A sermon preached at the visitation held at High Wickham in the county of Bucks. May 16. 1671 Wherein the ministers duty is remembred. Their dignity asserted. Man's reconciliation with God, urged. By Samuel Gardner M.A. and chaplain to His Majesty.
And what innumerable multitudes are there, whose highest Ambition it is, to feed their Eyes in viewing and beholding their goodly and comely Order, both in their access for Audience,
And what innumerable Multitudes Are there, whose highest Ambition it is, to feed their Eyes in viewing and beholding their goodly and comely Order, both in their access for Audience,
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Here the Solemnity is more honoured, a greater Presence promised unto the end of the World. Matth. 28.20. The very Attendance more glorious in nature then our selves. Heb. 1.14. The Place more beautiful and amiable, the things more rich and excellent, sublime and spiritual.
Here the Solemnity is more honoured, a greater Presence promised unto the end of the World. Matthew 28.20. The very Attendance more glorious in nature then our selves. Hebrew 1.14. The Place more beautiful and amiable, the things more rich and excellent, sublime and spiritual.
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Though we are men of like Passion with your selves, that Preach unto you, that ye should turn from Vanities unto the living God, which made Heaven and Earth, &c. Acts 14.15.
Though we Are men of like Passion with your selves, that Preach unto you, that you should turn from Vanities unto the living God, which made Heaven and Earth, etc. Acts 14.15.
Secondly, the assertion of the Subjects by plain Enunciation, We are Ambassadours. Thirdly, the honourable Dignity of these Ambassadours, they are for Christ; Ambassadours of Christ.
Secondly, the assertion of the Subject's by plain Enunciation, We Are ambassadors. Thirdly, the honourable Dignity of these ambassadors, they Are for christ; ambassadors of christ.
Fourthly, the Authority of God the Father confirming this excellent Dignity, as though God did beseech you by us, and as if Christ himself stood by and prayed men, We pray you in Christs stead.
Fourthly, the authority of God the Father confirming this excellent Dignity, as though God did beseech you by us, and as if christ himself stood by and prayed men, We pray you in Christ stead.
Now the Doctrinal truths which are to be Collected and deduced hence are these. First that the Foundation of our eternal Salvation is laid by God in Christ.
Now the Doctrinal truths which Are to be Collected and deduced hence Are these. First that the Foundation of our Eternal Salvation is laid by God in christ.
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Secondly, Gods Ministers have their Commission from Heaven, they come in the Name of the great King of Heaven and Earth, and are his Commission-Officers.
Secondly, God's Ministers have their Commission from Heaven, they come in the Name of the great King of Heaven and Earth, and Are his Commission-officers.
The words of my Text, as you have heard, are an illative Conclusion drawn from the Premises, vers. 19 there is set forth the Reconciliatiation on Gods part:
The words of my Text, as you have herd, Are an illative Conclusion drawn from the Premises, vers. 19 there is Set forth the Reconciliatiation on God's part:
He though Pars laesa; the Party greatly and grievously injured and offended (the greatness of an offence growing from the dignity and excellency of the person offended;
He though Pars laesa; the Party greatly and grievously injured and offended (the greatness of an offence growing from the dignity and excellency of the person offended;
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and this makes it Crimen laesa majestatis, so hainous and Capital, high Treason indeed against the Crown and Dignity of Heaven) yet contrives and designs this great work of Reconciliation.
and this makes it Crimen laesa majestatis, so heinous and Capital, high Treason indeed against the Crown and Dignity of Heaven) yet contrives and designs this great work of Reconciliation.
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God was in Christ reconciling the World unto himself; namely, by his Merit and Intercession; for as the greatness of the injury grows from the dignity of the person offended,
God was in christ reconciling the World unto himself; namely, by his Merit and Intercession; for as the greatness of the injury grows from the dignity of the person offended,
and who is sufficient for these things? Who is sufficient for the ministry of Life? Who hath fit and particular qualifications for such places? for matters of such weighty and great importance,
and who is sufficient for these things? Who is sufficient for the Ministry of Life? Who hath fit and particular qualifications for such places? for matters of such weighty and great importance,
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or else whosoever runs abroad, had better have staid at home. 1 Tim. 3. The Apostle lays down their particular qualifications, who shall be fit for such places,
or Else whosoever runs abroad, had better have stayed At home. 1 Tim. 3. The Apostle lays down their particular qualifications, who shall be fit for such places,
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That our most Reverend Bishops, most instructed in the Government of the Church, and most highly dignified in it, should take great heed whom they bless:
That our most Reverend Bishops, most instructed in the Government of the Church, and most highly dignified in it, should take great heed whom they bless:
A Minister must be NONLATINALPHABET. 1 Tim. 3.3. given to Hospitality, a lover or user of Hospitality, according to the Apostles exhortaion, as we have therefore opportunity let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the Houshold of Faith.
A Minister must be. 1 Tim. 3.3. given to Hospitality, a lover or user of Hospitality, according to the Apostles Exhortation, as we have Therefore opportunity let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who Are of the Household of Faith.
But especially a Minister must be NONLATINALPHABET apt to teach, ready to teach, ever ready prest to do any thing which the Lord hath given him in charge;
But especially a Minister must be apt to teach, ready to teach, ever ready pressed to do any thing which the Lord hath given him in charge;
to feed the Peoples Souls with divine meat, to approve himself a Pastor after Gods own heart, ever labouring to imitate our Blessed Lord and Saviour, Matt. 5.2.
to feed the Peoples Souls with divine meat, to approve himself a Pastor After God's own heart, ever labouring to imitate our Blessed Lord and Saviour, Matt. 5.2.
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So our Saviour gave the charge unto his Disciples to be as wise as Serpents, and harmless and innocent as Doves. Matt. 10.16. Christ would have them Wise and Innocent.
So our Saviour gave the charge unto his Disciples to be as wise as Serpents, and harmless and innocent as Dove. Matt. 10.16. christ would have them Wise and Innocent.
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Nocentissimi autem qui non simplices, sicut stultissimi qui non sapientes, prastat minus sapere quam peius, errare quam fallere. Tertull. adversus Valent. Cap. 2.
