The wedding-supper as it was handled out of the fourteen first verses of the 22. chapter of Matthew, in sundry exercises in Tavistock in Devon. Wherein the offer of salvation, both to Jews and Gentiles, is noted: and divers plain and pithy doctrines observed, and applied. Being the effect of twelve sermons preached by Thomas Larkham, the oppressed pastor of the despised Church of Christ there.
And Jesus answered and spake unto them again by Parables, and said, The Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a certain King, which made a Marriage for his Son,
And jesus answered and spoke unto them again by Parables, and said, The Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a certain King, which made a Marriage for his Son,
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and also the Gentiles, in the blessed Means of Grace and Salvation. In which Parable, consider, First, the Preface, Entrance, or Introduction unto the same: Secondly the Parable it self.
and also the Gentiles, in the blessed Means of Grace and Salvation. In which Parable, Consider, First, the Preface, Entrance, or Introduction unto the same: Secondly the Parable it self.
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Jesus. Secondly, the occasion intimated in the Word, Answered, to wit, one speaking touching the blessed condition of such as shall eat bread in the Kingdom of Heaven. Luke 14.15.
jesus. Secondly, the occasion intimated in the Word, Answered, to wit, one speaking touching the blessed condition of such as shall eat bred in the Kingdom of Heaven. Lycia 14.15.
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Sometimes they are taken for the Kingdom of Grace; and that in diverse respects. First, the manner of the working of Grace is sometime meant; as Mat. 13.31.32. in the Parable of the grain of mustardseed and of the leaven.
Sometime they Are taken for the Kingdom of Grace; and that in diverse respects. First, the manner of the working of Grace is sometime meant; as Mathew 13.31.32. in the Parable of the grain of Mustard seed and of the leaven.
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Thirdly, in respect of the meanes of Grace, the Preaching of the Gospel; So this Phrase, the Kingdom of Heaven is used Mat. 13.47. where it is compared to a Nett that was cast into the Sea, and gathered of every kind;
Thirdly, in respect of the means of Grace, the Preaching of the Gospel; So this Phrase, the Kingdom of Heaven is used Mathew 13.47. where it is compared to a Net that was cast into the Sea, and gathered of every kind;
The same phrase is used also, Fourthly, for the visible Church (•••••ng out Christ in preaching and other •••• … ances,) in diverse Places and Verses 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 thirteenth Chap. and also elsewhere.
The same phrase is used also, Fourthly, for the visible Church (•••••ng out christ in preaching and other •••• … ances,) in diverse Places and Verses 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 thirteenth Chap. and also elsewhere.
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So that in those Eastern places, the birds made Nests in the Branches of them (as the Scripture speaketh.) And we have seen very great Stalkes with Branches in this our own Land in some places.
So that in those Eastern places, the Birds made Nests in the Branches of them (as the Scripture speaks.) And we have seen very great Stalks with Branches in this our own Land in Some places.
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The first seed of Grace, is very little, and sometimes it is long before a gratious Soul can perceive any thing in himself, of this pretious seed, in his own Soul:
The First seed of Grace, is very little, and sometime it is long before a gracious Soul can perceive any thing in himself, of this precious seed, in his own Soul:
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So, I say the preaching of the Gospel, is called the Kingdom of Heaven, because it is that by which God hath appointed to bring Souls unto the Kingdom of Heaven.
So, I say the preaching of the Gospel, is called the Kingdom of Heaven, Because it is that by which God hath appointed to bring Souls unto the Kingdom of Heaven.
All the Saints are made Kings as well as Priests. Rev. 1.6. The imposition of this high tittle on Gospel-preaching, gives occasion to note That the Preaching of the Gospel, where it is afforded, is a very great and pretious vouchsafement.
All the Saints Are made Kings as well as Priests. Rev. 1.6. The imposition of this high tittle on Gospel preaching, gives occasion to note That the Preaching of the Gospel, where it is afforded, is a very great and precious vouchsafement.
It is called a hidden treasure, Mat. 13.44. a Pearl verses 45 46. The word of eternal life. Joh. 6.68. The words of this life, Acts 5.20. The word of Salvation. Acts 13.26 The Salvation of God, Act. 28.28. The power of God unto Salvation. Rom. 1.16. The word of faith. Rom 10.8 The word of reconciliation. 2 Cor. 5.19. The grace of God that bringeth Salvation.
It is called a hidden treasure, Mathew 13.44. a Pearl Verses 45 46. The word of Eternal life. John 6.68. The words of this life, Acts 5.20. The word of Salvation. Acts 13.26 The Salvation of God, Act. 28.28. The power of God unto Salvation. Rom. 1.16. The word of faith. Rom 10.8 The word of reconciliation. 2 Cor. 5.19. The grace of God that brings Salvation.
Titu. 2 11. The immortal seed of regeneration. 1 Pet. 1.23. So that as it is said of the Church, Psal. 87 ver. 7.3. Glorious things are spoken of thee thou City of God;
Titu. 2 11. The immortal seed of regeneration. 1 Pet. 1.23. So that as it is said of the Church, Psalm 87 ver. 7.3. Glorious things Are spoken of thee thou city of God;
Therefore we find that the people which sate in darkness (when Christ came among them to preach) saw a great light: And to them which sate in the region and shadow of death light was sprung up. Mat. 4.16.
Therefore we find that the people which sat in darkness (when christ Come among them to preach) saw a great Light: And to them which sat in the region and shadow of death Light was sprung up. Mathew 4.16.
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Secondly, It is of great power to convince the conscience: So we may see 1 Cor. 14.25.26. But if all Prophesie, and there come in one that believeth not, or one unlearned, he is convinced of all, he is judged of all.
Secondly, It is of great power to convince the conscience: So we may see 1 Cor. 14.25.26. But if all Prophesy, and there come in one that Believeth not, or one unlearned, he is convinced of all, he is judged of all.
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But this the word preached doth work, as may be plainly seen, Rom. 10.14, 15, 16, 17. It is the power of God unto Salvation. Rom. 1.16. The engraffed word which is able to save our Soules. Jam. 1.12. That brings Salvation. Tit. 2.11. Highly esteemed;
But this the word preached does work, as may be plainly seen, Rom. 10.14, 15, 16, 17. It is the power of God unto Salvation. Rom. 1.16. The engrafted word which is able to save our Souls. Jam. 1.12. That brings Salvation. Tit. 2.11. Highly esteemed;
You see then how Paul prizeth it, and how the Saints prize it, and weep to hear of the binding of that blessed Preacher Paul. Angels scorn not to learn of the Church the Mysteries of the Gospel, Ephes 3.10. they enquire after these things of the word, 1 Peter 1.12. which things the Angels desire to look into.
You see then how Paul prizeth it, and how the Saints prize it, and weep to hear of the binding of that blessed Preacher Paul. Angels scorn not to Learn of the Church the Mysteres of the Gospel, Ephesians 3.10. they inquire After these things of the word, 1 Peter 1.12. which things the Angels desire to look into.
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It is sad to consider, that many (once) forward and eminent professors of Religion, do now account it the height of their excellency to slight preaching and preachers.
It is sad to Consider, that many (once) forward and eminent professors of Religion, do now account it the height of their excellency to slight preaching and Preachers.
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Secondly, Their unreverent behaviour being present. Thirdly, Loose carriage afterwards: and losing by and by what they have heard Luke 8.12. gave us greatest offence.
Secondly, Their unreverent behaviour being present. Thirdly, Lose carriage afterwards: and losing by and by what they have herd Lycia 8.12. gave us greatest offence.
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But I say to all, Wisdom crieth without, she uttereth her voice in the streets &c. Prov. 1. from the twenty fourth to the 33 v. Whiles Christ wooeth, tis good to be wooen.
But I say to all, Wisdom cries without, she utters her voice in the streets etc. Curae 1. from the twenty fourth to the 33 v. While christ wooeth, this good to be wooen.
Fourthly, bring forth fruit in your lives The commoditie is a rich one, Paul thanketh God on the behalf of the Corinthians for the Grace of God which was given them by Jesus Christ;
Fourthly, bring forth fruit in your lives The commodity is a rich one, Paul thanketh God on the behalf of the Corinthians for the Grace of God which was given them by jesus christ;
For you see your calling brethren, (saith the same Apostle) ver. the twentiesixth of the same chap. How that not many wise men after the flesh, not many Mighty, not many Noble are called;
For you see your calling brothers, (Says the same Apostle) for. the twentiesixth of the same chap. How that not many wise men After the Flesh, not many Mighty, not many Noble Are called;
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and is indeed that by which the Kingdom of Heaven is represented, hath in it three Particulars, two whereof are in this second verse: and the third takes up all the other verses unto the fifteenth.
and is indeed that by which the Kingdom of Heaven is represented, hath in it three Particulars, two whereof Are in this second verse: and the third Takes up all the other Verses unto the fifteenth.
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God is not a man, but a Spirit; and challengeth he that dares, or can, to liken him to to any thing. Isaiah 40.18. To whom then will ye liken God? Or what likeness will ye compare him unto? And so also.
God is not a man, but a Spirit; and Challengeth he that dares, or can, to liken him to to any thing. Isaiah 40.18. To whom then will you liken God? Or what likeness will you compare him unto? And so also.
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and lifteth the needy out of the dunghill, ver 7. O what a Glory tis to great men, to take notice of poor distressed mean ones? But consider, God must needs stoop very low to consider the best of his creatures;
and lifts the needy out of the dunghill, for 7. O what a Glory this to great men, to take notice of poor distressed mean ones? But Consider, God must needs stoop very low to Consider the best of his creatures;
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Secondly, consider, what would you say of an eminent man, a man of honour, that having been abused by a poor scullion, whom he is able to crush in a moment, doth yet out of the goodness of his Nature and Humble frame of spirit, Intreat, Beseech, send to first to have a reconciliation? Would not all the World admire such a man? Friends,
Secondly, Consider, what would you say of an eminent man, a man of honour, that having been abused by a poor scullion, whom he is able to crush in a moment, does yet out of the Goodness of his Nature and Humble frame of Spirit, Entreat, Beseech, send to First to have a reconciliation? Would not all the World admire such a man? Friends,
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Thus God deals with sinfull men, verse 3.4. of this chap. I am now upon. And 2 Cor. 5.18. we read of Gods reconciling us to himself by Jesus Christ, and of a Ministry of reconciliation. And ver. 19.20. of stooping so low, and honouring man so much as to send Ambassadors, or rather Petitioners to beg, beseech and pray us to be reconciled to him.
Thus God deals with sinful men, verse 3.4. of this chap. I am now upon. And 2 Cor. 5.18. we read of God's reconciling us to himself by jesus christ, and of a Ministry of reconciliation. And ver. 19.20. of stooping so low, and honouring man so much as to send ambassadors, or rather Petitioners to beg, beseech and pray us to be reconciled to him.
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and shalt be the fellow creature of the meanest, maugre thy pride) Doth God do so? or Dost thou think there is less difference between God and thy self,
and shalt be the fellow creature of the Meanest, maugre thy pride) Does God do so? or Dost thou think there is less difference between God and thy self,
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I tell you, if God were to walk abroad in the shape of a man, he would sooner visite a poor humble gracious soul a thousand times then the Alaflantara fellows, mincing Minions,
I tell you, if God were to walk abroad in the shape of a man, he would sooner visit a poor humble gracious soul a thousand times then the Alaflantara Fellows, mincing Minions,
He waits, even when his head is filled with dew, and his locks with the drops of the night. Cant. 5.2. He endures with much long-suffering the vessels of wrath fitted to destruction. Rom. 6.22. He is long suffering to us ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
He waits, even when his head is filled with due, and his locks with the drops of the night. Cant 5.2. He endures with much long-suffering the vessels of wrath fitted to destruction. Rom. 6.22. He is long suffering to us ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to Repentance.
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Then why should his Creatures be proud, seeing the Creator is so Humble? Yet such we read of Psal. 12.4. who have said with our tongue will we prevail, our lipps are our own;
Then why should his Creatures be proud, seeing the Creator is so Humble? Yet such we read of Psalm 12.4. who have said with our tongue will we prevail, our lips Are our own;
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O that men would marke such threatning Scriptures as I shall mention against Proud men. Lev. 16.19. I will break the pride of your Power. Prov. 15.25. The Lord will destroy the house of the Proud. Prov. 16.18. Pride goeth before destruction: and a haughty spirit before a fall. Luk. 1.51. He hath shewed strength with his arm, he hath scattered the proud, &c. James 4.6. God resisteth the proud, but he giveth Grace to the Humble:
Oh that men would mark such threatening Scriptures as I shall mention against Proud men. Lev. 16.19. I will break the pride of your Power. Curae 15.25. The Lord will destroy the house of the Proud. Curae 16.18. Pride Goes before destruction: and a haughty Spirit before a fallen. Luk. 1.51. He hath showed strength with his arm, he hath scattered the proud, etc. James 4.6. God Resisteth the proud, but he gives Grace to the Humble:
He will dwell with them as Isaiah 57.15. mentioned before. Humility is the fore-runner of honour, as a haughty heart is of destruction, Prov. 18.12. Let the Sons of men be in love with this Grace;
He will dwell with them as Isaiah 57.15. mentioned before. Humility is the forerunner of honour, as a haughty heart is of destruction, Curae 18.12. Let the Sons of men be in love with this Grace;
For the first, what good have we done in our places with our wealth? how unprofitably have we spent our time? And then consider, wrath is abroad the world.
For the First, what good have we done in our places with our wealth? how unprofitably have we spent our time? And then Consider, wrath is abroad the world.
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Surely, Gods humility ought not to cause disrespect of his dignity. Kings are to be honoured 1 Pet. 2.13. The King is Supream, and therefore to be submitted unto, & to be honoured v. 17. And if Earthly Kings;
Surely, God's humility ought not to cause disrespect of his dignity. Kings Are to be honoured 1 Pet. 2.13. The King is Supreme, and Therefore to be submitted unto, & to be honoured v. 17. And if Earthly Kings;
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Yea the Lord sitteth King for ever. His dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his Kingdom is from Generation to Generation. Deuteronom. cap. 4. ver. 34.
Yea the Lord Sitteth King for ever. His dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his Kingdom is from Generation to Generation. Deuteronomy. cap. 4. ver. 34.
The Humble carriage of Abraham a man of Might (he had in his house thirty eight Trained Souldiers) got him a great deal of respect among the children of Heth. You may read the story at large your selves, Gen. twenty three, ver. six unto the thirteenth.
The Humble carriage of Abraham a man of Might (he had in his house thirty eight Trained Soldiers) god him a great deal of respect among the children of Heth. You may read the story At large your selves, Gen. twenty three, ver. six unto the thirteenth.
He stood up, he bowed himself to the people of the Land, even to the children of Heth. ver. 7. And again Abraham bowed down himself before the People of the Land. So, I say Gods humbling of himself, should rather be a cause why People should give him the greater Honour and Reverence.
He stood up, he bowed himself to the people of the Land, even to the children of Heth. ver. 7. And again Abraham bowed down himself before the People of the Land. So, I say God's humbling of himself, should rather be a cause why People should give him the greater Honour and reverence.
the heathen shall perish out his land. Psal. 10.16. The Lord reigneth, let the People tremble. Psal 99.1. He is a great King, and his name is dreadfull among the Heathen. Malachy 1.14. They that abuse Gods kindness, shall not gain by it.
the heathen shall perish out his land. Psalm 10.16. The Lord Reigneth, let the People tremble. Psalm 99.1. He is a great King, and his name is dreadful among the Heathen. Malachy 1.14. They that abuse God's kindness, shall not gain by it.
They that scoff at his patience, as 2 Pet. 3.3. &c. or at the meaness of his worshippers, Joh. 7 48 49. and the like, shall find that blue-apron Mechanicks shall be too hard at last for Scarlet-coats,
They that scoff At his patience, as 2 Pet. 3.3. etc. or At the meaness of his worshippers, John 7 48 49. and the like, shall find that blue-apron Mechanics shall be too hard At last for Scarlet-coats,
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WE have finished in this place of meeting (besides divers other things dispatched the last time) the first of those three Particulars noted in the predicate of this parabolical Proposition:
WE have finished in this place of meeting (beside diverse other things dispatched the last time) the First of those three Particulars noted in the predicate of this parabolical Proposition:
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And that is Christ who is to be married; whose Spouse is the Holy Church. In this particular there are divers things of great weight to be taken notice of.
And that is christ who is to be married; whose Spouse is the Holy Church. In this particular there Are diverse things of great weight to be taken notice of.
Secondly, Here is implied the neer union that is betwixt Christ and the Elect. It is agreed, that there shall be a marriage concluded upon (according to God the Fathers everlasting purpose) between them and his son Jesus.
Secondly, Here is implied the near Union that is betwixt christ and the Elect. It is agreed, that there shall be a marriage concluded upon (according to God the Father's everlasting purpose) between them and his son jesus.
The plain Truth is, and the Summary Sense, The preaching of Christ, and the offering of him in the Ministry of the Gosepl is the way the Lord hath ordained, to work faith by, whereby we are united unto Christ, and justified.
The plain Truth is, and the Summary Sense, The preaching of christ, and the offering of him in the Ministry of the Gosepl is the Way the Lord hath ordained, to work faith by, whereby we Are united unto christ, and justified.
It it his pleasure that his Son be Married, and such a Wedding Supper held as may shew forth the riches of his Grace, (according to the capacity of man) somewhat answerable to the bounty of a God.
It it his pleasure that his Son be Married, and such a Wedding Supper held as may show forth the riches of his Grace, (according to the capacity of man) somewhat answerable to the bounty of a God.
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as that learned Dr. of the Church, the Apostle Paul disputes it, and demonstrates it, both in his Epistle to the Romans, and also in his Epistle to the Galatians. And although there are many uses of the Holy Moral Law, (which I purpose not now to meddle with) yet must it stand aside,
as that learned Dr. of the Church, the Apostle Paul disputes it, and demonstrates it, both in his Epistle to the Roman, and also in his Epistle to the Galatians. And although there Are many uses of the Holy Moral Law, (which I purpose not now to meddle with) yet must it stand aside,
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And this I say, (saith Paul) that the Law which was 430. years after, cannot disannull the Covenant that was before of God in respect of Christ that it should make the Promise of none effect. All is of Grace.
And this I say, (Says Paul) that the Law which was 430. Years After, cannot disannul the Covenant that was before of God in respect of christ that it should make the Promise of none Effect. All is of Grace.
Ephes. 1.5, 6. Having predestinated us, &c according to the good pleasure of his will, to the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved.
Ephesians 1.5, 6. Having predestinated us, etc. according to the good pleasure of his will, to the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the Beloved.
And generally the whole Law of the Spirit of life, as it is called Rom. 8.2. is of Gods gracious working, as is testified Ephes. 2.1. And you hath he quickned which were dead in trespasses and sinnes.
And generally the Whole Law of the Spirit of life, as it is called Rom. 8.2. is of God's gracious working, as is testified Ephesians 2.1. And you hath he quickened which were dead in Trespasses and Sins.
one place of Luke will serve for all. Cap. 17.10. So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all that is commanded you, say, We are unprofitable Servants.
one place of Lycia will serve for all. Cap. 17.10. So likewise you, when you shall have done all that is commanded you, say, We Are unprofitable Servants.
