Sermons preach'd on several occasions by John March ..., the last of which was preach'd the twenty seventh of November, 1692, being the Sunday before he died ; with a preface by Dr. John Scot ; to which is added, A sermon preach'd at the assizes, in New-Castle upon Tine, in the reign of the late King James.
Knowest thou not, saith St. Paul, that the goodness of God leadeth thee to Repentance? Transcendently great is the Goodness of God towards poor Sinners.
Knowest thou not, Says Saint Paul, that the Goodness of God leads thee to Repentance? Transcendently great is the goodness of God towards poor Sinners.
He sent down his Holy Spirit to dwell with us, that he might sanctifie our corrupt Natures, and make us meet to partake of the vast Inheritance of the Saints in Light;
He sent down his Holy Spirit to dwell with us, that he might sanctify our corrupt Nature's, and make us meet to partake of the vast Inheritance of the Saints in Light;
But how few are there who have so much ingenuity as to be won by kindness? The greatest part of Mankind must be treated with severer methods, according to the observation of St. Austin, Plures sunt quos terror corrigit, pauciores quos allicit amor:
But how few Are there who have so much ingenuity as to be wone by kindness? The greatest part of Mankind must be treated with severer methods, according to the observation of Saint Austin, Plures sunt quos terror corrigit, pauciores quos allicit amor:
Now God, who is never wanting in any thing that may conduce to our Salvation, is observed in Scripture frequently to urge these powerful Arguments upon us.
Now God, who is never wanting in any thing that may conduce to our Salvation, is observed in Scripture frequently to urge these powerful Arguments upon us.
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Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we perswade men, saith St. Paul, 2 Cor. 5. 11. To the same end and purpose we find Asaph, the Author of this Psalm, magnifying the power of God in the defeat of Sennacheribs Army.
Knowing Therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men, Says Saint Paul, 2 Cor. 5. 11. To the same end and purpose we find Asaph, the Author of this Psalm, magnifying the power of God in the defeat of Sennacheribs Army.
and none of the Men of Might have found their Hands, ver. 5. At thy rebuke, O God of Jacob, both the Chariot and Horse are cast into a deep sleep, ver. 6. Those expressions of our Psalmist relate unto Sennacherib, King of the Assyrians; this Monarchy, in Daniels Vision, is,
and none of the Men of Might have found their Hands, ver. 5. At thy rebuke, Oh God of Jacob, both the Chariot and Horse Are cast into a deep sleep, ver. 6. Those expressions of our Psalmist relate unto Sennacherib, King of the Assyrians; this Monarchy, in Daniel's Vision, is,
and whose Subjects, the Assyrians, are deservedly stiled by our Psalmist the Stout-hearted, because, being flush'd by many Victories they feared neither Man nor God himself, whom they reviled in a horrid manner,
and whose Subject's, the Assyrians, Are deservedly styled by our Psalmist the Stouthearted, Because, being flushed by many Victories they feared neither Man nor God himself, whom they reviled in a horrid manner,
Nay farther yet, after his death he had a Statue erected in the Temple of Vulcan, with this pious Lesson inscribed on it, NONLATINALPHABET, that is in English, Whosoever beholdeth me, let him learn Piety.
Nay farther yet, After his death he had a Statue erected in the Temple of Megalo, with this pious lesson inscribed on it,, that is in English, Whosoever beholdeth me, let him Learn Piety.
1st. We shall find reason enough to fear the Lord our God, if we consider his Sovereign Power over all Creatures, which he is able to command at his Pleasure,
1st. We shall find reason enough to Fear the Lord our God, if we Consider his Sovereign Power over all Creatures, which he is able to command At his Pleasure,
And it is further observed by others, that this Dreadful Title is mentioned in Scripture more than two hundred times, the better to deter Sinners from affronting Omnipotent Majesty.
And it is further observed by Others, that this Dreadful Title is mentioned in Scripture more than two hundred times, the better to deter Sinners from affronting Omnipotent Majesty.
Sodom and Gomorrah did no sooner kindle their impure flames, but the Element of Fire descending in sulphureous Streams, made them most dreadful Monuments of Eternal Vengeance.
Sodom and Gomorrah did no sooner kindle their impure flames, but the Element of Fire descending in sulphureous Streams, made them most dreadful Monuments of Eternal Vengeance.
When proud Pharaoh gathered together all the strength of Egypt, and furiously pursued the Children of Israel to the Red Sea, the waters thereof soon swelled themselves into mountainous Billows,
When proud Pharaoh gathered together all the strength of Egypt, and furiously pursued the Children of Israel to the Read Sea, the waters thereof soon swelled themselves into mountainous Billows,
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And whither now will the Sinner fly from this Lord of Hosts? Will his Alliance with Hell protect him from the Almighty? Or can he hope to hide himself from the heat of his fury in the shades below? No certes; he may as well seek Heaven in Hell as expect one single beam of comfort from these Regions of Darkness:
And whither now will the Sinner fly from this Lord of Hosts? Will his Alliance with Hell Pact him from the Almighty? Or can he hope to hide himself from the heat of his fury in the shades below? No certes; he may as well seek Heaven in Hell as expect one single beam of Comfort from these Regions of Darkness:
for from these black quarters it was that God of old commanded an evil Spirit to vex Saul, and drew whole Legions of Devils to punish the degenerous Iews in the days of our Saviour.
for from these black quarters it was that God of old commanded an evil Spirit to vex Saul, and drew Whole Legions of Devils to Punish the degenerous Iews in the days of our Saviour.
Thus also the Sun and Moon became fixt Stars in Heaven, that the Israelites might not want the benefit of the light to compleat their Victory over the Amorites. Thus the Elements, the Heavens and Hell it self are at the Command of Almighty God;
Thus also the Sun and Moon became fixed Stars in Heaven, that the Israelites might not want the benefit of the Light to complete their Victory over the amorites. Thus the Elements, the Heavens and Hell it self Are At the Command of Almighty God;
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and if there yet be wanting more Forces to fight these Battles of the Lord, the Angels are still remaining, those mighty Hosts of Heaven and standing Militia of the Almighty.
and if there yet be wanting more Forces to fight these Battles of the Lord, the Angels Are still remaining, those mighty Hosts of Heaven and standing Militia of the Almighty.
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then these Courtiers of Heaven attend the Divine Presence, and putting on their Robes of Light, add what Lustre they can to the Majestatick Appearance.
then these Courtiers of Heaven attend the Divine Presence, and putting on their Robes of Light, add what Lustre they can to the Majestatick Appearance.
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Hence it is that Christ, when he shall come at the last day to destroy at once all the Works of Satan, he shall not only have Angels for his Trumpeters,
Hence it is that christ, when he shall come At the last day to destroy At once all the Works of Satan, he shall not only have Angels for his Trumpeters,
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and who may stand in thy sight when once thou art angry? Our Saviour in the Parable makes him more stout than wise, who having only ten thousand, is not affraid to meet him who comes against him with twenty thousand:
and who may stand in thy sighed when once thou art angry? Our Saviour in the Parable makes him more stout than wise, who having only ten thousand, is not afraid to meet him who comes against him with twenty thousand:
2ly, We shall find yet more reason to fear the Lord our God, if we consider seriously that great power he exercises over the Souls and Consciences of men.
2ly, We shall find yet more reason to Fear the Lord our God, if we Consider seriously that great power he exercises over the Souls and Consciences of men.
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It is a true Saying of Seneca, if understood with respect to men, In corpore exercentur supplicia, animus ipse sacer & aeternus est, cui nequeat injici manus:
It is a true Saying of Senecca, if understood with respect to men, In corpore exercentur supplicia, animus ipse Sacer & Eternal est, cui nequeat injici manus:
When the Almighty pleases he breaks into the solitary Recesses of the Soul, and lodges his revenging Furies in the Inner Man. And now could we set a Casement upon the Breast of an Orestes, or some despairing Sinner,
When the Almighty Pleases he breaks into the solitary Recesses of the Soul, and lodges his revenging Furies in the Inner Man. And now could we Set a Casement upon the Breast of an Orestes, or Some despairing Sinner,
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and there see those ictus and laniatus, those gnawings of the Worm which prey upon all the Vitals of the Soul, we should easily grant with Tertullian, that an inraged Conscience is praejudicium judicii, the Antedate of the last Judgment:
and there see those ictus and Laniatus, those gnawings of the Worm which prey upon all the Vitals of the Soul, we should Easily grant with Tertullian, that an enraged Conscience is praejudicium Judicii, the Antedate of the last Judgement:
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or the most ingenious Torments they can invent, to the sullen Lashes, and silent Girds of an inraged Conscience? Let Solomon, if you please, determin this matter, Prov. 18. 14. The Spirit of a Man, saith he, can bear all his Infirmities,
or the most ingenious Torments they can invent, to the sullen Lashes, and silent Girds of an enraged Conscience? Let Solomon, if you please, determine this matter, Curae 18. 14. The Spirit of a Man, Says he, can bear all his Infirmities,
but a wounded Spirit who can bear? How many noble Martyrs have sung and danc'd amidst the devouring Flames? But what Iudas, what Spira, what daring Sinner, was ever yet able to bear the stings of a wounded Spirit? What reason then have we to fear the Lord our God, who can,
but a wounded Spirit who can bear? How many noble Martyrs have sung and danced amid the devouring Flames? But what Iudas, what Spira, what daring Sinner, was ever yet able to bear the stings of a wounded Spirit? What reason then have we to Fear the Lord our God, who can,
Thirdly, We shall find yet more Reason to fear the Lord our God, if we consider those most exquisite and eternal Punishments he is able to inflict both on the Bodies and Souls of Sinners in the Lake below.