Nocentissimi autem qui non simplices, sicut stultissimi qui non Wise, prastat minus Sapere quam Worse, errare quam fallere. Tertul Adversus Valent. Cap. 2.
but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world. 2 Cor. 1.12. Again, a Minister must be a Labourer not a loyterer in Gods harvest Whereunto I also labour, striving, saith the Apostle, NONLATINALPHABET, Sweating and taking great pains, bearing the burden and heat of the day. Col 1.29. Which may be most truly verified of him, who laboured more abundantly then all;
but by the grace of God, we have had our Conversation in the world. 2 Cor. 1.12. Again, a Minister must be a Labourer not a loiterer in God's harvest Whereunto I also labour, striving, Says the Apostle,, Sweating and taking great pains, bearing the burden and heat of the day. Col 1.29. Which may be most truly verified of him, who laboured more abundantly then all;
for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom in the Grave whither thou goest. Eccles. 9.10. Jeremiah saith, Cursed be he that doth the work of the Lord negligently, or deceitfully. Jer. 48.10.
for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor Wisdom in the Grave whither thou goest. Eccles. 9.10. Jeremiah Says, Cursed be he that does the work of the Lord negligently, or deceitfully. Jer. 48.10.
Saith Paul to Timothy, Give attendance to Reading, to Exhortation, to Doctrine, meditate upon these things, give thy self wholly to them; NONLATINALPHABET be in them; 1 Tim. 4.13. and after the example of Christ NONLATINALPHABET;
Says Paul to Timothy, Give attendance to Reading, to Exhortation, to Doctrine, meditate upon these things, give thy self wholly to them; be in them; 1 Tim. 4.13. and After the Exampl of christ;
saith he, I must be about my Fathers business. Luke 2.49. The Apostles professed unto the multitude of People that came about them, that they would give themselves continually to Prayer, and to the Ministry of the Word. Acts 6.4.
Says he, I must be about my Father's business. Luke 2.49. The Apostles professed unto the multitude of People that Come about them, that they would give themselves continually to Prayer, and to the Ministry of the Word. Acts 6.4.
Many thrive not in their Studies, as not calling upon God for his assistance therein, and blessing thereupon, by frequent, servent and constant prayer;
Many thrive not in their Studies, as not calling upon God for his assistance therein, and blessing thereupon, by frequent, servient and constant prayer;
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This is that which seeds the Soul with the dainties of the Scripture, doth refresh and comfort with Contemplation establisheth with grace, and nourish with heavenly food.
This is that which seeds the Soul with the dainties of the Scripture, does refresh and Comfort with Contemplation Establisheth with grace, and nourish with heavenly food.
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and faith unfeigned, labour to save our selves and them that hear us. 1 Tim 1.5. This is the onely way to be great Blessings unto them amongst whom we live;
and faith unfeigned, labour to save our selves and them that hear us. 1 Tim 1.5. This is the only Way to be great Blessings unto them among whom we live;
To be instrumental for much good unto the Church of God, this is one of the greatest happinesses in this world, To have large Opportunities for God and his Church.
To be instrumental for much good unto the Church of God, this is one of the greatest Happinesses in this world, To have large Opportunities for God and his Church.
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An innocent and unrebukable life is a silent testimony of a good Minister. But especially when we manifest our love to Christ by feeding his sheep. Joh. 21.15. By doing all that belongeth to the office of a good Shepherd to his sheep;
an innocent and unrebukable life is a silent testimony of a good Minister. But especially when we manifest our love to christ by feeding his sheep. John 21.15. By doing all that belongeth to the office of a good Shepherd to his sheep;
This is also a sure argument of the Ministers love to Christ, when he doth Conscionably labour to Edifie those, whom Christ loveth, and for whom he dyed.
This is also a sure argument of the Ministers love to christ, when he does Conscionably labour to Edify those, whom christ loves, and for whom he died.
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And now what infinite pity is it, that any one way of sin should ever stand up to hinder us from serving of God, in the Gospel of his Son? or rob us of our Excellency,
And now what infinite pity is it, that any one Way of since should ever stand up to hinder us from serving of God, in the Gospel of his Son? or rob us of our Excellency,
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The pleasures of sin are dear bought in any, but especially in a Minister. Heb. 6.6. This doth a world of mischief and hurt both in heaven and earth.
The pleasures of since Are dear bought in any, but especially in a Minister. Hebrew 6.6. This does a world of mischief and hurt both in heaven and earth.
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others may swear and swagger, and they matter not, nor wonder not. 2 Sam. 12.4. This was the reason why the Indians refused the Gospel brought by the Spaniards: because their lives were more savage then those Savages.
Others may swear and swagger, and they matter not, nor wonder not. 2 Sam. 12.4. This was the reason why the Indians refused the Gospel brought by the Spanish: Because their lives were more savage then those Savages.
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So many by their raw indigested slubbering of the Word, for want of study and meditation, do make men think that there is no more Wisdom, Purity Perfection, Majesty and Glory,
So many by their raw indigested slubbering of the Word, for want of study and meditation, do make men think that there is no more Wisdom, Purity Perfection, Majesty and Glory,
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p. 176. Therefore they had one that cried out to the people, Procul hinc este prophani; All you that are unclean and prophane depart hence, and come not near us.
p. 176. Therefore they had one that cried out to the people, Procul hinc este prophani; All you that Are unclean and profane depart hence, and come not near us.
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Again a Minister must be active and vigorous in the reproof of sin, Preach the Word be instant in season, out of season, reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and doctrine. 2 Tim. 4.2. Young Timothy must Reprove and Rebuke;
Again a Minister must be active and vigorous in the reproof of since, Preach the Word be instant in season, out of season, reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and Doctrine. 2 Tim. 4.2. Young Timothy must Reprove and Rebuke;
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Preaching the same Truths with aged Paul. It is Gods Charge unto Isaiah, to Cry aloud, to spare not, to lift up his Ʋoice like a Trumpet, shewing the People their Transgressions and sins. Isa. 58.1. A Minister must sometimes change his note, differ from himself, sharpening his speech, dipping his words in gall as our Saviour himself did.
Preaching the same Truths with aged Paul. It is God's Charge unto Isaiah, to Cry aloud, to spare not, to lift up his Ʋoice like a Trumpet, showing the People their Transgressions and Sins. Isaiah 58.1. A Minister must sometime change his note, differ from himself, sharpening his speech, dipping his words in Gall as our Saviour himself did.
Ye Serpents, ye generation of Vipers, how can ye escape the damnation of Hell? Whom yet we may find in another place, Matt. 5. as it were Piping and Dancing, and all melodious sweetness.
