those that were fed At the Kings Table, Dan. 12.3, 5. Barley loaves in Christ's hand,
and with his blessing, is more beneficial than Wheaten Bread in the hands of man only, John 6.9. This God by his blessing can make up the want of outward means.
and with his blessing, is more beneficial than Wheaten Bred in the hands of man only, John 6.9. This God by his blessing can make up the want of outward means.
You see poor children that are brought up with hard food, brown bread and water, to look fatter, ruddier, to be stronger than those who are fed with dainties and varieties.
You see poor children that Are brought up with hard food, brown bred and water, to look fatter, ruddier, to be Stronger than those who Are fed with dainties and varieties.
God's blessing upon the weakest means makes fat and flourishing Christians, when the want of his blessing upon the strongest means makes many lean Christians.
God's blessing upon the Weakest means makes fat and flourishing Christians, when the want of his blessing upon the Strongest means makes many lean Christians.
Did not he sustain Moses without meat and drink forty dayes in the Mount? Did not he sustain our blessed Saviour forty dayes without food in the Wilderness? Did not he provide for,
Did not he sustain Moses without meat and drink forty days in the Mount? Did not he sustain our blessed Saviour forty days without food in the Wilderness? Did not he provide for,
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and her Cruse of Oyl, that they wasted and failed not, until God sent rain upon the earth, 1 King. 17.14, 15, 16. So if God bring upon you a Famine of the Preaching of the Word,
and her Cruse of Oil, that they wasted and failed not, until God sent rain upon the earth, 1 King. 17.14, 15, 16. So if God bring upon you a Famine of the Preaching of the Word,
Doth God bring you into a wilderness, where you have no Ordinances of God, God can and will provide supplies till your Grace shall be turned into Glory.
Does God bring you into a Wilderness, where you have no Ordinances of God, God can and will provide supplies till your Grace shall be turned into Glory.
until he came to the Mount of God, 1 King. 19. And is the hand of the Lord shortned that he cannot help? or are the bowels of his mercy shut up, that he will not? or is he more careful of the life of Nature,
until he Come to the Mount of God, 1 King. 19. And is the hand of the Lord shortened that he cannot help? or Are the bowels of his mercy shut up, that he will not? or is he more careful of the life of Nature,
Doth he suffer you to be under many and divers Afflictions? he exerciseth you with divers Rods and Tryals, with Reproach, Blasphemy, Sickness, Imprisonments, Poverty, Buffetings with Satan.
Does he suffer you to be under many and diverse Afflictions? he Exerciseth you with diverse Rods and Trials, with Reproach, Blasphemy, Sickness, Imprisonments, Poverty, Buffetings with Satan.
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all his Dispensations to his People come in Love and Mercy; though Sickness, yet in Love and Mercy; though Poverty, yet in Love; though Affliction, yet in Love.
all his Dispensations to his People come in Love and Mercy; though Sickness, yet in Love and Mercy; though Poverty, yet in Love; though Affliction, yet in Love.
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A Cross in Love, is better than a Comfort in Wrath. Wicked men have a Curse in their best things, a Curse in their Honours, a Curse in their Riches, a Curse in their Health.
A Cross in Love, is better than a Comfort in Wrath. Wicked men have a Curse in their best things, a Curse in their Honours, a Curse in their Riches, a Curse in their Health.
Before I come to prove it, give me leave to shew you, why it is called Grace, or give you the Reasons of the title Grace, given to the Word; The Word of his Grace: and it is so called;
Before I come to prove it, give me leave to show you, why it is called Grace, or give you the Reasons of the title Grace, given to the Word; The Word of his Grace: and it is so called;
and why God should discover the Mystery that was kept secret since the world began, to those who were sinners of the Gentiles, serving dumb Idols, it is of Free-Grace. We may say of all these, Even so Father, because it seemed good in thy sight.
and why God should discover the Mystery that was kept secret since the world began, to those who were Sinners of the Gentiles, serving dumb Idols, it is of Free-Grace. We may say of all these, Even so Father, Because it seemed good in thy sighed.
2. Because the subject matter of the Gospel is Grace; all benefits contained in it, flow from Grace, whether they be blessings without us, or blessings within us.
2. Because the Subject matter of the Gospel is Grace; all benefits contained in it, flow from Grace, whither they be blessings without us, or blessings within us.
Election is of Grace, and according to the good Pleasure of his Will, Ephes. 1.5. Our effectual Calling is according to Grace, 2 Tim. 1.9. and our spiritual Birth, our Regeneration, is of God's Freewill, Jam. 1.18. Faith is the Gift of God, Ephes. 2.8. Forgiveness of all our sins, is according to the Riches of his Grace, Eph. 1.7. Justification is freely by his Grace, Rom. 3.24.
Election is of Grace, and according to the good Pleasure of his Will, Ephesians 1.5. Our effectual Calling is according to Grace, 2 Tim. 1.9. and our spiritual Birth, our Regeneration, is of God's Freewill, Jam. 1.18. Faith is the Gift of God, Ephesians 2.8. Forgiveness of all our Sins, is according to the Riches of his Grace, Ephesians 1.7. Justification is freely by his Grace, Rom. 3.24.
And Life Eternal, is the Gift of God, Rom. 6.23. 3. It is called The Word of Grace, because it is an instrument, to impart and bestow these Blessings upon us;
And Life Eternal, is the Gift of God, Rom. 6.23. 3. It is called The Word of Grace, Because it is an Instrument, to impart and bestow these Blessings upon us;
it is an Instrument, through God's Blessing, to work in us the Life of Grace: Of his own Will he begat us by the Word of Truth, Jam. 1.17. This enlightens our understandings, and turns us from darkness to light, Acts 26.17, 18. This sanctifies us; Sanctifie them through thy Truth;
it is an Instrument, through God's Blessing, to work in us the Life of Grace: Of his own Will he begat us by the Word of Truth, Jam. 1.17. This enlightens our understandings, and turns us from darkness to Light, Acts 26.17, 18. This Sanctifies us; Sanctify them through thy Truth;
hence it is called, The Grace of God that brings Salvation, Tit. 2.12. It doth not only bring it to look upon, but by the power of its Ordainer accompanying it, doth make us partakers of it.
hence it is called, The Grace of God that brings Salvation, Tit. 2.12. It does not only bring it to look upon, but by the power of its Ordainer accompanying it, does make us partakers of it.
as to leave men inexcusable, Rom. 1.19. yet are they not sufficient to give that Knowledge of God and his Will, which is necessary to Salvation, 1 Cor. 1.21.
as to leave men inexcusable, Rom. 1.19. yet Are they not sufficient to give that Knowledge of God and his Will, which is necessary to Salvation, 1 Cor. 1.21.
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and declare his Will to his Church, Heb. 1.1. and afterward for the better preserving and propagating the Truth, and for more sure establishment & comfort of the Church, against the corruptions of the flesh, the malice of Satan and the World, that she be not drowned in prophaness, dejected by persecution, blinded by ignorance, misled by errours, poysoned by heresies, superstition and idolatry, it pleased God to commit the same to writing, which makes the sacred Scriptures most necessary, those former wayes of God's revealing his will to his People being now ceased.
and declare his Will to his Church, Hebrew 1.1. and afterwards for the better preserving and propagating the Truth, and for more sure establishment & Comfort of the Church, against the corruptions of the Flesh, the malice of Satan and the World, that she be not drowned in profaneness, dejected by persecution, blinded by ignorance, misled by errors, poisoned by heresies, Superstition and idolatry, it pleased God to commit the same to writing, which makes the sacred Scriptures most necessary, those former ways of God's revealing his will to his People being now ceased.
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such is the perfection of this Word, that nothing is to be added to it, nor diminished from it, Deut. 4.2. Ye shall not add unto the Word I command you, nor diminish from it:
such is the perfection of this Word, that nothing is to be added to it, nor diminished from it, Deuteronomy 4.2. You shall not add unto the Word I command you, nor diminish from it:
Yea, if an Angel from Heaven should preach and reveal another word than this, he is accursed, Gal. 1.8, 9. God threatens, that if any man shall add to the things wrote in his Word, to add to him all the Plagues wrote in the Book:
Yea, if an Angel from Heaven should preach and reveal Another word than this, he is accursed, Gal. 1.8, 9. God threatens, that if any man shall add to the things wrote in his Word, to add to him all the Plagues wrote in the Book:
And if any man shall take away from the Words of the Prophecy, God will take away his part out of the Book of Life, Rev. 22.18, 19. all which Commands and Threatenings had not been given,
And if any man shall take away from the Words of the Prophecy, God will take away his part out of the Book of Life, Rev. 22.18, 19. all which Commands and Threatenings had not been given,
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This perfectly declares our Redemption from Sin, Satan, Gods Wrath, by the Incarnation, Death and Passion of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, that as Mediator and Redeemer, he is the Priest, Prophet and King of his Church;
This perfectly declares our Redemption from since, Satan, God's Wrath, by the Incarnation, Death and Passion of jesus christ, the Son of God, that as Mediator and Redeemer, he is the Priest, Prophet and King of his Church;
as Husbands and Wives, as Children and Parents, as Masters and Servants, according to your Relations of Consanguinity, Affinity, Friendship and Neighbourhood;
as Husbands and Wives, as Children and Parents, as Masters and Servants, according to your Relations of Consanguinity, Affinity, Friendship and Neighbourhood;
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and therefore we are commanded to lay the Word up in our hearts, richly in all Wisdom, Col. 2.16. and to speak of it to our Children, when we sit down in our houses;
and Therefore we Are commanded to lay the Word up in our hearts, richly in all Wisdom, Col. 2.16. and to speak of it to our Children, when we fit down in our houses;
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and administer Justice and Judgement to the People; that they may relieve the Oppressed; to be Encouragements and Defenders of the Good, and Terrours to Evil-doers.
and administer justice and Judgement to the People; that they may relieve the Oppressed; to be Encouragements and Defenders of the Good, and Terrors to Evildoers.
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How useful and beneficial is a Light to a Traveller when the night is very dark, the Moon and Stars covered with pitchie Clouds, the way very miry and dirty, dangerous by pits and precipices, and easie to be mistaken!
How useful and beneficial is a Light to a Traveller when the night is very dark, the Moon and Stars covered with pitchy Clouds, the Way very miry and dirty, dangerous by pits and precipices, and easy to be mistaken!
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a Light unto your feet, and a Lanthorn unto your Paths, Psal. 119.105. This Light will discover Satans Temptations, the Worlds Allurements, and direct you how to avoid the precipices of Prophaness, the sinks of Sin;
a Light unto your feet, and a Lantern unto your Paths, Psalm 119.105. This Light will discover Satan Temptations, the World's Allurements, and Direct you how to avoid the precipices of Profaneness, the sinks of since;
for the Gospel calleth for Unity, as well as for Purity, Ephes. 4.3, 4, 5, 6. And Christ prayed for the Unity as well as for the Purity of the Church, John 17.21, 22. Time will not permit me to give you any more instances,
for the Gospel calls for Unity, as well as for Purity, Ephesians 4.3, 4, 5, 6. And christ prayed for the Unity as well as for the Purity of the Church, John 17.21, 22. Time will not permit me to give you any more instances,
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and see that you be like those noble Bereans, searching the Scriptures daily, whether these things you hear be so, Acts 17.11. 3. This is a Weapon to defend you.
and see that you be like those noble Bereans, searching the Scriptures daily, whither these things you hear be so, Acts 17.11. 3. This is a Weapon to defend you.
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Now the Weapon by which you must conquer them, is th• Word of God's Grace, the Sword of the Spirit, Ephes. 6.17. This is the Sword whereby the Captain of our Salvation conquered our Grand Enemy, the Devil, in all his attempts, Mat. 4. His Practice calls for our imitation; his Conquest is our Encouragement:
Now the Weapon by which you must conquer them, is th• Word of God's Grace, the Sword of the Spirit, Ephesians 6.17. This is the Sword whereby the Captain of our Salvation conquered our Grand Enemy, the devil, in all his attempts, Mathew 4. His Practice calls for our imitation; his Conquest is our Encouragement:
Are we tempted to Drunkenness, to Whoredom and Uncleanness? this tells us, None such enter into the Kingdom of God, 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. In a word, face and affront all Temptations to Sin, with the Threatenings of God,
are we tempted to drunkenness, to Whoredom and Uncleanness? this tells us, None such enter into the Kingdom of God, 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. In a word, face and affront all Temptations to since, with the Threatenings of God,
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Doth he tempt thee to dispair? tell him of the Fulness and Freeness of God's Grace, the Fulness and Freeness of God's Promises, the Greatness and Value of Christ Sufferings.
Does he tempt thee to despair? tell him of the Fullness and Freeness of God's Grace, the Fullness and Freeness of God's Promises, the Greatness and Valve of christ Sufferings.
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when you are enflamed with Corruption, pursued with Satan, scorched with the Frownings of the Almighty, this as a pure Chrystal Stream, will cool you, and refresh you:
when you Are inflamed with Corruption, pursued with Satan, scorched with the Frownings of the Almighty, this as a pure Crystal Stream, will cool you, and refresh you:
like a troubled Sea, you know not what to resolve on, which way to take? this will then afford you comfort, Psal. 94.19. In the multitude of my thoughts, thy Comforts delight my soul, O God.
like a troubled Sea, you know not what to resolve on, which Way to take? this will then afford you Comfort, Psalm 94.19. In the multitude of my thoughts, thy Comforts delight my soul, Oh God.
And again, Thy Statutes have been my songs in the House of my Pilgrimage, Psal. 119.54. Are you filled with sorrow concerning your sins? here are Promises assuring your Scarlet-dyed sins, shall become as white as Snow, Isa. 1.18.
And again, Thy Statutes have been my songs in the House of my Pilgrimage, Psalm 119.54. are you filled with sorrow Concerning your Sins? Here Are Promises assuring your Scarlet-dyed Sins, shall become as white as Snow, Isaiah 1.18.
Here is a Sea of Mercy that can swallow Mountains, as well as mole-hills, Mich. 7.18, 19. Are you troubled about the wants of Grace? here are gracious Invitations,
Here is a Sea of Mercy that can swallow Mountains, as well as molehills, Mich. 7.18, 19. are you troubled about the Wants of Grace? Here Are gracious Invitations,
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for every one that will come, and take of the Waters of Life freely, Rev. 22.17. Are you troubled about the weakness of Grace? he hath promised not to break the bruised reed, nor quench smoaking flax, Mat. 12.20. Are you troubled concerning Temptation? he hath promised, his Grace is sufficient for you;
for every one that will come, and take of the Waters of Life freely, Rev. 22.17. are you troubled about the weakness of Grace? he hath promised not to break the Bruised reed, nor quench smoking flax, Mathew 12.20. are you troubled Concerning Temptation? he hath promised, his Grace is sufficient for you;
to lay no more on you than you are able to bear, and glorifie his Strength in your weakness, 1 Cor. 10.13. 2 Cor. 12. Are you afraid you shall not persevere? this assures, you are kept by the Power of God to Salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. 6. It is a Word to revive and quicken you, in soul-deadning times, and in soul-deadning sins.
to lay no more on you than you Are able to bear, and Glorify his Strength in your weakness, 1 Cor. 10.13. 2 Cor. 12. are you afraid you shall not persevere? this assures, you Are kept by the Power of God to Salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. 6. It is a Word to revive and quicken you, in soul-deadning times, and in soul-deadning Sins.
And David, when he saw the ungodly prosper in the Earth, that they are not in trouble as other men, that they are not plagued like other men, said, He had cleansed his heart in vain, in vain had he washed his hands in Innocency, Psal. 73.5, 12, 13. but when he came into the Sanctuary of God,
And David, when he saw the ungodly prosper in the Earth, that they Are not in trouble as other men, that they Are not plagued like other men, said, He had cleansed his heart in vain, in vain had he washed his hands in Innocency, Psalm 73.5, 12, 13. but when he Come into the Sanctuary of God,
And again, Unless thy Law had been my delight, I should have perished in my affliction, Psal. 119.50, 92. And sin committed will deaden your Comforts, your Graces.
And again, Unless thy Law had been my delight, I should have perished in my affliction, Psalm 119.50, 92. And since committed will deaden your Comforts, your Graces.
When a man lives in an Air, in a City, in a Town, in a Family that are infected with the Plague, he will take a Cordial to fortifie himself against the Infection:
When a man lives in an Air, in a city, in a Town, in a Family that Are infected with the Plague, he will take a Cordial to fortify himself against the Infection:
until we come to the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ: our Graces grow, and are increased and strengthned according to our feeding upon it.
until we come to the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ: our Graces grow, and Are increased and strengthened according to our feeding upon it.
an Inheritance far better than all the Crowns and Kingdoms of the World; one corner of it is better than a thousand Worlds, for firmness, purity, duration, certainty, and scituation;
an Inheritance Far better than all the Crowns and Kingdoms of the World; one corner of it is better than a thousand World's, for firmness, purity, duration, certainty, and situation;
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An Inheritance incorruptible and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in the Heavens for you, 1 Pet. 1.4. where you shall have the best society;
an Inheritance incorruptible and undefiled, and that fades not away, reserved in the Heavens for you, 1 Pet. 1.4. where you shall have the best society;
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them that are sanctified, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, all the Prophets, Apostles, and Children of God, both Minister and People, shall be gathered as Wheat,
them that Are sanctified, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, all the prophets, Apostles, and Children of God, both Minister and People, shall be gathered as Wheat,
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and safely reconded in the Garners of Glory. There shall be no Ishmael to deride and scoff our devotion; no Esau to pursue us; no Pharoah to oppress us; no Ahab to persecute us;
and safely reconded in the Garners of Glory. There shall be no Ishmael to deride and scoff our devotion; no Esau to pursue us; no Pharaoh to oppress us; no Ahab to persecute us;
and of daily use and advantage, as being abundantly filled with all suitable Excellencies and Remedies for your souls in every condition, I commend you.
and of daily use and advantage, as being abundantly filled with all suitable Excellencies and Remedies for your Souls in every condition, I commend you.
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Would you have your spiritual maladies healed, your natures sanctified, corruptions mortified, Grace implainted, Grace increased, strengthned? Wait on the Word;
Would you have your spiritual maladies healed, your nature's sanctified, corruptions mortified, Grace implainted, Grace increased, strengthened? Wait on the Word;
nor amongst their Friends, nor in the City, but in the Temple, Luke 2.43, 44, 45, 46. Think not to find God and Christ in sinful company, in your houses,
nor among their Friends, nor in the city, but in the Temple, Lycia 2.43, 44, 45, 46. Think not to find God and christ in sinful company, in your houses,
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these are his Wine-Cellers and Banqueting-houses, wherein he will feast your souls with spiritual dainties and varieties, Cant. 2.4. 2. Be frequent in reading it, labour to understand and believe it.
these Are his Wine-Cellers and Banqueting-houses, wherein he will feast your Souls with spiritual dainties and varieties, Cant 2.4. 2. Be frequent in reading it, labour to understand and believe it.
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What advantage will all the excellencies be to us, if we do not believe them? and how can we believe them unless we understand them? and how can we understand them,
What advantage will all the excellencies be to us, if we do not believe them? and how can we believe them unless we understand them? and how can we understand them,
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unless we reade it and hear it preached? Therefore be constant in reading every day some part of God's Word, season your souls with it in the morning, let it lock up your thoughts in the evening.
unless we read it and hear it preached? Therefore be constant in reading every day Some part of God's Word, season your Souls with it in the morning, let it lock up your thoughts in the evening.
