The preachers tripartite in three books. The first to raise devotion in divine meditations upon Psalm XXV : the second to administer comfort by conference with the soul, in particular cases of conscience : the third to establish truth and peace, in several sermons agianst the present heresies and schisms / by R. Mossom ...
THE FIRST SERMON UPON 1 COR. 11.19. There must be also Heresies among you, that they which are approved, may be made manifest among you. THE INTRODUCTION.
THE FIRST SERMON UPON 1 COR. 11.19. There must be also Heresies among you, that they which Are approved, may be made manifest among you. THE INTRODUCTION.
IT is our joy as well as our glory, that we can say of our English Church, what Lyrinensis does of Origen 's Family, That it is made Illustrious by Martyrdom, as with a Royal Crown;
IT is our joy as well as our glory, that we can say of our English Church, what Lerins does of Origen is Family, That it is made Illustrious by Martyrdom, as with a Royal Crown;
and beautified with the magnificent furniture of all kinde of Learning, whether it be that of divers Tongues, of Humane Sciences, or in Divine Mysteries;
and beautified with the magnificent furniture of all kind of Learning, whither it be that of diverse Tongues, of Humane Sciences, or in Divine Mysteres;
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how does our sad experience tell us, That with the bu lding up of Sion, Satan and his agents have begun to destroy and pull down what was built? The holy zeal of Martyrs and Saints hath been undermined with the Hypocritical zeal of Heresie and Schisms: Heresie endeavoring to pervert the Catholick Doctrine, and Schism to subvert the Apostolick Discipline of our Church,
how does our sad experience tell us, That with the bu lding up of Sion, Satan and his agents have begun to destroy and pull down what was built? The holy zeal of Martyrs and Saints hath been undermined with the Hypocritical zeal of Heresy and Schisms: Heresy endeavouring to pervert the Catholic Doctrine, and Schism to subvert the Apostolic Discipline of our Church,
yea, this whole Nation, once incorruptae veritatis Sacrarium, the very Temple of chast Truth, is now become in the words of Vincentius, Turpium errorum Lupanar, the unclean Stews of adulterate Errors.
yea, this Whole nation, once incorruptae veritatis Sacrarium, the very Temple of chaste Truth, is now become in the words of Vincentius, Turpium Errorum Lupanar, the unclean Stews of adulterate Errors.
even to a making the greater number wholly irreligious? It is an hard, yet a just censure, That men either turn Scepticks, and question all things; or Atheists, and believe nothing:
even to a making the greater number wholly irreligious? It is an hard, yet a just censure, That men either turn Sceptics, and question all things; or Atheists, and believe nothing:
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But (Beloved) in this general defection, however persons Schismatical, Heretical, and Atheistical, however they forsake the Church as the Capernaits did Christ, who followed him for the loaves;
But (beloved) in this general defection, however Persons Schismatical, Heretical, and Atheistical, however they forsake the Church as the Capernaits did christ, who followed him for the loaves;
and I hear with joy, the secret whisper of your secret thoughts, returning the Church St. Peters answer of a NONLATINALPHABET, To whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eternal life.
and I hear with joy, the secret whisper of your secret thoughts, returning the Church Saint Peter's answer of a, To whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of Eternal life.
In the first general part, the Premunition, observe four particulars, the evil foretold; in its quality of nature; its quantity of guilt; its certainty of event; and its propinquity of danger.
In the First general part, the Premunition, observe four particulars, the evil foretold; in its quality of nature; its quantity of guilt; its certainty of event; and its propinquity of danger.
First, Its quality of nature, Heresies: Secondly, Its quantity of guilt, NONLATINALPHABET, also or even Heresies: Thirdly, The certainty of event, NONLATINALPHABET there must be also Heresies:
First, Its quality of nature, Heresies: Secondly, Its quantity of guilt,, also or even Heresies: Thirdly, The certainty of event, there must be also Heresies:
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Fourthly, The propinquity of danger, NONLATINALPHABET among you. There must be also Heresies among you. In the second general part, the Premunition, observe two particulars, a Fore-arming them with Constancy,
Fourthly, The propinquity of danger, among you. There must be also Heresies among you. In the second general part, the Premunition, observe two particulars, a Forearming them with Constancy,
and with Comfort ▪ Constancy in the Faith, and comfort in their Tryal. First, Constancy in the Faith, That they be approved. Secondly, Comfort in their Tryal;
and with Comfort ▪ Constancy in the Faith, and Comfort in their Trial. First, Constancy in the Faith, That they be approved. Secondly, Comfort in their Trial;
THe first general part, the Premonition, and therein of the first particular, The evil foretold, in its quality of nature, Heresies. There must be also Heresies.
THe First general part, the Premonition, and therein of the First particular, The evil foretold, in its quality of nature, Heresies. There must be also Heresies.
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We will consider the name, and then the nature. 1. The name NONLATINALPHABET, it is derived (say the best Etymologists) NONLATINALPHABET, from chusing;
We will Consider the name, and then the nature. 1. The name, it is derived (say the best Etymologists), from choosing;
and joyning the materiale and the formale of Heresie together, I conceive, we may thus define it, to be a Pertinacious error of judgment in the Fundamental Doctrines of Faith.
and joining the material and the formal of Heresy together, I conceive, we may thus define it, to be a Pertinacious error of judgement in the Fundamental Doctrines of Faith.
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for there are some Doctrines of greater obscurity, and some of less moment; in which we have the Apostles indulgence, Every man to abound in his own sense;
for there Are Some Doctrines of greater obscurity, and Some of less moment; in which we have the Apostles indulgence, Every man to abound in his own sense;
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Look we back upon the Primitive times themselves, and how do we finde Chrysostome and Epiphanius, Basil and Damasus, Jerome and Austine, Victor and Irenaeus, and others,
Look we back upon the Primitive times themselves, and how do we find Chrysostom and Epiphanius, Basil and Damasus, Jerome and Augustine, Victor and Irnaeus, and Others,
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though learned and holy men, Famous in their Generations; yet in matters of some consequence, though of less moment, differing in their opinions, and so necessarily some of them erroneous;
though learned and holy men, Famous in their Generations; yet in matters of Some consequence, though of less moment, differing in their opinions, and so necessarily Some of them erroneous;
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yet did not their dissention of judgments (in which they were excellent Paterns of Hum•lity and Charity) yet d•d not (I say) their dissention of judgments break forth into disunion of hearts; but in all things th•y held fast the bond of love,
yet did not their dissension of Judgments (in which they were excellent Patterns of Hum•lity and Charity) yet d•d not (I say) their dissension of Judgments break forth into disunion of hearts; but in all things th•y held fast the bound of love,
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e•ther evertendo, or concutiendo; in direct terms, or by necessary consequence; either manifestly overthrowing, or dangerously shaking the very basis and foundation of our Christian Religion.
e•ther evertendo, or concutiendo; in Direct terms, or by necessary consequence; either manifestly overthrowing, or dangerously shaking the very basis and Foundation of our Christian Religion.
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But here is the great quaere, What Doctrines of Faith are fundamental, in which to erre with pertinacy, is Heretical? Here, not to determine the cause,
But Here is the great quaere, What Doctrines of Faith Are fundamental, in which to err with pertinacy, is Heretical? Here, not to determine the cause,
But how then is Jesus Christ objectivè, the foundation of our Faith? Why in his one Person, his divers Natures, his different Estates, his several Offices, and his inestimable Benefits.
But how then is jesus christ objectivè, the Foundation of our Faith? Why in his one Person, his diverse Nature's, his different Estates, his several Offices, and his inestimable Benefits.
According to all which (me thinks) our Church gives us the best Commentary upon the Apostles Text, in that Analogy of Faith, set forth in the Apostles Creed, the Decalogue, the Lords Prayer,
According to all which (me thinks) our Church gives us the best Commentary upon the Apostles Text, in that Analogy of Faith, Set forth in the Apostles Creed, the Decalogue, the lords Prayer,
and Gods Word to have forbidden them, that is Heresie. So then dogmatically to deny any Article of our Creed, any Command of the Decalogue, any Petition of the Lords Prayer, any Essential part of the Sacraments, is Heretical.
and God's Word to have forbidden them, that is Heresy. So then dogmatically to deny any Article of our Creed, any Command of the Decalogue, any Petition of the lords Prayer, any Essential part of the Sacraments, is Heretical.
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yet was he not himself an Heretick, And why? Quia paratus fuit Ecclesiae Judicio acquiescere, Because he was ready to acquiesce in the Churches judgment.
yet was he not himself an Heretic, And why? Quia Ready fuit Ecclesiae Judicio acquiescere, Because he was ready to acquiesce in the Churches judgement.
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St. Augustine undertakes to be his compurgator, That he would have corrected his judgment and rectified his opinion being by so much, the more excellent, by how much he was the more humble.
Saint Augustine undertakes to be his compurgator, That he would have corrected his judgement and rectified his opinion being by so much, the more excellent, by how much he was the more humble.
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To this instance of St. Cyprian, Bishop of Carthage, adde we an other of St. Hilary, Bishop of Poictiers: Who is it that does not read his name in the Album or Church Roll of Holy and Orthodox Fathers? Yet how doth he again and again, write plain Heresie,
To this instance of Saint Cyprian, Bishop of Carthage, add we an other of Saint Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers: Who is it that does not read his name in the Album or Church Roll of Holy and Orthodox Father's? Yet how does he again and again, write plain Heresy,
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as to the Error of Judgment, concerning the indolency of Christs Humane nature? He affirms, That Christ had Corpus quidem ad paciendum, sed non naturam ad dolendum, a Body indeed to suffer,
as to the Error of Judgement, Concerning the indolency of Christ Humane nature? He affirms, That christ had Corpus quidem ad paciendum, sed non naturam ad dolendum, a Body indeed to suffer,
but seek the truth in a wary tenderness, and cautelous solicitude, Corrigi parati cum invenerint, being ready to amend their Error when they finde the truth:
but seek the truth in a wary tenderness, and cautelous solicitude, Corrigi Parati cum invenerint, being ready to amend their Error when they find the truth:
Thus we have laid open unto you the several particulars of Heresies definition, as a pertinacious Error of Judgment, in the Fundamental Doctrines of Faith:
Thus we have laid open unto you the several particulars of Heresies definition, as a pertinacious Error of Judgement, in the Fundamental Doctrines of Faith:
Such a Scelerata praesumptio, such a daring and high-towering presumption Lirinensis tells us was in Nestorius; who boasted himself, the first and onely man who understood Scripture;
Such a Scelerata praesumptio, such a daring and high-towering presumption Lirinensis tells us was in Nestorius; who boasted himself, the First and only man who understood Scripture;
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such a pride is common to all Hereticks, especially those of the Anabaptists race; all Gnosticks for their pretensions of knowledge in Divine Mysteries.
such a pride is Common to all Heretics, especially those of the Anabaptists raze; all Gnostics for their pretensions of knowledge in Divine Mysteres.
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But as St. Paul gives us the resolution, If any man consent not to the Doctrine which is according unto Godliness, NONLATINALPHABET he is puft up with an airy conceit of knowing much,
But as Saint Paul gives us the resolution, If any man consent not to the Doctrine which is according unto Godliness, he is puffed up with an airy conceit of knowing much,
It is the Hereticks aim to be all Masters in Israel, Gamaliels all, Preachers all, every one a Simon Magus, a NONLATINALPHABET, Some great one. And this Pride it is that begets Pertinacy;
It is the Heretics aim to be all Masters in Israel, Gamaliels all, Preachers all, every one a Simon Magus, a, some great one. And this Pride it is that begets Pertinacy;
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And therefore St. Austin writing against Julian the Pelagian, he thus bespeaks him, When thou hast overcome come that pertinacy with which thou art held,
And Therefore Saint Austin writing against Julian the Pelagian, he thus bespeaks him, When thou hast overcome come that pertinacy with which thou art held,
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Though in this of retracting error, they have learned St. Augustine for their pattern. They shame to recant errors, yet shame not to oppose the truth.
Though in this of retracting error, they have learned Saint Augustine for their pattern. They shame to recant errors, yet shame not to oppose the truth.
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It is the excellent observation of Gregory in his Morals, that it oftentimes comes to pass by a dispensation of just Judgment, That some men by their corrupt lives which they lead, do lose that sound truth which they profess;
It is the excellent observation of Gregory in his Morals, that it oftentimes comes to pass by a Dispensation of just Judgement, That Some men by their corrupt lives which they led, do loose that found truth which they profess;
But all this while, wretched men, they consider not, that when Satan hath engaged any in Heresie vail'd with a formal holiness, he hath him more sure in his Net,
But all this while, wretched men, they Consider not, that when Satan hath engaged any in Heresy veiled with a formal holiness, he hath him more sure in his Net,
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this is not thy thorow Conversion, but thy further Reprobation, (I say it again (Beloved) and remember I have told it you) To be taken off from open Prophaneness,
this is not thy thorough Conversion, but thy further Reprobation, (I say it again (beloved) and Remember I have told it you) To be taken off from open Profaneness,
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Thus Arrius in envy and malice to Alexander, Bishop of Alexandria; and Donatus in envy and malice to Cecilian, Bishop of Carthage; they broach their Heresies,
Thus Arius in envy and malice to Alexander, Bishop of Alexandria; and Donatus in envy and malice to Cecilian, Bishop of Carthage; they broach their Heresies,
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And thus Cyprian having Tertullian in so great admiration, as to a Da Magistrum calling to his Amanuensis, he used to say of Tertullians Works, Give me my Master.
And thus Cyprian having Tertullian in so great admiration, as to a Dam Magistrum calling to his Amanuensis, he used to say of Tertullia's Works, Give me my Master.
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Our Saviour will have us to acknowledge no Master but Christ; none to an NONLATINALPHABET, ipse dixit, none whose will we may make our Law, his word our Rule;
Our Saviour will have us to acknowledge no Master but christ; none to an, ipse dixit, none whose will we may make our Law, his word our Rule;
He, he is our Sacred Oracle, to whom we are directed by a voice from Heaven, with an audite eum hear ye him, him, who is full of grace and truth, who can neither deceive with error, nor seduce unto sin;
He, he is our Sacred Oracle, to whom we Are directed by a voice from Heaven, with an audite Eum hear you him, him, who is full of grace and truth, who can neither deceive with error, nor seduce unto since;
4. A familiarity with Hereticks, and a careless indifferency in mens selves. The plague is not more catching, pitch is not more defiling, then Heresie;
4. A familiarity with Heretics, and a careless indifferency in men's selves. The plague is not more catching, pitch is not more defiling, then Heresy;
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Wherefore from men of corrupt mindes and destitute of the truth, St. Pauls gives Timothy the admonition of an abscede, From such turn away, withdraw thy self, shun the congregations of Heresie,
Wherefore from men of corrupt minds and destitute of the truth, Saint Paul's gives Timothy the admonition of an abscede, From such turn away, withdraw thy self, shun the congregations of Heresy,
and embrace their opinions? If so, remember our Saviours admonition, Beware of false Prophets; lend them not too much your ear, not at all your bosome;
and embrace their opinions? If so, Remember our Saviors admonition, Beware of false prophets; lend them not too much your ear, not At all your bosom;
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Such a NONLATINALPHABET, as Isidore calls it, such a laziness and sloth of spirit is upon many, that they care not to trouble themselves with examining what is truth;
Such a, as Isidore calls it, such a laziness and sloth of Spirit is upon many, that they care not to trouble themselves with examining what is truth;
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but upon any solicitations to Popery, to Schism, to Heresie, call to your assistance and advice, some able and faithful Confessor, some reverend Father, or learned Minister of the Church;
but upon any solicitations to Popery, to Schism, to Heresy, call to your assistance and Advice, Some able and faithful Confessor, Some reverend Father, or learned Minister of the Church;
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let Humility seek, and it findes Truth, but let Curiosity seek, and it finds Heresie; let Prayer seek in a devotion of Piety, and it finds Grace and Peace;
let Humility seek, and it finds Truth, but let Curiosity seek, and it finds Heresy; let Prayer seek in a devotion of Piety, and it finds Grace and Peace;
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The Foxes would not trouble the Vineyard, were it not for the Grapes, neither would Heresie and Schism so much rend and tear the Church, were it not for her Revenues. That poorer Fry and meaner Sect of Quakers, would not,
The Foxes would not trouble the Vineyard, were it not for the Grapes, neither would Heresy and Schism so much rend and tear the Church, were it not for her Revenues. That Poorer Fry and meaner Sect of Quakers, would not,
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as they do, Creep into houses, and boast themselves in so poor a Triumph, as a leading captive silly women, were it not as some mens ruined estates can tell them, That there-out they suck no small advantage.
as they do, Creep into houses, and boast themselves in so poor a Triumph, as a leading captive silly women, were it not as Some men's ruined estates can tell them, That thereout they suck no small advantage.
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And I refer it to the Consciences of most Ministers, whether the sequestred Living was not the strongest Argument to convince their Judgments, to a deserting as well as a dissenting, from what they had subscribed;
And I refer it to the Consciences of most Ministers, whither the sequestered Living was not the Strongest Argument to convince their Judgments, to a deserting as well as a dissenting, from what they had subscribed;
yea, I refer it to the Conscience of every Sacrilegious Invader of the Churches possessions, whether this be not the great weight which keeps down his wishes of the Churches restoring,
yea, I refer it to the Conscience of every Sacrilegious Invader of the Churches possessions, whither this be not the great weight which keeps down his wishes of the Churches restoring,
even the thoughts of vomiting up the morsels he hath so greedily swallowed, giving up the possessions he hath so covetously seized? When covetous and ambitious mindes, see profit and preferment soonest obtained by Faction;
even the thoughts of vomiting up the morsels he hath so greedily swallowed, giving up the possessions he hath so covetously seized? When covetous and ambitious minds, see profit and preferment soonest obtained by Faction;
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what Schism, what Heresie, yea, what Perjury will they not allow, embrace, and follow? Primianus and Maximianus heads of two Donatist factions, St. Augustine tells them, That, were it not for Faction, Primianus would be Postremianus, and Maximianus, Minimianus: The like we may say, of the greatest Patriarchs of Heresies and Schisms, That, were it not for Faction, kept up by covetousness and ambition, they would soon become as low in esteem, as in merit;
what Schism, what Heresy, yea, what Perjury will they not allow, embrace, and follow? Primianus and Maximianus Heads of two Donatist factions, Saint Augustine tells them, That, were it not for Faction, Primianus would be Postremianus, and Maximianus, Minimian: The like we may say, of the greatest Patriarchs of Heresies and Schisms, That, were it not for Faction, kept up by covetousness and ambition, they would soon become as low in esteem, as in merit;
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Satan he is the Father of lies, and therefore as Ignatius saith, NONLATINALPHABET, Heretical opinions they must needs be Satans off-spring, the Devils inventions.
Satan he is the Father of lies, and Therefore as Ignatius Says,, Heretical opinions they must needs be Satan offspring, the Devils Inventions.
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And as Heresies are from Satan, as the Father of lies, so begot of the Flesh as the mother of corruption; and therefore the works of the flesh are manifest, saith the Apostle, amongst which are reckoned up, with adultery and murders, Seditions and Heresies. Some carnal affection, either of pride and pertinacy of spirit,
And as Heresies Are from Satan, as the Father of lies, so begotten of the Flesh as the mother of corruption; and Therefore the works of the Flesh Are manifest, Says the Apostle, among which Are reckoned up, with adultery and murders, Seditions and Heresies. some carnal affection, either of pride and pertinacy of Spirit,
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and is, as the Womb to bear, so the Paps to nurse this ugly and deformed Brat, the perfect likeness of its father the Devil. And thus we have done with our proposed task, To shew you by what means Satan draw's men to the sin,
and is, as the Womb to bear, so the Paps to nurse this ugly and deformed Brat, the perfect likeness of its father the devil. And thus we have done with our proposed task, To show you by what means Satan draw's men to the since,
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For, this is our Calling, to walk worthy of the Lord NONLATINALPHABET in all well pleasing. Of which general notion, the Greek Scholiast gives us this equal distribution;
For, this is our Calling, to walk worthy of the Lord in all well pleasing. Of which general notion, the Greek Scholiast gives us this equal distribution;
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And therefore with St. Chrysostome, True Faith is compared unto a sound Ship, without which we cannot pass the Sea of this troublesome World, to the safe Harbor of Heavens rest.
And Therefore with Saint Chrysostom, True Faith is compared unto a found Ship, without which we cannot pass the Sea of this troublesome World, to the safe Harbour of Heavens rest.
For suppose we a man Chaste, Temperate, Hospitable, Just, in his Dealings, Zealous in his Devotions (for such was Pelagius, such was Donatus; yea, such were many of the Arrians, of the Macedonians, even to an high repute amongst the Orthodox themselves,
For suppose we a man Chaste, Temperate, Hospitable, Just, in his Dealings, Zealous in his Devotions (for such was Pelagius, such was Donatus; yea, such were many of the Arians, of the Macedonians, even to an high repute among the Orthodox themselves,
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as St. Basil and Nazianzen, both will witness.) Suppose we then (I say) a man to be Chaste, Temperate, Hospitable, Just in his Dealings, Zealous in his Devotions;
as Saint Basil and Nazianzen, both will witness.) Suppose we then (I say) a man to be Chaste, Temperate, Hospitable, Just in his Dealings, Zealous in his Devotions;
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And this of St. Augustine does well accord with that of St. Paul, 2 Thes. 2.13, 14. Where he gives us to understand, That if we hope to obtain Salvation and glory by Jesus Christ, it must be through sanctification of the Spirit, and belief of the Truth.
And this of Saint Augustine does well accord with that of Saint Paul, 2 Thebes 2.13, 14. Where he gives us to understand, That if we hope to obtain Salvation and glory by jesus christ, it must be through sanctification of the Spirit, and belief of the Truth.
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And therefore search not my Decrees which are secret, but see the truth of my Gospel revealed, which tells thee, that I came into the world to save sinners:
And Therefore search not my Decrees which Are secret, but see the truth of my Gospel revealed, which tells thee, that I Come into the world to save Sinners:
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and therefore yet why wilt thou die? I die, because I carry about with me a body of sin, a law in my members, which presseth me forwards into all impieties.
and Therefore yet why wilt thou die? I die, Because I carry about with me a body of since, a law in my members, which Presseth me forward into all impieties.
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Ay, but I have vanquish'd and triumph'd over death and hell, and offer thee power to break that covenant and dissolve that league, and so return and live;
Ay, but I have vanquished and triumphed over death and hell, and offer thee power to break that Covenant and dissolve that league, and so return and live;
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yea, hear Christ himself in the Ministry of his Word, lovingly inviting thee with a Come unto me: Yet further, he hath made the Ministry of his Word to be an embassage of peace, in which he not only lovingly invites,
yea, hear christ himself in the Ministry of his Word, lovingly inviting thee with a Come unto me: Yet further, he hath made the Ministry of his Word to be an Embassy of peace, in which he not only lovingly invites,
Needs therefore must he be involved in an eternal guilt and misery, unless Christ the Fountain of grace and happiness, uniting us to himself by his Spirit, doth give us a communion with him in his fulness.
Needs Therefore must he be involved in an Eternal guilt and misery, unless christ the Fountain of grace and happiness, uniting us to himself by his Spirit, does give us a communion with him in his fullness.
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The creature then is insufficient to make man happy, seeing it is full of vanity; and man is insufficient to make himself happy, seeing he is full of sin:
The creature then is insufficient to make man happy, seeing it is full of vanity; and man is insufficient to make himself happy, seeing he is full of since:
and the horrors of a future Judgment? all which the truly penitent and faithful soul can happily calm and silence, by vertue of that communion he hath in the righteousness and life of Christ.
and the horrors of a future Judgement? all which the truly penitent and faithful soul can happily Cam and silence, by virtue of that communion he hath in the righteousness and life of christ.
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And as thus Faith hath its excellency from its object, so from its act; whose peculiar office it is to be the instrument of justification and salvation, in an applicatory act conveying the righteousness and life of Christ, to the soul and person of the Believer.
And as thus Faith hath its excellency from its Object, so from its act; whose peculiar office it is to be the Instrument of justification and salvation, in an applicatory act conveying the righteousness and life of christ, to the soul and person of the Believer.
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For that, faith it is, by which as Christ exhibits and communicates himself unto us, so do we in a reciprocal act adhere and wholly give up ourselves unto him;
For that, faith it is, by which as christ exhibits and communicates himself unto us, so do we in a reciprocal act adhere and wholly give up ourselves unto him;
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For that, the holy unction of the Spirit, poured forth upon Christ, runs down from him the Head, to the skirts of his clothing, to the meanest of the faithful:
For that, the holy unction of the Spirit, poured forth upon christ, runs down from him the Head, to the skirts of his clothing, to the Meanest of the faithful:
The same mind, that is, the same sincerity and truth of judgment and profession, the same integrity and sweetness of heart and affections, the same innocence and tenderness of love and compassions. And thus S. Peter exhorts;
The same mind, that is, the same sincerity and truth of judgement and profession, the same integrity and sweetness of heart and affections, the same innocence and tenderness of love and compassions. And thus S. Peter exhorts;
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in that, from the Altar of the Heart, where the fire of the Spirit is first kindled, a vital heat diffuseth it self, to a quickening the whole spiritual man, in each faculty and power of the soul,
in that, from the Altar of the Heart, where the fire of the Spirit is First kindled, a vital heat diffuseth it self, to a quickening the Whole spiritual man, in each faculty and power of the soul,
the lively operations of his Spirit, and the real communication of his benefits. We proceed, to resolve unto you these two necessary Questions or Cases of Conscience;
the lively operations of his Spirit, and the real communication of his benefits. We proceed, to resolve unto you these two necessary Questions or Cases of Conscience;
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Thus is our Lord Jesus Christ the everlasting Fountain of life, the overflowing Spring of grace, all whose streams do run into the bosom of his body, his Church, by vertue of that communion the faithful have with him in the fulness of his benefits, as their head.
Thus is our Lord jesus christ the everlasting Fountain of life, the overflowing Spring of grace, all whose streams do run into the bosom of his body, his Church, by virtue of that communion the faithful have with him in the fullness of his benefits, as their head.
so all to the faithful, in the real communications of his benefits. He is all to the faithful; all Truth to their Illumination; all Righteousness to their Justification; all Holiness to their Sanctification; all Comfort to their Consolation; all Glory to their Exaltation;
so all to the faithful, in the real communications of his benefits. He is all to the faithful; all Truth to their Illumination; all Righteousness to their Justification; all Holiness to their Sanctification; all Comfort to their Consolation; all Glory to their Exaltation;
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whereby it is that we become (which is the honor of our service) willing Subjects of Christs K•ngdom, Members conformable to him their Head, quickened and actuated by his Spirit and grace.
whereby it is that we become (which is the honour of our service) willing Subject's of Christ K•ngdom, Members conformable to him their Head, quickened and actuated by his Spirit and grace.
Thus the Artists skill doth order the Plummets weight, by its natural motion of descending, to distribute and distinguish the houres and minutes of the clock.
Thus the Artists skill does order the Plummets weight, by its natural motion of descending, to distribute and distinguish the hours and minutes of the clock.
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and so sanctifies and sways the whole man to a ready and constant obedience of Faith, a chearful and patient expectation of Hope, together with the devout and fervent aspirings of Love;
and so Sanctifies and sways the Whole man to a ready and constant Obedience of Faith, a cheerful and patient expectation of Hope, together with the devout and fervent aspirings of Love;
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Such the influence of life and grace from Christ, as by a secret and ineffable operation of the Spirit, enlightens the understanding, convinceth the judgment, perswades the affections, inclines the heart, attracts the will, quiets the conscience,
Such the influence of life and grace from christ, as by a secret and ineffable operation of the Spirit, enlightens the understanding, Convinces the judgement, persuades the affections, inclines the heart, attracts the will, quiets the conscience,
and entring the heavenly Jerusalem, he is invested and adored, crowned and worshipped, as King of Angels and Saints, Head of the body the Church. This the second particular;
and entering the heavenly Jerusalem, he is invested and adored, crowned and worshipped, as King of Angels and Saints, Head of the body the Church. This the second particular;
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which signifies, in the language of the sacred Scriptures, sometimes might and power, sometimes majesty and glory, sometimes eternal joy and perfect felicity;
which signifies, in the language of the sacred Scriptures, sometime might and power, sometime majesty and glory, sometime Eternal joy and perfect felicity;
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He is that NONLATINALPHABET, that chief Shepherd; that NONLATINALPHABET, that one and only Shepherd, who lays down his life for his sheep, and delivers his Lambs from the mouth of the Lyon.
He is that, that chief Shepherd; that, that one and only Shepherd, who lays down his life for his sheep, and delivers his Lambs from the Mouth of the lion.
He is that NONLATINALPHABET, that, the Prophet, NONLATINALPHABET, by an excellency above all the Prophets. So that, though no man hath seen God at any time;
He is that, that, the Prophet,, by an excellency above all the prophets. So that, though no man hath seen God At any time;
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And needs must he have the greatest fulness, in whom are hid the richest treasures, the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, of righteousness and truth, of peace and of joy, of holiness and of happiness.
And needs must he have the greatest fullness, in whom Are hid the Richest treasures, the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge, of righteousness and truth, of peace and of joy, of holiness and of happiness.
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This, this our Apostle makes the very formal constituting cause of Christs office and dignity, as Mediator and Head of the Church, that, in him all fulness dwells;
This, this our Apostle makes the very formal constituting cause of Christ office and dignity, as Mediator and Head of the Church, that, in him all fullness dwells;
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whatsoever grace is in his Saints, or excellency in the Angels; All that, and what more can possibly be expressed or conceived, it is an higher degree of perfection,
whatsoever grace is in his Saints, or excellency in the Angels; All that, and what more can possibly be expressed or conceived, it is an higher degree of perfection,
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So that, whatsoever was eminent in the Patriarks, Kings, or Prophets, whatsoever was glorious in the creation of the World, or promulgation of the Law;
So that, whatsoever was eminent in the Patriarchs, Kings, or prophets, whatsoever was glorious in the creation of the World, or Promulgation of the Law;
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The Original expresseth it by an NONLATINALPHABET, which S. Hierom renders by a recapitulari, as a metaphor taken from the manner of Orators, whose usual art it is to sum up the chief parts of the whole Oration, in a short, yet full Epilogue.
The Original Expresses it by an, which S. Hieronymus renders by a recapitulari, as a metaphor taken from the manner of Orators, whose usual art it is to sum up the chief parts of the Whole Oration, in a short, yet full Epilogue.
1. How Christ is said to be the Head of the Church, viz. In th•se four particulars. 1. The fulness of his perfection. 2. The excellency of his glory. 3. The lively operations of his Spirit. 4. The real communication of his benefits.
1. How christ is said to be the Head of the Church, viz. In th•se four particulars. 1. The fullness of his perfection. 2. The excellency of his glory. 3. The lively operations of his Spirit. 4. The real communication of his benefits.
The branches of divine mysteries, these. 1. How Christ is said to be the Head of the Church. 2. What the Church is, of which he is Head. And, 3. How the Church of Christ, of which he is Head, is said to be a Body.
The branches of divine Mysteres, these. 1. How christ is said to be the Head of the Church. 2. What the Church is, of which he is Head. And, 3. How the Church of christ, of which he is Head, is said to be a Body.
Thus Christ, he is the head of the body the Church, who is the begining, the first-born from the dead, that in all things he might have the preeminence;
Thus christ, he is the head of the body the Church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things he might have the preeminence;
that of Creator, and that of Redeemer: That of Creator, in which he is the Beginning of all things; and that of Redeemer, in which he is the first-born from the dead.
that of Creator, and that of Redeemer: That of Creator, in which he is the Beginning of all things; and that of Redeemer, in which he is the firstborn from the dead.
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Observe, a single description rais'd from a twofold relation, and argued from a threefold reason. 1. The single description, it is of Christ in the dignity and office of Mediator,
Observe, a single description raised from a twofold Relation, and argued from a threefold reason. 1. The single description, it is of christ in the dignity and office of Mediator,
as redeem'd and repair'd. Which relation he brings in with this Copulative, and; And he is the head of the body the Church, who is the beginning, the first born from the dead, &c. From the dependance we proceed to the division.
as redeemed and repaired. Which Relation he brings in with this Copulative, and; And he is the head of the body the Church, who is the beginning, the First born from the dead, etc. From the dependence we proceed to the division.
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and they left to themselves) what were they, but as Gerson's expression is, pondera plura ad ruinam, more weight to press them down to their greater ruine? Now our Apostle having given us the description of Christ in his extrinsecal relation to the creatures as made and form'd, he proceeds in the words of my Text to give the further description of him in that his extrinsecal relation to the creatures,
and they left to themselves) what were they, but as Gerson's expression is, pondera plura ad ruinam, more weight to press them down to their greater ruin? Now our Apostle having given us the description of christ in his extrinsical Relation to the creatures as made and formed, he proceeds in the words of my Text to give the further description of him in that his extrinsical Relation to the creatures,
Thus Christ sustaining the whole Fabrick of the Universe with the supporting power of his providence, should he withdraw that power and support, needs must the creatures,
Thus christ sustaining the Whole Fabric of the Universe with the supporting power of his providence, should he withdraw that power and support, needs must the creatures,
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Thus the creatures, whilst encompassed by Christs conserving power, they consist in their being; but that power withdrawn, they faint and perish in their own mortality.
Thus the creatures, while encompassed by Christ conserving power, they consist in their being; but that power withdrawn, they faint and perish in their own mortality.
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or the first created, but the first begotten, or the first-born; and therefore primogenitus, non primo-creatus, ut & genitus pro natura, & primus pro aeternitate credatur:
or the First created, but the First begotten, or the firstborn; and Therefore Primogenitus, non primo-creatus, ut & Genitus Pro Nature, & primus Pro aeternitate credatur:
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but S Chrysostom and the Antients repell his argument, and confute his blasphemy, from the propriety and emphasis of the Apostles expression, NONLATINALPHABET, not the first made,
but S Chrysostom and the Ancients repel his argument, and confute his blasphemy, from the propriety and emphasis of the Apostles expression,, not the First made,
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From the Apostles description (then) of Christ in his intrinsecal relation to the Father, pass we to the second part, his description of Christ in his extrinsecal relation to the Creator,
From the Apostles description (then) of christ in his intrinsical Relation to the Father, pass we to the second part, his description of christ in his extrinsical Relation to the Creator,
But indeed, as for the manner of Christs eternal generation, in which he is the essential image of the invisible God, with Nazianzen I say, NONLATINALPHABET, it is hidden in a cloud;
But indeed, as for the manner of Christ Eternal generation, in which he is the essential image of the invisible God, with Nazianzen I say,, it is hidden in a cloud;
so, God the Father beholding himself in the glass of his Divinity, with the eye of his understanding, doth beget his Son, the express image of his person;
so, God the Father beholding himself in the glass of his Divinity, with the eye of his understanding, does beget his Son, the express image of his person;
That, as a man beholding himself in a Looking-glass, doth produce an image in nothing different from himself, in lineaments of body, or proportion of parts;
That, as a man beholding himself in a Looking-glass, does produce an image in nothing different from himself, in lineaments of body, or proportion of parts;
the beginning, the first-born from the dead, &c. Before we give you the Division of the words, we must give you their Dependance; to which we are directed by the Copulative and, And he is the Head of the body, the Church:
the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, etc. Before we give you the Division of the words, we must give you their Dependence; to which we Are directed by the Copulative and, And he is the Head of the body, the Church:
but also by a glorious investiture from the Father, he is established in the spiritual oeconomy, and actual administration of that soveraign authority, whereby he is constituted and declared to be Lord and Christ, Judge of quick and dead, King of heaven and earth;
but also by a glorious investiture from the Father, he is established in the spiritual economy, and actual administration of that sovereign Authority, whereby he is constituted and declared to be Lord and christ, Judge of quick and dead, King of heaven and earth;
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Yea, our holy Jesus and blessed Mediator being sate down at the right hand of God, he is not only by a gracious decree appointed, by an holy unction consecrated;
Yea, our holy jesus and blessed Mediator being sat down At the right hand of God, he is not only by a gracious Decree appointed, by an holy unction consecrated;
and pleads the vertue of his Session at the right hand of the Father, as thereby declared to be NONLATINALPHABET, the beloved Son of God, and lawful Heir of Heaven.
and pleads the virtue of his Session At the right hand of the Father, as thereby declared to be, the Beloved Son of God, and lawful Heir of Heaven.
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From which exaltation and intercession, the Apostle draws his NONLATINALPHABET, Christ being able to save unto the utmost all that come unto God by him.