You Serpents, you generation of Vipers, how can you escape the damnation of Hell? Whom yet we may find in Another place, Matt. 5. as it were Piping and Dancing, and all melodious sweetness.
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This is the Voice of the Ministers of the Gospel, Peace be to you, and Fear not: for behold I bring you good tidings of great joy. Luke 2.10. Saith the holy Apostle, Ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear;
This is the Voice of the Ministers of the Gospel, Peace be to you, and fear not: for behold I bring you good tidings of great joy. Luke 2.10. Says the holy Apostle, You have not received the Spirit of bondage again to Fear;
But ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry Abba Father. Rom. 8.15. It is never a Spirit of Bondage again in that sense and meaning, as it was before.
But you have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry Abba Father. Rom. 8.15. It is never a Spirit of Bondage again in that sense and meaning, as it was before.
and laugh at their Idolatrous Image, and superstitious merriment: but with great zeal reproved their folly, and with indignation confounded their Idol.
and laugh At their Idolatrous Image, and superstitious merriment: but with great zeal reproved their folly, and with Indignation confounded their Idol.
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When mens lives proclaim Wars against God, must we not denounce Gods Judgments against them? We would be glad at every Sermon to say nothing but Peace to this Audience;
When men's lives proclaim Wars against God, must we not denounce God's Judgments against them? We would be glad At every Sermon to say nothing but Peace to this Audience;
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but how shall we sing the Lords Song in a strange Land? Ps. 137.4. We have Preached Glory, Honour, and Peace, and Salvation, and an incorruptible Crown, and the choycest delights that heart could wish; and were not regarded:
but how shall we sing the lords Song in a strange Land? Ps. 137.4. We have Preached Glory, Honour, and Peace, and Salvation, and an incorruptible Crown, and the Choicest delights that heart could wish; and were not regarded:
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What remains then? but to Preach Indignation, and Wrath, tribulation, and angnish upon every Soul of man that doth evil. Rom. 2.8,9. Fire from Heaven, Plague, Sword, and Famine, Captivity, Emptied from vessel to vessel, hurried from place to place.
What remains then? but to Preach Indignation, and Wrath, tribulation, and angnish upon every Soul of man that does evil. Rom. 2.8,9. Fire from Heaven, Plague, Sword, and Famine, Captivity, Emptied from vessel to vessel, hurried from place to place.
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A Minister must labour to be like John Baptist, to be a burning and a shining Light, more then a Voice; there must be life and heat in his Ministry. Job. 5.35. A Minister had need of many rare and excellent gifts, to open the Scriptures, to deduce from them, to convince of sin, to lay a good foundation, to move the affections (which the holy Scripture is so full of) And most certain it is that they which are of the most prodigious, wonderful and incomparable parts, are most sensible of their own inabilities.
A Minister must labour to be like John Baptist, to be a burning and a shining Light, more then a Voice; there must be life and heat in his Ministry. Job. 5.35. A Minister had need of many rare and excellent Gifts, to open the Scriptures, to deduce from them, to convince of since, to lay a good Foundation, to move the affections (which the holy Scripture is so full of) And most certain it is that they which Are of the most prodigious, wondered and incomparable parts, Are most sensible of their own Inabilities.
Which of the Israelites had been brought up a Courtier, 1 Schollar, an Israelite by Blood, by Education an Egyptian, Learned in all the Wisdom of the Egyptians,
Which of the Israelites had been brought up a Courtier, 1 Scholar, an Israelite by Blood, by Education an Egyptian, Learned in all the Wisdom of the egyptians,
and laboured, and Preached in inferiour places of the Church, that I should fill such or such a place of Dignity or Prelacy there? How few like Abram left to say in all humility, I am but Dust and Ashes; or Jacob, Non sum dignus.
and laboured, and Preached in inferior places of the Church, that I should fill such or such a place of Dignity or Prelacy there? How few like Abram left to say in all humility, I am but Dust and Ashes; or Jacob, Non sum Dignus.
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First, Ministers are called Watchmen. Son of man, I have made thee a Watchman unto the house of Israel. Ezek. 3.17. a Minister hath relation, and is debter unto the whole Church of God.
First, Ministers Are called Watchmen. Son of man, I have made thee a Watchman unto the house of Israel. Ezekiel 3.17. a Minister hath Relation, and is debtor unto the Whole Church of God.
and publick Officers of the Church, because they watch for your souls, as they that must give account. Heb. 13.17. therefore Honour, Reverence, Obedience and high Estimation is due unto them, as the Servants of the most High God, which shew unto men the way of Salvation. Acts 16.17. NONLATINALPHABET. Nomen quaesivit ab omni ambitione prorsus remotum, & tamen authoritat is maximae, si quis suo munere sanctè fungatur. Beza in loc.
and public Officers of the Church, Because they watch for your Souls, as they that must give account. Hebrew 13.17. Therefore Honour, reverence, obedience and high Estimation is due unto them, as the Servants of the most High God, which show unto men the Way of Salvation. Acts 16.17.. Nome quaesivit ab omni ambition prorsus remotum, & tamen authoritat is maximae, si quis Sue munere sanctè fungatur. Beza in loc.
Nam quo quisque plus laboris suscipit nostra causa, & quo majori difficultate, vel periculo se nobis impendit, eo sumus illi magis obstricti. Cal. in Loc.
Nam quo Quisque plus Laboris suscipit nostra causa, & quo majori difficultate, vel periculo se nobis impendit, eo sumus illi magis obstricti. Cal. in Loc.
With grief and sorrow for your disobedience, when you oppose your selves, and are obstinate, and rebellious, and ignorant, and set not your hearts to Consider of what is taught.
With grief and sorrow for your disobedience, when you oppose your selves, and Are obstinate, and rebellious, and ignorant, and Set not your hearts to Consider of what is taught.
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excelling in more clear seeing reason, men of Piercing understandings, Pure phansies, Quick inventions, Conversing with God in the immediate dialects of the Holy Ghost.
excelling in more clear seeing reason, men of Piercing understandings, Pure fancies, Quick Inventions, Conversing with God in the immediate dialects of the Holy Ghost.
and godliness in sincerity of heart, wherein true Nobility doth chiefly consist (for indeed there is none truely Noble but the Virtuous) This is the way to add to the Renown of all their famous Progenitors,
and godliness in sincerity of heart, wherein true Nobilt does chiefly consist (for indeed there is none truly Noble but the Virtuous) This is the Way to add to the Renown of all their famous Progenitors,
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Like Romanus who was Noble of Birth, but more Noble in his Martyrdom. Not the Blood of my Progenitors, says he, but Christian Profession makes me Noble.
