XVIII sermons on the second chapter of the 2d Epistle to the Thessalonians containing the description, rise, growth, and fall of Antichrist : with divers cautions and arguments to establish Christians against the apostacy of the Church of Rome : very necessary for these times / by that late reverend and learned divine, Thomas Manton ...
2. The matter, an Error had crept in among the Thessalonians, concerning the speedy and immediate coming of Christ to Judgment, while they were yet alive;
2. The matter, an Error had crept in among the Thessalonians, Concerning the speedy and immediate coming of christ to Judgement, while they were yet alive;
First, The manner of obtestation falleth first under our consideration, in which two things are mentioned. 1. The coming of Christ. 2. Their gathering together unto him.
First, The manner of obtestation falls First under our consideration, in which two things Are mentioned. 1. The coming of christ. 2. Their gathering together unto him.
Now these two things are mentioned, 1. As weighty, 2 Tim. 4.1. I charge thee before God, and the Lord Iesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead, at his appearance and his Kingdom.
Now these two things Are mentioned, 1. As weighty, 2 Tim. 4.1. I charge thee before God, and the Lord Iesus christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead, At his appearance and his Kingdom.
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but the thing is taken for granted, as an unquestionable truth, and the support of all their hopes, 2 Thess. 1.10. When he shall come to be glorified in his Saints, and admired in all them that believe.
but the thing is taken for granted, as an unquestionable truth, and the support of all their hope's, 2 Thess 1.10. When he shall come to be glorified in his Saints, and admired in all them that believe.
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3. This was a famous Christian Doctrine, with which the Apostles usually began, in planting Religion in any place, 1 Thess. 5.1, 2, 3. But of the times and the seasons ye have no reason that I write unto you,
3. This was a famous Christian Doctrine, with which the Apostles usually began, in planting Religion in any place, 1 Thess 5.1, 2, 3. But of the times and the seasons you have no reason that I write unto you,
for ye your selves know perfectly, that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night, &c. 4. It was of precious account with them, 2 Tim. 4.8.
for you your selves know perfectly, that the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night, etc. 4. It was of precious account with them, 2 Tim. 4.8.
David often mentioneth it as a thing delighted in by Believers; therefore in a Poetical, or rather Prophetical strain, he calleth upon the Heavens, Ear•h, Sea, and Fields, to rejoice;
David often mentioneth it as a thing delighted in by Believers; Therefore in a Poetical, or rather Prophetical strain, he calls upon the Heavens, Ear•h, Sea, and Fields, to rejoice;
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before the Lord, for he cometh, for h• cometh to judge the Earth; he shall judge the World with Righteousness, and the people with his truth, Psal. 96.13. and again, Psal. 98.10. He calleth upon the Creatures to rejoice;
before the Lord, for he comes, for h• comes to judge the Earth; he shall judge the World with Righteousness, and the people with his truth, Psalm 96.13. and again, Psalm 98.10. He calls upon the Creatures to rejoice;
but those, the interest of whose Lusts ingaged them to question it, 2 Pet. 3.3, 4, 5. Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days, scoffers, walking after their own lusts,
but those, the Interest of whose Lustiest engaged them to question it, 2 Pet. 3.3, 4, 5. Knowing this First, that there shall come in the last days, scoffers, walking After their own Lustiest,
and saying, Where is the promise of his coming? For since the Fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the Creation.
and saying, Where is the promise of his coming? For since the Father's fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the Creation.
their interest puts them upon it, rather than their Conscience, because this Doctrine filleth them with unquiet thoughts, that they cannot so securely follow their sinful practices, till they blot out the fear of it,
their Interest puts them upon it, rather than their Conscience, Because this Doctrine fills them with unquiet thoughts, that they cannot so securely follow their sinful practices, till they blot out the Fear of it,
but all that obey the teachings of grace (take it for objective or subjective grace) they firmly believe it, Tit. 2.11, 12, 13. For the grace of God, that bringeth Salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us that denying ungodl•ness,
but all that obey the teachings of grace (take it for objective or subjective grace) they firmly believe it, Tit. 2.11, 12, 13. For the grace of God, that brings Salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us that denying ungodl•ness,
and on the other side, Godliness and Mortification standeth upon such evident reason, as mans unquestionable duty, that it needeth not to be maintained by a lie and manifest falshood:
and on the other side, Godliness and Mortification Stands upon such evident reason, as men unquestionable duty, that it needs not to be maintained by a lie and manifest falsehood:
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As the calamities of the good, 2 Thess. 1.4, 5. So that we glory in you for your Faith and Patience in all your Persecutions and tribulations, that you endure, which is a manifest token of the righteous Iudgment of God ;
As the calamities of the good, 2 Thess 1.4, 5. So that we glory in you for your Faith and Patience in all your Persecutions and tribulations, that you endure, which is a manifest token of the righteous Judgement of God;
or Vertue? If meer carnal Interest, what a confusion would there be of all things? Then men might commit all Villany, take away mens lives and goods,
or Virtue? If mere carnal Interest, what a confusion would there be of all things? Then men might commit all Villainy, take away men's lives and goods,
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the Canticles and Revelations. The Book of Canticles is ended with this desire, vote and wish, Cant. 8.14. Make haste my beloved, and be like a young Hart or Roe upon the Mountains of Spices ;
the Canticles and Revelations. The Book of Canticles is ended with this desire, vote and wish, Cant 8.14. Make haste my Beloved, and be like a young Heart or Roe upon the Mountains of Spices;
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but the Spouse would have all things hastened, that he might return; he cannot come soon enough to set the World to rights, and compleat their Happiness;
but the Spouse would have all things hastened, that he might return; he cannot come soon enough to Set the World to rights, and complete their Happiness;
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if he will grant this, all complaints, and sorrow, and sighing, will be no more. Now I shall give you Reasons, why this is desired by all true Christians.
if he will grant this, all complaints, and sorrow, and sighing, will be no more. Now I shall give you Reasons, why this is desired by all true Christians.
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all that believed any thing of Christ, desired to see him; those that lived before his coming in the flesh, Jo•n 8.56. Your Father Abraham rejoiced to see my day, and he saw it, and was glad ;
all that believed any thing of christ, desired to see him; those that lived before his coming in the Flesh, Jo•n 8.56. Your Father Abraham rejoiced to see my day, and he saw it, and was glad;
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and the truth of his Promises, when his most faithful Servants are under disgrace: Christ is a glorious King, but little of his Glory is seen in the World;
and the truth of his Promises, when his most faithful Servants Are under disgrace: christ is a glorious King, but little of his Glory is seen in the World;
Well then, though guilty Sinners would have Christ stay away still, and if it might go by Voices, the Carnal World would never give their Voice this way, Even so, come Lord Iesus, come quickly ;
Well then, though guilty Sinners would have christ stay away still, and if it might go by Voices, the Carnal World would never give their Voice this Way, Even so, come Lord Iesus, come quickly;
2. Hope, which is Faiths Handmaid, it looketh for that which we do believe, it is the immediate effect of the new Creature, 1 Pet. 1.3. Begotten to a lively hope ;
2. Hope, which is Faiths Handmaid, it looks for that which we do believe, it is the immediate Effect of the new Creature, 1 Pet. 1.3. Begotten to a lively hope;
earnest now, but then the full sum; It is our Pay-day, yea rather it is our Crowning day, 2 Tim. 4.8. Henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which God the righteous Iudge will give me in that day: 1 Pet. 5.4. When the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a Crown of glory, which fadeth not away ;
earnest now, but then the full sum; It is our Payday, yea rather it is our Crowning day, 2 Tim. 4.8. Henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which God the righteous Judge will give me in that day: 1 Pet. 5.4. When the chief Shepherd shall appear, you shall receive a Crown of glory, which fades not away;
1. The meanest Saint hath some inclination this way; it was one of the points of the Apostolical Catechism, Heb. 6.2. The Doctrine of Resurrection from the dead, and of eternal Iudgment:
1. The Meanest Saint hath Some inclination this Way; it was one of the points of the Apostolical Catechism, Hebrew 6.2. The Doctrine of Resurrection from the dead, and of Eternal Judgement:
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and the Apostolical Catechism was for the initiating, or en•ring of Christians into the Faith and Profession of the Gospel, when they laid the foundation;
and the Apostolical Catechism was for the initiating, or en•ring of Christians into the Faith and Profession of the Gospel, when they laid the Foundation;
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they were to be affected with what they did believe, Sapida scientia, was the qualification, and not with trembling only, for that would deter them from Christianity;
they were to be affected with what they did believe, Sapida scientia, was the qualification, and not with trembling only, for that would deter them from Christianity;
but with rejoicing of hope, which did invite them to the practice of it, Heb. 3.6. Whose house are we if we hold fast the confidence and rejoicing of hope firm unto the end ;
but with rejoicing of hope, which did invite them to the practice of it, Hebrew 3.6. Whose house Are we if we hold fast the confidence and rejoicing of hope firm unto the end;
there is a degree of bondage, that hindereth much of our confidence and boldness, 1 John 2.17, 18. Herein is our love made perfect, th•t we may have boldness in the day of Iudgmen•;
there is a degree of bondage, that hindereth much of our confidence and boldness, 1 John 2.17, 18. Herein is our love made perfect, th•t we may have boldness in the day of Iudgmen•;
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The day of Judgment may be considered in esse rei, or in esse cogni•o, the success of the day it self, that we may stand before Christ in the Judgment,
The day of Judgement may be considered in esse rei, or in esse cogni•o, the success of the day it self, that we may stand before christ in the Judgement,
and to stand before the Son of man. Yea to diligence, that you may clear up your title and interest, Heb. 9.28. And to them that look for him shall he appear the second time, without sin unto Salvation: 2 Pet. 3.12. Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for these things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot and blameless.
and to stand before the Son of man. Yea to diligence, that you may clear up your title and Interest, Hebrew 9.28. And to them that look for him shall he appear the second time, without since unto Salvation: 2 Pet. 3.12. Wherefore, Beloved, seeing that you look for these things, be diligent that you may be found of him in peace, without spot and blameless.
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And not only all Nations, but all Persons, 2 Cor. 5.10. We must all (collectivè) appear before the Iudgment-seat of Christ, that every one (distributivè) may receive according to the things done in his body, &c. All that have lived from the beginning of the World unto that day, shall without exception of any one single person, from the least unto the greatest, appear before the Tribunal of Christ;
And not only all nations, but all Persons, 2 Cor. 5.10. We must all (collectivè) appear before the Judgment seat of christ, that every one (distributivè) may receive according to the things done in his body, etc. All that have lived from the beginning of the World unto that day, shall without exception of any one single person, from the least unto the greatest, appear before the Tribunal of christ;
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I mean Infants who die before they are in an ordinary way capable of the Doctrine of Life (the Scriptures are written for grown persons, the Case of Infants is more obscure,) those of them who are born within the Church, God is their God; Gen. 17.7.
I mean Infants who die before they Are in an ordinary Way capable of the Doctrine of Life (the Scriptures Are written for grown Persons, the Case of Infants is more Obscure,) those of them who Are born within the Church, God is their God; Gen. 17.7.
only the one come to the Judgment of Condemnation, the other to the Judgment of Absolution, John 5.28, 29. Those that have done good, to the resurrection of life,
only the one come to the Judgement of Condemnation, the other to the Judgement of Absolution, John 5.28, 29. Those that have done good, to the resurrection of life,
he speaketh with respect to the execution of the Apostolical Office: Ordinary Ministers, Heb. 13.17. They watch for your souls, as those that must give an account:
he speaks with respect to the execution of the Apostolical Office: Ordinary Ministers, Hebrew 13.17. They watch for your Souls, as those that must give an account:
If Souls miscarry through their negligence, they are answerable to God for it: Ordinary Christians, Rom. 14.12. Every one must give an account of himself to God.
If Souls miscarry through their negligence, they Are answerable to God for it: Ordinary Christians, Rom. 14.12. Every one must give an account of himself to God.
the rufling men of the World shall then be afraid, and call upon the Mountains to cover them from the wrath of him that sitteth upon the Throne, Rev. 6.16. The poor are not forgotten, they are Gods Creatures, and must undergo his Judgment.
the ruffling men of the World shall then be afraid, and call upon the Mountains to cover them from the wrath of him that Sitteth upon the Throne, Rev. 6.16. The poor Are not forgotten, they Are God's Creatures, and must undergo his Judgement.
Thus shall all people that live scattered up and down in the World, how much soever they differ from one another in Rites, Tongues, Customs of living, be brought together in one place. 2. There is a Segregation:
Thus shall all people that live scattered up and down in the World, how much soever they differ from one Another in Rites, Tongues, Customs of living, be brought together in one place. 2. There is a Segregation:
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but no pure Company, till the great Shepherd will judge between Cattle and Cattle, Ezek. 34.17. He will gather his Saints together, Psal. 50.5. Psal. 1.5. The ungodly shall not stand in the Iudgment, nor Sinners in the Congregation of the righteous. So Mat. 13.44. At the end of the World the Angels shall come, and sever the wicked from among the just. 3. An Aggregation;
but no pure Company, till the great Shepherd will judge between Cattle and Cattle, Ezekiel 34.17. He will gather his Saints together, Psalm 50.5. Psalm 1.5. The ungodly shall not stand in the Judgement, nor Sinners in the Congregation of the righteous. So Mathew 13.44. At the end of the World the Angels shall come, and sever the wicked from among the just. 3. an Aggregation;
1. To make up the number of Christs Train and Attendants, to wait on him, Iude 14. NONLATINALPHABET, with his holy ten thousands ; Zech. 14.5. And the Lord my God shall come, and all the Saints with him ; 1 Thes. 4.17. The dead in Christ shall rise first, and we which are alive shall be caught up together in the Clouds with them, to meet the Lord in the air.
1. To make up the number of Christ Train and Attendants, to wait on him, Iude 14., with his holy ten thousands; Zechariah 14.5. And the Lord my God shall come, and all the Saints with him; 1 Thebes 4.17. The dead in christ shall rise First, and we which Are alive shall be caught up together in the Clouds with them, to meet the Lord in the air.
2. That after Judgment we may be solemnly presented to God, by head and Poll, we were given to Christ to be preserved unto the Glory we were designed for; John 17.6.
2. That After Judgement we may be solemnly presented to God, by head and Poll, we were given to christ to be preserved unto the Glory we were designed for; John 17.6.
not by way of Alienation, but Oppignoration, recompence, and charge, Christ is to give an account, John 6. 40. And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one which seeth the Son,
not by Way of Alienation, but Oppignoration, recompense, and charge, christ is to give an account, John 6. 40. And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one which sees the Son,
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3. That in one Troop we may be brought into his Heavenly Kingdom; John 14.3. And if I go, and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to my self;
3. That in one Troop we may be brought into his Heavenly Kingdom; John 14.3. And if I go, and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to my self;
and Church of the first-born, which are written in Heaven, &c. NONLATINALPHABET, is a meeting made up of many different Persons, gathered together from several Countries into one body,
and Church of the firstborn, which Are written in Heaven, etc., is a meeting made up of many different Persons, gathered together from several Countries into one body,
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and one place, as the meeting of all sorts of persons, from all the Corners of Greece, to see the Olympick Games, was called the NONLATINALPHABET, People of all Countries came to behold their NONLATINALPHABET;
and one place, as the meeting of all sorts of Persons, from all the Corners of Greece, to see the Olympic Games, was called the, People of all Countries Come to behold their;
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or Rendezvouz of the Saints, so that now it is matter of Faith. 2. See you be of the number, when some are admitted others are thrust out; Luke 13.28.
or Rendezvous of the Saints, so that now it is matter of Faith. 2. See you be of the number, when Some Are admitted Others Are thrust out; Lycia 13.28.
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but Fellow Citizens with the Saints. 3. Let us improve it many ways. 1. To comfort us against the paucity of serious walkers, and real Christians. Alas!
but Fellow Citizens with the Saints. 3. Let us improve it many ways. 1. To Comfort us against the paucity of serious walker's, and real Christians. Alas!
But take all together, they are a general Assembly, that are redeemed out of every Kindred, Tongue, and Nation, Rev. 5.9. Yea, Rev. 7.9. A great multitude, which none can number, of all Kindreds, Tongues, People, and Nations ;
But take all together, they Are a general Assembly, that Are redeemed out of every Kindred, Tongue, and nation, Rev. 5.9. Yea, Rev. 7.9. A great multitude, which none can number, of all Kindreds, Tongues, People, and nations;
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the good and bad are here mixed, they live together in the same Kingdoms, Cities, Societies, Visible Church, Family, Bed, (perhaps) but then a perfect separation, Zach. 14. Last, There shall no more be the Canaanite in the House of the Lord of Hosts : Rev. 21.27. Nothing that defileth shall enter there:
the good and bad Are Here mixed, they live together in the same Kingdoms, Cities, Societies, Visible Church, Family, Bed, (perhaps) but then a perfect separation, Zach 14. Last, There shall no more be the Canaanite in the House of the Lord of Hosts: Rev. 21.27. Nothing that Defileth shall enter there:
they are all gathered together to Christ, and have no signs and badges of distinction, to herd apart. (3.) It's Universal, with all the Saints. (4.) Perpetual, never to part more.
they Are all gathered together to christ, and have no Signs and badges of distinction, to heard apart. (3.) It's Universal, with all the Saints. (4.) Perpetual, never to part more.
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this may be understood, (1.) Either of some passage in the former Epistle, for the Apostle saith there, 1 Thess. 4.17. Then we which are alive and remain, shall be caught up together with them in the Clouds, to meet the Lord in the air ;
this may be understood, (1.) Either of Some passage in the former Epistle, for the Apostle Says there, 1 Thess 4.17. Then we which Are alive and remain, shall be caught up together with them in the Clouds, to meet the Lord in the air;
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I need not write unto them, for your selves know perfectly that the day of the Lord cometh as a thief in the night, &c. Now these warnings they might abuse,
I need not write unto them, for your selves know perfectly that the day of the Lord comes as a thief in the night, etc. Now these Warnings they might abuse,
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i.e. by false glosses and interpretations of Scripture. (2.) Or rather the sence may be, some spurious and counterfeit writings, which was one means of deceit used in the Primitive Times;
i.e. by false Glosses and interpretations of Scripture. (2.) Or rather the sense may be, Some spurious and counterfeit writings, which was one means of deceit used in the Primitive Times;
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Now to obviate this, the Apostle is supposed to insert that passage, Chap. 3.17. The Salutation of Paul with mine own hand, which is the token in every Epistle: so I write.
Now to obviate this, the Apostle is supposed to insert that passage, Chap. 3.17. The Salutation of Paul with mine own hand, which is the token in every Epistle: so I write.
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Yea Paul himself, 1 Cor. 10.11. These are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the World are come ; and Rom. 13.12. The night is far spent, and the day is at hand ;
Yea Paul himself, 1 Cor. 10.11. These Are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the World Are come; and Rom. 13.12. The night is Far spent, and the day is At hand;
where by night is meant the state of Ignorance, Sin, and Paganism before Conversion, and by the day is meant the state of our full Regeneration and Illumination in eternal Glory;
where by night is meant the state of Ignorance, since, and Paganism before Conversion, and by the day is meant the state of our full Regeneration and Illumination in Eternal Glory;
for by these and such like expressions, the Apostle only did intend that the last dispensation was then on foot, no other change of dispensation or worship was to be expected, till the Coming of Christ.
for by these and such like expressions, the Apostle only did intend that the last Dispensation was then on foot, no other change of Dispensation or worship was to be expected, till the Coming of christ.
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as if they were already come. And therein it agrees with the light of Prophecy; look as by the light of Prophecy, Iohn saith, Rev. 20.12. I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God, and the Books were opened, &c. so saith doth in effect see what it believes.
as if they were already come. And therein it agrees with the Light of Prophecy; look as by the Light of Prophecy, John Says, Rev. 20.12. I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God, and the Books were opened, etc. so Says does in Effect see what it believes.
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3. The Apostle might speak so, as comparing time with Eternity, Psal. 90.4. A thousand years in thy sight are but as yesterday, when it is past, and as a Watch in the night. 2 Pet. 3.8. One day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.
3. The Apostle might speak so, as comparing time with Eternity, Psalm 90.4. A thousand Years in thy sighed Are but as yesterday, when it is past, and as a Watch in the night. 2 Pet. 3.8. One day is with the Lord as a thousand Years, and a thousand Years as one day.
and all the tediousness of the present life, is but like one rainy day to an Everlasting Sun-shine, 2 Cor. 4.17. Our light affliction which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding ▪ and eternal weight of glory;
and all the tediousness of the present life, is but like one rainy day to an Everlasting Sunshine, 2 Cor. 4.17. Our Light affliction which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding ▪ and Eternal weight of glory;
Now therefore it concerns the Messengers of God, to bind mens duty upon them, by showing the nearness of it in all the forementioned considerations, that they might be always ready;
Now Therefore it concerns the Messengers of God, to bind men's duty upon them, by showing the nearness of it in all the forementioned considerations, that they might be always ready;
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for so we find our Lord himself pressing it, Luke 12.40. Be ye therefore ready, for the Son cometh at an hour, when ye think not ; Mat. 24.42. Watch therefore, for ye know not what hour your Lord cometh:
for so we find our Lord himself pressing it, Lycia 12.40. Be you Therefore ready, for the Son comes At an hour, when you think not; Mathew 24.42. Watch Therefore, for you know not what hour your Lord comes:
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or supposition, and therefore the Apostle had very good reason to be zealous in the confutation of this Hypothesis of the Seducers, who maintained that Christ would come in that Age.
or supposition, and Therefore the Apostle had very good reason to be zealous in the confutation of this Hypothesis of the Seducers, who maintained that christ would come in that Age.
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1. To inquire after the time, is curiosity: Acts 1.7. It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put into his own power.
1. To inquire After the time, is curiosity: Acts 1.7. It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put into his own power.
4. It shewed a diseased mind, that they were sick of Questions, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Tim. 6.4. Doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, &c. when they had so much wholsome food to feed upon.
4. It showed a diseased mind, that they were sick of Questions, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Tim. 6.4. Doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof comes envy, etc. when they had so much wholesome food to feed upon.
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5. It did but ingender strife among Christians, begat wranglings and disputes in the Church, 1 Tim. 6.4. He is proud knowing nothing, but doting [ or sick ] about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railing, evil surmisings.
5. It did but engender strife among Christians, begat wranglings and disputes in the Church, 1 Tim. 6.4. He is proud knowing nothing, but doting [ or sick ] about questions and strifes of words, whereof comes envy, strife, railing, evil surmisings.
If you will but come under Christs blessed Yoke and Scepter, and that way of Religion he hath recommended to you, you will find an incredible Peace, Joy, and oblectation in your mind.
If you will but come under Christ blessed Yoke and Sceptre, and that Way of Religion he hath recommended to you, you will find an incredible Peace, Joy, and oblectation in your mind.
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1. Let us see how this is pressed. Sometimes it is pressed from the encouragement of your great hope, 1 Cor. 15.58. Be stedfast, and unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord;
1. Let us see how this is pressed. Sometime it is pressed from the encouragement of your great hope, 1 Cor. 15.58. Be steadfast, and Unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord;
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a man is stedfast in himself, setled upon his own foundation; and you are unmoved, when you are strengthned against outward assaults: Acts 20.24. None of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto me, so I might finish my course with joy.
a man is steadfast in himself, settled upon his own Foundation; and you Are unmoved, when you Are strengthened against outward assaults: Acts 20.24. None of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto me, so I might finish my course with joy.
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except he be fortified against all Temptations, that may draw him off from his profession: Such constancy of mind may be well inforced, because of our great hope;
except he be fortified against all Temptations, that may draw him off from his profession: Such constancy of mind may be well enforced, Because of our great hope;
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thus it is pleaded for there. Then the absolute necessity of it is urged at other times, as Col. 1.23. If ye continue in the Faith grounded and setled, and be not moved away from the hope of the Gospel:
thus it is pleaded for there. Then the absolute necessity of it is urged At other times, as Col. 1.23. If you continue in the Faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the Gospel:
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as Vessels without Ballast are tossed with every wave, 2 Pet. 3.16, 17. Beware lest ye also being led away with the errour of the wicked, fall from your own stedfastness ; NONLATINALPHABET, substantial grounds within themselves;
as Vessels without Ballast Are tossed with every wave, 2 Pet. 3.16, 17. Beware lest you also being led away with the error of the wicked, fallen from your own steadfastness;, substantial grounds within themselves;
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light chaff is carried about with every wind, NONLATINALPHABET, Eph. 4.14. That ye henceforth be no more Children tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of Doctrine ;
Light chaff is carried about with every wind,, Ephesians 4.14. That you henceforth be no more Children tossed to and from, and carried about with every wind of Doctrine;
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as well as the mind soundly convinced, Heb. 13.9. Be not carried about with divers and strange Doctrines, for it is a good thing that the heart be established with grace ;
as well as the mind soundly convinced, Hebrew 13.9. Be not carried about with diverse and strange Doctrines, for it is a good thing that the heart be established with grace;
as the Apostle speaketh of a purpose not to marry, 1 Cor. 7.37. He that standeth stedfast in his own heart, &c. So here, Acts 21.13. I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem, for the name of the Lord Iesus Christ:
as the Apostle speaks of a purpose not to marry, 1 Cor. 7.37. He that Stands steadfast in his own heart, etc. So Here, Acts 21.13. I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die At Jerusalem, for the name of the Lord Iesus christ:
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or an House without a Foundation. Now this resolution of the Heart, is by Faith and Love; Faith, Heb. 3.12. Take heed, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief in departing from the living God. Love, 2 Thess. 2.10. They received not the love of the truth that they might be saved, and for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they shall believe a lie.
or an House without a Foundation. Now this resolution of the Heart, is by Faith and Love; Faith, Hebrew 3.12. Take heed, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief in departing from the living God. Love, 2 Thess 2.10. They received not the love of the truth that they might be saved, and for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they shall believe a lie.
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or without much hesitancy and resistance, yields to the temptation. The Scripture often taketh notice of this sudden imbracing of Error, Gal. 1.6. I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another Gospel ;
or without much hesitancy and resistance, yields to the temptation. The Scripture often Takes notice of this sudden embracing of Error, Gal. 1.6. I marvel that you Are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of christ unto Another Gospel;
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credulity is a lightness in believing, when we are like Reeds shaken with every wind, Mat. 11.7. and have a faulty easiness ready to be carried away with every Doctrine, which pretendeth to Truth;
credulity is a lightness in believing, when we Are like Reeds shaken with every wind, Mathew 11.7. and have a faulty easiness ready to be carried away with every Doctrine, which pretendeth to Truth;
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so the wisdom that is from above is gentle, and easy to be intreated, James 3.17 and the Bereans were NONLATINALPHABET, Acts 17.11. They received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the Scriptures whether these things were so or no:
so the Wisdom that is from above is gentle, and easy to be entreated, James 3.17 and the Bereans were, Acts 17.11. They received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the Scriptures whither these things were so or no:
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but a readiness of mind differs from a weakness of mind, or a lightness in believing upon slender and insufficient grounds, they never received the truth with thorough Efficacy, and are prone to Error.
but a readiness of mind differs from a weakness of mind, or a lightness in believing upon slender and insufficient grounds, they never received the truth with thorough Efficacy, and Are prove to Error.
as the Looking-Glass representeth every Face that looketh on it, so they are very changeable and unstable as water, as Zedekiah, Jer. 38.5. The King is not he that can say you nay ;
as the Looking-Glass Representeth every Face that looks on it, so they Are very changeable and unstable as water, as Zedekiah, Jer. 38.5. The King is not he that can say you nay;
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or in some things, yet they are not universally true to his interest, 1 Kings 2.28. Joab turned after Adonijah, though he turned not after Absolom; Hos. 7.8. Ephraim is a Cake not turned.
or in Some things, yet they Are not universally true to his Interest, 1 Kings 2.28. Joab turned After Adonijah, though he turned not After Absalom; Hos. 7.8. Ephraim is a Cake not turned.
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and have not that tranquil•ity of Spirit, which They have, who are fully perswaded in their own mind. Rom. 14.5. Let every man be fully perswaded in his own mind.
and have not that tranquil•ity of Spirit, which They have, who Are Fully persuaded in their own mind. Rom. 14.5. Let every man be Fully persuaded in his own mind.
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All in Asia have turned from me, 2 Tim. 1.15. 4. There is danger to your selves, though the error be not damnable, 1 Cor. 3.13. You have not so full Communion with God.
All in Asia have turned from me, 2 Tim. 1.15. 4. There is danger to your selves, though the error be not damnable, 1 Cor. 3.13. You have not so full Communion with God.
by all which, the Apostle would not have them troubled, and shaken in mind: none of these Engines, which the Seducers used, should draw them from the Truth.
by all which, the Apostle would not have them troubled, and shaken in mind: none of these Engines, which the Seducers used, should draw them from the Truth.
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Doct. That a Christian should be so perswaded in Religion, that neither Spirit, nor Word, nor Writing, should be able to shake or unsettle his mind. I shall shew you,
Doct. That a Christian should be so persuaded in Religion, that neither Spirit, nor Word, nor Writing, should be able to shake or unsettle his mind. I shall show you,
1. For the first, if a Christian would be established and guided aright in the choice of a Religion, he must follow both the light of Nature and Scripture.
1. For the First, if a Christian would be established and guided aright in the choice of a Religion, he must follow both the Light of Nature and Scripture.
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there we are made wise unto Salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15. Thou hast known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto Salvation, and Psalm 119.105. Thy word is a light unto my feet, and a lanthorn to my paths:
there we Are made wise unto Salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15. Thou hast known the holy Scriptures, which Are able to make thee wise unto Salvation, and Psalm 119.105. Thy word is a Light unto my feet, and a lantern to my paths:
or the remedy of our lapsed Estate, which, depending on the sole will, and good pleasure of God, could not be known till it was manifested and revealed by him:
or the remedy of our lapsed Estate, which, depending on the sole will, and good pleasure of God, could not be known till it was manifested and revealed by him:
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when man sat in darkness, and in the shadow of death, it was necessary, that God should some way or other reveal his mind to him by word of mouth, or by writing:
when man sat in darkness, and in the shadow of death, it was necessary, that God should Some Way or other reveal his mind to him by word of Mouth, or by writing:
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and men were long lived, and the Church confined within a small compass of ground, and not liable to so many miseries and changes, as now in the latter Ages;
and men were long lived, and the Church confined within a small compass of ground, and not liable to so many misery's and changes, as now in the latter Ages;
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but we might have a Standard or Rule of Faith and Manners, Gal. 6.16. As many as walk according to this Rule, &c. 3. The natural Truths contained in the word of God, are evident by their own light;
but we might have a Standard or Rule of Faith and Manners, Gal. 6.16. As many as walk according to this Rule, etc. 3. The natural Truths contained in the word of God, Are evident by their own Light;
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The supernatural Truths, though they are above natural light, yet they are not against it, or contrary to it, and do fairly accord with those Principles which are naturally known,
The supernatural Truths, though they Are above natural Light, yet they Are not against it, or contrary to it, and do fairly accord with those Principles which Are naturally known,
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partly by a subsequent Evidence, which is valuable Testimony, as to matter of Fact. The antecedent Testimony, John 5.39. Search the Scriptures, for in them ye have eternal life, and they are they which testify of me: 2 Pet. 1.19.
partly by a subsequent Evidence, which is valuable Testimony, as to matter of Fact. The antecedent Testimony, John 5.39. Search the Scriptures, for in them you have Eternal life, and they Are they which testify of me: 2 Pet. 1.19.
The subsequent Testimony, the Apostles, Acts 5. 32. We are witnesses of these things, and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him ;
The subsequent Testimony, the Apostles, Acts 5. 32. We Are Witnesses of these things, and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him;
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The latter cannot be said, because that is contrary to his goodness, Psal. 25.8. Good and upright is the Lord, therefore will he teach Sinners the way.
The latter cannot be said, Because that is contrary to his Goodness, Psalm 25.8. Good and upright is the Lord, Therefore will he teach Sinners the Way.
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5. Besides, the Illumination of the Holy Spirit doth accompany this word, and make it effectual to us, to shew us God as revealed in Christ, 2 Cor. 4.6. God who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath s•ined into our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Iesus Christ:
5. Beside, the Illumination of the Holy Spirit does accompany this word, and make it effectual to us, to show us God as revealed in christ, 2 Cor. 4.6. God who commanded the Light to shine out of darkness, hath s•ined into our hearts to give us the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Iesus christ:
and for Heaven, Eph. 1.17, 18. Praying, that the God of our Lord Iesus Christ, the Father of Glory, may give unto you the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, in the knowledge of him;
and for Heaven, Ephesians 1.17, 18. Praying, that the God of our Lord Iesus christ, the Father of Glory, may give unto you the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, in the knowledge of him;
neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. 6. There are promises of direction, made to humble and sincere minds, Psal. 25.9. The meek shall he guide in Iudgment, the meek shall he teach his way ;
neither can he know them, Because they Are spiritually discerned. 6. There Are promises of direction, made to humble and sincere minds, Psalm 25.9. The meek shall he guide in Judgement, the meek shall he teach his Way;
1. Because having his mind thus setled, he may boldly defy all Revelations pretended to the contrary: Gal. 1.8. Though we, or an Angel from Heaven, preach any other Gospel than we have preached, let him be accursed:
1. Because having his mind thus settled, he may boldly defy all Revelations pretended to the contrary: Gal. 1.8. Though we, or an Angel from Heaven, preach any other Gospel than we have preached, let him be accursed:
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Any Doctrine, if divers or different from, or besides the written word, much more contrary to it, a Christian may reject it, and account it Cursed Doctrine:
Any Doctrine, if diverse or different from, or beside the written word, much more contrary to it, a Christian may reject it, and account it Cursed Doctrine:
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2. Because a Christian is upon better terms, having the written word, than if God dealt with him by way of Revelations, 2 Pet. 1.19. We have NONLATINALPHABET, a more sure word of Prophecy ;
2. Because a Christian is upon better terms, having the written word, than if God dealt with him by Way of Revelations, 2 Pet. 1.19. We have, a more sure word of Prophecy;
yet we have more accommodate means. Our Lord intimateth such a thing, Luke 16.31. If they hear not Moses and the Prophets, neither will they be perswaded, though one rose from the dead.
yet we have more accommodate means. Our Lord intimateth such a thing, Lycia 16.31. If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.
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3. Because it is not rational to expect new Revelation, now the Canon and Rule of Faith is closed up, Heb. 2.1, 2. Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard,
3. Because it is not rational to expect new Revelation, now the Canon and Rule of Faith is closed up, Hebrew 2.1, 2. Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have herd,
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4. Because if any such be pretended, it must be tryed by the word, Is. 8.20. To the Law, and to the Testimony, if they speak not according to this word, it is because they have no light in them;
4. Because if any such be pretended, it must be tried by the word, Is. 8.20. To the Law, and to the Testimony, if they speak not according to this word, it is Because they have no Light in them;
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and if such tradition could be produced, as hath unquestionable Authority, it must be tryed by the Scripture, which is every where commended as the publick Standard,
and if such tradition could be produced, as hath unquestionable authority, it must be tried by the Scripture, which is every where commended as the public Standard,
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1. Supposititious writings, which the Church in all Ages hath exploded, and received only those, which are unquestionably theirs, whose names they bear.
1. Supposititious writings, which the Church in all Ages hath exploded, and received only those, which Are unquestionably theirs, whose names they bear.
but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting Chains, &c. Abode not in the truth, John. 8.44. Ye are of your Father the Devil, and the lusts of your Father ye will do:
but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting Chains, etc. Abided not in the truth, John. 8.44. You Are of your Father the devil, and the Lustiest of your Father you will do:
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So of their Posterity, their Apostasy is described by turning back from following the Lord, Zeph. 1.6. and departing from God, that is, his worship and service, Isa. 59.13. In transgressing and lying against the Lord, and departing away from our God.
So of their Posterity, their Apostasy is described by turning back from following the Lord, Zephaniah 1.6. and departing from God, that is, his worship and service, Isaiah 59.13. In transgressing and lying against the Lord, and departing away from our God.
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And partly because to them it was expresly foretold, that NONLATINALPHABET, Some shall fall away, or depart from the Faith, 1 Tim. 4.1. Lastly, Because those who are most concerned to maintain the notion of the civil Apostasy, from the Roman Empire, are most notorious in this defection.
And partly Because to them it was expressly foretold, that, some shall fallen away, or depart from the Faith, 1 Tim. 4.1. Lastly, Because those who Are most concerned to maintain the notion of the civil Apostasy, from the Roman Empire, Are most notorious in this defection.
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and died, and rose again, and revived, that he might be Lord of dead and living, Rom. 14.9. and again Eph. 5.23. Christ is the head of the Church, and the Saviour of the body.
and died, and rose again, and revived, that he might be Lord of dead and living, Rom. 14.9. and again Ephesians 5.23. christ is the head of the Church, and the Saviour of the body.
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and restoreth them to their due obedience, and proper happiness, He only is fit to be head of the Church; and this only is Christ; we expect no opposition here.
and restoreth them to their due Obedience, and proper happiness, He only is fit to be head of the Church; and this only is christ; we expect no opposition Here.
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4. The Apostasy from the Lord will be determined, chiefly by these two things. By undermining his Authority, or destroying the interests of his Kingdom;
4. The Apostasy from the Lord will be determined, chiefly by these two things. By undermining his authority, or destroying the interests of his Kingdom;
so often baffled and defeated, and pretended upon so small grounds, as that Christ hereby conveyed singular authority to Peter, above the rest of the Disciples:
so often baffled and defeated, and pretended upon so small grounds, as that christ hereby conveyed singular Authority to Peter, above the rest of the Disciples:
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I fear (saith the Apostle) 1 Cor. 11.3. lest by any means as the Serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.
I Fear (Says the Apostle) 1 Cor. 11.3. lest by any means as the Serpent beguiled Eve through his subtlety, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in christ.
and the Discipline of the Church into a temporal domination, and all is carried in the World by sides and interests, that Christianity looketh like another thing, a design Calculated for the present World, rather than a serious preparation for the World to come;
and the Discipline of the Church into a temporal domination, and all is carried in the World by sides and interests, that Christianity looks like Another thing, a Design Calculated for the present World, rather than a serious preparation for the World to come;
Then certainly, there is an Apostasy, and a defection from Christ; however the corrupt manners of the Church be varnished over with the name of Christianity.
Then Certainly, there is an Apostasy, and a defection from christ; however the corrupt manners of the Church be varnished over with the name of Christianity.
and where instead of Life, men place their whole Religion on superficial Rites, and Ceremonies, and some trifling acts of seeming Devotion, and exteriour Mortifications:
and where instead of Life, men place their Whole Religion on superficial Rites, and Ceremonies, and Some trifling acts of seeming Devotion, and exterior Mortifications:
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and forcing Consciences with the highest penalties and persecutions, to submit to their corruptions, There is a manifest subversion of the interest of Christs Kingdom.
and forcing Consciences with the highest penalties and persecutions, to submit to their corruptions, There is a manifest subversion of the Interest of Christ Kingdom.
In short, Gods witnesses were slain in that City, which spiritually is called Sodom and Egypt, and our Lord was crucifyed, Rev. 11.8. That City which answereth to Sodom for impurity, to Egypt for Idolatry, and to Ierusalem for persecution of the Saints;
In short, God's Witnesses were slave in that city, which spiritually is called Sodom and Egypt, and our Lord was Crucified, Rev. 11.8. That city which Answers to Sodom for impurity, to Egypt for Idolatry, and to Ierusalem for persecution of the Saints;
and the Spirit of Antichrist wrought in the Apo•tles days, 1 Joh. 2.18. As you have heard that Antichrist shall come, even now there are many Antichrists: and again, 1 Ioh. 4.3.
and the Spirit of Antichrist wrought in the Apo•tles days, 1 John 2.18. As you have herd that Antichrist shall come, even now there Are many Antichrists: and again, 1 John 4.3.
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Who are they that invade Christs Authority, by setting up an Universal Head over all C•ristians? Who are they that establish the Doctrine of Daemons, or revive the worship of a middle sort of Powers, between God and mortal men? 1 Tim. 4.1. who through Hypocrisy •nvent so many lies to maintain it, and when Christians should keep themselves from Idols, 1 Ioh. 5.21. yet in defiance of this, worship Angels, and other Creatures, Col. 2.18.
Who Are they that invade Christ authority, by setting up an Universal Head over all C•ristians? Who Are they that establish the Doctrine of Daemons, or revive the worship of a middle sort of Powers, between God and Mortal men? 1 Tim. 4.1. who through Hypocrisy •nvent so many lies to maintain it, and when Christians should keep themselves from Idols, 1 John 5.21. yet in defiance of this, worship Angels, and other Creatures, Col. 2.18.
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Let n• man beguile you of your reward, in a voluntary humility, and worshipping of Angels, &c. and erect the Images of Saints, commanding and compelling men to adore them, and pray to them;
Let n• man beguile you of your reward, in a voluntary humility, and worshipping of Angels, etc. and erect the Images of Saints, commanding and compelling men to adore them, and pray to them;
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who are they that are not contented with the one only Mediatour? 1 Tim. 2.5. For there is one God, and one Mediatour between God and men, the man Christ Iesus. 1 Cor. 8.5.
who Are they that Are not contented with the one only Mediator? 1 Tim. 2.5. For there is one God, and one Mediator between God and men, the man christ Iesus. 1 Cor. 8.5.
as gathered into the Treasure of the Church, and so profitable for the remission of sins? and condemn them who think the contrary? Who are they that keep Beli•vers from reading the Scriptures,
as gathered into the Treasure of the Church, and so profitable for the remission of Sins? and condemn them who think the contrary? Who Are they that keep Beli•vers from reading the Scriptures,
when they are so expresly injoined to do it, Joh. 5.39. and Psal. 1.2. But his delight is in the Law of the Lord, and in his Law doth he meditate day and night:
when they Are so expressly enjoined to do it, John 5.39. and Psalm 1.2. But his delight is in the Law of the Lord, and in his Law does he meditate day and night:
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That deny one part of the Lor•s Supper to his Disciples, notwithstanding his Institution to the contrary? 1 Cor. 11.25, 26. After the same manner also he took the Cup, whe• he had supped, saying, This Cup is the New Testament in my blood:
That deny one part of the Lor•s Supper to his Disciples, notwithstanding his Institution to the contrary? 1 Cor. 11.25, 26. After the same manner also he took the Cup, whe• he had supped, saying, This Cup is the New Testament in my blood:
Answ. That promise is made chiefly to the invisible Church, or community of the Elect, not to all the visible Societies of the Christians, against whom the Devil can and hath prevailed,
Answer That promise is made chiefly to the invisible Church, or community of the Elect, not to all the visible Societies of the Christians, against whom the devil can and hath prevailed,
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their Ministry was a true Ministry, and the Baptism a true Baptism, to be owned in foro externo: for these things remain whilst any thing of Christianity remaineth.
their Ministry was a true Ministry, and the Baptism a true Baptism, to be owned in foro externo: for these things remain while any thing of Christianity remains.