From which exaltation and Intercession, the Apostle draws his, christ being able to save unto the utmost all that come unto God by him.
OUR Lord Jesus Christ being ascended into the highest Heavens, and there sate down on the right hand of God, he ever lives to make intercession for us.
OUR Lord jesus christ being ascended into the highest Heavens, and there sat down on the right hand of God, he ever lives to make Intercession for us.
yea, live we as such who wait for the glorious appearing of the Son of God, and to be received into the heavenly Jerusalem, that City of Holiness, into which no unclean thing shall enter.
yea, live we as such who wait for the glorious appearing of the Son of God, and to be received into the heavenly Jerusalem, that city of Holiness, into which no unclean thing shall enter.
And as this deliverance of the Church was wonderful and strange, so glorious and joyous; glorious to the astonishment of her enemies, joyous to the exultation of her friends;
And as this deliverance of the Church was wondered and strange, so glorious and joyous; glorious to the astonishment of her enemies, joyous to the exultation of her Friends;
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The manner and method of Gods providence so wonderful, that, as if none could imagine it being awake, they are rhetorically said to dream it being in a sleep.
The manner and method of God's providence so wondered, that, as if none could imagine it being awake, they Are rhetorically said to dream it being in a sleep.
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In all the faintings and languishings then of soul, this is the sustaining comfort of the faithful, that they have Christ neer at hand to succor and save them;
In all the faintings and languishings then of soul, this is the sustaining Comfort of the faithful, that they have christ near At hand to succour and save them;
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and in a communion of his fulness, their souls shall be calm'd with a serenity of peace, crown'd with the joy of faith, refreshed with the preapprehensions of Gods glorious presence;
and in a communion of his fullness, their Souls shall be calmed with a serenity of peace, crowned with the joy of faith, refreshed with the preapprehensions of God's glorious presence;
That seeing God in Christ is the Center of all holy delights, we may make the enjoyment of his presence and communion the Center of all hearty desires;
That seeing God in christ is the Centre of all holy delights, we may make the enjoyment of his presence and communion the Centre of all hearty Desires;
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not letting the fire go out upon the Altar, not letting our devotion cool in Gods presence, especially when we present our selves at the Table of the Lord, that sacred solemnity of the blessed Eucharist.
not letting the fire go out upon the Altar, not letting our devotion cool in God's presence, especially when we present our selves At the Table of the Lord, that sacred solemnity of the blessed Eucharist.
1. With humility: Bow thy knee low with David; I am a worm, and no man. Fall down even to the ground with Abraham; I who am but dust and ashes, have taken upon me to speak unto the Lord.
1. With humility: Bow thy knee low with David; I am a worm, and no man. Fallen down even to the ground with Abraham; I who am but dust and Ashes, have taken upon me to speak unto the Lord.
Plurimam hostiam, (so the Vulgar ) but how this? Why, Rupertus tells us; Abel primo cor suum, deinde rem suam offerendo, plurimam hostiam per fidem obtulit:
Plurimam hostiam, (so the vulgar) but how this? Why, Rupert tells us; Abel primo cor suum, Deinde remembering suam offerendo, plurimam hostiam per fidem obtulit:
Whilst the Tradesmen then hie them to their Shops, Merchants to their Change, Mariners to their Ships, Wantons to their Chambers, Covetous men to their Chests, Revellers to the Taverns, all men to their delights;
While the Tradesmen then high them to their Shops, Merchant's to their Change, Mariners to their Ships, Wantons to their Chambers, Covetous men to their Chests, Revellers to the Taverns, all men to their delights;
The delights of Gods Sanctuary, like the waters of Bethlehem, they are pure; but the pleasures of the World, like the puddles of Egypt, they are polluted.
The delights of God's Sanctuary, like the waters of Bethlehem, they Are pure; but the pleasures of the World, like the puddles of Egypt, they Are polluted.
and our own experience tells us, That qui satietati occurrit satietatem incurrit, A man is satiated with that which he took as a remedy against satiety.
and our own experience tells us, That qui satietati occurrit satietatem incurrit, A man is satiated with that which he took as a remedy against satiety.
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O that thou wouldst now collect thy scattered thoughts, (vain man) and reduce thy wandring desires into this period and center of Unity, Communion with God in Christ!
Oh that thou Wouldst now collect thy scattered thoughts, (vain man) and reduce thy wandering Desires into this Period and centre of Unity, Communion with God in christ!
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All that splendor which attracts the desires of the most lofty Heroes; all those miseries which suspend the admiration of the most learned Sages; all that beauty which inflames the hear•s of the most passionate Lovers; yea, take all the whole Wardrobe and Magazine of nature, the whole stock of this worlds glory, Theaters, Thrones, Empires,
All that splendour which attracts the Desires of the most lofty Heroes; all those misery's which suspend the admiration of the most learned Sages; all that beauty which inflames the hear•s of the most passionate Lovers; yea, take all the Whole Wardrobe and Magazine of nature, the Whole stock of this world's glory, Theaters, Thrones, Empires,
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so that mans desire cannot be satisfied but by his fulness, who is, as Nazianzen elegantly calls him, NONLATINALPHABET, a Sea of Being, which hath neither bottome, nor shore;
so that men desire cannot be satisfied but by his fullness, who is, as Nazianzen elegantly calls him,, a Sea of Being, which hath neither bottom, nor shore;
the latter speaks the eager prosecution of what he desired, in seeking after it; One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after, &c. 1. The Act which speaks Davids inward affection, that of desire. One thing have I desired.
the latter speaks the eager prosecution of what he desired, in seeking After it; One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek After, etc. 1. The Act which speaks Davids inward affection, that of desire. One thing have I desired.
Thus we have done with the object of Davids petition: 1. As emphatically asserted to be unum, one thing. 2. As that one thing is expresly described to be this, a dwelling in the house of the Lord all the dayes of his life.
Thus we have done with the Object of Davids petition: 1. As emphatically asserted to be Unum, one thing. 2. As that one thing is expressly described to be this, a Dwelling in the house of the Lord all the days of his life.
So that should the Sun have run his round, and David not have repaired to Gods house, he would have cryed out as Titus the Emperor upon a less occasion after did, O amici, diem perdidi!
So that should the Sun have run his round, and David not have repaired to God's house, he would have cried out as Titus the Emperor upon a less occasion After did, O Friends, diem perdidi!
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so says the Psalmist, One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord, all the dayes of my life.
so Says the Psalmist, One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek After, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord, all the days of my life.
Thus, when Christianity gained first acceptance, with the Imperial authority, that famous Church at Jerusalem was consecrated by Eusebius, and that at Alexandria by Athanasius. And we may observe, it was the Churches persecution by Heathens which hindred the building her Temples,
Thus, when Christianity gained First acceptance, with the Imperial Authority, that famous Church At Jerusalem was consecrated by Eusebius, and that At Alexandria by Athanasius. And we may observe, it was the Churches persecution by heathens which hindered the building her Temples,
he sayes of that court, where the Gentiles did pray, that it is his Fathers house, and thereby establisheth the holiness of Christian Oratories to all Nations.
he Says of that court, where the Gentiles did pray, that it is his Father's house, and thereby Establisheth the holiness of Christian Oratories to all nations.
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yet this being a place of publick prayer, our Saviour will have it esteemed as Gods house, whereby he establisheth the relative holiness of our Christian Churches.
yet this being a place of public prayer, our Saviour will have it esteemed as God's house, whereby he Establisheth the relative holiness of our Christian Churches.
but that Atrium gentium, the Gentiles court, wherein those NONLATINALPHABET, those Grecians, and other devout persons spoken of in the Acts, were admitted and worshipped. For, we may not think, the Jewes, who were so zealous for their Temples holiness, we may not think, they would suffer the Oxen to tread, where themselves set foot so charily;
but that Atrium gentium, the Gentiles court, wherein those, those Greeks, and other devout Persons spoken of in the Acts, were admitted and worshipped. For, we may not think, the Jews, who were so zealous for their Temples holiness, we may not think, they would suffer the Oxen to tread, where themselves Set foot so charily;
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who saith expresly of his Fathers house, that it shall be called the house of prayer, NONLATINALPHABET to all Nations; it shall be called, that is, palàm erit & habebitur, it shall so every where be, and be accounted;
who Says expressly of his Father's house, that it shall be called the house of prayer, to all nations; it shall be called, that is, palàm erit & habebitur, it shall so every where be, and be accounted;
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But now, to attribute holiness to places, and call our Churches, Gods houses, is not this superstitious and Jewish? No sure, we are otherwayes taught by our Saviour;
But now, to attribute holiness to places, and call our Churches, God's houses, is not this superstitious and Jewish? No sure, we Are otherways taught by our Saviour;
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And therefore as we finde in Scripture, heaven is called Gods sanctuary, so Gods Sanctuary may be called Heaven. And thus however men despise the house of Gods worship,
And Therefore as we find in Scripture, heaven is called God's sanctuary, so God's Sanctuary may be called Heaven. And thus however men despise the house of God's worship,
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God is present every where, as containing all things, not contained himself? And so though in the immensity of his Omnipresence, his being is in all places,
God is present every where, as containing all things, not contained himself? And so though in the immensity of his Omnipresence, his being is in all places,
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his essence is infinite for immensity and omnipresence, as well as for majesty and omnipotence; He hath heaven for his Throne, and earth for his footstool;
his essence is infinite for immensity and omnipresence, as well as for majesty and omnipotence; He hath heaven for his Throne, and earth for his footstool;
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Thus of mens persons, some are his elect and chosen; of times and seasons, some are his Sabbaths and feasts; of servants and attendants, some are his Prophets and Ministers; of goods and chattels, some are his Tithes and Oblations: And thus of places and habitations, some are his Temples, some are his Houses; in which Houses and Temples, places dedicated to Gods worship and service, he vouchsafes to dwell;
Thus of men's Persons, Some Are his elect and chosen; of times and seasons, Some Are his Sabbaths and feasts; of Servants and attendants, Some Are his prophets and Ministers; of goods and chattels, Some Are his Tithes and Oblations: And thus of places and habitations, Some Are his Temples, Some Are his Houses; in which Houses and Temples, places dedicated to God's worship and service, he vouchsafes to dwell;
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how acceptable in the presence of God, thus at once in an united force to wrestle with him for a blessing, as did Jacob! And as such the Prayers, such also the Praises of the Church, the Militant being Eccho to the Triumphant; Holy, holy, to Holy Lord God of Hosts, that Song of the Cherubims in heaven, and of Saints on earth.
how acceptable in the presence of God, thus At once in an united force to wrestle with him for a blessing, as did Jacob! And as such the Prayers, such also the Praises of the Church, the Militant being Echo to the Triumphant; Holy, holy, to Holy Lord God of Hosts, that Song of the Cherubims in heaven, and of Saints on earth.
when we could take a view of all the Congregations in England, at one time of the Lords day, in one place of the Lords house, in one posture of bended knees,
when we could take a view of all the Congregations in England, At one time of the lords day, in one place of the lords house, in one posture of bent knees,
And this is the incomparable benefit of the Churches Liturgy generally received, that each one hath ten times ten thousand together imploring at the Throne of grace,
And this is the incomparable benefit of the Churches Liturgy generally received, that each one hath ten times ten thousand together imploring At the Throne of grace,
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and when judgment reacheth the Sanctuary, who shall secure the City? The Prayers of the Church are the prosperity of a People, whose united force is beyond that of men and Angels;
and when judgement reaches the Sanctuary, who shall secure the city? The Prayers of the Church Are the Prosperity of a People, whose united force is beyond that of men and Angels;
and no wonder if the Needle flit up and down the Compass, whilst it is not fixt upon his Pole: So, no wonder if the mind of man wanders in multiplicity of desires,
and no wonder if the Needle flit up and down the Compass, while it is not fixed upon his Pole: So, no wonder if the mind of man wanders in Multiplicity of Desires,
No wonder then, if above all things he desires and seeks after this one thing, to dwell in the house of the Lord, &c. There are quos interpellat ad desiderandum finis ipse desiderandi, says Tertullian well:
No wonder then, if above all things he Desires and seeks After this one thing, to dwell in the house of the Lord, etc. There Are quos interpellate ad desiderandum finis ipse desiderandi, Says Tertullian well:
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In the beginning of the Psalm David keeps an Audit of his Souls accounts, reckoning up the large incomes and lasting treasures of Gods bounty, grace and mercy; the sum whereof is this:
In the beginning of the Psalm David keeps an Audit of his Souls accounts, reckoning up the large incomes and lasting treasures of God's bounty, grace and mercy; the sum whereof is this:
to which answers our Preaching, and Prayer, with the Administration of the Sacraments: And this David calls, a visiting, or an enquiring into Gods temple.
to which answers our Preaching, and Prayer, with the Administration of the Sacraments: And this David calls, a visiting, or an inquiring into God's temple.
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1. Emphatically asserted to be unum, one thing. 2. That one thing expresly described to be this, That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life. This the Object. Secondly, the Acts; they are two:
1. Emphatically asserted to be Unum, one thing. 2. That one thing expressly described to be this, That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life. This the Object. Secondly, the Acts; they Are two:
One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord, &c. See David here right according to his own Emblem, even as the Hart panting after the water-brooks:
One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek After, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord, etc. See David Here right according to his own Emblem, even as the Heart panting After the Water brooks:
when the outward man discerns nothing but darkness and death? Thus David, he quells his fears and triumphs by faith, saying, The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid? But where hath David this courage, from whence this confidence? Why see, he takes Sanctuary, he flies to the horns of the Altar, he seeks shelter under the Cherubims wings;
when the outward man discerns nothing but darkness and death? Thus David, he quells his fears and Triumphos by faith, saying, The Lord is my Light and my salvation, whom shall I Fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid? But where hath David this courage, from whence this confidence? Why see, he Takes Sanctuary, he flies to the horns of the Altar, he seeks shelter under the Cherubims wings;
IF we, who serve in the Sanctuary do (as men intrusted in greatest Affairs and Imployments should do) often view our Commission from our Saviour as his Ministers; from our Lord as his Stewards; from our Master as his Servants; yea from our King as his Ambassadors: This frequent view will animate our Ministry with a zealous vigor, encouraged in our Service, by the authority and presence of our Lord and Master. See the Preface to my Text,
IF we, who serve in the Sanctuary doe (as men Entrusted in greatest Affairs and Employments should do) often view our Commission from our Saviour as his Ministers; from our Lord as his Stewards; from our Master as his Servants; yea from our King as his ambassadors: This frequent view will animate our Ministry with a zealous vigor, encouraged in our Service, by the Authority and presence of our Lord and Master. See the Preface to my Text,
and we finde our Saviour victoriously risen from the Grave, and before he triumphantly ascends into Heaven, he orders the affairs of his Church on Earth;
and we find our Saviour victoriously risen from the Grave, and before he triumphantly ascends into Heaven, he order the affairs of his Church on Earth;
To prosper your labors, making Disciples not to your selves, but to me. You I have deputed to the Office of Preaching my Word, and administring my Sacraments;
To prosper your labors, making Disciples not to your selves, but to me. You I have deputed to the Office of Preaching my Word, and administering my Sacraments;
If any sleight and despise the office of your ministry, if any question or doubt the efficacy of mine Ordinances, my Word, my Sacraments, see my power,
If any sleight and despise the office of your Ministry, if any question or doubt the efficacy of mine Ordinances, my Word, my Sacraments, see my power,
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let this then be your encouragement and comfort, let this be your assurance and establishment, I will justifie your Office, and make good your Commission;
let this then be your encouragement and Comfort, let this be your assurance and establishment, I will justify your Office, and make good your Commission;
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And therefore, NONLATINALPHABET, Go ye, teach all Nations, &c. The words they are the very basis and foundation of the Gospels Ministry to us Gentiles. Observe in them three parts;
And Therefore,, Go you, teach all nations, etc. The words they Are the very basis and Foundation of the Gospels Ministry to us Gentiles. Observe in them three parts;
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Secondly, The Commission, not barely, no nor properly, teach, but more fully NONLATINALPHABET make Disciples: Dìscipulas facìte omnes gentes (as Beza) Disciple ye all Nations.
Secondly, The Commission, not barely, no nor properly, teach, but more Fully make Disciples: Dìscipulas facìte omnes gentes (as Beza) Disciple the all nations.
Thirdly, The particular instructions for the exercising this Commission, NONLATINALPHABET, Baptising and Teaching; admitting into the School and Church of Christ by Baptism,
Thirdly, The particular instructions for the exercising this Commission,, Baptizing and Teaching; admitting into the School and Church of christ by Baptism,
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1. The Mission, Go ye. The three Offices of Christ as Mediator, his Prophetick, Priestly, and Regal Office, These he now exerciseth in his Church on Earth;
1. The Mission, Go you. The three Offices of christ as Mediator, his Prophetic, Priestly, and Regal Office, These he now Exerciseth in his Church on Earth;
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in the outward Ministry by her Pastors, and in the inward Ministra•ion by his Spirit. In the outward Ministry of the Church her Pastors do expound the Word of God, Preach the Gospel of Truth, unfold the Mysteries of Grace;
in the outward Ministry by her Pastors, and in the inward Ministra•ion by his Spirit. In the outward Ministry of the Church her Pastors do expound the Word of God, Preach the Gospel of Truth, unfold the Mysteres of Grace;
which is that part of their Ministry, committed to them of Christ, in the execution of his Prophetical Office. Again, they offer up the Sacrifices of Prayers and Thanksgivings, Baptize and bless in the Name of Christ,
which is that part of their Ministry, committed to them of christ, in the execution of his Prophetical Office. Again, they offer up the Sacrifices of Prayers and Thanksgivings, Baptise and bless in the Name of christ,
which is that part of their Ministry committed to them of Christ in the execution of his Priestly Office. Further yet, they bind the unbelieving and loose the Believer;
which is that part of their Ministry committed to them of christ in the execution of his Priestly Office. Further yet, they bind the unbelieving and lose the Believer;
they govern by Discipline and correct by censure, which is that part of their Ministry committed to them of Christ in the execution of his Regal Office. Now no part nor portion of this Ministry may any man take upon him, but being called as was Aaron, that is, called even with an inward and outward call;
they govern by Discipline and correct by censure, which is that part of their Ministry committed to them of christ in the execution of his Regal Office. Now no part nor portion of this Ministry may any man take upon him, but being called as was Aaron, that is, called even with an inward and outward call;
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as thus, A man hath been brought up in the Schools of the Prophets; or else where devoted himself to the study of Divinity, whereby he is become in a competent measure fitted for the service of the Church;
as thus, A man hath been brought up in the Schools of the prophets; or Else where devoted himself to the study of Divinity, whereby he is become in a competent measure fitted for the service of the Church;
Christ receiving him into the Office of the Ministry, by the regular Ordination of his Substitutes, who alone in this representing his person, can give us our Mission of a NONLATINALPHABET, Go ye.
christ receiving him into the Office of the Ministry, by the regular Ordination of his Substitutes, who alone in this representing his person, can give us our Mission of a, Go you.
Strange, that men dare pretend to a call, beyond that of Timothy and Titus; yea, of Paul and Barnabas, who though inwardly called, yea, extraordinarily, immediately;
Strange, that men Dare pretend to a call, beyond that of Timothy and Titus; yea, of Paul and Barnabas, who though inwardly called, yea, extraordinarily, immediately;
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as being our Apostle sent from God, our Prophet, our great High Priest, the Shepherd and Bishop of our souls, the Head and King of his Church, whose Ministerial Government shall continue, till he come to give up the Kingdom unto his Father,
as being our Apostle sent from God, our Prophet, our great High Priest, the Shepherd and Bishop of our Souls, the Head and King of his Church, whose Ministerial Government shall continue, till he come to give up the Kingdom unto his Father,
Now as the Father sent Christ, so Christ hath sent his Apostles, and sent them to be a standing Ministry, by a communicated power, not seated in the people,
Now as the Father sent christ, so christ hath sent his Apostles, and sent them to be a standing Ministry, by a communicated power, not seated in the people,
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and leave in charge to those Apostolick-men which came after them, that they should ordain? For so St. Paul left in charge with Titus for Creet, and Timothy for Ephesus; yea, to what purpose hath the Spirit dictated, St. Paul penned,
and leave in charge to those Apostolick-men which Come After them, that they should ordain? For so Saint Paul left in charge with Titus for Treat, and Timothy for Ephesus; yea, to what purpose hath the Spirit dictated, Saint Paul penned,
if none were to be ordained? How frivolous and useless were the Apostles setting down the Deacons and Bishops qualifications, if they were to receive no Ordination? And sure the Angels of those Churches were approved in their Ministry by Christ, who held them as Stars in his right hand.
if none were to be ordained? How frivolous and useless were the Apostles setting down the Deacons and Bishops qualifications, if they were to receive no Ordination? And sure the Angels of those Churches were approved in their Ministry by christ, who held them as Stars in his right hand.
And that of the Psalmist, Instead of thy Fathers shall be thy children, St. Hierome applies to the Apostolical prefecture and presidency in Bishops, Quia, Apostolis à mundo recessis, habes pro illis Episcopos filios:
And that of the Psalmist, Instead of thy Father's shall be thy children, Saint Jerome Applies to the Apostolical prefecture and presidency in Bishops, Quia, Apostles à mundo recessis, habes Pro illis Episcopos Sons:
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2. No admission into this Ministry, but, by imposition of hands in Ordination. We read of Paul and Barnabas, that they ordained Elders in every Church:
2. No admission into this Ministry, but, by imposition of hands in Ordination. We read of Paul and Barnabas, that they ordained Elders in every Church:
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seeing, upon this depends so very much the truth and peace, the life and health, the being and the welbeing of the Church, yea, of Christianity it self.
seeing, upon this depends so very much the truth and peace, the life and health, the being and the welbeing of the Church, yea, of Christianity it self.
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what mischiefs and miseries, what Heresies and Schisms shall arise from such Teachers, whose ignorance and boldness, qualifies them for nothing more then Errors and Impieties.
what mischiefs and misery's, what Heresies and Schisms shall arise from such Teachers, whose ignorance and boldness, Qualifies them for nothing more then Errors and Impieties.
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Now, if publick Teaching be a proper office, may any enter it without Admission? To do this, were an absurdity against the very light of nature, and Law of Nations;
Now, if public Teaching be a proper office, may any enter it without Admission? To do this, were an absurdity against the very Light of nature, and Law of nations;
To this I give a twofold answer, and either of them full and satisfactory. (1) I say, they were such as had received the Holy Ghost, and so their call,
To this I give a twofold answer, and either of them full and satisfactory. (1) I say, they were such as had received the Holy Ghost, and so their call,
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and this witnessed by their gift of healing, intimated in Chap. 11. 21. where it is said, The hand of the Lord was with them, to which some Copies adde (says learned Diodate) for to heal them.
and this witnessed by their gift of healing, intimated in Chap. 11. 21. where it is said, The hand of the Lord was with them, to which Some Copies add (Says learned Diodate) for to heal them.
Or (2) observe, What is here said of these scattered Brethren, extends not to publick Teaching in the Church, which publick Teaching is peculiarly Ministerial;
Or (2) observe, What is Here said of these scattered Brothers, extends not to public Teaching in the Church, which public Teaching is peculiarly Ministerial;
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and to instruct the discipled and baptized by publick Doctrine, is proper to the Minister of the Word, by vertue of his Mission and Commission from Christ, the same which he gave here to his Apostles;
and to instruct the discipled and baptised by public Doctrine, is proper to the Minister of the Word, by virtue of his Mission and Commission from christ, the same which he gave Here to his Apostles;
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and of those there were many at Corinth, as we finde many at Antioch; and these NONLATINALPHABET too, Ministring unto the Lord. Now, to these Prophets saith the Apostle, to preserve order in the Church, Ye may all prophecy one by one.
and of those there were many At Corinth, as we find many At Antioch; and these too, Ministering unto the Lord. Now, to these prophets Says the Apostle, to preserve order in the Church, You may all prophecy one by one.
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And thus is the Giant slain, the great Argument and Objection cleared, from what some would pretend to, a liberty of prophesying to all in the publick Congregation.
And thus is the Giant slave, the great Argument and Objection cleared, from what Some would pretend to, a liberty of prophesying to all in the public Congregation.
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Our Lord and Saviour did constitute Twelve Apostles, in degree and office above the Seventy Disci•les. Which holy Apostles, that they were to have their Successors, is evident from the promise here of Christ.
Our Lord and Saviour did constitute Twelve Apostles, in degree and office above the Seventy Disci•les. Which holy Apostles, that they were to have their Successors, is evident from the promise Here of christ.
and their jurisdiction unlimitted as to place: These were all temporary, expiring with their persons; being necessary onely to the planting, not the perpetuating of the Church.
and their jurisdiction unlimited as to place: These were all temporary, expiring with their Persons; being necessary only to the planting, not the perpetuating of the Church.
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But, the sacred Apostleship in its ordinary Ministrations, as Preaching the Word, Discipling by Baptism, Consecrating the Eucharist, Excommunicating the Scandalous, Absolving the Penitent, Governing by Discipline, and Ordaining to the Priesthood:
But, the sacred Apostleship in its ordinary Ministrations, as Preaching the Word, Discipling by Baptism, Consecrating the Eucharist, Excommunicating the Scandalous, Absolving the Penitent, Governing by Discipline, and Ordaining to the Priesthood:
Now, our inquiry then is, who these Successors are? And for this, we finde in Scripture, James, Bishop of Jerusalem, Timothy of Ephesus, Titus of Creet; yea, the seven Angels, Presidents, and Bishops of the seven Churches, spoken of in the Revelations. Besides these, we finde in the undoubted History of the Church, Mark, Bishop of Alexandria, Epaphroditus of Philippi, Archippus of Coloss, Clemens of Rome, Ignatius of Antioch, these and others too, in the Apostles times,
Now, our inquiry then is, who these Successors Are? And for this, we find in Scripture, James, Bishop of Jerusalem, Timothy of Ephesus, Titus of Treat; yea, the seven Angels, Presidents, and Bishops of the seven Churches, spoken of in the Revelations. Beside these, we find in the undoubted History of the Church, Mark, Bishop of Alexandria, Epaphroditus of Philippi, Archippus of Coloss, Clemens of Room, Ignatius of Antioch, these and Others too, in the Apostles times,
But now, Time, the great mint and master of words (least community of names should beget a confusion in things) Time (I say) did appropriate the name of Apostle to the immediate Apostles of Christ,
But now, Time, the great mint and master of words (lest community of names should beget a confusion in things) Time (I say) did Appropriate the name of Apostle to the immediate Apostles of christ,
And though I might heap up the unquestionable testimonies of the Ancients, yet that one full witness and quaint expression of Tertullian, may be here sufficient:
And though I might heap up the unquestionable testimonies of the Ancients, yet that one full witness and quaint expression of Tertullian, may be Here sufficient:
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They exhibite and produce those persons constituted by the Apostles to be Bishops, who, by vertue of an Apostolical Seed, do transmit a Succession of Ministry in the Church.
They exhibit and produce those Persons constituted by the Apostles to be Bishops, who, by virtue of an Apostolical Seed, do transmit a Succession of Ministry in the Church.
That the Seventy Disciples had not this full Ministry, nor Presbyters, the Successors to those Disciples, who have power to Preach, to Baptize, and Consecrate the Eucharist;
That the Seventy Disciples had not this full Ministry, nor Presbyters, the Successors to those Disciples, who have power to Preach, to Baptise, and Consecrate the Eucharist;
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Consult we then. (1) The Sacred Scriptures. And the first Ordination we meet with, is that of those Seven, commonly called Deacons; and here we finde no hands, but those of the Apostles.
Consult we then. (1) The Sacred Scriptures. And the First Ordination we meet with, is that of those Seven, commonly called Deacons; and Here we find no hands, but those of the Apostles.
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The second Ordination, is that of Presbyters; and this we finde to be by the hands of Barnabas and Paul: Which two when separated to the work of the Ministry,
The second Ordination, is that of Presbyters; and this we find to be by the hands of Barnabas and Paul: Which two when separated to the work of the Ministry,
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who (as Church History tells us) were Bishops of Syria. The last Ordination we meet with in Scripture, actually executed, it is that of Timothy, which though by the hands of the Presbytery, yet is not that Presbytery without an Apostle;
who (as Church History tells us) were Bishops of Syria. The last Ordination we meet with in Scripture, actually executed, it is that of Timothy, which though by the hands of the Presbytery, yet is not that Presbytery without an Apostle;
and above those Presbyters in dignity and office, Timothy and Titus; and that Timothy and Titus were in dignity and office above those Presbyters, appears plainly by that power they had of enacting Ecclesiastical Laws, of passing Church censures,
and above those Presbyters in dignity and office, Timothy and Titus; and that Timothy and Titus were in dignity and office above those Presbyters, appears plainly by that power they had of enacting Ecclesiastical Laws, of passing Church censures,
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But (2) from the Scriptures Authority, pass we on to take a short view of the Churches History. Which History, from the most sacred and inviolable Records, tells us of many Bishops seated by the Apostles,
But (2) from the Scriptures authority, pass we on to take a short view of the Churches History. Which History, from the most sacred and inviolable Records, tells us of many Bishops seated by the Apostles,
which, sure we are, he did not believe, for that, Irenaeus assures us, NONLATINALPHABET in his yonger years, he saw Polycarpe, Bishop of Smyrna, whom he knew to be so constituted by the Apostles;
which, sure we Are, he did not believe, for that, Irnaeus assures us, in his younger Years, he saw Polycarp, Bishop of Smyrna, whom he knew to be so constituted by the Apostles;
and amongst those Apostles Tertullian, is express that St. John himself was one. After Tertullian, consult we St. Basil, and he calls Episcopacy, NONLATINALPHABET, the Apostolical prefecture and presidency;
and among those Apostles Tertullian, is express that Saint John himself was one. After Tertullian, consult we Saint Basil, and he calls Episcopacy,, the Apostolical prefecture and presidency;
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yea, St. Augustine he informs us, That Radix Christianae societatis, per sedes Apostolorum, & successiones Episcoporum, certa per orbem propagatione diffunditur;
yea, Saint Augustine he informs us, That Radix Christian societatis, per sedes Apostolorum, & Successions Bishops, Certa per orbem propagation diffunditur;
the Root of Christian communion hath branched and spread it self, in a certain propagation throughout the world, by the Apostolical Seats, and Episcopal Successions;
the Root of Christian communion hath branched and spread it self, in a certain propagation throughout the world, by the Apostolical Seats, and Episcopal Successions;
which propagation, to the spreading Church-fellowship and communion, how hath it been transmitted, but by Ministerial Ordination? Which Ordination was so universally and assuredly owned and acknowledged to be proper to the Episcopal order, that Aerius pertinaciously asserting the contrary, was by St. Augustine, yea, by the Catholick Church (says Epiphanius ) condemned of Heresie.
which propagation, to the spreading Church fellowship and communion, how hath it been transmitted, but by Ministerial Ordination? Which Ordination was so universally and assuredly owned and acknowledged to be proper to the Episcopal order, that Aerius pertinaciously asserting the contrary, was by Saint Augustine, yea, by the Catholic Church (Says Epiphanius) condemned of Heresy.
who having ordained without the Bishop, and themselves not being Bishops, their Ordination is declared by the Council of Sardis (about eleven years after Constantine the Great) to be null, and those they had ordained are reduced to the state and condition of Laicks, NONLATINALPHABET,
who having ordained without the Bishop, and themselves not being Bishops, their Ordination is declared by the Council of Sardis (about eleven Years After Constantine the Great) to be null, and those they had ordained Are reduced to the state and condition of Laics,,
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Again, we read of Ischyras, ordained by Colluthus, NONLATINALPHABET one, who strongly, yet vainly, fancied himself a Bishop, being indeed a meer Presbyter:
Again, we read of Ischyras, ordained by Colluthus, one, who strongly, yet vainly, fancied himself a Bishop, being indeed a mere Presbyter:
But as concerning Ischyras, the Synod of Alexandria reduceth him to Lay-communion, and determines concerning Colluthus, that NONLATINALPHABET whatsoever Ordinations he had made, they should be all void and invalid.
But as Concerning Ischyras, the Synod of Alexandria reduceth him to Lay-communion, and determines Concerning Colluthus, that whatsoever Ordinations he had made, they should be all void and invalid.
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To close then, we have made good unto you by infallible proofs, that imposition of hands in Ordination, so plain and evident in the planting, is requisit and necessary in the propagating the Church of Christ,
To close then, we have made good unto you by infallible proofs, that imposition of hands in Ordination, so plain and evident in the planting, is requisite and necessary in the propagating the Church of christ,
and that no meer Presbyters in all the Scriptures are exprest, nor in all Church History allowed, we see, by what Ordination we receive our Saviours Mission here, of a NONLATINALPHABET.
and that no mere Presbyters in all the Scriptures Are expressed, nor in all Church History allowed, we see, by what Ordination we receive our Saviors Mission Here, of a.
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But, before we pass this point, it will be some further confirmation, and much more illustration of the truth, that we give you some plea of Divine Reason, to make good the equity of our present assertion.
But, before we pass this point, it will be Some further confirmation, and much more illustration of the truth, that we give you Some plea of Divine Reason, to make good the equity of our present assertion.
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Know then, in the Apostles times, and Infant-state of the Church, Parishes were not divided, nor Congregations with their particular Ministers fixt and setled;
Know then, in the Apostles times, and Infant state of the Church, Parishes were not divided, nor Congregations with their particular Ministers fixed and settled;
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and still, as Believers increased, their Meetings and Assemblies being in several places, they had several persons assigned them for the service of the Ministry;
and still, as Believers increased, their Meetings and Assemblies being in several places, they had several Persons assigned them for the service of the Ministry;
which how could it be well ordered without confusion, but by the Authority and Presidency of some one above the rest? Which Presidency the Apostles, during their over-sight over the Churches, they retained in themselves;
which how could it be well ordered without confusion, but by the authority and Presidency of Some one above the rest? Which Presidency the Apostles, during their oversight over the Churches, they retained in themselves;
subordination in some, and superiority in others, is as requisit to Ecclesiastical as Civil Polity, without which, Schism becomes as fatal to the Church,
subordination in Some, and superiority in Others, is as requisite to Ecclesiastical as Civil Polity, without which, Schism becomes as fatal to the Church,
So that, we must subscribe to the grave sentence and judgment of St. Hierome; unless the Episcopal pre-eminence of Authority and Office be preserved, Tot in Ecclesiis efficientur Schismata, quot Sacerdotes.
So that, we must subscribe to the grave sentence and judgement of Saint Jerome; unless the Episcopal preeminence of authority and Office be preserved, Tot in Ecclesiis efficientur Schismata, quot Sacerdotes.
and what Primitive patte•n they have for their practise? Besides, to exclude their Brethren from the exercise of what they acknowledge is proper and intrinsecal to their office, is a manifest injury and violation;
and what Primitive patte•n they have for their practice? Beside, to exclude their Brothers from the exercise of what they acknowledge is proper and intrinsical to their office, is a manifest injury and violation;
and conformity of obedience, upon a double tye, of Reason and of Religion: So that if we be either prudent men or pious Christians, we must submit to the truth of this assertition, That by imposition of hands to ordain into the Ministry, is not in the power,
and conformity of Obedience, upon a double tie, of Reason and of Religion: So that if we be either prudent men or pious Christians, we must submit to the truth of this assertition, That by imposition of hands to ordain into the Ministry, is not in the power,
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But what, do we not finde that frequently in sacred Scripture, Presbyters are called Bishops? and are they not therefore one in office, being one in name? and not to be differenced in the Church, not being distinguished in the Scripture? To this so specious an Argument, we answer our adversaries, That,
But what, do we not find that frequently in sacred Scripture, Presbyters Are called Bishops? and Are they not Therefore one in office, being one in name? and not to be differenced in the Church, not being distinguished in the Scripture? To this so specious an Argument, we answer our Adversaries, That,
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as when Church practise had trod it out into a beaten road) we finde (I say) in the Acts and Epistles, the same persons sometimes called NONLATINALPHABET Ministers, sometimes NONLATINALPHABET Presbyters, sometimes NONLATINALPHABET Bishops; so that, by the signification of name, it is clear, we have not the distinction of office:
as when Church practice had trod it out into a beaten road) we find (I say) in the Acts and Epistles, the same Persons sometime called Ministers, sometime Presbyters, sometime Bishops; so that, by the signification of name, it is clear, we have not the distinction of office:
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and so, in some process of time, even within one Century of years after Christ, the distinction of office became commonly known by distinction of name;
and so, in Some process of time, even within one Century of Years After christ, the distinction of office became commonly known by distinction of name;
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or cowardice in the Minister? See, in the course of our Ministry, Christ gives us our Mission to go, O let us not through your perversness and obstinacy in sin, go upon thorns and bryars, finde torture and trouble of Soul in our service;
or cowardice in the Minister? See, in the course of our Ministry, christ gives us our Mission to go, Oh let us not through your perverseness and obstinacy in since, go upon thorns and briars, find torture and trouble of Soul in our service;
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Sure, there is no greater joy (and blessed, even thrice blessed be God, I can call it much my joy) there is no greater joy in the service of our Ministry,
Sure, there is no greater joy (and blessed, even thrice blessed be God, I can call it much my joy) there is no greater joy in the service of our Ministry,
and the discouragement of my Ministry, that your holiness of life and righteousness in the world, answers not your reverence in the Church, your zeal for the Church:
and the discouragement of my Ministry, that your holiness of life and righteousness in the world, answers not your Reverence in the Church, your zeal for the Church:
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which, though it is not the most infallible, yet is it the more comfortable seal of Christs Mission, in his NONLATINALPHABET, Go ye, disciple all Nations, &c.
which, though it is not the most infallible, yet is it the more comfortable seal of Christ Mission, in his, Go you, disciple all nations, etc.
