Renewal of covenant the great duty incumbent on decaying or distressed churches a sermon concerning renewing of covenant with God in Christ : preached at Dorchester in New-England the 21 day of the 1 moneth 1677, being a day of humiliation there on that occasion / by Increase Mather ...
THis Book of Nehemiah is Historical, amongst other things we have an account of what was done by the Jews (in those dayes the only Church of God upon earth) after they were delivered from the Heathen Nations, who had sorely wasted and destroyed them, in order to a Reformation of those evills that had provoked the Lord against them.
THis Book of Nehemiah is Historical, among other things we have an account of what was done by the jews (in those days the only Church of God upon earth) After they were Delivered from the Heathen nations, who had sorely wasted and destroyed them, in order to a Reformation of those evils that had provoked the Lord against them.
the time when this day was observed is expressed in the first Verse of this Chapter, Now in the twenty and fourth day of the moneth, the Children of Israel were assembled with Fasting and with Sack-clothes, and the manner how the day was observed,
the time when this day was observed is expressed in the First Verse of this Chapter, Now in the twenty and fourth day of the Monn, the Children of Israel were assembled with Fasting and with Sackclothes, and the manner how the day was observed,
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In their Confessions they doe, 1. Acknowledge the Lords great goodness to them and to their Fathers, in that he called Abraham and established a Covenant with him and his seed after him in their Generations,
In their Confessions they do, 1. Acknowledge the lords great Goodness to them and to their Father's, in that he called Abraham and established a Covenant with him and his seed After him in their Generations,
The greatest part of this Chapter is taken up in acknowledgments of this nature. 2. They confess their own ingratitude and unworthy walkings before the Lord, v. 34. 35. 3. They confess that they were under solemn Rebukes of Providence, v. 36, 37. 4. They likewise confess that God was just in all that evill that was come upon them, v. 33. Howbeit thou art just in all that is brought upon us;
The greatest part of this Chapter is taken up in acknowledgments of this nature. 2. They confess their own ingratitude and unworthy walkings before the Lord, v. 34. 35. 3. They confess that they were under solemn Rebukes of Providence, v. 36, 37. 4. They likewise confess that God was just in all that evil that was come upon them, v. 33. Howbeit thou art just in all that is brought upon us;
2. We have the Relation of another thing done in order to Reformation, viz. a solemn Renewal of their Covenant, which was a consequent of their Confessions and Humiliations before the Lord.
2. We have the Relation of Another thing done in order to Reformation, viz. a solemn Renewal of their Covenant, which was a consequent of their Confessions and Humiliations before the Lord.
And of this we have an account in the next, as also in the last verse of this Chapter, with which some begin the Chapter following, these words having a connection with the things related therein.
And of this we have an account in the next, as also in the last verse of this Chapter, with which Some begin the Chapter following, these words having a connection with the things related therein.
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The word originally cometh from a root that signifieth to cut or kill, because it was the manner of old in confirming Covenants, to kill some creature or other;
The word originally comes from a root that signifies to Cut or kill, Because it was the manner of old in confirming Covenants, to kill Some creature or other;
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A sure Covenant ] the Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET which is here used signifieth Fidelity. It is as much as if it were said, we pligh• our Troth unto the Lord.
A sure Covenant ] the Hebrew word which is Here used signifies Fidis. It is as much as if it were said, we pligh• our Troth unto the Lord.
and walk more closely with God for the time to come, then we have done in the dayes that are past & gone. 2. We have the Form or manner of proceeding in this Ingagement, it was done by writing.
and walk more closely with God for the time to come, then we have done in the days that Are past & gone. 2. We have the From or manner of proceeding in this Engagement, it was done by writing.
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Now for the clearing of this Doctrine, there are four things that may be briefly enquired into. 1. What is implyed in making a Covenant with God. 2. How it doth appear that renewal of Covenant is a du•y. 3. When the Lords people ought to renew their Covenant. 4. The Reasons why they should do so.
Now for the clearing of this Doctrine, there Are four things that may be briefly inquired into. 1. What is employed in making a Covenant with God. 2. How it does appear that renewal of Covenant is a du•y. 3. When the lords people ought to renew their Covenant. 4. The Reasons why they should do so.
As the Sum of the Covenant on the Lords part is expressed by that of his being the God of his people, Jer. 31. 33. I will be their God and they shall be my people.
As the Sum of the Covenant on the lords part is expressed by that of his being the God of his people, Jer. 31. 33. I will be their God and they shall be my people.
And this is done inwardly when the heart is given up to God, when their is an entire resignation of a mans soul and self unto God in Jesus Christ. 2. Cor. 8. 5. They gave their own selves to the Lord.
And this is done inwardly when the heart is given up to God, when their is an entire resignation of a men soul and self unto God in jesus christ. 2. Cor. 8. 5. They gave their own selves to the Lord.
Hence, when the Lords people did solemnly renew their Covenant in Joshuahs time, he said to them, you are witnesses that you have chosen the Lord to serve him.
Hence, when the lords people did solemnly renew their Covenant in Joshuahs time, he said to them, you Are Witnesses that you have chosen the Lord to serve him.
