or to spend my self in indefatigable Labours and Studies for you, have prevailed with Almighty God; or had His All-wise Providence seen it good to find out any thing about this City consistent with my Care for You, there had been no Occasion given for our present necessary Separation. I never was ambitious of any great Things in the Church; an opportunity of studying and promoting the Salvation of others, without disturbance, has ever been my utmost Aim;
or to spend my self in indefatigable Labours and Studies for you, have prevailed with Almighty God; or had His Alwise Providence seen it good to find out any thing about this city consistent with my Care for You, there had been no Occasion given for our present necessary Separation. I never was ambitious of any great Things in the Church; an opportunity of studying and promoting the Salvation of Others, without disturbance, has ever been my utmost Aim;
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The Ministry of God's holy Word was what I was originally devoted to, and the faithful Execution of that Ministry is the greatest Eye-sore to the Prince of Darkness. But however,
The Ministry of God's holy Word was what I was originally devoted to, and the faithful Execution of that Ministry is the greatest Eyesore to the Prince of Darkness. But however,
since there must be a Separation between us, it's my great Satisfaction that my Conscience cannot accuse me of any Ʋnfaithfulness in my Employment among you.
since there must be a Separation between us, it's my great Satisfaction that my Conscience cannot accuse me of any Ʋnfaithfulness in my Employment among you.
but now, when I come to take my solemn Leave of you, I can, with a clear and quiet Conscience, speak to you in the Apostle 's Language, Those things which you have both learned,
but now, when I come to take my solemn Leave of you, I can, with a clear and quiet Conscience, speak to you in the Apostle is Language, Those things which you have both learned,
That the Apostle could close his Epistle to his dear Flock at Philippi with such Expressions, was to the Honour of the Gospel, and was the Compleating of his own Happiness. That a dying Minister of Christ, when he speaks his last Words to his People, can say the same things to them, is an inconceivable Comfort; and, thanks be to God, that I, one of the meanest of his Ambassadors, have obtained mercy of the Lord to be Faithful, (1 Cor. 7.26.) that I, who am now dying a Civil Death to you, can give the same Charge to your,
That the Apostle could close his Epistle to his dear Flock At Philippi with such Expressions, was to the Honour of the Gospel, and was the Completing of his own Happiness. That a dying Minister of christ, when he speaks his last Words to his People, can say the same things to them, is an inconceivable Comfort; and, thanks be to God, that I, one of the Meanest of his ambassadors, have obtained mercy of the Lord to be Faithful, (1 Cor. 7.26.) that I, who am now dying a Civil Death to you, can give the same Charge to your,
The Sum of all our Apostle's Writings was to endear Christianity by all suitable means, both to those who were without, and those who were within the Pale of the Church of Christ, and the same is the substance of this Chapter. As there always is a dearness of Affection between a faithful Teacher and a willing People, so it appears there was such a mutual Tenderness between St. Paul and the Philippians; Therefore, says he, my brethren, dearly beloved, my joy and my crown,
The Sum of all our Apostle's Writings was to endear Christianity by all suitable means, both to those who were without, and those who were within the Pale of the Church of christ, and the same is the substance of this Chapter. As there always is a dearness of Affection between a faithful Teacher and a willing People, so it appears there was such a mutual Tenderness between Saint Paul and the Philippians; Therefore, Says he, my brothers, dearly Beloved, my joy and my crown,
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All the pretences between Men to a carnal worldly Love, are nothing when compared with the Bowels of a spiritual Father; for He who rightly weighs the Worth of an immortal Soul; he whom God accounts so far faithful,
All the pretences between Men to a carnal worldly Love, Are nothing when compared with the Bowels of a spiritual Father; for He who rightly weighs the Worth of an immortal Soul; he whom God accounts so Far faithful,
as to Honour him with a Capacity of assisting to the Salvation of any Man. He who considers how inevitable Damnation is to himself, in case of Infidelity to his Trust, and how inestimable a Crown shall be his Reward, in case he discharges his Duty sincerely, and pursues it earnestly;
as to Honour him with a Capacity of assisting to the Salvation of any Man. He who considers how inevitable Damnation is to himself, in case of Infidelity to his Trust, and how inestimable a Crown shall be his Reward, in case he discharges his Duty sincerely, and pursues it earnestly;
He who reflects on these things, must love those Souls for whom his Master shed his most precious Blood, far beyond any thing which the dearest Friends in the World, without such a Relation, can pretend to.
He who reflects on these things, must love those Souls for whom his Master shed his most precious Blood, Far beyond any thing which the dearest Friends in the World, without such a Relation, can pretend to.
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After these Expressions of Love, he promotes Ʋnity and Charity, and then, consecrating the Name of some eminent Saints to futurity, he gives several general Advices, or Exhortations.
After these Expressions of Love, he promotes Ʋnity and Charity, and then, consecrating the Name of Some eminent Saints to futurity, he gives several general Advices, or Exhortations.
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and again, I say rejoice, ver. 4. He advises them to convince the World of the Excellency of their Holy Religion, by the evident Amendment of their natural Tempers who profess it;
and again, I say rejoice, ver. 4. He advises them to convince the World of the Excellency of their Holy Religion, by the evident Amendment of their natural Tempers who profess it;
Honest Industry attended with a faithful dependance on the Goodness and Blessing of God, would be a sufficient Security for their subsistence in this World, ver. 5. To encourage his Philippians to these things, he tells them, that, in case of Obedience, the Peace of God, a Blessing more valuable than all the Friendships of the World, that Peace which passes all understanding, whose power and energy none have any agreeable Conceptions of but those who have it, that happy Peace shall keep your Hearts and Minds through Jesus Christ.
Honest Industry attended with a faithful dependence on the goodness and Blessing of God, would be a sufficient Security for their subsistence in this World, ver. 5. To encourage his Philippians to these things, he tells them, that, in case of obedience, the Peace of God, a Blessing more valuable than all the Friendships of the World, that Peace which passes all understanding, whose power and energy none have any agreeable Conceptions of but those who have it, that happy Peace shall keep your Hearts and Minds through jesus christ.