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but for offering them to Moloch, Ezek. 16.20, 21. But of this in the next Verse, where Antichrist is said to sit in the Church of God. 2. The Revelation of Antichrist.
but for offering them to Moloch, Ezekiel 16.20, 21. But of this in the next Verse, where Antichrist is said to fit in the Church of God. 2. The Revelation of Antichrist.
1. His rise and appearing, expressed in the word [ revealed ] that is, that great and chief Antichrist, upon that Apostasy or falling away, shall be extant and shew himself to the World.
1. His rise and appearing, expressed in the word [ revealed ] that is, that great and chief Antichrist, upon that Apostasy or falling away, shall be extant and show himself to the World.
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wherein he is compared and likened to Iudas. For the first, The Jews called Antiochus, The man of sin, 1 Macch. 2.48. They gave not the power to the Sinner;
wherein he is compared and likened to Iudas. For the First, The jews called Antiochus, The man of since, 1 Match 2.48. They gave not the power to the Sinner;
and Verse 62. Fear not the words of the man of sin, NONLATINALPHABET, From the words of the man the Sinner be not afraid, Now why did they call Antiochus the man of sin? Because he sought to alter the Religion of the People,
and Verse 62. fear not the words of the man of since,, From the words of the man the Sinner be not afraid, Now why did they call Antiochus the man of since? Because he sought to altar the Religion of the People,
The Sodomy, Blasphemy, Incest, Adulteries, Sorceries, Murders, Treasons, Parricides, which they have authorised and countenanced, Histories witness, that hardly hath the World yielded a more abominable sort of men,
The Sodomy, Blasphemy, Incest, Adulteries, Sorceries, Murders, Treasons, Parricides, which they have authorised and countenanced, Histories witness, that hardly hath the World yielded a more abominable sort of men,
As one Lyon figured the whole Kingdom of the Babylonians, and one Bear the Kingdom of the Medes and Persians, and one Leopard the Kingdom of the Graecians, Dan. 7. and there the fourth Beast is the fourth Kingdom:
As one lion figured the Whole Kingdom of the Babylonians, and one Bear the Kingdom of the Medes and Persians, and one Leopard the Kingdom of the Greeks, Dan. 7. and there the fourth Beast is the fourth Kingdom:
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So one person that succession of men, that head the Revolters from Christ. So Dan. 8. a Goat figured a succession of Kings: So the Assyrian, Isa. 10.5. several Kings in that Empire: So Isa. 14.9. The King of Babylon, meaning not one but many.
So one person that succession of men, that head the Revolters from christ. So Dan. 8. a Goat figured a succession of Kings: So the assyrian, Isaiah 10.5. several Kings in that Empire: So Isaiah 14.9. The King of Babylon, meaning not one but many.
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So this man of sin doth not note a single man, a but succession of men, a body politick or corporate, under one opposite head to the Kingdom of Christ:
So this man of since does not note a single man, a but succession of men, a body politic or corporate, under one opposite head to the Kingdom of christ:
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So the man of God is put for all faithful Ministers, 2 Tim. 3.17. So, Honour the King : 1 Pet. 2.17. Series Regum. So NONLATINALPHABET, Heb. 9.25. The High Priest every year entreth into the holy place;
So the man of God is put for all faithful Ministers, 2 Tim. 3.17. So, Honour the King: 1 Pet. 2.17. Series Regum. So, Hebrew 9.25. The High Priest every year entereth into the holy place;
Because Antichrist from his beginning to his end, from his rise and Revelation, till his ruine and destruction, will take up such a long tract of time,
Because Antichrist from his beginning to his end, from his rise and Revelation, till his ruin and destruction, will take up such a long tract of time,
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now the mysterious Apostasie could not be perfected in a short time. 2. The Son of Perdition: wherein he is likened to Iudas, Joh. 17.12. None of them is lost but the Son of Perdition.
now the mysterious Apostasy could not be perfected in a short time. 2. The Son of Perdition: wherein he is likened to Iudas, John 17.12. None of them is lost but the Son of Perdition.
we translate it, He shall surely die: So Children of wrath, Eph. 2.3. So here, Son of Perdition. 2. Actively, Bringing destruction upon himself and others. One that shall destroy others:
we translate it, He shall surely die: So Children of wrath, Ephesians 2.3. So Here, Son of Perdition. 2. Actively, Bringing destruction upon himself and Others. One that shall destroy Others:
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and so he is called Abaddon, and Apolly•n, Rev. 9.11. and is opposite to Christ who is the Author of Salvation, Heb. 5.9. but Antichrist of destruction:
and so he is called Abaddon, and Apolly•n, Rev. 9.11. and is opposite to christ who is the Author of Salvation, Hebrew 5.9. but Antichrist of destruction:
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If he were a professed Enemy, what mystery were there in it? but mystery was written upon the Womans forehead, Rev. 17.5. and here ver. 7. The mystery of iniquity. It is wisdom to discern the false Prophet, Rev. 13.18. but there needeth no great wisdom to discover an open and professed Adversary.
If he were a professed Enemy, what mystery were there in it? but mystery was written upon the Woman's forehead, Rev. 17.5. and Here for. 7. The mystery of iniquity. It is Wisdom to discern the false Prophet, Rev. 13.18. but there needs no great Wisdom to discover an open and professed Adversary.
Omniae Ro•ae venalia, Pardons, Indulgences, freedom from Purgatory, all to be bought with money, and it is small matter, considering the things put to sale; The pardon of sins;
Omniae Ro•ae venalia, Pardons, Indulgences, freedom from Purgatory, all to be bought with money, and it is small matter, considering the things put to sale; The pardon of Sins;
Who to appearance such friends to the Cross, as the rabble of nominal Christians? but they are opposers of his spiritual Kingdom, vertue, and power of the Cross:
Who to appearance such Friends to the Cross, as the rabble of nominal Christians? but they Are opposers of his spiritual Kingdom, virtue, and power of the Cross:
his natural body is above abuse, but his mystical body still suffereth: Acts 9.6. Why persecutest •hou me ? Antichrist is the head of the persecuting State, others are his Emissaries and Agents, to take Christ in his members.
his natural body is above abuse, but his mystical body still suffers: Acts 9.6. Why Persecutest •hou me? Antichrist is the head of the persecuting State, Others Are his Emissaries and Agents, to take christ in his members.
Lastly, The Covetousness of Iudas is set forth. He was a thief, and one that carried the bag, Joh. 12.6. England to its bitter cost knoweth the poling exactions of the Papacy:
Lastly, The Covetousness of Iudas is Set forth. He was a thief, and one that carried the bag, John 12.6. England to its bitter cost Knoweth the poling exactions of the Papacy:
And to that end, let us mark the progress of the Text. 1. The Apostasie made was for Antichrist. 2. Antichrist rising upon the Apostasie, becometh a man of Sin. And 3. The Man of Sin is also the Son of Perdition.
And to that end, let us mark the progress of the Text. 1. The Apostasy made was for Antichrist. 2. Antichrist rising upon the Apostasy, Becometh a man of Sin. And 3. The Man of since is also the Son of Perdition.
There is a twofold falling away, either from the power and practice of Godliness, or from a true Religion to a false, particularly to Popery. 1. I begin with the falling away from the power and practice of Godliness,
There is a twofold falling away, either from the power and practice of Godliness, or from a true Religion to a false, particularly to Popery. 1. I begin with the falling away from the power and practice of Godliness,
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When the Servants slept, the Enemy sowed Tares, Matth. 13. A sleepy Religion, and corruption of manners, made way for corruption of doctrine, worship, and order:
When the Servants slept, the Enemy sowed Tares, Matthew 13. A sleepy Religion, and corruption of manners, made Way for corruption of Doctrine, worship, and order:
It was with the Church according to the Spouses complaint; I sleep but my heart waketh, Cant. 5.2. Some care there was, but much drowsiness and deadness in Religion, and that produced the great Apostasie.
It was with the Church according to the Spouses complaint; I sleep but my heart waketh, Cant 5.2. some care there was, but much drowsiness and deadness in Religion, and that produced the great Apostasy.
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but will walk in the way of their own heart, and in the sight of their own eyes, Eccles. 11.9. Again, if nature be to be crossed, it is only a little:
but will walk in the Way of their own heart, and in the sighed of their own eyes, Eccles. 11.9. Again, if nature be to be crossed, it is only a little:
1. Coldness in duties, when the will and affections grow more remiss, and the worship of God which keepeth up the remembrance of him, is either omitted,
1. Coldness in duties, when the will and affections grow more remiss, and the worship of God which Keepeth up the remembrance of him, is either omitted,
For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the World, through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Iesus Christ, they are again entangled therein, and overcome;
For if After they have escaped the pollutions of the World, through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Iesus christ, they Are again entangled therein, and overcome;
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Now consider the causes of it: 1. Want of Faith in God, Heb. 3.12. Take heed Brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
Now Consider the Causes of it: 1. Want of Faith in God, Hebrew 3.12. Take heed Brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
and then your work is intermitted. 3. Want of a due sense of the World to come, Heb. 10.39. But we are not of them who draw back to perdition, but of them that believe, to the saving of the Soul. 4. The love of the present World, 2 Tim. 4.10. For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present World.
and then your work is intermitted. 3. Want of a due sense of the World to come, Hebrew 10.39. But we Are not of them who draw back to perdition, but of them that believe, to the Saving of the Soul. 4. The love of the present World, 2 Tim. 4.10. For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present World.
which while some have coveted after, they have erred from the Faith ; or else the pleasures of the World, 2 Tim. 3.4. Lovers of pleasure more than lovers of God.
which while Some have coveted After, they have erred from the Faith; or Else the pleasures of the World, 2 Tim. 3.4. Lovers of pleasure more than lovers of God.
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1. Out of weakness of mind, as those do that were never well grounded in the truth, Eph. 4.14. That we henceforth be no more Children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the slight of men, (and) cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive, 2 Pet. 3.16.
1. Out of weakness of mind, as those do that were never well grounded in the truth, Ephesians 4.14. That we henceforth be no more Children, tossed to and from, and carried about with every wind of Doctrine, by the slight of men, (and) cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive, 2 Pet. 3.16.
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Some errours are so contrary to the new nature, that they discern them by the unction, Joh 2.20. But ye have an unction from the holy one, and ye know all things.
some errors Are so contrary to the new nature, that they discern them by the unction, John 2.20. But you have an unction from the holy one, and you know all things.
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2. Out of vile affection, when they forsake the truth, for the advantages of a fleshy Worldly life, some places to be gotten by it, &c. and as the Whore of Babylon hath a Golden Cup, Riches,
2. Out of vile affection, when they forsake the truth, for the advantages of a fleshy Worldly life, Some places to be got by it, etc. and as the Whore of Babylon hath a Golden Cup, Riches,
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and Preferments, wherewith it inviteth its Proselytes; now these are worse than the former, for they sell the birthright, Heb. 12.16. Lest there be any fornicator or prophane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright:
and Preferments, wherewith it Inviteth its Proselytes; now these Are Worse than the former, for they fell the birthright, Hebrew 12.16. Lest there be any fornicator or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright:
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and carnal worship to coun•enance it, Rev. 11.10. And they that dwell upon the earth, shall rejoice over them, and make merry, and shall send gifts one to another:
and carnal worship to coun•enance it, Rev. 11.10. And they that dwell upon the earth, shall rejoice over them, and make merry, and shall send Gifts one to Another:
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but in the World to come, dreadful is the end of Apostates. 2 Pet. 2.20, 21. For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the world, through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Iesus Christ, they are again in•angled therein, and overcome:
but in the World to come, dreadful is the end of Apostates. 2 Pet. 2.20, 21. For if After they have escaped the pollutions of the world, through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Iesus christ, they Are again in•angled therein, and overcome:
for it had better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than after they had known it, to turn from the Holy Commandement, delivered unto them.
for it had better for them not to have known the Way of righteousness, than After they had known it, to turn from the Holy Commandment, Delivered unto them.
Secondly, That the Holy Ghost points him out by his names and Titles, which are two, the man of Sin, wherein he is resembled to Antiochus, and the Son of Perdition, wherein he is resembled to Iudas. As Antiochus he is one, that by force and power should change the Laws and Ordinances,
Secondly, That the Holy Ghost points him out by his names and Titles, which Are two, the man of since, wherein he is resembled to Antiochus, and the Son of Perdition, wherein he is resembled to Iudas. As Antiochus he is one, that by force and power should change the Laws and Ordinances,
But it may be this was proper to him, doth he expect it from his Servants and Officers, in the Church? Yes, this is the grace which he hath recommended to all his Followers: Matth. 11.29. Learn of me, for I am meek and lowly.
But it may be this was proper to him, does he expect it from his Servants and Officers, in the Church? Yes, this is the grace which he hath recommended to all his Followers: Matthew 11.29. Learn of me, for I am meek and lowly.
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our Lord foresaw what spirit would work in them, and therefore he forewarned them of Pride and Lordliness, Matth. 20.25, 26. Ye know that the Princes of the earth do exercise dominion over them,
our Lord foresaw what Spirit would work in them, and Therefore he forewarned them of Pride and Lordliness, Matthew 20.25, 26. You know that the Princes of the earth do exercise dominion over them,
and the people are to obey their Guides, Heb. 13.17. And to have them highly in honour, for their works sake, 1 Thessa. 5.13. but yet the Pastors of the Church should govern by Light and Love, not by pomp and force, and not be known by such pomp and Authority as begets fear.
and the people Are to obey their Guides, Hebrew 13.17. And to have them highly in honour, for their works sake, 1 Thessa 5.13. but yet the Pastors of the Church should govern by Light and Love, not by pomp and force, and not be known by such pomp and authority as begets Fear.
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and then he must be Oecumenial Bishop over all the World. But Constantinople resisteth for a long time, yea, arrogate•h within the Empire the same Titles.
and then he must be Oecumenial Bishop over all the World. But Constantinople Resisteth for a long time, yea, arrogate•h within the Empire the same Titles.
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then a Patriarch over many Provinces, in one Diocess (for i• the Roman Division there were seven Provinces in one Diocess) then Universal Bishop in the whole World,
then a Patriarch over many Provinces, in one Diocese (for i• the Roman Division there were seven Provinces in one Diocese) then Universal Bishop in the Whole World,
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And the Devil is grown so impudent by the help of these Churchmen, as that it is counted a great piece of spiritual wisdom, publickly owned in the World, to be able by these steps to get higher and higher,
And the devil is grown so impudent by the help of these Churchmen, as that it is counted a great piece of spiritual Wisdom, publicly owned in the World, to be able by these steps to get higher and higher,
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They both belong to the same thing. 1. That which is called God, that is Magistrates, Princes, and Kings, Psal. 81.1. He judgeth among the Gods, and verse the sixth, I have said ye are Gods, all of you are Children of the most high:
They both belong to the same thing. 1. That which is called God, that is Magistrates, Princes, and Kings, Psalm 81.1. He Judgeth among the God's, and verse the sixth, I have said you Are God's, all of you Are Children of the most high:
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Though Magistrates be but like their Brethren, as to their common nature, yet in respect of their Office, they have the glorious Title of [ Gods ] conferred upon them,
Though Magistrates be but like their Brothers, as to their Common nature, yet in respect of their Office, they have the glorious Title of [ God's ] conferred upon them,
So that without impeachment of Blasphemy, those that excel in the Civil power may be called Gods. Now over these Antichrist exalteth himself, that is, above all Kings and Potentates.
So that without impeachment of Blasphemy, those that excel in the Civil power may be called God's Now over these Antichrist Exalteth himself, that is, above all Kings and Potentates.
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Secondly, The other notion is, NONLATINALPHABET, we render it, or is worshipped, the Greek word is, whatever is held in the highest degree of reverence, whatever is August,
Secondly, The other notion is,, we render it, or is worshipped, the Greek word is, whatever is held in the highest degree of Reverence, whatever is August,
And if Kings and Emperours have received more spirit and courage, and the Popes of Rome learned more modesty now adays, thanks is due to the light of the Gospel, which hath shined so far,
And if Kings and emperors have received more Spirit and courage, and the Popes of Room learned more modesty now adais, thanks is due to the Light of the Gospel, which hath shined so Far,
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Secondly, The next instance of his pride, is his usurpation of divine honour, expressed in two clauses. 1. The one sheweth the usurpation it self, That he as God, sitteth in the Temple of God.
Secondly, The next instance of his pride, is his usurpation of divine honour, expressed in two clauses. 1. The one shows the usurpation it self, That he as God, Sitteth in the Temple of God.
for the Temple of God is holy, which Temple ye are. So 2 Cor. 6.16. What agreement hath the Temple of God with Idols? for ye are the Temple of the living God.
for the Temple of God is holy, which Temple you Are. So 2 Cor. 6.16. What agreement hath the Temple of God with Idols? for you Are the Temple of the living God.
The external visible Church which professeth the Faith of Christ, and beareth his name. So that the place wherein Antichrist shall arise, is the visible Christian Church: not Rome Ethnick, but Christian.
The external visible Church which Professes the Faith of christ, and bears his name. So that the place wherein Antichrist shall arise, is the visible Christian Church: not Room Ethnic, but Christian.
it usurpeth still that name, it retaineth some relique of a Church mangled as it is: (saith Calvin in his Epistles) I think I have given some strong reasons, that it yet retaineth some shew of a Church.
it usurpeth still that name, it retaineth Some relic of a Church mangled as it is: (Says calvin in his Epistles) I think I have given Some strong Reasons, that it yet retaineth Some show of a Church.
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To be chief Pastor: Christs own Title, And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, 1 Pet. 4.5. To be Pontifex Maximus, The greatest High Priest. Whereas Christ alone is called the High priest of our profession, Heb. 3.1. and the great High Priest over the House of God, Heb. 4.14.
To be chief Pastor: Christ own Title, And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, 1 Pet. 4.5. To be Pontifex Maximus, The greatest High Priest. Whereas christ alone is called the High priest of our profession, Hebrew 3.1. and the great High Priest over the House of God, Hebrew 4.14.
So his Vicar General upon Earth, whereas the ancient Church attributed this to the Holy Ghost, calling it Vicariam vim spiritus sancti, he supplies his room and absence.
So his Vicar General upon Earth, whereas the ancient Church attributed this to the Holy Ghost, calling it Vicarage vim spiritus sancti, he supplies his room and absence.
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Now Titles including Power, certainly they are not to be usurped without Warrant. Therefore to call the Pope the chief and only Shepherd, and the like;
Now Titles including Power, Certainly they Are not to be usurped without Warrant. Therefore to call the Pope the chief and only Shepherd, and the like;
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surely none is fit to have this Authority, that hath not his power to back and to administer and govern all things for the Churches good, which power God would trust in the hands of no Creature.
surely none is fit to have this authority, that hath not his power to back and to administer and govern all things for the Churches good, which power God would trust in the hands of no Creature.
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When a mortal man should pretend to be so absolute as to give no account of his actions, that it shall not be lawful to be said to him, what dost thou? and all his Decrees must be received without Examination or Complaint, this is such a Soveraignty as belongs to none but God, Job. 9.12.
When a Mortal man should pretend to be so absolute as to give no account of his actions, that it shall not be lawful to be said to him, what dost thou? and all his Decrees must be received without Examination or Complaint, this is such a Sovereignty as belongs to none but God, Job. 9.12.
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Behold he taketh away, who will hinder him? who can say unto him what dost thou? Now this is in their Canon law, that the Pope is to be judged by no man, that though he should lead Millions of Souls into Hell, none can say, Domine cur ita facis?
Behold he Takes away, who will hinder him? who can say unto him what dost thou? Now this is in their Canon law, that the Pope is to be judged by no man, that though he should led Millions of Souls into Hell, none can say, Domine cur ita facis?
Let God be true and every man a Lyar. Now that corrupt and fallible man should arrogate this to himself, such an unerring in judgment, is to usurp divine honour, in matter of right, and in matter of fact.
Let God be true and every man a Lyar. Now that corrupt and fallible man should arrogate this to himself, such an unerring in judgement, is to usurp divine honour, in matter of right, and in matter of fact.
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It is the peculiar and incommunicable property of Christ, to be Lord and Lawgiver to the Church, Isa. 33.22. The Lord is our Iudge, The Lord is our Lawgiver;
It is the peculiar and incommunicable property of christ, to be Lord and Lawgiver to the Church, Isaiah 33.22. The Lord is our Judge, The Lord is our Lawgiver;
and again, If the Pope should err in forbidding Vertues, and commanding Vices: the Church were bound to believe Vices to be good, and Vertues to be evil ;
and again, If the Pope should err in forbidding Virtues, and commanding Vices: the Church were bound to believe Vices to be good, and Virtues to be evil;
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but could not be a cunning Seducer, and few would be so stupid and senseless as to be led by him. 2. Antichrist whoever he be, is to be a Christian by profession,
but could not be a cunning Seducer, and few would be so stupid and senseless as to be led by him. 2. Antichrist whoever he be, is to be a Christian by profession,
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or doing such things, which if they did rightly belong to him, they would shew that he is God. Two persons I find in Scripture charged for usurping divine honours:
or doing such things, which if they did rightly belong to him, they would show that he is God. Two Persons I find in Scripture charged for usurping divine honours:
The one Herod Agrippa, who was smitten by an Angel for not giving God the glory when the people cryed, the voice of God and not of man, Acts 12.22. his fault was, accepting what was ascribed by others.
The one Herod Agrippa, who was smitten by an Angel for not giving God the glory when the people cried, the voice of God and not of man, Acts 12.22. his fault was, accepting what was ascribed by Others.
His fault was taking upon him as if he were God, to accept divine honours, to do those things which would make him equalize himself to our Lord Christ Blessed for ever;
His fault was taking upon him as if he were God, to accept divine honours, to do those things which would make him equalise himself to our Lord christ Blessed for ever;
And whereas divers Popes have directed special Commissions for perusal of the works of the learned, with authority to expunge and purge out whatsoever is not Orthodoxal, many better things have come under censure,
And whereas diverse Popes have directed special Commissions for perusal of the works of the learned, with Authority to expunge and purge out whatsoever is not Orthodoxal, many better things have come under censure,
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Sess. 9. It is said, the Aspect of thy Divine Majesty dazleth our Eyes, and applyeth to him that of the 72. Psalm, All the Kings of the Earth shall worship him,
Sess. 9. It is said, the Aspect of thy Divine Majesty dazzleth our Eyes, and Applieth to him that of the 72. Psalm, All the Kings of the Earth shall worship him,
Now to accept and approve of these flatterers, is to shew himself that he is God. 2. By doing such things as if he were God, not by the usurpation of the formal name,
Now to accept and approve of these Flatterers, is to show himself that he is God. 2. By doing such things as if he were God, not by the usurpation of the formal name,
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as arrogating to himself such things as belong to God, his right and property, to take upon himself to be Lord of Consciences, to command what Faith is to be believed, suppressing the true doctrine of Christ,
as arrogating to himself such things as belong to God, his right and property, to take upon himself to be Lord of Consciences, to command what Faith is to be believed, suppressing the true Doctrine of christ,
and setting up his own Inventions, dispensing with Gods Laws, taking upon him to pardon sins. One Article for which Luther was condemned is this, That it is not in the power of the Church,
and setting up his own Inventions, dispensing with God's Laws, taking upon him to pardon Sins. One Article for which Luther was condemned is this, That it is not in the power of the Church,
Qui facit Deos Divosque Deo major est. The Pope doth Canonize Saints, and his Decrees must be received as Oracles, &c. The Use, is to give us a clear discovery where to find Antichrist:
Qui facit Gods Divosque God Major est. The Pope does Canonise Saints, and his Decrees must be received as Oracles, etc. The Use, is to give us a clear discovery where to find Antichrist:
and will be Prince of all Pastors, and swear them to his obedience, and hath made such troubles in the World to make himself acknowledged for Head and Chief? Who is he that exalteth himself above all that is called God,
and will be Prince of all Pastors, and swear them to his Obedience, and hath made such Troubles in the World to make himself acknowledged for Head and Chief? Who is he that Exalteth himself above all that is called God,
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and is August in The World? but he that takes upon him to deprive and depose Emperours, Kings and Princes, by his Excommunications, Suspensions, Interdictions,
and is August in The World? but he that Takes upon him to deprive and depose emperors, Kings and Princes, by his Excommunications, Suspensions, Interdictions,
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that doth Crown and Uncrown Emperours with his feet, and tread upon them as one would do upon a Viper? Who is he that sitteth as God, in the Temple of God, that is, affecteth the honour due to our Lord Jesus Christ? but he that doth thus imperiously aspire [ subesse Romano Pontifici definimus esse de necessitate salutis ] that takes upon him a power to make a new Creed,
that does Crown and Uncrown emperors with his feet, and tread upon them as one would do upon a Viper? Who is he that Sitteth as God, in the Temple of God, that is, affects the honour due to our Lord jesus christ? but he that does thus imperiously aspire [ Subesse Romano Pontifici definimus esse de necessitate Salutis ] that Takes upon him a power to make a new Creed,
and will be adored by all the Potentates of the Earth, with such veneration, as greater could not be given to Christ himself if he were corporally present,
and will be adored by all the Potentates of the Earth, with such veneration, as greater could not be given to christ himself if he were corporally present,
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Those that were never Pope-bitten, know not the mischiefs that attend this spiritual Tyranny, and God grant that we never more know it to our bitter cost.
Those that were never Pope-bitten, know not the mischiefs that attend this spiritual Tyranny, and God grant that we never more know it to our bitter cost.
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Therefore as Samuel dealt with the Israelites when they would cast off the Theocracy, or Gods Government, under which they had been well and safely governed,
Therefore as Samuel dealt with the Israelites when they would cast off the Theocracy, or God's Government, under which they had been well and safely governed,
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Samuel telleth them, what would be the manner of the King, that should reign over them, 1 Sam. 8.11, 12, 13. And he said, this shall be the manner of the King that shall reign over you, he will take your Sons,
Samuel Telleth them, what would be the manner of the King, that should Reign over them, 1 Sam. 8.11, 12, 13. And he said, this shall be the manner of the King that shall Reign over you, he will take your Sons,
and appoint them for himself, for his Chariots, and to be his Horsemen; and some shall run before his Chariots, and he will appoint him Captains over thousands,
and appoint them for himself, for his Chariots, and to be his Horsemen; and Some shall run before his Chariots, and he will appoint him Captains over thousands,
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and give them to his Servants, &c. So if such a wanton humour should possess us, that we must have the Religion of the Nations round about us, consider whom you receive spiritually to reign over you.
and give them to his Servants, etc. So if such a wanton humour should possess us, that we must have the Religion of the nations round about us, Consider whom you receive spiritually to Reign over you.
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and when you come to discern the difference between the blessed Yoke of Christ, and the Iron Yoke of Antichrist, it will be too late for a remedy to repent of your errour.
and when you come to discern the difference between the blessed Yoke of christ, and the Iron Yoke of Antichrist, it will be too late for a remedy to Repent of your error.
1. With such meekness, modesty, and mortification, that our Religion may be known to be established by a Crucified Lord, whose doctrine and example do visibly and eminently hold forth the contempt of the World.
1. With such meekness, modesty, and mortification, that our Religion may be known to be established by a crucified Lord, whose Doctrine and Exampl do visibly and eminently hold forth the contempt of the World.
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God is very tender of the honour of Civil Powers and Authorities, and will have every soul to be subject to them, Rom. 13.1. Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers, for there is no power but of God, the powers that be, are ordained of God ; and again, 1 Pet. 2.13.
God is very tender of the honour of Civil Powers and Authorities, and will have every soul to be Subject to them, Rom. 13.1. Let every soul be Subject unto the higher Powers, for there is no power but of God, the Powers that be, Are ordained of God; and again, 1 Pet. 2.13.
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or weaken the esteem of it in the hearts of others by their speeches, 2 Pet. 2.10. But chiefly them that walk after the flesh, in the lust of uncleanness, and despise Government;
or weaken the esteem of it in the hearts of Others by their Speeches, 2 Pet. 2.10. But chiefly them that walk After the Flesh, in the lust of uncleanness, and despise Government;
We do so when we take that praise and admiration to our selves, which is only due to God, Acts 3.12. And when Peter saw it, he answered unto the people.
We do so when we take that praise and admiration to our selves, which is only due to God, Acts 3.12. And when Peter saw it, he answered unto the people.
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as though by our power or holiness we had made this man to walk? The God of Abraham, and of Isaac, and of Jacob, the God of our Fathers, hath glorified his Son Iesus, &c. and his name, through faith in his name, hath made this man strong whom ye see and know.
as though by our power or holiness we had made this man to walk? The God of Abraham, and of Isaac, and of Jacob, the God of our Father's, hath glorified his Son Iesus, etc. and his name, through faith in his name, hath made this man strong whom you see and know.
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First, I begin with his putting them in mind of what he had told them before by word of mouth, Remember ye not that when I was yet with you I told you these things.
First, I begin with his putting them in mind of what he had told them before by word of Mouth, remember you not that when I was yet with you I told you these things.
if we would escape Babylons punishments, we must escape her sins, not live in that Communion and Society, where there are such Temptations to Idolatry, and other detestable enormities.
if we would escape Babylons punishments, we must escape her Sins, not live in that Communion and Society, where there Are such Temptations to Idolatry, and other detestable enormities.
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and if there were possibility, or probability of Salvation in the way, in the general, yet there is very little or none for them that live in a known sin,
and if there were possibility, or probability of Salvation in the Way, in the general, yet there is very little or none for them that live in a known since,
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2. It is necessary to fortify and forewarn the people of God against a double Temptation. (1.) Against Scandal. (2.) Against Persecutions. 1. Against Scandal;
2. It is necessary to fortify and forewarn the people of God against a double Temptation. (1.) Against Scandal. (2.) Against Persecutions. 1. Against Scandal;
Now it is a mighty stay to the heart, to see that this Degeneration was foreseen and foretold, John 16.1. These things have I spoken to you, that you should not be offended. Mat. 18.7.
Now it is a mighty stay to the heart, to see that this Degeneration was foreseen and foretold, John 16.1. These things have I spoken to you, that you should not be offended. Mathew 18.7.
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Wo unto the World because of offences, for it must needs be that offences come, but wo to that man by whom the offence cometh. 2. Against Persecutions;
Woe unto the World Because of offences, for it must needs be that offences come, but woe to that man by whom the offence comes. 2. Against Persecutions;
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And I heard a voice from Heaven, saying unto me, write Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth, &c. not only the Primitive Martyrs, who were put to death by Heathens,
And I herd a voice from Heaven, saying unto me, write Blessed Are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth, etc. not only the Primitive Martyrs, who were put to death by heathens,
but those that are condemned by Christians, and burnt for Hereticks, those are Martyrs also. 3. That we may the better understand true Christianity; NONLATINALPHABET, opposites illustrate each other;
but those that Are condemned by Christians, and burned for Heretics, those Are Martyrs also. 3. That we may the better understand true Christianity;, opposites illustrate each other;
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so that Christs Religion is turned against himself, to lull mens Consciences asleep, whilst they gratify the lusts of the Eyes, the lusts of the Flesh,
so that Christ Religion is turned against himself, to lull men's Consciences asleep, while they gratify the Lustiest of the Eyes, the Lustiest of the Flesh,
for that is the Lords direction to know a true Prophet; Deut 18.22. If the thing come to pass, and the event doth punctually answer the Prediction;
for that is the lords direction to know a true Prophet; Deuteronomy 18.22. If the thing come to pass, and the event does punctually answer the Prediction;
and know, they are to be fulfilled in their time, that we may say, that God hath kept touch with the World hitherto in all the Predictions of the word, will not fail at last.
and know, they Are to be fulfilled in their time, that we may say, that God hath kept touch with the World hitherto in all the Predictions of the word, will not fail At last.
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why then did God reveal it, and that so often by St Paul, by St Iohn, in so many Prophetical Representations of it? surely it is not curiosity to search into things revealed,
why then did God reveal it, and that so often by Saint Paul, by Saint John, in so many Prophetical Representations of it? surely it is not curiosity to search into things revealed,
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I would but propound this Argument to them, If it were profitable for them that were to go out of the body long before Antichrist was revealed, to be taught these things again and again,
I would but propound this Argument to them, If it were profitable for them that were to go out of the body long before Antichrist was revealed, to be taught these things again and again,
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surely it is profitable to discover Antichrist, to reduce those that are gone astray, much more to prevent a revolt, that we may not return to this bondage after a deliverance from it.
surely it is profitable to discover Antichrist, to reduce those that Are gone astray, much more to prevent a revolt, that we may not return to this bondage After a deliverance from it.
That Antichrist was not then revealed, because there was an impediment hindering his Revelation, and now ye know what withholdeth, that he might be revealed in his time, that is, what keeps him back for the present,
That Antichrist was not then revealed, Because there was an impediment hindering his Revelation, and now you know what withholdeth, that he might be revealed in his time, that is, what keeps him back for the present,
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The Apostle doth not expresly mention what this NONLATINALPHABET, or impeachment was, either because he thought it enough to appeal to their memory and knowledge; now ye know what withholdeth:
The Apostle does not expressly mention what this, or impeachment was, either Because he Thought it enough to appeal to their memory and knowledge; now you know what withholdeth:
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if they should come to understand, that one professing himself a Christian, should erect a Throne for himself at Rome, and that the Empire should be taken away to make way for him.
if they should come to understand, that one professing himself a Christian, should erect a Throne for himself At Room, and that the Empire should be taken away to make Way for him.
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and the Kingdom of Heaven, they were apt to accense them laesae Majestatis, as if they would with open force and violence attack, or assault the Empire:
and the Kingdom of Heaven, they were apt to accense them laesae Majestatis, as if they would with open force and violence attack, or assault the Empire:
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and therefore the Primitive Christians prayed, pro morâ finis, that it would please God to defer the fall of this Empire, fearing worse things upon the dissolution thereof.
and Therefore the Primitive Christians prayed, Pro morâ finis, that it would please God to defer the fallen of this Empire, fearing Worse things upon the dissolution thereof.
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and Time and Place, next to the nature and state of things, are the best circumstances to discover him. (1.) The Place, Antichrists Seat and Throne was to be there, where the Seat of the Roman Empire was;
and Time and Place, next to the nature and state of things, Are the best Circumstances to discover him. (1.) The Place, Antichrists Seat and Throne was to be there, where the Seat of the Roman Empire was;
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and St Iohn telleth us, it was situated on the City that had seven Hills, Rev. 17.9. The seven heads are seven Mountains, on which the Woman sitteth ;
and Saint John Telleth us, it was situated on the city that had seven Hills, Rev. 17.9. The seven Heads Are seven Mountains, on which the Woman Sitteth;
and that was when the Roman Empire was divided into ten Kingdoms, as Tertullian saith, and is agreeable enough with the Prophecy of St Iohn, Rev. 17.12.
and that was when the Roman Empire was divided into ten Kingdoms, as Tertullian Says, and is agreeable enough with the Prophecy of Saint John, Rev. 17.12.
some disposition of the matter, some propensity thereunto, something begun, which would afterwards shew it self more eminently in the great Antichrist.
Some disposition of the matter, Some propensity thereunto, something begun, which would afterwards show it self more eminently in the great Antichrist.
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and please themselves according to their fleshly appetite and fancy, John 3.6. That which is born of the flesh, is •lesh, and therefore love the Pleasures, Honours,
and please themselves according to their fleshly appetite and fancy, John 3.6. That which is born of the Flesh, is •lesh, and Therefore love the Pleasures, Honours,
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And whosoever live thus, they live in a carnal state, as all do, till grace renew them, Rom. 8.5. but this carnal estate doth bre•k forth, and bewray it self in various ways of sinning, Titus 3.3.
And whosoever live thus, they live in a carnal state, as all do, till grace renew them, Rom. 8.5. but this carnal estate does bre•k forth, and bewray it self in various ways of sinning, Titus 3.3.
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For we our selves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.
For we our selves also were sometime foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one Another.
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and have a carnal mind, which is emnity to God, Rom. 8. 7. (2.) The next word is ungodly, men thus constituted, live either in a denial of God, Psalm 14.1. The fool hath said in his heart, there is no God ;
and have a carnal mind, which is Enmity to God, Rom. 8. 7. (2.) The next word is ungodly, men thus constituted, live either in a denial of God, Psalm 14.1. The fool hath said in his heart, there is no God;
or a neglect of God, Ephes. 2.12. Without God in the world ; without any acknowledgment or worship of him, Psalm 9.17. The wicked shall be turned into Hell, and all the Nations that forget God ;
or a neglect of God, Ephesians 2.12. Without God in the world; without any acknowledgment or worship of him, Psalm 9.17. The wicked shall be turned into Hell, and all the nations that forget God;
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or if not deprived of all sense of a Deity, they worship false Gods, as those, Acts 14.12, 13. the men of Lycaonia, that called Barnabas, Iupiter, and Paul, Mercurius, because he was the chief Speaker,
or if not deprived of all sense of a Deity, they worship false God's, as those, Acts 14.12, 13. the men of Lycaonia, that called Barnabas, Iupiter, and Paul, Mercurius, Because he was the chief Speaker,
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so that a false Religion is so far from shewing a remedy of corrupt nature, that it is a great part of the Disease it self. 2. The Terminus ad quem, into a state of Holiness and Reconciliation with God, in whom alone man can be happy.
so that a false Religion is so Far from showing a remedy of corrupt nature, that it is a great part of the Disease it self. 2. The Terminus ad Whom, into a state of Holiness and Reconciliation with God, in whom alone man can be happy.
the great design of the Christian Religion, is to bring us back to God again; (1.) As we are carnal, by the denial of fleshly and worldly lusts, Tit. 2.12. The Grace of God that bringeth salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us;
the great Design of the Christian Religion, is to bring us back to God again; (1.) As we Are carnal, by the denial of fleshly and worldly Lustiest, Tit. 2.12. The Grace of God that brings salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us;
that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, &c. 1 Pet. 2.11. Dearly beloved, I beseech you as Strangers and Pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, that war against the soul ; and Gal. 5.24. They that are Christs have crucified the flesh, with the affections and lusts.
that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, etc. 1 Pet. 2.11. Dearly Beloved, I beseech you as Strangers and Pilgrim's, abstain from fleshly Lustiest, that war against the soul; and Gal. 5.24. They that Are Christ have Crucified the Flesh, with the affections and Lustiest.
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and to seek after the Lord, from whom we have life, breath, and all things Acts 17.25, 26, 28.1 Thess. 1.9. How ye turned from Idols to serve the living and true God.
and to seek After the Lord, from whom we have life, breath, and all things Acts 17.25, 26, 28.1 Thess 1.9. How you turned from Idols to serve the living and true God.
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and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation: 1 Pet. 1.18. Ye are not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversations, &c. Heb. 7.25. He is able to save unto the uttermost all that come unto God through him ;
and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation: 1 Pet. 1.18. You Are not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversations, etc. Hebrew 7.25. He is able to save unto the uttermost all that come unto God through him;
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for till men have new and holy hearts, they can never see God, Hob. 12.14 Without holiness it is impossible to see God: Mat. 5.8. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God;
for till men have new and holy hearts, they can never see God, Hob. 12.14 Without holiness it is impossible to see God: Mathew 5.8. Blessed Are the pure in heart, for they shall see God;
Now Pardons, Indulgences, Purgatory, Shrines of Saints, what do they all tend unto but to make a merchandize of Religion? It was an old by-word, Omnia Romae venalia, all things may be bought at Rome, even Heaven,
Now Pardons, Indulgences, Purgatory, Shrines of Saints, what do they all tend unto but to make a merchandise of Religion? It was an old Byword, Omnia Rome venalia, all things may be bought At Room, even Heaven,
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the true are known by being much in ••ours, much in afflictions, 2 Cor. 6.4, 5, 6. In all things approving our selves the Ministers of God, in much patience, afflictions, necessities, distresses ▪ in labours, and watchings, and fastings;
the true Are known by being much in ••ours, much in afflictions, 2 Cor. 6.4, 5, 6. In all things approving our selves the Ministers of God, in much patience, afflictions, necessities, Distresses ▪ in labours, and watchings, and Fastings;
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by pureness, by knowledge, by long-suffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned, &c. whereas the false Ministers are known by the life of pomp and ease;
by pureness, by knowledge, by long-suffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned, etc. whereas the false Ministers Are known by the life of pomp and ease;
3. Wherever power is usurped in Christs name, and carried on under the pretence of his Authority, to the oppressing of Christs sincere Worshippers, who hate the carnal life,
3. Wherever power is usurped in Christ name, and carried on under the pretence of his authority, to the oppressing of Christ sincere Worshippers, who hate the carnal life,
and would by all means keep themselves from Idols, or bowing and worshipping before Images, but excel in unquestionable duties, there is the mystery of Iniquity:
and would by all means keep themselves from Idols, or bowing and worshipping before Images, but excel in unquestionable duties, there is the mystery of Iniquity:
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The violence and persecution against the sincere pure worshippers of Christ, is nothing else, but the mystery of Iniquity, the enmity of the carnal seed against the holy Seed,
The violence and persecution against the sincere pure worshippers of christ, is nothing Else, but the mystery of Iniquity, the enmity of the carnal seed against the holy Seed,
4. Where there is a lessening of the merits of Christ, and his satisfaction, as if it were not sufficient for the expiation of sin, without penal satisfactions of our own;
4. Where there is a lessening of the merits of christ, and his satisfaction, as if it were not sufficient for the expiation of since, without penal satisfactions of our own;
To worship God as the Papists do, with Images, Agnus Dei's Crucifixes ▪ Crossings, Spittle, Oyl, Candles, Holy Water, kissing the Pax, dropping Beads, praying to the Virgin Mary,
To worship God as the Papists do, with Images, Agnus Dei's Crucifixes ▪ Crossings, Spittle, Oil, Candles, Holy Water, kissing the Pax, dropping Beads, praying to the Virgae Marry,
and other Saints, repeating over the name Iesus five times in a breath, repeating such and such Sentences so often, praying to God in an unknown Tongue,
and other Saints, repeating over the name Iesus five times in a breath, repeating such and such Sentences so often, praying to God in an unknown Tongue,
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offering Sacrifices for quick and dead, praying for Souls in Purgatory, purchasing Indulgences for their deliverance, carrying the Bones and other Reliques of Saints, going in Pilgrimage to Shrines or Images, or offering before them ;
offering Sacrifices for quick and dead, praying for Souls in Purgatory, purchasing Indulgences for their deliverance, carrying the Bones and other Relics of Saints, going in Pilgrimage to Shrines or Images, or offering before them;
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and vain traditions by which Christian liberty is restrained, and these pressed with as much severity as unquestionable duties, established by Gods known law,
and vain traditions by which Christian liberty is restrained, and these pressed with as much severity as unquestionable duties, established by God's known law,
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and doth extinguish and choke true Religion by thousands of things indifferent, making our bondage worse than the Jews, this is the mystery of Iniquity, to cheat us of the power of Godliness, by the shew of it, burdening of men with unnecessary observances.
and does extinguish and choke true Religion by thousands of things indifferent, making our bondage Worse than the jews, this is the mystery of Iniquity, to cheat us of the power of Godliness, by the show of it, burdening of men with unnecessary observances.
as (1.) Partly, the Idolizing of Pastors by an excess of Reverence, such as was prejudicial to the Interests of the Gospel, setting them up as heads of Factions, 1 Cor. 1.12.
as (1.) Partly, the Idolizing of Pastors by an excess of reverence, such as was prejudicial to the Interests of the Gospel, setting them up as Heads of Factions, 1 Cor. 1.12.
Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Paul, and I am of Apollos, and I of Cephas: 1 Cor. 3.22. Glory not in men, whether Paul, or Apollos, or Cephas, &c. This in time bred Tyranny and Slavery in the Church.
Now this I say, that every one of you Says, I am of Paul, and I am of Apollos, and I of Cephas: 1 Cor. 3.22. Glory not in men, whither Paul, or Apollos, or Cephas, etc. This in time bred Tyranny and Slavery in the Church.
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2. The Ambition of the Pastors themselves, and the spirit of contention for rule and precedency, Acts 20.29, 30. There shall arise among you ravening Wolves, speaking perverse things, to draw Disciples after them ;
2. The Ambition of the Pastors themselves, and the Spirit of contention for Rule and precedency, Acts 20.29, 30. There shall arise among you ravening Wolves, speaking perverse things, to draw Disciples After them;
4. Some kept their Jewish, others their Gentile Customs, so that Christian Religion was secretly tainted and mingled with the Seeds of Heathenism and Judaism, which afterwards produced the great Apostasie.
4. some kept their Jewish, Others their Gentile Customs, so that Christian Religion was secretly tainted and mingled with the Seeds of Heathenism and Judaism, which afterwards produced the great Apostasy.
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and not to God, and I would not that ye should have fellowship with Devils, and 2 Cor. 6.16. The worship of Angels, Interdiction of certain meats, then will-worship, and shews of humility, Col. 2.16.
and not to God, and I would not that you should have fellowship with Devils, and 2 Cor. 6.16. The worship of Angels, Interdiction of certain Meats, then will-worship, and shows of humility, Col. 2.16.
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and v. 22, 23. Why are ye subject to Ordinances, after the Commandments and Doctrines of men? which things have indeed a shew of wisdom in will-worship,
and v. 22, 23. Why Are you Subject to Ordinances, After the commandments and Doctrines of men? which things have indeed a show of Wisdom in will-worship,
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and humility, and neglecting of the body. Contempt of Magistracy, 2 Pet. 2.10. But chiefly them that walk after the flesh, in the lust of uncleanness, and despise Government;
and humility, and neglecting of the body. Contempt of Magistracy, 2 Pet. 2.10. But chiefly them that walk After the Flesh, in the lust of uncleanness, and despise Government;
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That when that impediment shall be removed, then Antichrist shall be revealed; only he that now letteth will let, till he be taken out of the way: where observe,
That when that impediment shall be removed, then Antichrist shall be revealed; only he that now lets will let, till he be taken out of the Way: where observe,
there was desire of rule, some superstitious and false Doctrines, some mixture of humane inventions, borrowed both from Jewish and Heathenish Rites ▪ mingled with the worship of God, some secret rising of Antichristian Dominion, some playing at lesser Game,
there was desire of Rule, Some superstitious and false Doctrines, Some mixture of humane Inventions, borrowed both from Jewish and Heathenish Rites ▪ mingled with the worship of God, Some secret rising of Antichristian Dominion, Some playing At lesser Game,
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as Victor took upon him to excommunicate the Eastern Churches for the matter of Easter, but before this obstacle was removed he could not fully appear,
as Victor took upon him to excommunicate the Eastern Churches for the matter of Easter, but before this obstacle was removed he could not Fully appear,
3. He that is the Emperour, must be taken out of the way, that is, either by the removal of his Person and Throne from the City of Rome, or till the Roman Empire be ruined,
3. He that is the Emperor, must be taken out of the Way, that is, either by the removal of his Person and Throne from the city of Room, or till the Roman Empire be ruined,
Well then note three things for the time of Antichrist. 1. Before the obstacle was removed he could not appear. 2. When this obstacle was removed ▪ presently he appeared. 3. The degrees of the falling of the one are the degrees of the exaltation and establishment of the other,
Well then note three things for the time of Antichrist. 1. Before the obstacle was removed he could not appear. 2. When this obstacle was removed ▪ presently he appeared. 3. The Degrees of the falling of the one Are the Degrees of the exaltation and establishment of the other,
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now if the Roman Empire were the only impediment (the Apostle useth t•e word NONLATINALPHABET) therefore as soon as that should be removed, Antichrist would infallibly be revealed. (3.) Though this Empire be not abolished,
now if the Roman Empire were the only impediment (the Apostle uses t•e word) Therefore as soon as that should be removed, Antichrist would infallibly be revealed. (3.) Though this Empire be not abolished,
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therefore surely it is compleated by this time, and not reserved to a short space of time a little before Christs coming to Judgment. (2.) This spiritual usurped Power w•s to break forth upon the fall of the Empire, accordingly so it did,
Therefore surely it is completed by this time, and not reserved to a short Molle of time a little before Christ coming to Judgement. (2.) This spiritual usurped Power w•s to break forth upon the fallen of the Empire, accordingly so it did,
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though it grew to its monstrous excess and height by degrees, as to Ecclesiastical Dominion in Boniface the Third, who obtaineth from Phocas the Title of Universal Bishop,
though it grew to its monstrous excess and height by Degrees, as to Ecclesiastical Dominion in Boniface the Third, who obtaineth from Phocas the Title of Universal Bishop,
there are two things. 1. The Title given to Antichrist, NONLATINALPHABET, the wicked. 2. His appearing in the World, upon the taking away the impediment, shall be revealed. 2. As to his ruine, three things are observable. 1. The progress of his destruction, which is here considered as begun, or as consummated.
there Are two things. 1. The Title given to Antichrist,, the wicked. 2. His appearing in the World, upon the taking away the impediment, shall be revealed. 2. As to his ruin, three things Are observable. 1. The progress of his destruction, which is Here considered as begun, or as consummated.
3. The means. 1. Gods word, called his breath, or the spirit of his mouth. 2. The brightness of his coming, namely when he shall come to judge the World in the Glory of the Father.
3. The means. 1. God's word, called his breath, or the Spirit of his Mouth. 2. The brightness of his coming, namely when he shall come to judge the World in the Glory of the Father.
1. The Title given to Antichrist, NONLATINALPHABET, that lawless one, or Son of Belial: it is the property of Antichrist to boast himself to be above all laws,
1. The Title given to Antichrist,, that lawless one, or Son of Belial: it is the property of Antichrist to boast himself to be above all laws,
if a Prince, to be excommunicated, deposed, and his Subjects freed from all Allegiance to him? Who is he, that taketh upon him with Faculties, Licences,
if a Prince, to be excommunicated, deposed, and his Subject's freed from all Allegiance to him? Who is he, that Takes upon him with Faculties, Licences,
and Pardons, to dispence with the Law of God, and to allow open and notorious sins? Who is he that by his own Writers is said to be solutus omni lege humanâ, freed from all humane law ( Hostiensis ) nec ullo jure humano ligari potest, that hath a Paramount Authority to all Laws, that he cannot be bound by them,
and Pardons, to dispense with the Law of God, and to allow open and notorious Sins? Who is he that by his own Writers is said to be Solutus omni lege humanâ, freed from all humane law (hostiensis) nec ullo jure Human ligari potest, that hath a Paramount authority to all Laws, that he cannot be bound by them,
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or Matrimony, the bond of conjugal Relations? but one expresly saith, that he is supra jus, contra jus, extra jus, above Law, against Law, and without Law;
or Matrimony, the bound of conjugal Relations? but one expressly Says, that he is supra jus, contra jus, extra jus, above Law, against Law, and without Law;
and the worship of the Saints and Angels, with a worship which is only due to God? which is the great NONLATINALPHABET, the lawlessness, which the pure Christian Rule condemneth, and brandeth for such:
and the worship of the Saints and Angels, with a worship which is only due to God? which is the great, the lawlessness, which the pure Christian Rule Condemneth, and brandeth for such:
& sacerdotum exercitus ei praeparatur, an Army of Priests is prepared to serve him as their General, this he, ( fidenter dico, I speak confidently:) and within six years or thereabouts, Phocas conferred on Pope Boniface the same Title, to ingratiate himself with the people of that part of the Empire,
& Sacerdotum Exercitus ei praeparatur, an Army of Priests is prepared to serve him as their General, this he, (Confidently dico, I speak confidently:) and within six Years or thereabouts, Phocas conferred on Pope Boniface the same Title, to ingratiate himself with the people of that part of the Empire,
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like another Dioclesian, and in defence of Image worship he openly •esisted Phillipicus the Emperour of Greece, and encouraged Iustine and Anastasius, Tyrants and Murderers, who submitted themselves to him with Adoration:
like Another Diocletian, and in defence of Image worship he openly •esisted Phillipicus the Emperor of Greece, and encouraged Justin and Anastasius, Tyrants and Murderers, who submitted themselves to him with Adoration:
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and Usurpations, that Rome, as the Place, and the Pope, the Person, as considered in his succession, claiming the same power. 500 years before Luther, Peter Bruis begun,
and Usurpations, that Room, as the Place, and the Pope, the Person, as considered in his succession, claiming the same power. 500 Years before Luther, Peter Bruis begun,
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and Henry his Scholar succeeded him, and both of them succeeded by the Waldenses and Albigenses, then Wickliff, the Bohemians, who have all pleaded and proved that the Pope was the very Antichrist;
and Henry his Scholar succeeded him, and both of them succeeded by the Waldenses and Albigenses, then Wickliffe, the Bohemians, who have all pleaded and proved that the Pope was the very Antichrist;
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In the fifteenth Centurty, about 1500. there were some remainder of the Albigenses about the Alpes, some few Reliques of the Hussites and Calixtines in Bohemia, so few,
In the fifteenth Centurty, about 1500. there were Some remainder of the Albigenses about the Alps, Some few Relics of the Hussites and Calixtines in Bohemia, so few,
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and in the very Day, and in the Church, where Pope Leo the Tenth at Rome had Created 31. Cardinals, a sudden Tempest dashed the Keys out of the hands of the Image of St Peter, shewing God would begin to take away their Power.
and in the very Day, and in the Church, where Pope Leo the Tenth At Room had Created 31. Cardinals, a sudden Tempest dashed the Keys out of the hands of the Image of Saint Peter, showing God would begin to take away their Power.
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Doct. That a spiritual eye can discern the ruin of wicked instruments, even in their rise and Reign. Job 5.3. I have seen the foolish taking root, and presently I c•rsed his habitation:
Doct. That a spiritual eye can discern the ruin of wicked Instruments, even in their rise and Reign. Job 5.3. I have seen the foolish taking root, and presently I c•rsed his habitation:
I [ presently ] that is, without any great deliberation, which in this matter needeth not, [ cursed ] their habitation, not as desiring, but as forseeing and foretelling.
I [ presently ] that is, without any great deliberation, which in this matter needs not, [ cursed ] their habitation, not as desiring, but as Foreseeing and foretelling.
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1. Their Faith occasion such a reflection, which is the evidence of things not seen, Heb. 11.1. they lookt not at things, as at present they seem to short-sighted men, or as they relish to the flesh;
1. Their Faith occasion such a reflection, which is the evidence of things not seen, Hebrew 11.1. they looked not At things, as At present they seem to shortsighted men, or as they relish to the Flesh;
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as ready to be cut down and withered. (2.) To prevent Apostasie, they chuse the better part, that chuse the Holiness and Patience of the Saints, 2 Cor. 4.18. While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen;
as ready to be Cut down and withered. (2.) To prevent Apostasy, they choose the better part, that choose the Holiness and Patience of the Saints, 2 Cor. 4.18. While we look not At the things which Are seen, but At the things which Are not seen;
as he hath an use for the Devil himself, therefore permitteth him some limited power, but yet he holdeth him in the Chains of his invicible Providence;
as he hath an use for the devil himself, Therefore permitteth him Some limited power, but yet he holds him in the Chains of his invincible Providence;
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so hath he a use for the Devils eldest Son, for Antichrist, and Antichristian Adversaries, which if their power were wholly gone could not be performed, as
so hath he a use for the Devils eldest Son, for Antichrist, and Antichristian Adversaries, which if their power were wholly gone could not be performed, as
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God will not want a rod to scourge his disobedient Children, as Isa. 10.5 he calleth the Assyrian the rod of his Ange•, the Instrument that he maketh use off to punish those with whom he is angry;
God will not want a rod to scourge his disobedient Children, as Isaiah 10.5 he calls the assyrian the rod of his Ange•, the Instrument that he makes use off to Punish those with whom he is angry;
Heathens and Turks are at a distance from us, our miseries will come from Antichristianism, who are nearer at hand to execute the Lords vengeance when we grow wanton.
heathens and Turks Are At a distance from us, our misery's will come from Antichristianism, who Are nearer At hand to execute the lords vengeance when we grow wanton.
Antichristianism in all the branches of it is a sort of Religion suited to Worldly interests, 1 John 4.5. They are of the World, therefore speak they of the World, and the World heareth them:
Antichristianism in all the branches of it is a sort of Religion suited to Worldly interests, 1 John 4.5. They Are of the World, Therefore speak they of the World, and the World hears them:
Now we have received, not the spirit of the World, but the spirit which is of God, therefore God will try who are the formal and pretended Christians, that serve their own bellies,
Now we have received, not the Spirit of the World, but the Spirit which is of God, Therefore God will try who Are the formal and pretended Christians, that serve their own bellies,
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Therefore when the Saints under the Altar groaned, Rev. 6.10. How long Lord, holy and true, dost thou not avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth ;
Therefore when the Saints under the Altar groaned, Rev. 6.10. How long Lord, holy and true, dost thou not avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth;
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in every Age God will have his Witnesses, who by their Faith and Patience, and not loving their lives to the Death, should promote the Lambs Kingdom, before they receive their Crown;
in every Age God will have his Witnesses, who by their Faith and Patience, and not loving their lives to the Death, should promote the Lambs Kingdom, before they receive their Crown;
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and therefore, though Antichrist be consumed more and more, yet he hath so many abettors of his Kingdom left as may try Faith and Patience of the Saints.
and Therefore, though Antichrist be consumed more and more, yet he hath so many abettors of his Kingdom left as may try Faith and Patience of the Saints.
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3. To Cure our Divisions, Nazianzen called the Enemies NONLATINALPHABET, the common reconcilers; the Dog is let loose to make the Sheep flock together;
3. To Cure our Divisions, Nazianzen called the Enemies, the Common reconcilers; the Dog is let lose to make the Sheep flock together;
we are hardened in our strifes against each other, till a common danger unite us. It is noted, that when there was a strife between the Herdsmen of Abrahams Cattle,
we Are hardened in our strifes against each other, till a Common danger unite us. It is noted, that when there was a strife between the Herdsmen of Abrahams Cattle,
and Lots Cattle, the Canaanite and Perizzite were yet in the Land, Gen. 13.7. God will unite those in common sufferings, whose stubborn humours will not suffer them to meet upon other terms.
and Lots Cattle, the Canaanite and Perizzite were yet in the Land, Gen. 13.7. God will unite those in Common sufferings, whose stubborn humours will not suffer them to meet upon other terms.
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4. To keep up a remembrance of his mercies, Psal. 59.11. Slay them not, lest my people forget, scatter them by thy power, and bring them down, O Lord, our shield.
4. To keep up a remembrance of his Mercies, Psalm 59.11. Slay them not, lest my people forget, scatter them by thy power, and bring them down, Oh Lord, our shield.
God would not destroy the Canaanites at once, lest the beasts of the field should increase upon them, Deut. 7.22. nor all abettors of Antichristianism, lest his people should lye open to such evils as they cannot bear.
God would not destroy the Canaanites At once, lest the beasts of the field should increase upon them, Deuteronomy 7.22. nor all abettors of Antichristianism, lest his people should lie open to such evils as they cannot bear.
why should we be in doubt any longer? The pomp and height was much about 1500. years after Christ, what a Consumption hath happened since, by the reviving Religion and Learning, the Christian World should with thankfulness take notice of, by the falling of Germany, England, France, and Hungary in a great part, together with Denmark, Sweden, Poland, and other Countries;
why should we be in doubt any longer? The pomp and height was much about 1500. Years After christ, what a Consumption hath happened since, by the reviving Religion and Learning, the Christian World should with thankfulness take notice of, by the falling of Germany, England, France, and Hungary in a great part, together with Denmark, Sweden, Poland, and other Countries;
but it is comfortable to know him by his discovery and Consumption, and Gods blessing such unlikely means at the beginning, so such a wonderful effect.
but it is comfortable to know him by his discovery and Consumption, and God's blessing such unlikely means At the beginning, so such a wondered Effect.
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and what havock hath been made of the Evangelical Churches, the Book of Caraffa, the Bishop and Legat of the Pope, called Germania sacra restaurata, sheweth, wherein many notable things concerning their Artifices, to replant Popery, are set down.
and what havoc hath been made of the Evangelical Churches, the Book of Caraffa, the Bishop and Legate of the Pope, called Germania sacra restaurata, shows, wherein many notable things Concerning their Artifices, to replant Popery, Are Set down.
Christ warned his hearers to make use of the light, because of the darkness coming upon them, Iohn 12.35, 36. You never knew the Gospel powerfully preached, but Tryals came;
christ warned his hearers to make use of the Light, Because of the darkness coming upon them, John 12.35, 36. You never knew the Gospel powerfully preached, but Trials Come;
Heb. 10.32, 34. For ye had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in your selves, that you have in heaven a better, and an enduring substance.
Hebrew 10.32, 34. For you had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in your selves, that you have in heaven a better, and an enduring substance.
Castles are first victualled, then besieged; the ministry is consolatory mostly. 2. When men can neither bear our vices, not their proper remedies; Ezek. 24.13. In thy filthiness is lewdness, because I have purged thee, and thou wast not purged, thou shalt not be purged from thy filthiness any more, till I have caused my fury to rest upon thee :
Castles Are First victualed, then besieged; the Ministry is consolatory mostly. 2. When men can neither bear our vices, not their proper remedies; Ezekiel 24.13. In thy filthiness is Lewdness, Because I have purged thee, and thou wast not purged, thou shalt not be purged from thy filthiness any more, till I have caused my fury to rest upon thee:
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we warp in the Sunshine, will not know the way of Peace. Eusebius says before Dioclesians Persecution, NONLATINALPHABET, the Church was torn with intestine broils, Pastors against Pastors, and People against People:
we warp in the Sunshine, will not know the Way of Peace. Eusebius Says before Diocletians Persecution,, the Church was torn with intestine broils, Pastors against Pastors, and People against People:
and partly, when indifferent and Atheistical conceits do dispose their minds no more to one Religion than other, usually then is a Nation fitted for such a change.
and partly, when indifferent and Atheistical conceits do dispose their minds no more to one Religion than other, usually then is a nation fitted for such a change.
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a people well awaked will not change their Religion, •he envious man sowed tares, while the servants s•ept • Mat. 13.25. Be instant with God in Prayer, as all good Christians should be, when the Church is in danger: as David, Psal. 59.13.
a people well awaked will not change their Religion, •he envious man sowed tares, while the Servants s•ept • Mathew 13.25. Be instant with God in Prayer, as all good Christians should be, when the Church is in danger: as David, Psalm 59.13.
unto the ends of the earth. Selah. The Consumption is at hand, Luke 21.36. Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be counted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass.
unto the ends of the earth. Selac. The Consumption is At hand, Lycia 21.36. Watch you Therefore, and pray always, that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass.
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there are two stumbling blocks, the Idolatry of the Romish Synagogue, and the evil manners of the reformed Churches. 3. Be fortified and established, 1. By knowledge;
there Are two stumbling blocks, the Idolatry of the Romish Synagogue, and the evil manners of the reformed Churches. 3. Be fortified and established, 1. By knowledge;
and •o we are not prepared to resist temptations. 2. By Grace; it is good the heart should be established by Grace, Heb. 13.9. the new nature will caution men against many Popish errors, 1 John 2.20. Ye have an unction from the holy one, and ye know all things ;
and •o we Are not prepared to resist temptations. 2. By Grace; it is good the heart should be established by Grace, Hebrew 13.9. the new nature will caution men against many Popish errors, 1 John 2.20. You have an unction from the holy one, and you know all things;
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1. His Providential Word, that is, when Christ faith, Let it be done, it shall be done. Isa. 11.4. He shall smite the Earth with the Rod of his mouth, and with the breath of his lips he shall slay the wicked ;
1. His Providential Word, that is, when christ faith, Let it be done, it shall be done. Isaiah 11.4. He shall smite the Earth with the Rod of his Mouth, and with the breath of his lips he shall slay the wicked;
Now to execute Judgment upon them, Christ needeth no more than the Rod of his mouth, that powerful Word, whereby he created all things, Ps. 33.6. By the words of the Lord were the Heavens made, and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth ; Upholdeth all things, Heb. 1.3. Upholding all things by the word of his Power ;
Now to execute Judgement upon them, christ needs no more than the Rod of his Mouth, that powerful Word, whereby he created all things, Ps. 33.6. By the words of the Lord were the Heavens made, and all the host of them by the breath of his Mouth; Upholds all things, Hebrew 1.3. Upholding all things by the word of his Power;
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2. It is meant of the Efficacy of his Gospel, as it is accompanied by his Spirit, called the Sword of the Spirit, Eph. 6.17. and it is said to be quick and powerful, Heb. •. 12. and Rev. 2.16. Repent, or I will come against thee quickly, and smite thee with the Sword of my mouth ;
2. It is meant of the Efficacy of his Gospel, as it is accompanied by his Spirit, called the Sword of the Spirit, Ephesians 6.17. and it is said to be quick and powerful, Hebrew •. 12. and Rev. 2.16. repent, or I will come against thee quickly, and smite thee with the Sword of my Mouth;
and seek to make them contemptible by all the means they can. Again, his Kingdom is carryed on by Falshood, and his Cheats, and Impostures, and Wickedness,
and seek to make them contemptible by all the means they can. Again, his Kingdom is carried on by Falsehood, and his Cheats, and Impostors, and Wickedness,
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But here ariseth a Question, shall Antichrist be consumed no other way • but by the Spirit of his mouth? We read in the Prophecy, of Wars, by which the Antichristian State is brought to nought. I answer.
But Here arises a Question, shall Antichrist be consumed no other Way • but by the Spirit of his Mouth? We read in the Prophecy, of Wars, by which the Antichristian State is brought to nought. I answer.
Simply to put down a Religion by force of arms, is not our way, it is not lawful certainly to invade other Nations upon the pure and sole title of Rel•gion:
Simply to put down a Religion by force of arms, is not our Way, it is not lawful Certainly to invade other nations upon the pure and sole title of Rel•gion:
Constamine warred against Licinius, his Collegue• not because an Infidel, but because he persecuted the Christians, contrary to their Capitulations. Lewis the XII. caused it to be disputed in a Synod at Tours, Num liceret Papae abs { que } causa Principi bellum inferre? when it was answered, Non licet: a second Question, Num tali Principi sua defensione fas sit eu• invadere ? Their Answers were, Licet ;
Constamine warred against Licinius, his Collegue• not Because an Infidel, but Because he persecuted the Christians, contrary to their Capitulations. Lewis the XII. caused it to be disputed in a Synod At Tours, Num liceret Pope abs { que } causa Principi bellum infer? when it was answered, Non licet: a second Question, Num tali Principi sua defension fas sit eu• invadere? Their Answers were, Licet;
for they are mighty through God to bring down all the strongs holds of sin and Antichrist, 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. Oh incourage your selves in the Lord, you have the merit of his Humiliation,
for they Are mighty through God to bring down all the strongs holds of since and Antichrist, 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. O encourage your selves in the Lord, you have the merit of his Humiliation,
Merit, what cannot the blood of Christ do to fetch off men from their inveterate prejudices and superstitions? 1 Pet. 1.18. We are redeemed by the blood of Christ from our vain Conversations :
Merit, what cannot the blood of christ do to fetch off men from their inveterate prejudices and superstitions? 1 Pet. 1.18. We Are redeemed by the blood of christ from our vain Conversations:
his Word, that is, the Rod of his strength, Psal. 110.2. which hath a mighty power to convince, transform and convert Souls, Rom 1.16. For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ, which is the power of God unto Salvation.
his Word, that is, the Rod of his strength, Psalm 110.2. which hath a mighty power to convince, transform and convert Souls, Rom 1.16. For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of christ, which is the power of God unto Salvation.
2. If you would defend your selves, and wound the Enemy, be much acquainted with the word of God, which is the Sword of the Spirit, Eph. 6.17. thereby you may ward off every blow of a Temptation.
2. If you would defend your selves, and wound the Enemy, be much acquainted with the word of God, which is the Sword of the Spirit, Ephesians 6.17. thereby you may ward off every blow of a Temptation.
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Surely then we should be much acquainted with this wo•d, that it may dwell in us richly, that we m•y have it ready, this is enough to make wise the simple for all necessary duties and defence.
Surely then we should be much acquainted with this wo•d, that it may dwell in us richly, that we m•y have it ready, this is enough to make wise the simple for all necessary duties and defence.
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3. Pray heartily, that the word of God may have a free course, 2 Thess. 3.1. and t•at God would send forth labourers into his Harvest, Matth. 9.38. 2. The final destruction of Antichrist, and destroy him by the brightness of his coming.
3. prey heartily, that the word of God may have a free course, 2 Thess 3.1. and t•at God would send forth labourers into his Harvest, Matthew 9.38. 2. The final destruction of Antichrist, and destroy him by the brightness of his coming.
This coming is most likely to be the coming of Christ, so often mentioned, 2 Thess. 1.7, 8. When the Lord Iesus shall be revealed from heaven, with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire, taking vengeance on those that know not God,
This coming is most likely to be the coming of christ, so often mentioned, 2 Thess 1.7, 8. When the Lord Iesus shall be revealed from heaven, with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire, taking vengeance on those that know not God,
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and by our gathering together unto him, That ye be not soon shaken in mind, nor be troubled, neither by spirit, not by word, nor by letter, as from us,
and by our gathering together unto him, That you be not soon shaken in mind, nor be troubled, neither by Spirit, not by word, nor by Letter, as from us,
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but this would ingage us in many dark Pro•hecies, which I shall not meddle withal (intending only a doctrinal discovery of Antichrist) as how long before his coming, by what means:
but this would engage us in many dark Pro•hecies, which I shall not meddle withal (intending only a doctrinal discovery of Antichrist) as how long before his coming, by what means:
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Sure I am, that at his coming, the Beast and false Prophet shall be slain, and cast into the lake of fire, Rev. 19.20. but for other things, I have not light enough certainly to define.
Sure I am, that At his coming, the Beast and false Prophet shall be slave, and cast into the lake of fire, Rev. 19.20. but for other things, I have not Light enough Certainly to define.
Vse. Be not discouraged though Antichrist yet remain after all the endeavours against him. It is enough that Antichristianism shall be finished, and finally destroyed.
Use. Be not discouraged though Antichrist yet remain After all the endeavours against him. It is enough that Antichristianism shall be finished, and finally destroyed.
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as Sathan deceived our first Parents; for he was a murderer and a lyar from the beginnning, John 8.44. I fear, lest by any means, as the Serpent beguiled Eve by his subtilty;
as Sathan deceived our First Parents; for he was a murderer and a liar from the beginning, John 8.44. I Fear, lest by any means, as the Serpent beguiled Eve by his subtlety;
so is NONLATINALPHABET often rendered, and the energy of the Devil, and Influence upon all wickedness is spoken of elsewhere, Eph. 2. 3. The Spirit that now worketh in the Children of Disobedience ;
so is often rendered, and the energy of the devil, and Influence upon all wickedness is spoken of elsewhere, Ephesians 2. 3. The Spirit that now works in the Children of Disobedience;
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Truly the signs of an Apostle were wrought among you in all places, in signs and wonders, and mighty deeds, NONLATINALPHABET, NONLATINALPHABET: So Acts 2.22. Iesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you, by miracles, wonders and signs: So Heb. 2.4. God also bearing them witness, both with signs and wonders, and with divers miracles: Rom. 15.19. Through. mighty signs and wonders, through the power of the spirit of God:
Truly the Signs of an Apostle were wrought among you in all places, in Signs and wonders, and mighty Deeds,,: So Acts 2.22. Iesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you, by Miracles, wonders and Signs: So Hebrew 2.4. God also bearing them witness, both with Signs and wonders, and with diverse Miracles: Rom. 15.19. Through. mighty Signs and wonders, through the power of the Spirit of God:
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for it agreeth to all the words, though affixed to one of them. But why lying wonders? partly because the greatest number of them are meer. Fables, notorious Impostures, and Forgeries:
for it agreeth to all the words, though affixed to one of them. But why lying wonders? partly Because the greatest number of them Are mere. Fables, notorious Impostors, and Forgeries:
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other things done by Diabolical illusion, as there may be Apparitions, Visions, Spectres; for Sathan will bestir himself to keep up the credit of his Ministers.
other things done by Diabolical illusion, as there may be Apparitions, Visions, Spectres; for Sathan will Bestir himself to keep up the credit of his Ministers.
Lastly, if we cannot otherwise disprove them, if they tend to false Doctrine and worship, they are to be rejected, whatever extraordinary appearance there be in them.
Lastly, if we cannot otherwise disprove them, if they tend to false Doctrine and worship, they Are to be rejected, whatever extraordinary appearance there be in them.
and by what ways he promoteth his own Kingdom. 1. By Ignorance; for the Devils are called, Eph. 6.12. The Rulers of the Darkness of this World, and his Kingdom is called, the Kingdom of Darkness, Col. 1.13. the Princelike Authority and Government, which by Gods permission he exerciseth in the World, is over, those, who remain in a state of Darkness and Ignorance.
and by what ways he promoteth his own Kingdom. 1. By Ignorance; for the Devils Are called, Ephesians 6.12. The Rulers of the Darkness of this World, and his Kingdom is called, the Kingdom of Darkness, Col. 1.13. the Princelike authority and Government, which by God's permission he Exerciseth in the World, is over, those, who remain in a state of Darkness and Ignorance.
and Tyranny and Usurpation in Government. 2. The next thing ascribed to him is Error, so it is said, John 8.44. He abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him;
and Tyranny and Usurpation in Government. 2. The next thing ascribed to him is Error, so it is said, John 8.44. He Abided not in the truth, Because there is no truth in him;
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Well then, where should his eminent Power and Residence be, but in that Society of professed Christians, where most errors and corruptions in Doctrine and Worship have been introduced, where they teach men to pray to,
Well then, where should his eminent Power and Residence be, but in that Society of professed Christians, where most errors and corruptions in Doctrine and Worship have been introduced, where they teach men to pray to,
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and profess they can live perfectly without sin, and meritoriously, and supererogate besides, and lay up a Treasury of merits to redeem Souls from Purgatory, &c. There will be errors and mistakes in Religion, while men are men;
and profess they can live perfectly without since, and meritoriously, and supererogate beside, and lay up a Treasury of merits to Redeem Souls from Purgatory, etc. There will be errors and mistakes in Religion, while men Are men;
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therefore the Psalmist saith, All the gods of the Nations, are Idols or Devils, Ps. 96.5. and the Devil was the great Master and Contriver of this Idolatry;
Therefore the Psalmist Says, All the God's of the nations, Are Idols or Devils, Ps. 96.5. and the devil was the great Master and Contriver of this Idolatry;
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therefore it is said, Psal. 106.37. They sacrificed their Sons and Daughters unto Devils: the service done to Idols, or Images of mans devising, is not done to God,
Therefore it is said, Psalm 106.37. They sacrificed their Sons and Daughters unto Devils: the service done to Idols, or Images of men devising, is not done to God,
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and are in effect served and obeyed by a false Religion, Deuter. 32.17. They sacrificed unto Devils, not unto God: 2 Cor. 10.20. The things which the Gentiles sacrificed, they sacrificed unto Devils, not unto God: 2 Chron. 11.15. And he ordained him Priests for the high places, and for the Devils, and for the Calves which he had made:
and Are in Effect served and obeyed by a false Religion, Deuter 32.17. They sacrificed unto Devils, not unto God: 2 Cor. 10.20. The things which the Gentiles sacrificed, they sacrificed unto Devils, not unto God: 2 Chronicles 11.15. And he ordained him Priests for the high places, and for the Devils, and for the Calves which he had made:
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than they, who have consented to, and continued in idolatrous worship? Surely then Sathan is concerned to befriend their Usurpations, and uphold their Interests;
than they, who have consented to, and continued in idolatrous worship? Surely then Sathan is concerned to befriend their Usurpations, and uphold their Interests;
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and wherefore slew he him? because his own works were evil, and his Brothers righteous, 1 John 3.12. Enmity to the power of Godliness came from Sathan, and wherever it is encouraged, and notoriously practised, they are a party of men governed and influenced by Sathan.
and Wherefore slew he him? Because his own works were evil, and his Brother's righteous, 1 John 3.12. Enmity to the power of Godliness Come from Sathan, and wherever it is encouraged, and notoriously practised, they Are a party of men governed and influenced by Sathan.
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Now where shall we find this Character, but in Antichrists Confederacy? In the Prophecy of him, Rev. 13.15. he caused as many as would no• worship the Image of the Beast to be kil•ed; and again, Rev. 17.5. The Woman, whose name was Mystery, was drunk with the blood of the Saints, and with the blood of the Martyrs of Iesus:
Now where shall we find this Character, but in Antichrists Confederacy? In the Prophecy of him, Rev. 13.15. he caused as many as would no• worship the Image of the Beast to be kil•ed; and again, Rev. 17.5. The Woman, whose name was Mystery, was drunk with the blood of the Saints, and with the blood of the Martyrs of Iesus:
The World is no stranger to their bloody Persecutions Oh, how many seeming Chris•ians hath Sathan employed in these works of Cruelty? When once he had seduced the Church to so many Errors,
The World is no stranger to their bloody Persecutions O, how many seeming Chris•ians hath Sathan employed in these works of Cruelty? When once he had seduced the Church to so many Errors,
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and corrupted the Doctrine and worship of Christ, he presently maketh the erroneous party his Instruments of as cruel and bloody Persecutions as were ever commenced by Infidels and Mahometans;
and corrupted the Doctrine and worship of christ, he presently makes the erroneous party his Instruments of as cruel and bloody Persecutions as were ever commenced by Infidels and Mahometans;
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proclaiming Croisados, and preaching up the merit of Paradise to such bloody Cut-throats, as had a mind to root them out, driving multitudes to perish in snowy Mountains.
proclaiming Croisados, and preaching up the merit of Paradise to such bloody Cutthroats, as had a mind to root them out, driving Multitudes to perish in snowy Mountains.
What Desolations they wrought in Bohemia, what horrible Massacres in France, what Fires they kindled in England, and of late, what Cruelties they exercised in Ireland, Piedmont, &c. Histories will tell you,
What Desolations they wrought in Bohemia, what horrible Massacres in France, what Fires they kindled in England, and of late, what Cruelties they exercised in Ireland, Piedmont, etc. Histories will tell you,
And after all this tell me, who is he, whose coming is after the working of Sathan? and whether we have cause to be mamoured of Blood, and Fires, and Inquisitions?
And After all this tell me, who is he, whose coming is After the working of Sathan? and whither we have cause to be mamoured of Blood, and Fires, and Inquisitions?
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5. That which is ascribed to Sathan is, that he is the God of this World, 2 Cor. 4.4.; and again, the Prince of this World, John 12.31. he playeth the God here, the Riches, Honours, and wealth of this World, are the great Instruments of his Kingdom;
5. That which is ascribed to Sathan is, that he is the God of this World, 2 Cor. 4.4.; and again, the Prince of this World, John 12.31. he plays the God Here, the Riches, Honours, and wealth of this World, Are the great Instruments of his Kingdom;
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but of the wicked, ungodly, ambitious World, surely Sathan is the Head. There are two Cities (as Austin distinguisheth them.) Ie•usalem is the City of God,
but of the wicked, ungodly, ambitious World, surely Sathan is the Head. There Are two Cities (as Austin Distinguisheth them.) Ie•usalem is the city of God,
and domineering over the Christian World, both Princes, Pastors, and People? and to uphold the Tyran•y, careth not what havock he maketh of the Church;
and domineering over the Christian World, both Princes, Pastors, and People? and to uphold the Tyran•y, Careth not what havoc he makes of the Church;
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how many Conjurers and Necromancers, (who expresly consulted and contracted with the Devil) from the Year 600. to the Year 1500. the Chair of pestilence yielded, the Histories tell us. (2.) In oreder 〈 ◊ 〉 the Devil had formerly, in the times of Popery,
how many Conjurers and Necromancers, (who expressly consulted and contracted with the devil) from the Year 600. to the Year 1500. the Chair of pestilence yielded, the Histories tell us. (2.) In oreder 〈 ◊ 〉 the devil had formerly, in the times of Popery,
all that I say is, haunting of Houses, and Apparitions, were much more common. Uses. 1. A detestation of Popery, whatever is of the Devil should be hated by us,
all that I say is, haunting of Houses, and Apparitions, were much more Common. Uses. 1. A detestation of Popery, whatever is of the devil should be hated by us,
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and your members as instruments of righteousness unto God; but yield not your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin : Rom. 13.12. Let us cast off the works of darkness, and put on the Armour of Light :
and your members as Instruments of righteousness unto God; but yield not your members as Instruments of unrighteousness unto since: Rom. 13.12. Let us cast off the works of darkness, and put on the Armour of Light:
and the Reformed Churches, For what concord hath Christ with Belial ? 2 Cor. 6.15, 16. What agre•ment hath the Temple of God with Idols ? You can never reconcile God and Sathan, the Seed of the Woman,
and the Reformed Churches, For what concord hath christ with Belial? 2 Cor. 6.15, 16. What agre•ment hath the Temple of God with Idols? You can never reconcile God and Sathan, the Seed of the Woman,
For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the Devil, 1 John 3.8. Every wicked act is Sathans Invention, he stirreth it up, is served by it, delights in it, his Kingdom goeth forward by it:
For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil, 1 John 3.8. Every wicked act is Satan's Invention, he stirs it up, is served by it, delights in it, his Kingdom Goes forward by it:
I come now to the second means. Doct. That Antichrist doth uphold his Kingdom by a false shew of Signs, and Wonders, and mighty Deeds. To evidence this,
I come now to the second means. Doct. That Antichrist does uphold his Kingdom by a false show of Signs, and Wonders, and mighty deeds. To evidence this,
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Some are either besides nature, when the course of nature is changed, as the standing still of the Sun in Ioshuah 's Days, the going back of the shadow on Ahaz his Di••, in Hezekiah 's time:
some Are either beside nature, when the course of nature is changed, as the standing still of the Sun in Joshua is Days, the going back of the shadow on Ahaz his Di••, in Hezekiah is time:
when the operation of it is obstructed, as w•en the three Children remained untouched in the Fiery Furnace, Dan. 3. the fire had not lost its property to burn,
when the operation of it is obstructed, as w•en the three Children remained untouched in the Fiery Furnace, Dan. 3. the fire had not lost its property to burn,
2. The Author, they are works exceeding the ability of second Causes, and therefore are always done by the Power of God, either immediately, or mediately;
2. The Author, they Are works exceeding the ability of second Causes, and Therefore Are always done by the Power of God, either immediately, or mediately;
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for Christ often appealeth to his works, John 5.36. For the works which the Father hath given me to finish, the same works that I do, bear witness of me, and John 10.38.
for christ often appealeth to his works, John 5.36. For the works which the Father hath given me to finish, the same works that I do, bear witness of me, and John 10.38.
Though ye believe not me, that is, his personal verbal Testimony, believe the works, that is, his Miracles, That ye may know and believe, that the Father is in me, and I in him.
Though you believe not me, that is, his personal verbal Testimony, believe the works, that is, his Miracles, That you may know and believe, that the Father is in me, and I in him.
And when Iohn sent his Disciples to know, whether he were the Messiah or no, (not so much for his own Confirmation as their satisfaction) Mat. 11.4.
And when John sent his Disciples to know, whither he were the Messiah or not, (not so much for his own Confirmation as their satisfaction) Mathew 11.4.
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a yew Law to promulgate, which is the Law of Faith, or the Gospel, and before this could be received, it was needful for him to manifest his Authority.
a yew Law to promulgate, which is the Law of Faith, or the Gospel, and before this could be received, it was needful for him to manifest his authority.
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And that he might be more readily and chearfully entertained, it was necessary to be evidenced, that he came not only by Gods Permission, but Commission;
And that he might be more readily and cheerfully entertained, it was necessary to be evidenced, that he Come not only by God's Permission, but Commission;
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and •id first set up the Gospel State, than there was afterwards, when the course and order of it was setled, and received in the World. 2. The sufficiency of it;
and •id First Set up the Gospel State, than there was afterwards, when the course and order of it was settled, and received in the World. 2. The sufficiency of it;
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Or else by some greater works, which should contradict the Testimony of these Wonders; as Moses did the Magicians of Egypt, Exod. 7.18. but no such thing could be alledged, or was pretended, therefore these were sufficient.
Or Else by Some greater works, which should contradict the Testimony of these Wonders; as Moses did the Magicians of Egypt, Exod 7.18. but no such thing could be alleged, or was pretended, Therefore these were sufficient.
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The Truth of Christs Office and Doctrine is fully proved, and cometh trasmitted to us, by the consent of many successions of Ages, in whose experience God hath blessed it to the convert•ng, comforting,
The Truth of Christ Office and Doctrine is Fully proved, and comes transmitted to us, by the consent of many successions of Ages, in whose experience God hath blessed it to the convert•ng, comforting,
and the voice of the terrible Trumpet, with which it was given at first on Mount Sinai, (one solemn Confirmation served for after Ages) they knew it was a Law given by the Ministry of Angels,
and the voice of the terrible Trumpet, with which it was given At First on Mount Sinai, (one solemn Confirmation served for After Ages) they knew it was a Law given by the Ministry of Angels,
3. That upon the ceasing of Miracles or their growing to be unnecessary, we have the more cause to suspect them, who will revive this pretence, of a power to work Miracles;
3. That upon the ceasing of Miracles or their growing to be unnecessary, we have the more cause to suspect them, who will revive this pretence, of a power to work Miracles;
especially after we are cautioned against these delusions, as here in the Text against the lying wonders of Antichrist, and elsewhere, Mat. 24.24. For there shall arise false Christs, and false Prophets, and shall shew great s•gns and wonders, in so much, that if it were possible, they shall deceive the very Elect ▪ and again, Rev. 13.13. He doth great wonders, so that he maketh fire come down from Heaven upon Earth, in the sight of men.
especially After we Are cautioned against these delusions, as Here in the Text against the lying wonders of Antichrist, and elsewhere, Mathew 24.24. For there shall arise false Christ, and false prophets, and shall show great s•gns and wonders, in so much, that if it were possible, they shall deceive the very Elect ▪ and again, Rev. 13.13. He does great wonders, so that he makes fire come down from Heaven upon Earth, in the sighed of men.