Like Romanus who was Noble of Birth, but more Noble in his Martyrdom. Not the Blood of my Progenitors, Says he, but Christian Profession makes me Noble.
for the Scriptures are understood by the same means that other humane Writings are; by the use of Logick, Rhetorick, Grammar, and those Tongues in which they are expressed:
for the Scriptures Are understood by the same means that other humane Writings Are; by the use of Logic, Rhetoric, Grammar, and those Tongues in which they Are expressed:
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Though the Penmen of holy Scripture wrote not according to Art, (as some tell us) but according to grace, which is above all Art: (for unto them the Spirit of God did indite and dictate) Yet they that have written of Art, have found an Art in their Writings.
Though the Penmen of holy Scripture wrote not according to Art, (as Some tell us) but according to grace, which is above all Art: (for unto them the Spirit of God did indite and dictate) Yet they that have written of Art, have found an Art in their Writings.
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They are dangerous Teachers, and unfit for Watchmen, that never were learners. While they will not become Schollars of Truth, they become Masters of Errour.
They Are dangerous Teachers, and unfit for Watchmen, that never were learners. While they will not become Scholars of Truth, they become Masters of Error.
But first be well principled, and full fraught with sound knowledge, and good learning. As all the Israelites went down to the Philistines, to sharpen every man his Share,
But First be well principled, and full fraught with found knowledge, and good learning. As all the Israelites went down to the philistines, to sharpen every man his Share,
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to Thunder in Doctrine, and Lighten in Conversation, having an inward Principle of the light of holiness in them from Christ, that they may shine out holily unto others, not onely in the Pulpit and Prayer,
to Thunder in Doctrine, and Lighten in Conversation, having an inward Principle of the Light of holiness in them from christ, that they may shine out holily unto Others, not only in the Pulpit and Prayer,
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Now Prophets are of such account with God, that it is said God will do nothing, but he would reveal it unto his Servants the Prophets Amos 3.7. Kings, Priests and Prophets, were figures of Christ;
Now prophets Are of such account with God, that it is said God will do nothing, but he would reveal it unto his Servants the prophets Amos 3.7. Kings, Priests and prophets, were figures of christ;
When we Reprove and Rebuke, and threaten for sin, God he threatens; when we Exhort for Duties to be performed, Graces to be improved: God he Exhorts;
When we Reprove and Rebuke, and threaten for since, God he threatens; when we Exhort for Duties to be performed, Graces to be improved: God he Exhorts;
when we Invite and perswade, and Comfort by the Word, God he Comforts: and therefore those things, which Gods Ministers befeech, or Command in the Name of Christ;
when we Invite and persuade, and Comfort by the Word, God he Comforts: and Therefore those things, which God's Ministers befeech, or Command in the Name of christ;
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And they that think themselves too wise, to be taught by us, let all such remember that God hath chosen the foolish things of the world, to confound the wise. 1 Cor. 1.27. Let them think us those Fools whom God hath chosen to confound them.
And they that think themselves too wise, to be taught by us, let all such Remember that God hath chosen the foolish things of the world, to confound the wise. 1 Cor. 1.27. Let them think us those Fools whom God hath chosen to confound them.
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And all such as account our Preaching foolishness, we grant it unto them that perish; For the Preaching of the Cross is to them that perish foolishness:
And all such as account our Preaching foolishness, we grant it unto them that perish; For the Preaching of the Cross is to them that perish foolishness:
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and of believers in general, saith he, Ye are Gods Husbandry, Tillage, Field, or Building. 1 Cor. 3.9. which ought to be closely united to one another in the service of God.
and of believers in general, Says he, You Are God's Husbandry, Tillage, Field, or Building. 1 Cor. 3.9. which ought to be closely united to one Another in the service of God.
But for a Minister God hath promised most divine assistance, that he will be with his mouth, Exod. 4.12. and saith Christ to his Disciples, It is not ye that speak, but the Holy Ghost Mark 13.11.
But for a Minister God hath promised most divine assistance, that he will be with his Mouth, Exod 4.12. and Says christ to his Disciples, It is not you that speak, but the Holy Ghost Mark 13.11.
Like those Carpenters, that built the Ark to save others, and were drowned themselves: Or like Porters of Great mens Gates, that let in others, but lodge without themselves.
Like those Carpenters, that built the Ark to save Others, and were drowned themselves: Or like Porters of Great men's Gates, that let in Others, but lodge without themselves.
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an house not made with hands, eternal in the Heavens. q. d. dye when you will, heavenly mansions are ready for you. Joh. 14.2. your eternal happiness and blessedness is secured, which being so;
an house not made with hands, Eternal in the Heavens. q. worser. die when you will, heavenly mansions Are ready for you. John 14.2. your Eternal happiness and blessedness is secured, which being so;
Ministers are the Light of the world, in the places where they live, Matt. 5.14. and where they are wanting, their People sit in Darkness, and in the shadow of Death. Luke 1.79. that is, they are Blind, and Ignorant, Dead in trespasses and sins. Ephes. 2.1. rophane, without all the Life of grace in them;
Ministers Are the Light of the world, in the places where they live, Matt. 5.14. and where they Are wanting, their People fit in Darkness, and in the shadow of Death. Luke 1.79. that is, they Are Blind, and Ignorant, Dead in Trespasses and Sins. Ephesians 2.1. rophane, without all the Life of grace in them;
so that a constant, painful, faithful, powerful Minister Preaching to the Consciences of men, there will be such an efficacious effect of this, that even wicked men cannot so easily sin against God.
so that a constant, painful, faithful, powerful Minister Preaching to the Consciences of men, there will be such an efficacious Effect of this, that even wicked men cannot so Easily since against God.
