THEY that will be at pains to peruse 〈 ◊ 〉 Psalm throughout, will easily perce• … under what a sad tepmtation the Psalm (whether Asaph or David, is not mater• … had been at this time, having observed how 〈 ◊ 〉 wicked prospered,
THEY that will be At pains to peruse 〈 ◊ 〉 Psalm throughout, will Easily perce• … under what a sad tepmtation the Psalm (whither Asaph or David, is not mater• … had been At this time, having observed how 〈 ◊ 〉 wicked prospered,
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for I was envio• … at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked v. 13, 14. Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain and washed my hands in innocency;
for I was envio• … At the foolish, when I saw the Prosperity of the wicked v. 13, 14. Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain and washed my hands in innocency;
He went into the sanctuary (i.e. he consulted the Oracles of God, he searched the Records of Heaven, the Holy Scriptures, he was diligent in the practice of all duties of Temple-worship, then in use;
He went into the sanctuary (i.e. he consulted the Oracles of God, he searched the Records of Heaven, the Holy Scriptures, he was diligent in the practice of all duties of Temple worship, then in use;
he consulted with God and his Spirit, and Jesus Christ, the Sactuary was the Type and he the Antitype) and then he could say, Surely thou hast set them in slippery places;
he consulted with God and his Spirit, and jesus christ, the Sanctuary was the Type and he the Antitype) and then he could say, Surely thou hast Set them in slippery places;
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wherein they may see, 1. The variety and wonderfulness of the Dispensations of Gods Providence towards his Creatures. 2. That its common and ordinary,
wherein they may see, 1. The variety and wonderfulness of the Dispensations of God's Providence towards his Creatures. 2. That its Common and ordinary,
and therefore let him who thinks he •nds, take heed lest he fall. 5. One of the best means under heaven to get victory over a temptati•on, is to go into the Sanctuary, taking it in the fore-mentioned sense.
and Therefore let him who thinks he •nds, take heed lest he fallen. 5. One of the best means under heaven to get victory over a temptati•on, is to go into the Sanctuary, taking it in the forementioned sense.
and not only so, but they prove the most choice and excellent, the most humble and lowly, the most affectionate and loving, the m• … Christ excelling and Soul edifying Christians;
and not only so, but they prove the most choice and excellent, the most humble and lowly, the most affectionate and loving, the m• … christ excelling and Soul edifying Christians;
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th• … improve their temptations, their Exercises unde• them, and their issues out of them to some purpose for the glory of God, the good of their own souls,
th• … improve their temptations, their Exercises unde• them, and their issues out of them to Some purpose for the glory of God, the good of their own Souls,
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This improvement the Psalmist made, is worthy of our observation. 1. He is now able with a holy asseveration to attest to this truth which he did so unbelievingly question, Truly God is good to Israel.
This improvement the Psalmist made, is worthy of our observation. 1. He is now able with a holy asseveration to attest to this truth which he did so unbelievingly question, Truly God is good to Israel.
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yet wo shall be to them in conclusion, v. 27. For lo they that are from thee, shall perish, thou hast destroyed (it's as sure as if thou hadst already done it) all them that go a whoring from thee:
yet woe shall be to them in conclusion, v. 27. For lo they that Are from thee, shall perish, thou hast destroyed (it's as sure as if thou Hadst already done it) all them that go a whoring from thee:
Thus you see how the scope of the whole Psalm •oes so much conduce to the clearing of what is contained in the first verse, Truly God is good to Israel.
Thus you see how the scope of the Whole Psalm •oes so much conduce to the clearing of what is contained in the First verse, Truly God is good to Israel.
Some read the first word, Although, or, Yet surely, i.e. Though once I was under a strong temptation, the Devil and my own carnal heart, would have perswaded me that God did not care for his people:
some read the First word, Although, or, Yet surely, i.e. Though once I was under a strong temptation, the devil and my own carnal heart, would have persuaded me that God did not care for his people:
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though this be the Opinion of the vulgar and common sort of people, yet now I can set my seal to this truth, God is good to Israel, with a surely, a truly, a verily. In the words there are these two things that need explication;
though this be the Opinion of the Vulgar and Common sort of people, yet now I can Set my seal to this truth, God is good to Israel, with a surely, a truly, a verily. In the words there Are these two things that need explication;
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Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel, for as a Prince hast thou power with God and with men, and hast prevailed; Hos. 12.13. The reason of the change of Name was no doubt for honours sake.
Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel, for as a Prince hast thou power with God and with men, and hast prevailed; Hos. 12.13. The reason of the change of Name was no doubt for honours sake.
Sometimes it signifies all the posterity of Jacob, Isa. 48.1. Hear this O house of Jacob, which art called by the name of Israel, Rom. 9.4. 2 Cor. 11.23. Phil. 3.5. Sometimes for the Church under the Old Testament, consisting of the posterity of Jacob, and Gentile Proselytes; Psal. 68.35. The God of Israel is he that giveth strength and power to his people; and 125. last. Joh. 1.49. Rom. 9.6.
Sometime it signifies all the posterity of Jacob, Isaiah 48.1. Hear this Oh house of Jacob, which art called by the name of Israel, Rom. 9.4. 2 Cor. 11.23. Philip 3.5. Sometime for the Church under the Old Testament, consisting of the posterity of Jacob, and Gentile Proselytes; Psalm 68.35. The God of Israel is he that gives strength and power to his people; and 125. last. John 1.49. Rom. 9.6.
2. That we may the better know who those of a clean heart are, this distinction is necessary: 1. There is a Legal cleanness of heart, which is a perfect and compleat purity, according to what the Law requires. 2. There is an Evangelical or Gospel cleanness of heart, which is, 1. A godly sorrow and humiliation from heart-uncleanness. 2. A holy detestation, hatred,
2. That we may the better know who those of a clean heart Are, this distinction is necessary: 1. There is a Legal cleanness of heart, which is a perfect and complete purity, according to what the Law requires. 2. There is an Evangelical or Gospel cleanness of heart, which is, 1. A godly sorrow and humiliation from heart-uncleanness. 2. A holy detestation, hatred,
and abhorrence of every sin. 3. A constant endeavour every day more and more to be rid of sin. 4. A sincere cordial love to holiness and heart purity. 5. A fervent and earnest praying with David, Psal. 51. Create in me a clean heart,
and abhorrence of every since. 3. A constant endeavour every day more and more to be rid of since. 4. A sincere cordial love to holiness and heart purity. 5. A fervent and earnest praying with David, Psalm 51. Create in me a clean heart,
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6. An unfeigned faith, whereby a humbled soul, does notwithstanding of the guilt and filth of sin, lay hold on Christ for Justification and Sanctification.
6. an unfeigned faith, whereby a humbled soul, does notwithstanding of the guilt and filth of since, lay hold on christ for Justification and Sanctification.
By this time you may perceive that my Text points at these three things: 1. The goodness of God here mentioned, it not that common providential bounty whereof the whole Creation are made partakers,
By this time you may perceive that my Text points At these three things: 1. The Goodness of God Here mentioned, it not that Common providential bounty whereof the Whole Creation Are made partakers,
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For the opening of this more fully, I shall propose this method, 1. Give some few Scripture-proofs of this truth, God is good to his people. 2. Some demonstrations thereof, from what has been common to his people in all ages. 3. From some particular blessings bestowed upon the Jews under the Old Testament. 4. What the goodness of God was to the Gospel-Church,
For the opening of this more Fully, I shall propose this method, 1. Give Some few Scripture proofs of this truth, God is good to his people. 2. some demonstrations thereof, from what has been Common to his people in all ages. 3. From Some particular blessings bestowed upon the jews under the Old Testament. 4. What the Goodness of God was to the Gospel-church,
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as in contradistinction to the Jews. 5. What were the peculiar blessings of God to the Primitive Church, in Christ and the Apostles days. 6. Wherein the goodness of God appeared to the Church for the first Three hundred years after the death of Christ and his Apostles. 7. What from the first rise of Antichrist, till he came to his full height,
as in contradistinction to the jews. 5. What were the peculiar blessings of God to the Primitive Church, in christ and the Apostles days. 6. Wherein the Goodness of God appeared to the Church for the First Three hundred Years After the death of christ and his Apostles. 7. What from the First rise of Antichrist, till he Come to his full height,
and during his reign. 8. What the good providence of God is like to be from the first remarkable beginning of Antichrists ruin, to the time and period of his utter destruction, from the beginning of the work of Reformation, to the end of the World.
and during his Reign. 8. What the good providence of God is like to be from the First remarkable beginning of Antichrists ruin, to the time and Period of his utter destruction, from the beginning of the work of Reformation, to the end of the World.
he giveth liberally, and upbraideth no man, Jam. 1.5. First, For Scripture proofs take these few instead of many, Psal. 31.19. O how great is thy goodness which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee;
he gives liberally, and upbraideth no man, Jam. 1.5. First, For Scripture proofs take these few instead of many, Psalm 31.19. Oh how great is thy Goodness which thou hast laid up for them that Fear thee;
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Eph. 1.4, 5, 6. 2 Tim. 1. •0. 2. That unspeakable and unparallell ▪ d mercy 〈 ◊ 〉 God in promising and sending his dear Son to work redemption for his people, is a confirmation •f this.
Ephesians 1.4, 5, 6. 2 Tim. 1. •0. 2. That unspeakable and unparallel ▪ d mercy 〈 ◊ 〉 God in promising and sending his dear Son to work redemption for his people, is a confirmation •f this.
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〈 ◊ 〉 Pardon of sin is that that all the people of God have been partakers of; Micah 7.18. O who is a God like unto our God, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage! Isa. 43.25. Ezek. 36.22. 5. All such have had the soul-saving and sanctifying graces of the spirit bestowed upon them;
〈 ◊ 〉 Pardon of since is that that all the people of God have been partakers of; micah 7.18. O who is a God like unto our God, that Pardoneth iniquity, and passes by the Transgression of the remnant of his heritage! Isaiah 43.25. Ezekiel 36.22. 5. All such have had the Soul-saving and sanctifying graces of the Spirit bestowed upon them;
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O the never-enough-admired goodness of this God, that has condiscended so far, as by a voluntary Contract and Covenant to make himself a Debtor to such undeserving wretches! Psal. 34.3. O come let us magnifie the goodness of the Lord together!
Oh the never-enough-admired Goodness of this God, that has condescended so Far, as by a voluntary Contract and Covenant to make himself a Debtor to such undeserving wretches! Psalm 34.3. O come let us magnify the Goodness of the Lord together!
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if persecution, or deliverance from it — He has sanctified every state and condition, making all things work for their good; Rom. 8.28. in one word, Psal. 84.11. The Lord is a Sun and a Shield, he giveth grace and glory, no good thing will he with-hold from them that walk uprightly: and 37.37. Mark the perfect man and behold the upright, behold the end of that man is peace Isa. 64.4. Psal. 40.12. Many, O Lord my God, are thy wonderful works, which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward;
if persecution, or deliverance from it — He has sanctified every state and condition, making all things work for their good; Rom. 8.28. in one word, Psalm 84.11. The Lord is a Sun and a Shield, he gives grace and glory, no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly: and 37.37. Mark the perfect man and behold the upright, behold the end of that man is peace Isaiah 64.4. Psalm 40.12. Many, Oh Lord my God, Are thy wondered works, which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which Are to usward;
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Thirdly, The consideration of the eminent acts of God's gracious Providence towards the Church of the Jews, under the Old Testament, is a proof of this truth;
Thirdly, The consideration of the eminent acts of God's gracious Providence towards the Church of the jews, under the Old Testament, is a proof of this truth;
and that in these respects. 1. He furnished them with a General every way fit for that Expedition, Ps. 105.26. He sent Moses his servant and Aaron whom he had chosen.
and that in these respects. 1. He furnished them with a General every Way fit for that Expedition, Ps. 105.26. He sent Moses his servant and Aaron whom he had chosen.
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because they would not allow them liberty to worship God according to the Command of God and their own Consciences. Ps. 105.27. That of the cutting off all the First-Born of their Adversaries in one night, when the de•••oying Angel pass'd over them, is memorable;
Because they would not allow them liberty to worship God according to the Command of God and their own Consciences. Ps. 105.27. That of the cutting off all the Firstborn of their Adversaries in one night, when the de•••oying Angel passed over them, is memorable;
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as also their being in Goshen, a Land of Light for three days together, when the other were in Darkness. 3. In spite of all Opposers, they had one very glorious Sacramental Passover-day,
as also their being in Goshen, a Land of Light for three days together, when the other were in Darkness. 3. In spite of all Opposers, they had one very glorious Sacramental Passover-day,
before they were brought forth. 4. He did greatly enrich them with Ear-rings and Jewels of their cruel Task-masters, Exod. 22.36. 5. While they were surrounded with the Red Sea, on the one hand,
before they were brought forth. 4. He did greatly enrich them with Earrings and Jewels of their cruel Taskmasters, Exod 22.36. 5. While they were surrounded with the Read Sea, on the one hand,
and gave them Quails to eat, even when in a pettish murmuring Humour, they said unto Moses and Aaron, would to God we had Died by the Hand of the Lord in the Land of Aegypt, when we sat by the flesh-Pots,
and gave them Quails to eat, even when in a pettish murmuring Humour, they said unto Moses and Aaron, would to God we had Died by the Hand of the Lord in the Land of Egypt, when we sat by the flesh-Pots,
and when we did eat Bread to the full, for ye have brought us forth into the Wilderness to kill the whole Assembly with Hunger. 3. When they Thirsted and had no Drink, He opened the Rock, and the Waters gushed out, they ran in the dry places like a River, Psal. 105.41. 4. Through the prevalency of Moses 's Prayer, they obtained a glorious Victory over the Amalekites, Aaron and Hur, holding up his Hands,
and when we did eat Bred to the full, for you have brought us forth into the Wilderness to kill the Whole Assembly with Hunger. 3. When they Thirsted and had no Drink, He opened the Rock, and the Waters gushed out, they ran in the dry places like a River, Psalm 105.41. 4. Through the prevalency of Moses is Prayer, they obtained a glorious Victory over the Amalekites, Aaron and Hur, holding up his Hands,
for which an Altar was errected to the Lord as an eternal Monument of that Me••, Exod. 17. end. 5. They had the Pillar of the Cloud by Day to keep them from the violence and scorching Heat of the Sun,
for which an Altar was erected to the Lord as an Eternal Monument of that Me••, Exod 17. end. 5. They had the Pillar of the Cloud by Day to keep them from the violence and scorching Heat of the Sun,
and the Pillar of Fire by Night to shelter them from the cold thereof, and to lead them on their way in the Dark, Ps. 105.39. 6. They had the Law in a most solemn way and manner given forth from Mount Sinai, Exod. 20. O happy is that People that's under a Theocracy,
and the Pillar of Fire by Night to shelter them from the cold thereof, and to led them on their Way in the Dark, Ps. 105.39. 6. They had the Law in a most solemn Way and manner given forth from Mount Sinai, Exod 20. O happy is that People that's under a Theocracy,
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Better be in the Wilderness with God's Ordinances, than in Aegypt without them. 8. When they proved Idolatrous in erecting a Molten Calf, to be a visible representation of God's marching on before them, upon their Repentance and Moses 's Prayer, God was graciously pleased to pardon their Sin, Exod. 32.11, 12, 13, 14, 9. All that Forty Years they were in the Wilderness, they had no need to renew their Shooes nor Garments. 10. When they were stung with fiery Serpents, they had a brazen Serpent erected,
Better be in the Wilderness with God's Ordinances, than in Egypt without them. 8. When they proved Idolatrous in erecting a Melted Calf, to be a visible representation of God's marching on before them, upon their Repentance and Moses is Prayer, God was graciously pleased to pardon their since, Exod 32.11, 12, 13, 14, 9. All that Forty years they were in the Wilderness, they had no need to renew their Shoes nor Garments. 10. When they were stung with fiery Serpents, they had a brazen Serpent erected,
I was lately very much taken with the Reading of the First, Second, Third and Fourth Chapters of Numbers, where after numbring the Children of Israel, they are Ranked in Battalia as a Camp;
I was lately very much taken with the Reading of the First, Second, Third and Fourth Chapters of Numbers, where After numbering the Children of Israel, they Are Ranked in Battalions as a Camp;
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and what did all this signifie? But that they were even in the Wilderness, under the conduct of their great Captain-General Jesus Christ, Deut. 32.11, 12, 13. As an Eagle stirreth up her nest,
and what did all this signify? But that they were even in the Wilderness, under the conduct of their great Captain-General jesus christ, Deuteronomy 32.11, 12, 13. As an Eagl stirs up her nest,
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So the Lord alone did lead him, and there was no strange God with him, he made him ride on high places of the earth, that he might eat the increase of the fields,
So the Lord alone did led him, and there was no strange God with him, he made him ride on high places of the earth, that he might eat the increase of the fields,
it was in Allusion to this marching Posture of their's, that the Psalmist breaks forth, Psal. 46. Though the Mountains be removed, the Lord of Hosts is with us, the God of Jacob is our Refuge, God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved. And Cant. 6.16. Who is she that looketh forth as the Morning, fair as the Moon, clear as the Sun, terrible as an Army with banners.
it was in Allusion to this marching Posture of their's, that the Psalmist breaks forth, Psalm 46. Though the Mountains be removed, the Lord of Hosts is with us, the God of Jacob is our Refuge, God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved. And Cant 6.16. Who is she that looks forth as the Morning, fair as the Moon, clear as the Sun, terrible as an Army with banners.
