Agape, or, The feast of love a sermon at the Oxford-shire feast, kept on Thursday Nov. 25, 1675 at Drapers-Hall in London : preached at St. Michael's Church in Cornhill / by Francis Gregory ...
THE Persons Censured in the Text were the Gnosticks; those cursed Disciples, and Viperous Brood of that Early and Infamous Heretick Carpocrates; A Man, saith Tertullian, that was, paritèr Magus, paritèr Fornicarius, both a Conjurer and a Fornicator;
THE Persons Censured in the Text were the Gnostics; those cursed Disciples, and Viperous Brood of that Early and Infamous Heretic Carpocrates; A Man, Says Tertullian, that was, pariter Magus, pariter Fornicarius, both a Conjurer and a Fornicator;
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So Heterodox and Erroneous in their Opinions, so Vicious and Vile in their Practices, that their Converse was a great disparagement to every Christian, that was Regular in his Life, and sound in his Faith.
So Heterodox and Erroneous in their Opinions, so Vicious and Vile in their Practices, that their Converse was a great disparagement to every Christian, that was Regular in his Life, and found in his Faith.
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Such Monsters of Men they were, that even the Spirit of God Himself, though he be like a Dove that hath no Gall, doth notwithstanding fix upon them several brands of dishonour:
Such Monsters of Men they were, that even the Spirit of God Himself, though he be like a Dove that hath no Gall, does notwithstanding fix upon them several brands of dishonour:
By the guidance of this Blessed Spirit, St. Peter calleth them NONLATINALPHABET, blemishes; and St. Jude in the Text NONLATINALPHABET, spots; what's that? Christianismi dedecora, saith Grotius, the common Reproaches of the Christian Faith, which had now gained much Credit in the World.
By the guidance of this Blessed Spirit, Saint Peter calls them, blemishes; and Saint U^de in the Text, spots; what's that? Christianism dedecora, Says Grotius, the Common Reproaches of the Christian Faith, which had now gained much Credit in the World.
Concerning which Feasts of Charity, Three things may be considered, 1. Their Antiquity. 2. The circumstances of their Celebration. 3. Their Design and End.
Concerning which Feasts of Charity, Three things may be considered, 1. Their Antiquity. 2. The Circumstances of their Celebration. 3. Their Design and End.
Blastaris stiles them NONLATINALPHABET, an old Ʋsage; and Zonaras tells us, NONLATINALPHABET, the Christians kept up these Feasts from an Ancient Custom:
Blastaris stile them, an old Ʋsage; and Zonaras tells us,, the Christians kept up these Feasts from an Ancient Custom:
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They are mentioned by St. Austine, In Agapibus nostris, &c. They are mentioned by St. Chrysostom, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. They spread a Common Table, &c. So that Father,
They Are mentioned by Saint Augustine, In Agapibus nostris, etc. They Are mentioned by Saint Chrysostom,, etc. They spread a Common Table, etc. So that Father,
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We find them mentioned by St. Paul, who reproves their abuse in that Early Church of Corinth; but, had we no more, the Text is a sufficient proof that these Christian Feasts were Celebrated even in our Apostles time,
We find them mentioned by Saint Paul, who reproves their abuse in that Early Church of Corinth; but, had we no more, the Text is a sufficient proof that these Christian Feasts were Celebrated even in our Apostles time,
1. Consider we the Time of their Celebration — And as to this, that Account, which Pliny gave the Emperour Trajan, doth afford us some general Information, Soliti sunt stato die convenire, &c. The Christians are wont to Meet and Feast on a certain set and appointed day;
1. Consider we the Time of their Celebration — And as to this, that Account, which pliny gave the Emperor Trajan, does afford us Some general Information, Soliti sunt stato die Convenire, etc. The Christians Are wont to Meet and Feast on a certain Set and appointed day;
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St. Chrysostom confirms it, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. They spread their Table upon Solemn and wonted dayes; such dayes, in which the Eucharist was Celebrated;
Saint Chrysostom confirms it,, etc. They spread their Table upon Solemn and wonted days; such days, in which the Eucharist was Celebrated;
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so Grotius, Ea Convivia claudi solebant sacramento Dominicae Passionis, &c. These Feasts of Love were wont to conclude and end with another more Sacred Feast, that of the Sacrament.
so Grotius, Ea Convivia claudi Solebant sacramento Dominicae Passionis, etc. These Feasts of Love were wont to conclude and end with Another more Sacred Feast, that of the Sacrament.