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Sixtly, Ministers are called Angels; Rev: 2.1. now Angels are Spirits, spiritual substances, as the Psalmist speaks, he maketh his Angels Spirits, they are spiritual creatures;
Sixty, Ministers Are called Angels; Rev: 2.1. now Angels Are Spirits, spiritual substances, as the Psalmist speaks, he makes his Angels Spirits, they Are spiritual creatures;
If people perish for want of knowledge, shall Ministers escape who are negligent in teaching? be sure of it both smart together, they for their Ignorance, these for their Negligence;
If people perish for want of knowledge, shall Ministers escape who Are negligent in teaching? be sure of it both smart together, they for their Ignorance, these for their Negligence;
O that such men would be pleased to consider, that the best service they can do, the greatest honour they can attain unto, is to be faithful Labourers in Gods Vineyard.
O that such men would be pleased to Consider, that the best service they can do, the greatest honour they can attain unto, is to be faithful Labourers in God's Vineyard.
What an honour and happiness is it to a man, to be made a Common Blessing unto all men round about him? to be Eyes to the Blind, Legs to the Lame, a Mouth to the Dumb, a Staff to the Feeble, a Physician to the Sick, a Counsellour in hard Cases, a Watchman in Danger, a Captain in Conflicts;
What an honour and happiness is it to a man, to be made a Common Blessing unto all men round about him? to be Eyes to the Blind, Legs to the Lame, a Mouth to the Dumb, a Staff to the Feeble, a physician to the Sick, a Counselor in hard Cases, a Watchman in Danger, a Captain in Conflicts;
And is not this our business also? to treat between God and man, about eternal life? We are the Friends of the Bridegroom, We are Ambassadours for Christ,
And is not this our business also? to Treat between God and man, about Eternal life? We Are the Friends of the Bridegroom, We Are ambassadors for christ,
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desiring to Espouse you unto one Husband, and to present you chast Ʋirgins to Christ. 2 Cor. 11.2. Our work is to Cater for Heaven, to seed the slock of God, 1 Pet. 5.2. to win souls, to gather together with Christ, Matt. 12.30. to bring in Custom for the Kingdome of God.
desiring to Espouse you unto one Husband, and to present you chaste Ʋirgins to christ. 2 Cor. 11.2. Our work is to Cater for Heaven, to seed the slock of God, 1 Pet. 5.2. to win Souls, to gather together with christ, Matt. 12.30. to bring in Custom for the Kingdom of God.
So that a Minister doth not darken knowledge, but his Lips keep and disperse Knowledge. Prov. 15.7. and the people therefore should seek the Law at his mouth, for he is the messenger of the Lord of hosts.
So that a Minister does not darken knowledge, but his Lips keep and disperse Knowledge. Curae 15.7. and the people Therefore should seek the Law At his Mouth, for he is the Messenger of the Lord of hosts.
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Thus the Church of God is a spiritual Building; some Ministers bring stones, like James, Cephas, and John, Pillars in the House of God. Gal. 2.9. are more eminent and useful:
Thus the Church of God is a spiritual Building; Some Ministers bring stones, like James, Cephas, and John, Pillars in the House of God. Gal. 2.9. Are more eminent and useful:
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You cannot have the the mysteries of grace, saving knowledge, regeneration, and faith, without us, effectual calling, Justification, and glorification.
You cannot have the the Mysteres of grace, Saving knowledge, regeneration, and faith, without us, effectual calling, Justification, and glorification.
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not a new Revelation from heaven. Rom. 10.14. How shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard, and how shall they hear without a Preacher. Acts 26.17,18. Saith God to Paul, I send thee to the Gentiles, to open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light. There is Effectual calling;
not a new Revelation from heaven. Rom. 10.14. How shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd, and how shall they hear without a Preacher. Acts 26.17,18. Says God to Paul, I send thee to the Gentiles, to open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to Light. There is Effectual calling;
under which is comprehended union with Christ, Regeneration, inabling us unto Repentance towards God, and Faith towards our Lord Jesus Christ, [ That they may receive remission of sins. ] there is justification;
under which is comprehended Union with christ, Regeneration, enabling us unto Repentance towards God, and Faith towards our Lord jesus christ, [ That they may receive remission of Sins. ] there is justification;
First, By conferring upon us glorious priviledges, as Adoption, Kingship, crowning every good soul with that stile, Regale sacerdo• … um, Royal Priesthood 1 Pet. 2.9. to be Royal without Priesthood, seemed not to him Dignity enough, and indeed of all the Offices of Christ his Priesthood is the main.
First, By conferring upon us glorious privileges, as Adoption, Kingship, crowning every good soul with that style, Regale sacerdo• … um, Royal Priesthood 1 Pet. 2.9. to be Royal without Priesthood, seemed not to him Dignity enough, and indeed of all the Offices of christ his Priesthood is the main.
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How joyful and glad was Lydia when she could draw, and constrain Paul, and Silas to her house? If ye have judged me faithful to the Lord, saith she, come into my House, and abide there. Acts 16.15. shewing that never any Guests were so Welcome to her House before.
How joyful and glad was Lydia when she could draw, and constrain Paul, and Silas to her house? If you have judged me faithful to the Lord, Says she, come into my House, and abide there. Acts 16.15. showing that never any Guests were so Welcome to her House before.
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How much did the Galatians make of St. Paul? that he saith, They would have plucked out their own eyes, if it had been possible, to have done him good. Gal. 4.15. How beautiful are the feet of them, that Preach the Gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things. Rom. 10.15.
How much did the Galatians make of Saint Paul? that he Says, They would have plucked out their own eyes, if it had been possible, to have done him good. Gal. 4.15. How beautiful Are the feet of them, that Preach the Gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things. Rom. 10.15.
And hath God bidden you despise them now, which bad you honour them before? 1 Tim. 5.17. Let the Elders that Rule well, be accounted worthy of double honour, especially they who Labour in Word and Doctrine.
And hath God bidden you despise them now, which bade you honour them before? 1 Tim. 5.17. Let the Elders that Rule well, be accounted worthy of double honour, especially they who Labour in Word and Doctrine.
Such as apply their spirits most to the glory of God, and the Publick good; especially such as are Timothies in their houses, Chrysostoms in their Pulpits.
Such as apply their spirits most to the glory of God, and the Public good; especially such as Are Timothies in their houses, Chrysostom in their Pulpits.