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however esteemed of the world, as a mean employment (for what more contemptible a disdain, then, thou Priest? ) yet is it stiled by the Apostle an excellent work. And see some part of its excellency;
however esteemed of the world, as a mean employment (for what more contemptible a disdain, then, thou Priest?) yet is it styled by the Apostle an excellent work. And see Some part of its excellency;
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The Minister in publick Prayer, he is the peoples mouth, as their Orator unto God; and in publick Preaching, he is Gods mouth, as his Ambassador unto the people;
The Minister in public Prayer, he is the peoples Mouth, as their Orator unto God; and in public Preaching, he is God's Mouth, as his Ambassador unto the people;
and I will not say, what Prince on his Throne? but, what Seraphim in Heaven, is employed in a service of more dignity and honor then this, to offer unto God the Commemorative Sacrifice of his Sons Body and Blood?
and I will not say, what Prince on his Throne? but, what Seraphim in Heaven, is employed in a service of more dignity and honour then this, to offer unto God the Commemorative Sacrifice of his Sons Body and Blood?
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I might enlarge, were it not that I stand before those I know, or at least, am willing to beleeve, not defective in this duty, the honorable and reverential esteems of the Gospels Ministry, in its several orders and degrees, owned by Gods holy Church,
I might enlarge, were it not that I stand before those I know, or At least, am willing to believe, not defective in this duty, the honourable and reverential esteems of the Gospels Ministry, in its several order and Degrees, owned by God's holy Church,
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Onely this, from the dignity of the Ministration and Office, is aggravated the guilt of their usurpation and violence, who either thrust themselves into so sacred a function,
Only this, from the dignity of the Ministration and Office, is aggravated the guilt of their usurpation and violence, who either thrust themselves into so sacred a function,
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and shall the Ambassadors of the King of Heaven be silenced, rejected, imprisoned, against the Law of God? Corah, Dathan, and Abiram, opening their mouths in mutiny against Moses and Aaron, the earth opens her mouth in revenge,
and shall the ambassadors of the King of Heaven be silenced, rejected, imprisoned, against the Law of God? Corah, Dathan, and Abiram, opening their mouths in mutiny against Moses and Aaron, the earth Opens her Mouth in revenge,
so that, to be given up to a blindness of minde, and a reprobate sense, which seems to be the judgment of this Nation, it is the most dreadful vengeance that can befal a people;
so that, to be given up to a blindness of mind, and a Reprobate sense, which seems to be the judgement of this nation, it is the most dreadful vengeance that can befall a people;
and Sacriledge, to invade the Function, corrupt the Doctrine, abuse the Persons, debase the honor, and spoil the maintenance of that Ministry which Christ hath constituted;
and Sacrilege, to invade the Function, corrupt the Doctrine, abuse the Persons, debase the honour, and spoil the maintenance of that Ministry which christ hath constituted;
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Now, to grow up to a perfect man, according to the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ, is the increase of the Church, till consummate in its communion of Members, and fulness of perfection;
Now, to grow up to a perfect man, according to the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ, is the increase of the Church, till consummate in its communion of Members, and fullness of perfection;
By vertue of this communion of the Faithful, the Church is said to be Corpus compactum & connexum, a Body fitly joyned together and compacted, no rents of Schism,
By virtue of this communion of the Faithful, the Church is said to be Corpus compactum & connexum, a Body fitly joined together and compacted, no rends of Schism,
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Food not which we convert by any carnal digestion, into the nature of our body; but, which converts us by a spiritual operation, into the nature of Christs Body;
Food not which we convert by any carnal digestion, into the nature of our body; but, which converts us by a spiritual operation, into the nature of Christ Body;
A Sacramental representation of this Mystical Communion, is given us in the holy Eucharist, according to that of the Apostle, We being many, are one Bread, and one Body;
A Sacramental representation of this Mystical Communion, is given us in the holy Eucharist, according to that of the Apostle, We being many, Are one Bred, and one Body;
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a communion so near, that they are all said to have but one Spirit; yea, one heart, and one soul; and all this from the efficacy of love, that bond of perfectness, and knot of unity.
a communion so near, that they Are all said to have but one Spirit; yea, one heart, and one soul; and all this from the efficacy of love, that bound of perfectness, and knot of unity.
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so, some to dishonor, that is, some who through their impenitence and hardness of heart, treasure up to themselves wrath against the day of wrath, and shall be plunged in eternal misery.
so, Some to dishonour, that is, Some who through their impenitence and hardness of heart, treasure up to themselves wrath against the day of wrath, and shall be plunged in Eternal misery.
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not onely those who are more eminent in the gifts and graces of the Spirit, but also, those who are weaklings, and of less spiritual abilities then others:
not only those who Are more eminent in the Gifts and graces of the Spirit, but also, those who Are Weaklings, and of less spiritual abilities then Others:
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And therefore, the Apostle compares the visible Church to a great house, where there are not onely Vessels of Gold and of Silver, but also of Wood, and of Earth;
And Therefore, the Apostle compares the visible Church to a great house, where there Are not only Vessels of Gold and of Silver, but also of Wood, and of Earth;
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Very fitly then, is the visible Church compared in Scripture unto a field, in which there grows up together, Wheat and Tares; to a floor, on which there lies together, Corn and Chaff; to a draw not, in which are contained good Fish and bad; for that, in the Church,
Very fitly then, is the visible Church compared in Scripture unto a field, in which there grows up together, Wheat and Tares; to a floor, on which there lies together, Corn and Chaff; to a draw not, in which Are contained good Fish and bad; for that, in the Church,
and in this, the Church must needs be visible, yea, by how much that profession and Ministry is the more publick and pure, by so much is the Church, the more conspicuous and glorious.
and in this, the Church must needs be visible, yea, by how much that profession and Ministry is the more public and pure, by so much is the Church, the more conspicuous and glorious.
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But now, the external and accidental form of the Church, is the Ministry of the Word and Sacraments, with a publick profession of the true Faith of Christ;
But now, the external and accidental from of the Church, is the Ministry of the Word and Sacraments, with a public profession of the true Faith of christ;
This being observed, we may the better answer and retort the Arguments of the Romish adversary, in the great contest concerning the visibility of the Church.
This being observed, we may the better answer and retort the Arguments of the Romish adversary, in the great contest Concerning the visibility of the Church.
in its different adjuncts, as visible and invisible. The Church Catholick, or Universal (not being genericè, but integraliter Universale; the Universal Church,
in its different adjuncts, as visible and invisible. The Church Catholic, or Universal (not being genericè, but integraliter Universal; the Universal Church,
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Our holiness in this life, it is but inchoative, and in part, in fieri, not in facto; our perfection of holiness shall not be till our consummation in happiness;
Our holiness in this life, it is but inchoative, and in part, in fieri, not in facto; our perfection of holiness shall not be till our consummation in happiness;
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even holiness it self. (2) Holy she is in her Triumphant part, which is made compleat in Holiness, sine ruga aut macula, without either wrincle or spot;
even holiness it self. (2) Holy she is in her Triumphant part, which is made complete in Holiness, sine ruga Or macula, without either wrinkle or spot;
so Columba Puritatis too, the Dove of Purity; she is the holy Catholick Church. Though on Earth, indeed, she be incompassed with many infirmities, overshadowed with many afflictions;
so Columba Puritatis too, the Dove of Purity; she is the holy Catholic Church. Though on Earth, indeed, she be encompassed with many infirmities, overshadowed with many afflictions;
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and therefore with victorious palms in their hands, clothed with the robes of glory, they stand continually before the throne of God, and serve him in his temple.
and Therefore with victorious palms in their hands, clothed with the robes of glory, they stand continually before the throne of God, and serve him in his temple.
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and the Church triumphant in aeternitate mansionis, in the eternity of her dwelling with Christ in glory, (so S. Augustine. ) Militant is that part of the Church which is on earth, still fighting in a continued warfare against the flesh, the world, and the devil:
and the Church triumphant in aeternitate mansionis, in the eternity of her Dwelling with christ in glory, (so S. Augustine.) Militant is that part of the Church which is on earth, still fighting in a continued warfare against the Flesh, the world, and the Devil:
one and the same Shepherd of his Flock, one and the same King of his people, one and the same Head of his Church. (3.) The same effective, in the gifts and graces of his Spirit, in the power and efficacy of his Word, and of his Sacraments:
one and the same Shepherd of his Flock, one and the same King of his people, one and the same Head of his Church. (3.) The same effective, in the Gifts and graces of his Spirit, in the power and efficacy of his Word, and of his Sacraments:
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this the Kingdom of Heaven, this the Body of Christ, this the Church Universal, the Church Catholick, which is invisible, the object of Faith, and not of Sense;
this the Kingdom of Heaven, this the Body of christ, this the Church Universal, the Church Catholic, which is invisible, the Object of Faith, and not of Sense;
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And this, in the Language of the sacred Scriptures, this is Christs Spouse, this the Kings Daughter, this the Mount Sion, this the Heavenly Jerusalem, this the Mother of us all, Virgo virtute, mater prole (so St. Ambrose ) a Virgin indeed for purity, a Mother for fruitfulness;
And this, in the Language of the sacred Scriptures, this is Christ Spouse, this the Kings Daughter, this the Mount Sion, this the Heavenly Jerusalem, this the Mother of us all, Virgo virtute, mater prole (so Saint Ambrose) a Virgae indeed for purity, a Mother for fruitfulness;
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we may thus define the Church of Christ to be, The whole company of Gods Saints, called of God in Christ, out of the state of sin and death, into the state of grace and glory.
we may thus define the Church of christ to be, The Whole company of God's Saints, called of God in christ, out of the state of since and death, into the state of grace and glory.
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who is the beginning, the first-born from the dead, that in all things he might have the pre-eminence, &c. 2. What the Church is, of which Christ is said to be head;
who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things he might have the preeminence, etc. 2. What the Church is, of which christ is said to be head;
So that, it is consonant to the Analogy of Faith, to believe and affirm, That the estate of the now blessed Angels, was at the first mutable and subject to alteration;
So that, it is consonant to the Analogy of Faith, to believe and affirm, That the estate of the now blessed Angels, was At the First mutable and Subject to alteration;
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Angels and Men, were indeed created happy, in that natural blessedness of Spiritual contemplation, but not in that supernatural bliss of the beatifical Vision.
Angels and Men, were indeed created happy, in that natural blessedness of Spiritual contemplation, but not in that supernatural bliss of the beatifical Vision.
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all which expressions and opinions are several descants and glosses upon the Apostles words in his NONLATINALPHABET telling us, Of all things gathered together in one, even in Christ, the Head of all Excellency,
all which expressions and opinions Are several descants and Glosses upon the Apostles words in his telling us, Of all things gathered together in one, even in christ, the Head of all Excellency,
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He took not on him, the nature of Angels, but the seed of Abraham, NONLATINALPHABET, He took not hold on Angels, a Metaphor signifying an eager following after, and laying hold on one running away, to bring him back;
He took not on him, the nature of Angels, but the seed of Abraham,, He took not hold on Angels, a Metaphor signifying an eager following After, and laying hold on one running away, to bring him back;
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in its larger acception, as the Church of the Elect. In this extended sense, the Church compriseth the heavenly orders of the Angelical Hierarchy, who being of the Elect of God, are also of the Church of Christ;
in its larger acception, as the Church of the Elect. In this extended sense, the Church compriseth the heavenly order of the Angelical Hierarchy, who being of the Elect of God, Are also of the Church of christ;
and its different adjuncts. 1. Its larger acception, as the Church of the Elect. 2. Its nearer relation, as the Church of the Redeemed. 3. Its different adjuncts, as visible and invisible.
and its different adjuncts. 1. Its larger acception, as the Church of the Elect. 2. Its nearer Relation, as the Church of the Redeemed. 3. Its different adjuncts, as visible and invisible.
In full answer to this Petition, says the Father unto Christ, when entred into glory; Sit thou on my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.
In full answer to this Petition, Says the Father unto christ, when entered into glory; Fit thou on my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.
First, From the final moving cause, That in all things he might have the pre-eminence. Secondly, The efficient ordaining cause, the good will and pleasure of the Father.
First, From the final moving cause, That in all things he might have the preeminence. Secondly, The efficient ordaining cause, the good will and pleasure of the Father.
And having opened unto you the Twofold Relation, from whence the Description is raised, I should proceed to the Threefold Reason, whereby it is argued:
And having opened unto you the Twofold Relation, from whence the Description is raised, I should proceed to the Threefold Reason, whereby it is argued:
Be it so, that we are forced to celebrate the Eucharist, as our Saviour did institute it, in some inward or upper Room. Be it so, that whilst Heresie declaims in the Pulpit, Truth be driven to the Desk;
Be it so, that we Are forced to celebrate the Eucharist, as our Saviour did institute it, in Some inward or upper Room. Be it so, that while Heresy declaims in the Pulpit, Truth be driven to the Desk;
And in so doing, fear not the guilt or reproach of a Conventicle; for be assured, That it is not a Conventicle, where Religious persons meet in private Administrations of Publick Forms,
And in so doing, Fear not the guilt or reproach of a Conventicle; for be assured, That it is not a Conventicle, where Religious Persons meet in private Administrations of Public Forms,
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therefore, let me minde you of what St. Paul admonisheth you, Not to forsake the assembling your selves together, but to meet in a private participation and communion of the Ordinances, where you cannot have them in publick.
Therefore, let me mind you of what Saint Paul Admonisheth you, Not to forsake the assembling your selves together, but to meet in a private participation and communion of the Ordinances, where you cannot have them in public.
And now blessed be God, even for ever blessed be his holy Name, that he is pleased to vouchsafe us here, the visible face of a Church, amidst the Churches so many blind-foldings and buffetings, in this her enemies hour, and power of darkness. But because I know many of you come from far, having your habitations where are no Churches, no Churches as to the right Administration of the Word and Sacraments;
And now blessed be God, even for ever blessed be his holy Name, that he is pleased to vouchsafe us Here, the visible face of a Church, amid the Churches so many blind-foldings and buffetings, in this her enemies hour, and power of darkness. But Because I know many of you come from Far, having your habitations where Are no Churches, no Churches as to the right Administration of the Word and Sacraments;
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The Church is the Kings Daughter, though clothed in Raggs, though covered with contempt, yet all glorious within. Tell me, is not the Church then most truly eminent,
The Church is the Kings Daughter, though clothed in Rags, though covered with contempt, yet all glorious within. Tell me, is not the Church then most truly eminent,
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That a Church does not then cease to be, when she ceaseth to be glorious; but is visible in her constant sufferings, when not visible in her publick Ministry.
That a Church does not then cease to be, when she ceases to be glorious; but is visible in her constant sufferings, when not visible in her public Ministry.
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And thirdly, The formal constituting cause, the fulness of perfection dwelling in Christ. These particulars, seeing I cannot enlarge upon in Explication, give me leave lightly to open by way of Paraphrase, that so I may proceed to Application.
And Thirdly, The formal constituting cause, the fullness of perfection Dwelling in christ. These particulars, seeing I cannot enlarge upon in Explication, give me leave lightly to open by Way of paraphrase, that so I may proceed to Application.
The first that rose to an immortal and incorruptible life, and the Author as well as the Exemplar of all that shall rise to the like life, incorruptible and immortal.
The First that rose to an immortal and incorruptible life, and the Author as well as the Exemplar of all that shall rise to the like life, incorruptible and immortal.
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But by what ordaining Power and Authority, doth he obtain and possess this Dignity? Why, it is NONLATINALPHABET the good will and pleasure of the Father;
But by what ordaining Power and authority, does he obtain and possess this Dignity? Why, it is the good will and pleasure of the Father;
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who, to this very end, that Christ might be King and Head of his Church, Lord Paramont, above all principalities and powers, he hath communicated to him all fulness: All fulness of wisdom, grace, power,
who, to this very end, that christ might be King and Head of his Church, Lord Paramount, above all principalities and Powers, he hath communicated to him all fullness: All fullness of Wisdom, grace, power,
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And, as the hand usurping the office of the Eye, or the Foot invading the Function of the Hand, this Schism must needs tend, both to each Members, and the whole Bodies destruction.
And, as the hand usurping the office of the Eye, or the Foot invading the Function of the Hand, this Schism must needs tend, both to each Members, and the Whole Bodies destruction.
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Quid facit in demo fidei perfidum pectus (so St. Cyprian ) What hath an Apostate to do with the houshold of Faith? What hath a stranger to do with the Covenants of Promise? What hath the prophane person or Hypocrite to do, with the Body of Christ? which is none other,
Quid facit in demo fidei perfidum pectus (so Saint Cyprian) What hath an Apostate to do with the household of Faith? What hath a stranger to do with the Covenants of Promise? What hath the profane person or Hypocrite to do, with the Body of christ? which is none other,
If we are Members of Christs Body, where is our conformity to him in holiness? where are the vital operations of his Spirit? where the quickning power of his Grace? Wherefore know, amongst the many symptoms of life, there are none more sure, then those of Sense:
If we Are Members of Christ Body, where is our conformity to him in holiness? where Are the vital operations of his Spirit? where the quickening power of his Grace? Wherefore know, among the many symptoms of life, there Are none more sure, then those of Sense:
Then, be we further exhorted, to live as such who profess a communion with that Body, whereof Christ Jesus is the Head. But how this? why, it is by observing St. Pauls direction, even, In growing up into him in all things, who is the Head, even Christ:
Then, be we further exhorted, to live as such who profess a communion with that Body, whereof christ jesus is the Head. But how this? why, it is by observing Saint Paul's direction, even, In growing up into him in all things, who is the Head, even christ:
When we rightly apprehend the wisdom and goodness of our God, the love and mercy of our Jesus, in this Mystery of the Head, being made conformable to the Members, Christ in all things like unto his Brethren;
When we rightly apprehend the Wisdom and Goodness of our God, the love and mercy of our jesus, in this Mystery of the Head, being made conformable to the Members, christ in all things like unto his Brothers;
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which neither a watchful care can avoid, nor yet fervent Prayer doth remove? If so, This is our comfort, that, such an High Priest, such an Head, such a Saviour we have, As is touched with a feeling of our infirmities.
which neither a watchful care can avoid, nor yet fervent Prayer does remove? If so, This is our Comfort, that, such an High Priest, such an Head, such a Saviour we have, As is touched with a feeling of our infirmities.
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Now, from Christs being touched with the feeling of our infirmities, it is the Apostles inference, That we therefore come boldly (even in an humble confidence) unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy,
Now, from Christ being touched with the feeling of our infirmities, it is the Apostles Inference, That we Therefore come boldly (even in an humble confidence) unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy,
so Christ he communicates with the Faithful in their sufferings: As wisdom, righteousness, peace, joy, life, glory, are such wherein the Faithful communicate with Christ;
so christ he communicates with the Faithful in their sufferings: As Wisdom, righteousness, peace, joy, life, glory, Are such wherein the Faithful communicate with christ;
so hunger, thirst, nakedness, sickness, imprisonment, are such wherein Christ communicates with the Faithful. And what is the ground and reason of all this, but the union of Christ,
so hunger, thirst, nakedness, sickness, imprisonment, Are such wherein christ communicates with the Faithful. And what is the ground and reason of all this, but the Union of christ,
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though in himself never so miserable, yet in Christ he is eternally happy. And so again, vice versá; Our Lord Jesus Christ, though in himself never so rich,
though in himself never so miserable, yet in christ he is eternally happy. And so again, vice versá; Our Lord jesus christ, though in himself never so rich,
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but will, as the Apostle exhorts, Run with patience the race that is set before him, looking unto Jesus the Author and Finisher of his Faith? For that,
but will, as the Apostle exhorts, Run with patience the raze that is Set before him, looking unto jesus the Author and Finisher of his Faith? For that,
and as all without the Ark, so all without the Church are destroyed, Per portam Ecclesiae intramus in portam Paradisi (so St. Augustine ) through the door of the Church, we enter the Gate of Paradise;
and as all without the Ark, so all without the Church Are destroyed, Per portam Ecclesiae intramus in portam Paradisi (so Saint Augustine) through the door of the Church, we enter the Gate of Paradise;
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So that, when we say, Out of the Church there is no Salvation, it is not spoken of the Church of Rome, any more then of the Church of France, or of the Church of England, or of any other particular and National Church on Earth:
So that, when we say, Out of the Church there is no Salvation, it is not spoken of the Church of Rome, any more then of the Church of France, or of the Church of England, or of any other particular and National Church on Earth:
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There is no particular Church on Earth, but may under a cloud of persecution cease to be any longer visible, in respect of the outward Ministry of the Word and Sacraments;
There is no particular Church on Earth, but may under a cloud of persecution cease to be any longer visible, in respect of the outward Ministry of the Word and Sacraments;
so did the Church of Israel in the time of Elijah, so hath the Church of Ephesus, of Antioch, of Jerusalem, and many other particular Churches, they have faln away; yet the Universal hath not.
so did the Church of Israel in the time of Elijah, so hath the Church of Ephesus, of Antioch, of Jerusalem, and many other particular Churches, they have fallen away; yet the Universal hath not.
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In all her variety of states and conditions Non mutat voluntatem, sed vult mutationem, (so the Schools from the Master of the Sentences, and he from St. Augustine. ) When God alters his work, he changeth not his will, but wills those changes;
In all her variety of states and conditions Non Mutat voluntatem, sed vult mutationem, (so the Schools from the Master of the Sentences, and he from Saint Augustine.) When God alters his work, he changes not his will, but wills those changes;
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And this stability of Christs Church is founded upon the immutability of Gods Covenant; his promise cannot fail, and therefore his Church cannot perish.
And this stability of Christ Church is founded upon the immutability of God's Covenant; his promise cannot fail, and Therefore his Church cannot perish.
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But to stop the mouths of Atheists, and confirm the Faith of true Christians, I shall resolve unto you this Quare, Whether the Church of Christ on Earth, may totally fall away? To which I answer.
But to stop the mouths of Atheists, and confirm the Faith of true Christians, I shall resolve unto you this Quare, Whither the Church of christ on Earth, may totally fallen away? To which I answer.
First, Whether the Church of Christ on Earth, may totally fall away? We see in the World such a general defection from truth and holiness, that some may haply propose this Question,
First, Whither the Church of christ on Earth, may totally fallen away? We see in the World such a general defection from truth and holiness, that Some may haply propose this Question,
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and our Lord Jesus Christ is our NONLATINALPHABET, our Great High Priest, by whom we have access unto the Father, in the Holy of Holies, that is, the Highest Heavens:
and our Lord jesus christ is our, our Great High Priest, by whom we have access unto the Father, in the Holy of Holies, that is, the Highest Heavens:
even then, when we cannot give our presence and attendance in his Sanctuary. There is none but thinks, the Churches present pressure, to be the Clergies tryal;
even then, when we cannot give our presence and attendance in his Sanctuary. There is none but thinks, the Churches present pressure, to be the Clergies trial;
and so, whilst Sojourners on Earth, to have our conversation in Heaven? whereas a multitude met together in the Church, without Order and Discipline, Non populus sed turba est, It is not a Congregation, but a tumult;
and so, while Sojourners on Earth, to have our Conversation in Heaven? whereas a multitude met together in the Church, without Order and Discipline, Non populus sed turba est, It is not a Congregation, but a tumult;
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Babilonem exhibet, de Hierusalem nihil habet (as Bernard well,) Such a meeting speaks men of Babylon, not of Jerusalem; not Jerusalem which is above, whose order and unity we have seen in St. Johns Vision,
Babilonem exhibet, de Jerusalem nihil habet (as Bernard well,) Such a meeting speaks men of Babylon, not of Jerusalem; not Jerusalem which is above, whose order and unity we have seen in Saint Johns Vision,
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Behold we that NONLATINALPHABET, that good pleasure of the Lord, wherewith he loveth us in Christ, bringing life and salvation to our Souls, in the death and passion of his Son. See here that NONLATINALPHABET,
Behold we that, that good pleasure of the Lord, wherewith he loves us in christ, bringing life and salvation to our Souls, in the death and passion of his Son. See Here that,
with St. Austin, I say unto thee, Aliud desidera, si majus, si melius, si suavius inveneris, Go, consider and desire, contemplate and enjoy something else,
with Saint Austin, I say unto thee, Aliud desidera, si Majus, si Better, si suavius inveneris, Go, Consider and desire, contemplate and enjoy something Else,
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then that thou maist see the Beauty of the Lord? Are not these the Motives and Reasons, of too too many who resort to Gods House? I appeal to your own bosoms;
then that thou Mayest see the Beauty of the Lord? are not these the Motives and Reasons, of too too many who resort to God's House? I appeal to your own bosoms;
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2. Be we exhorted, acrording to Davids example, Aperto vivere v•to, openly to profess our devotion and zeal to Gods House, declare our judgment and affection for Gods Worship,
2. Be we exhorted, acrording to Davids Exampl, Aperto vivere v•to, openly to profess our devotion and zeal to God's House, declare our judgement and affection for God's Worship,
David, here, though a mighty Prince, yet of a far more humble temper, then the meanest A•tisan of our age, he thinks it no indignity to his Royal person,
David, Here, though a mighty Prince, yet of a Far more humble temper, then the Meanest A•tisan of our age, he thinks it no indignity to his Royal person,
And thus bowing the Knee, uncovering the Head, and the like, which are civil actions in a respect to men, they become Religious and Divine, having God for their object,
And thus bowing the Knee, uncovering the Head, and the like, which Are civil actions in a respect to men, they become Religious and Divine, having God for their Object,
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Civil Communion, as Members of some Corporation, requires the former; and no less doth our Mystical Communion, as Members of the Church, require the latter.
Civil Communion, as Members of Some Corporation, requires the former; and no less does our Mystical Communion, as Members of the Church, require the latter.
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And strange it is, That they should be so remiss in reverencing Gods Sanctuary, who yet seem so zealous for observing his Sabbaths, dis-joyning in their practise, what God hath so near joyned in his Precept.
And strange it is, That they should be so remiss in reverencing God's Sanctuary, who yet seem so zealous for observing his Sabbaths, disjoining in their practice, what God hath so near joined in his Precept.
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So that, when we speak, it ought to be with that care and Conscience, as delivering to you the very Oracles of God. O si quando loquamur ut Oracula, vivamus ut numina!
So that, when we speak, it ought to be with that care and Conscience, as delivering to you the very Oracles of God. O si quando loquamur ut Oracula, Vivamus ut numina!
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we may behold the Angels ascending and descending, in their several Ministries, for the good of those, whom God makes Heirs of Salvation. And O how much need have we to inquire in Gods Temple!
we may behold the Angels ascending and descending, in their several Ministries, for the good of those, whom God makes Heirs of Salvation. And O how much need have we to inquire in God's Temple!
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how vain had it been, if either God hath no Temple, or those Temples be not holy? Besides it is St. Pauls argument, If that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remaineth is glorious.
how vain had it been, if either God hath no Temple, or those Temples be not holy? Beside it is Saint Paul's argument, If that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remains is glorious.
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From which fury it is, that never any Nation, or Family, or Person, prospered to the third Generation, which either made Gods house a place of Merchandise by prophaning it,
From which fury it is, that never any nation, or Family, or Person, prospered to the third Generation, which either made God's house a place of Merchandise by profaning it,
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Altar and Priests to the most high God, we read to have been from Adam to Melchisedech, but a Tabernacle and Temple we finde not till Moses and Solomon: The Tabernacle, that a Type of our Earthly pilgrimage and temporary sojourning,
Altar and Priests to the most high God, we read to have been from Adam to Melchizedek, but a Tabernacle and Temple we find not till Moses and Solomon: The Tabernacle, that a Type of our Earthly pilgrimage and temporary sojourning,
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and therefore, times persons place, and things, consecrate and appropriate to his Worship. Of this, and all this, we are assured from Reasons dictate, and Scriptures proof.
and Therefore, times Persons place, and things, consecrate and Appropriate to his Worship. Of this, and all this, we Are assured from Reasons dictate, and Scriptures proof.
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And if the Church had then their Publick service, they had also some publick place to be a Bethel, an House of God, where was consecrated an Altar unto the Lord.
And if the Church had then their Public service, they had also Some public place to be a Bethel, an House of God, where was consecrated an Altar unto the Lord.
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So that, we may well plead Church Liturgy, as antient as Church Communion; and Church Communion, as to Gods Publick worship, contemporary with the third generation of mankinde,
So that, we may well plead Church Liturgy, as ancient as Church Communion; and Church Communion, as to God's Public worship, contemporary with the third generation of mankind,
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As Cities had their original from single Families, so Temples their beginning from single Altars. We no sooner read, That the holy Seed became propagated into several Families;
As Cities had their original from single Families, so Temples their beginning from single Altars. We no sooner read, That the holy Seed became propagated into several Families;
So that we can say with David in a zeal to Gods Publick worship, One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after, &c. The second Reason of Davids Petition, That of Devotion; To enquire in his Temple.
So that we can say with David in a zeal to God's Public worship, One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek After, etc. The second Reason of Davids Petition, That of Devotion; To inquire in his Temple.
of which Sacraments administring, I may say what St. Paul said of the Corinthians prophesying, That, if an unbeliever, or any one (except a pertinacious Separatist) come into the Congregation of Gods people,
of which Sacraments administering, I may say what Saint Paul said of the Corinthians prophesying, That, if an unbeliever, or any one (except a pertinacious Separatist) come into the Congregation of God's people,
This Ministration being performed, the close of the whole service is applicatory of the whole solemnity, in most devout and pathetical Prayers, with Heavenly and Evangelical praises;
This Ministration being performed, the close of the Whole service is applicatory of the Whole solemnity, in most devout and pathetical Prayers, with Heavenly and Evangelical praises;
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The Consecration ended, View we the Administration; in which the dearest pledges of Divine love are delivered with a Summary Recapitulation of the whole Sacraments mystery;
The Consecration ended, View we the Administration; in which the dearest pledges of Divine love Are Delivered with a Summary Recapitulation of the Whole Sacraments mystery;
Upon which, is pronounced the Word of blessing, with Prayer consecrating the Bread and Wine to be the Sacramental signs and seal of Christs Body and Blood.
Upon which, is pronounced the Word of blessing, with Prayer consecrating the Bred and Wine to be the Sacramental Signs and seal of Christ Body and Blood.
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as sacred Odors, made acceptable through the Incense of Christs merits,) he proceeds, with fear and reverence, to the Consecration of the Sacramental Elements;
as sacred Odours, made acceptable through the Incense of Christ merits,) he proceeds, with Fear and Reverence, to the Consecration of the Sacramental Elements;
And the judgment being rightly informed by instruction, the affections are divinely raised by exhortation, set on with that perswasive argument and inforcing motive, the riches of grace,
And the judgement being rightly informed by instruction, the affections Are divinely raised by exhortation, Set on with that persuasive argument and enforcing motive, the riches of grace,
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Secondly, View we the Beauty of holy Worship, in the Churches Publick Administrations; to instance in that one of the blessed Sacrament of the Eucharist:
Secondly, View we the Beauty of holy Worship, in the Churches Public Administrations; to instance in that one of the blessed Sacrament of the Eucharist:
but in an orderly composure, like a chain of Gold; one part still linkt within another, to become a fit ornament to set off the Churches beauty, whereby she is the more comely and fair in the eyes of her beloved.
but in an orderly composure, like a chain of Gold; one part still linked within Another, to become a fit ornament to Set off the Churches beauty, whereby she is the more comely and fair in the eyes of her Beloved.
Sometimes the Church makes profession of her Faith, sometimes she publisheth the commands of her God, sometimes she is humbled in larger (yet not long winded) supplications, sometimes she is exercised in shorter (yet piercing and pathetical) ejaculations.
Sometime the Church makes profession of her Faith, sometime she Publisheth the commands of her God, sometime she is humbled in larger (yet not long winded) supplications, sometime she is exercised in shorter (yet piercing and pathetical) ejaculations.
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Yea, in this Form of Divine service, and Publick worship, see how the Church of Christ doth sometimes adore Gods sacred Majesty, sometimes extol his glorious attributes, sometimes commemorate his famous acts, sometimes recount his gracious blessings, sometimes denounce his severe judgments, sometimes declare his Fatherly promises, sometimes set forth his heavenly praises.
Yea, in this From of Divine service, and Public worship, see how the Church of christ does sometime adore God's sacred Majesty, sometime extol his glorious attributes, sometime commemorate his famous acts, sometime recount his gracious blessings, sometime denounce his severe Judgments, sometime declare his Fatherly promises, sometime Set forth his heavenly praises.
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even all estates and conditions of men whatsoever, from the highest Prince, to the meanest Peasant, from the holiest Saint, to the vilest sinners, Turks and Infidels not excepted.
even all estates and conditions of men whatsoever, from the highest Prince, to the Meanest Peasant, from the Holiest Saint, to the Vilest Sinners, Turks and Infidels not excepted.
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In this Divine service, the Church by an orderly progress of Piety, and performance of Devotion, sometimes makes confession of sin, sometimes deprecations of wrath, sometimes Petitions of mercy, sometimes intercessions for all men;
In this Divine service, the Church by an orderly progress of Piety, and performance of Devotion, sometime makes Confessi of since, sometime deprecations of wrath, sometime Petitions of mercy, sometime intercessions for all men;
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right, a form of Divine Service, as being a continued Exercise of all the parts of holy Worship, taking up the whole minde and soul of the Spiritual man.
right, a from of Divine Service, as being a continued Exercise of all the parts of holy Worship, taking up the Whole mind and soul of the Spiritual man.
There being nothing in Devotion, nothing in Doctrine, nothing in Substance, nothing in Circumstance, but what Gods Word either explicitely commands, or implicitely allows.
There being nothing in Devotion, nothing in Doctrine, nothing in Substance, nothing in Circumstance, but what God's Word either explicitly commands, or implicitly allows.
as may denominate them his Houses? Why see it in our Churches sacred Liturgy; both as to the decency and order of her daily Service, and Sacramental Administrations.
as may denominate them his Houses? Why see it in our Churches sacred Liturgy; both as to the decency and order of her daily Service, and Sacramental Administrations.
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and that Beauty divine, even the Beauty of the Lord? No wonder then if David be so importunate in his suit, to have his dwelling in so pleasant a seat,
and that Beauty divine, even the Beauty of the Lord? No wonder then if David be so importunate in his suit, to have his Dwelling in so pleasant a seat,
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the outward Court, that's the Body; the inward Tabernacle, that's the Soul; and the holy Sanctuary, that's the Spirit; by which Spirit we have our communion, yea,
the outward Court, that's the Body; the inward Tabernacle, that's the Soul; and the holy Sanctuary, that's the Spirit; by which Spirit we have our communion, yea,
the holy Place, the Church of Christ; and the Holy of Holies, the Heavenly Presence. 2. A Map of Man, the lesser World, consisting of Body, Soul, and Spirit;
the holy Place, the Church of christ; and the Holy of Holies, the Heavenly Presence. 2. A Map of Man, the lesser World, consisting of Body, Soul, and Spirit;
yea, here is Aarons Rod, which being withered, after budded, flowred, and brought forth ripe Almonds; that is, the dead bodies of Gods Saints, raised to life, are cloathed with immortality and glory.
yea, Here is Aaron's Rod, which being withered, After budded, flowered, and brought forth ripe Almonds; that is, the dead bodies of God's Saints, raised to life, Are clothed with immortality and glory.