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I remember that Pliny, in his forenamed Account to the Roman Emperour, tells him thus, Quibus peractis, morem sibi discedendi fuisse, rurfúsque coeundi ad capiendum Cibum;
I Remember that pliny, in his forenamed Account to the Roman Emperor, tells him thus, Quibus peractis, morem sibi discedendi Fuisse, rurfúsque coeundi ad capiendum Food;
But that these Feasts of Charity were of Old Celebrated in the Church, may well be guessed from that expression of St. Paul, What, have ye not houses to eat and drink in? or despise ye the Church of God? There were some amongst them so disorderly at this Feast, that although it were called a Feast of Charity,
But that these Feasts of Charity were of Old Celebrated in the Church, may well be guessed from that expression of Saint Paul, What, have you not houses to eat and drink in? or despise you the Church of God? There were Some among them so disorderly At this Feast, that although it were called a Feast of Charity,
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to intimate, as Oecumenius words it, NONLATINALPHABET, or, as St. Chrysostom phraseth it, NONLATINALPHABET, the frugality of their meal, and the means of their Provision.
to intimate, as Oecumenius words it,, or, as Saint Chrysostom Phraseth it,, the frugality of their meal, and the means of their Provision.
Tertullian calls these Feasts, Coenulas nostras, our mean or little Suppers; so mean, that he stiles them again, frugalitatis exempla, examples of frugality.
Tertullian calls these Feasts, Coenulas nostras, our mean or little Suppers; so mean, that he stile them again, frugalitatis exempla, Examples of frugality.
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Cappellus calls them, Coenas frugales & parcissimas; Thrifty and slender Suppers; and Calvin testifieth for them thus, Erat illic summa frugalitas & moderatio;
Cappel calls them, Coenas frugales & parcissimas; Thrifty and slender Suppers; and calvin Testifieth for them thus, Erat illic summa frugalitas & moderatio;
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'tis not probable, that any Man in his Wits, that was just now preparing for, or newly returned from the Holy Sacrament would so quickly forget himself and his Vowes,
it's not probable, that any Man in his Wits, that was just now preparing for, or newly returned from the Holy Sacrament would so quickly forget himself and his Vows,
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No, St. Chrysostom and Oecumenius give us this Testimony of them, NONLATINALPHABET, They eat, but did not Gluttonize: Editur quantum esurientes capiunt;
No, Saint Chrysostom and Oecumenius give us this Testimony of them,, They eat, but did not Gluttonize: Editur quantum Esurientes capiunt;
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and what that was Tertullian tells us, Ita fabulantur, ut qui sciant Dominum audire, &c. Their language was such, as became those Persons, who believed that God did hear them;
and what that was Tertullian tells us, Ita fabulantur, ut qui sciant Dominum Audire, etc. Their language was such, as became those Persons, who believed that God did hear them;
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No, that's the dirty language of this Age, wherein some beastly persons, who invite us to their Tables, do entertain their Guests with such unsavoury Discourse,
No, that's the dirty language of this Age, wherein Some beastly Persons, who invite us to their Tables, do entertain their Guests with such unsavoury Discourse,
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thus the Evangelist, They continuing in the Temple, breaking bread, and praising God, &c. Thus it continued in Tertullian 's time, who tells us, Non priùs discumbitur, quàm Oratio ad Deum praegustetur;
thus the Evangelist, They Continuing in the Temple, breaking bred, and praising God, etc. Thus it continued in Tertullian is time, who tells us, Non priùs discumbitur, quàm Oratio ad God praegustetur;
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a practice, which condemns the Atheists of these Times, who fall to their meat, as the Hog doth to his Acorns, without the least respect to the kind Oak from which they fall.
a practice, which condemns the Atheists of these Times, who fallen to their meat, as the Hog does to his Acorns, without the least respect to the kind Oak from which they fallen.
