A vindication of the ministers of Christ from the slander cast on them that they are house-creepers, because they sometimes preach in private houses : also proving by the Scripture who are house-creepers, and the evil they do where their corrupt doctrine is received / held forth in two sermons on 2 Tim. 3. 6., by W.E.
and then what is the reason of it, as you may see 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. For men shall be Lovers of their own selves, Covetous, Boasters, &c. So that there are in it these two things Considerable.
and then what is the reason of it, as you may see 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. For men shall be Lovers of their own selves, Covetous, Boaster's, etc. So that there Are in it these two things Considerable.
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You may see, that when Holiness doth increase, and Persons make it their business to walk according to Gods Word, at such times there is happiness and great Blessings vouchsafed unto a people.
You may see, that when Holiness does increase, and Persons make it their business to walk according to God's Word, At such times there is happiness and great Blessings vouchsafed unto a people.
and they departed from God, and apostatized from the purity of his worship Judg. 2.14.15. ch. 3. v 8.12. ch. 4. v. 1.2. ch. 6. v. 1.2.3.4.5.6. Psal. 16.4.
and they departed from God, and apostatized from the purity of his worship Judges 2.14.15. changed. 3. v 8.12. changed. 4. v. 1.2. changed. 6. v. 1.2.3.4.5.6. Psalm 16.4.
They pretended much for Christ and the waies of Christ, but denyed that which was the main, viz. a full submission of themselves to Christ, to walk according to the rules of Christ.
They pretended much for christ and the ways of christ, but denied that which was the main, viz. a full submission of themselves to christ, to walk according to the rules of christ.
Are not they lovers of pleasures, more then lovers of God? May it not be clearly demonstrated, that notwithstanding their pretences for Christ, they stand in open opposition against him in all his Offices? As first for his prophetical office, they are so far from hearkning to the voice of Christ, that they set up their own inventions in the place thereof, preferring them before his institutions.
are not they lovers of pleasures, more then lovers of God? May it not be clearly demonstrated, that notwithstanding their pretences for christ, they stand in open opposition against him in all his Offices? As First for his prophetical office, they Are so Far from Harkening to the voice of christ, that they Set up their own Inventions in the place thereof, preferring them before his institutions.
They obey not Christ as the great Prophet so that if those, on whom they urge their institutions, should demand, What Word of God have you for these things? They would return nothing but scoffs,
They obey not christ as the great Prophet so that if those, on whom they urge their institutions, should demand, What Word of God have you for these things? They would return nothing but scoffs,
Again, as for Christs Priestly Office, what a dishonour is it to Christ, that they make their unbloody sacrifice of the Altar to be a Propitiation for the sins of men?
Again, as for Christ Priestly Office, what a dishonour is it to christ, that they make their unbloody sacrifice of the Altar to be a Propitiation for the Sins of men?
but make a mock of him, though it be so clear in the Scripture, Rom. 8.9, 14 They are so far from walking according to the Word of God, that they walk contrary to it:
but make a mock of him, though it be so clear in the Scripture, Rom. 8.9, 14 They Are so Far from walking according to the Word of God, that they walk contrary to it:
so far from subduing their sinful pollutions, that they endeavor by all means to cherish them, maintaining their own Works of Prayer, Charity, Devotions,
so Far from subduing their sinful pollutions, that they endeavour by all means to cherish them, maintaining their own Works of Prayer, Charity, Devotions,
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Leading Captive silly Women. They usually assault such, because by reason of the weakness of their sex and understanding, they are not able to discern their wiles and subtilties.
Leading Captive silly Women. They usually assault such, Because by reason of the weakness of their sex and understanding, they Are not able to discern their wiles and subtleties.
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1. Silly Women. Such as are ignorant of the Truth of God, that content themselves with an outward profession, not endeavouring to be firmly grounded and established in the things of God.
1. Silly Women. Such as Are ignorant of the Truth of God, that content themselves with an outward profession, not endeavouring to be firmly grounded and established in the things of God.
Now such that are wilfully captivated to their lusts, it is no wonder, if God suffer them in his just Judgment to be ensnared by those that lie in wait to deceive them.
Now such that Are wilfully captivated to their Lustiest, it is no wonder, if God suffer them in his just Judgement to be Ensnared by those that lie in wait to deceive them.
So that the Apostle means by silly women all such, as either by reason of the weakness of their understanding, being not able to discern the wiles and craftiness of deceivers,
So that the Apostle means by silly women all such, as either by reason of the weakness of their understanding, being not able to discern the wiles and craftiness of deceivers,
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He sheweth their evil qualities in the precedent verses, They are lovers of themselves, covetous, beasters, proud, cursed speakers, without natural affection, truce-breakers, false accusers, despisers of them that are good.
He shows their evil qualities in the precedent Verses, They Are lovers of themselves, covetous, beasters, proud, cursed Speakers, without natural affection, Truce-breakers, false accusers, despisers of them that Are good.
5. These persons that are thus led captive are more fully described by that corrupt state they are in, viz. They are such as are laden with sin, such as are under the power and dominion of some base lust or lusts:
5. These Persons that Are thus led captive Are more Fully described by that corrupt state they Are in, viz. They Are such as Are laden with since, such as Are under the power and dominion of Some base lust or Lustiest:
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but when they get into such places, and there under the pretence of holiness make it their business secretly to draw such as are weak from the truth to error;
but when they get into such places, and there under the pretence of holiness make it their business secretly to draw such as Are weak from the truth to error;
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Doct. 2. That such persons usually effect their design on such as are either weak and ignorant, not able to discern their corrupt and unsound doctrine;
Doct. 2. That such Persons usually Effect their Design on such as Are either weak and ignorant, not able to discern their corrupt and unsound Doctrine;
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or such as are under the power of some base lust or lusts, be they men or women, (for it may be understood of both sexes) such being by the just judgment of God left to themselves,
or such as Are under the power of Some base lust or Lustiest, be they men or women, (for it may be understood of both sexes) such being by the just judgement of God left to themselves,
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For the proof of the first Doctrine, I shall give you several Scriptures, by which this shall 〈 ◊ 〉 appeares Consider that place John 10.1. He that climbeth in some other way, he that entereth not by the door is a thief and a robber.