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We being thus cautioned and forewarned, Miracles thus performed are deceitful. But you will say, though Miracles are not necessary to confirm the Faith;
We being thus cautioned and forewarned, Miracles thus performed Are deceitful. But you will say, though Miracles Are not necessary to confirm the Faith;
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yet they are necessary to convince the falsehood of Heresies? Ans. Heresies being a corruption of the Faith once received, are to be confuted by Arguments, not Miracles;
yet they Are necessary to convince the falsehood of Heresies? Ans. Heresies being a corruption of the Faith once received, Are to be confuted by Arguments, not Miracles;
4. Whosoever teach false Doctrine, not consonant to the truth of Scriptures, or that Faith of Christ which was confirmed by Miracles, their Wonders are lying wonders,
4. Whosoever teach false Doctrine, not consonant to the truth of Scriptures, or that Faith of christ which was confirmed by Miracles, their Wonders Are lying wonders,
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For God is faithful, and cannot deny himself, and therefore he cannot be the Author of Miracles, whereby things contrary to ••ch other may be confirmed;
For God is faithful, and cannot deny himself, and Therefore he cannot be the Author of Miracles, whereby things contrary to ••ch other may be confirmed;
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but if an Angel preach any other Gospel unto you, than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed, Gal. 1.8. It is a supposition of an impossible Case, necessary to forewarn the people of God against the delusions of the Devil, changing himself into an Angel of Light.
but if an Angel preach any other Gospel unto you, than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed, Gal. 1.8. It is a supposition of an impossible Case, necessary to forewarn the people of God against the delusions of the devil, changing himself into an Angel of Light.
or else if there •e any thing in it, it giveth suspicions of magical illusion and converse with the Devil, which among their Votaries and Recluses, is no unusual thing.
or Else if there •e any thing in it, it gives suspicions of magical illusion and converse with the devil, which among their Votaries and Recluses, is no unusual thing.
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how the Virgin at Loretto was transported out of Galilee into Dalmatia, and by Angels in the Air to the remote parts of Italy, and setled there after some removes.
how the Virgae At Loretto was transported out of Galilee into Dalmatia, and by Angels in the Air to the remote parts of Italy, and settled there After Some removes.
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The Story is ridiculous, and I am serious, yet this draweth an infinite Company of Pilgrims there, where new Miracles are pretended to be wrought continually.
The Story is ridiculous, and I am serious, yet this draws an infinite Company of Pilgrim's there, where new Miracles Are pretended to be wrought continually.
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4. The Invocation of Saints• Alypius a Grammarian, being forsaken of his Physicians St Tiola appeared to him by night, demanding what he ailed? or what he would have? He answered, (to shew a touch of his Art, in Achilles his Speech to his Mother Thetis, in Homer, &c.) Thou knowest,
4. The Invocation of Saints• Alypius a Grammarian, being forsaken of his Physicians Saint Tiola appeared to him by night, demanding what he ailed? or what he would have? He answered, (to show a touch of his Art, in Achilles his Speech to his Mother Thetis, in Homer, etc.) Thou Knowest,
Malvenda saith, that at Meliapore in the East Indies, where St Thomas was killed by those barbarous people, digging to lay a foundation they found a square stone, in it a bloody Cross,
Malvenda Says, that At Meliapore in the East Indies, where Saint Thomas was killed by those barbarous people, digging to lay a Foundation they found a square stone, in it a bloody Cross,
and the Chappel being finished, in the beginning of the Gospel, in sight of the whole multitude, the Cross did sweat abundantly, the sweat wiped off, drops of blood appeared in the Linnen with which they wiped it, till at length it returned to its own colour.
and the Chappel being finished, in the beginning of the Gospel, in sighed of the Whole multitude, the Cross did sweat abundantly, the sweat wiped off, drops of blood appeared in the Linen with which they wiped it, till At length it returned to its own colour.
Bellarmine himself telleth us of an hungry Mare, kept three days wihout meat, yet when Provender was poured to her, in the presence of the Host, she forgetting her meat, with bowed head,
Bellarmine himself Telleth us of an hungry Mare, kept three days wihout meat, yet when Provender was poured to her, in the presence of the Host, she forgetting her meat, with bowed head,
A Bishop, being excommunicated by Pope Hildebrand, and inveighing against his Pride, was smitten with a Thunder Clap. Baronius, That while Pope Eugenius the Third, was Celebrating the Mass, a beam of the sun shone upon his head, in which were seen two Doves, ascending and descending, which an Eastern Legate seeing, submitted instantly to the Primacy. Vse. Another note of Antichrist;
A Bishop, being excommunicated by Pope Hildebrand, and inveighing against his Pride, was smitten with a Thunder Clap. Baronius, That while Pope Eugenius the Third, was Celebrating the Mass, a beam of the sun shone upon his head, in which were seen two Dove, ascending and descending, which an Eastern Legate seeing, submitted instantly to the Primacy. Use. another note of Antichrist;
SERMON VIII. 2 Thess. 2.10. With all deceivableness of unrighteousness in t••m that perish, because they received not the love of the truth that they might be saved.
SERMON VIII. 2 Thess 2.10. With all deceivableness of unrighteousness in t••m that perish, Because they received not the love of the truth that they might be saved.
WE have described unto you the head of the Antichristian State; we come now to the Subjects, especially the zealous Abettors and Promoters of this Kingdom.
WE have described unto you the head of the Antichristian State; we come now to the Subject's, especially the zealous Abettors and Promoters of this Kingdom.
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NONLATINALPHABET. Secondly, By their doom or misery, they are in a state of perdition, in them that perish. Thirdly, By their sin, which is the cause and reason of •his doom ▪ because they received not the•love of the truth that they might be saved.
. Secondly, By their doom or misery, they Are in a state of perdition, in them that perish. Thirdly, By their since, which is the cause and reason of •his doom ▪ Because they received not the•love of the truth that they might be saved.
And deceiveth them that dwell on the earth by the means of those miracles which he had power to do in the sight of the beast, &c. but the deceived are not altogether guiltless,
And deceives them that dwell on the earth by the means of those Miracles which he had power to do in the sighed of the beast, etc. but the deceived Are not altogether guiltless,
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That is the mildest se••e we can put upon it, they deserve to perish. No man perisheth but for his own fault, Hos. 13.9. O Israel thou hast ••stroyed thy self, but in me is thy help.
That is the Mildest se••e we can put upon it, they deserve to perish. No man Perishes but for his own fault, Hos. 13.9. Oh Israel thou hast ••stroyed thy self, but in me is thy help.
Fraudulent dealing should not so cozen us, as apparent unrighteousness, o• unfaithfulness •o Christ should warn us. 2. That they are in an actual state of perdition and unl•ss they come out of it, are undone for ever.
Fraudulent dealing should not so cozen us, as apparent unrighteousness, o• unfaithfulness •o christ should warn us. 2. That they Are in an actual state of perdition and unl•ss they come out of it, Are undone for ever.
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The Apostles when they propounded Ch•istian Doctrine at first, did use this term to distinguish impenitent unbelievers, from those that received the Gospel, as 1 Cor. 1.18. The preaching of the Cross is to them that perish foolishness, but unto us that are saved, the power of God. So 2 Cor. 2.15. We are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that perish, and in th•m that are saved.
The Apostles when they propounded Ch•istian Doctrine At First, did use this term to distinguish impenitent unbelievers, from those that received the Gospel, as 1 Cor. 1.18. The preaching of the Cross is to them that perish foolishness, but unto us that Are saved, the power of God. So 2 Cor. 2.15. We Are unto God a sweet savour of christ, in them that perish, and in th•m that Are saved.
So he distinguisheth them that receive the Faith, and them that receive it not; pe•itent believers are those that are saved, but impenitent unbelievers are those that perish;
So he Distinguisheth them that receive the Faith, and them that receive it not; pe•itent believers Are those that Are saved, but impenitent unbelievers Are those that perish;
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that is, are for the present, during their infidelity and impenitency, in an actual state of perdition. So 2 Cor. 4.3. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to those that are lost:
that is, Are for the present, during their infidelity and impenitency, in an actual state of perdition. So 2 Cor. 4.3. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to those that Are lost:
and receive his mark in his forehead, and in his hand, the same shall drink of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture, into the Cup of his indignation, and he shall be tormented with fire and brimstone, in the presence of the holy Angels,
and receive his mark in his forehead, and in his hand, the same shall drink of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture, into the Cup of his Indignation, and he shall be tormented with fire and brimstone, in the presence of the holy Angels,
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This is to be considered also, for damnable errors take not effect on Gods Elect. Mat. 24.24. If it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
This is to be considered also, for damnable errors take not Effect on God's Elect. Mathew 24.24. If it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
upon the Hypocritical professors that live in the visible Church. So it is said again, Rev. 13.8. All that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the Lambs book of life. And again, Rev. 17.8.
upon the Hypocritical professors that live in the visible Church. So it is said again, Rev. 13.8. All that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names Are not written in the Lambs book of life. And again, Rev. 17.8.
And they that dwell on the earth, shall wonder (whose names were not written in the book of life, from the foundation of the world ) The Elect are still excepted, which is much for the comfort of the Godly, who belong to Gods Election, that he shall not prevail over them, totally,
And they that dwell on the earth, shall wonder (whose names were not written in the book of life, from the Foundation of the world) The Elect Are still excepted, which is much for the Comfort of the Godly, who belong to God's Election, that he shall not prevail over them, totally,
receiving is put for entertaining, or believing the words, as Acts 8.14. When they heard that Samaria had received the word of God and Acts 11.1. That the Gentiles had received the word, and elsewhere.
receiving is put for entertaining, or believing the words, as Acts 8.14. When they herd that Samaria had received the word of God and Acts 11.1. That the Gentiles had received the word, and elsewhere.
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It is a dreadful argument we are upon, yet necessary to be known for our caution, however to be handled warily. (1.) It is certainly more meet for us to have a regard of our own estate,
It is a dreadful argument we Are upon, yet necessary to be known for our caution, however to be handled warily. (1.) It is Certainly more meet for us to have a regard of our own estate,
so many errors in Doctrine, corruptions in Worship, and Tyranny in Government, that if a man could be sa•ed, he is saved but as by fire, 1 Cor. 3.13. and no man that hath a care of his Soul, wi•l either embrace Popery, or continue in it;
so many errors in Doctrine, corruptions in Worship, and Tyranny in Government, that if a man could be sa•ed, he is saved but as by fire, 1 Cor. 3.13. and no man that hath a care of his Soul, wi•l either embrace Popery, or continue in it;
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where the way is plainest, there are difficulties enough, and the righteous are scarcely saved, and therefore in a questionable way, none should venture.
where the Way is Plainest, there Are difficulties enough, and the righteous Are scarcely saved, and Therefore in a questionable Way, none should venture.
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To these God speaketh when he said, Rev. 18.4. Come out of her my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues.
To these God speaks when he said, Rev. 18.4. Come out of her my people, that you be not partakers of her Sins, and that you receive not of her plagues.
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These were as those seven thousand in Israel that had not bowed the knee to Baal, Rom. 11.4. (4.) There is a difference to be put between those that err in the simplicity of their hearts, knowing no better;
These were as those seven thousand in Israel that had not bowed the knee to Baal, Rom. 11.4. (4.) There is a difference to be put between those that err in the simplicity of their hearts, knowing no better;
For simple ignorance is not so damning as obstinate error. Luke 12.48. But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes, &c. and 1 Tim. 1.13. But I obtained mercy because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.
For simple ignorance is not so damning as obstinate error. Luke 12.48. But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes, etc. and 1 Tim. 1.13. But I obtained mercy Because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.
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as when too much reverence is given to Ecclesiastical Orders and Constitutions, Penance, Auricular Confession, Fasting, &c. Now though the Case of a re•l Papist, who is compleat in this mystery of I•i•uity,
as when too much Reverence is given to Ecclesiastical Order and Constitutions, Penance, Auricular Confessi, Fasting, etc. Now though the Case of a re•l Papist, who is complete in this mystery of I•i•uity,
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and refuseth, hateth, persecuteth the truth offered, be desperate, yet the Lord •ay in tender mercy accept of other devout Souls, who yet live in that way,
and Refuseth, hates, persecuteth the truth offered, be desperate, yet the Lord •ay in tender mercy accept of other devout Souls, who yet live in that Way,
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and when the truth is taught and so clearly manifested ▪ so that for any by their own voluntary choice, to run into Popery, it is a p•ain defection from Christ to Antichrist;
and when the truth is taught and so clearly manifested ▪ so that for any by their own voluntary choice, to run into Popery, it is a p•ain defection from christ to Antichrist;
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And the plenty of means aggravateth their fault, and maketh their Condemnation the •ore just. John. 3.19. This is the Condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness more than light.
And the plenty of means Aggravateth their fault, and makes their Condemnation the •ore just. John. 3.19. This is the Condemnation, that Light is come into the world, and men loved darkness more than Light.
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The truth was not for their turns, but was contrary to their lusts, and passions, and prejudices, and these they preferred before the light of the Gospel shining to them.
The truth was not for their turns, but was contrary to their Lustiest, and passion, and prejudices, and these they preferred before the Light of the Gospel shining to them.
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no it is not weakness but wilfulness which is here intimated, not a defect of their minds, but their hearts, Joh. 8.15. Because I tell you the truth, ye believe me not:
no it is not weakness but wilfulness which is Here intimated, not a defect of their minds, but their hearts, John 8.15. Because I tell you the truth, you believe me not:
Their lusts lie more in opposition to the truth, than speculative doubts and errors: Luke 16.14. And the Pharisees, who were covetous, when they heard all these things, they derided him ;
Their Lustiest lie more in opposition to the truth, than speculative doubts and errors: Lycia 16.14. And the Pharisees, who were covetous, when they herd all these things, they derided him;
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but love belongeth to the will, and we must believe with all the heart, Acts 8.37. There may be knowledge without Faith as an Heathen may understand the Christian Religion, though he believe it not, profess it not:
but love belongeth to the will, and we must believe with all the heart, Acts 8.37. There may be knowledge without Faith as an Heathen may understand the Christian Religion, though he believe it not, profess it not:
He heareth the word, and the care of this World, and the deceitfulness of riches, choak the word, and he becometh unfruitful, ver. 22. Now what are the defects of this love? 1. It is not radicated:
He hears the word, and the care of this World, and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the word, and he Becometh unfruitful, ver. 22. Now what Are the defects of this love? 1. It is not radicated:
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God offereth in the Covenant exce•lent benefits, upon gracious terms and conditions, there must be a consent to the terms as well as an acceptation of the priviledges:
God Offereth in the Covenant exce•lent benefits, upon gracious terms and conditions, there must be a consent to the terms as well as an acceptation of the privileges:
Now as willingly as we yielded at first, we must keep up the same fervour still, Deut. 5.29. Oh that there were such an heart in them, that they would fear me and keep all my Commandments always;
Now as willingly as we yielded At First, we must keep up the same fervour still, Deuteronomy 5.29. O that there were such an heart in them, that they would Fear me and keep all my commandments always;
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therefore when Religion crosseth their interests, and the bent of their lusts, they seek to bring Religion to their hearts, not their hearts to Religion. 3. It is not strong,
Therefore when Religion Crosseth their interests, and the bent of their Lustiest, they seek to bring Religion to their hearts, not their hearts to Religion. 3. It is not strong,
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Many love the truth a little, but love other things more, will be at no cost for it. Solomon giveth advice, Prov. 23.23. Buy the truth and sell it not.
Many love the truth a little, but love other things more, will be At no cost for it. Solomon gives Advice, Curae 23.23. Buy the truth and fell it not.
We are not of them that draw back to •erdition, but of them that believe to the saving of the Soul. In closing with Christianity, that must be fixed as our scope, not to spare •he flesh, but to save the Soul:
We Are not of them that draw back to •erdition, but of them that believe to the Saving of the Soul. In closing with Christianity, that must be fixed as our scope, not to spare •he Flesh, but to save the Soul:
whereas in presence or absence we should work out our Salvation with fear and trembling, Phil. 2.12. otherwise men only keep within compass for a while, but they have the root of sin within them still. Or it may be novelty;
whereas in presence or absence we should work out our Salvation with Fear and trembling, Philip 2.12. otherwise men only keep within compass for a while, but they have the root of since within them still. Or it may be novelty;
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Iohn was an eminent man for pureness of Doctrine, and vigour of Zeal and the more corrupt sort of Jews, Pharisees as well as others, admired him for a while,
John was an eminent man for pureness of Doctrine, and vigour of Zeal and the more corrupt sort of jews, Pharisees as well as Others, admired him for a while,
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as the word of God, as the Apostle intimateth, 1 Thess. 2.13. The receiving of the word as the word of man, so it worketh only an humane passion, a delight in the gifts of the Ministry used, Ezech. 33.32. Thou art to them as a lovely Song of one that hath a pleasant voice.
as the word of God, as the Apostle intimateth, 1 Thess 2.13. The receiving of the word as the word of man, so it works only an humane passion, a delight in the Gifts of the Ministry used, Ezekiel 33.32. Thou art to them as a lovely Song of one that hath a pleasant voice.
Then there is a receiving it as the word of God, and then we receive it with much assurance and joy in the Holy Ghost, 1 Thess. 1.5. Our Gospel came to you, not in word, but in power, •nd much assurance and joy in the Holy Ghost.
Then there is a receiving it as the word of God, and then we receive it with much assurance and joy in the Holy Ghost, 1 Thess 1.5. Our Gospel Come to you, not in word, but in power, •nd much assurance and joy in the Holy Ghost.
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our contest is not who hath most wit and parts, but most grace. 5. They do not receive the love of the truth when it doth not produce its solid effects, which is a change of heart and life:
our contest is not who hath most wit and parts, but most grace. 5. They do not receive the love of the truth when it does not produce its solid effects, which is a change of heart and life:
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These were those that debauched Christianity, and meritoriè and effectivè, by their provocations and negligence, brought this degeneracy into the Church and Judgment on the Christian World.
These were those that debauched Christianity, and meritoriè and effectivè, by their provocations and negligence, brought this degeneracy into the Church and Judgement on the Christian World.
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2. How just this punishment is, (1.) Because God hath ever held this course on the Pagan World, who kept not the natural knowledge of God, he gave them up to vile affections, Rom. 1.28. The Jews who rejected Christ, Joh. 5.43.
2. How just this punishment is, (1.) Because God hath ever held this course on the Pagan World, who kept not the natural knowledge of God, he gave them up to vile affections, Rom. 1.28. The jews who rejected christ, John 5.43.
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When Christ cometh meerly for our benefit, the unthankful World will not make him welcome, but they will take worse in his room. So towards Christians;
When christ comes merely for our benefit, the unthankful World will not make him welcome, but they will take Worse in his room. So towards Christians;
men only prize the light as it may serve their turn (2.) The neglect and contempt of the truth is so hainous a sin, that it deserveth the greatest punishment: Heb. 2.3.
men only prize the Light as it may serve their turn (2.) The neglect and contempt of the truth is so heinous a since, that it deserveth the greatest punishment: Hebrew 2.3.
Alas, where is this love of the truth? (1.) Some are Gospel-glutted, loath Manna, a full-fed people must expect a Famine, Amos 8.2. In differences between God and Baal, Christ and Antichrist, few are valiant for the truth, Ier. 9.3. And they bend their tongue like their bow for lies, but they are not valiant for the truth upon the earth:
Alas, where is this love of the truth? (1.) some Are Gospel-glutted, loath Manna, a full-fed people must expect a Famine, Amos 8.2. In differences between God and Baal, christ and Antichrist, few Are valiant for the truth, Jeremiah 9.3. And they bend their tongue like their bow for lies, but they Are not valiant for the truth upon the earth:
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Jude 3. It was needful for me to write unto you, and to exhort you, that you should earnestly contend for the Faith which was once delivered unto the Saints.
U^de 3. It was needful for me to write unto you, and to exhort you, that you should earnestly contend for the Faith which was once Delivered unto the Saints.
They that use the truth only or principally for their own turns, hate to be reformed, God will reckon with them, Psal. 50.16, 17. But unto the wicked God saith, What hast thou to do to declare my Statutes? or that thou shouldst take my Covenant into thy mouth? seeing thou hatest instruction,
They that use the truth only or principally for their own turns, hate to be reformed, God will reckon with them, Psalm 50.16, 17. But unto the wicked God Says, What hast thou to do to declare my Statutes? or that thou Shouldst take my Covenant into thy Mouth? seeing thou Hatest instruction,
rejectio, or contemptio remedii, if we put away the word of God from us, Acts 13.46. Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, it was necessary, that the word of God should first have been spoken to you:
rejectio, or contemptio remedii, if we put away the word of God from us, Acts 13.46. Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, it was necessary, that the word of God should First have been spoken to you:
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God will be gone, if not from the Land, from thy Soul. This is the most hainous iniquity of all, Heb. 10.28, 29. He that despised Moses his Law died without mercy under two or three witnesses:
God will be gone, if not from the Land, from thy Soul. This is the most heinous iniquity of all, Hebrew 10.28, 29. He that despised Moses his Law died without mercy under two or three Witnesses:
1. The Author of it, God shall send it. 2. The degree, or nature of the punishment, strong delusion. 3. The issue of it, that they should believe a lie.
1. The Author of it, God shall send it. 2. The degree, or nature of the punishment, strong delusion. 3. The issue of it, that they should believe a lie.
but had pleasure in unrighteousness where take notice, (1.) Of the terribleness of it, it is no less than everlasting damnation, NONLATINALPHABET for NONLATINALPHABET. 2. The Justice and Equity of it:
but had pleasure in unrighteousness where take notice, (1.) Of the terribleness of it, it is no less than everlasting damnation, for. 2. The justice and Equity of it:
Doct. That by Gods just Judgment there is an infatuation upon the Followers and Abettors of Antichrist, that they swallow the grossest errors, to their own destruction.
Doct. That by God's just Judgement there is an infatuation upon the Followers and Abettors of Antichrist, that they swallow the Grossest errors, to their own destruction.
To clear this I shall speak, 1. To the Author. 2. The degree or kind of the punishment. 3. The effect and issue. 1. As to the Author, NONLATINALPHABET. Here a difficulty ariseth.
To clear this I shall speak, 1. To the Author. 2. The degree or kind of the punishment. 3. The Effect and issue. 1. As to the Author,. Here a difficulty arises.
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For Legislation and Judgment belong to the same Authority. And therefore God is called sometimes our King, and sometimes o•r Judge. Gen. 18.25. Shall not the Iudge of all the earth do right? Rom. 5.6. Is God un•ighteous? how then shall he judge the World? That is his Office and Prerogative.
For Legislation and Judgement belong to the same authority. And Therefore God is called sometime our King, and sometime o•r Judge. Gen. 18.25. Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? Rom. 5.6. Is God un•ighteous? how then shall he judge the World? That is his Office and Prerogative.
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So as to his internal Government, in giving them peace of Conscience, and Joy in the Holy Ghost, Rom. 14.17. For the Kingdom of God is not meat and drink, but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost. Pro. 3.17. Her ways (are) ways of pleasantness, and all her paths (are) peace.
So as to his internal Government, in giving them peace of Conscience, and Joy in the Holy Ghost, Rom. 14.17. For the Kingdom of God is not meat and drink, but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost. Pro 3.17. Her ways (Are) ways of pleasantness, and all her paths (Are) peace.
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So in punishing sometimes he useth the way of external Government, by the terrib•e Judgments exercised upon men for the breach of his Law. Rom. 1.18. For the wrath of God is revealed from Heaven, against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness. Heb. 2.2. Every transgression and disobedience, received a just recompence of reward.
So in punishing sometime he uses the Way of external Government, by the terrib•e Judgments exercised upon men for the breach of his Law. Rom. 1.18. For the wrath of God is revealed from Heaven, against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness. Hebrew 2.2. Every Transgression and disobedience, received a just recompense of reward.
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both these parts are seen in punishing both the godly and the wicked; as for instance in the godly, in the way of external Government, 1 Cor. 11.32. But when we are judged, we are chastned of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World.
both these parts Are seen in punishing both the godly and the wicked; as for instance in the godly, in the Way of external Government, 1 Cor. 11.32. But when we Are judged, we Are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World.
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In the way of internal Government, the lesser penal withdrawings of the Spirit, which Gods people find themselves after some sins and neglects of grace, are grievous:
In the Way of internal Government, the lesser penal withdrawings of the Spirit, which God's people find themselves After Some Sins and neglects of grace, Are grievous:
God doth not make them that see, blind; nor them that are soft, hard; but leaveth them to their own prejudice, obstinacy, and unperswadeableness, and that when highly provoked.
God does not make them that see, blind; nor them that Are soft, hard; but Leaveth them to their own prejudice, obstinacy, and unperswadeableness, and that when highly provoked.
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Nor only by way of manifestation, as if this were all the sense that in the course of his Providence God doth in the issue declare how blind and hard they are.
Nor only by Way of manifestation, as if this were all the sense that in the course of his Providence God does in the issue declare how blind and hard they Are.
No, besides all this, there is not a bare permission only, but a permissive intention, and a judicial sentence, which is seconded by an active Providence.
No, beside all this, there is not a bore permission only, but a permissive intention, and a judicial sentence, which is seconded by an active Providence.
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5. Gods concurrence may be stated by these things. (1.) His withdrawing, or taking away the light and direction of his Holy Spirit, Deut. 29.4. The Lord hath not given you an heart to perceive, nor eyes to see, nor ears to hear ▪ unto this day.
5. God's concurrence may be stated by these things. (1.) His withdrawing, or taking away the Light and direction of his Holy Spirit, Deuteronomy 29.4. The Lord hath not given you an heart to perceive, nor eyes to see, nor ears to hear ▪ unto this day.
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He is so far from being bound to give grace, that he seemeth to be bound in Justice to withdraw what is given already, by mens wickedness and ingratitude. Voluntary blindness bringeth penal blindness;
He is so Far from being bound to give grace, that he seems to be bound in justice to withdraw what is given already, by men's wickedness and ingratitude. Voluntary blindness brings penal blindness;
But it is said, 2 Sam. 24.1. And the Anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, and he moved David against them, to say, go, number Israel and Iudah.
But it is said, 2 Sam. 24.1. And the Anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, and he moved David against them, to say, go, number Israel and Iudah.
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3. There is an active providence which raiseth such instruments, and propoundeth such objects, as meeting with a naughty heart, do sore blind it. (1.) For instruments, Iob 22.16. The deceived and the deceiver are hi•.
3. There is an active providence which Raiseth such Instruments, and propoundeth such objects, as meeting with a naughty heart, do soar blind it. (1.) For Instruments, Job 22.16. The deceived and the deceiver Are hi•.
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For mans ingratitude, God raiseth up false Prophets to seduce them that delight in lies, rather than in the truths of God. (2.) For objects, wicked instruments varnish and dress up this cause ▪ with all the art they can, to make it a powerful deceit,
For men ingratitude, God Raiseth up false prophets to seduce them that delight in lies, rather than in the truths of God. (2.) For objects, wicked Instruments varnish and dress up this cause ▪ with all the art they can, to make it a powerful deceit,
and then it is befriended and countenanced by the powers of the World, and so easily prevaileth with them, who are moved either with worldly hopes or fears,
and then it is befriended and countenanced by the Powers of the World, and so Easily prevails with them, who Are moved either with worldly hope's or fears,
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the Priests were consulting to destroy Christ at the same time that the Devil put it into his heart, Matth. 26.3 being Alarmed by the Miracle of raising Lazarus. Birds and Fishes are easily deceived with such baits as they greedily catch at,
the Priests were consulting to destroy christ At the same time that the devil put it into his heart, Matthew 26.3 being Alarmed by the Miracle of raising Lazarus. Birds and Fish Are Easily deceived with such baits as they greedily catch At,
2. The degree or kind of the punishment, NONLATINALPHABET, we render it strong delusion, or the efficacy of error, that is, such delusion as shall have a most efficacious force to deceive them.
2. The degree or kind of the punishment,, we render it strong delusion, or the efficacy of error, that is, such delusion as shall have a most efficacious force to deceive them.
1. The absurdity of the errors. I will instance in three things. False Image worship and Bread worship, Invocation of Saints, and supererogation of works. 1. Adoration of Images.
1. The absurdity of the errors. I will instance in three things. False Image worship and Bred worship, Invocation of Saints, and supererogation of works. 1. Adoration of Images.
their senselesness is set forth from ver. 9. to ver. 20. they that worship the work of their own hands, are themselves but stocks and stones, being blin•ed by the just Judgment of God.
their senselessness is Set forth from for. 9. to for. 20. they that worship the work of their own hands, Are themselves but stocks and stones, being blin•ed by the just Judgement of God.
and a thing not only without precept, promise, or president in Scripture, but also against Scripture which always directeth to God by one Mediator, the Lord Jesus Christ.
and a thing not only without precept, promise, or president in Scripture, but also against Scripture which always directeth to God by one Mediator, the Lord jesus christ.
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when he stirreth us or moveth us to pray, Rom. 8.15. Ye have received the spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba Father. Gal. 4.6. And because ye are Sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying Abba Father ;
when he stirs us or moves us to pray, Rom. 8.15. You have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba Father. Gal. 4.6. And Because you Are Sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying Abba Father;
and the Faith of their Forefathers, and will invent any paltry shift and distinction; rather recede from any thing than once admit that the Church hath erred.
and the Faith of their Forefathers, and will invent any paltry shift and distinction; rather recede from any thing than once admit that the Church hath erred.
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Like the obstinate Jews in Christs time, that denied apparent matter of fact, Joh. 8.33. We were never in bondage to any man, though they were in Egypt and Babylon, and were now under servitude, and the power of the Romans.
Like the obstinate jews in Christ time, that denied apparent matter of fact, John 8.33. We were never in bondage to any man, though they were in Egypt and Babylon, and were now under servitude, and the power of the Roman.
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or rather like the Elder Jews in the Prophet Ieremiahs time, Ier. 44.16, 17, 18, 19. As for the word that thou hast spoken unto us in the name of the Lord, we will not hearken to thee,
or rather like the Elder jews in the Prophet Jeremiah's time, Jeremiah 44.16, 17, 18, 19. As for the word that thou hast spoken unto us in the name of the Lord, we will not harken to thee,
but we will certainly do whatsoever goeth out of our own mouth: To burn incense unto the Queen of Heaven, and to pour out drink-offerings to her, as we have done;
but we will Certainly do whatsoever Goes out of our own Mouth: To burn incense unto the Queen of Heaven, and to pour out Drink offerings to her, as we have done;
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allowing the vulgar only Prayers in a strange tongue, and the Scriptures in no tongue, and teaching them implicitely to believe as the Church believeth.
allowing the Vulgar only Prayers in a strange tongue, and the Scriptures in no tongue, and teaching them implicitly to believe as the Church Believeth.
When the Lord permitteth such guides to order the affairs of his Church, his great Judgment of occecation and obduration is upon them, Jer. 5.31. The Prophets prophesie falsely, and the Priests bear rule by their means, and my people love (to have it) so.
When the Lord permitteth such guides to order the affairs of his Church, his great Judgement of occecation and obduration is upon them, Jer. 5.31. The prophets prophesy falsely, and the Priests bear Rule by their means, and my people love (to have it) so.
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As those Masters in the Acts exclaim against Paul and Silas, when they saw their hope of gain was gone, Acts 16.19, 20, 21. These men do exceedingly trouble the City. And Demetrius Acts 18.25. Ye know by this craft we have our wealth.
As those Masters in the Acts exclaim against Paul and Silas, when they saw their hope of gain was gone, Acts 16.19, 20, 21. These men do exceedingly trouble the city. And Demetrius Acts 18.25. You know by this craft we have our wealth.
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for the great Idol of the World is gain, or love of money, 1 Tim. 6.10. For the love of money, is the root of all evil, which while some coveted after, they have erred from the Faith.
for the great Idol of the World is gain, or love of money, 1 Tim. 6.10. For the love of money, is the root of all evil, which while Some coveted After, they have erred from the Faith.
It were an happiness if such kind of Arguments did only prevail with us to embrace a Religion, that might convince others, that it was Religion it self that we loved:
It were an happiness if such kind of Arguments did only prevail with us to embrace a Religion, that might convince Others, that it was Religion it self that we loved:
It is disgraceful to change, men think it is taken notice of as a great wonder, Acts 6.7. That a great Company of the Priests were obedient to the Faith.
It is disgraceful to change, men think it is taken notice of as a great wonder, Acts 6.7. That a great Company of the Priests were obedient to the Faith.
a man would wonder any should have the face to obtrude such ridiculous stories, and scandalous to Religion upon the World. 3. False Calumnies against those Instruments whom God employed in the reformation:
a man would wonder any should have the face to obtrude such ridiculous stories, and scandalous to Religion upon the World. 3. False Calumnies against those Instruments whom God employed in the Reformation:
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but I must close it with the general observation, that Antichristians will lie; some among them call them pious frauds, but they are Diabolical Forgeries.
but I must close it with the general observation, that Antichristians will lie; Some among them call them pious frauds, but they Are Diabolical Forgeries.
All that oppose the truth do not go apparently against Conscience, but being given up to the efficacy of error ▪ they may believe that false Religion wherein they live.
All that oppose the truth do not go apparently against Conscience, but being given up to the efficacy of error ▪ they may believe that false Religion wherein they live.
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and thorow Hearing. 2. Conjecture, Acts 26.28. Almost perswaded, Almost thou perswadest me to be a Christian. 3. Opinion, Matth. 13.14. Hath not root in himself, but dureth for a while, &c. 4. Firm perswasion.
and thorough Hearing. 2. Conjecture, Acts 26.28. Almost persuaded, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian. 3. Opinion, Matthew 13.14. Hath not root in himself, but dureth for a while, etc. 4. Firm persuasion.
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They will censure nothing, for if of truth, Joh. 6.69. We believe and are sure, &c. if of error, Acts 26.9. I verily thought with my self that I ought to do many things contrary to the name of Iesus of Nazareth.
They will censure nothing, for if of truth, John 6.69. We believe and Are sure, etc. if of error, Acts 26.9. I verily Thought with my self that I ought to do many things contrary to the name of Iesus of Nazareth.
If to error, it is seen in mens obstinacy and zeal suffering in it, 1 Kings 18.28. Cutting themselves with Knives and Lances till blood gushed out. Suffering for it.
If to error, it is seen in men's obstinacy and zeal suffering in it, 1 Kings 18.28. Cutting themselves with Knives and Lances till blood gushed out. Suffering for it.
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For a man may give his body to be burned for an error, a man may sacrifice a strong body to a stubborn mind: 1 Cor. 13.3. Though I give my body to be burned, and have not Charity, it profiteth nothing.
For a man may give his body to be burned for an error, a man may sacrifice a strong body to a stubborn mind: 1 Cor. 13.3. Though I give my body to be burned, and have not Charity, it profiteth nothing.
And persecuting the contrary, Joh. 16.2. They shall put you out of the Synagogues, yea the time cometh, that whosoever killeth you, will think that he doth God service. To apply this:
And persecuting the contrary, John 16.2. They shall put you out of the Synagogues, yea the time comes, that whosoever kills you, will think that he does God service. To apply this:
Marry that live within the Kingdom of Antichrist, some are doubtful, some almost perswaded, so•e espouse the common prevailing opinions, others adhere to them with much false zeal and superstition.
Marry that live within the Kingdom of Antichrist, Some Are doubtful, Some almost persuaded, so•e espouse the Common prevailing opinions, Others adhere to them with much false zeal and Superstition.
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The answer is ready, The Lord hath suffered them to be deluded by him whose coming is after the working of Sathan in all power, &c. Rev. 17.2. The inhabitants of the earth have been made drunk with the Wine of her Fornication.
The answer is ready, The Lord hath suffered them to be deluded by him whose coming is After the working of Sathan in all power, etc. Rev. 17.2. The inhabitants of the earth have been made drunk with the Wine of her Fornication.
There is the Witchery of Worldly allurements, and the intoxicating Wine of errors defended and owned within their bounds and places of their education and abode.
There is the Witchery of Worldly allurements, and the intoxicating Wine of errors defended and owned within their bounds and places of their education and Abided.
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or intangled by Covetousness, or puffed up with Pride, are loth to change, or are vanquished and astonished with fear of death and other inconveniencies:
or entangled by Covetousness, or puffed up with Pride, Are loath to change, or Are vanquished and astonished with Fear of death and other inconveniences:
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or it may be do not use that advised and serious deliberation, which a matter of Salvation requireth. Four causes may be given. 1. Self-Confidence, God will shew the folly of those that depend on the strength of their own wit, Pro. 3. 5, 6. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart,
or it may be do not use that advised and serious deliberation, which a matter of Salvation requires. Four Causes may be given. 1. Self-Confidence, God will show the folly of those that depend on the strength of their own wit, Pro 3. 5, 6. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart,
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The Priests and Scribes could readily tell that Christ was to be born in Bethlehem, when Herod sent to consult them, Matth. 2.4, 5, 6. yet who more obstinate against him, that was born there? They expected a temporal Messias,
The Priests and Scribes could readily tell that christ was to be born in Bethlehem, when Herod sent to consult them, Matthew 2.4, 5, 6. yet who more obstinate against him, that was born there? They expected a temporal Messias,
So they expect some open Enemy of the Church to attacque it by power and force, little dreaming of a Bishop, &c. 3. Pride, many of the Jewish Church believed in Christ,
So they expect Some open Enemy of the Church to attacque it by power and force, little dreaming of a Bishop, etc. 3. Pride, many of the Jewish Church believed in christ,
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Many may fear the Pope to be Antichrist, but Pride and Interest will not let them submit to a change. 4. The Judgment of God is the great cause that men do not, or will not know Antichrist:
Many may Fear the Pope to be Antichrist, but Pride and Interest will not let them submit to a change. 4. The Judgement of God is the great cause that men do not, or will not know Antichrist:
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God hath not given them eyes to see, as Christ was not received in Ierusalem, the things of their peace were hid from their Eyes, Luk. 19.42. He beheld the City and wept over it saying, If thou hadst known, even thou at least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace;
God hath not given them eyes to see, as christ was not received in Ierusalem, the things of their peace were hid from their Eyes, Luk. 19.42. He beheld the city and wept over it saying, If thou Hadst known, even thou At least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace;
and lest we should think this an antiquated dispensation, to try the professors of the Gospel who lived in the midst of Pagans, it cometh nearer to us.
and lest we should think this an antiquated Dispensation, to try the professors of the Gospel who lived in the midst of Pagans, it comes nearer to us.
But he that condemneth all Religion on this account, judgeth one •an for anothers crime, which is unjust, doth as foolishly as he that thinketh there is no tr•e money,
But he that Condemneth all Religion on this account, Judgeth one •an for another's crime, which is unjust, does as foolishly as he that Thinketh there is no tr•e money,
as well as his wonderful mercy by it, that we may tremble whilst we admire grace. 3. That it is a great evil to be deceivers or active promoters of delusions,
as well as his wondered mercy by it, that we may tremble while we admire grace. 3. That it is a great evil to be deceivers or active promoters of delusions,
and it will not wholly excuse us that we are deceived, Matth. 15.14. 4. What need all serious Christians have to pray to God, not to be led into temptation.
and it will not wholly excuse us that we Are deceived, Matthew 15.14. 4. What need all serious Christians have to pray to God, not to be led into temptation.
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Among other threatnings God threatneth to smite his people with blindness, Deut. 18.28. The Lord shall smite thee with madness, and blindness, and astonishment of heart.
Among other threatenings God threatens to smite his people with blindness, Deuteronomy 18.28. The Lord shall smite thee with madness, and blindness, and astonishment of heart.
It may in part befal Gods people, what shall we do to avoid it? 1. Take heed of sinning against light, either by sins of omission, or commission, Jam. 4.17. To him that knoweth to do good, and doth it not, to him it is sin.
It may in part befall God's people, what shall we do to avoid it? 1. Take heed of sinning against Light, either by Sins of omission, or commission, Jam. 4.17. To him that Knoweth to do good, and does it not, to him it is since.
God oweth the Hypocrites an ill turn, and seemeth to be ingaged to discover him before the Congregation, Pro. 26.26. Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the whole Congregation ;
God owes the Hypocrites an ill turn, and seems to be engaged to discover him before the Congregation, Pro 26.26. Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be showed before the Whole Congregation;
and usually it is, by giving him up to some licentious practice, or strong delusion, by which he breaketh the neck of his profession. 3. Take heed of Pride, and carnal Self-sufficiency.
and usually it is, by giving him up to Some licentious practice, or strong delusion, by which he breaks the neck of his profession. 3. Take heed of Pride, and carnal Self-sufficiency.
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God may leave his people to dangerous falls, when they make their bosom their Oracle, and think to carry all by the strength of their own understanding, 2 Chro. 32.31. God left him to try him that h• might know all that was in his heart:
God may leave his people to dangerous falls, when they make their bosom their Oracle, and think to carry all by the strength of their own understanding, 2 Chro 32.31. God left him to try him that h• might know all that was in his heart:
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It is good to consult with God continually. 4. Take heed of following the rabble, Joh. 4.20. Our fathers worshipped in this Mountain, and ye say, that in Ierusalem is the place where men ought to worship, &c. But learn to see by your own eyes:
It is good to consult with God continually. 4. Take heed of following the rabble, John 4.20. Our Father's worshipped in this Mountain, and you say, that in Ierusalem is the place where men ought to worship, etc. But Learn to see by your own eyes:
Here two things must be explained. 1. What is NONLATINALPHABET, unrighteousness. 2. What is NONLATINALPHABET, taking pleasure in unrighteousness. 1. What is NONLATINALPHABET unrighteousness.
Here two things must be explained. 1. What is, unrighteousness. 2. What is, taking pleasure in unrighteousness. 1. What is unrighteousness.
Righteousness is giving every one his due; and denying them their due, is unrighteousness. There is a giving man his due, and a giving God his due, Matth. 22.21. Render unto Caesar, the things which are Caesars;
Righteousness is giving every one his due; and denying them their endue, is unrighteousness. There is a giving man his endue, and a giving God his endue, Matthew 22.21. Render unto Caesar, the things which Are Caesars;
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and unto God the things that are Gods. Righteousness is often put for giving man his due, Titus 2.12. That we should live soberly, righteously, &c. and giving God his due, which is worship and reverence, Psal. 29.2. Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name. And again, Ps. 96.8. Give unto the Lord, the glory due to his name, bring an offering and come into his Courts.
and unto God the things that Are God's Righteousness is often put for giving man his endue, Titus 2.12. That we should live soberly, righteously, etc. and giving God his endue, which is worship and Reverence, Psalm 29.2. Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name. And again, Ps. 96.8. Give unto the Lord, the glory due to his name, bring an offering and come into his Courts.
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Now this unrighteousness here spoken of, is principally meant in the latter sense. False ways of worship are the greatest unrighteousness that can be practised.
Now this unrighteousness Here spoken of, is principally meant in the latter sense. False ways of worship Are the greatest unrighteousness that can be practised.