2. The second design of these Feasts was to beget, betwixt Christian and Christian, a mutual correspondence, acquaintance and friendship, where as yet it was not;
2. The second Design of these Feasts was to beget, betwixt Christian and Christian, a mutual correspondence, acquaintance and friendship, where as yet it was not;
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The very name of these Feasts imports as much, Coena nostra de nomine rationem sui ostendit, saith Tertullian, Our Suppers give an account of their Institution by their name, and that's NONLATINALPHABET, Feasts of Love; accordingly St. Austin renders the Text thus, These are spots, in dilectionibus vestris, in your Loves;
The very name of these Feasts imports as much, Coena nostra de nomine rationem sui ostendit, Says Tertullian, Our Suppers give an account of their Institution by their name, and that's, Feasts of Love; accordingly Saint Austin renders the Text thus, These Are spots, in dilectionibus vestris, in your Loves;
upon which score Balsamon calleth these Suppers NONLATINALPHABET, Fraternities or Brotherhoods; and Cappellus stiles them, Mutuae charitatis contesserationes, the cements of mutual kindness;
upon which score Balsamon calls these Suppers, Fraternities or Brotherhoods; and Cappel stile them, Mutuae charitatis contesserationes, the cements of mutual kindness;
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the former being an act of common friendship, but this of proper Charity. The Provision of these Feasts, whatever it were, was prepared by the Rich Men's Purses;
the former being an act of Common friendship, but this of proper Charity. The Provision of these Feasts, whatever it were, was prepared by the Rich Men's Purses;
who did it NONLATINALPHABET, saith Balsamon; from their Mercy and Compassion to the Poor: So speaks Tertullian, Inopes refrigerio isto juvamus, Our Feast doth refresh the Indigent:
who did it, Says Balsamon; from their Mercy and Compassion to the Poor: So speaks Tertullian, Inopes refrigerio isto juvamus, Our Feast does refresh the Indigent:
And hence St. Chrysostom calls their Board, NONLATINALPHABET, a Common Table; and this Supper, NONLATINALPHABET, a Common Banquet; and so Pliny, Cibum promiscuum, promiscuous food; both Poor and Rich being intermingled at the same Table,
And hence Saint Chrysostom calls their Board,, a Common Table; and this Supper,, a Common Banquet; and so pliny, Food promiscuum, promiscuous food; both Poor and Rich being intermingled At the same Table,
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The Historical Account of these Feasts in the Text being thus dispatcht, the Practical Part, which is of present concern to this Assembly, doth now succeed.
The Historical Account of these Feasts in the Text being thus dispatched, the Practical Part, which is of present concern to this Assembly, does now succeed.
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St. Hierom saith well in this Case, That whosoever eats too little, Civem enecat, he starves a dear Citizen, (i. e.) his own body; but whosoever eats and drinks too much, Hostem nutrit, he nourisheth an Enemy;
Saint Hieronymus Says well in this Case, That whosoever eats too little, Civem enecat, he starves a dear Citizen, (i. e.) his own body; but whosoever eats and drinks too much, Hostem Nourish, he Nourishes an Enemy;
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What our Elder Brethren did in this matter, we have already seen, and what St. Paul commands in this Case, we cannot well be ignorant, Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth; NONLATINALPHABET, Putrid, rotten language. Pray, tell me, what should any thing, that is corrupt and rotten, do at a Feast? Linnen, that's nasty; Trenchers, that are foul; a Dish, that's dirty;
What our Elder Brothers did in this matter, we have already seen, and what Saint Paul commands in this Case, we cannot well be ignorant, Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your Mouth;, Putrid, rotten language. Pray, tell me, what should any thing, that is corrupt and rotten, do At a Feast? Linen, that's nasty; Trenchers, that Are foul; a Dish, that's dirty;
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Some Pagans, whom Plutarch mentioneth, intending a solemn Invitation, gave their Friends a whole years warning, that so the Guests might provide themselves with matter for good Discourse,
some Pagans, whom Plutarch mentioneth, intending a solemn Invitation, gave their Friends a Whole Years warning, that so the Guests might provide themselves with matter for good Discourse,
And if the poor Heathens were thus solicitous and jealous of their Language, methinks the Christian stands more obliged to be considerate and chaste in His.