Thirdly, We shall find yet more Reason to Fear the Lord our God, if we Consider those most exquisite and Eternal Punishments he is able to inflict both on the Bodies and Souls of Sinners in the Lake below.
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If the bold Sinner has but courage enough to look beyond the Grave he will find prepared for him the eternal Tophet, such a dreadful place of Torments,
If the bold Sinner has but courage enough to look beyond the Grave he will find prepared for him the Eternal Tophet, such a dreadful place of Torments,
How dreadful then must the Furnace of Hell be, which has all the Treasures of Torment infinite Wisdom could invent? If all this be not sufficient to make these Torments dreadful, remember that they are said to be prepared for the Devil and his Angels.
How dreadful then must the Furnace of Hell be, which has all the Treasures of Torment infinite Wisdom could invent? If all this be not sufficient to make these Torments dreadful, Remember that they Are said to be prepared for the devil and his Angels.
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Sure then that Fire which was at first prepared for these inveterate and malicious Enemies of Heaven, cannot possibly want any ingredients of Torture, either Infinite Wisdom could invent, or Infinite Power inflict:
Sure then that Fire which was At First prepared for these inveterate and malicious Enemies of Heaven, cannot possibly want any ingredients of Torture, either Infinite Wisdom could invent, or Infinite Power inflict:
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When the Sinner has lain in Hell as many millions of Ages as there are Stars in Heaven or Sands on the Sea-shore, he will be no nearer an End of his Torments than he was the first Moment he entred into that place of Torments.
When the Sinner has lain in Hell as many millions of Ages as there Are Stars in Heaven or Sands on the Seashore, he will be no nearer an End of his Torments than he was the First Moment he entered into that place of Torments.
Who then will not fear the Lord our God? Who may stand in his sight when once he is Angry? But it seems our Psalmist met with some in his days who had no fear of God before their Eyes:
Who then will not Fear the Lord our God? Who may stand in his sighed when once he is Angry? But it seems our Psalmist met with Some in his days who had no Fear of God before their Eyes:
as are not afraid to spit in the Face of Heaven by their drunken Vomits, who profane his tremendous Name by Oaths and Blasphemies, deride his Ordinances,
as Are not afraid to spit in the Face of Heaven by their drunken Vomits, who profane his tremendous Name by Oaths and Blasphemies, deride his Ordinances,
But how well doth he deserve the Title of a Fool, who denies the Being of a God, which the whole Creation is one great evident and undeniable demonstration of? This vast and wonderful Fabrick of Heaven and Earth proclaims with a loud voice, the infinite Power and Wisdom of that Glorious Being which did at first Create it.
But how well does he deserve the Title of a Fool, who Denies the Being of a God, which the Whole Creation is one great evident and undeniable demonstration of? This vast and wondered Fabric of Heaven and Earth proclaims with a loud voice, the infinite Power and Wisdom of that Glorious Being which did At First Create it.
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even so the Heavens declare the Glory of God, and the Firmament sheweth his Handy-work? Hence is that of S. Paul; Rom. 1. 20 ▪ The invisible things of God, from the Creation, are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made,
even so the Heavens declare the Glory of God, and the Firmament shows his Handiwork? Hence is that of S. Paul; Rom. 1. 20 ▪ The invisible things of God, from the Creation, Are clearly seen, being understood by the things that Are made,
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And what better remedy can there be of this Unbelief, than a serious consideration of those Miracles, which were wrought to confirm our Faith in the Gospel? For as Miracles are the highest Evidence Heaven can give;
And what better remedy can there be of this Unbelief, than a serious consideration of those Miracles, which were wrought to confirm our Faith in the Gospel? For as Miracles Are the highest Evidence Heaven can give;
and yet besides this, we have the concurrent Testimonies both of Iews and Pagans. Iosephus, the Iew, reports of our Saviour, that he went about doing good,
and yet beside this, we have the concurrent Testimonies both of Iews and Pagans. Iosephus, the Iew, reports of our Saviour, that he went about doing good,
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Nay farther yet, Pontius Pilate, as Eusebius informs us, sent a large Narrative of our Saviours Miracles to Tiberius Caesar, who laid them up among the Records of the Empire,
Nay farther yet, Pontius Pilate, as Eusebius informs us, sent a large Narrative of our Saviors Miracles to Tiberius Caesar, who laid them up among the Records of the Empire,
and he must needs be a Miracle of Infidelity himself, who doth not believe those Miracles which were wrought by our Saviour, seeing they have been attested both by Friends and Foes,
and he must needs be a Miracle of Infidelity himself, who does not believe those Miracles which were wrought by our Saviour, seeing they have been attested both by Friends and Foes,
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The Infamous Author of the Monstrous Leviathan has sadly debaucht this unhappy Age of ours, by teaching That the Wicked after Death shall have no Resurrection:
The Infamous Author of the Monstrous Leviathan has sadly debauched this unhappy Age of ours, by teaching That the Wicked After Death shall have no Resurrection:
For this, and no other was the use which was made of this pernicious Doctrin in the days of St. Paul; this and no other, was the language of Epicureans then,
For this, and no other was the use which was made of this pernicious Doctrine in the days of Saint Paul; this and no other, was the language of Epicureans then,
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and St. Austin gives a like Character of it, when he tells us, it will exercere mentes legentium, that is, set their Wits to work, who set themselves to read it.
and Saint Austin gives a like Character of it, when he tells us, it will exercere mentes legentium, that is, Set their Wits to work, who Set themselves to read it.
The Text is a part of that Epistle which was sent by Christ to the Angel of the Church of Ephesus. Ephesus was a large City, upon which depended several lesser places,
The Text is a part of that Epistle which was sent by christ to the Angel of the Church of Ephesus. Ephesus was a large city, upon which depended several lesser places,
Hence St. Austin, speaking of the seven Angels which are mentioned in this Book of Revelations, stiles them the Bishops or Governours of these seven Churches.
Hence Saint Austin, speaking of the seven Angels which Are mentioned in this Book of Revelations, stile them the Bishops or Governors of these seven Churches.
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Secondly, A Reprehension, wherein they are blamed for leaving their First Love, and abating something of the Zeal and Fervour for the Gospel of Christ, vers. 4. And,
Secondly, A Reprehension, wherein they Are blamed for leaving their First Love, and abating something of the Zeal and Fervour for the Gospel of christ, vers. 4. And,
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First, We will first inquire why the Church of Christ is compared unto a Candlestick. Secondly, Shew you that this Candlestick may be removed out of his place.
First, We will First inquire why the Church of christ is compared unto a Candlestick. Secondly, Show you that this Candlestick may be removed out of his place.