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That heavenly Peace can have no place where too much carefulness reigns; but where the World has no possession, there the Blessed Jesus takes up his Residence,
That heavenly Peace can have no place where too much carefulness reigns; but where the World has no possession, there the Blessed jesus Takes up his Residence,
To Sum up all his Injunctions in one compendious Rule, he adds, what I would have you take as spoken by me to you, on the same Reason, and by the same Authority. Finally, my Brethren, whatsver things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report,
To Sum up all his Injunctions in one compendious Rule, he adds, what I would have you take as spoken by me to you, on the same Reason, and by the same authority. Finally, my Brothers, whatsver things Are true, whatsoever things Are honest, whatsoever things Are just, whatsoever things Are pure, whatsoever things Are lovely, whatsoever things Are of good report,
he ought to have a good Report among good Men, and among such as are without, and he ought to be an Example to Believers in Word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit, in Faith, in Purity, (1 Tim. 4.12.) such a Teacher have I been to you,
he ought to have a good Report among good Men, and among such as Are without, and he ought to be an Exampl to Believers in Word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit, in Faith, in Purity, (1 Tim. 4.12.) such a Teacher have I been to you,
and then the God of Peace, your Lord and your Saviour, will so influence your Minds by his Spirit, that you shall be partakers of inward Peace here, and of eternal Peace hereafter.
and then the God of Peace, your Lord and your Saviour, will so influence your Minds by his Spirit, that you shall be partakers of inward Peace Here, and of Eternal Peace hereafter.
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They shall be blest with the extraordinary Influences of his Spirit, and find Peace in their own Bosoms, whatsoever Storms they meet with from the Devil or the World.
They shall be blessed with the extraordinary Influences of his Spirit, and find Peace in their own Bosoms, whatsoever Storms they meet with from the devil or the World.
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Nor were the Jews only liable to this Mischief, for our Saviour tells his Disciples, that, under the Times of the Gospel, there should arise false Christs,
Nor were the jews only liable to this Mischief, for our Saviour tells his Disciples, that, under the Times of the Gospel, there should arise false Christ,
We have many Pretenders to the Pastoral Office, who, having no Authority for that Office they assume, make Merchandise of Souls with feigned Words, through their unreasonable Covetousness, and under this Calamity the Church of England smarts severely at this time.
We have many Pretenders to the Pastoral Office, who, having no authority for that Office they assume, make Merchandise of Souls with feigned Words, through their unreasonable Covetousness, and under this Calamity the Church of England smarts severely At this time.
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The Salvation of Souls is a noble, as well as divine Employ, but it's extreamly hazardous, as well as laborious. God has appointed an Order of Men particularly to engage themselves in the Work, but I fear the generality of profest Christians have a very false Notion of their Business; as if their Work were no more than that of Men following their ordinary Trades, in which,
The Salvation of Souls is a noble, as well as divine Employ, but it's extremely hazardous, as well as laborious. God has appointed an Order of Men particularly to engage themselves in the Work, but I Fear the generality of professed Christians have a very false Notion of their Business; as if their Work were no more than that of Men following their ordinary Trades, in which,
Where Men come in at the door, according to Christ's appointment, spiritual Assistances and a Blessing are promised to their Labours. But where Men come over the Wall, or irregularly,
Where Men come in At the door, according to Christ's appointment, spiritual Assistances and a Blessing Are promised to their Labours. But where Men come over the Wall, or irregularly,
he must have the Skill of an expert Chirurgeon, to handle the Wounds of the Mind gently, to search and cleanse them throughly, to apply his Caustics or his Lenitives seasonably,
he must have the Skill of an expert Chirurgeon, to handle the Wounds of the Mind gently, to search and cleanse them thoroughly, to apply his Caustics or his Lenitives seasonably,
He must have the Learning of a Rabbin, be throughly verst in Scripture, and knowing in Humane Writings, that he may assert Truth with a sacred Authority, and baffle Error with undeniable Reason: He must have the steadiness and solidity of an inspired Person, that he may restrain others from waving, be always like himself sound in his Principles, and charitable and exemplary in his Practices: He must have the sincerity of a Friend, that he may be impartial in his Reflections and Advices;
He must have the Learning of a Rabbin, be thoroughly versed in Scripture, and knowing in Humane Writings, that he may assert Truth with a sacred authority, and baffle Error with undeniable Reason: He must have the steadiness and solidity of an inspired Person, that he may restrain Others from waving, be always like himself found in his Principles, and charitable and exemplary in his Practices: He must have the sincerity of a Friend, that he may be impartial in his Reflections and Advices;
and the Zeal of a Martyr, that nothing may affright him from his heavenly Work. These Qualifications must all of them concurr, in some measure, in a good Teacher; and,
and the Zeal of a Martyr, that nothing may affright him from his heavenly Work. These Qualifications must all of them concur, in Some measure, in a good Teacher; and,
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tho he must be no Wrangler, nor Disputatious, yet he must be able and ready to defend the Truths of God, against all Heretical and Atheistical Gainsayers; he must keep a careful Watch over his Flock, that neither the Boars, the Wolves, the Foxes, nor the little Foxes may be able to break in upon them.
though he must be no Wrangler, nor Disputatious, yet he must be able and ready to defend the Truths of God, against all Heretical and Atheistical Gainsayers; he must keep a careful Watch over his Flock, that neither the Boars, the Wolves, the Foxes, nor the little Foxes may be able to break in upon them.
And he must not confine his Labours to the Days of Publick Service only, but he must Preach every day by his Life and by his Example: He must be ready to discourse in private with those who come to him for Resolution of Difficulties,
And he must not confine his Labours to the Days of Public Service only, but he must Preach every day by his Life and by his Exampl: He must be ready to discourse in private with those who come to him for Resolution of Difficulties,
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for quieting the Conscience, for rectifying the Judgment, and informing of the Ʋnderstanding: He ought to be an Oracle to his People, whom they may consult upon all occasions;
for quieting the Conscience, for rectifying the Judgement, and informing of the Ʋnderstanding: He ought to be an Oracle to his People, whom they may consult upon all occasions;
and the Devil, as he appears sometimes as an Angel of Light, so he often teaches ill Men cunning enough to insinuate themselves into the good Opinion of Church-Governours, who are but Men and fallible, and by that means to get hands laid upon them. St. Paul had his Demas, false to his Commission;
and the devil, as he appears sometime as an Angel of Light, so he often Teaches ill Men cunning enough to insinuate themselves into the good Opinion of Church-Governours, who Are but Men and fallible, and by that means to get hands laid upon them. Saint Paul had his Demas, false to his Commission;
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and Simon Magus might have past upon the Apostles themselves, had they not been immediately illuminated by the Holy Ghost. Such Men may appear as Angels in the Pulpit, but be no better than Devils when they are out of it:
and Simon Magus might have passed upon the Apostles themselves, had they not been immediately illuminated by the Holy Ghost. Such Men may appear as Angels in the Pulpit, but be no better than Devils when they Are out of it:
Now weak Heads, who would rather have their Ears tickled, than their Soul 's saved, may be very fond of sounding Brass, and of tinkling Cymbals; wise Men and good Christians look upon such as the Plague of the Church, the Scandals of Religion, and the Harbingers of Destruction.