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the Golden Propitiatory, his glorious Humanity; and the Table of the Law, his perfect Obedience: the Cherubims wings, did represent the Ministry of Angels;
the Golden Propitiatory, his glorious Humanity; and the Table of the Law, his perfect obedience: the Cherubims wings, did represent the Ministry of Angels;
The Holy of Holies did represent the Heavenly State of the Church Triumphant; there being the Ark of the Covenant, the Personal and Corporal presence of Christ;
The Holy of Holies did represent the Heavenly State of the Church Triumphant; there being the Ark of the Covenant, the Personal and Corporal presence of christ;
for we finde in the first Tabernacle, called Holy, the Candlestick, and the Table, and the Shewbread; and in the second Tabernacle, called The Holy of Holies, we finde the Golden Censer, the Ark, the Manna, Aarons Rod, the Tables of the Covenant, the Cherubims of Glory, and the Mercy Seat. Now, this Tabernacle and Sanctuary did aptly represent the Church of Christ;
for we find in the First Tabernacle, called Holy, the Candlestick, and the Table, and the Shewbread; and in the second Tabernacle, called The Holy of Holies, we find the Golden Censer, the Ark, the Manna, Aaron's Rod, the Tables of the Covenant, the Cherubims of Glory, and the Mercy Seat. Now, this Tabernacle and Sanctuary did aptly represent the Church of christ;
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The object is proportioned to the faculty, the Creatures are as the Waters, and his Word and Sacraments as the Mirrors, which represent God by reflexion, whose glory we cannot look upon in a direct Beam.
The Object is proportioned to the faculty, the Creatures Are as the Waters, and his Word and Sacraments as the Mirrors, which represent God by reflection, whose glory we cannot look upon in a Direct Beam.
God descends to exalt man, the Creator humbles himself to a communion with his Creature, and to so near a communion, as to make his Spirit, mans life; his grace, mans comliness; his wing, mans shadow; his hand, mans strength; his heart, mans rest; his beauty, mans delight; and his embraces, mans repose.
God descends to exalt man, the Creator humbles himself to a communion with his Creature, and to so near a communion, as to make his Spirit, men life; his grace, men comeliness; his wing, men shadow; his hand, men strength; his heart, men rest; his beauty, men delight; and his embraces, men repose.
Why, what commerce hath Earth with Heaven, finite with infinite, flesh with spirit, dust and ashes, with majesty and glory, man with God? O the gracious sweetness of divine love!
Why, what commerce hath Earth with Heaven, finite with infinite, Flesh with Spirit, dust and Ashes, with majesty and glory, man with God? O the gracious sweetness of divine love!
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so says the Psalmist, One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord, all the days of my life;
so Says the Psalmist, One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek After, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord, all the days of my life;
the ravishing Beauty, the light of his countenance, and the sweet repose, his Arms of Love? yea, where the blest Fellowship is that of Angels and Saints,
the ravishing Beauty, the Light of his countenance, and the sweet repose, his Arms of Love? yea, where the blessed Fellowship is that of Angels and Saints,
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which gift of Prophecy was onely supplied by an Eccho, which the Hebrews call Bath Kol, the Daughter of a Voice, revealing sometimes something of the Will of God.
which gift of Prophecy was only supplied by an Echo, which the Hebrews call Both Kol, the Daughter of a Voice, revealing sometime something of the Will of God.
the latter House wanting what gave the excellency to the former, even the Ark of the Covenant, the Heavenly Fire, the overshadowing Cloud, the Urim and Thummim, and the gift of Prophecy;
the latter House wanting what gave the excellency to the former, even the Ark of the Covenant, the Heavenly Fire, the overshadowing Cloud, the Urim and Thummim, and the gift of Prophecy;
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Wherefore Davids zeal to the Building, and Zorobabels to the rebuilding the Temple and House of God, it was rewarded and incouraged by the promise of the Messiah, issuing from their loyns:
Wherefore Davids zeal to the Building, and Zorobabels to the rebuilding the Temple and House of God, it was rewarded and encouraged by the promise of the Messiah, issuing from their loins:
GOD that loveth the Gates of Sion, above all the habitations of Jacob; he prefers the Publick Services of the Church, before the Private Worship of the Closet.
GOD that loves the Gates of Sion, above all the habitations of Jacob; he prefers the Public Services of the Church, before the Private Worship of the Closet.
And it being further supposed, That su•h is mans unconstancy, curiosity, pride, self-love, and the like, that he is easily swayed, readily prompted to what is evil and irreligious.
And it being further supposed, That su•h is men unconstancy, curiosity, pride, Self-love, and the like, that he is Easily swayed, readily prompted to what is evil and irreligious.
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but in wisdom to order, and in power to moderate their subtilty and rage, so as may make for his Churches tryal, his Saints honor, and his Truths advancement.
but in Wisdom to order, and in power to moderate their subtlety and rage, so as may make for his Churches trial, his Saints honour, and his Truths advancement.
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How many are the prophecies which foretold false Prophets? how many are the prophecies from Christ and his Apostles? Many false Prophets shall arise, and shall deceive many; so our Saviour foretells us.
How many Are the prophecies which foretold false prophets? how many Are the prophecies from christ and his Apostles? Many false prophets shall arise, and shall deceive many; so our Saviour foretells us.
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As to these then our latter days, the Spirit speaks expresly, That some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrines of devils;
As to these then our latter days, the Spirit speaks expressly, That Some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrines of Devils;
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The Church of Galatia hath those that joyn Judaism with Christianism, the Ceremonial Rites with the Evangelical Mysteries. The Church of Coloss hath those, that patch Philosophical Notions to Gospel Truths, and the Worship of Angels to the Worship of God. The Church of Pergamus hath those that assert the doctrine of Balaam and the Nicholaitans. The Church of Thyatira hath those that teach it lawful to commit fornication, and eat things sacrificed to Idols.
The Church of Galatia hath those that join Judaism with Christianism, the Ceremonial Rites with the Evangelical Mysteres. The Church of Coloss hath those, that patch Philosophical Notions to Gospel Truths, and the Worship of Angels to the Worship of God. The Church of Pergamos hath those that assert the Doctrine of balaam and the Nicolaitans. The Church of Thyatira hath those that teach it lawful to commit fornication, and eat things sacrificed to Idols.
Yea, so plentiful was the increase of these Tares, that in the Primitive and Purest age of the Church, to St. Augustines time, which was about the fourth Century; no less then Eighty eight Sects of Heresies were sprung up in the Church, each divided one from another, and all from the truth.
Yea, so plentiful was the increase of these Tares, that in the Primitive and Purest age of the Church, to Saint Augustine's time, which was about the fourth Century; no less then Eighty eight Sects of Heresies were sprung up in the Church, each divided one from Another, and all from the truth.
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as that Countrey, some new Monster, so this City, some new Heresie. Here, at Congregational Meetings, Heresies engender, as there, wilde Beasts at the Rivers;
as that Country, Some new Monster, so this city, Some new Heresy. Here, At Congregational Meetings, Heresies engender, as there, wild Beasts At the rivers;
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so that to give you a view of all the Sects of our age, were to lead you thorow all Africa: And as before we could pass thorow that Countrey, there would be some new monster;
so that to give you a view of all the Sects of our age, were to led you thorough all Africa: And as before we could pass thorough that Country, there would be Some new monster;
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Oh how do the Anabaptists, by a corrupt mixture of opinions (as those African Beasts by an unnatural mixture of Seeds) how do they engender with the Novatians, and beget a mishapt brood called Separatists? Again,
O how do the Anabaptists, by a corrupt mixture of opinions (as those African Beasts by an unnatural mixture of Seeds) how do they engender with the Novatians, and beget a mishapped brood called Separatists? Again,
how do they engender with the Apostolici, and beget another as deformed a brood called Levellers? They engender with Donatus, and are called Brownists; they engender with Montanus, and are called Enthusiasts; they engender with Cerinthus, and are called Millenarians; they engender with Priscilianus, and are called Familists; and upon other prophane and heretical mixtures, are engendred the Antinomians, the Adamites, the Libertines, with many, very many other, too numerous to be numbred,
how do they engender with the Apostolic, and beget Another as deformed a brood called Levellers? They engender with Donatus, and Are called Brownists; they engender with Montanus, and Are called Enthusiasts; they engender with Cerinthus, and Are called Millenarians; they engender with Priscilianus, and Are called Familists; and upon other profane and heretical mixtures, Are engendered the Antinomians, the Adamites, the Libertines, with many, very many other, too numerous to be numbered,
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There must be even these Heresies amongst us: Must, but how? Why, from the Devils tempting in malice, Mans consenting through Wickedness, and Gods permitting in Justice.
There must be even these Heresies among us: Must, but how? Why, from the Devils tempting in malice, men consenting through Wickedness, and God's permitting in justice.
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sometimes infesting her with bloody persecutions, sometimes seducing with corrupt doctrines, always disquieting with hellish temptations. This that lying spirit in the mouth of all false Prophets;
sometime infesting her with bloody persecutions, sometime seducing with corrupt doctrines, always disquieting with hellish temptations. This that lying Spirit in the Mouth of all false prophets;
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So that what was said of Aretine, that foul mouthed Italian, may be too truly said of the Hereticks in our times, Quicquid Diabolus audet cogitare hi audent proloqui;
So that what was said of Aretine, that foul mouthed Italian, may be too truly said of the Heretics in our times, Quicquid Diabolus audet cogitare him Audent proloqui;
even according to that rule of equity given by St. Paul, 2 Thes. 2.11, 12. where the Apostle tells us, That because men receive not the love of the truth that they may be saved:
even according to that Rule of equity given by Saint Paul, 2 Thebes 2.11, 12. where the Apostle tells us, That Because men receive not the love of the truth that they may be saved:
They are given up to strong delusions to believe a lie, whereby they are damned. Thus then upon Satans tempting in malice, Mans consenting through wickedness, Gods permiting in Justice:
They Are given up to strong delusions to believe a lie, whereby they Are damned. Thus then upon Satan tempting in malice, men consenting through wickedness, God's permitting in justice:
St. Jerome speaking of Arrius of Alexandria, he tells us, Una scintilla fuit, was but as one spark, sed quia non statim suppressa est, because he had at first some indulgent toleration, and not a speedy suppression:
Saint Jerome speaking of Arius of Alexandria, he tells us, Una scintilla fuit, was but as one spark, sed quia non Immediately suppressa est, Because he had At First Some indulgent toleration, and not a speedy suppression:
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Therefore this small spark was kindled to a great fire, Et totum orbem ejus flamma depopulata est, And the flame of his heretical fury, laid waste the whole Christian world.
Therefore this small spark was kindled to a great fire, Et totum orbem His Flamma depopulata est, And the flame of his heretical fury, laid waste the Whole Christian world.
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Now let us inquire, What are the preservatives against the infection of Heresies? Answer. First, To be sincere in Obedience: Secondly, Humble in Minde: Thirdly, Fervent in Prayer: Fourthly, Rooted in the Faith.
Now let us inquire, What Are the preservatives against the infection of Heresies? Answer. First, To be sincere in obedience: Secondly, Humble in Mind: Thirdly, Fervent in Prayer: Fourthly, Rooted in the Faith.
He that will hold the Mystery of the Faith, it must be in a pure Conscience. To keep the Conscience clear in an exercise of Holiness, is a sure means to keep the judgment sound in doctrines of Faith;
He that will hold the Mystery of the Faith, it must be in a pure Conscience. To keep the Conscience clear in an exercise of Holiness, is a sure means to keep the judgement found in doctrines of Faith;
the Priest asked him, How he might best understand the former part of St. Pauls Epistle to the Romans, being dogmatical and deep? the Cardinal answered, By practising the latter part, which is parenetical and plain.
the Priest asked him, How he might best understand the former part of Saint Paul's Epistle to the Roman, being dogmatical and deep? the Cardinal answered, By practising the latter part, which is Parthenetical and plain.
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Indeed NONLATINALPHABET (NONLATINALPHABET, ) so Synesius, An upright life is the entrance of Divine Knowledge; or as Solomon, The fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom.
Indeed (,) so Synesius, an upright life is the Entrance of Divine Knowledge; or as Solomon, The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom.
Practical Duties, are the surest steps to Theoretical Notions. That David becomes wiser then his teachers, and attains more knowledge then the Antients;
Practical Duties, Are the Surest steps to Theoretical Notions. That David becomes Wiser then his Teachers, and attains more knowledge then the Ancients;
Corporal things the higher they are seated, the higher we must look; whereas in Spiritual things, the loftier are the Mysteries, the lower must be our mindes.
Corporal things the higher they Are seated, the higher we must look; whereas in Spiritual things, the loftier Are the Mysteres, the lower must be our minds.
Heresie is a Spiritual infatuation upon the Soul, against which, no preservative is more effectual then that Wisdom which is from above, pure, and peaceable: And,
Heresy is a Spiritual infatuation upon the Soul, against which, no preservative is more effectual then that Wisdom which is from above, pure, and peaceable: And,
if any man lack this wisdom, let him ask it of God, saith St. James. Wherefore when we read Gods Word, let St. Augustines Prayer be our devotion, Domine Jesu sint castae deliciae meae, Scripturae tuae:
if any man lack this Wisdom, let him ask it of God, Says Saint James. Wherefore when we read God's Word, let Saint Augustine's Prayer be our devotion, Domine Jesu sint Castae Deliciae meae, Scriptures tuae:
4. Rooted in the Faith. As for Heresies, they have their strength from our weakness, Nihil valent si in bene valentem fidem incurrant They have no power when they encounter a Faith which is Powerful;
4. Rooted in the Faith. As for Heresies, they have their strength from our weakness, Nihil valent si in bene valentem fidem incurrant They have no power when they encounter a Faith which is Powerful;
they are such then, as are seised with that Spiritus vertiginis, That spirit of giddiness ( Isa. 19.14.) who are carried about with every wind of doctrine;
they Are such then, as Are seized with that Spiritus vertiginis, That Spirit of giddiness (Isaiah 19.14.) who Are carried about with every wind of Doctrine;
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What are those persons then, thus fickle and inconstant in their opinions? Why St. Paul tells us, They are children, that is, Weaklings in the Faith.
What Are those Persons then, thus fickle and inconstant in their opinions? Why Saint Paul tells us, They Are children, that is, Weaklings in the Faith.
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and therefore do we in our greatest adversity endure it w th patience, Holding Faith and a good Conscience, till the victory of Truth (which is great and will prevail ) crown our sufferings.
and Therefore do we in our greatest adversity endure it w that patience, Holding Faith and a good Conscience, till the victory of Truth (which is great and will prevail) crown our sufferings.
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your preparatory service to the Blessed Sacrament of the Eucharist; in which your preparatory supplications to that sacred Ordinance, remember that part of our Churches Letany, and Dev•tion, From all Sedition and Privy Conspiracy, from all false Doctrine and Heresie; Good Lord deliver us. Amen. Amen.
your preparatory service to the Blessed Sacrament of the Eucharist; in which your preparatory supplications to that sacred Ordinance, Remember that part of our Churches Letany, and Dev•tion, From all Sedition and Privy conspiracy, from all false Doctrine and Heresy; Good Lord deliver us. Amen. Amen.
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And those whom Satan hath fast in the Chain of Heresie, he can easily lead (if it suit with his further ends) into any other enormous impiety; though never so bloody and cruel, never so filthy and carnal.
And those whom Satan hath fast in the Chain of Heresy, he can Easily led (if it suit with his further ends) into any other enormous impiety; though never so bloody and cruel, never so filthy and carnal.
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Now as for ingratitude, what greater then that of the Heretick, who Viper-like eats out the Bowels of his Mother that gave him birth? And as for the pride of the Heretick, it is that of Lucifer, truly Diabolical, a preferring the spirit of error,
Now as for ingratitude, what greater then that of the Heretic, who Viperlike eats out the Bowels of his Mother that gave him birth? And as for the pride of the Heretic, it is that of Lucifer, truly Diabolical, a preferring the Spirit of error,
Ingratum si dixeris omnia dixeris, If thou callest un hankful, thou speakest all evil, saith Seneca; and to set forth Tarquinius in the deepest dy of basest ignominy, the Romans named him Tarquinius Superbus, Tarquin the Proud.
Ungrateful si Dixers omnia Dixers, If thou Callest un hankful, thou Speakest all evil, Says Senecca; and to Set forth Tarquinius in the Deepest die of Basest ignominy, the Romans nam him Tarquinius Superbus, Tarquin the Proud.
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thus Socrates of the Macedonians. And such the confutation from the Spanish Inquisition, and the Marian Persecution, Notantur articuli & parantur fasciculi (saith Erasmus ) The Articles are read, and the Faggots are ready;
thus Socrates of the Macedonians. And such the confutation from the Spanish Inquisition, and the Marian Persecution, Notantur articuli & parantur fasciculi (Says Erasmus) The Articles Are read, and the Faggots Are ready;
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Thus did the Orthodox in their prosecutions of Hereticks; but how much different were the Hereticks in their persecutions of the Orthodox? Non ex dialecticorum locis,
Thus did the Orthodox in their prosecutions of Heretics; but how much different were the Heretics in their persecutions of the Orthodox? Non ex dialecticorum locis,
and above all, under the unparralel'd fury (if these days have not out-vied them) of Papal persecutions. The Orthodox in their just prosecution of Hereticks, still tempered Severity with Charity;
and above all, under the unparalleled fury (if these days have not outvied them) of Papal persecutions. The Orthodox in their just prosecution of Heretics, still tempered Severity with Charity;
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yea, its malice and rage, is especially against the Pastors of the Church, as the Shepherds of the Flock, on purpose the more easily to scatter and spoil, to raven and devour the Sheep.
yea, its malice and rage, is especially against the Pastors of the Church, as the Shepherd's of the Flock, on purpose the more Easily to scatter and spoil, to raven and devour the Sheep.
this subtile and cruel Beast (as it is repor•ed) will imitate the voice of a man, and oftentimes calling at the Shepherds Cottages, doth seise and devour them:
this subtle and cruel Beast (as it is repor•ed) will imitate the voice of a man, and oftentimes calling At the Shepherd's Cottages, does seize and devour them:
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Nazianzen he calls them NONLATINALPHABET, Satans engines for the Churches ruine. They are, says Ignatius NONLATINALPHABET, not followers of Christ, but hucksters of Christianity;
Nazianzen he calls them, Satan Engines for the Churches ruin. They Are, Says Ignatius, not followers of christ, but hucksters of Christianity;
corrupting the minde and stupifying the Conscience, to a making blinde, hardened, seard, reprobate. This the wormwood which makes bitter the waters of the Sanctuary;
corrupting the mind and stupefying the Conscience, to a making blind, hardened, seared, Reprobate. This the wormwood which makes bitter the waters of the Sanctuary;
ask St. Peter, and he will tell us, Heresies they are pernicious, destructive, damnable; they subvert whole houses, they devour souls, they seize the heart, and life of Religion;
ask Saint Peter, and he will tell us, Heresies they Are pernicious, destructive, damnable; they subvert Whole houses, they devour Souls, they seize the heart, and life of Religion;
If we consult the writings of the sacred Scriptures, and of the antient Fathers, we finde an holy zeal pursuing Heresie, with the blackest characters of guilt, and heaviest sentence of doom;
If we consult the writings of the sacred Scriptures, and of the ancient Father's, we find an holy zeal pursuing Heresy, with the Blackest characters of guilt, and Heaviest sentence of doom;
Now, as sins of Commission exceed in guilt, sins of Omission; so the Hereticks infidelity which is Positive, exceeds in guilt, the Infidelity of the Heathen which is Negative:
Now, as Sins of Commission exceed in guilt, Sins of Omission; so the Heretics infidelity which is Positive, exceeds in guilt, the Infidelity of the Heathen which is Negative:
And this Cyprians Assertion is founded upon St. Pauls Doctrine, in 1 Cor. 13.3. Though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing.
And this Cyprians Assertion is founded upon Saint Paul's Doctrine, in 1 Cor. 13.3. Though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing.
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Now how horrid a sin Schism is, may appear from the judgment of St. Cyprian founded upon the Testimony of St. Paul, Macula ista nec sauguine abluitur, gravis haec culpa nec passione purgatur.
Now how horrid a since Schism is, may appear from the judgement of Saint Cyprian founded upon the Testimony of Saint Paul, Macula ista nec sauguine abluitur, gravis haec culpa nec passion purgatur.
And thus this Particle NONLATINALPHABET, as in Gal. 5.12. it is added NONLATINALPHABET, and by way of an Auxesis, intimating the aggravation of Heresie from its comparison with Schism.
And thus this Particle, as in Gal. 5.12. it is added, and by Way of an Auxesis, intimating the aggravation of Heresy from its comparison with Schism.
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I partly believe it. And as a Reason of this, his facility and easiness of belief, he addes this Premonition, For there must be also Heresies among you.
I partly believe it. And as a Reason of this, his facility and easiness of belief, he adds this Premonition, For there must be also Heresies among you.
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for so, relating to the former verse, whereas the Apostle had heard that there were Schisms among them, he receives the report with a NONLATINALPHABET.
for so, relating to the former verse, whereas the Apostle had herd that there were Schisms among them, he receives the report with a.
Now then (Beloved) seeing these are your days of great tryal, hold fast to this form of sound Doctrine, keep close to this Pillar of saving truth; what St. Paul foretold, is now come to pass,
Now then (beloved) seeing these Are your days of great trial, hold fast to this from of found Doctrine, keep close to this Pillar of Saving truth; what Saint Paul foretold, is now come to pass,
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Seeing therefore with the travailing woman the Churches embleme, seeing with her, we are driven into the Wilderness, what shall be our guide that we loose not our way? where shall we finde our Cynosure, our Polestar, to direct us in our passage, that we miss not of life and salvation by Jesus Christ? Why see, see I point you to our Book of Articles, that Summary of Faith, that Star of Truth, borrowing its Sacred Light from the Sun of Righteousness, in the Gospel of our Jesus.
Seeing Therefore with the travailing woman the Churches emblem, seeing with her, we Are driven into the Wilderness, what shall be our guide that we lose not our Way? where shall we find our Cynosure, our Polestar, to Direct us in our passage, that we miss not of life and salvation by jesus christ? Why see, see I point you to our Book of Articles, that Summary of Faith, that Star of Truth, borrowing its Sacred Light from the Sun of Righteousness, in the Gospel of our jesus.
Whilest then we view the learned Schools, or the illuminated Congregations, with those in Melancthons time, Quos fugiamus habemus, sed quos sequamur non intelligimus.
Whilst then we view the learned Schools, or the illuminated Congregations, with those in Melanchthons time, Quos Fugiamus habemus, sed quos Sequamur non intelligimus.
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but so many antiently exploded Heresies? Those very Errors which lay urned and buried with their Founders, are raked up by the hand of a proud ignorance,
but so many anciently exploded Heresies? Those very Errors which lay urned and buried with their Founders, Are raked up by the hand of a proud ignorance,
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And now finding so much Error in the Prophets Schools, shall we seek for truth in the Separate Congregations? No sure, their many new lights, what are they,
And now finding so much Error in the prophets Schools, shall we seek for truth in the Separate Congregations? No sure, their many new lights, what Are they,
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and there instead of Angelical Aquine, Seraphical Bonaventure, Subtile Scotus, and Irrefragable Hales. Instead of these, we meet with (what I blush to tell you) the Illuminated Cobler, the Sublime Coachman, the Profound Skinner, the Inspired Waterman, and the like.
and there instead of Angelical Aquinas, Seraphical Bonaventure, Subtle Scotus, and Irrefragable Hales. Instead of these, we meet with (what I blush to tell you) the Illuminated Cobbler, the Sublime Coachman, the Profound Skinner, the Inspired Waterman, and the like.
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Enter we the Schools, and there we have Aquinas, Doctor Angelicus; Bonaventure, Doctor Seraphicus; Scotus, Doctor Subtilis; and Alexander Hales, Doctor Irrefragabilis; but enter we the Congregation,
Enter we the Schools, and there we have Aquinas, Doctor Angelicus; Bonaventure, Doctor Seraphic; Scotus, Doctor Subtle; and Alexander Hales, Doctor Irrefragabilis; but enter we the Congregation,
THE SECOND SERMON UPON 1 COR. 11.19. There must be also Heresies among you, that they which are approved, may be made manifest among you, THE INTRODUCTION.
THE SECOND SERMON UPON 1 COR. 11.19. There must be also Heresies among you, that they which Are approved, may be made manifest among you, THE INTRODUCTION.
WHilst I behold the Word and Ministry of Christ to to be amongst men, as the Ark and Testament among the Philistines, scornfully abus'd as in the Temple of Dagon, rather then religiously reverenc'd as in the Church of God; The sacred Scriptures, the Evidences of our salvation, not so much read in Devotion, as wrested by Faction;
While I behold the Word and Ministry of christ to to be among men, as the Ark and Testament among the philistines, scornfully abused as in the Temple of Dagon, rather then religiously reverenced as in the Church of God; The sacred Scriptures, the Evidences of our salvation, not so much read in Devotion, as wrested by Faction;
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so that a question it is, Whether the profane neglecting, or the unworthy receiving, or the disorderly administring the blessed Sacraments bring greater guilt upon the Nation.
so that a question it is, Whither the profane neglecting, or the unworthy receiving, or the disorderly administering the blessed Sacraments bring greater guilt upon the nation.
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And no wonder then if our dearest blood hath been spilt in so large a profuseness, seeing we have spilt Christs precious blood in so open a profaneness.
And no wonder then if our dearest blood hath been spilled in so large a profuseness, seeing we have spilled Christ precious blood in so open a profaneness.
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Oh! how, how have men come to receive the bread and wine of the blessed Eucharist, but have not discern'd Christs body and blood, through their profane and unworthy participation? And now, how many, oh!
Oh! how, how have men come to receive the bred and wine of the blessed Eucharist, but have not discerned Christ body and blood, through their profane and unworthy participation? And now, how many, o!
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too too many, how do they go to receive Christs body and blood, and alas discern not that it is meer bread and wine, through an unlawful and Schismatical administration? Of these two so horrid evils, I cannot suddenly say, which is the greater guilt.
too too many, how do they go to receive Christ body and blood, and alas discern not that it is mere bred and wine, through an unlawful and Schismatical administration? Of these two so horrid evils, I cannot suddenly say, which is the greater guilt.
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In which see the just judgment of the righteous God, that they who in a blind zeal have been so cruel to their mother the Church to eat out her bowels by Schism, they are given up to such a blindness of mind, that they become cruel to their own children, in not admitting them into the Churches bosom, her holy communion, by baptism:
In which see the just judgement of the righteous God, that they who in a blind zeal have been so cruel to their mother the Church to eat out her bowels by Schism, they Are given up to such a blindness of mind, that they become cruel to their own children, in not admitting them into the Churches bosom, her holy communion, by Baptism:
And thus, those very persons who did load our Church and Ministry with this reproach and scandal, that we would bring up our children in the superstition of Popery, God hath preserv'd us entire in the faith,
And thus, those very Persons who did load our Church and Ministry with this reproach and scandal, that we would bring up our children in the Superstition of Popery, God hath preserved us entire in the faith,
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We proceed to the second particular, The Commission: Not barely, no, nor properly, teach; but more fully, NONLATINALPHABET, make Disciples; NONLATINALPHABET, Disciple all Nations. But why disciple, rather then teach? I answer, for a two fold reason;
We proceed to the second particular, The Commission: Not barely, no, nor properly, teach; but more Fully,, make Disciples;, Disciple all nations. But why disciple, rather then teach? I answer, for a two fold reason;
Yea further, we observe, if our Saviour had intended the latter teaching, either NONLATINALPHABET, or NONLATINALPHABET, either by way of explication or of amplification to the former, he would have said NONLATINALPHABET;
Yea further, we observe, if our Saviour had intended the latter teaching, either, or, either by Way of explication or of amplification to the former, he would have said;
but saying, NONLATINALPHABET properly signifying teaching, we are hereby taught, NONLATINALPHABET must be properly rendred discipling: And then the sense runs clear,
but saying, properly signifying teaching, we Are hereby taught, must be properly rendered discipling: And then the sense runs clear,
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Thus then (Beloved) it appears by this little, how requisite it is that Humane learning be handmaid to Divine knowledge; for that no Translation can be the authentick Word of God, any further then it perfectly agrees with the Original. How unfit then are they to interpret Scripture, who cannot tell you which is Scripture? as sure I am, no man can tell you upon his own knowledge,
Thus then (beloved) it appears by this little, how requisite it is that Humane learning be handmaid to Divine knowledge; for that no translation can be the authentic Word of God, any further then it perfectly agrees with the Original. How unfit then Are they to interpret Scripture, who cannot tell you which is Scripture? as sure I am, no man can tell you upon his own knowledge,
but he who is competently skilled in the Original tongues. In opening then the Apostles Commission, we read it, Disciple ye all Nations; and propose these two particulars for our Explication. 1. What it is to disciple. 2. Who they are, that are to be discipled.
but he who is competently skilled in the Original tongues. In opening then the Apostles Commission, we read it, Disciple you all nations; and propose these two particulars for our Explication. 1. What it is to disciple. 2. Who they Are, that Are to be discipled.
such are now the Infants of believing parents, who are initiated by baptism to be educated in Christs school by teaching. To disciple, does not exclude teaching,
such Are now the Infants of believing Parents, who Are initiated by Baptism to be educated in Christ school by teaching. To disciple, does not exclude teaching,
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whose being discipled, brings in their children with them as parts of themselves, according to the tenor of Gods covenant, and the nature of the Churches communion.
whose being discipled, brings in their children with them as parts of themselves, according to the tenor of God's Covenant, and the nature of the Churches communion.
And it is the Criticks observation, that when our Saviour says, Suffer little children to come unto me, his NONLATINALPHABET is equivalent to the Jews NONLATINALPHABET;
And it is the Critics observation, that when our Saviour Says, Suffer little children to come unto me, his is equivalent to the jews;
yet this does not exclude them from being NONLATINALPHABET, taught of God. Sure, those men who oppose Infants disciplining and baptism, will not confine the teaching of the Spirit to the Ministry of the Word.
yet this does not exclude them from being, taught of God. Sure, those men who oppose Infants disciplining and Baptism, will not confine the teaching of the Spirit to the Ministry of the Word.
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But however it be with Infants as to present teaching, Christs disciples they are, as admitted into his family and school, made partakers of his Churches communion and prayers, receiv'd under his protection and guard.
But however it be with Infants as to present teaching, Christ Disciples they Are, as admitted into his family and school, made partakers of his Churches communion and Prayers, received under his protection and guard.
they go out among the Nations, preach the Gospel, and upon their preaching the Gentiles believe, upon their believing the parents and children are receiv'd to Baptism, thereby initiated as Scholars of Christs School, listed as Soldiers of his Army, inroll'd as Subjects of his Kingdom, receiv'd as Members of his Church.
they go out among the nations, preach the Gospel, and upon their preaching the Gentiles believe, upon their believing the Parents and children Are received to Baptism, thereby initiated as Scholars of Christ School, listed as Soldiers of his Army, enrolled as Subject's of his Kingdom, received as Members of his Church.
So that, in sum, to make disciples, is to admit into Church-communion: which Church-communion, before the Jews peculiar, is now become the Gentiles priviledge;
So that, in sum, to make Disciples, is to admit into Church-communion: which Church-communion, before the jews peculiar, is now become the Gentiles privilege;
diruto septo, the wall of partition being broken down, even the Law of commandments in the Ceremonial ordinances being abolished, the Gentiles are receiv'd into communion with the Jews, being made NONLATINALPHABET fellow-heirs of the same eternal inheritance, heaven;
diruto septo, the wall of partition being broken down, even the Law of Commandments in the Ceremonial ordinances being abolished, the Gentiles Are received into communion with the jews, being made fellow-heirs of the same Eternal inheritance, heaven;
Wherefore, how come they to have any right to, or share in the communion of the Church? To resolve this grand Quaere, I will first prove, that Infants of believing parents, they have a right and interest in the communion of the Church.
Wherefore, how come they to have any right to, or share in the communion of the Church? To resolve this grand Quaere, I will First prove, that Infants of believing Parents, they have a right and Interest in the communion of the Church.
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First, prove that Infants of believing parents have a right and interest in the communion of the Church, from three Arguments. 1. Because the Jews infants were members of the visible Church,
First, prove that Infants of believing Parents have a right and Interest in the communion of the Church, from three Arguments. 1. Because the jews Infants were members of the visible Church,
if not from Adam, as it is probable, yet from Abraham, as it is infallible: Circumcision, the then initiating seal of Church-communion, is our argument and proof invincible.
if not from Adam, as it is probable, yet from Abraham, as it is infallible: Circumcision, the then initiating seal of Church-communion, is our argument and proof invincible.
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under the Law, and not under the Gospel, is repugnant to Gods mercy, and inconsistent with the Gospels fulness in the dispensations of grace. Besides, observe;
under the Law, and not under the Gospel, is repugnant to God's mercy, and inconsistent with the Gospels fullness in the dispensations of grace. Beside, observe;
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yea, with the natural branches, the ingraffed Gentiles partake of the root and fatness of the Olive, that is, they partake with the Jews of the promises and priviledges of the Church;
yea, with the natural branches, the Ingrafted Gentiles partake of the root and fatness of the Olive, that is, they partake with the jews of the promises and privileges of the Church;
If it were not so the Jews children, which were in Church-communion before their parents became Christians, they should lose the priviledge they before enjoyed,
If it were not so the jews children, which were in Church-communion before their Parents became Christians, they should loose the privilege they before enjoyed,
and become so far from being bettered in their estate by their parents believing in Christ come in the flesh, that their estate is made very much worse:
and become so Far from being bettered in their estate by their Parents believing in christ come in the Flesh, that their estate is made very much Worse:
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And if this be so, that children lose the benefit and blessing under the Gospel which they enjoyed under the Law, shew us what guilt in infants forfeited it,
And if this be so, that children loose the benefit and blessing under the Gospel which they enjoyed under the Law, show us what guilt in Infants forfeited it,
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and that of our Saviour, Suffer little children to come unto me, we shall hereafter prove, confirms them members of the Christian. To enlarge a little further.
and that of our Saviour, Suffer little children to come unto me, we shall hereafter prove, confirms them members of the Christian. To enlarge a little further.
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When the Jews were converted to the faith of Christ, did their children which were before Church-members, then cease to be of the Churches communion? If so, I ask what cast them out? If the repealing of that priviledge, give testimony of that repeal;
When the jews were converted to the faith of christ, did their children which were before Church-members, then cease to be of the Churches communion? If so, I ask what cast them out? If the repealing of that privilege, give testimony of that repeal;
On the contrary, did the Infant-children of the believing Jews retain, and shall not then the Infant-children of believing Gentiles receive this priviledge of the Churches communion? Sure, had it been the doctrine or practice of Christ or his Apostles, to exclude Infants from the communion of the Church;
On the contrary, did the Infant-children of the believing jews retain, and shall not then the Infant-children of believing Gentiles receive this privilege of the Churches communion? Sure, had it been the Doctrine or practice of christ or his Apostles, to exclude Infants from the communion of the Church;
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or, even amongst believers themselves, some notable dispute, if not disturbance rais'd about it. 2. Arg. Our Saviours testifying that to little children belongs the kingdom of God.
or, even among believers themselves, Some notable dispute, if not disturbance raised about it. 2. Argument Our Saviors testifying that to little children belongs the Kingdom of God.