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Let the Word of Christ, saith the Apostle, dwell in you richly, in all wisdom, Col. 3.16. Where there is a Malady, there the Remedy must be applied: Your Malady is within;
Let the Word of christ, Says the Apostle, dwell in you richly, in all Wisdom, Col. 3.16. Where there is a Malady, there the Remedy must be applied: Your Malady is within;
Such as deny him publick Worship, will deny private Worship: Such as are careless in performing publick Duties, are careless in performing private Duties;
Such as deny him public Worship, will deny private Worship: Such as Are careless in performing public Duties, Are careless in performing private Duties;
It was Joshuahs resolution, That he and his house would serve the Lord, Chap. 24.15. and David would suffer no wicked man in his house, Psal. 10•. Be careful to offer to God a morning and an evening Sacrifice, reading some portion of God's Word:
It was Joshuahs resolution, That he and his house would serve the Lord, Chap. 24.15. and David would suffer no wicked man in his house, Psalm 10•. Be careful to offer to God a morning and an evening Sacrifice, reading Some portion of God's Word:
these, even these are the Achans that trouble our Israel; these are the Jonahs that raise these dreadful Storms that tear our Sails, break our Main-masts,
these, even these Are the Achans that trouble our Israel; these Are the Jonahs that raise these dreadful Storms that tear our Sails, break our Main-masts,
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It is no small part of pure Religion, for a man to keep himself unspotted from the world, Jams 1.27. Take heed of the sins of the times and places you live in, and of the sins of the persons you live and commerce with.
It is no small part of pure Religion, for a man to keep himself unspotted from the world, Jams 1.27. Take heed of the Sins of the times and places you live in, and of the Sins of the Persons you live and commerce with.
These, and whatever else there is in an infinite God that may further make for your security and comfort, I commend you to it, leave and entrust you with Him, who is able to do for you abundantly more, above what I or you are able to ask or think.
These, and whatever Else there is in an infinite God that may further make for your security and Comfort, I commend you to it, leave and entrust you with Him, who is able to do for you abundantly more, above what I or you Are able to ask or think.
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And pray one for another, and for the Peace of Jerusalem. Live and depend by Faith upon an invisible God in the midst of visible difficulties and dangers, deriving supplies of comfort and strength of Grace from him.
And pray one for Another, and for the Peace of Jerusalem. Live and depend by Faith upon an invisible God in the midst of visible difficulties and dangers, deriving supplies of Comfort and strength of Grace from him.
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And forget not those things I have lately at large pressed you to from that place, Col. 2.6. Remember them, when you see me not, that as you have received Christ, so walk in him:
And forget not those things I have lately At large pressed you to from that place, Col. 2.6. remember them, when you see me not, that as you have received christ, so walk in him:
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hereby you shall silence and ashame false Accusers, rejoyce the hearts of God's People, promote your own Peace and Salvation, justifie the Doctrine preached to you from all aspersions,
hereby you shall silence and ashame false Accusers, rejoice the hearts of God's People, promote your own Peace and Salvation, justify the Doctrine preached to you from all Aspersions,
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he therefore labours before his departing, to put them afresh in remembrance of their duty, ver. 12, 13. Wherefore I will not be negligent to put you in remembrance of these things,
he Therefore labours before his departing, to put them afresh in remembrance of their duty, ver. 12, 13. Wherefore I will not be negligent to put you in remembrance of these things,
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though ye know them, &c. as if he had said, I know indeed that you who are the called of God, know these things in part already, which I am puting you in mind of;
though you know them, etc. as if he had said, I know indeed that you who Are the called of God, know these things in part already, which I am putting you in mind of;
even such as relate to your Salvation, ver. 10.11. (2.) From the proximity or nearness of his Death, ver. 14. Knowing that shortly I must put off the Tabernacle of this body. q. d.
even such as relate to your Salvation, ver. 10.11. (2.) From the proximity or nearness of his Death, ver. 14. Knowing that shortly I must put off the Tabernacle of this body. q. worser.
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I would leave something with you, which you might remember when I am dead and gone, in the words of the Text, Moreover, I will endeavour, that ye may be able after my departure, to have these things in remembrance.
I would leave something with you, which you might Remember when I am dead and gone, in the words of the Text, Moreover, I will endeavour, that you may be able After my departure, to have these things in remembrance.
Others reade it thus, I will therefore endeavour that ye may be able to have these things in remembrance, &c. Therefore, that is, Seeing I am given to understand, that I must within a few days be taken from amongst you (translating the adversative Particle by an illative) therefore I shall leave this Epistle amongst you as upon record, that may ever put you in mind of these things when I am dead. Hence observe.
Others read it thus, I will Therefore endeavour that you may be able to have these things in remembrance, etc. Therefore, that is, Seeing I am given to understand, that I must within a few days be taken from among you (translating the adversative Particle by an illative) Therefore I shall leave this Epistle among you as upon record, that may ever put you in mind of these things when I am dead. Hence observe.
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Our memories are brittle, affections are ready to grow dull, and we fall into security in an insensible manner, which drowneth the force of former Truths.
Our memories Are brittle, affections Are ready to grow dull, and we fallen into security in an insensible manner, which drowneth the force of former Truths.
We see how Paul was not only a good Shepherd himself, but he also provides sutable Successors, at least to direct, encourage and quicken those that were to succeed him, to the same diligence and faithfulness among the People as he himself had exprest, Acts 20.28, 30, 31. When Moses was to be absent but forty dayes from the charge that was committed to him, he takes care for the People, by leaving Aaron and Hur behind him, that they might direct and govern them,
We see how Paul was not only a good Shepherd himself, but he also provides suitable Successors, At least to Direct, encourage and quicken those that were to succeed him, to the same diligence and faithfulness among the People as he himself had expressed, Acts 20.28, 30, 31. When Moses was to be absent but forty days from the charge that was committed to him, he Takes care for the People, by leaving Aaron and Hur behind him, that they might Direct and govern them,
I cannot say with Paul (ver. 14.) that our Lord Jesus hath shewed me, I must shortly put off my Tabernacle (though that may be for ought I know) but this I may say, that providence seems to point out unto me, that the time of my departure from you in particular is at hand. Gen. 49.1.
I cannot say with Paul (ver. 14.) that our Lord jesus hath showed me, I must shortly put off my Tabernacle (though that may be for ought I know) but this I may say, that providence seems to point out unto me, that the time of my departure from you in particular is At hand. Gen. 49.1.
many laborious Ministers after this day are likely to be dead, even whilst they are alive, if not as long as they live. And before I proceed, I would that you were freed from mistakes;
many laborious Ministers After this day Are likely to be dead, even while they Are alive, if not as long as they live. And before I proceed, I would that you were freed from mistakes;
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I would not that any of you should say concerning us, as Pharoah concerning the Children of Israel, Ye are idle, ye are idle, and therefore ye take occasion where none is given, to relinquish your People and your Service:
I would not that any of you should say Concerning us, as Pharaoh Concerning the Children of Israel, You Are idle, you Are idle, and Therefore you take occasion where none is given, to relinquish your People and your Service:
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He that doth any thing religious, moral or civil, must in the first place be groundedly perswaded, that that which he doth, will be acceptable to, or allowed of God.
He that does any thing religious, moral or civil, must in the First place be groundedly persuaded, that that which he does, will be acceptable to, or allowed of God.
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Now as yet we for our own parts, do not see any reason to convince us that we shall do that which is pleasing to God, in closing with every thing that is propounded to those that will stay in their places.
Now as yet we for our own parts, do not see any reason to convince us that we shall do that which is pleasing to God, in closing with every thing that is propounded to those that will stay in their places.
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Having said this little to prevent prejudice, and to silence wonder in you at this sudden Declaration of our prefixed leaving of you, give leave to read the words once more, with a little variation, Moreover, I will endeavour, that ye may be able after my [ Departure ] to have these things in remembrance.
Having said this little to prevent prejudice, and to silence wonder in you At this sudden Declaration of our prefixed leaving of you, give leave to read the words once more, with a little variation, Moreover, I will endeavour, that you may be able After my [ Departure ] to have these things in remembrance.
and to that end, of the things that have been spoken, and of the things that should have been spoken, Heb. 8.1. (if time and opportunity had been continued) I shall give you the sum.
and to that end, of the things that have been spoken, and of the things that should have been spoken, Hebrew 8.1. (if time and opportunity had been continued) I shall give you the sum.
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consider, without this, we shall never get to Heaven, John. 3.5. It is not thy promises of being a new man, b•• •hy being a new creature; it is not thy being chained, but thy being changed that will fit thee for communion with God.
Consider, without this, we shall never get to Heaven, John. 3.5. It is not thy promises of being a new man, b•• •hy being a new creature; it is not thy being chained, but thy being changed that will fit thee for communion with God.
Unregenerate men are not fit companions for God nor Saints in Heaven, Because they want a principle of Holiness, which should make them take delight in the work of Heaven. To this end,
Unregenerate men Are not fit Sodales for God nor Saints in Heaven, Because they want a principle of Holiness, which should make them take delight in the work of Heaven. To this end,
Were we enough sensible of the privation of original righteousness, and inclination to all manner of wickedness, we would look upon our selves as the chiefest of sinners, yea,
Were we enough sensible of the privation of original righteousness, and inclination to all manner of wickedness, we would look upon our selves as the chiefest of Sinners, yea,
that would lead thee to Idolatry, to Carelesness in the use of God's Name, Titles, Word and Worship? That heart which leads thee to irreligion, neglect of Prayer, Sabbaths, &c. Is that heart to be boasted of that is full of Envie, Covetousness, Anger, Revenge, unclean Imaginations and Desires? Why this,
that would led thee to Idolatry, to Carelessness in the use of God's Name, Titles, Word and Worship? That heart which leads thee to irreligion, neglect of Prayer, Sabbaths, etc. Is that heart to be boasted of that is full of Envy, Covetousness, Anger, Revenge, unclean Imaginations and Desires? Why this,
David, though a grown Saint, remembers, bewails and prayes for pardon of the sins of youth, Psal. 25.7. Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions.
David, though a grown Saint, remembers, bewails and prays for pardon of the Sins of youth, Psalm 25.7. remember not the Sins of my youth, nor my transgressions.
But consider, that those that are earthly-minded are enemies to the Cross of Christ, Phil. 3.18, 19. There are many of whom I tell you weeping, who are enemies to the Cross of God, viz. those who mind earthly things.
But Consider, that those that Are earthly-minded Are enemies to the Cross of christ, Philip 3.18, 19. There Are many of whom I tell you weeping, who Are enemies to the Cross of God, viz. those who mind earthly things.
he arose and went to Heaven, that we should imitate him. If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things that are above, Col. 3.1. Earthly persons undervalue the death of Christ, he died to purchase Heaven, they care for Earth more than Heaven.
he arose and went to Heaven, that we should imitate him. If you then be risen with christ, seek those things that Are above, Col. 3.1. Earthly Persons undervalue the death of christ, he died to purchase Heaven, they care for Earth more than Heaven.
Again, Earthly persons will have a sad end; Their end is destruction, Phil. 3.19. Seeing such men put away Salvation from them, whilst on Earth, at last they shall be put away from Salvation. Again;
Again, Earthly Persons will have a sad end; Their end is destruction, Philip 3.19. Seeing such men put away Salvation from them, while on Earth, At last they shall be put away from Salvation. Again;
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Things below are neither a suitable nor a satisfying portion; Not suitable, your souls being spiritual, these earthly; not satisfying, your souls having infinite desires,
Things below Are neither a suitable nor a satisfying portion; Not suitable, your Souls being spiritual, these earthly; not satisfying, your Souls having infinite Desires,
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whereas these are finite; your souls everlasting, these fading: 1 John 2.17. The World passeth away. When we have got never so much, it may leave us, we must leave it. Again; Earthly-mindedness is Idolatry. Col. 3.5. And Covetousness which is Idolatry.
whereas these Are finite; your Souls everlasting, these fading: 1 John 2.17. The World passes away. When we have god never so much, it may leave us, we must leave it. Again; Earthly-mindedness is Idolatry. Col. 3.5. And Covetousness which is Idolatry.
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Now we know that no Idolater shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. Be exhorted in the words of Christ, John 6.17. Labour not (so much, or chiefly) for the meat that perisheth, but for that which endureth to everlasting life.
Now we know that no Idolater shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. Be exhorted in the words of christ, John 6.17. Labour not (so much, or chiefly) for the meat that Perishes, but for that which Endureth to everlasting life.
5. Be convinced that God is the best portion, and make him yours. You are never in a safe condition till you can experimentally say, Who is there in Heaven but God,
5. Be convinced that God is the best portion, and make him yours. You Are never in a safe condition till you can experimentally say, Who is there in Heaven but God,
He will take pleasure in all your services. Cant. 2.14. Let me see thy face, and hear thy voice: for sweet is thy voice, and thy countenance is comely.
He will take pleasure in all your services. Cant 2.14. Let me see thy face, and hear thy voice: for sweet is thy voice, and thy countenance is comely.
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Your Prayers, Praises, Alms, &c. shall come up before God as Incense, Acts 10.4. Phil. 4.18. He will alwayes be with you, in every place, in every condition;
Your Prayers, Praises, Alms, etc. shall come up before God as Incense, Acts 10.4. Philip 4.18. He will always be with you, in every place, in every condition;
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he knows what thou thinkest and actest even in thy bedchamber. This consideration wrought mightily upon Davids spirit, which made him express himself in this manner — Whither shall I go from thy Presence, whither shall I flee from thy Spirit;
he knows what thou Thinkest and actest even in thy bedchamber. This consideration wrought mightily upon Davids Spirit, which made him express himself in this manner — Whither shall I go from thy Presence, whither shall I flee from thy Spirit;
there is not a thought in thy heart, nor a word in thy tongue, but lo he knows it altogether, Psal. 139. Per totum. Many would be the advantages of such a temper;
there is not a Thought in thy heart, nor a word in thy tongue, but lo he knows it altogether, Psalm 139. Per totum. Many would be the advantages of such a temper;
we may not close with added substantial parts of worship. Whatever power a Church hath about natural Circumstances, they have none about the substance of worship, either to add or take away;
we may not close with added substantial parts of worship. Whatever power a Church hath about natural circumstances, they have none about the substance of worship, either to add or take away;
The Pharisees ered on this hand, Mat. 15.19. teaching for Doctrines the Commandments of men; they pressed Gods Commandments, as indifferent and mens Traditions as necessary.
The Pharisees ered on this hand, Mathew 15.19. teaching for Doctrines the commandments of men; they pressed God's commandments, as indifferent and men's Traditions as necessary.
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this was to err by addition. See Rev. 22.18. To add in God's Worship, is to make our selves wiser than God, and to accuse Christ of unfaithfulness in God's House. Moses was a faithful Minister in God's House, much more was he who was Mose's Master. Well, be s•re in all your worship, that it be according to the Par••• shewed in the Mount;
this was to err by addition. See Rev. 22.18. To add in God's Worship, is to make our selves Wiser than God, and to accuse christ of unfaithfulness in God's House. Moses was a faithful Minister in God's House, much more was he who was Mose's Master. Well, be s•re in all your worship, that it be according to the Par••• showed in the Mount;
〈 ◊ 〉 very dangerous to offer strange fi••, such as God commands not, Levit. 10.2. Give not God cause to say to any of us, Who hath required this at your hands.
〈 ◊ 〉 very dangerous to offer strange fi••, such as God commands not, Levit. 10.2. Give not God cause to say to any of us, Who hath required this At your hands.
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Prayer consists more in the elevation of the understanding and desires, than in the lifting up of the eyes and hands: and so bring your hearts to the preaching and hearing of the Word. Rom. 1.9. Paul served God with his spirit in preaching; and we should serve God with our spirits in hearing. When Paul preached, Lydia 's heart was opened, that she attended to the things spoken by him, Acts 16.14.
Prayer consists more in the elevation of the understanding and Desires, than in the lifting up of the eyes and hands: and so bring your hearts to the preaching and hearing of the Word. Rom. 1.9. Paul served God with his Spirit in preaching; and we should serve God with our spirits in hearing. When Paul preached, Lydia is heart was opened, that she attended to the things spoken by him, Acts 16.14.
When God's Embassadours deliver their Embassy, imploy your understandings to discern, your memories to retain, your wills to choose, your affections to love and delight in, your consciences to apply what you hear.
When God's ambassadors deliver their Embassy, employ your understandings to discern, your memories to retain, your wills to choose, your affections to love and delight in, your Consciences to apply what you hear.
God complains of those who bring their bodies before him, but leave their hearts behind them, Isa. 29.13. They draw near me with their mouth, and honour me with their lips, but their heart is removed far from me;
God complains of those who bring their bodies before him, but leave their hearts behind them, Isaiah 29.13. They draw near me with their Mouth, and honour me with their lips, but their heart is removed Far from me;
It's not said, remember to keep part of the Sabbath Day, But keep the Sabbath; viz. the whole Sabbath, holy, sanctifie it in private as well as in publick; in your own houses as well as in Gods House;
It's not said, Remember to keep part of the Sabbath Day, But keep the Sabbath; viz. the Whole Sabbath, holy, sanctify it in private as well as in public; in your own houses as well as in God's House;
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even Angels and Saints, besides God and Christ, whose Presence makes Heaven. Dwell upon your Immunities and Freedom from Sin, Temptations of Satan and the World;
even Angels and Saints, beside God and christ, whose Presence makes Heaven. Dwell upon your Immunities and Freedom from since, Temptations of Satan and the World;
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so order the day, that secret Communion with God, may fit you for publick; and publick Ordinances fit you again for private and secret converse with God.
so order the day, that secret Communion with God, may fit you for public; and public Ordinances fit you again for private and secret converse with God.
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Thou shalt call the Sabbath a delight, not finding thine own pleasure, nor speaking thine own words, nor doing thine own works. Again, Christ and his Disciples did not spend this Day partly in religious Exercises,
Thou shalt call the Sabbath a delight, not finding thine own pleasure, nor speaking thine own words, nor doing thine own works. Again, christ and his Disciples did not spend this Day partly in religious Exercises,
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and partly in Recreations or Workings; John 20.18. and Acts 20.7. we find there that Christ came amongst the Disciples on the First day, and that Paul and the Christians used to spend this Day in Prayer, preaching and receiving of Sacraments.
and partly in Recreations or Workings; John 20.18. and Acts 20.7. we find there that christ Come among the Disciples on the First day, and that Paul and the Christians used to spend this Day in Prayer, preaching and receiving of Sacraments.
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Moreover, God will bless us inwardly and outwardly, if we conscienciously observe it: Isa. 58.14. He will curse us inwardly and outwardly, in soul and body, if we prophane it. See Jer. 17.27.
Moreover, God will bless us inwardly and outwardly, if we conscientiously observe it: Isaiah 58.14. He will curse us inwardly and outwardly, in soul and body, if we profane it. See Jer. 17.27.
Well then, my Brethren, do not prefer a Holy-day before the Lords-Day. Its sad to think that hundreds should more scruple to work on a Saints-day, (which is of humane institution) than on the Sabbath (which is of God's.) Sirs, you of this place have got (shall I say an undeserved name ) of more than ordinary piety,
Well then, my Brothers, do not prefer a Holiday before the Lords-Day. Its sad to think that hundreds should more scruple to work on a Saint's-day, (which is of humane Institution) than on the Sabbath (which is of God's.) Sirs, you of this place have god (shall I say an undeserved name) of more than ordinary piety,
but I assure you, that if you fall to neglect and prophane the Sabbath (as some of our neighbours do) you shall lose your very Name. I should be very sorry to hear when I am gone, that you should prove a Sabbath-breaking-People.
but I assure you, that if you fallen to neglect and profane the Sabbath (as Some of our neighbours do) you shall loose your very Name. I should be very sorry to hear when I am gone, that you should prove a Sabbath-breaking-People.
10. Make great Conscience of Prayer, family and secret. Let your houses be Houses of Prayer: Those families are called Heathenish Families, that call not upon God; Psal. 79.6. Power out thy Fury upon the Heathen, the Families that call not on thy Name.
10. Make great Conscience of Prayer, family and secret. Let your houses be Houses of Prayer: Those families Are called Heathenish Families, that call not upon God; Psalm 79.6. Power out thy Fury upon the Heathen, the Families that call not on thy Name.