Now weak Heads, who would rather have their Ears tickled, than their Soul is saved, may be very found of sounding Brass, and of tinkling Cymbals; wise Men and good Christians look upon such as the Plague of the Church, the Scandals of Religion, and the Harbingers of Destruction.
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Men of small Ʋnderstanding in Divine Matters may run after them. Those who have their Senses better Exercised, pray earnestly to be deliver'd from them.
Men of small Ʋnderstanding in Divine Matters may run After them. Those who have their Senses better Exercised, pray earnestly to be Delivered from them.
It sounds so well, it is so pure, so holy, and consequently so charming and delightful, that therefore the Virgins, all the true Professors of true Religion, love thee; so says the Church to her Spouse in the Canticles 1.3. where Learning, Sobriety and Innocence appear in one of Heaven's Ambassadors. Those who endeavour after the same Perfections will find them out.
It sounds so well, it is so pure, so holy, and consequently so charming and delightful, that Therefore the Virgins, all the true Professors of true Religion, love thee; so Says the Church to her Spouse in the Canticles 1.3. where Learning, Sobriety and Innocence appear in one of Heaven's ambassadors. Those who endeavour After the same Perfections will find them out.
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since nothing tends more to the Honour of our common Master than the Holiness of his more immediate Servants. This will make even such as are envious and angry Enemies to the Person,
since nothing tends more to the Honour of our Common Master than the Holiness of his more immediate Servants. This will make even such as Are envious and angry Enemies to the Person,
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Now to be Praised and Applauded by an unthinking Multitude, to be cry'd up and almost deified by such as can have no Notion of real Worth, is no more pleasing to a Man of a truly Apostolical Spirit, than the Applauses of the Lystrians were to Paul and Barnabas, when they brought Oxen and Garlands, and would have offer'd sacrifice to them, and fancied the Gods were come down to them in the likeness of Men, Acts 14.11, 13. The good Opinions of such are easily bought and sold,
Now to be Praised and Applauded by an unthinking Multitude, to be cried up and almost deified by such as can have no Notion of real Worth, is no more pleasing to a Man of a truly Apostolical Spirit, than the Applauses of the Lystrians were to Paul and Barnabas, when they brought Oxen and Garlands, and would have offered sacrifice to them, and fancied the God's were come down to them in the likeness of Men, Acts 14.11, 13. The good Opinions of such Are Easily bought and sold,
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But when Men of Ʋnstanding, who have themselves a good Reputation among those of the best Judgments, give their Attestations to the Merits of a Gospel Minister; when Men of other Perswasions and Interests acknowledge the Justice of such Attestations;
But when Men of Ʋnstanding, who have themselves a good Reputation among those of the best Judgments, give their Attestations to the Merits of a Gospel Minister; when Men of other Persuasions and Interests acknowledge the justice of such Attestations;
when such Men shall, notwithstanding all these slight Thoughts of Religion, assert the Innocence and excellent Endowments of one of the Teachers of Christianity;
when such Men shall, notwithstanding all these slight Thoughts of Religion, assert the Innocence and excellent Endowments of one of the Teachers of Christianity;
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when he shall call him a very good Man, abating only his Name and Profession, such a Man ought to be valued, he comes up to the Character of a Primitive Pastor, or Bishop; he has a good Report of such as are without, as well as such as are within, and therefore is in the less danger of falling into Reproach, and the snare of the Devil, 1 Tim. 3.7. This good Character then is what is justly requir'd as the Test of a Faithful Minister of Christ.
when he shall call him a very good Man, abating only his Name and Profession, such a Man ought to be valued, he comes up to the Character of a Primitive Pastor, or Bishop; he has a good Report of such as Are without, as well as such as Are within, and Therefore is in the less danger of falling into Reproach, and the snare of the devil, 1 Tim. 3.7. This good Character then is what is justly required as the Test of a Faithful Minister of christ.
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and where I see a Testimonial given by any to a careless, unletter'd or immoral Man, I'm so far from thinking the better of him, that I think the worse of them, and conclude, That the Honour of Religion and of the Church is very little esteem'd by them.
and where I see a Testimonial given by any to a careless, unlettered or immoral Man, I'm so Far from thinking the better of him, that I think the Worse of them, and conclude, That the Honour of Religion and of the Church is very little esteemed by them.
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3. The Faithful Minister of Jesus Christ ought to be a Man of an Exemplary Life and Conversation. He cannot be Faithful in his Station, be it never so high in the Church of Christ, who has not this to Crown all his other Attainments.
3. The Faithful Minister of jesus christ ought to be a Man of an Exemplary Life and Conversation. He cannot be Faithful in his Station, be it never so high in the Church of christ, who has not this to Crown all his other Attainments.