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And his testimony we have from S. Mark s Gospel, where we find some zealously devoted, bringing young children unto Jesus, NONLATINALPHABET, sucking children:
And his testimony we have from S. Mark s Gospel, where we find Some zealously devoted, bringing young children unto jesus,, sucking children:
but it is the Kingdom of Grace, in testimony whereof God hath assign'd them tutelar Angels; which holy Angels the Apostle tells us are ministring Spirits for the good of those God ordains heirs of salvation.
but it is the Kingdom of Grace, in testimony whereof God hath assigned them tutelar Angels; which holy Angels the Apostle tells us Are ministering Spirits for the good of those God ordains Heirs of salvation.
even whatsoever their tender age is capable of, in the communion of Saints. But it is objected, Our Saviour says not NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET;
even whatsoever their tender age is capable of, in the communion of Saints. But it is objected, Our Saviour Says not, but;
Answ. If it had been thus intended by Christ, as it is interpreted by the Anabaptist, then what had Christ to be displeas'd with his Disciples for, seeing they could not divine that Christ had a mind to read a lecture of admonition from the Emblematical resemblance of those children? But our Saviour's being displeased, argues something in the Apostles which was faulty, either of ignorance or of heedlesness, in not knowing,
Answer If it had been thus intended by christ, as it is interpreted by the Anabaptist, then what had christ to be displeased with his Disciples for, seeing they could not divine that christ had a mind to read a lecture of admonition from the Emblematical resemblance of those children? But our Saviour's being displeased, argues something in the Apostles which was faulty, either of ignorance or of heedlessness, in not knowing,
But further, the Argument is clear; if to such as Infants, much more to Infants. Our Saviour is so far from excluding them, that he primarily intends them:
But further, the Argument is clear; if to such as Infants, much more to Infants. Our Saviour is so Far from excluding them, that he primarily intends them:
For so is our common saying in English, suitable to the Scripture-phrase in Greek, when Nehemian thus speaks, Should such a man as I flie? Now does Nehemiah speak this of himself,
For so is our Common saying in English, suitable to the Scripture phrase in Greek, when nehemiah thus speaks, Should such a man as I fly? Now does Nehemiah speak this of himself,
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but in his NONLATINALPHABET, of such as them, he intends, and expresly declares his intentions to concern all the whole species of Infants, in as many as are presented unto him by the hand and faith of his Church. To close;
but in his, of such as them, he intends, and expressly declares his intentions to concern all the Whole species of Infants, in as many as Are presented unto him by the hand and faith of his Church. To close;
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Our Saviour, as he receives these infants with love, so he sends them away with a blessing: But what blessing does he bestow? Why, no ordinary blessing, we are sure,
Our Saviour, as he receives these Infants with love, so he sends them away with a blessing: But what blessing does he bestow? Why, no ordinary blessing, we Are sure,
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concerning whom, as a part of the Nations, our Saviour gives out the commission to his Apostles, with a NONLATINALPHABET, Go ye, disciple all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father,
Concerning whom, as a part of the nations, our Saviour gives out the commission to his Apostles, with a, Go you, disciple all Nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father,
the Apostle thus interpreted should be made to speak what is most false, for that the children of wedlock are no more bastards with the Pagans then with the Christians.
the Apostle thus interpreted should be made to speak what is most false, for that the children of wedlock Are no more bastards with the Pagans then with the Christians.
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But what holiness is it then, that the Apostle speaks of? Why, it is an holiness of Church-fellowship and communion, in a right to the promises and priviledges of the Gospel.
But what holiness is it then, that the Apostle speaks of? Why, it is an holiness of Church fellowship and communion, in a right to the promises and privileges of the Gospel.
And this external holiness it is, which is transmitted from the parent to the child, like that of political freedom transmitted from the father to the son.
And this external holiness it is, which is transmitted from the parent to the child, like that of political freedom transmitted from the father to the son.
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Thus as a Free-man begets a Free-man, and Jews begot Jews, so Christians beget Christians, not by vertue of natural generation, but by right of Church-communion:
Thus as a Freeman begets a Freeman, and jews begotten jews, so Christians beget Christians, not by virtue of natural generation, but by right of Church-communion:
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So that, as Israel is said to be an holy nation, an holy seed, so are the infants of believers said to be holy children, as dedicate and separate unto God;
So that, as Israel is said to be an holy Nation, an holy seed, so Are the Infants of believers said to be holy children, as dedicate and separate unto God;
They who will interpret NONLATINALPHABET to the wife, as if it were without NONLATINALPHABET, they do but NONLATINALPHABET, endeavour to serve and support their own prejudice and opinion.
They who will interpret to the wife, as if it were without, they do but, endeavour to serve and support their own prejudice and opinion.
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Thus then we are taught by the Learned to interpret the Apostle, clearly to avoid all the Anabaptists subtleties, with which we find him to puzzle some of his eminent opposers.
Thus then we Are taught by the Learned to interpret the Apostle, clearly to avoid all the Anabaptists subtleties, with which we find him to puzzle Some of his eminent opposers.
In that the Apostle says then, NONLATINALPHABET, The unbelieving husband hath been sanctified by the wife; and again, NONLATINALPHABET, The unbelieving wife hath been sanctified by the husband;
In that the Apostle Says then,, The unbelieving husband hath been sanctified by the wife; and again,, The unbelieving wife hath been sanctified by the husband;
the word NONLATINALPHABET being in the Praeter-tense, hath been sanctified, the Apostle speaks of what had been experienc'd, that the wife had been a means to sanctifie the unbelieving husband,
the word being in the Praeter-tense, hath been sanctified, the Apostle speaks of what had been experienced, that the wife had been a means to sanctify the unbelieving husband,
whether thou shalt save thy wife? Which saving answers so pat to the former sanctifying, that, to be sanctified, seems plainly to be a converting to the faith,
whither thou shalt save thy wife? Which Saving answers so pat to the former sanctifying, that, to be sanctified, seems plainly to be a converting to the faith,
and that this priviledge is not repealed. 2. That our Lord and Saviour hath testified, that to such Infants belongs the kingdom of God. 3. That S. Paul hath asserted it of all such Infants, that they are holy.
and that this privilege is not repealed. 2. That our Lord and Saviour hath testified, that to such Infants belongs the Kingdom of God. 3. That S. Paul hath asserted it of all such Infants, that they Are holy.
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from these, I say, I may make my infallible inference of holy truth, That the Infants of believing parents have a right and interest in the communion of the Church, as the Disciples of Christ.
from these, I say, I may make my infallible Inference of holy truth, That the Infants of believing Parents have a right and Interest in the communion of the Church, as the Disciples of christ.
This I have been the more large in, because I intend this my sure foundation, whereon, according to the method of my Text, to build the structure of Infants baptism, according to our Saviours commission and instruction;
This I have been the more large in, Because I intend this my sure Foundation, whereon, according to the method of my Text, to built the structure of Infants Baptism, according to our Saviors commission and instruction;
and of the Holy Ghost, &c. 2 Having proved, that Infants of believing parents, as Disciples of Christ, have a right and interest in the communion of the Church, I shall now give you the ground and reason of that interest and right;
and of the Holy Ghost, etc. 2 Having proved, that Infants of believing Parents, as Disciples of christ, have a right and Interest in the communion of the Church, I shall now give you the ground and reason of that Interest and right;
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which ground and reason is this, most sure and firm, Their being parties in the same Covenant of grace with their parents, upon which Covenant of Grace, is founded the Communion of the Church;
which ground and reason is this, most sure and firm, Their being parties in the same Covenant of grace with their Parents, upon which Covenant of Grace, is founded the Communion of the Church;
And that children are parties in Covenant with their Parents, is most plain from the express words of the Covenant first made with Abraham, I will establish my Covenant between me and thee,
And that children Are parties in Covenant with their Parents, is most plain from the express words of the Covenant First made with Abraham, I will establish my Covenant between me and thee,
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as well as of Abraham; is not onely evident from the Seal of the Covenant-Circumcision, but also from that renewing of the Covenant to Israel, where are present before the Lord, to enter into his Covenant, not onely the men of Israel, but also their wives and their little ones.
as well as of Abraham; is not only evident from the Seal of the Covenant-Circumcision, but also from that renewing of the Covenant to Israel, where Are present before the Lord, to enter into his Covenant, not only the men of Israel, but also their wives and their little ones.
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Now, this same Covenant which God made with Abraham, and established with Israel, we finde renewed by the Prophet, which is therefore called the New Covenant; and as renewed by the Prophet, so published and declared by the Apostle. Indeed, God had told Abraham, that he did establish with him an Everlasting Covenant; and such as is the Covenant, such must be the Communion, both Everlasting;
Now, this same Covenant which God made with Abraham, and established with Israel, we find renewed by the Prophet, which is Therefore called the New Covenant; and as renewed by the Prophet, so published and declared by the Apostle. Indeed, God had told Abraham, that he did establish with him an Everlasting Covenant; and such as is the Covenant, such must be the Communion, both Everlasting;
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And further, That children of believing Parents do retain their interest in the Covenant of Grace, is confirmed by the doctrine of St. Peter, in that his powerful Sermon, where he tells the Jews, The promise is to them, and to their children;
And further, That children of believing Parents do retain their Interest in the Covenant of Grace, is confirmed by the Doctrine of Saint Peter, in that his powerful Sermon, where he tells the jews, The promise is to them, and to their children;
And that, what is here said unto the Jews, does also reach the Gentiles; and what is spoken to those then present, does extend to all that shall come after, is fully implied,
And that, what is Here said unto the jews, does also reach the Gentiles; and what is spoken to those then present, does extend to all that shall come After, is Fully implied,
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And observe, the Apostles argument is purposely framed, in a regard to that benefit, which their children should receive, under the Gospels administration of the Covenant by Baptism:
And observe, the Apostles argument is purposely framed, in a regard to that benefit, which their children should receive, under the Gospels administration of the Covenant by Baptism:
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for that the tenor of the covenant, in promise and condition, so takes in the children with the parents, that the parents cannot covenant either excluding, or not including their children.
for that the tenor of the Covenant, in promise and condition, so Takes in the children with the Parents, that the Parents cannot Covenant either excluding, or not including their children.
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This then remains as a firm ground and sure reason of infants being parties in the communion of the Church, that they are parties in the covenant of grace.
This then remains as a firm ground and sure reason of Infants being parties in the communion of the Church, that they Are parties in the Covenant of grace.
And thus we have done with the second particular of the Text, the Apostles Commission; Disciple all nations. Where we have shewed you, what it is to disciple;
And thus we have done with the second particular of the Text, the Apostles Commission; Disciple all Nations. Where we have showed you, what it is to disciple;
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1. Do we here sharply reprove, and seriously admonish those who deny Infants Church communion, whereby (as much as in them lies) they do separate them from Christ,
1. Do we Here sharply reprove, and seriously admonish those who deny Infants Church communion, whereby (as much as in them lies) they do separate them from christ,
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Know ye not, vain men, that either Infants are Christs disciples and servants, or the Devils pupils and slaves? That they are Christs disciples and servants, you loudly deny:
Know you not, vain men, that either Infants Are Christ Disciples and Servants, or the Devils pupils and slaves? That they Are Christ Disciples and Servants, you loudly deny:
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for, what communion hath light and darkness, Christ and Belial? Certainly, to deny Infants Church-communion, is to deprive us of all sound hope of their salvation:
for, what communion hath Light and darkness, christ and Belial? Certainly, to deny Infants Church-communion, is to deprive us of all found hope of their salvation:
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For where can we find a sacred promise, and therefore how can we have any found hope of any being saved, that are not of the Church? the Church, the treasury of Christs promises and blessings, to which God is said to adde such as shall be saved;
For where can we find a sacred promise, and Therefore how can we have any found hope of any being saved, that Are not of the Church? the Church, the treasury of Christ promises and blessings, to which God is said to add such as shall be saved;
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On how do the Anabaptists, in cutting off Infants from the Church, how do they like those which in their heat cut off a tribe from Israel? And though with Benjamin this be the youngest tribe,
On how do the Anabaptists, in cutting off Infants from the Church, how do they like those which in their heat Cut off a tribe from Israel? And though with Benjamin this be the youngest tribe,
Though they have not actual baptism, yet they have intentional, in voto parentum & Ecclesiae, in that desire and devotion of their parents and the Church, which is accepted of God, to account them as Disciples of Christ:
Though they have not actual Baptism, yet they have intentional, in voto Parents & Ecclesiae, in that desire and devotion of their Parents and the Church, which is accepted of God, to account them as Disciples of christ:
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Thus, O that we could with David, we an our affections from the world, that we might become as Children resigning up our selves to our heavenly Father, submitting with all contentedness of humility and faith to the order of his wisdom and providence,
Thus, Oh that we could with David, we an our affections from the world, that we might become as Children resigning up our selves to our heavenly Father, submitting with all contentedness of humility and faith to the order of his Wisdom and providence,
THE THIRD SERMON UPON 1 COR. 11.19. There must be also Heresies among you; that they which are approved, may be made manifest among you. THE INTRODUCTION.
THE THIRD SERMON UPON 1 COR. 11.19. There must be also Heresies among you; that they which Are approved, may be made manifest among you. THE INTRODUCTION.
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If we inquire the reason why Satan is silenced, Venerable Bede answers our enquiry, with a Ne dum aliquis audit vera praedicantem, sequatur errantem, least any hearing him Preach what was true, should follow him when he seduceth into error.
If we inquire the reason why Satan is silenced, Venerable Bede answers our enquiry, with a Ne dum aliquis audit vera praedicantem, sequatur errantem, least any hearing him Preach what was true, should follow him when he seduceth into error.
Accordingly we read how the Orthodox Christians of old did shun the Congregations, and meeting places of Hereticks (unworthy the name of Churches) NONLATINALPHABET,
Accordingly we read how the Orthodox Christians of old did shun the Congregations, and meeting places of Heretics (unworthy the name of Churches),
Macedonius, Donatus, Pelagius, and others, though Arch-hereticks, yet as strict for life, as reprobate concerning the faith. It is no new thing, for the Devil to appear in Samuels shape and mantle, for Heresie to rise up in the shew and dress of truth.
Macedonius, Donatus, Pelagius, and Others, though Arch-heretics, yet as strict for life, as Reprobate Concerning the faith. It is no new thing, for the devil to appear in Samuels shape and mantle, for Heresy to rise up in the show and dress of truth.
he forewarns them with much emphasis of Premonition, There must be also Heresies NONLATINALPHABET among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you.
he forewarns them with much emphasis of Premonition, There must be also Heresies among you, that they which Are approved may be made manifest among you.
and both are so much worse then the Infidel, by how much defection, and a traiterous breach of Loyalty, is worse then non - subm•ssion, or refusal of Allegeance.
and both Are so much Worse then the Infidel, by how much defection, and a traitorous breach of Loyalty, is Worse then non - subm•ssion, or refusal of Allegiance.
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How comes the Wolf then into this fold, so strongly guarded? How comes this Church of Corinth to be infected and infested with Heresies? Why, especially because Heresies still appear in the shape of truth, and the shew of holiness:
How comes the Wolf then into this fold, so strongly guarded? How comes this Church of Corinth to be infected and infested with Heresies? Why, especially Because Heresies still appear in the shape of truth, and the show of holiness:
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The Wolf covers himself up so close in the Sheeps clothing, Ut prius ovis mordentem sentiat quam praesentiat venientem, that the innocent Sheep feels him biting, before it perceives him coming:
The Wolf covers himself up so close in the Sheep clothing, Ut prius ovis mordentem sentiat quam praesentiat venientem, that the innocent Sheep feels him biting, before it perceives him coming:
yet in his Thaleia, he asserts the doctrine he delivers, to be according to the Faith of Gods Elect, and of those holy Men who have received the Holy Ghost, and were taught of God.
yet in his Thaleia, he asserts the Doctrine he delivers, to be according to the Faith of God's Elect, and of those holy Men who have received the Holy Ghost, and were taught of God.
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if such the plausible pretences, and yet desperate deceit of Hereticks, how are they discovered? how are they known? Answer. Our Saviour himself resolves us, By their fruits ye shall know them.
if such the plausible pretences, and yet desperate deceit of Heretics, how Are they discovered? how Are they known? Answer. Our Saviour himself resolves us, By their fruits you shall know them.
When I apprehend, how it is Satans masterpeece of subtlety, to blast the honor of the true Faith by an open prophaneness, and to set off the credit of Heresie with a form of Holiness.
When I apprehend, how it is Satan Masterpiece of subtlety, to blast the honour of the true Faith by an open profaneness, and to Set off the credit of Heresy with a from of Holiness.
And it is our Saviours resolution, That Publicans and Harlots enter the Kingdom of God; that is, are wrought upon to Conversion, before Pharisaical Hypocrites, and Formal Hereticks.
And it is our Saviors resolution, That Publicans and Harlots enter the Kingdom of God; that is, Are wrought upon to Conversion, before Pharisaical Hypocrites, and Formal Heretics.
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whether that they teach us, tend to the prophaning Gods worship, the depressing his grace, and the diminishing his glory. Are these the fruits of their doctrine, to destroy Magistracy in the State,
whither that they teach us, tend to the profaning God's worship, the depressing his grace, and the diminishing his glory. are these the fruits of their Doctrine, to destroy Magistracy in the State,
to promote Licentiousness, countenance Disorders, and hasten on Confusion? If so, notwithstanding their plausible pretences of the Kingdom of the Lord Jesus: The Throne of Christ, the Liberty of the Gospel, the Discoveries of Grace, the Breathings of the Spirit, the Outgoings of the Lord, and the like:
to promote Licentiousness, countenance Disorders, and hasten on Confusion? If so, notwithstanding their plausible pretences of the Kingdom of the Lord jesus: The Throne of christ, the Liberty of the Gospel, the Discoveries of Grace, the Breathings of the Spirit, the Outgoings of the Lord, and the like:
know them to be Ministers of Satan, taking upon them to be Ministers of Righteousness, and though with the Prince of darkness they are transformed into Angels of Light, yet their cloven foot discovers them;
know them to be Ministers of Satan, taking upon them to be Ministers of Righteousness, and though with the Prince of darkness they Are transformed into Angels of Light, yet their cloven foot discovers them;
No wonder then, if St. Paul to put his Corinthians upon their stricter guard, does give them the emphatical Premonition of a NONLATINALPHABET, There must be also Heresies among you.
No wonder then, if Saint Paul to put his Corinthians upon their Stricter guard, does give them the emphatical Premonition of a, There must be also Heresies among you.
That seeing Satan arms his Instruments with his own arts, and instructs Hereticks with a sleight and cunning, even to a NONLATINALPHABET an art and method of deceiving: Seeing it is thus,
That seeing Satan arms his Instruments with his own arts, and instructs Heretics with a sleight and cunning, even to a an art and method of deceiving: Seeing it is thus,
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An instance and example of this, Epiphanius gives us in the Arians; who, denying Christ to be the eternal Son of God, they say of him, That he is NONLATINALPHABET, a Creature but not as one of the Creatures;
an instance and Exampl of this, Epiphanius gives us in the Arians; who, denying christ to be the Eternal Son of God, they say of him, That he is, a Creature but not as one of the Creatures;
even to teach, to dispute, and that with the ablest Divines, as some of them have sent their challenge? And as the Tongues of Hereticks are still babling,
even to teach, to dispute, and that with the Ablest Divines, as Some of them have sent their challenge? And as the Tongues of Heretics Are still babbling,
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This that Egregium Sophisma, that notable Sophism Vincentius speaks of in Nestorius, and St. Augustine observes the like in the Maniches, They were more eloquent and large in confuting other mens doctrines,
This that Egregium Sophisma, that notable Sophism Vincentius speaks of in Nestorius, and Saint Augustine observes the like in the Maniches, They were more eloquent and large in confuting other men's doctrines,
Yea rather then not to have something to confute, Heretical persons, they will fancy Chimera's, raise scandalous imputations which they cast upon their Brethren, and then inveigh against them;
Yea rather then not to have something to confute, Heretical Persons, they will fancy Chimera's, raise scandalous imputations which they cast upon their Brothers, and then inveigh against them;
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If they be to gain a Proselyte, habent artificium, they have an artifice, as Tertullian observes of the Valentinians, Quo prius persuadeant quam edoceant;
If they be to gain a Proselyte, habent artificium, they have an artifice, as Tertullian observes of the Valentinians, Quo prius persuadeant quam edoceant;
Whereby they perswade the Affection before they convince the Judgment; whereas truth, Docendo persuadet, non suadendo docet, It perswades by conviction, not convinceth by perswasion.
Whereby they persuade the Affection before they convince the Judgement; whereas truth, Docendo persuadet, non suadendo docet, It persuades by conviction, not Convinces by persuasion.
It is a general rule Tertullian observes in all Hereticks, in their service of Ministry, they have an aim, Non Ethnicos convertendi, sed nostros subvertendi;
It is a general Rule Tertullian observes in all Heretics, in their service of Ministry, they have an aim, Non Ethnics convertendi, sed nostros subvertendi;
and therefore it labors the destruction of that Order, Form, and Faith which is established; no matter for building up it self, for Heresie is unconstant to its own principles, and loves change;
and Therefore it labors the destruction of that Order, From, and Faith which is established; no matter for building up it self, for Heresy is unconstant to its own principles, and loves change;
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And therefore had Simon Magus his Helena, Apelles his Philumene, and Nicholas of Antioch, Choros duxit foemineos, he became leader of the Feminine Troops.
And Therefore had Simon Magus his Helena, Apelles his Philumene, and Nicholas of Antioch, Choros duxit foemineos, he became leader of the Faemin Troops.
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Montanus had his Prisca and Maximilla, the Donatists their She-preachers. Though we read in all the Gospel but of one woman that taught in the Congregation,
Montanus had his Prisca and Maximilla, the Donatists their She-preachers. Though we read in all the Gospel but of one woman that taught in the Congregation,
our Churches are without people, the people without Priests, the Priests that are, without that reverence that should be; Et sine Christo deinde Christiani;
our Churches Are without people, the people without Priests, the Priests that Are, without that Reverence that should be; Et sine Christ Deinde Christians;
It was Gods complaint of old, and may be now unhappily renewed, That from the Prophets of Jerusalem, (and so from the Prophets of this great City) Prophaneness and Hypocrisie are gone forth into all the Land:
It was God's complaint of old, and may be now unhappily renewed, That from the prophets of Jerusalem, (and so from the prophets of this great city) Profaneness and Hypocrisy Are gone forth into all the Land:
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To answer the calumny and exprobration of the Romanist, who objects to the Protestants, what the Heathens of old objected to the Christians. Ye Christians, said the Heathens; and so, ye Protestants say the Romanists; ye disagree amongst your selves,
To answer the calumny and exprobration of the Romanist, who objects to the Protestants, what the heathens of old objected to the Christians. You Christians, said the heathens; and so, you Protestants say the Romanists; you disagree among your selves,
and divide into so many and different Sects, that it is hard to finde a Christian among Christians, a Protestant among Protestants; each Sect condemns the other.
and divide into so many and different Sects, that it is hard to find a Christian among Christians, a Protestant among Protestants; each Sect condemns the other.
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that it is therefore Orthodox, because even then the truth is maintained against Heresies. And this is the present condition of the distressed Church of England.
that it is Therefore Orthodox, Because even then the truth is maintained against Heresies. And this is the present condition of the distressed Church of England.
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do not we know, that those very Churches had then their blasphemous Heresies and prophane enormities amongst them? Which Heresies and enormities did not unchurch those Cities, till there ceased to be an holy Seed, a remnant of Orthodox Ministers to preach and profess against them.
do not we know, that those very Churches had then their blasphemous Heresies and profane enormities among them? Which Heresies and enormities did not unchurch those Cities, till there ceased to be an holy Seed, a remnant of Orthodox Ministers to preach and profess against them.
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would they begin to cleanse their Floore, the Chaff would easily be discovered. Let it then be candidly considered, whether does more Christianly and ingenuous;
would they begin to cleanse their Floor, the Chaff would Easily be discovered. Let it then be candidly considered, whither does more Christianly and ingenuous;
for though all Heresies plead Scripture, yet I like not that opinion and prescription of taking away the Scriptures from the people, least they become Heretical:
for though all Heresies plead Scripture, yet I like not that opinion and prescription of taking away the Scriptures from the people, lest they become Heretical:
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This prescription we leave to those of the Roman Church, as suitable to their Roman, not to our Christian Faith. For our parts, we are no Lucifugae Scripturarum, as Tertullian speaks of some;
This prescription we leave to those of the Roman Church, as suitable to their Roman, not to our Christian Faith. For our parts, we Are no Lucifugae Scripturarum, as Tertullian speaks of Some;
we shun not the light of Scripture, but are willing to bring our Gold to the Touchstone, our Line to the Rule, our Doctrines of Faith, to the Word of God.
we shun not the Light of Scripture, but Are willing to bring our Gold to the Touchstone, our Line to the Rule, our Doctrines of Faith, to the Word of God.
we know well, those Gyant-Heresies were over•hrown by the holy Fathers, in the General and Provincial Councils, with stones from Davids sling, NONLATINALPHABET (so Athanasius ) with Arguments drawn from the sacred Scriptures. We like not then, to forbid all Coyn, because much is counterfeit;
we know well, those Gyant-Heresies were over•hrown by the holy Father's, in the General and Provincial Councils, with stones from Davids sling, (so Athanasius) with Arguments drawn from the sacred Scriptures. We like not then, to forbid all Coin, Because much is counterfeit;
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And seeing these are now the most infesting the Church, I would have all her Sons and Daughters so experienced (by the help of a faithful Guide ) in the Doctrine of the Scriptures, that they might be able in their Conference with Hereticks, to imitate our Saviour in his combate with Satan;
And seeing these Are now the most infesting the Church, I would have all her Sons and Daughters so experienced (by the help of a faithful Guide) in the Doctrine of the Scriptures, that they might be able in their Conference with Heretics, to imitate our Saviour in his combat with Satan;
Art thou fit to determine what concerns the dispute of Free-will, who art thy self a Servant unto sin a slave unto thy lusts? Art thou fit to decide what is the use and efficacy of Grace, who thy self dost turn the Grace of God into wantonness? Art thou fit to state the nature and necessity of good Works, who art thy self to every good work reprobate? Art thou fit to prove the Divinity of Christ, who thy self feelest nothing of the power of his Divine Spirit? Art thou fit to judge what is Truth, in doctrine and purity of Faith, who dost stain and dishonor the Truth, by thy conversation and impurity of life? Whosoever of you then (Beloved) that desire to avoid the guilt that is so great, the danger that is so near,
Art thou fit to determine what concerns the dispute of Freewill, who art thy self a Servant unto since a slave unto thy Lustiest? Art thou fit to decide what is the use and efficacy of Grace, who thy self dost turn the Grace of God into wantonness? Art thou fit to state the nature and necessity of good Works, who art thy self to every good work Reprobate? Art thou fit to prove the Divinity of christ, who thy self Feel nothing of the power of his Divine Spirit? Art thou fit to judge what is Truth, in Doctrine and purity of Faith, who dost stain and dishonour the Truth, by thy Conversation and impurity of life? Whosoever of you then (beloved) that desire to avoid the guilt that is so great, the danger that is so near,
for that, hereby it is we hold fast our Communion with Christ, and our Communion with his Church, sealed us by his Sacrament, the Sacrament of our initiation, and new birth;
for that, hereby it is we hold fast our Communion with christ, and our Communion with his Church, sealed us by his Sacrament, the Sacrament of our initiation, and new birth;
Remember we then that innocence, meekness, peace, patience, purity, and the like, which are the silver feathers of the sacred Dove, that holy Spirit, which descended upon Christ, the Head, and still rests upon those who hold Communion with the Church, his Body.
remember we then that innocence, meekness, peace, patience, purity, and the like, which Are the silver Feathers of the sacred Dove, that holy Spirit, which descended upon christ, the Head, and still rests upon those who hold Communion with the Church, his Body.
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Go, disciple all Nations, baptising them, &c. 3. Whereas woful experience, especially that of the German miseries, gave occasion to this Proverbial Speech, That the Anabaptists Waters turn to Blood;
Go, disciple all nations, Baptizing them, etc. 3. Whereas woeful experience, especially that of the Germane misery's, gave occasion to this Proverbial Speech, That the Anabaptists Waters turn to Blood;
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And whereas the Anabaptists urge us to instance in any Infant baptized in the Scripture, we urge them to shew in all Scripture, or in any other History;
And whereas the Anabaptists urge us to instance in any Infant baptised in the Scripture, we urge them to show in all Scripture, or in any other History;
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Again, seeing Infants are capable of the blessings, it is an injury to Gods goodness, as well as their Souls, to deprive them of the Ordinance of Baptism.
Again, seeing Infants Are capable of the blessings, it is an injury to God's Goodness, as well as their Souls, to deprive them of the Ordinance of Baptism.
Notwithstanding all the Objections of the Adversary, seeing men must receive the Kingdom of Heaven as little children, it is most infallible, little children do receive the Kingdom of Heaven, as well as men.
Notwithstanding all the Objections of the Adversary, seeing men must receive the Kingdom of Heaven as little children, it is most infallible, little children do receive the Kingdom of Heaven, as well as men.
yet is the obligation as great to Parents, and the benefit as great to Infants, now, and under the Gospel, as before, and under the Law. To close then;
yet is the obligation as great to Parents, and the benefit as great to Infants, now, and under the Gospel, as before, and under the Law. To close then;
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As, when a Medicine is prescribed as the onely cure of the sick Patient, though the sick know not the Medicine, and so is not obliged to the prescription;
As, when a Medicine is prescribed as the only cure of the sick Patient, though the sick know not the Medicine, and so is not obliged to the prescription;
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I answer. The Precept obligeth the Parents, and the Promise reacheth the Children, as administring the proper remedy of their original guilt and contagion.
I answer. The Precept obliges the Parents, and the Promise reaches the Children, as administering the proper remedy of their original guilt and contagion.
and that all men in all ages, account children one part of the Nations; they being capable of discipling in its proper notion, either they must be plainly excepted, or necessarily implied.
and that all men in all ages, account children one part of the nations; they being capable of discipling in its proper notion, either they must be plainly excepted, or necessarily implied.
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To close then, Baptism coming in place of Circumcision, as the initiating Seal of Gods Covenant, there must needs be this Analogy in the administration;
To close then, Baptism coming in place of Circumcision, as the initiating Seal of God's Covenant, there must needs be this Analogy in the administration;
These, these must be put off, by a sincere Repentance and actual Faith, as being contrary and a direct obex and hinderance to the effects and state of Baptism.
These, these must be put off, by a sincere Repentance and actual Faith, as being contrary and a Direct obex and hindrance to the effects and state of Baptism.
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but Repentance and Faith, they are necessary as to some persons to be baptized, even in whom there are false principles of an adulterate Religion, and erroneous perswasions;
but Repentance and Faith, they Are necessary as to Some Persons to be baptised, even in whom there Are false principles of an adulterate Religion, and erroneous persuasions;
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And children baptized are reckoned in the number of the faithful, though not propter fidem Sacramenti, yet propter Sacramentum fidei; though not because of the Faith of the Sacrament,
And children baptised Are reckoned in the number of the faithful, though not propter fidem Sacrament, yet propter Sacramentum fidei; though not Because of the Faith of the Sacrament,
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Now back those precepts of Christ, with the practise of the Apostles and the Universal Church, together with the Grounds and Reasons of that practise and those precepts,
Now back those Precepts of christ, with the practice of the Apostles and the Universal Church, together with the Grounds and Reasons of that practice and those Precepts,
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into which there is no ordinary way of entrance and admission but by Baptism, according to our Saviours Commission and Instruction to his Apostles, Go ye, disciple all Nations, baptising them, &c. 1. We have here (Beloved) to answer the Anabaptists grand Quaere;
into which there is no ordinary Way of Entrance and admission but by Baptism, according to our Saviors Commission and Instruction to his Apostles, Go you, disciple all nations, Baptizing them, etc. 1. We have Here (beloved) to answer the Anabaptists grand Quaere;
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it is justly to be feared, though not positively to be determined, That the contempt which Anabaptist Parents cast upon Infants Baptism, may deprive their children of the benefit of the Covenants promise;
it is justly to be feared, though not positively to be determined, That the contempt which Anabaptist Parents cast upon Infants Baptism, may deprive their children of the benefit of the Covenants promise;
and condition of the Covenant? We certainly know, that very often the Parents guil• hath deprived their posterity of the whole Gospels Ministry, witness the Nations from whom God hath removed his Candlestick. And sure, if the Parents contempt of Gods Ordinances, hath deprived whole Nations of the comfort of the Gospels Ministry;
and condition of the Covenant? We Certainly know, that very often the Parents guil• hath deprived their posterity of the Whole Gospels Ministry, witness the nations from whom God hath removed his Candlestick. And sure, if the Parents contempt of God's Ordinances, hath deprived Whole nations of the Comfort of the Gospels Ministry;
And the like obligation our Saviour makes as to Baptism, when he says, Except a man be born of Water, and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God.
And the like obligation our Saviour makes as to Baptism, when he Says, Except a man be born of Water, and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God.
Children are in a state of Salvation baptized, but we cannot say they are so without Baptism (except the case of necessity be pleaded) and the reason is,
Children Are in a state of Salvation baptised, but we cannot say they Are so without Baptism (except the case of necessity be pleaded) and the reason is,
it being most agreeable to the grace and goodness of the Almighty, Ut qui alienâ culpâ cecidit, alienâ fide refurgat, That he who fell by anothers fault, might rise again by anothers Faith.
it being most agreeable to the grace and Goodness of the Almighty, Ut qui alienâ culpâ cecidit, alienâ fide refurgat, That he who fell by another's fault, might rise again by another's Faith.
for, then is required their actual Faith and Repentance, actual Conversion unto God, and obedience unto the Gospel of Christ; without which, they cannot then be saved.
for, then is required their actual Faith and Repentance, actual Conversion unto God, and Obedience unto the Gospel of christ; without which, they cannot then be saved.
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Onely observe in those children that live, what by Divine Ordination was sufficient to state them capable of Salvation whilst Infants, does become insufficient when adult,
Only observe in those children that live, what by Divine Ordination was sufficient to state them capable of Salvation while Infants, does become insufficient when adult,
all consent in this judgment and determination, from Grounds of Scripture and Divine Reason, That Infants lawfully baptized, are in such an estate of Justification, Sanctification,
all consent in this judgement and determination, from Grounds of Scripture and Divine Reason, That Infants lawfully baptised, Are in such an estate of Justification, Sanctification,
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and real measure of Sanctification by the Holy Ghost, because pro conditione parvulorum, according to the condition of their tender age, they are stated in a present ordination to eternal life;
and real measure of Sanctification by the Holy Ghost, Because Pro condition parvulorum, according to the condition of their tender age, they Are stated in a present ordination to Eternal life;
Besides, we say, original Righteousness should have been inherent in children, transmitted from their Parents by natural propagation, if Adam had stood;
Beside, we say, original Righteousness should have been inherent in children, transmitted from their Parents by natural propagation, if Adam had stood;
yet how far the baptized Infant is sanctified to be this Temple, and wherein expresly that Sanctification doth consist, Explicet qui intelligit, ego fateor me non intelligere (saith that Learned Author, and Reverend Father;
yet how Far the baptised Infant is sanctified to be this Temple, and wherein expressly that Sanctification does consist, Explicet qui intelligit, ego Fateor me non intelligere (Says that Learned Author, and Reverend Father;
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Even they who deny Grace inherent, habits infused, do yet acknowledge the presence and habitation of the Holy Ghost; now, sure we are, the Holy Ghost dwells not, but in an holy Temple;
Even they who deny Grace inherent, habits infused, do yet acknowledge the presence and habitation of the Holy Ghost; now, sure we Are, the Holy Ghost dwells not, but in an holy Temple;
yea, he that shall undertake the cause, as to quit it of all difficulties, Ego me Auditorem libentissimè profiterer (says our English Augustine ) I would most willingly profess my self an Auditor, and yield the chair.
yea, he that shall undertake the cause, as to quit it of all difficulties, Ego me Auditorem libentissimè profiterer (Says our English Augustine) I would most willingly profess my self an Auditor, and yield the chair.