Also, Covenanting with God in the dayes of the New-Testament is noted by expressions importing the same thing, Isai. 44. 5. (a Scripture that doth relate to Gospel times) one shall say I am the Lords,
Also, Covenanting with God in the days of the New testament is noted by expressions importing the same thing, Isaiah 44. 5. (a Scripture that does relate to Gospel times) one shall say I am the lords,
as a Souldier that cometh, and with his own hand lists himself under such a Commander, openly declaring that he will live and dye in the service of such a General.
as a Soldier that comes, and with his own hand lists himself under such a Commander, openly declaring that he will live and die in the service of such a General.
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Hence also Christians by reason of their Covenant are said to have the Name of God written in their foreheads. Rev. 14. 1. It was an antient Custome, that souldiers had their Generals Name or brand marked on their hands,
Hence also Christians by reason of their Covenant Are said to have the Name of God written in their foreheads. Rev. 14. 1. It was an ancient Custom, that Soldiers had their Generals Name or brand marked on their hands,
and the Name of Christ on their foreheads, h. e. they are such as do openly in the sight of heaven & earth profess that they are his Servants and Subjects. Therefore,
and the Name of christ on their foreheads, h. e. they Are such as doe openly in the sighed of heaven & earth profess that they Are his Servants and Subject's. Therefore,
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This we see in the Context, when this people renewed their Covenant, they promised saying, we will observe & doe all the Commandments of the Lord our Lord.
This we see in the Context, when this people renewed their Covenant, they promised saying, we will observe & do all the commandments of the Lord our Lord.
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Neh 10. 29. And we read of the Corinthians that after they became a Covenant People, they did professedly subject themselves to the Gospel. 2 Cor 9. 13. your professed subjection to the Gospel of Christ They subjected themselves to the Doctrine of the Gospel, to the order of the Gospel & to all the holy rulers of the Gospel One Duty much commended and required in the Gospel is Charity and Benificence towards needy Saints,
Neh 10. 29. And we read of the Corinthians that After they became a Covenant People, they did professedly Subject themselves to the Gospel. 2 Cor 9. 13. your professed subjection to the Gospel of christ They subjected themselves to the Doctrine of the Gospel, to the order of the Gospel & to all the holy Rulers of the Gospel One Duty much commended and required in the Gospel is Charity and Beneficence towards needy Saints,
& the Corinthians by reason of their Covenant were professedly ingaged to that Duty, and by their practice they owned before all the world their Profession and ingagement in that respect.
& the Corinthians by reason of their Covenant were professedly engaged to that Duty, and by their practice they owned before all the world their Profession and engagement in that respect.
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They then that have covenanted to be the Lords Servants, are under ingagement, (that whatever they have been in former times) they will be Lovers of the world no longer.
They then that have covenanted to be the lords Servants, Are under engagement, (that whatever they have been in former times) they will be Lovers of the world no longer.
Josh. 24. 19. And Christians in the primitive times, when they did enter into Covenant with God, they did expresly declare their renunciation of Sin, Satan and the World.
Josh. 24. 19. And Christians in the primitive times, when they did enter into Covenant with God, they did expressly declare their renunciation of since, Satan and the World.
In a word, such Doctrines as are inconsistent with Truth in Religion, and such practices as cannot stand with Power of Godliness, a people that renew their Covenant are bound to renounce them.
In a word, such Doctrines as Are inconsistent with Truth in Religion, and such practices as cannot stand with Power of Godliness, a people that renew their Covenant Are bound to renounce them.
A. We shall mention three Arguments, all of them evincing the Truth of the Doctrine before us. 1. It is evident that renewal of Covenant is a Duty, in that men ought frequently to worship God.
A. We shall mention three Arguments, all of them evincing the Truth of the Doctrine before us. 1. It is evident that renewal of Covenant is a Duty, in that men ought frequently to worship God.
No man doth at any time worship Jehovah, but he doth therein and thereby avouch the Lord to be his God, inasmuch as that which we worship we own to be God, and one God also.
No man does At any time worship Jehovah, but he does therein and thereby avouch the Lord to be his God, inasmuch as that which we worship we own to be God, and one God also.
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And hence is that expression, Psal. 50. 5. My Saints that have made a Covenant with me by Sacrifice, because as often as the Lords people did offer Sacrifice to the Lord, they did by that act of Religious Worship, renew and confirm their Covenant with him.
And hence is that expression, Psalm 50. 5. My Saints that have made a Covenant with me by Sacrifice, Because as often as the lords people did offer Sacrifice to the Lord, they did by that act of Religious Worship, renew and confirm their Covenant with him.
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Under the old Testament the Covenant was sealed by circumcision and the Passover: and we know that Baptisme and the Lords Supper are the Seals of the New-Testament;
Under the old Testament the Covenant was sealed by circumcision and the Passover: and we know that Baptism and the lords Supper Are the Seals of the New testament;
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and this they called the Sacrament. They would say one to another, have you taken the Sacrament? meaning, have you yet taken the Oath of Allegiance to your General, that you will be faithfull unto him to the Death? So they that are subjects of either of the Sacraments appointed under the New-Testament, are under an Oath of Fidelity unto Christ.
and this they called the Sacrament. They would say one to Another, have you taken the Sacrament? meaning, have you yet taken the Oath of Allegiance to your General, that you will be faithful unto him to the Death? So they that Are subject's of either of the Sacraments appointed under the New testament, Are under an Oath of Fidis unto christ.