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Examples are of a far greater Influence than Rules or Doctrines. I may talk a great deal and very Learnedly on the Reasons of such or such a Mechanic Operation, and few may understand me;
Examples Are of a Far greater Influence than Rules or Doctrines. I may talk a great deal and very Learnedly on the Reasons of such or such a Mechanic Operation, and few may understand me;
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Hence the Apostle requires, that a Bishop should be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre,
Hence the Apostle requires, that a Bishop should be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, Sobrium, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre,
but patient, not a brawler, not covetous, one that ruleth his own house well, 1 Tim. 3.2, 3, 4. To which he adds, He must be no self-will'd man, but a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate, Tit. 1.7, 8. Now, howsoever the Law of a Nation may give opportunity to wicked and ill-minded Patrons to present Preachers, like themselves, to Ecclesiastical Benefices, under whose Ministry Men well affected to Religion may groan,
but patient, not a brawler, not covetous, one that Ruleth his own house well, 1 Tim. 3.2, 3, 4. To which he adds, He must be no self-willed man, but a lover of good men, Sobrium, just, holy, temperate, Tit. 1.7, 8. Now, howsoever the Law of a nation may give opportunity to wicked and ill-minded Patrons to present Preachers, like themselves, to Ecclesiastical Benefices, under whose Ministry Men well affected to Religion may groan,
but not be able to help themselves, yet none but Madmen, when they have their Choice, will give their Votes to such; and God has certainly a Controversie with any people whom he gives over to such Delusions.
but not be able to help themselves, yet none but Madmen, when they have their Choice, will give their Votes to such; and God has Certainly a Controversy with any people whom he gives over to such Delusions.
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For what can a good Christian learn from such a Man, whose Life is a contradiction to his Doctrine? I tell a wicked lewd Wretch from the Pulpit, That Whoremongers and Adulterers God will judge;
For what can a good Christian Learn from such a Man, whose Life is a contradiction to his Doctrine? I tell a wicked lewd Wretch from the Pulpit, That Whoremongers and Adulterers God will judge;
his Thoughts are quiet presently, he's sure I don't believe my Doctrine my self, and why should he? I declare against Swearing and Prophaneness, and denounce God's Vengeance against the Guilty;
his Thoughts Are quiet presently, he's sure I don't believe my Doctrine my self, and why should he? I declare against Swearing and Profaneness, and denounce God's Vengeance against the Guilty;
when he finds me strong to Wine, and mighty to pour in strong Drink, and ready to indulge my self in that sin at least on every private Opportunity? I recommend Hospitality and Almsgiving by many and weighty and Arguments,
when he finds me strong to Wine, and mighty to pour in strong Drink, and ready to indulge my self in that since At least on every private Opportunity? I recommend Hospitality and Almsgiving by many and weighty and Arguments,
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but administring no Comfort nor Relief to the craving Poor? Will a Sermon of mine against Covetousness or Injustice do any good upon the Guilty, when I can Gripe and use Extortion my self, injure others both by Word and Deed,
but administering no Comfort nor Relief to the craving Poor? Will a Sermon of mine against Covetousness or Injustice do any good upon the Guilty, when I can Gripe and use Extortion my self, injure Others both by Word and Deed,
Thou therefore who teachest, teachest thou not thy self? thou, who preachest a man should not steal, dost thou steal? thou, who sayst a man should not commit adultery, dost thou commit adultery? thou, who abhorrest Idols, dost thou commit sacrilege? thou, who makest thy boast of the Law, through breaking the law dishonourest thou God? Rom. 2.18, — 23.
Thou Therefore who Teachest, Teachest thou not thy self? thou, who Preachest a man should not steal, dost thou steal? thou, who Sayest a man should not commit adultery, dost thou commit adultery? thou, who Abhorrest Idols, dost thou commit sacrilege? thou, who Makest thy boast of the Law, through breaking the law dishonourest thou God? Rom. 2.18, — 23.
But what a Scandal does the ill Practice of a Clergy-man bring upon the Gospel? How ready are Lewd and Atheistical Wretches to take advantages against Religion, when the pretendedly zealous Ministers expose themselves and their Offices by their Follies and Inadvertencies? The several Clans of Sectaries endeavour indeed,
But what a Scandal does the ill Practice of a Clergyman bring upon the Gospel? How ready Are Lewd and Atheistical Wretches to take advantages against Religion, when the pretendedly zealous Ministers expose themselves and their Offices by their Follies and Inadvertencies? The several Clans of Sectaries endeavour indeed,
Therefore such Men as give them just Occasion of Reflection ought to receive no Encouragement till the Evidence of their Reformation is as notorious as that of their Miscarriages. It is through such that the Name of God is Blasphemed among the Enemies of Religion.
Therefore such Men as give them just Occasion of Reflection ought to receive no Encouragement till the Evidence of their Reformation is as notorious as that of their Miscarriages. It is through such that the Name of God is Blasphemed among the Enemies of Religion.
and it's too easy a thing to a prejudic'd Mind to reverse the Expression, and to infer how little regard must be due to that God, whose servants can manage themselves no better!
and it's too easy a thing to a prejudiced Mind to reverse the Expression, and to infer how little regard must be due to that God, whose Servants can manage themselves no better!
1. To hear what the lawful Messenger of Heaven delivers in prosecution of his Duty. A Preacher without Hearers, an Instructor without Scholars, a Shepherd without a Flock, are Absurdities;
1. To hear what the lawful Messenger of Heaven delivers in prosecution of his Duty. A Preacher without Hearers, an Instructor without Scholars, a Shepherd without a Flock, Are Absurdities;
so much more should we be ready to hear the Laws of God, the Obedience or Disobedience to which infers our Salvation or Damnation. God so loved the world, that he sent his only begotten Son into it, that whosoever believes in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life:
so much more should we be ready to hear the Laws of God, the obedience or Disobedience to which infers our Salvation or Damnation. God so loved the world, that he sent his only begotten Son into it, that whosoever believes in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life:
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but the Question comes in presently, How shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? And how shall hear without a Preacher? and how shall they preach unless they be sent? Rom. 10.14, 15. From whence we learn, That none can Preach indeed, or to any purpose, but such as are lawfully Ordained to that World;
but the Question comes in presently, How shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd? And how shall hear without a Preacher? and how shall they preach unless they be sent? Rom. 10.14, 15. From whence we Learn, That none can Preach indeed, or to any purpose, but such as Are lawfully Ordained to that World;
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But as there's a We entail'd upon those in holy Orders if they do not Preach the Gospel, so the Woe's as heavy upon the People, who will not give ear when the Lord hath spoken by them.
But as there's a We entailed upon those in holy Order if they do not Preach the Gospel, so the Woe's as heavy upon the People, who will not give ear when the Lord hath spoken by them.