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That the Church of Christ is compared to a Candlestick, is plain from Chap. 1. 20. where we are told, that The seven Stars are the Angels of the seven Churches;
That the Church of christ is compared to a Candlestick, is plain from Chap. 1. 20. where we Are told, that The seven Stars Are the Angels of the seven Churches;
without the direction whereof, we must have wandred up and down the Wilderness, and never have found out the way to Canaan! There is no Salvation out of the Church, Nec erit illi Deus Pater, cui non est Ecclesia Mater;
without the direction whereof, we must have wandered up and down the Wilderness, and never have found out the Way to Canaan! There is no Salvation out of the Church, Nec erit illi Deus Pater, cui non est Ecclesia Mater;
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Had we been born without the Pale of the Church, we had been Aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel; Strangers to the Covenant of Promise, without God, without Christ,
Had we been born without the Pale of the Church, we had been Aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel; Strangers to the Covenant of Promise, without God, without christ,
This is plain from the words of the Text, where we have our Saviour speaking thus to the Church of Ephesus, Except thou repent, I will come unto thee quickly,
This is plain from the words of the Text, where we have our Saviour speaking thus to the Church of Ephesus, Except thou Repent, I will come unto thee quickly,
For where are those many Famous Churches in Africa, which were so glorious and flourishing in the days of St. Austin? Where are those seven Golden Candlesticks, those seven Famous Churches of Asia St. Iohn mentions in the three first Chapters of this Book of Revelations? Are they not utterly ruin'd and destroyed? And dwells there any thing in these places but Ignorance, Barbarity and Mahumetanism? Thus ye see it is most plain, that tho' the Catholick shall never fail,
For where Are those many Famous Churches in Africa, which were so glorious and flourishing in the days of Saint Austin? Where Are those seven Golden Candlesticks, those seven Famous Churches of Asia Saint John mentions in the three First Chapters of this Book of Revelations? are they not utterly ruined and destroyed? And dwells there any thing in these places but Ignorance, Barbarity and Mahumetanism? Thus you see it is most plain, that though the Catholic shall never fail,
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In such a case he deals with them as our Saviour threatens to deal with the Iews, Mat. 21. 43. Therefore I say unto you, the Kingdom of God shall be taken from you,
In such a case he deals with them as our Saviour threatens to deal with the Iews, Mathew 21. 43. Therefore I say unto you, the Kingdom of God shall be taken from you,
This Epistle, ye know, is written to the Church of Rome; and if this Church of Rome had been Infallible and Perpetual, St. Paul had mightily fail'd in his Logick;
This Epistle, you know, is written to the Church of Room; and if this Church of Room had been Infallible and Perpetual, Saint Paul had mightily failed in his Logic;
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If the Professors of Christianity, in any Nation, shall become vain in their imaginations, exchanging plain and wholesome Truth, for fond Speculations and Opinions;
If the Professors of Christianity, in any nation, shall become vain in their Imaginations, exchanging plain and wholesome Truth, for found Speculations and Opinions;
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if they shall turn Factious and Schismatical, neglecting their Spiritual Guides and Pastors; if they be Dissolute in their Manners, and confute their Religion by their Lives;
if they shall turn Factious and Schismatical, neglecting their Spiritual Guides and Pastors; if they be Dissolute in their Manners, and confute their Religion by their Lives;
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Christ is so far from promising safety and protection to any particular Church and People, who neglect their own safety that he threatens ruin and destruction to them, except thou repentest, I will come unto thee quickly,
christ is so Far from promising safety and protection to any particular Church and People, who neglect their own safety that he threatens ruin and destruction to them, except thou Repentest, I will come unto thee quickly,
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How careful then should we, of this Nation, be to preserve the Gospel among us, left God carry it away from us unto a People that will better bring forth the fruits thereof? And to excite us all to this study and carefulness, I proceed in the third place to,
How careful then should we, of this nation, be to preserve the Gospel among us, left God carry it away from us unto a People that will better bring forth the fruits thereof? And to excite us all to this study and carefulness, I proceed in the third place to,
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When God removes his Candlestick, and rejects a Nation from being his People, they become then as contemptible as Heathens and Infidels, as vile and despicable as the Iews have been in the World ever since God disowned them for his People.
When God removes his Candlestick, and rejects a nation from being his People, they become then as contemptible as heathens and Infidels, as vile and despicable as the Iews have been in the World ever since God disowned them for his People.
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When the Jewish Nation had filled up the Measure of their Iniquity, a Dreadful Voice was heard in their Temple, saying, Migremus hinc, migremus hinc, let us go hence, let us go hence;
When the Jewish nation had filled up the Measure of their Iniquity, a Dreadful Voice was herd in their Temple, saying, Migremus hinc, Migremus hinc, let us go hence, let us go hence;
And presently after this the Abomination of Desolation was brought upon them, so that they have ceased ever since, not only to be the Church and People of God,
And presently After this the Abomination of Desolation was brought upon them, so that they have ceased ever since, not only to be the Church and People of God,
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So long as God's Candlestick shines amongst us, and we enjoy the great advantages of Prayers, Sermons and Sacraments, other Judgments may the better be dispensed with.
So long as God's Candlestick shines among us, and we enjoy the great advantages of Prayers, Sermons and Sacraments, other Judgments may the better be dispensed with.
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We read in our Chronicles that there was formerly such a dreadful Famine in this Island, that when Malefactors were lead out of Prison towards the place of Exeeution, the poor hungry People would presently fall upon them,
We read in our Chronicles that there was formerly such a dreadful Famine in this Island, that when Malefactors were led out of Prison towards the place of Exeeution, the poor hungry People would presently fallen upon them,
And which is stanger and more unnatural yet, we find Lamen. 4 10. Tender compassionate Women, forced by the extremity of hunger, to seeth their own Children.
And which is stanger and more unnatural yet, we find Lamen. 4 10. Tender compassionate Women, forced by the extremity of hunger, to sees their own Children.
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No less than this is asserted, Amos 8. 11, 12. Behold, the days come, saith the Lord God, that I will send a Famine in the Land, not a Famine of Bread, not a thirst of Water,
No less than this is asserted, Amos 8. 11, 12. Behold, the days come, Says the Lord God, that I will send a Famine in the Land, not a Famine of Bred, not a thirst of Water,
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and well indeed it may, since the one destroys only the Body, the other destroys the Soul. If the Light of the Gospel be taken away, worse than Egyptian darkness will ensue, such as will cause us to fall,
and well indeed it may, since the one Destroys only the Body, the other Destroys the Soul. If the Light of the Gospel be taken away, Worse than Egyptian darkness will ensue, such as will cause us to fallen,
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and sending, because he had compassion on his People, and on his dwelling Place. But they mocked the Messengers of God, and despised his Words, and misused his Prophets,
and sending, Because he had compassion on his People, and on his Dwelling Place. But they mocked the Messengers of God, and despised his Words, and misused his prophets,
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And indeed when a Nation undervalues the Light of the Gospel, and judg themselves unworthy of it, it is but just with God to remove their Candlestick,
And indeed when a nation undervalues the Light of the Gospel, and judge themselves unworthy of it, it is but just with God to remove their Candlestick,
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such gross prophanation of God's Sabbaths, contempt of his Messengers and his Ordinances, and withal so many dangerous Schisms and Factions amongst us,
such gross profanation of God's Sabbaths, contempt of his Messengers and his Ordinances, and withal so many dangerous Schisms and Factions among us,
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Now this cannot better be learned, than from that advice Christ gives the Church of Ephesus in this place remember therefore from whence thou art fallen,
Now this cannot better be learned, than from that Advice christ gives the Church of Ephesus in this place Remember Therefore from whence thou art fallen,
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Hear what is said to this purpose in the Prophet, Jer. 3. 12. Return, O back sliding Israel, saith the Lord, and I will not cause mine anger to fall upon you, for I am merciful.
Hear what is said to this purpose in the Prophet, Jer. 3. 12. Return, Oh back sliding Israel, Says the Lord, and I will not cause mine anger to fallen upon you, for I am merciful.
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if he should take away his glorious Gospel from us, and deprive us of all the advantages and priviledges of his Holy Ordinances? Indeed our sins call aloud for such heavy Judgments.
if he should take away his glorious Gospel from us, and deprive us of all the advantages and privileges of his Holy Ordinances? Indeed our Sins call aloud for such heavy Judgments.
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And may we not add, a great contempt of God's Word, a misusing of his Messengers, a slighting of his Ordinances, besides those Factions and Schisms which abound among us? And may not God justly visit for these things? Oh then it is time that we should all smite upon our Breasts,
And may we not add, a great contempt of God's Word, a misusing of his Messengers, a slighting of his Ordinances, beside those Factions and Schisms which abound among us? And may not God justly visit for these things? O then it is time that we should all smite upon our Breasts,
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the Greek word in the Text is NONLATINALPHABET, which Lactantius translates mutationes mentis in melius, that is, a change of the Mind from worse to better;
the Greek word in the Text is, which Lactantius translates mutationes mentis in Better, that is, a change of the Mind from Worse to better;
or as the Prophet Ioel describes it, a turning unto the Lord with all our Hearts, Chap. 2. 12. Such a Repentance as this, will make us fruitful in every good word and work,
or as the Prophet Joel describes it, a turning unto the Lord with all our Hearts, Chap. 2. 12. Such a Repentance as this, will make us fruitful in every good word and work,
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it will make us reform our Lives, honour God's Gospel, value his Ordinances, and have no hand in the encouraging those Schisms and Divisions which are amongst us:
it will make us reform our Lives, honour God's Gospel, valve his Ordinances, and have no hand in the encouraging those Schisms and Divisions which Are among us:
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First, St. Paul, who about this time wrote this Epistle to the Romans, makes no mention at all of St. Peters being then at Rome, notwithstanding he sends Commendation to all that were of Eminency in the Church.
First, Saint Paul, who about this time wrote this Epistle to the Roman, makes no mention At all of Saint Peter's being then At Room, notwithstanding he sends Commendation to all that were of Eminency in the Church.