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There is neither merit of congruity before justification, nor merit of condignity after. But by Grace are we saved through faith, Dona sua coronat Deus, non meritatua.
There is neither merit of congruity before justification, nor merit of condignity After. But by Grace Are we saved through faith, Dona sua Coronat Deus, non meritatua.
Aug. and that not of our selves, it is the gift of God. Ephes. 2.8. not our Merits, but Gods gifts are with his mercifull and bountiful vouchsafements, crowned here and hereafter.
Aug. and that not of our selves, it is the gift of God. Ephesians 2.8. not our Merits, but God's Gifts Are with his merciful and bountiful vouchsafements, crowned Here and hereafter.
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They that hunger and thirst, &c. are pronounced blessed. Mat. 5.6. What though ye see nothing in your selves but that which loads you? even such are invited to come. Mat. 11.28.
They that hunger and thirst, etc. Are pronounced blessed. Mathew 5.6. What though you see nothing in your selves but that which loads you? even such Are invited to come. Mathew 11.28.
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There is Grace desiring, as well as Grace desired. Secondly, take heed of regarding wickedness in your hearts, Psal. 66.18. or else the Lord will not regard your desire.
There is Grace desiring, as well as Grace desired. Secondly, take heed of regarding wickedness in your hearts, Psalm 66.18. or Else the Lord will not regard your desire.
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Thirdly, Methinks we might say something of the blessed and Gracious opportunities God hath given unto you to move you to ply God day and night, and to cry, Christ Christ;
Thirdly, Methinks we might say something of the blessed and Gracious opportunities God hath given unto you to move you to ply God day and night, and to cry, christ christ;
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how shall we that are dead to sin, live any longer therein? Know ye not that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ, were baptized into his death.
how shall we that Are dead to sin, live any longer therein? Know you not that so many of us as were baptised into jesus christ, were baptised into his death.
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In a word to take pleasure in the lovely wayes of holiness, and to referr our selves to Gods Love, Care, Wisdom, Power, Truth and Faithfulness for outward things.
In a word to take pleasure in the lovely ways of holiness, and to refer our selves to God's Love, Care, Wisdom, Power, Truth and Faithfulness for outward things.
then a most neer Union between Christ and the Elect. For even as a man and a woman by the bond of Marriage become one, Gen. 2.24. Therefore shall a man leave his Father, and his Mother, and shall cleave unto his Wife:
then a most near union between christ and the Elect. For even as a man and a woman by the bound of Marriage become one, Gen. 2.24. Therefore shall a man leave his Father, and his Mother, and shall cleave unto his Wife:
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Ephes. 5. ver. 23. and 31. And therefore it is said in my text, The Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a man that was a King that made a Marriage for his Son. Where first, God is signified with his free Grace (as before.) And secondly, This thing that I have now in hand, viz. That it was his pleasure, that his Son,
Ephesians 5. ver. 23. and 31. And Therefore it is said in my text, The Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a man that was a King that made a Marriage for his Son. Where First, God is signified with his free Grace (as before.) And secondly, This thing that I have now in hand, viz. That it was his pleasure, that his Son,
That there is a Marriage made, and agreed upon, for the Son of God by God the King of Kings with every gracious Soul. Tis ended (as we use to say) between them.
That there is a Marriage made, and agreed upon, for the Son of God by God the King of Kings with every gracious Soul. This ended (as we use to say) between them.
we pray you in Christs steed, that ye be reconciled to God Now when Christ was in the flesh, he went a woing himself in his own person. John 3.19. Light is come into the world;
we pray you in Christ steed, that you be reconciled to God Now when christ was in the Flesh, he went a wooing himself in his own person. John 3.19. Light is come into the world;
He that hath the Bride is the Bridegroom, (as you shall find there:) but the friend of the Bridegroom, which standeth and heareth him, rejoyceth greatly because of the Bridegrooms voice.
He that hath the Bride is the Bridegroom, (as you shall find there:) but the friend of the Bridegroom, which Stands and hears him, Rejoiceth greatly Because of the Bridegrooms voice.
He was afterward crucified, dead, and buried, and rose again the third day, this is the Husband of the Church, this is the yong man that is to be married (as we use to say.) Cursed be they that destroy the History, under a pretence of embracing the Mystery, (as some absurd men have in my hearing, whom I therefore questioned,
He was afterwards Crucified, dead, and buried, and rose again the third day, this is the Husband of the Church, this is the young man that is to be married (as we use to say.) Cursed be they that destroy the History, under a pretence of embracing the Mystery, (as Some absurd men have in my hearing, whom I Therefore questioned,
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My beloved is mine, and I am his, saith the Spouse. Canticles 2.16. Thirdly, There is an enjoying each other in the Married condition. Can. 1. ver. 2.3.4. Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth:
My Beloved is mine, and I am his, Says the Spouse. Canticles 2.16. Thirdly, There is an enjoying each other in the Married condition. Can. 1. ver. 2.3.4. Let him kiss me with the Kisses of his Mouth:
O, who can imagine what this secret enjoying of Christ is, that hath not felt it? There is a kind of spiritual copulation, between Christ and every true believer;
Oh, who can imagine what this secret enjoying of christ is, that hath not felt it? There is a kind of spiritual copulation, between christ and every true believer;
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Wives blessed of God, are like fruitfull Vines upon the Walls of the house, whose children stand like Olive plants round about the Table. Psal. 128.3. Such as are married in the fear of God, have a promise of this blessing. This is made good;
Wives blessed of God, Are like fruitful Vines upon the Walls of the house, whose children stand like Olive plants round about the Table. Psalm 128.3. Such as Are married in the Fear of God, have a promise of this blessing. This is made good;
as a Bridegroom decketh himself with Ornaments, and as a Bride adorneth herself with Jewels. The Saints are led forward towards perfection Heb 6.1. O many a sweet Babe doth a gracious Soul bear and Nurse to the Glory of God.
as a Bridegroom decketh himself with Ornament, and as a Bride adorneth herself with Jewels. The Saints Are led forward towards perfection Hebrew 6.1. O many a sweet Babe does a gracious Soul bear and Nurse to the Glory of God.
Sixthly, There is a Sympathising between Christ and his Church. Acts 9.4. Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? So Christ calls out of Heaven. And again Mat. 25.40. In as much as ye did it to the least of these my brethren, ye did it unto me.
Sixthly, There is a Sympathising between christ and his Church. Acts 9.4. Saul, Saul, why Persecutest thou me? So christ calls out of Heaven. And again Mathew 25.40. In as much as you did it to the least of these my brothers, you did it unto me.
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great joy in the presence one of another; grief in the absence one from another: even so, if God do hide his face from David, he is troubled, Psal. 30.7.
great joy in the presence one of Another; grief in the absence one from Another: even so, if God do hide his face from David, he is troubled, Psalm 30.7.
even life for evermore, Psal. 133.3. and again. By night on my bed I sought him whom my Soul loveth. Cant. 3.1. That is in the Communion of Saints and enjoyment of Ordinances.
even life for evermore, Psalm 133.3. and again. By night on my Bed I sought him whom my Soul loves. Cant 3.1. That is in the Communion of Saints and enjoyment of Ordinances.
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But God would not let his people sin if it were not for their good; For all things must work together for their good Rom. 8.28. This is a mighty priviledge the Saints have.
But God would not let his people since if it were not for their good; For all things must work together for their good Rom. 8.28. This is a mighty privilege the Saints have.
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and all his Factors, and therefore must needs be better able to do his will. You shall find Psal. 25.12. What man is he that feareth the Lord? Him will he teach the way that he shall choose.
and all his Factors, and Therefore must needs be better able to do his will. You shall find Psalm 25.12. What man is he that fears the Lord? Him will he teach the Way that he shall choose.
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The greatest hindrance of Gods service, and of doing his will, is fear. Now God being Lord of the affections, can quickly take away fear or give trembling;
The greatest hindrance of God's service, and of doing his will, is Fear. Now God being Lord of the affections, can quickly take away Fear or give trembling;
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as he saith Hosea. 2 19. And I will betroth thee unto me for ever, &c. Therefore come away, marry this Kings son, forsake not your mercy, do not overstand your Market:
as he Says Hosea. 2 19. And I will betrothed thee unto me for ever, etc. Therefore come away, marry this Kings son, forsake not your mercy, do not overstand your Market:
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Gospel preaching is Ordained and appointed of the Lord to that end, that men may hear of Christ, believe in Christ, be saved by Christ, and be glorified with Christ.
Gospel preaching is Ordained and appointed of the Lord to that end, that men may hear of christ, believe in christ, be saved by christ, and be glorified with christ.
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And the Reason is, because it is that very instant of Grace, which God, who hath appointed a time for every action, hath appointed for his Elect to come and joyn hands with Christ in the Act of believing.
And the Reason is, Because it is that very instant of Grace, which God, who hath appointed a time for every actium, hath appointed for his Elect to come and join hands with christ in the Act of believing.
O Therefore, what a happiness do those people enjoy, if they had eyes to see it, that have the Gospel faithfully preached unto them, to prepare them for a Marriage with Christ.
Oh Therefore, what a happiness do those people enjoy, if they had eyes to see it, that have the Gospel faithfully preached unto them, to prepare them for a Marriage with christ.
a double curse is pronounced against them that love not the Lord Jesus, 1 Cor. 16.22. that is against those that neglect Gospel offers, and Ordinances, in which Christ goeth 〈 ◊ 〉 wooing to the children of men.
a double curse is pronounced against them that love not the Lord jesus, 1 Cor. 16.22. that is against those that neglect Gospel offers, and Ordinances, in which christ Goes 〈 ◊ 〉 wooing to the children of men.
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let him look upon himself as on an execrable thing which God hates, and let him see God even stretching out his power to confound him, and the Gospel cursing him.
let him look upon himself as on an execrable thing which God hates, and let him see God even stretching out his power to confound him, and the Gospel cursing him.
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I answer, by Preaching Christ unto the People, Plainly, Powerfully, in the evidence of Gods spirit, not in the enticing words of mans wisdom, 1 Cor. chap. 2. ver. 1. &c. But if a man do not Preach eloquently, he shall lose his repute and the Grace of his pains. I answer. No;
I answer, by Preaching christ unto the People, Plainly, Powerfully, in the evidence of God's Spirit, not in the enticing words of men Wisdom, 1 Cor. chap. 2. ver. 1. etc. But if a man do not Preach eloquently, he shall loose his repute and the Grace of his pains. I answer. No;
so as men may believe, are special Phrases in those verses. A man that speaks pithily to the conscience, will shew himself a scholler (besides his purpose) to all judicious hearers.
so as men may believe, Are special Phrases in those Verses. A man that speaks pithily to the conscience, will show himself a scholar (beside his purpose) to all judicious hearers.
We should have such a spirit as Paul, who out of the abundance of his Zeal was stirred in spirit. Acts 17.16. And so Philip. 3.18. He told them WEEPING of their faults, that were Enemies to the Cross of Christ.
We should have such a Spirit as Paul, who out of the abundance of his Zeal was stirred in Spirit. Acts 17.16. And so Philip. 3.18. He told them WEEPING of their Faults, that were Enemies to the Cross of christ.
And this was a sign of Lots sincerity, that his righteous soul was grieved and vexed, &c. 2 Pet. 2.7. And to hate the work of the Nicolaitans which God hateth, is very commendable. Rev. 2.15. To hate them that hate God. Psal. 139.21. and to be grieved with those that rise up against him. Now for Hearers.
And this was a Signen of Lots sincerity, that his righteous soul was grieved and vexed, etc. 2 Pet. 2.7. And to hate the work of the Nicolaitans which God hates, is very commendable. Rev. 2.15. To hate them that hate God. Psalm 139.21. and to be grieved with those that rise up against him. Now for Hearers.
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and labour to be clothed with clothing of wrought Gold. Psal. 45. ver. 10.13. Labour to get Oyle in your Vessels, as well as in your Lamps. Mat. 25.4. That ye may enter in with him to the Marriage, when the door shall be shut against such as have neglected these opportunities.
and labour to be clothed with clothing of wrought Gold. Psalm 45. ver. 10.13. Labour to get Oil in your Vessels, as well as in your Lamps. Mathew 25.4. That you may enter in with him to the Marriage, when the door shall be shut against such as have neglected these opportunities.
ver. 10. You must labour to make your selves ready for the Marriage of the Lamb, to put on Christ, who is the clean and white and fine Linnen of the Saints. Rev. 19.7.8. O that you would know now, even now, in this your day, the things that do belong to your peace.
ver. 10. You must labour to make your selves ready for the Marriage of the Lamb, to put on christ, who is the clean and white and fine Linen of the Saints. Rev. 19.7.8. Oh that you would know now, even now, in this your day, the things that do belong to your peace.
Out of which I have spoken of the Subject matter of this Parable, the Kingdom of Heaven, and of two Branches of the praedicate, viz. the Marriagemaker, and the Bridegroom;
Out of which I have spoken of the Subject matter of this Parable, the Kingdom of Heaven, and of two Branches of the predicate, viz. the Marriage-maker, and the Bridegroom;
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First Gods favour in giving them the first offer of this Grace, in these words. And sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the Wedding.
First God's favour in giving them the First offer of this Grace, in these words. And sent forth his Servants to call them that were bidden to the Wedding.
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Secondly, The instruments of their present invitation are said to be his Servants, Gods Servants: Thirdly, The ground of these Servants proceeding in the work;
Secondly, The Instruments of their present invitation Are said to be his Servants, God's Servants: Thirdly, The ground of these Servants proceeding in the work;
Here they were the Jews, Gods selected People, Gods peculiar People, and treasure above all People. Exod. 19.5. And so, Deut. 7.6. The Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a speciall People unto himself, above all People that are upon the face of the earth.
Here they were the jews, God's selected People, God's peculiar People, and treasure above all People. Exod 19.5. And so, Deuteronomy 7.6. The Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special People unto himself, above all People that Are upon the face of the earth.
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And I (saith God) will establish my Covenant between me and thee, and thy seed after thee in their Generations for an everlasting Covenant, to be a God unto thee,
And I (Says God) will establish my Covenant between me and thee, and thy seed After thee in their Generations for an everlasting Covenant, to be a God unto thee,
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It is an allusion (saith Mr. Calvin ) to such men as write a Catalogue of their chief friends, whom they intend to make their Guests, when they make a Feast.
It is an allusion (Says Mr. calvin) to such men as write a Catalogue of their chief Friends, whom they intend to make their Guests, when they make a Feast.
The Lord being about to reform his Church in all places of the word (for the time is at hand of glorious things to be done for and in Christs Church) looks upon England his old acquaintance,
The Lord being about to reform his Church in all places of the word (for the time is At hand of glorious things to be done for and in Christ Church) looks upon England his old acquaintance,
I delivered thee in 88 from the Spanish Invasion; I discovered the hellish Gun-powder-Plot; I have for thy sake poured contempt upon Princes, and shattered Nobles:
I Delivered thee in 88 from the Spanish Invasion; I discovered the hellish Gunpowder-plot; I have for thy sake poured contempt upon Princes, and shattered Nobles:
Hath not the Lord striven with you in former times, in regard of that powerfull Ministry you enjoyed? And hath he not (as it were) made you the first in Church-resurrection in these parts? Doth not the Lord even beg you to accept of him? Doth he not suffer many abuses in his Servants among you? well, what shall I say? You are fairly offered, you are first offered, you have the Refuse (as we use to say.) So much for the Explanation.
Hath not the Lord striven with you in former times, in regard of that powerful Ministry you enjoyed? And hath he not (as it were) made you the First in Church-resurrection in these parts? Does not the Lord even beg you to accept of him? Does he not suffer many Abuses in his Servants among you? well, what shall I say? You Are fairly offered, you Are First offered, you have the Refuse (as we use to say.) So much for the Explanation.
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The first use shall be for information, to store you with this one truth among others, That it is a priviledge for a people to live in the visible Church,
The First use shall be for information, to store you with this one truth among Others, That it is a privilege for a people to live in the visible Church,
Gal. 3. then much more to have an invitation, an offer of Christ, and not to regard it (of which more shall be said in due place.) It is an unworthy part to see Christ scorned and rejected,
Gal. 3. then much more to have an invitation, an offer of christ, and not to regard it (of which more shall be said in due place.) It is an unworthy part to see christ scorned and rejected,
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and his word slighted, and his blood trampled on, and not to be moved with it, not to weep (with Paul Philip. 3 18.) that the cross of Christ hath Enemies:
and his word slighted, and his blood trampled on, and not to be moved with it, not to weep (with Paul Philip. 3 18.) that the cross of christ hath Enemies:
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So much of the first, the parties invited, NONLATINALPHABET, call the called ones. The parties imployed in the work, are next to be taken notice of. And sent forth his servants:
So much of the First, the parties invited,, call the called ones. The parties employed in the work, Are next to be taken notice of. And sent forth his Servants:
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And the servant of the Lord must not strive, &c. And that it is to be understood of teachers, is evident out of the following vers. 25. vers. In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves, &c.
And the servant of the Lord must not strive, etc. And that it is to be understood of Teachers, is evident out of the following vers. 25. vers. In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves, etc.
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Well then, the Lesson hence to be learned, is, That Gods speciall servants, Prophets, Apostles, Ministers, are his ordinary Instruments to call men to the Weddding supper;
Well then, the lesson hence to be learned, is, That God's special Servants, prophets, Apostles, Ministers, Are his ordinary Instruments to call men to the Weddding supper;
That is, in plain English, to preach and teach. Luke the other Evangelist that records this Parable, sets this punctually down. cap. 14.17. and in many other verses besides in the Parable.
That is, in plain English, to preach and teach. Lycia the other Evangelist that records this Parable, sets this punctually down. cap. 14.17. and in many other Verses beside in the Parable.
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A man may be sanctified to his calling, that is not sanctified savingly in his person. But this is absolutely necessary, that these Servants be fitted for their work, that is, that Teachers of others be first taught themselves.
A man may be sanctified to his calling, that is not sanctified savingly in his person. But this is absolutely necessary, that these Servants be fitted for their work, that is, that Teachers of Others be First taught themselves.
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Now these teachings of God are of two sorts; the one extraordinary and immediate; So Amos 7.14.15. I was neither Prophet, nor son of a Prophet, &c. And the Lord said unto me go Prophesie unto my People Israel.
Now these teachings of God Are of two sorts; the one extraordinary and immediate; So Amos 7.14.15. I was neither Prophet, nor son of a Prophet, etc. And the Lord said unto me go Prophesy unto my People Israel.
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And yet many there are that take upon them to teach and interpret Scripture, that are poorly fitted, that cannot be said to abide in the things that they have learned. 2 Tim. 3.14.
And yet many there Are that take upon them to teach and interpret Scripture, that Are poorly fitted, that cannot be said to abide in the things that they have learned. 2 Tim. 3.14.
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First therefore you must know that every one that taketh upon him to be a servant of the Lord in this work of preaching, must be taught one way or another. And therefore they are to be blamed that take upon them to be teachers of the Gospel,
First Therefore you must know that every one that Takes upon him to be a servant of the Lord in this work of preaching, must be taught one Way or Another. And Therefore they Are to be blamed that take upon them to be Teachers of the Gospel,
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Secondly, They must teach what they have learned; they therefore are to be blamed, that deliver opinions which they never learned from the Scriptures or any Ministry.