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While Men run eagerly after it, and long to be satisfied with the Bread of Life, the enjoyment of it is an inestimable Blessing: When they neglect and slight it, it brings Curses upon them with the most insupportable Aggravations.
While Men run eagerly After it, and long to be satisfied with the Bred of Life, the enjoyment of it is an inestimable Blessing: When they neglect and slight it, it brings Curses upon them with the most insupportable Aggravations.
and the Travellers pass thro' By-ways? There is indeed in some a Spirit of Laziness, in others a Spirit of Giddiness, which teaches them to make a thousand frivolous Pretences for the neglect of their Duty;
and the Travellers pass through Byways? There is indeed in Some a Spirit of Laziness, in Others a Spirit of Giddiness, which Teaches them to make a thousand frivolous Pretences for the neglect of their Duty;
But how? Is it reasonable for Rebels to claim an Interest in their Soverein? For lazy Creatures to expect Wages? for Weather Cocks and Changlings to claim the Rewards of Loyalty? Or can any Man dream of Happiness hereafter, who casts God's Testimonies behind his back, and won't attend the offers of a Crown? God has appointed one day in seven particularly for his own Service;
But how? Is it reasonable for Rebels to claim an Interest in their Sovereign? For lazy Creatures to expect Wages? for Weather Cocks and Changelings to claim the Rewards of Loyalty? Or can any Man dream of Happiness hereafter, who Cast God's Testimonies behind his back, and won't attend the offers of a Crown? God has appointed one day in seven particularly for his own Service;
and condemned, would not a Reprieve or a Pardon be very welcom? Would we not hear it read with the greatest attention? We are those Wretched Criminals who, from the Hand of God, have deserved no less than Eternal Vengeance; The Word of God, that God who is and must be our Judge; that very Word, by which we must be try'd, contains the offer of a Pardon; from that we learn how dearly that Pardon has been purchased for us:
and condemned, would not a Reprieve or a Pardon be very welcome? Would we not hear it read with the greatest attention? We Are those Wretched Criminals who, from the Hand of God, have deserved no less than Eternal Vengeance; The Word of God, that God who is and must be our Judge; that very Word, by which we must be tried, contains the offer of a Pardon; from that we Learn how dearly that Pardon has been purchased for us:
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However, whether unhappy Sinners will hear, or whether they will forbear, our Business lies before Ʋs: We shall be accountable for our Neglect of that;
However, whither unhappy Sinners will hear, or whither they will forbear, our Business lies before Ʋs: We shall be accountable for our Neglect of that;
But a Minister so qualified, will be very careful not to give People Stones for Bread; and, that he may not, he'll ever beg his Master 's Divine Assistance to enable him to be such a Workman as needs not to be ashamed;
But a Minister so qualified, will be very careful not to give People Stones for Bred; and, that he may not, he'll ever beg his Master is Divine Assistance to enable him to be such a Workman as needs not to be ashamed;
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The force of which Direction is fully cleared by what our Saviour says elsewhere to the Pharisees, Search the Scriptures, John 5.39. and what the Bereans are commended for, Acts 17.11.
The force of which Direction is Fully cleared by what our Saviour Says elsewhere to the Pharisees, Search the Scriptures, John 5.39. and what the Bereans Are commended for, Acts 17.11.
A Man, who will take pains, will easily find out whether the Doctrine preach'd be agreeable to the general import of Scripture, for, whatsoever that is, every particular Text of Scripture is agreeable to it,
A Man, who will take pains, will Easily find out whither the Doctrine preached be agreeable to the general import of Scripture, for, whatsoever that is, every particular Text of Scripture is agreeable to it,
and, if any Man affix another Sense on any single Text, or preach any Doctrine, which is not agreeable to that general Tenour of Scripture, that Doctrine is to be rejected.
and, if any Man affix Another Sense on any single Text, or preach any Doctrine, which is not agreeable to that general Tenor of Scripture, that Doctrine is to be rejected.
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To what purpose do I Preach, or you hear, if you don't believe? If I speak not the Mind of God, if I deliver not what tends to the Honour of God and your Salvation, it's time lost to hear me.
To what purpose do I Preach, or you hear, if you don't believe? If I speak not the Mind of God, if I deliver not what tends to the Honour of God and your Salvation, it's time lost to hear me.
If I preach the Truth as it is in Christ Jesus, why do you not believe me? Has the Word of God any thing really incredible in it? I renounce it then, I'm sure it's none of his.
If I preach the Truth as it is in christ jesus, why do you not believe me? Has the Word of God any thing really incredible in it? I renounce it then, I'm sure it's none of his.
they are fully satisfied of the Truth of many very difficult things; why should they not be as credible to me? The true Reason of this is, They acknowledge their own Weakness, they value and beg the assistance of God's Spirit, which leads them effectually into all Truth; I admire my own Wit and Reason, and build mightily upon them, and so fall into every Error. Faith is the Gift of God, the meek and lowly have it, the proud and opiniative know nothing of the Matter.
they Are Fully satisfied of the Truth of many very difficult things; why should they not be as credible to me? The true Reason of this is, They acknowledge their own Weakness, they valve and beg the assistance of God's Spirit, which leads them effectually into all Truth; I admire my own Wit and Reason, and built mightily upon them, and so fallen into every Error. Faith is the Gift of God, the meek and lowly have it, the proud and opiniative know nothing of the Matter.
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But, if the Messengers of Christ really deliver his Will to Men, it will be no excuse to say, We don't believe them; they'll be dreadful Witnesses against us at the last day;
But, if the Messengers of christ really deliver his Will to Men, it will be no excuse to say, We don't believe them; They'll be dreadful Witnesses against us At the last day;
and our Case will be as bad as that of the Israelites of old, they could not enter into the Earthly, nor shall we get admission into the Heavenly Canaan, because of unbelief.
and our Case will be as bad as that of the Israelites of old, they could not enter into the Earthly, nor shall we get admission into the Heavenly Canaan, Because of unbelief.