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Secondly, It is agreed on by both Papists and Protestants, that the Apostleship of the Iews was in a peculiar manner committed to St. Peter, as that of the Gentiles was to St. Paul. This St. Ierom calls Principale Mandatum, the main of their Commission;
Secondly, It is agreed on by both Papists and Protestants, that the Apostleship of the Iews was in a peculiar manner committed to Saint Peter, as that of the Gentiles was to Saint Paul. This Saint Jerom calls Principal Mandatum, the main of their Commission;
Thirdly, St. Peter directs his Epistles to the Iews scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, which all belonged to the Jurisdiction of the Patriarch of Babylon.
Thirdly, Saint Peter directs his Epistles to the Iews scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bythynia, which all belonged to the Jurisdiction of the Patriarch of Babylon.
Fourthly, St. Peter, writing to these dispersed Iews, rehearseth several Nations where they resided, as Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, but leaves out Chaldea, where they resided in greatest numbers, which he would never have done, had not Chaldea been the place from whence he wrote these Epistles.
Fourthly, Saint Peter, writing to these dispersed Iews, rehearseth several nations where they resided, as Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bythynia, but leaves out Chaldea, where they resided in greatest numbers, which he would never have done, had not Chaldea been the place from whence he wrote these Epistles.
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I shall add but one Argument more, from Acts 18. 2. where we are told, that Claudius Caesar commanded all the Iews to depart from Rome; so that we may conclude St. Peter would not keep his residence there, where he wanted his Flock committed to his Charge;
I shall add but one Argument more, from Acts 18. 2. where we Are told, that Claudius Caesar commanded all the Iews to depart from Room; so that we may conclude Saint Peter would not keep his residence there, where he wanted his Flock committed to his Charge;
I have premised thus much to prove that St. Peter wrote these two Epistles from Babylon in Chaldea; because it will follow from hence, that the Papists have not one Text of Scripture to found their belief of St. Peters being at Rome, tho' on it depends their whole Papal Monarchy:
I have premised thus much to prove that Saint Peter wrote these two Epistles from Babylon in Chaldea; Because it will follow from hence, that the Papists have not one Text of Scripture to found their belief of Saint Peter's being At Room, though on it depends their Whole Papal Monarchy:
and being shortly, as he tells them, to put off his Earthly Tabernacle, we need not doubt the excellency of those Instructions he bequeaths to the Iews: All which he concludes with the most important words of the Text, Grow in Grace. For the better understanding of which,
and being shortly, as he tells them, to put off his Earthly Tabernacle, we need not doubt the excellency of those Instructions he Bequeathes to the Iews: All which he concludes with the most important words of the Text, Grow in Grace. For the better understanding of which,
Thirdly, Whether any farther growth in Grace be attainable in this Life. Fourthly, What Reasons and Encouragements we have to endeavour after the highest degrees of Grace.
Thirdly, Whither any farther growth in Grace be attainable in this Life. Fourthly, What Reasons and Encouragements we have to endeavour After the highest Degrees of Grace.
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so that the good Christian must not be content with his present attainments, but with St. Paul, he must always be pressing forward, forgetting those things which are behind,
so that the good Christian must not be content with his present attainments, but with Saint Paul, he must always be pressing forward, forgetting those things which Are behind,
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To this purpose is that Character Solomon gives of the just Man, Prov. 4 18. The Paths of the Iust is as the Shining Light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect Day.
To this purpose is that Character Solomon gives of the just Man, Curae 4 18. The Paths of the Just is as the Shining Light, that shines more and more unto the perfect Day.
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The good Christian that will grow in Grace must be possessed with all sorts of Virtues, according to that exhortation our Apostle gives, Chap. 1. 5. Give all diligence, saith he, and add to your Faith, Vertue; and to Vertue, Knowledge; and to Knowledge, Temperance; and to Temperance, Patience; and to Patience, Godliness;
The good Christian that will grow in Grace must be possessed with all sorts of Virtues, according to that exhortation our Apostle gives, Chap. 1. 5. Give all diligence, Says he, and add to your Faith, Virtue; and to Virtue, Knowledge; and to Knowledge, Temperance; and to Temperance, Patience; and to Patience, Godliness;
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Secondly, This Growth in Grace, as it denotes the getting all sorts of Vertues, so it denotes our serious endeavours after the highest degrees of them.
Secondly, This Growth in Grace, as it denotes the getting all sorts of Virtues, so it denotes our serious endeavours After the highest Degrees of them.
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Thus the Righteous must hold on in his way, and he that hath clean Hands, must wax stronger and stronger, according to the advice of St. Ierom; it must be his constant study to grow in Grace as he grows in Years.
Thus the Righteous must hold on in his Way, and he that hath clean Hands, must wax Stronger and Stronger, according to the Advice of Saint Jerom; it must be his constant study to grow in Grace as he grows in years.
but in Lebanon it self, where the Best, the Goodliest, the Tallest Cedars grew: Nor is he said only to Flourish in Boughs and Leaves; but also in Fruit;
but in Lebanon it self, where the Best, the Goodliest, the Tallest Cedars grew: Nor is he said only to Flourish in Boughs and Leaves; but also in Fruit;
But notwithstanding all this, there are certain degrees of Grace, which must be attained to, before a Christian can have any comfortable assurance of his Eternal Salvation.
But notwithstanding all this, there Are certain Degrees of Grace, which must be attained to, before a Christian can have any comfortable assurance of his Eternal Salvation.
and this will receive farther light from those Elegant Expressions of our Apostle, 2 Pet. 1. 19. We have, saith he, a more sure word of Prophesie, whereunto ye do well, that ye take heed,
and this will receive farther Light from those Elegant Expressions of our Apostle, 2 Pet. 1. 19. We have, Says he, a more sure word of Prophesy, whereunto you do well, that you take heed,
It is plain from hence, that the Day-Star of Grace doth arise in the Hearts of Believers in this Life, such as will be sufficient to bring us to Heaven.
It is plain from hence, that the Day-Star of Grace does arise in the Hearts of Believers in this Life, such as will be sufficient to bring us to Heaven.
It is yet a clearer proof of this, which you'l find Ephes. 4. 11. where St. Paul tells us, that Christ at his Ascention gave Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors and Teachers, for the edifying of the Church,
It is yet a clearer proof of this, which You'll find Ephesians 4. 11. where Saint Paul tells us, that christ At his Ascension gave Apostles, prophets, Evangelists, Pastors and Teachers, for the edifying of the Church,
tho' not Legal or Absolute Perfection, as will be sufficient to carry them to Heaven. As in natural growths Men have a fixt and determinate stature to which they arrive;
though not Legal or Absolute Perfection, as will be sufficient to carry them to Heaven. As in natural growths Men have a fixed and determinate stature to which they arrive;
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and St. Iohn, tho' the beloved Disciple, comprehends himself in those expressions of his, 1 Iohn 1. 8. If we say that we have no sin, we deceive our selves,
and Saint John, though the Beloved Disciple, comprehends himself in those expressions of his, 1 John 1. 8. If we say that we have no since, we deceive our selves,
St. Iohn gives a true Character of a Child of God, 1 John 3. 9. Whosoever is born of God, saith he, committeth not sin, that is, he doth not live in the practice of any known willful and deliberate sin:
Saint John gives a true Character of a Child of God, 1 John 3. 9. Whosoever is born of God, Says he, Committeth not since, that is, he does not live in the practice of any known wilful and deliberate since:
And indeed if it were not so, all God's Saints would be of the same size and stature, they would all be equal as to their degrees and measures of Grace.
And indeed if it were not so, all God's Saints would be of the same size and stature, they would all be equal as to their Degrees and measures of Grace.
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For every Saint has not the pleriphory or strong Faith of Abraham, the Meekness of Moses, the patience of Iob, the zeal of Iosiah, the temperance of Timothy, or the diligence of St. Paul, who is said to have laboured more abundantly than the rest of the Apostles.
For every Saint has not the pleriphory or strong Faith of Abraham, the Meekness of Moses, the patience of Job, the zeal of Josiah, the temperance of Timothy, or the diligence of Saint Paul, who is said to have laboured more abundantly than the rest of the Apostles.
both it seems shall reap and receive the rewards of their pious labours, but yet in different degrees, according to their different services in this World.
both it seems shall reap and receive the rewards of their pious labours, but yet in different Degrees, according to their different services in this World.
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There is therefore a further growth in Grace attainable in this Life, than what is just necessary to Salvation The Christian therefore, who hath arrived at this saving growth in Grace, is bound still to advance higher,
There is Therefore a further growth in Grace attainable in this Life, than what is just necessary to Salvation The Christian Therefore, who hath arrived At this Saving growth in Grace, is bound still to advance higher,
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and tho' we should be growing in Grace to all Eternity, we shall still fall short of that Infinite Standard of Perfection, whereunto we are obliged to aspire.
and though we should be growing in Grace to all Eternity, we shall still fallen short of that Infinite Standard of Perfection, whereunto we Are obliged to aspire.