Time would fail in telling you what God did in dividing Jordan, in possessing them with a Land that did flow with Milk and Honey, in distributing to every Tribe their Portion and Inheritance, by lot, in driving out their Enemies, the Ammonites Moabites, the Hivites, Jebusites and Gargasites, what shall I tell you of his raising up Deborah and Barak, Gideon, Sampson, Ely, Samuel and others endued with an extraordinary Spirit, to be not only Princes and Judges over them,
Time would fail in telling you what God did in dividing Jordan, in possessing them with a Land that did flow with Milk and Honey, in distributing to every Tribe their Portion and Inheritance, by lot, in driving out their Enemies, the Ammonites Moabites, the Hivites, Jebusites and Gargasites, what shall I tell you of his raising up Deborah and Barak, gideon, Sampson, Ely, Samuel and Others endued with an extraordinary Spirit, to be not only Princes and Judges over them,
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but also to rescue them out of the Hands of their Enemies, to whom their Sins had enslaved them, what shall I tell you of all the gracious acts of favour conferred upon them under the good Kings, David, Solomon, Asa, Jehosaphat, Hezekiah, Josiah? O how good was God to them,
but also to rescue them out of the Hands of their Enemies, to whom their Sins had enslaved them, what shall I tell you of all the gracious acts of favour conferred upon them under the good Kings, David, Solomon, Asa, Jehoshaphat, Hezekiah, Josiah? Oh how good was God to them,
even in Babylon: How many of them were kept faithful in the worst times, he sent extraordinary Prophets to Preach Repentance to them after they had revolted.
even in Babylon: How many of them were kept faithful in the worst times, he sent extraordinary prophets to Preach Repentance to them After they had revolted.
O how they were preserved in Daniel 's time, notwithstanding of that tyrannical Edict and Decree, That whosoever would not fall down before their abominable idolatrous Image, should be thrown into the Fiery Furnace.
O how they were preserved in daniel is time, notwithstanding of that tyrannical Edict and decree, That whosoever would not fallen down before their abominable idolatrous Image, should be thrown into the Fiery Furnace.
and 106. Psalms with the 7th Chap. of the Acts. If you would know God's goodness to them under the Judges and Kings, Read Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings and Chronicles: If while in Babylon, Read Esther, Ezra and Nehemiah: after the deliverance Read the Books commonly called Apocrypha, to which we may give an Historical Faith, as to any other Histories.
and 106. Psalms with the 7th Chap. of the Acts. If you would know God's Goodness to them under the Judges and Kings, Read joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings and Chronicles: If while in Babylon, Read Esther, Ezra and Nehemiah: After the deliverance Read the Books commonly called Apocrypha, to which we may give an Historical Faith, as to any other Histories.
O how gloriously good was God in raising up Judas Maccabeus to rescue his Brethren and People from the cruel Tyranny of Antiochus Epiphanes. A short Epitome and Summary Recapitulation of all you have, Rom. 9.4, 5. Who are Israelites to whom pertaineth the Adoption, they were the only Children of God,
O how gloriously good was God in raising up Judas Maccabeus to rescue his Brothers and People from the cruel Tyranny of Antiochus Epiphanes. A short Epitome and Summary Recapitulation of all you have, Rom. 9.4, 5. Who Are Israelites to whom pertaineth the Adoption, they were the only Children of God,
And the Covenants, i. e. the Tables of the Law, Deut. 9.11. Heb. 9.4. And the Lawgiving, i. e. the judicial Law, the former being understood of the Moral;
And the Covenants, i. e. the Tables of the Law, Deuteronomy 9.11. Hebrew 9.4. And the Lawgiving, i. e. the judicial Law, the former being understood of the Moral;
Before I proceed, I would have you make this use of what has been said. 1. Was God so good to his People of Old? And is not he the same still, Yesterday, to Day,
Before I proceed, I would have you make this use of what has been said. 1. Was God so good to his People of Old? And is not he the same still, Yesterday, to Day,
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The Mercy of the Lord endureth for ever. 2. When the Lord's peculiar ones provoked him with their Sins, they were not privileged with an exemption from Punishments,
The Mercy of the Lord Endureth for ever. 2. When the Lord's peculiar ones provoked him with their Sins, they were not privileged with an exemption from Punishments,
For now there are Thousands in Germany, Thousands in France, Thousands in Britaine, Netherlands. 2. Christ himself is now actually come, Dead, Risen, Ascended and Glorified,
For now there Are Thousands in Germany, Thousands in France, Thousands in Britain, Netherlands. 2. christ himself is now actually come, Dead, Risen, Ascended and Glorified,
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They were promised that he should come, and were accordingly to believe on him, which made honest Abraham so to rejoyce in seeing his Day, though but a far off.
They were promised that he should come, and were accordingly to believe on him, which made honest Abraham so to rejoice in seeing his Day, though but a Far off.
O how good is the Lord then to us, whose lot is fallen under this dispensation of Grace, where we may clearly discern, that the work of reconciliation between God and us, is perfectly accomplished, Divine Justice is satisfied to the full,
O how good is the Lord then to us, whose lot is fallen under this Dispensation of Grace, where we may clearly discern, that the work of reconciliation between God and us, is perfectly accomplished, Divine justice is satisfied to the full,
a Yoak that neither they nor their Fathers were well able to bear, Acts 15.10. Their Ceremonies were so many, and each of them significant, that it was a great burden to their Memories to remember all:
a Yoke that neither they nor their Father's were well able to bear, Acts 15.10. Their Ceremonies were so many, and each of them significant, that it was a great burden to their Memories to Remember all:
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and all at Jerusalem, but now the goodness of God to us is in this, that he does not put us upon any such tedious Journies, he does not require such chargeable Sacrifices of us, not so limit his Worship to any one place,
and all At Jerusalem, but now the Goodness of God to us is in this, that he does not put us upon any such tedious Journeys, he does not require such chargeable Sacrifices of us, not so limit his Worship to any one place,
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upon this account also, that it was a Wall of separation, in a visible way to distinguish between the Jews and us, to signify that they were the People of God and we not, Ephes. 2.14. Colos. 2.14. 4. Their Ordinances were comparatively carnal, Heb. 9.10. Which stood only in Meats and Drinks and Washings, and were imposed on them till the time of Reformation; ours are far more Spiritual;
upon this account also, that it was a Wall of separation, in a visible Way to distinguish between the jews and us, to signify that they were the People of God and we not, Ephesians 2.14. Colos 2.14. 4. Their Ordinances were comparatively carnal, Hebrew 9.10. Which stood only in Meats and Drinks and Washings, and were imposed on them till the time of Reformation; ours Are Far more Spiritual;
and we are, be the same for substance, yet in respect of the diversity of administration, our mercy far exceeds theirs. 1. Their Covenant was in a more legal strain than ours, Rom. 10.5, 6. Moses describeth the Righteousness which is of the Law, That the Man which doth these things shall live by them,
and we Are, be the same for substance, yet in respect of the diversity of administration, our mercy Far exceeds theirs. 1. Their Covenant was in a more Legal strain than ours, Rom. 10.5, 6. Moses Describeth the Righteousness which is of the Law, That the Man which does these things shall live by them,
2. Their's was administred by the Hands of Moses, a typical Mediator only; ours by Christ himself, Gal. 3.19. Heb. 1.1, 2. God who at sundry times, and in divers manners, spake in time past unto the Fathers by the Prophets, hath in these lost Days spoke unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things.
2. Their's was administered by the Hands of Moses, a typical Mediator only; ours by christ himself, Gal. 3.19. Hebrew 1.1, 2. God who At sundry times, and in diverse manners, spoke in time passed unto the Father's by the prophets, hath in these lost Days spoke unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things.
Heb. 12. When the Law was given forth from Sinai, the Mount was all in a Fire, to point at the hot burning Wrath they might look for, in case they were found transgressors;
Hebrew 12. When the Law was given forth from Sinai, the Mount was all in a Fire, to point At the hight burning Wrath they might look for, in case they were found transgressors;
and such other temporal things, according to Deut. 28. But now though we cannot by vertue of a promise expect blessings of this kind upon our observation of Divine Precepts,
and such other temporal things, according to Deuteronomy 28. But now though we cannot by virtue of a promise expect blessings of this kind upon our observation of Divine Precepts,
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And Acts 4. Through manifold Temptations or Tribulations, we must all enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. And 1 Tim. 2.12. All that will live Godly in Christ Jesus, must suffer Persection;
And Acts 4. Through manifold Temptations or Tribulations, we must all enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. And 1 Tim. 2.12. All that will live Godly in christ jesus, must suffer Persecution;
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yet we may expect Spiritual Blessings, and that in a greater measure than they. 1. We are promised greater plenty of Spiritual Knowledge than they. That of Isa. 11.9. relates to gospel-Times.
yet we may expect Spiritual Blessings, and that in a greater measure than they. 1. We Are promised greater plenty of Spiritual Knowledge than they. That of Isaiah 11.9. relates to Gospel times.
The Earth shall be full of the Knowledge of the Lord, as the Waters cover the Sea. And 35.5. Then shall the eyes of the blind be opened, and the ears of the deaf be unstopped. And 32.3, 4. And 42.16. I will bring the blind by a way they know not, I will lead them in paths they have not known:
The Earth shall be full of the Knowledge of the Lord, as the Waters cover the Sea. And 35.5. Then shall the eyes of the blind be opened, and the ears of the deaf be unstopped. And 32.3, 4. And 42.16. I will bring the blind by a Way they know not, I will led them in paths they have not known:
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2 Cor. 3.15, 16, 18. And 4.3. The Preaching of the Gospel is not Darkned with Types, Figures and Ceremonies as in the Days of old. 2. Spiritual Fruitfulness is promised to us, Matth 21.41. The Kingdom of God shall be taken from you Jews, and given to a Nation bringing forth the Fruits thereof.
2 Cor. 3.15, 16, 18. And 4.3. The Preaching of the Gospel is not Darkened with Types, Figures and Ceremonies as in the Days of old. 2. Spiritual Fruitfulness is promised to us, Matthew 21.41. The Kingdom of God shall be taken from you jews, and given to a nation bringing forth the Fruits thereof.
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Isa. 35.7, 8. In the wilderness shall waters break out, and streams in the desert, and the parched ground shall become a pool, and the thirsty land Springs of water;
Isaiah 35.7, 8. In the Wilderness shall waters break out, and streams in the desert, and the parched ground shall become a pool, and the thirsty land Springs of water;
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in the habitation of dragons, where each lay, shall be reeds and rushes. 3. Spiritual peace, joy and comfort is promised to our Days, Isa. 32.17. The Work of Righteousness shall be peace, and the effect of Righteousness quietness and assurance for ever, Rom. 5. Begin:
in the habitation of dragons, where each lay, shall be reeds and Rushes. 3. Spiritual peace, joy and Comfort is promised to our Days, Isaiah 32.17. The Work of Righteousness shall be peace, and the Effect of Righteousness quietness and assurance for ever, Rom. 5. Begin:
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Being justified by Faith, we have Peace with God through Jesus Christ our Lord, by whom also we have access by Faith into this Grace wherein we stand and rejoyce in hope of the Glory of God,
Being justified by Faith, we have Peace with God through jesus christ our Lord, by whom also we have access by Faith into this Grace wherein we stand and rejoice in hope of the Glory of God,
4. We have the promise of the Spirit more than they, Joel 2.28. I will pour out my Spirit upon all Flesh. Acts 2.17. Isa. 44.3. O how good is the Lord to us in this respect, if we are not wanting to our selves through unbelief;
4. We have the promise of the Spirit more than they, Joel 2.28. I will pour out my Spirit upon all Flesh. Acts 2.17. Isaiah 44.3. O how good is the Lord to us in this respect, if we Are not wanting to our selves through unbelief;
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1. Let Men and Angels be summoned in to admire and adore, let our Souls and all that's within us, Extoll and Magnifie the rich Grace and Goodness of this God, that has cast off his Ancient People,
1. Let Men and Angels be summoned in to admire and adore, let our Souls and all that's within us, Extol and Magnify the rich Grace and goodness of this God, that has cast off his Ancient People,
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and made us heirs of the promises, Rom. 11.17. O the depth of the Riches both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God, how unsearchable are his Judgments and his Ways past finding out!
and made us Heirs of the promises, Rom. 11.17. O the depth of the Riches both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God, how unsearchable Are his Judgments and his Ways passed finding out!
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and private Christians are in some respects privileged beyond their Church Officers, Rev. 1.4. He hath made us Kings and Priests to God, to offer up Spiritual Sacrifices of Praise and Thanksgiving to him through Christ.
and private Christians Are in Some respects privileged beyond their Church Officers, Rev. 1.4. He hath made us Kings and Priests to God, to offer up Spiritual Sacrifices of Praise and Thanksgiving to him through christ.
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2. Study to walk worthy of this goodness of the Lord unto all well-pleasing, Col. 1. Let every Soul say, O what shall I render to the Lord. 1. Take heed thou dost not live in any the least Sin; beware of Ignorance;
2. Study to walk worthy of this Goodness of the Lord unto all Well-pleasing, Col. 1. Let every Soul say, Oh what shall I render to the Lord. 1. Take heed thou dost not live in any the least since; beware of Ignorance;
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if any thing prove the Condemnation of the World, it will be this, That light is come, and they de light in darkness more than in light, John 3.19. We may now say, 2 Cor. 4.3.
if any thing prove the Condemnation of the World, it will be this, That Light is come, and they de Light in darkness more than in Light, John 3.19. We may now say, 2 Cor. 4.3.
If our Gospel be hid, it's hid to them that Perish. beware of unbelief, John 3.18. He that believeth not on him, is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the Name of the only begotten Son of God.
If our Gospel be hid, it's hid to them that Perish. beware of unbelief, John 3.18. He that Believeth not on him, is condemned already, Because he hath not believed in the Name of the only begotten Son of God.
O beware of ingratitude, and turning Grace into Wantonness, Jude 4. There are certain Men who were before of old ordained to Condemnation, ungodly Men turning the Grace of God into Lasciviousness — Say rather Rom. 6.1. Shall I Sin because I am under Grace? God forbid.
Oh beware of ingratitude, and turning Grace into Wantonness, U^de 4. There Are certain Men who were before of old ordained to Condemnation, ungodly Men turning the Grace of God into Lasciviousness — Say rather Rom. 6.1. Shall I since Because I am under Grace? God forbid.
2. Think it not enough to abstain from Sin, and to have true Grace, but that your Graces may in some measure be answerable to the Covenant you are under;
2. Think it not enough to abstain from since, and to have true Grace, but that your Graces may in Some measure be answerable to the Covenant you Are under;
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has God been pleased to make great promises, and wilt not thou labour for such a Faith as may apply these promises according to their full Latitude and extent? Has God now manifested the Riches of his Grace in reconciling the World to himself, through his Son, declaring also, that whosoever will believe on him shall be saved? And why art thou still in a doubting and questioning Condition? 3. Lay out your selves in glorifying this good God, especially in these two. 1. In a Gospel-Frame of Spirit, Col. 3.12. Put on therefore as the Elect of God, dearly and beloved bowels of Mercies, kindness, Humbleness of Mind, Meekness, long-Suffering, forbearing one another and forgiving one another:
has God been pleased to make great promises, and wilt not thou labour for such a Faith as may apply these promises according to their full Latitude and extent? Has God now manifested the Riches of his Grace in reconciling the World to himself, through his Son, declaring also, that whosoever will believe on him shall be saved? And why art thou still in a doubting and questioning Condition? 3. Lay out your selves in glorifying this good God, especially in these two. 1. In a Gospel frame of Spirit, Col. 3.12. Put on Therefore as the Elect of God, dearly and Beloved bowels of mercies, kindness, Humbleness of Mind, Meekness, long-Suffering, forbearing one Another and forgiving one Another:
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and lets us put on the armour of light, let us walk honestly, as in the day, not in rioting and drunkenness, not in strife and envying, not in Chambering and wantonness,
and lets us put on the armour of Light, let us walk honestly, as in the day, not in rioting and Drunkenness, not in strife and envying, not in Chambering and wantonness,
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Learn Contentation with a suffering Condition, and a persecuted State: Live by Faith on the promises made to persons in such a Condition, John 16.33. In the World ye shall have tribulation, but be of good chear, I have overcome the World.
Learn Contentation with a suffering Condition, and a persecuted State: Live by Faith on the promises made to Persons in such a Condition, John 16.33. In the World you shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the World.
wherefore let them that suffer according to the Will of God, commit the keeping of their Souls to him in well-doing, as unto a faithful Creator. And 5.10.
Wherefore let them that suffer according to the Will of God, commit the keeping of their Souls to him in welldoing, as unto a faithful Creator. And 5.10.
Rom. 8.17, 18, 35, 36. 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. Lastly, Study a thankfull improvement of your privileges for all God's goodness towards your. 1. Seeing it cost Christ no less than his precious Blood to purchase a liberty for you, from the Mosaical Ceremonies, which were once of Divine Institution,
Rom. 8.17, 18, 35, 36. 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. Lastly, Study a thankful improvement of your privileges for all God's Goodness towards your. 1. Seeing it cost christ no less than his precious Blood to purchase a liberty for you, from the Mosaical Ceremonies, which were once of Divine Institution,
and consequently much more from such as are of meer humane institution, whether Heathenish or Antichristian, you ought not upon any pretence whatsoever, suffer your selves to be intangled again with that Yoak of Bondage:
and consequently much more from such as Are of mere humane Institution, whither Heathenish or Antichristian, you ought not upon any pretence whatsoever, suffer your selves to be entangled again with that Yoke of Bondage:
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Christian Liberty is not easily to be parted with, because it cost Christ so dear. 2. All that mediatory fulness of Grace and Spirit that's in Jesus Christ, is freely made over to us, let's therefore improve this privilege,
Christian Liberty is not Easily to be parted with, Because it cost christ so dear. 2. All that mediatory fullness of Grace and Spirit that's in jesus christ, is freely made over to us, let's Therefore improve this privilege,
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From this overflowing Fountain, say thus, Lord, I want Wisdom, Faith, Patience, Power against Corruptions, Temptations, Enemies — in my Flesh dwells no good thing;
From this overflowing Fountain, say thus, Lord, I want Wisdom, Faith, Patience, Power against Corruptions, Temptations, Enemies — in my Flesh dwells no good thing;
Out of thy Son's fulness let me receive grace for grace, Joh. 1.16. 3. Through that new and living way, we have liberty of access to the throne of Grace.