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How shall your Families be distinguished from your Stables, if you do not sanctifie them by Prayer? The Creatures which God hath given us for our use, they eat, drink, work and sleep;
How shall your Families be distinguished from your Stables, if you do not sanctify them by Prayer? The Creatures which God hath given us for our use, they eat, drink, work and sleep;
now if we call not upon God daily, what difference would there be betwixt our houses and our stables? And so enter into your Closets, Mat. 6.6. and pray unto your Father which seeth in secret.
now if we call not upon God daily, what difference would there be betwixt our houses and our stables? And so enter into your Closets, Mathew 6.6. and pray unto your Father which sees in secret.
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Have you no secret sin to bewail, no secret request to put up, no particular Mercy to praise God for, which you would not have others to know of? Is it not a rare Priviledge that we may have liberty to prefer our private Petitions to the King of Heaven every day? that we may confess our faults, beg pardon, ease our heavy hearts, by laying them open before that God, who will neither upbraid us for our weaknesses, wants,
Have you no secret sin to bewail, no secret request to put up, no particular Mercy to praise God for, which you would not have Others to know of? Is it not a rare Privilege that we may have liberty to prefer our private Petitions to the King of Heaven every day? that we may confess our Faults, beg pardon, ease our heavy hearts, by laying them open before that God, who will neither upbraid us for our Weaknesses, Wants,
Do not hearken to the excuses of flesh and blood (which are many) but attend to God's Command, the Example of Christ and his followers, which will oblige you in point of duty;
Do not harken to the excuses of Flesh and blood (which Are many) but attend to God's Command, the Exampl of christ and his followers, which will oblige you in point of duty;
walk now and then amongst the Tombs; live every day as dying men. Get into such a Condition as would fit us for Death every hour. Dye daily. Deut. 32.29. Oh that you were so wise as to consider your latter ••d.
walk now and then among the Tombs; live every day as dying men. Get into such a Condition as would fit us for Death every hour. Die daily. Deuteronomy 32.29. O that you were so wise as to Consider your latter ••d.
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Why art thou proud of hair and beauty, when both shall be turned into dust ere long? Shall you and I idolize a coloured piece of clay, who though now it proudly and haughtily treads upon the Earth, within a few dayes shall it self be trodden upon as mire and dirt? O get to be in the number of those servants, whom Christ when he comes shall find so being and so doing! The Prophet said to Hezekiah, Set thy house in order:
Why art thou proud of hair and beauty, when both shall be turned into dust ere long? Shall you and I idolise a coloured piece of clay, who though now it proudly and haughtily treads upon the Earth, within a few days shall it self be trodden upon as mire and dirt? O get to be in the number of those Servants, whom christ when he comes shall find so being and so doing! The Prophet said to Hezekiah, Set thy house in order:
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say with thy self, I must ere long appear before the Tribunal of God, what can I answer, what can I say for my self at that day? Who is it that will be Advocate? or, have I an Advocate that will speak for me? how shall I come off;
say with thy self, I must ere long appear before the Tribunal of God, what can I answer, what can I say for my self At that day? Who is it that will be Advocate? or, have I an Advocate that will speak for me? how shall I come off;
shall I stand, or shall I fall? what will be my sentence? Brethren, be like him who thought he heard this voice alwayes sounding in his ears, Arise ye Dead and come to Judgment.
shall I stand, or shall I fallen? what will be my sentence? Brothers, be like him who Thought he herd this voice always sounding in his ears, Arise you Dead and come to Judgement.
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say with thy self, Can I endure to lose the smiles of God? how shall I endure the frowns of an infinite Majesty? If God's terrors have distracted his Friends on Earth, what will they do with me if I go to Hell? Think what a torment it wil be to be shut out of the company of Saints;
say with thy self, Can I endure to loose the smiles of God? how shall I endure the frowns of an infinite Majesty? If God's terrors have distracted his Friends on Earth, what will they do with me if I go to Hell? Think what a torment it will be to be shut out of the company of Saints;
How shall we endure to have Conscience alwayes setting our sins before our eyes? It's a burden now to lie under the gallings of an accusing Conscience;
How shall we endure to have Conscience always setting our Sins before our eyes? It's a burden now to lie under the gallings of an accusing Conscience;
and now thou must be tormented in this flame. Again, think what a misery it will be, to be there where is no mercy; where there will be pain without ease, sorrow without any joy, despair without any hope, eternity without end. O Eternity, Eternity, Eternity!
and now thou must be tormented in this flame. Again, think what a misery it will be, to be there where is no mercy; where there will be pain without ease, sorrow without any joy, despair without any hope, eternity without end. Oh Eternity, Eternity, Eternity!
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If you would not descend into Hell really, descend into it mentally. If you would not be in Hell by possession, be much in it now by meditation. This would make us jealous,
If you would not descend into Hell really, descend into it mentally. If you would not be in Hell by possession, be much in it now by meditation. This would make us jealous,
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14. Begin betime to be Religious. Put not off Holiness, Righteousness, and Sobriety till old age. 1 Kings 18.12. It's written in commendation of Obadiah, that he feared the Lord from his youth.
14. Begin betime to be Religious. Put not off Holiness, Righteousness, and Sobriety till old age. 1 Kings 18.12. It's written in commendation of Obadiah, that he feared the Lord from his youth.
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It's King Josiah 's honour, that while he was yet young, he began to seek the Lord God of his fathers, 2 Chron. 34.2, 3. It's Mnasons honour that he was an old Disciple, Acts 21.16. he began betime and continued till old age.
It's King Josiah is honour, that while he was yet young, he began to seek the Lord God of his Father's, 2 Chronicles 34.2, 3. It's Mnasons honour that he was an old Disciple, Acts 21.16. he began betime and continued till old age.
O but God hath made them advantagious to your souls already, and this is matter of praise, 1 Thess. 1.3, 5. Give thanks to God, seeing the Gospel hath come to you not in word only, but in the power of the holy Ghost.
Oh but God hath made them advantageous to your Souls already, and this is matter of praise, 1 Thess 1.3, 5. Give thanks to God, seeing the Gospel hath come to you not in word only, but in the power of the holy Ghost.
You then that can experience a new Light in your minds, Conviction in your conscience, a change in your wills, and holiness in your affections, and union with Christ, give God the praise.
You then that can experience a new Light in your minds, Conviction in your conscience, a change in your wills, and holiness in your affections, and Union with christ, give God the praise.
the fire is putting out before your souls be warmed. It is a sad sign those are in the number of the sons of perdition, from whom the clear Gospel is hid, 2 Cor. 4.3. If the Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost.
the fire is putting out before your Souls be warmed. It is a sad Signen those Are in the number of the Sons of perdition, from whom the clear Gospel is hid, 2 Cor. 4.3. If the Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that Are lost.
Why Brethren, unconverted persons are unborn, and if Faithful Ministers and Ordinances should be altogether taken from you, both Father and Mother dye,
Why Brothers, unconverted Persons Are unborn, and if Faithful Ministers and Ordinances should be altogether taken from you, both Father and Mother die,
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If there should not be a succession of Pastors amongst you, your condition may be sad, but it is safe; if you should dye without the continuance of Ordinances, having a part in the Resurrection from sin to a new Nature and holiness of life, the second Death shall have no dominion over you. If you live longer, you have former Experiences, former Truths, former Promises, old Store to live on;
If there should not be a succession of Pastors among you, your condition may be sad, but it is safe; if you should die without the Continuance of Ordinances, having a part in the Resurrection from since to a new Nature and holiness of life, the second Death shall have no dominion over you. If you live longer, you have former Experiences, former Truths, former Promises, old Store to live on;
God hath not dealt with every soul as with yours. Two or three of you have lived under the same Ministry, have sit and heard together in the same Seats,
God hath not dealt with every soul as with yours. Two or three of you have lived under the same Ministry, have fit and herd together in the same Seats,
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as Christ, Why hast thou revealed thy self to me and not to others? Even so Father because it seems good in thy sight, Mat. 11.25. 2. Walk humbly before God in a sence of your insufficency to good, and proness to evil, Mic. 6.8. walk humbly with thy God.
as christ, Why hast thou revealed thy self to me and not to Others? Even so Father Because it seems good in thy sighed, Mathew 11.25. 2. Walk humbly before God in a sense of your insufficency to good, and proneness to evil, Mic. 6.8. walk humbly with thy God.
Take heed of falling into sin, though at present you stand. Ever live under the sence of that truth, that the heart is deceitful above all things, and madly wicked.
Take heed of falling into since, though At present you stand. Ever live under the sense of that truth, that the heart is deceitful above all things, and madly wicked.
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What Master that knows the deceitfulness of a Servant, would trust him too far? and so, who that hath had frequent experience of the falsness of his heart, would put too much confidence in it for the future? Ever keep low thoughts of your selves:
What Master that knows the deceitfulness of a Servant, would trust him too Far? and so, who that hath had frequent experience of the falseness of his heart, would put too much confidence in it for the future? Ever keep low thoughts of your selves:
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live continually in dependance upon God for strength to perform duties, to subdue corruptions, resist temptations, and to bear afflictions. Paul prayed thrice i. e.
live continually in dependence upon God for strength to perform duties, to subdue corruptions, resist temptations, and to bear afflictions. Paul prayed thrice i. e.
have and express godly sorrow for it; break off every iniquity by repentance. Beware especially of, and keep your selves from your iniquities, Psal. 18.23. Cut off your right hand, and pluck out your right-eye-sins, Mat. 5.29. God hates it, Jer. 44.4. it grieves him:
have and express godly sorrow for it; break off every iniquity by Repentance. Beware especially of, and keep your selves from your iniquities, Psalm 18.23. cut off your right hand, and pluck out your right-eye-sins, Mathew 5.29. God hates it, Jer. 44.4. it grieves him:
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O my God, I blush, and am ashamed to look up, Ezra 9.6. It stops our mouths that we cannot speak, and manacles our hands, and contracts our hearts that we cannot lift them up to God.
Oh my God, I blush, and am ashamed to look up, Ezra 9.6. It stops our mouths that we cannot speak, and manacles our hands, and contracts our hearts that we cannot lift them up to God.
If we would lift up hearts and hands in Prayer without doubting, we must lift up holy hands, 1 Tim. 2.8. Sin makes a Christian act like an enemy towards God, and to think God is justly turned to be his enemy;
If we would lift up hearts and hands in Prayer without doubting, we must lift up holy hands, 1 Tim. 2.8. since makes a Christian act like an enemy towards God, and to think God is justly turned to be his enemy;
and who can with any heart ask any favour from an enemy? If we would draw near to God in full assurance of Faith, we must come with an heart sprinkled from a guilty and defiled conscience, and our lives washed with pure water, Heb. 10.22. Again, the least sin smiled upon, puts us back in our Christian course, it weakens Faith, takes away our Courage, disheartens us from doing our very duty.
and who can with any heart ask any favour from an enemy? If we would draw near to God in full assurance of Faith, we must come with an heart sprinkled from a guilty and defiled conscience, and our lives washed with pure water, Hebrew 10.22. Again, the least since smiled upon, puts us back in our Christian course, it weakens Faith, Takes away our Courage, disheartens us from doing our very duty.
How canst thou reprove another with courage (saith conscience) when thou thy self knowest thou standest in need of reproof? well than, exercise daily repentance for daily failings;
How Canst thou reprove Another with courage (Says conscience) when thou thy self Knowest thou Standest in need of reproof? well than, exercise daily Repentance for daily failings;
take heed of decaying, beware lest God's Ministers lose the things they have wrought upon and amongst you, 2 Ep. John, ver. 8. Increase your knowledge, Follow on to know the Lord;
take heed of decaying, beware lest God's Ministers loose the things they have wrought upon and among you, 2 Epistle John, ver. 8. Increase your knowledge, Follow on to know the Lord;
let your love to God abound more and more. The more Grace you have, the more you will glorify God, the fitter you will be to do him service, the more able to bear affliction;
let your love to God abound more and more. The more Grace you have, the more you will Glorify God, the fitter you will be to do him service, the more able to bear affliction;
Feed upon the Milk of God's Word, and the Blood of Christ, that you may grow thereby, I commend you to the Word of God's Grace, Acts 20.32. 5. Make conscience of all your thoughts and words Do not entertain vain and unprofitable meditations;
Feed upon the Milk of God's Word, and the Blood of christ, that you may grow thereby, I commend you to the Word of God's Grace, Acts 20.32. 5. Make conscience of all your thoughts and words Do not entertain vain and unprofitable meditations;
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especially beware of Ungodly, Athiestical, Envious, Repining, Quarelsom, Impure thoughts; God sees them and is angry at them, The Lord knows the thoughts of man,
especially beware of Ungodly, Atheistical, Envious, Repining, Quarrelsome, Impure thoughts; God sees them and is angry At them, The Lord knows the thoughts of man,
when they are vanity, Psal. 94.11. He will call us to an account for them; in the Day of Reckoning he will Judge the secrets of men, Rom. 2.17. and then every private and close thing, shall be brought to light, whether it be good or wether it be evil, Eccl. 12. ult. Entertain holy and profitable conceptions.
when they Are vanity, Psalm 94.11. He will call us to an account for them; in the Day of Reckoning he will Judge the secrets of men, Rom. 2.17. and then every private and close thing, shall be brought to Light, whither it be good or weather it be evil, Ecclesiastes 12. ult. Entertain holy and profitable conceptions.
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beware therefore of, and silence sinful conceptions and imaginations lest they produce sinful actions. And so, make conscience of your words, beware of idle, frothy, wanton expressions,
beware Therefore of, and silence sinful conceptions and Imaginations lest they produce sinful actions. And so, make conscience of your words, beware of idle, frothy, wanton expressions,
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Let not your communication be such as that it should corrupt the manners of those you converse with, David was careful of his words, Psal. 39.1. I will take heed to my wayes that I sin not with my tongue.
Let not your communication be such as that it should corrupt the manners of those you converse with, David was careful of his words, Psalm 39.1. I will take heed to my ways that I sin not with my tongue.
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I conclude this with that in Ephes. 4.31. & 5.4. Let all Bitterness, and Anger, Wrath, Clamour, and Evilspeaking be put away from among you, as becometh Saints;
I conclude this with that in Ephesians 4.31. & 5.4. Let all Bitterness, and Anger, Wrath, Clamour, and Evil-speaking be put away from among you, as Becometh Saints;
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by how much others are worse, by so much be you the better. It's Noahs commendation, that he was upright in [ his ] generation, Gen. 6.9. now the generation in which he lived was very wicked.
by how much Others Are Worse, by so much be you the better. It's Noahs commendation, that he was upright in [ his ] generation, Gen. 6.9. now the generation in which he lived was very wicked.
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NONLATINALPHABET, in every turn, manifest Holiness in every calling, in every condition, in prosperity, in adversity, in every relation; when you are single, before you change your condition,
, in every turn, manifest Holiness in every calling, in every condition, in Prosperity, in adversity, in every Relation; when you Are single, before you change your condition,
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That which the Apostle saith of worldly sorrow, that it worketh death, even natural death; the same I may say of unbelief, that it doth in it self hasten death;
That which the Apostle Says of worldly sorrow, that it works death, even natural death; the same I may say of unbelief, that it does in it self hasten death;
for whilst infidelity and distrust prevails, sadness, discontent, vexation, repining, and murmuring, and fear prevails; and all these are enemies even to the body of a Christian.
for while infidelity and distrust prevails, sadness, discontent, vexation, repining, and murmuring, and Fear prevails; and all these Are enemies even to the body of a Christian.
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Sence and Reason is many times at its wits ends, we know not what to do, (but Faith is never at a loss) But our eyes are towards thee, there is Faith; in the former expression was the language of Sense.
Sense and Reason is many times At its wits ends, we know not what to do, (but Faith is never At a loss) But our eyes Are towards thee, there is Faith; in the former expression was the language of Sense.
Faith realizeth seeming impossibilities, and presentiates things afar of, Heb. 11.1. Act Faith for every thing wanting for your selves, or for the Church.
Faith realizeth seeming impossibilities, and presentiates things afar of, Hebrew 11.1. Act Faith for every thing wanting for your selves, or for the Church.
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Do you want pardon of sin? is conscience burdened with the guilt of your corruptions? act Faith upon such Promises as these, Isa. 1.18. Though your sins be as Scarlet, they shall be white as Snow;
Do you want pardon of since? is conscience burdened with the guilt of your corruptions? act Faith upon such Promises as these, Isaiah 1.18. Though your Sins be as Scarlet, they shall be white as Snow;
though they be like Crimson, they shall be as Wool, and in Hos. 14.4. Do you want Righteousness to make you amiable in God's Eyes? live upon that Promise in Jer. 23.6. He shall be called, The Lord our Righteousness:
though they be like Crimson, they shall be as Wool, and in Hos. 14.4. Do you want Righteousness to make you amiable in God's Eyes? live upon that Promise in Jer. 23.6. He shall be called, The Lord our Righteousness:
and that in 1 Cor. 1.30. Do you want purging Grace, would you feign be washt from the filth and pollution of your lusts? Plead such a Promise as that in Ezek. 36.25. I will sprinkle you with clean water that ye may be clean;
and that in 1 Cor. 1.30. Do you want purging Grace, would you feign be washed from the filth and pollution of your Lustiest? Plead such a Promise as that in Ezekiel 36.25. I will sprinkle you with clean water that you may be clean;
Do you desire persevering Grace? and are you fearful of falling away? urge that place in Jude 24. Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, &c. and John 10.28, 29. I give unto them eternal life, and they shall never perish: my Father is greater than all, and none shall pluck them out of my hands.
Do you desire persevering Grace? and Are you fearful of falling away? urge that place in U^de 24. Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, etc. and John 10.28, 29. I give unto them Eternal life, and they shall never perish: my Father is greater than all, and none shall pluck them out of my hands.
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Live by Faith for Counsel, when you are in the dark, and cannot see your way clear; Isa. 42.16. I will make darkness light before them, and crooked things streight. For provision, when in straits;
Live by Faith for Counsel, when you Are in the dark, and cannot see your Way clear; Isaiah 42.16. I will make darkness Light before them, and crooked things straight. For provision, when in straits;
for security and preservation in a time of danger, from Isa. 33.16. His place of defence shall be the Munition of Rocks: Bread shall be given him; his Waters shall be sure. And so for the Church.
for security and preservation in a time of danger, from Isaiah 33.16. His place of defence shall be the Munition of Rocks: Bred shall be given him; his Waters shall be sure. And so for the Church.
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Live by Faith for the restoring of a faithful Ministry, from Jer. 3.15. I will give them Pastors after my own heart, which shall feed them with knowledge and understanding.
Live by Faith for the restoring of a faithful Ministry, from Jer. 3.15. I will give them Pastors After my own heart, which shall feed them with knowledge and understanding.
For the restoring of an instituted Worship, Mal. 1.11. In every place Incense shall be brought, and a pure offering. Mal. 3.3. I will purifie the sons of Levi, and they shall offer to the Lord a pure Offering in righteousness.
For the restoring of an instituted Worship, Malachi 1.11. In every place Incense shall be brought, and a pure offering. Malachi 3.3. I will purify the Sons of Levi, and they shall offer to the Lord a pure Offering in righteousness.
Ishmael persecuted Isaac, even in Abraham 's family. Christ left this Lesson to his Disciples when he left the world, John 16.2. These things have I told you beforehand, that ye should not be offended:
Ishmael persecuted Isaac, even in Abraham is family. christ left this lesson to his Disciples when he left the world, John 16.2. These things have I told you beforehand, that you should not be offended:
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10. Prove all things. 1 Thess. 5.21. Take not upon trust, do not, jurare in verba Doctoris, believe any Doctrine meerly because such an one delivers it as is cryed up in the world for some-body.
10. Prove all things. 1 Thess 5.21. Take not upon trust, do not, jurare in verba Doctoris, believe any Doctrine merely Because such an one delivers it as is cried up in the world for somebody.
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Every Christian hath a Judgment of discretion left him, whereby he may try, whether that which is pressed upon him, either for belief or practice, be according to the Analogie of Faith.