Hence they are said to be baptised (NONLATINALPHABET in Nomen) Into the Name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Ghost Math. 28. 19. Because the Baptised person is bound to approve himself as becometh a Servant of that God who is Father, Son and Spirit,
Hence they Are said to be baptised (in Nome) Into the Name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Ghost Math. 28. 19. Because the Baptised person is bound to approve himself as Becometh a Servant of that God who is Father, Son and Spirit,
and Baptisme is said to be into the Name of the Lord Jesus, Act. 19. 5. inasmuch as the party baptised is under solemn ingagement to submit to the Name and Authority of the Lord Jesus in all things.
and Baptism is said to be into the Name of the Lord jesus, Act. 19. 5. inasmuch as the party baptised is under solemn engagement to submit to the Name and authority of the Lord jesus in all things.
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but confirmed with the Parent, Yea he by bringing his child to Baptisme, doth renew his taking hold of that Covenant, wherein the Lord hath said, I will be a God to thee and to thy Seed.
but confirmed with the Parent, Yea he by bringing his child to Baptism, does renew his taking hold of that Covenant, wherein the Lord hath said, I will be a God to thee and to thy Seed.
Christ therefore when he did institute that Ordinance of the Supper, said, this Cup is the New-Testament in my blood which is shed for you, Luk. 22. 20. h. e. the wine in the cup doth signifie the Blood of Christ, whereby the Lord doth confirm the new Covenant with the Believer,
christ Therefore when he did institute that Ordinance of the Supper, said, this Cup is the New testament in my blood which is shed for you, Luk. 22. 20. h. e. the wine in the cup does signify the Blood of christ, whereby the Lord does confirm the new Covenant with the Believer,
Now this Ordinance of the Supper ought frequently to be attended. 1. Cor. 11. 26. As often as ye eat this Bread and drink this Cup. So that it is an Ordinance which Christians ought often to worship the Lord in.
Now this Ordinance of the Supper ought frequently to be attended. 1. Cor. 11. 26. As often as you eat this Bred and drink this Cup. So that it is an Ordinance which Christians ought often to worship the Lord in.
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Now there are renewed Conversions which the Lords own children may stand in need of, especially in case of any great iniquity committed against the Lord, or special Corruption breaking forth.
Now there Are renewed Conversions which the lords own children may stand in need of, especially in case of any great iniquity committed against the Lord, or special Corruption breaking forth.
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Hence David after his lamentable Fall, in that matter about Uriah the Hittite, prayed as in Psal. 51. 10. Create in me a clean heart O God and RENEW a right spirit within me.
Hence David After his lamentable Fallen, in that matter about Uriah the Hittite, prayed as in Psalm 51. 10. Create in me a clean heart Oh God and RENEW a right Spirit within me.
Luk. 22. 32. Yea it was said to all the Disciples of Christ, except you be converted, Mat. 18. 3. intimating that there was a necessity of their being converted anew from a particular Corrup•ion, which was at that time too prevalent in them.
Luk. 22. 32. Yea it was said to all the Disciples of christ, except you be converted, Mathew 18. 3. intimating that there was a necessity of their being converted anew from a particular Corrup•ion, which was At that time too prevalent in them.
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1. In case of eminent danger and distress, So here this Church and Congregation of the Israelites having said we are in great distress, it is added, and because of all this, we make a sure Covenant.
1. In case of eminent danger and distress, So Here this Church and Congregation of the Israelites having said we Are in great distress, it is added, and Because of all this, we make a sure Covenant.
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Gen. 28. 20, 21. And Jepthah, when he was greatly distressed by reason of the Heathen who made an unjust Warr upon him, that put him upon solemn vowing to the Lord,
Gen. 28. 20, 21. And Jephthah, when he was greatly distressed by reason of the Heathen who made an unjust War upon him, that put him upon solemn vowing to the Lord,
while yet in the Wilderness, when some of the Heathen that lived in the southern parts, fought against them and took some of them Prisoners, they vowed a Vow to the Lord, Numb. 21. 1, 2. Yet more,
while yet in the Wilderness, when Some of the Heathen that lived in the southern parts, fought against them and took Some of them Prisoners, they vowed a Voelli to the Lord, Numb. 21. 1, 2. Yet more,
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when the first Generation of those that came out of Egypt were dead, and another Generation risen up, who were called of God to ingage in Warr against the Heathen Nations round about, Moses put them upon renewing their Covenant, Deut. 29. 1. These are the words of the Covenant, which the Lord commanded Moses to make with the children of Israel in the Land of Moab, beside the Covenant which he made with them in Horeb. Which sheweth that that only was a renew only a renewal of the Covenant.
when the First Generation of those that Come out of Egypt were dead, and Another Generation risen up, who were called of God to engage in War against the Heathen nations round about, Moses put them upon renewing their Covenant, Deuteronomy 29. 1. These Are the words of the Covenant, which the Lord commanded Moses to make with the children of Israel in the Land of Moab, beside the Covenant which he made with them in Horeb. Which shows that that only was a renew only a renewal of the Covenant.
especially if there be any notable defection and degeneracy among a professing people, their great duty is to make haste to recover themselves by a solemn and sincere renewal of their Covenant with God in Jesus Christ.
especially if there be any notable defection and degeneracy among a professing people, their great duty is to make haste to recover themselves by a solemn and sincere renewal of their Covenant with God in jesus christ.