Secondly, They must teach what they have learned; they Therefore Are to be blamed, that deliver opinions which they never learned from the Scriptures or any Ministry.
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and neglecting of ordaining Godly as well as learned men, there sometimes men Godly, competently learned, by an instinct as it were for a time may teach and preach,
and neglecting of ordaining Godly as well as learned men, there sometime men Godly, competently learned, by an instinct as it were for a time may teach and preach,
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But I return whence I digressed, to shew you, that not all but Some special servants of the Lord, are made use of for this work of winning People to Christ, in the way of publike teaching.
But I return whence I digressed, to show you, that not all but some special Servants of the Lord, Are made use of for this work of winning People to christ, in the Way of public teaching.
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and that such are not like to be Christs Guests, that want them. Miserable are those towns and villages, that are without faithfully-Preaching-Ministers;
and that such Are not like to be Christ Guests, that want them. Miserable Are those Towns and villages, that Are without faithfully-Preaching-Ministers;
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Gods immediate voice no man is able to hear. Exod. 20.19. And they said unto Moses, speak thou with us and we will hear, but let not God speak with us lest we die. So Deut. 5.25. the presence of God is terrible, who may abide it? Therefore God hath appointed our brethren to teach us familiarly, and to be in his stead among us;
God's immediate voice no man is able to hear. Exod 20.19. And they said unto Moses, speak thou with us and we will hear, but let not God speak with us lest we die. So Deuteronomy 5.25. the presence of God is terrible, who may abide it? Therefore God hath appointed our brothers to teach us familiarly, and to be in his stead among us;
Yea by yong men whose fathers he would have disdained to have set with the dogs of his flock. cap. 30.1. All the silly (yet proud) fools, and all the knaves in the country, think that Gospel-Preachers are fit to be made a Parable of reproach and object of despight.
Yea by young men whose Father's he would have disdained to have Set with the Dogs of his flock. cap. 30.1. All the silly (yet proud) Fools, and all the knaves in the country, think that Gospel preachers Are fit to be made a Parable of reproach and Object of despite.
And Thirdly, It will be for your own benefit. Both these are to be proved, Heb. 13.17. Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit your selves:
And Thirdly, It will be for your own benefit. Both these Are to be proved, Hebrew 13.17. Obey them that have the Rule over you, and submit your selves:
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And indeed experience teacheth, that when the persons of Ministers are out of esteem, their Doctrine lies the more open to prejudice and misconstruction. Question.
And indeed experience Teaches, that when the Persons of Ministers Are out of esteem, their Doctrine lies the more open to prejudice and misconstruction. Question.
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and have the spirit of God. 1 Cor. 14.37. If any man think himself to be a Prophet, or spiritual, let him acknowledge, that the things that I write unto you, are the commandments of the Lord.
and have the Spirit of God. 1 Cor. 14.37. If any man think himself to be a Prophet, or spiritual, let him acknowledge, that the things that I write unto you, Are the Commandments of the Lord.
if they be of the right stamp. I will give them Pastors after mine own heart. Jerem. 3.15. Such as run before they be sent, have success accordingly;
if they be of the right stamp. I will give them Pastors After mine own heart. Jeremiah 3.15. Such as run before they be sent, have success accordingly;
And Secondly, To extend his gifts to the utmost advantage of the giver, and benefit of those that a man is sent unto. 1 Pet. 4. ver. 10. As every one hath received the gift,
And Secondly, To extend his Gifts to the utmost advantage of the giver, and benefit of those that a man is sent unto. 1 Pet. 4. ver. 10. As every one hath received the gift,
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Alas neighbours, are we not men as well as you? Why then should we not enjoy our common priviledges as well as you? are we unworthy to be heard because we are Ministers? how low would ye bring us? But I desire not to provoke,
Alas neighbours, Are we not men as well as you? Why then should we not enjoy our Common privileges as well as you? Are we unworthy to be herd Because we Are Ministers? how low would you bring us? But I desire not to provoke,
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Beloved, it is a very sad story, That God should have a peculiar people, whom he calls his own; John 1.11. He came unto his own, and his own received him not;
beloved, it is a very sad story, That God should have a peculiar people, whom he calls his own; John 1.11. He Come unto his own, and his own received him not;
But that there should be such a general defection and blindness on the whole Nation, (aver few only excepted not worth the speaking of) is a sad aggravation of the condition of the Jews,
But that there should be such a general defection and blindness on the Whole nation, (aver few only excepted not worth the speaking of) is a sad aggravation of the condition of the jews,
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so pitifull in bondage to Wicked Will. And is it so in Israel? And shall we wonder if it be so among us? But I will keep to my method which I have accustomed you unto. This shall be the Doctrine,
so pitiful in bondage to Wicked Will. And is it so in Israel? And shall we wonder if it be so among us? But I will keep to my method which I have accustomed you unto. This shall be the Doctrine,
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Question. But you will say (perhaps) Why do you put into the Doctrine this word (neglected) seeing you have so urged the emphaticalness of the words before?
Question. But you will say (perhaps) Why do you put into the Doctrine this word (neglected) seeing you have so urged the emphaticalness of the words before?
Therefore no wrong is done to the Text. And I would lay the Doctrine as large as might be, that it might be extended in the Application to the greater advantage of all the hearers.
Therefore no wrong is done to the Text. And I would lay the Doctrine as large as might be, that it might be extended in the Application to the greater advantage of all the hearers.
And so of Judah we read 2 Chro. 24.19. Yet he sent Prophets to them to bring them again to the Lord their God, and they testified against them: but they would not hear.
And so of Judah we read 2 Chro 24.19. Yet he sent prophets to them to bring them again to the Lord their God, and they testified against them: but they would not hear.
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The Lord there complains of his spreading out his hands all the day unto a rebellious People, which walked in away that was not good, after their own thoughts.
The Lord there complains of his spreading out his hands all the day unto a rebellious People, which walked in away that was not good, After their own thoughts.
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and people will not receive; As it is recorded of the Jews, John 1.11. That when Christ came urto them, they would not receive him, and therefore had not the power or priviledge of being the Sons of God. Their case is the worse, not the better, that Christ is among them.
and people will not receive; As it is recorded of the jews, John 1.11. That when christ Come urto them, they would not receive him, and Therefore had not the power or privilege of being the Sons of God. Their case is the Worse, not the better, that christ is among them.
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Herein people do even despite the spirit of Grace, Heb. 10.29. They tread under foot the son of God, and count the blood of the covenant an unholy thing.
Herein people do even despite the Spirit of Grace, Hebrew 10.29. They tread under foot the son of God, and count the blood of the Covenant an unholy thing.
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and sent his messengers to call them thereunto, if they should peremptority reject his kindness and good will? Now here the danger must be very great, this contempt being offered to the King of Heaven and Earth;
and sent his messengers to call them thereunto, if they should peremptority reject his kindness and good will? Now Here the danger must be very great, this contempt being offered to the King of Heaven and Earth;
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Surely they shall smart for it. We read 2 Chron. 24.19. of this sin, to wit, that when the Prophets (sent to the people, to bring them back to the Lord,) had testified against them, they would not hear. Therefore it is denounced against them, vers. 20. by Zachariah the son of Jehojadah the Preist, that they should not prosper, and that the Lord had forsaken them.
Surely they shall smart for it. We read 2 Chronicles 24.19. of this since, to wit, that when the prophets (sent to the people, to bring them back to the Lord,) had testified against them, they would not hear. Therefore it is denounced against them, vers. 20. by Zachariah the son of Jehoiada the Priest, that they should not prosper, and that the Lord had forsaken them.
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You may see more to this purpose Jer. 18. ver. 12. to the 18. their sin is, they departed from the ancient path, to walk in a way not cast up. They made their will their Law;
You may see more to this purpose Jer. 18. ver. 12. to the 18. their sin is, they departed from the ancient path, to walk in a Way not cast up. They made their will their Law;
And (oh sad business, tremble if there be any life in thee) I will (saith the Lord in the 17. ver. of that chap. ) shew them the back, and not the face in the day of their Cal•mity. Mat. 23.37.38. ye may read there what the punishment of this sin is.
And (o sad business, tremble if there be any life in thee) I will (Says the Lord in the 17. ver. of that chap.) show them the back, and not the face in the day of their Cal•mity. Mathew 23.37.38. you may read there what the punishment of this since is.
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The sin is (and ye would not) the punishment (your house is left unto you desolate.) Luk. 14.24 For I say unto you, that none of those men that were bidden shall taste of my Supper.
The since is (and you would not) the punishment (your house is left unto you desolate.) Luk. 14.24 For I say unto you, that none of those men that were bidden shall taste of my Supper.
So again had I time, I might read unto you Luk. 19.42.43.44. A sad Prophesie of the destruction of Jerusalem, which afterwards came to pass. Heb. 10.28.29. He that despised Moses Law.
So again had I time, I might read unto you Luk. 19.42.43.44. A sad Prophesy of the destruction of Jerusalem, which afterwards Come to pass. Hebrew 10.28.29. He that despised Moses Law.
Of how much sorer punishment (suppose ye) shall he be thought worthy, who hath troden under foot the Son of God? &c. This great sin is in England, yea in this very place.
Of how much Sorer punishment (suppose you) shall he be Thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God? etc. This great since is in England, yea in this very place.
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Lastly, Let me perswade some of you (sith there is little hope that I shall all or the most) heed ye be not of the number of those that say they will not come.
Lastly, Let me persuade Some of you (sith there is little hope that I shall all or the most) heed you be not of the number of those that say they will not come.
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or the manner of their entertainment that were sent, ver. 5, 6. And Lastly, we shall come unto the behaviour of the King, upon the course and unworthy entertainment of his gracious Message and of his Messengers, which is set down in the seventh verse.
or the manner of their entertainment that were sent, ver. 5, 6. And Lastly, we shall come unto the behaviour of the King, upon the course and unworthy entertainment of his gracious Message and of his Messengers, which is Set down in the seventh verse.
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when the Servants were sent, in the word (again.) 2. By the Instruments made use of for that purpose (other Servants.) 3. By the manner of the Message, which these other servants were to deliver;
when the Servants were sent, in the word (again.) 2. By the Instruments made use of for that purpose (other Servants.) 3. By the manner of the Message, which these other Servants were to deliver;
and because he doth most distinctly see them all, and doth most sharply resent them, and hath in readiness wayes to take vengeance, and yet he withholds.
and Because he does most distinctly see them all, and does most sharply resent them, and hath in readiness ways to take vengeance, and yet he withholds.
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which did the most patient man in the world see but one hour, he would certainly burn the world the next (saith a late VVriter.) And although God be not capable of grief and sorrow,
which did the most patient man in the world see but one hour, he would Certainly burn the world the next (Says a late VVriter.) And although God be not capable of grief and sorrow,
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and that his own Majesty, & his unspeakable goodness shewed to the creature is vilepended. He is armed with thousands of Plagues, and yet forbears: yea, continues his former benefits;
and that his own Majesty, & his unspeakable Goodness showed to the creature is vilepended. He is armed with thousands of Plagues, and yet forbears: yea, continues his former benefits;
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expecting, and stirring up to Repentance, and to come to his sons Marriage. Admirable patience! So with the old World did God deal Gen. 6.3. 1 Pet. 3.20. with others Gen. 18.24. Jerem. 31. cap 5. ver. 1. Luke 13.34.
expecting, and stirring up to Repentance, and to come to his Sons Marriage. Admirable patience! So with the old World did God deal Gen. 6.3. 1 Pet. 3.20. with Others Gen. 18.24. Jeremiah 31. cap 5. ver. 1. Lycia 13.34.
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Because he is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to Repentance. Ezek. 18.32. For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord God;
Because he is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to Repentance. Ezekiel 18.32. For I have no pleasure in the death of him that Dieth, Says the Lord God;
wherefore turn your selves and live ye; and so cap. 33.11. Hos. 6.4. O Ephraim, what shall I do unto thee? O Judah, what shall I do unto thee? &c. and cap. 11.8. How should I give thee up Ephraim? How shall I deliver thee Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? How shall I set thee as Zeboim? Mine heart is turned, within me, my repentings are kindled together.
Wherefore turn your selves and live you; and so cap. 33.11. Hos. 6.4. Oh Ephraim, what shall I do unto thee? O Judah, what shall I do unto thee? etc. and cap. 11.8. How should I give thee up Ephraim? How shall I deliver thee Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? How shall I Set thee as Zeboim? Mine heart is turned, within me, my repentings Are kindled together.
So then this shall be the Doctrine, That God in the offer of grace, (notwithstanding shamefull repulses) is wonderfull patient. He sends again, and again.
So then this shall be the Doctrine, That God in the offer of grace, (notwithstanding shameful repulses) is wonderful patient. He sends again, and again.
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Though, they be like smoaking flax, Matth. 12.20. A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoaking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgement into victory.
Though, they be like smoking flax, Matthew 12.20. A Bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgement into victory.
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I might give you instances and examples, of the Old World, of the Sodomites, of the Jews. But I had rather shew you how you might improve Gods patience, and not abuse it.
I might give you instances and Examples, of the Old World, of the Sodomites, of the jews. But I had rather show you how you might improve God's patience, and not abuse it.
Joel 2.12, 13, 14. Isaiah 55.6, 7. Friends, there is no sin so great, no sins so many, no abuse of Gods grace so grievous, but repentance will help all.
Joel 2.12, 13, 14. Isaiah 55.6, 7. Friends, there is no since so great, no Sins so many, no abuse of God's grace so grievous, but Repentance will help all.
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and they followed vanity, and became vain, and went after the heathen that were round about them, concerning whom the Lord had charged them that they should not do like them. So Jer. 18.11. The Lord is to his work, exhorting, menacing, using means, to make them there spoken of to return from their evil way.
and they followed vanity, and became vain, and went After the heathen that were round about them, Concerning whom the Lord had charged them that they should not do like them. So Jer. 18.11. The Lord is to his work, exhorting, menacing, using means, to make them there spoken of to return from their evil Way.
and the untoward spirit and behaviour of the people, though to their own hurt (as it is there written.) But I will enlarge no more upon this Use. I come to a second.
and the untoward Spirit and behaviour of the people, though to their own hurt (as it is there written.) But I will enlarge no more upon this Use. I come to a second.
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Here in this Doctrine of the diligence of God, in providing means and instruments, to draw People to Christ, we have a ground of comfort unto such as truly desire Grace and Mercy at the hands of God.
Here in this Doctrine of the diligence of God, in providing means and Instruments, to draw People to christ, we have a ground of Comfort unto such as truly desire Grace and Mercy At the hands of God.
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the contrary will be to his great dishonour. Secondly, the benefit will be our own; for it is the only way to get grace. Ask, and ye shall have; seek and ye shall finde;
the contrary will be to his great dishonour. Secondly, the benefit will be our own; for it is the only Way to get grace. Ask, and you shall have; seek and you shall find;
This shall be the Doctrine or observation, That the opportunity of the season for the gaining of grace, ought to be a special Argument to perswade people to come, &c. It is an Argument that is wont to be of special force with men concerning their worldly affairs.
This shall be the Doctrine or observation, That the opportunity of the season for the gaining of grace, ought to be a special Argument to persuade people to come, etc. It is an Argument that is wont to be of special force with men Concerning their worldly affairs.
so are the sons of men snared in an evil time, when it falleth suddenly upon them, Eccles. 9.12. Great use is made by the Spirit of God, of this Argument in many places of Scripture.
so Are the Sons of men snared in an evil time, when it falls suddenly upon them, Eccles. 9.12. Great use is made by the Spirit of God, of this Argument in many places of Scripture.
I will quote and read some, Prov. 9.1, 2, 3. Wisdom hath builded her house, she hath hewen out her seven pillars, she hath killed her beasts, she hath mingled her wine:
I will quote and read Some, Curae 9.1, 2, 3. Wisdom hath built her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars, she hath killed her beasts, she hath mingled her wine:
call ye upon him while he is near; Let the wicked forsake his way, &c. Matth. 3.2. Repent ye, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. 2 Cor. 6.2. For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured thee:
call you upon him while he is near; Let the wicked forsake his Way, etc. Matthew 3.2. repent you, for the Kingdom of heaven is At hand. 2 Cor. 6.2. For he Says, I have herd thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succored thee:
behold, now is the accepted time, now is the day of salvation. Heb. 3.13. But exhort one another daily, while it is called to day, lest any of you be hardned through the deceitfulness of sin;
behold, now is the accepted time, now is the day of salvation. Hebrew 3.13. But exhort one Another daily, while it is called to day, lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of since;
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And first, it lays great blame on them that neglect the pretious opportunities that are put into their hand, that do not make hay while the Sun shines, that do not repent while it is called to day. Remember the foolish Virgines.
And First, it lays great blame on them that neglect the precious opportunities that Are put into their hand, that do not make hay while the Sun shines, that do not Repent while it is called to day. remember the foolish Virgins.
And next, here is comfort for wise Virgines, such as take Gods Grace when it is offered, such as take oyle in their Vessels with their Lamps, Mat. 25.4. Such as are faithfull ver. 21. They shall enter in with the Bridegroom into the Marriage, ver. 10. They shall enter into the joy of their Lord, ver. 21. aforenamed.
And next, Here is Comfort for wise Virgins, such as take God's Grace when it is offered, such as take oil in their Vessels with their Lamps, Mathew 25.4. Such as Are faithful ver. 21. They shall enter in with the Bridegroom into the Marriage, ver. 10. They shall enter into the joy of their Lord, ver. 21. aforenamed.
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What fair promises were made, if the Lord would but let you see the face of a Minister of your own again? How did the Lord seem to hide his face from you for a great while?
What fair promises were made, if the Lord would but let you see the face of a Minister of your own again? How did the Lord seem to hide his face from you for a great while?
Consider more particularly, Its Grace and mercy, not desert, that you are once more invited. We are not worthy to be bidden Guests, not the best of us all; yet we are.
Consider more particularly, Its Grace and mercy, not desert, that you Are once more invited. We Are not worthy to be bidden Guests, not the best of us all; yet we Are.
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the base carriage of the great Ones among you (the like whereof I have hardly met with wherever I have lived) and of the most besides, threatens a removal of the means of Grace from you.
the base carriage of the great Ones among you (the like whereof I have hardly met with wherever I have lived) and of the most beside, threatens a removal of the means of Grace from you.
Thirdly, If you will consent to accept of Christ now while he is going, and take him to be your Priest, Prophet and King, you will do your selves the greatest pleasure that possibly can be imagined.
Thirdly, If you will consent to accept of christ now while he is going, and take him to be your Priest, Prophet and King, you will do your selves the greatest pleasure that possibly can be imagined.
to wit, their overprizing of their worldly profits and Commodities, their Farms and Commodities of Merchandizing, their shops, and their livings. For the first;
to wit, their overprizing of their worldly profits and Commodities, their Farms and Commodities of Merchandising, their shops, and their livings. For the First;
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but they had no great minde to it. So their Ancestors long before, 2 Kings 17.13.14. So God complains Psalm 81.11. But my People would not harken to my voice:
but they had no great mind to it. So their Ancestors long before, 2 Kings 17.13.14. So God complains Psalm 81.11. But my People would not harken to my voice:
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and Israel would none of me. So Isai. 65.2. Till Christ come with the power of his spirit into worldly mens hearts, there is nothing but raking and scraping together the dung of the World. You may peruse Luk. 19.41.42.43. and 44. ver. The sin is, they knew not their visitation, they considered it not;
and Israel would none of me. So Isaiah 65.2. Till christ come with the power of his Spirit into worldly men's hearts, there is nothing but raking and scraping together the dung of the World. You may peruse Luk. 19.41.42.43. and 44. ver. The since is, they knew not their Visitation, they considered it not;
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So Ahab accounted Eliah, 1 Kings 18.17. Art thou he that troubleth Israel? and his Enemy, cap. 21.20. Hast thou found me O mine Enemy? But they are their best friends if they could see it, that tell them Gods truth.