Every Christian hath a Judgement of discretion left him, whereby he may try, whither that which is pressed upon him, either for belief or practice, be according to the Analogy of Faith.
For ought I know, this may be one of the greatest helps we may have. 1 Tim. 4.13. Take that advice of Paul to Timothy, Till I come, give attendance to Reading:
For ought I know, this may be one of the greatest helps we may have. 1 Tim. 4.13. Take that Advice of Paul to Timothy, Till I come, give attendance to Reading:
Phil. 2. Paul commends himself to Philemon, and the Church in his house; this is a high Commendation of him, that he had Domesticam Ecclesiam, a house-hold Church.
Philip 2. Paul commends himself to Philemon, and the Church in his house; this is a high Commendation of him, that he had Domesticam Church, a household Church.
As Calvin in loc. In Mal. 4.4. we meet with this Exhortation, Remember the Law of Moses my Scrvant, which I commanded to all Israel, with the Statutes and Judgements.
As calvin in loc. In Malachi 4.4. we meet with this Exhortation, remember the Law of Moses my Servant, which I commanded to all Israel, with the Statutes and Judgments.
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Malachi was the last of the Prophets, after him the Jews were not to have any more Prophesying, till the coming of the Messiah; he knew how prone they were to follow the dictates of their own hearts,
Malachi was the last of the prophets, After him the jews were not to have any more Prophesying, till the coming of the Messiah; he knew how prove they were to follow the dictates of their own hearts,
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when their Prophet Moses was absent from them but forty dayes, Exod. 32.1, 2, 3.) he therefore adviseth them in this interim to attend to the Law of God delivered by Moses, and the Writings of the Prophets, which were as Commentaries upon that Law, that they would continue to reade,
when their Prophet Moses was absent from them but forty days, Exod 32.1, 2, 3.) he Therefore adviseth them in this interim to attend to the Law of God Delivered by Moses, and the Writings of the prophets, which were as Commentaries upon that Law, that they would continue to read,
Brethren, I cannot say, that we that are about to be silent, are the last Ministers you shall hear (no, I suppose you may have others succeed us, whose Apprehensions and Judgments concerning the things in controversie, may be different from ours,
Brothers, I cannot say, that we that Are about to be silent, Are the last Ministers you shall hear (no, I suppose you may have Others succeed us, whose Apprehensions and Judgments Concerning the things in controversy, may be different from ours,
13. Esteem and approve Time as a precious Commodity. Husband Opportunities for Soul-Advantage. When you have spare hours, improve them in Reading, Meditation and Prayer.
13. Esteem and approve Time as a precious Commodity. Husband Opportunities for Soul-Advantage. When you have spare hours, improve them in Reading, Meditation and Prayer.
Brethren, the time is short, your work is much, you have God to honour, your Relations to watch over, your own Evidences to make clear; O then redeem precious Time, do not throw it away, Ephes. 5.16. 15. Contend earnestly for the Faith, Jude 3. Maintain fundamental Truths;
Brothers, the time is short, your work is much, you have God to honour, your Relations to watch over, your own Evidences to make clear; Oh then Redeem precious Time, do not throw it away, Ephesians 5.16. 15. Contend earnestly for the Faith, U^de 3. Maintain fundamental Truths;
The Apostle indeed takes notice of some men that place their Religion in fightings of Words, in conflicting with the Air, in janglings and disputings about things they understand not, 1 Tim. 1.5, 6. Some place their Religion in being of this and that Opinion;
The Apostle indeed Takes notice of Some men that place their Religion in fightings of Words, in conflicting with the Air, in janglings and disputings about things they understand not, 1 Tim. 1.5, 6. some place their Religion in being of this and that Opinion;
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and indeed they are meer Opinionists. Our meaning is this, When the Enemies of the Church, labour to root up the necessary and very foundation Truths of Christianity, that we should stick to them.
and indeed they Are mere Opinionists. Our meaning is this, When the Enemies of the Church, labour to root up the necessary and very Foundation Truths of Christianity, that we should stick to them.
As Paul, he did earnestly contend for the Doctrine of Christ, being the Messiah, against the Jews. He maintained the Doctrine of the Resurrection against the Saduces: The Doctrine of Justification by Christ's Righteousness, against the Teachers of the Law. He doth strongly and vehemently maintain Divine Worship against the idolatrous worship of the Athenians.
As Paul, he did earnestly contend for the Doctrine of christ, being the Messiah, against the jews. He maintained the Doctrine of the Resurrection against the Sadducees: The Doctrine of Justification by Christ's Righteousness, against the Teachers of the Law. He does strongly and vehemently maintain Divine Worship against the idolatrous worship of the Athenians.
Groan earnestly till mortality be clothed with Immortality, 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. Say as he, When shall I come and appear before God? Long till you be in Heaven, that so you may have constant Communion with God's Angels and Saints, that ye may be wholly freed from sin, and made perfect in Holiness.
Groan earnestly till mortality be clothed with Immortality, 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. Say as he, When shall I come and appear before God? Long till you be in Heaven, that so you may have constant Communion with God's Angels and Saints, that you may be wholly freed from since, and made perfect in Holiness.
Now I am in continual fear of falling into sin, but then I shall be past all danger; Now I am in continual sorrow, but then all tears shall be wip'd away;
Now I am in continual Fear of falling into since, but then I shall be passed all danger; Now I am in continual sorrow, but then all tears shall be wiped away;
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When we do experimentally taste Heavens Joyes, we shall despise Earths Pleasures; when we seriously think of that Friendship and Communion we shall have with Friends in Heaven,
When we do experimentally taste Heavens Joys, we shall despise Earth's Pleasures; when we seriously think of that Friendship and Communion we shall have with Friends in Heaven,
Having now given you an account of those main Duties and Counsels, that relate more immediately to God and your souls, I shall briefly give you the sum of those Counsels I have to leave you, about things that relate more nearly to you and others, with whom you converse and have to do. The first is this;
Having now given you an account of those main Duties and Counsels, that relate more immediately to God and your Souls, I shall briefly give you the sum of those Counsels I have to leave you, about things that relate more nearly to you and Others, with whom you converse and have to do. The First is this;
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1. Discharge domestical Duties. Study and perform the Duties that every Relation calls for. Act as Christian Parents and Christian Masters towards your Children and Servants;
1. Discharge domestical Duties. Study and perform the Duties that every Relation calls for. Act as Christian Parents and Christian Masters towards your Children and Servants;
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call on them to re•d the Scriptures frequently, that even of Children they be acquainted with that which will make them wise to Salvation; keep them to a form of sound words, 2 Tim. 1.13. hold them to the Principles of Religion, Catechisms are called, A Form of sound words, because they keep the Judgment and Affections sound:
call on them to re•d the Scriptures frequently, that even of Children they be acquainted with that which will make them wise to Salvation; keep them to a from of found words, 2 Tim. 1.13. hold them to the Principles of Religion, Catechisms Are called, A From of found words, Because they keep the Judgement and Affections found:
2. Live in Love. This was Christ's Command to his Disciples when he left them, John 13.34, 35. A new Commandment I give unto you, that you love one another.
2. Live in Love. This was Christ's Command to his Disciples when he left them, John 13.34, 35. A new Commandment I give unto you, that you love one Another.
Hatred makes us, like the Devil, Murderers. The wicked love one another entirely; and shall not Christians much more? The great Exhortation of John the Divine was,
Hatred makes us, like the devil, Murderers. The wicked love one Another entirely; and shall not Christians much more? The great Exhortation of John the Divine was,
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3. Esteem and maintain Peace among one another, as a precious Jewel. Beware of Animosities and Heartburnings, of Jealousies and Jarrings one with another.
3. Esteem and maintain Peace among one Another, as a precious Jewel. Beware of Animosities and Heartburnings, of Jealousies and Jarrings one with Another.
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It's the nature of Christianity to be meek and peaceable ( ver. 17.) Strifes are a work of the flesh, Gal. 5.20. Now the works of the flesh are manifest, Hatred, Variance, Strife.
It's the nature of Christianity to be meek and peaceable (for. 17.) Strifes Are a work of the Flesh, Gal. 5.20. Now the works of the Flesh Are manifest, Hatred, Variance, Strife.
As long as men are prejudiced against one another, they will not believe that any good thing done by the other, proceeds from a good principle, or hath a good end.
As long as men Are prejudiced against one Another, they will not believe that any good thing done by the other, proceeds from a good principle, or hath a good end.
5. Exhort one another, Heb. 3.17. Instruct, warn, strengthen, comfort one another; take that advice, 1 Thes. 5.11. Comfort your selves together, and edifie one another;
5. Exhort one Another, Hebrew 3.17. Instruct, warn, strengthen, Comfort one Another; take that Advice, 1 Thebes 5.11. Comfort your selves together, and edify one Another;
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Defraud not one another. Mich. 6.8. Deal justly; lye not one to another, but speak the Truth. 1 Cor. 6.9. The unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.
Defraud not one Another. Mich. 6.8. Deal justly; lie not one to Another, but speak the Truth. 1 Cor. 6.9. The unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.
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Their Iniquities I confess, may have a great hand in putting them forth, and I hope they are in some measure sensible of the Plague of their hearts: But see if your hands have not helpt to lift them out;
Their Iniquities I confess, may have a great hand in putting them forth, and I hope they Are in Some measure sensible of the Plague of their hearts: But see if your hands have not helped to lift them out;
2. Suppose there may some holy and painful Labourers stay behind, its to be thought it will be but some: the Harvest is great, and it is not reasonably to be imagined that there should be suddenly raised a competent succession of able experienced Pastors, to supply so many Congregations as are like to be left destitute.
2. Suppose there may Some holy and painful Labourers stay behind, its to be Thought it will be but Some: the Harvest is great, and it is not reasonably to be imagined that there should be suddenly raised a competent succession of able experienced Pastors, to supply so many Congregations as Are like to be left destitute.
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3. Are you sure that those that stay behind us shall continue long amongst you? How do you know but that within some months or a few years, some stumbling-block or other may be laid in their way, over which they cannot possibly go,
3. are you sure that those that stay behind us shall continue long among you? How do you know but that within Some months or a few Years, Some stumbling-block or other may be laid in their Way, over which they cannot possibly go,
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God doth not use to light Candles and then to put them under bushels. I do not remember that the like ever was heard or read of in England before, that so many Ministers should have the doors shut upon them, in a time when the Protestant Religion is professed and countenanced.
God does not use to Light Candles and then to put them under bushels. I do not Remember that the like ever was herd or read of in England before, that so many Ministers should have the doors shut upon them, in a time when the Protestant Religion is professed and countenanced.
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or whether or no, there shall be a restauration of Pastors to their People. How many poor People may cry out, as in Psal. 74.9. We see not our Prophets, neither is there any amongst us that knoweth how long.
or whither or not, there shall be a restauration of Pastors to their People. How many poor People may cry out, as in Psalm 74.9. We see not our prophets, neither is there any among us that Knoweth how long.
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when People are deprived of their Ministers, they part with their best Friends. 8ly. Pray for the Faithful Min•sters of God, both those that stay behind, and especially for those that are constrained to depart. 1 Thes. 5.25. They have prayed for us many a time;
when People Are deprived of their Ministers, they part with their best Friends. 8ly. Pray for the Faithful Min•sters of God, both those that stay behind, and especially for those that Are constrained to depart. 1 Thebes 5.25. They have prayed for us many a time;
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They do now especially need your prayers. 1. Pray that God would keep them stedfast. They are Leaders of the People, Pray they may not cause them to erre.
They do now especially need your Prayers. 1. prey that God would keep them steadfast. They Are Leaders of the People, Pray they may not cause them to err.
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Though bread be taken from their mouths, pray God would provide some Obadiahs that may feed them, though it be with bread and water. In Deut. 10.9.
Though bred be taken from their mouths, pray God would provide Some Obadiah's that may feed them, though it be with bred and water. In Deuteronomy 10.9.
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we reade, that because Levi had no inheritance amongst his brethren, therefore the Lord promised to be his inheritance. The Lord knows that many of Levi at this day have little or no inheritance amongst their brethren,
we read, that Because Levi had no inheritance among his brothers, Therefore the Lord promised to be his inheritance. The Lord knows that many of Levi At this day have little or no inheritance among their brothers,
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They are willing to leave House and Land for the sake of Christ, and that they may keep a good and quiet conscience, O beg that God would not leave them. That seeing they are desirous to honour God, that of him they may not be slighly esteemed. 4. For their return.
They Are willing to leave House and Land for the sake of christ, and that they may keep a good and quiet conscience, Oh beg that God would not leave them. That seeing they Are desirous to honour God, that of him they may not be slighly esteemed. 4. For their return.
Many of them are aged, and at the most their dayes are like to be few, and those that are younger, know not how soon a period may be put to their lives, O beg that they may not stand all their dayes idle.
Many of them Are aged, and At the most their days Are like to be few, and those that Are younger, know not how soon a Period may be put to their lives, Oh beg that they may not stand all their days idle.
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and perform this office of Love to your Ministers, and then let both them and you sit still and acquiesce with the same humble resolution that David had, 2 Sam. 15.25, 26. If I shall find favour in the eyes of the Lord he will bring me again, and shew me his habitation:
and perform this office of Love to your Ministers, and then let both them and you fit still and acquiesce with the same humble resolution that David had, 2 Sam. 15.25, 26. If I shall find favour in the eyes of the Lord he will bring me again, and show me his habitation:
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And now, Brethren, not knowing when, or whether or no, you may see our faces again in a publick manner, I bid you farewel, Acts 20.32. Commending you to God, and the Word of his Grace, which is able to build you up.
And now, Brothers, not knowing when, or whither or not, you may see our faces again in a public manner, I bid you farewell, Acts 20.32. Commending you to God, and the Word of his Grace, which is able to built you up.
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And the God of Peace that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, make you perfect in every good work to do his Will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ;
And the God of Peace that brought again from the dead our Lord jesus christ, make you perfect in every good work to do his Will, working in you that which is Well-pleasing in his sighed, through jesus christ;
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THe Prophet Zephaniah supposed by some [ Mayer ex Gualth. cap. 1. v. 1. ] as the Prophet Isaiah was, of a Family of some Note amongst the Jews (some Noble were and are called) prophesied in those times that bordered upon the Captivity, which was Israels second Egypt; and in regard that the body of the People were in his time corrupt and sensless, he is a Son of Thunder unto them:
THe Prophet Zephaniah supposed by Some [ Mayer ex Gault. cap. 1. v. 1. ] as the Prophet Isaiah was, of a Family of Some Note among the jews (Some Noble were and Are called) prophesied in those times that bordered upon the Captivity, which was Israel's second Egypt; and in regard that the body of the People were in his time corrupt and senseless, he is a Son of Thunder unto them:
and the best had much ado to believe it would ever end, as appears by Jeremiah 's Purchase, Jer. 32.6, 7, — 41, 42, 43, 44. The Text is in the Promissory part of this Book.
and the best had much ado to believe it would ever end, as appears by Jeremiah is Purchase, Jer. 32.6, 7, — 41, 42, 43, 44. The Text is in the Promissory part of this Book.
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Junius thinks that the waiting called for in that verse, is patiently to bear their Captivity in Babylon, and chearfully to expect their Deliverance therefrom;
Junius thinks that the waiting called for in that verse, is patiently to bear their Captivity in Babylon, and cheerfully to expect their Deliverance therefrom;
first, A Loss of their Spiritual Priviledges, which was the Advantage of the Jew, Rom. 3.1, 2. & 9.4, 5. By Solemn Assemblies are meant their several Conventions at those set times which God had appointed them, viz. on the weekly Sabbath, the new Moons, the stated Feasts and Fasts, which they were bound to observe, Deut. 16. begin.
First, A Loss of their Spiritual Privileges, which was the Advantage of the Jew, Rom. 3.1, 2. & 9.4, 5. By Solemn Assemblies Are meant their several Conventions At those Set times which God had appointed them, viz. on the weekly Sabbath, the new Moons, the stated Feasts and Fasts, which they were bound to observe, Deuteronomy 16. begin.
The phrase is a concise form of speech usual in the Hebrew tongue, and is in this Text to be understood, as in Isa. 32.12. They shall lament for the Teats, for the pleasant Fields, for the fruitful Vine, i. e.
The phrase is a concise from of speech usual in the Hebrew tongue, and is in this Text to be understood, as in Isaiah 32.12. They shall lament for the Teats, for the pleasant Fields, for the fruitful Vine, i. e.
One while [ lack ] as in Gen. 18.28. Wilt thou destroy all the City for [ lack of ] five? And another while [ want ] as in Lament. 4.9. — stricken through for [ want ] of the fruits of the field.
One while [ lack ] as in Gen. 18.28. Wilt thou destroy all the city for [ lack of ] five? And Another while [ want ] as in Lament. 4.9. — stricken through for [ want ] of the fruits of the field.
and purity than formerly, as the precedent verses, and some other parallel Scriptures (which will be touched on by and by) do shew. 2. The persons to whom this Promise belongs.
and purity than formerly, as the precedent Verses, and Some other parallel Scriptures (which will be touched on by and by) do show. 2. The Persons to whom this Promise belongs.
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] Now the persons that are interested in this Promise are described, 1. Generally such as are of the Church, — who are of Thee: but because deceit lies in Generals;
] Now the Persons that Are interested in this Promise Are described, 1. Generally such as Are of the Church, — who Are of Thee: but Because deceit lies in Generals;
Therefore (2dly.) more particularly, They are characterized by their carriage under the Calamities mentioned (viz.) Their sad resentment of those Calamities;
Therefore (2dly.) more particularly, They Are characterized by their carriage under the Calamities mentioned (viz.) Their sad resentment of those Calamities;
and did so — I wish I could say, I have no cause now to call my thoughts to the first words of this Text, upon which I do intend now to insist, and the Doctrine is this.
and did so — I wish I could say, I have no cause now to call my thoughts to the First words of this Text, upon which I do intend now to insist, and the Doctrine is this.
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should not the Lord's Children mourn under the want of Spiritual Bread, and their better Refreshings? If ever we will have a spirit of heaviness, sure it must be when God brings a Judgment upon us,
should not the Lord's Children mourn under the want of Spiritual Bred, and their better Refreshings? If ever we will have a Spirit of heaviness, sure it must be when God brings a Judgement upon us,
Artaxerxes concluded that Nehemiah had sorrow of heart, Nehem. 2.2. and indeed so he had. The heart must cry in such a case as this, Lam. 2.18. We must be both serious and sincere.
Artaxerxes concluded that Nehemiah had sorrow of heart, Nehemiah 2.2. and indeed so he had. The heart must cry in such a case as this, Lam. 2.18. We must be both serious and sincere.
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How oft in the Book of Lamentations doth the Prophet touch upon this, as the Lamentation? It is (as I may say) The Lamentation of that Book of Lamentations;
How oft in the Book of Lamentations does the Prophet touch upon this, as the Lamentation? It is (as I may say) The Lamentation of that Book of Lamentations;
especially making the dayes on which such a sad Calamity befals us, Fasting-dayes. As this People did, Zech. 7.3. compare Jer. 52.12. The Fast of the fifth Month, was for the burning of the Temple, which with their solemn Assemblies were all consumed and buryed in its Ashes.
especially making the days on which such a sad Calamity befalls us, Fasting days. As this People did, Zechariah 7.3. compare Jer. 52.12. The Fast of the fifth Monn, was for the burning of the Temple, which with their solemn Assemblies were all consumed and buried in its Ashes.
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if not abominated such a Proffer, if the Ark had been captivated? The Wife of Phinehas sets not her heart on the Tydings of a Male-child when the Ark is taken, 1 Sam. 4.21, 22. There is little Joy in Children,
if not abominated such a Proffer, if the Ark had been captivated? The Wife of Phinehas sets not her heart on the Tidings of a Male-child when the Ark is taken, 1 Sam. 4.21, 22. There is little Joy in Children,
As sometimes Queen Elizabeth did in her Restraints, upon the sight of the Milk-maid out of her Prison Windows, whose merry singing over her Pail, put her into a pensive dump, preferring a poor liberty before her Princely Captivity.