Chron. 29. 8. and 34. 31. Or if there be corruption in manners, though there should be a purity as to external Worship, this renewing of Covenant with God is then also a duty.
Chronicles 29. 8. and 34. 31. Or if there be corruption in manners, though there should be a purity as to external Worship, this renewing of Covenant with God is then also a duty.
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For the J•ws were not Idolaters after the Captivity, therefore the Pharisees could say, we are not born of Fornication, meaning, they were not Idolaters;
For the J•ws were not Idolaters After the Captivity, Therefore the Pharisees could say, we Are not born of Fornication, meaning, they were not Idolaters;
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So Neh. 10. And again in the 5th. Chap. v 12, 13. Also in Chap. 13. v. 25. And in Ezra 10. There were scandalous evills amongst them in respect of transgressions against the 2d. Table,
So Neh 10. And again in the 5th. Chap. v 12, 13. Also in Chap. 13. v. 25. And in Ezra 10. There were scandalous evils among them in respect of transgressions against the 2d. Table,
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Now these things are written for our instruction, upon whom the ends of the World are come, 1 Cor. •0. 11. As the judgments which befell the Jews of old were recorded for our Admonition,
Now these things Are written for our instruction, upon whom the ends of the World Are come, 1 Cor. •0. 11. As the Judgments which befell the jews of old were recorded for our Admonition,
Moreover this renewal of Covenant with God through Jesus Christ is the great Scripture expedient, in order to the accomplishing of Reformation among a professing people.
Moreover this renewal of Covenant with God through jesus christ is the great Scripture expedient, in order to the accomplishing of Reformation among a professing people.
Josh. 23. 8. Why then did he put them upon renewing their Covenant? Even that so they might be ingaged against sin and Apostacy from God for the future.
Josh. 23. 8. Why then did he put them upon renewing their Covenant? Even that so they might be engaged against since and Apostasy from God for the future.
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and set them a Statute and an Ordinance in Shechem, that is to say, he did ratifie it as a standing perpetual Ordinance to them and to their posterity;
and Set them a Statute and an Ordinance in Shechem, that is to say, he did ratify it as a standing perpetual Ordinance to them and to their posterity;
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As for those that are sincere, and truly Conscientious, such a renewal of Covenant as I am speaking of, will ingage them to a more close walking with God.
As for those that Are sincere, and truly Conscientious, such a renewal of Covenant as I am speaking of, will engage them to a more close walking with God.
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so as to prevent the Commission of many a Sin. They that have any Conscience in them, will be afraid to sin when under such solemn ingagements to the contrary.
so as to prevent the Commission of many a Sin. They that have any Conscience in them, will be afraid to sin when under such solemn engagements to the contrary.
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Now to neglect divine Institutions, such as Baptisme and the Lords Supper, and Church fellowship in order thereunto, is to be guilty of breaking that Commandment;
Now to neglect divine Institutions, such as Baptism and the lords Supper, and Church fellowship in order thereunto, is to be guilty of breaking that Commandment;
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and God doth many times punish the neglect of his own Institutions, with as great severity as he doth plague for the practice of humane inventions in the things of God.
and God does many times Punish the neglect of his own Institutions, with as great severity as he does plague for the practice of humane Inventions in the things of God.
It may well be thought that this is one special transgression, which hath provoked the blessed God to let loose the Heathen against those that doe profess his Name in this Land. It is a very sad thing that there should be found in the midst of thee O New-England, whole Plantations of men that will call themselves Christians,
It may well be Thought that this is one special Transgression, which hath provoked the blessed God to let lose the Heathen against those that do profess his Name in this Land. It is a very sad thing that there should be found in the midst of thee Oh New england, Whole Plantations of men that will call themselves Christians,
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Yea amongst our selves many that content themselves to live in a careless neglect of that Ordinance, not being conscientious in endeavours to prepare themselves for,
Yea among our selves many that content themselves to live in a careless neglect of that Ordinance, not being conscientious in endeavours to prepare themselves for,
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Though such is the exceeding riches of the grace of God, as that he offereth himself as God to every soul where the Gospel is preached, the grace of God which bringeth Salvation hath appeared to all men;
Though such is the exceeding riches of the grace of God, as that he Offereth himself as God to every soul where the Gospel is preached, the grace of God which brings Salvation hath appeared to all men;
Therefore the Lord Jesus hath said, the Children of the Kingdom shall be cast out into utter darkness, Math. 8. 12. They that are of the visible Church,
Therefore the Lord jesus hath said, the Children of the Kingdom shall be cast out into utter darkness, Math. 8. 12. They that Are of the visible Church,
and so under the bond of the Covenant, and yet in a state of Hypocrisie, so living, so dying, darkness and utter darkness will be their portion for ever.
and so under the bound of the Covenant, and yet in a state of Hypocrisy, so living, so dying, darkness and utter darkness will be their portion for ever.
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2. This reproveth those also that are backward to renew their Covenant with the Lord. There hath been too great a backwardness unto that in these Churches generally.
2. This Reproveth those also that Are backward to renew their Covenant with the Lord. There hath been too great a backwardness unto that in these Churches generally.