For the proof of the First Doctrine, I shall give you several Scriptures, by which this shall 〈 ◊ 〉 appears Consider that place John 10.1. He that climbs in Some other Way, he that entereth not by the door is a thief and a robber.
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Now the Door is Christ by which Men enter, when they are sent of Christ, (as certainly Christ sendeth none but such as hear his voice, none are his sheep but such as hear his voice) those then that come in,
Now the Door is christ by which Men enter, when they Are sent of christ, (as Certainly christ sends none but such as hear his voice, none Are his sheep but such as hear his voice) those then that come in,
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& not by Christ, may well be termed Creepers or Climbers up another way, Gal. 2.2. We shall finde there, that the Apostle communicated the Gospel privately to them which were of Reputation;
& not by christ, may well be termed Creepers or Climbers up Another Way, Gal. 2.2. We shall find there, that the Apostle communicated the Gospel privately to them which were of Reputation;
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So that those Persons are called Creepers, that under the pretence of Holiness draw people from the truth, of whom also the Apostle Jude speaketh, Jude v. 4.
So that those Persons Are called Creepers, that under the pretence of Holiness draw people from the truth, of whom also the Apostle U^de speaks, U^de v. 4.
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And so Acts 10. Peter preached at Cornelius 's house, Acts 16.13, Paul preached at the Rivers side, where God opened the heart of Lydia. And again at Athens, on the midst of Mars-hill. Acts 17.17.22.
And so Acts 10. Peter preached At Cornelius is house, Acts 16.13, Paul preached At the rivers side, where God opened the heart of Lydia. And again At Athens, on the midst of Mars hill. Acts 17.17.22.
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Hence we may safely conclude, That which was the Practice of Christ, and his Apostles afterwards, cannot be rationally supposed to be condemned by this expression of the Apostle,
Hence we may safely conclude, That which was the Practice of christ, and his Apostles afterwards, cannot be rationally supposed to be condemned by this expression of the Apostle,
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Nay, it is very remarkable and worthy of our observation, that the Pharisees, as captious as they were, did not (as we read) lay this as a slaunder on Christ and his Apostles, for teaching in such places.
Nay, it is very remarkable and worthy of our observation, that the Pharisees, as captious as they were, did not (as we read) lay this as a slander on christ and his Apostles, for teaching in such places.
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2. That those indeed are the persons, whom the Apostle means, who putting on an outward show and forme of holyness, under that deceive, and lead from the truth.
2. That those indeed Are the Persons, whom the Apostle means, who putting on an outward show and Form of holiness, under that deceive, and led from the truth.
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1. That they were such, that had a forme of godliness, Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof. For of this sort, &c. 2. They were such that under the forme did deceive, by drawing from the truth.
1. That they were such, that had a Form of godliness, Having a from of godliness, but denying the power thereof. For of this sort, etc. 2. They were such that under the Form did deceive, by drawing from the truth.
Such then may be said to be creepers, when they get to secret places, on purpose to avoid the light, that their deeds of darkness may not be discovered.
Such then may be said to be creepers, when they get to secret places, on purpose to avoid the Light, that their Deeds of darkness may not be discovered.
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but doubtless the Apostle speaketh of those false teachers, that had diffused their errours, and spread themselves abroad amongst the Churches of God, thinking privately to undermine them:
but doubtless the Apostle speaks of those false Teachers, that had diffused their errors, and spread themselves abroad among the Churches of God, thinking privately to undermine them:
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and the forbearance of such and such meates? Is not this the will of God? and so by such fair words, many were seduced and drawn away, not being able to discover the bottom of their designs.
and the forbearance of such and such Meats? Is not this the will of God? and so by such fair words, many were seduced and drawn away, not being able to discover the bottom of their designs.
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You may see, how notably the Apostle speaketh to the Colossians, Col. 2.16.17, 18. these men pretended much to holyness and humility, that they yeilded obedience to God,
You may see, how notably the Apostle speaks to the colossians, Col. 2.16.17, 18. these men pretended much to holiness and humility, that they yielded Obedience to God,
If they plead the practice of some that are wise men, saith the Apostle, Yea are dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, and then surely the traditions of men cannot bind you.
If they plead the practice of Some that Are wise men, Says the Apostle, Yea Are dead with christ from the rudiments of the world, and then surely the traditions of men cannot bind you.
Now then it appears, that since this is not spoken of those, that do on some occasion or other preach in private places (for indeed it was the practice of Christ and his Apostles) it must be spoken of those that do out of voluntary choise take such places for the furtherance of their wicked designs, to entrap such that cannot discern their wiles.
Now then it appears, that since this is not spoken of those, that do on Some occasion or other preach in private places (for indeed it was the practice of christ and his Apostles) it must be spoken of those that do out of voluntary choice take such places for the furtherance of their wicked designs, to entrap such that cannot discern their wiles.
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As for instance, when they urge such words as these, What will you not be ruled by the Church? will ye not be reconciled to the Church? this availeth much with such, not considering, that the Church is ruled by Gods Word,
As for instance, when they urge such words as these, What will you not be ruled by the Church? will you not be reconciled to the Church? this availeth much with such, not considering, that the Church is ruled by God's Word,
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So it is here, if persons under the pretence and vizard of holyness, do endeavour to deceive the simple, they may come under this denomination of house-creepers.
So it is Here, if Persons under the pretence and vizard of holiness, do endeavour to deceive the simple, they may come under this denomination of House-creepers.
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Could any one rationally accuse Christ, that he preached secretly and privately, when he withdrew out of Judea, and taught Galilee, when the Jewes sought his life? Was the Apostle Paul to be charged with evil for preaching in a house Acts 18.6.
Could any one rationally accuse christ, that he preached secretly and privately, when he withdrew out of Judea, and taught Galilee, when the Jews sought his life? Was the Apostle Paul to be charged with evil for preaching in a house Acts 18.6.
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Could the Apostles justly be blamed, when they met together in private places, and in the night time? And so the Church is former times when they were persecuted violently by the Heathens, and durst not appear openly.
Could the Apostles justly be blamed, when they met together in private places, and in the night time? And so the Church is former times when they were persecuted violently by the heathens, and durst not appear openly.
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Nay, this truth is so evident, that it is granted themselves, they do even by the Papists affirm that in times of persecution it is meet and necessary for the people of God to meet together in private places.