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But tho' we are not able to reach the Infinite Perfections of God, yet by our greater watchfulness over our selves, by our more frequent Fastings, fervent Devotions, zealous attendance on Ordinances, and eminent works of Charity;
But though we Are not able to reach the Infinite Perfections of God, yet by our greater watchfulness over our selves, by our more frequent Fastings, fervent Devotions, zealous attendance on Ordinances, and eminent works of Charity;
1st. Our serious endeavours after the highest degrees of Grace, will be an excellent means to preserve that saving growth in Grace the pious Christian has already attain'd to.
1st. Our serious endeavours After the highest Degrees of Grace, will be an excellent means to preserve that Saving growth in Grace the pious Christian has already attained to.
But a fuller confutation of this dangerous Opinion we cannot desire, than what may be gathered from the words of the Prophet, Ezek. 18. 24. VVhen the righteous man turneth away from his righteousness,
But a fuller confutation of this dangerous Opinion we cannot desire, than what may be gathered from the words of the Prophet, Ezekiel 18. 24. When the righteous man turns away from his righteousness,
and committeth iniquity, and doth according to all the abominations that the wicked man doth, shall he live, saith the Lord? No, All his righteousness that he hath done shall not be mentioned;
and Committeth iniquity, and does according to all the abominations that the wicked man does, shall he live, Says the Lord? No, All his righteousness that he hath done shall not be mentioned;
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And what, I pray, is more likely to secure his steadfastness than serious endeavours after the highest degrees of Holiness? Our Apostle, it seems, thought so;
And what, I pray, is more likely to secure his steadfastness than serious endeavours After the highest Degrees of Holiness? Our Apostle, it seems, Thought so;
2ly. These serious endeavours after a further growth in Grace, than what is absolutely necessary to Salvation, will give the pious Christian a more comfortable assurance of Eternal Happiness.
2ly. These serious endeavours After a further growth in Grace, than what is absolutely necessary to Salvation, will give the pious Christian a more comfortable assurance of Eternal Happiness.
Many good Christians are in a safe condition, and yet their condition is not so comfortable, by reason of those fears and doubtings, which do often accompany these lower degrees of Grace:
Many good Christians Are in a safe condition, and yet their condition is not so comfortable, by reason of those fears and doubtings, which do often accompany these lower Degrees of Grace:
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Read St. Paul 's 11 Chap. to the Hebrews, where he sets down a large Calendar of God's eminent Saints, such as advanc't into the highest form of Piety and Vertue,
Read Saint Paul is 11 Chap. to the Hebrews, where he sets down a large Calendar of God's eminent Saints, such as advanced into the highest from of Piety and Virtue,
and you'l find their Faith as great as was their growth in Grace, and their assurance of Heaven bearing a just proportion to their improvements in Holiness.
and You'll find their Faith as great as was their growth in Grace, and their assurance of Heaven bearing a just proportion to their improvements in Holiness.
For St. Paul describing their Faith, ver. 1. calls it the substance, or subsistence, of things hoped for; the evidence, or clear demonstration, of things not seen.
For Saint Paul describing their Faith, ver. 1. calls it the substance, or subsistence, of things hoped for; the evidence, or clear demonstration, of things not seen.
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Hence when our Saviour tells his Disciples, John 14. 2. In my Fathers House are many Mansions, Tertullian remarks thus upon the place, Quomodo multae Mansiones, si non pro varietate Meritorum? Wherefore, saith he, should our Saviour mention many Mansions in his Fathers House,
Hence when our Saviour tells his Disciples, John 14. 2. In my Father's House Are many Mansions, Tertullian remarks thus upon the place, Quomodo Multitude Mansiones, si non Pro varietate Meritorum? Wherefore, Says he, should our Saviour mention many Mansions in his Father's House,
if there were not several Rooms of different Size and Glory provided for his Saints, according to the variety of their deserts? Indeed Heaven has room enough to lodge all the Godly;
if there were not several Rooms of different Size and Glory provided for his Saints, according to the variety of their deserts? Indeed Heaven has room enough to lodge all the Godly;
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but as in other Magnificent ▪ Palaces, so in this of Heaven, there are higher and lower, larger and lesser Mansions, in which God's Saints shall be disposed of according to those Services they have performed upon Earth.
but as in other Magnificent ▪ Palaces, so in this of Heaven, there Are higher and lower, larger and lesser Mansions, in which God's Saints shall be disposed of according to those Services they have performed upon Earth.
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Their Rewards hereafter shall be answerable to their Obedience here. See then what incouragement there is to endeavour after the highest degrees of Glory.
Their Rewards hereafter shall be answerable to their obedience Here. See then what encouragement there is to endeavour After the highest Degrees of Glory.
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Having therefore these Promises, Dearly Beloved, let us cleanse our selves from all Filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit, perfecting Holiness in the fear of the Lord.
Having Therefore these Promises, Dearly beloved, let us cleanse our selves from all Filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit, perfecting Holiness in the Fear of the Lord.
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THIS Psalm is confessed by all, to be a Psalm of Thanksgiving, a Song composed to perpetuate the Memory of some wonderful and extraordinary Deliverance:
THIS Psalm is confessed by all, to be a Psalm of Thanksgiving, a Song composed to perpetuate the Memory of Some wondered and extraordinary Deliverance:
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Some would have it to be a Psalm of David, penn'd to commemorate those Victories he obtain'd over the Philistines, the Moabites and the Syrians; others would have the occasion of it to have been the discomfiture of that formidable Army which was brought up by the Ethiopians, in the days of Asa; but most understand it of that remarkable defeat which was given by the Angel to Sennacheribs Army, in the Reign of Hezekiah. Upon this account the LXX inscribe it NONLATINALPHABET, the Latin Canticum ad Assyr•••, that is,
some would have it to be a Psalm of David, penned to commemorate those Victories he obtained over the philistines, the Moabites and the Syrians; Others would have the occasion of it to have been the discomfiture of that formidable Army which was brought up by the Ethiopians, in the days of Asa; but most understand it of that remarkable defeat which was given by the Angel to Sennacheribs Army, in the Reign of Hezekiah. Upon this account the LXX inscribe it, the Latin Canticum and Assyr•••, that is,
an Ode or Song made upon the Assyrians. And this Interpretation will receive further Light from those words of vers. 5. The stout-hearted are spoiled, they have slept their sleep,
an Ode or Song made upon the Assyrians. And this Interpretation will receive further Light from those words of vers. 5. The stouthearted Are spoiled, they have slept their sleep,
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The Assyrian was now an Universal Monarch, his Soldiers were reputed the stoutest hearted in the World, having made their Valour renowned by their innumerable Conquests;
The assyrian was now an Universal Monarch, his Soldiers were reputed the Stoutest hearted in the World, having made their Valour renowned by their innumerable Conquests;
so that if our Gratitude had kept pace with our Mercies and Deliverances, we should have had more days of Thanksgiving in our Calendar than now we have.
so that if our Gratitude had kept pace with our mercies and Deliverances, we should have had more days of Thanksgiving in our Calendar than now we have.
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Nay so great is their Malice, that the Holy Ghost in Scripture, compares them to Fire and VVater, to Briars and Thorns, to Lions, Bulls, Dogs, Vnicorns, VVolves, and the like.
Nay so great is their Malice, that the Holy Ghost in Scripture, compares them to Fire and VVater, to Briers and Thorns, to Lions, Bulls, Dogs, Unicorns, VVolves, and the like.