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It is a work that should have been done before now, and then it may be, much of that doleful Judgment and misery which hath filled the Land, would have been prevented:
It is a work that should have been done before now, and then it may be, much of that doleful Judgement and misery which hath filled the Land, would have been prevented:
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When the Children of Jerusalem will not come under the wing of the Government of the Lord Jesus, it is not wont to be long before their house is left unto them desolate.
When the Children of Jerusalem will not come under the wing of the Government of the Lord jesus, it is not wont to be long before their house is left unto them desolate.
And this is set as an eternal Brand upon that profane Covenant dispiser, that he said, and what profit shall this Birthright doe unto me? and thus Esau despised his Birthright.
And this is Set as an Eternal Brand upon that profane Covenant dispiser, that he said, and what profit shall this Birthright do unto me? and thus Esau despised his Birthright.
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Moreover, how many are there, that were born under the covenant, and as they grow up to years of discretion, doe not endeavour to prepare themselves to take hold on the Lords Covenant,
Moreover, how many Are there, that were born under the Covenant, and as they grow up to Years of discretion, do not endeavour to prepare themselves to take hold on the lords Covenant,
Some of them are grosly ignorant, others of them are of a scandalous conversation, Drunkards, Swearers, Sabbath-breakers, disobedient to Parents, Lascivious, Theeves, Lyars.
some of them Are grossly ignorant, Others of them Are of a scandalous Conversation, Drunkards, Swearers, Sabbath breakers, disobedient to Parents, Lascivious, Thieves, Liars.
or that thou shouldst take my Covenant in thy mouth? Psal. 50. 16. 3. They also fall under sad Reproof from this Doctrine who are g•ilty of Covenant breaking.
or that thou Shouldst take my Covenant in thy Mouth? Psalm 50. 16. 3. They also fallen under sad Reproof from this Doctrine who Are g•ilty of Covenant breaking.
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And Oh! how many, that have cause to cry Guilty, Guilty before the Lord in this respect? without doubt, this is the cause of that bloudy Devastation that of late hath been in the midst of this Land. The people of New-England are (if any under heaven are so) a Covenant-People, But how have they transgressed the everlasting Covenant? And therefore hath the Lord been whetting his glittering Sword,
And Oh! how many, that have cause to cry Guilty, Guilty before the Lord in this respect? without doubt, this is the cause of that bloody Devastation that of late hath been in the midst of this Land. The people of New england Are (if any under heaven Are so) a Covenant people, But how have they transgressed the everlasting Covenant? And Therefore hath the Lord been whetting his glittering Sword,
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Lev. 26. 25. Are not thousands of the Children of the Church guilty of breaking the Covenant, in that they remember not their Baptismal Vow? They labour not to make themselves a new heart;
Lev. 26. 25. are not thousands of the Children of the Church guilty of breaking the Covenant, in that they Remember not their Baptismal Voelli? They labour not to make themselves a new heart;
And as for those that have been ever baptized into the Name of Christ, and yet shall walk loosly and profanely, God will judge them as Covenant breakers;
And as for those that have been ever baptised into the Name of christ, and yet shall walk loosely and profanely, God will judge them as Covenant breakers;
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and those that are under the dreadfull and amazing guilt of Sacramental Perjury; Yea, & their Baptisme shall be brought in as a Witness against them at the last Day.
and those that Are under the dreadful and amazing guilt of Sacramental Perjury; Yea, & their Baptism shall be brought in as a Witness against them At the last Day.
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Certainly, we have many Church-Members, that have c•use to judge themselves, and lament before the Lord this day, in respect of their manifold breaches of Covenant.
Certainly, we have many Church-Members, that have c•use to judge themselves, and lament before the Lord this day, in respect of their manifold Breaches of Covenant.
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O when Professors of Religion shall be of a vain Conversation, that one can see little difference in their spirits, in their Speeches, in their garb between them,
Oh when Professors of Religion shall be of a vain Conversation, that one can see little difference in their spirits, in their Speeches, in their garb between them,
Yet is it not even thus? May we not say as sometime the Lord by his Prophet spake, Mic. 2. 7. O you that are named by the house of Jacob, is the Spirit of the Lord straightned? are these his doings? Is it come to that (saith the Lord) that my Spirit must not be at liberty to direct the Prophets to say any thing,
Yet is it not even thus? May we not say as sometime the Lord by his Prophet spoke, Mic. 2. 7. Oh you that Are nam by the house of Jacob, is the Spirit of the Lord straightened? Are these his doings? Is it come to that (Says the Lord) that my Spirit must not be At liberty to Direct the prophets to say any thing,
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but what you would have? Are such Expressions and such Actions of yours, sit doings for those that are named the house of Jacob? There is scandalous Covetousness, there is oppression, there is unworthy reproaching of the Lords faithfull Messengers found amongst you;
but what you would have? are such Expressions and such Actions of yours, fit doings for those that Are nam the house of Jacob? There is scandalous Covetousness, there is oppression, there is unworthy reproaching of the lords faithful Messengers found among you;
Is such a spirit suitable to a Church-Member? Are such words and such practices becomeing a Professor of the Gospel? When men come into the Church they promise to walk with God,
Is such a Spirit suitable to a Church-Member? are such words and such practices becoming a Professor of the Gospel? When men come into the Church they promise to walk with God,
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yet is there not many an one that hath walked no more closely with God since he came into the Church then he did before? they that are Fellow-Members in the same Church, are bound by their Covenant to watch over one anothers Souls, Was not the neglect of due watchfulness over Achan the sin which the Church of Israel was guilty of? and they paid dear for that breach of Covenant.
yet is there not many an one that hath walked no more closely with God since he Come into the Church then he did before? they that Are Fellow members in the same Church, Are bound by their Covenant to watch over one another's Souls, Was not the neglect of due watchfulness over achan the since which the Church of Israel was guilty of? and they paid dear for that breach of Covenant.