So Ahab accounted Elijah, 1 Kings 18.17. Art thou he that Troubles Israel? and his Enemy, cap. 21.20. Hast thou found me Oh mine Enemy? But they Are their best Friends if they could see it, that tell them God's truth.
they think themselves none of the worst, and yet upon the matter they are grievous murderers (as will be shewed hereafter (God willing) when we come to the 7. vers. ) Pharaoh said, who is the Lord, &c. These say in effect, who is Christ? what is Salvation ye talk so much of? They are murderers of Christ upon the matter, that do not receive him:
they think themselves none of the worst, and yet upon the matter they Are grievous murderers (as will be showed hereafter (God willing) when we come to the 7. vers.) Pharaoh said, who is the Lord, etc. These say in Effect, who is christ? what is Salvation you talk so much of? They Are murderers of christ upon the matter, that do not receive him:
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I shall referr you to some places. Heb. 10.28.29. There the greatness of the sin is argued by a comparison between despising of Moses his Law and neglecting Christ. And great language is used to set out the greatness of the latter sin.
I shall refer you to Some places. Hebrew 10.28.29. There the greatness of the since is argued by a comparison between despising of Moses his Law and neglecting christ. And great language is used to Set out the greatness of the latter since.
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would he not be angry, and be ready to vow that they shall never come within his door more? and bid his Servants go out and fetch in the beggars to eat up that meat so prepared? This doth a little set forth the greatness of their sin, that do refuse to come to Christ, to partake of Gospel-Ordinances, to believe in the Lord Jesus;
would he not be angry, and be ready to Voelli that they shall never come within his door more? and bid his Servants go out and fetch in the beggars to eat up that meat so prepared? This does a little Set forth the greatness of their since, that do refuse to come to christ, to partake of Gospel ordinances, to believe in the Lord jesus;
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I will also laugh at your calamity, I will mock when your fear commeth, &c. O what a wosull condition will that man be in, to whom God will be as a hard-hearted man to his Enemy, whose utter ruine he takes pleasure to hear of, whose dolorous groanes he laughs to hear without the lest pitty in the World!
I will also laugh At your calamity, I will mock when your Fear comes, etc. O what a woeful condition will that man be in, to whom God will be as a hardhearted man to his Enemy, whose utter ruin he Takes pleasure to hear of, whose dolorous groans he laughs to hear without the lest pity in the World!
And let me say this word by the way, of the Torments of Hell, that in comparison of them, the cruellest Torments that ever were invented, are but as flea bitings.
And let me say this word by the Way, of the Torments of Hell, that in comparison of them, the Cruellest Torments that ever were invented, Are but as flay bitings.
If God will then act as God in execution of justice upon ungodly men, judge what they shall undergo, on whom the full vialls of his wrath shall be poured out.
If God will then act as God in execution of Justice upon ungodly men, judge what they shall undergo, on whom the full vials of his wrath shall be poured out.
The drowning of the old world, the burning of Sodom and Gomorra, the swallowing up of Korah and his company, the Soul-melting miseries of Jerusalem at its last destruction:
The drowning of the old world, the burning of Sodom and Gomorra, the swallowing up of Korah and his company, the soul-melting misery's of Jerusalem At its last destruction:
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tremble ye souls, and shake even into shivers, at the thoughts thereof, what Torments even as long as God shall be, shall be endured. Walk not therefore with Gospel-despisers.
tremble you Souls, and shake even into shivers, At the thoughts thereof, what Torments even as long as God shall be, shall be endured. Walk not Therefore with Gospel-despisers.
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How wouldst thou look upon that man, that seeks thy life? And wilt thou not with indignation behold them which go about to damn thy Soul? Who so despiseth the word, shall be destroyed. Prov. 13.13. Take heed therefore of following their Example.
How Wouldst thou look upon that man, that seeks thy life? And wilt thou not with Indignation behold them which go about to damn thy Soul? Who so despises the word, shall be destroyed. Curae 13.13. Take heed Therefore of following their Exampl.
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and to blame those bookish Sermon gadding Maries, that seem to be more precise then wise, &c. But yet it will remain for a truth, that they have chosen that good part which shall not be taken from them.
and to blame those bookish Sermon gadding Mary's, that seem to be more precise then wise, etc. But yet it will remain for a truth, that they have chosen that good part which shall not be taken from them.
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and how they stood affected towards the Doctrine of the Gospel, which was begun to be preached among them now the second time after the death and passion of Christ, out of those words, They made light of it, that is, they cared not for it (as it hath been shewed the word here used in the Original signifieth.) Time would not give leave to end that verse then;
and how they stood affected towards the Doctrine of the Gospel, which was begun to be preached among them now the second time After the death and passion of christ, out of those words, They made Light of it, that is, they cared not for it (as it hath been showed the word Here used in the Original signifies.) Time would not give leave to end that verse then;
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From which we will handle this last Doctrine out of this fifth verse, That worldly affairs are a great occasion unto worldly-minded people, to make them set light by the Gospel and the means of grace and salvation.
From which we will handle this last Doctrine out of this fifth verse, That worldly affairs Are a great occasion unto worldly-minded people, to make them Set Light by the Gospel and the means of grace and salvation.
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VVhereas we find Peter denying his Master, and David falling into Adultery, and Lot into drunkenness &c. yet we finde a returning again, a recovery out of their falls.
Whereas we find Peter denying his Master, and David falling into Adultery, and Lot into Drunkenness etc. yet we find a returning again, a recovery out of their falls.
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when such a running out of the Soul is in a man after the World, is it likely there will be any great mind upon the things of God, of Christ, of Salvation? Truly no.
when such a running out of the Soul is in a man After the World, is it likely there will be any great mind upon the things of God, of christ, of Salvation? Truly no.
Out cries Martha to Christ (you shall find it Luk. 10.40.) Lord, dost not thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me.
Out cries Martha to christ (you shall find it Luk. 10.40.) Lord, dost not thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her Therefore that she help me.
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And if it be so in the green tree, how much more in the dry? If good People under a temptation, be so bold to plead for their neglect of attending upon Christ,
And if it be so in the green tree, how much more in the dry? If good People under a temptation, be so bold to plead for their neglect of attending upon christ,
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how much more will such as are swallowed up (as it were) of the World be bold? But you see in that place of Luke, what Christ the King of the Church doth.
how much more will such as Are swallowed up (as it were) of the World be bold? But you see in that place of Lycia, what christ the King of the Church does.
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Worldly people say to the Almighty, depart from us; they hold it good wisdom, to labour and save while they be yong, that they may not live in want when they be old.
Worldly people say to the Almighty, depart from us; they hold it good Wisdom, to labour and save while they be young, that they may not live in want when they be old.
and lose his own Soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his Soul? Mat. 16.26. I tell you for every hours coming to Sermons, spent in praier, thoushalt be rewarded;
and loose his own Soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his Soul? Mathew 16.26. I tell you for every hours coming to Sermons, spent in prayer, Thou shalt be rewarded;
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When once you come to know the terrors of the Lord, you will not think any labour too great, to get news of a crucified Christ, nor all the wealth in the world to be compared to one Minutes Society with Jesus Christ.
When once you come to know the terrors of the Lord, you will not think any labour too great, to get news of a Crucified christ, nor all the wealth in the world to be compared to one Minutes Society with jesus christ.
O what would a damned Soul in Hell give to come out of his condition? I am the more earnest, upon mine indignation at the abominable boldness of earthly-minded People.
O what would a damned Soul in Hell give to come out of his condition? I am the more earnest, upon mine Indignation At the abominable boldness of earthly-minded People.
Tis well twas Christ himself spake, and that it was to Martha. If we should say but half so much to Christs pretended Disciples now, we should hear of it again hot and wholy (as our country folks phrase it.) and they would tell us that if all should be of our minde, we should all quickly go a begging;
This well it christ himself spoke, and that it was to Martha. If we should say but half so much to Christ pretended Disciples now, we should hear of it again hight and wholly (as our country folks phrase it.) and they would tell us that if all should be of our mind, we should all quickly go a begging;
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whereas indeed it is a vice full of deadly poyson, full of ignorance of God, of Atheisme, of Idolatry, Injustjce, Oppression, and indeed of all iniquity:
whereas indeed it is a vice full of deadly poison, full of ignorance of God, of Atheism, of Idolatry, Injustjce, Oppression, and indeed of all iniquity:
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and therefore it must needs be a very dangerous thing, for a man or woman to let his or her affections to run out after the world. 1 Tim. 6.9.10. But they that will be rich, fall into temptation, and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtfull lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.
and Therefore it must needs be a very dangerous thing, for a man or woman to let his or her affections to run out After the world. 1 Tim. 6.9.10. But they that will be rich, fallen into temptation, and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful Lustiest, which drown men in destruction and perdition.
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Now the things of the World are (as John saith 1 John 2.16.) the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life: that is, Voluptuousness, Covetousness, Ambition.
Now the things of the World Are (as John Says 1 John 2.16.) the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life: that is, Voluptuousness, Covetousness, Ambition.
Let me single out this Goliah to encounter it, and draw out the sword of the spirit, out of that sheath Prov. 11.4. Riches profit not in the day of wrath. And Ezekiel 7.19. They shall cast their silver in the streets, and their gold shall be removed:
Let me single out this Goliath to encounter it, and draw out the sword of the Spirit, out of that sheath Curae 11.4. Riches profit not in the day of wrath. And Ezekielem 7.19. They shall cast their silver in the streets, and their gold shall be removed:
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their glory shall not descend after them. And the forenamed Ezekiel 7. ver. 10.11. Behold the day, behold it is come, the morning is gone forth, the rod hath blossomed, Pride hath budded, Violence is risen up into a rod of wickedness:
their glory shall not descend After them. And the forenamed Ezekielem 7. ver. 10.11. Behold the day, behold it is come, the morning is gone forth, the rod hath blossomed, Pride hath budded, Violence is risen up into a rod of wickedness:
Come we to a second information, of the sinfullness of their sin, & the greatness of their abomination, that let their spirits run out after the world.
Come we to a second information, of the sinfulness of their since, & the greatness of their abomination, that let their spirits run out After the world.
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They that cannot allow him his own day, because they are so drownd in the world, that they cannot remember it before it comes, much less observ it when it is come:
They that cannot allow him his own day, Because they Are so drowned in the world, that they cannot Remember it before it comes, much less observe it when it is come:
but is too short to measure sins by that are more immediately committed against God. So Paul when he was Saul, lived in all good Conscience, Acts 23.1. He saw not the greatness of the sin of persecuting the Saints. He thought he had done very well in dealing so cruelly as he did with the Church;
but is too short to measure Sins by that Are more immediately committed against God. So Paul when he was Saul, lived in all good Conscience, Acts 23.1. He saw not the greatness of the since of persecuting the Saints. He Thought he had done very well in dealing so cruelly as he did with the Church;
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yet that it is a very high sin, and strikes deep into Gods honour: And it is the more dangerous, by how much the less mens help against this evil is.
yet that it is a very high since, and strikes deep into God's honour: And it is the more dangerous, by how much the less men's help against this evil is.
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and sins against natural conscience; and all is a help against these sins. But against those Maladies, to make light of Christ, of Gospel. Seasons, of blessed Ordinances; not to delight in God;
and Sins against natural conscience; and all is a help against these Sins. But against those Maladies, to make Light of christ, of Gospel. Seasons, of blessed Ordinances; not to delight in God;
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or occasions of disesteeming Gods grace in the means thereof offered to him, after the fashion of worldly men that know not what it is in the way of mercy to enjoy an Ordinance and Christ in it,
or occasions of disesteeming God's grace in the means thereof offered to him, After the fashion of worldly men that know not what it is in the Way of mercy to enjoy an Ordinance and christ in it,
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And that the light of Gods countenance, is the life of a Saint, you may see by David, Psal. 4.6, 7. There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
And that the Light of God's countenance, is the life of a Saint, you may see by David, Psalm 4.6, 7. There be many that say, Who will show us any good? Lord, lift thou up the Light of thy countenance upon us.
And therefore that you may enjoy God, that ye may be on that high Tower from whence all men look like Crows, take heed that the World do not keep you, from doing those things that will make you to know him better, whom to know indeed is to be truly wise and safe.
And Therefore that you may enjoy God, that you may be on that high Tower from whence all men look like Crows, take heed that the World do not keep you, from doing those things that will make you to know him better, whom to know indeed is to be truly wise and safe.
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It is impossible mens hearts should run out after the world, when they have gotten grace. Psal. 17.15. As for me, I shall behold thy face in righteousness:
It is impossible men's hearts should run out After the world, when they have got grace. Psalm 17.15. As for me, I shall behold thy face in righteousness:
See what an odd man Paul is grown, Phil. 4 11, 12. Not that I speak in respect of want (saith he:) For I have learned in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.
See what an odd man Paul is grown, Philip 4 11, 12. Not that I speak in respect of want (Says he:) For I have learned in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.
and to make an end of this 5. verse ) read 1 Tim. 6.5, 6 7, 8. verses, They must be withdrawn from, that suppose gain is godliness, they are men of corrupt mindes and destitute of the truth.
and to make an end of this 5. verse) read 1 Tim. 6.5, 6 7, 8. Verses, They must be withdrawn from, that suppose gain is godliness, they Are men of corrupt minds and destitute of the truth.
So the Jews after Christ was ascended, laid hands on Peter and John, and on Stephen; and Acts 12. there you read that Peter is put in prison. Thus they took the servants.
So the jews After christ was ascended, laid hands on Peter and John, and on Stephen; and Acts 12. there you read that Peter is put in prison. Thus they took the Servants.
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Paul received of the Jews five times, 40 stripes save one, at a time, 2 Cor. 11.24. 3. They slew them, that is, some of them were murthered by them, as Steven and James the brother of John: Wherein they declared their malice to the utmost.
Paul received of the jews five times, 40 stripes save one, At a time, 2 Cor. 11.24. 3. They slew them, that is, Some of them were murdered by them, as Steven and James the brother of John: Wherein they declared their malice to the utmost.
And this was implicitely foretold, Matth 10.28. And fear not them which kill the body. And we see their spirit. Acts 22.22. Away with them (cried those Jews of Paul ) for it is not fit that he should live.
And this was implicitly foretold, Matthew 10.28. And Fear not them which kill the body. And we see their Spirit. Acts 22.22. Away with them (cried those jews of Paul) for it is not fit that he should live.
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This appears out of the 21 of Matth, ver. 35 to the 39. likewise cap. 23. ver. 34. to the 38. cap. 26 4. Acts 7.52 to the 59. It is very evident, that such was the usage of the Servants of Christ in the time of the Jewish Church and Common wealth;
This appears out of the 21 of Matthew, ver. 35 to the 39. likewise cap. 23. ver. 34. to the 38. cap. 26 4. Acts 7.52 to the 59. It is very evident, that such was the usage of the Servants of christ in the time of the Jewish Church and Common wealth;
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Acts 5. Steven stoned, Acts 7. James slain with the sword, Acts 12. John banished into Patmos, Rev. 1. And the stories of the Church do shew what usage they have had since.
Acts 5. Steven stoned, Acts 7. James slave with the sword, Acts 12. John banished into Patmos, Rev. 1. And the stories of the Church do show what usage they have had since.
What therefore should be the reason, Christ should have no better entertainment in the world? The son of man came not to destroy but to save; tis true;
What Therefore should be the reason, christ should have no better entertainment in the world? The son of man Come not to destroy but to save; this true;
Tit. 2.11.12, For the grace of God that bringeth Salvation, hath appeared unto all men, teaching us that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously,
Tit. 2.11.12, For the grace of God that brings Salvation, hath appeared unto all men, teaching us that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, we should live soberly, righteously,
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But this wicked men cannot abide to be told, because they cannot choose but know that they are not such as they are to whom Christ appeareth in power. And because their sins and they are one,
But this wicked men cannot abide to be told, Because they cannot choose but know that they Are not such as they Are to whom christ appears in power. And Because their Sins and they Are one,
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But, Friends, we must tell you the truth, and we have the best Preacher that ever was, for our example, John 8.44. Ye are of your Father the Devil, &c. VVe must be plain;
But, Friends, we must tell you the truth, and we have the best Preacher that ever was, for our Exampl, John 8.44. You Are of your Father the devil, etc. We must be plain;
if the Jews had lived when their Fathers did, they would have been loth to have killed the Prophets; but yet they thought it no sin to put Christ to death.
if the jews had lived when their Father's did, they would have been loath to have killed the prophets; but yet they Thought it no since to put christ to death.
But these dirty ways you make us to trot through, though they be somewhat irksom to us as we are men: yet are they comfortable because we know by the dirtiness of them, that we are in our way: for, all that will live godly in Christ Jesus must suffer persecution.
But these dirty ways you make us to trot through, though they be somewhat irksome to us as we Are men: yet Are they comfortable Because we know by the dirtiness of them, that we Are in our Way: for, all that will live godly in christ jesus must suffer persecution.
I will sow the precious seed of councell once more; who can tell whether the Lord will leave a blessing behind? O take heed ye be not in the number of them that deal cruelly with the Messengers of Gods grace, that deal despightfully with those that bring the gospel of salvation.
I will sow the precious seed of council once more; who can tell whither the Lord will leave a blessing behind? Oh take heed you be not in the number of them that deal cruelly with the Messengers of God's grace, that deal despitefully with those that bring the gospel of salvation.
and your poor families, whom you would be loth should be Vagabonds, and beg their bread (as I have known the children of some opposers and persecutors to do, that had as big sooks one day as any of you) as, I say, you would be loth the curse of God should light on you and yours:
and your poor families, whom you would be loath should be Vagabonds, and beg their bred (as I have known the children of Some opposers and persecutors to do, that had as big sooks one day as any of you) as, I say, you would be loath the curse of God should Light on you and yours:
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therefore I am earnest to perswade you not to be discouraged, or troubled, that you have been so wicked (as Joseph comforted his brethren, Gen. 45.5. cap. 50.19, 20, 21.) So would I willingly encourage you to come and kiss the Son, who is willing to fall on your neck and kiss you.
Therefore I am earnest to persuade you not to be discouraged, or troubled, that you have been so wicked (as Joseph comforted his brothers, Gen. 45.5. cap. 50.19, 20, 21.) So would I willingly encourage you to come and kiss the Son, who is willing to fallen on your neck and kiss you.
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So come and rejoyce in those ways ye have evil spoken of; love those Preachers ye have so basely used, and so despightfully handled. What shall I say?
So come and rejoice in those ways you have evil spoken of; love those Preachers you have so basely used, and so despitefully handled. What shall I say?