Nay, this truth is so evident, that it is granted themselves, they do even by the Papists affirm that in times of persecution it is meet and necessary for the people of God to meet together in private places.
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ANS. But I tell you, it is not mens accusations that prove it to be so, persons should consider thus much, that before men can be justly charged as Schismatical & Heretical, it ought to be made, by clear and solid arguments.
ANS. But I tell you, it is not men's accusations that prove it to be so, Persons should Consider thus much, that before men can be justly charged as Schismatical & Heretical, it ought to be made, by clear and solid Arguments.
before it hath heard him? Nay, you shall see, it was acknowledged by the very heathens Acts 25.5.16. we should not then that bear the name of Christians, be more unreasonable then the heathens;
before it hath herd him? Nay, you shall see, it was acknowledged by the very Heathens Acts 25.5.16. we should not then that bear the name of Christians, be more unreasonable then the Heathens;
where the Apostle speaking of himself and of the rest of the faith full, proveth that they were not of those deceivers, v. 2. We saith he, have renounced the hidden things of darkness, we have not walked in craftiness, we have not handled the word of God deceitfully, and what is that? It may be this, that when men see, it is best for their interest,
where the Apostle speaking of himself and of the rest of the faith full, Proves that they were not of those deceivers, v. 2. We Says he, have renounced the hidden things of darkness, we have not walked in craftiness, we have not handled the word of God deceitfully, and what is that? It may be this, that when men see, it is best for their Interest,
then they can make use of the Word to decry these things that formerly they cried up, these are those whom the Apostle means that handled the Word deceitfully;
then they can make use of the Word to decry these things that formerly they cried up, these Are those whom the Apostle means that handled the Word deceitfully;
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but we were not of these, and why? because we handl'd the word by manifestation of the truth, the consciences of our hearers can acquit us, that we have endeavour'd to set before them the mind & will of God.
but we were not of these, and why? Because we handled the word by manifestation of the truth, the Consciences of our hearers can acquit us, that we have endeavoured to Set before them the mind & will of God.
It cannot be understood that these should be the persons here mentioned, because then the Apostle would condemn himself and the practice of all the rest of his fellow Apostles;
It cannot be understood that these should be the Persons Here mentioned, Because then the Apostle would condemn himself and the practice of all the rest of his fellow Apostles;
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and give occasion to his adversaries to triumph, they would have said; Look here, he condemneth himself, he is one of those that preach in Houses. But then
and give occasion to his Adversaries to triumph, they would have said; Look Here, he Condemneth himself, he is one of those that preach in Houses. But then
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the Church was not aware of them, they deceive them by their wiles, and therefore properly such are the House creepers, much like unto the Thief that comes into a Mans House, and is disguised;
the Church was not aware of them, they deceive them by their wiles, and Therefore properly such Are the House creepers, much like unto the Thief that comes into a men House, and is disguised;
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Hence it is that the Apostle calleth such creepers in another place, deceitfull workers, for they are equivalent 2 Cor. 11.13, 14. They are false Apostles, deceitfull workers.
Hence it is that the Apostle calls such creepers in Another place, deceitful workers, for they Are equivalent 2 Cor. 11.13, 14. They Are false Apostles, deceitful workers.
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But if they are so, how are they then admitted into the Church? oh, saith he, (transforming themselves into the Apostles of Christ) they make pretences of holyness,
But if they Are so, how Are they then admitted into the Church? o, Says he, (transforming themselves into the Apostles of christ) they make pretences of holiness,
What ground have they to make this as their main battery against such? Surely they bewray their ignorance and malice herein. 1. Their ignorance, not rightly considering the Scripture,
What ground have they to make this as their main battery against such? Surely they bewray their ignorance and malice herein. 1. Their ignorance, not rightly considering the Scripture,
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of Christ, who were the Ministers of Christ, and followed him, and those, whom many of them do profess themselves to be their successours and sollowers, were frequent in this.
of christ, who were the Ministers of christ, and followed him, and those, whom many of them do profess themselves to be their Successors and sollowers, were frequent in this.
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And therefore when it pleased God to put this into the heart of his Majesty to give them this indulgence, they were ready to embrace it with all thankfulness to God and man.
And Therefore when it pleased God to put this into the heart of his Majesty to give them this indulgence, they were ready to embrace it with all thankfulness to God and man.
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For you may say, why, this is strange, if the Apostle doth not here condemn all that preach privately, what is the reason that they should be so bitter against it? Why truly friends, that lieth in their own breasts, their reasons are best known to themselves:
For you may say, why, this is strange, if the Apostle does not Here condemn all that preach privately, what is the reason that they should be so bitter against it? Why truly Friends, that lies in their own breasts, their Reasons Are best known to themselves:
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But I may certainly conclude, that those that stick not to utter such injurious slaunders, did they consult with their own consciences, they themselves would clear them on this account.
But I may Certainly conclude, that those that stick not to utter such injurious slanders, did they consult with their own Consciences, they themselves would clear them on this account.
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For you see, the same men that the Apostle calleth creepers into houses (which I shewed you might be meant of such that preach never so openly) the same men, I say, v. 13. He calleth evil men and seducers. The Scripture giveth us this rule, to try all things, and hold fast that which is good.
For you see, the same men that the Apostle calls creepers into houses (which I showed you might be meant of such that preach never so openly) the same men, I say, v. 13. He calls evil men and seducers. The Scripture gives us this Rule, to try all things, and hold fast that which is good.
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for Christ telleth us, That not at this Mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, but wheresoever men call on the Father in spirit and in truth, there he will be found.
for christ Telleth us, That not At this Mountain, nor yet At Jerusalem, but wheresoever men call on the Father in Spirit and in truth, there he will be found.