hence the Apostle St. James, when he had advised us before, that, laying apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, we would receive with meekness the engrafted Word, which is able to save our souls, James 1.21. He immediately adds, ver. 22. But be ye doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own souls:
hence the Apostle Saint James, when he had advised us before, that, laying apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, we would receive with meekness the engrafted Word, which is able to save our Souls, James 1.21. He immediately adds, ver. 22. But be you doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own Souls:
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But wherein do all the soundest Doctrines tend to advance these things, if those Doctrines are not reduced to Practice in Mens Lives and Conversations? If I am a Brawler,
But wherein do all the soundest Doctrines tend to advance these things, if those Doctrines Are not reduced to Practice in Men's Lives and Conversations? If I am a Brawler,
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if Quarrelsom and Litigious, and continue so, though I every day hear Sermons and Discourses tending to Peace and Unity, what am I the better for them? they'll bear Witness against me indeed, in case of an irreclaimable Temper,
if Quarrelsome and Litigious, and continue so, though I every day hear Sermons and Discourses tending to Peace and Unity, what am I the better for them? They'll bear Witness against me indeed, in case of an irreclaimable Temper,
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yea, rather happy are they who hear the Word of God, and keep it, Luke 11.28. The other Privileges may be enjoy'd, and those who enjoy them may perish for ever.
yea, rather happy Are they who hear the Word of God, and keep it, Lycia 11.28. The other Privileges may be enjoyed, and those who enjoy them may perish for ever.
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but he who doth the Will of my Father which is in Heaven; is our Saviour's unchangeable determination, Matth. 7.21. Here then we may take some notice of the Discourse of Christians concerning Edification: Edifying, primarily, signifies raising up a Building on a Foundation already laid:
but he who does the Will of my Father which is in Heaven; is our Saviour's unchangeable determination, Matthew 7.21. Here then we may take Some notice of the Discourse of Christians Concerning Edification: Edifying, primarily, signifies raising up a Building on a Foundation already laid:
Edifying, in a spiritual sense, signifies making a compleat Christian upon Principles of sound Faith laid in before, so that the Person truly Edified is one upon whom the Word of God preach'd makes such impressions, that he grows larger every day,
Edifying, in a spiritual sense, signifies making a complete Christian upon Principles of found Faith laid in before, so that the Person truly Edified is one upon whom the Word of God preached makes such impressions, that he grows larger every day,
so the Fruits of that Faith are Holiness and Righteousness; which, if true, then no Man can be said to edifie by a Sermon, who does not grow wiser and better by it;
so the Fruits of that Faith Are Holiness and Righteousness; which, if true, then no Man can be said to edify by a Sermon, who does not grow Wiser and better by it;
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nor can any one be said to be a more edifying Pastor or Teacher than others, whose Flock are not clearer in their Faith, and sounder and more innocent in their Practises than other Men.
nor can any one be said to be a more edifying Pastor or Teacher than Others, whose Flock Are not clearer in their Faith, and sounder and more innocent in their Practises than other Men.
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But if Men should hear an Angel from Heaven preach, according to his Nature, nothing but what's Holy and Divine, and should not be able to give a better account of their Faith, nor farther correct their Manners after they had heard him, it must be owned, that even such a Sermon from such a Preacher, is not edifying to the Hearer.
But if Men should hear an Angel from Heaven preach, according to his Nature, nothing but what's Holy and Divine, and should not be able to give a better account of their Faith, nor farther correct their Manners After they had herd him, it must be owned, that even such a Sermon from such a Preacher, is not edifying to the Hearer.
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nor the Preacher, who has not affected his own Reformation. St. Paul was but weak in speech, and despicable in person, 2 Cor. 10.10. yet he built up more Christians by the Purity and Exemplariness of his Life, than all the popular Orators in the World.
nor the Preacher, who has not affected his own Reformation. Saint Paul was but weak in speech, and despicable in person, 2 Cor. 10.10. yet he built up more Christians by the Purity and Exemplariness of his Life, than all the popular Orators in the World.
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We live in a World that's troublesom enough, and the more a Man studies to do well in it, the more he exposes himself to the Hatred and Revenge of those who are set on fire of Hell.
We live in a World that's troublesome enough, and the more a Man studies to do well in it, the more he exposes himself to the Hatred and Revenge of those who Are Set on fire of Hell.
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Our Saviour did no Sin, nor could any of his Adversaries convince him of it, but our Saviour, because his Innocence condemned a wicked World, was hated, persecuted, murdered.
Our Saviour did no since, nor could any of his Adversaries convince him of it, but our Saviour, Because his Innocence condemned a wicked World, was hated, persecuted, murdered.
The Apostles preached and practised, the Primitive Christians believed and practised the best, the most heavenly Things. The generality of the World lived in Sin,
The Apostles preached and practised, the Primitive Christians believed and practised the best, the most heavenly Things. The generality of the World lived in since,
and loved those Sins they lived in, therefore they prosecuted those admirable Persons with indefatigable Rage and Envy, and it will be so to the end of the World;
and loved those Sins they lived in, Therefore they prosecuted those admirable Persons with indefatigable Rage and Envy, and it will be so to the end of the World;
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The wicked watcheth the Righteous, and seeketh to slay him, Psal. 37.32. that Work is agreeable to his Nature, and the Righteous must be patient under it.
The wicked watches the Righteous, and seeks to slay him, Psalm 37.32. that Work is agreeable to his Nature, and the Righteous must be patient under it.
Just Men are always doing good, endeavouring the Peace, and Assistance, and Support of others, the requital they have is commonly Baseness, Ingratitude, Treachery, and down-right Villany:
Just Men Are always doing good, endeavouring the Peace, and Assistance, and Support of Others, the requital they have is commonly Baseness, Ingratitude, Treachery, and downright Villainy:
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Yea, his own familiar Friends, in whom he trusted, which did eat of his Bread, will presume to lift up their heels against him, as David complains, Psal. 41.9. and David 's Lord, John 13.18.
Yea, his own familiar Friends, in whom he trusted, which did eat of his Bred, will presume to lift up their heels against him, as David complains, Psalm 41.9. and David is Lord, John 13.18.