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and therefore the Gentiles which had the light of nature, are said to detain the truth, NONLATINALPHABET, Rom. 1.18. why? the reason is rendred in the after Verses, 23. They changed the glory of God into an Image made like a corruptible man:
and Therefore the Gentiles which had the Light of nature, Are said to detain the truth,, Rom. 1.18. why? the reason is rendered in the After Verses, 23. They changed the glory of God into an Image made like a corruptible man:
So the Antichristians that had the light of Scripture, though under palliated pretences, changed the truth of God into a lie, loved their own errors more than simple and plain Christianity,
So the Antichristians that had the Light of Scripture, though under palliated pretences, changed the truth of God into a lie, loved their own errors more than simple and plain Christianity,
And so the Apostle parallels the two great Apostasies, That from the light of nature, and that from the light of the Gospel. Light of nature, Rom. 1.32. Not only do these things, but have pleasure in them that do them. Light of Scripture.
And so the Apostle parallels the two great Apostasies, That from the Light of nature, and that from the Light of the Gospel. Light of nature, Rom. 1.32. Not only do these things, but have pleasure in them that do them. Light of Scripture.
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Have pleasure in unrighteousness, they are mad upon their Idols and Images; not only are Idolaters, but delight in Idolatry and Image-worship, Psal. 97.7. That boast themselves of Idols. Now to observe some things.
Have pleasure in unrighteousness, they Are mad upon their Idols and Images; not only Are Idolaters, but delight in Idolatry and Image-worship, Psalm 97.7. That boast themselves of Idols. Now to observe Some things.
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And Errors of Judgment are sins, for they are contrary to the rule or law of God, 1 Joh. 3.4. Whosoever committeth sin, transgresseth also the Law, for sin is the transgression of the Law.
And Errors of Judgement Are Sins, for they Are contrary to the Rule or law of God, 1 John 3.4. Whosoever Committeth since, Transgresseth also the Law, for since is the Transgression of the Law.
Any swerving from the Law is sin; And they are inductive of other sins; for if the eye be blind, the whole body is full of darkness, Matth. 6.23. It perver•s our zeal.
Any swerving from the Law is since; And they Are inductive of other Sins; for if the eye be blind, the Whole body is full of darkness, Matthew 6.23. It perver•s our zeal.
There is nothing so mischievous, wicked, and cruel, that a man blinded with error, will not attempt against those that differ from him. Ioh. 16.2. They shall put you out of the Synagogues:
There is nothing so mischievous, wicked, and cruel, that a man blinded with error, will not attempt against those that differ from him. John 16.2. They shall put you out of the Synagogues:
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So the Popish Zealots, with what fury have they persecuted the innocent and sincere servants of Christ? The Papists would be angry if we should not reckon St. Dominick a zealous man,
So the Popish Zealots, with what fury have they persecuted the innocent and sincere Servants of christ? The Papists would be angry if we should not reckon Saint Dominick a zealous man,
and the poor Albigenses felt the bitter effects of that zeal in the destruction of many thousands, by inhumane Butcheries and Villanies about Tholouse, &c. The Lord deliver us from the furies of transported, brainsick Zealots!
and the poor Albigenses felt the bitter effects of that zeal in the destruction of many thousands, by inhumane Butcheries and Villainies about Toulouse, etc. The Lord deliver us from the furies of transported, brainsick Zealots!
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2. Though all errors may bring damnation upon the Souls of men, yet some more especially than others, may be said to be camning. As 2 Pet. 2.1. Some shall bring in damnable Heresies.
2. Though all errors may bring damnation upon the Souls of men, yet Some more especially than Others, may be said to be camning. As 2 Pet. 2.1. some shall bring in damnable Heresies.
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As suppose that a man should reject or refuse Christ, after a sufficient proposal of the Gospel to him, there is no question but this is damning unbelief, Joh. 3.19.
As suppose that a man should reject or refuse christ, After a sufficient proposal of the Gospel to him, there is no question but this is damning unbelief, John 3.19.
But yet we are not to say that alone damneth. There are other things necessary to Salvation, contained under that general truth. The Scripture saith, Joh. 17.3. And this is life eternal, that they might know thee, the only true God, and Iesus Christ whom thou hast sent.
But yet we Are not to say that alone damneth. There Are other things necessary to Salvation, contained under that general truth. The Scripture Says, John 17.3. And this is life Eternal, that they might know thee, the only true God, and Iesus christ whom thou hast sent.
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The truth is, the question about the matter to be believed, is not what divine Revelations are necessary to be believed or rejected when sufficiently proposed,
The truth is, the question about the matter to be believed, is not what divine Revelations Are necessary to be believed or rejected when sufficiently proposed,
The points of Faith, are a knowledge of God in Christ, and practice that we be regenerated, Joh. 3.5. Except a man be born of water and of the spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God.
The points of Faith, Are a knowledge of God in christ, and practice that we be regenerated, John 3.5. Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God.
but when there is a reluctation against clear light, and an obstinacy in that reluctation, this man is condemned in himself, Titus 3.11. Such a man is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself.
but when there is a reluctation against clear Light, and an obstinacy in that reluctation, this man is condemned in himself, Titus 3.11. Such a man is subverted, and Sinneth, being condemned of himself.
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Some ignorant Souls may hold dangerous errors, and which to others would be damnab•e; yet they may not actually damn them, because they do not rebel against the light;
some ignorant Souls may hold dangerous errors, and which to Others would be damnab•e; yet they may not actually damn them, Because they do not rebel against the Light;
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There are properly Hereticks, and Ringleaders of Sects; therefore Heresies are reckoned among the works of the flesh, Gal. 5.20. Emulation, wrath, strife, seditions, Heresies ;
There Are properly Heretics, and Ringleaders of Sects; Therefore Heresies Are reckoned among the works of the Flesh, Gal. 5.20. Emulation, wrath, strife, seditions, Heresies;
It is equivalent to reluctation, or standing out against light, Crassa negligentia dolus est ; there is a deceit in laziness or affected ignorance, Joh. 3.20. They will not come to the light, lest their deeds should be reproved: 2 Pet. 3.5.
It is equivalent to reluctation, or standing out against Light, Crassa Negligence dolus est; there is a deceit in laziness or affected ignorance, John 3.20. They will not come to the Light, lest their Deeds should be reproved: 2 Pet. 3.5.
It is the duty of Gods people to understand what is his will, Eph. 5.7. Be not unwise but understanding what the will of the Lord is. And it is their practice. Rom. 12.2. That ye may prove, what is the good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God: Psal. 1.2. His delight is in the law of the Lord, and therein doth he meditate day and night. We should be searching still.
It is the duty of God's people to understand what is his will, Ephesians 5.7. Be not unwise but understanding what the will of the Lord is. And it is their practice. Rom. 12.2. That you may prove, what is the good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God: Psalm 1.2. His delight is in the law of the Lord, and therein does he meditate day and night. We should be searching still.
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They violate the manifest Commandments of God, while they hold it lawful to worship Pictures and Images, to make Pictures of the Trinity, to invocate Saints and Angels, to deny Lay-men the Cup in the Sacrament, to adore the Sacrament, to prohibit certain Orders of Men and Women to marry, to Celebrate the publick service in a language which ordinarily men and women that assist understand not:
They violate the manifest commandments of God, while they hold it lawful to worship Pictures and Images, to make Pictures of the Trinity, to invocate Saints and Angels, to deny Laymen the Cup in the Sacrament, to adore the Sacrament, to prohibit certain Order of Men and Women to marry, to Celebrate the public service in a language which ordinarily men and women that assist understand not:
as for instance, to worship Images is expresly against Gods word, Psal. 97.7. Confounded be all they that worship graven Images, that boast themselves of Idols.
as for instance, to worship Images is expressly against God's word, Psalm 97.7. Confounded be all they that worship graved Images, that boast themselves of Idols.
Deut. 4.15, 16. Take therefore good heed unto your selves, for ye saw no similitude, when the Lord spake to you in Horeb, out of the midst of the fire:
Deuteronomy 4.15, 16. Take Therefore good heed unto your selves, for you saw no similitude, when the Lord spoke to you in Horeb, out of the midst of the fire:
For the third instance, the Invocation of Saints and Angels. Our Lord hath taught us how to repel that temptation, Matth. 4.10. It is written, thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
For the third instance, the Invocation of Saints and Angels. Our Lord hath taught us how to repel that temptation, Matthew 4.10. It is written, thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
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The Fifth, prohibiting certain Orders of men and women to marry, which the Apostle calleth Doctrines of Devils, 1 Tim. 4.1, 2. In the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and Doctrines of Devils:
The Fifth, prohibiting certain Order of men and women to marry, which the Apostle calls Doctrines of Devils, 1 Tim. 4.1, 2. In the latter times Some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and Doctrines of Devils:
speaking lies in hypocrisie, having their Conscience seared with a hot Iron, forbidding to marry, &c. For the Sixth, Celebrating publick Service in an unknown Tongue, it is contrary to the Apostles reasoning, 1 Cor. 14.15, 16, 17. For if I pray in an unknown tongue, my spirit prayeth, but my understanding is unfruitful.
speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their Conscience seared with a hight Iron, forbidding to marry, etc. For the Sixth, Celebrating public Service in an unknown Tongue, it is contrary to the Apostles reasoning, 1 Cor. 14.15, 16, 17. For if I pray in an unknown tongue, my Spirit Prayeth, but my understanding is unfruitful.
else when thou shalt bless with the spirit, how shall he that occupieth the room of the unlearned, say Amen, at thy giving of thanks, seeing he understandeth not what thou sayest;
Else when thou shalt bless with the Spirit, how shall he that occupieth the room of the unlearned, say Amen, At thy giving of thanks, seeing he understands not what thou Sayest;
The Apostle supposeth every one that can examine himself, 1 Cor. 11.18. But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that Bread, and drink of that Cup. Now for this usurping Synagogue to come as they do, with a non obstante, to the Statutes of God, Who can join with them in these corruptions and usurpations, without peril of Salvation? Secondly, That the way of Popery is damnable because they deprive the people of the means of Salvation, contrary to the express Injunctions from God, Joh. 5.39. Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think ye have eternal life, and they are they which testify of me. Col. 3.16. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in Psalms and Hymns.
The Apostle Supposeth every one that can examine himself, 1 Cor. 11.18. But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that Bred, and drink of that Cup. Now for this usurping Synagogue to come as they do, with a non Obstacle, to the Statutes of God, Who can join with them in these corruptions and usurpations, without peril of Salvation? Secondly, That the Way of Popery is damnable Because they deprive the people of the means of Salvation, contrary to the express Injunctions from God, John 5.39. Search the Scriptures, for in them you think you have Eternal life, and they Are they which testify of me. Col. 3.16. Let the word of christ dwell in you richly, in all Wisdom, teaching and admonishing one Another in Psalms and Hymns.
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In that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the Scriptures daily, whether those things were so: and 2 Tim. 3.15. That he knew the Scriptures which are able to make wise unto salvation, through faith which is in Christ Iesus.
In that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the Scriptures daily, whither those things were so: and 2 Tim. 3.15. That he knew the Scriptures which Are able to make wise unto salvation, through faith which is in christ Iesus.
3. The great charge is, they have pleasure in unrighteousness, that is, delight in Idolatry; and corrupt or false worship, which is the greatest unrighteousness man can be guilty of.
3. The great charge is, they have pleasure in unrighteousness, that is, delight in Idolatry; and corrupt or false worship, which is the greatest unrighteousness man can be guilty of.
This Proposition is evident in the Scripture, as when the Israelites worshipped the Calf, litteral or metaphorical Idolatry, they are called Idolaters, 1 Cor. 10. 7. Neither be ye Idolaters as were some of them, as it is written, the people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play.
This Proposition is evident in the Scripture, as when the Israelites worshipped the Calf, literal or metaphorical Idolatry, they Are called Idolaters, 1 Cor. 10. 7. Neither be you Idolaters as were Some of them, as it is written, the people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play.
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And the covetous, that giveth that delight and trust to his wealth which is only due to God, is called an Idolater, Eph. 5.5. Nor covetous man who is an Idolater ; and in many other places.
And the covetous, that gives that delight and trust to his wealth which is only due to God, is called an Idolater, Ephesians 5.5. Nor covetous man who is an Idolater; and in many other places.
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They Consecrate Churches unto them, offer solemn Prayers unto them, and own the adoring them, though an Angel forbiddeth this Adoration, Rev. 19.10. And he said unto me, See, thou do it not, I am thy fellow Servant, &c. and St. Paul telleth us, that they that worship Angels, do not hold the head, Col. 1.18, 19. So that Angel-worship proveth to be a damnable error.
They Consecrate Churches unto them, offer solemn Prayers unto them, and own the adoring them, though an Angel forbiddeth this Adoration, Rev. 19.10. And he said unto me, See, thou doe it not, I am thy fellow Servant, etc. and Saint Paul Telleth us, that they that worship Angels, do not hold the head, Col. 1.18, 19. So that Angel-worship Proves to be a damnable error.
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and honour them with fastings, watchings, and prayers, as Suarez acknowledgeth, and yet God is express, that he will not give his glory to another, Isa. 42. 8. they are to be honoured indeed for imitation, but not adored for Religion.
and honour them with Fastings, watchings, and Prayers, as Suarez acknowledgeth, and yet God is express, that he will not give his glory to Another, Isaiah 42. 8. they Are to be honoured indeed for imitation, but not adored for Religion.
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how many Books are there concluded with Laus Deo, & Virgini Deiparae? That sometimes there is a more present relief by commemorating the name of Mary, than by calling on the name of the Lord Jesus.
how many Books Are there concluded with Laus God, & Virgini Deiparae? That sometime there is a more present relief by commemorating the name of Marry, than by calling on the name of the Lord jesus.
and what hope of Salvation is there in a Religion where the heart is turned so much from God to the Creature? 2. That they are more culpable than the Heathens. 1. As to their Hypocrisy, by distinctions and veil of Piety, wherewith they disguise all this:
and what hope of Salvation is there in a Religion where the heart is turned so much from God to the Creature? 2. That they Are more culpable than the heathens. 1. As to their Hypocrisy, by Distinctions and veil of Piety, wherewith they disguise all this:
They profess to abhor Idols, and yet worship Images, and make that a point of Christianity, which is directly contrary to the drift of it, which is to teach us to worship God in the Spirit. 2. As to their helps against it, the Pagans were never taught to do better,
They profess to abhor Idols, and yet worship Images, and make that a point of Christianity, which is directly contrary to the drift of it, which is to teach us to worship God in the Spirit. 2. As to their helps against it, the Pagans were never taught to do better,
though they sinned against the light of nature, in worshipping God by Images, yet they had no Scripture, no such express prohibitions to caution them, as we have from God.
though they sinned against the Light of nature, in worshipping God by Images, yet they had no Scripture, no such express prohibitions to caution them, as we have from God.
but these know that it is severely forbidden by our God, and the second Commandement so stareth in their Faces, that it is expunged out of their Catechisms;
but these know that it is severely forbidden by our God, and the second Commandment so stareth in their Faces, that it is expunged out of their Catechisms;
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3. The Pagans did adore their Gods in their Images, but never was any so sottish among them to imagine that an Image was to be adored with the same degree of worship as God himself;
3. The Pagans did adore their God's in their Images, but never was any so sottish among them to imagine that an Image was to be adored with the same degree of worship as God himself;
but this is the corrupt Doctrine of the Papists, that an Image is to be worshipped with the same worship, w•erewith God himself is worshipped. Imagini Christi Latria debetur. Aquinas.
but this is the corrupt Doctrine of the Papists, that an Image is to be worshipped with the same worship, w•erewith God himself is worshipped. Imagini Christ Latria debetur. Aquinas.
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but when they will be able to prove that Christ hath setled this order in the Church, that all his Subjects should be obedient to one universal visible head,
but when they will be able to prove that christ hath settled this order in the Church, that all his Subject's should be obedient to one universal visible head,
and uphold these Innovations with all manner of Tyranny and Cruelty exercised upon Christs faithful Servants? If men go to Heaven without Prayers which they understand,
and uphold these Innovations with all manner of Tyranny and Cruelty exercised upon Christ faithful Servants? If men go to Heaven without Prayers which they understand,
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[ Them that perish ] and [ That they all might be damned who believed not the truth ] &c. Secondly, The word of God teacheth us to judge of the way, rather than persons, who stand or fall to their own Master. The way is damnable.
[ Them that perish ] and [ That they all might be damned who believed not the truth ] etc. Secondly, The word of God Teaches us to judge of the Way, rather than Persons, who stand or fallen to their own Master. The Way is damnable.
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malice on the other, who rashly condemn men without evidence, yea, against it. 3. If this argument would hold good, it had been better in Christ and the Apostles time to be a Jewish Proselyte, than a Christian;
malice on the other, who rashly condemn men without evidence, yea, against it. 3. If this argument would hold good, it had been better in christ and the Apostles time to be a Jewish Proselyte, than a Christian;
Christ acknowledgeth Salvation is of the Jews, their promises of adoption and glory, but the Jews pronounced him and his followers accursed, scourged, imprisoned them;
christ acknowledgeth Salvation is of the jews, their promises of adoption and glory, but the jews pronounced him and his followers accursed, scourged, imprisoned them;
but denieth many things which Papists believe and practise, as Papal Infallibility, Transubstantiation, Purgatory, Invocation of Saints, worshipping of Images;
but Denieth many things which Papists believe and practise, as Papal Infallibility, Transubstantiation, Purgatory, Invocation of Saints, worshipping of Images;
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They are so dangerous in their own nature, so insinuative and inveigling by plausible appea•ance, and accompanied with such worldly baits and advan••ges;
They Are so dangerous in their own nature, so insinuative and inveigling by plausible appea•ance, and accompanied with such worldly baits and advan••ges;
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Still the Elect of God escape the seduction, and especially Antichristian Error. Rev. 13.8. The dwellers upon Earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the Lamb's Book of Life.
Still the Elect of God escape the seduction, and especially Antichristian Error. Rev. 13.8. The dwellers upon Earth shall worship him, whose names Are not written in the Lamb's Book of Life.
as when the Author to the Hebrews, had spoken of the dreadful estate of Apostates, whose end is to be burned, Heb. 6.9. But we are perswaded better things of you, and things that accompany Salvation, though we thus speak ;
as when the Author to the Hebrews, had spoken of the dreadful estate of Apostates, whose end is to be burned, Hebrew 6.9. But we Are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany Salvation, though we thus speak;
So again, after another terrible passage, Heb. 10.39. But we are not of them, that draw back to perdition, but of them that believe to the saving of the Soul. Once more ▪ when another Apostle had spoken of the Sin unto death, which is not to be prayed for, he presently addeth, 1 Joh. 5.18, 19. Whosoever is born of God, sinneth not;
So again, After Another terrible passage, Hebrew 10.39. But we Are not of them, that draw back to perdition, but of them that believe to the Saving of the Soul. Once more ▪ when Another Apostle had spoken of the since unto death, which is not to be prayed for, he presently adds, 1 John 5.18, 19. Whosoever is born of God, Sinneth not;
partly with respect to our selves that we may rightly divide the Word of Truth. 2 Tim. 2.15. Study to shew thy self approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of Truth.
partly with respect to our selves that we may rightly divide the Word of Truth. 2 Tim. 2.15. Study to show thy self approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of Truth.
and also a consequent Love, they believing in his Name, living according to his Precepts, suffering for the Truth. 2. His obligation to bless God in their behalf, we are bound to give thanks to God always for you.
and also a consequent Love, they believing in his Name, living according to his Precepts, suffering for the Truth. 2. His obligation to bless God in their behalf, we Are bound to give thanks to God always for you.
There is first giving thanks, which sheweth his esteem of the blessing. 2. Always, which s•eweth how deeply he was affected with it. 3. NONLATINALPHABET, We are bound, he acknowledgeth a Debt, and bond of Duty;
There is First giving thanks, which shows his esteem of the blessing. 2. Always, which s•eweth how deeply he was affected with it. 3., We Are bound, he acknowledgeth a Debt, and bound of Duty;
2. The matter of the thanksgiving, their Election to Salvation, which is two ways amplified. 1. By the Antiquity of it, from the beginning, that is, from everlasting;
2. The matter of the thanksgiving, their Election to Salvation, which is two ways amplified. 1. By the Antiquity of it, from the beginning, that is, from everlasting;
And others are said not to be written. Rev. 17.1. And they that dwell on the Earth, shall wonder, whose Names were not written in the Book of Life, from the Foundation of the World. And Rev. 20.15. And whosoever was not found written in the Book of Life, was cast into the Lake of Fire.
And Others Are said not to be written. Rev. 17.1. And they that dwell on the Earth, shall wonder, whose Names were not written in the Book of Life, from the Foundation of the World. And Rev. 20.15. And whosoever was not found written in the Book of Life, was cast into the Lake of Fire.
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Namely those that perish by these Delusions. 3. It is set forth by the Antiquity of it, from the Beginning. Ephes. 1.4. He hath chosen us in him, before the Foundation of the World. And Matth. 25.34. Come, ye Blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, from the Foundation of the World.
Namely those that perish by these Delusions. 3. It is Set forth by the Antiquity of it, from the Beginning. Ephesians 1.4. He hath chosen us in him, before the Foundation of the World. And Matthew 25.34. Come, you Blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, from the Foundation of the World.
As to Faith it is clear. John 3.36. He that believeth not, the Wrath of God abideth on him. And Holiness is indispensibly necessary. Heb. 12.14. Without Holiness no Man shall see the Lord.
As to Faith it is clear. John 3.36. He that Believeth not, the Wrath of God Abideth on him. And Holiness is Indispensibly necessary. Hebrew 12.14. Without Holiness no Man shall see the Lord.
How could the assurance given to Paul from God, and Paul 's caution to the Mariners stand together? Doth the Purpose of God depend upon the will and actions of Men? I answer• Not as a cause from whence it receiveth its force and strength,
How could the assurance given to Paul from God, and Paul is caution to the Mariners stand together? Does the Purpose of God depend upon the will and actions of Men? I answer• Not as a cause from whence it receives its force and strength,
In vain is the Cavil then of those, who would impeach the Doctrine of God's free and unchangeable Will, concerning the salvation of the Ele•t, upon the pretence, that it taketh away the Duty of Man;
In vain is the Cavil then of those, who would impeach the Doctrine of God's free and unchangeable Will, Concerning the salvation of the Ele•t, upon the pretence, that it Takes away the Duty of Man;
not because we are holy, but that we might be holy. So 1 Pet. 1.2. Elect according to the fore-knowledg of God, through the sanctification of the Spirit, unto Obedience.
not Because we Are holy, but that we might be holy. So 1 Pet. 1.2. Elect according to the foreknowledge of God, through the sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience.
Some a•e externally dedicated, and may trample under foot the Blood of the Covenant, whereby they are sanctified. Heb. 10.29. Of how much sorer Punishment (suppose ye) shall he be thought worthy, who hath, trodden under foot the Son of God;
some a•e externally dedicated, and may trample under foot the Blood of the Covenant, whereby they Are sanctified. Hebrew 10.29. Of how much Sorer Punishment (suppose you) shall he be Thought worthy, who hath, trodden under foot the Son of God;
Sanc•ification of the Spirit, is not so much known by Dedication and Profession, but by •he real and fixed inclination of your Souls to God and Heaven, and living accordingly;
Sanc•ification of the Spirit, is not so much known by Dedication and Profession, but by •he real and fixed inclination of your Souls to God and Heaven, and living accordingly;
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when the Word cometh to us not in Word only, but in Power, and much assurance and joy in the Holy Ghost, it is an infallible evidence of our Election of God, 1 Thess. 1.5.
when the Word comes to us not in Word only, but in Power, and much assurance and joy in the Holy Ghost, it is an infallible evidence of our Election of God, 1 Thess 1.5.
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The Spirit is the Author both of Faith and Holiness. Saving Grace is called a New Creature. 2 Cor. 5.17. Therefore if any Man be in Christ, he is a New Creature. Ephes. 2.10. For we are his Workmanship, created in Christ Iesus unto good Works, which God hath before ordaine•, that we should walk in them.
The Spirit is the Author both of Faith and Holiness. Saving Grace is called a New Creature. 2 Cor. 5.17. Therefore if any Man be in christ, he is a New Creature. Ephesians 2.10. For we Are his Workmanship, created in christ Iesus unto good Works, which God hath before ordaine•, that we should walk in them.
It is called a New Birth, and the New Birth is only from the Spirit, Iohn 3.5, 6. Well then, these are fitly coupled, the Sanctification of the Spirit, and Belief of the Truth.
It is called a New Birth, and the New Birth is only from the Spirit, John 3.5, 6. Well then, these Are fitly coupled, the Sanctification of the Spirit, and Belief of the Truth.
The Spirit only goeth along with the Gospel, and no other Doctrine; and so both external and internal Grace, are of God. John 17.17. Sanctifie them by thy Truth, thy Word is Truth.
The Spirit only Goes along with the Gospel, and no other Doctrine; and so both external and internal Grace, Are of God. John 17.17. Sanctify them by thy Truth, thy Word is Truth.
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For the greatest Things work not till they be considered and beli•ved. 1 Thess. 2.12. Ye received it, not as the Word of Men, but as it is in Truth the Word of God, which worketh effectually also in you that believe.
For the greatest Things work not till they be considered and beli•ved. 1 Thess 2.12. You received it, not as the Word of Men, but as it is in Truth the Word of God, which works effectually also in you that believe.
1. That Thanksgiving to God is a great and necessary duty, expresly injoin'd by him, and expected from us. 1 Thess. 5.18. In every thing give thanks, for this is the will of God concerning you, in Christ Iesus.
1. That Thanksgiving to God is a great and necessary duty, expressly enjoined by him, and expected from us. 1 Thess 5.18. In every thing give thanks, for this is the will of God Concerning you, in christ Iesus.
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And to us Christians, the very Life and Soul of our Religion is Thankfulness; therefore God will have us continually exercised in it. Heb. 13.15. Let us offer the Sacrifice of Praise continually, that is, the fruit of our Lips, giving thanks unto his Name.
And to us Christians, the very Life and Soul of our Religion is Thankfulness; Therefore God will have us continually exercised in it. Hebrew 13.15. Let us offer the Sacrifice of Praise continually, that is, the fruit of our Lips, giving thanks unto his Name.
Besides there are some Mercies so great, that they should never be forgotten. 2. That we are to give thanks, chiefly for Spiritual and Eternal Mercies. Eph. 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Iesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings, in heavenly places in Christ.
Beside there Are Some mercies so great, that they should never be forgotten. 2. That we Are to give thanks, chiefly for Spiritual and Eternal mercies. Ephesians 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Iesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings, in heavenly places in christ.
The wicked have many of these Mercies. Psal. 17.14. From Men of the World, which have their portion in this Life, and whose Belly thou fillest with thy hid treasure:
The wicked have many of these mercies. Psalm 17.14. From Men of the World, which have their portion in this Life, and whose Belly thou Fillest with thy hid treasure:
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which could never have entred into our Hearts, if elective love had not provided them for us. 1 Cor. 2.9. There we see, what it was that disposed all those Providences, that conduced to our good ▪ Bi•th, Education, Acquaintance, Relations; alas.
which could never have entered into our Hearts, if elective love had not provided them for us. 1 Cor. 2.9. There we see, what it was that disposed all those Providences, that conduced to our good ▪ Bi•th, Education, Acquaintance, Relations; alas.
we knew not the means of all these things, but elective Love was at work for us, to cast all circumstances, that we might be best taken in our Month. Rom. 8.28. There we see what it was that made all the means effectual to draw us unto God. Jer. 5.3. He loved u• with an everlasting Love.
we knew not the means of all these things, but elective Love was At work for us, to cast all Circumstances, that we might be best taken in our Monn Rom. 8.28. There we see what it was that made all the means effectual to draw us unto God. Jer. 5.3. He loved u• with an everlasting Love.
and not unto the World ? yea, many mighty and many noble are not called. 1 Cor. 1.26. God taketh not all, nor any of the highest in esteem among Men, not many wise and prudent.
and not unto the World? yea, many mighty and many noble Are not called. 1 Cor. 1.26. God Takes not all, nor any of the highest in esteem among Men, not many wise and prudent.
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This was God's great end, that Grace might be admired and esteemed by us, and be matter of eternal Praise and Thanksgiving. Eph. 1.6. To the praise of the Glory of his Grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the Beloved.
This was God's great end, that Grace might be admired and esteemed by us, and be matter of Eternal Praise and Thanksgiving. Ephesians 1.6. To the praise of the Glory of his Grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved.
1. To detect the pride of Man, for here we see the true and proper cause of difference between us and others. 1 Cor. 4.7. Who maketh thee to differ? The dif•erencing Grace of God, proceeding from his Election, is the only true Grace.
1. To detect the pride of Man, for Here we see the true and proper cause of difference between us and Others. 1 Cor. 4.7. Who makes thee to differ? The dif•erencing Grace of God, proceeding from his Election, is the only true Grace.
because it is a necessary means to bring God's purposes to pass. Eph. 1.4. He hath chosen us, that we should be holy, and without blame before him in love.
Because it is a necessary means to bring God's Purposes to pass. Ephesians 1.4. He hath chosen us, that we should be holy, and without blame before him in love.
Secondly, Here is the sweetest and strongest Motive to enforce it, and that is the singular Love of God, which breedeth in us a sincere Love to God again,
Secondly, Here is the Sweetest and Strongest Motive to enforce it, and that is the singular Love of God, which breeds in us a sincere Love to God again,
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There is no such constraining force in any thing, as there is in Love. 2 Cor. 5.14. For the Love of God constraineth us, &c. And no such Holiness as that which floweth from it;
There is no such constraining force in any thing, as there is in Love. 2 Cor. 5.14. For the Love of God constrains us, etc. And no such Holiness as that which flows from it;
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because our final happiness is appointed to us by God's electing Love. Luk. 12.32. Fear not, little Flock, for it is your Fathers good Pleasure to giv• you the Kingdom.
Because our final happiness is appointed to us by God's electing Love. Luk. 12.32. fear not, little Flock, for it is your Father's good Pleasure to giv• you the Kingdom.
So that all things are sanctified to us, that we may be sanctified to God. Rom. 8.28. And we know that all things work together for good, to them that love God, to them who are the Called according to his purpose.
So that all things Are sanctified to us, that we may be sanctified to God. Rom. 8.28. And we know that all things work together for good, to them that love God, to them who Are the Called according to his purpose.
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and will you envy them, and repine against Providence, though God hath reserved you for a better Estate hereafter? Compare two places, one is Ier. 17.13. All that forsake thee, shall be written in the Earth. The other is Luke 10.20. Rejoyce in this, that your Names are written in Heaven.
and will you envy them, and repine against Providence, though God hath reserved you for a better Estate hereafter? Compare two places, one is Jeremiah 17.13. All that forsake thee, shall be written in the Earth. The other is Luke 10.20. Rejoice in this, that your Names Are written in Heaven.
1. Put in for a share and interest in this Mercy, that is to say, in the Apostle's words, 2 Pet. 1.10. Give deligence to make your Calling and election sure.
1. Put in for a share and Interest in this Mercy, that is to say, in the Apostle's words, 2 Pet. 1.10. Give deligence to make your Calling and election sure.
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and to depend upon the Merits of our Redeemer, and put our selves under the Discipline of his Spirit, in the use of the appointed Means, humbly waiting for his renewing and reconciling Grace,
and to depend upon the Merits of our Redeemer, and put our selves under the Discipline of his Spirit, in the use of the appointed Means, humbly waiting for his renewing and reconciling Grace,
AFter the Doctrine of Antichrist, and God's dreadful Spiritual J•dgments on his Abetters and Followers, the Apostle interposeth some matter of Consolation to the Thessalonians: As before he comforted them from their Election, so now from their Vocation.
After the Doctrine of Antichrist, and God's dreadful Spiritual J•dgments on his Abetters and Followers, the Apostle interposeth Some matter of Consolation to the Thessalonians: As before he comforted them from their Election, so now from their Vocation.
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that is God, who from the beginning hath chosen you to Salvation. (2.) The outward Means, by our Gospel. (3.) The End, which is double. 1. Subordinate, in the word [ Whereunto? ] to Faith and Holiness. 2. Ultimate, to the obtaining of the Glory of our Lord Iesus Christ. Whereunto he called you, &c. Doct. All that are Elected by God, are in time, effectually called by Faith and Holiness, to obtain Eternal Life.
that is God, who from the beginning hath chosen you to Salvation. (2.) The outward Means, by our Gospel. (3.) The End, which is double. 1. Subordinate, in the word [ Whereunto? ] to Faith and Holiness. 2. Ultimate, to the obtaining of the Glory of our Lord Iesus christ. Whereunto he called you, etc. Doct. All that Are Elected by God, Are in time, effectually called by Faith and Holiness, to obtain Eternal Life.
Our Parents are but Instruments of his Providence, they know not how the Child is framed in the Womb, &c. Now he calleth upon us to do our Duty, with Original Supreme Authority we may refuse others;
Our Parents Are but Instruments of his Providence, they know not how the Child is framed in the Womb, etc. Now he calls upon us to do our Duty, with Original Supreme authority we may refuse Others;
if they speak not to us in his Name, they have no right over our Consciences, to impose new Duties upon us. James 4.12. There is one Lawgiver, who is able to save, and to destroy.
if they speak not to us in his Name, they have no right over our Consciences, to impose new Duties upon us. James 4.12. There is one Lawgiver, who is able to save, and to destroy.
So it is true of all Prerogatives, we have no leave to assume and take the Honour of them to our selves, till we are called of God: That's our Warrant.
So it is true of all Prerogatives, we have no leave to assume and take the Honour of them to our selves, till we Are called of God: That's our Warrant.
None came to the Wedding-Feast, till they were bidden, Matth. 22. Or went into the Vineyard till they were hired, Matth. 20. This is the difference between Duties, and Priviledges.
None Come to the Wedding-feast, till they were bidden, Matthew 22. Or went into the Vineyard till they were hired, Matthew 20. This is the difference between Duties, and Privileges.
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That any Man who will prefer that Office of Charity and Love to us, may excite us to our Duties, to unquestionable Duties, due from the Creature to our Creator:
That any Man who will prefer that Office of Charity and Love to us, may excite us to our Duties, to unquestionable Duties, due from the Creature to our Creator:
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But no Man can assure us of right to Priviledges, without the Creators leave. Man cannot make that to be a necessary Duty to the Creator, which is not.
But no Man can assure us of right to Privileges, without the Creators leave. Man cannot make that to be a necessary Duty to the Creator, which is not.
A Christian is nothing, and hath nothing, but what God is pleased to work in him by his Divine Power. 2. Pet. 1.3. According as his Divine Power hath given us all things, that pertain unto Life and Godliness, through the Knowledg of him that hath called us to Glory and Vertue.
A Christian is nothing, and hath nothing, but what God is pleased to work in him by his Divine Power. 2. Pet. 1.3. According as his Divine Power hath given us all things, that pertain unto Life and Godliness, through the Knowledge of him that hath called us to Glory and Virtue.
For such is the corruption of Mens Hearts, the power of Satan over us, that he keepeth possession, till a stronger than he overcometh him, Luke 11.21.
For such is the corruption of Men's Hearts, the power of Satan over us, that he Keepeth possession, till a Stronger than he Overcometh him, Lycia 11.21.
as though they were, Rom. 4.17. It is still ascribed to his creating Power: Either the illumination of the Mind; 2 Cor. 4.6. For God who commanded the Light to shine out of Darkness, hath shined in our Hearts, to give the light of the knowledg of the Glory of God in the Face of Iesus Christ. Or inclinations of the Heart; Ephes. 2.10. We can neither think, nor effect, nor pursue Spiritual and Heavenly Things without it.
as though they were, Rom. 4.17. It is still ascribed to his creating Power: Either the illumination of the Mind; 2 Cor. 4.6. For God who commanded the Light to shine out of Darkness, hath shined in our Hearts, to give the Light of the knowledge of the Glory of God in the Face of Iesus christ. Or inclinations of the Heart; Ephesians 2.10. We can neither think, nor Effect, nor pursue Spiritual and Heavenly Things without it.
2. The outward Means, by our Gospel. Where, 1. Consider the Means it self, The Gospel. 2. The Interest which the Apostle challengeth in it, our Gospel.
2. The outward Means, by our Gospel. Where, 1. Consider the Means it self, The Gospel. 2. The Interest which the Apostle Challengeth in it, our Gospel.
Now the natural Duty of Man, is much seen by the Creation. Rom. 1.19. Because that which may be known of God, is manifest in them, for God hath shewed it unto them.
Now the natural Duty of Man, is much seen by the Creation. Rom. 1.19. Because that which may be known of God, is manifest in them, for God hath showed it unto them.
and can only be known by his Revelation, conveyed to us by extraordinary Messengers, such as Christ, who was the principal Revealer of the Doctrine of God for the saving of the World:
and can only be known by his Revelation, conveyed to us by extraordinary Messengers, such as christ, who was the principal Revealer of the Doctrine of God for the Saving of the World:
And him God authorized and sealed to this end. John 6.27. Labour not for the Meat which perisheth, but for that Meat which endureth unto everlasting Life, which the Son of Man shall give unto you;
And him God authorized and sealed to this end. John 6.27. Labour not for the Meat which Perishes, but for that Meat which Endureth unto everlasting Life, which the Son of Man shall give unto you;
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Great is the Misery of those that refuse this Call. None of those that were bidden, shall taste of my Supper, Luke 14.24. They are not only excluded from Happiness but they incur extreme Wrath and Misery. Prov. 1.24, 25, 26. Because I have Called, and ye refused;
Great is the Misery of those that refuse this Call. None of those that were bidden, shall taste of my Supper, Lycia 14.24. They Are not only excluded from Happiness but they incur extreme Wrath and Misery. Curae 1.24, 25, 26. Because I have Called, and you refused;
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Every Man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me. Sweetly attemperating the means to our Liberty, but accompanying them with his powerful Grace. Acts 11.21. The Hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord.
Every Man Therefore that hath herd, and hath learned of the Father, comes unto me. Sweetly attemperating the means to our Liberty, but accompanying them with his powerful Grace. Acts 11.21. The Hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord.
It is God doth all, prospering the Labours of his Servants. So Acts 16.14. God opened the Heart of Lydia, so that she attended unto the things spoken by Paul.
It is God does all, prospering the Labours of his Servants. So Acts 16.14. God opened the Heart of Lydia, so that she attended unto the things spoken by Paul.
God opened her Heart, but by the things spoken by Paul. And God loveth to associate or accompany his Power with his own Means. Rom. 1.16. It is the Power of God unto Salvation.
God opened her Heart, but by the things spoken by Paul. And God loves to associate or accompany his Power with his own Means. Rom. 1.16. It is the Power of God unto Salvation.
Doth it not derogate from the Authority of it, to appropriate it to any Man? I answer, No. Elsewhere it is called God's Gospel, The glorious Gospel of the Blessed God, 1 Tim. 1.11. He is the Author:
Does it not derogate from the authority of it, to Appropriate it to any Man? I answer, No. Elsewhere it is called God's Gospel, The glorious Gospel of the Blessed God, 1 Tim. 1.11. He is the Author:
Therefore, when he saith, our Gospel, he doth not mean it of principal Revelation, but in regard of Dispensation, and Trust. 1 Tim. 1.11. The glorious Gospel of the Blessed God is committed to my trust.
Therefore, when he Says, our Gospel, he does not mean it of principal Revelation, but in regard of Dispensation, and Trust. 1 Tim. 1.11. The glorious Gospel of the Blessed God is committed to my trust.
2. It is a word of Esteem, Love, and Affection; what we love, we call ours. Rom 16.25. Now to him that is able to stablish you according to my Gospel.
2. It is a word of Esteem, Love, and Affection; what we love, we call ours. Rom 16.25. Now to him that is able to establish you according to my Gospel.
And Believers should be glad they are partakers of the benefit. Ephes. 1.13. In whom ye trusted after ye heard the Word of Truth, the Gospel of your Salvation. It is theirs, and ours.
And Believers should be glad they Are partakers of the benefit. Ephesians 1.13. In whom you trusted After you herd the Word of Truth, the Gospel of your Salvation. It is theirs, and ours.
Oh blessed be God for this! 3. It is a work importing Diligence; our Gospel, that which he preached with so much Labour, and Hazard; he followed this Work close. Acts 20.24. I count not my Life dear, that I may finish my Course with joy, and the Ministry which I have received of the Lord Iesus, to testifie the Gospel of the Grace of God ? He was willing to die and suffer any thing for the Gospels sake. 4. The Consent and Harmony between him and the rest of the Apostles.
O blessed be God for this! 3. It is a work importing Diligence; our Gospel, that which he preached with so much Labour, and Hazard; he followed this Work close. Acts 20.24. I count not my Life dear, that I may finish my Course with joy, and the Ministry which I have received of the Lord Iesus, to testify the Gospel of the Grace of God? He was willing to die and suffer any thing for the Gospels sake. 4. The Consent and Harmony between him and the rest of the Apostles.
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Sometimes he calleth it, My Gospel, to assert his own Apostolical Authority, as Rom. 2.16. Sometimes, Our Gospel, 2 Cor. 4.3. to note their common Consent, who were the authorized Messengers of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Sometime he calls it, My Gospel, to assert his own Apostolical authority, as Rom. 2.16. Sometime, Our Gospel, 2 Cor. 4.3. to note their Common Consent, who were the authorized Messengers of our Lord jesus christ.
This is the belief of the Truth we are called unto. 1. The Assent must be Fiducial, or accompanied with a trust in Christ. Ephes. 1.13. In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the Word of Truth, the Gospel of your Salvation.
This is the belief of the Truth we Are called unto. 1. The Assent must be Fiducial, or accompanied with a trust in christ. Ephesians 1.13. In whom you also trusted, After that you herd the Word of Truth, the Gospel of your Salvation.
The meaning is, the Gentiles after they heard the Gospel, and believed the Truth, they did trust themselves in the Hands of Christ, to be brought by his Saving and Healing Methods to eternal Happiness.
The meaning is, the Gentiles After they herd the Gospel, and believed the Truth, they did trust themselves in the Hands of christ, to be brought by his Saving and Healing Methods to Eternal Happiness.
and whatever befalleth us, are content to save our Souls on his Terms. This breedeth holy Security, or Courage. 2 Tim. 1.12. For I know whom I have believed, and I am persuaded, that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that Day.
and whatever befalls us, Are content to save our Souls on his Terms. This breeds holy Security, or Courage. 2 Tim. 1.12. For I know whom I have believed, and I am persuaded, that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that Day.
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2. This Confidence must be Obediential, not a devout Sloath, or Carelessness. To trust in his Mercies and neglect his Precepts, crosseth the Tenor of his Covenant. Psal. 119.60. I made haste, and delayed not, to keep thy Commandments.
2. This Confidence must be Obediential, not a devout Sloth, or Carelessness. To trust in his mercies and neglect his Precepts, Crosseth the Tenor of his Covenant. Psalm 119.60. I made haste, and delayed not, to keep thy commandments.
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but Pardon is promised to the Sincere, that with an honest Heart perform their Duty: Psal. 32.2. Blessed is the Man to whom the Lord imputeth not Iniquity;
but Pardon is promised to the Sincere, that with an honest Heart perform their Duty: Psalm 32.2. Blessed is the Man to whom the Lord imputeth not Iniquity;
As (1.) That there may be a likeness between the Person calling, and the Persons called. 1 Pet. 1.15. But as he that called you is Holy, so be ye holy in all manner of Conversation.