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How did Cain hate his Brother Abel? What wrath did boil in Esau against Iacob? How cruelly were the Israelites treated by the Egyptians? I should be too prodigal of the time, should I reckon up all those Examples of Holy Writ which are recorded for this purpose:
How did Cain hate his Brother Abel? What wrath did boil in Esau against Iacob? How cruelly were the Israelites treated by the egyptians? I should be too prodigal of the time, should I reckon up all those Examples of Holy Writ which Are recorded for this purpose:
And what the Prophet avers of him, in the general, is confirmed more particularly of him by Berosus, an Antient Historian, which has left this Character of him, Sennacherib, qui apud Assyrios regnabat, omnem Asiam & Egyptum Bello infestabat;
And what the Prophet avers of him, in the general, is confirmed more particularly of him by Berosus, an Ancient Historian, which has left this Character of him, Sennacherib, qui apud Assyrians regnabat, omnem Asia & Egyptum Bello infestabat;
and carried him, with the ten Tribes into the Land of Captivity. Eight years after this, his Rage brake forth against good Hezekiah; for we read 2 Kings 18. That he came up and seized into his Hands all the frontier Cities of Iudah: Whilst he was at Lacish, one of the frontier Cities, Hezekiah sent Ambassadors,
and carried him, with the ten Tribes into the Land of Captivity. Eight Years After this, his Rage brake forth against good Hezekiah; for we read 2 Kings 18. That he Come up and seized into his Hands all the frontier Cities of Iudah: While he was At Lacish, one of the frontier Cities, Hezekiah sent ambassadors,
And yet all this would not satisfie his Wrath, but he presently sends Tartan, Rabsaris and Rabshakah with a great Host against Ierusalem, and with words of Blasphemy against God himself:
And yet all this would not satisfy his Wrath, but he presently sends Tartan, Rabsaris and Rabshakah with a great Host against Ierusalem, and with words of Blasphemy against God himself:
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If all this be not sufficient to shew the Anger, the Wrath and the Rage of this proud Assyrian, I shall add one instance of it more out of the Book of Tobit, where we find that after the slaughter which the Angel made in Sennacheribs Army, he was forced to return home,
If all this be not sufficient to show the Anger, the Wrath and the Rage of this proud assyrian, I shall add one instance of it more out of the Book of Tobit, where we find that After the slaughter which the Angel made in Sennacherib's Army, he was forced to return home,
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and dwell at his great City Niniveh; his Fury which was stopt at Ierusalem, brake forth against the poor Iews, the Ten Tribes which were now Captive at Niniveh, and therefore Tobit tells us, Chap. 1. 18. That when King Sennacherib slew any of the Iews,
and dwell At his great city Nineveh; his Fury which was stopped At Ierusalem, brake forth against the poor Iews, the Ten Tribes which were now Captive At Nineveh, and Therefore Tobit tells us, Chap. 1. 18. That when King Sennacherib slew any of the Iews,
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I buried them privily (for, saith he, in his wrath he killed many.) Here was the remainder of his Wrath, here was that which made it Rages in the plural number:
I buried them privily (for, Says he, in his wrath he killed many.) Here was the remainder of his Wrath, Here was that which made it Rages in the plural number:
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and find the Rages of the Papists, far exceeding all the Rage of these Barbarous Assyrians. It is the saying of St. Gregory, Dilatat Behemoth Caudam suam in fine Mundi nequius, which Latin I cannot English better,
and find the Rages of the Papists, Far exceeding all the Rage of these Barbarous Assyrians. It is the saying of Saint Gregory, Dilatat behemoth Cauda suam in fine Mundi nequius, which Latin I cannot English better,
The Malice of Hell never appeared unto the World with more Rage and Fury, than since it has been managed by the Church of Rome. Who can recount without horror,
The Malice of Hell never appeared unto the World with more Rage and Fury, than since it has been managed by the Church of Room. Who can recount without horror,
and detestation, the Barbarous Murders of the Albigenses, the Massacres of France, the Wars of Germany, and the most inhuman Cruelties of the Spanish Inquisition? Here is presented a large Field to range in,
and detestation, the Barbarous Murders of the Albigenses, the Massacres of France, the Wars of Germany, and the most inhuman Cruelties of the Spanish Inquisition? Here is presented a large Field to range in,
but the time would fail me to give a tolerable account of that Wrath and Rage which they have exercised from time to time against this poor Church of England since the Reformation.
but the time would fail me to give a tolerable account of that Wrath and Rage which they have exercised from time to time against this poor Church of England since the Reformation.
yea, many a time have they afflicted us from our Youth, from the beginning of the Reformation, may our Israel say. How many were those Funeral Piles which were kindled by them in the reign of Queen Mary? How well did Ignatius deserve his name, which signifies Fire,
yea, many a time have they afflicted us from our Youth, from the beginning of the Reformation, may our Israel say. How many were those Funeral Piles which were kindled by them in the Reign of Queen Marry? How well did Ignatius deserve his name, which signifies Fire,
when several hundreds of Innocent Protestants were sacrificed to the Moloch of their Rage, in the space of less than four years? Nay, our late Historian of the Reformation tells us, that like Wild Beasts, they preyed upon the very Carkasses,
when several hundreds of Innocent Protestants were sacrificed to the Moloch of their Rage, in the Molle of less than four Years? Nay, our late Historian of the Reformation tells us, that like Wild Beasts, they preyed upon the very Carcases,
and dead Bodies of God's Saints, for they digged up the Bones of Wickliff, and exercised the utmost of Malice upon the Ashes of Bucer and Fagius. If we pass on to the reign of Queen Elizabeth, our English Deborah, we shall find Anger, and Wrath, and Rage enough.
and dead Bodies of God's Saints, for they dug up the Bones of Wickliffe, and exercised the utmost of Malice upon the Ashes of Bucer and Fagius. If we pass on to the Reign of Queen Elizabeth, our English Deborah, we shall find Anger, and Wrath, and Rage enough.
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But as soon as these failed, they erected three Colledges for English Seminary Priests, one at Doway, another at Rhemes and another at Rome; and indeed these proved the Seminaries of all those Treasons and Rebellions which were acted afterwards.
But as soon as these failed, they erected three Colleges for English Seminary Priests, one At Doway, Another At Rheims and Another At Room; and indeed these proved the Seminaries of all those Treasons and Rebellions which were acted afterwards.
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and now see their Wrath and Rage in the Rebellion of the unhappy Earls of Northumberland and VVestmorland, in the Treasons of the Stanlies in Darbyshire, and of 120 Priests and Jesuits, such as Sanders, Brislow, Parsons, Campian, and the like:
and now see their Wrath and Rage in the Rebellion of the unhappy Earls of Northumberland and VVestmorland, in the Treasons of the Stanley in Derbyshire, and of 120 Priests and Jesuits, such as Sanders, Brislow, Parsons, Campian, and the like:
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and of Payne and his fifty Resolutes, hired by the Pope, to murder the Queen. What need I speak of Throgmorton, Paget, Moody, Parry, with several others;
and of Pain and his fifty Resolutes, hired by the Pope, to murder the Queen. What need I speak of Throgmorton, Paget, Moody, Parry, with several Others;
when the Invasion of 88 proclaimed their Wrath and Malice to the full? For in their Ships they had great Knives, with this Inscription, (as Bishop Andrews reports) Cut English Throats; they had also Whips of Cord and Wire, which Don Pedro de Valdez, one of the Commanders, confessed were intended to whip us Hereticks to death;
when the Invasion of 88 proclaimed their Wrath and Malice to the full? For in their Ships they had great Knives, with this Inscription, (as Bishop Andrews reports) cut English Throats; they had also Whips of Cord and Wire, which DONE Pedro de Valdez, one of the Commanders, confessed were intended to whip us Heretics to death;
and being asked by the Council what they would have done with the young Children, he answered boldly, that all above seven years old should have been murdered with their Parents, the rest should have lived,
and being asked by the Council what they would have done with the young Children, he answered boldly, that all above seven Years old should have been murdered with their Parents, the rest should have lived,
For had this Hellish Plot obtained its desired end, the Metropolis of our Nation had become a flaming Aetna, our Church and State been turned into a Chaos, our Court into a Golgotha, and our whole Island into an Aceldama, or Field of Blood.
For had this Hellish Plot obtained its desired end, the Metropolis of our nation had become a flaming Aetna, our Church and State been turned into a Chaos, our Court into a Golgotha, and our Whole Island into an Aceldama, or Field of Blood.
for he would not suffer his Disciples to call for Fire from Heaven to destroy a little Village of the Samaritans; whereas these Heathen Catholicks, these Bloody Barbarous Papists, would have fetched Fire, I cannot say from Heaven,
for he would not suffer his Disciples to call for Fire from Heaven to destroy a little Village of the Samaritans; whereas these Heathen Catholics, these Bloody Barbarous Papists, would have fetched Fire, I cannot say from Heaven,
he turneth them whithersoever he will, Prov. 21. 1. Thus Nazianzen reports of Iulian the Apostate, that when he had designed the utter ruin of the Christians, God cut him out work elsewhere,
he turns them whithersoever he will, Curae 21. 1. Thus Nazianzen reports of Iulian the Apostate, that when he had designed the utter ruin of the Christians, God Cut him out work elsewhere,
Hence it is very observable, that when this proud Assyrian had bent his Rage against Hezekiah, it was diverted by Tirhakah, the King of Aethiopia, waging War against him,
Hence it is very observable, that when this proud assyrian had bent his Rage against Hezekiah, it was diverted by Tirhakah, the King of Ethiopia, waging War against him,
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For in the Reign of Queen Mary, Gardiner and other Papists, endeavoured to destroy the Lady Elizabeth, on whom alone, under God, the hopes of the Reformation did depend.