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when he said, am I my Brothers Keeper? The Church Covenant (which is also the Lords Covenant) binds men to walk not only with God but one with another,
when he said, am I my Brother's Keeper? The Church Covenant (which is also the lords Covenant) binds men to walk not only with God but one with Another,
Yet what scandalous Divisions have there been in many Churches? And hath not the Lord to punish this Violation of his Covenant, drawn the Sword against us? His Sheep have been so unnatural as to devour one another,
Yet what scandalous Divisions have there been in many Churches? And hath not the Lord to Punish this Violation of his Covenant, drawn the Sword against us? His Sheep have been so unnatural as to devour one Another,
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and seek unto him by Fasting and Prayer, for the presence and assistance of his Spirit to be with you, in what concerns that solemn renewal of Covenant which is now before you.
and seek unto him by Fasting and Prayer, for the presence and assistance of his Spirit to be with you, in what concerns that solemn renewal of Covenant which is now before you.
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hence Jacob said to his Brother Esau, I have all Gen. 33. 11. You are then sure of spiritual Blessings, pardon of Sin, Grace to persevere, eternal Life in heaven at last, which is therefore caled the Promise, as being a special Branch of the Covenant.
hence Jacob said to his Brother Esau, I have all Gen. 33. 11. You Are then sure of spiritual Blessings, pardon of since, Grace to persevere, Eternal Life in heaven At last, which is Therefore called the Promise, as being a special Branch of the Covenant.
For Godliness hath the Promise of the Life that now is as well as of that which is to come 1 Tim. 4. 8. Besides, it is a great honour and Dig•ity to be in Covenant w••h God.
For Godliness hath the Promise of the Life that now is as well as of that which is to come 1 Tim. 4. 8. Beside, it is a great honour and Dig•ity to be in Covenant w••h God.
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It was said of Samuel, that he was an honourable man, because a Man of God 1 Sam. 9. 5. To be the Servant of a great Prince, is counted an honour, what is it then to be the Covenant Servant of the great God? To be able to say as they did, Ezra 5 11. We are the Servants of the God of Heaven, For this Reason the Children of Israel are said to be a great People,
It was said of Samuel, that he was an honourable man, Because a Man of God 1 Sam. 9. 5. To be the Servant of a great Prince, is counted an honour, what is it then to be the Covenant Servant of the great God? To be able to say as they did, Ezra 5 11. We Are the Servants of the God of Heaven, For this Reason the Children of Israel Are said to be a great People,
Deut. 4. 6, 7. For poor creatures to be espoused to the Lord, that God himself should say to them behold I am married to you, what a glorious dignity is this? And as for you the Saints and Church of Christ in this place, God hath put honour upon you on other accounts, in that you have been a Mother in Israel, other Congregations have issued from you,
Deuteronomy 4. 6, 7. For poor creatures to be espoused to the Lord, that God himself should say to them behold I am married to you, what a glorious dignity is this? And as for you the Saints and Church of christ in this place, God hath put honour upon you on other accounts, in that you have been a Mother in Israel, other Congregations have issued from you,
so now that you should be among the fi•st that doe ingage in this Renewal of your espousals to the Lord Jesus, God in his providence hath put an honour upon you in that respect, it is an honour to be the first in a good work.
so now that you should be among the fi•st that do engage in this Renewal of your espousals to the Lord jesus, God in his providence hath put an honour upon you in that respect, it is an honour to be the First in a good work.
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Have we not been under sad distresses? and doe not the solemn Rebukes of God upon us call for solemn Renewal of Covenant? Of late there have been Burnings which the Lord hath kindled.
Have we not been under sad Distresses? and do not the solemn Rebukes of God upon us call for solemn Renewal of Covenant? Of late there have been Burnings which the Lord hath kindled.
It was shewed but now, how the Covenant hath been transgressed Where is the Life of Discipline in our Churches? And as to the Children of the Covenant, the discipline of Christ almost totally neglected.