As sometime Queen Elizabeth did in her Restraints, upon the sighed of the Milkmaid out of her Prison Windows, whose merry singing over her Pail, put her into a pensive dump, preferring a poor liberty before her Princely Captivity.
So that the words are, an holy piece of Poetry, expressing so zealous an Affection to the Ordinances, that turned every thing it met with, either into Fewel, or Bellows.
So that the words Are, an holy piece of Poetry, expressing so zealous an Affection to the Ordinances, that turned every thing it met with, either into Fuel, or Bellows.
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until the Lord take it off, and put us into possession of these dear Liberties, and precious Priviledges. One of the Daughters of godly Sorrow, is vehement desire.
until the Lord take it off, and put us into possession of these dear Liberties, and precious Privileges. One of the Daughters of godly Sorrow, is vehement desire.
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If it had not been for hopes of Restitution, his heart would have fallen into a deadly swond, Psal. 27.13. You find the People, 1 Sam. 7.2. lamenting after the Lord.
If it had not been for hope's of Restitution, his heart would have fallen into a deadly swond, Psalm 27.13. You find the People, 1 Sam. 7.2. lamenting After the Lord.
It is Junius his note upon the Text — Pios, qui tanto studio conventus sacri constringuntur, ut tantisper dum a Deo absunt sint in maerore & luctu — The Spirit of a good man under such a want, should be like that of Mephibosheth in Davids absence, 2 Sam. 19.24. Whilst David was driven out, he hath no mind of himself, nor of any thing he hath:
It is Junius his note upon the Text — Pios, qui tanto study conventus sacri constringuntur, ut tantisper dum a God absunt sint in maerore & luctu — The Spirit of a good man under such a want, should be like that of Mephibosheth in Davids absence, 2 Sam. 19.24. While David was driven out, he hath no mind of himself, nor of any thing he hath:
and before I give the Reasons that are couched in the Text, I shall only premise this, That I take it for granted, that by Solemn Assemblies, are meant all the Appendices of them;
and before I give the Reasons that Are couched in the Text, I shall only premise this, That I take it for granted, that by Solemn Assemblies, Are meant all the Appendices of them;
But because it is particulars that do affect, singularia pungunt, I shall a little open this Loss in two particulars — First, In the want of Assemblies, we want the Publick Worship.
But Because it is particulars that do affect, Singular pungunt, I shall a little open this Loss in two particulars — First, In the want of Assemblies, we want the Public Worship.
but Publick Worship is honoured by God to be the main Conveiance of Blessings. Publick Ordinances are the great Veins wherein the Blood of Christ runs, Psal. 128.5. Psal. 133.3. The Mount of Zion is the Mount of blessing.
but Public Worship is honoured by God to be the main Conveyance of Blessings. Public Ordinances Are the great veins wherein the Blood of christ runs, Psalm 128.5. Psalm 133.3. The Mount of Zion is the Mount of blessing.
There he commanded the Blessing. 1. There is Conviction, 1 Cor. 14.23, 24. 2. There is Conversion, Rom. 10.14. Private Means want not their Encouragements;
There he commanded the Blessing. 1. There is Conviction, 1 Cor. 14.23, 24. 2. There is Conversion, Rom. 10.14. Private Means want not their Encouragements;
The Comforts that are given in Assemblies, are most satisfactory; as things done in open Court, are most Authentick. Hannah, 1 Sam. 1.18. went away, and her countenance was no more sad.
The Comforts that Are given in Assemblies, Are most satisfactory; as things done in open Court, Are most Authentic. Hannah, 1 Sam. 1.18. went away, and her countenance was no more sad.
gives them Strength where he gave them Life, Psal. 84.7. Growth where he gave them truth of Grace. Psal. 92.13. To talk of over-thriving Ordinances, is a mistake: 'Tis decay, not thrift; 'tis death, not growth.
gives them Strength where he gave them Life, Psalm 84.7. Growth where he gave them truth of Grace. Psalm 92.13. To talk of over-thriving Ordinances, is a mistake: It's decay, not thrift; it's death, not growth.
Now can we part with such a Dorcas for good deeds, and such a Jonathan for pleasantness without sorrow? Can we suffer such a Right-hand to be cut off? such a Right-eye to be plucked out without grief? Shall such a Darling-Blessing dye unlamented? Thirdly, As Publick Worship is in the Heart of God,
Now can we part with such a Dorcas for good Deeds, and such a Johnathan for pleasantness without sorrow? Can we suffer such a Right-hand to be Cut off? such a Right-eye to be plucked out without grief? Shall such a Darling-Blessing die unlamented? Thirdly, As Public Worship is in the Heart of God,
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and in the hearts of his People, so Publick Worship is that which all need, be their personal Abilities, be their private Helps what they will. (1.) All need it.
and in the hearts of his People, so Public Worship is that which all need, be their personal Abilities, be their private Helps what they will. (1.) All need it.
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'Tis well noted, That the Ministry of the Word, or rather the Ministers of the Word, are set forth by common Blessings, such as are Light, and Salt, and Harvest-men, Bread;
It's well noted, That the Ministry of the Word, or rather the Ministers of the Word, Are Set forth by Common Blessings, such as Are Light, and Salt, and Harvest men, Bred;
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Ministers are both God's and mans Remembrancers, Isa. 62.6. 2 Pet. 1.12, 13. The want of them turns our Palaces into Hell for Darkness and Prophaness,
Ministers Are both God's and men Remembrancers, Isaiah 62.6. 2 Pet. 1.12, 13. The want of them turns our Palaces into Hell for Darkness and Profaneness,
We that have had so much a do to get or keep any life or sence, what shall we do when we want those Rubbings, Chasings, Joggs, Wheels, Quicknings, that we have had in the publick Ordinances?
We that have had so much a do to get or keep any life or sense, what shall we do when we want those Rubbings, Chasings, Jogs, Wheels, Quickenings, that we have had in the public Ordinances?
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Read and apply to this present purpose, that speech which your dying, dead Ministers may use to you, Deut. 31.27. Mutatis mutandis. For I know thy Rebellion and thy Stiff-neck:
Read and apply to this present purpose, that speech which your dying, dead Ministers may use to you, Deuteronomy 31.27. Mutatis mutandis. For I know thy Rebellion and thy Stiff-neck:
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It is a choice observation of a Man of God, now with God, a Man mighty in the Scriptures, concerning David, that though he was a Man of Excellent Gifts, a Prophet, a Pen-man of Scripture:
It is a choice observation of a Man of God, now with God, a Man mighty in the Scriptures, Concerning David, that though he was a Man of Excellent Gifts, a Prophet, a Penman of Scripture:
You have his Character and Portraiture, in 2 Sam. 23.1, 2. A man of incomparable Abilities, vast Experiences, singular Integrity, A man after God's own heart;
You have his Character and Portraiture, in 2 Sam. 23.1, 2. A man of incomparable Abilities, vast Experiences, singular Integrity, A man After God's own heart;
if not alwayes, an extraordinary 〈 … 〉 to be his Chaplain, even God, 1 Sam. 22.5. 〈 … 〉 had likewise Abiathar a Priest, to enquire of 〈 … 〉 h•m, 1 Sam. 23.9.
if not always, an extraordinary 〈 … 〉 to be his Chaplain, even God, 1 Sam. 22.5. 〈 … 〉 had likewise Abiathar a Priest, to inquire of 〈 … 〉 h•m, 1 Sam. 23.9.
All private helps may say to the publick Ordinances, as Gideon to the men of Ephraim, Judg. 8.2. What have I done in comparison of you? Lay all this together:
All private helps may say to the public Ordinances, as gideon to the men of Ephraim, Judges 8.2. What have I done in comparison of you? Lay all this together:
Cain going from that quarter of the World where God had his Church, is said to go from the Presence of the Lord, Gen. 4.14, 16. Is it nothing to be without God in the World? Is it nothing to be deprived of the sight of his Goings in the Sanctuary? Is it nothing to want his Walks amongst his Candlesticks? Seemeth it a small thing to us to stand under Suspension? Did Mary weep when she supposed they had taken away her Lord? John 20.13. and shall not we when our Lord is clearly withdrawing himself? Will a departing God fetch never a tear? Depart from me will make weeping, wailing and gnashing of teeth;
Cain going from that quarter of the World where God had his Church, is said to go from the Presence of the Lord, Gen. 4.14, 16. Is it nothing to be without God in the World? Is it nothing to be deprived of the sighed of his Goings in the Sanctuary? Is it nothing to want his Walks among his Candlesticks? Seems it a small thing to us to stand under Suspension? Did Marry weep when she supposed they had taken away her Lord? John 20.13. and shall not we when our Lord is clearly withdrawing himself? Will a departing God fetch never a tear? Depart from me will make weeping, wailing and gnashing of teeth;
to lose so many faithful Guides that were as Eyes to us in the Wilderness of this world? Oh to want their Counsels, their Comforts, the Fruit of their Studies, Temptations, Intelligence from Heaven.
to loose so many faithful Guides that were as Eyes to us in the Wilderness of this world? O to want their Counsels, their Comforts, the Fruit of their Studies, Temptations, Intelligence from Heaven.
God shews his Condescentions to his People when they twist their Prayers, and with one consent stir up themselves to take hold on him, and hang upon him.
God shows his Condescensions to his People when they twist their Prayers, and with one consent stir up themselves to take hold on him, and hang upon him.
what a sad world is it when it is broken up! Read Eccles. 4.9, 10, 11, 12. Heb. 10.24, 25. especially Psal. 42.4. In that Psal. 42.4. you may see what our frame ought to be under this Loss;
what a sad world is it when it is broken up! Read Eccles. 4.9, 10, 11, 12. Hebrew 10.24, 25. especially Psalm 42.4. In that Psalm 42.4. you may see what our frame ought to be under this Loss;
When I remember these things, I pour out my soul in me, for I had gone with the Multitude, I went with them to the House of God with the Voice of Joy and Praise, with a Multitude that kept Holy-day.
When I Remember these things, I pour out my soul in me, for I had gone with the Multitude, I went with them to the House of God with the Voice of Joy and Praise, with a Multitude that kept Holiday.
4. A special and main help of the Sanctification of the Lord's Day. The seventh day is the Sabbath of rest, an holy Convocation, Lev. 23.3. the Sabbath is the Meeting day for God's People, Meeting to Hear, to Pray, to Praise, to receive the Supper;
4. A special and main help of the Sanctification of the Lord's Day. The seventh day is the Sabbath of rest, an holy Convocation, Lev. 23.3. the Sabbath is the Meeting day for God's People, Meeting to Hear, to Pray, to Praise, to receive the Supper;
And doth not that loss cal for tears, that makes way for the breach of a Commandment, at which Religion in its Power and Peace will go out? Reade Jer. 17. from ver. 19. to the end.
And does not that loss call for tears, that makes Way for the breach of a Commandment, At which Religion in its Power and Peace will go out? Reade Jer. 17. from ver. 19. to the end.
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(2.) In the want of Assemblies, we want our highest imployments, we are taken off from Angelical work, Nehem. 9.6. The Host of Heaven worshippeth thee.
(2.) In the want of Assemblies, we want our highest employments, we Are taken off from Angelical work, Nehemiah 9.6. The Host of Heaven Worshippeth thee.
for Prayer somthing hath been hinted, and for Praise, (like Musick) it is most melodious when it consort. Psal. 107.32. Let th m Exalt him also in the Congregation of the People, and Praise him in the Assembly of the Elders, Psal. 111.1.
for Prayer something hath been hinted, and for Praise, (like Music) it is most melodious when it consort. Psalm 107.32. Let th m Exalt him also in the Congregation of the People, and Praise him in the Assembly of the Elders, Psalm 111.1.
There is a sweet savour goes up to Heaven with Prayers and Praises that come from Assemblies; as seems to be hinted in that expression, in Amos. 5.21. I will not smell in your Solemn Assemblies.
There is a sweet savour Goes up to Heaven with Prayers and Praises that come from Assemblies; as seems to be hinted in that expression, in Amos. 5.21. I will not smell in your Solemn Assemblies.
God is fallen out with a People, when he cannot away with their calling of Assemblies; and the Solemn Meeting is a grievance, as some reade that Text, Isa. 1.13. — (2.) In these Solemn Assemblies the extraordinary imployment of Christians is most acceptable, such as is Fasting and Prayer, not to mention holy Feasting & Thanksgiving.
God is fallen out with a People, when he cannot away with their calling of Assemblies; and the Solemn Meeting is a grievance, as Some read that Text, Isaiah 1.13. — (2.) In these Solemn Assemblies the extraordinary employment of Christians is most acceptable, such as is Fasting and Prayer, not to mention holy Feasting & Thanksgiving.
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Prayers in Assemblies help at dead lifts, and in extraordinary cases. Samuel will have Israel gathered to Mispah when he prayes for them, 1 Sam 7.5. Gather your selves together, &c. Zeph. 2.1. Sanctifie a Fast, Call a Solemn Assemblie, Joel 2.14. Christ gives order to his Disciples to continue together embodied, sending out their Supplications, Acts 1.4, 14. and you see the Spirit came down upon them when assembled, Acts 2.1, 2. The Law was given upon the day of the Assemblie, Deut. 9.10. and 10.4. and 18.16. Peter was thrown into a Meeting, though a private Meeting, Acts 12.11. God gives his special Boons of Favour to his People in Assemblies. (3.) In these Solemn Assemblies it is that men are set on work:
Prayers in Assemblies help At dead lifts, and in extraordinary cases. Samuel will have Israel gathered to Mizpah when he prays for them, 1 Same 7.5. Gather your selves together, etc. Zephaniah 2.1. Sanctify a Fast, Call a Solemn Assembly, Joel 2.14. christ gives order to his Disciples to continue together embodied, sending out their Supplications, Acts 1.4, 14. and you see the Spirit Come down upon them when assembled, Acts 2.1, 2. The Law was given upon the day of the Assembly, Deuteronomy 9.10. and 10.4. and 18.16. Peter was thrown into a Meeting, though a private Meeting, Acts 12.11. God gives his special Boons of Favour to his People in Assemblies. (3.) In these Solemn Assemblies it is that men Are Set on work:
but now when the light is gone, then may the People keep holy-day, as some render that Text, Feriabitur Populus, Where no Vision is, Prov. 29.18. Markets will be full of persons standing idle at all hours, because there is none to hire them.
but now when the Light is gone, then may the People keep holiday, as Some render that Text, Feriabitur Populus, Where no Vision is, Curae 29.18. Markets will be full of Persons standing idle At all hours, Because there is none to hire them.
David calls the Altar of God his exceeding joy, Psal. 43.3, 4. It is in the House of Prayer that God makes his People joyful, Isa. 56.7, 8. there God makes his People not only to eat,
David calls the Altar of God his exceeding joy, Psalm 43.3, 4. It is in the House of Prayer that God makes his People joyful, Isaiah 56.7, 8. there God makes his People not only to eat,
O what a Feast of fat things is the Supper of the Lord, wherein we have opportunity to thrust our hands into the Side of Christ, to feel what work sin hath made there,
O what a Feast of fat things is the Supper of the Lord, wherein we have opportunity to thrust our hands into the Side of christ, to feel what work since hath made there,
What is a well-furnished house without windows and light? what is a ceiled house if Gods House lie waste? what are garners full of all manner of store,
What is a well-furnished house without windows and Light? what is a ceiled house if God's House lie waste? what Are garners full of all manner of store,
if we have not the treasure that is in earthen vessels? Happy is that People whose God is the LORD, Psal. 144.12, 13, 14. Now where God is a Peoples God, He will set his Sanctuary in the midst of them, and his Tabernacle shall be with them, as in Ezek. 37.26, 27. We are as it were without God,
if we have not the treasure that is in earthen vessels? Happy is that People whose God is the LORD, Psalm 144.12, 13, 14. Now where God is a Peoples God, He will Set his Sanctuary in the midst of them, and his Tabernacle shall be with them, as in Ezekiel 37.26, 27. We Are as it were without God,
the Land of Canaan is in an especial manner in Scripture called the Land of the living, (as some think) in regard of the Ordinances. Moller on Psal. 27.13. A Land dyes when the Ordinances go, the soul of a Kingdom is gone, the People live as it were among the Tombs;
the Land of Canaan is in an especial manner in Scripture called the Land of the living, (as Some think) in regard of the Ordinances. Moller on Psalm 27.13. A Land dies when the Ordinances go, the soul of a Kingdom is gone, the People live as it were among the Tombs;
and should not this make our houses, houses of mourning? What a cry in Egypt, when death was in every house? Should not the Mourners go about the streets when the Life of our lives is gone? should the Word of Life depart unlamented?
and should not this make our houses, houses of mourning? What a cry in Egypt, when death was in every house? Should not the Mourners go about the streets when the Life of our lives is gone? should the Word of Life depart unlamented?
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(4.) In the want of Assemblies we are deprived of our richest Ornaments: These are our Crowns, Rev. 12.1. Lam. 5.16. The Crown is fallen from our head.
(4.) In the want of Assemblies we Are deprived of our Richest Ornament: These Are our Crowns, Rev. 12.1. Lam. 5.16. The Crown is fallen from our head.
The Ark is called the glory of Israel; and the same thing is called Glory and Assembly, Isa. 4.5. Good Order (which is a beautiful thing) will not long stay after God's Ordinances are gone;
The Ark is called the glory of Israel; and the same thing is called Glory and Assembly, Isaiah 4.5. Good Order (which is a beautiful thing) will not long stay After God's Ordinances Are gone;
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It was at Jerusalem, where the Temple was, that the Thrones of Judgment were, Psal. 122.5. It is the Grace of God bringing Salvation, that teacheth men Piety, Sobriety, and Righteousness:
It was At Jerusalem, where the Temple was, that the Thrones of Judgement were, Psalm 122.5. It is the Grace of God bringing Salvation, that Teaches men Piety, Sobriety, and Righteousness:
The Christian Regiments that could joyn in Prayer, that were a Church as well as a Band, they were called Thundring Regiments. How may it be said of Assemblies,
The Christian Regiments that could join in Prayer, that were a Church as well as a Band, they were called Thundering Regiments. How may it be said of Assemblies,
The Churches Lamentation is some mens Jubilee: Israel is a derision to Moab, and they even skip for joy, Jer. 48.26. Enemies at such time are either Rabshakahs or Ishmaels. God's People are at such times much lashed with the scourge of tongues.
The Churches Lamentation is Some men's Jubilee: Israel is a derision to Moab, and they even skip for joy, Jer. 48.26. Enemies At such time Are either Rabshakahs or Ishmaels. God's People Are At such times much lashed with the scourge of tongues.
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1. The Masters of Assemblies are reproached. (So are Ministers called, Eccles. 12.11.) They have shot many a keen Arrow of Reproof out of the Bow of Ordinances,
1. The Masters of Assemblies Are reproached. (So Are Ministers called, Eccles. 12.11.) They have shot many a keen Arrow of Reproof out of the Bow of Ordinances,
they look upon them with as much content, as she did upon John Baptists head. Jeremiah makes it part of his Lamentation, The vengeance, lips, reproach of adversaries;
they look upon them with as much content, as she did upon John Baptists head. Jeremiah makes it part of his Lamentation, The vengeance, lips, reproach of Adversaries;
The Jews when this calamity befel them, bore the shame of the Heathen, Ezek. 36.4, 5, 6. Consider and behold our Reproach, Lam. 5.1. The holiness of God's Peoples lives have bitten bad men many a time, and now they will pay them for it in talking to the grief of them whom God hath wounded.
The jews when this calamity befell them, boar the shame of the Heathen, Ezekiel 36.4, 5, 6. Consider and behold our Reproach, Lam. 5.1. The holiness of God's Peoples lives have bitten bad men many a time, and now they will pay them for it in talking to the grief of them whom God hath wounded.