And if the poor heathens were thus solicitous and jealous of their Language, methinks the Christian Stands more obliged to be considerate and chaste in His.
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but if these General Considerations are not enough to oblige and endear us to one another, there is yet a more particular Relation that should engage us;
but if these General Considerations Are not enough to oblige and endear us to one Another, there is yet a more particular Relation that should engage us;
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And shall any Person, that ever breathed within or near to Oxford Air, prove unfriendly and unkind? The University is usually stiled, Alma Mater, the Benign, Courteous, and Indulgent Mother;
And shall any Person, that ever breathed within or near to Oxford Air, prove unfriendly and unkind? The university is usually styled, Alma Mater, the Benign, Courteous, and Indulgent Mother;
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but to bear one anothers burdens, like that kinder Oxe, from whose courtesie, I had almost said, from whose Humanity, our Mother did at first receive, and still retains her Name.
but to bear one another's burdens, like that kinder Ox, from whose courtesy, I had almost said, from whose Humanity, our Mother did At First receive, and still retains her Name.
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2. Let Our Feast be as Theirs was, a Feast of Charity to the Poor. What the Primitive Christians did, Grotius tells us, Divites & Pauperes pari victu utebantur;
2. Let Our Feast be as Theirs was, a Feast of Charity to the Poor. What the Primitive Christians did, Grotius tells us, Divites & Paupers Pair victu utebantur;
Distribution was made unto every man according as he had need. And here we should consider, not only the degree of our Neighbours want, but its occasion too:
Distribution was made unto every man according as he had need. And Here we should Consider, not only the degree of our Neighbours want, but its occasion too:
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If a Man's Poverty do arise from his Idleness, Debauchery, and Vicious Courses, though our Charity must not let him starve in hopes of his Reformation;
If a Man's Poverty do arise from his Idleness, Debauchery, and Vicious Courses, though our Charity must not let him starve in hope's of his Reformation;
But why should I mention any Rules for the just Proportions of Charity in this Assembly? 'tis observed to the just Honour of the Citizens of London, That whatever good works they do, they do them Nobly.
But why should I mention any Rules for the just Proportions of Charity in this Assembly? it's observed to the just Honour of the Citizens of London, That whatever good works they do, they do them Nobly.
What St. Paul once blamed in other Men, will be no fault in you, Measuring themselves by themselves, &c. Do but you this day consult your selves, your own bowels, your own estates, your own wonted generosity;
What Saint Paul once blamed in other Men, will be no fault in you, Measuring themselves by themselves, etc. Do but you this day consult your selves, your own bowels, your own estates, your own wonted generosity;
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2. Who must be the Objects of our Charity? give we must, but to whom? Doubtless we must not exclude from our Charity any Soul, that doth either deserve or need it;
2. Who must be the Objects of our Charity? give we must, but to whom? Doubtless we must not exclude from our Charity any Soul, that does either deserve or need it;
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but since our Ability cannot reach to all the world, we may pick and chuse for our selves some such Objects, on whom our Charity will be best bestowed.
but since our Ability cannot reach to all the world, we may pick and choose for our selves Some such Objects, on whom our Charity will be best bestowed.
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And who were the special Objects of the Christians Charity in their Ancient Feasts, Tertullian tells us, Pueris & Puellis re & Parentibus destitutis, &c. Boys, Girls, poor Orpans, that had neither Estates nor Friends.
And who were the special Objects of the Christians Charity in their Ancient Feasts, Tertullian tells us, Pueris & Puellis re & Parentibus destitutis, etc. Boys, Girls, poor Orpans, that had neither Estates nor Friends.
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And here, though I would by no means limit your Charity to such or such, yet I would particularly recommend Two sorts of Children to your Consideration.
And Here, though I would by no means limit your Charity to such or such, yet I would particularly recommend Two sorts of Children to your Consideration.