It was showed but now, how the Covenant hath been transgressed Where is the Life of Discipline in our Churches? And as to the Children of the Covenant, the discipline of christ almost totally neglected.
then in some others, because you have been abundantly instructed in Principles, & Truths of that kind, by your former blessed Teacher. I shall never forget what he said to me when upon his death-bed, about eight years agoe,
then in Some Others, Because you have been abundantly instructed in Principles, & Truths of that kind, by your former blessed Teacher. I shall never forget what he said to me when upon his deathbed, about eight Years ago,
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I remember it is storied concerning a godly Arch Bishop of Magdeburg, that when the Duke of Saxony intended to make war upon him, Hee resolved that he would endeavor a Reformation of the people & trust in God for his defence;
I Remember it is storied Concerning a godly Arch Bishop of Magdeburg, that when the Duke of Saxony intended to make war upon him, He resolved that he would endeavour a Reformation of the people & trust in God for his defence;
& informeth the Duke that he might easily overcome his enemy, for he made no preparations against him, only said, that he would endeavour to Reform what was amiss,
& Informeth the Duke that he might Easily overcome his enemy, for he made no preparations against him, only said, that he would endeavour to Reform what was amiss,
yea, for us to covenant and ingage to the Lord, that wee will Reform the evils that have provoked the eyes of his glory, is the best way in the world to cause designs which may be against us to prove abortive.
yea, for us to Covenant and engage to the Lord, that we will Reform the evils that have provoked the eyes of his glory, is the best Way in the world to cause designs which may be against us to prove abortive.
Well, but see further, v. 11, 12. after they had returned to the Lord, and ingaged themselves to him anew, to walk as became his people, now (saith the Lord) the seed shall be prosperous, the vine shall give her fruit,
Well, but see further, v. 11, 12. After they had returned to the Lord, and engaged themselves to him anew, to walk as became his people, now (Says the Lord) the seed shall be prosperous, the vine shall give her fruit,
If then we do return to the Lord in this way, He will bestow temporal Blessings upon us (so far as shall be good for us) or if not, greater mercyes in stead therof.
If then we do return to the Lord in this Way, He will bestow temporal Blessings upon us (so Far as shall be good for us) or if not, greater Mercies in stead thereof.
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And I would not wholly forbear to mention here, that the Lord hath lately and signally owned this work of renewing Covenant amongst our Brethren in the Churches of the neighbour Colony.
And I would not wholly forbear to mention Here, that the Lord hath lately and signally owned this work of renewing Covenant among our Brothers in the Churches of the neighbour Colony.
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There was a spirit of Worldliness prevailing amongst them, discovering it self in straight-handedness, as to matters that did concern the maintenance of the publick worship of God amongst them, on which accounts they faithfully promised as before the Lord, to be more liberal for the future.
There was a Spirit of Worldliness prevailing among them, discovering it self in straight-handedness, as to matters that did concern the maintenance of the public worship of God among them, on which accounts they faithfully promised as before the Lord, to be more liberal for the future.
As for the Children that are come to years of understanding, and fit for such a work, they ought with their own mouthes to ingage subjection to the Lord;
As for the Children that Are come to Years of understanding, and fit for such a work, they ought with their own mouths to engage subjection to the Lord;
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for so it was when this people renewed their Covenant, their sons and their daughters, every one having Knowledge, separated themselves unto the Law of God.
for so it was when this people renewed their Covenant, their Sons and their daughters, every one having Knowledge, separated themselves unto the Law of God.
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Yea it would lay a deep foundation of wofull apostacy from God, witness that Scripture, Josh. 22. 24, 25. If in time to come your Children should speak unto our Children, saying, what have you to doe with the Lord God of Israel, ye have no part in the Lord,
Yea it would lay a deep Foundation of woeful apostasy from God, witness that Scripture, Josh. 22. 24, 25. If in time to come your Children should speak unto our Children, saying, what have you to do with the Lord God of Israel, you have no part in the Lord,
Remember, that when the second Generation, of them that c•me out of Egypt, renewed their Covenant with the Lord, it is expresly said, not only that they themselves,
remember, that when the second Generation, of them that c•me out of Egypt, renewed their Covenant with the Lord, it is expressly said, not only that they themselves,
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but that their little ones also did enter into Covenant. Deut. 29. 11. 12. And one of the great Lights of New-England hath judiciously observed, that when it is said of those Converts in the Acts that they were added to the Church, and added to the Lord it doth imply that they confessed their sins,
but that their little ones also did enter into Covenant. Deuteronomy 29. 11. 12. And one of the great Lights of New england hath judiciously observed, that when it is said of those Converts in the Acts that they were added to the Church, and added to the Lord it does imply that they confessed their Sins,
and became Disciples and followers of the Apostles Doctrine, and so ing•ged themselves, and Covenanted also for their Children, to follow the truth of the Gospel.
and became Disciples and followers of the Apostles Doctrine, and so ing•ged themselves, and Covenanted also for their Children, to follow the truth of the Gospel.
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We know (my Brethren) what Pharaoh did yield unto, goe now yee that are men and serve the Lord, but as for your little ones, not so, they shall not be ingaged to serve God with you.
We know (my Brothers) what Pharaoh did yield unto, go now ye that Are men and serve the Lord, but as for your little ones, not so, they shall not be engaged to serve God with you.
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but also their wives, yea and their Children (children are expresly mentioned) manifested their affection to the Ministry, and worshipped the Lord together.
but also their wives, yea and their Children (children Are expressly mentioned) manifested their affection to the Ministry, and worshipped the Lord together.
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then at that time, when out of a perverse zeal, and sinfull scrupulosity, they would have witheld little children from him? Men are not aware how much they displease Christ by such a spirit, and by practices according thereunto.
then At that time, when out of a perverse zeal, and sinful scrupulosity, they would have withheld little children from him? Men Are not aware how much they displease christ by such a Spirit, and by practices according thereunto.