Out of thy Son's fullness let me receive grace for grace, John 1.16. 3. Through that new and living Way, we have liberty of access to the throne of Grace.
with a holy and humble boldness, Heb. 2. end, and 4. end, and 10.22, 23, 24. 4. Through God's gracious Goodness, we are made joint heirs with Christ, his Blessings, Benefits, Death and Intercession, are all ours;
with a holy and humble boldness, Hebrew 2. end, and 4. end, and 10.22, 23, 24. 4. Through God's gracious goodness, we Are made joint Heirs with christ, his Blessings, Benefits, Death and Intercession, Are all ours;
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If Christ hath triumphed over Principalities and Powers, Sin and Satan, Death and the World, what is Man, O Gospel Saint, that thou art afraid of him;
If christ hath triumphed over Principalities and Powers, since and Satan, Death and the World, what is Man, Oh Gospel Saint, that thou art afraid of him;
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and that in these respects. 1. He did, as it were from Heaven, give an immediate Call and extraordinary Commission to John Baptist to be the Harbinger and For-runner of the Son of God and Saviour of the World.
and that in these respects. 1. He did, as it were from Heaven, give an immediate Call and extraordinary Commission to John Baptist to be the Harbinger and For-runner of the Son of God and Saviour of the World.
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It was he that first brought into the World the good news of the near approach of the Kingdom of Heaven, which did call aloud upon them to Repent, Matth. 3.2.
It was he that First brought into the World the good news of the near approach of the Kingdom of Heaven, which did call aloud upon them to repent, Matthew 3.2.
See further of him, Is. 40.3. Mal. 4.5, 6. Matth. 3.7, 8,9. Mark 1.8. Luke 3.16. Joh. 1.26. Matth. 3.11, 12. Matth. 11.14. Luke 1.15, 16, 17. 2. The primitive Church was honour'd with Christ's own corporal Presence amongst them;
See further of him, Is. 40.3. Malachi 4.5, 6. Matthew 3.7, 8,9. Mark 1.8. Lycia 3.16. John 1.26. Matthew 3.11, 12. Matthew 11.14. Lycia 1.15, 16, 17. 2. The primitive Church was honoured with Christ's own corporal Presence among them;
the greatness of which Mercy may appear from the Consideration of these Circumstances. 1. The number of primitive Church-Officers was perfect and compleat for species and kind, there was none wanting which her Condition did then call for.
the greatness of which Mercy may appear from the Consideration of these circumstances. 1. The number of primitive Church-Officers was perfect and complete for species and kind, there was none wanting which her Condition did then call for.
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and Government of the Church, 1 Tim. 5. And Deacons, who were to take care of the Poor, Acts 6. begin ▪ 2. There was then a parity and equality of all Officers in their kinds:
and Government of the Church, 1 Tim. 5. And Deacons, who were to take care of the Poor, Acts 6. begin ▪ 2. There was then a parity and equality of all Officers in their Kinds:
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Matth. 20.21, 22, 23, 24. When the ten heard what the Mother of Zebedee 's Children had asked for her two Sons, they were moved with indignation against them:
Matthew 20.21, 22, 23, 24. When the ten herd what the Mother of Zebedee is Children had asked for her two Sons, they were moved with Indignation against them:
And as one Apostle was not over the rest of the Apostles, so there was a parity between Bishops and Presbyters, i. e. ordinary Preaching and Ruling Officers or Elders;
And as one Apostle was not over the rest of the Apostles, so there was a parity between Bishops and Presbyters, i. e. ordinary Preaching and Ruling Officers or Elders;
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they were not two distinct Offices nor Officers; as may appear from Act. 20.17. with 28. whom he had called Presbyters v. 17. he calls Bishops v. 28. 2. From Philip. 1.1. he directs the Epistle to the Bishops and Deacons:
they were not two distinct Offices nor Officers; as may appear from Act. 20.17. with 28. whom he had called Presbyters v. 17. he calls Bishops v. 28. 2. From Philip. 1.1. he directs the Epistle to the Bishops and Deacons:
therefore the Bishops there spoken of, were only ordinary Church Officers: This is the observation of Chrysostome on the Text. 3. From Tit. 1.5. with 7. For this cause left I thee in Crete to ordain Presbyters;
Therefore the Bishops there spoken of, were only ordinary Church Officers: This is the observation of Chrysostom on the Text. 3. From Tit. 1.5. with 7. For this cause left I thee in Crete to ordain Presbyters;
the qualifications required in both are the same, therefore they are not distinct Officers. 4. From 1 Pet. 5.1, 2. The Apostle exhorts the Presbyters to watch over their Flocks — v. 5. taking the oversight of them, NONLATINALPHABET, Bishoping it over them:
the qualifications required in both Are the same, Therefore they Are not distinct Officers. 4. From 1 Pet. 5.1, 2. The Apostle exhorts the Presbyters to watch over their Flocks — v. 5. taking the oversight of them,, Bishopric it over them:
The Work of both is the same, and therefore the Office is the same. 5. From Ephes. 4.11, 12. where all sorts of Officers, both extraordinary and ordinary, are reckon'd;
The Work of both is the same, and Therefore the Office is the same. 5. From Ephesians 4.11, 12. where all sorts of Officers, both extraordinary and ordinary, Are reckoned;
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where the Apostle gives Rules for the Examination and Ordination of a Bishop, and then immediately he passes to the Office of a Deacon, without so much as mentioning any thing of a Presbyter;
where the Apostle gives Rules for the Examination and Ordination of a Bishop, and then immediately he passes to the Office of a Deacon, without so much as mentioning any thing of a Presbyter;
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whereas formerly it was confin'd within the compass of the Land of Judea; such is the goodness of God to the Sons of Men now, that he is not willing any should perish,
whereas formerly it was confined within the compass of the Land of Judea; such is the Goodness of God to the Sons of Men now, that he is not willing any should perish,
but all should come to the knowledge of the Truth. See Act. 10.28, 34, 35. Mark 16.15. Luke 24.47. Act. 1.8. and 20.21. Rom. 1.4, 5. 4. He did furnish the Apostles with variety of eminent Gifts and Graces, suitable to their Work;
but all should come to the knowledge of the Truth. See Act. 10.28, 34, 35. Mark 16.15. Lycia 24.47. Act. 1.8. and 20.21. Rom. 1.4, 5. 4. He did furnish the Apostles with variety of eminent Gifts and Graces, suitable to their Work;
they had such a Gift of Preaching, that they needed not Read or Study, but they spake by immediate Inspiration from the Holy Ghost, Gal. 1.11, 12. Eph. 3.3. At one of their Sermons three Thousand were Converted, Act. 2.41. At another five Thousand, Act. 4.4. They had a Spirit of Prayer, they needed not a Book to read a Prayer by a set form:
they had such a Gift of Preaching, that they needed not Read or Study, but they spoke by immediate Inspiration from the Holy Ghost, Gal. 1.11, 12. Ephesians 3.3. At one of their Sermons three Thousand were Converted, Act. 2.41. At Another five Thousand, Act. 4.4. They had a Spirit of Prayer, they needed not a Book to read a Prayer by a Set from:
They had the Gist of working Miracles, Matth. 10.8. By laying on of hands they could confer the gift of the Holy Ghost upon others, Act. 8.17. and 10.44. and 19.6. In matters of Faith, that concerned the Salvation of Sinners, and the Church's Edification, they were acted by a Spirit of infallibility, Joh. 16.13. They could inflict corporal Punishments upon notorious Hypocrites and Blasphemers, Act. 5.9, 10. and 13.11. 2 Cor. 10.6. They were endued with a prophetical Spirit, whereby they could foretel things to come, Rom. 11.5, 26. 2 Thess. 2.2. 1 Tim. 4.1. 2 Tim. 3.1. Joh. 16.13. The whole Book of the Revelation is prophetical.
They had the Gist of working Miracles, Matthew 10.8. By laying on of hands they could confer the gift of the Holy Ghost upon Others, Act. 8.17. and 10.44. and 19.6. In matters of Faith, that concerned the Salvation of Sinners, and the Church's Edification, they were acted by a Spirit of infallibility, John 16.13. They could inflict corporal Punishments upon notorious Hypocrites and Blasphemers, Act. 5.9, 10. and 13.11. 2 Cor. 10.6. They were endued with a prophetical Spirit, whereby they could foretell things to come, Rom. 11.5, 26. 2 Thess 2.2. 1 Tim. 4.1. 2 Tim. 3.1. John 16.13. The Whole Book of the Revelation is prophetical.
4. Consider the Church it self, and God's goodness was great to them in these respects. 1. Of Ordinances. 2. Order and Government. 3. Of the Purity and Simplicity of the Truth in those days. 4. Of their Gifts. 5. Their Graces. 6. Perseverance. 7. Sufferings. 1st. They had no Ordinances but what were of Divine Institution; these also were divinely Administred;
4. Consider the Church it self, and God's Goodness was great to them in these respects. 1. Of Ordinances. 2. Order and Government. 3. Of the Purity and Simplicity of the Truth in those days. 4. Of their Gifts. 5. Their Graces. 6. Perseverance. 7. Sufferings. 1st. They had no Ordinances but what were of Divine Institution; these also were divinely Administered;
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and a glorious Presence of God was that, that did highly beautifie all their Administrations. Act. 4.31. When they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled, and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost.
and a glorious Presence of God was that, that did highly beautify all their Administrations. Act. 4.31. When they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled, and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost.
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In respect of his Prophetical Office, he did shew himself, in all their Church-Administrations, to be full of Wisdom, Gravity, Prudence, and Understanding;
In respect of his Prophetical Office, he did show himself, in all their Church administrations, to be full of Wisdom, Gravity, Prudence, and Understanding;
He did triumphantly conquer many stout-hearted and rebellious Sinners, by virtue of his Kingly Power and Regal Authority in his Ordinances, Ps. 110.3, 4. and 45. 2dly, God was good in respect of that good Order, Discipline and Government that was amongst them:
He did triumphantly conquer many stouthearted and rebellious Sinners, by virtue of his Kingly Power and Regal authority in his Ordinances, Ps. 110.3, 4. and 45. 2dly, God was good in respect of that good Order, Discipline and Government that was among them:
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Christ himself was their Soveraign and Supreme Law-giver in all Church-matters, according to what was Prophesied, Is. 9.6, 7. The government shall be upon his shoulders: Zech. 6.13. Even he shall build the temple of the Lord, and he shall bear the glory;
christ himself was their Sovereign and Supreme Lawgiver in all Church-matters, according to what was Prophesied, Is. 9.6, 7. The government shall be upon his shoulders: Zechariah 6.13. Even he shall built the temple of the Lord, and he shall bear the glory;
The Keys of the Kingdom of Heaven were put in the hands of those that were faithful: Of Peter, Matth. 16.19. Of all the Apostles, Joh. 20. Of the whole Church, Matth. 18.17, 18. Herein was their Order and Polity;
The Keys of the Kingdom of Heaven were put in the hands of those that were faithful: Of Peter, Matthew 16.19. Of all the Apostles, John 20. Of the Whole Church, Matthew 18.17, 18. Herein was their Order and Polity;
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as Mr. Jacob proves by an hundred Testimonies out of the purest Antiquity, they had the power of choosing their own Officers, Act. 1. end, and 6. begin. Of admitting Members,
as Mr. Jacob Proves by an hundred Testimonies out of the Purest Antiquity, they had the power of choosing their own Officers, Act. 1. end, and 6. begin. Of admitting Members,
as in the case of Saul 's seeking to adjoin himself, who was hindred by the Brethren of the Church, till they received satisfaction from Barnabas ' s.
as in the case of Saul is seeking to adjoin himself, who was hindered by the Brothers of the Church, till they received satisfaction from Barnabas ' s.
Act. Of casting out offending Members, 1 Cor. 5. Of re-admitting Excommunicate Penitents, 2 Cor. 2. Their order was, that no particular Church did arrogate Power or Jurisdiction over other particular Churches;
Act. Of casting out offending Members, 1 Cor. 5. Of readmitting Excommunicate Penitents, 2 Cor. 2. Their order was, that no particular Church did arrogate Power or Jurisdiction over other particular Churches;
the Church of Antioch 's sending to Jerusalem, Act. 15. to consult with them concerning some Doctrinal Differences, does argue, That they had full power to determine the matter among themselves, without making any appeal:
the Church of Antioch is sending to Jerusalem, Act. 15. to consult with them Concerning Some Doctrinal Differences, does argue, That they had full power to determine the matter among themselves, without making any appeal:
their order was, that they did not press things indifferent upon scrupling Consciences, as if they had been necessary, Rom. 14. 1 Cor. 8. and 9. Chapters:
their order was, that they did not press things indifferent upon Scrutining Consciences, as if they had been necessary, Rom. 14. 1 Cor. 8. and 9. Chapters:
for I fear left as by any means the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.
for I Fear left as by any means the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtlety, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in christ.
4. Herein was the Glory of the Primitive Church, That not only the Officers, but also many of their Members, were Men singularly qualified with gifts. 1 Cor. 1.5, 7. By him ye are enriched in every thing;
4. Herein was the Glory of the Primitive Church, That not only the Officers, but also many of their Members, were Men singularly qualified with Gifts. 1 Cor. 1.5, 7. By him you Are enriched in every thing;
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in all utterance, and in all knowledge: So that ye come behind in no Gift. See 1 Cor. 14. Act. 8. Mark 16.17. These signs shall follow them that believe, in my name shall they cast out Devils;
in all utterance, and in all knowledge: So that you come behind in no Gift. See 1 Cor. 14. Act. 8. Mark 16.17. These Signs shall follow them that believe, in my name shall they cast out Devils;
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5. God was good to them in respect of Grace: Rom. 15.14. And I my self am perswaded of you brethren, that ye are full of goodness. 1 Cor. 1.2. Eph. 1.3, 4, 5. Philip. 1.3, 4, 5, 6, 7. being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:
5. God was good to them in respect of Grace: Rom. 15.14. And I my self am persuaded of you brothers, that you Are full of Goodness. 1 Cor. 1.2. Ephesians 1.3, 4, 5. Philip. 1.3, 4, 5, 6, 7. being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of jesus christ:
and of the love which ye have to all the Saints. 1 Thes. 1.3. Remembering without ceasing, your work of Faith, your labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and of our Father;
and of the love which you have to all the Saints. 1 Thebes 1.3. Remembering without ceasing, your work of Faith, your labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord jesus christ, in the sighed of God and of our Father;
It was no small part of their Glory that they did so abound in Love, which did evidence it self in two notable Acts 1. They kept the unity of the Spirit in the Bond of Peace;
It was no small part of their Glory that they did so abound in Love, which did evidence it self in two notable Acts 1. They kept the unity of the Spirit in the Bound of Peace;
The multitude of them that believed, were of one Heart, and of one Soul. 2. There was none of them wanted necessaries so long as others had wherewithall to supply them, 2 Cor. 9.12, 13, 14. The administration of this service, not only supplieth the want of the Saints,
The multitude of them that believed, were of one Heart, and of one Soul. 2. There was none of them wanted necessaries so long as Others had wherewithal to supply them, 2 Cor. 9.12, 13, 14. The administration of this service, not only supplieth the want of the Saints,
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Rom. 15.25, 26, 27. I go to Jerusalem to minister to the Saints, for it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia, to make a certain contribution for the poor Saints which are at Jerusalem, it hath pleased them verily and their debtors they are:
Rom. 15.25, 26, 27. I go to Jerusalem to minister to the Saints, for it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia, to make a certain contribution for the poor Saints which Are At Jerusalem, it hath pleased them verily and their debtors they Are:
6. In all Changes and Conditions, they were constant, still one and the same, not sickle or variable, some times for one thing, sometimes for another, Acts 2.42. And they continued steadfastly in the Apostles doctrine and in fellowship, and in breaking of bread and in prayers. 46.47.
6. In all Changes and Conditions, they were constant, still one and the same, not fickle or variable, Some times for one thing, sometime for Another, Acts 2.42. And they continued steadfastly in the Apostles Doctrine and in fellowship, and in breaking of bred and in Prayers. 46.47.
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And they continued daily in the Temple with one accord, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, praising God,
And they continued daily in the Temple with one accord, and breaking bred from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, praising God,
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and hast not denied my Faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful Martyr — Lastly, The Lord was graciously pleased to confer the Honour of Martyrdom upon them:
and hast not denied my Faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful Martyr — Lastly, The Lord was graciously pleased to confer the Honour of Martyrdom upon them:
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O Blessed be the Lord that ever there was such a one as the Apostle Paul — O Blessed be the Lord for the Truths, Ordinances, Gifts and Graces that were communicated to them;
O Blessed be the Lord that ever there was such a one as the Apostle Paul — Oh Blessed be the Lord for the Truths, Ordinances, Gifts and Graces that were communicated to them;
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we are in a sense sharers in the Mercies, What was then written or transacted, said or done, was all for our Instruction. 2. Did the Lord give forth such an abundant measure of the Spirit, at the first Plantation of the Gospel, according to what the Work of that Day did require, which was to bring the carnal Jews from off their Ceremonies,
we Are in a sense sharers in the mercies, What was then written or transacted, said or done, was all for our Instruction. 2. Did the Lord give forth such an abundant measure of the Spirit, At the First Plantation of the Gospel, according to what the Work of that Day did require, which was to bring the carnal jews from off their Ceremonies,
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and the heathenish Gentiles from Satan to God, who must see Miracles, otherwise they will not believe? Let us believe and be confident that the same good God will not be wanting to proportion the Gifts and Graces of his Churches and Servants to the Work of this our Day, which is the reformation of Religion from Antichristianism.
and the Heathenish Gentiles from Satan to God, who must see Miracles, otherwise they will not believe? Let us believe and be confident that the same good God will not be wanting to proportion the Gifts and Graces of his Churches and Servants to the Work of this our Day, which is the Reformation of Religion from Antichristianism.