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Should we but enquire from the Publick Schools of our own County, or from the Colleges and Halls in our own University, we should quickly hear of such and such Lads of slender Fortunes,
Should we but inquire from the Public Schools of our own County, or from the Colleges and Halls in our own university, we should quickly hear of such and such Lads of slender Fortune's,
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to train up such a Child as this in a course of Religion and Learning is such a Service to God and his Church, that 'tis scarce within the reach of any private Man's Charity to do a greater.
to train up such a Child as this in a course of Religion and Learning is such a Service to God and his Church, that it's scarce within the reach of any private Man's Charity to do a greater.
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For, tell me, who knoweth what a rare Man such a poor Child may prove hereafter? Were it fit, it were but easie, to name some Persons, that have been choice Instruments of Honour to God,
For, tell me, who Knoweth what a rare Man such a poor Child may prove hereafter? Were it fit, it were but easy, to name Some Persons, that have been choice Instruments of Honour to God,
'Tis the Glory of some Counties, that they can furnish the Chimnies of this vast City with constant fire, 'tis the Glory of other Counties, that they can furnish your River and Cisterns with constant Water;
It's the Glory of Some Counties, that they can furnish the chimneys of this vast city with constant fire, it's the Glory of other Counties, that they can furnish your River and Cisterns with constant Water;
Well, and what's the Glory of our Shire? Hath Oxford nothing to oblige London with? Yes, 'tis our Counties Happiness and Honour, that it can furnish your Inns of Court with Learned Lawyers to secure your Estates, your City with Learned Physicians to preserve your Lives;
Well, and what's the Glory of our Shire? Hath Oxford nothing to oblige London with? Yes, it's our Counties Happiness and Honour, that it can furnish your Inns of Court with Learned Lawyers to secure your Estates, your city with Learned Physicians to preserve your Lives;
And if so, what Man amongst us, that hath any Value for himself or his Native soil, will not contribute something towards the Advancement of that Learning, wherein the Honour of his Country,
And if so, what Man among us, that hath any Valve for himself or his Native soil, will not contribute something towards the Advancement of that Learning, wherein the Honour of his Country,
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And is it not a thousand pities to see such poor Children stand at the door and beg, who might have done so bravely within the Shop? Were it not pity to see such persons in Rags and Tatters, who, with a little help, might have worn a Chain of Gold? Were it not pity to see such become the Nations shame and burden, who, with a little encouragement, might have done a great deal towards its support and credit? To prevent such a spectacle as this, give me leave this day, in their stead, to become the Beggar,
And is it not a thousand pities to see such poor Children stand At the door and beg, who might have done so bravely within the Shop? Were it not pity to see such Persons in Rags and Tatters, who, with a little help, might have worn a Chain of Gold? Were it not pity to see such become the nations shame and burden, who, with a little encouragement, might have done a great deal towards its support and credit? To prevent such a spectacle as this, give me leave this day, in their stead, to become the Beggar,
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Doubtless, amongst the many poor Children of our County, 'tis easie to pick out some that are promising and hopefull, Lads of plodding heads and active hands;
Doubtless, among the many poor Children of our County, it's easy to pick out Some that Are promising and hopeful, Lads of plodding Heads and active hands;
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who knoweth, but some poor Apprentice, trained up by the bounty of this day, and fed by your Feast of Charity, may prove a man of those Parts, that signal Prudence, Estate and Honour,
who Knoweth, but Some poor Apprentice, trained up by the bounty of this day, and fed by your Feast of Charity, may prove a man of those Parts, that signal Prudence, Estate and Honour,
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as to become the Governour of this Great Metropolis? Who can tell, but a Lord Mayor of London may for once be made even at Drapers-Hall? there by your private Purses now,
as to become the Governor of this Great Metropolis? Who can tell, but a Lord Mayor of London may for once be made even At Drapers-Hall? there by your private Purses now,
But notwithstanding all this, lest any Man's Charity should yet prove more cold, than the very dish, that should receive it, give me leave to propound some proper considerations, that may revive, warm, and make it fresh;
But notwithstanding all this, lest any Man's Charity should yet prove more cold, than the very dish, that should receive it, give me leave to propound Some proper considerations, that may revive, warm, and make it fresh;
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so various are the Providences of God, and so changeable is the condition of Man, that he, who is now in a fair capacity to extend his Charity unto others, may, in some short space, come to want and beg it for himself.
so various Are the Providences of God, and so changeable is the condition of Man, that he, who is now in a fair capacity to extend his Charity unto Others, may, in Some short Molle, come to want and beg it for himself.