As (1.) That there may be a likeness between the Person calling, and the Persons called. 1 Pet. 1.15. But as he that called you is Holy, so be you holy in all manner of Conversation.
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Quo pacto se non faceret, cum in Templo adorare cogeretur Jovem potius quam Catonem. But our God is Pure, as appeareth by his Laws, which are all Holy, Just, and Good, Psal. 119.140.
Quo pacto se non faceret, cum in Templo adorare cogeretur Jovem potius quam Catonem. But our God is Pure, as appears by his Laws, which Are all Holy, Just, and Good, Psalm 119.140.
Surely such holy Precepts could come from none, but a Pure and Holy God. As also by the Work of his Spirit on his People. Ephes. 4.24. And that ye put on the New Man, which after God is created in Righteousness and true Holiness. And 2 Cor. 3.18.
Surely such holy Precepts could come from none, but a Pure and Holy God. As also by the Work of his Spirit on his People. Ephesians 4.24. And that you put on the New Man, which After God is created in Righteousness and true Holiness. And 2 Cor. 3.18.
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He puts into us a Nature that is very tender and shie of Sin, troubled at it in others. 2 Pet. 2.7, 8. And delivered just Lot, vexed with the filthy Conversation of the Wicked:
He puts into us a Nature that is very tender and shy of since, troubled At it in Others. 2 Pet. 2.7, 8. And Delivered just Lot, vexed with the filthy Conversation of the Wicked:
He that made the Eye, shall not he see? He that put into us a clean Heart, is not he Pure and Holy? This appeareth also by the dispensations of his Providence. Hab. 1.13. Thou art of purer Eyes than to behold Evil, and canst not look on Iniquity:
He that made the Eye, shall not he see? He that put into us a clean Heart, is not he Pure and Holy? This appears also by the dispensations of his Providence. Hab. 1.13. Thou art of Purer Eyes than to behold Evil, and Canst not look on Iniquity:
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Wherefore lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously, and holdest thy Tongue, when the Wicked devoureth the Man that is more Righteous than he? Judgments on Sinners, so on his own People. Prov 11.31. Behold the Righteous shall be recompenced in Earth, much more the Wicked and the Sinner. As for Instance in David :
Wherefore Lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously, and holdest thy Tongue, when the Wicked devoureth the Man that is more Righteous than he? Judgments on Sinners, so on his own People. Curae 11.31. Behold the Righteous shall be recompensed in Earth, much more the Wicked and the Sinner. As for Instance in David:
All these are as so many strong Bonds and Obligations upon us, to walk worthy of God, who hath called us to his Kingdom and Glory, in Iesus Christ, 1 Thess. 2.12. Worthy of his Grace in Calling;
All these Are as so many strong Bonds and Obligations upon us, to walk worthy of God, who hath called us to his Kingdom and Glory, in Iesus christ, 1 Thess 2.12. Worthy of his Grace in Calling;
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According as his Divine Power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto Life, and Godliness, through the knowledg of him that hath called us to Glory and Vertue.
According as his Divine Power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto Life, and Godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to Glory and Virtue.
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And therefore t•e first benefit we receive in the other World, is the Salvation of the Soul. 1. Pet. 1.9. Receiving the end of your Faith, even the salvation of your Souls.
And Therefore t•e First benefit we receive in the other World, is the Salvation of the Soul. 1. Pet. 1.9. Receiving the end of your Faith, even the salvation of your Souls.
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The Righteous shall shine as the Sun, in the Kingdom of the Father, Matth. 13.43. Stephen's Face shone (in this Life) as it were the Face of an Angel, Acts 6.15.
The Righteous shall shine as the Sun, in the Kingdom of the Father, Matthew 13.43. Stephen's Face shone (in this Life) as it were the Face of an Angel, Acts 6.15.
And Moses his Face shone by Converse with God in the Mount, Exod. 34.30. Our Bodies shall be likened unto his glorious Body, Phil. 3.21. In the Transfiguration, His Face did shine as the Sun, and his Rayment did shine as the Light.
And Moses his Face shone by Converse with God in the Mount, Exod 34.30. Our Bodies shall be likened unto his glorious Body, Philip 3.21. In the Transfiguration, His Face did shine as the Sun, and his Raiment did shine as the Light.
God preserved Moses his natural Vigour for a long time, Deut. 34.7. but glorified Bodies shall for ever remain in an eternal spring of Youth. 4. Subtilty, as Spiritual Body:
God preserved Moses his natural Vigour for a long time, Deuteronomy 34.7. but glorified Bodies shall for ever remain in an Eternal spring of Youth. 4. Subtlety, as Spiritual Body:
we were Redeemed, or bought by the pr•ce of his Blood, that we might attain to his Glory. Ephes. 1.14. In whom we have Redemption through his Blood, even the forgiveness of Sins, according to the riches of his Grace.
we were Redeemed, or bought by the pr•ce of his Blood, that we might attain to his Glory. Ephesians 1.14. In whom we have Redemption through his Blood, even the forgiveness of Sins, according to the riches of his Grace.
All that obey this Call have Eternal Life already begun, nay, compleated. 1 John 2.25. And this is the Promise, that he hath promised us, even Eternal Life.
All that obey this Call have Eternal Life already begun, nay, completed. 1 John 2.25. And this is the Promise, that he hath promised us, even Eternal Life.
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(3.) It is Prayed for by Christ; which is a Copy of his Intercession. John 17.14. Father, I will that they also whom th•u hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory, which thou hast given me.
(3.) It is Prayed for by christ; which is a Copy of his Intercession. John 17.14. Father, I will that they also whom th•u hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory, which thou hast given me.
4. It is actually bestowed by Christ on his Followers and called People. He receiveth our departing Souls as soon as they fleet out of the Body. Acts. 7.59. Lord Iesus, receive my Spirit.
4. It is actually bestowed by christ on his Followers and called People. He receives our departing Souls as soon as they fleet out of the Body. Acts. 7.59. Lord Iesus, receive my Spirit.
The same Glory in kind, whereunto Christ's humanity is advanced, referring to him only his priviledg in the degree. So Rom. 8.17. And if Children, then Heirs, Heirs of God, and joint-Heirs with Christ:
The same Glory in kind, whereunto Christ's humanity is advanced, referring to him only his privilege in the degree. So Rom. 8.17. And if Children, then Heirs, Heirs of God, and Joint heirs with christ:
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and though we cannot say, that none are called, that are not elected, for the Lord calleth others not only by the voice of Nature, but the Gospel. Matth. 22.14. Many are called, but few are chosen.
and though we cannot say, that none Are called, that Are not elected, for the Lord calls Others not only by the voice of Nature, but the Gospel. Matthew 22.14. Many Are called, but few Are chosen.
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Yet we may say, that none are chosen, but they are in time called, so that Vocation is as it were actual Election, they are often put one for another, as Joh. 15.19. I have chosen you out of the World, therefore the World hateth you:
Yet we may say, that none Are chosen, but they Are in time called, so that Vocation is as it were actual Election, they Are often put one for Another, as John 15.19. I have chosen you out of the World, Therefore the World hates you:
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That is, called them, or pursued his choice. So 1 Cor. 1.26. Ye see your Calling, Brethren, that not many wise Men after the Flesh, not many noble, not many mighty, are called:
That is, called them, or pursued his choice. So 1 Cor. 1.26. You see your Calling, Brothers, that not many wise Men After the Flesh, not many noble, not many mighty, Are called:
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Reason sheweth it. 1. Effectual Calling is that. powerful operation of God, wherein he beginneth to execute the purposes of his Grace. Rom. 8.28. And we know that all things work together for good, to them that love God, to them who are the Called according to his purpose NONLATINALPHABET.
Reason shows it. 1. Effectual Calling is that. powerful operation of God, wherein he begins to execute the Purposes of his Grace. Rom. 8.28. And we know that all things work together for good, to them that love God, to them who Are the Called according to his purpose.
before w• were made good by calling? 3. The effect doth infallibly follow, John 6.37. All that the Father hath given me shall come to me, and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.
before w• were made good by calling? 3. The Effect does infallibly follow, John 6.37. All that the Father hath given me shall come to me, and him that comes to me I will in no wise cast out.
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1. Let us apply our selves to the Means with reverence and seriousness; because God's Power is shewn in them, in converting Souls to himself. Psal. 65.4. Blessed is the Man whom thou choosest, and causest to draw nigh unto thee, that he may dwell in thy Courts.
1. Let us apply our selves to the Means with Reverence and seriousness; Because God's Power is shown in them, in converting Souls to himself. Psalm 65.4. Blessed is the Man whom thou choosest, and causest to draw High unto thee, that he may dwell in thy Courts.
But yet if you can but tarry, the Hand of the Lord may be with you also, you do not know the seasons of the Lord's Grace, all are not called at the first hour;
But yet if you can but tarry, the Hand of the Lord may be with you also, you do not know the seasons of the Lord's Grace, all Are not called At the First hour;
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We have great Priviledges, we are called to enjoy sweet fellowship with Christ here. 1 Cor. 1.9. Faithful is he who hath called you, to the Communion of Christ Iesus our Lord ;
We have great Privileges, we Are called to enjoy sweet fellowship with christ Here. 1 Cor. 1.9. Faithful is he who hath called you, to the Communion of christ Iesus our Lord;
And when it was lost by Sin, Christ came and payed our Ransom, that he might renew us by his Spirit. Tit. 3.5. According to his Mer•y, he saved us, by the washing of Regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost.
And when it was lost by since, christ Come and paid our Ransom, that he might renew us by his Spirit. Tit. 3.5. According to his Mer•y, he saved us, by the washing of Regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost.
Holiness is the Beauty of God himself, Exod. 15.11. and puts an Excellency on us, if we love it, and imitate it. Prov. 12.26. The Righteous is more excellent than his Neigbour:
Holiness is the Beauty of God himself, Exod 15.11. and puts an Excellency on us, if we love it, and imitate it. Curae 12.26. The Righteous is more excellent than his Neighbour:
In short, it is a part of Salvation it self, and a Means to that which remaineth. Act. 26.18. — Inheritance among them which are Sanctified by Faith in Christ Iesus.
In short, it is a part of Salvation it self, and a Means to that which remains. Act. 26.18. — Inheritance among them which Are Sanctified by Faith in christ Iesus.
Have we God's Call? Have we obeyed the Gospel? This will clear up your Election to you. 2 Pet. 1.10. Wherefore the rather, Brethren, give diligence to make your Calling and Election sure:
Have we God's Call? Have we obeyed the Gospel? This will clear up your Election to you. 2 Pet. 1.10. Wherefore the rather, Brothers, give diligence to make your Calling and Election sure:
for Christ came to call Sinners to Repentance, Matth. 9.14 That is, Men sensible of Sin to holiness of Heart and Life, to return to God that we may first live to him, and then with him.
for christ Come to call Sinners to Repentance, Matthew 9.14 That is, Men sensible of since to holiness of Heart and Life, to return to God that we may First live to him, and then with him.
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Now we should remember we are called off from these Things, from dreggy Contentments, base Injoyments, to the Glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 3. The evils of the World, Crosses, Afflictions:
Now we should Remember we Are called off from these Things, from dreggy Contentment's, base Enjoyments, to the Glory of our Lord jesus christ. 3. The evils of the World, Crosses, Afflictions:
After we have suffered a while, the God of all Grace who hath called us unto his Eternal Glory by Christ Iesus, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you. And 2 Tim. 2.11.12. It is a faithful saying:
After we have suffered a while, the God of all Grace who hath called us unto his Eternal Glory by christ Iesus, make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you. And 2 Tim. 2.11.12. It is a faithful saying:
Our Afflictions are both breves & leves, light and momentary. 2 Cor. 4.17. For our light Affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of Glory.
Our Afflictions Are both breves & leves, Light and momentary. 2 Cor. 4.17. For our Light Affliction, which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory.
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This should sweeten all bitter Waters. 4. To dispose and prepare us for Death. The contemplation of Immortality hath left strong impressions on the Hearts of Heathens;
This should sweeten all bitter Waters. 4. To dispose and prepare us for Death. The contemplation of Immortality hath left strong impressions on the Hearts of heathens;
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should make us wonder. 1 Pet. 2.9. Ye should shew forth the Praises of him, who hath called you out of darkness, into his marvelous Light. 2. Walk answerably, Ephes. 4.1. I therefore, the Prisoner of the Lord, beseech you, that ye walk worthy of the Vocation wherewith ye are called. And 1 Thess. 2.12. That ye would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his Kingdom and Glory.
should make us wonder. 1 Pet. 2.9. You should show forth the Praises of him, who hath called you out of darkness, into his marvelous Light. 2. Walk answerably, Ephesians 4.1. I Therefore, the Prisoner of the Lord, beseech you, that you walk worthy of the Vocation wherewith you Are called. And 1 Thess 2.12. That you would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his Kingdom and Glory.
The Comforts he propoundeth to them were taken; 1. From their Election, vers. 13.2. From their Vocation, vers. 14. His Exhortation is to Perseverance: Therefore, Brethren, &c. In the words observe;
The Comforts he propoundeth to them were taken; 1. From their Election, vers. 13.2. From their Vocation, vers. 14. His Exhortation is to Perseverance: Therefore, Brothers, etc. In the words observe;
2. The Duty inferred, NONLATINALPHABET, stand fast; It is a Military word, you have the same in other places, 1 Cor. 16.13. Watch ye, stand ye fast, &c. Ephes. 6.14. Stand therefore, having your Loins girt about with. Truth. The word intimateth Perseverance.
2. The Duty inferred,, stand fast; It is a Military word, you have the same in other places, 1 Cor. 16.13. Watch you, stand you fast, etc. Ephesians 6.14. Stand Therefore, having your Loins girded about with. Truth. The word intimateth Perseverance.
1. The Act. 2. The Object. 1. The Act NONLATINALPHABET, hold with strong hand; The word implyeth a forcible holding against Assaults, whether of Error or Persecution.
1. The Act. 2. The Object. 1. The Act, hold with strong hand; The word Implies a forcible holding against Assaults, whither of Error or Persecution.
as the Institutions of the Family of the Rechabites, in the observance of which, from Father to Son, they were so exact and punctual, that God produceth their example to shame the disobedience of his People;
as the Institutions of the Family of the Rechabites, in the observance of which, from Father to Son, they were so exact and punctual, that God Produceth their Exampl to shame the disobedience of his People;
such as were those of the Pharisee•, Matth. 15.2 Why transgress ye the Commandment of God by your Traditions? Humane Inventions in Religion, are contrary to, and destructive of Divine Laws. Secondly; Traditions Divine;
such as were those of the Pharisee•, Matthew 15.2 Why transgress you the Commandment of God by your Traditions? Humane Inventions in Religion, Are contrary to, and destructive of Divine Laws. Secondly; Traditions Divine;
The whole Doctrine of the Gospel, is a Tradition delivered and conveyed to us by fit Messengers, such as the Apostles were; 1 Cor. 11.2. Now I praise you, Brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the Ordinances, [ Marg. Traditions ] as I delivered them to you.
The Whole Doctrine of the Gospel, is a Tradition Delivered and conveyed to us by fit Messengers, such as the Apostles were; 1 Cor. 11.2. Now I praise you, Brothers, that you Remember me in all things, and keep the Ordinances, [ Marg. Traditions ] as I Delivered them to you.
that is, by word of Mouth, when present; or by Epistle, when absent: And he saith, not Epistles, but Epistle, as alluding to the former wrote unto them:
that is, by word of Mouth, when present; or by Epistle, when absent: And he Says, not Epistles, but Epistle, as alluding to the former wrote unto them:
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and the Profession and Practice of Godliness. III. That the Means of standing fast in the Faith of Christ, and the Profession and Practice of Godliness, is by holding the Traditions which were taught by the Holy Apostles.
and the Profession and Practice of Godliness. III. That the Means of standing fast in the Faith of christ, and the Profession and Practice of Godliness, is by holding the Traditions which were taught by the Holy Apostles.
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but common experience sheweth, that the End cannot be obtain'd without a diligent use of the means. Prov. 13.4. The Soul of the Sluggard desireth, and hath nothing;
but Common experience shows, that the End cannot be obtained without a diligent use of the means. Curae 13.4. The Soul of the Sluggard Desires, and hath nothing;
How could that Assurance given to Paul from God, and Paul 's Caution to the Mariners stand together? Doth the Purpose of God, depend upon the uncertain Will and Actions of Men? I Answer, Not as a Cause, from whence it receiveth its force and strength,
How could that Assurance given to Paul from God, and Paul is Caution to the Mariners stand together? Does the Purpose of God, depend upon the uncertain Will and Actions of Men? I Answer, Not as a Cause, from whence it receives its force and strength,
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As in the instance of Naaman, God was resolved to cure him; but Naaman must take his prescribed way, though against his own fancy and conceit; 2 King. 5.10. Wash in Jordan seven times, and thy flesh shall come again unto thee, and thou shalt be clean:
As in the instance of Naaman, God was resolved to cure him; but Naaman must take his prescribed Way, though against his own fancy and conceit; 2 King. 5.10. Wash in Jordan seven times, and thy Flesh shall come again unto thee, and thou shalt be clean:
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1. A cowardly Flight, implyeth our being overcome in the evil Day, by the many Afflictions that befal us for the Truths sake; Ephes. 6.13. Wherefore take to you the whole Armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil Day;
1. A cowardly Flight, Implies our being overcome in the evil Day, by the many Afflictions that befall us for the Truths sake; Ephesians 6.13. Wherefore take to you the Whole Armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil Day;
2. A treacherous Revolt, or yielding to the Enemy, by complying with those things which are against the Interest of Christ and his Kingdom for advantage-sake; 2 Tim. 4.10. Demas hath forsaken us, and loved the present World.
2. A treacherous Revolt, or yielding to the Enemy, by complying with those things which Are against the Interest of christ and his Kingdom for advantage-sake; 2 Tim. 4.10. Demas hath forsaken us, and loved the present World.
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price things as they are commodious to the Flesh, and will save them from Sufferings. The byass of such Mens Hearts doth easily prevail against the Light of their Understandings. III. Prop. The Means of standing fast, is, by holding the Traditions which were taught by the Holy Apostles. Here I will prove;
price things as they Are commodious to the Flesh, and will save them from Sufferings. The bias of such Men's Hearts does Easily prevail against the Light of their Understandings. III. Prop. The Means of standing fast, is, by holding the Traditions which were taught by the Holy Apostles. Here I will prove;
Well then, since the Gospel is not an Invention, it is a Tradition, or a delivery of the Truth upon the Testimony of one •hat came from God, to instruct the World, or reduce it to him:
Well then, since the Gospel is not an Invention, it is a Tradition, or a delivery of the Truth upon the Testimony of one •hat Come from God, to instruct the World, or reduce it to him:
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The Lord bearing them witness, &c. Christ delivered it to the Apostles, and the Apostles delivered it to others; 2 Tim. 2.2. Those things which thou hast heard from me among many Witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful Men, who shall be able to teach others also.
The Lord bearing them witness, etc. christ Delivered it to the Apostles, and the Apostles Delivered it to Others; 2 Tim. 2.2. Those things which thou hast herd from me among many Witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful Men, who shall be able to teach Others also.
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The Apostles received the Gospel from Christ; and the Churches and Ministers from the Apostles; and they delivered it down to others until it came to us;
The Apostles received the Gospel from christ; and the Churches and Ministers from the Apostles; and they Delivered it down to Others until it Come to us;
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And by this Tradition Christianity hath held up the Head again•t all encounters of Time, and the persecutions of Adverse Powers have not suppressed it;
And by this Tradition Christianity hath held up the Head again•t all encounters of Time, and the persecutions of Adverse Powers have not suppressed it;
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For with them and their Success•rs (as to these necessary things) Christ hath promised to be to the end of the World, Matth. 28. 20. 2. My next Argument is;
For with them and their Success•rs (as to these necessary things) christ hath promised to be to the end of the World, Matthew 28. 20. 2. My next Argument is;
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and at length died for Sinners, confirming both in Life and Death the truth of his Mission, by such unquestionable Miracles as shewed hi• to be the Son of God,
and At length died for Sinners, confirming both in Life and Death the truth of his Mission, by such unquestionable Miracles as showed hi• to be the Son of God,
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Matters of Fact can only be proved by credible Witnesses, and this was the great Office put upon the Apostles, Acts 1.8, 21, 22. and Acts 2.32. Acts 3.15. Acts 10.39, 40, 41. 2. As it is matter of Faith, or the Doctrine built upon this Matter of Fact:
Matters of Fact can only be proved by credible Witnesses, and this was the great Office put upon the Apostles, Acts 1.8, 21, 22. and Acts 2.32. Acts 3.15. Acts 10.39, 40, 41. 2. As it is matter of Faith, or the Doctrine built upon this Matter of Fact:
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And what is that but Tradition? We believe in God by hearing of him, and we hear by a Preacher, Rom. 10.14. Ordinary common Preachers give us notice, but Christ and his Apostles give us assurance;
And what is that but Tradition? We believe in God by hearing of him, and we hear by a Preacher, Rom. 10.14. Ordinary Common Preachers give us notice, but christ and his Apostles give us assurance;
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nor in our Difficulties and Distresses, expect Happiness from him without his Warrant and Assurance. But by this Doctrine delivered to us, we have all that belongeth to Faith, Obedience, and Happiness;
nor in our Difficulties and Distresses, expect Happiness from him without his Warrant and Assurance. But by this Doctrine Delivered to us, we have all that belongeth to Faith, obedience, and Happiness;
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The fundamental reason of Obedience, is the sight of God's Will, 1 Thess. 4.3. 1 Thess. 5.18. 1 Pet. 2.15. To do what God never Commanded, or not to do it upon that account, but for other reasons, is not Obedience;
The fundamental reason of obedience, is the sighed of God's Will, 1 Thess 4.3. 1 Thess 5.18. 1 Pet. 2.15. To do what God never Commanded, or not to do it upon that account, but for other Reasons, is not obedience;
but never bidden to consult with the Church, to know what unwritten Traditions She hath in her keeping to instruct us in our Duty. 3. No certain expectation of Happiness.
but never bidden to consult with the Church, to know what unwritten Traditions She hath in her keeping to instruct us in our Duty. 3. No certain expectation of Happiness.
For being often absent from Chur•hes newly Planted, and Heresies arising, or some Contentions, which could not be avoided among weak Christians, God over-ruled these occasions for the profit of the Church in after Ages;
For being often absent from Chur•hes newly Planted, and Heresies arising, or Some Contentions, which could not be avoided among weak Christians, God overruled these occasions for the profit of the Church in After Ages;
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V. Prop. That now when they are long since gone to God, and we cannot receive from them the Doctrine of Life by word of Mouth, we must stick to the Scriptures,
V. Prop. That now when they Are long since gone to God, and we cannot receive from them the Doctrine of Life by word of Mouth, we must stick to the Scriptures,
Christ always appealeth to the Writings of the Old Testament, both against Traditions, which he condemneth, Matth. 15.2. and against pretended Revelations; Luke 16.31. If they hear not Moses and the Prophets, neither will be persuaded to repent, if one should come from the Dead.
christ always appealeth to the Writings of the Old Testament, both against Traditions, which he Condemneth, Matthew 15.2. and against pretended Revelations; Lycia 16.31. If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will be persuaded to Repent, if one should come from the Dead.
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Now how can we do better than to imitate these great Examples? 2. Because those things were written for our sakes. 1 John 1.4. These things write we unto you, that your Ioy may be full.
Now how can we do better than to imitate these great Examples? 2. Because those things were written for our sakes. 1 John 1.4. These things write we unto you, that your Joy may be full.
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The perfection of Scripture is known by its End, and intended Use, which is to give us a knowledg of those things which concern our Faith, Duty, and Happiness. 1. Our Faith in Christ.
The perfection of Scripture is known by its End, and intended Use, which is to give us a knowledge of those things which concern our Faith, Duty, and Happiness. 1. Our Faith in christ.
But these things are written that ye might believe in the Son of God, and have Life through his Name, John 20.30, 31. Certainly, nothing is wanting to beget a Faith in Christ: The Object is sufficiently propounded;
But these things Are written that you might believe in the Son of God, and have Life through his Name, John 20.30, 31. Certainly, nothing is wanting to beget a Faith in christ: The Object is sufficiently propounded;
If Subjective Grace, it persuadeth and exciteth what to do: To live Soberly, Righteously, Godly in the present World, Tit. 2.12. There are all the branches of Man's Duty enumerated: Sobriety relateth to self-government;
If Subjective Grace, it Persuadeth and Exciteth what to do: To live Soberly, Righteously, Godly in the present World, Tit. 2.12. There Are all the branches of Man's Duty enumerated: Sobriety relateth to self-government;
but so the holy Scriptures are said to do. 2. Tim. 3.15. And that from a Child thou hast known the hol• Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto Salvation, through the Faith which is in Christ Iesus.
but so the holy Scriptures Are said to do. 2. Tim. 3.15. And that from a Child thou hast known the hol• Scriptures, which Are able to make thee wise unto Salvation, through the Faith which is in christ Iesus.
but the Man of God, who is to Instruct others, he needeth look no further, but is furnished out of the Scripture with all things necessary to discharge his Office.
but the Man of God, who is to Instruct Others, he needs look no further, but is furnished out of the Scripture with all things necessary to discharge his Office.
and knowing they are not able to stand before the Light of Scriptures, have, to the no little prejudice of the Christian Cause, done all they can to weaken the Authority, Sufficiency,
and knowing they Are not able to stand before the Light of Scriptures, have, to the no little prejudice of the Christian Cause, done all they can to weaken the authority, Sufficiency,
and so NONLATINALPHABET, at sundry times, by several Steps and Degrees, he acquainted the World with the Truths necessary for Man to know, delivering them out by Portions, not altogether at once, till he came who had the Spirit without measure, John 3.34.
and so, At sundry times, by several Steps and Degrees, he acquainted the World with the Truths necessary for Man to know, delivering them out by Portions, not altogether At once, till he Come who had the Spirit without measure, John 3.34.
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The Prophets to whom God revealed himself before, by Visions, Oracles, Dreams, or the coming of the Spirit upon them, had the Spirit, NONLATINALPHABET, by measure, to fit them for some particular Errand,
The prophets to whom God revealed himself before, by Visions, Oracles, Dreams, or the coming of the Spirit upon them, had the Spirit,, by measure, to fit them for Some particular Errand,
And ordinary Pastors and Teachers, cannot make more Articles of Faith, but do only build on the Apostles Foundation, 1 Cor. 3.10.. or that divinely inspired Doctrine which they delivered to the Church:
And ordinary Pastors and Teachers, cannot make more Articles of Faith, but do only built on the Apostles Foundation, 1 Cor. 3.10.. or that divinely inspired Doctrine which they Delivered to the Church:
Yea, that the Church which is dispersed throughout the World, might have Truth at hand, and perticular Believers have this Doctrine ever by them for their comfort and use;
Yea, that the Church which is dispersed throughout the World, might have Truth At hand, and particular Believers have this Doctrine ever by them for their Comfort and use;
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it being the property of a Blessed Man, to delight in the Law of God, and to exercise himself therein day and night, Psal. 1.2. In short, while the Apostles were living, 'twas good to take the Tradition from their Mouth;
it being the property of a Blessed Man, to delight in the Law of God, and to exercise himself therein day and night, Psalm 1.2. In short, while the Apostles were living, 'twas good to take the Tradition from their Mouth;
I say, if some writing were necessary then, it is more necessary now, for the Christian Church is more exposed to dreadful storms of Persecution, the deceits of Heretics of all sorts, especially to the frauds of Antichrist, which we are forewarned of in this Chapter,
I say, if Some writing were necessary then, it is more necessary now, for the Christian Church is more exposed to dreadful storms of Persecution, the Deceits of Heretics of all sorts, especially to the frauds of Antichrist, which we Are forewarned of in this Chapter,
and true to the Baptismal Covenant, yet if he submitteth not to these unwritten Traditions, he wants some Point necessary to Faith and Practice, and so to Life eternal:
and true to the Baptismal Covenant, yet if he submitteth not to these unwritten Traditions, he Wants Some Point necessary to Faith and Practice, and so to Life Eternal:
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which is contrary to Mark 16.16. He that believeth, and is baptized, shall be saved; and he that believeth not, shall be damned. And Iohn 17.3. This is Life Eternal, to know thee the only true God, and Iesus Christ whom thou hast sent.
which is contrary to Mark 16.16. He that Believeth, and is baptised, shall be saved; and he that Believeth not, shall be damned. And John 17.3. This is Life Eternal, to know thee the only true God, and Iesus christ whom thou hast sent.
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Now the unjust and fraudulent practices which they have used, to promote this usurpation over the Churches of Christ, render them false Men, most unfit to be trusted in this kind.
Now the unjust and fraudulent practices which they have used, to promote this usurpation over the Churches of christ, render them false Men, most unfit to be trusted in this kind.
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Partly with respect to the Manner, they will have these things to be received, pari reverentia & pietatis affectu, with the same reverence and pious affection with which we receive the Holy Scriptures;
Partly with respect to the Manner, they will have these things to be received, Pair Reverence & pietatis affectu, with the same Reverence and pious affection with which we receive the Holy Scriptures;
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Did ever any of their Doctors say the same things of Traditions, which they take the boldness to say of Scripture? Did they ever call them Pen and Inkhorn,
Did ever any of their Doctors say the same things of Traditions, which they take the boldness to say of Scripture? Did they ever call them Pen and Inkhorn,
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And call you this Reverence and pious Affection to the Scriptures and Traditions? Partly because they would never give us a Catalogue of unwritten Traditions, necessary to be observed by all Christians;
And call you this reverence and pious Affection to the Scriptures and Traditions? Partly Because they would never give us a Catalogue of unwritten Traditions, necessary to be observed by all Christians;
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It may be lest they should amaze the People with the multitude of them, or else that the People may not know how many of their Doctrines are destitute of Scripture proof,
It may be lest they should amaze the People with the multitude of them, or Else that the People may not know how many of their Doctrines Are destitute of Scripture proof,
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1. Because Scripture it self is a Tradition, as we proved before, and is conveyed to us by the most credible means, which we have no reason to doubt of.
1. Because Scripture it self is a Tradition, as we proved before, and is conveyed to us by the most credible means, which we have no reason to doubt of.
The Scriptures of the Old Testament were preserved by the Jews, to whom were committed the Oracles of God, Rom. 3.2. Protestants received all the Books which they admitted into their Canon.
The Scriptures of the Old Testament were preserved by the jews, to whom were committed the Oracles of God, Rom. 3.2. Protestants received all the Books which they admitted into their Canon.
and these Writings have the signature and stamp of God's Spirit on them, and have bin blessed by God, to the converting and sanctifying of many Souls:
and these Writings have the signature and stamp of God's Spirit on them, and have been blessed by God, to the converting and sanctifying of many Souls:
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And by them Christianity hath bin preserved in the World, notwithstanding the wickedness of it, and hath held up head against all the encounter of Time.
And by them Christianity hath been preserved in the World, notwithstanding the wickedness of it, and hath held up head against all the encounter of Time.
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and are very useful to discover the frauds of Heretics, as Trinity, Divine Providence, consubstantial procession of the Holy Ghost, Satisfaction, &c. 5. We reject not all Church-History, or the Records of Ancient Writers concerning the Providences of God in their Days, in owning the Gospel;
and Are very useful to discover the frauds of Heretics, as Trinity, Divine Providence, consubstantial procession of the Holy Ghost, Satisfaction, etc. 5. We reject not all Church history, or the Records of Ancient Writers Concerning the Providences of God in their Days, in owning the Gospel;
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Yea, that manifest Corruptions and Usurpations, as making Rome the Mistress of other Churches, and superinducing the Pope as the Head of the Universal Visible Church,
Yea, that manifest Corruptions and Usurpations, as making Rome the Mistress of other Churches, and superinducing the Pope as the Head of the Universal Visible Church,
Therefore here nothing of difficulty will occur; our Prayers the more simply and plainly they are exprest, the more sincere they are. In this Prayer observe,
Therefore Here nothing of difficulty will occur; our Prayers the more simply and plainly they Are expressed, the more sincere they Are. In this Prayer observe,
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which are also two, 1. Without us. 2. Within us. 1. He hath given everlasting Consolation. 2. Good hope through Grace. III. The Blessings prayed for. 1. Increase of Comfort, comfort your Hearts. 2. Perseverance, or Establishment;
which Are also two, 1. Without us. 2. Within us. 1. He hath given everlasting Consolation. 2. Good hope through Grace. III. The Blessings prayed for. 1. Increase of Comfort, Comfort your Hearts. 2. Perseverance, or Establishment;
He had exhorted them to hold fast the Traditions, and presently addeth, Our Lord Iesus Christ, and God the Father stablish you, in every good Word and Work.
He had exhorted them to hold fast the Traditions, and presently adds, Our Lord Iesus christ, and God the Father establish you, in every good Word and Work.
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Election doth not exclude God's Means, which is Vocation, nor Man's means, which is Exhortation; but that availeth little, unless the Matter be brought before God again by Prayer. Now this Method is necessary.
Election does not exclude God's Means, which is Vocation, nor Man's means, which is Exhortation; but that availeth little, unless the Matter be brought before God again by Prayer. Now this Method is necessary.
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we cannot imagin to enter upon this design without any hope of success without God. That there is a Fulness in God to supply all our Wants. Ephes. 3.20.
we cannot imagine to enter upon this Design without any hope of success without God. That there is a Fullness in God to supply all our Wants. Ephesians 3.20.
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Vse of Direction. When you come to wait on the Word, or receive here any quickning Exhortation, call God into the Business, that the thing may not die away in your Hearts.
Use of Direction. When you come to wait on the Word, or receive Here any quickening Exhortation, call God into the Business, that the thing may not die away in your Hearts.
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if you hear of Christ in the Word, and make use of him in Prayer. II. Observation. That Prayer must be made to God alone. Psal. 65.2. Oh thou that hearest Prayer, unto thee shall all Flesh come:
if you hear of christ in the Word, and make use of him in Prayer. II Observation. That Prayer must be made to God alone. Psalm 65.2. O thou that Hearst Prayer, unto thee shall all Flesh come:
for surely God knoweth whom he hath made, and whom he supporteth, and governeth. A notable Instance we have, Acts 9.11. And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the Street that is called Straight and inquire in the House of Judas, for one called Saul of Tarsus:
for surely God Knoweth whom he hath made, and whom he supporteth, and Governs. A notable Instance we have, Acts 9.11. And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the Street that is called Straight and inquire in the House of Judas, for one called Saul of Tarsus:
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for behold he prayeth. What a description is here of God's particular Providence? the City of Damascus, the Street called Straight, the House of one Iudas, the Person, a Lodger there, one Paul of Tarsus ;
for behold he Prayeth. What a description is Here of God's particular Providence? the city of Damascus, the Street called Straight, the House of one Iudas, the Person, a Lodger there, one Paul of Tarsus;
the Action he was imployed in, behold, he Prayeth! He knoweth our Wants and Necessities, Mark 6.8. Your Father knoweth what things you have need of before you ask him.
the Actium he was employed in, behold, he Prayeth! He Knoweth our Wants and Necessities, Mark 6.8. Your Father Knoweth what things you have need of before you ask him.
He observed every weary step of David in the Wilderness, and all his Tears and Sorrows. Psal. 56.8. Thou tellest my Wandrings; put thou my Tears in thy Bottle:
He observed every weary step of David in the Wilderness, and all his Tears and Sorrows. Psalm 56.8. Thou Tellest my Wanderings; put thou my Tears in thy Bottle:
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but the Doctrine of the Scriptures is otherwise; God taketh notice of every particular Person. For our Prayers, Psal. 34.6. This poor Man cried unto the Lord, and the Lord heard him, and saved him out of all his Troubles.
but the Doctrine of the Scriptures is otherwise; God Takes notice of every particular Person. For our Prayers, Psalm 34.6. This poor Man cried unto the Lord, and the Lord herd him, and saved him out of all his Troubles.
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Psal. 145.15, 16. The Eyes of all things wait upon the Lord, and thou givest them their Meat in due season, &c. Now this he makes a ground of fulfilling the desires of them that fe•r him,
Psalm 145.15, 16. The Eyes of all things wait upon the Lord, and thou givest them their Meat in due season, etc. Now this he makes a ground of fulfilling the Desires of them that fe•r him,
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and being near to all that call upon him, Vers. 18, 19. He that feedeth a Kite, will he not provide for a Child? Surely we have more reason to trust in God than they,
and being near to all that call upon him, Vers. 18, 19. He that feeds a Kite, will he not provide for a Child? Surely we have more reason to trust in God than they,
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3. When the Spirit moveth us to pray, he inclineth us to come to God, Rom. 8.15. Ye have received the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
3. When the Spirit moves us to pray, he Inclineth us to come to God, Rom. 8.15. You have received the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
The Vse. Well then, if any t•ouble befal us, let us call on God, unbosom our selves to him; Psal. 50.15. Call upon me in the day of trouble, I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.
The Use. Well then, if any t•ouble befall us, let us call on God, unbosom our selves to him; Psalm 50.15. Call upon me in the day of trouble, I will deliver thee, and thou shalt Glorify me.
Seeing therefore we have a great High Priest that is entred into Heaven, Iesus the Son of God, let us come boldly to the Throne of Grace, t•at we may obtain Mercy,
Seeing Therefore we have a great High Priest that is entered into Heaven, Iesus the Son of God, let us come boldly to the Throne of Grace, t•at we may obtain Mercy,
for he that is an Object both of Internal and External Worship, is God: Now such is Christ. Of Internal Worship, Ioh. 14.1. Ye believe in God, believe also in me.
for he that is an Object both of Internal and External Worship, is God: Now such is christ. Of Internal Worship, John 14.1. You believe in God, believe also in me.
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I speak of both as one, for God and Christ are here joined as to the same effect, comforting their Hearts, and stablishing them in every good Word an• Work.
I speak of both as one, for God and christ Are Here joined as to the same Effect, comforting their Hearts, and establishing them in every good Word an• Work.
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and the Apostle telleth us, that all that dispensation the Holy Ghost did signify, That the way into the Holiest was not yet made •anifest, w•ile the first T•bernacle was standing, Heb. 9.8. They could not come near God without danger of Death;
and the Apostle Telleth us, that all that Dispensation the Holy Ghost did signify, That the Way into the Holiest was not yet made •anifest, w•ile the First T•bernacle was standing, Hebrew 9.8. They could not come near God without danger of Death;
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Who is able to stand before this Holy God? 1 Sam. 6.20. And who can dwell with everlasting Burnings? Isa. 33.14. We cannot approach God in any friendly manner.
Who is able to stand before this Holy God? 1 Sam. 6.20. And who can dwell with everlasting Burnings? Isaiah 33.14. We cannot approach God in any friendly manner.
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and cannot conceive an hope that he should concern himself in our •ffairs: But the Son of God is come in our Nature; John 1.14. The Word was made Flesh, and dwelt among us. 1 Tim. 3.16. Grace is the Mystery of Godliness, God manifested in the Flesh :
and cannot conceive an hope that he should concern himself in our •ffairs: But the Son of God is come in our Nature; John 1.14. The Word was made Flesh, and dwelled among us. 1 Tim. 3.16. Grace is the Mystery of Godliness, God manifested in the Flesh:
for God hath set him forth to be a Propitiation, or a means of appeasing his Wrath, Rom. 3. 25. and to be the Foundation of that New Covenant, wherein Pardon and Life is offered to us:
for God hath Set him forth to be a Propitiation, or a means of appeasing his Wrath, Rom. 3. 25. and to be the Foundation of that New Covenant, wherein Pardon and Life is offered to us:
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and renewing of the Holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly through Iesus Christ our Saviour, And, Rom. 8.2. For the Law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Iesus, hath made me free from the Law of Sin and Death.
and renewing of the Holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly through Iesus christ our Saviour, And, Rom. 8.2. For the Law of the Spirit of Life in christ Iesus, hath made me free from the Law of since and Death.
Vse. Let us be sensible of this unspeakable Mercy, that God hath provided a Mediator for us, that we may come to God by him: Heb. 7.25. Wherefore he is able to save unto the •ttermost, all that come unto God through him, seeing he ever liveth to make Intercession for us:
Use. Let us be sensible of this unspeakable Mercy, that God hath provided a Mediator for us, that we may come to God by him: Hebrew 7.25. Wherefore he is able to save unto the •ttermost, all that come unto God through him, seeing he ever lives to make Intercession for us:
And though he hath removed his dwelling into Heaven again, it is for our sakes, he hath carried our Nature thither, to take possession of that blessed Place in our Name,
And though he hath removed his Dwelling into Heaven again, it is for our sakes, he hath carried our Nature thither, to take possession of that blessed Place in our Name,
(3.) By him we are encouraged to come to pray for every Blessing we stand in need of; Ephes. 2.18. Through him we both have an access by one Spirit unto the Father.
(3.) By him we Are encouraged to come to pray for every Blessing we stand in need of; Ephesians 2.18. Through him we both have an access by one Spirit unto the Father.
the Wall of Partition between God and us, is broken down by Christ, he hath compleatly satisfied God's Justice, Heb. 10.19. He is now at the right Hand of God interceding for us: 1 Tim. 2.5. There is one God, and one Mediator between God and Man, the Man Christ Iesus;
the Wall of Partition between God and us, is broken down by christ, he hath completely satisfied God's justice, Hebrew 10.19. He is now At the right Hand of God interceding for us: 1 Tim. 2.5. There is one God, and one Mediator between God and Man, the Man christ Iesus;
Heb. 8.1, 2. We have such an High Priest, who is set on the right Hand of the Throne of the Majesty in the Heavens, a Minister of the Sanctuary, &c. Perfuming their Prayers with the smoke of his Incense;
Hebrew 8.1, 2. We have such an High Priest, who is Set on the right Hand of the Throne of the Majesty in the Heavens, a Minister of the Sanctuary, etc. Perfuming their Prayers with the smoke of his Incense;
stood at the Altar, having a Golden Censer, and there was given unto him much Incense, that he should offer it with the prayers of all Saints upon the Golden Altar which was before the Throne.
stood At the Altar, having a Golden Censer, and there was given unto him much Incense, that he should offer it with the Prayers of all Saints upon the Golden Altar which was before the Throne.
[ 1. ] Christ is represented to us as the Lord, so he was set forth by the Apostles at the first preaching of the Gospel: Acts 10.36. We preach Peace by Christ Iesus, he is Lord of all. 2 Cor. 4.5. We preach Christ Iesus the Lord. Col. 2.6. If ye have received Christ Iesus the Lord, so walk in him. Christ is Lord two ways.
[ 1. ] christ is represented to us as the Lord, so he was Set forth by the Apostles At the First preaching of the Gospel: Acts 10.36. We preach Peace by christ Iesus, he is Lord of all. 2 Cor. 4.5. We preach christ Iesus the Lord. Col. 2.6. If you have received christ Iesus the Lord, so walk in him. christ is Lord two ways.