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Some degree of Eloquence seems to be meet for a Minister; for Moses saith to God, I am not Eloquent. Exod. 2.10. 3. Ʋse. Thirdly, Hence we may see who are the best Ministers;
some degree of Eloquence seems to be meet for a Minister; for Moses Says to God, I am not Eloquent. Exod 2.10. 3. Ʋse. Thirdly, Hence we may see who Are the best Ministers;
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but he that setteth himself with all his might to do good. He that winneth souls is wise. Prov. 11.30. because of the great difficulty of this work, he is wise to himself, he lays up a good foundation against the time to come.
but he that sets himself with all his might to do good. He that wins Souls is wise. Curae 11.30. Because of the great difficulty of this work, he is wise to himself, he lays up a good Foundation against the time to come.
and certainty of his great affection. How often would I have gathered, &c. Matt. 23.37. ] God offered them mercy, while they had the dispensation of the means of grace:
and certainty of his great affection. How often would I have gathered, etc. Matt. 23.37. ] God offered them mercy, while they had the Dispensation of the means of grace:
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Certe quidem bonus Pastor animam pro pecoribus ponit, ut Moses non homini adhuc Christo revelato, etiam in se figurato ait, si perdis hunc populum, inquit & me pariter cum eo disperde. Tertull. de fuga in Persecutione. Cap. 11.
Certain quidem bonus Pastor animam Pro pecoribus Ponit, ut Moses non Homini Adhoc Christ revelato, etiam in se figurato ait, si Perdis hunc Populum, inquit & me pariter cum eo disperde. Tertul de fuga in Persecution. Cap. 11.
And it is true that Moses was a typical Mediator, and did atone for them. Exod. 32.30. With what a bleeding heart doth St. Paul speak for the salvation of the Jews? Rom. 9.1,2,3.
And it is true that Moses was a typical Mediator, and did atone for them. Exod 32.30. With what a bleeding heart does Saint Paul speak for the salvation of the jews? Rom. 9.1,2,3.
if we were able, when we consider how many people in England seem to loose the hope of a good beginning, who have suck'd their first sincere milk of the word, that they might grow thereby. 1 Pet. 2.2.
if we were able, when we Consider how many people in England seem to lose the hope of a good beginning, who have sucked their First sincere milk of the word, that they might grow thereby. 1 Pet. 2.2.
in waiting upon God in his publick ordinances, and blessed God that they might wait, seemed to be in a good forwardness, in the of way of Life and Salvation, confessed that they have received comfort,
in waiting upon God in his public ordinances, and blessed God that they might wait, seemed to be in a good forwardness, in the of Way of Life and Salvation, confessed that they have received Comfort,
It is one good argnment of piety to love the place where God speaks, the house of his presence. Psal. 26.8. Lord, I have loved the habitation of thy house, and the place where thine honour dwelleth.
It is one good argnment of piety to love the place where God speaks, the house of his presence. Psalm 26.8. Lord, I have loved the habitation of thy house, and the place where thine honour dwells.
the Earth made barren for his sake, and all the days of his life he was to eat his bread in the sweat of his face, Man an enemy to God, God and man at a very great distance (I mean a distance of state and condition) and so unhappy man desireth to continue, never to have to do with God for ever.
the Earth made barren for his sake, and all the days of his life he was to eat his bred in the sweat of his face, Man an enemy to God, God and man At a very great distance (I mean a distance of state and condition) and so unhappy man Desires to continue, never to have to do with God for ever.
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O what will become of men at that great Day? that have all th•ir time here been found fighters against God, treasuring up wrath against the day of wrath. Acts 5.39.
O what will become of men At that great Day? that have all th•ir time Here been found fighters against God, treasuring up wrath against the day of wrath. Acts 5.39.
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O for men to be in the very gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity! Acts 8.23. possessed with most wicked malice, slaves to the Devil to do all manner of wickedness;
O for men to be in the very Gall of bitterness, and in the bound of iniquity! Acts 8.23. possessed with most wicked malice, slaves to the devil to do all manner of wickedness;
come in and accept of the offers and tenders of grace and mercy now, or else you may be lost and gone for ever, qui jam non credit imposterum sentiet, he that will not now believe shall hereafter feel, sooner or later, The sinner an hundred years old shall be accursed. Isa. 65.20. Tua res agitur non Dei;
come in and accept of the offers and tenders of grace and mercy now, or Else you may be lost and gone for ever, qui jam non credit imposterum sentiet, he that will not now believe shall hereafter feel, sooner or later, The sinner an hundred Years old shall be accursed. Isaiah 65.20. Tua Rest agitur non Dei;
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Certainly it concerns men, that have not made their peace with God, to spend their days in bewailing their sinful and miserable condition, to exchange all their carnal joy for some godly sorrow, that God may give them that in tears which they could never find in sensual pleasures, that God may give them salvation;
Certainly it concerns men, that have not made their peace with God, to spend their days in bewailing their sinful and miserable condition, to exchange all their carnal joy for Some godly sorrow, that God may give them that in tears which they could never find in sensual pleasures, that God may give them salvation;
NONLATINALPHABET, Naz. Orat. 17. God hath joyned salvation, with sorrow and sighing, godly sorrow, and sighing is the souls food, and the minds refection.
, Nazareth Orat 17. God hath joined salvation, with sorrow and sighing, godly sorrow, and sighing is the Souls food, and the minds refection.
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The wicked through the pride of his countenance, will not seek after God, God is not in all his thoughts. Psal. 10.4. or all his thoughts are, there is no God. non esse Deum sunt omnes cogitationes ejus. Junius.
The wicked through the pride of his countenance, will not seek After God, God is not in all his thoughts. Psalm 10.4. or all his thoughts Are, there is no God. non esse God sunt omnes Cogitations His. Junius.
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This is that fool that hath said in heart, there is no God. Psal. 14.1. it is rather an Option then an Opinion, faith S. Austin, He could be content there was none.
This is that fool that hath said in heart, there is no God. Psalm 14.1. it is rather an Option then an Opinion, faith S. Austin, He could be content there was none.
God is not the object of his joy, his thoughts, and meditationsu, either is he careful and solicitous aboutheavenly and divine things being intentive about prophane.
God is not the Object of his joy, his thoughts, and meditationsu, either is he careful and solicitous aboutheavenly and divine things being intentive about profane.
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as S. Bernard tells us in his 32. Sermon super Cantica. Quidest reconciliatio, nisi iterata animorum dissidentium conciliatio? And the same Father tells us, that there are three to whom we ought to be reconciled, To God, Angels, and Men.
as S. Bernard tells us in his 32. Sermon super Cantica. Quidest Reconciliation, nisi iterata animorum dissidentium conciliatio? And the same Father tells us, that there Are three to whom we ought to be reconciled, To God, Angels, and Men.