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Blessed be the Lord for any small bedewings and besprinklings of the Spirit poured forth upon any in our times in order hereunto. 3. Let us from hence bemoan our selves,
Blessed be the Lord for any small bedewings and besprinklings of the Spirit poured forth upon any in our times in order hereunto. 3. Let us from hence bemoan our selves,
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and others that go under the Name of Churches of Christ, who have degenerated so far from them in Doctrine, Discipline, Worship, Gifts, Graces, Holiness of Conversation, Perseverance in Sufferings — contraria mixta seposita clarius elucescunt:
and Others that go under the Name of Churches of christ, who have degenerated so Far from them in Doctrine, Discipline, Worship, Gifts, Graces, Holiness of Conversation, Perseverance in Sufferings — contraria Mixed Seposita Clarius elucescunt:
In the primitive times Christ placed us in a kind of Paradise, but we have not kept our first Habitation. 4. Let's not only remember whence we are fallen,
In the primitive times christ placed us in a kind of Paradise, but we have not kept our First Habitation. 4. Let's not only Remember whence we Are fallen,
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continue steadfastly in the Apostles Doctrine, in fellowship, in breaking of Bread and Prayers as they did — No sufferings frighted them from following the Lamb;
continue steadfastly in the Apostles Doctrine, in fellowship, in breaking of Bred and Prayers as they did — No sufferings frighted them from following the Lamb;
And here before I come to particulars, it will be necessary to premise these few general considerations as introductory for the clearing of what is further intended. 1. Be it known to you, that immediately upon the Death of the Apostles the Church was in a persecuted state:
And Here before I come to particulars, it will be necessary to premise these few general considerations as introductory for the clearing of what is further intended. 1. Be it known to you, that immediately upon the Death of the Apostles the Church was in a persecuted state:
It's true, it was so in their time, but not as afterwards, when there were publick Laws and Edicts made against the profession and professors of the Christian Religion, providence so ordering it, that they should have some respite till the Gospel and Churches had some Plantation. 2. The time of this persecuted Condition was Three Hundred Years or thereabouts. 3. The Instruments whom the Devil made use of for this diabolical Service, were the heathen Emperors of Rome, Rev. 12.3.
It's true, it was so in their time, but not as afterwards, when there were public Laws and Edicts made against the profession and professors of the Christian Religion, providence so ordering it, that they should have Some respite till the Gospel and Churches had Some Plantation. 2. The time of this persecuted Condition was Three Hundred years or thereabouts. 3. The Instruments whom the devil made use of for this diabolical Service, were the heathen Emperor's of Room, Rev. 12.3.
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The party there combating against Michael and his Angels, Christ and his People is thus described, A great red Dragon, having seven Heads and ten Horns,
The party there combating against Michael and his Angels, christ and his People is thus described, A great read Dragon, having seven Heads and ten Horns,
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as also it was built upon seven Hills, having ten Heads with seven Crowns thereupon, to distinguish Rome - heathen from Rome - Antichristian, Rev. 13.1. That has not only seven Heads and ten Horns, but also Crowns upon the Horns, to intimate that Antichrist made Kingdoms of those that were but Provinces, during the Dragon's Reign under the heathen Emperors. 4. Having perused several writers of great Note, both for Godliness and Learning, upon that transcendantly high mystical Scripture, of the Revelation:
as also it was built upon seven Hills, having ten Heads with seven Crowns thereupon, to distinguish Room - heathen from Room - Antichristian, Rev. 13.1. That has not only seven Heads and ten Horns, but also Crowns upon the Horns, to intimate that Antichrist made Kingdoms of those that were but Provinces, during the Dragon's Reign under the heathen Emperor's. 4. Having perused several writers of great Note, both for Godliness and Learning, upon that transcendently high mystical Scripture, of the Revelation:
It's most probable as I humbly conceive, that they guess right who assert that the Seals Chap. 6. hold forth this State of the Church during the first three Centuries, of which Ch. 12. to verse 13. seems to be explicatory. 5. In treating of this Subject, I shall be necessitated to make use of History, to which I require no more of you but a Historical Faith:
It's most probable as I humbly conceive, that they guess right who assert that the Seals Chap. 6. hold forth this State of the Church during the First three Centuries, of which Christ 12. to verse 13. seems to be explicatory. 5. In treating of this Subject, I shall be necessitated to make use of History, to which I require no more of you but a Historical Faith:
I account it a great Mercy that every Age has had some faithful Servants of God, whose care it has been to transmit to posterity the memorable acts of Divine Providence to his People, Psal. 145.4.
I account it a great Mercy that every Age has had Some faithful Servants of God, whose care it has been to transmit to posterity the memorable acts of Divine Providence to his People, Psalm 145.4.
One generation shall praise thy works to another, and shall declare thy mighty acts, I will speak of the glorious honour of thy Majesty, and of thy wondrous works.
One generation shall praise thy works to Another, and shall declare thy mighty acts, I will speak of the glorious honour of thy Majesty, and of thy wondrous works.
1. God was good to them in giving forth this incomparable rich and rare Monument of the Revelation of John the Divine, the principal scope and intendment whereof was, 1. To forewarn them of the near approach of suffering times, that so they might not be surprized,
1. God was good to them in giving forth this incomparable rich and rare Monument of the Revelation of John the Divine, the principal scope and intendment whereof was, 1. To forewarn them of the near approach of suffering times, that so they might not be surprised,
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and of what continuance. 3. That they should be comforted and encouraged under all, especially upon this two-fold consideration. 1. There's no sufferings shall befall you,
and of what Continuance. 3. That they should be comforted and encouraged under all, especially upon this twofold consideration. 1. There's no sufferings shall befall you,
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but according to the predetermination and fore-appointment of a wise God, and loving Father. 2. Let the Churches troubles be what they will, they shall have a glorious and an assured issue;
but according to the predetermination and foreappointment of a wise God, and loving Father. 2. Let the Churches Troubles be what they will, they shall have a glorious and an assured issue;
seeing this was the good end of God in transmitting this prophetical Piece of holy Writ to us, that it might be a Lanthorn to our Feet to direct our steps in a dark Place:
seeing this was the good end of God in transmitting this prophetical Piece of holy Writ to us, that it might be a Lantern to our Feet to Direct our steps in a dark Place:
only for the Lord's sake study Sobriety, Self-denial, Humility and Spirituality in your perusal, and then there will be no great danger, otherwise there may,
only for the Lord's sake study Sobriety, Self-denial, Humility and Spirituality in your perusal, and then there will be no great danger, otherwise there may,
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2. God's good Providence so ordered it, that their sufferings were for Righteousness sake, Rev. 6.9. They were slain for the word of God, and for the testimony which they held.
2. God's good Providence so ordered it, that their sufferings were for Righteousness sake, Rev. 6.9. They were slave for the word of God, and for the testimony which they held.
The Senate of Rome refused to acknowledge his Divinity, till first by some Act or Law of theirs, it should be so approved of and ratified, Rom. 1.21, 22. Herein the Romans NONLATINALPHABET became vain in their imaginations,
The Senate of Room refused to acknowledge his Divinity, till First by Some Act or Law of theirs, it should be so approved of and ratified, Rom. 1.21, 22. Herein the Romans became vain in their Imaginations,
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tho' much sollicited thereunto, both by promises of great rewards on the one hand, and threatnings of sore punishments on the other, Eustachius a Christian Souldier, with his whole Family, was put to Death,
though much solicited thereunto, both by promises of great rewards on the one hand, and threatenings of soar punishments on the other, Eustace a Christian Soldier, with his Whole Family, was put to Death,
Dioclesian 's own Wife being a Christian suffered on the same account. Marcus Arethusius not only refused to build the Idols Temple, which himself had pulled down,
Diocletian is own Wife being a Christian suffered on the same account. Marcus Arethas not only refused to built the Idols Temple, which himself had pulled down,
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A certain Christian Souldier would needs carry his Garland in his Hand, when his fellows did wear it on their Heads, in Testimony of Honour to their Idols. 3. They suffered because they would not persecute their fellow Christians:
A certain Christian Soldier would needs carry his Garland in his Hand, when his Fellows did wear it on their Heads, in Testimony of Honour to their Idols. 3. They suffered Because they would not persecute their fellow Christians:
A memorable instance is of that Christian Legion of Souldiers, who after an excellent Oration made by Mauritius their Commander to the Emperor Maximinianus, after they had been twice decimated, were afterwards all of them Slain, upon no other account,
A memorable instance is of that Christian Legion of Soldiers, who After an excellent Oration made by Mauritius their Commander to the Emperor Maximinianus, After they had been twice decimated, were afterwards all of them Slave, upon no other account,
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as were contrary to the Law of God. 2 Because they talked so much of the Kingdom of Christ, that in matters of Conference and Worship they acknowledged no Soveraignty nor Laws but his.
as were contrary to the Law of God. 2 Because they talked so much of the Kingdom of christ, that in matters of Conference and Worship they acknowledged no Sovereignty nor Laws but his.
The Emperor Domitian did diligently search for all that were any kin to Christ according to the Flesh, least happily some of them might lay claim to his Crown;
The Emperor Domitian did diligently search for all that were any kin to christ according to the Flesh, least happily Some of them might lay claim to his Crown;
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that the primitive Christians were Enemies to Magistrates and civil Government was a notorious falseshood both their Principles and Practices do abundantly testifie,
that the primitive Christians were Enemies to Magistrates and civil Government was a notorious falseshood both their Principles and Practices do abundantly testify,
for sometimes when there were many hundreds of them Burnt in Churches, and thousands of them that were Soldiers in Arms, able enough to defend themselves, destroyed, they chused to suffer, rather than sinfully to make resistance. 2. They were most abominably slandered by Magicians, Idolatrous Priests, Jews, and other Apostate Christians,
for sometime when there were many hundreds of them Burned in Churches, and thousands of them that were Soldiers in Arms, able enough to defend themselves, destroyed, they chused to suffer, rather than sinfully to make resistance. 2. They were most abominably slandered by Magicians, Idolatrous Priests, jews, and other Apostate Christians,
to wit, Incest, Adultrey, Drunkenness, Inhumanity — 3. Whatever Plagues were inflicted upon Persecutors, the blame of all was cast upon the Christians,
to wit, Incest, Adultery, drunkenness, Inhumanity — 3. Whatever Plagues were inflicted upon Persecutors, the blame of all was cast upon the Christians,
whereas indeed it was their own Sin of Persecuting God's People, and contempt of the Gospel, that occasioned all their judgments. 4. That they suffered for Righteousness, may appear from the Laws which were made against them;
whereas indeed it was their own since of Persecuting God's People, and contempt of the Gospel, that occasioned all their Judgments. 4. That they suffered for Righteousness, may appear from the Laws which were made against them;
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unless it were Men apart, and Women apart, and so Women were to teach Women, contrary to Christs Law. 3. That no Ministers should meet together in any Synod, or otherwise;
unless it were Men apart, and Women apart, and so Women were to teach Women, contrary to Christ Law. 3. That no Ministers should meet together in any Synod, or otherwise;
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The Laws made by Julian for the extirpation of Christianity were these. 1. That no Children of Christians should be trained up in Schools, that so being ignorant, they might be incapacitated to plead for the Christian Religion 2. That none should be beneficed with any place, civil or military,
The Laws made by Julian for the extirpation of Christianity were these. 1. That no Children of Christians should be trained up in Schools, that so being ignorant, they might be incapacitated to plead for the Christian Religion 2. That none should be beneficed with any place, civil or military,
but they that would Sacrifice to Idols. 3. That no Ministers should have any maintenance. 4. Meerly in spite to the Christians, he enacted a toleration to all sorts of Religion;
but they that would Sacrifice to Idols. 3. That no Ministers should have any maintenance. 4. Merely in spite to the Christians, he enacted a toleration to all sorts of Religion;
whence the Jews were encouraged to lay the Foundation of the Temple, that abomination of desolation, against which God did so miraculously appear from Heaven above,
whence the jews were encouraged to lay the Foundation of the Temple, that abomination of desolation, against which God did so miraculously appear from Heaven above,
By the Beasts which cried, Come and see, at the opening of the Seals, the Ministers of Christ are signified, the first was like a Lion, i. e. they did deliver their Masters Message,
By the Beasts which cried, Come and see, At the opening of the Seals, the Ministers of christ Are signified, the First was like a lion, i. e. they did deliver their Masters Message,
they were very Heavenly-minded, and insisted much on such things as might make the Christians Dead to all things here below, such a one was Polycarpus, who thus answered the Proconsul pressing him to deny Christ:
they were very Heavenly-minded, and insisted much on such things as might make the Christians Dead to all things Here below, such a one was Polycarp, who thus answered the Proconsul pressing him to deny christ:
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These Eighty Six Years I have served a good Master, and why should I now deny him? At another time thus, I do even long for the Teeth of the devouring Beasts;
These Eighty Six years I have served a good Master, and why should I now deny him? At Another time thus, I do even long for the Teeth of the devouring Beasts;
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if we consider, how that through their means the Gospel did so triumphantly conquer and captivate the Hearts and Affections of so many hundreds and thousands to the obedience of Christ, that of Rev. 6.2. was applicable to their times.
if we Consider, how that through their means the Gospel did so triumphantly conquer and captivate the Hearts and Affections of so many hundreds and thousands to the Obedience of christ, that of Rev. 6.2. was applicable to their times.
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Plinius reports, That the number of Christians did so encrease, notwithstanding of Persecution, that few or none did frequent the Idols Temples and Sacrifices.
Pliny reports, That the number of Christians did so increase, notwithstanding of Persecution, that few or none did frequent the Idols Temples and Sacrifices.
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3. The greatness of the Mercy did appear in this, That the Lord did raise up some of very great eminency, to plead their Cause against Enemies of all sorts. 1. Quadratus, Aristides, Apollonius, Melito, Asianus, Justin Martyr and Tertullian, did learnedly plead against Persecutors and Presented their Apologeticks to the Emperors. 2. Origen and Celsus did manage their cause against the Heathens. 3. Justin Martyr against the Jews, in his Book called, Dialogus cum Tryphone. 4. Tertullian both against Jews and Gentiles. 5. Irenaeus and Tertullian against Hereticks 4. As they strenuously contended for the truth against all Enemies,
3. The greatness of the Mercy did appear in this, That the Lord did raise up Some of very great eminency, to plead their Cause against Enemies of all sorts. 1. Quadratus, Aristides, Apollonius, Melito, Asianus, Justin Martyr and Tertullian, did learnedly plead against Persecutors and Presented their Apologetics to the Emperor's. 2. Origen and Celsus did manage their cause against the heathens. 3. Justin Martyr against the jews, in his Book called, Dialogus cum Tryphon. 4. Tertullian both against jews and Gentiles. 5. Irnaeus and Tertullian against Heretics 4. As they strenuously contended for the truth against all Enemies,
so they laboured mightily to keep the Churches at peace among themselves, especially Irenaeus and Polycarpus, who kept the Western and Eastern Churches in concord, notwithstanding of their difference about keeping of Easter; the one pleading it should be kept on the Sabbath, the other on the same Day that the Jews of old did observe;
so they laboured mightily to keep the Churches At peace among themselves, especially Irnaeus and Polycarp, who kept the Western and Eastern Churches in concord, notwithstanding of their difference about keeping of Easter; the one pleading it should be kept on the Sabbath, the other on the same Day that the jews of old did observe;
and were very successful, till Victor Bishop of Rome took upon him to excommunicate them of the East, Anno 200 5. They were such as did with all seriousness call aloud upon the Churches to consider the things that were of greatest concernment to them in that Estate.
and were very successful, till Victor Bishop of Room took upon him to excommunicate them of the East, Anno 200 5. They were such as did with all seriousness call aloud upon the Churches to Consider the things that were of greatest concernment to them in that Estate.
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Rev. 6. At the opening of every Seal, they called thus, Come and see. 1. That this was nothing but what was Prophesied of before. 2. Come and see, i. e. consider that these things do not befall you by chance or Fortune,
Rev. 6. At the opening of every Seal, they called thus, Come and see. 1. That this was nothing but what was Prophesied of before. 2. Come and see, i. e. Consider that these things do not befall you by chance or Fortune,
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but take special notice of the Hand of God in all these providential Occurrences. 3. Come and see that Persecutors are limited, they cannot go beyond their Commission no further than Providence permits:
but take special notice of the Hand of God in all these providential Occurrences. 3. Come and see that Persecutors Are limited, they cannot go beyond their Commission no further than Providence permits:
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but were wisely ordered and guided by the Hand of a skillkful Rider. 4. Come and see your own sins as the procuring cause of all these Persecutions and Punishments, inflicted upon you.
but were wisely ordered and guided by the Hand of a skillkful Rider. 4. Come and see your own Sins as the procuring cause of all these Persecutions and Punishments, inflicted upon you.
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Cyprian Lib. 4. Epist. 4. Quicquid patimur, peccata nostra meruere dum viam domini non tenemus, nee data nobis ad salutem caelestia mandata servamus, fecit dominus noster voluntatem patris, at nos non facimus domini voluntatem patrimonio & lucro studentes, superbiam sectantes, aemulationi ac dissentioni vacantes.
Cyprian Lib. 4. Epistle 4. Quicquid patimur, Peccata nostra meruere dum viam domini non tenemus, nee data nobis ad salutem caelestia Commandments servamus, fecit dominus Noster voluntatem patris, At nos non facimus domini voluntatem patrimonio & lucro Students, Superbiam sectantes, aemulationi ac dissentioni vacantes.
nor did they study exactness in keeping the Commands of God, according to the pattern of Christ. 2. They did with two much eagerness pursue after the World. 3. They were Proud. 4. There were Emulations, Dissensions, Envyings and Divisions amongst them. 5. They were not so plainhearted and faithfull in their dealings, as they should have been.
nor did they study exactness in keeping the Commands of God, according to the pattern of christ. 2. They did with two much eagerness pursue After the World. 3. They were Proud. 4. There were Emulations, Dissensions, Envyings and Divisions among them. 5. They were not so plainhearted and faithful in their dealings, as they should have been.