Cassander (from the Antients) he makes the Baptismal Regeneration of Infants, to consist in the remission of original sin, (which is Justification) and in the acceptation to eternal life (which is Adoption.) But now, what the Sacramental Sanctification which accompanies this Justification and Adoption is, St. Augustine resolves, Difficile est dicere, It is hard to say;
Cassander (from the Ancients) he makes the Baptismal Regeneration of Infants, to consist in the remission of original since, (which is Justification) and in the acceptation to Eternal life (which is Adoption.) But now, what the Sacramental Sanctification which Accompanies this Justification and Adoption is, Saint Augustine resolves, Difficile est dicere, It is hard to say;
but concerning Sanctification, as a real work, by infusion of inherent holiness, whether we shall allow that to Infants in Baptism, is a great dispute.
but Concerning Sanctification, as a real work, by infusion of inherent holiness, whither we shall allow that to Infants in Baptism, is a great dispute.
and not onely heirs of God, but also brethren of Christ; and not onely brethren of Christ, but also coheirs with Christ; and not onely coheirs of his Kingdom,
and not only Heirs of God, but also brothers of christ; and not only brothers of christ, but also coheirs with christ; and not only coheirs of his Kingdom,
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And to them who are thus begotten again, hear St. Chrysostome reckon up the several Divine Benefits and Blessings, Quasi tot Baptismatis largitates & honores, As so many acts of grace and titles of honor, accompanying their Baptism:
And to them who Are thus begotten again, hear Saint Chrysostom reckon up the several Divine Benefits and Blessings, Quasi tot Baptismatis largitates & honores, As so many acts of grace and titles of honour, accompanying their Baptism:
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Very fitly then is the Font of holy Baptism compared (by Leo ) to the Womb of the Blessed Virgin, in which the Holy Ghost is powerfully present for our Spiritual Conception, In begetting us again unto God, by the Resurrection of Jesus Christ:
Very fitly then is the Font of holy Baptism compared (by Leo) to the Womb of the Blessed Virgae, in which the Holy Ghost is powerfully present for our Spiritual Conception, In begetting us again unto God, by the Resurrection of jesus christ:
and in some places administred) into its Bosom, as into a Sepulchre, whereby we are said to be buried with Christ; but raised from the Water, the Grave gives up her dead,
and in Some places administered) into its Bosom, as into a Sepulchre, whereby we Are said to be buried with christ; but raised from the Water, the Grave gives up her dead,
in that, by a quickning power of the Holy Ghost, we are renewed by Baptism, that Laver of Regeneration, to become an holy and heavenly Off-spring, alive unto God in Christ Jesus.
in that, by a quickening power of the Holy Ghost, we Are renewed by Baptism, that Laver of Regeneration, to become an holy and heavenly Offspring, alive unto God in christ jesus.
by whose quickning power they become prolifical, both in nature and in grace. For that, the renovation of the Church was typified in the Creation of the World;
by whose quickening power they become prolifical, both in nature and in grace. For that, the renovation of the Church was typified in the Creation of the World;
and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, then is the power and vertue of the Blessed Trinity, present to justifie and to sanctifie, to cleanse and renew the inward man,
and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, then is the power and virtue of the Blessed Trinity, present to justify and to sanctify, to cleanse and renew the inward man,
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So that, in Baptism then, where the subject and person baptized, does not ponere obicem, put a bar and hinderance (as the School speaks from St. Augustine ) as of Infants we are assured they do not:
So that, in Baptism then, where the Subject and person baptised, does not ponere obicem, put a bar and hindrance (as the School speaks from Saint Augustine) as of Infants we Are assured they do not:
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Know then, the Sacraments are no empty and bare signs to signifie; but they are sacred and moral Instruments to convey, real and effectual Seals to confirm,
Know then, the Sacraments Are no empty and bore Signs to signify; but they Are sacred and moral Instruments to convey, real and effectual Seals to confirm,
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and in them all the Ministers of his Church, saying, NONLATINALPHABET; Go ye, disciple all Nations, baptising them, &c. Having given you the original and use of Baptism, we proceed to the benefits and effects thereof, all applicatory to Infants:
and in them all the Ministers of his Church, saying,; Go you, disciple all nations, Baptizing them, etc. Having given you the original and use of Baptism, we proceed to the benefits and effects thereof, all applicatory to Infants:
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So that, certainly our Saviour was so far from excluding Infants, that he chiefly intended them in the commission and instructions he gives his Apostles,
So that, Certainly our Saviour was so Far from excluding Infants, that he chiefly intended them in the commission and instructions he gives his Apostles,
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so that, either to defend themselves, or offend the Orthodox, certainly the Pelagians would have denied Infants Baptism, had they not well known the practise of the Universal Church was warranted by the Authority of Christ, and the Ministry of his holy Apostles.
so that, either to defend themselves, or offend the Orthodox, Certainly the Pelagians would have denied Infants Baptism, had they not well known the practice of the Universal Church was warranted by the authority of christ, and the Ministry of his holy Apostles.
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They grant children ought to be baptized, because they cannot go against the Authority of the Universal Church, without all doubt delivered by Christ and his Apostles.
They grant children ought to be baptised, Because they cannot go against the authority of the Universal Church, without all doubt Delivered by christ and his Apostles.
nor will, to have retorted the Error, if he had not delivered the truth, when he sayes of them, Parvulos Baptizandos esse concedunt, qui contra authoritatem Universae Ecclesiae, proeuldubio per Dominum & Apostolos traditam, venire non possunt:
nor will, to have retorted the Error, if he had not Delivered the truth, when he Says of them, Small children Baptizandos esse concedunt, qui contra authoritatem Universae Ecclesiae, proeuldubio per Dominum & Apostles traditam, venire non possunt:
Now as for the testimony of St. Augustine, it is of the more credit and esteem, being spoken against his profest Adversaries the Pelagians, who wanted neither wit,
Now as for the testimony of Saint Augustine, it is of the more credit and esteem, being spoken against his professed Adversaries the Pelagians, who wanted neither wit,
Now St. Cyprian lived within few years more then a hundred of St. John; so that he and a Council of Sixty six Bishops, could not be ignorant of what was the Apostolical practise, as to Infants Baptism;
Now Saint Cyprian lived within few Years more then a hundred of Saint John; so that he and a Council of Sixty six Bishops, could not be ignorant of what was the Apostolical practice, as to Infants Baptism;
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I might give you the testimony of those first Fathers and Doctors, both of the Greek and Latin Churches, Irenaeus, Tertullian, Nazianzen, Basil, and others;
I might give you the testimony of those First Father's and Doctors, both of the Greek and Latin Churches, Irnaeus, Tertullian, Nazianzen, Basil, and Others;
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About the next age after Origen (for later he could not be) the Author of the Ecclesiastical Hierarchy (attributed to Dionysius the Areopagite ) he pleads for Infants Baptism;
About the next age After Origen (for later he could not be) the Author of the Ecclesiastical Hierarchy (attributed to Dionysius the Areopagite) he pleads for Infants Baptism;
And here Origen witnesseth, That Traditionem ab Apostolis suscepit, etiam parvulis dare Baptismum, the Church received a Tradition from the Apostles, to give Baptism, even to children.
And Here Origen Witnesseth, That Traditionem ab Apostles suscepit, etiam parvulis Dare Baptism, the Church received a Tradition from the Apostles, to give Baptism, even to children.
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And whereby was the childrens holiness known, but in order to Church Communion? Into which Communion there is no known entrance and visible admission, but by Baptism.
And whereby was the Children's holiness known, but in order to Church Communion? Into which Communion there is no known Entrance and visible admission, but by Baptism.
even, that interest they have in the Covenant of Grace, that right they have in the Communion of the Church, and that hold they have in the Institution of Christ: To all this, Let me now adde the practice of the Apostles, to which we have the conformity of the Universal Church, and I know not what more can be required.
even, that Interest they have in the Covenant of Grace, that right they have in the Communion of the Church, and that hold they have in the Institution of christ: To all this, Let me now add the practice of the Apostles, to which we have the conformity of the Universal Church, and I know not what more can be required.
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And the like is to be said of the liberty of the Gospel by discipling, which consists in the promises and priviledges contained in the sacred Charter and Royal Patent of the Covenant of Grace, which is sealed by Baptism.
And the like is to be said of the liberty of the Gospel by discipling, which consists in the promises and privileges contained in the sacred Charter and Royal Patent of the Covenant of Grace, which is sealed by Baptism.
would any be so imprudent, as to think the Royal Grant did not intend the children as well as the Parents? And because the children are not exprest, would any be so vain, as to say they are excluded? Seeing it is the known manner of conferring liberty, to give it to the Parents and their children.
would any be so imprudent, as to think the Royal Grant did not intend the children as well as the Parents? And Because the children Are not expressed, would any be so vain, as to say they Are excluded? Seeing it is the known manner of conferring liberty, to give it to the Parents and their children.
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when discipled unto Christ: For that, Baptism being commonly known, and discipling by Baptism too; when our Saviour gives in Commission, Disciple all Nations, Baptising them;
when discipled unto christ: For that, Baptism being commonly known, and discipling by Baptism too; when our Saviour gives in Commission, Disciple all nations, Baptizing them;
That Ecclesiastical Rite of the Postcaenium; when, in the close of the Passover, the Master of the House did distribute Bread and Wine unto his Family;
That Ecclesiastical Rite of the Postcaenium; when, in the close of the Passover, the Master of the House did distribute Bred and Wine unto his Family;
Now, the way being prepared by John, in his Ministry closing the Law, and ushering in the Gospel, our Saviour changeth some of the Jewish Ceremonies into Gospel Sacraments;
Now, the Way being prepared by John, in his Ministry closing the Law, and ushering in the Gospel, our Saviour changes Some of the Jewish Ceremonies into Gospel Sacraments;
as by the Jews Talmud, and other Traditions, so by the sacred Scriptures, especially in that quaere which our Saviour proposes to the chief Priests and Elders concerning John; Whether his Baptism was from Heaven,
as by the jews Talmud, and other Traditions, so by the sacred Scriptures, especially in that quaere which our Saviour proposes to the chief Priests and Elders Concerning John; Whither his Baptism was from Heaven,
and the Proselyte Parents with their children, were adopted into the Family of the Church, admitted into holy Communion with the Jews, by Baptism as well as by Circumcision.
and the Proselyte Parents with their children, were adopted into the Family of the Church, admitted into holy Communion with the jews, by Baptism as well as by Circumcision.
But, because without shedding of blood there is no remission, therefore God separating a people peculiar to himself, he constitutes them a Sacrament of initiation, and that Sacrament is Circumcision;
But, Because without shedding of blood there is no remission, Therefore God separating a people peculiar to himself, he constitutes them a Sacrament of initiation, and that Sacrament is Circumcision;
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Now, if we enquire into the original use of Baptism, we finde it as a Ceremony (though not as a Sacrament) of greatest antiquity in the Church, deriving its original from Noahs flood,
Now, if we inquire into the original use of Baptism, we find it as a Ceremony (though not as a Sacrament) of greatest antiquity in the Church, deriving its original from Noahs flood,
sometimes Ecclesiae janua, the door whereby we enter the Communion of the Church; sometimes Investitura Christianismi, the badge and livery of Christs service;
sometime Ecclesiae janua, the door whereby we enter the Communion of the Church; sometime Investiture Christianism, the badge and livery of Christ service;
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onely observe, it is not baptising meerly, but baptising in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, which is Christs Institution.
only observe, it is not Baptizing merely, but Baptizing in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, which is Christ Institution.
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3. The particular Instructions given by our Saviour to his Apostles, for the exercising their Commission, viz. NONLATINALPHABET, Baptising and Teaching. 1. Baptising, which Baptism is instituted,
3. The particular Instructions given by our Saviour to his Apostles, for the exercising their Commission, viz., Baptizing and Teaching. 1. Baptizing, which Baptism is instituted,
And therefore from this confidence and encouragement, that I stand here before Christians of sober and peaceable minds, I shall go on to speak for them, who cannot speak for themselves, our tender Infants; pleading their right to Baptism, from the words of my Text, in which our Saviour gives Commission and Instructions to his Apostles, saying, Go ye, disciple all Nations, Baptising them in the Name of the Father,
And Therefore from this confidence and encouragement, that I stand Here before Christians of Sobrium and peaceable minds, I shall go on to speak for them, who cannot speak for themselves, our tender Infants; pleading their right to Baptism, from the words of my Text, in which our Saviour gives Commission and Instructions to his Apostles, saying, Go you, disciple all nations, Baptizing them in the Name of the Father,
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in giving you the evidence of divine Reason, the authority of sacred Scripture, and the consent of the Universal Church Remembring that sure rule of St. Austines, Contra rationem nemo sobrius, contra Scripturam nemo Christianus, contra Ecclesiam nemo pacificus senserit.
in giving you the evidence of divine Reason, the Authority of sacred Scripture, and the consent of the Universal Church Remembering that sure Rule of Saint Austine's, Contra rationem nemo Sobrius, contra Scripturam nemo Christian, contra Church nemo Pacificus senserit.
or rather with her, our Mother, this Church National. Whose judgment and practise is most Orthodox and Religious, in that great question and dispute of our present times, the doctrine and duty of Infants Baptism. And to justifie the judgment and practise of our Church (into whose communion we have been baptised,
or rather with her, our Mother, this Church National. Whose judgement and practice is most Orthodox and Religious, in that great question and dispute of our present times, the Doctrine and duty of Infants Baptism. And to justify the judgement and practice of our Church (into whose communion we have been baptised,
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and instruct the Pens of Athanasius, Basil, and Augustine, was it not raised from an holy Zeal against those blasphemous Heresies and Heretical blasphemies of Arius, Eunomius, and Pelagius? And now as long as Piety and Learning do live, the memory of those holy and learned Fathers shall not die;
and instruct the Pens of Athanasius, Basil, and Augustine, was it not raised from an holy Zeal against those blasphemous Heresies and Heretical Blasphemies of Arius, Eunomius, and Pelagius? And now as long as Piety and Learning do live, the memory of those holy and learned Father's shall not die;
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yea that you be not removed from your stedfastness, but may be preserved sound in the unity of the Faith, take the Apostles prescription, To hold fast to the Apostles, Prophets, and Evangelists, yea, the Pastors and Teachers wh ch Christ hath ordained in his Church;
yea that you be not removed from your steadfastness, but may be preserved found in the unity of the Faith, take the Apostles prescription, To hold fast to the Apostles, prophets, and Evangelists, yea, the Pastors and Teachers Where changed christ hath ordained in his Church;
The sum of our Churches Doctrine, Worship, Discipline, and Government, contained in the Liturgy, in the Thirty nine Articles, the Book of Homilies, and of Ordination. These every Minister did subscribe to;
The sum of our Churches Doctrine, Worship, Discipline, and Government, contained in the Liturgy, in the Thirty nine Articles, the Book of Homilies, and of Ordination. These every Minister did subscribe to;
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But what is the reason they have not returned as Noahs Dove, With an Olive branch of peace, a gracious answer of mercy? Is it not because we have sought our selves more then our God? Our ease and rest, more then his truth and righteousness? God is a God that heareth Prayers;
But what is the reason they have not returned as Noahs Dove, With an Olive branch of peace, a gracious answer of mercy? Is it not Because we have sought our selves more then our God? Our ease and rest, more then his truth and righteousness? God is a God that hears Prayers;
2. To our fervent Prayer, we must joyn a sincere Obedience. I doubt not, but that we have many of us, poured forth many Prayers, breathed forth many sighs.
2. To our fervent Prayer, we must join a sincere obedience. I doubt not, but that we have many of us, poured forth many Prayers, breathed forth many sighs.
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let this be our supplication, That God will defend and deliver his Church from the Policies and Practises, the Pertinacy and Persecution of such unreasonable men, as the Apostle calls them.
let this be our supplication, That God will defend and deliver his Church from the Policies and Practises, the Pertinacy and Persecution of such unreasonable men, as the Apostle calls them.
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That he would by his learned Conference reclaim her son Augustine from his Error, seduced into the blasphemous Heresie of the Maniches: Though she urged her suit with sighs,
That he would by his learned Conference reclaim her son Augustine from his Error, seduced into the blasphemous Heresy of the Maniches: Though she urged her suit with sighs,
So that, being approved, we cannot but be manifest; yea, performing our parts well, the Angels themselves shall give a pla•dite at our exit, they shall with triumph conveigh our Souls into the Heavenly Presence, where Christ the Captain of our Salvation, as Arbiter of the Combate, shall bestow a Crown of Glory as the reward of Victory.
So that, being approved, we cannot but be manifest; yea, performing our parts well, the Angels themselves shall give a pla•dite At our exit, they shall with triumph convey our Souls into the Heavenly Presence, where christ the Captain of our Salvation, as Arbiter of the Combat, shall bestow a Crown of Glory as the reward of Victory.
To close then, in days of persecution, St. Paul tells us, That the suffering Saints of Christs Church, they are made a Spectacle unto the World, and to Angels,
To close then, in days of persecution, Saint Paul tells us, That the suffering Saints of Christ Church, they Are made a Spectacle unto the World, and to Angels,
and so being manifest on Earth, they are manifest also in Heaven; being manifest in the Church Militant for their eminent Grace, they shall be manifest also in the Church Triumphant, by some excellent glory:
and so being manifest on Earth, they Are manifest also in Heaven; being manifest in the Church Militant for their eminent Grace, they shall be manifest also in the Church Triumphant, by Some excellent glory:
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This, this is that NONLATINALPHABET, Certamen illud praeclarum (as Beza renders it) that good, that honorable fight of Faith, which hath for its reward a Crown of life; or if a Crown of life be the reward of Faith to all the blessed;
This, this is that, Certamen illud praeclarum (as Beza renders it) that good, that honourable fight of Faith, which hath for its reward a Crown of life; or if a Crown of life be the reward of Faith to all the blessed;
However then black-mouthed malice doth spit calumny upon the whitest innocence, yet, that encomium St. Paul gives the ancient Heroes, the Patriarchs, Prophets, and Martyrs of old;
However then black-mouthed malice does spit calumny upon the whitest innocence, yet, that encomium Saint Paul gives the ancient Heroes, the Patriarchs, prophets, and Martyrs of old;
as the Founder again of the ancient Faith, and Quod signum majoris gloriae est, omnes Haeretici detestantur, and which was a signal of greater glory, all the Heretical did hate him.
as the Founder again of the ancient Faith, and Quod signum majoris Glory est, omnes Haeretici detestantur, and which was a signal of greater glory, all the Heretical did hate him.
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it is with them as with St. Augustine whose industry and piety, in quelling and extinguishing the Pelagian Heresie, St. Hierome thus congratulates, telling him, That his name was venerable in the City, and honorable in the Church;
it is with them as with Saint Augustine whose industry and piety, in quelling and extinguishing the Pelagian Heresy, Saint Jerome thus congratulates, telling him, That his name was venerable in the city, and honourable in the Church;
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These and all other Strenui propugnatores fidei, stout Champions of the Churches faith, They are by a blessing of God made manifest; and observe, made manifest not onely in the Orthodoxes love,
These and all other Strenui Defenders fidei, stout Champions of the Churches faith, They Are by a blessing of God made manifest; and observe, made manifest not only in the Orthodoxes love,
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our Church would not have so much to glory, of her Cranmer, Tindal, Whitaker, Whitgift, Bancroft, Bilson, Andrews, Hooker, and others, Men famous in their Generations;
our Church would not have so much to glory, of her Cranmer, Tindal, Whitaker, Whitgift, Bancroft, Bilson, Andrews, Hooker, and Others, Men famous in their Generations;
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Had it not been then for the Heresies, Schisms, and Apostacies of the former ages, those antient Fathers, Irenaeus, Athanasius, Hilary, Nazianzen, Basil, Chrysostome, Hierome, Augustine, and others:
Had it not been then for the Heresies, Schisms, and Apostasies of the former ages, those ancient Father's, Irnaeus, Athanasius, Hilary, Nazianzen, Basil, Chrysostom, Jerome, Augustine, and Others:
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Oh how is it the honor and ornament of our Christian Faith? By this it is, That the Confessors Graces like Lebanons Spices, have the sweeter smell in being bruised;
O how is it the honour and ornament of our Christian Faith? By this it is, That the Confessors Graces like Lebanons Spices, have the Sweeten smell in being Bruised;
it is that overflowing floud, which overturns the sandy foundation, whilst the rocks stand firm; or lastly, it is that fan, which severs the chaff from the Corn;
it is that overflowing flood, which overturns the sandy Foundation, while the Rocks stand firm; or lastly, it is that fan, which severs the chaff from the Corn;
The furious Zeal, and violent Persecution of Heresie, is the Furnace, wherein God oftentimes purifies the faith and faithful, separating the dross from the Gold;
The furious Zeal, and violent Persecution of Heresy, is the Furnace, wherein God oftentimes Purifies the faith and faithful, separating the dross from the Gold;
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then live and flourish with Heresie. This the first particular of our first general part; the Apostles fore-arming his Corinthians with constancy in the Faith, that they be approved.
then live and flourish with Heresy. This the First particular of our First general part; the Apostles Forearming his Corinthians with constancy in the Faith, that they be approved.
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Such is the full conviction of Errors, to a confirming all sober mindes in the Faith, that, I doubt not to say, There are many which hear me this day, would rather chuse to die and fall with truth,
Such is the full conviction of Errors, to a confirming all Sobrium minds in the Faith, that, I doubt not to say, There Are many which hear me this day, would rather choose to die and fallen with truth,
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and I would not you should distrust) If God, I say, shall please to repair the Churches unity and peace, and restore her purity and splendor; those stale calumnies, and unjust cavils, of Bishops being Antichristian, our Liturgy the Mass, our Litany Conjuring, our Doctrine Popish, our Ceremonies Superstitious, our Temples Idolatrous, our Ministers Baal 's Priests; these,
and I would not you should distrust) If God, I say, shall please to repair the Churches unity and peace, and restore her purity and splendour; those stale calumnies, and unjust cavils, of Bishops being Antichristian, our Liturgy the Mass, our Litany Conjuring, our Doctrine Popish, our Ceremonies Superstitious, our Temples Idolatrous, our Ministers Baal is Priests; these,
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So that, if God shall please to repair the Churches unity and peace, and restore her purity and splendor, (as that he will do it in his due time (you helping forward by your Prayers) I nothing doubt,
So that, if God shall please to repair the Churches unity and peace, and restore her purity and splendour, (as that he will do it in his due time (you helping forward by your Prayers) I nothing doubt,
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and upon an easie observation we may finde, That this benefit and advantage our Church hath gained by the eager contentions of spightful Tongues and perverse Mindes;
and upon an easy observation we may find, That this benefit and advantage our Church hath gained by the eager contentions of spiteful Tongues and perverse Minds;
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O how much precious truth should we have wanted in the Treasury of the Churches stock, especially concerning the great Mystery of the Blessed Trinity, and Personal Unity, and of the Catholick Church, if the Sabellians, Photinians, Arians, Eunomians, Nestorians, Eutycheans, Donatists, Novations, and the like;
O how much precious truth should we have wanted in the Treasury of the Churches stock, especially Concerning the great Mystery of the Blessed Trinity, and Personal Unity, and of the Catholic Church, if the Sabellians, Photinians, Arians, Eunomians, Nestorians, Eutycheans, Donatists, Novations, and the like;
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And therefore does St. Augustine (the Hammerer of Hereticks, whose Pen was of all the Fathers, the most imployed against Heresies and Schisms,) even he, professeth himself to be of the number of those Qui proficiendo scribunt & scribendo proficiunt;
And Therefore does Saint Augustine (the Hammerer of Heretics, whose Pen was of all the Father's, the most employed against Heresies and Schisms,) even he, Professes himself to be of the number of those Qui proficiendo scribunt & scribendo proficiunt;
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For whilst the subtlety and pertinacy of Hereticks do stir up the wisdom and industry of the Orthodox, Theological Verities and Gospel Mysteries, Et considerantur diligentius & intelliguntur clariùs, They are more strictly examined, and more clearly understood.
For while the subtlety and pertinacy of Heretics do stir up the Wisdom and industry of the Orthodox, Theological Verities and Gospel Mysteres, Et considerantur Diligentius & intelliguntur clariùs, They Are more strictly examined, and more clearly understood.
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for the foul hands of Heresie? Why, for this, know, it is as Brass Inscriptions appear the better by foul feet, not from the dirt but from the rubbing:
for the foul hands of Heresy? Why, for this, know, it is as Brass Inscriptions appear the better by foul feet, not from the dirt but from the rubbing:
as Trees shaken with the winds more firmly fix their Roots in the Earth, so the doctrines of Faith discussed by the oppositions of Heresie, more deeply fix their truth in the Church. But what!
as Trees shaken with the winds more firmly fix their Roots in the Earth, so the doctrines of Faith discussed by the oppositions of Heresy, more deeply fix their truth in the Church. But what!
and as they are exercised, so are they improved, by the subtleties, hypocrisies, and pertinacies of the Heretical As for the Doctrine of Faith, NONLATINALPHABET,
and as they Are exercised, so Are they improved, by the subtleties, Hypocrisies, and pertinacies of the Heretical As for the Doctrine of Faith,,
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That if God did not suffer some evil, we should want much good, Non enim esset vita Leonis, si non esset occisio animalium, If there were no slaughter of Beasts, there would be no life of the Lyon;
That if God did not suffer Some evil, we should want much good, Non enim esset vita Leonis, si non esset occisio Animals, If there were no slaughter of Beasts, there would be no life of the lion;
The wisdom of God having determined it more suitable to the glory of his providence, ex malis hona elicere, quam nulla esse permittere, (as St. Augustine ) more suitable to the glory of his providence, to bring good out of evil,
The Wisdom of God having determined it more suitable to the glory of his providence, ex malis Hona elicere, quam nulla esse Permit, (as Saint Augustine) more suitable to the glory of his providence, to bring good out of evil,
Wherefore, that Heresies, permitted of God, do spring up & spread themselvs in the Church, NONLATINALPHABET, in the language of St Chrysostome, it comes to pass by Providential dispensation.
Wherefore, that Heresies, permitted of God, do spring up & spread themselves in the Church,, in the language of Saint Chrysostom, it comes to pass by Providential Dispensation.
but whether good or evil, as he sways all by his power, so he disposeth all by his wisdom, ordering it to these sacred ends, his peoples spiritual advantage, and his own eternal glory.
but whither good or evil, as he sways all by his power, so he Disposeth all by his Wisdom, ordering it to these sacred ends, his peoples spiritual advantage, and his own Eternal glory.
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So that of all humane actions, God he is no bare spectator, but an All-powerful and an All-wise disposer; what is good, he working it by his grace, rewards it with his bounty;
So that of all humane actions, God he is no bore spectator, but an All-powerful and an Alwise disposer; what is good, he working it by his grace, rewards it with his bounty;
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and therein of the first particular, the Apostles fore-arming them with constancy in the Faith, that they be approved. Mercy and Justice they are the two Pillars of Gods Throne of Majesty, whereon he sits as King in the Supremacy of his will to govern by the wisdom and power of his providence, all things in Heaven and in Earth.
and therein of the First particular, the Apostles Forearming them with constancy in the Faith, that they be approved. Mercy and justice they Are the two Pillars of God's Throne of Majesty, whereon he sits as King in the Supremacy of his will to govern by the Wisdom and power of his providence, all things in Heaven and in Earth.
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For so says our Apostle, There must be also Heresies among you, but by the wisdom of Gods providence ordered to this end, That they which are approved, may be made manifest among you. 2. General part, the Premunition;
For so Says our Apostle, There must be also Heresies among you, but by the Wisdom of God's providence ordered to this end, That they which Are approved, may be made manifest among you. 2. General part, the Premunition;
and a pursuing those practises, which even startle and amaze the souls and mindes of the truly religious. But blessed be God, the Dragons Tail is not so long as to sweep away all the Stars of Heaven; amidst the thickest of Heresies and Schisms, God does,
and a pursuing those practises, which even startle and amaze the Souls and minds of the truly religious. But blessed be God, the Dragons Tail is not so long as to sweep away all the Stars of Heaven; amid the thickest of Heresies and Schisms, God does,
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And though Heresie and Schism, with their so inseparable concomitants, Sacriledge and Prophaneness, though they have put of their mask of truth and holiness, yet are not men affrighted with their ugliness;
And though Heresy and Schism, with their so inseparable concomitants, Sacrilege and Profaneness, though they have put of their mask of truth and holiness, yet Are not men affrighted with their ugliness;
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But (O Beloved) that which heightens the sin, and shall heighten the condemnation of our days Apostates, is this, That they joyn themselves to those works,
But (Oh beloved) that which heightens the since, and shall heighten the condemnation of our days Apostates, is this, That they join themselves to those works,
To establish us (I say) against those impostures, observe we the Apostles seasonable admonition, That we be not soon shaken in minde, not removed from our judgement and faith in the Scriptures, to which we have been directed, in which we have been instructed, by the Church of Christ;
To establish us (I say) against those Impostors, observe we the Apostles seasonable admonition, That we be not soon shaken in mind, not removed from our judgement and faith in the Scriptures, to which we have been directed, in which we have been instructed, by the Church of christ;
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the spirit of error that seeks a separation from, and the Spirit of truth, that holds a communion with the holy men of God, in the several parts of the World,
the Spirit of error that seeks a separation from, and the Spirit of truth, that holds a communion with the holy men of God, in the several parts of the World,
THE FOURTH SERMON UPON 1 COR. 11.19. There must be also Heresies among you, that they which are approved, may be made manifest among you. THE INTRODUCTION.
THE FOURTH SERMON UPON 1 COR. 11.19. There must be also Heresies among you, that they which Are approved, may be made manifest among you. THE INTRODUCTION.
and then shall Christ in the view of the whole World, reward our Patience, and crown our Constancy, making it manifest, fully manifest, That we are approved. Thus have we done with the several particulars of the Explication, and of the Application; what remains but your practice? Halleluiah.
and then shall christ in the view of the Whole World, reward our Patience, and crown our Constancy, making it manifest, Fully manifest, That we Are approved. Thus have we done with the several particulars of the Explication, and of the Application; what remains but your practice? Halleluiah.
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4. Strict watchfulness. Knowing this, that Hereticks by their subtle pretences, and hypocritical shews, do inescare animas, catch souls as the fowler does Birds;
4. Strict watchfulness. Knowing this, that Heretics by their subtle pretences, and hypocritical shows, do inescare animas, catch Souls as the Fowler does Birds;
And a few Suppliants at the Throne of Grace, have their Prayers returned into their own bosoms, not availing for the publick good, being strongly overborn by a publick gu•lt.
And a few Suppliants At the Throne of Grace, have their Prayers returned into their own bosoms, not availing for the public good, being strongly overborne by a public gu•lt.
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for alas, when the best know most, how far are they from knowing half of what is contained in the Mysteries of the Grace and Gospel of Christ? For that, Singuli sermones, syllabae, apices, puncta, in divinis scripturis plena sunt sensibus;
for alas, when the best know most, how Far Are they from knowing half of what is contained in the Mysteres of the Grace and Gospel of christ? For that, Singuli Sermons, syllabae, apices, puncta, in divinis Scriptures plena sunt sensibus;
Now from hence are all Heresies, even NONLATINALPHABET, from a not knowing the Scriptures, so St. Chrysostome; and St. Augustine more fully, hereby men become Heretical,
Now from hence Are all Heresies, even, from a not knowing the Scriptures, so Saint Chrysostom; and Saint Augustine more Fully, hereby men become Heretical,
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when they have not a right understanding of the sacred Scriptures; and what they rightly understand not, through ignorance, they rashly assert with boldness;
when they have not a right understanding of the sacred Scriptures; and what they rightly understand not, through ignorance, they rashly assert with boldness;
let our humility teach us, that there, Melior est fidelis ignorantia, quam temeraria scientia; Better is a modest and faithful ignorance, then a rash and confident knowledge.
let our humility teach us, that there, Melior est Fidelis ignorantia, quam temeraria scientia; Better is a modest and faithful ignorance, then a rash and confident knowledge.
do we therefore keep a strict watch over our hearts, least Heresie by pretences deceive us, by flattery allure us, by fears affright us, by distresses discourage us, from owning, ptofessing,
do we Therefore keep a strict watch over our hearts, lest Heresy by pretences deceive us, by flattery allure us, by fears affright us, by Distresses discourage us, from owning, ptofessing,
Thus Margaret de Valois, Queen of Navarre was wont to say, That she received it as a greater act of favor from God, that she was Orthodox and Reformed in the Truth,
Thus Margaret de Valois, Queen of Navarre was wont to say, That she received it as a greater act of favour from God, that she was Orthodox and Reformed in the Truth,
then that she was Wife, Sister, and Aunt to Kings; and Scultetus he tells us of Henry Duke of Saxony, that when he received this message from Duke George, his elder Brother, That either he must renounce his Interest in the Protestant Faith,
then that she was Wife, Sister, and Aunt to Kings; and Scultetus he tells us of Henry Duke of Saxony, that when he received this message from Duke George, his elder Brother, That either he must renounce his Interest in the Protestant Faith,
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Thus in Zeal to the Faith of Christ, resolve we, yea, profess we, rather to be with Truth in a dungeon, then with Heresie in a Palace; with Truth in bonds, then with Heresie in robes; with Truth on the Gibbet, then with Heresie on the Throne. Yea, not onely Zeal in professing,
Thus in Zeal to the Faith of christ, resolve we, yea, profess we, rather to be with Truth in a dungeon, then with Heresy in a Palace; with Truth in bonds, then with Heresy in robes; with Truth on the Gibbet, then with Heresy on the Throne. Yea, not only Zeal in professing,
and in our Zeal to the Faith, as Athanasius and the Antients refused to receive NONLATINALPHABET Letters pacificatory from the Arians, so do we refuse all Church-fellowship and communion with those, who by their doctrines of Heresie, overthrow the Foundation of Christianity. Thus we have resolved,
and in our Zeal to the Faith, as Athanasius and the Ancients refused to receive Letters pacificatory from the Arians, so do we refuse all Church fellowship and communion with those, who by their doctrines of Heresy, overthrow the Foundation of Christianity. Thus we have resolved,
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Let us recount with gratitude, and extol with praise, the Divine wisdom, grace, and goodness of our God, who brings to his chosen, light out of darkness, good out of evil;
Let us recount with gratitude, and extol with praise, the Divine Wisdom, grace, and Goodness of our God, who brings to his chosen, Light out of darkness, good out of evil;
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Thus, as we of the same Letters differently transposed, do make far different words: So God of the same causes, differently ordered, he makes as far different effects. The Blasphemy of Ebion and Cerinthus, kindles an holy flame in St. John 's Brest, occasioning by their Heretical doctrine, his Seraphical Gospel, which hath worthily stiled him NONLATINALPHABET St. John the Divine.
Thus, as we of the same Letters differently transposed, do make Far different words: So God of the same Causes, differently ordered, he makes as Far different effects. The Blasphemy of Ebion and Cerinthus, kindles an holy flame in Saint John is Breast, occasioning by their Heretical Doctrine, his Seraphical Gospel, which hath worthily styled him Saint John the Divine.
Had it not been for the irritating impudence and importunity of Heresie and Schism, how many eminent lights had either hid their Candle under a Bushel, or under a Bed; either covered their gifts with a vail of modesty, or of sloth?
Had it not been for the irritating impudence and importunity of Heresy and Schism, how many eminent lights had either hid their Candle under a Bushel, or under a Bed; either covered their Gifts with a Vail of modesty, or of sloth?
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Thus by the manifold grace of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, Quod inimicus Machinatur in perniciem, Deus convertit in adjutorium; so St. Augustine, What the enemy deviseth and designeth for ruine and destruction, God orders and turns to succor and salvation.
Thus by the manifold grace of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ, Quod Inimicus Machinatur in perniciem, Deus Convertit in Adjutorium; so Saint Augustine, What the enemy devises and designeth for ruin and destruction, God order and turns to succour and salvation.
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however cryed down and declaim'd against by the Illiterate, and the Enthusiasts. 2. The Holy Ghost, the third Person in the sacred Trinity, is very God.
however cried down and declaimed against by the Illiterate, and the Enthusiasts. 2. The Holy Ghost, the third Person in the sacred Trinity, is very God.