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and such things under the Law to be done there, which ought not to be done elsewhere (so that if there were Holiness in any place, it was in the Temple) yet in this time Christ himself preached in several other places,
and such things under the Law to be done there, which ought not to be done elsewhere (so that if there were Holiness in any place, it was in the Temple) yet in this time christ himself preached in several other places,
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Again, there are some that are carried forth through rash and intemperate zeal and bitterness of spirit, against persons on this account, (and it may be instigated by the subtilty of others) but if this hath been the Practice of Christs Apostles, and Christ himself;
Again, there Are Some that Are carried forth through rash and intemperate zeal and bitterness of Spirit, against Persons on this account, (and it may be instigated by the subtlety of Others) but if this hath been the Practice of Christ Apostles, and christ himself;
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but wheresoever his people meet together in his Name, then let persons take heed how they set themselves against Christ, that they be not found Fighters against God:
but wheresoever his people meet together in his Name, then let Persons take heed how they Set themselves against christ, that they be not found Fighters against God:
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So that these, though in their intemperate zeal, they think, as the Jews did in their opposition of Christ and his Apostles, that they did do God good service, yet indeed they are mistaken;
So that these, though in their intemperate zeal, they think, as the jews did in their opposition of christ and his Apostles, that they did doe God good service, yet indeed they Are mistaken;
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Christ will justiste those that have his Word for their warrant, but how dreadfull will it be for those at the judgment seat of Christ, that are charged with this, that they have opposed his servants for imitating him.
christ will justiste those that have his Word for their warrant, but how dreadful will it be for those At the judgement seat of christ, that Are charged with this, that they have opposed his Servants for imitating him.
USE. 3. It sheweth the evil of those that cry out so much, and render persons as evil doers, which were themselves and their own ways examined, it would be found who they are, that are most justly to be charged with this in my text.
USE. 3. It shows the evil of those that cry out so much, and render Persons as evil doers, which were themselves and their own ways examined, it would be found who they Are, that Are most justly to be charged with this in my text.
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There are some that exclaim against others, as corner Preachers and house Preachers, when if their own ways were well examined, they would hardly clear themselves.
There Are Some that exclaim against Others, as corner Preachers and house Preachers, when if their own ways were well examined, they would hardly clear themselves.
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Who will be found such at last, either those that are forced into secret places, and notwithstanding are willing that their Doctrines should be put to the tryal;
Who will be found such At last, either those that Are forced into secret places, and notwithstanding Are willing that their Doctrines should be put to the trial;
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or such that preaching publickly will be offended, when their Doctrines are tryed and examined? Did men seek after secret places, that their Doctrines might be concealed, there were a ground of suspicion,
or such that preaching publicly will be offended, when their Doctrines Are tried and examined? Did men seek After secret places, that their Doctrines might be concealed, there were a ground of suspicion,
Can such be justly charged with Heresy, that are willing that those things which they hold forth should be examined by the Scripture? This is it which they earnestly call for, To the Law and to the Testimony, who do you think would most seek a corner,
Can such be justly charged with Heresy, that Are willing that those things which they hold forth should be examined by the Scripture? This is it which they earnestly call for, To the Law and to the Testimony, who do you think would most seek a corner,
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Certainly those persons that are willing to have whatsoever they deliver, examined and tryed by those that have the sharpest spirit of discerning, (alwaies provided that they make the Word of God the standard to try by,
Certainly those Persons that Are willing to have whatsoever they deliver, examined and tried by those that have the Sharpest Spirit of discerning, (always provided that they make the Word of God the standard to try by,
And as for such that have the warrant of Gods Word for what they do, Christ will bear them out, notwithstanding the slaunders and false imputations of men.
And as for such that have the warrant of God's Word for what they do, christ will bear them out, notwithstanding the slanders and false imputations of men.
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The Apostle would never have taken so much care to warn us, he would not have set forth the danger of it, had it not been a matter of great moment Let us then take heed, that we are not deceived by such kind of persons.
The Apostle would never have taken so much care to warn us, he would not have Set forth the danger of it, had it not been a matter of great moment Let us then take heed, that we Are not deceived by such kind of Persons.
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Neither is their salvation in any other, for there is none other name, &c. ) When they derogate from the free grace of God, they are such indeed that are of this kind of creepers,
Neither is their salvation in any other, for there is none other name, etc.) When they derogate from the free grace of God, they Are such indeed that Are of this kind of creepers,
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Now these things we shhold look unto, and try them by the Word of God, according to that Is. 8.20. and Christ telleth us, that by their fruits we shall know them.
Now these things we shhold look unto, and try them by the Word of God, according to that Is. 8.20. and christ Telleth us, that by their fruits we shall know them.
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USE 5. May persons come under this denomination though never so publick, then let none think themselves safe, this is that which many poor creatures do deceive themselves with;
USE 5. May Persons come under this denomination though never so public, then let none think themselves safe, this is that which many poor creatures do deceive themselves with;
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Those that are so rigorous against private places, what would they have done, if they had lived in the dayes of Christ? they would have rejected Christ and his Doctrine,
Those that Are so rigorous against private places, what would they have done, if they had lived in the days of christ? they would have rejected christ and his Doctrine,
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A faithfull Minister of Christ, whether private or publick, will endeavour to approve himself to God, by holding forth such things as are consonant and agreeable to the Word of God.
A faithful Minister of christ, whither private or public, will endeavour to approve himself to God, by holding forth such things as Are consonant and agreeable to the Word of God.
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and so they easily prevail on them. Observe what Solomon telleth, Prov. 14.15. The simple beleeveth every thing, but the prudent looketh well to his goings.
and so they Easily prevail on them. Observe what Solomon Telleth, Curae 14.15. The simple Believeth every thing, but the prudent looks well to his goings.
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Who were they among the Children of Israel, that the false Prophets did so easily draw aside? you may see they were any such that did not know the Lord.
Who were they among the Children of Israel, that the false prophets did so Easily draw aside? you may see they were any such that did not know the Lord.
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Jer. 5.3.4, 5. Now how came this to pass? They were led aside, and seduced by those false Prophets that Jeremiah complaineth of, that did deceive them,
Jer. 5.3.4, 5. Now how Come this to pass? They were led aside, and seduced by those false prophets that Jeremiah Complaineth of, that did deceive them,
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they willingly walked after the Commandment, Hos. 5.11. Now what people were these? the Prophet telleth us Hos. 4.1. they were such as were without the knowledge of God, where there is no knowledge of God in a Land, people, are easily crawn aside into the most pernicious errours.
they willingly walked After the Commandment, Hos. 5.11. Now what people were these? the Prophet Telleth us Hos. 4.1. they were such as were without the knowledge of God, where there is no knowledge of God in a Land, people, Are Easily crawn aside into the most pernicious errors.
They were a people that did not know the Law, if they had known the Word of God, Christ and the truths of Christ would have been very precious to them.