Its true, such Judas 's commonly hang themselves, and die unpitied, unlamented, yet these Vermin are as troublesome to good Men, as the Plagues of Flies and Lice to the Egyptians. But how happy, in the midst of all such Vexations from abroad, are those who have peace with God, and who, being conscious of no guilt, no dishonesty, no injury done to any, can Sleep without disturbance, can Smile without dissembling, can Converse without sullenness, can debate Matters without passion,
Its true, such Judas is commonly hang themselves, and die unpitied, unlamented, yet these Vermin Are as troublesome to good Men, as the Plagues of Flies and Lice to the egyptians. But how happy, in the midst of all such Vexations from abroad, Are those who have peace with God, and who, being conscious of no guilt, no dishonesty, no injury done to any, can Sleep without disturbance, can Smile without dissembling, can Converse without sullenness, can debate Matters without passion,
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Nay, though the Devil himself, and all his Emissaries assault a Man of a clear Conscience, let them endeavour to terrifie him with the inexorable Justice of God, with the uselesness and impertinence of Repentance, with the boasts of his own mighty Power, and the unpardonableness of his past Crimes, all these Suggestions vanish into Air,
Nay, though the devil himself, and all his Emissaries assault a Man of a clear Conscience, let them endeavour to terrify him with the inexorable justice of God, with the uselessness and impertinence of Repentance, with the boasts of his own mighty Power, and the unpardonableness of his past Crimes, all these Suggestions vanish into Air,
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and with a perfect heart, and have done that which was good in thy sight, 2 Kings 20.3. All the Balm in Gilead has not so healing a Vertue as such Words in a sincere Christians Mouth.
and with a perfect heart, and have done that which was good in thy sighed, 2 Kings 20.3. All the Balm in Gilead has not so healing a Virtue as such Words in a sincere Christians Mouth.
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they are agreeable to the Nature of that Spirit who imparts them, they are Love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, Faith, meekness, temperance, Gal. 5.22, 23. Love, that heavenly Grace by which we keep the Commandments;
they Are agreeable to the Nature of that Spirit who imparts them, they Are Love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, Goodness, Faith, meekness, temperance, Gal. 5.22, 23. Love, that heavenly Grace by which we keep the commandments;
yet we may rejoyce in the Lord, and joy in the God of our Salvation, Habak. 3.17, 18. Peace, that whereby we are reconciled to our heavenly Father in Christ Jesus, whereby we are freed from inward Gripes and Pangs,
yet we may rejoice in the Lord, and joy in the God of our Salvation, Habak. 3.17, 18. Peace, that whereby we Are reconciled to our heavenly Father in christ jesus, whereby we Are freed from inward Gripes and Pangs,
Gentleness, whereby we put off our fierce and brutal Natures, and shew true Humanity improv'd and perfected by Grace. Goodness, by which we distribute God's Blessings freely to the Indigent, Knowledge and Instruction to the Ignorant,
Gentleness, whereby we put off our fierce and brutal Nature's, and show true Humanity improved and perfected by Grace. goodness, by which we distribute God's Blessings freely to the Indigent, Knowledge and Instruction to the Ignorant,
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Meekness, whereby we can manage our selves decently with our Brethren, not being captious, not peevish, not easily provoked, not overweening of our selves,
Meekness, whereby we can manage our selves decently with our Brothers, not being captious, not peevish, not Easily provoked, not overweening of our selves,
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but ready and desirous to be persuaded in temporal, and instructed in spiritual Matters. And Temperance, by which we can use all God's Creatures with Sobriety and Moderation, not ruffle our Minds, nor distemper our Bodies, but maintain and improve our Constitutions so,
but ready and desirous to be persuaded in temporal, and instructed in spiritual Matters. And Temperance, by which we can use all God's Creatures with Sobriety and Moderation, not ruffle our Minds, nor distemper our Bodies, but maintain and improve our Constitutions so,
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and beg of Heaven for you. It may perhaps seem bold in me to use the Apostle's Words; but knowing that I have exercised my self herein, to keep a Conscience always void of offence toward you, and having in all things endeavoured to discharge my Duty to you,
and beg of Heaven for you. It may perhaps seem bold in me to use the Apostle's Words; but knowing that I have exercised my self herein, to keep a Conscience always void of offence towards you, and having in all things endeavoured to discharge my Duty to you,
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and follow his Faith, remembring the end of his Conversation, Jesus Christ the same yesterday, to day and for ever, Hebr. 13.7, 8. That is my End, and that I hope will always be yours, and, that it may be so, think a little seriously on these things.
and follow his Faith, remembering the end of his Conversation, jesus christ the same yesterday, to day and for ever, Hebrew 13.7, 8. That is my End, and that I hope will always be yours, and, that it may be so, think a little seriously on these things.
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nor have you ever heard one Word from me, tending to promote my own Interests. Your Salvation was what I aim'd at, what might conduce to that I preach'd,
nor have you ever herd one Word from me, tending to promote my own Interests. Your Salvation was what I aimed At, what might conduce to that I preached,
I have studied among you, not to prove my self of mighty Learning, but to explain and clear up necessary and important Truths; and on whatsoever Point I have discoursed to you, I have endeavoured to declare to you the whole Counsel of God in that particular.
I have studied among you, not to prove my self of mighty Learning, but to explain and clear up necessary and important Truths; and on whatsoever Point I have discoursed to you, I have endeavoured to declare to you the Whole Counsel of God in that particular.
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as concluding that good Language might consist well enough with the simplicity of Instruction. I need not mention how great and how constant my Pains have been, all, who have attended here, can witness that, which I mention, not to boast of,
as concluding that good Language might consist well enough with the simplicity of Instruction. I need not mention how great and how constant my Pains have been, all, who have attended Here, can witness that, which I mention, not to boast of,
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I have Catechised as many of your Children as, with your leave, I might, that I should have had more of that Employment, would have been my Delight, and was your Duty: May Almighty God never lay that great Sin to your Charge,
I have Catechised as many of your Children as, with your leave, I might, that I should have had more of that Employment, would have been my Delight, and was your Duty: May Almighty God never lay that great since to your Charge,
I have explained the Catechism at large, and have almost gone through it four times, that those of elder Years might recover the Principles of their Religion, and remember what's too easily forgotten. I have explained that admirable Lyturgy, which our Holy Mother has appointed for Publick Worship, that, understanding it throughly, you might value it justly,
I have explained the Catechism At large, and have almost gone through it four times, that those of elder years might recover the Principles of their Religion, and Remember what's too Easily forgotten. I have explained that admirable Liturgy, which our Holy Mother has appointed for Public Worship, that, understanding it thoroughly, you might valve it justly,
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I have explained all the Articles of our Faith, not according to the new ways of Ʋnitarians and Atheists, but according to the genuine Tenour of Scripture, and the current Sense of unwrested Antiquity. I have laid before you the meaning of every Commandment, not in that narrow way which some would confine them to,
I have explained all the Articles of our Faith, not according to the new ways of Ʋnitarians and Atheists, but according to the genuine Tenor of Scripture, and the current Sense of unwrested Antiquity. I have laid before you the meaning of every Commandment, not in that narrow Way which Some would confine them to,
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I have explained that heavenly Form of Prayer, which the Son of God taught his own Apostles, a Form perfect in every respect, which he who uses not with Reverence, can never be a Christian.