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he cannot away with Sin in any, how near or dear so ever to him. 2. To humble them for their Sins. 3. To exercise their Graces. 4. To discover Hypocrites. 5. That the Truths of the Gospel might be sufficiently confirmed and commended to after Ages, and succeeding Generations:
he cannot away with since in any, how near or dear so ever to him. 2. To humble them for their Sins. 3. To exercise their Graces. 4. To discover Hypocrites. 5. That the Truths of the Gospel might be sufficiently confirmed and commended to After Ages, and succeeding Generations:
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After the Martyrdom of so many, there needs no new Miracles, to make us believe the Gospel. 6. That they might be Patterns to us in point of Suffering, demeaning our selves as they did.
After the Martyrdom of so many, there needs no new Miracles, to make us believe the Gospel. 6. That they might be Patterns to us in point of Suffering, demeaning our selves as they did.
6. Come and see the ends of God in delaying so long to give them deliverance. 1. Because Wicked Men had not yet filled up the measure of their Sins. 2. He had a mind to honour some more of his Servants with the Crown of Martyrdom. Rev. 6.10. And it was said unto them that they should rest for a little season until their fellow servants also and brethren that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled.
6. Come and see the ends of God in delaying so long to give them deliverance. 1. Because Wicked Men had not yet filled up the measure of their Sins. 2. He had a mind to honour Some more of his Servants with the Crown of Martyrdom. Rev. 6.10. And it was said unto them that they should rest for a little season until their fellow Servants also and brothers that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled.
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Histories do relate, that in these purer primitive times, before the Apostacy of Rome, all their Ministers were Martyrs, till Sylvester the first, in Constantine 's days.
Histories do relate, that in these Purer primitive times, before the Apostasy of Room, all their Ministers were Martyrs, till Sylvester the First, in Constantine is days.
and they suffer'd greatly from some that were otherwise morally good Magistrates, to wit, Hadrian, that was called Restaurator Orbis, and Trajan, call'd Princeps Optimus; insomuch, that it afterwards became Proverbial, in Congratulating new Emperors with this Salutation, Foelicior Augusto, melior Trajano;
and they suffered greatly from Some that were otherwise morally good Magistrates, to wit, Hadriani, that was called Restaurator Orbis, and Trajan, called Princeps Optimus; insomuch, that it afterwards became Proverbial, in Congratulating new Emperor's with this Salutation, Foelicior Augusto, melior Trajan;
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so also under Antoninus Pius, and Severus: Morality without Grace is sometimes a greater Enemy to the Gospel and Kingdom of Christ, than open Atheism and Prophaneness.
so also under Antoninus Pius, and Severus: Morality without Grace is sometime a greater Enemy to the Gospel and Kingdom of christ, than open Atheism and Profaneness.
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However, let the Persons and Instruments, under whom they had respite, be what they will, all was still to be attributed to the goodness of God, who did accomplish and bring it to pass, by such wonderful means;
However, let the Persons and Instruments, under whom they had respite, be what they will, all was still to be attributed to the Goodness of God, who did accomplish and bring it to pass, by such wondered means;
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some whereof are these. 1. Antoninus Pius was taken off from Persecuting them by that extraordinary act of Providence, in hearing the Prayers of a Legion of Soldiers that were Christians, whereby his whole Army, in a great strait for Rain, were abundantly refreshed, and his Enemies miraculously defeated;
Some whereof Are these. 1. Antoninus Pius was taken off from Persecuting them by that extraordinary act of Providence, in hearing the Prayers of a Legion of Soldiers that were Christians, whereby his Whole Army, in a great strait for Rain, were abundantly refreshed, and his Enemies miraculously defeated;
2. Aurelianus having issued forth an Edict against the Christians, was so terrified with Thunder that he recalled it. 3. Alexander Severus was perswaded by his Mother Mammea to shew them favour;
2. Aurelianus having issued forth an Edict against the Christians, was so terrified with Thunder that he Recalled it. 3. Alexander Severus was persuaded by his Mother Mammea to show them favour;
she hearing of the Learning of Origin sent for him, and was instructed by him. 4. Hadrian 's Persecution was something mitigated by the Apologies which were presented to him by Aristides and Quadratus. 5. Antoninus Pius was made to relent by Justin Martyr 's Apologetick. 6. Under Trajan the Persecution was staid by Plinius Secundus, who writ to the Emperor concerning their Innocence, That they were not Guilty of the Crimes charged upon them, in regard the Law of their God was very strict against such Sins;
she hearing of the Learning of Origin sent for him, and was instructed by him. 4. Hadriani is Persecution was something mitigated by the Apologies which were presented to him by Aristides and Quadratus. 5. Antoninus Pius was made to relent by Justin Martyr is Apologetic. 6. Under Trajan the Persecution was stayed by Pliny Secundus, who writ to the Emperor Concerning their Innocence, That they were not Guilty of the Crimes charged upon them, in regard the Law of their God was very strict against such Sins;
Fifth under Antoninus Philosophus and Verus, I find nothing recorded of their Death, but Antoninus knew much trouble in his Lifetime, from the Germans, Samaritans, Avidius, Cassius and others.
Fifth under Antoninus Philosophus and Verus, I find nothing recorded of their Death, but Antoninus knew much trouble in his Lifetime, from the Germans, Samaritans, Avidius, Cassius and Others.
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Sixth, under Severus, Anno 208. He was slain at York, by the Northern Men and Scots, and in his time a certain Judge, that pronounced Sentence against Agapetus, a holy Martyr, fell from the Bench, and Died suddenly.
Sixth, under Severus, Anno 208. He was slave At York, by the Northern Men and Scots, and in his time a certain Judge, that pronounced Sentence against Agapetus, a holy Martyr, fell from the Bench, and Died suddenly.
Seventh, under Maximinus Anno, 236. He was killed by his own Son, and Soldiers in his Tent at the Seige of Aquileia. Eighth under Decius, Anno 251. Being overcome by the Scythians or Gothes, he threw himself into a Pit, where he ended his Life,
Seventh, under Maximinus Anno, 236. He was killed by his own Son, and Soldiers in his Tent At the Siege of Aquileia. Eighth under Decius, Anno 251. Being overcome by the Scythians or Goths, he threw himself into a Pit, where he ended his Life,
was slain by Aemilianus, one of his own Captains, together with his Son. Valerianus being overcome by the Persians, Sopor trod upon him while he took Horse.
was slave by Aemilianus, one of his own Captains, together with his Son. Valerian being overcome by the Persians, Sopor trod upon him while he took Horse.
and that by the Hands of Constantine, where these passages of Providence are remarkable. 1. He had a kind of immediate Call from Heaven, both to embrace the Christian Religion,
and that by the Hands of Constantine, where these passages of Providence Are remarkable. 1. He had a kind of immediate Call from Heaven, both to embrace the Christian Religion,
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Eusebius that lived in his time, tells us, That he heard himself relate this, confirming it with an Oath. 2. God preserved him for this Service from the treacherous Design of his Father in Law Maximinianus, his Wife having discovered it to him. 3. Maxentius had made a device to drown him and his Men,
Eusebius that lived in his time, tells us, That he herd himself relate this, confirming it with an Oath. 2. God preserved him for this Service from the treacherous Design of his Father in Law Maximinianus, his Wife having discovered it to him. 3. Maxentius had made a device to drown him and his Men,
And 7.15. 4. Having giving himself to Fasting and Prayer, he obtained Victory over Maximinus and Licinius; and though Licinius had once greatly reproached Christ and Christianity yet being brought to condign Punishment, he was made to confess that great was the Christians God,
And 7.15. 4. Having giving himself to Fasting and Prayer, he obtained Victory over Maximinus and Licinius; and though Licinius had once greatly reproached christ and Christianity yet being brought to condign Punishment, he was made to confess that great was the Christians God,
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1. This calls upon us highly to esteem of the glorious Truths of Christ, in regard they have been Sealed and Witnessed to with the Blood of so many Millions of Martyrs.
1. This calls upon us highly to esteem of the glorious Truths of christ, in regard they have been Sealed and Witnessed to with the Blood of so many Millions of Martyrs.
Take special notice of these three things. 1. Persecution has been in all Ages, an inseparable Concomitant of the plain and faithful Preaching of the Gospel, Matth. 10.34, 35. 2. It was never better with the Church and People of God than in times of Persecution;
Take special notice of these three things. 1. Persecution has been in all Ages, an inseparable Concomitant of the plain and faithful Preaching of the Gospel, Matthew 10.34, 35. 2. It was never better with the Church and People of God than in times of Persecution;
and the number of Converts never more encreased. 3. Be confirmed in this, That the speciality of God's Love in Christ to his People, may very well stand with their being in a Persecuted Condition;
and the number of Converts never more increased. 3. Be confirmed in this, That the speciality of God's Love in christ to his People, may very well stand with their being in a Persecuted Condition;
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3. In all your Sufferings set the Martyrs of those times before you as Patterns for imitation. 1. As I would not have you decline Sufferings for the Gospel and Righteousness sake,
3. In all your Sufferings Set the Martyrs of those times before you as Patterns for imitation. 1. As I would not have you decline Sufferings for the Gospel and Righteousness sake,
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and such as did Suffer, either not for Truth, or without a Call, out of an itching appetite for Honour, were not Enroll'd. 2. In all your Sufferings own Magistracy,
and such as did Suffer, either not for Truth, or without a Call, out of an itching appetite for Honour, were not Enrolled. 2. In all your Sufferings own Magistracy,
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I am sure this was the Doctrine and Practice of Christ, the Apostles and the purer primitive Churches. 3. Shew all Meekness towards your Persecutors, that they may be convinced, it is not through a peevish humoursomness or Pride,
I am sure this was the Doctrine and Practice of christ, the Apostles and the Purer primitive Churches. 3. Show all Meekness towards your Persecutors, that they may be convinced, it is not through a peevish humoursomness or Pride,
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condescend to them in all things civil, unless they impose upon your Consciences, something contrary to God's Word. 4. Shew Love to the Souls of those that hate you with a most cruel hatred, in praying sincerely, heartily,
condescend to them in all things civil, unless they impose upon your Consciences, something contrary to God's Word. 4. Show Love to the Souls of those that hate you with a most cruel hatred, in praying sincerely, heartily,
and constantly for them, Matth. 5. end. 5. Do not use any sinful or unlawful means to deliver your self from sufferings, Heb. 11.25, 26. 6. As I would have none to venture upon sufferings in their own Strength a Fleshly confidence will fail you in an Hour of Temptation,
and constantly for them, Matthew 5. end. 5. Do not use any sinful or unlawful means to deliver your self from sufferings, Hebrew 11.25, 26. 6. As I would have none to venture upon sufferings in their own Strength a Fleshly confidence will fail you in an Hour of Temptation,
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but rather act dependance upon this good God, that when ever he gives the Call, he will proportion thy Strength in some measure to thy Sufferings, 1 Cor. 10.13. 7. These primitive Martyrs were not only patient,
but rather act dependence upon this good God, that when ever he gives the Call, he will proportion thy Strength in Some measure to thy Sufferings, 1 Cor. 10.13. 7. These primitive Martyrs were not only patient,
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but of a chearful Spirit in all their Sufferings, they Sung Psalms to one Jesus. Let this be the Gospel-Frame of Spirit you are of, in every thing give thanks,
but of a cheerful Spirit in all their Sufferings, they Sung Psalms to one jesus. Let this be the Gospel frame of Spirit you Are of, in every thing give thanks,
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and of Faith, in applying particular Promises to your own Souls, and in realizing the Glorious things of Eternity. 9. In all your Sufferings be public Spirited.
and of Faith, in applying particular Promises to your own Souls, and in realizing the Glorious things of Eternity. 9. In all your Sufferings be public Spirited.
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And here it will be necessary for your better understanding of this Subject, to premise a few things. 1. No sooner was the Church delivered from a Persecuted State,
And Here it will be necessary for your better understanding of this Subject, to premise a few things. 1. No sooner was the Church Delivered from a Persecuted State,
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as then they Suffered from professed Pagans, so now they are exercised with Spiritual Judgments, they were pestered with Heresies and Errors from within,
as then they Suffered from professed Pagans, so now they Are exercised with Spiritual Judgments, they were pestered with Heresies and Errors from within,
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as if they shall not now suffer Persecution, but the Denomination of the Churches State, is from that which is Chief and Principal of the two Evils, Heresies were the greatest. 4. The Instruments by whom they suffered, were Antichrist and his Adherents. 5. In treating of these things, I shall take it for granted, that the Churches sufferings in this Age, is contained under the Trumpets, 8. and 9. Chap. of the Revel. 6. I understand the 7th Chap. of the Revel. to be only a preparative to the sounding of the Trumpets,
as if they shall not now suffer Persecution, but the Denomination of the Churches State, is from that which is Chief and Principal of the two Evils, Heresies were the greatest. 4. The Instruments by whom they suffered, were Antichrist and his Adherents. 5. In treating of these things, I shall take it for granted, that the Churches sufferings in this Age, is contained under the Trumpets, 8. and 9. Chap. of the Revel. 6. I understand the 7th Chap. of the Revel. to be only a preparative to the sounding of the Trumpets,
and intervenes between the opening of the 6th and 7th Seals, as also that the 10th Chap. and beginning of the 11th is no new Prophesy distinct from the Prophesy of the Trumpets,
and intervenes between the opening of the 6th and 7th Seals, as also that the 10th Chap. and beginning of the 11th is not new Prophesy distinct from the Prophesy of the Trumpets,
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but only intervenes between the 6th and 7th. 7. I must speak particularly and more largely than I intended of the evils of this Age, that so the Goodness of God in preserving them from the same, may appear to be the greater,
but only intervenes between the 6th and 7th. 7. I must speak particularly and more largely than I intended of the evils of this Age, that so the goodness of God in preserving them from the same, may appear to be the greater,
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1. Take notice, that the Nature of the Evil to ensue is hinted at v. 1, 2. There were Four Angels standing on the four Corners of the Earth, holding the four Winds, that they should not blow upon the Earth,
1. Take notice, that the Nature of the Evil to ensue is hinted At v. 1, 2. There were Four Angels standing on the four Corners of the Earth, holding the four Winds, that they should not blow upon the Earth,
nor any other kind of evil can befal Creatures by chance, but by the Hand of an over-Ruling Divine providence. Four Angels are Empowered and Commissioned from above,
nor any other kind of evil can befall Creatures by chance, but by the Hand of an overruling Divine providence. Four Angels Are Empowered and Commissioned from above,
Observe, Such is God's Goodness, and Christ's tender Care towards his poor People, that he suffers not these Commissioned Executioners of Divine Justice, to go on hastily with their Work, till they were sufficiently prepared and guarded against it. 4. The Great Lord Chancellor, the Keeper of the Great Seal of Heaven, is pleased to set his own Mark upon his chosen Ones, whereby they may be ensafed,
Observe, Such is God's goodness, and Christ's tender Care towards his poor People, that he suffers not these Commissioned Executioners of Divine justice, to go on hastily with their Work, till they were sufficiently prepared and guarded against it. 4. The Great Lord Chancellor, the Keeper of the Great Seal of Heaven, is pleased to Set his own Mark upon his chosen Ones, whereby they may be ensafed,
yet they shall never be able to do their Souls any considerable hurt. 5. herein is the Goodness of God yet further, that during Antichrists Rage, the Sealed Ones are exactly Numbred to a Man, in the Court-Rolls of Heaven One Hundred Forty Four Thousand out of all the Tribes of Israel, i. e.
yet they shall never be able to do their Souls any considerable hurt. 5. herein is the goodness of God yet further, that during Antichrists Rage, the Sealed Ones Are exactly Numbered to a Man, in the Court-rolls of Heaven One Hundred Forty Four Thousand out of all the Tribes of Israel, i. e.