They were a people that did not know the Law, if they had known the Word of God, christ and the truths of christ would have been very precious to them.
And what was the cause in this Nation in former dayes, and with other Nations that remain under Ponery, they are drawn aside to embrace the most-abominable errours, to beleeve things that are so grossely corrupt? It is because they are without the Word, the Scriptures are locked up in an unknown language,
And what was the cause in this nation in former days, and with other nations that remain under Ponery, they Are drawn aside to embrace the most-abominable errors, to believe things that Are so grossly corrupt? It is Because they Are without the Word, the Scriptures Are locked up in an unknown language,
Do you think, that absurd and abominable opinion of the Popish Masse would be received, viz. That the Bread and Wine is the very Body and Blood of Christ? Also that Crossing themselves with their Fingers is that which will defend them from evil, (and many the like foolish opinions) if people were not ignorant of the Word of God.
Do you think, that absurd and abominable opinion of the Popish Mass would be received, viz. That the Bred and Wine is the very Body and Blood of christ? Also that Crossing themselves with their Fingers is that which will defend them from evil, (and many the like foolish opinions) if people were not ignorant of the Word of God.
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That as ignorant persons are apt to be drawn aside to errours, so likewise those that live under the power of some lust or lusts, Consider that Jer. 5. The time that the Prophet Jeremiah speaketh of, was a time of loosness and prophaneness.
That as ignorant Persons Are apt to be drawn aside to errors, so likewise those that live under the power of Some lust or Lustiest, Consider that Jer. 5. The time that the Prophet Jeremiah speaks of, was a time of looseness and profaneness.
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and broken the bonds, they would not be under the power of Gods Word, but would walk according to their own lusts & pleasures. Likewise that in Jer. 44.16.
and broken the bonds, they would not be under the power of God's Word, but would walk according to their own Lustiest & pleasures. Likewise that in Jer. 44.16.
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though they have lived some time under a profession of it, and have had some knowledge of it, I say, such persons being overswayed by their lusts, have been turned aside from the truths which they formerly embraced, into the most corrupt and abominable ways.
though they have lived Some time under a profession of it, and have had Some knowledge of it, I say, such Persons being overswayed by their Lustiest, have been turned aside from the truths which they formerly embraced, into the most corrupt and abominable ways.
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Observe, that he doth not say, that they did not receive the truth, but they received not the love of the truth, (i.e.) though they had some illuminations,
Observe, that he does not say, that they did not receive the truth, but they received not the love of the truth, (i.e.) though they had Some illuminations,
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yea or no? Now consider this, what a sad and dreadfull thing is this, to fall into such delusions? and yet how many were there of those whom God was pleased thus to give over, whom one would have thought should never have received such things as these in their hearts? But it hath been evident by fad and wofull experience;
yea or no? Now Consider this, what a sad and dreadful thing is this, to fallen into such delusions? and yet how many were there of those whom God was pleased thus to give over, whom one would have Thought should never have received such things as these in their hearts? But it hath been evident by fad and woeful experience;
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If we know not the things that belong to our peace in the day of our visitation, we cannot expect but that the issue will be sad, that God may judicially give men over to a spirit of delusion, that they shall run into the most dreadfull and erroneous opinions,
If we know not the things that belong to our peace in the day of our Visitation, we cannot expect but that the issue will be sad, that God may judicially give men over to a Spirit of delusion, that they shall run into the most dreadful and erroneous opinions,
Many men live without Gods Word, and though they have it, do not know how to manage this Sword of the Spirit, (as it is called by the Apostle) they know not how to defend themselves,
Many men live without God's Word, and though they have it, do not know how to manage this Sword of the Spirit, (as it is called by the Apostle) they know not how to defend themselves,
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As now for defence of the Doctrine of merit, by good works, that by these men might be made worthy and obtaine eternal life, this Scripture will be strongly pleaded 1 Tim. 6.18.19.
As now for defence of the Doctrine of merit, by good works, that by these men might be made worthy and obtain Eternal life, this Scripture will be strongly pleaded 1 Tim. 6.18.19.
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But the falshood of this is easily discovered, if we look to the 17. v. Charge them that are rich in this world that they be not high minded, nor trust in uncertain riches.
But the falsehood of this is Easily discovered, if we look to the 17. v. Charge them that Are rich in this world that they be not high minded, nor trust in uncertain riches.
Charge them •y plead th•• they are beleevers, and that they be not high minded, they are apt since they beleeve in God, it shall be well enough with them.
Charge them •y plead th•• they Are believers, and that they be not high minded, they Are apt since they believe in God, it shall be well enough with them.
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But let them shew their faith by their fruitfullness in good works, let their faith be manifested in their practice, especially in their readiness to releeve the distressed members of Christ;
But let them show their faith by their fruitfullness in good works, let their faith be manifested in their practice, especially in their readiness to relieve the distressed members of christ;
Wherefore we must not so understand the Apostle, as if by this expression (Laying up in store for themselves) were meant the merit of good works, which give us right to eternal life;
Wherefore we must not so understand the Apostle, as if by this expression (Laying up in store for themselves) were meant the merit of good works, which give us right to Eternal life;
how should we walk worthy? and what is our worthiness but by way of reward? But that which the Apostle calls worthiness, is no more then suitableness and meetness, as v. 12. Giving thanks unto the Father which hath made us meet to be Partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in light.
how should we walk worthy? and what is our worthiness but by Way of reward? But that which the Apostle calls worthiness, is no more then suitableness and meetness, as v. 12. Giving thanks unto the Father which hath made us meet to be Partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light.
but we come to be made meet by being clensed from our sins, and clothed in the righteousness of Christ, by being taken out of Adam and implanted into Christ;
but we come to be made meet by being cleansed from our Sins, and clothed in the righteousness of christ, by being taken out of Adam and implanted into christ;
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It cannot be by works of charity; for mind that which the Apostle saith, 1 Cor. 13.3. Men may give all their Goods to the poor, as too many ignorant souls have done amongst the Papists.
It cannot be by works of charity; for mind that which the Apostle Says, 1 Cor. 13.3. Men may give all their Goods to the poor, as too many ignorant Souls have done among the Papists.
Nay, men may give their bodies to be burned, but yet if they have not Charity, (i. e.) if the love of God be not shed abroad in their hearts, and the work be not done from a principle of love, it is unacceptable.