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yet is it NONLATINALPHABET, in the Masculine. The like very aptly observe in the Septuagint upon Gen. 3.15. A dispute it is whether to read ipse, ipsa, or ipsum; he, she, or it, shall bruise thy head:
yet is it, in the Masculine. The like very aptly observe in the septuagint upon Gen. 3.15. A dispute it is whither to read ipse, ipsa, or ipsum; he, she, or it, shall bruise thy head:
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And remembring this, fight no longer under Satans colours, Heresie, Schism, and Profaneness; but betake thy self by faith and repentance to the Captain of thy salvation, Christ Jesus;
And remembering this, fight no longer under Satan colours, Heresy, Schism, and Profaneness; but betake thy self by faith and Repentance to the Captain of thy salvation, christ jesus;
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when at the last day Satan shall thus plead against thee before Christs tribunal, saying; As for this wicked person, and wilful Apostate, I never created him, nor redeemed him, and that himself well knew;
when At the last day Satan shall thus plead against thee before Christ tribunal, saying; As for this wicked person, and wilful Apostate, I never created him, nor redeemed him, and that himself well knew;
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Be convinc'd then, O man, whosoever thou art that quittest the covenant of thy God; be convinc'd, that by thy Apostacie thou dost enter covenant with the Devil;
Be convinced then, Oh man, whosoever thou art that quittest the Covenant of thy God; be convinced, that by thy Apostasy thou dost enter Covenant with the devil;
Ut quid invasit pannos meos? What had he to do to wear my livery? What had he to do with gluttony, drunkenness, pride, malice, envy, heresie, sacriledge,
Ut quid invasit pannos meos? What had he to do to wear my livery? What had he to do with gluttony, Drunkenness, pride, malice, envy, heresy, sacrilege,
And therefore now, after this Baptismal abrenunciation of sin and Satan, this Federal consecration unto God and Christ, to fulfill the lusts of the flesh, to walk in the course of the world,
And Therefore now, After this Baptismal abrenunciation of since and Satan, this Federal consecration unto God and christ, to fulfil the Lustiest of the Flesh, to walk in the course of the world,
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Who art thou (O man) who hast now the vows of God upon thee? that sacred and solemn vow of Baptism? Know, in that thou didst give up thy self unto God and Christ, with an abrenuncio to the Devil, the World, and the Flesh:
Who art thou (Oh man) who hast now the vows of God upon thee? that sacred and solemn Voelli of Baptism? Know, in that thou didst give up thy self unto God and christ, with an Abrenuncio to the devil, the World, and the Flesh:
that they may be receiv'd into the full communion of the Church, in being admitted to the consummating Ordinance of Christ, the blessed Eucharist. And thus, you performing the duties of Religion to your children, they shall become dutiful in their obedience unto you,
that they may be received into the full communion of the Church, in being admitted to the consummating Ordinance of christ, the blessed Eucharist. And thus, you performing the duties of Religion to your children, they shall become dutiful in their Obedience unto you,
and when they know what was undertaken for them in their names at Baptism, bring them to Episcopal hands for Confirmation; and after that take care for their further education in divine knowledge, as well as humane literature;
and when they know what was undertaken for them in their names At Baptism, bring them to Episcopal hands for Confirmation; and After that take care for their further education in divine knowledge, as well as humane literature;
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But know, this Nursery of young Plants must be weeded and watered, if we expect they should become Trees of righteousness: If we will have our children Christs disciples, we must betimes instruct them in the first principles of faith;
But know, this Nursery of young Plants must be weeded and watered, if we expect they should become Trees of righteousness: If we will have our children Christ Disciples, we must betimes instruct them in the First principles of faith;
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but also encourage them by your approbation? whilst their obscenities, lyings, and other evil speeches and actions, you do risu & osculis excipere, entertain them with laughter and delight, with kisses and embraces:
but also encourage them by your approbation? while their obscenities, lyings, and other evil Speeches and actions, you do risu & osculis excipere, entertain them with laughter and delight, with Kisses and embraces:
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There is certainly not a greater reverence due to any age, then that of Childhood; how is it then, that you not only prompt them to be evil by your example,
There is Certainly not a greater Reverence due to any age, then that of Childhood; how is it then, that you not only prompt them to be evil by your Exampl,
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and do you, oh do you bring them into a state of damnation when adult? Your selves being Precedents of evil, you infect their tender years with your exemplary impieties, which they suck in by imitation.
and do you, o do you bring them into a state of damnation when adult? Your selves being Precedents of evil, you infect their tender Years with your exemplary impieties, which they suck in by imitation.
And lest any should think the Spirit the same in person, as he is in essence with the Father, our Saviour answers the NONLATINALPHABET in the Neuter, with an NONLATINALPHABET in the Masculine, to denote (say the Antients) the distinct person of the Holy Ghost.
And lest any should think the Spirit the same in person, as he is in essence with the Father, our Saviour answers the in the Neuter, with an in the Masculine, to denote (say the Ancients) the distinct person of the Holy Ghost.
Now that the Holy Ghost thus proceeding from the Father and the Son, is a distinct person from the Son and the Father, is most firmly proved from that of S. John, where we have expresly the Comforter, the Spirit of truth, sent by the Son from the Father.
Now that the Holy Ghost thus proceeding from the Father and the Son, is a distinct person from the Son and the Father, is most firmly proved from that of S. John, where we have expressly the Comforter, the Spirit of truth, sent by the Son from the Father.
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but proceeding from the Father; his mission is temporary, and his procession is eternal. And it is worth our observation, that the Holy Ghost here is said to proceed,
but proceeding from the Father; his mission is temporary, and his procession is Eternal. And it is worth our observation, that the Holy Ghost Here is said to proceed,
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1. The Holy Ghost is the third Person of the sacred Trinity, proceeding from the Father and the Son. And what we here speak in so ineffable a mystery, let it be salvâ reverentiâ; with due reverence to the Divine Majesty.
1. The Holy Ghost is the third Person of the sacred Trinity, proceeding from the Father and the Son. And what we Here speak in so ineffable a mystery, let it be salvâ reverentiâ; with due Reverence to the Divine Majesty.
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First, That the Holy Ghost is the third Person in the sacred Trinity, proceeding from the Father and the Son. Secondly, That this third Person thus proceeding is very God.
First, That the Holy Ghost is the third Person in the sacred Trinity, proceeding from the Father and the Son. Secondly, That this third Person thus proceeding is very God.
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Wherefore in a secret zeal to this sacred truth of the Holy Ghosts Divinity, (a zeal enkindled by that Spirit which descended in fiery tongues upon the Apostles) give me leave to explain and confirm to you these two particulars.
Wherefore in a secret zeal to this sacred truth of the Holy Ghosts Divinity, (a zeal enkindled by that Spirit which descended in fiery tongues upon the Apostles) give me leave to explain and confirm to you these two particulars.
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And amongst the many NONLATINALPHABET, fighters against the Holy Ghost, (since the Pentecost tongues silenc'd the Heathen Oracles, and the preaching of the Gospel banished their idolatrous worship) amongst the many fighters (I say) against the Holy Ghost, the militant Church of Christ hath been chiefly assaulted and infested by the Arians, Macedonians, and Photinians of old time,
And among the many, fighters against the Holy Ghost, (since the Pentecost tongues silenced the Heathen Oracles, and the preaching of the Gospel banished their idolatrous worship) among the many fighters (I say) against the Holy Ghost, the militant Church of christ hath been chiefly assaulted and infested by the Arians, Macedonians, and Photinians of old time,
Heresies denying the thrice blessed and glorious Trinity, especially the eternal Godhead and the incommunicable subsistence of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.
Heresies denying the thrice blessed and glorious Trinity, especially the Eternal Godhead and the incommunicable subsistence of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.
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and failing in that proud attempt of advancing the creature to equal the Creator, he hath ever since made it his malicious design, to depress the honor of the Creator to the condition of a creature;
and failing in that proud attempt of advancing the creature to equal the Creator, he hath ever since made it his malicious Design, to depress the honour of the Creator to the condition of a creature;
For, that which brought Satan like lightening down from Heaven, carrying Hell with him, it was his rebellious pride of Ero similis Altissimo, I will be like to the most High;
For, that which brought Satan like lightning down from Heaven, carrying Hell with him, it was his rebellious pride of Ero Similis Altissimo, I will be like to the most High;
as by the profession of a true faith, so by the exercise of an holy life, O let us so regain and keep firm the love of God the Father, that by the grace of Jesus Christ our Lord, we may so hold fast the communion of the Holy Ghost, that our fiery trial shall be but as the Apostles fiery tongues, not to consume and destroy,
as by the profession of a true faith, so by the exercise of an holy life, Oh let us so regain and keep firm the love of God the Father, that by the grace of jesus christ our Lord, we may so hold fast the communion of the Holy Ghost, that our fiery trial shall be but as the Apostles fiery tongues, not to consume and destroy,
Thus you see, the faith of the Trinity in Unity, and Unity in Trinity, is the very life-blood of our Christianity, it runs through the veins of all our Doctrine and Worship. And oh!
Thus you see, the faith of the Trinity in Unity, and Unity in Trinity, is the very lifeblood of our Christianity, it runs through the Veins of all our Doctrine and Worship. And o!
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and in this faith runs not only the form of our Baptism, but also the form of our Creed; the form of our Doxology, and the form of our Benediction. And that it was of old so receiv'd in the Church, we have the full testimony of S. Basil; NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET; yea, adde we too, NONLATINALPHABET:
and in this faith runs not only the from of our Baptism, but also the from of our Creed; the from of our Doxology, and the from of our Benediction. And that it was of old so received in the Church, we have the full testimony of S. Basil;; yea, add we too,:
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the precept requiring, and the promise encouraging our observance; the precept commands the use, the promise declares the benefit; both oblige our obedience.
the precept requiring, and the promise encouraging our observance; the precept commands the use, the promise declares the benefit; both oblige our Obedience.
Let the Word be added to the Element, and it becomes a Sacrament, even the word of institution, which is accompanied with the word of precept and of promise;
Let the Word be added to the Element, and it becomes a Sacrament, even the word of Institution, which is accompanied with the word of precept and of promise;
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And to the application of Water, join we the application of the Word; and then have we Baptism compleat as to its form of administration, that of our Saviours prescription;
And to the application of Water, join we the application of the Word; and then have we Baptism complete as to its from of administration, that of our Saviors prescription;
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And thus may a few drops of water (by vertue of Christs institution) signifie and seal, convey and confirm me a right and interest in all the promises of the Gospel, all the merits of Christs blood, all the graces of the Spirit, all the bliss of Heaven.
And thus may a few drops of water (by virtue of Christ Institution) signify and seal, convey and confirm me a right and Interest in all the promises of the Gospel, all the merits of Christ blood, all the graces of the Spirit, all the bliss of Heaven.
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for the Country being mountainous, the rivers, or rather brooks, lay at the bottom, not deep enough for a plunging (as the Anabaptists manner now is) over head and ears;
for the Country being mountainous, the Rivers, or rather brooks, lay At the bottom, not deep enough for a plunging (as the Anabaptists manner now is) over head and ears;
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this had been a soaking, rather then a washing. If then S. John and S. Peter did baptize by plunging in the water, the people were fitted with some covering for that service;
this had been a soaking, rather then a washing. If then S. John and S. Peter did baptise by plunging in the water, the people were fitted with Some covering for that service;
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they were not at all guilty of the impudence of some, who baptize naked, or the immodesty of others who baptize in a sleight covering of their nakedness;
they were not At all guilty of the impudence of Some, who baptise naked, or the immodesty of Others who baptise in a sleight covering of their nakedness;
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but by pouring out of that element? No question, but John when he baptiz'd all the Region round about, and Peter three thousand in one day, they did preserve all good rules of modesty, in so sacred a service of their Ministry;
but by pouring out of that element? No question, but John when he baptized all the Region round about, and Peter three thousand in one day, they did preserve all good rules of modesty, in so sacred a service of their Ministry;
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That this was the manner of John's baptism, is (to me) plainly intimated, when our Saviour gives in promise to his Apostles, That whereas John baptized with water, they should be baptized with the Holy Ghost.
That this was the manner of John's Baptism, is (to me) plainly intimated, when our Saviour gives in promise to his Apostles, That whereas John baptised with water, they should be baptised with the Holy Ghost.
The person baptizing, and the person baptized put off their sandals, and without any further preparation, went together up to the ankles or mid-leg into the water;
The person baptizing, and the person baptised put off their Sandals, and without any further preparation, went together up to the ankles or midleg into the water;
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But lastly, as the Anabaptists have in this no strength of argument, from the propriety of the word, the signification of the ceremony, the prescript of Christ,
But lastly, as the Anabaptists have in this no strength of argument, from the propriety of the word, the signification of the ceremony, the prescript of christ,
For, examine the whole of what concerns our Saviours institution of Baptism, and we shall find no more of positive command in this Sacrament for the measure of water,
For, examine the Whole of what concerns our Saviors Institution of Baptism, and we shall find no more of positive command in this Sacrament for the measure of water,
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so nor (thirdly) is it from the prescript of Christ, that any strength of argument can be drawn, to prove a necessity of dipping or of plunging in the water.
so nor (Thirdly) is it from the prescript of christ, that any strength of argument can be drawn, to prove a necessity of dipping or of plunging in the water.
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yea, it may signifie Christs burial too, without sending the baptized to his grave; as in colder Countries, we certainly know, dipping and plunging in the waters do;
yea, it may signify Christ burial too, without sending the baptised to his grave; as in colder Countries, we Certainly know, dipping and plunging in the waters do;
then that the person baptized be received into the bosom of the water, as into his grave? Ans. Baptism may signifie the death of Christ, without exposing the person baptized to the danger of death;
then that the person baptised be received into the bosom of the water, as into his grave? Ans. Baptism may signify the death of christ, without exposing the person baptised to the danger of death;
the very inward grace and thing signified in Baptism, whereby it is rightly called NONLATINALPHABET, the laver of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;
the very inward grace and thing signified in Baptism, whereby it is rightly called, the laver of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;
And as there is no strength of argument from the propriety of the word, so nor from the signification of the ceremony: For that, the sprinkling and pouring out of the water is aptly significative of the sprinkling of Christ blood,
And as there is no strength of argument from the propriety of the word, so nor from the signification of the ceremony: For that, the sprinkling and pouring out of the water is aptly significative of the sprinkling of christ blood,
From which baptisms or washings it is most certain and evident, there can be no strength of argument from the propriety of the word, to prove a necessity of dipping or plunging in the water, seeing that baptism doth equally signifie a washing by sprinkling, or pouring out the water.
From which baptisms or washings it is most certain and evident, there can be no strength of argument from the propriety of the word, to prove a necessity of dipping or plunging in the water, seeing that Baptism does equally signify a washing by sprinkling, or pouring out the water.
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Yea, from the tradition of the Elders they are said to hold NONLATINALPHABET, the Baptisms (so the Original) the washings (so our English) the washings of cups and of pots, brazen vessels,
Yea, from the tradition of the Elders they Are said to hold, the Baptisms (so the Original) the washings (so our English) the washings of cups and of pots, brazen vessels,
All which forms of washing exprest in the one word NONLATINALPHABET, we have in S. Mark; where we read concerning the Pharisees and others of the Jews, that when they come from the market, they eat not, NONLATINALPHABET,
All which forms of washing expressed in the one word, we have in S. Mark; where we read Concerning the Pharisees and Others of the jews, that when they come from the market, they eat not,,
In the administration then of Baptism, the first thing necessary as to the essence of the Sacrament, is the application of the Water, and this in an outward washing;
In the administration then of Baptism, the First thing necessary as to the essence of the Sacrament, is the application of the Water, and this in an outward washing;
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and this is the application of the Water, and of the Word. The application of the Water, whether it be by immersion, or aspersion, or effusion: The application of the Word;
and this is the application of the Water, and of the Word. The application of the Water, whither it be by immersion, or aspersion, or effusion: The application of the Word;
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Having given you the former branch of our Saviours instruction to his Apostles, the Institution of Baptism; we proceed to the latter, the manner and form of Baptisms administration, viz. in the name of the Father,
Having given you the former branch of our Saviors instruction to his Apostles, the Institution of Baptism; we proceed to the latter, the manner and from of Baptisms administration, viz. in the name of the Father,
that ordinance, for which he here gives commission and instruction to his Apostles, in his NONLATINALPHABET Go ye, disciple all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father,
that Ordinance, for which he Here gives commission and instruction to his Apostles, in his Go you, disciple all Nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father,
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and strengthen your faith, in what concerns the nature and manner, the duty and benefit of Infants Baptism: hereby to keep open the door of the Church for entrance into her communion;
and strengthen your faith, in what concerns the nature and manner, the duty and benefit of Infants Baptism: hereby to keep open the door of the Church for Entrance into her communion;
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It being then too endless a task to encounter each Sect and Heresie of our times in particular, I have thought it best to give you a soveraign Antidote and Preservative in the general; and it is this;
It being then too endless a task to encounter each Sect and Heresy of our times in particular, I have Thought it best to give you a sovereign Antidote and Preservative in the general; and it is this;
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And how come they thus possest? Why sure, whereas they renounc'd the Devil in their Baptism, in renouncing their Baptism, they have too too much given way to the Devil,
And how come they thus possessed? Why sure, whereas they renounced the devil in their Baptism, in renouncing their Baptism, they have too too much given Way to the devil,
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Now, that too many miserable wretches are possest with an Evil spirit, is too unhappily apparent by their quakings and trances, by their rantings and ravings, their impudence and filthiness, their diabolical blasphemies and hellish execrations:
Now, that too many miserable wretches Are possessed with an Evil Spirit, is too unhappily apparent by their quakings and trances, by their rantings and ravings, their impudence and filthiness, their diabolical Blasphemies and hellish execrations:
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It is the known observation of the Exorcists; That whom Satan possesseth, he first tempts them to renounce their Baptism, in which they renounced him; and till this be done, he cannot have power to possess them.
It is the known observation of the Exorcists; That whom Satan Possesses, he First tempts them to renounce their Baptism, in which they renounced him; and till this be done, he cannot have power to possess them.
a Sect as pregnant and fruitful of error, and those monstrous too, as that Holland-Lady was of children, whose numerous brood is said to equal the days in the year.
a Sect as pregnant and fruitful of error, and those monstrous too, as that Holland-Lady was of children, whose numerous brood is said to equal the days in the year.
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But what (Beloved) hath the Church dedicated your children unto God, and do you tutour them for the Devil? Are they in a state of salvation whilst Infants,
But what (beloved) hath the Church dedicated your children unto God, and do you tutor them for the devil? are they in a state of salvation while Infants,
For, being by nature children of disobedience and of wrath, what greater need then to be given up unto him the Author of life and grace? His all-sufficiency will answer their necessity;
For, being by nature children of disobedience and of wrath, what greater need then to be given up unto him the Author of life and grace? His All-sufficiency will answer their necessity;
But if she be silent, and betray her chastity to the lust of the Ravisher, expose her faith to the deceitfulness of the seducer, she incurs the guilt of spiritual fornication, and without sincere repentance she shall die and perish in her sin.
But if she be silent, and betray her chastity to the lust of the Ravisher, expose her faith to the deceitfulness of the seducer, she incurs the guilt of spiritual fornication, and without sincere Repentance she shall die and perish in her since.
and attempt to ravish this Virgin, by adulterate opinions, she must cry out to the Ministers of Christs Gospel, who will be ready to succour and relieve her.
and attempt to ravish this Virgae, by adulterate opinions, she must cry out to the Ministers of Christ Gospel, who will be ready to succour and relieve her.
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In all which particulars, we have kept to our Saviours Commission and Instruction which he gave his Apostles, saying, Go ye, disciple all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father,
In all which particulars, we have kept to our Saviors Commission and Instruction which he gave his Apostles, saying, Go you, disciple all Nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father,
Thus have we given you, as the Institution, so the Administration of Baptism; and this Administration, both in what is necessary as to the Essence of the Sacrament,
Thus have we given you, as the Institution, so the Administration of Baptism; and this Administration, both in what is necessary as to the Essence of the Sacrament,
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it remains not as to hope of mercy and reward, but as to the heap of wrath and punishment; (so S. Augustine. ) Wherefore, the Bond of Baptism, we have aptly illustrated by the Oath of Allegiance, whereby a Nation and People become sworne Subjects to their Prince;
it remains not as to hope of mercy and reward, but as to the heap of wrath and punishment; (so S. Augustine.) Wherefore, the Bound of Baptism, we have aptly illustrated by the Oath of Allegiance, whereby a nation and People become sworn Subject's to their Prince;
And therefore, after this, to fulfill our own lusts, and do the works of Satan, what is it but to profane what was consecrate unto the Lord? yea, to alienate and invade what was dedicated and devoted unto Christ? To close, observe:
And Therefore, After this, to fulfil our own Lustiest, and do the works of Satan, what is it but to profane what was consecrate unto the Lord? yea, to alienate and invade what was dedicated and devoted unto christ? To close, observe:
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No, our guilt is no less th•n that of Perjury and Apostacy, accompanied too with the vilest Sacriledge, (which seldom go asunder.) For, by entring covenant (which we all do in Baptism, more fully ratified in Confirmation) with Christ as the Lord of life, and Prince of peace, we consecrate our whole selves unto him in his sacred worship and service:
No, our guilt is no less th•n that of Perjury and Apostasy, accompanied too with the Vilest Sacrilege, (which seldom go asunder.) For, by entering Covenant (which we all do in Baptism, more Fully ratified in Confirmation) with christ as the Lord of life, and Prince of peace, we consecrate our Whole selves unto him in his sacred worship and service:
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and sin usurp'd the throne of the heart, it will be no plea to excuse our rebellion and revolt, that renouncing our oaths of Supremacie and Allegiance unto Christ, we have submitted to the sway of present Powers, even our corrupt lusts and Satans suggestions:
and since usurped the throne of the heart, it will be no plea to excuse our rebellion and revolt, that renouncing our Oaths of Supremacy and Allegiance unto christ, we have submitted to the sway of present Powers, even our corrupt Lustiest and Satan suggestions:
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Know then, in entring covenant, and giving up our selvs by vow unto Christ in our baptism, we are become bound unto him in a direct oath of Supremacy and Allegiance, for ever to acknowledge Christ, submit unto him,
Know then, in entering Covenant, and giving up our selves by Voelli unto christ in our Baptism, we Are become bound unto him in a Direct oath of Supremacy and Allegiance, for ever to acknowledge christ, submit unto him,
Before we close, I will here declare unto you that great obligation that lies upon us, by vertue of that promise and vow we made unto Christ in Baptism,
Before we close, I will Here declare unto you that great obligation that lies upon us, by virtue of that promise and Voelli we made unto christ in Baptism,
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having given up our names unto Christ, and listed our selves under his banner. Observe, that by this Imposition of hands was given the Holy Ghost, does rather magnifie, then nullifie this ordinance;
having given up our names unto christ, and listed our selves under his banner. Observe, that by this Imposition of hands was given the Holy Ghost, does rather magnify, then nullify this Ordinance;
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And though Calvin disallows this of S. Hierom in his Institutions, yet he consents to it in his Commentaries, (saying upon Heb. 6.2.) Hic unus locus testatur, hujus Ceremoniae originem affluxisse ab Apostolis;
And though calvin disallows this of S. Hieronymus in his Institutions, yet he consents to it in his Commentaries, (saying upon Hebrew 6.2.) Hic Unus locus testatur, hujus Ceremonies originem affluxisse ab Apostles;
but also of modern Divines, even Calvin, Beza, Piscator, Chemnitius, and others; all which subscribe to S. Hierom, who calls Confirmation, Apostolicam observationem, an Apostolical observation.
but also of modern Divines, even calvin, Beza, Piscator, Chemnitz, and Others; all which subscribe to S. Hieronymus, who calls Confirmation, Apostolicam observationem, an Apostolical observation.
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Which Confirmation, if stript of the rags of Romish superstition, and vindicated from the disrepute of Vulgar misapprehension, is certainly of excellent use,
Which Confirmation, if stripped of the rags of Romish Superstition, and vindicated from the disrepute of vulgar misapprehension, is Certainly of excellent use,
but require a profession of repentance and faith in their names, ut obligentur, non ut instruantur, (so the Schools) for their obligation, not their instruction;
but require a profession of Repentance and faith in their names, ut obligentur, non ut instruantur, (so the Schools) for their obligation, not their instruction;
For, the abrenunciation of Satan, and the reciting of the Creed, made in the Infants name by the Sureties, is no egregious prevarication (as the Adversaries call it) but a Christian reception (as the Church intends it) like the interest of Minors and Pupils undertaken by their Guardians. So that, the Questions, Doest thou forsake? and, Doest thou believe? are Interrogatories pro more fori, according to the manner of Civil Courts, known and allowed by the prudent, derided and despised only by the ignorant.
For, the abrenunciation of Satan, and the reciting of the Creed, made in the Infants name by the Sureties, is no egregious prevarication (as the Adversaries call it) but a Christian reception (as the Church intends it) like the Interest of Minors and Pupils undertaken by their Guardians. So that, the Questions, Dost thou forsake? and, Dost thou believe? Are Interrogatories Pro more Fori, according to the manner of Civil Courts, known and allowed by the prudent, derided and despised only by the ignorant.
which, whether it be of Apostolical tradition, or Ecclesiastical constitution, we may well esteem it, as Peter Martyr stiles it, utile institutum, a profitable ordination;
which, whither it be of Apostolical tradition, or Ecclesiastical constitution, we may well esteem it, as Peter Martyr stile it, utile institutum, a profitable ordination;
And passing from the Jewish Synagogue to the Christian Church, we find Higinius the eighth Bishop of Rome, whose seat was in the time of Antoninus Pius, (so Eusebius ) about an hundred and forty years after Christ, long before Popery was entred that Sea:
And passing from the Jewish Synagogue to the Christian Church, we find Higin the eighth Bishop of Rome, whose seat was in the time of Antoninus Pius, (so Eusebius) about an hundred and forty Years After christ, long before Popery was entered that Sea:
Enquir ng into the original of Suretiship in the behalf of Infants, we find it commonly known and used of old among the Jews: The Rulers of the Consistory taking the care and charge of the young Proselytes;
Enquir ng into the original of Suretyship in the behalf of Infants, we find it commonly known and used of old among the jews: The Rulers of the Consistory taking the care and charge of the young Proselytes;
For, as formerly to preserve from Heathenism, so now to preserve from Heresie, it is the pious and prudent care of the Church to engage the promise of Sureties, with the duty of Parents, to secure their Childrens instruction and education in the Faith.
For, as formerly to preserve from Heathenism, so now to preserve from Heresy, it is the pious and prudent care of the Church to engage the promise of Sureties, with the duty of Parents, to secure their Children's instruction and education in the Faith.
And this the Church does upon a sure perswasion, that it is agreeable to the grace and goodness of the Almighty, ut qui aliena culpa cecidit, aliena fide resurgat;
And this the Church does upon a sure persuasion, that it is agreeable to the grace and Goodness of the Almighty, ut qui Aliena culpa cecidit, Aliena fide resurgat;
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And so, hereby we make good Scripture-practice, as well as sacred precept, confirming the right manner and form of Baptisms administration to be, in the name of the Father,
And so, hereby we make good Scripture-practice, as well as sacred precept, confirming the right manner and from of Baptisms administration to be, in the name of the Father,
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and in Baptism to profess, even the Holy Ghost. This, that genuine and clear interpretation of that Text, consenting with the Judgment of the Antient Fathers;
and in Baptism to profess, even the Holy Ghost. This, that genuine and clear Interpretation of that Text, consenting with the Judgement of the Ancient Father's;
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And therefore, having rightly instructed them in John's Baptism, as differently administred from that of Christ's; he gives them Confirmation after Baptism,
And Therefore, having rightly instructed them in John's Baptism, as differently administered from that of Christ's; he gives them Confirmation After Baptism,
Which seeming strange to the Apostle, he asks with wonder, Unto what then were ye baptized? intimating, that Christian baptism did certainly admit them into the faith of the Holy Ghost, being administred in his name;
Which seeming strange to the Apostle, he asks with wonder, Unto what then were you baptised? intimating, that Christian Baptism did Certainly admit them into the faith of the Holy Ghost, being administered in his name;
which proof is taken from that passage in the Acts, concerning the Ephesian Disciples of John, who tell S. Paul, that they had not so much as heard whether there were any Holy Ghost:
which proof is taken from that passage in the Acts, Concerning the Ephesian Disciples of John, who tell S. Paul, that they had not so much as herd whither there were any Holy Ghost:
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besides the precept of Christs institution, which they could not violate, and besides the witness of universal Tradition, which we may not reject, hear one Scripture-proof which none can evince;
beside the precept of Christ Institution, which they could not violate, and beside the witness of universal Tradition, which we may not reject, hear one Scripture proof which none can evince;
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and in the confession of the Lord Jesus. And so, that the Apostles (notwithstanding they are said to baptize in the name of Jesus) did baptize expressly in the name of the Father,
and in the Confessi of the Lord jesus. And so, that the Apostles (notwithstanding they Are said to baptise in the name of jesus) did baptise expressly in the name of the Father,
And now, where Baptism is thus rightly administred as to the application of the Word and Water, there it is certainly valid and good, though administred by an Heretick.
And now, where Baptism is thus rightly administered as to the application of the Word and Water, there it is Certainly valid and good, though administered by an Heretic.
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and so, though three immersions, yet but one Baptism: for that, as Bonaventure well observes, Non est completum Sacramentum, quousque terminatum sit verbum;
and so, though three immersions, yet but one Baptism: for that, as Bonaventure well observes, Non est completum Sacramentum, How Long terminatum sit verbum;
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In those places where the Church useth three immersions or aspersions, (as at this day in many Countries the Church does;) there the first dipping or sprinkling is with a nominating the Father; the second, the Son; the third, the Holy Ghost;
In those places where the Church uses three immersions or Aspersions, (as At this day in many Countries the Church does;) there the First dipping or sprinkling is with a nominating the Father; the second, the Son; the third, the Holy Ghost;
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whether Baptism was administred with once, or with thrice dipping or sprinkling; quoniam & in tribus immersionibus Personarum trinitas, & in una potest Divinitatis singularitas designari:
whither Baptism was administered with once, or with thrice dipping or sprinkling; quoniam & in tribus immersionibus Personarum trinitas, & in una potest Divinitatis singularitas designari:
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and learning of good Bessarion; the Crecians being satisfied by the Latines, that the Filioque, and the Son, added to the Nicene Creed, was taken from that of Athanasius, as more fully exprest, to declare the procession of the Holy Ghost.
and learning of good Bessarion; the Grecians being satisfied by the Latins, that the Filioque, and the Son, added to the Nicene Creed, was taken from that of Athanasius, as more Fully expressed, to declare the procession of the Holy Ghost.
though true it is, after the Orthodox Faith was determined and confirm'd by those Orthodox Fathers, who, in that Oecumenical Council of Constantinople, call'd by the Emperor Theodosius, did suppress the then spreading Heresie of Macedonius, adding to the Nicene Creed, what concerns more fully the Faith of the Holy Ghost, that he is the Lord and giver of life, who proceedeth from the Father, &c. Though after this, there arose a great controversie betwixt the Greek and Latine Church, concerning the Holy Ghost's procession;
though true it is, After the Orthodox Faith was determined and confirmed by those Orthodox Father's, who, in that Ecumenical Council of Constantinople, called by the Emperor Theodosius, did suppress thee then spreading Heresy of Macedonius, adding to the Nicene Creed, what concerns more Fully the Faith of the Holy Ghost, that he is the Lord and giver of life, who Proceedeth from the Father, etc. Though After this, there arose a great controversy betwixt the Greek and Latin Church, Concerning the Holy Ghost's procession;
and the Holy Ghost is the same God, proceeding from the Father and the Son. So that, each Person is NONLATINALPHABET, the manner of subsistence, whereby the Godhead is distinguished;
and the Holy Ghost is the same God, proceeding from the Father and the Son. So that, each Person is, the manner of subsistence, whereby the Godhead is distinguished;
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Here, if I should ask those who now have rak'd up the long since buried Heresie of Macedonius, what is their fear of affirming the Holy Ghost God? Is it to assert many Gods? how vain is this fear! how false were that assertion!
Here, if I should ask those who now have raked up the long since buried Heresy of Macedonius, what is their Fear of affirming the Holy Ghost God? Is it to assert many God's? how vain is this Fear! how false were that assertion!
and obedience of God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost? For that, Baptism being the seal of the Covenant of grace, the Regius Character, the Royal stamp of this seal, is the name of the sacred Trinity, (so S. Augustine. ) Wherefore as God in the Trinity of persons owns us to be his people;
and Obedience of God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost? For that, Baptism being the seal of the Covenant of grace, the Regius Character, the Royal stamp of this seal, is the name of the sacred Trinity, (so S. Augustine.) Wherefore as God in the Trinity of Persons owns us to be his people;
Fourthly, The Worship of God. Adored he is in that Trisagion of the Churches Anthem; Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come.
Fourthly, The Worship of God. Adored he is in that Trisagion of the Churches Anthem; Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come.
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Thirdly, The Works of God. As, to him is attributed the Creation of the World, the giving of Life, the distribution of Grace, the governing the Church,
Thirdly, The Works of God. As, to him is attributed the Creation of the World, the giving of Life, the distribution of Grace, the governing the Church,
so that, as there is but one Body, so but one Spirit. One and the same Holy Ghost then, at one and the same time, sanctifieth by his gracious presence and operation, the Saints of God in heaven and in earth:
so that, as there is but one Body, so but one Spirit. One and the same Holy Ghost then, At one and the same time, Sanctifieth by his gracious presence and operation, the Saints of God in heaven and in earth:
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Secondly, The Attributes of God: As that he is eternal; that he is omniscient; that he is omnipotent; and that he is omnipresent. And much of force there is in this argument of the Holy Ghost's omnipresence; an argument not so easily evaded by the sophistical disputes of the Heretick.
Secondly, The Attributes of God: As that he is Eternal; that he is omniscient; that he is omnipotent; and that he is omnipresent. And much of force there is in this argument of the Holy Ghost's omnipresence; an argument not so Easily evaded by the sophistical disputes of the Heretic.
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As then Christ proves his Divinity, in that he communicates life; so from hence we prove the Divinity of the Holy Ghost, that he distributes his gifts, NONLATINALPHABET even as he will.
As then christ Proves his Divinity, in that he communicates life; so from hence we prove the Divinity of the Holy Ghost, that he distributes his Gifts, even as he will.
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Again, we are said to be Temples of God; and how? Why, in that the Spirit of God, even the Holy Ghost, who is God, dwelleth in us. One proof more, where it is said, The diversities of gifts, the differences of administrations, and the diversities of operations are all from the Holy Spirit, who is called God and Lord, working all in all, yea even dividing to every man severally as he will;
Again, we Are said to be Temples of God; and how? Why, in that the Spirit of God, even the Holy Ghost, who is God, dwells in us. One proof more, where it is said, The diversities of Gifts, the differences of administrations, and the diversities of operations Are all from the Holy Spirit, who is called God and Lord, working all in all, yea even dividing to every man severally as he will;
or rather laying too low, the Scriptures perfection, they condemn Natural and Civil Actions, with a censure of being sinful, which yet the Word of God condemneth not.
or rather laying too low, the Scriptures perfection, they condemn Natural and Civil Actions, with a censure of being sinful, which yet the Word of God Condemneth not.
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The error and superstition Affirmative on the one hand, that's the Romanists; who, cutting short the Scriptures perfection, impose Humane tradition, with an opinion of absolute necessity, and divine authority.
The error and Superstition Affirmative on the one hand, that's the Romanists; who, cutting short the Scriptures perfection, impose Humane tradition, with an opinion of absolute necessity, and divine Authority.
which are especially these three. 1. An unavoidable guilt of Superstition. 2. A vexatious perplexity of Conscience. 3. A seditious contempt of Humane Laws, whether Civil or Ecclesiastical.
which Are especially these three. 1. an unavoidable guilt of Superstition. 2. A vexatious perplexity of Conscience. 3. A seditious contempt of Humane Laws, whither Civil or Ecclesiastical.
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if those maxims, known principles of Nature and Reason, had never been heard of, but by Scripture Revelation: But, in that, holy Scripture points us expresly to those maxims in general;
if those maxims, known principles of Nature and Reason, had never been herd of, but by Scripture Revelation: But, in that, holy Scripture points us expressly to those maxims in general;
especially of doing whatsoever 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, &c. This were indeed to the purpose,
especially of doing whatsoever 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, etc. This were indeed to the purpose,
To say as some do, to mitigate the rigidness and harshness of this opinion, to say, That the Scriptures are the rule of all mens actions, in those general maxims dispersedly and occasionally set down, of doing unto others, as we would they should do unto us;
To say as Some do, to mitigate the rigidness and harshness of this opinion, to say, That the Scriptures Are the Rule of all men's actions, in those general maxims dispersedly and occasionally Set down, of doing unto Others, as we would they should do unto us;
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But to the Gentiles, having no Law written in Tables, there is a Law written in their hearts, and according unto this Law, their Consciences do either accuse or excuse them.
But to the Gentiles, having no Law written in Tables, there is a Law written in their hearts, and according unto this Law, their Consciences do either accuse or excuse them.
whether our warrant be from Scripture or from Reason, both being the Word of God, onely with this difference, That Humane Reason is subordinate to Divine Revelation.
whither our warrant be from Scripture or from Reason, both being the Word of God, only with this difference, That Humane Reason is subordinate to Divine Revelation.
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But now, that the sacred Scriptures are our onely rule of direction, in matters Civil or Natural, especially as extended, by the Brethren of the Separation, to indifferent actions, (whereas indeed this opinion makes no actions to be indifferent, all being commanded by the Word of God. ) This we can by no means admit of, it being an opinion which makes an in•et to all Schism and Sedition.
But now, that the sacred Scriptures Are our only Rule of direction, in matters Civil or Natural, especially as extended, by the Brothers of the Separation, to indifferent actions, (whereas indeed this opinion makes no actions to be indifferent, all being commanded by the Word of God.) This we can by no means admit of, it being an opinion which makes an in•et to all Schism and Sedition.