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for my purpose is not to repeat, but to go on with this 7. ver. which contains in it, summarily, the issue & consequent of their cruel dealing towards the Kings Servants (of which ye heard out of the foregoing vers. ) Wherein (for our more methodical proceeding) I will consider,
for my purpose is not to repeat, but to go on with this 7. ver. which contains in it, summarily, the issue & consequent of their cruel dealing towards the Kings Servants (of which you herd out of the foregoing vers.) Wherein (for our more methodical proceeding) I will Consider,
First, The Instrument or means whereby they are punished, viz. Armies. Secondly, the nature or quality of the Offence, Murtherers; they are arraigned for Murther.
First, The Instrument or means whereby they Are punished, viz. Armies. Secondly, the nature or quality of the Offence, Murderers; they Are arraigned for Murder.
We have a notable History in the second book of Samuel, chap. 10. David was willing to shew kindness unto Hanun the Son of Nahash, and sent his servants to comfort him, concerning the death of his Father:
We have a notable History in the second book of Samuel, chap. 10. David was willing to show kindness unto Hanun the Son of Nahash, and sent his Servants to Comfort him, Concerning the death of his Father:
Thus the Lord is made out under these words, and when the King heard thereof, as taking notice of the cruel usage of his Servants in the World. And such expressions we have many in Scripture.
Thus the Lord is made out under these words, and when the King herd thereof, as taking notice of the cruel usage of his Servants in the World. And such expressions we have many in Scripture.
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It is (as we may call it) God-Murther, and Christ-Murther, as well as soul-Murther, &c. (of which more shall be said when we come to it.) But in the mean time consider, Wherein can Mortal man do greater despight to the Majesty of God,
It is (as we may call it) God-murder, and Christ-Murther, as well as soul-Murther, etc. (of which more shall be said when we come to it.) But in the mean time Consider, Wherein can Mortal man do greater despite to the Majesty of God,
As first for the sin of depriving them of their livelihood. 1 Cor. 9.9.10. To muzzle the mouth of the Oxe that treadeth out the corn; This is a crying sin:
As First for the since of depriving them of their livelihood. 1 Cor. 9.9.10. To muzzle the Mouth of the Ox that treadeth out the corn; This is a crying since:
Because you, and your Pride, Knavery, Folly, Covetousness, are found fault withall (which all the Country stinks of) therefore you will add this to all your other wickednesses, to detain that which ye are only entrusted to receive, and pay.
Because you, and your Pride, Knavery, Folly, Covetousness, Are found fault withal (which all the Country stinks of) Therefore you will add this to all your other Wickednesses, to detain that which you Are only Entrusted to receive, and pay.
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and carelesly (like fools) set out the yeerly revenews of the town to such as either cannot or will not pay the rent, wherewith the Schoolmaster should be paid:
and carelessly (like Fools) Set out the yearly revenues of the town to such as either cannot or will not pay the rend, wherewith the Schoolmaster should be paid:
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that now in your last enfeoffing the town-Land, ye have conspired against the Church, and all the Members of it, that not one of them should be made privy to your proceedings,
that now in your last enfeoffing the town-Land, you have conspired against the Church, and all the Members of it, that not one of them should be made privy to your proceedings,
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then ye your selves) That ye nick-name the People of God a rigid faction; the like unheard of abominations, (which a modest man may blush to speak of,
then you your selves) That you nickname the People of God a rigid faction; the like unheard of abominations, (which a modest man may blush to speak of,
So also all your affronts, and scoffs, and provocations, especially your fitting your tickets and libells of contentio• … and strife to be read on Lords days,
So also all your affronts, and scoffs, and provocations, especially your fitting your tickets and libels of contentio• … and strife to be read on lords days,
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O take heed, all of you that hear me this day, (and this shall be my last use of this point) take heed, I say, of this sin, be not injurious to the Ministers of the Gospel;
Oh take heed, all of you that hear me this day, (and this shall be my last use of this point) take heed, I say, of this since, be not injurious to the Ministers of the Gospel;
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Read the chap. before this, the one and twentieth, ver. 35. to the 42. You have their sin in all the verses, except the last which is the one and fortieth:
Read the chap. before this, the one and twentieth, ver. 35. to the 42. You have their since in all the Verses, except the last which is the one and fortieth:
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but this above any other sin whatsoever, is displeasing to God: for First, It is a crushing of Gods grace, so far as a man can. It is a God-killing sin.
but this above any other since whatsoever, is displeasing to God: for First, It is a crushing of God's grace, so Far as a man can. It is a God-killing since.
what is it to go about to kill God? The grace of God, is the most glorious thing in the world Was there ever such love heard of? That God should not spare his own son,
what is it to go about to kill God? The grace of God, is the most glorious thing in the world Was there ever such love herd of? That God should not spare his own son,
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Friends, I fear the blood of those that starv'd in this Town in the late troubles, will be laid to the charge of some of you, that did not pitty them nor relieve them;
Friends, I Fear the blood of those that starved in this Town in the late Troubles, will be laid to the charge of Some of you, that did not pity them nor relieve them;
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but yet what may be done, and what the times will permit to be done, is extended to the very utmost even against all that are of this way, both old and young.
but yet what may be done, and what the times will permit to be done, is extended to the very utmost even against all that Are of this Way, both old and young.
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First Angels, some whereof are good, some are bad. 2 Sam. 24.16. An Angel stretched out his hand upon Jerusalem to destroy it, to wit, by the plague. 2 Kings 19.35. An Angel of the Lord smote in the camp of the Assyrians, an hundred fourscore and five thousand.
First Angels, Some whereof Are good, Some Are bad. 2 Sam. 24.16. an Angel stretched out his hand upon Jerusalem to destroy it, to wit, by the plague. 2 Kings 19.35. an Angel of the Lord smote in the camp of the Assyrians, an hundred fourscore and five thousand.
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These are called a heavenly host. Luke 2.13. And suddenly there was with the (or that) Angel (that brought to the shepherds the news of Christs birth) a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying &c. Acts 12.23.
These Are called a heavenly host. Lycia 2.13. And suddenly there was with the (or that) Angel (that brought to the shepherd's the news of Christ birth) a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying etc. Acts 12.23.
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We finde the Lord making use of this hoast, Joshuah 10.12, 13. And he (to wit Joshuah) said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon, and thou Moon in the valley of Ajalon.
We find the Lord making use of this host, Joshua 10.12, 13. And he (to wit Joshua) said in the sighed of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon, and thou Moon in the valley of Ajalon.
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And the Sun stood still, and the Moon staid, &c. Thirdly, he hath his Armies of men. Exod. 12.51. The Lord did bring the children of Israel out of Egypt by their Armies.
And the Sun stood still, and the Moon stayed, etc. Thirdly, he hath his Armies of men. Exod 12.51. The Lord did bring the children of Israel out of Egypt by their Armies.
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Fifthly, The Lord hath an Army of fire Gen. 19.24. Then the Lord rained upon Sodom and upon Gomorra, brimstone and fire from the Lord out of Heaven. So 2 Kings 1.10. Eliah is sent for, but fire comes down from Heaven, and consumes that Captaine and his fifty men that were sent to take him;
Fifthly, The Lord hath an Army of fire Gen. 19.24. Then the Lord reigned upon Sodom and upon Gomorra, brimstone and fire from the Lord out of Heaven. So 2 Kings 1.10. Elijah is sent for, but fire comes down from Heaven, and consumes that Captain and his fifty men that were sent to take him;
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Or of hailstones as Joshua. 10. ver. 11. Seventhly, the Lord hath the Farth also to make use of for the destruction of his Enemies. Numb. 16. 3•. The earth opens her mouth to swallow up Korah, Dathan and Abiram.
Or of hailstones as joshua. 10. ver. 11. Seventhly, the Lord hath the Farth also to make use of for the destruction of his Enemies. Numb. 16. 3•. The earth Opens her Mouth to swallow up Korah, Dathan and Abiram.
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Yea even the meanest creatures Lice, Frogs, Worms the Lord hath to fight against Pharaoh, and Herod. Exod. 8.6.8.16.17. and Acts 12.23. Lastly, the Lord doth sometimes make a mans own Conscience a terrible Army against himself.
Yea even the Meanest creatures Lice, Frogs, Worms the Lord hath to fight against Pharaoh, and Herod. Exod 8.6.8.16.17. and Acts 12.23. Lastly, the Lord does sometime make a men own Conscience a terrible Army against himself.
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O when God shall fight against a man with terrors of Conscience, he will be weary of his life, as Judas was. Mat. 27.3.4.5. These Armies are all at a minutes Call;
O when God shall fight against a man with terrors of Conscience, he will be weary of his life, as Judas was. Mathew 27.3.4.5. These Armies Are all At a minutes Call;
Yet give me leave to tell you, that sit here before me, and are guilty of this crying sin, that you must answer for it before that God whom we serve.
Yet give me leave to tell you, that fit Here before me, and Are guilty of this crying since, that you must answer for it before that God whom we serve.
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And for a man to be found in this sence felo de se, will procure a sentence not only to be cast out, to a dog-like burial in the high way, but to be cast into outer darkness, where there is weeping and gnashing of teeth.
And for a man to be found in this sense Fellow de se, will procure a sentence not only to be cast out, to a doglike burial in the high Way, but to be cast into outer darkness, where there is weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Fourthly, Such will be found Murtherers of Christ also. Heb. 10.29. They tread underfoot the son of God, &c. they are guilty of the blood of the Lord Christ, they do in effect shed it again, that do refuse this crucified Christ offered in the Preaching of the Gospel.
Fourthly, Such will be found Murderers of christ also. Hebrew 10.29. They tread underfoot the son of God, etc. they Are guilty of the blood of the Lord christ, they do in Effect shed it again, that do refuse this Crucified christ offered in the Preaching of the Gospel.
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Surely there be many Murderers, in all the sorementioned particulars, that to the utmost of their power, indeavour Minister murder, Soul murder, Self-murther, Christ murder, and God-murther.
Surely there be many Murderers, in all the sorementioned particulars, that to the utmost of their power, endeavour Minister murder, Soul murder, Self-murder, christ murder, and God-murder.
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where the Lord Christ threatneth to such as shall refuse to hear the words of his Messengers, that it shall be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorr•• in the day of judgement,
where the Lord christ threatens to such as shall refuse to hear the words of his Messengers, that it shall be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorr•• in the day of judgement,
then for that City • … nd also you may read Mat. 23.34.35.36. You have the practice of evil men ver. 34. to kill, scourge, persecute those Prophets, wise men and Scribes which God sends:
then for that city • … and also you may read Mathew 23.34.35.36. You have the practice of evil men for. 34. to kill, scourge, persecute those prophets, wise men and Scribes which God sends:
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In which we may consider 1. The Kings Commission, ver. 8 9. 2. The servants diligence in the execution thereof, v. 10. 3. The Trial, Proof, and Punishment of unworthy Guests, ver. 11, &c.
In which we may Consider 1. The Kings Commission, ver. 8 9. 2. The Servants diligence in the execution thereof, v. 10. 3. The Trial, Proof, and Punishment of unworthy Guests, ver. 11, etc.
1. As touching the Kings Commission we have 1. The occasion, ver. 8. 2. The matter of the Commission, ver. 9. The occasion was the readiness of that admirable Wedding Supper, and the unworthiness of the invited Jews to taste thereof;
1. As touching the Kings Commission we have 1. The occasion, ver. 8. 2. The matter of the Commission, ver. 9. The occasion was the readiness of that admirable Wedding Supper, and the unworthiness of the invited jews to taste thereof;
Read 1 Pet. 3.19, 20. This unworthiness made the earth to swallow up Corah, Dathan, and Abiram; they rose up against Moses and Aaron, which were Gods Servants, they wanted for nothing (as we use to say) but they would not be ruled, Numb. 16. there you have their story.
Read 1 Pet. 3.19, 20. This unworthiness made the earth to swallow up Corah, Dathan, and Abiram; they rose up against Moses and Aaron, which were God's Servants, they wanted for nothing (as we use to say) but they would not be ruled, Numb. 16. there you have their story.
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he did not punctually observe it. See 1 Sam. 15.23. what is there said. Rebellion is the sin of witchcraft, and stubborness is as iniquity and idolatry:
he did not punctually observe it. See 1 Sam. 15.23. what is there said. Rebellion is the since of witchcraft, and Stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry:
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He that believeth not shall be damned, Mar. 16.16. If any man love not the Lord Jesus, let him be Anathema Maranatha. 1 Cor. 16.22. Let him be cursed, and cursed over and above.
He that Believeth not shall be damned, Mar. 16.16. If any man love not the Lord jesus, let him be Anathema Maranatha. 1 Cor. 16.22. Let him be cursed, and cursed over and above.
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to deprive our selves of the means of grace, of the fruit and benefit of them, of health, friends, wealth, every thing! Christ hath provided all things;
to deprive our selves of the means of grace, of the fruit and benefit of them, of health, Friends, wealth, every thing! christ hath provided all things;
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It is for a man to improve to Gods glory, and to the good of his own soul, all those vouchsafements and enjoyments, which the Lord hath bestowed upon him.
It is for a man to improve to God's glory, and to the good of his own soul, all those vouchsafements and enjoyments, which the Lord hath bestowed upon him.
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Say thus, God hath given me wealth; I will use my wealth to his glory: the Lord hath given me opportunities of grace, I will improve them to the utmost.
Say thus, God hath given me wealth; I will use my wealth to his glory: the Lord hath given me opportunities of grace, I will improve them to the utmost.
let God be first in our thoughts, let us exalt him in all things. Servants, Children, Housholders, Parents, Constables, Magistrates, use your Talents, your Relations:
let God be First in our thoughts, let us exalt him in all things. Servants, Children, Householders, Parents, Constables, Magistrates, use your Talents, your Relations:
So Acts 13.46 47. The refusal of the Gospel by the Jews, is an occasion of the offer of it to the Gentiles. So Rom 11.11. Through the fall of the Jews, Salvation is come to the Gentiles;
So Acts 13.46 47. The refusal of the Gospel by the jews, is an occasion of the offer of it to the Gentiles. So Rom 11.11. Through the fallen of the jews, Salvation is come to the Gentiles;
if the Jews reject it, the Lord will incline the hearts of the Gentiles thankfully to embrace it. Acts 13.48. And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of the Lord;
if the jews reject it, the Lord will incline the hearts of the Gentiles thankfully to embrace it. Acts 13.48. And when the Gentiles herd this, they were glad, and glorified the word of the Lord;
and as many as were ordained to eternal life, believed. And so also Rom. 11.25. Blindness is hapned to Israel, untill the fulness of the Gentiles be come in. Therefore go ye out, &c.
and as many as were ordained to Eternal life, believed. And so also Rom. 11.25. Blindness is happened to Israel, until the fullness of the Gentiles be come in. Therefore go you out, etc.
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we do not consider, that as in wisdom he made all things, so in wisdom he ordereth all things excellently. Gen 45. ver. 5.7.8. saith Joseph there, God did send me before you to preserve life, &c. And Gen. 50.20.
we do not Consider, that as in Wisdom he made all things, so in Wisdom he Ordereth all things excellently. Gen 45. ver. 5.7.8. Says Joseph there, God did send me before you to preserve life, etc. And Gen. 50.20.
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and that Oracle (worthy to be remembred) that all things shall work together for good to them that fear God, &c. Rom. 8.28. will be found in the end to be gloriously true.
and that Oracle (worthy to be remembered) that all things shall work together for good to them that Fear God, etc. Rom. 8.28. will be found in the end to be gloriously true.
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Therefore let us learn to take notice of the power, wisdom and goodness of God, that can and doth thus bring good out of evil, good effects out of evil causes.
Therefore let us Learn to take notice of the power, Wisdom and Goodness of God, that can and does thus bring good out of evil, good effects out of evil Causes.
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Though we meet with afflictions, yet we shall not be much troubled, because we shall by taking notice perceive that these are to nurture us. Deut. 8.2.5. that we may learn to know him better, and to know our selves.
Though we meet with afflictions, yet we shall not be much troubled, Because we shall by taking notice perceive that these Are to nurture us. Deuteronomy 8.2.5. that we may Learn to know him better, and to know our selves.
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at least, what is neither directly nor indirectly forbidden in the word of God. For there are some actions which are called indifferent, as 1 Cor. 7.28.30.
At least, what is neither directly nor indirectly forbidden in the word of God. For there Are Some actions which Are called indifferent, as 1 Cor. 7.28.30.
For first they are Gods Servants. Servants must attend upon the commands of their Masters. And Secondly, We have all the ancient practices of the Saints to look upon.
For First they Are God's Servants. Servants must attend upon the commands of their Masters. And Secondly, We have all the ancient practices of the Saints to look upon.
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and ver. the 8. for his taking in accordingly clean and unclean beasts as he was commanded. c. 8.12. and 16. he staied other seven dayes, that is, he would have a warrant for his comming out of the Ark. And Abraham, Gen. 12.1. had a command to go out of his country, & from his kindred, and from his fathers house, &c. And Jacob Gen. 31.3. must be bid to return unto the Land of his fathers and to his kindred.
and for. the 8. for his taking in accordingly clean and unclean beasts as he was commanded. c. 8.12. and 16. he stayed other seven days, that is, he would have a warrant for his coming out of the Ark And Abraham, Gen. 12.1. had a command to go out of his country, & from his kindred, and from his Father's house, etc. And Jacob Gen. 31.3. must be bid to return unto the Land of his Father's and to his kindred.
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And in his old age though he resolve to go to Egypt, Gen. 25.28. yet he must have and had a warrant, cap. 56. ver. 1.2.3. and 4. And Numb. 9.18. At the commandment of the Lord the children of Israel journeyed, and at the commandment of the Lord they pitched, &c. Heb. 5.4. No man taketh this honour unto him (to wit of the priesthood) but he that is called of God as was Aaron.
And in his old age though he resolve to go to Egypt, Gen. 25.28. yet he must have and had a warrant, cap. 56. ver. 1.2.3. and 4. And Numb. 9.18. At the Commandment of the Lord the children of Israel journeyed, and At the Commandment of the Lord they pitched, etc. Hebrew 5.4. No man Takes this honour unto him (to wit of the priesthood) but he that is called of God as was Aaron.
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For all mankind are alike to him. Job. 31.15. Did not he that made me in the womb, make him? and did not one fashion us in the womb? cap. 34.19. He accepteth not the persons of Princes:
For all mankind Are alike to him. Job. 31.15. Did not he that made me in the womb, make him? and did not one fashion us in the womb? cap. 34.19. He Accepteth not the Persons of Princes:
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And mark the last words of the latter of those verses; I have thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldst be for Salvation unto the ends of the Earth. Mat. 11.25.26.
And mark the last words of the latter of those Verses; I have thee to be a Light of the Gentiles, that thou Shouldst be for Salvation unto the ends of the Earth. Mathew 11.25.26.
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Even so, father, for so it seemed good in thy sight. 1 Cor. 1.26. For you see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called.
Even so, father, for so it seemed good in thy sighed. 1 Cor. 1.26. For you see your calling, brothers, how that not many wise men After the Flesh, not many mighty, not many noble Are called.
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And let the means of grace be carefully improved, by all of all conditions: Seing God exempts none, let not exempt themselves, be ye never so poor or vile.
And let the means of grace be carefully improved, by all of all conditions: Sing God exempts none, let not exempt themselves, be you never so poor or vile.