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as the Twelve Tribes of Israel were but few in respect of other Nations, and the Elect of God among themselves, were but few in respect of those that were called Israelites; so the Number of those that are preserved from Antichristian Pollutiones shall be few in respect of a world of carnal Professors, that shall wonder after the Beast. 6. From verse 9. to the end, you have an excellent prophetical hint of their deliverance from Antichristianism,
as the Twelve Tribes of Israel were but few in respect of other nations, and the Elect of God among themselves, were but few in respect of those that were called Israelites; so the Number of those that Are preserved from Antichristian Pollutiones shall be few in respect of a world of carnal Professors, that shall wonder After the Beast. 6. From verse 9. to the end, you have an excellent prophetical hint of their deliverance from Antichristianism,
Tho' it was hardly visible, whether there was a Church or no formerly, yet now they shall openly shew themselves, Cloathed with white Robes, to shew that they have shaken off Popery, with its Doctrine of Merits, Indulgences, Penances and Satisfactions,
Though it was hardly visible, whither there was a Church or not formerly, yet now they shall openly show themselves, Clothed with white Robes, to show that they have shaken off Popery, with its Doctrine of Merits, Indulgences, Penances and Satisfactions,
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and her Glory shall still encrease from one Degree to another, till she be fully possessed of Heaven it self, where their shall be a total exemption from all Evil,
and her Glory shall still increase from one Degree to Another, till she be Fully possessed of Heaven it self, where their shall be a total exemption from all Evil,
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This Eighth Chapter does under the First four Trumpets, contain as I humbly conceive the Churches Sufferings for the next Three Hundred Years after Constantine; where observe. 1. Upon opening the Seventh Seal, there was silence in Heaven for half an hour, i. e. for some short time the Church had some respite from outward Commotions and Troubles;
This Eighth Chapter does under the First four Trumpets, contain as I humbly conceive the Churches Sufferings for the next Three Hundred years After Constantine; where observe. 1. Upon opening the Seventh Seal, there was silence in Heaven for half an hour, i. e. for Some short time the Church had Some respite from outward Commotions and Troubles;
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or it signifies a holy attention in Heaven's Inhabitants, the Christians, to what God shall be pleas'd to speak to them by this Seal, that brings forth Seven several Trumps,
or it signifies a holy attention in Heaven's Inhabitants, the Christians, to what God shall be pleased to speak to them by this Seal, that brings forth Seven several Trumps,
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2. To the Seven Angels, which stood before God, were given Seven Trumpets, v. 2. to intimate God's goodness in this, That he did solemnly denounce Wrath and Judgment against Carnal Christians, that began to corrupt their Ways,
2. To the Seven Angels, which stood before God, were given Seven Trumpets, v. 2. to intimate God's Goodness in this, That he did solemnly denounce Wrath and Judgement against Carnal Christians, that began to corrupt their Ways,
3. Even in those Days God had a Praying People, whose Persons and Prayers found acceptance, through the Intercession of Jesus Christ, Verse 3, 4. Another Angel came, and stood at the Altar, having a golden censer,
3. Even in those Days God had a Praying People, whose Persons and Prayers found acceptance, through the Intercession of jesus christ, Verse 3, 4. another Angel Come, and stood At the Altar, having a golden censer,
And then there were voices, and thundrings, and lightnings, and earthquakes, v. 5. It's he that perfumes the Saints Prayers, that plagues and punishes the world of Apostate Professors with spiritual Judgments;
And then there were voices, and thunderings, and lightnings, and earthquakes, v. 5. It's he that perfumes the Saints Prayers, that plagues and Punishes the world of Apostate Professors with spiritual Judgments;
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and the third part of the trees were burnt up, and all green grass was burnt up, vers. 7. This may be fitly applied to Arrianism, the first spiritual Plague wherewith the Church was pestered even in Constantine 's time;
and the third part of the trees were burned up, and all green grass was burned up, vers. 7. This may be fitly applied to Arianism, the First spiritual Plague wherewith the Church was pestered even in Constantine is time;
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God's goodness under this Trumpet was in these two, 1. There was but a third part of the Trees burnt up, i. e. There were several Persons of great Note, both Magistrates and Ministers, who did,
God's Goodness under this Trumpet was in these two, 1. There was but a third part of the Trees burned up, i. e. There were several Persons of great Note, both Magistrates and Ministers, who did,
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even in those days, faithfully witness to the Truth; of Emperors, Constantine, Valentinian, Gratian, Theodosius; of Ministers, Alexander, Hosius, Foelix Secundus, &c. 2. Tho' Fundamental Truths were much struck at,
even in those days, faithfully witness to the Truth; of Emperor's, Constantine, Valentinian, Gratian, Theodosius; of Ministers, Alexander, Hosius, Felix Secundus, etc. 2. Though Fundamental Truths were much struck At,
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In the Council of Nice, call'd by Constantine, Anno 330. Arrianism was abundantly confuted; in that of Constantinople, Anno 380. under Gratian and Theodosius. Macedonius, and his Followers, called NONLATINALPHABET,
In the Council of Nicaenae, called by Constantine, Anno 330. Arianism was abundantly confuted; in that of Constantinople, Anno 380. under Gratian and Theodosius. Macedonius, and his Followers, called,
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and this did quickly corrupt the Ordinances themselves, the Seas and Ships, by which, Christians, as such, do maintain a Spiritual Trade and Commerce with God and one with another:
and this did quickly corrupt the Ordinances themselves, the Seas and Ships, by which, Christians, as such, do maintain a Spiritual Trade and Commerce with God and one with Another:
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and they were kindled, 1. By their own Pride and Ambition. 2. By reason of the great Benefices bestowed upon them by Constantine; witness that Voice then heard, Hodie venenum effusum est in ecclesiam, this day Poison is poured out on the Church:
and they were kindled, 1. By their own Pride and Ambition. 2. By reason of the great Benefices bestowed upon them by Constantine; witness that Voice then herd, Hodie venenum effusum est in Church, this day Poison is poured out on the Church:
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3. They had the favour of the Emperors, and great Men. 4. Because their Ministry was in the Imperial Seat, they claim'd more than ordinary Privileges. 5. Some good Men, being much wrong'd and injur'd, by the unjust Sentences and Church-Censures, issued forth against them in the Eastern Councils, did address themselves to the Church of Rome, as being then most pure, that they would interpose for some Remedy and Redress, which was afterwards so much abused, That the See of Rome claim'd it as a privilege, That all Appeals should be made to them;
3. They had the favour of the Emperor's, and great Men. 4. Because their Ministry was in the Imperial Seat, they claimed more than ordinary Privileges. 5. some good Men, being much wronged and injured, by the unjust Sentences and Church censures, issued forth against them in the Eastern Councils, did address themselves to the Church of Rome, as being then most pure, that they would interpose for Some Remedy and Redress, which was afterwards so much abused, That the See of Room claimed it as a privilege, That all Appeals should be made to them;
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and some of the choicest Streams thereof, which convey spiritual Light and Life to Souls, were much perverted, the preceding Trumpers did strike at Christ in his Person and Natures, this at his Offices;
and Some of the Choicest Streams thereof, which convey spiritual Light and Life to Souls, were much perverted, the preceding Trumpers did strike At christ in his Person and Nature's, this At his Offices;
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tho' Pelaganism did exceedingly spread through Italy, France, and Britain, yet the Lord had still some eminent Lights in the Church, that set themselves against it;
though Pelaganism did exceedingly spread through Italy, France, and Britain, yet the Lord had still Some eminent Lights in the Church, that Set themselves against it;
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This is applicable to the Sixth Century, wherein lights of all sorts came to be Darkned and Obscured, there was a general decay of Simplicity and Purity in Doctrine, Worship, Discipline and Government;
This is applicable to the Sixth Century, wherein lights of all sorts Come to be Darkened and Obscured, there was a general decay of Simplicity and Purity in Doctrine, Worship, Discipline and Government;
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a thick Veil upon Scriptures, Officers, Ordinances, People, and All; now the Gospel was much eclypsed with Humane Traditions, Cerem•nies, and Superstitions;
a thick Veil upon Scriptures, Officers, Ordinances, People, and All; now the Gospel was much eclipsed with Humane Traditions, Cerem•nies, and Superstitions;
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now we read of building of Abbies and Monastries, of Kings and Queens deserting a Married stare to go a Pilgrimage, meerly out of a blind Devotion, multiplying of holy Days; and many other Superstitious Fopperies.
now we read of building of Abbeys and Monasteries, of Kings and Queen's deserting a Married stare to go a Pilgrimage, merely out of a blind Devotion, multiplying of holy Days; and many other Superstitious Fopperies.
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a third part of the Sun only was darkned, &c. as also from the last verse, which is only a Transition to what follows, intimating, that tho' these four Woes that are past be great,
a third part of the Sun only was darkened, etc. as also from the last verse, which is only a Transition to what follows, intimating, that though these four Woes that Are passed be great,
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A few words of Application. 1. From all this we may learn, That one of the greatest designs that ever the Devil had against the Church was to corrupt Truths, Ordinances, and Worship.
A few words of Application. 1. From all this we may Learn, That one of the greatest designs that ever the devil had against the Church was to corrupt Truths, Ordinances, and Worship.
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Let us therefore Counter-work him in studying and endeavouring nothing more, than the preservation of the Purity of the Gospel both in Doctrine and Worship. 2. So hard a matter it is for Professors and Preachers to have their Garments kept clean from such pollution, that the Sealings of God by Jesus Christ are the only preservative against the same:
Let us Therefore Counterwork him in studying and endeavouring nothing more, than the preservation of the Purity of the Gospel both in Doctrine and Worship. 2. So hard a matter it is for Professors and Preachers to have their Garments kept clean from such pollution, that the Sealings of God by jesus christ Are the only preservative against the same:
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All you that are in any measure chast Virgins, acknowledge the Lord Keeper of the Great Seal of Heaven for this rich Mercy. 3. As I observed before, that the Church never knew a more thriving time than under Persecution;
All you that Are in any measure chaste Virgins, acknowledge the Lord Keeper of the Great Seal of Heaven for this rich Mercy. 3. As I observed before, that the Church never knew a more thriving time than under Persecution;
Let us therefore, when God calls to it, be content with Persecution, as well as Prosperity. 4. From what has been said, it's clear as the Sun, That the great Antichrist had his first Rise and Origination out of the Ashes of the Pride and Covetousness of the carnal Clergy;
Let us Therefore, when God calls to it, be content with Persecution, as well as Prosperity. 4. From what has been said, it's clear as the Sun, That the great Antichrist had his First Rise and Origination out of the Ashes of the Pride and Covetousness of the carnal Clergy;
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and where-ever these are found in this Day, I dare be bold to say, It is a piece of Antichristianism, mark'd out for Destruction, by the Righteous Judge of all the World. 5. Much of God's goodness is in this, That all these Trumpets are not sounded together,
and wherever these Are found in this Day, I Dare be bold to say, It is a piece of Antichristianism, marked out for Destruction, by the Righteous Judge of all the World. 5. Much of God's Goodness is in this, That all these Trumpets Are not sounded together,
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The 5th holds forth the Mystery of Iniquity as higher than ever, so that things cannot be in a more Corrupted State than now, the method I shall observe shall be as briefly as may be to open the Words as they lie in order.
The 5th holds forth the Mystery of Iniquity as higher than ever, so that things cannot be in a more Corrupted State than now, the method I shall observe shall be as briefly as may be to open the Words as they lie in order.
this is Boniface the Third Bishop of Rome, who Anno 606 got himself to be stiled universal Bishop, by the means of Phocas, after he had killed his Master Mauritius the Emperor. 2. His Commission shewed him to be the Dragons Lord Lieutenant.
this is Boniface the Third Bishop of Rome, who Anno 606 god himself to be styled universal Bishop, by the means of Phocas, After he had killed his Master Mauritius the Emperor. 2. His Commission showed him to be the Dragons Lord Lieutenant.
he opened the bottomless Pit, now Hell it self is set loose, to do what mischief it can. Verse 2.4. The effects that followed upon this opening, are these Two, 1. There arose a Smoak like the Smoak of a great Furnace, whereby the Sun and Air were Darkned, i. e. whereas under the fourth Trumpet only a Third part of the Sun was Darkned;
he opened the bottomless Pit, now Hell it self is Set lose, to do what mischief it can. Verse 2.4. The effects that followed upon this opening, Are these Two, 1. There arose a Smoke like the Smoke of a great Furnace, whereby the Sun and Air were Darkened, i. e. whereas under the fourth Trumpet only a Third part of the Sun was Darkened;
Verse 3. i. e. the Romish and Antichristian Clergy, called Locusts. 1. Because there are such numerous swarms of them, that were never of Divine Institution.
Verse 3. i. e. the Romish and Antichristian Clergy, called Locusts. 1. Because there Are such numerous swarms of them, that were never of Divine Institution.
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Popes, Cardinals, Patriarchs, Metropolitans, Arch-Bishops, Lord-Prelates, &c. some do reckon 35 orders of that Hierarchy, to which Alsted says do belong 225044 Monastaries. 2. Because of their hurtfulness to Souls,
Popes, Cardinals, Patriarchs, Metropolis, Arch-Bishops, Lord-Prelates, etc. Some do reckon 35 order of that Hierarchy, to which Alsted Says do belong 225044 Monasteries. 2. Because of their hurtfulness to Souls,
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They are further described from verse 4. to the end of this Trumpet, the Spirit of God hereby pointing to us, That this Romish Hierarchy is one of the greatest Pillars of Antichrists Kingdom;
They Are further described from verse 4. to the end of this Trumpet, the Spirit of God hereby pointing to us, That this Romish Hierarchy is one of the greatest Pillars of Antichrists Kingdom;
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They Preach that they must believe as the Church believeth, that they must perfectly keep the Law of God, otherwise they are Damned — and having thus wounded, the Remedy is worse than the Disease;
They Preach that they must believe as the Church Believeth, that they must perfectly keep the Law of God, otherwise they Are Damned — and having thus wounded, the Remedy is Worse than the Disease;
they put Men upon satisfying God's Justice at least for some sins, and procuring Peace of Conscience by their own good Works and Merits, that no Man can be assured of his Salvation in this Life, that after Death their Souls go into Purgatory, out of which they are to be redeemed by saying so many Soul-Masses for them,
they put Men upon satisfying God's justice At least for Some Sins, and procuring Peace of Conscience by their own good Works and Merits, that no Man can be assured of his Salvation in this Life, that After Death their Souls go into Purgatory, out of which they Are to be redeemed by saying so many soul-masses for them,
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Their Power thus to torment, was but for five Months, this is in allusion to the Locusts who continue from April to September, to destroy Trees and Grass. Verse 5.2.
Their Power thus to torment, was but for five Months, this is in allusion to the Locusts who continue from April to September, to destroy Trees and Grass. Verse 5.2.
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As to their shape, they were like unto Horses prepared unto Battle, i. e. they are swift, nimble and active, strong and well fed, meer belly-Gods. 3. On their Heads they have Crowns,
As to their shape, they were like unto Horses prepared unto Battle, i. e. they Are swift, nimble and active, strong and well fed, mere belly-Gods. 3. On their Heads they have Crowns,
but all is not Gold that glisters, pretend what they will, they came out of the bottomless Pit. 4. Their faces were as the faces of Men. Verse 7. i. e.
but all is not Gold that glisters, pretend what they will, they Come out of the bottomless Pit. 4. Their faces were as the faces of Men. Verse 7. i. e.
or, they plead, its reason by which they are regulated in all their Administrations, is it not reason that all things should be done decently and in order, that the Church should have a Power in Ceremonies and Matters indifferent to determine the Practices of People,
or, they plead, its reason by which they Are regulated in all their Administrations, is it not reason that all things should be done decently and in order, that the Church should have a Power in Ceremonies and Matters indifferent to determine the Practices of People,
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how can their be any peace without Uniformity? Non conformists can be no other but a company of proud Persons that affect Novelty and Singularity. 5. Their hair is like the hair of Women.
how can their be any peace without Uniformity? Non conformists can be no other but a company of proud Persons that affect Novelty and Singularity. 5. Their hair is like the hair of Women.
Verse 8. i. e. They are Spiritually Effeminate, and with their whorish Deckings and Attire, they allure others to commit Spiritual Fornication. 6. Their teeth are as the teeth of Lions.
Verse 8. i. e. They Are Spiritually Effeminate, and with their whorish Deckings and Attire, they allure Others to commit Spiritual Fornication. 6. Their teeth Are as the teeth of Lions.
or to be privileged with immunities from the jurisdiction of Magistrates. 8. The sound of their wings is as the sound of Chariets of many horses, running to battle, i. e.
or to be privileged with immunities from the jurisdiction of Magistrates. 8. The found of their wings is as the found of Chariets of many Horses, running to battle, i. e.
Their Church Censures, Bulls and Excommunications is with great noise, horror, and dread, by which Emperors and Kings themselves have been greatly awed. 9. They have stings in their tails.
Their Church Censures, Bulls and Excommunications is with great noise, horror, and dread, by which Emperor's and Kings themselves have been greatly awed. 9. They have stings in their tails.
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the Righteous God was resolved to raise up the Sarazens and Turks as a scourge for the same, the judgment of this Trumpet not being a Spiritual, but a Temporal one.
the Righteous God was resolved to raise up the Sarazens and Turks as a scourge for the same, the judgement of this Trumpet not being a Spiritual, but a Temporal one.
Upon the sounding of the sixth Angel, a voice was heard from the 4 Horns of the Golden Altar which is before God, saying, Loose the four Angels which are bound in the great River Euphrates, which was accordingly done Verse 14.15.
Upon the sounding of the sixth Angel, a voice was herd from the 4 Horns of the Golden Altar which is before God, saying, Lose the four Angels which Are bound in the great River Euphrates, which was accordingly done Verse 14.15.
does openly appear upon his tail, i. e. Popery is a mystery of Iniquity, but any may easily discover the Turks Alcoran to be nothing else but a compound of Judaism, Paganism, and Christianism: This to me is a strong Argument,
does openly appear upon his tail, i. e. Popery is a mystery of Iniquity, but any may Easily discover the Turks Alcorani to be nothing Else but a compound of Judaism, Paganism, and Christianism: This to me is a strong Argument,
And the rest of the Men which were not killed by these Plagues yet repented not of the Works of their hands that they should not Worship Devils and Idols of Gold and Silver and Brass, Stone and Wood,
And the rest of the Men which were not killed by these Plagues yet repented not of the Works of their hands that they should not Worship Devils and Idols of Gold and Silver and Brass, Stone and Wood,
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Verse 21. Though most of their Church-Lands and Revenues were Originally got by indirect courses cozening many poor Creatures, in making them give away their Estates,
Verse 21. Though most of their Church lands and Revenues were Originally god by indirect courses cozening many poor Creatures, in making them give away their Estates,
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for saying some Soul-Masses, to redeem them out of Purgatory, yet they will not make restitution, they accuse others of Sacrilege, that would but resume and take back their own,
for saying Some soul-masses, to Redeem them out of Purgatory, yet they will not make restitution, they accuse Others of Sacrilege, that would but resume and take back their own,
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God's Goodness in reference to this Trumpet, is, 1. That in the management of this great Affair, of Commissioning the Turk against the Papists, lies upon Jesus Christ.
God's goodness in Referente to this Trumpet, is, 1. That in the management of this great Affair, of Commissioning the Turk against the Papists, lies upon jesus christ.