Nay, men may give their bodies to be burned, but yet if they have not Charity, (i. e.) if the love of God be not shed abroad in their hearts, and the work be not done from a principle of love, it is unacceptable.
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Mind also that which the Apostle saith, Eph. 2.8, 9. By grace ye are saved through faith, &c. That is to say, works have no hand, no share at all in this great work.
Mind also that which the Apostle Says, Ephesians 2.8, 9. By grace you Are saved through faith, etc. That is to say, works have no hand, no share At all in this great work.
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Again, they abule that place, Jam. 2.21. Was not Abraham our father justified by works? here to establish their Justification by works, they bring the same Argument that the Apostle brought in another sense.
Again, they abule that place, Jam. 2.21. Was not Abraham our father justified by works? Here to establish their Justification by works, they bring the same Argument that the Apostle brought in Another sense.
The same way that Abraham was justified, the same way are all the faithful justified. But Abraham was justified by works, therefore by works are all the faithful justified;
The same Way that Abraham was justified, the same Way Are all the faithful justified. But Abraham was justified by works, Therefore by works Are all the faithful justified;
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As for instance, to receive that abhorred Doctrine of the Popish Mass. Why, say the Papists, doth not Christ expressely say, This is my Body? And is not Christ the Author of truth? And ought we to question any thing that Christ hath said? Whenas Christ speaketh figuratively, that the Bread and Wine were figures,
As for instance, to receive that abhorred Doctrine of the Popish Mass. Why, say the Papists, does not christ expressly say, This is my Body? And is not christ the Author of truth? And ought we to question any thing that christ hath said? Whenas christ speaks figuratively, that the Bred and Wine were figures,
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as sometimes Christ calleth himself A Door, and A Vine. So is Circumcision called A Covenant. And God saith, that those that were Circumcised had broke his Covenant,
as sometime christ calls himself A Door, and A Vine. So is Circumcision called A Covenant. And God Says, that those that were Circumcised had broke his Covenant,
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but being that which doth suit to their corrupt hearts, therefore they receive it. For herein lieth the difference between the Ministers of Christ and false teachers:
but being that which does suit to their corrupt hearts, Therefore they receive it. For herein lies the difference between the Ministers of christ and false Teachers:
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such a doctrine as this is, to extol Justification by VVorks, or at least that works have some share in it, this doth exceedingly take with corrupt hearts.
such a Doctrine as this is, to extol Justification by Works, or At least that works have Some share in it, this does exceedingly take with corrupt hearts.
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how much it tendeth to the dishonour of God, and how greatly it provoketh the Lord-Those that are ignorant do little think, that the setting up Mans works in the point of Justification, doth exceedingly affront the Divine Majesty, such slight the Love of God in the Gift of his Son:
how much it tendeth to the dishonour of God, and how greatly it provokes the Lord-Those that Are ignorant do little think, that the setting up men works in the point of Justification, does exceedingly affront the Divine Majesty, such slight the Love of God in the Gift of his Son:
for if we are able to justifie our selves, what need have we of Christ? Christ is also exceedingly provoked by setting up the rags of their own righteousness as Co-Partners with his righteousness,
for if we Are able to justify our selves, what need have we of christ? christ is also exceedingly provoked by setting up the rags of their own righteousness as Co-Partners with his righteousness,
The false prophets saw well enough, that Ahab had a mind to go up to Ramoth Gilead, and they had a minde to please Ahab: Oh, say they, Go up and prosper. So those prophets in Jeremiah 's time saw that the people had a good mind to live loosely and prophanely,
The false Prophets saw well enough, that Ahab had a mind to go up to Ramoth Gilead, and they had a mind to please Ahab: O, say they, Go up and prosper. So those Prophets in Jeremiah is time saw that the people had a good mind to live loosely and profanely,
What think ye that God will bring in the Heathe upon you that are his people? that God will destroy his Temple? And thus it is with the subtile J•suits, they carry on their ways so, that they foster m•n in their wickedness,
What think you that God will bring in the Heathen upon you that Are his people? that God will destroy his Temple? And thus it is with the subtle J•suits, they carry on their ways so, that they foster m•n in their wickedness,
though they have a shew of holiness, yet they know how to indulge men in their sinful lusts and liberties, they have devised ways for it, that according to their principles men may live loosely and licentiously,
though they have a show of holiness, yet they know how to indulge men in their sinful Lustiest and Liberties, they have devised ways for it, that according to their principles men may live loosely and licentiously,
As for instance, those whose hearts are set on the world, they are resolved to encrease in the world, they will rather part with Christ then their covetousness.
As for instance, those whose hearts Are Set on the world, they Are resolved to increase in the world, they will rather part with christ then their covetousness.
The reason why God doth give such over to be deluded, is because they reject the truth, as in 2 Thes. 2.10. They received not the love of the truth, they loved not the truth, they embraced it not with their hearts;
The reason why God does give such over to be deluded, is Because they reject the truth, as in 2 Thebes 2.10. They received not the love of the truth, they loved not the truth, they embraced it not with their hearts;
but when Micajah came he set the truth before him, but his lusts liked it not, his pride and ambition and his desire to enlarge his territories caused him to hate Micajah. When men have had the truth set before them,
but when Micajah Come he Set the truth before him, but his Lustiest liked it not, his pride and ambition and his desire to enlarge his territories caused him to hate Micajah. When men have had the truth Set before them,
and have been convinced thereof, and their understandings somewhat inlightned, and yet they have neglected this light, God may in his just judgment let darkness overspread their understandings, God may say thus to such a soul.
and have been convinced thereof, and their understandings somewhat enlightened, and yet they have neglected this Light, God may in his just judgement let darkness overspread their understandings, God may say thus to such a soul.
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USE 1. This gives us to see the sad condition of all those that are ignorant of Gods Word, that are not able to discern between truth and errour, between the mind of God and the grosse conceits of Satan and his instruments.
USE 1. This gives us to see the sad condition of all those that Are ignorant of God's Word, that Are not able to discern between truth and error, between the mind of God and the gross conceits of Satan and his Instruments.