They did deride their former observation of a Sabbath, and the present cessation of it, but especially at their former religious observation of it, as if it was lost time.
They did deride their former observation of a Sabbath, and the present cessation of it, but especially At their former religious observation of it, as if it was lost time.
Reade Psal. 80.5, 6. Have we so far provoked God to withdraw from us, that enemies have occasion given them to say, Where is our God? and should not tears be our meat? should it not be as a sword in our bones? Reade Psal. 42.3 — 10. Pray consider, Is not Reproach a burden in it self? But further, this Reproach is and hath been most burthensome to God's People,
Reade Psalm 80.5, 6. Have we so Far provoked God to withdraw from us, that enemies have occasion given them to say, Where is our God? and should not tears be our meat? should it not be as a sword in our bones? Reade Psalm 42.3 — 10. Pray Consider, Is not Reproach a burden in it self? But further, this Reproach is and hath been most burdensome to God's People,
His Truth, his People, and his Worship; and all these are under such Providences grievously reproached. 2. The strokes that are immediately given them, do ultimately reflect upon God, cast dirt upon him, Isa. 52.5. My Name is continually every day blasphemed.
His Truth, his People, and his Worship; and all these Are under such Providences grievously reproached. 2. The Strokes that Are immediately given them, do ultimately reflect upon God, cast dirt upon him, Isaiah 52.5. My Name is continually every day blasphemed.
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Would we know what the Word did whilst we had it? how do we carry under the want of it? Are we (as Rachel ) weeping because our Solemn Assemblies are not? The Godly among the Jews, are described not only as Mourners in Zion, but Mourners for Zion, Isa. 61.3. Isa. 66.10.
Would we know what the Word did while we had it? how do we carry under the want of it? are we (as Rachel) weeping Because our Solemn Assemblies Are not? The Godly among the jews, Are described not only as Mourners in Zion, but Mourners for Zion, Isaiah 61.3. Isaiah 66.10.
By this means, whilst any of us shall want the visible tokens of God's Presence amongst us, we shall have an unquestionable token of his Presence in us;
By this means, while any of us shall want the visible tokens of God's Presence among us, we shall have an unquestionable token of his Presence in us;
Roas. 4. Fourth and last Reason is, Because God will gather such as are sorrowful for the Solemn Assemblies. Which Promise hath much in it; 1. Preservation in dispersions.
Roas. 4. Fourth and last Reason is, Because God will gather such as Are sorrowful for the Solemn Assemblies. Which Promise hath much in it; 1. Preservation in dispersions.
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not as if all the mourners were preserved, but many mourners were, and none but such have any ground to expect it. 2. It notes Restauration after their Dispersions. 1. They shall meet in their own place and places again:
not as if all the mourners were preserved, but many mourners were, and none but such have any ground to expect it. 2. It notes Restauration After their Dispersions. 1. They shall meet in their own place and places again:
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No matter how far removed, though cast out to the uttermost part of Heaven, God will gather thence; Nehem. 1.9. He will bring them from the East, and gather them from the West;
No matter how Far removed, though cast out to the uttermost part of Heaven, God will gather thence; Nehemiah 1.9. He will bring them from the East, and gather them from the West;
I will gather and bring to their Folds, Jer. 23.4. I will feed them upon the Mountains of Israel in a good and fat Pasture, Ezek. 34.12, 13, 14. God will build Jerusalem, and gather together the Out-casts of Israel, Psal. 147.2. They shall take down their Harps, and have a naile in God's holy place. 3. Nay, this Gathering implies some Restitution for the losses of their Mercies.
I will gather and bring to their Folds, Jer. 23.4. I will feed them upon the Mountains of Israel in a good and fat Pasture, Ezekiel 34.12, 13, 14. God will built Jerusalem, and gather together the Outcasts of Israel, Psalm 147.2. They shall take down their Harps, and have a nail in God's holy place. 3. Nay, this Gathering Implies Some Restitution for the losses of their mercies.
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As (1.) There shall be more purity in Ordinances than formerly. They shall not defile themselves any more with their Idols, nor detestable things, Ezek. 37.23.
As (1.) There shall be more purity in Ordinances than formerly. They shall not defile themselves any more with their Idols, nor detestable things, Ezekiel 37.23.
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I will assemble her that halteth, and gather her that is driven out, and the Lord shall reign over them in Mount Zion from henceforth even for ever, Mich. 4.6, 7. (4.) More Condescention and larger Testimonies of his Acceptation.
I will assemble her that halteth, and gather her that is driven out, and the Lord shall Reign over them in Mount Zion from henceforth even for ever, Mich. 4.6, 7. (4.) More Condescension and larger Testimonies of his Acceptation.
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and gather you out of the Countryes wherein you have been scattered, Ezek. 20.40, 41. Neither will I hide my face any more from them, Ezek. 39.29. (5.) More Unity.
and gather you out of the Countries wherein you have been scattered, Ezekiel 20.40, 41. Neither will I hide my face any more from them, Ezekiel 39.29. (5.) More Unity.
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I will gather them, and make them one Nation, and they shall be no more two Nations, Ezek. 37.21, 22. And I will give them one heart, as in Ezek. 11.19.
I will gather them, and make them one nation, and they shall be no more two nations, Ezekiel 37.21, 22. And I will give them one heart, as in Ezekiel 11.19.
Be no more a prey to Heathens, but dwell safely; as in Ezek. 34.27. Then will God undoe all that afflict them, Zephan. 3.19. God will raise up his Hedge of Protection much higher. (7.) More Honour and Reputation.
Be no more a prey to heathens, but dwell safely; as in Ezekiel 34.27. Then will God undo all that afflict them, Zephaniah. 3.19. God will raise up his Hedge of Protection much higher. (7.) More Honour and Reputation.
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Will make them a Name and a Praise among all people of the Earth, Zephan. 3.19, 20 For your shame you shall have double, Isa. 61.7. Oh what Sheaves are here!
Will make them a Name and a Praise among all people of the Earth, Zephaniah. 3.19, 20 For your shame you shall have double, Isaiah 61.7. O what Sheaves Are Here!
or to gather you into any unlawful Assemblies, upon the account of the loss of your Solemn Assemblies; of Conventicles (truly so called) i.e. Meetings to plot Disturbance to the State.
or to gather you into any unlawful Assemblies, upon the account of the loss of your Solemn Assemblies; of Conventicles (truly so called) i.e. Meetings to plot Disturbance to the State.
and we hope in our Practice never to teach you to forget it. God admonished this People against all discontented and seditious Practices during the Captivity.
and we hope in our Practice never to teach you to forget it. God admonished this People against all discontented and seditious Practices during the Captivity.
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Oh that God, who hath stopped the upper Springs, would open the nether Springs. It is for our Rebellions that we dwell in a dry Land, Psal. 68.6. Do not smite with the hand.
O that God, who hath stopped the upper Springs, would open the neither Springs. It is for our Rebellions that we dwell in a dry Land, Psalm 68.6. Do not smite with the hand.
When God hath softened our hearts by his sweet Grace, he can, and will, if he see it best, tender the hearts of our Superiours to pitty us, by his most powerful Providence.
When God hath softened our hearts by his sweet Grace, he can, and will, if he see it best, tender the hearts of our Superiors to pity us, by his most powerful Providence.
or at least some of them, Solemn Assemblies, & Church Assemblies; though perchance in my eye, they may want something of that Solemnity, Majesty, Purity and Power, which I and you could desire they had.
or At least Some of them, Solemn Assemblies, & Church Assemblies; though perchance in my eye, they may want something of that Solemnity, Majesty, Purity and Power, which I and you could desire they had.
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and so whilst we decline one Rock, we split our selves upon another. Remember the old Non-conformists, were equal enemies to Superstition and Separation.
and so while we decline one Rock, we split our selves upon Another. remember the old nonconformists, were equal enemies to Superstition and Separation.
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Now me-thinks if it was a True Church, notwithstanding some supposed Corruptions retained, it should be to still, notwithstanding those by some reputed Corruptions returned:
Now methinks if it was a True Church, notwithstanding Some supposed Corruptions retained, it should be to still, notwithstanding those by Some reputed Corruptions returned:
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We have still that Doctrine professed; we have still those fundamental Ordinances maintained. And methinks, where a Church, as to the main, keeps the Form of found Words,
We have still that Doctrine professed; we have still those fundamental Ordinances maintained. And methinks, where a Church, as to the main, keeps the From of found Words,
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He that abides in the Doctrine of Christ, hath both the Father & the Son. It may be some may think that these Times that are gone over us, have left an obligation upon us in an orderly, peaceable way to endeavour Reformation.
He that abides in the Doctrine of christ, hath both the Father & the Son. It may be Some may think that these Times that Are gone over us, have left an obligation upon us in an orderly, peaceable Way to endeavour Reformation.
but this I am sure of, they have withal brought forth many sad warnings against separation in the sad Apostacies, both in judgment and practise, which many of that generation of men have been left unto.
but this I am sure of, they have withal brought forth many sad Warnings against separation in the sad Apostasies, both in judgement and practice, which many of that generation of men have been left unto.
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let that which upon good grounds you judge a corruption, have that work upon you, which Peninnahs provocations had upon Hannah, make you weep sore and pour out your hearts before God:
let that which upon good grounds you judge a corruption, have that work upon you, which Peninnahs provocations had upon Hannah, make you weep soar and pour out your hearts before God:
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You may be warm (though in a colder air and room, than you have formerly been) if you will but put on more cloaths before you come. 5. Watch your hearts more narrowly,
You may be warm (though in a colder air and room, than you have formerly been) if you will but put on more clothes before you come. 5. Watch your hearts more narrowly,
let us mourn after a Godly manner who are the Inhabitants of Zion, because the channels of comfort that have releived our souls are gon, or going far from us.
let us mourn After a Godly manner who Are the Inhabitants of Zion, Because the channels of Comfort that have relieved our Souls Are gone, or going Far from us.
Jeremiah puts this into his Lamentation, that God had violently taken away his Tabemacle, as of a garden, He hath destroied his places of Assembly, The Lord hath caused the solemn Feasts,
Jeremiah puts this into his Lamentation, that God had violently taken away his Tabernacle, as of a garden, He hath destroyed his places of Assembly, The Lord hath caused the solemn Feasts,
and Sabbaths to be forgotten in Zion, Lam. 2.6. Mercies use to be most lovely when they have their backs upon us, and we best see the worth in the want of our Mercies [ Bona a tergo formosissima.
and Sabbaths to be forgotten in Zion, Lam. 2.6. mercies use to be most lovely when they have their backs upon us, and we best see the worth in the want of our mercies [ Bona a tergo formosissima.
Ʋirtutem incolumen odimus, sublatam exocculis quaerimus invidi ] Give me leave to strike your Hearts, as Moses the Rock, with a few quickening Questions.
Ʋirtutem incolumen odimus, sublatam exocculis Seeking invidi ] Give me leave to strike your Hearts, as Moses the Rock, with a few quickening Questions.
Though the Jew was the elder Brother, it is the Ch••••an that hath the Fatted-Calfe, The double Portion, •ow far do Ezekiels measures exceed Solomons, or Z••ubbabels work;
Though the Jew was the elder Brother, it is the Ch••••an that hath the Fatted-Calfe, The double Portion, •ow Far do Ezekiel's measures exceed Solomons, or Z••ubbabels work;
the Temple of the Christian Church ••rely he aimes at. We may say of Gospel Ordin•••es as Jacob of himself, Gen. 49.26. The blessings of them have prevailed above the blessings of their Progenitors.
the Temple of the Christian Church ••rely he aims At. We may say of Gospel Ordin•••es as Jacob of himself, Gen. 49.26. The blessings of them have prevailed above the blessings of their Progenitors.
Theirs were but carnal ordinances comparatively, Heb. 9.10. and the least Christian Assembly, (as Christ said of John the Baptist) is greater than they.
Theirs were but carnal ordinances comparatively, Hebrew 9.10. and the least Christian Assembly, (as christ said of John the Baptist) is greater than they.
Answ. There are many but too bold in their calculations; its well if they be any better than those in Jer. 27.16. that set a short period to the Captivity of the Sanctuary-Vessels, but they lied and were good for nothing but to feed presumption;
Answer There Are many but too bold in their calculations; its well if they be any better than those in Jer. 27.16. that Set a short Period to the Captivity of the Sanctuary-Vessels, but they lied and were good for nothing but to feed presumption;
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it is said, The time was long and they lamented after the Lord, 1 Sam. 7.2. [ Mercies, long ere they are attained, little improved when they are compassed, it may well be (as one said of faithful Friends) uncertain when they will return. ]
it is said, The time was long and they lamented After the Lord, 1 Sam. 7.2. [ mercies, long ere they Are attained, little improved when they Are compassed, it may well be (as one said of faithful Friends) uncertain when they will return. ]
Answ. Did not this Peoples Mercies come back swiming in their Tears? Reade Jer. 31.8, 9. and 50.4. They shall come with weeping, and they shall come going, and weeping.
Answer Did not this Peoples mercies come back swimming in their Tears? Reade Jer. 31.8, 9. and 50.4. They shall come with weeping, and they shall come going, and weeping.
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Quest. 4. Should they return and not find us in Tears for their absence, would they not be joyless and comfortless Mercies? Can the Harvest be joyful to any but them that have sown in Tears?
Quest. 4. Should they return and not find us in Tears for their absence, would they not be joyless and comfortless mercies? Can the Harvest be joyful to any but them that have sown in Tears?
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Answ. God calls the Mourners of This People to rejoyce with her, Isa. 66.10. Rejoyce ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her [ but who? ] all ye that love her;
Answer God calls the Mourners of This People to rejoice with her, Isaiah 66.10. Rejoice you with Jerusalem, and be glad with her [ but who? ] all you that love her;
and rejoyce for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her. God tells this People, Zech. 8.19. that their several Fasts shall be turned into joyful Feasts: the Women that are called to the Travel, are bidden to the Up-sitting and to the Feast;
and rejoice for joy with her, all you that mourn for her. God tells this People, Zechariah 8.19. that their several Fasts shall be turned into joyful Feasts: the Women that Are called to the Travel, Are bidden to the Upsitting and to the Feast;
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the Tide will be according to the Ebb. The tidings that Joseph was not, was so lamentable, that the news of Josephs being alive was abundantly more reviving.
the Tide will be according to the Ebb. The tidings that Joseph was not, was so lamentable, that the news of Josephs being alive was abundantly more reviving.
but by the strength of our afflictions in the removal of a thing? When I see a careless Soul or People under such a bitter dispensation, methinks I have occasion to say to them as the Apostle to the Galatians, chap. 4.15.
but by the strength of our afflictions in the removal of a thing? When I see a careless Soul or People under such a bitter Dispensation, methinks I have occasion to say to them as the Apostle to the Galatians, chap. 4.15.
The returned Ark was a gladsome sight to the men of Bethshemesh, 2 Sam. 6.13, 19. but they not knowing how to use it, it was almost as ill a neighbour to them as to the Philistines: Probably they had the People after the Lord is not mentioned till the next chapter, 1 Sam. 7.2. The Word to unhumbled hearts is as the Seed to unbroken ground, it is thrown away and not sowed.
The returned Ark was a gladsome sighed to the men of Bethshemesh, 2 Sam. 6.13, 19. but they not knowing how to use it, it was almost as ill a neighbour to them as to the philistines: Probably they had the People After the Lord is not mentioned till the next chapter, 1 Sam. 7.2. The Word to unhumbled hearts is as the Seed to unbroken ground, it is thrown away and not sowed.
No feet so fit to stand in Jerusalems Courts, as theirs that in their wanderings have been putting Tears into God's Bottle; as David did, Psal. 56.8. Tenderey'd Leah was fruitful.
No feet so fit to stand in Jerusalems Courts, as theirs that in their wanderings have been putting Tears into God's Bottle; as David did, Psalm 56.8. Tendereyed Leah was fruitful.
If ever God delight in us, and our poor Assemblies be married again, if ever Hephzibah and Beulah be writ upon us, instead of Forsaken; as I may allude to Isa. 62.4. Quest. 7. Are there not many things that may shame us for (and O that they might shame us out of) our senslesness upon this account? As first, Are there not those that mourn for want of their Idolatries? Can we not find Women weeping for Tammuz, Ezek. 8.14.
If ever God delight in us, and our poor Assemblies be married again, if ever Hephzibah and Beulah be writ upon us, instead of Forsaken; as I may allude to Isaiah 62.4. Quest. 7. are there not many things that may shame us for (and Oh that they might shame us out of) our senselessness upon this account? As First, are there not those that mourn for want of their Idolatries? Can we not find Women weeping for Tammuz, Ezekiel 8.14.
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Can we not reade of Micah taking on for the loss of his gods and his priest? Judg. 18.23, 24. and what, no Tears for our present loss of Worship and God? Will not a Fathers seeming to bid some of our places farewel, make us mourn? Do we not reade of those that have committed Fornication,
Can we not read of micah taking on for the loss of his God's and his priest? Judges 18.23, 24. and what, no Tears for our present loss of Worship and God? Will not a Father's seeming to bid Some of our places farewell, make us mourn? Do we not read of those that have committed Fornication,
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and lived Deliciously with Babylon, that they shall lament and bewail her? Rev. 18.9. and shall not we that have tasted of the fatness of God's House bemoan our loss? 2 dly. Are there not those to be found that have mourned for want of their wicked meetings? what a prison is many a Drunkards house to him? what lowings of heart after them under any restraints? It is said in Isa. 24.11. There is a cry for wine in the streets, all joy is darkned, the mirth of the Land is gone, or as some translate, is gone into Captivity. Mirth is gone with the liquor.
and lived Deliciously with Babylon, that they shall lament and bewail her? Rev. 18.9. and shall not we that have tasted of the fatness of God's House bemoan our loss? 2 dly. are there not those to be found that have mourned for want of their wicked meetings? what a prison is many a Drunkards house to him? what lowings of heart After them under any restraints? It is said in Isaiah 24.11. There is a cry for wine in the streets, all joy is darkened, the mirth of the Land is gone, or as Some translate, is gone into Captivity. Mirth is gone with the liquour.
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And what, shall there be no cry for Ordinances that have run the pure blood of the Grape? shall true good-fellowship have no more mourners for the loss of it? 3 dly. Will not the want of trading fill many mouths with complaints,
And what, shall there be no cry for Ordinances that have run the pure blood of the Grape? shall true good-fellowship have no more mourners for the loss of it? 3 dly. Will not the want of trading fill many mouths with complaints,
Physicians, Lawyers, wise Neighbours, faithful Friends? O Sirs, what can be more missed than Ordinances? what Physitians, Comforters and Counsellors have they been to us? how many a time had we been at a loss if not the Ordinances to go to!
Physicians, Lawyers, wise Neighbours, faithful Friends? O Sirs, what can be more missed than Ordinances? what Physicians, Comforters and Counsellors have they been to us? how many a time had we been At a loss if not the Ordinances to go to!
I now pass on to the second part of my Errand, and that is to those that have, under this Losse, special and singular cause of mourning, &c. 1. Mourn you upon whom the Ordinances have been lost whilst they were amongst you. The best should mourn;
I now pass on to the second part of my Errand, and that is to those that have, under this Loss, special and singular cause of mourning, etc. 1. Mourn you upon whom the Ordinances have been lost while they were among you. The best should mourn;
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for who hath improved under Ordinances as they might? But how should they mourn that have been almost in all evil in the midst of the Congregation and Assembly? Prov. 5.14. Oh if any of us be yet on this side a Saving-change, as how many are!
for who hath improved under Ordinances as they might? But how should they mourn that have been almost in all evil in the midst of the Congregation and Assembly? Curae 5.14. O if any of us be yet on this side a Saving-change, as how many Are!