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And if in such a case we should think our selves fit objects of other Men's Charity, 'tis but reasonable that we should now esteem that poor Neighbour, who is in a like condition, to be a meet Object for our own:
And if in such a case we should think our selves fit objects of other Men's Charity, it's but reasonable that we should now esteem that poor Neighbour, who is in a like condition, to be a meet Object for our own:
That there is a Reward for the Charitable Person, our blessed Saviour doth thus secure him, Thy Father himself shall reward thee; the very lowest expressions of Charity God will not suffer to be unrewarded, Whosoever shall give to one of these little ones a cup of cold water only, he shall in no wise lose his reward:
That there is a Reward for the Charitable Person, our blessed Saviour does thus secure him, Thy Father himself shall reward thee; the very lowest expressions of Charity God will not suffer to be unrewarded, Whosoever shall give to one of these little ones a cup of cold water only, he shall in no wise loose his reward:
The Lord will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing, &c. The Text imports, that the welfare of our Persons is much concerned in the right ordering of our Purses;
The Lord will strengthen him upon the Bed of languishing, etc. The Text imports, that the welfare of our Persons is much concerned in the right ordering of our Purses;
What then? His Righteousness endures for ever, his Horn shall be exalted with honour: The best way to eternize our memories is to be exemplary in doing good;
What then? His Righteousness endures for ever, his Horn shall be exalted with honour: The best Way to eternise our memories is to be exemplary in doing good;
but what's his reward? His Seed is blessed: And thus some expound that forenamed expression of Solomon, The Memory of the Just shall be blessed: The Memory!
but what's his reward? His Seed is blessed: And thus Some expound that forenamed expression of Solomon, The Memory of the Just shall be blessed: The Memory!
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'Tis in order to this, that he thus commands us, Make to your selves friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, that they may receive you into everlasting habitations:
It's in order to this, that he thus commands us, Make to your selves Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, that they may receive you into everlasting habitations:
And can our Charity expect any greater encouragement than this? It's true, when such or such a Man would borrow, perhaps we suspect his Honesty, perhaps we suspect his Ability, perhaps we are jealous of his Security,
And can our Charity expect any greater encouragement than this? It's true, when such or such a Man would borrow, perhaps we suspect his Honesty, perhaps we suspect his Ability, perhaps we Are jealous of his Security,
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but doth the Case stand so with God? When God would be our Debtor, do we think, that he will not be our Paymaster too? Is not he to be trusted, that is faithfull, just and true? Is not he to be credited for a few pence or shillings, who is Lord of all that Heaven and Earth are worth? 'Tis for securitie's sake, that our blessed Saviour doth thus command us, Lay up for your selves treasures in Heaven:
but does the Case stand so with God? When God would be our Debtor, do we think, that he will not be our Paymaster too? Is not he to be trusted, that is faithful, just and true? Is not he to be credited for a few pence or shillings, who is Lord of all that Heaven and Earth Are worth? It's for securitie's sake, that our blessed Saviour does thus command us, Lay up for your selves treasures in Heaven:
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and the Bankers and Creditors there ruined too? &c. We think great Summs sure enough in the Chamber of London, and dare we not venture some small matter in the Star-Chamber of Heaven? Doubtless our Principal will be safe,
and the Bankers and Creditors there ruined too? etc. We think great Sums sure enough in the Chamber of London, and Dare we not venture Some small matter in the Star-chamber of Heaven? Doubtless our Principal will be safe,
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and what then? what's the Reward of this? a great one sure! Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom, &c. Dear Lord! here's Principal and Interest indeed!
and what then? what's the Reward of this? a great one sure! Come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom, etc. Dear Lord! here's Principal and Interest indeed!
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and a Feast of Charity to such as deserve and want it; we shall find a friend in Heaven, that will do more than pay our Reckoning. NONLATINALPHABET. THE END.
and a Feast of Charity to such as deserve and want it; we shall find a friend in Heaven, that will do more than pay our Reckoning.. THE END.
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