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and tell them, that by their improvement of their natural abilities, and that common light which God hath given them, they shall obtain the love and favour of God,
and tell them, that by their improvement of their natural abilities, and that Common Light which God hath given them, they shall obtain the love and favour of God,
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and shall in time come to partake of everlasting life and glory? What a dreadfull thing is this? and yet this goeth down currant with those that doe not know the Scripture,
and shall in time come to partake of everlasting life and glory? What a dreadful thing is this? and yet this Goes down currant with those that do not know the Scripture,
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when it is manifest that we are dead, and that the light that is in us is grosse darkness, that unless he that is the light of light doth inlighten us by the light of his blessed spirit, we are never able to discern spirituall things.
when it is manifest that we Are dead, and that the Light that is in us is gross darkness, that unless he that is the Light of Light does inlighten us by the Light of his blessed Spirit, we Are never able to discern spiritual things.
So when men come and tell them that by their good works, by their repentance and works of righteousness they may do away their sins and obtain Gods favour.
So when men come and tell them that by their good works, by their Repentance and works of righteousness they may do away their Sins and obtain God's favour.
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but for the sake of Christ alone that we are accepted of God. Again, when they bring such abomin•••e Doctrine as this, that we must pray before Images.
but for the sake of christ alone that we Are accepted of God. Again, when they bring such abomin•••e Doctrine as this, that we must pray before Images.
This is the Word of Christ, that is truth himself, and will you •be• Christ? Again, others that are not so horribly grosse have other ways to deceive, pressing men to worship God after another way then that which God hath appointed.
This is the Word of christ, that is truth himself, and will you •be• christ? Again, Others that Are not so horribly gross have other ways to deceive, pressing men to worship God After Another Way then that which God hath appointed.
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how many poor soules are deceived herein, and become zealous contenders for Ceremonies, and more earnest in them then in the things that God hath commanded? Many are so zealous and intemperate, that they will admit of no worship but this,
how many poor Souls Are deceived herein, and become zealous contenders for Ceremonies, and more earnest in them then in the things that God hath commanded? Many Are so zealous and intemperate, that they will admit of no worship but this,
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but if you rest on works of righteousness, as those that may render you acceptable to God, thinking your selves to be justified by them in the sight of God, there is nothing more dangerous;
but if you rest on works of righteousness, as those that may render you acceptable to God, thinking your selves to be justified by them in the sighed of God, there is nothing more dangerous;
Now what is the meaning of Christ in that Parable? Christ setteth forth those Publicans and Harlots, that walked directly against the commands of God, to be those that said they would not.
Now what is the meaning of christ in that Parable? christ sets forth those Publicans and Harlots, that walked directly against the commands of God, to be those that said they would not.
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But Christ saith, the Publicans and Harlots go into the Kingdome of God before you. And why so? because these were convinced as being open professed enemies against God,
But christ Says, the Publicans and Harlots go into the Kingdom of God before you. And why so? Because these were convinced as being open professed enemies against God,
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and therefore could not establish their own righteousness, when as the Jewes living under a profession contented themselves therewith and sought to advance their own righteousness,
and Therefore could not establish their own righteousness, when as the Jews living under a profession contented themselves therewith and sought to advance their own righteousness,
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So Luke 18.11 12. The Pharisee saith, God I thank thee &c. But the Publican stood afar off and smote on his breast, and said, The Lord be mercyfull to me a sinner &c. I cannot say, I have done this or that,
So Lycia 18.11 12. The Pharisee Says, God I thank thee etc. But the Publican stood afar off and smote on his breast, and said, The Lord be merciful to me a sinner etc. I cannot say, I have done this or that,
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And therfore what a dreadfull thing is it, when poor souls are carried away with vain pretences into such an errour? Surely such are in a sad condition, that are not able to discern truth from errour,
And Therefore what a dreadful thing is it, when poor Souls Are carried away with vain pretences into such an error? Surely such Are in a sad condition, that Are not able to discern truth from error,
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Surely it is very grosse to keep people from the knowledge of the Scriptures, and to perswade them to rest meerly on the words of their teachers And what is this but to ensnare them,
Surely it is very gross to keep people from the knowledge of the Scriptures, and to persuade them to rest merely on the words of their Teachers And what is this but to ensnare them,
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& that God expecteth not such at their hands, but that which is required of them is to beleeve their Ministers? But surely this was not spoken to the Ministers,
& that God Expects not such At their hands, but that which is required of them is to believe their Ministers? But surely this was not spoken to the Ministers,
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but to the people, 1 Joh. 4.1. Beleeve not every spirit, but try the spirits &c. This should be on every ones spirit to labour after such a measure of knowledge;
but to the people, 1 John 4.1. Believe not every Spirit, but try the spirits etc. This should be on every ones Spirit to labour After such a measure of knowledge;
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Also we should be instant in prayer, that God would open our eyes to see the marvellous things of his law, we should embrace all opportunities that God gives us to wait on him in his Ordinances, that we might receive instruction,
Also we should be instant in prayer, that God would open our eyes to see the marvellous things of his law, we should embrace all opportunities that God gives us to wait on him in his Ordinances, that we might receive instruction,
And how just is it with God to give such over to be deceived that are of a dull and careless frame of spirit? For the Lords sake consider seriously of it,
And how just is it with God to give such over to be deceived that Are of a dull and careless frame of Spirit? For the lords sake Consider seriously of it,
and put it to your own soules, what opportunities have you omitted wherein you might have attended on Gods Ordinances? How negligent have you been in reading Gods Word? How justly might God give you over to the grossest delusions, that have made so light of so precious a word, wherein the wisdom of God, the grace and love of God so eminently appears, wherein there is such incouragement for poor ignorant souls,
and put it to your own Souls, what opportunities have you omitted wherein you might have attended on God's Ordinances? How negligent have you been in reading God's Word? How justly might God give you over to the Grossest delusions, that have made so Light of so precious a word, wherein the Wisdom of God, the grace and love of God so eminently appears, wherein there is such encouragement for poor ignorant Souls,
and for those that find themselves in a state of misery and unbeleif to come in and beleeve? And see what the Psalmist telleth us, Ps. 19.7. The law of the Lord is perfect converting the soul, the testimony of the Lord is sure makeing wise the simple.
and for those that find themselves in a state of misery and unbelief to come in and believe? And see what the Psalmist Telleth us, Ps. 19.7. The law of the Lord is perfect converting the soul, the testimony of the Lord is sure making wise the simple.