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Oh to have, for any thing you know, the Market done, and they that have sold Oyl, making their last calls to the Customers that have too long passed by, shutting up shop,
O to have, for any thing you know, the Market done, and they that have sold Oil, making their last calls to the Customers that have too long passed by, shutting up shop,
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The passing of Harvests, and the ending of Summers, is of them most to be lamented, that have cause to say, we are not saved, Jerem. 8.20. They have cause to use those words, in Jerem. 6.4. Wo unto us, for the Day goeth away, for the shadows of the Evening are stretched out.
The passing of Harvests, and the ending of Summer's, is of them most to be lamented, that have cause to say, we Are not saved, Jeremiah 8.20. They have cause to use those words, in Jeremiah 6.4. Woe unto us, for the Day Goes away, for the shadows of the Evening Are stretched out.
Mourn you from whom the Word is going in word, before it is come to you in power. 2dly. Mourn you that may in a more than ordinary manner look upon your selves as the Forfeiters of such Mercies, that have thrust them away.
Mourn you from whom the Word is going in word, before it is come to you in power. 2dly. Mourn you that may in a more than ordinary manner look upon your selves as the Forfeiters of such mercies, that have thrust them away.
How careless were you to feed besides the Shepherds tents? have ye not been as those that turn aside? have you not chosen corners rather than Assemblies? have you not listened to any body that hath said, Loe here is Christ? Oh! have not many of you turned under pretence of Corruptions of the Church, till you can see no Church at all in being? How many little petty Congregations set up,
How careless were you to feed beside the Shepherd's tents? have you not been as those that turn aside? have you not chosen corners rather than Assemblies? have you not listened to any body that hath said, Lo Here is christ? Oh! have not many of you turned under pretence of Corruptions of the Church, till you can see no Church At all in being? How many little Petty Congregations Set up,
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and Reforming Assemblies withdrawn from? Is it any wonder if so many Churches come to none? Is it any wonder if a Land in which there was so great a forsaking, find a great forsaking in the midst of the Land? Isa. 6.12. 'Tis high time to draw the Cloth, when the Table wants Guests, and to break up School when the Scholars come not at it.
and Reforming Assemblies withdrawn from? Is it any wonder if so many Churches come to none? Is it any wonder if a Land in which there was so great a forsaking, find a great forsaking in the midst of the Land? Isaiah 6.12. It's high time to draw the Cloth, when the Table Wants Guests, and to break up School when the Scholars come not At it.
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[ The Ministry that were your main burdens, God is easing you of many of them ] God is by this Dispensation (I think) confuting that wild Generation that cryed down the Ordinances;
[ The Ministry that were your main burdens, God is easing you of many of them ] God is by this Dispensation (I think) confuting that wild Generation that cried down the Ordinances;
you that have made some stir in your approaches to God in some Ordinances, as a Sacrament, &c. but have not put on the wedding Garment for all Ordinances, O mourn.
you that have made Some stir in your Approaches to God in Some Ordinances, as a Sacrament, etc. but have not put on the wedding Garment for all Ordinances, Oh mourn.
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our hearts have been elsewhere whilst in them, and no wonder if such a People know they had (Oh sad that it may be said they had!) a Prophet among them, Ezek. 33.31, 33. how have we lost our hearts in them!
our hearts have been elsewhere while in them, and no wonder if such a People know they had (O sad that it may be said they had!) a Prophet among them, Ezekiel 33.31, 33. how have we lost our hearts in them!
A learned Man, who is of opinion, That the Witnesses are not slain, saith, That the Reformed Churches shall be punished by taking away these Witnesses for a time, because they received them not according to the Dignity of their Embassage. See J•s Div. Minist. pag. 63. 3. Mourn you that have more than your selves to lose the Assemblies from.
A learned Man, who is of opinion, That the Witnesses Are not slave, Says, That the Reformed Churches shall be punished by taking away these Witnesses for a time, Because they received them not according to the Dignity of their Embassy. See J•s Div. Ministry. page. 63. 3. Mourn you that have more than your selves to loose the Assemblies from.
And it is a great help to a Minister, when Masters and Parents keep that in the eyes and ears of their Families all the week, that he delivers on the Lord's Day.
And it is a great help to a Minister, when Masters and Parents keep that in the eyes and ears of their Families all the Week, that he delivers on the Lord's Day.
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If you have any pitty for the souls of yours, it will be sad to you to think that you have in some measure sinned away the Ordinances from your selves and them.
If you have any pity for the Souls of yours, it will be sad to you to think that you have in Some measure sinned away the Ordinances from your selves and them.
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Let there be false worship, and they will learn to scoff by that time they have well learned to speak, 2 Kings 2.23, 24. 4. Mourn ye that are double losers in the loss of Assemblies. If any should be in Sackcloth, the Witnesses should.
Let there be false worship, and they will Learn to scoff by that time they have well learned to speak, 2 Kings 2.23, 24. 4. Mourn you that Are double losers in the loss of Assemblies. If any should be in sackcloth, the Witnesses should.
It is said of Tyrus, that the chief Mourners for her fall, shall be such as handle the Oare; The Marriners and Pilots shall wallow themselves in Ashes,
It is said of Tyre, that the chief Mourners for her fallen, shall be such as handle the Oar; The Mariners and Pilots shall wallow themselves in Ashes,
and cry bitterly, weep with bitterness of heart, and with a bitter wailing, Ezek. 27.29. In Egypts fall likewise, you find the principal Mourners are the Fishers; They shall mourn,
and cry bitterly, weep with bitterness of heart, and with a bitter wailing, Ezekiel 27.29. In Egypts fallen likewise, you find the principal Mourners Are the Fishers; They shall mourn,
who should mourn as the Children of the Bride-chamber, and Friends of the Bridegroom, when the Bridegroom (Mat. 9.15.) is taken from them? You have not only lost your livelihoods,
who should mourn as the Children of the Bridechamber, and Friends of the Bridegroom, when the Bridegroom (Mathew 9.15.) is taken from them? You have not only lost your livelihoods,
and not missing our works, nor lying at God's door so earnestly for work, as we should do. 5. It may be some of us have much ado not to grow more in Pride,
and not missing our works, nor lying At God's door so earnestly for work, as we should do. 5. It may be Some of us have much ado not to grow more in Pride,
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and find it no easie thing to be upon God's Errand, and not our own in our sufferings. 6. It may be some of us have a numerous Family, our Quiver full of Arrows,
and find it no easy thing to be upon God's Errand, and not our own in our sufferings. 6. It may be Some of us have a numerous Family, our Quiver full of Arrows,
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man seen in it will breed Wrath and Indignation; but when God is seen in it, that will work Humiliation. God will judge mens actions; let us judge our selves.
man seen in it will breed Wrath and Indignation; but when God is seen in it, that will work Humiliation. God will judge men's actions; let us judge our selves.
that may help to raise the waters, but take heed it be not the Head and Spring, Zech. 7.3.5. There were some of the Mourners and Weepers that God chargeth as doing it to themselves;
that may help to raise the waters, but take heed it be not the Head and Spring, Zechariah 7.3.5. There were Some of the Mourners and Weepers that God charges as doing it to themselves;
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3. Keep the Nether-Springs of sorrow open, whilst the Upper-Springs of Ordinances, those heavenly Bottles, seem to be stopped, or, as a Fountain sealed.
3. Keep the Nether-Springs of sorrow open, while the Upper-Springs of Ordinances, those heavenly Bottles, seem to be stopped, or, as a Fountain sealed.
My Tears, saith David, have been my meat, Psal. 42.3. Think of your spiritual refreshments when you sit down to meat, and make it appear, that we esteem the words of his mouth more than our necessary food, Job 23.12.
My Tears, Says David, have been my meat, Psalm 42.3. Think of your spiritual refreshments when you fit down to meat, and make it appear, that we esteem the words of his Mouth more than our necessary food, Job 23.12.
The word here in the Text notes habitual grieving. — If the departure of Ordinances be grievous, what is their long stay? Surely, the loss of Ordinances is like the loss of a good Husband,
The word Here in the Text notes habitual grieving. — If the departure of Ordinances be grievous, what is their long stay? Surely, the loss of Ordinances is like the loss of a good Husband,
4. Let our sorrow put us upon the lively exercise of Grace, and the more diligent use of all private Helps that may in any measure compensate this loss.
4. Let our sorrow put us upon the lively exercise of Grace, and the more diligent use of all private Helps that may in any measure compensate this loss.
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— 1. Set upon the too much neglected duties of personnal humiliations and family humiliations. Our publick losses call loud upon us for secret and private duties.
— 1. Set upon the too much neglected duties of personnal humiliations and family humiliations. Our public losses call loud upon us for secret and private duties.
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When the Disciples ( Luke 24.17, &c. ) were sad upon the loss of their Master, what profitable and edifying discourses have they? Away now with impertinances,
When the Disciples (Lycia 24.17, etc.) were sad upon the loss of their Master, what profitable and edifying discourses have they? Away now with impertinances,
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— 4. Be warming the meat you have by meditation, and beg the Spirit as a remembrancer, John 14.29. Chew the Cud now, love your Bibles, peruse other good books, bewail the slenderness of your store, considering your mighty wayes of trading.
— 4. Be warming the meat you have by meditation, and beg the Spirit as a remembrancer, John 14.29. Chew the Cud now, love your Bibles, peruse other good books, bewail the slenderness of your store, considering your mighty ways of trading.
Look upon it as a mighty engagement upon us, to watch against that in private and secret Worship, which we think makes the publick Worship less lovely in our eyes.
Look upon it as a mighty engagement upon us, to watch against that in private and secret Worship, which we think makes the public Worship less lovely in our eyes.
we have many fewer hands then we had to help on our work, and should ours be slothful? Our sails are many of them taken down, we had need to ply our oars. — 5. Sorrow into Humiliation, but not to Dejection.
we have many fewer hands then we had to help on our work, and should ours be slothful? Our sails Are many of them taken down, we had need to ply our oars. — 5. Sorrow into Humiliation, but not to Dejection.
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David wept, but withall he reasons with his soul; Why art thou cast down, O my soul? Psal. 42.4, 5, 11. and 43.5. Sorrow not as those that are without present staies, and future hopes. 1. As for present Stayes. O mourning soul!
David wept, but withal he Reasons with his soul; Why art thou cast down, Oh my soul? Psalm 42.4, 5, 11. and 43.5. Sorrow not as those that Are without present stays, and future hope's. 1. As for present Stays. O mourning soul!
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It is he that taught thee by them, and he can teach thee without them. Thou hast before seen cause to magnifie him, because he did All by the Instruments,
It is he that taught thee by them, and he can teach thee without them. Thou hast before seen cause to magnify him, Because he did All by the Instruments,
If you should be brought so low as to see no Temple, yet may you find a Temple in the Lamb, Rev. 21.22. Some think that Promise of God to this mourning People, Ezek. 11.16.
If you should be brought so low as to see no Temple, yet may you find a Temple in the Lamb, Rev. 21.22. some think that Promise of God to this mourning People, Ezekiel 11.16.
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2. As for future Hopes, there is room for an If I shall find favour in his eyes, 2 Sam. 15.25. The Prophet Ezekiel dare not conclude against dry bones living, Ezek. 37.3, 11, 12. The Text is a promise of gathering a mourning People. If it be asked;
2. As for future Hope's, there is room for an If I shall find favour in his eyes, 2 Sam. 15.25. The Prophet Ezekielem Dare not conclude against dry bones living, Ezekiel 37.3, 11, 12. The Text is a promise of gathering a mourning People. If it be asked;
May we apply such Promises? I Answer, Yes sure, we may, with giving God that liberty he hath reserved to himself, That he will either give us the very thing, or that which is equivolent.
May we apply such Promises? I Answer, Yes sure, we may, with giving God that liberty he hath reserved to himself, That he will either give us the very thing, or that which is Equivalent.
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What Peter saith of Scripture, [ There is no Scripture of private interpretation ] I may with a little change say of Scripture-Promises, they are not of private application.
What Peter Says of Scripture, [ There is no Scripture of private Interpretation ] I may with a little change say of Scripture-promises, they Are not of private application.
Act Faith therefore on this Promise, if God hath pricked thy heart, and fear not to conclude, that either God will find us a room in his House on Earth,
Act Faith Therefore on this Promise, if God hath pricked thy heart, and Fear not to conclude, that either God will find us a room in his House on Earth,
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O let us be sowing Goodness, and scattering Religion wherever we come, [ compare Acts 8.1, 4. with chap. 11.19. ] And pour out our hearts in those words, (with which the Jews conclude both in writing and in reading the Lamentations of Jeremiah ) in Lam. 5.21. wherewith I will conclude this mournful discourse, Turn thou us unto thee (O Lord) and we shall be turned:
O let us be sowing goodness, and scattering Religion wherever we come, [ compare Acts 8.1, 4. with chap. 11.19. ] And pour out our hearts in those words, (with which the jews conclude both in writing and in reading the Lamentations of Jeremiah) in Lam. 5.21. wherewith I will conclude this mournful discourse, Turn thou us unto thee (Oh Lord) and we shall be turned:
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THe Apostle having in the former part of this Chapter, given the Ephesians warning to avoid that Looseness, Prophaneness and Disorder in their lives and conversations, which would exclude them out of the Kingdom of Heaven:
THe Apostle having in the former part of this Chapter, given the Ephesians warning to avoid that Looseness, Profaneness and Disorder in their lives and conversations, which would exclude them out of the Kingdom of Heaven:
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In which words we have several things well worthy our consideration; As, 1. The Duty enjoyned, and that with a note of earnestness; See that ye walk circumspectly; q. d.
In which words we have several things well worthy our consideration; As, 1. The Duty enjoined, and that with a note of earnestness; See that you walk circumspectly; q. worser.
but I am confined (not self-confined as formerly, but by a necessity imposed upon me) I say, I am confined to such narrow straits of time, that though it be a Treasury of such precious Truths as deserves a long and serious view,
but I am confined (not self-confined as formerly, but by a necessity imposed upon me) I say, I am confined to such narrow straits of time, that though it be a Treasury of such precious Truths as deserves a long and serious view,
but because strictness is a thing that is every, where spoken against, the hardest task will be to perswade your wills and affections to embrace this Truth.
but Because strictness is a thing that is every, where spoken against, the Hardest task will be to persuade your wills and affections to embrace this Truth.
As soon as he made man in the world, he gave him a Rule to walk and live by, Gen. 2.16, 17. And as an Emblem of this spiritual Enclosure, he left not our first Parents to wander in the wide World,
As soon as he made man in the world, he gave him a Rule to walk and live by, Gen. 2.16, 17. And as an Emblem of this spiritual Enclosure, he left not our First Parents to wander in the wide World,
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For certainly there is not that man living under the Light of the Gospel, that dare assert, that swearing, cursing, lying, whoredom, drunkenness, fraud, hatred, pride, covetousness, hypocrisie, &c. are agreeable to the Rule of Christianity,
For Certainly there is not that man living under the Light of the Gospel, that Dare assert, that swearing, cursing, lying, whoredom, Drunkenness, fraud, hatred, pride, covetousness, hypocrisy, etc. Are agreeable to the Rule of Christianity,
And thus far the Consciences of the most debauched do frequently betray themselves, to their unspeakable horror upon their death beds, Rom. 2.15. Mat. 27.3, 4.
And thus Far the Consciences of the most debauched doe frequently betray themselves, to their unspeakable horror upon their death Beds, Rom. 2.15. Mathew 27.3, 4.
Observe therefore who they be that are most exact and circumspect, and order their Conversations with the greatest strictness according to the Rule of God's Word,
Observe Therefore who they be that Are most exact and circumspect, and order their Conversations with the greatest strictness according to the Rule of God's Word,
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and the Light of Nature, or cast off the undoubted Duties of God's Worship and Service, they are so far from being the best, that they are not at all good Christians.
and the Light of Nature, or cast off the undoubted Duties of God's Worship and Service, they Are so Far from being the best, that they Are not At all good Christians.
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yet by the Wickedness and Idolatry of his Conversation, he discovered the ••••nness of his heart and hypocrisie of his pretences, 2 King. 10.16. & 29.31. Use 2. Let us then be exhorted and perswaded to endeavour to walk exactly, and to order our Conversations in the strictest way of conformity to the Word of God.
yet by the Wickedness and Idolatry of his Conversation, he discovered the ••••nness of his heart and hypocrisy of his pretences, 2 King. 10.16. & 29.31. Use 2. Let us then be exhorted and persuaded to endeavour to walk exactly, and to order our Conversations in the Strictest Way of conformity to the Word of God.
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or if he be not guilty of any of these gross sins, yet to be a worldling, a neglecter of secret and family Duties, a despiser of Ordinances, a keeper of evil Company,
or if he be not guilty of any of these gross Sins, yet to be a worldling, a neglecter of secret and family Duties, a despiser of Ordinances, a keeper of evil Company,
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This is that very Rule which the Apostle gives the Ephesians in this Chapter, Ephes. 5.10.17. where he bids them, Prove what is ••cceptable to God, and to get understanding in the Will of the Lord, as without which they could never be so exact in their Conversations as they should:
This is that very Rule which the Apostle gives the Ephesians in this Chapter, Ephesians 5.10.17. where he bids them, Prove what is ••cceptable to God, and to get understanding in the Will of the Lord, as without which they could never be so exact in their Conversations as they should:
therefore improve all opportunities of knowing and understanding the Will & Word of God, that if you should ever want a faithful Minister to teach you,
Therefore improve all opportunities of knowing and understanding the Will & Word of God, that if you should ever want a faithful Minister to teach you,
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or should ever fall under the conduct of a blind Guide, that would lead you out of the way, Word of God, you may thereby be kept from being ensnared and taken in the error of the wicked, Psal. 119.11. and may know how to order your conversations with that exactness, as becomes those who are Christians in good earnest.
or should ever fallen under the conduct of a blind Guide, that would led you out of the Way, Word of God, you may thereby be kept from being Ensnared and taken in the error of the wicked, Psalm 119.11. and may know how to order your conversations with that exactness, as becomes those who Are Christians in good earnest.
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even the Word of God, Which is able to make the man of God perfect and wise to Salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15, 16, 17. 3. You must often compare your selves with the Rule.
even the Word of God, Which is able to make the man of God perfect and wise to Salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15, 16, 17. 3. You must often compare your selves with the Rule.
and shall not we much more (especially if we desire to be exact) make use of our Rules who are building for Eternity? A Rule is not to look upon, but to use;
and shall not we much more (especially if we desire to be exact) make use of our Rules who Are building for Eternity? A Rule is not to look upon, but to use;
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You have a Rule for your thoughts, shewing you that they must not be vain, Jer. 4.14. nor unclean, Job 31.1. nor blasphemous, Mat. 9.4. nor idolatrous, Acts 17.29. nor proud, Rom. 12.3. nor unmerciful and coveteous, Deut. 15.9. these and all other evil thoughts are to be forsaken, Isa. 55.7. and your thoughts must be sober and humble, Rom. 12.3. and exercised about those things that are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, and of good report, Phil. 4.8. in a word, every thought must be brought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.
You have a Rule for your thoughts, showing you that they must not be vain, Jer. 4.14. nor unclean, Job 31.1. nor blasphemous, Mathew 9.4. nor idolatrous, Acts 17.29. nor proud, Rom. 12.3. nor unmerciful and covetous, Deuteronomy 15.9. these and all other evil thoughts Are to be forsaken, Isaiah 55.7. and your thoughts must be Sobrium and humble, Rom. 12.3. and exercised about those things that Are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, and of good report, Philip 4.8. in a word, every Thought must be brought into captivity to the Obedience of christ.
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This you see is the Rule for your thoughts: You have a Rule likewise for your words, Eph. 4.15. 1 Pet. 2.1. Jam. 2.12. Jam. 4.11. Mat. 5.37. Col. 3.8. Col. 4.6. the sum whereof is this, That putting aside all filthy, false, vain, and evil communication, your speech be alway with Grace, seasoned with Salt.
This you see is the Rule for your thoughts: You have a Rule likewise for your words, Ephesians 4.15. 1 Pet. 2.1. Jam. 2.12. Jam. 4.11. Mathew 5.37. Col. 3.8. Col. 4.6. the sum whereof is this, That putting aside all filthy, false, vain, and evil communication, your speech be always with Grace, seasoned with Salt.