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but our hearts, yea our whole heart must be His. 2 Chron. 15. 12. They entred into a Covenant to seek the Lord God of their Fathers, with all their heart,
but our hearts, yea our Whole heart must be His. 2 Chronicles 15. 12. They entered into a Covenant to seek the Lord God of their Father's, with all their heart,
Thus Josiah when he promoted this work of renewing the Covenant, he did it with all his heart, 2 Chron. 34 31. Though the people many of them, were not sincere in what they did, which is the cause of that complaint of the Prophet Jeremiah who lived in those dayes, Jer. 3. 10. Judah hath not turned to me with her whole heart, but feignedly saith the Lord.
Thus Josiah when he promoted this work of renewing the Covenant, he did it with all his heart, 2 Chronicles 34 31. Though the people many of them, were not sincere in what they did, which is the cause of that complaint of the Prophet Jeremiah who lived in those days, Jer. 3. 10. Judah hath not turned to me with her Whole heart, but feignedly Says the Lord.
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Therefore, 4. Keep Covenant with the Lord, let it be a sure Covenant. Jer. 50. 5. come let us joyn our selves to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant which shall not be forgotten.
Therefore, 4. Keep Covenant with the Lord, let it be a sure Covenant. Jer. 50. 5. come let us join our selves to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant which shall not be forgotten.
Therefore in the context it is said of this people, that they entred into a Curse, because if there were not care and conscience to observe the Covenant, they made themselves liable to the curse and wrath of an holy God.
Therefore in the context it is said of this people, that they entered into a Curse, Because if there were not care and conscience to observe the Covenant, they made themselves liable to the curse and wrath of an holy God.
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So if after you have anew ingaged your selves to the Lord, Satan should tempt you to this or that which is displeasing in the sight of God, Answer, I may not give way to such a temptation,
So if After you have anew engaged your selves to the Lord, Satan should tempt you to this or that which is displeasing in the sighed of God, Answer, I may not give Way to such a temptation,
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Goe to him for pardon of all former breaches of Covenant, that his blood (which is the blood of the everlasting Covenant) may be sprinkled upon your souls.
Go to him for pardon of all former Breaches of Covenant, that his blood (which is the blood of the everlasting Covenant) may be sprinkled upon your Souls.
Without him you cannot renew your Covenant aright, nor keep it when you have done, Without me (said Christ to his Disciples) you can do nothing. Joh. 15. 5. But through the grace and strength of Christ, you may doe all things.
Without him you cannot renew your Covenant aright, nor keep it when you have done, Without me (said christ to his Disciples) you can do nothing. John 15. 5. But through the grace and strength of christ, you may do all things.
In Pop•lo Judaico renovante Foedus cum D•o proponitur illu••re exemplum pietatis, quod exemplum imitari decet ecclesias, quam in eis instituitur R•formatio. Piscator observ. in Neh. 10.
In Pop•lo Judaic renovante Foedus cum D•o proponitur illu••re exemplum pietatis, quod exemplum imitari Deceit Ecclesiastes, quam in eis instituitur R•formatio. Piscator observe. in Neh 10.
See the English A•not. Mihi verisimile non est post Caedem Acha•, ausos fuisse se manifestis Sacril•giis polluere. Ad affectum refero; nam et bu• tendit particula; et inclina〈 … 〉 Cor ad Dominum. Calvi• in Josh •4. •3. Simili modo Augustinus interpretatur.
See the English A•not. Mihi verisimile non est post Caedem Acha•, ausos Fuisse se manifestis Sacril•giis polluere. Ad affectum refero; nam et bu• tendit Particula; et inclina〈 … 〉 Cor ad Dominum. Calvi• in Josh •4. •3. Simili modo Augustine interpretatur.
Gravissimè peccant, qui occasionem habent sese Ecclesiae adjungendi et eam negligunt. Et si •bstinate persistant in ipsa incuria, quicquid alias profitentur, vix haberi possunt pro fidelibus, Regnam Dei vere quaerentibus. Ames. Med. Theol. E. 1. C. 32. Th 28.
Gravissimè peccant, qui occasionem habent seize Ecclesiae adjungendi et eam negligunt. Et si •bstinate persistant in ipsa Incuria, quicquid alias profitentur, vix haberi possunt Pro fidelibus, Regnam Dei vere quaerentibus. Ames. Med. Theology E. 1. C. 32. That 28.
Qui indigne accipit Baptisma, Jadicium accipit. August contra Fulgent. C. 6. Mr. Perkins in his Six Principlrs, p 34. propounds this Question. How if a man never keep the Condition to which he bound hims•lf in Baptisme? A. His Damnation shall be the greater because be breaketh his Vow made to God.
Qui indigne accipit Baptism, Jadicium accipit. August contra Fulgent. C. 6. Mr. Perkins in his Six Principlrs, p 34. propounds this Question. How if a man never keep the Condition to which he bound hims•lf in Baptism? A. His Damnation shall be the greater Because be breaks his Voelli made to God.
The Churches in Plimouth Colon• r•newed their Cov•nant i• t•• latter end of the 4. Month 1676. and e•er si••e that the Heathen i• th〈 … 〉ta•ts have fallen.
The Churches in Plymouth Colon• r•newed their Cov•nant i• t•• latter end of the 4. Monn 1676. and e•er si••e that the Heathen i• th〈 … 〉ta•ts have fallen.
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