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Should such fools be pittied that are fools willingly? Now all that have Gods Word do make themselves fools in rejecting the means that God hath afforded to make them wise.
Should such Fools be pitied that Are Fools willingly? Now all that have God's Word do make themselves Fools in rejecting the means that God hath afforded to make them wise.
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Who knoweth, how God may in the use of his Ordinances set home by the power of his spirit a word that may soften a hard heart, and humble a proud heart;
Who Knoweth, how God may in the use of his Ordinances Set home by the power of his Spirit a word that may soften a hard heart, and humble a proud heart;
This is the character of Gods people that they are a wise understanding people If then we would be be of the number of Gods people, let us endeavour afterwisdom by the improvement of those means that God hath afforded unto us.
This is the character of God's people that they Are a wise understanding people If then we would be be of the number of God's people, let us endeavour afterwisdom by the improvement of those means that God hath afforded unto us.
Use 4. Is it so that those that live under the power of lusts are the persons that are deceived by seducers? Then consider what enemies they are to their own soules, that do ensnare themselves under the power of any lust? they betray themselves,
Use 4. Is it so that those that live under the power of Lustiest Are the Persons that Are deceived by seducers? Then Consider what enemies they Are to their own Souls, that do ensnare themselves under the power of any lust? they betray themselves,
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Now observe those that make it their business to deceive mens souls do the frame of 〈 ◊ 〉 spirits and they know how to fit their baits to mens inclinations.
Now observe those that make it their business to deceive men's Souls do the frame of 〈 ◊ 〉 spirits and they know how to fit their baits to men's inclinations.
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how many are there that have lived under a profession of religion, and yet by giving their hearts an indulgence and toleration in some lusts, they have betrayed their souls into the hands of their adversaries that ly in wait to deceive them? And these subtile deceivers,
how many Are there that have lived under a profession of Religion, and yet by giving their hearts an indulgence and toleration in Some Lustiest, they have betrayed their Souls into the hands of their Adversaries that lie in wait to deceive them? And these subtle deceivers,
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and comes at length to embrace such abominable opinions, which if they had been presented to him at the first, he would have fled from them as from a Serpent.
and comes At length to embrace such abominable opinions, which if they had been presented to him At the First, he would have fled from them as from a Serpent.
As I hinted to you out of Jeremiah, concerning that gross Idolatry that was among the people, it was no wonder that the Prophets prophesying lies should prevail on them,
As I hinted to you out of Jeremiah, Concerning that gross Idolatry that was among the people, it was no wonder that the prophets prophesying lies should prevail on them,
for there was horrible prophaneness and wickedness amongst them, when corrupt men shall frame such a Religion as shall suit with mens lusts, it is not strange that such men should yield unto them, whose hearts are set on their lusts.
for there was horrible profaneness and wickedness among them, when corrupt men shall frame such a Religion as shall suit with men's Lustiest, it is not strange that such men should yield unto them, whose hearts Are Set on their Lustiest.
It is not strange, that Popery should so exceedingly prevail, when they have framed such corrupt ways, that men may go on cheerfully in the satisfaction of their lusts.
It is not strange, that Popery should so exceedingly prevail, when they have framed such corrupt ways, that men may go on cheerfully in the satisfaction of their Lustiest.
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When once the heart is set on evil, it taketh offence at the truth, esp•cially at such truths that give a wound to its beloved sins Herod heard John Baptist gladly; but when he toucheth him in his beloved sin, he heareth him no more.
When once the heart is Set on evil, it Takes offence At the truth, esp•cially At such truths that give a wound to its Beloved Sins Herod herd John Baptist gladly; but when he touches him in his Beloved since, he hears him no more.
Therefore that word of Solomon is not unsuitable, Keep thy heart with all diligence, &c. We must see that we do not allow our selves in any evil, one sin bringeth in another,
Therefore that word of Solomon is not unsuitable, Keep thy heart with all diligence, etc. We must see that we do not allow our selves in any evil, one since brings in Another,
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and frequency of sinning causeth deadnesse of heart, and deadnesse of heart taketh off the S•• from the Ordinances of God, till by degrees it com•th to have bitternesse of spirit,
and frequency of sinning Causes deadness of heart, and deadness of heart Takes off the S•• from the Ordinances of God, till by Degrees it com•th to have bitterness of Spirit,
We have seen sad examples of this kind in these our days, how many have been ensnared by the world, rather then they would lose their honour and esteem with men, they leave the honour that Christ hath tendered to them.
We have seen sad Examples of this kind in these our days, how many have been Ensnared by the world, rather then they would loose their honour and esteem with men, they leave the honour that christ hath tendered to them.
USE 7 What cause have such that have been preserved from Apostacy and Seduction, to acknowledge the in finite goodnesse of God unto them? there is none of us,
USE 7 What cause have such that have been preserved from Apostasy and Seduction, to acknowledge thee in finite Goodness of God unto them? there is none of us,
but if we would make a diligent search into our own hearts, our Consciences will tell us, that since we have come to the knowledge of the truth, we have sinned against our own light;
but if we would make a diligent search into our own hearts, our Consciences will tell us, that since we have come to the knowledge of the truth, we have sinned against our own Light;
and to see how many in these times have been carried aside from the Truths of God, by that corrupt and abominable errour of Popish Merit, to establish their own Righteousnesse;
and to see how many in these times have been carried aside from the Truths of God, by that corrupt and abominable error of Popish Merit, to establish their own Righteousness;
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and have set up their own work and denied Christ? How many have despised the O••inances of God? How many have fallen from their Profession to downright Atheism? That it is not so with us is because God hath preserved us and watched over us,
and have Set up their own work and denied christ? How many have despised the O••inances of God? How many have fallen from their Profession to downright Atheism? That it is not so with us is Because God hath preserved us and watched over us,
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Oh what cause hath every soul that hath been kept in the truth to bless God, that hath given them his spirit to lead them in the truth? It is not our parts,
O what cause hath every soul that hath been kept in the truth to bless God, that hath given them his Spirit to led them in the truth? It is not our parts,
The goodness of God should have that effect on us, as it had on Jacob, when God appeared to him in Bethel; it is said he lifted up his feet and went on his way.
The Goodness of God should have that Effect on us, as it had on Jacob, when God appeared to him in Bethel; it is said he lifted up his feet and went on his Way.