For in the Reign of Queen Marry, Gardener and other Papists, endeavoured to destroy the Lady Elizabeth, on whom alone, under God, the hope's of the Reformation did depend.
K. Philip did interceed for her, and preserved her out of interest of State, God putting it into his Heart, to fancy, that if she were put out of the way,
K. Philip did intercede for her, and preserved her out of Interest of State, God putting it into his Heart, to fancy, that if she were put out of the Way,
and he should have no Issue from Queen Mary, which he very much feared; then the Queen of Scotland, who was to be married to the Dauphine, would succeed,
and he should have no Issue from Queen Marry, which he very much feared; then the Queen of Scotland, who was to be married to the Dauphine, would succeed,
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And were we not delivered in such a sort this day? Were not all the Instruments of Death made ready? Were not the Barrels lodg'd, the Train laid, the Match burning,
And were we not Delivered in such a sort this day? Were not all the Instruments of Death made ready? Were not the Barrels lodged, the Train laid, the Match burning,
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thus he is said to have made the Princes of Zoan Fools, and the wise Counsellors of Pharaoh to become brutish, Isaiah 19. 11. Thus he Countermined the politick Advice of Achitophel, and made that great Oracle appear according to his Name in Hebrew, which signifies the Brother or Cousin-german to a Fool. A like instance of of God's Providence was that which happned in the Reign of Queen Mary; for when She first fell into that kind of Dropsie, which Physicians call the Mola, the wisest of her Friends and Physicians were so far infatuated,
thus he is said to have made the Princes of Zoan Fools, and the wise Counsellors of Pharaoh to become brutish, Isaiah 19. 11. Thus he Countermined the politic advice of Ahithophel, and made that great Oracle appear according to his Name in Hebrew, which signifies the Brother or Cousin-german to a Fool. A like instance of of God's Providence was that which happened in the Reign of Queen Marry; for when She First fell into that kind of Dropsy, which Physicians call the Mola, the Wisest of her Friends and Physicians were so Far infatuated,
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Thus strangely did he discover Hamans bloody Plot against the Iews; and that of the Iews against St. Paul: But surely the Goodness of God was never seen more eminently in the discovery of any Plot, than it was this day;
Thus strangely did he discover Hamans bloody Plot against the Iews; and that of the Iews against Saint Paul: But surely the goodness of God was never seen more eminently in the discovery of any Plot, than it was this day;
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But yet how wonderfully did God discover it? For did not the Lord cause one of the Conspirators, notwithstanding he had taken three solemn Oaths to conceal the Plot, to reveal it by Writing, verifying that of the Wise Man in his Ecclesiastes, That which has Wings shall tell the Matter? Nay further, was it not the over-ruling Providence of God which inclined the Heart of that Noble Lord to communicate the Letter, which otherwise might easily have been slighted as the off-spring of some melancholy Brain? Nay, was it not our merciful God, who at this time put a Divine Sentence into the Lips of the King,
But yet how wonderfully did God discover it? For did not the Lord cause one of the Conspirators, notwithstanding he had taken three solemn Oaths to conceal the Plot, to reveal it by Writing, verifying that of the Wise Man in his Ecclesiastes, That which has Wings shall tell the Matter? Nay further, was it not the overruling Providence of God which inclined the Heart of that Noble Lord to communicate the letter, which otherwise might Easily have been slighted as the offspring of Some melancholy Brain? Nay, was it not our merciful God, who At this time put a Divine Sentence into the Lips of the King,
and suffer'd not his Mouth to transgress in Judgment? His Royal Breast, at other times, used to be free from Jealousie, accounting it no less than a Badge of Tyranny:
and suffered not his Mouth to transgress in Judgement? His Royal Breast, At other times, used to be free from Jealousy, accounting it no less than a Badge of Tyranny:
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But now Providence so ordered it, that by an unnatural construction of an Aenigmatical Phrase, he discovered that unnatural destruction which was hatching by his Enemies.
But now Providence so ordered it, that by an unnatural construction of an Enigmatical Phrase, he discovered that unnatural destruction which was hatching by his Enemies.
the Wicked is snared by the work of his own Hands, Psal. 9. 16. Thus God also chastised the Wrath of Sennacherib at the siege of Ierusalem, by sending his Angel to destroy 185000 of his Army:
the Wicked is snared by the work of his own Hands, Psalm 9. 16. Thus God also chastised the Wrath of Sennacherib At the siege of Ierusalem, by sending his Angel to destroy 185000 of his Army:
yet because he was not throughly reformed by this first Judgment, but his Wrath still remained when he came to his chief City Niniveh, where he fell to persecute the Ten Tribes which were captive there, God restrained this remainder of his Wrath by another signal Judgment,
yet Because he was not thoroughly reformed by this First Judgement, but his Wrath still remained when he Come to his chief city Nineveh, where he fell to persecute the Ten Tribes which were captive there, God restrained this remainder of his Wrath by Another signal Judgement,
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and made him die an ignominious Death by the Hands of his two Sons, and that in the House of his own God, whom he had blasphemously opposed to the great Iehovah, but was not able to protect him from the Hand of his Almighty Vengeance.
and made him die an ignominious Death by the Hands of his two Sons, and that in the House of his own God, whom he had blasphemously opposed to the great Jehovah, but was not able to Pact him from the Hand of his Almighty Vengeance.
And did not God also Glorifie himself thus, by those strange Judgments which he executed on the Powder-Traytors? Was it not remarkable what hapned at Holbeach in Worcestershire, where some of this days Conspirators, being drying Powder to make Resistance, one spark of Fire lighting accidentally amongst the Powder, wounded them so sadly, that they were forced to acknowledge the Justice and Vengeance of God upon them by that Powder, wherewith they had intended the Destruction of so many? After this, Catesby and Piercy, two Principal Conspirators, were accidentally shot to Death by one Shot of a Musquet;
And did not God also glorify himself thus, by those strange Judgments which he executed on the Powder-Traytors? Was it not remarkable what happened At Holbeach in Worcestershire, where Some of this days Conspirators, being drying Powder to make Resistance, one spark of Fire lighting accidentally among the Powder, wounded them so sadly, that they were forced to acknowledge the justice and Vengeance of God upon them by that Powder, wherewith they had intended the Destruction of so many? After this, Catesby and Percy, two Principal Conspirators, were accidentally shot to Death by one Shot of a Musquet;
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Add to this what we read in King Iames 's Works, how that God did secretly exasperate the Spirits of all Men against these Popish Traytors, that in the Countries where they wandred, some of them were killed, others taken before any Proclamation could overtake them,
Add to this what we read in King James is Works, how that God did secretly exasperate the Spirits of all Men against these Popish Traitors, that in the Countries where they wandered, Some of them were killed, Others taken before any Proclamation could overtake them,
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Thus God this day did make the Wrath of Man to praise him, to praise his Justice, his Power in executing such strange Judgments upon these bloody unnatural Traytors.
Thus God this day did make the Wrath of Man to praise him, to praise his justice, his Power in executing such strange Judgments upon these bloody unnatural Traitors.
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Thus Pharoah and the Egyptians acknowledged God's Power in the Red Sea, when they cried out, Let us flee from the Face of Israel, for the Lord fighteth for them against the Egyptians.
Thus Pharaoh and the egyptians acknowledged God's Power in the Read Sea, when they cried out, Let us flee from the Face of Israel, for the Lord fights for them against the egyptians.
namely, that he had a Statute erected after his Death, with this good Advice engraven on it, Whosoever looketh upon me, let him learn to be Pious, and to fear God.
namely, that he had a Statute erected After his Death, with this good advice engraven on it, Whosoever looks upon me, let him Learn to be Pious, and to Fear God.
Don Pedro seeing the terrible dissipation of that invincible Armado which was sent in 88. professed, that now he perceived that God was turned Lutheran. And on this very day, Faux who was appointed to be the Black Executioner,
DONE Pedro seeing the terrible dissipation of that invincible Armado which was sent in 88. professed, that now he perceived that God was turned Lutheran. And on this very day, Faux who was appointed to be the Black Executioner,
for their wonderful deliverance from the Rage of Sennacherib. Even so Religious King Iames did erect this day for a Pillar of Gratitude to our good God, who did so miraculously preserve our King, the Royal Family, the Parliament, with our Laws, Liberties and Religion:
for their wondered deliverance from the Rage of Sennacherib. Even so Religious King James did erect this day for a Pillar of Gratitude to our good God, who did so miraculously preserve our King, the Royal Family, the Parliament, with our Laws, Liberties and Religion:
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Sure if God extort praises from his very Enemies, he may more justly inhabit the praises of his own People, those that he has so wonderfully preserved:
Sure if God extort praises from his very Enemies, he may more justly inhabit the praises of his own People, those that he has so wonderfully preserved:
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We know this Church is the greatest Eye-fore of Rome; and to use the words of the Author of the Review of the Council of Trent, There has not been more woful Tragedies of the Papal Fury acted upon any Stage,
We know this Church is the greatest Eye-fore of Room; and to use the words of the Author of the Review of the Council of Trent, There has not been more woeful Tragedies of the Papal Fury acted upon any Stage,
If after such wonderful deliverances, as you have heard this day, we still indulge our selves in sin, our most costly Sacrifices will prove an abomination;
If After such wondered Deliverances, as you have herd this day, we still indulge our selves in since, our most costly Sacrifices will prove an abomination;
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See therefore with what passion Ezra exhorts the Iews to this Duty after their Deliverance from the Babylonish Captivity, Ezra 9. 13. VVhen we have received such deliverance as this, should we again break thy Commandments, wouldst thou not be angry with us, till thou hadst consumed us? We must therefore keep holiness in our Lives, otherwise we shall not be fit to keep an Holy-Day to the Lord.