You have a Rule too for all your actions, whether Natural, Civil, or Religious, comprized in that one verse, 1 Cor. 10.31. Whether you eat or drink, or whatsoever you do, do all to the Glory of God.
You have a Rule too for all your actions, whither Natural, Civil, or Religious, comprised in that one verse, 1 Cor. 10.31. Whither you eat or drink, or whatsoever you do, do all to the Glory of God.
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4. Converse with those that order their conversations with the afore-mentioned exactness. It was Solomons observation, Pro. 13.10. that, He that walketh with wise men shall be wise:
4. Converse with those that order their conversations with the aforementioned exactness. It was Solomons observation, Pro 13.10. that, He that walks with wise men shall be wise:
For this cause it was that God cōmanded the Israelites to destroy all the old Idolatrous Inhabitants out of the Land of Canaan, and strictly forbad all intermarriages with them,
For this cause it was that God commanded the Israelites to destroy all the old Idolatrous Inhabitants out of the Land of Canaan, and strictly forbade all intermarriages with them,
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Is it not for the same cause also, that the Apostle forbids the yoaking of Beleivers with unbelievers? 2 Cor. 6.14. Certainly our own every-dayes experience and observation will tell us, that for the most part men are such as they with whom they most frequently and familiarly converse;
Is it not for the same cause also, that the Apostle forbids the yoking of Believers with unbelievers? 2 Cor. 6.14. Certainly our own everydays experience and observation will tell us, that for the most part men Are such as they with whom they most frequently and familiarly converse;
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and therefore we see that what Art soever any man desires to be skilled in, he will endeavour as much as may be, to acquaint himself and converse with such as have the best insight into that Art. Now let us make a spiritual improvement of this observation,
and Therefore we see that what Art soever any man Desires to be skilled in, he will endeavour as much as may be, to acquaint himself and converse with such as have the best insight into that Art. Now let us make a spiritual improvement of this observation,
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And why? Not because it is greater profit to him, Psal. 16.2. Job 22.2, 3. Single persons can adde nothing, no perfection to God, no, nor the greatest Societies in the world, no more than single persons;
And why? Not Because it is greater profit to him, Psalm 16.2. Job 22.2, 3. Single Persons can add nothing, no perfection to God, no, nor the greatest Societies in the world, no more than single Persons;
So that it is apparent from hence, that the end of God's ordaining his Servants & Worshippers to associate themselves together, is, that by their converse and mutual example, those Sparks of Grace, which he hath by his Spirit kindled in their hearts, might be blown up into a Flame,
So that it is apparent from hence, that the end of God's ordaining his Servants & Worshippers to associate themselves together, is, that by their converse and mutual Exampl, those Sparks of Grace, which he hath by his Spirit kindled in their hearts, might be blown up into a Flame,
Anothers holy Example, his heavenly Discourse, his sober Carriage, his Watchfulness over his tongue, the Uprightness of his dealing, &c. hath won you to an holy Imitation and Emulation.
Another's holy Exampl, his heavenly Discourse, his Sobrium Carriage, his Watchfulness over his tongue, the Uprightness of his dealing, etc. hath wone you to an holy Imitation and Emulation.
Oh! therefore, if you have any desire to order your conversations with that Exactness, which the Apostle here calls for, neglect not the assembling and associating of your selves together, with such as exercise themselves in the practise of this Duty:
Oh! Therefore, if you have any desire to order your conversations with that Exactness, which the Apostle Here calls for, neglect not the assembling and associating of your selves together, with such as exercise themselves in the practice of this Duty:
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Use 3. Let us now, in the third place, improve what hath been spoken, by way of caution, that you may take heed of being prejudiced against circumspect walking, or exactness of life and conversation.
Use 3. Let us now, in the third place, improve what hath been spoken, by Way of caution, that you may take heed of being prejudiced against circumspect walking, or exactness of life and Conversation.
and to out-run thy neighbours, and then to be reproached for a Puritan, a Precisian, or the new-name of a Fanatick; and when thy affections are thus hampered and intangled,
and to outrun thy neighbours, and then to be reproached for a Puritan, a Precisian, or the new-name of a Fanatic; and when thy affections Are thus hampered and entangled,
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and pull it down by the evil example of their own prophane conversations, or oppose and persecute it in those that seriously study and endeavour to put it in practise.
and pull it down by the evil Exampl of their own profane conversations, or oppose and persecute it in those that seriously study and endeavour to put it in practice.
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By observation of these things, many who will not take the pains to weigh them in the Ballance of the Sanctuary, are gulled into a belief, (2 Pet. 2.1, 2.) that either Religion is but a cheat,
By observation of these things, many who will not take the pains to weigh them in the Balance of the Sanctuary, Are gulled into a belief, (2 Pet. 2.1, 2.) that either Religion is but a cheat,
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By a Loose Life, we mean such a life as is not tyed up and limited by the bonds & bounds of Gods Word, and so may be bowed and bended to suit and comply with all companies, times, occasions and principle•, whereby it stands in direct opposition to that Circumspection, Exactness,
By a Lose Life, we mean such a life as is not tied up and limited by the bonds & bounds of God's Word, and so may be bowed and bent to suit and comply with all companies, times, occasions and principle•, whereby it Stands in Direct opposition to that Circumspection, Exactness,
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Passing by at present many other Scripture-Proofs, I shall here record only three sayings to this purpose, of the wisest of meer men, Prov. 10.8. The wise in heart will receive Commandments; i. e.
Passing by At present many other Scripture proofs, I shall Here record only three sayings to this purpose, of the Wisest of mere men, Curae 10.8. The wise in heart will receive commandments; i. e.
He that doth not only pretend to Wisdom, but hath it rooted in his heart, will make it to appear by this, that he will so receive God's Commands as to obey them, and live by them. Prov. 23.19. Hear thou my Son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way.
He that does not only pretend to Wisdom, but hath it rooted in his heart, will make it to appear by this, that he will so receive God's Commands as to obey them, and live by them. Curae 23.19. Hear thou my Son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the Way.
So among the Covetous, he is accounted wisest, who can heap up most wealth, Prov. 28.11. Among the Ambitious, he that ••n clime to the highest pitch of honour:
So among the Covetous, he is accounted Wisest, who can heap up most wealth, Curae 28.11. Among the Ambitious, he that ••n climb to the highest pitch of honour:
yea, he will destroy the wisdom of the wise, & bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent, 1 Cor. 1.19, 20. Where then is wisdom to be found? and where is the place of understanding? Job 28.12, 28. Behold, the Fear of the Lord, that is Wisdom;
yea, he will destroy the Wisdom of the wise, & bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent, 1 Cor. 1.19, 20. Where then is Wisdom to be found? and where is the place of understanding? Job 28.12, 28. Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is Wisdom;
and to depart from evil, is understanding, Prov. 15.21. He is the only man of understanding, that walketh uprightly, and knows how to order his Conversation with Circumspection and Exactness. This in the general:
and to depart from evil, is understanding, Curae 15.21. He is the only man of understanding, that walks uprightly, and knows how to order his Conversation with Circumspection and Exactness. This in the general:
and that no man can be wise for his own good, who gives himself over to a loose, irregular and sinful life, is evident from this and several other Texts of Scripture, Prov. 8.36. & 6.32. & 15.32. & 29.24. He that sinneth against me, wrongeth his own soul.
and that no man can be wise for his own good, who gives himself over to a lose, irregular and sinful life, is evident from this and several other Texts of Scripture, Curae 8.36. & 6.32. & 15.32. & 29.24. He that Sinneth against me, wrongeth his own soul.
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Furthermore, the Go•ly Man is wisest, both for this life, and also for the life that is to come, 1 Tim. 4.8. I might yet add many other particulars, wherein it will appear, that a Godly Man is wisest for himself.
Furthermore, the Go•ly Man is Wisest, both for this life, and also for the life that is to come, 1 Tim. 4.8. I might yet add many other particulars, wherein it will appear, that a Godly Man is Wisest for himself.
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He keeps himself safest, Prov. 10.9. & 3.23, &c. He makes himself richest, Psal. 112.3. Prov. 3.16. & 8.18. & 22.4. He advance•h himself highest, Prov. 3.16. and the other forecited places.
He keeps himself Safest, Curae 10.9. & 3.23, etc. He makes himself Richest, Psalm 112.3. Curae 3.16. & 8.18. & 22.4. He advance•h himself highest, Curae 3.16. and the other forecited places.
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so also in that he doth best for his Relations, his Family, his Friends, his Neighbours, his Country, his Posterity, do all fare the better for his goodness.
so also in that he does best for his Relations, his Family, his Friends, his Neighbours, his Country, his Posterity, do all fare the better for his Goodness.
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And Sodom & Gomorrah should have fared the better for ten righteous Persons sake, if they could have been found there, Gen. 18.32. 3. He that walks most exactly, is the wisest Man, because he doth that which is most pleasing to God.
And Sodom & Gomorrah should have fared the better for ten righteous Persons sake, if they could have been found there, Gen. 18.32. 3. He that walks most exactly, is the Wisest Man, Because he does that which is most pleasing to God.
Certainly, if there be any wisdom in a Subjects pleasing his Prince, a Son his Father, a Servant his Master, there is much more wisdom in a Creatures pleasing his Creator.
Certainly, if there be any Wisdom in a Subject's pleasing his Prince, a Son his Father, a Servant his Master, there is much more Wisdom in a Creatures pleasing his Creator.
Object. 1. But do not these persons that live so exactly, cut themselves short by their preciseness, of much of that pleasure and profit which they might otherwise receive? and what wisdom is there in that?
Object. 1. But do not these Persons that live so exactly, Cut themselves short by their preciseness, of much of that pleasure and profit which they might otherwise receive? and what Wisdom is there in that?
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and that is the Pleasure and Profit which they have in and by their living precisely and exactly. Godliness is their gain, Grace their riches, the Service of God their pleasure, and the Favour of God their honour and life. These are the things wherein alone they delight themselves,
and that is the Pleasure and Profit which they have in and by their living precisely and exactly. Godliness is their gain, Grace their riches, the Service of God their pleasure, and the Favour of God their honour and life. These Are the things wherein alone they delight themselves,
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3. A Godly mans sadness, is but in order to the attaining of a more true Comfort and full Joy, by removing sin, which obstructs and hinders his comfort.
3. A Godly men sadness, is but in order to the attaining of a more true Comfort and full Joy, by removing since, which obstructs and hinders his Comfort.
and how sad an account they shall give at the last day, and how much better it would have been for them to have been precise themselves, they would never make such a scorn of preciseness as they do.
and how sad an account they shall give At the last day, and how much better it would have been for them to have been precise themselves, they would never make such a scorn of preciseness as they do.
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Had the very Children that mocked the Prophet (2 Kin. 2.23, 24.) known of the Bear, durst they have done it? Had the Jews foreseen the wrath of God breaking out against them without remedy, durst they have mocked as they did? 2 Chron. 36.16.
Had the very Children that mocked the Prophet (2 Kin. 2.23, 24.) known of the Bear, durst they have done it? Had the jews foreseen the wrath of God breaking out against them without remedy, durst they have mocked as they did? 2 Chronicles 36.16.
because others scorn at him for taking the right course to make himself happy for ever? Should Job have forsaken his integrity, Job 21.3. or Christ left off the work of Redemption, Mat. 27.29. or Paul his Preaching, Acts 17.32. or Jeremiah his Prophesying, Jer. 20.7. or the Apostles their Ministry, Act. 2.13. or the Martyrs their Constancy, Heb. 11.36. because they met with mockings, scorns, and reproaches, what wisdom would there have been in that? How sad would it have been for them and us? You cannot but know that a strict life in the wayes of God, is the way to eternal happiness;
Because Others scorn At him for taking the right course to make himself happy for ever? Should Job have forsaken his integrity, Job 21.3. or christ left off the work of Redemption, Mathew 27.29. or Paul his Preaching, Acts 17.32. or Jeremiah his Prophesying, Jer. 20.7. or the Apostles their Ministry, Act. 2.13. or the Martyrs their Constancy, Hebrew 11.36. Because they met with mockings, scorns, and Reproaches, what Wisdom would there have been in that? How sad would it have been for them and us? You cannot but know that a strict life in the ways of God, is the Way to Eternal happiness;
and walk in the broad way, and so undo your poor souls for ever, because fools scorn at you, you will make your own folly appear to be the greatest in the end.
and walk in the broad Way, and so undo your poor Souls for ever, Because Fools scorn At you, you will make your own folly appear to be the greatest in the end.
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And is the friendship of these so desirable a thing? or is it not better lost than won? Would you have the Devil your friend? sure there will be little gotten by that.
And is the friendship of these so desirable a thing? or is it not better lost than wone? Would you have the devil your friend? sure there will be little got by that.
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for the friendship of the World is enmity with God, Jam. 4.4. Would you have the flesh to be your friend? It will but flatter you to your own destruction.
for the friendship of the World is enmity with God, Jam. 4.4. Would you have the Flesh to be your friend? It will but flatter you to your own destruction.
2. They have God for their Friend, Jam. 2.23. and good Angels, Luke 15.7, 10. and all good men, Psal. 16.3. Put case now, that God, Angels and Saints stood on one side;
2. They have God for their Friend, Jam. 2.23. and good Angels, Lycia 15.7, 10. and all good men, Psalm 16.3. Put case now, that God, Angels and Saints stood on one side;
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And with this very consideration the Prophet Jeremy encourages himself against all the spite and malice of his enemies, Jer. 20.10, 11. Fear not therefore, ye that walk strictly in the paths of Righteousness;
And with this very consideration the Prophet Jeremiah encourages himself against all the spite and malice of his enemies, Jer. 20.10, 11. fear not Therefore, you that walk strictly in the paths of Righteousness;
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whilst you are followers of that which is good, 1 Pet. 3.13. but in God's good time you shall be more than Conquerors over them all through Christ that hath loved you, Rom. 8.37.
while you Are followers of that which is good, 1 Pet. 3.13. but in God's good time you shall be more than Conquerors over them all through christ that hath loved you, Rom. 8.37.
Answ. 1. If they do suffer, they are but therein made conformable to Christ, Rom. 8.17. and partakers of his sufferings, 1 Pet. 4.13. Christ himself hath led the way through manifold sufferings, and they do but follow their Lord and Master.
Answer 1. If they do suffer, they Are but therein made conformable to christ, Rom. 8.17. and partakers of his sufferings, 1 Pet. 4.13. christ himself hath led the Way through manifold sufferings, and they do but follow their Lord and Master.
and why should any Christian who hath devoted himself to the service of Christ, as his great Lord and Master, think much to follow the Captain of their Salvation through difficulties and sufferings?
and why should any Christian who hath devoted himself to the service of christ, as his great Lord and Master, think much to follow the Captain of their Salvation through difficulties and sufferings?
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And then, by the Apostle's Arithmetick, we may well reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with that glory, which shall be revealed in us, Rom. 8.17, 18. But,
And then, by the Apostle's Arithmetic, we may well reckon that the sufferings of this present time Are not worthy to be compared with that glory, which shall be revealed in us, Rom. 8.17, 18. But,
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And shal it affright us from our Religion, the care of our souls and the service of our God? Do not the Drunkard & Glutton fill their bodies with many loathsome and mortal diseases,
And shall it affright us from our Religion, the care of our Souls and the service of our God? Do not the Drunkard & Glutton fill their bodies with many loathsome and Mortal diseases,
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and a dart strike through the Adulterers liver? Prov. 7.23. Do not Theeves end their dayes at the Gallows, and those that clime to the top of Honour commonly sacrifice their necks upon a Block? Is it not the peremptory Decree of the GREAT KING, that Bloody men shall not live out half their dayes? And yet we see that the ungodly will hearken to none of these warnings either from God or man. O consider this with shame;
and a dart strike through the Adulterers liver? Curae 7.23. Do not Thieves end their days At the Gallows, and those that climb to the top of Honour commonly sacrifice their necks upon a Block? Is it not the peremptory decree of the GREAT KING, that Bloody men shall not live out half their days? And yet we see that the ungodly will harken to none of these Warnings either from God or man. O Consider this with shame;
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as the men of the world are for their filthy lusts and beastly pleasures? I shall here record an excellent speech to this purpose, of that man of God, Mr. Whitaker, reported at his Funeral by his now companion in Glory, Mr. Ash. As Mr. Whitaker was riding with with a freind of his by Tyburn, he stopped his Horse,
as the men of the world Are for their filthy Lustiest and beastly pleasures? I shall Here record an excellent speech to this purpose, of that man of God, Mr. Whitaker, reported At his Funeral by his now Companion in Glory, Mr. Ash. As Mr. Whitaker was riding with with a friend of his by Tyburn, he stopped his Horse,
Indeed if their condition were the same with the condition of the ungodly; if they lost Heaven and Earth, the lives of their souls and bodies together;
Indeed if their condition were the same with the condition of the ungodly; if they lost Heaven and Earth, the lives of their Souls and bodies together;
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Use 1. If they that live most exactly are the wisest men, then it is so far from being a shame to live exactly, ( Psal. 119.6.) that it tends much to the justification and commendation of those that so order their conversations:
Use 1. If they that live most exactly Are the Wisest men, then it is so Far from being a shame to live exactly, (Psalm 119.6.) that it tends much to the justification and commendation of those that so order their conversations:
So the Apostle tells us, Jam. 3.17. That Wisdom which is pure and full of good fruits comes from above, it is saving Wisdom. In 2 Tim. 3.15. the Apostle tells us, that the Scriptures are able to make a man wise to Salvation, in as much as they were given by God to make men pefect, throughly furnished unto all good works:
So the Apostle tells us, Jam. 3.17. That Wisdom which is pure and full of good fruits comes from above, it is Saving Wisdom. In 2 Tim. 3.15. the Apostle tells us, that the Scriptures Are able to make a man wise to Salvation, in as much as they were given by God to make men perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works:
1. Common, by reason of that sin and misery, which are incident to every mans life, ( Eccles. 12.1.) in respect whereof Jacob told Pharoah that the dayes of his life had been few and evil, Gen 47.9. 2. Or special, When both sin and trouble do abound in more than ordinary measure.
1. Common, by reason of that since and misery, which Are incident to every men life, (Eccles. 12.1.) in respect whereof Jacob told Pharaoh that the days of his life had been few and evil, Gen 47.9. 2. Or special, When both since and trouble do abound in more than ordinary measure.
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These are those perillous Times, from the authors whereof the Apostle warns Timothy to turn away, 2 Tim. 3.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. 2. In Sinful Times there are many temptations and enticements to sin;
These Are those perilous Times, from the Authors whereof the Apostle warns Timothy to turn away, 2 Tim. 3.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. 2. In Sinful Times there Are many temptations and enticements to since;
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in which respect the Apostle calls such dayes evil dayes, and therefore adviseth, at such times especially, to put on the whole Armour of God, that we may be able to stand,
in which respect the Apostle calls such days evil days, and Therefore adviseth, At such times especially, to put on the Whole Armour of God, that we may be able to stand,
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and keep our selves unspotted from the pollutions of the world, Ephes. 6.13. If the Times be evil, in respect of the trouble and misery that attends them. Then,
and keep our selves unspotted from the pollutions of the world, Ephesians 6.13. If the Times be evil, in respect of the trouble and misery that attends them. Then,
and that which is to come, 1 Tim. 4.8. Use. How preposterous and foolish a course is it then for any man to think to secure himself from the evil of the times, by complying with the times;
and that which is to come, 1 Tim. 4.8. Use. How preposterous and foolish a course is it then for any man to think to secure himself from the evil of the times, by complying with the times;
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Redeeming of Time, implies some kind of recovering that time which is already lost, a diligent improvement of that which is present to the best advantage,
Redeeming of Time, Implies Some kind of recovering that time which is already lost, a diligent improvement of that which is present to the best advantage,
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