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There are times of grace for Nations, Towns and Villages. It was a good while before the Gentiles had it at all. Mat. 0 5.6. Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into any City of the Samaritans enter ye not:
There Are times of grace for nations, Towns and Villages. It was a good while before the Gentiles had it At all. Mathew 0 5.6. Go not into the Way of the Gentiles, and into any city of the Samaritans enter you not:
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and Cyprus, and Antioch, Preaching the Word to none but unto the Jews only. But Acts 13.46. it is made plain both for the Jews and Gentiles; the words are:
and Cyprus, and Antioch, Preaching the Word to none but unto the jews only. But Acts 13.46. it is made plain both for the jews and Gentiles; the words Are:
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And through the fall of the Jews, Salvation is come to the Gentiles. Rom. 11.11. Sometimes in one place, sometimes in another, is the Gospel Preached; not in all places. It is a precious commodity.
And through the fallen of the jews, Salvation is come to the Gentiles. Rom. 11.11. Sometime in one place, sometime in Another, is the Gospel Preached; not in all places. It is a precious commodity.
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Things of price are not commonly to be had in all places. But some will say, out of Mark 16.15. The commission is, that it must be preached to every creature in all the world.
Things of price Are not commonly to be had in all places. But Some will say, out of Mark 16.15. The commission is, that it must be preached to every creature in all the world.
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First, that place is to be understood of Gods works, as may be gathered out of Psal. 19.1, 2. & 3. There is neither speech, nor language where their voice is not heard, that is, of the Heavens and Firmament and Sun, &c.
First, that place is to be understood of God's works, as may be gathered out of Psalm 19.1, 2. & 3. There is neither speech, nor language where their voice is not herd, that is, of the Heavens and Firmament and Sun, etc.
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So those Servants went out into the high ways, &c. 2. The Success. And the Wedding was furnished &c. The former doth teach us, It is the property of Gods faithful Servants to be obedient to Christ their Master, (a) Gen. 6.22.12.4.22.2.3.16. Noah (b) Gal. 1.15, 16. Abraham, Paul and many more might be instanced in.
So those Servants went out into the high ways, etc. 2. The Success. And the Wedding was furnished etc. The former does teach us, It is the property of God's faithful Servants to be obedient to christ their Master, (a) Gen. 6.22.12.4.22.2.3.16. Noah (b) Gal. 1.15, 16. Abraham, Paul and many more might be instanced in.
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Consider the necessity of this property, all profession is vain without it. To obey is better then Sacrifice, 1 Sam. 15.22. and great is the utility and profit that comes by it.
Consider the necessity of this property, all profession is vain without it. To obey is better then Sacrifice, 1 Sam. 15.22. and great is the utility and profit that comes by it.
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1. In respect of God, Rom. 9.21, 22, 23. 2 In respect of the Godly for their probation and trial of faith, 1 Cor. 11.19. 3. In respect of the wicked to leave them without excuse.
1. In respect of God, Rom. 9.21, 22, 23. 2 In respect of the Godly for their probation and trial of faith, 1 Cor. 11.19. 3. In respect of the wicked to leave them without excuse.
They err that would have the visible Church without mixture. See these places, Gen. 4.3, 4. cap. 9.18.25. cap. 17, 18, 19. cap. 27. ver. 41. Mark 10.4. Acts 5.1. cap. 6.5. cap 18.13. Rom. 9.6, 7. cap, 10.16. 1 Cor. 5.1. Jude 12. Rev. 2.9 14, 15.29. A floor of corn and chaff, Matth. 3.12. Tares and wheat, cap. 13.24.
They err that would have the visible Church without mixture. See these places, Gen. 4.3, 4. cap. 9.18.25. cap. 17, 18, 19. cap. 27. ver. 41. Mark 10.4. Acts 5.1. cap. 6.5. cap 18.13. Rom. 9.6, 7. cap, 10.16. 1 Cor. 5.1. U^de 12. Rev. 2.9 14, 15.29. A floor of corn and chaff, Matthew 3.12. Tares and wheat, cap. 13.24.
If all comers may be admitted, guests will not be wanting; men may be drawn to the outside for by-respects, as Balaam, Numb. 23.10. and so Matth. 7.21.
If all comers may be admitted, guests will not be wanting; men may be drawn to the outside for by-respects, as balaam, Numb. 23.10. and so Matthew 7.21.
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And therefore an outward profession is not sufficient to prove a man a true Christian: and it is every mans part to look to the sincerity of his heart.
And Therefore an outward profession is not sufficient to prove a man a true Christian: and it is every men part to look to the sincerity of his heart.
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WE are upon the second branch of the third thing in the praedicate of this admirable parable, to wit, the latter Guests that are invited (upon the refusal of the Jews first invited,
WE Are upon the second branch of the third thing in the predicate of this admirable parable, to wit, the latter Guests that Are invited (upon the refusal of the jews First invited,
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and again and again called, but refusing, and abusing the messengers sent) to wit the Gentiles. We have finished our discourse of the Kings Commission given for their calling,
and again and again called, but refusing, and abusing the messengers sent) to wit the Gentiles. We have finished our discourse of the Kings Commission given for their calling,
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vers. and the verses following, unto the end of the 14. that we speak of the third branch or part formerly noted in the calling of the Gentiles, viz. the proof and trial of such as become guests,
vers. and the Verses following, unto the end of the 14. that we speak of the third branch or part formerly noted in the calling of the Gentiles, viz. the proof and trial of such as become guests,
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And lastly, It is implied that the visible Church is the place of Gods walk to and fro, to teach us that God takes special notice of such as make profession of religion;
And lastly, It is implied that the visible Church is the place of God's walk to and from, to teach us that God Takes special notice of such as make profession of Religion;
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And on the other side, if upon trial professors be sound saulty, God hath much dishonour thereby. Rom. 2.14. For the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles through you.
And on the other side, if upon trial professors be found saulty, God hath much dishonour thereby. Rom. 2.14. For the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles through you.
I answer, Because no instrument can do it sufficiently. For the heart is deceitfull. Jer. 17.9.10. No man, no not of himself, can find out the depths of the heart.
I answer, Because no Instrument can do it sufficiently. For the heart is deceitful. Jer. 17.9.10. No man, no not of himself, can find out the depths of the heart.
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God trieth daily, and he will try at the last day. In this life, he hath his many wayes of trial; sometimes he trieth by afliction. Psal. 66.10.11. For thou Lord, hast proved us, thou hast tried us as silver is tried.
God trieth daily, and he will try At the last day. In this life, he hath his many ways of trial; sometime he trieth by affliction. Psalm 66.10.11. For thou Lord, hast proved us, thou hast tried us as silver is tried.
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it is his comfort, that he that judgeth him is the Lord 1 Cor. 4.4.5. It is every mans part to be fitted to approve himself to God, and not only to men.
it is his Comfort, that he that Judgeth him is the Lord 1 Cor. 4.4.5. It is every men part to be fitted to approve himself to God, and not only to men.
All mans commendation, if God subscribe it not, is worth nothing. 2 Cor. 10.18. But not he (saith Paul there) that commendeth himself is approved, but he whom the Lord commendeth.
All men commendation, if God subscribe it not, is worth nothing. 2 Cor. 10.18. But not he (Says Paul there) that commends himself is approved, but he whom the Lord commends.
I shall put off the first from this place, because it will fall in to be handled in the next verse, where his fault is particularly charged upon him. Now of the latter first.
I shall put off the First from this place, Because it will fallen in to be handled in the next verse, where his fault is particularly charged upon him. Now of the latter First.
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For doubtless among so many Gentiles, there were many that wanted the wedding garment; for there be many hypocrites in every visible Church. Many people came in. Isaiah 2. ver. 2.3. among which there could not but be many unfound ones.
For doubtless among so many Gentiles, there were many that wanted the wedding garment; for there be many Hypocrites in every visible Church. Many people Come in. Isaiah 2. ver. 2.3. among which there could not but be many unfound ones.
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And the reason is, because he is an al-seeing God, none can go from his presence, Psal. 139. from the 1. to the 6. verse read. Jer. 23.23.24. Dan. 2 22 Heb. 4.13.
And the reason is, Because he is an All-seeing God, none can go from his presence, Psalm 139. from the 1. to the 6. verse read. Jer. 23.23.24. Dan. 2 22 Hebrew 4.13.
And yet more evidently, because in him we live and move and have our being, Acts 17.28. I might heap up places of Scripture, to shew how God hunteth out sinners.
And yet more evidently, Because in him we live and move and have our being, Acts 17.28. I might heap up places of Scripture, to show how God hunts out Sinners.
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Yet this is not only the fault of hardhearted sinners: but even of Jacob and Israel. Isai. 40.27.28. We think God sees not or regards nor our misery; this is our folly.
Yet this is not only the fault of hardhearted Sinners: but even of Jacob and Israel. Isaiah 40.27.28. We think God sees not or regards nor our misery; this is our folly.
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For, shall the work say of him that made it, he made me not? Or shall the thing framed say of him that framed it, he had no understanding? It is a notable place.
For, shall the work say of him that made it, he made me not? Or shall the thing framed say of him that framed it, he had no understanding? It is a notable place.
for the danger is great of that sin, as may be gathered out of Mat. 25.41. their portion of misery is none of the least, as you may see by the Lords dealing with this poor wretch, which is next to be handled. Verses 12.13.14.
for the danger is great of that since, as may be gathered out of Mathew 25.41. their portion of misery is none of the least, as you may see by the lords dealing with this poor wretch, which is next to be handled. Verses 12.13.14.
and manifested by a holy, sincere, and upright walking in the wayes of godliness: and therefore the Apostle Paul, speaking to this purpose, and somewhat altering this phrase;
and manifested by a holy, sincere, and upright walking in the ways of godliness: and Therefore the Apostle Paul, speaking to this purpose, and somewhat altering this phrase;
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but putting on Christ, &c. where Christ and a mans own lusts, his sinfull lusts are opposed, read ver. 13. and 14. and he doth more fully mention this Ephes. 4.21, 22, 23. In these words and phrases, To hear him, to be taught by him,
but putting on christ, etc. where christ and a men own Lustiest, his sinful Lustiest Are opposed, read for. 13. and 14. and he does more Fully mention this Ephesians 4.21, 22, 23. In these words and phrases, To hear him, to be taught by him,
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And again, For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ, have put on Christ, ver. 27. By all which you may see plainly what it is to have, or to want the Wedding garment.
And again, For as many of you as have been baptised into christ, have put on christ, ver. 27. By all which you may see plainly what it is to have, or to want the Wedding garment.
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He drew no vertue from Christ, he had not put on Christ by Faith, and therefore could not walk in sound and sincere obedience. I observe this Doctrine.
He drew no virtue from christ, he had not put on christ by Faith, and Therefore could not walk in found and sincere Obedience. I observe this Doctrine.
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9. They bring scandal to the holy Religion which they profess, whether Ministers (as Elies sons, 1 Sam. 2.17. made the offering of the Lord to be abhorred ) or People, Rom. 2.24. by whose carriage the name of God is blasphemed or evil spoken of.
9. They bring scandal to the holy Religion which they profess, whither Ministers (as Ely's Sons, 1 Sam. 2.17. made the offering of the Lord to be abhorred) or People, Rom. 2.24. by whose carriage the name of God is blasphemed or evil spoken of.
They shall answer for their uncleanness before the Lord, they shall be called to account, they shall hear, Friend, how camest thou in hither? as this unworthy guest here.
They shall answer for their uncleanness before the Lord, they shall be called to account, they shall hear, Friend, how camest thou in hither? as this unworthy guest Here.
and Pharisees, hypocrites, saith Christ, Matth. 23.13. The Use in the second place may be to comfort those that walk in the ways of Christianity in sincerity and truth;
and Pharisees, Hypocrites, Says christ, Matthew 23.13. The Use in the second place may be to Comfort those that walk in the ways of Christianity in sincerity and truth;
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for else, Friend how camest thou in hither? will be heard one day. All Sacrifices and Services are odious and abominable without this Wedding Garment, Prov. 15.8.9. The prayer of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord, &c. Read to this purpose Isaiah the first chapter, from the tenth verse to the 16. No sound comfort to the soul where this is not, sorrow of heart and a curse belongs to deceitfull workers.
for Else, Friend how camest thou in hither? will be herd one day. All Sacrifices and Services Are odious and abominable without this Wedding Garment, Curae 15.8.9. The prayer of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord, etc. Read to this purpose Isaiah the First chapter, from the tenth verse to the 16. No found Comfort to the soul where this is not, sorrow of heart and a curse belongs to deceitful workers.
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Cursed be he that doth the Work of the Lord deceitfully, Jer. 48.10. Cursed in his very prayers and performances of Religious Exercises, though holy for the matter.
Cursed be he that does the Work of the Lord deceitfully, Jer. 48.10. Cursed in his very Prayers and performances of Religious Exercises, though holy for the matter.
Men now pick quarrels at the manner of Ministers reproving them, it is a common shift among us in this place (so wise are men to their own hurt) to put off just reproofs with accusations of passion,
Men now pick quarrels At the manner of Ministers reproving them, it is a Common shift among us in this place (so wise Are men to their own hurt) to put off just reproofs with accusations of passion,
as Jeremiah was called the raving Propher, and accused to have his ears more open then was fit, to that tale-telling fellow Baruch the son of Neriah: So men instead of sorrowing,
as Jeremiah was called the raving Propher, and accused to have his ears more open then was fit, to that taletelling fellow baruch the son of Neriah: So men instead of sorrowing,
and making satisfaction for those evils of injustice, deceit, rejecting of Christ, and despising the Church (which they are plainly guilty of) complain of the Reprovers.
and making satisfaction for those evils of injustice, deceit, rejecting of christ, and despising the Church (which they Are plainly guilty of) complain of the Reprovers.
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But God will prevent them, he will call them Friends, yet (and that justly) cut their throats (as we say) They shal have no hole to pick in the manner of Gods dealing with them, they shall have no hole to creep out at.
But God will prevent them, he will call them Friends, yet (and that justly) Cut their throats (as we say) They shall have no hold to pick in the manner of God's dealing with them, they shall have no hold to creep out At.
but Whether it be not against even a principle of nature, to disannul or alter mens wills, to embezeel things committed to your trust, to convert publick stocks to private uses.
but Whither it be not against even a principle of nature, to disannul or altar men's wills, to embezeel things committed to your trust, to convert public stocks to private uses.
Judges and Magistrates, Preachers and Pastors: We should do as Joshuah did cap. 7.19. My son (saith he to Achan ) give I pray thee glory to the Lord God of Israel.
Judges and Magistrates, Preachers and Pastors: We should do as Joshua did cap. 7.19. My son (Says he to achan) give I pray thee glory to the Lord God of Israel.
Secondly, the contrary practice is a grief to his Spirit, by which we are sealed to the day of Redemption. This is forbidden, Eph. 4.30. Besides it is a snare to sinners, and hinders the working of our Physick.
Secondly, the contrary practice is a grief to his Spirit, by which we Are sealed to the day of Redemption. This is forbidden, Ephesians 4.30. Beside it is a snare to Sinners, and hinders the working of our Physic.
Doth not Job say, cap. 9. v. 2, 3. But how should man be just with God? if he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand. And in Eccles. 7.20. For there is not a just man upon earth that doth good and sinneth not. And Isa 64.6.
Does not Job say, cap. 9. v. 2, 3. But how should man be just with God? if he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand. And in Eccles. 7.20. For there is not a just man upon earth that does good and Sinneth not. And Isaiah 64.6.
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I answer, Although no man can justify himself in regard of any perfect obedience of his own (because indeed all a mans perfection is to bewail his imperfection,
I answer, Although no man can justify himself in regard of any perfect Obedience of his own (Because indeed all a men perfection is to bewail his imperfection,
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and to cleave close to the imputed righteousness of Christ by Faith) yet the sincerity of a mans heart, in a carefull endeavour to honour God, is accepted of God,
and to cleave close to the imputed righteousness of christ by Faith) yet the sincerity of a men heart, in a careful endeavour to honour God, is accepted of God,
They that set on the left hand, are brought in excusing themselves, &c. I answer, that place is to be understood of the continuance of the hardness, and deceit of some mens hearts even unto death.
They that Set on the left hand, Are brought in excusing themselves, etc. I answer, that place is to be understood of the Continuance of the hardness, and deceit of Some men's hearts even unto death.
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A man may live and die with a conceit of his happy condition, &c. and thats the scope of both those places to shew the hardness of of some mens hearts even unto the very last.
A man may live and die with a conceit of his happy condition, etc. and thats the scope of both those places to show the hardness of of Some men's hearts even unto the very last.
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Christ will quickly cut their combs, as ver. 23. of the seventh chap. and ver. 45. of the 25. chap. you may see, they are sentenced notwithstanding, and are executed accordingly.
christ will quickly Cut their combs, as for. 23. of the seventh chap. and for. 45. of the 25. chap. you may see, they Are sentenced notwithstanding, and Are executed accordingly.
I will make thee answer it in the highest Court in England. But Sirrah, (sith thou art good at that, I mean, to swagger and vapour) let me tell thee for all thy big words, thou shalt not have a word to say before God,
I will make thee answer it in the highest Court in England. But Sirrah, (sith thou art good At that, I mean, to swagger and vapour) let me tell thee for all thy big words, thou shalt not have a word to say before God,
Would ye then not be speechless in that day under a condemning conscience? Labour to get and keep a good conscience here. 1 Joh. 4.7. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgement, &c. Let us labour for the Wedding-garment;
Would you then not be speechless in that day under a condemning conscience? Labour to get and keep a good conscience Here. 1 John 4.7. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgement, etc. Let us labour for the wedding garment;
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for if our conscience condemn us, condemnation will follow that conviction. Rev. 20.12. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened;
for if our conscience condemn us, condemnation will follow that conviction. Rev. 20.12. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened;
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He was speechless, saith the Text. The Commission or warrant for his execution, which also includes the sentence of condemnation, follows in the next verses, in which we have the sentence ver. 13. The ground or reason, ver. 14. In the Sentence we have Circumstances, and the Substance.
He was speechless, Says the Text. The Commission or warrant for his execution, which also includes the sentence of condemnation, follows in the next Verses, in which we have the sentence ver. 13. The ground or reason, ver. 14. In the Sentence we have circumstances, and the Substance.
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The Circumstances are three. 1. The party commissionating, the King. 2. The party commissionated, the servants. 3. The time, Then. For the better handling of these particulars, I crave your prayers.
The circumstances Are three. 1. The party Commissionating, the King. 2. The party commissionated, the Servants. 3. The time, Then. For the better handling of these particulars, I crave your Prayers.
The party that gives the Commission for the execution of this faulty person, is said to be the King. that is, Almighty God, who had vouchsafed the means of Grace to the Gentiles. But (this poor wretch among others abusing it) he gives a Commission of another nature.
The party that gives the Commission for the execution of this faulty person, is said to be the King. that is, Almighty God, who had vouchsafed the means of Grace to the Gentiles. But (this poor wretch among Others abusing it) he gives a Commission of Another nature.