Unto Men by manifest deeds, clear and shining, which are to be wrought before men Joh. 3.21. Let your light so shine on earth to the glory of your Father in heaven. Matt 5.16. There's a demonsiration.
Unto Men by manifest Deeds, clear and shining, which Are to be wrought before men John 3.21. Let your Light so shine on earth to the glory of your Father in heaven. Matt 5.16. There's a demonsiration.
This is a brave noble way of giving Earth a translation, and to improve every Alms and Penny to the best, laying up in store for themselves, a good Foundation against the time to come.
This is a brave noble Way of giving Earth a Translation, and to improve every Alms and Penny to the best, laying up in store for themselves, a good Foundation against the time to come.
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Angelorum delitiae Poenitententium lacrymae. and other signs of repentance which please and delight the Angels, who are sent about Gods Messages to this Earth.
Angels Delitiae Poenitententium lacrymae. and other Signs of Repentance which please and delight the Angels, who Are sent about God's Messages to this Earth.
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How glad was the holy Apostle when he perceived it in the Romans, and asked them, What fruit had ye then in those things, whereof ye are now ashamed? Rom. 6 21. Certainly, sin is not a gainful way;
How glad was the holy Apostle when he perceived it in the Roman, and asked them, What fruit had you then in those things, whereof you Are now ashamed? Rom. 6 21. Certainly, since is not a gainful Way;
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must we tell them of Heaven, and an immortal Crown, and Kingdom, before repenting of their wickednesses, till they be first recovered in some measure from the gall of bitterness, and bond of iniquity. Acts 8.22.
must we tell them of Heaven, and an immortal Crown, and Kingdom, before repenting of their Wickednesses, till they be First recovered in Some measure from the Gall of bitterness, and bound of iniquity. Acts 8.22.
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Be not deceived, God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Gal. 6.7. If ye live after the flesh ye shall dye. Rom. 8.13.
Be not deceived, God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man Soweth, that shall he also reap. Gal. 6.7. If you live After the Flesh you shall die. Rom. 8.13.
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When Iniquity hath played her part, then shall Vengeance leap upon the Stage. The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God. Psal. 9.17.
When Iniquity hath played her part, then shall Vengeance leap upon the Stage. The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the Nations that forget God. Psalm 9.17.
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And that with a Go ye Cursed into everlasting fire prepared for the Devil and his angels. Mat. 25.41. Could we behold your Cheeks blubbered with Tears, your Hands beating your Breasts, like the poor penitent Publican. Luke 18.13. your Cryes resounding at Heaven Gates for mercy:
And that with a Go you Cursed into everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his Angels. Mathew 25.41. Could we behold your Cheeks blubbered with Tears, your Hands beating your Breasts, like the poor penitent Publican. Lycia 18.13. your Cries resounding At Heaven Gates for mercy:
And now Men, Brethren, and Fathers, with what words shall I bespeak you all, to live to that God from whom you shine? That when the Grave shall be open for you, Heaven may not be shut against you.
And now Men, Brothers, and Father's, with what words shall I bespeak you all, to live to that God from whom you shine? That when the Grave shall be open for you, Heaven may not be shut against you.
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Shall the great Luminaries of Heaven, the Sun and the Moon be darkened? Mat. 24 29. before that soul of thine be inlightened? And the Stars fall down from Heaven,
Shall the great Luminaries of Heaven, the Sun and the Moon be darkened? Mathew 24 29. before that soul of thine be enlightened? And the Stars fallen down from Heaven,
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and eternal life be sown in thy heart? art thou so dead, and buried in sin, that no Sermon shall stir nor awaken thee? but the last Trumpet shall sound before thou wilt hear? O wo to thee when thy days are ended.
and Eternal life be sown in thy heart? art thou so dead, and buried in since, that no Sermon shall stir nor awaken thee? but the last Trumpet shall found before thou wilt hear? O woe to thee when thy days Are ended.
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And yet I declare unto you this truth in the name of God, that there is not the worst, the vilest in the Congregation, that is come through the Providence of God, before God this day;
And yet I declare unto you this truth in the name of God, that there is not the worst, the Vilest in the Congregation, that is come through the Providence of God, before God this day;
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And this may be said with all grateful commemoration, and great truth, that when by Divine Providence, Almighty God the Father of all Mercies, returned our most dread Sovereign unto us the People of England, to the execution of his Kingly Office;
And this may be said with all grateful commemoration, and great truth, that when by Divine Providence, Almighty God the Father of all mercies, returned our most dread Sovereign unto us the People of England, to the execution of his Kingly Office;
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and to fortifie their prophaneness from the infirmities of their Teachers. Wicked men love that in the Saints, which the Saints never loved themselves:
and to fortify their profaneness from the infirmities of their Teachers. Wicked men love that in the Saints, which the Saints never loved themselves:
And O what a miserable thing it is, when a Land is darkened, and and the glory is departed? O the dreadful effects that will follow the Contempt of Gods Ordinances, and his Ministers.
And O what a miserable thing it is, when a Land is darkened, and and the glory is departed? O the dreadful effects that will follow the Contempt of God's Ordinances, and his Ministers.
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so usually they are singled out by the Devil and his Instruments, as the principal Butts against which the invenomed Arrows of Malicious hearts are most directed.
so usually they Are singled out by the devil and his Instruments, as the principal Butts against which the envenomed Arrows of Malicious hearts Are most directed.
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And therefore not onely Serpentine Wisdom, and Dove-like Innocency is necessary for them, above others: also Courage and Magnanimity, not to fear the faces of Men: Sanctity and Holiness:
And Therefore not only Serpentine Wisdom, and Dovelike Innocency is necessary for them, above Others: also Courage and Magnanimity, not to Fear the faces of Men: Sanctity and Holiness:
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and NONLATINALPHABET a Babler with the Philosophers of Athens; The deadliest that Demosthenes bestowed upon Aesehines, and the best the Athenians could afford St. Paul.
and a Babbler with the Philosophers of Athens; The deadliest that Demosthenes bestowed upon Aesehines, and the best the Athenians could afford Saint Paul.