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That the Sacred Scriptures are our perfect rule of direction, as to the knowledge of supernatural Truths, in the objects of divine Faith; and the exercise of supernatural Graces, in the duties of Evangelical obedience, we willingly acknowledge;
That the Sacred Scriptures Are our perfect Rule of direction, as to the knowledge of supernatural Truths, in the objects of divine Faith; and the exercise of supernatural Graces, in the duties of Evangelical Obedience, we willingly acknowledge;
1. That the sacred Scriptures are the onely rule of all mens actions. An opinion, however made plausible, yet is it indeed pernicious. To state the case right;
1. That the sacred Scriptures Are the only Rule of all men's actions. an opinion, however made plausible, yet is it indeed pernicious. To state the case right;
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Which two make up that NONLATINALPHABET, that grand and primary falshood, which laid the ground for all that division and disobedience, which hath of late broken forth into violence and blood, both in Church and State.
Which two make up that, that grand and primary falsehood, which laid the ground for all that division and disobedience, which hath of late broken forth into violence and blood, both in Church and State.
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The Word of God, and the Ministry of the Church; for so faith Christ, in Instruction to his Apostles, Go ye, disciple all Nations, NONLATINALPHABET, Baptising and teaching; Teaching, whatsoever I have command•d you.
The Word of God, and the Ministry of the Church; for so faith christ, in Instruction to his Apostles, Go you, disciple all nations,, Baptizing and teaching; Teaching, whatsoever I have command•d you.
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and the Jesuites design, both acting by the Enthusiast, That in dividing the judgment of the Church from the authority of the Scriptures, may be our ruine.
and the Jesuits Design, both acting by the Enthusiast, That in dividing the judgement of the Church from the Authority of the Scriptures, may be our ruin.
And for this, they urge their Scripture Texts, with much heat of contention against the Presbytery; pleading this their common ground, of interpretering Scripture by the Spirit, whose inspirations and revelations they pretend to, above what the Presbytery dare own or acknowledge.
And for this, they urge their Scripture Texts, with much heat of contention against the Presbytery; pleading this their Common ground, of interpretering Scripture by the Spirit, whose inspirations and revelations they pretend to, above what the Presbytery Dare own or acknowledge.
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he pulls down the Classes, and the Synod, as humane inventions, and remains of Antichrist, denying, That by the Scripture, any Presbyters or persons whatsoever, ought to have power over the Churches of Christ, which are by Scripture-rule Independent in their Government, to any Secular or Ecclesiastical power whatsoever.
he pulls down the Classes, and the Synod, as humane Inventions, and remains of Antichrist, denying, That by the Scripture, any Presbyters or Persons whatsoever, ought to have power over the Churches of christ, which Are by Scriptural rule Independent in their Government, to any Secular or Ecclesiastical power whatsoever.
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For, do not the Brownists, the Anabaptists, under the name and notion of Independents, presently beat them with their own weapon? The Presbyterian abolisheth the Publick Liturgy, and takes away Regular Ordination;
For, do not the Brownists, the Anabaptists, under the name and notion of Independents, presently beatrice them with their own weapon? The Presbyterian abolisheth the Public Liturgy, and Takes away Regular Ordination;
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according to which two, it is well worthy our observation, the Church of England did exactly draw the platform of her Reformation. And this is evident in her Doctrine and Practice; (1) In her Doctrine;
according to which two, it is well worthy our observation, the Church of England did exactly draw the platform of her Reformation. And this is evident in her Doctrine and Practice; (1) In her Doctrine;
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As then the Authority of the sacred Scriptures gives us the sure rule of Faith, so the judgment of the Universal Church gives us the right line of interpretation;
As then the authority of the sacred Scriptures gives us the sure Rule of Faith, so the judgement of the Universal Church gives us the right line of Interpretation;
This is that we may call, in the language of St. Ambrose, Liber Sacerdotalis, That Sacerdotal Book, signatus a confessoribus, & multorum Martyrio consecratus, signed by the confessions of the most eminent Saints, and consecrated by the blood of the holiest Martyrs.
This is that we may call, in the language of Saint Ambrose, Liber Sacerdotalis, That Sacerdotal Book, Signatus a confessoribus, & multorum Martyrdom consecratus, signed by the confessions of the most eminent Saints, and consecrated by the blood of the Holiest Martyrs.
For that, without controversie, even by confession of all parties, in that time were the most Eminent Saints for holiness of life, excellency of learning, purity of doctrine, and constancy of martyrdom:
For that, without controversy, even by Confessi of all parties, in that time were the most Eminent Saints for holiness of life, excellency of learning, purity of Doctrine, and constancy of martyrdom:
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then where Christ did expresly promise he should ever be, with his Church? And especially with the Pastors of his Church, to whom our Lord gives the promise, that, His Spirit should lead them into all truth.
then where christ did expressly promise he should ever be, with his Church? And especially with the Pastors of his Church, to whom our Lord gives the promise, that, His Spirit should led them into all truth.
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or reason, but by the enlightning power of the Spirit of Truth; for as the Scriptures came not by the proper will, so nor are they to be interpreted by the private judgment of men;
or reason, but by the enlightening power of the Spirit of Truth; for as the Scriptures Come not by the proper will, so nor Are they to be interpreted by the private judgement of men;
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In the farther prosecution of the two parts of our Saviours Instruction, establishing to us the Authority of the Scriptures, and the Doctrine of his Church; we will resolve you three seasonable questions, and clear unto you two vulgar Errors. (1.) Resolve you three seasonable questions, which are these.
In the farther prosecution of the two parts of our Saviors Instruction, establishing to us the authority of the Scriptures, and the Doctrine of his Church; we will resolve you three seasonable questions, and clear unto you two Vulgar Errors. (1.) Resolve you three seasonable questions, which Are these.
not of Faith, for, that hearkens to the voice and Ministry of the Church, delivering the Word and Truth of God, in which, we are taught, whatsoever Christ hath commanded.
not of Faith, for, that hearkens to the voice and Ministry of the Church, delivering the Word and Truth of God, in which, we Are taught, whatsoever christ hath commanded.
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One truth delivered us by the faithful Pastors of the Church, as by one mouth; whereas the factious and heretical, they are divided in their spirits, and their opinions;
One truth Delivered us by the faithful Pastors of the Church, as by one Mouth; whereas the factious and heretical, they Are divided in their spirits, and their opinions;
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Wherefore, seeing in the publick ruptures of our Church, Heresies and Schisms, as in the broken Walls of a Palace, Adders and Serpents, do breed and multiply;
Wherefore, seeing in the public ruptures of our Church, Heresies and Schisms, as in the broken Walls of a Palace, Adders and Serpents, do breed and multiply;
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Those Doctrines our Church hath examined and determined according to Gods Word, and given Testimony too, to those Truths, sealing them with their blood.
Those Doctrines our Church hath examined and determined according to God's Word, and given Testimony too, to those Truths, sealing them with their blood.
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so since that, the Romanists have took upon them to be Emendatores Patrum, Reformers of the Fathers, (witness their Index Expurgatorius, yea, we have them rose up amongst us, who will be Emendatores Reformatorum, such as reform our Reformers;
so since that, the Romanists have took upon them to be Emendatores Patrum, Reformers of the Father's, (witness their Index Expurgatorius, yea, we have them rose up among us, who will be Emendatores Reformatorum, such as reform our Reformers;
I urge this the rather, because, though we may say of our Church, what Lyrinensis does of Origens family, that it is illustrata mantyrio, made glorious by Martyrdom, (such Martyrdom,
I urge this the rather, Because, though we may say of our Church, what Lerins does of Origens family, that it is Illustrata mantyrio, made glorious by Martyrdom, (such Martyrdom,
whether it be equal, when any ware hath been judged warrantable or sophisticate, by any of your companies, that then the judgment of some puny Journeymen, should be preferred? The like case is in the Controversies of the Church;
whither it be equal, when any ware hath been judged warrantable or sophisticate, by any of your companies, that then the judgement of Some puny Journeymen, should be preferred? The like case is in the Controversies of the Church;
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and in that our Souls to the opinions of Fanatick Enthusiasts, and not rather to the Religious Pastors of the Church and faithful Preachers of the Gospel? Yea, let me propose it to the judicature of your own reason,
and in that our Souls to the opinions of Fanatic Enthusiasts, and not rather to the Religious Pastors of the Church and faithful Preachers of the Gospel? Yea, let me propose it to the judicature of your own reason,
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Who is it then that will intrust his liberty or estate to the judgment of a few puny Novices, rather then the sage Baristers of the Law? And what, shall we intrust our Faith,
Who is it then that will intrust his liberty or estate to the judgement of a few puny novices, rather then the sage Barristers of the Law? And what, shall we intrust our Faith,
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for the work of the Ministry, and perfecting the Saints, he had ordained as some Pastors and Doctors, so distinct from them, some gifted Tradesmen, some illuminated Mechanicks.
for the work of the Ministry, and perfecting the Saints, he had ordained as Some Pastors and Doctors, so distinct from them, Some gifted Tradesmen, Some illuminated Mechanics.
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and so with some Apostles had ordained St. Peter the chief Apostle, and with some Pastors had ordained one Universal Pastor, to whom all Doctors and Teachers,
and so with Some Apostles had ordained Saint Peter the chief Apostle, and with Some Pastors had ordained one Universal Pastor, to whom all Doctors and Teachers,
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the Apostle does not say (as doubtless he would, had he been of the Jesuites belief) that for the preserving of the one Faith, Christ had given one Head,
the Apostle does not say (as doubtless he would, had he been of the Jesuits belief) that for the preserving of the one Faith, christ had given one Head,
2. The means of communicating this object, and declaring this word, the Ministry of the Church, by which we are taught whatsoever Christ hath commanded:
2. The means of communicating this Object, and declaring this word, the Ministry of the Church, by which we Are taught whatsoever christ hath commanded:
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This the first particular, chiefly considerable in our Saviours instruction, the object of our Faith, the Word of God, in which we have whatsoever hath been commanded of Christ to be taught.
This the First particular, chiefly considerable in our Saviors instruction, the Object of our Faith, the Word of God, in which we have whatsoever hath been commanded of christ to be taught.
by Faith to believe, and in believing to finde rest unto his Soul. However then rational discourses, rhetorical flourishes, Scholastical disputes may please the fancy, raise admiration, astonish the minde;
by Faith to believe, and in believing to find rest unto his Soul. However then rational discourses, rhetorical flourishes, Scholastical disputes may please the fancy, raise admiration, astonish the mind;
Therefore a Law, NONLATINALPHABET, a Royal, a soveraign, a supream Law, regulating the affections, restraining the lusts, conforming each faculty of the Soul to its self.
Therefore a Law,, a Royal, a sovereign, a supreme Law, regulating the affections, restraining the Lustiest, conforming each faculty of the Soul to its self.
and a lanthorn to my paths, for the leading my judgment, and the directing my conversation. 2. Its sacred power; either governing what is under its command,
and a lantern to my paths, for the leading my judgement, and the directing my Conversation. 2. Its sacred power; either governing what is under its command,
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2. Its transient operations; viz. By a divine light, and sacred power. 1. Its divine Light; the Word like the Sun, it carries with it that brightness whereby it enlightens,
2. Its Transient operations; viz. By a divine Light, and sacred power. 1. Its divine Light; the Word like the Sun, it carries with it that brightness whereby it enlightens,
And thus the holy Scriptures being the Rule of Faith, as a Rule hath its just measure inherent in its self, not depending upon the hand of the Artificer;
And thus the holy Scriptures being the Rule of Faith, as a Rule hath its just measure inherent in its self, not depending upon the hand of the Artificer;
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and seeing it is NONLATINALPHABET, prove by tryal, as the Goldsmith does his Gold by the Touchstone, or the Carpenter his work by the Rule; if thus prove and try, some Touchstone and Rule there must be of tryal and proof;
and seeing it is, prove by trial, as the Goldsmith does his Gold by the Touchstone, or the Carpenter his work by the Rule; if thus prove and try, Some Touchstone and Rule there must be of trial and proof;
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and they, Who speak not according to this Word, have no Light, of truth and righteousness, in them. From this full sufficiency and self authority it is, That the Word of God is the Canon and Rule of Faith: The Canon (I say) and Rule; for, seeing we are commanded to prove the doctrines, whether they be of truth;
and they, Who speak not according to this Word, have no Light, of truth and righteousness, in them. From this full sufficiency and self Authority it is, That the Word of God is the Canon and Rule of Faith: The Canon (I say) and Rule; for, seeing we Are commanded to prove the doctrines, whither they be of truth;
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Profitable they are; First, NONLATINALPHABET for Doctrine and Instruction; secondly, NONLATINALPHABET for Argument and Conviction; thirdly, NONLATINALPHABET for Correction and Reformation.
Profitable they Are; First, for Doctrine and Instruction; secondly, for Argument and Conviction; Thirdly, for Correction and Reformation.
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1. In its inherent Attributes, especially its full sufficiency, and its self authority. 1. Its full sufficiency. The holy Scriptures they are the heavenly store-house, from whence the Church of Christ is furnished with all spiritual provision of heavenly Doctrine,
1. In its inherent Attributes, especially its full sufficiency, and its self Authority. 1. Its full sufficiency. The holy Scriptures they Are the heavenly storehouse, from whence the Church of christ is furnished with all spiritual provision of heavenly Doctrine,
Having then shewed you where it is, that we have the Word of God, even in the Books of sacred Scriptures. I shall proceed to describe this Word unto you, in its inherent Attributes, and its transient operations.
Having then showed you where it is, that we have the Word of God, even in the Books of sacred Scriptures. I shall proceed to describe this Word unto you, in its inherent Attributes, and its Transient operations.
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The Service, then, of God in the Old Testament, that of the first Tabernacle and worldly Sanctuary (NONLATINALPHABET, the Sanctuary earthly and material) this did stand in meats and drinks, and divers washings, and carnal Ordinances, imposed NONLATINALPHABET laid as a burden upon the Jews, till the times of the New Testament, the time of Reformation, the coming of the Messiah; who should reform the Ecclesiastical state, by abolishing what was earthly and carnal,
The Service, then, of God in the Old Testament, that of the First Tabernacle and worldly Sanctuary (, the Sanctuary earthly and material) this did stand in Meats and drinks, and diverse washings, and carnal Ordinances, imposed laid as a burden upon the jews, till the times of the New Testament, the time of Reformation, the coming of the Messiah; who should reform the Ecclesiastical state, by abolishing what was earthly and carnal,
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he hath declared, yea, NONLATINALPHABET, he hath by divine Revelation expounded the Mysteries of the Godhead, in his Communications of Grace unto his Church.
he hath declared, yea,, he hath by divine Revelation expounded the Mysteres of the Godhead, in his Communications of Grace unto his Church.
The Books of the Old Testament we receive transmitted to us from the Jews, by an especial providence and divine appointment made faithful Registers and Bibliothists to the Christian Church,
The Books of the Old Testament we receive transmitted to us from the jews, by an especial providence and divine appointment made faithful Registers and Bibliothists to the Christian Church,
but, how to worship this Deity, in a beauty of Holiness, and so enjoy him in a communion of love, must needs be the dictate of a supernatural Revelation, especially and eminently called the Word of God. Which Word of God, the word of life and grace, hath been delivered to the Church, by the mouth of Moses and the Prophets, of Christ and his Apostles; registred and recorded in the several Books of the sacred Scriptures, both of the Old Testament and of the New.
but, how to worship this Deity, in a beauty of Holiness, and so enjoy him in a communion of love, must needs be the dictate of a supernatural Revelation, especially and eminently called the Word of God. Which Word of God, the word of life and grace, hath been Delivered to the Church, by the Mouth of Moses and the prophets, of christ and his Apostles; registered and recorded in the several Books of the sacred Scriptures, both of the Old Testament and of the New.
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True it is then that a natural knowledge will serve us to understand the Creatures Dialect, which loudly and plainly speaks the presence and power of a Deity;
True it is then that a natural knowledge will serve us to understand the Creatures Dialect, which loudly and plainly speaks the presence and power of a Deity;
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and therefore, that NONLATINALPHABET, that, which may be known of God in the visible things of the world, it is not his infinite grace and love as a Redeemer,
and Therefore, that, that, which may be known of God in the visible things of the world, it is not his infinite grace and love as a Redeemer,
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Secondly, The means of communicating this object and preaching this Word, the Ministry of the Church, by which we are taught, whatsoever Christ hath commanded.
Secondly, The means of communicating this Object and preaching this Word, the Ministry of the Church, by which we Are taught, whatsoever christ hath commanded.
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we proceed to the latter part, the NONLATINALPHABET, our tutoring and training up by Doctrine, which doctrine is prescribed as to the extent of its object, to be NONLATINALPHABET all things whatsoever Christ hath commanded.
we proceed to the latter part, the, our tutoring and training up by Doctrine, which Doctrine is prescribed as to the extent of its Object, to be all things whatsoever christ hath commanded.
Both which are established by Christ, in the Commission and Instruction he here gives his Apostles, Go ye, disciple all Nations — teaching them to observe whatsoever I have commanded you.
Both which Are established by christ, in the Commission and Instruction he Here gives his Apostles, Go you, disciple all nations — teaching them to observe whatsoever I have commanded you.
In this we agree, That God is our rest, that happiness is our end; yea, that truth is the way, and Christ is the Truth: Yet when we come to the profession of the Truth,
In this we agree, That God is our rest, that happiness is our end; yea, that truth is the Way, and christ is the Truth: Yet when we come to the profession of the Truth,
But now, what is the way which leads to his rest? what the path of truth which conducts us safe to the Lord of Life? whilst we all stand under one starry roof as Men, as Christians;
But now, what is the Way which leads to his rest? what the path of truth which conducts us safe to the Lord of Life? while we all stand under one starry roof as Men, as Christians;
And, in doing this, the Faithful of Christs Church, they shall according to St. Pauls precept, NONLATINALPHABET, walk orderly by one and the same rule, and so preserve the unity and peace of the Church, in being of one and the same minde.
And, in doing this, the Faithful of Christ Church, they shall according to Saint Paul's precept,, walk orderly by one and the same Rule, and so preserve the unity and peace of the Church, in being of one and the same mind.
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As that stone, which holds not proportion with the rest of the building, is either fitted or rejected by the Architect; so, that interpretation of Scripture which holds not Analogy with the received Doctrines of Faith, it must be either amended,
As that stone, which holds not proportion with the rest of the building, is either fitted or rejected by the Architect; so, that Interpretation of Scripture which holds not Analogy with the received Doctrines of Faith, it must be either amended,
A sum whereof we have in our publick Confessions of Faith, the Decalogue, the Lords Prayer, and the Doctrine of the Sacraments; seeing then it is the Scripture phrase, to be built up in our holy Faith:
A sum whereof we have in our public Confessions of Faith, the Decalogue, the lords Prayer, and the Doctrine of the Sacraments; seeing then it is the Scripture phrase, to be built up in our holy Faith:
yea, a power rectifying and raising the minde to a capacity of supernatural light, otherwise the Mysteries of Grace to the Natural man, will be as the varieties of colours to the blinde;
yea, a power rectifying and raising the mind to a capacity of supernatural Light, otherwise the Mysteres of Grace to the Natural man, will be as the varieties of colours to the blind;
And upon this, the Spirit of Truth comes in with Conviction to the Conscience, perswading the Soul to this assent of Faith, that they are the Word of God.
And upon this, the Spirit of Truth comes in with Conviction to the Conscience, persuading the Soul to this assent of Faith, that they Are the Word of God.
the Church hath her arma praelusoria, her preparatory Arguments of Right Reason, to fit the minde for a candid reception and diligent examination of the Scriptures:
the Church hath her arma praelusoria, her preparatory Arguments of Right Reason, to fit the mind for a candid reception and diligent examination of the Scriptures:
and St. Pauls NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET, demonstration and manifestation of the Spirit, is a work transcending the skill, a wonder surpassing the discovery of natural men;
and Saint Paul's and, demonstration and manifestation of the Spirit, is a work transcending the skill, a wonder surpassing the discovery of natural men;
in a word, the faithful depositary of Gods Word, is to be found in Sion, the City of the living God, the Church of Jesus Christ. And thus the Church does not give Authority to the Scriptures,
in a word, the faithful depositary of God's Word, is to be found in Sion, the city of the living God, the Church of jesus christ. And thus the Church does not give authority to the Scriptures,
in that, as the Edicts of Kings are fastned unto Pillars, so the Word of Truth, the Gospel of Christ is committed unto the Church, to be held forth in its genuine sense,
in that, as the Edicts of Kings Are fastened unto Pillars, so the Word of Truth, the Gospel of christ is committed unto the Church, to be held forth in its genuine sense,
let us ask the question of the Apostles, of the Prophets, of Christ? What shall I say more? Let us ask the Father, whose honor they say (being Arians ) they contend for.
let us ask the question of the Apostles, of the prophets, of christ? What shall I say more? Let us ask the Father, whose honour they say (being Arians) they contend for.
Scripturas interrogemus, in terrogemus Apostolos, interrogemus Prophetas, interrogemus Christum, quod multum? Patrem interrogemus, cujus honori studere se dicunt.
Scripturas Interrogate, in terrogemus Apostles, Interrogate Prophets, Interrogate Christ, quod multum? Patrem Interrogate, cujus honori studere se dicunt.
she gives due honor to the Catholick Church, but cheif honor to the sacred Scriptures; whereas the Romanist exalting the Churches dignity, debaseth the Scriptures Authority;
she gives due honour to the Catholic Church, but chief honour to the sacred Scriptures; whereas the Romanist exalting the Churches dignity, debaseth the Scriptures authority;
is such a person, however he may pretend to the Spirit, is such a person, think you, fit to be an Interpreter of the Word? Wherefore, to interpret Scriptures by the Spirit, not being qualified,
is such a person, however he may pretend to the Spirit, is such a person, think you, fit to be an Interpreter of the Word? Wherefore, to interpret Scriptures by the Spirit, not being qualified,
as to the use of means, for right Interpretation, it is certainly, most certainly, plain Enthusiasm, A phanatick presumption, the greatest evidence of the Spirit of Error, being so opposit, in act and operation, to the order and method of the Spirit of Truth.
as to the use of means, for right Interpretation, it is Certainly, most Certainly, plain Enthusiasm, A fanatic presumption, the greatest evidence of the Spirit of Error, being so opposite, in act and operation, to the order and method of the Spirit of Truth.
But here the Enthusiast, to prove his interpeting Scripture by the Spirit to be lawful and right, he urgeth that of St. Paul, as his Herculean Argument, That the Spiritual man NONLATINALPHABET intelligit ac discernit (as Beza renders it) he understands and discerns:
But Here the Enthusiast, to prove his interpeting Scripture by the Spirit to be lawful and right, he urges that of Saint Paul, as his Herculean Argument, That the Spiritual man intelligit ac discernit (as Beza renders it) he understands and discerns:
Now then observe, If the Spiritual man will interpret Scripture by the Spirit, he must remember, That his spirit must be subject to the Prophets, submit unto the Judgment of the Church, in those holy Interpreters which have gone before him,
Now then observe, If the Spiritual man will interpret Scripture by the Spirit, he must Remember, That his Spirit must be Subject to the prophets, submit unto the Judgement of the Church, in those holy Interpreters which have gone before him,
Otherwise, he is not spiritual, but carnal, carnally puft up with the pride of his own spirit, which he blasphemously calls the Motion of Gods Spirit. Thus then to interpret Scripture by the Spirit, according to St. Pauls direction taking the Church for our Guide, holy Expositors for our Instruction, there can be no just quarrel at our Interpretation:
Otherwise, he is not spiritual, but carnal, carnally puffed up with the pride of his own Spirit, which he blasphemously calls the Motion of God's Spirit. Thus then to interpret Scripture by the Spirit, according to Saint Paul's direction taking the Church for our Guide, holy Expositors for our Instruction, there can be no just quarrel At our Interpretation:
the Word of God, and the Ministry of the Church; for so is the Instruction of our Saviour, in his Commission to his Apostles, Go ye, disciple all Nations — Teaching them to observe whatsoever I have commanded you.
the Word of God, and the Ministry of the Church; for so is the Instruction of our Saviour, in his Commission to his Apostles, Go you, disciple all nations — Teaching them to observe whatsoever I have commanded you.
1. By vertue of our Ministerial charge, we do here, in foro Conscientiae, in the Court of Conscience, arraign and condemn the Heresies and Schisms of our present times, of that so horrid (though so common) sin of Scripture-Sacriledge; men surreptitiously stealing away the true meaning,
1. By virtue of our Ministerial charge, we do Here, in foro Conscientiae, in the Court of Conscience, arraign and condemn the Heresies and Schisms of our present times, of that so horrid (though so Common) since of Scripture-Sacriledge; men surreptitiously stealing away the true meaning,
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thereby making the Delphick Oracle NONLATINALPHABET, the sacred Scriptures, I mean, to speak that sense, which the Spirit of Error hath imposed, not the Spirit of Truth revealed.
thereby making the Delphic Oracle, the sacred Scriptures, I mean, to speak that sense, which the Spirit of Error hath imposed, not the Spirit of Truth revealed.
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let them see the guilt of their sin, in the horror of its punishment denounced by St. John, saying, I testifie unto everyman that heareth the words of the Prophecy of this Book;
let them see the guilt of their since, in the horror of its punishment denounced by Saint John, saying, I testify unto everyman that hears the words of the Prophecy of this Book;
and declared Authentick, No man disannulleth, or addeth thereto: No man disannulleth or addeth, that is, No man ought to disannul or adde, under peril of hainous impiety, and shameful punishment.
and declared Authentic, No man disannulleth, or adds thereto: No man disannulleth or adds, that is, No man ought to disannul or add, under peril of heinous impiety, and shameful punishment.
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And let not any think, St. John seals up onely the Book of Revelations; but that, guided by the Spirit of Truth, he seals up the whole Books of the New Testament, with that dreadful Commination, against all Violators of the sacred Scriptures:
And let not any think, Saint John Seals up only the Book of Revelations; but that, guided by the Spirit of Truth, he Seals up the Whole Books of the New Testament, with that dreadful Commination, against all Violators of the sacred Scriptures:
And this, whether it be in the Letter, or the Sense of Christs holy Word; for, that of Tertullian is most firmly true, Tantum veritati obstrepit adulter sensus, quantum & corruptor stilus;
And this, whither it be in the letter, or the Sense of Christ holy Word; for, that of Tertullian is most firmly true, Tantum Veritati obstrepit adulter sensus, quantum & corruptor stilus;
And therefore Valentinus, and so the Heresies of our times, do as much damage to the Scriptures verity, in misinterpreting the Sense, though they spare the Letter;
And Therefore Valentinus, and so the Heresies of our times, do as much damage to the Scriptures verity, in Misinterpreting the Sense, though they spare the letter;
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Hear then and tremble, O ye seduced Souls! who through some carnal prejudice, and temporal interest, involve your selves in this so horrid sin of Scripture-Sacriledge;
Hear then and tremble, Oh you seduced Souls! who through Some carnal prejudice, and temporal Interest, involve your selves in this so horrid since of Scripture-Sacriledge;
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2. Observe (Beloved) these two sure Rules of Instruction and Exhortation. 1. Keep close to the Doctrine of the Scriptures. 2. Hold fast to the Judgment of the Church.
2. Observe (beloved) these two sure Rules of Instruction and Exhortation. 1. Keep close to the Doctrine of the Scriptures. 2. Hold fast to the Judgement of the Church.
Keep close to the doctrine of the Scriptures, that will keep you from the seductions of the Romanist: Hold fast to the Judgment of the Church, that will preserve you from the Errors of the Separatist. For so hath God been pleased, to make the Militant State of our Mother, the Church of England, to be betwixt the eager opposition of two enraged Enemies, the Church of Rome, and the Brethren of the Separation; against whom, she thus makes good the combate, from the Authority of the sacred Scriptures,
Keep close to the Doctrine of the Scriptures, that will keep you from the seductions of the Romanist: Hold fast to the Judgement of the Church, that will preserve you from the Errors of the Separatist. For so hath God been pleased, to make the Militant State of our Mother, the Church of England, to be betwixt the eager opposition of two enraged Enemies, the Church of Rome, and the Brothers of the Separation; against whom, she thus makes good the combat, from the authority of the sacred Scriptures,
Again, Urging the Judgment of the Church, the Separatist staggers at that blow, and would soon fall to the ground, were it not some hold he catcheth, by wresting the Scriptures.
Again, Urging the Judgement of the Church, the Separatist staggers At that blow, and would soon fallen to the ground, were it not Some hold he Catches, by wresting the Scriptures.
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To close then, That ye may continue firm and sound in the Faith, be careful that in the Epidemical distempers of the times, ye change not the dyet of your Souls,
To close then, That you may continue firm and found in the Faith, be careful that in the Epidemical distempers of the times, you change not the diet of your Souls,
and Government, which is contained in the Publick Liturgy, in the Thirty nine Articles, the Books of Homilies and Ordination; all consenting with the Word of God, and Truth of Christ.
and Government, which is contained in the Public Liturgy, in the Thirty nine Articles, the Books of Homilies and Ordination; all consenting with the Word of God, and Truth of christ.
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Confess we with the mouth, and with the hand, in our words, and in our works, This is the best Harmony of Confessions. And thus, Confess we Christ before men,
Confess we with the Mouth, and with the hand, in our words, and in our works, This is the best Harmony of Confessions. And thus, Confess we christ before men,
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Thus have we done with the Explication, and the Application, of what concerns the Mission and Commission, together with the several Instructions given by our Saviour to his Apostles, in his NONLATINALPHABET, Go ye, Disciple all Nations, Baptising them in the Name of the Father,
Thus have we done with the Explication, and the Application, of what concerns the Mission and Commission, together with the several Instructions given by our Saviour to his Apostles, in his, Go you, Disciple all nations, Baptizing them in the Name of the Father,
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for the true Interpretation of Scripture, observe, We admit the Judgment of the Church as a Trusty Guide, and the Opinion of the Learned as a Rational Argument; but we approve the Scripture it self as an Infallible Rule; clearing those Texts which are dark and doubtful, by those places which are more plain & evident;
for the true Interpretation of Scripture, observe, We admit the Judgement of the Church as a Trusty Guide, and the Opinion of the Learned as a Rational Argument; but we approve the Scripture it self as an Infallible Rule; clearing those Texts which Are dark and doubtful, by those places which Are more plain & evident;
No more, then we like that factious frenzy, that every man should think himself more then Doctor of the Chair, to interpret Scripture by his private Spirit. Wherefore,
No more, then we like that factious frenzy, that every man should think himself more then Doctor of the Chair, to interpret Scripture by his private Spirit. Wherefore,
From this evil principle it is, that, as Hilary complained of, of old; Annuas atque menstuas fides habemus, Every year, every moneth produceth some new Doctrine of Faith.
From this evil principle it is, that, as Hilary complained of, of old; Years atque menstuas fides habemus, Every year, every Monn Produceth Some new Doctrine of Faith.
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And upon this firm ground, upon this sure basis are fixt those Ecclesiastical Laws and Ceremonies of our Church, which have been so loudly decryed, and so hotly pursued.
And upon this firm ground, upon this sure basis Are fixed those Ecclesiastical Laws and Ceremonies of our Church, which have been so loudly decried, and so hotly pursued.
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nor any way opposit to the Word, or inconsistent with it, those things we acknowledge left to the prudence of Governors, for the preservation of order and unity in the Church;
nor any Way opposite to the Word, or inconsistent with it, those things we acknowledge left to the prudence of Governors, for the preservation of order and unity in the Church;
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neither the doctrine, nor the belief of Supernatural Revelation: Which Revelation we acknowledge perfect, in order to eternal life, in the sacred Scriptures.
neither the Doctrine, nor the belief of Supernatural Revelation: Which Revelation we acknowledge perfect, in order to Eternal life, in the sacred Scriptures.
For, what St. Paul means by Faith, we see plainly from the context, is neither fides quae creditur, nor fides quá credimus; neither the object, nor the act;
For, what Saint Paul means by Faith, we see plainly from the context, is neither fides Quae creditur, nor fides quá Credimus; neither the Object, nor the act;
Some actions are within the bounds of nature, as we are Creatures, for these we have a Law natural; some are within the limits of Reason, as we are men,
some actions Are within the bounds of nature, as we Are Creatures, for these we have a Law natural; Some Are within the Limits of Reason, as we Are men,
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but in subordination, the lower to the higher, and all to him, the supream Lawgiver. So that, to measure all mens actions by one kinde of Law, were to confound that sacred Order of divine Providence, in which his Government of the World is so eminently glorious.
but in subordination, the lower to the higher, and all to him, the supreme Lawgiver. So that, to measure all men's actions by one kind of Law, were to confound that sacred Order of divine Providence, in which his Government of the World is so eminently glorious.
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Thus, having discovered to you the dangerous falshood, and evil consequents of this Vulgar Error, That the sacred Scriptures are the onely rule of all our actions;
Thus, having discovered to you the dangerous falsehood, and evil consequents of this vulgar Error, That the sacred Scriptures Are the only Rule of all our actions;
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and sure we are, according to that maxim of antient and known experience, Qui nescit servire, nescit imperare, He that knows not how to serve, knows not how to govern;
and sure we Are, according to that maxim of ancient and known experience, Qui nescit Serve, nescit Imperare, He that knows not how to serve, knows not how to govern;
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As for these kinde of men, who will not obey Magistrates (forsooth) but in a Gospel-way, upon a Scripture proof for every Law, I call the whole World to witness,
As for these kind of men, who will not obey Magistrates (forsooth) but in a Gospel way, upon a Scripture proof for every Law, I call the Whole World to witness,
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This opinion is that which will break the bonds of all subjection, and temporal obedience, both of children to Parents, of servants to Masters, and of subjects to Soveraigns;
This opinion is that which will break the bonds of all subjection, and temporal Obedience, both of children to Parents, of Servants to Masters, and of subject's to Sovereigns;
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Who cannot in his ordinary affairs of life, be quieted in his Conscience, in the resolution of things lawful and expedient, without Scripture proofs to determine it.
Who cannot in his ordinary affairs of life, be quieted in his Conscience, in the resolution of things lawful and expedient, without Scripture proofs to determine it.
Authores ejusdem opinionis Cathelici, consectato•es vero haeretici judicantur, •hsolvuntur Magistri condemnantur discipali. Vincent. Lyrin. Adv. Haeres. l. 11. Correcturus erat sententiam suam, tanto excel lenitor quanto humilior. Aug de Bapt. l. 2. c. 4.
Authores ejusdem opinionis Cathelici, consectato•es vero haeretici judicantur, •hsolvuntur Magistri condemnantur discipali. Vincent. Lyrin. Advantage Haeres. l. 11. Correcturus erat sententiam suam, tanto excel lenitor quanto humilior. Aug de Bapt l. 2. c. 4.
Sicut constantia non sinit hominem depravari, sic pertinacia non sinit corrigi. Aug. ep. 110. Quando animositatem illam viceris qua teneris, veritatem tenere poteris qua vinceris. Aug. l. 6. c. ult.
Sicut constantia non sinit hominem depravari, sic Pertinacia non sinit corrigi. Aug. Epistle. 110. Quando animositatem Illam viceris qua teneris, veritatem tenere poteris qua vinceris. Aug. l. 6. c. ult.
Ʋt per hoc quo• quidam nequitèr vivunt, & illud pe••ant quod salubriter credunt. Greg. Moral. l. 25. c. 10. 1 Tim. 1 19. Rom. 1.28. Aug. de N•t. & grat. c. 67.
Ʋt per hoc quo• quidam nequitèr Vivunt, & illud pe••ant quod salubriter credunt. Greg. Moral. l. 25. c. 10. 1 Tim. 1 19. Rom. 1.28. Aug. de N•t. & great. c. 67.
Ad ruinas solummodo humiles & blandi & submissi agunt; caeterùm nec suis praesidihus reverentiam noverunt Tert. de Praescript. c. 42. Tert. de Praescript. c 42.
Ad ruinas solummodo Humiles & Blandi & submissi Agunt; caeterùm nec suis praesidihus reverentiam noverunt Tert de Prescript. c. 42. Tert de Prescript. c 42.
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Chrys Proaem. C•m. in Ep. ad Rom. Dam Scripturae bonae intelliguntur non bene & quod in eis non bene intelligitur etiam temerè & audacter asseritur. Aug. Tract 18. in Joan. Id. Aug.
Chrys Proem. C•m. in Epistle ad Rom. Dam Scriptures bonae intelliguntur non bene & quod in eis non bene intelligitur etiam temerè & Audacitèr asseritur. Aug. Tract 18. in Joan. Id. Aug.