All Power is given to me both in Heaven and Earth, Matth. 28.18 and it is reffered to him, Phil. 2.11. That every Tongue should confess, that Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
All Power is given to me both in Heaven and Earth, Matthew 28.18 and it is reffered to him, Philip 2.11. That every Tongue should confess, that christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
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for to give repentance unto Israel, and remission of sins. This new Lord hath made a new Law of Grace, which is, Lex Remedians, a Remedy propounded for the recovering the lapsed World of Mankind;
for to give Repentance unto Israel, and remission of Sins. This new Lord hath made a new Law of Grace, which is, Lex Remedians, a Remedy propounded for the recovering the lapsed World of Mankind;
There is a passive Subjection, and a voluntary Submission. By a passive Subjection all Creatures are under the Power of the Son of God, and our Redeemer;
There is a passive Subjection, and a voluntary Submission. By a passive Subjection all Creatures Are under the Power of the Son of God, and our Redeemer;
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By voluntary submission, those are Christ's Subjects, and admitted into his Kingdom, who willingly give up themselves to the Redeemer, to be saved upon his own terms: 2 Cor. 8.5. They first gave their own selves to the Lord.
By voluntary submission, those Are Christ's Subject's, and admitted into his Kingdom, who willingly give up themselves to the Redeemer, to be saved upon his own terms: 2 Cor. 8.5. They First gave their own selves to the Lord.
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Therefore if we catch at Comforts, and neglect Duty, we •o not own Christ's Authority. The Libertine yokeless Spirit is natural to all. Luke 19.14. We will not have this Man to raign over us. Psal. 12.4. With our Tongues we will prevail;
Therefore if we catch At Comforts, and neglect Duty, we •o not own Christ's authority. The Libertine yokeless Spirit is natural to all. Luke 19.14. We will not have this Man to Reign over us. Psalm 12.4. With our Tongues we will prevail;
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if therefore the Light that is in thee be Darkness, how great is that Darkness? No, nothing less than a through subjection to his holy Laws, forsaking all other Lords. Isa. 26.13. O Lord our God, other Lords besides thee have had dominion over us, but by thee only will we make mention of thy Name.
if Therefore the Light that is in thee be Darkness, how great is that Darkness? No, nothing less than a through subjection to his holy Laws, forsaking all other lords. Isaiah 26.13. Oh Lord our God, other lords beside thee have had dominion over us, but by thee only will we make mention of thy Name.
And then a strict Observance, Col. 1.11. strengthened with all might according to his glorious Power, unto all Patience and Long-suffering, with joyfulness.
And then a strict Observance, Col. 1.11. strengthened with all might according to his glorious Power, unto all Patience and Long-suffering, with joyfulness.
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but help us in our O•••ience to him. Finally, everlasting Life. Heb. 5.9. And being made Perfect, he became the Author of eternal Salvation unto all them that obey him.
but help us in our O•••ience to him. Finally, everlasting Life. Hebrew 5.9. And being made Perfect, he became the Author of Eternal Salvation unto all them that obey him.
God is a word of Power, Father expresseth his good Will and Love; God standeth in both Relations to us, as he did also to Christ. John 20.17. I go to my God, and your God; my Father, and your Father.
God is a word of Power, Father Expresses his good Will and Love; God Stands in both Relations to us, as he did also to christ. John 20.17. I go to my God, and your God; my Father, and your Father.
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For God's dealing with us will be very Fatherly; as a Father loveth his Children, so will God love his People. 2 Cor. 6.18. I will be a Father to •ou, and ye shall be my Sons and Daughters ▪ saith the Lord.
For God's dealing with us will be very Fatherly; as a Father loves his Children, so will God love his People. 2 Cor. 6.18. I will be a Father to •ou, and you shall be my Sons and Daughters ▪ Says the Lord.
(1.) He will pardon our Sins, and Frailties, and spare us and pity us, notwithstanding our ill deservings. Psal. 103.13. Like as a Father pitieth his Children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him. Mal. 3.17.
(1.) He will pardon our Sins, and Frailties, and spare us and pity us, notwithstanding our ill deservings. Psalm 103.13. Like as a Father Pitieth his Children, so the Lord Pitieth them that Fear him. Malachi 3.17.
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and I will spare them, as a Man spareth his won Son that serveth him. Surely this is a Grace we stand in need of, because of our manifold Infirmities, and daily Failings.
and I will spare them, as a Man spares his wone Son that serves him. Surely this is a Grace we stand in need of, Because of our manifold Infirmities, and daily Failings.
(4.) He will protect you and preserve you against Temptations. 1 Pet. 1.3, 5. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Iesus Christ, which according to his abundant Mercy, he hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the Resurrection of Iesus Christ from the dead, &c. Who are kept by the Power of God through Faith unto Salvation.
(4.) He will Pact you and preserve you against Temptations. 1 Pet. 1.3, 5. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Iesus christ, which according to his abundant Mercy, he hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the Resurrection of Iesus christ from the dead, etc. Who Are kept by the Power of God through Faith unto Salvation.
Shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of Spirits, and live? In Heaven, where there is no danger of Sin, there is no use of the the Rod;
Shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of Spirits, and live? In Heaven, where there is no danger of since, there is no use of the the Rod;
But in the 10th Verse, the Apostle argueth from God's Paternal Authority, For they verily for a few days chastened •s after their own pleasure, b•t he for our profit, fit, that we might be partaker• of his Holiness.
But in the 10th Verse, the Apostle argue from God's Paternal authority, For they verily for a few days chastened •s After their own pleasure, b•t he for our profit, fit, that we might be partaker• of his Holiness.
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and end in Holiness and Happiness. (2.) Obedience to his Governing Will. The great duty of Children is to love, please obey, and honour their Father. Mal. 1.6. A Son honoureth his Father, and a Servant his Master.
and end in Holiness and Happiness. (2.) obedience to his Governing Will. The great duty of Children is to love, please obey, and honour their Father. Malachi 1.6. A Son Honoureth his Father, and a Servant his Master.
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If I be a Father, where is mine Honour? If I be a Master, where is my Fear? 1 Pet. 1.14, 15. As obedient Children, not fas•ioning your selves according to the former lusts in your Ignorance:
If I be a Father, where is mine Honour? If I be a Master, where is my fear? 1 Pet. 1.14, 15. As obedient Children, not fas•ioning your selves according to the former Lustiest in your Ignorance:
But as he which hath c•lled you is Holy, so be ye holy in all manner of Conversation. John 15.8. Herein is my Father Glorified, that ye bear much Fruit, so shall ye be my Disciples.
But as he which hath c•lled you is Holy, so be you holy in all manner of Conversation. John 15.8. Herein is my Father Glorified, that you bear much Fruit, so shall you be my Disciples.
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The Lord from all Eternity, predeterminated some to the Adoption of Sons: Eph. 1.5. Having predestinated us to the Adoption of Children by Iesus Christ to himself ▪ according to the good pleasure of his Will.
The Lord from all Eternity, predeterminated Some to the Adoption of Sons: Ephesians 1.5. Having predestinated us to the Adoption of Children by Iesus christ to himself ▪ according to the good pleasure of his Will.
Gal. 4.4, 5. Bu• when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son made of a Woman, made under the Law, To redeem them that were under the Law, that we might receive the Adoption of Sons.
Gal. 4.4, 5. Bu• when the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son made of a Woman, made under the Law, To Redeem them that were under the Law, that we might receive the Adoption of Sons.
That is, by depending on his Merits for our Reconciliation with God, and submitting to his Laws, that he might reduce us to our Primitive Obedience, and Love to them.
That is, by depending on his Merits for our Reconciliation with God, and submitting to his Laws, that he might reduce us to our Primitive obedience, and Love to them.
2. There is required on your part, an entrance into the Kingdom of the Mediator by Faith and Repentance. Matth. 18.3. Except ye be Converted, and become as little Children, ye shall not enter into the Kingdom of God.
2. There is required on your part, an Entrance into the Kingdom of the Mediator by Faith and Repentance. Matthew 18.3. Except you be Converted, and become as little Children, you shall not enter into the Kingdom of God.
So those that have the priveleges of God's Children, must become as little Children, enter into a new State, carry on a new Life and Trade, with which they were not acquainted before.
So those that have the privileges of God's Children, must become as little Children, enter into a new State, carry on a new Life and Trade, with which they were not acquainted before.
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depending on the merit of Christ's Sacrifice, and binding our selves by a solemn Word, to perform the Duties required of us, which we renew again in the Lord's Supper. VII.
depending on the merit of Christ's Sacrifice, and binding our selves by a solemn Word, to perform the Duties required of us, which we renew again in the Lord's Supper. VII.
though not so fair and good as others, yet they are their own. And is it not so as to God? See Iohn 13.1. Having loved his own that were in the World, he loved them unto the end. And Iohn 17.6. I have manifested thy Name to the Men which thou gavest me out of the World;
though not so fair and good as Others, yet they Are their own. And is it not so as to God? See John 13.1. Having loved his own that were in the World, he loved them unto the end. And John 17.6. I have manifested thy Name to the Men which thou Gavest me out of the World;
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thine they were, and thou gavest them me, and they have kept thy Word. 2. Interest giveth us more incouragement. Isa. 63.19. We are thine, thou never bearest rule over them, they were never called by thy Name:
thine they were, and thou Gavest them me, and they have kept thy Word. 2. Interest gives us more encouragement. Isaiah 63.19. We Are thine, thou never bearest Rule over them, they were never called by thy Name:
That Interest giveth some hope and confidence is evident, because sometimes the Saints plead the common Relation, that they are the Workmanship of his hands; Psalm. 119.73. Thy hands have made me, and fas•ioned me;
That Interest gives Some hope and confidence is evident, Because sometime the Saints plead the Common Relation, that they Are the Workmanship of his hands; Psalm. 119.73. Thy hands have made me, and fas•ioned me;
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2. Resignation of your selves to him, sheweth you are his, and in time you will come to know that he is yours, if you make it good; Psalm. 119.94. I am thine, save me, for I have sought thy Precepts.
2. Resignation of your selves to him, shows you Are his, and in time you will come to know that he is yours, if you make it good; Psalm. 119.94. I am thine, save me, for I have sought thy Precepts.
God offers himself to be our God, and Redeemer, and Father; Christ to be our Lord and Saviour: Isa. 63.16. Doubtless thou art our Father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledg us not, thou, O Lord, art our Father, our Redeemer, thy Name is from everlasting.
God offers himself to be our God, and Redeemer, and Father; christ to be our Lord and Saviour: Isaiah 63.16. Doubtless thou art our Father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledge us not, thou, Oh Lord, art our Father, our Redeemer, thy Name is from everlasting.
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VVE come now to the second Branch, The ground of Audience and Success in Prayer, Which hath loved us, and given us everlasting consolation, and good hope through Grace.
WE come now to the second Branch, The ground of Audience and Success in Prayer, Which hath loved us, and given us everlasting consolation, and good hope through Grace.
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Doct. That God's Love to Sinners, manifested in our Redemption by Christ, giveth great boldness and encouragement in Prayer. 1. I shall prove this is the Love here intended. 2. That this giveth boldness in Prayer. I.
Doct. That God's Love to Sinners, manifested in our Redemption by christ, gives great boldness and encouragement in Prayer. 1. I shall prove this is the Love Here intended. 2. That this gives boldness in Prayer. I.
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That this is the Love here intended, for these Reasons. 1. This is a visible effect and demonstration of his Love to us; 1 John 3.16. Hereby perceive we the Love of God to us, in that he layed down his life for us.
That this is the Love Here intended, for these Reasons. 1. This is a visible Effect and demonstration of his Love to us; 1 John 3.16. Hereby perceive we the Love of God to us, in that he laid down his life for us.
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And I Iohn 4.9, 10. In this was manifested the Love of God towards us, in that he sent his only begotten Son into the World, that we might live by him:
And I John 4.9, 10. In this was manifested the Love of God towards us, in that he sent his only begotten Son into the World, that we might live by him:
From these places I gather, that to found our Confidence and Hope, it was needful that the Love God had to us, s•ould shew it self by some manifest and real proof.
From these places I gather, that to found our Confidence and Hope, it was needful that the Love God had to us, s•ould show it self by Some manifest and real proof.
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How can we tell how God's Heart standeth affected to mankind but by the Effects? What-ever benevolence or good-will he had towards us, it is not evident to us till it break forth into some Action,
How can we tell how God's Heart Stands affected to mankind but by the Effects? Whatever benevolence or goodwill he had towards us, it is not evident to us till it break forth into Some Actium,
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but an ample representation and commendation of the greatness of his Love: Rom. 5.8. But God commendeth his Love to us, in that while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us.
but an ample representation and commendation of the greatness of his Love: Rom. 5.8. But God commends his Love to us, in that while we were yet Sinners, christ died for us.
Now when the Apostle saith, God hath loved us, he meaneth it of the great instance of his Love, Analogum pe• se positum, stat pro suo significatu famosiori:
Now when the Apostle Says, God hath loved us, he means it of the great instance of his Love, Analogum pe• se positum, stat Pro Sue significatu famosiori:
yea, the Saints after some Testimonies received of God's special Love, still make this to be the great ingaging Motive, Gal. 2.20. I live by Faith in the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
yea, the Saints After Some Testimonies received of God's special Love, still make this to be the great engaging Motive, Gal. 2.20. I live by Faith in the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
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but an operative active Love, that issueth forth to accomplish what he intendeth to us, though by the most costly means, and acted at the dearest rate.
but an operative active Love, that issueth forth to accomplish what he intends to us, though by the most costly means, and acted At the dearest rate.
There is such an immensity in the Love of Christ, as raiseth our desire and hopes to expect all other things from God, that belong to our Duty and Happiness.
There is such an immensity in the Love of christ, as Raiseth our desire and hope's to expect all other things from God, that belong to our Duty and Happiness.
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He that hath given a Talent, shall he not give a Penny? He that hath given Christ, will he not give pardon to cancel our Debts? Grace to do our Duty? Comfort to support us in Afflictions? Supplies to maintain and protect us during our Service? Finally, Will he not reward us when our Work is over? Reconciliation by his Death is propounded as more difficult, than Salvation by his Life: Rom. 5.10. For if when we were Enemies, we were reconciled to God by the Death of his Son;
He that hath given a Talon, shall he not give a Penny? He that hath given christ, will he not give pardon to cancel our Debts? Grace to do our Duty? Comfort to support us in Afflictions? Supplies to maintain and Pact us during our Service? Finally, Will he not reward us when our Work is over? Reconciliation by his Death is propounded as more difficult, than Salvation by his Life: Rom. 5.10. For if when we were Enemies, we were reconciled to God by the Death of his Son;
Christ came to purchase all manner of Blessings for us, the Favour of God, The •ruition of God, the everlasting Fruition of God in Glory and all things by the way n•c••sary thereunto. There are two Argum••• implied.
christ Come to purchase all manner of Blessings for us, the Favour of God, The •ruition of God, the everlasting Fruition of God in Glory and all things by the Way n•c••sary thereunto. There Are two Argum••• implied.
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Rom. 3.25, 26. Whom God hath set forth to be a Propitiation through Faith in his Blood, to declare his Righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God.
Rom. 3.25, 26. Whom God hath Set forth to be a Propitiation through Faith in his Blood, to declare his Righteousness for the remission of Sins that Are past, through the forbearance of God.
That sins may be pardoned, if we will accept God's terms, that hath given such general testimony of his Love to Mankind, his Love to miserable sinners;
That Sins may be pardoned, if we will accept God's terms, that hath given such general testimony of his Love to Mankind, his Love to miserable Sinners;
His General Love to the lost World, and his Love and Mercy to us in particular, putting us in possession of the saving Benefits purchased and intended.
His General Love to the lost World, and his Love and Mercy to us in particular, putting us in possession of the Saving Benefits purchased and intended.
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(1.) The General Love to the lost World, that is a great thing the Devil seeketh to hide and obscure, the wonderful Love of God revealed in our Redeemer, that we may still fly from God,
(1.) The General Love to the lost World, that is a great thing the devil seeks to hide and Obscure, the wondered Love of God revealed in our Redeemer, that we may still fly from God,
What greater evidence of God's willingness to receive you, than the Death of Christ, than the Institutions of the Gospel? This is above all Evidences, that he sent his Son to die for us.
What greater evidence of God's willingness to receive you, than the Death of christ, than the Institutions of the Gospel? This is above all Evidences, that he sent his Son to die for us.
This is the Object of our everlasting Love and Joy, Rom. 5.11. And not only so, but we also joy in God, through our Lord Iesus Christ, by whom we have now received the Atonement:
This is the Object of our everlasting Love and Joy, Rom. 5.11. And not only so, but we also joy in God, through our Lord Iesus christ, by whom we have now received the Atonement:
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Oh how chearfully could we come into his Presence! John 16.27. The Father himself loveth you, because you have loved me, and believe that I came out from God.
O how cheerfully could we come into his Presence! John 16.27. The Father himself loves you, Because you have loved me, and believe that I Come out from God.
or a thankful acceptance of him, as our Lord and Saviour, therefore called receiving Christ, and entitleth us to the Privileges of Christ's Children. John 2.12.
or a thankful acceptance of him, as our Lord and Saviour, Therefore called receiving christ, and entitleth us to the Privileges of Christ's Children. John 2.12.
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Secondly, The second ground of Audience is from the fruit of his Love, as demonstrated in the New Covenant, wherein we have the matter of everlasting Consolation.
Secondly, The second ground of Audience is from the fruit of his Love, as demonstrated in the New Covenant, wherein we have the matter of everlasting Consolation.
Therefore I understand it of the Matter, and observe this Doctrine, That God hath given all true Believers solid ground of perpetual and endless Comfort.
Therefore I understand it of the Matter, and observe this Doctrine, That God hath given all true Believers solid ground of perpetual and endless Comfort.
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The Scripture often insists upon this: 1 John 2. 25. And this is the Promise that he hath promised us, even Eternal Life. Heb. 5.9. And being made Perfect, he became the Author of eternal Salvation unto all them that obey him.
The Scripture often insists upon this: 1 John 2. 25. And this is the Promise that he hath promised us, even Eternal Life. Hebrew 5.9. And being made Perfect, he became the Author of Eternal Salvation unto all them that obey him.
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Now because this is the main Circumstance, and the next ground of our eternal Consolation, the Covenant of Life and Peace that God hath made with us in Christ;
Now Because this is the main Circumstance, and the next ground of our Eternal Consolation, the Covenant of Life and Peace that God hath made with us in christ;
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1. That it be seriously and heartily made, with a purpose to perform it. 2. That he that hath promised, continue in his purpose without change of Mind.
1. That it be seriously and heartily made, with a purpose to perform it. 2. That he that hath promised, continue in his purpose without change of Mind.
There is no question, but he is so minded, when he sent the Lord Jesus Christ from Heaven to assure us of it by his Doctrine, to die the Death to purchase it for us,
There is no question, but he is so minded, when he sent the Lord jesus christ from Heaven to assure us of it by his Doctrine, to die the Death to purchase it for us,
and assoon as he was ascended up on High, gave gifts to Men to give notice of this blessed Estate to be had upon the Terms of his New Covenant, his Spirit attesting the truth of it by divers Signs and Wonders;
and As soon as he was ascended up on High, gave Gifts to Men to give notice of this blessed Estate to be had upon the Terms of his New Covenant, his Spirit attesting the truth of it by diverse Signs and Wonders;
if we consider his Eternal, and Unchangeable Nature. Mal. 3.6. I am the Lord, I change not. James 1.17. With him is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
if we Consider his Eternal, and Unchangeable Nature. Malachi 3.6. I am the Lord, I change not. James 1.17. With him is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
God doth never repent and call back his Grant, which he hath by this condescending Act of Grace ensured to the Heirs of Promise. 1 Sam. 15.29. The strength of Israel will not Lye, nor Repent:
God does never Repent and call back his Grant, which he hath by this condescending Act of Grace insured to the Heirs of Promise. 1 Sam. 15.29. The strength of Israel will not Lie, nor repent:
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That by two Immutable things, wherein it is impossible for God to lie, we might have strong Consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold on the hope that it is set before us.
That by two Immutable things, wherein it is impossible for God to lie, we might have strong Consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold on the hope that it is Set before us.
God hath ever bin tender of his Word; above all that is famed, or believed of him, this is most conspicuous, Psal. 138.2. Thou hast magnified thy Word above all thy Name. And Matth. 24.35. Heaven and Earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away ; And an Oath is NONLATINALPHABET;
God hath ever been tender of his Word; above all that is famed, or believed of him, this is most conspicuous, Psalm 138.2. Thou hast magnified thy Word above all thy Name. And Matthew 24.35. Heaven and Earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away; And an Oath is;
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But though here it needed not, God would shew his extraordinary care for our Salvation: We see his good Will in the Promise, his solicitude in the Oath.
But though Here it needed not, God would show his extraordinary care for our Salvation: We see his good Will in the Promise, his solicitude in the Oath.
3. That he is able to perform it: Faith looks to that also; for this was the ground and prop of Abraham 's Faith; Rom. 4.21. Being fully persuaded, that what God had promised, he was able to perform:
3. That he is able to perform it: Faith looks to that also; for this was the ground and prop of Abraham is Faith; Rom. 4.21. Being Fully persuaded, that what God had promised, he was able to perform:
And finally, He is able to raise our vile Bodies, after they are eaten out by Worms, and turned into Dust; Phil. 3.21. Who shall change our vile Bodies, that they may be like unto his own glorious Body;
And finally, He is able to raise our vile Bodies, After they Are eaten out by Worms, and turned into Dust; Philip 3.21. Who shall change our vile Bodies, that they may be like unto his own glorious Body;
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And in the mean time, we being exercise• with so many Trials, an express belief of God's Power is necessary to convert such an obstinate Creature as Man is:
And in the mean time, we being exercise• with so many Trials, an express belief of God's Power is necessary to convert such an obstinate Creature as Man is:
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the pleasures of Sin are but for a season, not worthy to be compared to the Recompence of Reward, which Christ hath promised, Heb. 11.25, 26. Ghusing rather to suffer affliction w••• the People of God,
the pleasures of since Are but for a season, not worthy to be compared to the Recompense of Reward, which christ hath promised, Hebrew 11.25, 26. Ghusing rather to suffer affliction w••• the People of God,
All the Delights in the World are but a May-game to these Eternal Pleasures, which we shall have at God's right hand for evermore. Psal. 16.11. Thou wilt shew me the Path of Life;
All the Delights in the World Are but a May-game to these Eternal Pleasures, which we shall have At God's right hand for evermore. Psalm 16.11. Thou wilt show me the Path of Life;
Now will you sell your birth-right for one morsel of Meat? part with your Eternal Inheritance for a little carnal Satisfaction? We have Souls that will no• perish;
Now will you fell your birthright for one morsel of Meat? part with your Eternal Inheritance for a little carnal Satisfaction? We have Souls that will no• perish;
Otherwise what will you do when the Soul shall be turned out of Doors? To what Regions must the poor shiftless harbourless Soul be-take it self? Surely then this Consolation,
Otherwise what will you do when the Soul shall be turned out of Doors? To what Regions must the poor shiftless harbourless Soul betake it self? Surely then this Consolation,
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(2.) To make us stedfast in the Truth, and chearful under Sufferings, fo• he saith here, The Lord that hath given us everlasting Consolation, comfort your hearts and establish you.
(2.) To make us steadfast in the Truth, and cheerful under Sufferings, fo• he Says Here, The Lord that hath given us everlasting Consolation, Comfort your hearts and establish you.
The loss of Temporal Comforts is grievous; but it is recompe•ced with the promise of eternal Joys, revealed in the Gospel. Heb. 10.34. Ye took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in your selves, that in Heaven ye have a better and an endu•ing substance;
The loss of Temporal Comforts is grievous; but it is recompe•ced with the promise of Eternal Joys, revealed in the Gospel. Hebrew 10.34. You took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in your selves, that in Heaven you have a better and an endu•ing substance;
And all our Pains and Afflictions are sweetned, so far as to keep us from fainting. 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. Our light Afflic•ion which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of Glory;
And all our Pains and Afflictions Are sweetened, so Far as to keep us from fainting. 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. Our Light Afflic•ion which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory;
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Wo•ldly Joys appear and vanish in a moment, every blast of Temptation scattereth them: It is eternal Blessedness which is the cause of solid Comfort in all Dangers, Storms, and Tempests:
Wo•ldly Joys appear and vanish in a moment, every blast of Temptation Scattereth them: It is Eternal Blessedness which is the cause of solid Comfort in all Dangers, Storms, and Tempests:
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(3.) The third Effect, which it is to produce in us, is an increase of Holiness, to stablish us in every good Word, that is not only in sound Doctrine,
(3.) The third Effect, which it is to produce in us, is an increase of Holiness, to establish us in every good Word, that is not only in found Doctrine,
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Abound in the Work of the Lord, forasmuch as your Labour is not in vain in the Lord, 1 Cor. 15.58. Diligence should not be grievous to us, when there is everlasting Consolation at the back of it;
Abound in the Work of the Lord, forasmuch as your Labour is not in vain in the Lord, 1 Cor. 15.58. Diligence should not be grievous to us, when there is everlasting Consolation At the back of it;
Should we trifle away that time which we are to improve for Eternity? John 6.27. Labour not for the Meat that perishes, but for that which is to endure to everlasting Life.
Should we trifle away that time which we Are to improve for Eternity? John 6.27. Labour not for the Meat that Perishes, but for that which is to endure to everlasting Life.
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but the greatest reality in the World, it speaketh much for it self, commending it self to the Conscience by rational Evidence; 2 Cor. 4.2. By manifestation of the Truth, commending o•r selves to every Man's Conscience in the sight of God:
but the greatest reality in the World, it speaks much for it self, commending it self to the Conscience by rational Evidence; 2 Cor. 4.2. By manifestation of the Truth, commending o•r selves to every Man's Conscience in the sighed of God:
as will make a Plea in Law. 2 Sam. 23.5. He hath made an Everlasting Covenant with me, ordered in all things, and sure, in which is all my hope and desire. And suitable to many necessities.
as will make a Plea in Law. 2 Sam. 23.5. He hath made an Everlasting Covenant with me, ordered in all things, and sure, in which is all my hope and desire. And suitable to many necessities.
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No, the Covenant is unalterable and eternal: So the Duties as well as the Priviledges. You must take it as you find it, and chuse the things that please God. Isa. 56.4. There is your claim, follow that close, — henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which the Lord, the Righteous Iudg, shall give me at that day;
No, the Covenant is unalterable and Eternal: So the Duties as well as the Privileges. You must take it as you find it, and choose the things that please God. Isaiah 56.4. There is your claim, follow that close, — henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which the Lord, the Righteous Judge, shall give me At that day;
The Covenant is the same still, and there should be your Hope and your Joy; 2 Cor. 1.20. All the Promises of God in him, are Yea, and in him Amen, unto the Glory of God by us. 2 Sam. 23.5.
The Covenant is the same still, and there should be your Hope and your Joy; 2 Cor. 1.20. All the Promises of God in him, Are Yea, and in him Amen, unto the Glory of God by us. 2 Sam. 23.5.
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Heaven is where it was, the World cannot make void your Interest in it: Therefore you should rejoice in the Lord always. Phil. 4.4. Rejoice in the Lord always; and again, I say, rejoice.
Heaven is where it was, the World cannot make void your Interest in it: Therefore you should rejoice in the Lord always. Philip 4.4. Rejoice in the Lord always; and again, I say, rejoice.
Doct. That it is a great advantage, when we pray for Consolation and Confirmation in Holiness, to consider that God hath already given us the Hope of Eternal Life.
Doct. That it is a great advantage, when we pray for Consolation and Confirmation in Holiness, to Consider that God hath already given us the Hope of Eternal Life.
That is, the delay of the good expected is very tedious, and troublesome to us. So in Christian Hope, Col. 1.5. For the Hope which is laid up for you in Heaven.
That is, the Delay of the good expected is very tedious, and troublesome to us. So in Christian Hope, Col. 1.5. For the Hope which is laid up for you in Heaven.
The great objects of Hope, which yet do not exclude intervening Blessings, are these: (1.) The coming of Christ to o•r Comfort. Tit. 2.13. Looking for the blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God, and our Saviour Iesus Christ. 1 Pet. 1.13. Gird up the loins of your Minds, and be sober, and hope to the end;
The great objects of Hope, which yet do not exclude intervening Blessings, Are these: (1.) The coming of christ to o•r Comfort. Tit. 2.13. Looking for the blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God, and our Saviour Iesus christ. 1 Pet. 1.13. Gird up the loins of your Minds, and be Sobrium, and hope to the end;
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(2.) The Resurrection of the Dead. Acts 2.36. My flesh shall rest in Hope. Acts 24.15. I have hope towards God, tha• there shall be a Resurrection both of the Iust and Vnjust.
(2.) The Resurrection of the Dead. Acts 2.36. My Flesh shall rest in Hope. Acts 24.15. I have hope towards God, tha• there shall be a Resurrection both of the Just and Unjust.
and be made like him both for Holiness and Happiness. (4.) Our heavenly Inheritance. 1 Pet. 1.4. An inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, that fadeth not away, reserved in Heaven for us. Called Eternal Life, Tit. 1.2. In hope of eternal Life, which God, that cannot lie, promised us.
and be made like him both for Holiness and Happiness. (4.) Our heavenly Inheritance. 1 Pet. 1.4. an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, that fades not away, reserved in Heaven for us. Called Eternal Life, Tit. 1.2. In hope of Eternal Life, which God, that cannot lie, promised us.
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this is that we must aim at as our Happiness. Psal. 17.15. As for me, I shall behold thy Face in Righteousness, I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy Likeness ;
this is that we must aim At as our Happiness. Psalm 17.15. As for me, I shall behold thy Face in Righteousness, I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy Likeness;
By good Works we enter upon the possession of it, in part, as we get the First-fruits of the Spirit. Rom. 8.23. We our selves also, which have the Firstfruits of the Spirit, even we our selves groan within our selves, waiting for the Adoption, to wit, the redemption of our Body. 2 Cor. 5.5. Now he that hath wrought us for the self-same thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.
By good Works we enter upon the possession of it, in part, as we get the Firstfruits of the Spirit. Rom. 8.23. We our selves also, which have the Firstfruits of the Spirit, even we our selves groan within our selves, waiting for the Adoption, to wit, the redemption of our Body. 2 Cor. 5.5. Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.
In whole, when we come to Heaven, for then we enter into our Master's Joy, Matth. 25.21. when we die, our Souls enter into that blessed place, where the Spirits of just Men are made perfect;
In Whole, when we come to Heaven, for then we enter into our Masters Joy, Matthew 25.21. when we die, our Souls enter into that blessed place, where the Spirits of just Men Are made perfect;
By the better Hope, is meant the sure and comfortable Promises of the Gospel, depending meerly on the Grace of God, which gives Hope to lost Sinners, of recovering Commerce and Communion with God:
By the better Hope, is meant the sure and comfortable Promises of the Gospel, depending merely on the Grace of God, which gives Hope to lost Sinners, of recovering Commerce and Communion with God:
In this sense good Hope is Hope well warranted, the solid Reasons are contained in the Word of God. Rom. 15.4. Whatsoever things were written afore-time, were written for our Learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have Hope.
In this sense good Hope is Hope well warranted, the solid Reasons Are contained in the Word of God. Rom. 15.4. Whatsoever things were written aforetime, were written for our Learning, that we through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have Hope.
It is good that a Man should both hope, and quietly wait for the Salvation of the Lord, Lam. 3.26. Bonum is either Honestum, Iucundum, or Vtile, it is good in all regards:
It is good that a Man should both hope, and quietly wait for the Salvation of the Lord, Lam. 3.26. Bonum is either Honesty, Iucundum, or Utile, it is good in all regards:
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that is good Hope, which is most able to do its Office, when it is lively Hope. 1 Pet. 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Iesus Christ, which according to his abundant Mercy hath begotten us again to a lively Hope.
that is good Hope, which is most able to do its Office, when it is lively Hope. 1 Pet. 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Iesus christ, which according to his abundant Mercy hath begotten us again to a lively Hope.
The more serious and earnest our reflections are upon Eternal Life, the better is the Hope. Heb. 6.12. Shew the same diligence to the full assurance of Hope unto the end.
The more serious and earnest our reflections Are upon Eternal Life, the better is the Hope. Hebrew 6.12. Show the same diligence to the full assurance of Hope unto the end.
This meerly floweth from our acceptance of the New Covenant, and dependeth upon the conditional offer of Eternal Life, we take it for our Happiness, resolving to seek it in God's Way;
This merely flows from our acceptance of the New Covenant, and dependeth upon the conditional offer of Eternal Life, we take it for our Happiness, resolving to seek it in God's Way;
the other is very comfortable, for it facilitateth all our Acts, when we know there is reserved for us a Crown of Life, which the Righteous Judg will give in that Day,
the other is very comfortable, for it facilitateth all our Acts, when we know there is reserved for us a Crown of Life, which the Righteous Judge will give in that Day,
and that he that thresheth in hope, should be partake• of his Hope. Certainly it is Hope sets the Christian a-work; Acts 26.7. Vnto which Promise our twelve Tribes instantly serving God day and night, hope to come.
and that he that Thresheth in hope, should be partake• of his Hope. Certainly it is Hope sets the Christian awork; Acts 26.7. Unto which Promise our twelve Tribes instantly serving God day and night, hope to come.
let us live always either for Heaven, as seeking it, or upon Heaven, as solacing our selves with the Hopes of it, do what ever we do in order to eternal Life,
let us live always either for Heaven, as seeking it, or upon Heaven, as solacing our selves with the Hope's of it, do what ever we do in order to Eternal Life,
and not be taken up with Trifles, and this will put Life into our Endeavours; it is for a glorious and blessed Estate, on which we employ all this labour.
and not be taken up with Trifles, and this will put Life into our Endeavours; it is for a glorious and blessed Estate, on which we employ all this labour.
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But Subjective Grace, the Hope by which we expect this Blessedness, is freely wrought in us by his Holy Spirit, which is a farther confirmation of his love to us;
But Subjective Grace, the Hope by which we expect this Blessedness, is freely wrought in us by his Holy Spirit, which is a farther confirmation of his love to us;
Nature, if it be not blind in discerning the Duty of Man, yet it is pur-blind ▪ it cannot foresee the happiness of Man, which lieth afar off from us; 2 Pet. 1.9. But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off:
Nature, if it be not blind in discerning the Duty of Man, yet it is purblind ▪ it cannot foresee the happiness of Man, which lies afar off from us; 2 Pet. 1.9. But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off:
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for the Wisdom of the Flesh is kneaded into our Natures, and we are prepossessed and entangled with divers foolish and hurtful Lusts. Though we know these things, we regard them not,
for the Wisdom of the Flesh is kneaded into our Nature's, and we Are prepossessed and entangled with diverse foolish and hurtful Lusts. Though we know these things, we regard them not,
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and solace our hearts with these Hopes in the midst of all our Labours, Adversities, and Troubles, when all is in Expectation, and so little in Possession.
and solace our hearts with these Hope's in the midst of all our Labours, Adversities, and Troubles, when all is in Expectation, and so little in Possession.
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and Endeavours after the promised Glory and Blessedness; Rom. 15.13. Now the God of Hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in Hope through the Power of the Holy Ghost.
and Endeavours After the promised Glory and Blessedness; Rom. 15.13. Now the God of Hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in Hope through the Power of the Holy Ghost.
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The Mercy of God is every where made the great invitation of Hope to the fallen Creature. Psal. 130.7. Let Israel hope in the Lord, for with the Lord is Mercy and plenteous Redemption.
The Mercy of God is every where made the great invitation of Hope to the fallen Creature. Psalm 130.7. Let Israel hope in the Lord, for with the Lord is Mercy and plenteous Redemption.
Without this there were no Hope for us, and therefore the Saints make this their Anchor-hold. Psal. 13.5. I have trusted in thy Mercy, therefore my Soul shall rejoice in thy Salvation.
Without this there were no Hope for us, and Therefore the Saints make this their Anchorhold. Psalm 13.5. I have trusted in thy Mercy, Therefore my Soul shall rejoice in thy Salvation.
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only his Grace moved him to bring us under the hopes of the Gospel, that we might set our selves with longing and certain expectation in the way of Holiness, to seek after the eternal enjoyment of himself: 1 Pet. 1.3. Of his abundant Mercy he hath begotten us to a lively Hope.
only his Grace moved him to bring us under the hope's of the Gospel, that we might Set our selves with longing and certain expectation in the Way of Holiness, to seek After the Eternal enjoyment of himself: 1 Pet. 1.3. Of his abundant Mercy he hath begotten us to a lively Hope.
and therefore we may expect necessary Blessings, such as are support and establishment in Holiness. Sometimes God promiseth, that we may believe, and then promiseth again because we do believe, and trust in him; Isa. 26.3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee, because he trusteth in thee.
and Therefore we may expect necessary Blessings, such as Are support and establishment in Holiness. Sometime God promises, that we may believe, and then promises again Because we do believe, and trust in him; Isaiah 26.3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee, Because he Trusteth in thee.
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for he hath prepared you for it by his preventing Grace. I remember the Prophet telleth God, Jer. 20.7. O Lord! thou hast deceived me, and I was deceived ;
for he hath prepared you for it by his preventing Grace. I Remember the Prophet Telleth God, Jer. 20.7. Oh Lord! thou hast deceived me, and I was deceived;
others soften them by another rendring, Thou hast persuaded me, and I was persuaded, that is, to undertake the Prophetical Office, to which I was nothing forward of my self,
Others soften them by Another rendering, Thou hast persuaded me, and I was persuaded, that is, to undertake the Prophetical Office, to which I was nothing forward of my self,
But why may not the words be spoken as a supposition, If I be deceived, thou hast deceived me? God had told him, that he would make him as a Brazen Wall,
But why may not the words be spoken as a supposition, If I be deceived, thou hast deceived me? God had told him, that he would make him as a Brazen Wall,
2. He that giveth us Hope, will give us all things necessary to the thing hoped for ▪ therefore when God hath called us to the Hope of Eternal Glory by Jesus Christ, we may with the more confidence pray for necessary support and establishme•t in the way.
2. He that gives us Hope, will give us all things necessary to the thing hoped for ▪ Therefore when God hath called us to the Hope of Eternal Glory by jesus christ, we may with the more confidence pray for necessary support and establishme•t in the Way.
This Argument seemeth to be urged by the Apostle, 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of all Grace, who called you to his Heavenly Glory by Iesus Christ, af•er ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
This Argument seems to be urged by the Apostle, 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of all Grace, who called you to his Heavenly Glory by Iesus christ, af•er you have suffered a while, make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you.
for his Calling, when it is effectual, will not be in vain and to no purpose. 1 Cor. 1.9. God is faithful, by whom ye were called into the fellowship of his Son Iesus Christ our Lord. 1 Cor. 10.13. There hath no Temptation taken you, but what is common to Men;
for his Calling, when it is effectual, will not be in vain and to no purpose. 1 Cor. 1.9. God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son Iesus christ our Lord. 1 Cor. 10.13. There hath no Temptation taken you, but what is Common to Men;
If he would at first take us with all our Faults, and put us under the Hopes of the Gospel when we were Sinners, he will follow the first Grace with continual aids and supports,
If he would At First take us with all our Faults, and put us under the Hope's of the Gospel when we were Sinners, he will follow the First Grace with continual aids and supports,
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and therefore we need not be discouraged, and say, How shall we hold out? God, that hath given such hope as to venture upon the Difficulties, will support you under them, he will add more Grace to that Grace that we have received.
and Therefore we need not be discouraged, and say, How shall we hold out? God, that hath given such hope as to venture upon the Difficulties, will support you under them, he will add more Grace to that Grace that we have received.
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He hath ever born us good Will, never discovered any backwardness to help us, thought of us before the World was, sent his Son to die for us before we were born,
He hath ever born us good Will, never discovered any backwardness to help us, Thought of us before the World was, sent his Son to die for us before we were born,
How many Contradictions and struglings of Heart were we conscious to, e're we were brought to this? Ever since he hath bin tender of us in the whole conduct of his Providence, afflicted us when we needed it, delivered us when we were ready to sink;
How many Contradictions and strugglings of Heart were we conscious to, ever we were brought to this? Ever since he hath been tender of us in the Whole conduct of his Providence, afflicted us when we needed it, Delivered us when we were ready to sink;
and shall not we hope in him to the last? We may reason as they, Iudges 13.23. If the Lord had a mind to destroy us, he would not have received a Sacrifice at our hands.
and shall not we hope in him to the last? We may reason as they, Judges 13.23. If the Lord had a mind to destroy us, he would not have received a Sacrifice At our hands.
or the blood runneth to comfort the wounded part. And again, that he will never leave us to unsupportable Difficulties; Heb. 13.5. I will never leave you, nor forsake you, a negative Gradation.
or the blood Runneth to Comfort the wounded part. And again, that he will never leave us to unsupportable Difficulties; Hebrew 13.5. I will never leave you, nor forsake you, a negative Gradation.
I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them to do them good, &c. 4. It giveth us incouragement in Prayer, beacuse they that have this Hope are so much expos'd to the scorn of the World;
I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them to do them good, etc. 4. It gives us encouragement in Prayer, beacuse they that have this Hope Are so much exposed to the scorn of the World;
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Psal. 22.7, 8. They laugh me to scorn, because, they say, he trusted in the Lord. 1 Tim. 4.10. We therefore labour and suffer Reproach, because we trust in the living God.
Psalm 22.7, 8. They laugh me to scorn, Because, they say, he trusted in the Lord. 1 Tim. 4.10. We Therefore labour and suffer Reproach, Because we trust in the living God.
Christians thought their Reward sure, and therefore endured all things; but Atheists and Infidels scoff at them, and at all their Comforts as Fanatical Illusions, and persecute them.
Christians Thought their Reward sure, and Therefore endured all things; but Atheists and Infidels scoff At them, and At all their Comforts as Fanatical Illusions, and persecute them.
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That it may be seen t•••e is a Spirit of God, and Glory resteth upon them, that is, glorified by him, however he be evil spoken of in the World, 1 Pet. 4.14. God will do so in condescention to his People.
That it may be seen t•••e is a Spirit of God, and Glory rests upon them, that is, glorified by him, however he be evil spoken of in the World, 1 Pet. 4.14. God will do so in condescension to his People.
It is a mighty damp to their Spirits, when God doth as it were spit in their Faces, and reject their Prayers. Psal. 25.2. Oh my God! I trust in thee, let me not •e ashamed.
It is a mighty damp to their Spirits, when God does as it were spit in their Faces, and reject their Prayers. Psalm 25.2. O my God! I trust in thee, let me not •e ashamed.
By this we are distinguished from Pagans, who are described to be such as have no hope, and without God in the World, Ephes. 2.12. And 1 Thess. 4.13. Sorrow not as them without hope.
By this we Are distinguished from Pagans, who Are described to be such as have no hope, and without God in the World, Ephesians 2.12. And 1 Thess 4.13. Sorrow not as them without hope.