I have shewed you out of the foregoing verses, that God woes the world in the preaching of the Gospel, Go tell them that were bidden, I have prepared my dinner, &c. You have heard of Tamberlains colours he was wont to display;
I have showed you out of the foregoing Verses, that God woes the world in the preaching of the Gospel, Go tell them that were bidden, I have prepared my dinner, etc. You have herd of Tamberlains colours he was wont to display;
Sirs, a thousand to one but some of you will be damned, or else you will escape better then ever so many people met together did in this World: consider seriously what I say.
Sirs, a thousand to one but Some of you will be damned, or Else you will escape better then ever so many people met together did in this World: Consider seriously what I say.
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God will punish the abuse of the offers of Grace (I say) any way, with severity. Gen. 6.7. And the Lord said, I will destroy man whom I have created, from the face of the Earth, &c. God did strive with the old World 120. years;
God will Punish the abuse of the offers of Grace (I say) any Way, with severity. Gen. 6.7. And the Lord said, I will destroy man whom I have created, from the face of the Earth, etc. God did strive with the old World 120. Years;
Then saith the Lord, because the cry of Sodom, and Gomorra is great, 2 Pet. 2.8. Gen. 18.20.21. and because their sin is very grievous, I will go down now, and see whither they have done altogether according to the cry of it, which is come unto me:
Then Says the Lord, Because the cry of Sodom, and Gomorra is great, 2 Pet. 2.8. Gen. 18.20.21. and Because their since is very grievous, I will go down now, and see whither they have done altogether according to the cry of it, which is come unto me:
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He caused fire and brimstone to come down from Heaven, and he overthrew those four Cities of the plain, Gen. 19.24.25. Sodom, Gomorra, Admah and Zeboim.
He caused fire and brimstone to come down from Heaven, and he overthrew those four Cities of the plain, Gen. 19.24.25. Sodom, Gomorra, Admah and Zeboim.
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They killed the prophets, and stoned them that were sent among them. What followeth? Behold your house is left unto you desolate; &c. And so cap. 19.43.44.
They killed the Prophets, and stoned them that were sent among them. What follows? Behold your house is left unto you desolate; etc. And so cap. 19.43.44.
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O that you would read sometime, even this very day, Prov. 1. from the 20. verse unto the 32. I am loth to spend so much time now in reading those verses. The summ is, Wisdom crieth, woeth, useth many arguments,
O that you would read sometime, even this very day, Curae 1. from the 20. verse unto the 32. I am loath to spend so much time now in reading those Verses. The sum is, Wisdom cries, woeth, uses many Arguments,
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is now become so severe upon the abuse of his mercy? then foolish, if not mad, are they that do not consider this, that do not believe it, that do so set and settle themselves daily to abuse the means of Grace.
is now become so severe upon the abuse of his mercy? then foolish, if not mad, Are they that do not Consider this, that do not believe it, that do so Set and settle themselves daily to abuse the means of Grace.
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Thou fool, which art without understanding, thou witless fellow (as the word in the Original signifies in Luke ) dost thou think God will cease to be God,
Thou fool, which art without understanding, thou witless fellow (as the word in the Original signifies in Lycia) dost thou think God will cease to be God,
and deny himself? (as he must do if, he should not avenge himself, and vindicate his Gospel from those horrible neglects, contempts, and abuses which it is even,
and deny himself? (as he must do if, he should not avenge himself, and vindicate his Gospel from those horrible neglects, contempts, and Abuses which it is even,
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and envy, to every despiser of Gods Church, with heavy tidings, They shall be confounded and put to shame, they shall be turned back, and brought to confusion.
and envy, to every despiser of God's Church, with heavy tidings, They shall be confounded and put to shame, they shall be turned back, and brought to confusion.
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Of all the judgements that came upon the Jews, I find this to be the chiefest, that whereas they were once the children of the Kingdom, they are now in outer darkness, Matthew 8.12. that is, whereas in the Church there is light, they are now cast out of the Church;
Of all the Judgments that Come upon the jews, I find this to be the chiefest, that whereas they were once the children of the Kingdom, they Are now in outer darkness, Matthew 8.12. that is, whereas in the Church there is Light, they Are now cast out of the Church;
But yet this is their greatest unhappiness, that they are the greatest Enemies in the World to the Christian faith, through the blindness of their mind;
But yet this is their greatest unhappiness, that they Are the greatest Enemies in the World to the Christian faith, through the blindness of their mind;
This is the fruit of their rejecting Christ. This plague falls many wayes: Sometimes he blinds mens minds, and hardens their hearts, that they cannot profit by them, though they live under them.
This is the fruit of their rejecting christ. This plague falls many ways: Sometime he blinds men's minds, and hardens their hearts, that they cannot profit by them, though they live under them.
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and dephth, length and breadth of Gods mercy? it hath sour dimensions in that place, Ephes. 3.18. We cannot think of it any way answerable to the truth of it.
and dephth, length and breadth of God's mercy? it hath sour dimensions in that place, Ephesians 3.18. We cannot think of it any Way answerable to the truth of it.
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saith Paul there, Despisest thou the riches of his goodness, forbearance and longsuffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance? But after thy hardness and impenitent heart, treasurest up unto thy self wrath against the day of wrath,
Says Paul there, Despisest thou the riches of his Goodness, forbearance and long-suffering, not knowing that the Goodness of God leads thee to Repentance? But After thy hardness and impenitent heart, treasurest up unto thy self wrath against the day of wrath,
why dost thou not tell of his Justice? the Apostle tells thee, The Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven, with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God,
why dost thou not tell of his justice? the Apostle tells thee, The Lord jesus shall be revealed from heaven, with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God,
And so we fall upon the second branch of the circumstantial part of this Commission, the persons commissionated, his Servants. Then said the King to his Servants.
And so we fallen upon the second branch of the circumstantial part of this Commission, the Persons commissionated, his Servants. Then said the King to his Servants.
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these are Gods high Commissioners to binde and to loose, Matth. 18.18 Verily, I say unto you, whatsoever ye shall binde on earth shall be bound in heaven, &c. It is true, it is properly the work of the Church.
these Are God's high Commissioners to bind and to lose, Matthew 18.18 Verily, I say unto you, whatsoever you shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, etc. It is true, it is properly the work of the Church.
I will give you the words of Dr. Fulk in his Annotations upon the Rhemists Testament, upon 1 Cor. 5.4. in answer to that passage pretended to be taken out of Chrysostom upon those words, Tell the Church, Matth. 18. Complain to the Church, that is, to the Prelates and Presidents thereof:
I will give you the words of Dr. Fulk in his Annotations upon the Rhemists Testament, upon 1 Cor. 5.4. in answer to that passage pretended to be taken out of Chrysostom upon those words, Tell the Church, Matthew 18. Complain to the Church, that is, to the Prelates and Presidents thereof:
saith he, The authority of Excommunication pertaineth to the whole Church, although the judgment and execution thereof is to be referred to the Governors of the Church, which exercise that authority as in the name of Christ,
Says he, The Authority of Excommunication pertaineth to the Whole Church, although the judgement and execution thereof is to be referred to the Governors of the Church, which exercise that Authority as in the name of christ,
Secondly, Magistrates are executioners too of Gods vengeance; They bear not the sword in vain. Rom. 13.4. For he is the Minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doth evil, in the same verse.
Secondly, Magistrates Are executioners too of God's vengeance; They bear not the sword in vain. Rom. 13.4. For he is the Minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that does evil, in the same verse.
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These bind neck and heels also in Gods name, and as his Servants. Thirdly, Military men, which have the sword of war in their hands, are Gods Servants.
These bind neck and heels also in God's name, and as his Servants. Thirdly, Military men, which have the sword of war in their hands, Are God's Servants.
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for first, they do not usually proceed so regularly as either of the former. Ministers have a word to proceed by, and Magistrates have Laws; but weapons know not laws;
for First, they do not usually proceed so regularly as either of the former. Ministers have a word to proceed by, and Magistrates have Laws; but weapons know not laws;
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Cut their skuls, cleave their heads, even when I should have thought a reproof had been enough, have I heard from these Sons of Mars; for so have I heard them stile themselves in a bravado.
cut their skulls, cleave their Heads, even when I should have Thought a reproof had been enough, have I herd from these Sons of Mars; for so have I herd them style themselves in a bravado.
For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds, 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. And again, Having in readiness to revenge all disobedience, ver.
For the weapons of our warfare Are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds, 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. And again, Having in readiness to revenge all disobedience, ver.
They were eating and drinking marrying and giving in marriage, untill the day that Noah entred into the Ark: and knew not till the Flood came and took them all away, Matth. 24.38, 39. God seems sometimes to delay, to be slow; but it is not so.
They were eating and drinking marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noah entered into the Ark: and knew not till the Flood Come and took them all away, Matthew 24.38, 39. God seems sometime to Delay, to be slow; but it is not so.
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Read Prov. 1.24, 25, 26. 27. Yea, all the day long he will wait, and spread out his hands unto a rebellious People, which walketh in a way that is not good, after their own thoughts. Isaiah 65.2.
Read Curae 1.24, 25, 26. 27. Yea, all the day long he will wait, and spread out his hands unto a rebellious People, which walks in a Way that is not good, After their own thoughts. Isaiah 65.2.
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When it will be most for his Churches good, then, then, and not till then will the Lord be seen in the mount of blessings for his People, and plagues on his Enemies.
When it will be most for his Churches good, then, then, and not till then will the Lord be seen in the mount of blessings for his People, and plagues on his Enemies.
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Then nothing will profit you in that day. Riches profit not in the day of wrath, Prov. 11.4. There will a time come when all the riches in the world shall not do you one half-pennies worth of good.
Then nothing will profit you in that day. Riches profit not in the day of wrath, Curae 11.4. There will a time come when all the riches in the world shall not do you one half-pennies worth of good.
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Take heed of that generation of men, which though they have the teachings of men, yet not of God. These (as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses) do resist the truth, men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith. 2 Tim. 3.8.
Take heed of that generation of men, which though they have the teachings of men, yet not of God. These (as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses) do resist the truth, men of corrupt minds, Reprobate Concerning the faith. 2 Tim. 3.8.
Is it so (I say)? Why then in the fear of God consider and mark that counsel which is given, Isaiah. 55.6.7.8.9. &c. read the words your selves when you come home; I have not time;
Is it so (I say)? Why then in the Fear of God Consider and mark that counsel which is given, Isaiah. 55.6.7.8.9. etc. read the words your selves when you come home; I have not time;
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First, The Commission it self in the 13. verse. Secondly, The ground or reason of it, ver. 14. Again in the Commission, we have observed, and fully handled, the circumstantial part of it;
First, The Commission it self in the 13. verse. Secondly, The ground or reason of it, ver. 14. Again in the Commission, we have observed, and Fully handled, the circumstantial part of it;
And are now (the Lord assisting) to proceed, and to speak of the substance of the Commission, out of these words, Bind him hand and foot, &c. Wherein two things are set forth.
And Are now (the Lord assisting) to proceed, and to speak of the substance of the Commission, out of these words, Bind him hand and foot, etc. Wherein two things Are Set forth.
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Secondly, The condition of this poor wretch under his punishment, sad enough, wofull enough, in these words, There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Secondly, The condition of this poor wretch under his punishment, sad enough, woeful enough, in these words, There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
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We will begin with the manner of his punishment, laid forth under a continued Metaphor, taken from the manner of dealing used among men with gross and heynous offenders, who being found guilty, are manacled, fettered,
We will begin with the manner of his punishment, laid forth under a continued Metaphor, taken from the manner of dealing used among men with gross and heinous offenders, who being found guilty, Are manacled, fettered,
to wit, that they shall be cast into Hell, where they shall lie weeping and wayling, and gnashing of teeth, not only as long as the Sun and the Moon endureth,
to wit, that they shall be cast into Hell, where they shall lie weeping and wailing, and gnashing of teeth, not only as long as the Sun and the Moon Endureth,
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But here is an aggravation of this third degree of misery, cast him into outer darkness, that is, into Hell. Into (outer) darkness; that is, out from God, and out from his Church;
But Here is an aggravation of this third degree of misery, cast him into outer darkness, that is, into Hell. Into (outer) darkness; that is, out from God, and out from his Church;
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So some understand 〈 ◊ 〉. 8.12. Many shall come from the East •nd from the West, Calvin. &c. But the children o• the Kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness;
So Some understand 〈 ◊ 〉. 8.12. Many shall come from the East •nd from the West, calvin. etc. But the children o• the Kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness;
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All the men on Earth, or Angels in Heaven, are not able to break this Cord. There is also a blessed Cord which the Saints are bound with, Rom. 8.30. Moreover, whom he did predestinate, them also he called:
All the men on Earth, or Angels in Heaven, Are not able to break this Cord. There is also a blessed Cord which the Saints Are bound with, Rom. 8.30. Moreover, whom he did predestinate, them also he called:
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but with that fore-appointed for the Saints. The second Cord to bind men, is that, Mat. 18.18. Whatsoever ye shall bind on Earth, shall be bound in Heaven.
but with that fore-appointed for the Saints. The second Cord to bind men, is that, Mathew 18.18. Whatsoever you shall bind on Earth, shall be bound in Heaven.
And this acting of a Church, carrieth more in it then the reproof of one Godly man, though a publick Preacher) because of the Authority which the Lord hath given to his Church.
And this acting of a Church, Carrieth more in it then the reproof of one Godly man, though a public Preacher) Because of the authority which the Lord hath given to his Church.
There is in the Church, use of ordinary and common brotherly admonitions and exhortations; with this Cord the People of God bind one another to the Lord. So, Heb. 3.12. Take heed brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
There is in the Church, use of ordinary and Common brotherly admonitions and exhortations; with this Cord the People of God bind one Another to the Lord. So, Hebrew 3.12. Take heed brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
Because it is an Ordinance of the Lord to be used for the good of an offending brother. 1 Cor. 5.5. That the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.
Because it is an Ordinance of the Lord to be used for the good of an offending brother. 1 Cor. 5.5. That the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord jesus.
And we find that it was so, by Gods blessing to the incestuous Corinthian, 2 Cor. 2.6, 7. Sufficient to this man is this punishment (or censure) which was inflicted of many.
And we find that it was so, by God's blessing to the incestuous Corinthian, 2 Cor. 2.6, 7. Sufficient to this man is this punishment (or censure) which was inflicted of many.
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NONLATINALPHABET. So that contrary wise, ye ought rather to forgive him, & comfort him, lest perhaps, such a one should be swallowed up with over much sorrow.
. So that contrary wise, you ought rather to forgive him, & Comfort him, lest perhaps, such a one should be swallowed up with over much sorrow.
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And if it do not, then he is thereby bound over to everlasting burnings. Tis true in some sence they are said to be cut off from the Church; namely in a threefold respect.
And if it do not, then he is thereby bound over to everlasting burnings. This true in Some sense they Are said to be Cut off from the Church; namely in a threefold respect.
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O when a mans Conscience shall tell him, that he hath no part nor portion in this business, that his heart is not right in the sight of God, (as Peter told Simon Magus, Acts 8.21.) that he is in the Gall of bitterness and bond of iniquity:
O when a men Conscience shall tell him, that he hath no part nor portion in this business, that his heart is not right in the sighed of God, (as Peter told Simon Magus, Acts 8.21.) that he is in the Gall of bitterness and bound of iniquity:
It is storied of Julian the Apostate, That, after all his wicked behaviour against the Christians, he was strock (in a battle) thorow the left arm, into the short ribbs, with a 〈 ◊ 〉 or Javelin:
It is storied of Julian the Apostate, That, After all his wicked behaviour against the Christians, he was strock (in a battle) thorough the left arm, into the short ribs, with a 〈 ◊ 〉 or Javelin:
in pulling which out and casting it into the air with his blood, he uttered these blasphemous words (being bound with this Cord of Conscience I am now speaking of) Thou hast overcome me O Galilean. Zosimus.
in pulling which out and casting it into the air with his blood, he uttered these blasphemous words (being bound with this Cord of Conscience I am now speaking of) Thou hast overcome me Oh Galilean. Zosimus.
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And so ver. 49. of that same chap. The Angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the just• … And Mat. 25.32. And he shall separate them one from another, as a shepherd divideth the sheep from the Goats.
And so for. 49. of that same chap. The Angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the just• … And Mathew 25.32. And he shall separate them one from Another, as a shepherd divides the sheep from the Goats.
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Why yet Lord (may they say) send us to some silent Corner, where we may lie only under the paena damni, or dissolve us to nothing out of which we were taken. No;
Why yet Lord (may they say) send us to Some silent Corner, where we may lie only under the paena damn, or dissolve us to nothing out of which we were taken. No;
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Must we depart, and be accursed, and be in fire, and that eternally? Yet Lord (may they say) let us have a little good company to help wear along that which shall be without end. No;
Must we depart, and be accursed, and be in fire, and that eternally? Yet Lord (may they say) let us have a little good company to help wear along that which shall be without end. No;
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A word for application of this second particular from the word (depart.) We may learn how to judge of them that have hearts separated from Gods People and ways now;
A word for application of this second particular from the word (depart.) We may Learn how to judge of them that have hearts separated from God's People and ways now;
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and therefore, as that which is nought-worth, they shall be cast away. They themselves, and all that they possess, though never so much, are under a Curse,
and Therefore, as that which is nought-worth, they shall be cast away. They themselves, and all that they possess, though never so much, Are under a Curse,
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and shall be made to drink the water of jealousie. Riches avail not in the day of wrath, Prov. 11.4. They are curses to a wicked man, who is an accursed Cast-away.
and shall be made to drink the water of jealousy. Riches avail not in the day of wrath, Curae 11.4. They Are curses to a wicked man, who is an accursed Castaway.
It is a blessing properly to a godly man, that whatsoever he doth, it shall prosper, Psal. 1.3. Again, a graceless man makes the naked creature (without an eye to the Creator) the foundation of his happiness;
It is a blessing properly to a godly man, that whatsoever he does, it shall prosper, Psalm 1.3. Again, a graceless man makes the naked creature (without an eye to the Creator) the Foundation of his happiness;
like a foolish man that hath great store of birds in his field, and because they have pitch'd in his field, he accounts them all his, not considering that they will rise and flie away,
like a foolish man that hath great store of Birds in his field, and Because they have pitched in his field, he accounts them all his, not considering that they will rise and fly away,
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and hath formerly been, and at this present is, even mine also; the shameless impudency, and yet continued prosperity of some among you, are both so continued:
and hath formerly been, and At this present is, even mine also; the shameless impudence, and yet continued Prosperity of Some among you, Are both so continued:
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and comes now to be spoken of. Cast him into outer darkness, that is into Hellfire, everlasting fire, as it is called. Matth. 19.8, 9. Hereupon a Question may be moved, how Hell, where there is said to be fire, can be a place of darkness, seeing it is the property of fire to give light;
and comes now to be spoken of. Cast him into outer darkness, that is into Hellfire, everlasting fire, as it is called. Matthew 19.8, 9. Hereupon a Question may be moved, how Hell, where there is said to be fire, can be a place of darkness, seeing it is the property of fire to give Light;
Augustine, Jerome, Ambrose, Chrysostom, Gregory, Tertullian, Lactantius, Cyprian, &c. And that the visible fire of Hell shall after the day of judgement, punish the damned corporally and eternally, without quenching it self, or consuming them. Bilson. But I wave this.
Augustine, Jerome, Ambrose, Chrysostom, Gregory, Tertullian, Lactantius, Cyprian, etc. And that the visible fire of Hell shall After the day of judgement, Punish the damned corporally and eternally, without quenching it self, or consuming them. Bilson. But I wave this.