O blessed be our God that takes so great care of Christians. 2. The Turks Commission is principally against the Western Idolaters on this side Euphrates, he that set bounds to the raging of the Waves of the Sea, has limited him that he can go so far and no farther:
O blessed be our God that Takes so great care of Christians. 2. The Turks Commission is principally against the Western Idolaters on this side Euphrates, he that Set bounds to the raging of the Waves of the Sea, has limited him that he can go so Far and no farther:
nor are ever like to receive hurt hereafter, unless we shall Apostatize to open Idolatry. 3. As his Commission is limited both as to Persons and Places, so also as to Times;
nor Are ever like to receive hurt hereafter, unless we shall Apostatise to open Idolatry. 3. As his Commission is limited both as to Persons and Places, so also as to Times;
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ver. 15. i. e. It is exactly reckoned and calculated with God to an hour. 4. Tho' God destroys and makes havock of a third part of the Pope 's Dominions by the Turks, yet the mystery of Iniquity is not so much as once touched by them;
ver. 15. i. e. It is exactly reckoned and calculated with God to an hour. 4. Though God Destroys and makes havoc of a third part of the Pope is Dominions by the Turks, yet the mystery of Iniquity is not so much as once touched by them;
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the Discovery and Destruction thereof he reserves for some others of his dear Servants, which shall be done under the next Trumpet. 5. O how good is this God,
the Discovery and Destruction thereof he reserves for Some Others of his dear Servants, which shall be done under the next Trumpet. 5. O how good is this God,
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O the Long-suffering and Patience of God, that notwithstanding of their Impenitency, and misimproving of Providences, he does not utterly, in an instant, destroy them,
O the Long-suffering and Patience of God, that notwithstanding of their Impenitency, and Misimproving of Providences, he does not utterly, in an instant, destroy them,
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but delays the execution of his Justice and Wrath, as at this day, and if his Long-suffering and Patience be so great to his Enemies, what will his goodness be to his Friends? Blessed be our God that has begun to give Antichrist such a blow by the Barbarians; it is to me an infallible assuring Evidence, that the Work shall go on and prosper till it come to its full period.
but delays the execution of his justice and Wrath, as At this day, and if his Long-suffering and Patience be so great to his Enemies, what will his Goodness be to his Friends? Blessed be our God that has begun to give Antichrist such a blow by the Barbarians; it is to me an infallible assuring Evidence, that the Work shall go on and prosper till it come to its full Period.
and that for the comfort of God's People, who might be apt to droop and despond concerning the event of all those sad dispensations, Antichrist being brought to a great height under the foregoing Trumpets,
and that for the Comfort of God's People, who might be apt to droop and despond Concerning the event of all those sad dispensations, Antichrist being brought to a great height under the foregoing Trumpets,
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1. It's here in a Vision shewed to John, that Antichrist persisting impenitent for all that the Turks had done, Chap. 9.21. Christ himself would now take some course with him:
1. It's Here in a Vision showed to John, that Antichrist persisting impenitent for all that the Turks had done, Chap. 9.21. christ himself would now take Some course with him:
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He is described as a mighty Angel coming down from Heaven, Cloathed with a cloud, as a sign of divine Glory and Majesty, having a Rainbow on his head, by this representation to assure them that he would prove a Covenant-keeping God, that Antichrist shall not Lord it over them at the old rate, his face was as the Sun,
He is described as a mighty Angel coming down from Heaven, Clothed with a cloud, as a Signen of divine Glory and Majesty, having a Rainbow on his head, by this representation to assure them that he would prove a Covenant keeping God, that Antichrist shall not Lord it over them At the old rate, his face was as the Sun,
and his feet as pillars of fire, ver. 1. i. e. In his bringing Ruine on Antichrist he shall be very Glorious, it shall be with such clearness and perspicuity of Light,
and his feet as pillars of fire, ver. 1. i. e. In his bringing Ruin on Antichrist he shall be very Glorious, it shall be with such clearness and perspicuity of Light,
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The Command John had to Seal up these things, may signifie that what is here hinted belongs to some other Prophecy in this Book, the clear and full Revelation whereof is to be reserved till the time of its fulfilling. 3. Because the Destruction of Antichrist,
The Command John had to Seal up these things, may signify that what is Here hinted belongs to Some other Prophecy in this Book, the clear and full Revelation whereof is to be reserved till the time of its fulfilling. 3. Because the Destruction of Antichrist,
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therefore Christ does, for the confirmation of the Faith of his poor weak Ones, enter into a solemn Oath, By him that liveth for ever, who created the heaven and the things that are therein — that time shall be no longer,
Therefore christ does, for the confirmation of the Faith of his poor weak Ones, enter into a solemn Oath, By him that lives for ever, who created the heaven and the things that Are therein — that time shall be no longer,
and that the seventh trumpet should finish the mystery of God, ver. 5, 6, 7. His time of Reigning shall be no longer, his Ruine shall now certainly begin,
and that the seventh trumpet should finish the mystery of God, ver. 5, 6, 7. His time of Reigning shall be no longer, his Ruin shall now Certainly begin,
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how can there be any Prophesying or Preaching where there is no Church, and if there be no Church, there can be no Prophets? Antichrist has now possessed himself of the Temple of God,
how can there be any Prophesying or Preaching where there is no Church, and if there be no Church, there can be no prophets? Antichrist has now possessed himself of the Temple of God,
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and so Corrupted all under the foregoing Trumpets, as has been already cleared, that it's hardly visible whether Christ have any Church or Kingdom in the World.
and so Corrupted all under the foregoing Trumpets, as has been already cleared, that it's hardly visible whither christ have any Church or Kingdom in the World.
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Now is the time come that God will have Antichrist's Church-state, Worship, Ordinances and all to be tried and examined by the Rule of God's Word? 2. When Antichristianism is at its height, Reformation cannot be without separation.
Now is the time come that God will have Antichrist's Church-state, Worship, Ordinances and all to be tried and examined by the Rule of God's Word? 2. When Antichristianism is At its height, Reformation cannot be without separation.
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Let it now be known by the measuring Line, that their Temple, Altar, Worship, and Worshippers are none of mine. 3. Antichristian Worship weighed in the balance of the Sanctuary is in God's Account Gentilism.
Let it now be known by the measuring Line, that their Temple, Altar, Worship, and Worshippers Are none of mine. 3. Antichristian Worship weighed in the balance of the Sanctuary is in God's Account Gentilism.
yet their Practice pure Gentilism, Antichristian, Rites and Ceremonies are most of them borrowed from Heathens. 4. Antichrists treading under the holy City, shall not be for ever, it shall be for an appointed time;
yet their Practice pure Gentilism, Antichristian, Rites and Ceremonies Are most of them borrowed from heathens. 4. Antichrists treading under the holy city, shall not be for ever, it shall be for an appointed time;
to wit, 42 Months, Verse 2. 5. In the height of Antichristianism, Christ shall have a competent number of such as shall give a faithful Testimony against him.
to wit, 42 Months, Verse 2. 5. In the height of Antichristianism, christ shall have a competent number of such as shall give a faithful Testimony against him.
only that Christ and in all Ages and Countries a competent number, — as in England, Wickliff; in Italy, Marsilius Patavinus; in Bohemid; John Husse and Jerom of Prague; in Saxony ▪ Luther and Melanchton; in Helvetia, Zwingli••, in Basil, Oecolampadius. — 6. They that have been called to witnessing-work, have had a special Anointing for the Work of their Day.
only that christ and in all Ages and Countries a competent number, — as in England, Wickliffe; in Italy, Marsilius Patavinus; in Bohemid; John Husse and Jerome of Prague; in Saxony ▪ Luther and Melanchthon; in Helvetia, Zwingli••, in Basil, Oecolampadius. — 6. They that have been called to witnessing-work, have had a special Anointing for the Work of their Day.
These are the two Olive-Trees and the two Candlesticks standing before the God of the Earth, vers. 4. In allusion to the Lamps of the Candlestick in the Temple, under the Old Testament, which were kept burning by two Olive-Trees continually emptying themselves into them;
These Are the two Olive-Trees and the two Candlesticks standing before the God of the Earth, vers. 4. In allusion to the Lamps of the Candlestick in the Temple, under the Old Testament, which were kept burning by two Olive-Trees continually emptying themselves into them;
so did Christ, out of his Fulness continually communicae abundant supplies of Grace and Gifts to his Servants. 7. Of all Men in the World Christs Martyrs or Witnesses, have the greatest interest in Heaven:
so did christ, out of his Fullness continually communicae abundant supplies of Grace and Gifts to his Servants. 7. Of all Men in the World Christ Martyrs or Witnesses, have the greatest Interest in Heaven:
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If any Man hurteth them, fire proceedeth out of their Mouth, and devoureth their Enemies. An allusion to what Elias did, 2 Kings 1.10. They have power to shut Heaven, that it Rain not in the Days of their Prophecy.
If any Man hurteth them, fire Proceedeth out of their Mouth, and devoureth their Enemies. an allusion to what Elias did, 2 Kings 1.10. They have power to shut Heaven, that it Rain not in the Days of their Prophecy.
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To what Elias did, 1 Kings 17.1. Jam. 5.17. They have power over Waters, to turn them into Blood, and to smite the Earth with all Plagues as often as they will.
To what Elias did, 1 Kings 17.1. Jam. 5.17. They have power over Waters, to turn them into Blood, and to smite the Earth with all Plagues as often as they will.
They did denounce Wrath, and Prophesied of sore judgments that would befall their Persecutors, and accordingly it came to pass, God made good their word;
They did denounce Wrath, and Prophesied of soar Judgments that would befall their Persecutors, and accordingly it Come to pass, God made good their word;
towards the end of the 1260 Days, and towards the end of the Beasts 42 Months, which is not so to be understood, according to the great mistake of many,
towards the end of the 1260 Days, and towards the end of the Beasts 42 Months, which is not so to be understood, according to the great mistake of many,
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but only thus, They shall finish their Testimony in Sackcloath, and their Wilderness-State, and he shall never Reign again so as when he trod under the holy City,
but only thus, They shall finish their Testimony in sackcloth, and their Wilderness-State, and he shall never Reign again so as when he trod under the holy city,
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while the Church was in the Wilderness. 2. The person by whom they are slain, to wit the Beast that ascendeth out of the bottomless Pit, vers. 7. i. e.
while the Church was in the Wilderness. 2. The person by whom they Are slave, to wit the Beast that Ascendeth out of the bottomless Pit, vers. 7. i. e.
The Pope and those that derive their Authority from him, as was shewn Chap. 9.2, 3. Whether this slaying of them be the taking away their Natural lives only,
The Pope and those that derive their authority from him, as was shown Chap. 9.2, 3. Whither this slaying of them be the taking away their Natural lives only,
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or a Civil and Spiritual Death, depriving them of all privileges which they enjoyed, both as Men and Christians, in silencing Ministers, not giving them the liberty of their Consciences, in matters of Religion, according to the word, or something that comprehends both:
or a Civil and Spiritual Death, depriving them of all privileges which they enjoyed, both as Men and Christians, in silencing Ministers, not giving them the liberty of their Consciences, in matters of Religion, according to the word, or something that comprehends both:
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and otherwise. 2. The ••ace where, is in the Street of the great City, which Spiritually is called Sodom, and Aegypt, vers. 8. i. e. In some places of the World, which do professedly own themselves to be of the Popes Dominions whose City is a second Sodom, for fulness of Bread, Idleness,
and otherwise. 2. The ••ace where, is in the Street of the great city, which Spiritually is called Sodom, and Egypt, vers. 8. i. e. In Some places of the World, which do professedly own themselves to be of the Popes Dominions whose city is a second Sodom, for fullness of Bred, Idleness,
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The first thing that follows upon their being slain, is the great Inhumanity of Adversaries, they would not suffer their Dead Bodies to be put in Graves,
The First thing that follows upon their being slave, is the great Inhumanity of Adversaries, they would not suffer their Dead Bodies to be put in Graves,
and make merry, because they are rid of their Tormenters, vers. 10. This must be at such a time when the Popish party are insufferably proud, insulting over the slain Servants of God, that had tormented them with a plain Testimony against all their Abominations.
and make merry, Because they Are rid of their Tormenters, vers. 10. This must be At such a time when the Popish party Are insufferably proud, insulting over the slave Servants of God, that had tormented them with a plain Testimony against all their Abominations.
From this Narrative of the slaying of the Witnesses, learn these few Instructions, 1. Providence sometimes so orders it that God's Servants shall well near have finished their Work,
From this Narrative of the slaying of the Witnesses, Learn these few Instructions, 1. Providence sometime so order it that God's Servants shall well near have finished their Work,
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before their Enemies can hurt them, that so their Testimony for Christ, may Live when they are dead and gone. 2. Reformation has been always attended with great Persecution. 3. A begun-work of Reformation may have such a sentence of Death pass upon it for a season, that to all probability it shall never have a revival. 4. Christ's Witnesses must expect nothing but Barbarity from Men of Popish Principles and Spirits. 5. It's no new thing to see wicked Men triumphantly insult over God's persecuted People.
before their Enemies can hurt them, that so their Testimony for christ, may Live when they Are dead and gone. 2. Reformation has been always attended with great Persecution. 3. A begun-work of Reformation may have such a sentence of Death pass upon it for a season, that to all probability it shall never have a revival. 4. Christ's Witnesses must expect nothing but Barbarity from Men of Popish Principles and Spirits. 5. It's no new thing to see wicked Men triumphantly insult over God's persecuted People.
The 1. thing in the Narrative of the Resurrection of the Witnesses is the time thereof, after three Days and a half, vers. 11. Some short time, some apply this to John Husse and Jerom, who were condemned by the Council of Constance, that began, Anno 1414, December the 8th. and ended 1418. May 22. Three Years and a half. 2. The means by which this was brought about, the Spirit of Life from God entred into them;
The 1. thing in the Narrative of the Resurrection of the Witnesses is the time thereof, After three Days and a half, vers. 11. some short time, Some apply this to John Husse and Jerome, who were condemned by the Council of Constance, that began, Anno 1414, December the 8th. and ended 1418. May 22. Three years and a half. 2. The means by which this was brought about, the Spirit of Life from God entered into them;
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they were stirred up by a Spirit of Zeal from God, to be lively and active in carrying on the work again. 3. Their posture, they stood upon their feet, vers. 11. Either the former slain Witnesses, I mean Civilly an Spiritually slain,
they were stirred up by a Spirit of Zeal from God, to be lively and active in carrying on the work again. 3. Their posture, they stood upon their feet, vers. 11. Either the former slave Witnesses, I mean Civilly an Spiritually slave,
or others of the same Principles, and Spirit, did openly appear in and for it again. 4. The effect, great fear fell upon all that saw them. 5. The heard a voice from Heaven, saying, Come up hither,
or Others of the same Principles, and Spirit, did openly appear in and for it again. 4. The Effect, great Fear fell upon all that saw them. 5. The herd a voice from Heaven, saying, Come up hither,
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and Separation, became now more glorious than ever before. 6. About the same time there was a great Earthquake and a tenth part of the City fell, vers. 13. i. e.
and Separation, became now more glorious than ever before. 6. About the same time there was a great Earthquake and a tenth part of the city fell, vers. 13. i. e.
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When ever the Resurrection of the Witnesses is, the Lord shall wonderfully go forth in some remarkable Providences and Tremendous Judgments against the Roman Empire, to the great weakening thereof.
When ever the Resurrection of the Witnesses is, the Lord shall wonderfully go forth in Some remarkable Providences and Tremendous Judgments against the Roman Empire, to the great weakening thereof.
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From all this learn these few instructions. 1. Commonly the sufferings of Reformers are short. 2. God's Spirit is the great Engine for carrying on God's Work. 3. Boldness in witness-bearing, is from God's Spirit, standing on their Feet,
From all this Learn these few instructions. 1. Commonly the sufferings of Reformers Are short. 2. God's Spirit is the great Engine for carrying on God's Work. 3. Boldness in Witnessbearing, is from God's Spirit, standing on their Feet,
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when they perceive that Persecution does but make God's People more bold, and God's Work to prosper the more. 5. Reformation and Separation from Antichristian Pollutions has a great brightness of illustrious Divine Glory upon it.
when they perceive that Persecution does but make God's People more bold, and God's Work to prosper the more. 5. Reformation and Separation from Antichristian Pollutions has a great brightness of illustrious Divine Glory upon it.
Quest. Is this Prophecy of the Slaying and Resurrection of the Witness yet fulfilled? And whereabouts are we of this Age, under the Sixth or Seventh Trumpet? Are the one thousand two hundred and threescore Days and forty two Month at an end or not?
Quest. Is this Prophecy of the Slaying and Resurrection of the Witness yet fulfilled? And whereabouts Are we of this Age, under the Sixth or Seventh Trumpet? are the one thousand two hundred and threescore Days and forty two Monn At an end or not?
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or the Churches wilderness-State, and of the forty two Months, or Antichrist's first Rise, whether from Constantine, immediately after the third Century,
or the Churches wilderness-State, and of the forty two Months, or Antichrist's First Rise, whither from Constantine, immediately After the third Century,
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or from Boniface 's time, Anno 606. I shall endeavour by and by to prove that both did commence from the time that did immediately follow after the first 300 Years. 2. It is more than probable, that the one thousand two hundred and threescore Days,
or from Boniface is time, Anno 606. I shall endeavour by and by to prove that both did commence from the time that did immediately follow After the First 300 years. 2. It is more than probable, that the one thousand two hundred and threescore Days,
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but figuratively and Mystically for Days of Years and Months of Years, according to, Ezek. 4.6. Being an usual thing for Prophets thus to express themselves.
but figuratively and Mystically for Days of years and Months of years, according to, Ezekiel 4.6. Being an usual thing for prophets thus to express themselves.
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then this Prophecy is fulfilled, and the time past, but this is so — as may appear, 1. from Rev. 12.5, 6. As soon as the Woman brought forth a Man Child, which was caught up to God, she fled into the Wilderness. i. e.
then this Prophecy is fulfilled, and the time past, but this is so — as may appear, 1. from Rev. 12.5, 6. As soon as the Woman brought forth a Man Child, which was caught up to God, she fled into the Wilderness. i. e.
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Immediately after the Church was delivered from Heathenish Persecutions, her wilderness-Estate, (the same with the one thousand two hundred and threescore Days in this 11th. Chap.) does begin.
Immediately After the Church was Delivered from Heathenish Persecutions, her wilderness-Estate, (the same with the one thousand two hundred and threescore Days in this 11th. Chap.) does begin.