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But Christians are such as have good Hope through Grace, and by this we are distinguished from temporary and slight Believers. Heb. 3.6. His House we are, if we hold fast the confidence and rejoycing of Hope firm unto the end.
But Christians Are such as have good Hope through Grace, and by this we Are distinguished from temporary and slight Believers. Hebrew 3.6. His House we Are, if we hold fast the confidence and rejoicing of Hope firm unto the end.
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because he is alway looking to his End, and sweetneth his Work by his great Hope, keepeth up his Taste or lively expectation of the Mercy of Christ to everlasting Life.
Because he is always looking to his End, and sweeteneth his Work by his great Hope, Keepeth up his Taste or lively expectation of the Mercy of christ to everlasting Life.
The Iachin and Boaz, the two Pillars that support it are Mercy and Truth. Micah 7.20. Thou wilt perform the Truth to Jacob, and t•e Mercy to Abraham. Psal. 25.10.
The Jachin and Boaz, the two Pillars that support it Are Mercy and Truth. micah 7.20. Thou wilt perform the Truth to Jacob, and t•e Mercy to Abraham. Psalm 25.10.
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All the Paths of the Lord •re Mercy and Truth unto such as keep his Covenant, and his Testimonies. And Psal. 138.2. I will praise the Name for thy loving Kindness and Truth:
All the Paths of the Lord •re Mercy and Truth unto such as keep his Covenant, and his Testimonies. And Psalm 138.2. I will praise the Name for thy loving Kindness and Truth:
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the Lord would not leave the sinful Creature under Despair, but hath provided a way how we may be R•conciled and Glorified. Psal. 130.4. There is forgiveness with thee, that thou mayst be feared.
the Lord would not leave the sinful Creature under Despair, but hath provided a Way how we may be R•conciled and Glorified. Psalm 130.4. There is forgiveness with thee, that thou Mayest be feared.
nor make void our Interest in the Covenant, where the Heart for the main is set to serve him, and please him. Mal. 3.17. I will spare them, as a Man spareth his own Son that •erveth him.
nor make void our Interest in the Covenant, where the Heart for the main is Set to serve him, and please him. Malachi 3.17. I will spare them, as a Man spares his own Son that •erveth him.
to us within the Church by the Seal and earnest of his Spirit, or the impression of his Image, preparing the Hearts of the Faithful for this blessed Estate. Ephes. 4.30. Grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the Day of Redemption. 2 Cor. 5.5. Who hath given us the earnest of his Spirit.
to us within the Church by the Seal and earnest of his Spirit, or the impression of his Image, preparing the Hearts of the Faithful for this blessed Estate. Ephesians 4.30. Grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby you Are sealed unto the Day of Redemption. 2 Cor. 5.5. Who hath given us the earnest of his Spirit.
He hath appointed Ordinances to revive our Hopes: 1 Cor. 11.26. For as often as ye eat this Bread, and drink this Cup, ye do shew the Lord's Death till he come.
He hath appointed Ordinances to revive our Hope's: 1 Cor. 11.26. For as often as you eat this Bred, and drink this Cup, you do show the Lord's Death till he come.
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we have the same Father, of whom the whole Family in Heaven and Earth is named, Ephes. 3.15. are reconciled to him by the same Christ. Col. 1.20. Having made peace through the Blood of the Cross, by him to reconcile all things to himself;
we have the same Father, of whom the Whole Family in Heaven and Earth is nam, Ephesians 3.15. Are reconciled to him by the same christ. Col. 1.20. Having made peace through the Blood of the Cross, by him to reconcile all things to himself;
If he be so good to that part of the Family that is now in Heaven, he will be good to them also that are working out their Salvation with fear and trembling.
If he be so good to that part of the Family that is now in Heaven, he will be good to them also that Are working out their Salvation with Fear and trembling.
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to do it as our first work and chief business. Phil. 2.12. Work out your own Salvation with fear and trembling. Heb. 4.1. Let us labour to enter into that rest.
to do it as our First work and chief business. Philip 2.12. Work out your own Salvation with Fear and trembling. Hebrew 4.1. Let us labour to enter into that rest.
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2. To be Patient and Mortified, that we subdue our Lusts, and bear the loss of our Interests with an humble and quiet Mind. Rom. 12.12. Patient in Tribulation, rejoycing in Hope.
2. To be Patient and Mortified, that we subdue our Lustiest, and bear the loss of our Interests with an humble and quiet Mind. Rom. 12.12. Patient in Tribulation, rejoicing in Hope.
there can be no certain and desirous expectation of better things, while the Mind and Heart is so occupied and thronged with Vanity, and deadned by Carnal Satisfaction.
there can be no certain and desirous expectation of better things, while the Mind and Heart is so occupied and thronged with Vanity, and deadened by Carnal Satisfaction.
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[ Comfort your Hearts. ] But why doth the Apostle pray for that, which they had already? He had told them in the former Verse, That God had given them everlasting Consolation,
[ Comfort your Hearts. ] But why does the Apostle pray for that, which they had already? He had told them in the former Verse, That God had given them everlasting Consolation,
He is called the Father of Mercies, and the God of all Comfort, 2 Cor. 1.3. And again, The God of Patience and Consolation, Rom. 15.5. His Spirit taketh an Office upon him to accomplish this Effect in us, therefore called the Comforter.
He is called the Father of mercies, and the God of all Comfort, 2 Cor. 1.3. And again, The God of Patience and Consolation, Rom. 15.5. His Spirit Takes an Office upon him to accomplish this Effect in us, Therefore called the Comforter.
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we have neither these Mercies from our selves, nor the use, nor the natural benefit from the bare Creature, which is Health, Strength, and Chearfulness.
we have neither these mercies from our selves, nor the use, nor the natural benefit from the bore Creature, which is Health, Strength, and Cheerfulness.
All Goodness resideth chiefly in God, and it is to be found in the Creatures only by Participation, and that at his Pleasure. Acts 14.17. He gave us Rain from Heaven, and fruitful Seasons, filling our Hearts with Food and Gladness.
All goodness resideth chiefly in God, and it is to be found in the Creatures only by Participation, and that At his Pleasure. Acts 14.17. He gave us Rain from Heaven, and fruitful Seasons, filling our Hearts with Food and Gladness.
and Sorrows, or the strength and stay of the Heart in Trouble. Psal. 119.50. This is my Comfort in my Afflictions, thy Word hath quickned me. And 2 Cor. 1.4. Who comforteth us in all our Tribulations, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any Trouble, by the Comfort wherewith we are comforted of God.
and Sorrows, or the strength and stay of the Heart in Trouble. Psalm 119.50. This is my Comfort in my Afflictions, thy Word hath quickened me. And 2 Cor. 1.4. Who comforts us in all our Tribulations, that we may be able to Comfort them which Are in any Trouble, by the Comfort wherewith we Are comforted of God.
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And because of the labours and difficulties of the Spiritual Life: Therefore it is said, Acts 9.31. When the Churches had rest, th•y walked in the fear of God, and the Comforts of the Holy Ghost.
And Because of the labours and difficulties of the Spiritual Life: Therefore it is said, Acts 9.31. When the Churches had rest, th•y walked in the Fear of God, and the Comforts of the Holy Ghost.
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1. That God can give his People Comfort in the greatest Tribulation: His Favour is enough to support them against the Frowns of all the World. Isa. 51.12. I, even I am he that comforteth thee.
1. That God can give his People Comfort in the greatest Tribulation: His Favour is enough to support them against the Frowns of all the World. Isaiah 51.12. I, even I am he that comforts thee.
Who art thou that thou shouldest be afraid of Man that shall die, and the Son of Man that shall be made as the Grass? As long as we have the Almighty and Immortal God to stand by us,
Who art thou that thou Shouldst be afraid of Man that shall die, and the Son of Man that shall be made as the Grass? As long as we have the Almighty and Immortal God to stand by us,
And not only so, but we glory in Tribulations. Also 2 Cor. 4.17. This light Affliction which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and •ternal weight of Glory.
And not only so, but we glory in Tribulations. Also 2 Cor. 4.17. This Light Affliction which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and •ternal weight of Glory.
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they have a more plentiful measure of the supporting Operations of his Spirit then: As 1 Pet. 4.14. If ye be reproached for the Name of Christ, happy are ye;
they have a more plentiful measure of the supporting Operations of his Spirit then: As 1 Pet. 4.14. If you be reproached for the Name of christ, happy Are you;
But God is most mindful of his Afflicted People, visiteth them most, vouchsafeth most of his comfortable Presence to those, that holily and meekly bear the Afflictions he layeth upon them.
But God is most mindful of his Afflicted People, Visiteth them most, vouchsafeth most of his comfortable Presence to those, that holily and meekly bear the Afflictions he Layeth upon them.
He comforteth us in all our Tribulations, 2 Cor. 1.4. The Soul is the• more capable of Spiritual Comforts, because their Taste is more purged and refined from the dregs of Sense;
He comforts us in all our Tribulations, 2 Cor. 1.4. The Soul is the• more capable of Spiritual Comforts, Because their Taste is more purged and refined from the dregs of Sense;
2. What it is to have our Hearts Comforted. It sheweth that the Heart is the proper seat of Spiritual Comfort. Psal. 4.7. Thou hast put gladness into my Heart.
2. What it is to have our Hearts Comforted. It shows that the Heart is the proper seat of Spiritual Comfort. Psalm 4.7. Thou hast put gladness into my Heart.
God's Comfort is like a soaking Showre, that goes to the Root, and refresheth the Plants of the Earth, more than a Morning dew, that wets only the Surface.
God's Comfort is like a soaking Shower, that Goes to the Root, and refresheth the Plants of the Earth, more than a Morning due, that wets only the Surface.
Other Comforts tickle the Senses, and refresh the outward Man, but this penetrateth to the very Heart. Christ prayeth, John 17.13. That they may have my Ioy fulfilled in themselves.
Other Comforts tickle the Senses, and refresh the outward Man, but this penetrateth to the very Heart. christ Prayeth, John 17.13. That they may have my Joy fulfilled in themselves.
The joy of the Carnal in outward things is foraign; and as much as their Senses are pleased, their Hearts are full of tormenting Fears, and secret Disgusts.
The joy of the Carnal in outward things is foreign; and as much as their Senses Are pleased, their Hearts Are full of tormenting Fears, and secret Disgusts.
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But in comforting his Children, God chiefly deals with the Heart. Rom. 5.5. The Love of God is shed abroad in our Hearts, by the Holy Ghost given unto us. And 2 Cor. 1.22. He hath given us the earnest of the Spirit in our Hearts.
But in comforting his Children, God chiefly deals with the Heart. Rom. 5.5. The Love of God is shed abroad in our Hearts, by the Holy Ghost given unto us. And 2 Cor. 1.22. He hath given us the earnest of the Spirit in our Hearts.
In establishing this Comfort, God doth immediately work upon •he Soul; he useth Means indeed: As the Word, Rom. 15.4. That you through Patience and Comfort of the Scriptures, might have Hope.
In establishing this Comfort, God does immediately work upon •he Soul; he uses Means indeed: As the Word, Rom. 15.4. That you through Patience and Comfort of the Scriptures, might have Hope.
and the Ordinances, as the Sacraments; as the Eunuch after his Baptism, Acts 8.39. He went away rejoycing. So in the Lord's Supper, we come to eat of Christ's Peace-offerings, that we may rejoyce in God. Psal. 22.26. The meek shall eat be satisfied:
and the Ordinances, as the Sacraments; as the Eunuch After his Baptism, Acts 8.39. He went away rejoicing. So in the Lord's Supper, we come to eat of Christ's Peace-offerings, that we may rejoice in God. Psalm 22.26. The meek shall eat be satisfied:
But his Spirit worketh immediately upon the Soul. Either (1.) By opening the Understanding to see the grounds and reasons of Comfort. Rom. 15.13. Now the God of Peace fill you with all Ioy and Peace in believing, that you may abound in Hope, through the Power of the Holy Ghost.
But his Spirit works immediately upon the Soul. Either (1.) By opening the Understanding to see the grounds and Reasons of Comfort. Rom. 15.13. Now the God of Peace fill you with all Joy and Peace in believing, that you may abound in Hope, through the Power of the Holy Ghost.
if they would put Conscience to the question, Is our Joy from God, or no? that is, Doth God allow it me? Certainly, God doth allow us to rejoyce in our outward Portion. Eccles. 5.18. It is good and comely for one to eat and drink, and to enjoy the good of all his Labours that he taketh under the Sun, all the days of his Life, which God giveth him; for it is his Portion.
if they would put Conscience to the question, Is our Joy from God, or no? that is, Does God allow it me? Certainly, God does allow us to rejoice in our outward Portion. Eccles. 5.18. It is good and comely for one to eat and drink, and to enjoy the good of all his Labours that he Takes under the Sun, all the days of his Life, which God gives him; for it is his Portion.
yea, brutish Atheism, to sit down contented with any thing on this side God, Luke 12.19. and to say, Soul, take thine ease, thou hast Goods laid up for many years.
yea, brutish Atheism, to fit down contented with any thing on this side God, Lycia 12.19. and to say, Soul, take thine ease, thou hast Goods laid up for many Years.
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2. When the Matter is provided by him. God in the New Covenant hath propounded excellent grounds of Comfort: John 14.1. Let not your Hearts be troubled;
2. When the Matter is provided by him. God in the New Covenant hath propounded excellent grounds of Comfort: John 14.1. Let not your Hearts be troubled;
Of Pardon of Sin, Rom. 5.1, 2, 3. Therefore being justified by Faith, we have peace with God, through our Lord Iesus Christ, &c. And of Life Eternal, 1 Thess. 4.18. And so shall we ever be with the Lord;
Of Pardon of since, Rom. 5.1, 2, 3. Therefore being justified by Faith, we have peace with God, through our Lord Iesus christ, etc. And of Life Eternal, 1 Thess 4.18. And so shall we ever be with the Lord;
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and others, more expressly as to Afflictions, God's particular Providence, that nothing falleth out without God's Appointment. 1 Thess. 3.3. That no Man should be moved with these Afflictions, for your selves know that we were appointed thereunto.
and Others, more expressly as to Afflictions, God's particular Providence, that nothing falls out without God's Appointment. 1 Thess 3.3. That no Man should be moved with these Afflictions, for your selves know that we were appointed thereunto.
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If any evil come to us, is it without God's Fatherly care over his People, who ordereth all things for their Profit? Heb. 12.10 They verily for a few days chastened us after their own pleasure:
If any evil come to us, is it without God's Fatherly care over his People, who Ordereth all things for their Profit? Hebrew 12.10 They verily for a few days chastened us After their own pleasure:
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, but He for our profit, that we might be partakers of his Holiness. And his unchangeable Love, which doth not vary, and alter with our Condition: Heb. 12.6. Whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every Son whom he receiveth.
, but He for our profit, that we might be partakers of his Holiness. And his unchangeable Love, which does not vary, and altar with our Condition: Hebrew 12.6. Whom the Lord loves he Chasteneth, and scourges every Son whom he receives.
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when the Creatures and our natural Comforts fail, it is meet we should lose them. Heb. 3.18. Though the Fig-tree should not blossom, &c. yet I will rejoyce in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my Salvation.
when the Creatures and our natural Comforts fail, it is meet we should loose them. Hebrew 3.18. Though the Fig tree should not blossom, etc. yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my Salvation.
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Works are singular, and do much exceed the natural Work of Man's Heart: The groans which he stirreth up in Prayer are unutterable, Rom. 8.26. His Joys unspeakable and glorious, 1 Pet. 1.8. The Heathens counted that Fire more sit and pure for their Altars, whic• was inkindled by a Sun-beam, rather than a Coal taken from a common Hearth.
Works Are singular, and do much exceed the natural Work of Man's Heart: The groans which he stirs up in Prayer Are unutterable, Rom. 8.26. His Joys unspeakable and glorious, 1 Pet. 1.8. The heathens counted that Fire more fit and pure for their Altars, whic• was enkindled by a Sunbeam, rather than a Coal taken from a Common Hearth.
So doth this Joy, which is immediately wrought in us by •he Spirit, from all Joy that we can work by our selves, out of the Scriptural Grounds of Comfort.
So does this Joy, which is immediately wrought in us by •he Spirit, from all Joy that we can work by our selves, out of the Scriptural Grounds of Comfort.
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Carnal Men have their Joy at the second or third Hand, as God blesseth the order and influence of Inferiour Causes, it comes to them from Creature to Creature,
Carnal Men have their Joy At the second or third Hand, as God Blesses the order and influence of Inferior Causes, it comes to them from Creature to Creature,
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When he giveth Quietness, who then can make Trouble? And when he hideth his Face, who then can behold him? Whether it be done against a Nation, or against a Man only.
When he gives Quietness, who then can make Trouble? And when he Hideth his Face, who then can behold him? Whither it be done against a nation, or against a Man only.
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It is true, he exerciseth his Soveraignty according to Law, and in his Internal Government according to the Law of Grace, penally withdrawing his Comforting Spirit,
It is true, he Exerciseth his Sovereignty according to Law, and in his Internal Government according to the Law of Grace, penally withdrawing his Comforting Spirit,
though they are evident, clear, and pertinent. Sometimes out of Forgetfulness, Heb. 12.5. Ye have forgotten the Exhortation, which speaketh unto you as unto Children.
though they Are evident, clear, and pertinent. Sometime out of Forgetfulness, Hebrew 12.5. You have forgotten the Exhortation, which speaks unto you as unto Children.
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and in our Afflictions by Patience maketh out our Comfort. Rom. 5.3, 4, 5. We glory in Tribulations, knowing that Tribulation worketh Patience; and Patience Experience; and Experience Hope:
and in our Afflictions by Patience makes out our Comfort. Rom. 5.3, 4, 5. We glory in Tribulations, knowing that Tribulation works Patience; and Patience Experience; and Experience Hope:
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God hath his Name from this effect; Nomina sunt à notioribus, God that comforteth those that are cast down, 2 Cor. 7.6. He is very tender of all Afflicted Creatures, much more of his People.
God hath his Name from this Effect; Nomina sunt à notioribus, God that comforts those that Are cast down, 2 Cor. 7.6. He is very tender of all Afflicted Creatures, much more of his People.
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2. God's Comforts come with more Authority, and silence all our Doubts and Fears. Psal. 94.19. In the multitude of my thoughts within me, thy comforts delight my Soul:
2. God's Comforts come with more authority, and silence all our Doubts and Fears. Psalm 94.19. In the multitude of my thoughts within me, thy comforts delight my Soul:
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We have many intricate perplexing thoughts, out of which we cannot disentangle our selves; no comforts come with such Authority and Power, as God's Comforts.
We have many intricate perplexing thoughts, out of which we cannot disentangle our selves; no comforts come with such authority and Power, as God's Comforts.
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God's Comforts are built on his Covenant, and have a commanding force and over-powering efficacy on the Soul. God in his Word speaketh by Soveraign Authority, in our Hearts he worketh by powerf•l Efficacy.
God's Comforts Are built on his Covenant, and have a commanding force and overpowering efficacy on the Soul. God in his Word speaks by Sovereign authority, in our Hearts he works by powerf•l Efficacy.
And, I am filled with Comfort, and am exceeding joyful in all our Tribulations, 2 Cor. 7.4. NONLATINALPHABET. And our Lord Jesus, when he took care for our Comfort, took care for our full Comfort: John 15.11. These things have I spoken, that my Ioy may remain in you, and your joy might be full.
And, I am filled with Comfort, and am exceeding joyful in all our Tribulations, 2 Cor. 7.4.. And our Lord jesus, when he took care for our Comfort, took care for our full Comfort: John 15.11. These things have I spoken, that my Joy may remain in you, and your joy might be full.
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And it is Strong as well as Full, Heb. 6.18. That by two immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to lye, we might have strong Consolation.
And it is Strong as well as Full, Hebrew 6.18. That by two immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie, we might have strong Consolation.
and put this Office upon his Spirit to be the Comforter? Hath he not made sufficient provision in the New Covenant? Is there any evil, which the promise of Eternal Life cannot countervail? Is God backward to give you Comfort? Why then did he send Christ, write Scriptures, appoint a Ministry,
and put this Office upon his Spirit to be the Comforter? Hath he not made sufficient provision in the New Covenant? Is there any evil, which the promise of Eternal Life cannot countervail? Is God backward to give you Comfort? Why then did he send christ, write Scriptures, appoint a Ministry,
It is a thousand to one but it is some false Consolation, and Dream of Comfort which they affect and cry up, beyond or besides the usual Comforts of his Word.
It is a thousand to one but it is Some false Consolation, and Dream of Comfort which they affect and cry up, beyond or beside the usual Comforts of his Word.
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The Ground of Comfort is Reconciliation with God, by Christ. Rom. 5.11. We joy in God through our Lord Iesus Christ, by w•om we have now received the Atonement.
The Ground of Comfort is Reconciliation with God, by christ. Rom. 5.11. We joy in God through our Lord Iesus christ, by w•om we have now received the Atonement.
The Cup of Blessing which we bless, is it not the Communion of the Blood of Christ? The Bread which we brake, is it not the Communion of the Body of Christ?
The Cup of Blessing which we bless, is it not the Communion of the Blood of christ? The Bred which we brake, is it not the Communion of the Body of christ?
But the Devil is not only a tempting Devil, but a vexing and disquieting Devil, who accuseth us before God day and night, Rev. 12.10. raiseth in us many troublesome Fears, to make our Service uncomfortable, and tire us, and clog us.
But the devil is not only a tempting devil, but a vexing and disquieting devil, who Accuseth us before God day and night, Rev. 12.10. Raiseth in us many troublesome Fears, to make our Service uncomfortable, and tire us, and clog us.
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Now what is our business then, to beg comfort and assurance of God's Love? No, that would be our Bane, there is work for the Sanctifier rather than the Comforter, that the worldly Spirit may be subdued in us;
Now what is our business then, to beg Comfort and assurance of God's Love? No, that would be our Bane, there is work for the Sanctifier rather than the Comforter, that the worldly Spirit may be subdued in us;
then there is work for the Comforter, to seal up to our Souls the Love of God, or Interest in Christ: John 16.33. These things have I spoken to you, that in me ye •ight have peace, in the World ye shall have tribulation:
then there is work for the Comforter, to seal up to our Souls the Love of God, or Interest in christ: John 16.33. These things have I spoken to you, that in me you •ight have peace, in the World you shall have tribulation:
Then there is work for the Comforter, and confidence in his Operations to help the faithful Soul; Phil. 1.6. Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good Work in you, will perform it unto the day of Iesus Christ.
Then there is work for the Comforter, and confidence in his Operations to help the faithful Soul; Philip 1.6. Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good Work in you, will perform it unto the day of Iesus christ.
Then it is seasonable to remember the Covenant we are under. Rom. 6.14. For Sin shall not have dominion over you, for you are not under the Law, but under Grace.
Then it is seasonable to Remember the Covenant we Are under. Rom. 6.14. For since shall not have dominion over you, for you Are not under the Law, but under Grace.
Jonah 2.4, 5. I am cast out of thy sight, yet will I look again to thy Holy Temple. Resolute adherence giveth great support. Job 13.15. Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him;
Jonah 2.4, 5. I am cast out of thy sighed, yet will I look again to thy Holy Temple. Resolute adherence gives great support. Job 13.15. Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him;
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2. Peace, or some rest from Troubles, and accusations of Conscience, there is some calm and quiet of Soul; Rom. 5.1. Being justified by Faith, we have peace with God. Gal. 6.16. As many as walk according to this Rule, Peace be on them, and Mercy:
2. Peace, or Some rest from Troubles, and accusations of Conscience, there is Some Cam and quiet of Soul; Rom. 5.1. Being justified by Faith, we have peace with God. Gal. 6.16. As many as walk according to this Rule, Peace be on them, and Mercy:
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Doct. Establishment in Faith and Holiness, is a needful Blessing, and earnestly to be sought of God. 1. What this Establishment is. 2. How needful. 3. Why it is to be sought of God. I.
Doct. Establishment in Faith and Holiness, is a needful Blessing, and earnestly to be sought of God. 1. What this Establishment is. 2. How needful. 3. Why it is to be sought of God. I.
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(1.) The Habitual Confirmation is, when the habits of Grace are more setled and increased; 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of all Grace Strengthen, Stablish, Settle you.
(1.) The Habitual Confirmation is, when the habits of Grace Are more settled and increased; 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of all Grace Strengthen, Establish, Settle you.
and when they have gotten good strength in us, a Christian is more established. (1.) Faith is necessary, for we stand by Faith; Rom. 11.20. Because of unbelief they were broken off, but thou standest by Faith:
and when they have got good strength in us, a Christian is more established. (1.) Faith is necessary, for we stand by Faith; Rom. 11.20. Because of unbelief they were broken off, but thou Standest by Faith:
then we continue in delightful obedience to him, and level and direct our actions to his Glory. (3.) Hope is necessary to stablish the Soul on the promise of Eternal Life.
then we continue in delightful Obedience to him, and level and Direct our actions to his Glory. (3.) Hope is necessary to establish the Soul on the promise of Eternal Life.
for otherwise neither the stability of our Resolutions, nor of Gracious Habits will support us. Not stability of Resolutions; Psal. 73.2. As for me, my Feet were almost gone, my steps had well nigh slipt. Not Habits; Rev. 3.2. Be watchful, and strengthen those things which remain, that are ready to die.
for otherwise neither the stability of our Resolutions, nor of Gracious Habits will support us. Not stability of Resolutions; Psalm 73.2. As for me, my Feet were almost gone, my steps had well High slipped. Not Habits; Rev. 3.2. Be watchful, and strengthen those things which remain, that Are ready to die.
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yet sometimes weak Christians have gone through great Temptations, when strong ones have failed. Rev. 3.8. Thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my Word, and hast not denied my Name.
yet sometime weak Christians have gone through great Temptations, when strong ones have failed. Rev. 3.8. Thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my Word, and hast not denied my Name.
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or the current of the Tides, rather than by aim and choice, though they take shelter there for the present. 1 Thess. 5.21. Prove all things, hold fast that which is good.
or the current of the Tides, rather than by aim and choice, though they take shelter there for the present. 1 Thess 5.21. Prove all things, hold fast that which is good.
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Certainly Religion in the general must be taken up by Choice, and not by Chance; not because we know no other, but because we know no better: As Jer. 6.16.
Certainly Religion in the general must be taken up by Choice, and not by Chance; not Because we know no other, but Because we know no better: As Jer. 6.16.
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And the same is true of particular Opinions and Controversies about Religion, till we have NONLATINALPHABET, our own stedfastness, 2 Pet. 3.17. We stand by the stedfastness of others, when we profess the Truth, meerly because of Company;
And the same is true of particular Opinions and Controversies about Religion, till we have, our own steadfastness, 2 Pet. 3.17. We stand by the steadfastness of Others, when we profess the Truth, merely Because of Company;
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However ▪ to avoid the opinion of Lightness, before Religious Persons profess any thing, their warrant need to be very clear, both for the World's sake and their own, that they may not make needless Troubles,
However ▪ to avoid the opinion of Lightness, before Religious Persons profess any thing, their warrant need to be very clear, both for the World's sake and their own, that they may not make needless Troubles,
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and afterwards change their Mind to the scandalizing of others: And their own sake NONLATINALPHABET, James 1.8. A double-minded Man is unstable in all his ways.
and afterwards change their Mind to the scandalizing of Others: And their own sake, James 1.8. A double-minded Man is unstable in all his ways.
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Now if we would be established in the Truth, we must see what Influence every Truth hath upon the new Nature, either as it worketh towards God by Faith, to keep up our respects to him,
Now if we would be established in the Truth, we must see what Influence every Truth hath upon the new Nature, either as it works towards God by Faith, to keep up our respects to him,
Therefore the great Establishment, is to be settled in a course of Godliness. 1 Thess. 3.13. That he may establ•sh your Hearts unblameable in Holiness before God, even our Father, until the coming of our Lord Iesus Christ, with all his Sain•s.
Therefore the great Establishment, is to be settled in a course of Godliness. 1 Thess 3.13. That he may establ•sh your Hearts unblameable in Holiness before God, even our Father, until the coming of our Lord Iesus christ, with all his Sain•s.
Now this Establishment is very difficult. First, Because of the contrariety of the Principles that are within us. Gal. 5.17. For the Flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the Flesh, and these are contrary one to the other;
Now this Establishment is very difficult. First, Because of the contrariety of the Principles that Are within us. Gal. 5.17. For the Flesh Lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the Flesh, and these Are contrary one to the other;
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nor plenty of Blossoms store of Fruit. We are carried on with great Life and Earnestness for a while, in the profession of Religion, we consent to follow Christ;
nor plenty of Blossoms store of Fruit. We Are carried on with great Life and Earnestness for a while, in the profession of Religion, we consent to follow christ;
but the strength of the Soul must be determined by its right constitution towards Good and Evil. The Faculties of the Soul are either the Understanding, wherein lieth the Directive Councel,
but the strength of the Soul must be determined by its right constitution towards Good and Evil. The Faculties of the Soul Are either the Understanding, wherein lies the Directive Council,
1. The Mind, or Understanding, is established, when we have a clear, certain, and full Apprehen••on of the truth of the Gospel, it is called Knowledg;
1. The Mind, or Understanding, is established, when we have a clear, certain, and full Apprehen••on of the truth of the Gospel, it is called Knowledge;
the sure, and sound, and certain apprehension of them, is called Faith, or Intellectual Assent, or the full assurance of Vnderstanding, Col. 2.2. when there is a due knowledg of what God hath revealed, with a certain persuasion of the truth of it wrought in us by the Holy Spirit.
the sure, and found, and certain apprehension of them, is called Faith, or Intellectual Assent, or the full assurance of Understanding, Col. 2.2. when there is a due knowledge of what God hath revealed, with a certain persuasion of the truth of it wrought in us by the Holy Spirit.
and the more we are established. He that hath little Knowledg, and little Certainty, is called weak in the Faith. Rom. 14.1. Him that is weak in the Faith receive, but not to doubtful Disputations.
and the more we Are established. He that hath little Knowledge, and little Certainty, is called weak in the Faith. Rom. 14.1. Him that is weak in the Faith receive, but not to doubtful Disputations.
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And those that have a clearer Understanding, are called strong. As Rom. 15.1. We that are s•rong, ought to bear the Infirmities of the Weak ; meaning strong in Knowledg:
And those that have a clearer Understanding, Are called strong. As Rom. 15.1. We that Are s•rong, ought to bear the Infirmities of the Weak; meaning strong in Knowledge:
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and certainty, and so that if we know these things, we know them not as we ought to know them. 1 Cor. 8.2. If any Man think that he knoweth any thing, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know them.
and certainty, and so that if we know these things, we know them not as we ought to know them. 1 Cor. 8.2. If any Man think that he Knoweth any thing, he Knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know them.
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If we know them comprehensively, so as to look about the compass of them, yet not certainly, John 17.8. and have kn•wn surely, that I came out from thee, so as to venture our Interests upon them.
If we know them comprehensively, so as to look about the compass of them, yet not Certainly, John 17.8. and have kn•wn surely, that I Come out from thee, so as to venture our Interests upon them.
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2. The Will, which is the Imperial power of the Soul. Now the Wills establishment is known by its firm and through resolution for God, and against Sin. For God: as Acts 11.23. Barnabas when he had seen the Grace of God, was very glad, and exhorted them all, that with full purpose of Heart they would cleave to the Lord.
2. The Will, which is the Imperial power of the Soul. Now the Wills establishment is known by its firm and through resolution for God, and against Sin. For God: as Acts 11.23. Barnabas when he had seen the Grace of God, was very glad, and exhorted them all, that with full purpose of Heart they would cleave to the Lord.
First choosing, then cleaving, and this with full purpose, when the Will is so fixed in the Knowledg and Faith of the Gospel, that they resolve to abide by their choice: Psal. 27.4. One thing have I desired of the Lord, this will I seek after.
First choosing, then cleaving, and this with full purpose, when the Will is so fixed in the Knowledge and Faith of the Gospel, that they resolve to abide by their choice: Psalm 27.4. One thing have I desired of the Lord, this will I seek After.
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When Spiritual Resolution carrieth the force and authority of a principle in the Soul, and nothing can break it. 1 Pet. 4.1. Arm your selves with the same Mind.
When Spiritual Resolution Carrieth the force and Authority of a principle in the Soul, and nothing can break it. 1 Pet. 4.1. Arm your selves with the same Mind.
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There is a Backwardness within, and many Temptations without; but an holy Delight overcometh the unwilling backwardness within, and over ballanceth either Worldly Fear,
There is a Backwardness within, and many Temptations without; but an holy Delight Overcometh the unwilling backwardness within, and over balanceth either Worldly fear,
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or Wordly Hope without, that the Soul is carried on powerfully towards God. We never work better, than when we work in the strength of some eminent Affection, when the Heart is enlarged. Psal. 119.32. I will run the way of thy Commandments, when thou shalt inlarge my Heart. Either Love, or Hope.
or Wordly Hope without, that the Soul is carried on powerfully towards God. We never work better, than when we work in the strength of Some eminent Affection, when the Heart is enlarged. Psalm 119.32. I will run the Way of thy commandments, when thou shalt enlarge my Heart. Either Love, or Hope.
Love filleth us with delight, overcoming our natural slackness and sluggishness in the Ways of God. Psal. 40.8. I delight to do thy Will, O my God, yea, thy Love is within my Heart. 1 John 5.3. For this is the Love of God, that we keep his Commandments, and his Commandments are not grievous. Psal. 112.1. Blessed is the Man that feareth the Lord, that delighteth greatly in his Commandments.
Love fills us with delight, overcoming our natural slackness and sluggishness in the Ways of God. Psalm 40.8. I delight to do thy Will, Oh my God, yea, thy Love is within my Heart. 1 John 5.3. For this is the Love of God, that we keep his commandments, and his commandments Are not grievous. Psalm 112.1. Blessed is the Man that fears the Lord, that delights greatly in his commandments.
Hope beareth us up in contempt of present delights, and terrors of Sense. Heb. 3.6. Whose House are we, if we hold fast the considen•e, and rejoycing of Hope firm unto the end.
Hope bears us up in contempt of present delights, and terrors of Sense. Hebrew 3.6. Whose House Are we, if we hold fast the considen•e, and rejoicing of Hope firm unto the end.
4. With respect to the Uses for which it serveth, as to Duties, Sufferings, Conflicts. (1.) Doing the Will of God, or discharging our Doings with Delight, Chearfulness, and Constancy:
4. With respect to the Uses for which it serves, as to Duties, Sufferings, Conflicts. (1.) Doing the Will of God, or discharging our Doings with Delight, Cheerfulness, and Constancy:
That he would grant you according to the riches of his Glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner Man. That we may do our work with that readiness of Mind, which becomes Faith in Christ, and Love to God.
That he would grant you according to the riches of his Glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner Man. That we may do our work with that readiness of Mind, which becomes Faith in christ, and Love to God.
This is often spoken of in Scripture, Phil. 2.13. For it is God that worketh in you, both to will and to do, of his good pleasure, NONLATINALPHABET. And Heb. 13.21. Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you what is well pleasing in his sight.
This is often spoken of in Scripture, Philip 2.13. For it is God that works in you, both to will and to do, of his good pleasure,. And Hebrew 13.21. Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you what is well pleasing in his sighed.
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and at length cast it off as a needless and unprofitable thing. (2.) For bearing Afflictions, and passing through all conditions with Honour to God, and safety to our selves. Phil 4.13. I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Col. 1.11. Strengthened with all Might, according to his glorious Power, with all Patience.
and At length cast it off as a needless and unprofitable thing. (2.) For bearing Afflictions, and passing through all conditions with Honour to God, and safety to our selves. Philip 4.13. I can do all things through christ which strengtheneth me. Col. 1.11. Strengthened with all Might, according to his glorious Power, with all Patience.
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Now Christians, as they must not draw back to Perdition, so they must not be always fluctuating and unfixed, either in Matters of Opinion, but setled in the Truth;
Now Christians, as they must not draw back to Perdition, so they must not be always fluctuating and unfixed, either in Matters of Opinion, but settled in the Truth;
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though there be no falling back ▪ there is a stepping out into By-Paths: 1 Cor. 15.58. Be stedfast and unmoveable, always abounding in the Work of the Lord. And Ephes. 3.17. That ye being root•d and grounded in Love, &c. And Col. 1.23. If ye continue in the Faith grounded and setled, and be not moved away from the Hope of the Gospel.
though there be no falling back ▪ there is a stepping out into By-Paths: 1 Cor. 15.58. Be steadfast and Unmovable, always abounding in the Work of the Lord. And Ephesians 3.17. That you being root•d and grounded in Love, etc. And Col. 1.23. If you continue in the Faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the Hope of the Gospel.
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No, there must be a resolved conquest of Temptations that wo•ld pervert you, this will only serve our turn. Heb. 12.3. Consider him that endured such Contradictions, lest ye be weary, and faint in your minds.
No, there must be a resolved conquest of Temptations that wo•ld pervert you, this will only serve our turn. Hebrew 12.3. Consider him that endured such Contradictions, lest you be weary, and faint in your minds.
'Tis not enough that the Creature be, but he must be sustained in Being; we have our Being in God still, Acts 17.28. For in him we live, and move, and have our Being.
It's not enough that the Creature be, but he must be sustained in Being; we have our Being in God still, Acts 17.28. For in him we live, and move, and have our Being.
and therefore God alone is able to make us stand, and persevere in this Grace that we •ave received. 2 Cor. 1.21. Now •e tha• stablisheth us with you in Christ, is God.
and Therefore God alone is able to make us stand, and persevere in this Grace that we •ave received. 2 Cor. 1.21. Now •e tha• stablisheth us with you in christ, is God.
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Our Hearts are not only inconstant and uns•tl•d, but very wayward, Ier. 14.10. T•us ••ith the Lord to this Pe•ple, Thus •ave t•ey loved to wander. Psal. 95.10. It is a People that do err in their Heart.
Our Hearts Are not only inconstant and uns•tl•d, but very wayward, Jeremiah 14.10. T•us ••ith the Lord to this Pe•ple, Thus •ave t•ey loved to wander. Psalm 95.10. It is a People that do err in their Heart.
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Now we that have a warring Principle within, how can we ••and unless God e•tablish us? There is a b•ck-byass, there are the S•eds of Wantonness, Anger, Revenge, Envy, Impatience, Worldliness, Ambition, and Sensuality.
Now we that have a warring Principle within, how can we ••and unless God e•tablish us? There is a b•ck-byass, there Are the S•eds of Wantonness, Anger, Revenge, Envy, Impatience, Worldliness, Ambition, and Sensuality.
It is not enough that we are brought out of the Kingdom of Satan, but after we are rescued out of his Hand and Power, he pursueth us with continual malice;
It is not enough that we Are brought out of the Kingdom of Satan, but After we Are rescued out of his Hand and Power, he pursueth us with continual malice;
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therefore there must be the same power to stablish us still in Grace, that first brought us into the •tate of Grace: Col. 1.13. Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath transl•ted us into the Kingdom of h•s dear Son: compared with 1 Iohn 4.4. Ye are of God, little Children, and have overcome them:
Therefore there must be the same power to establish us still in Grace, that First brought us into the •tate of Grace: Col. 1.13. Who hath Delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath transl•ted us into the Kingdom of h•s dear Son: compared with 1 John 4.4. You Are of God, little Children, and have overcome them:
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because greate• is he that is in you, than he th•t is in the World. The World runneth a quite contrary course th•n those do that set their faces Heavenward,
Because greate• is he that is in you, than he th•t is in the World. The World Runneth a quite contrary course th•n those do that Set their faces Heavenward,
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and therefore malign them, and pursue them with Reproaches and Troubles. 1 Pet. 4 4, 5. Wher•in they think it strange th•t you run not with them to the sam• excess of Riot, speaking evil of you;
and Therefore malign them, and pursue them with Reproaches and Troubles. 1 Pet. 4 4, 5. Wher•in they think it strange th•t you run not with them to the sam• excess of Riot, speaking evil of you;
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And most commonly our Supports are invisible, and we have no temporal Intere•t to lean to. But, 2 Tim. 1.17. For the which cause I also suff•r th•se things, neve•theless I am not ashamed;
And most commonly our Supports Are invisible, and we have no temporal Intere•t to lean to. But, 2 Tim. 1.17. For the which cause I also suff•r th•se things, neve•theless I am not ashamed;
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David was a Man after God's own Heart, but how did he fall when God upheld him not? Psal. 51. Hezekiah, 〈 ◊ 〉 Cron. 42.31. Howbeit in the business of the Ambassadors of the Princes of Babylon, who sent unto him to enquire of the Wonder that was done in the Land, God left him to •ry him, that he might know all that was in his Heart.
David was a Man After God's own Heart, but how did he fallen when God upheld him not? Psalm 51. Hezekiah, 〈 ◊ 〉 Cron. 42.31. Howbeit in the business of the ambassadors of the Princes of Babylon, who sent unto him to inquire of the Wonder that was done in the Land, God left him to •ry him, that he might know all that was in his Heart.
3. Why it is to be sought of God? (1.) He only is able, Rom. 16.25. Now to him that is of power to establish you according to my Gospel, and the preaching of Iesus Christ, &c. Surely God never made a Creature too hard for himself.
3. Why it is to be sought of God? (1.) He only is able, Rom. 16.25. Now to him that is of power to establish you according to my Gospel, and the preaching of Iesus christ, etc. Surely God never made a Creature too hard for himself.
So Iude v••. 24. To him that is able to keep you from falling, &c. And, He is able to keep that which I have committed to h••, 2 Tim. 1.12. The Saints gather much com•or• from this:
So Iude v••. 24. To him that is able to keep you from falling, etc. And, He is able to keep that which I have committed to h••, 2 Tim. 1.12. The Saints gather much com•or• from this:
If he here had done so, what had become of you long ago? For you have given him abundant occasion, you have wearied him with your Sins, abused his Mercies;
If he Here had done so, what had become of you long ago? For you have given him abundant occasion, you have wearied him with your Sins, abused his mercies;
yea, called you to his Grace, confirmed you hitherto, why should you doubt of his Grace for the future? 2 Cor. 1.10. Who delivered us from so great a death, and doth deliver:
yea, called you to his Grace, confirmed you hitherto, why should you doubt of his Grace for the future? 2 Cor. 1.10. Who Delivered us from so great a death, and does deliver:
To whom be Glory for ever and ever. Amen. (3.) He hath made Promises of Sustentation, and ••eservation: Psal. 73.23. Nevertheless, I am continually with thee, thou hast holden me by my righthand.
To whom be Glory for ever and ever. Amen. (3.) He hath made Promises of Sustentation, and ••eservation: Psalm 73.23. Nevertheless, I am continually with thee, thou hast held me by my Right hand.
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Though you have embezled your Strength, yet you have to do with • Merciful God; go to him for Help. Psal. 17.5. Hold up my •oings in thy Path, that my foot-steps s•ip not.
Though you have embezzled your Strength, yet you have to do with • Merciful God; go to him for Help. Psalm 17.5. Hold up my •oings in thy Path, that my footsteps s•ip not.