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In regard of the uncomfortableness of a Hellish condition, it is compared to darkness, yea to outer darkness, which is most remote from light. Calvin upon Matth. 8.12.
In regard of the uncomfortableness of a Hellish condition, it is compared to darkness, yea to outer darkness, which is most remote from Light. calvin upon Matthew 8.12.
So that if there were no other thing, but this disconsolateness, and privation of God and all good, this poena damni: wofull will be the estate of wicked men, that depart this life in the dark estate of unbelief,
So that if there were no other thing, but this disconsolateness, and privation of God and all good, this poena damn: woeful will be the estate of wicked men, that depart this life in the dark estate of unbelief,
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I would advise you (God own it for his mercies sake) to take heed (as ever you look or desire to escape this separation from light and comfort into outer darkness:) that ye take heed of all those other darknesses in this life which are the forerunners of that.
I would Advice you (God own it for his Mercies sake) to take heed (as ever you look or desire to escape this separation from Light and Comfort into outer darkness:) that you take heed of all those other Darknesses in this life which Are the forerunners of that.
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Take heed of the darkness of unbelief, He that believeth not, shall be damned. He that hath not the Son, hath not life; nor never shall; he is in darkness;
Take heed of the darkness of unbelief, He that Believeth not, shall be damned. He that hath not the Son, hath not life; nor never shall; he is in darkness;
he receiveth not the record that God gave of his Son. Take heed of the darkness of sin, of the works of darkness, of the unfruitfull works of darkness, as they are called;
he receives not the record that God gave of his Son. Take heed of the darkness of since, of the works of darkness, of the unfruitful works of darkness, as they Are called;
The torments of the Damned must needs be great in Hell, because there they shall have the full vials of Gods wrath poured out upon them. Isa. 30.33. For Tophet is ordained of old, yea for the King it is praepared, he hath made it deep add large:
The torments of the Damned must needs be great in Hell, Because there they shall have the full vials of God's wrath poured out upon them. Isaiah 30.33. For Tophet is ordained of old, yea for the King it is prepared, he hath made it deep add large:
you have those exprestions, Rom. 2 5. And likewise there in the same verse, you have this phrase of treasuring up of wrath, by hardness and impenitency of heart.
you have those exprestions, Rom. 2 5. And likewise there in the same verse, you have this phrase of treasuring up of wrath, by hardness and impenitency of heart.
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the drowning of the old World, the burning of Sodom, and the other Cities of the Plain, the killing of so many thousands at several times of his people in the wilderness (insomuch that of six hundred thousand only Joshua and Caleb were left alive to go over Jordan ) the drowning of that glorious Army of six hundred chosen chariots, and all the chariots of Egypt,
the drowning of the old World, the burning of Sodom, and the other Cities of the Plain, the killing of so many thousands At several times of his people in the Wilderness (insomuch that of six hundred thousand only joshua and Caleb were left alive to go over Jordan) the drowning of that glorious Army of six hundred chosen chariots, and all the chariots of Egypt,
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Fourthly, it must needs be, that the torment of ungodly men must be inconceivably great; because there must be a perfection or rather a finishing and consummating of all things.
Fourthly, it must needs be, that the torment of ungodly men must be inconceivably great; Because there must be a perfection or rather a finishing and consummating of all things.
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And so the ambitious man hath never honour enough, nor the covetous man wealth enough: So neither sin punishment enough untill these times of wrath, and revelation of Gods justice,
And so the ambitious man hath never honour enough, nor the covetous man wealth enough: So neither since punishment enough until these times of wrath, and Revelation of God's Justice,
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And first it shall be to inform us, and that in a checking manner (for according to the homely proverb, It is better fear a Knave then kill a Knave) I shall endeavour to fire ye out of your strong holds of sin,
And First it shall be to inform us, and that in a checking manner (for according to the homely proverb, It is better Fear a Knave then kill a Knave) I shall endeavour to fire you out of your strong holds of since,
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It would do ye no harm (O ye wicked great ones,) to read Amos 6. from the 1. ver. to the 8. There is a woe in that place pronounced to them that are at ease in Sion,
It would do you no harm (Oh you wicked great ones,) to read Amos 6. from the 1. ver. to the 8. There is a woe in that place pronounced to them that Are At ease in Sion,
and so did put farr away the evil day, and cause the seat of violence to come neer, &c. And yet all that is there threatned is but their going into Captivity, with the first, (that is speedily) and the removal of their banquet,
and so did put Far away the evil day, and cause the seat of violence to come near, etc. And yet all that is there threatened is but their going into Captivity, with the First, (that is speedily) and the removal of their banquet,
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What comparison is there between the punishment of a temporal captivity, and the torments of Hell (where most assuredly the Sparks and the Brutes of our times shall be brought)? Even no more then between painted fire, and fire indeed.
What comparison is there between the punishment of a temporal captivity, and the torments of Hell (where most assuredly the Sparks and the Brutus's of our times shall be brought)? Even no more then between painted fire, and fire indeed.
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Consider, we desire to avoid bodily griefs and pain, Headaches, Toothaches, Agues, &c. If we be wise for the lesser, shall we be fools for the greater? There is reason (one would think) that we should be wise for our souls,
Consider, we desire to avoid bodily griefs and pain, Headaches, Toothaches, Fevers, etc. If we be wise for the lesser, shall we be Fools for the greater? There is reason (one would think) that we should be wise for our Souls,
I answer, Take heed of unbelief, and disobedience. Heb. 3.12. Take heed brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
I answer, Take heed of unbelief, and disobedience. Hebrew 3.12. Take heed brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
for if they be commanded to believe that Christ died for them, and he did not (as he did not if they belong not to Gods election) then they are commanded to believe a lye.
for if they be commanded to believe that christ died for them, and he did not (as he did not if they belong not to God's election) then they Are commanded to believe a lie.
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For solution and satisfaction, most certainly, every one that believes in the Lord Jesus, and takes Christ offered in the Gospel, shall be saved by him.
For solution and satisfaction, most Certainly, every one that believes in the Lord jesus, and Takes christ offered in the Gospel, shall be saved by him.
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He that believes Christ died for him, believes no lye, but a truth. And it is a sin not to believe. And John 5.40. Christ complains of the Jews that they would not come to him that they might have life.
He that believes christ died for him, believes no lie, but a truth. And it is a since not to believe. And John 5.40. christ complains of the jews that they would not come to him that they might have life.
When he shall come to be glorified in his Saints, and to be admired in all them that believe (because our testimony was believed among you) in that day.
When he shall come to be glorified in his Saints, and to be admired in all them that believe (Because our testimony was believed among you) in that day.
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Therefore it is that they (to wit, the Cause and the Effect) are joyned together often, as Col. 1.4. Since we heard of your faith in Christ, and of the love which ye have to all the Saints.
Therefore it is that they (to wit, the Cause and the Effect) Are joined together often, as Col. 1.4. Since we herd of your faith in christ, and of the love which you have to all the Saints.
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if you can say with David, Psal. 26. that ye have not sate with vain persons, &c. If ye account religious persons (as Christ did) as your Brethren, and Sisters, and Mothers;
if you can say with David, Psalm 26. that you have not sat with vain Persons, etc. If you account religious Persons (as christ did) as your Brothers, and Sisters, and Mother's;
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Yea but I say, thou are bound to give an account to me, and to every man that asketh a reason of the hope that is in thee, and that with meekness and reverence or fear. 1 Pet. 3.15.
Yea but I say, thou Are bound to give an account to me, and to every man that asks a reason of the hope that is in thee, and that with meekness and Reverence or Fear. 1 Pet. 3.15.
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Never went a soul to hell that feared the want of faith, and breathed after it. Mat. 5.3. and 6. The poor in spirit, and the hungerers and thirsters, &c. are pronounced blessed.
Never went a soul to hell that feared the want of faith, and breathed After it. Mathew 5.3. and 6. The poor in Spirit, and the hungerers and thirsters, etc. Are pronounced blessed.
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yet he was none of Gods chosen ones, he was not of the number of Gods elect (as neither are many others (though called outwardly (as he was) to the profession of religion) because, many are called, but few are chosen.
yet he was none of God's chosen ones, he was not of the number of God's elect (as neither Are many Others (though called outwardly (as he was) to the profession of Religion) Because, many Are called, but few Are chosen.
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Now we know that the spirit of God is wont to attribute that to men, which himself works in them, who is therefore said to pour clear water, Ezek. •6. 25.
Now we know that the Spirit of God is wont to attribute that to men, which himself works in them, who is Therefore said to pour clear water, Ezekiel •6. 25.
So that (I say) if God that bids you come to Christs wedding, do not give you a wedding garment, it is a sign you are not one of his elect or chosen ones;
So that (I say) if God that bids you come to Christ wedding, do not give you a wedding garment, it is a Signen you Are not one of his elect or chosen ones;
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We are by called ones here to understand, not such as are effectually called, (as in sundry places the word is taken; among others, 1 Cor. 1.24. where the Gospel is said to be the power of God unto called ones;) but here by being called, is meant only a partaking of an outward call;
We Are by called ones Here to understand, not such as Are effectually called, (as in sundry places the word is taken; among Others, 1 Cor. 1.24. where the Gospel is said to be the power of God unto called ones;) but Here by being called, is meant only a partaking of an outward call;
either according to Law (I mean mans Law,) or according to custom, or the practice of our forefathers; (of which called ones, the greatest part, are but a rude heap of baptized Pagans and Infidels) or else, such as are Temporaries and Hypocriets, that have some common works of the Spirit;
either according to Law (I mean men Law,) or according to custom, or the practice of our Forefathers; (of which called ones, the greatest part, Are but a rude heap of baptised Pagans and Infidels) or Else, such as Are Temporaries and Hypocriets, that have Some Common works of the Spirit;
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The Next word to be expounded is the word (chosen, few are chosen) Whither we understand hereby choice ones, approved ones (as some expound the word) or else Gods election in Christ before all time, of some to be vessels of grace (which yet in my poor opinion, may rather be called a purpose of election,
The Next word to be expounded is the word (chosen, few Are chosen) Whither we understand hereby choice ones, approved ones (as Some expound the word) or Else God's election in christ before all time, of Some to be vessels of grace (which yet in my poor opinion, may rather be called a purpose of election,
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Tis plain the meaning of the Holy Ghost, is, That among the Multitudes of People that are by general profession Christians, there are but few choice plants, chosen of God and pretious, which indeed none are but such as God hath predestinated unto the adoption of children, by Jesus Christ unto himself, according to the good pleasure of his will. Eph. 1.5.
This plain the meaning of the Holy Ghost, is, That among the Multitudes of People that Are by general profession Christians, there Are but few choice plants, chosen of God and precious, which indeed none Are but such as God hath predestinated unto the adoption of children, by jesus christ unto himself, according to the good pleasure of his will. Ephesians 1.5.
That those that are not so ordained of old, and so sanctified by the Holy Ghost (as hath been said) shall perish at last, notwithstanding their outward call, and profession of religion.
That those that Are not so ordained of old, and so sanctified by the Holy Ghost (as hath been said) shall perish At last, notwithstanding their outward call, and profession of Religion.
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The Jews from the time of Abraham unto the dissolution of their state. Then for the Gentiles you have Mat. 28.19. Mark 16.15. Rom. 10.18. All Nations must be taught.
The jews from the time of Abraham unto the dissolution of their state. Then for the Gentiles you have Mathew 28.19. Mark 16.15. Rom. 10.18. All nations must be taught.
The general coming of people to the Ordinances is compared to the calling of Swine & pigs to the mingle mangle, Come pyr, come pyr to the mingle mangle.
The general coming of people to the Ordinances is compared to the calling of Swine & pigs to the mingle mangle, Come pyr, come pyr to the mingle mangle.
how else shall they be converted? It must be made known to all Nations for the obedience of faith. Rom. 16.26. The preaching of the Gospel must not be too much restrained.
how Else shall they be converted? It must be made known to all nations for the Obedience of faith. Rom. 16.26. The preaching of the Gospel must not be too much restrained.
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yet there must be fire, and a hammer, to break the rock in pieces. But it may be objected, The Gospel is a hidden treasure. Mat. 13.44. And a mystery, and hidden wisdom. 1 Cor. 2.7. I answer, Not in regard of the outward means;
yet there must be fire, and a hammer, to break the rock in Pieces. But it may be objected, The Gospel is a hidden treasure. Mathew 13.44. And a mystery, and hidden Wisdom. 1 Cor. 2.7. I answer, Not in regard of the outward means;
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for it is openly to be revealed, as before was noted our of Rom. 16.25.26. but because of the blindness of mans understanding, because the natural man cannot discern it. 1 Cor. 2.14.
for it is openly to be revealed, as before was noted our of Rom. 16.25.26. but Because of the blindness of men understanding, Because the natural man cannot discern it. 1 Cor. 2.14.
do as the Disciples did, when their Master told them one of them should betray him, they began to enquire, Master, is it I? Master is it I? O if any of you should fall under that sentence, Go ye cursed; good had it been for you,
do as the Disciples did, when their Master told them one of them should betray him, they began to inquire, Master, is it I? Master is it I? O if any of you should fallen under that sentence, Go you cursed; good had it been for you,
Nay of four sorts of ground there is but one good, as ye may see in the forementioned place of Matthew. We read in Scripture, of Ananias and Saphira his wife, of Simon Magus, of Demas, of Hymeneus and Alexander (perhaps the same Alexander mentioned afterward to be the Coppersmith, who did Paul much wrong. 2 Tim 4.14.) all professors, but stark naught.
Nay of four sorts of ground there is but one good, as you may see in the forementioned place of Matthew. We read in Scripture, of Ananias and Sapphira his wife, of Simon Magus, of Demas, of Hymenaeus and Alexander (perhaps the same Alexander mentioned afterwards to be the Coppersmith, who did Paul much wrong. 2 Tim 4.14.) all professors, but stark nought.
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Nay even in the small company of prophets, in the Jewish Church, see what the most were, to wit, blind watchmen, dumb doggs, greedy doggs, drunken swine, Isai. 56.10.11.
Nay even in the small company of Prophets, in the Jewish Church, see what the most were, to wit, blind watchmen, dumb Dogs, greedy Dogs, drunken Swine, Isaiah 56.10.11.
And what a generation of Vipers were there among the Jews? Mat. 3.7. And Mat. 23.33. Ye serpents (saith Christ) ye generation of Vipers, how can ye escape the damnation of Hell? And also Acts 7.51. Stiffnecked ones (as Steven called them,) uncircumcised in heart and ears, such as did alwayes resist the Holy Ghost.
And what a generation of Vipers were there among the jews? Mathew 3.7. And Mathew 23.33. You Serpents (Says christ) you generation of Vipers, how can you escape the damnation of Hell? And also Acts 7.51. Stiffnecked ones (as Steven called them,) uncircumcised in heart and ears, such as did always resist the Holy Ghost.
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And so in Moses his time, Korah, Dathan and Abiram, men of renown, and famous in the congregation. Numb. 16.1.2. A Zidkijah against Michajah, 1 Kings 32.24. Azariah the Son of Hoshajah, and Johanan the Son of Kareah, and a knot of other proud men more, that give the Lords prophet (as it were) the lye.
And so in Moses his time, Korah, Dathan and Abiram, men of renown, and famous in the congregation. Numb. 16.1.2. A Zidkijah against Michaiah, 1 Kings 32.24. Azariah the Son of Hoshajah, and Johanan the Son of Kareah, and a knot of other proud men more, that give the lords Prophet (as it were) the lie.
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Vocation followeth praedestination (I speak now of effectual vocation.) Rom 8.30. The knowledge of election, (indeed) is discovered upon the receiving of the Gospel,
Vocation follows Predestination (I speak now of effectual vocation.) Rom 8.30. The knowledge of election, (indeed) is discovered upon the receiving of the Gospel,
We have a willfull sort of free-wil men risen up, Grace-destroying men, Christ-headers, that separate him from his body, (the Church) the members whereof (even every one) were written in Gods book from everlasting.
We have a wilful sort of freewill men risen up, Grace-destroying men, Christ-headers, that separate him from his body, (the Church) the members whereof (even every one) were written in God's book from everlasting.
and to buy for their babies twelve penniworth of water to sprinkle their faces (or sometimes it will cost a couple of shillings when these tails of men,
and to buy for their babies twelve pennyworth of water to sprinkle their faces (or sometime it will cost a couple of shillings when these tails of men,
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even every week almost, by these Empyricks, and vagrant Mountebancks, who are not afraid, nowithstanding God hath pluckt so many of them out by the ears in our dayes.
even every Week almost, by these Empirics, and vagrant Mountebanks, who Are not afraid, notwithstanding God hath plucked so many of them out by the ears in our days.
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There are lastly, A great heap of highflown Apostates, back-sliders from grace, that shew they were never chosen of God and pretious, by their turning with the dog to their vomit,
There Are lastly, A great heap of highflown Apostates, backsliders from grace, that show they were never chosen of God and precious, by their turning with the dog to their vomit,
when God pours out great measures of his Spirit, he hath his store of delusions to deceive if it were possible the very elect No marvell then so many flie off;
when God pours out great measures of his Spirit, he hath his store of delusions to deceive if it were possible the very elect No marvel then so many fly off;
In the third place, it concerns every one to try and examine himself, whether besides an outward profession and generall calling, there be any evidence of Election by an effectuall Vocation.
In the third place, it concerns every one to try and examine himself, whither beside an outward profession and general calling, there be any evidence of Election by an effectual Vocation.
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when People become followers of the Lord (though much affliction follow:) and do receive the word with joy of the holy Ghost; this is excellent doings;
when People become followers of the Lord (though much affliction follow:) and do receive the word with joy of the holy Ghost; this is excellent doings;
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Psal. 26. I have not sate with vain persons, &c. Psal. 139, Lord (saith David ) do not I hate them that hate thee? And am I not grieved with them that rise up against thee? Yea, I hate them as though they were mine own enemies.
Psalm 26. I have not sat with vain Persons, etc. Psalm 139, Lord (Says David) do not I hate them that hate thee? And am I not grieved with them that rise up against thee? Yea, I hate them as though they were mine own enemies.
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it is the third and last, to wit, That they which are not partakers of an effectual Vocation from Election, must perish notwithstanding their outward calling to the profession of the Gospel.
it is the third and last, to wit, That they which Are not partakers of an effectual Vocation from Election, must perish notwithstanding their outward calling to the profession of the Gospel.
And the Reason is, because salvation depends upon Gods election, as may be seen, Rom 8.30. Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called, &c. Rom 9 11.12.
And the Reason is, Because salvation depends upon God's election, as may be seen, Rom 8.30. Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called, etc. Rom 9 11.12.
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but of him that calleth, it was said (to Rebekah) the elder shall serve the younger. Rom. 11.7. What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeks for:
but of him that calls, it was said (to Rebekah) the elder shall serve the younger. Rom. 11.7. What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeks for:
Consider whom dost thou love? whom wouldst thou preserve if it were in thy power? O consider this ye that hate Gods people, that exclude thē what you can (sometimes shamefully,
Consider whom dost thou love? whom Wouldst thou preserve if it were in thy power? O Consider this you that hate God's people, that exclude them what you can (sometime shamefully,