I have explained that heavenly From of Prayer, which the Son of God taught his own Apostles, a From perfect in every respect, which he who uses not with reverence, can never be a Christian.
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though I can't boast of any extraordinary Success, I have endeavoured from time to time, by Preparatory Sermons, to fit You for that Holy Communion. I have taken every accidental Opportunity to inculcate seasonable Truths, to which the Circumstances of Time might best prepare you.
though I can't boast of any extraordinary Success, I have endeavoured from time to time, by Preparatory Sermons, to fit You for that Holy Communion. I have taken every accidental Opportunity to inculcate seasonable Truths, to which the circumstances of Time might best prepare you.
And as I have generally done my Work my self, so if Illness or Necessity has at any time required help of others, I have provided such as at least were never the Scandal either of the Gown or Pulpit. Thus have I preached among you,
And as I have generally done my Work my self, so if Illness or Necessity has At any time required help of Others, I have provided such as At least were never the Scandal either of the Gown or Pulpit. Thus have I preached among you,
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but have shew'd you, and have taught you publickly, and, as any have desired it, from House to House, I have sown good Seed, God grant the Ground may be but fruitful!
but have showed you, and have taught you publicly, and, as any have desired it, from House to House, I have sown good Seed, God grant the Ground may be but fruitful!
I'm sure I have defended no Heretical, no dangerous Opinions among you, to subvert your Faith; but I have endeavoured to keep out all such Notions from among you,
I'm sure I have defended no Heretical, no dangerous Opinions among you, to subvert your Faith; but I have endeavoured to keep out all such Notions from among you,
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but whom have I ever taught to take God's Name in vain, to Swear, to Curse, to Blaspheme, or to speak any thing unbecoming their Profession? Whom have I lead into Perjury, or instructed to break their solemn Vows, or common humane Obligations? If I have taught any to spend the Lord's Day lazily, wickedly, in Fields, in Taverns, in lewd Company,
but whom have I ever taught to take God's Name in vain, to Swear, to Curse, to Blaspheme, or to speak any thing unbecoming their Profession? Whom have I led into Perjury, or instructed to break their solemn Vows, or Common humane Obligations? If I have taught any to spend the Lord's Day lazily, wickedly, in Fields, in Taverns, in lewd Company,
to entertain rebellious or murmuring Thoughts, or to speak scandalously or ignorantly of our Superiors: If I have Prosecuted any with Revenge or Malice upon the most notorious Provocations;
to entertain rebellious or murmuring Thoughts, or to speak scandalously or ignorantly of our Superiors: If I have Prosecuted any with Revenge or Malice upon the most notorious Provocations;
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or have not rather suffered Wrong in abundance, of which I carry the terrible Scars about me to this day, rather than Sue or Prosecute the Injurious: If I have been guilty of any of these things, let all, who know it, witness against me.
or have not rather suffered Wrong in abundance, of which I carry the terrible Scars about me to this day, rather than Sue or Prosecute the Injurious: If I have been guilty of any of these things, let all, who know it, witness against me.
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And if they cannot, look you to it, if you be Guilty of any of these Sins which I have always preached against from, hence, and in my Life and Conversation.
And if they cannot, look you to it, if you be Guilty of any of these Sins which I have always preached against from, hence, and in my Life and Conversation.
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I may have preach'd the Truth, and have practised agreeably, and both for my own sake; but it could not be for my own sake, that I quitted my Pretences to a Certainty, to come among you, from whom, upon my Acquaintance or Provision made to that purpose, I could promise my self nothing. The Success was wonderful and encouraging, till Hell and wicked Men enrag'd at it, sow'd Divisions among us,
I may have preached the Truth, and have practised agreeably, and both for my own sake; but it could not be for my own sake, that I quit my Pretences to a Certainty, to come among you, from whom, upon my Acquaintance or Provision made to that purpose, I could promise my self nothing. The Success was wondered and encouraging, till Hell and wicked Men enraged At it, sowed Divisions among us,
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I could not but be a looser by it, yet you always found me the same Man, and, however my Livelihood fell short, you never heard any Murmuring or Repining from me.
I could not but be a looser by it, yet you always found me the same Man, and, however my Livelihood fell short, you never herd any Murmuring or Repining from me.
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I was not quite deprived yet of opportunity to Instruct you; and, that I might do good to you, I took upon me a task above common strength, I served others that I might more comfortably serve you,
I was not quite deprived yet of opportunity to Instruct you; and, that I might do good to you, I took upon me a task above Common strength, I served Others that I might more comfortably serve you,
I have loved my private Friends, I have loved my Family, I have loved my Life, but, I call God to witness, I have loved the House of God, and you the Inhabitants of it more than all, and for your good, can as freely lay down all my worldly Comforts,
I have loved my private Friends, I have loved my Family, I have loved my Life, but, I call God to witness, I have loved the House of God, and you the Inhabitants of it more than all, and for your good, can as freely lay down all my worldly Comforts,
may God in mercy divert my Fear, and may he, of his Goodness, if you maintain this, send a sober, pious, and exemplary Preacher to take care of you, and to live among you:
may God in mercy divert my fear, and may he, of his goodness, if you maintain this, send a Sobrium, pious, and exemplary Preacher to take care of you, and to live among you:
and God, I'm sure, is not unrighteous that he should forget their Works and Labours that proceed of Love, which Love they have shew'd to me and mine for his Name's sake.
and God, I'm sure, is not unrighteous that he should forget their Works and Labours that proceed of Love, which Love they have showed to me and mine for his Name's sake.
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