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the same with one thousand two hundred and threescore Days and forty two Months. 2. from 2 Thess. 2.7, 8. The mystery of iniquity doth already work, only he who now letteth, will let,
the same with one thousand two hundred and threescore Days and forty two Months. 2. from 2 Thess 2.7, 8. The mystery of iniquity does already work, only he who now lets, will let,
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As soon as ever the Heathen persecuting Emperors were removed, and not till then should it appear, what design the Devil had, to advance the Mystery of Iniquity. 3. Though it's true, the Church did not suffer from the great Antichrist, till six hundred and six;
As soon as ever the Heathen persecuting Emperor's were removed, and not till then should it appear, what Design the devil had, to advance the Mystery of Iniquity. 3. Though it's true, the Church did not suffer from the great Antichrist, till six hundred and six;
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in six hundred and six, he was of riper Years, the Churches suffering were all that while of the same kind, Majus & minus non variant speciem, all that went before did but make way for him;
in six hundred and six, he was of riper years, the Churches suffering were all that while of the same kind, Majus & minus non variant Specimen, all that went before did but make Way for him;
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and this Prophecy to be already fulfilled. 2. The inconsequences and absurdities that follow upon contrary opinions, which do assert that it's now a fulfilling,
and this Prophecy to be already fulfilled. 2. The inconsequences and absurdities that follow upon contrary opinions, which doe assert that it's now a fulfilling,
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From what has been already said in opening the Chap. it's clear, That it is not now a fulfilling. 1. This time cannot be exactly towards the end of the one thousand two hundred and threescore Days and forty two Months,
From what has been already said in opening the Chap. it's clear, That it is not now a fulfilling. 1. This time cannot be exactly towards the end of the one thousand two hundred and threescore Days and forty two Months,
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nor our times times of Popery. 4. We are not the first that laid the measuringline to Antichrist's Temples, Altar and Worshippers. 5. This savours of Spiritual Pride,
nor our times times of Popery. 4. We Are not the First that laid the measuringline to Antichrist's Temples, Altar and Worshippers. 5. This savours of Spiritual Pride,
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and that the foresaid Days and Months did begin with six hundred and six, are these, 1. By adding one thousand two hundred and threescore to six hundred and six, will be one thousand eight hundred and sixty six, about two hundred Years hence. 2. This may breed security in this present Age. 3. For two hundred Years Antichrist must still be a increasing to a greater height than ever. 4. Either all the glorious late Transactions throughout the World, have had no tendency to the prophesied ruin of Antichrist,
and that the foresaid Days and Months did begin with six hundred and six, Are these, 1. By adding one thousand two hundred and threescore to six hundred and six, will be one thousand eight hundred and sixty six, about two hundred years hence. 2. This may breed security in this present Age. 3. For two hundred years Antichrist must still be a increasing to a greater height than ever. 4. Either all the glorious late Transactions throughout the World, have had no tendency to the prophesied ruin of Antichrist,
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or if they had, all that has been done, must be undone again, and all the Nations that have cast off the Popes supremacy, must Apostatize, and become worse than before:
or if they had, all that has been done, must be undone again, and all the nations that have cast off the Popes supremacy, must Apostatise, and become Worse than before:
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Is it probable, that God has brought so many out of Aegypt, to bring them back again? No verily. 5. If it be determined of God, that Antichrist's forty two Months shall not expire,
Is it probable, that God has brought so many out of Egypt, to bring them back again? No verily. 5. If it be determined of God, that Antichrist's forty two Months shall not expire,
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And this is the second ground proving the preterition of this Prophecy. There is but one more, to wit the harmony and concurrence of providential Events:
And this is the second ground proving the preterition of this Prophecy. There is but one more, to wit the harmony and concurrence of providential Events:
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add 1260 to 300, and the number that results thence is 1560. Now let us inquire a little what state the Church was towards the concluding period of this time, or near thereupon.
add 1260 to 300, and the number that results thence is 1560. Now let us inquire a little what state the Church was towards the concluding Period of this time, or near thereupon.
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Anno 1546, in the War between the Emperor and Duke of Saxony, the Protestants were almost totally routed, the Prince himself imprisoned; Magistrates divested of their Robes;
Anno 1546, in the War between the Emperor and Duke of Saxony, the Protestants were almost totally routed, the Prince himself imprisoned; Magistrates divested of their Robes;
many Ministers banished and imprisoned for not taking the Interm; the Antichristian party insult exceedingly in sending great Guns and Prisoners, which they had taken as Trophies of an absolute Victory over Lutheranism: About the same time there was a great persecution in France, in the Netherlands under the Duke of Alva, of the Waldenses in Provence, Anno 1545. They of Piedmont by the Duke of Savoy: It is not unknown what was here in Queen Mary 's days.
many Ministers banished and imprisoned for not taking the Interm; the Antichristian party insult exceedingly in sending great Guns and Prisoners, which they had taken as Trophies of an absolute Victory over Lutheranism: About the same time there was a great persecution in France, in the Netherlands under the Duke of Alva, of the Waldenses in Provence, Anno 1545. They of Piedmont by the Duke of Savoy: It is not unknown what was Here in Queen Marry is days.
It is observed by some that within a few of these Years, the number of them that suffered for Christ, were 900000, and this may relate to the slaying of the Witnesses;
It is observed by Some that within a few of these years, the number of them that suffered for christ, were 900000, and this may relate to the slaying of the Witnesses;
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and as for the Resurrection about 1559, the Work of Reformation had a great reviving in German. At a Diet of the Empire at Ausburg, by publick Authority, the Protestants had free liberty to make Profession of their Religion, without prejudice to their Estates, and civil Privileges;
and as for the Resurrection about 1559, the Work of Reformation had a great reviving in Germane. At a Diet of the Empire At Augsburg, by public authority, the Protestants had free liberty to make Profession of their Religion, without prejudice to their Estates, and civil Privileges;
about the same time Reformation had a reviving in Scotland. In France under Charles the 9th, Anno 1560. Queen Mary Reigned about 1554, and died some five Years after, and Queen Elizabeth brought glorious days to Protestantism in general, in respect of the Marian days.
about the same time Reformation had a reviving in Scotland. In France under Charles the 9th, Anno 1560. Queen Marry Reigned about 1554, and died Some five years After, and Queen Elizabeth brought glorious days to Protestantism in general, in respect of the Marian days.
Besides all these Arguments, my own observation of the Acts of Providence at this day, do more and more confirm me in this perswasion, however if any can shew me more convincing Reasons to the contary, I hope through Grace I shall not be found pertinacious.
Beside all these Arguments, my own observation of the Acts of Providence At this day, do more and more confirm me in this persuasion, however if any can show me more convincing Reasons to the contrary, I hope through Grace I shall not be found pertinacious.
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Nihil violentum durabile. 3. O that all the Sons of Wickedness would be wise, and instructed from what has befallen others, to tremble and fear God because of his Judgments. 4. Christ's Witnesses do carry on his Work by their Sufferings,
Nihil violentum durabile. 3. O that all the Sons of Wickedness would be wise, and instructed from what has befallen Others, to tremble and Fear God Because of his Judgments. 4. Christ's Witnesses do carry on his Work by their Sufferings,
as Active. 5. No Cause of Christ, sealed with a bloody Testimony, shall ever be quite lost. 6. The Reformed Churches that have in any measure cast off the Yoak of Antichristianism, are highly to be esteem'd of;
as Active. 5. No Cause of christ, sealed with a bloody Testimony, shall ever be quite lost. 6. The Reformed Churches that have in any measure cast off the Yoke of Antichristianism, Are highly to be esteemed of;
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1. If this Prophecy of the Witnesses be fulfilled about an hundred Years ago, then we are now under the 7th Trumpet, which contemporizeth with their Resurrection,
1. If this Prophecy of the Witnesses be fulfilled about an hundred years ago, then we Are now under the 7th Trumpet, which contemporizeth with their Resurrection,
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yet it's nothing contrary to my assertion, unless Bohemia, Switzerland, Helvetia, Hungary, Holland, and all in Germany, France, Sweden, and other parts, do professedly return to Rome again,
yet it's nothing contrary to my assertion, unless Bohemia, Switzerland, Helvetia, Hungary, Holland, and all in Germany, France, Sweden, and other parts, do professedly return to Room again,
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and become more Idolatrous than before, which shall never be. 4. We shall never know such another slaying of Witnesses as this. 1. Those were in the Wilderness, the suffering Witnesses of after Ages shall be out of the Wilderness. 2. They were then in Sackcloth,
and become more Idolatrous than before, which shall never be. 4. We shall never know such Another slaying of Witnesses as this. 1. Those were in the Wilderness, the suffering Witnesses of After Ages shall be out of the Wilderness. 2. They were then in sackcloth,
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after Ages shall never know such a mournful Condition. 3. They suffered before the Temple of God was opened in Heaven, which is under the 7th Trumpet, ch. 11. there was not before them any considerable visible Separation from the Church of Rome; not so with us. 4. There were but two then, i. e. a few in comparison of what shall be after,
After Ages shall never know such a mournful Condition. 3. They suffered before the Temple of God was opened in Heaven, which is under the 7th Trumpet, changed. 11. there was not before them any considerable visible Separation from the Church of Room; not so with us. 4. There were but two then, i. e. a few in comparison of what shall be After,
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if we suffer for Christ now, we shall have many Co-partners. 5. That very work of God which has been begun amongst us, I mean Reformation in Doctrine, Worship and Discipline, shall some where or other in God's own time and way, go on and prosper, maugre all opposition.
if we suffer for christ now, we shall have many Copartners. 5. That very work of God which has been begun among us, I mean Reformation in Doctrine, Worship and Discipline, shall Some where or other in God's own time and Way, go on and prosper, maugre all opposition.
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Lastly, The consideration and belief of this Truth, that the Witnesses are slain and risen, may teach us how to demean our selves in this Day, 1. Towards God. 2. Enemies. 3. One another. 4. In respect of our selves. Towards God.
Lastly, The consideration and belief of this Truth, that the Witnesses Are slave and risen, may teach us how to demean our selves in this Day, 1. Towards God. 2. Enemies. 3. One Another. 4. In respect of our selves. Towards God.
Now the Kingdom of our God and of his Christ is Come. 2. Be very Patient under all the Corrections and Chastisements of this Good God. 1. Your Sufferings are but a Fleabite to the Sufferings of others that have gone before you. 2. Your Punishments are still less than your Sin's deserts. 3. Consider what the Glorious Son of God hath suffered for you, and yours is nothing. 4. It's a most glorious, honourable and advantageous thing to suffer for Christ in a righteous Cause;
Now the Kingdom of our God and of his christ is Come. 2. Be very Patient under all the Corrections and Chastisements of this Good God. 1. Your Sufferings Are but a Fleabite to the Sufferings of Others that have gone before you. 2. Your Punishments Are still less than your Since deserts. 3. Consider what the Glorious Son of God hath suffered for you, and yours is nothing. 4. It's a most glorious, honourable and advantageous thing to suffer for christ in a righteous Cause;
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but short. 6. Your Sufferings after a begun Work of Reformation, are for the Trial of your Faith and Patience, 1 Pet. 1.6, 7. Heb. 10.36, 37, 38. Rev. 14.12. Here is the Patience of the Saints;
but short. 6. Your Sufferings After a begun Work of Reformation, Are for the Trial of your Faith and Patience, 1 Pet. 1.6, 7. Hebrew 10.36, 37, 38. Rev. 14.12. Here is the Patience of the Saints;
1. Look upon them as the Rod of God upon you for your sins of Ingratitude, Earthlymindedness, Carnality, Pride, Self-seeking Hypocrisy, Formality, &c. 2. If your Enemies are any kin to Antichrist, you need not, you ought not to fear them, with a slavish fear,
1. Look upon them as the Rod of God upon you for your Sins of Ingratitude, Earthly-mindedness, Carnality, Pride, Self-seeking Hypocrisy, Formality, etc. 2. If your Enemies Are any kin to Antichrist, you need not, you ought not to Fear them, with a slavish Fear,
for they are falling and going down, even when they seem to rise. 3. Seeing you can in some measure guess at the issue and event of things, pity and pray for Persecutors,
for they Are falling and going down, even when they seem to rise. 3. Seeing you can in Some measure guess At the issue and event of things, pity and pray for Persecutors,
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as knowing what that Wrath that abides them, is, unless, they repent. 4. Abhor the very thoughts of a sinful compliance with any Antichristian pollutions and abominations in God's Worship,
as knowing what that Wrath that abides them, is, unless, they Repent. 4. Abhor the very thoughts of a sinful compliance with any Antichristian pollutions and abominations in God's Worship,
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You have all common Enemies, and why you should not love one another I know not. 2. If any that bear the Name of Christ should solicit you to joyn with them in any sinful irregular course to work your Deliverance, hearken not to them;
You have all Common Enemies, and why you should not love one Another I know not. 2. If any that bear the Name of christ should solicit you to join with them in any sinful irregular course to work your Deliverance, harken not to them;
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and his utter Destruction will not be till the end of the World, how can it then be otherwise but so long as he has any power or being he will he making some bustle against those that oppose;
and his utter Destruction will not be till the end of the World, how can it then be otherwise but so long as he has any power or being he will he making Some bustle against those that oppose;
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Some are of opinion that even after the conversion of the Jews, which will be a most glorious time, the Church will have great troubles and that for forty five Years together, Daniel 12. Begin.
some Are of opinion that even After the conversion of the jews, which will be a most glorious time, the Church will have great Troubles and that for forty five years together, daniel 12. Begin.
Nay, and after the 1000 Years, Rev. 20.1. They shall be in as great trouble as ever they knew from the beginning of the World to that Day, which will be immediately before the coming of the Son of God to Judgment.
Nay, and After the 1000 years, Rev. 20.1. They shall be in as great trouble as ever they knew from the beginning of the World to that Day, which will be immediately before the coming of the Son of God to Judgement.
but it is so called comparatively, i.e. in respect of our present Day and Times that ar past. 2. This calls aloud upon us to be deeply humbled before the Lord,
but it is so called comparatively, i.e. in respect of our present Day and Times that Are passed. 2. This calls aloud upon us to be deeply humbled before the Lord,
When I consider the great Distempers of the Spirits of all sorts of Professors, I do not at all wonder at what has befallen us. 3. Let us therefore, by all means, labour for such a Spirit as may suit with the Work of our Day;
When I Consider the great Distempers of the Spirits of all sorts of Professors, I do not At all wonder At what has befallen us. 3. Let us Therefore, by all means, labour for such a Spirit as may suit with the Work of our Day;
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to know what is Antichristian, and what not — a Spirit of Wisdom to find out such Holy and righteous ways as may most conduce for the carrying on of this Work;
to know what is Antichristian, and what not — a Spirit of Wisdom to find out such Holy and righteous ways as may most conduce for the carrying on of this Work;
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a Spirit of Humility, Mortification, Self-denial, Sincerity, Faithfulness, holy Courage and Boldness, a Spirit of Prayer, Faith and Zeal, for God's Glory.
a Spirit of Humility, Mortification, Self-denial, Sincerity, Faithfulness, holy Courage and Boldness, a Spirit of Prayer, Faith and Zeal, for God's Glory.
They that would yet know more particularly under what dispensation we now are, and what hereafter may be expected, must study well the 7th Trumpet, Rev. 11. End,
They that would yet know more particularly under what Dispensation we now Are, and what hereafter may be expected, must study well the 7th Trumpet, Rev. 11. End,
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and such Doctrines upon which the whole structure of Antichristianism is built, without which it cannot stand, no more than the Fabrick of this Universe without the Earth.
and such Doctrines upon which the Whole structure of Antichristianism is built, without which it cannot stand, no more than the Fabric of this Universe without the Earth.
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the confuting of their Antichristian Doctrines did clear up the principal Fundamental Truths of the Gospel. 2. Upon the Sea, i. e. Their Worship and Ordinances by which they trade on with another.
the confuting of their Antichristian Doctrines did clear up the principal Fundamental Truths of the Gospel. 2. Upon the Sea, i. e. Their Worship and Ordinances by which they trade on with Another.
The first Reformers were so taken up with the clearing up of the Doctrinal part of the Gospel, that they could not have the while to think of mattes of Worship, which was done to some purpose after in the Council of Trent, by Chemnitius and others. 3. Is upon the Rivers and Fountains of Waters, i. e. The Romish Clergy:
The First Reformers were so taken up with the clearing up of the Doctrinal part of the Gospel, that they could not have the while to think of mats of Worship, which was done to Some purpose After in the Council of Trent, by Chemnitz and Others. 3. Is upon the rivers and Fountains of Waters, i. e. The Romish Clergy:
According to this interpretation these three Vials are at least in some measure poured forth already, only more may be yet expected. 4. Upon the Sun, i. e. Either some that are eminent for upholding Antichrist in his civil power and jurisdiction, such as the King of Spain, the Pope's Eldest Son,
According to this Interpretation these three Vials Are At least in Some measure poured forth already, only more may be yet expected. 4. Upon the Sun, i. e. Either Some that Are eminent for upholding Antichrist in his civil power and jurisdiction, such as the King of Spain, the Pope's Eldest Son,
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or the House of Austria, or something that's a great light to them in respect of their Ecclesiastical State, such as is the whole Body of their Cannon Law — or both these. 5. Is upon the seat of the Beast;
or the House of Austria, or something that's a great Light to them in respect of their Ecclesiastical State, such as is the Whole Body of their Cannon Law — or both these. 5. Is upon the seat of the Beast;
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Destroys the Great Turk and his Empire, which shall make way for the Kings of the East to go up into their own Land, i. e. The shall the Jews be Converted, the Glory of which time I have discoursed at large in my Treatise of the Fifth Monarchy. 7. and last puts an end to all.
Destroys the Great Turk and his Empire, which shall make Way for the Kings of the East to go up into their own Land, i. e. The shall the jews be Converted, the Glory of which time I have discoursed At large in my Treatise of the Fifth Monarchy. 7. and last puts an end to all.
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