We are unto God (saith the Apostle) a sweet savour of Christ in them that are saved, and in them that perish. 2 Cor. 2.15. The faithful Ministers labour whether it hit or miss, is accepted of God;
We Are unto God (Says the Apostle) a sweet savour of christ in them that Are saved, and in them that perish. 2 Cor. 2.15. The faithful Ministers labour whither it hit or miss, is accepted of God;
Now let us all stand and admire at the infinite grace and favour of God, the Father of all Mercies, in bestowing upon us, the People of England, such great, and manifold Blessings;
Now let us all stand and admire At the infinite grace and favour of God, the Father of all mercies, in bestowing upon us, the People of England, such great, and manifold Blessings;
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and speaking the Language of Canaan; seeing that through the infinite goodness of God, out Princes are Christians, there is not that Persecution, Religion is not disturbed, we are not compelled to manifest the proof of our Faith by harder trials, to resist even unto blood striving against sin. Heb. 12.4. Sealing to the truth with our blood, as that holy Martyr Ignatius, and many others did.
and speaking the Language of Canaan; seeing that through the infinite Goodness of God, out Princes Are Christians, there is not that Persecution, Religion is not disturbed, we Are not compelled to manifest the proof of our Faith by harder trials, to resist even unto blood striving against since. Hebrew 12.4. Sealing to the truth with our blood, as that holy Martyr Ignatius, and many Others did.
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NONLATINALPHABET. And when he came to the wild Beasts to be devoured of them, and his bones crushed between their Teeth, saith he NONLATINALPHABET, Now I begin to be a Chris•ian. Ignat. Epist. ad Rom.
. And when he Come to the wild Beasts to be devoured of them, and his bones crushed between their Teeth, Says he, Now I begin to be a Chris•ian. Ignatius Epistle and Rom.
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In the History of the Waldenses, they petitioning, That seeing it was permitted to the Saracens, and Turks, and Jews, who are mortal Enemies to Christ,
In the History of the Waldenses, they petitioning, That seeing it was permitted to the Saracens, and Turks, and jews, who Are Mortal Enemies to christ,
and the good of his Church. That our Nobility may be Loyal, and Faithful; men of holiness and Religion, sparkling with ten thousand Glories, Vertues, and Graces;
and the good of his Church. That our Nobilt may be Loyal, and Faithful; men of holiness and Religion, sparkling with ten thousand Glories, Virtues, and Graces;
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That our Judges may be as at the first, and our Counsellours as at the beginning. Isa. 1.26. like Moses, Joshua, &c. Impartially Execute Gods Judgments upon the Enemies of the Church, and faithfully administer Justice among the People; no unrighteousness in Judgment:
That our Judges may be as At the First, and our Counsellors as At the beginning. Isaiah 1.26. like Moses, joshua, etc. Impartially Execute God's Judgments upon the Enemies of the Church, and faithfully administer justice among the People; no unrighteousness in Judgement:
That our inferiour Magistrates may be Able men, such as fear God; Men of Truth hating Covetousness. Exod. 18.21. Our Gentry Sober, Vigilant, Temperate in all things;
That our inferior Magistrates may be Able men, such as Fear God; Men of Truth hating Covetousness. Exod 18.21. Our Gentry Sobrium, Vigilant, Temperate in all things;
That they may Run in that heavenly Race set before them in the Holy Scriptures, and so obtain an Incorruptible Crown. 1 Cor. 9.24,25. Our Ministers all as so many burning Lights, Pastors after Gods own heart.
That they may Run in that heavenly Raze Set before them in the Holy Scriptures, and so obtain an Incorruptible Crown. 1 Cor. 9.24,25. Our Ministers all as so many burning Lights, Pastors After God's own heart.
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I Preach Absolution of sins to every Penitent Soul; I offer the Seals of Reconciliation to every Contrite spirit; I Comfort the Broken-hearted. If I be a Housholder;
I Preach Absolution of Sins to every Penitent Soul; I offer the Seals of Reconciliation to every Contrite Spirit; I Comfort the Brokenhearted. If I be a Householder;
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For the same Commandement that binds and obliges unto the Fear of God, bindeth also to Honour the King. 1 Pet. 2.17. to give honour and obedience in a special manner unto the highest Magistrate, so that he which hath not performed the latter of these Duties, is not to be thought to have performed the other sincerely.
For the same Commandment that binds and obliges unto the fear of God, binds also to Honour the King. 1 Pet. 2.17. to give honour and Obedience in a special manner unto the highest Magistrate, so that he which hath not performed the latter of these Duties, is not to be Thought to have performed the other sincerely.
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be men of meek and quiet spirits, in imitation of Christ, and according to his Command. Mat. 11.29. who hath also intailed such a blessing upon such persons as imports all good things. Mat. 5.5.
be men of meek and quiet spirits, in imitation of christ, and according to his Command. Mathew 11.29. who hath also intailed such a blessing upon such Persons as imports all good things. Mathew 5.5.
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Is it not infinitely better to be a peace Maker, then a peace Breaker? They that live in obedience unto Government, have the Blessing, Benefit, and Protection of Government.
Is it not infinitely better to be a peace Maker, then a peace Breaker? They that live in Obedience unto Government, have the Blessing, Benefit, and Protection of Government.
and seek to disturb or molest others; as the word NONLATINALPHABET in the first Psalm signifies. And therefore the Laws of the Kingdom do oftentimes most deservedly take hold of them.
and seek to disturb or molest Others; as the word in the First Psalm signifies. And Therefore the Laws of the Kingdom do oftentimes most deservedly take hold of them.
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Set your hearts now unto these things, for what is our Hope, or Joy, or Crown of Rejoycing? are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ, at his Coming? Ye are our Glory and Joy. 1 Thes. 2.19,20. Weep in secret for all Abominations you see committed.
Set your hearts now unto these things, for what is our Hope, or Joy, or Crown of Rejoicing? Are not even you in the presence of our Lord jesus christ, At his Coming? You Are our Glory and Joy. 1 Thebes 2.19,20. Weep in secret for all Abominations you see committed.
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And the Holy Church throughout all the world: We may arrive to that General, Honourable, and Glorious Assembly, Heb. 12.23. to Celebrate the Praises of God;
And the Holy Church throughout all the world: We may arrive to that General, Honourable, and Glorious Assembly, Hebrew 12.23. to Celebrate the Praises of God;
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