See Therefore with what passion Ezra exhorts the Iews to this Duty After their Deliverance from the Babylonish Captivity, Ezra 9. 13. When we have received such deliverance as this, should we again break thy commandments, Wouldst thou not be angry with us, till thou Hadst consumed us? We must Therefore keep holiness in our Lives, otherwise we shall not be fit to keep an Holy-Day to the Lord.
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Let us therefore reform our Lives, and being thus wonderfully delivered from the Hands of our Enemies, let us serve without fear, in holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our Life;
Let us Therefore reform our Lives, and being thus wonderfully Delivered from the Hands of our Enemies, let us serve without Fear, in holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our Life;
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COrinth being seated on the Peloponnesian Isthmus, had the advantage both of the Ionian and Aegean Sea, to bring into its Bosom all the Treasures of the World:
COrinth being seated on the Peloponnesian Isthmus, had the advantage both of the Ionian and Aegean Sea, to bring into its Bosom all the Treasures of the World:
and by Pindar NONLATINALPHABET, that is, in plain English, the Rich and Happy City of Corinth. And as Corinth was thus happy in respect of its Trade and Commerce,
and by Pindar, that is, in plain English, the Rich and Happy city of Corinth. And as Corinth was thus happy in respect of its Trade and Commerce,
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so it was much more happy in having the Gospel planted there by the great Apostle S. Paul. It was accounted the honour of these Primitive Churches to have some Apostle or other to be their Founder;
so it was much more happy in having the Gospel planted there by the great Apostle S. Paul. It was accounted the honour of these Primitive Churches to have Some Apostle or other to be their Founder;
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Now in this respect Corinth was inferiour unto none, as being founded by St. Paul, the great Apostle of the Gentiles; one who is sometimes styled by the Antients, Prince of the Apostles;
Now in this respect Corinth was inferior unto none, as being founded by Saint Paul, the great Apostle of the Gentiles; one who is sometime styled by the Ancients, Prince of the Apostles;
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and who in that modest Character which he has left of himself in 2 Cor. 11. 5. tells us expresly, That he was not a-whit behind the very chiefest Apostles The honour therefore of the Church of Corinth could not but be great,
and who in that modest Character which he has left of himself in 2 Cor. 11. 5. tells us expressly, That he was not a-whit behind the very chiefest Apostles The honour Therefore of the Church of Corinth could not but be great,
if we add the observation of a Learned Author, Super hac Ecclesia maxime triumphat Paulas, St. Paul, saith he, tho' he converted several other Nations,
if we add the observation of a Learned Author, Super hac Ecclesia maxim Triumphant Paulas, Saint Paul, Says he, though he converted several other nations,
These he calls his special work in the Lord, and the very Seal of his Apostleship, Chap. 9. of this Epistle, ver. 1, 2. And as the Church of Corinth had the honour to be planted by the Labours of St. Paul, so it had also the happiness to be watered by the Eloquence of Apollo, and the powerful Preachings of St. Peter. Now one would have thought a Church thus happily Planted and Watred, might,
These he calls his special work in the Lord, and the very Seal of his Apostleship, Chap. 9. of this Epistle, ver. 1, 2. And as the Church of Corinth had the honour to be planted by the Labours of Saint Paul, so it had also the happiness to be watered by the Eloquence of Apollo, and the powerful Preachings of Saint Peter. Now one would have Thought a Church thus happily Planted and Watered, might,
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But alas even Infallibility it self is so far from proving an Antidote against Schisms, that it was a great means of raising and promoting them here at Corinth; for in the first Chapter of this Epistle we find them crying out, I am of Paul, I am of Apollo, and I am of Cephas:
But alas even Infallibility it self is so Far from proving an Antidote against Schisms, that it was a great means of raising and promoting them Here At Corinth; for in the First Chapter of this Epistle we find them crying out, I am of Paul, I am of Apollo, and I am of Cephas:
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And besides these Schisms, which took their rise from the eminency of their Teachers; we find in this 11th Chapter, several other Divisions about the Sacrament.
And beside these Schisms, which took their rise from the eminency of their Teachers; we find in this 11th Chapter, several other Divisions about the Sacrament.
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there must, saith he, be Heresies, or as he calls them in the foregoing Verse, Divisions among you, Satan and his Instruments will always watch their opportunity to sow these Tares:
there must, Says he, be Heresies, or as he calls them in the foregoing Verse, Divisions among you, Satan and his Instruments will always watch their opportunity to sow these Tares:
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Fourthly, That those are truly Noble and Honourable Persons, who continue stedfast in the Communion of God's Church amidst these Schisms and Divisions which arise in it:
Fourthly, That those Are truly Noble and Honourable Persons, who continue steadfast in the Communion of God's Church amid these Schisms and Divisions which arise in it:
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These are the NONLATINALPHABET, the approved ones in the Text. There must, saith St. Paul, be Heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest.
These Are the, the approved ones in the Text. There must, Says Saint Paul, be Heresies among you, that they which Are approved may be made manifest.
He must be a very great Stranger both to Scripture and Ecclesiastical History, who does not know, that the misfortune of Corinth, in the Text, is the usual fate and misfortune of other Churches.
He must be a very great Stranger both to Scripture and Ecclesiastical History, who does not know, that the misfortune of Corinth, in the Text, is the usual fate and misfortune of other Churches.
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When he wrote his Hierarchial Epistle to Titus, the first Bishop of Crete. It seems Hereticks were so numerous in that Church, that he was obliged to give him this Apostolical Canon among the rest, An Heretick after the first and second Admonition, reject.
When he wrote his Hierarchial Epistle to Titus, the First Bishop of Crete. It seems Heretics were so numerous in that Church, that he was obliged to give him this Apostolical Canon among the rest, an Heretic After the First and second Admonition, reject.
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If we take a view of the Seven Churches of Asia, recorded in the Book of Revelations, St. Iohn will shew us a Synagogue of Satan in the Church of Smyrna; Nicolaitans and Balaamites in the Church of Sardis; Hereticks stigmatized with the name of Iezabel, in the Church of Thyatira; and in Ephesus, the Mother Church, Counterfeit Apostles, who said they were Apostles,
If we take a view of the Seven Churches of Asia, recorded in the Book of Revelations, Saint John will show us a Synagogue of Satan in the Church of Smyrna; Nicolaitans and Balaamites in the Church of Sardis; Heretics stigmatized with the name of Jezebel, in the Church of Thyatira; and in Ephesus, the Mother Church, Counterfeit Apostles, who said they were Apostles,
for our Apostle gives them this Advise, Rom. 16. 17. I beseech you, Brethren, mark them which cause Divisions and Offences, contrary to the Doctrine which you have received, and avoid them.
for our Apostle gives them this advice, Rom. 16. 17. I beseech you, Brothers, mark them which cause Divisions and Offences, contrary to the Doctrine which you have received, and avoid them.
Thus we have found Schisms and Divisions in all those Churches which are recorded in the New Testament; and if we descend to succeeding Ages, we shall find Schisms and Divisions too many.
Thus we have found Schisms and Divisions in all those Churches which Are recorded in the New Testament; and if we descend to succeeding Ages, we shall find Schisms and Divisions too many.
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All this, I hope, will suffice to prevent any sinister opinion of the Church of England, which at this time is torn in pieces by Schisms and Divisions:
All this, I hope, will suffice to prevent any sinister opinion of the Church of England, which At this time is torn in Pieces by Schisms and Divisions:
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This indeed ought to be matter of Lamentation to us, and ingage our most ardent prayers for the peace of Ierusalem. But sure it cannot be managed as an Argument against our Church,
This indeed ought to be matter of Lamentation to us, and engage our most Ardent Prayers for the peace of Ierusalem. But sure it cannot be managed as an Argument against our Church,
1st. The first and principal place to the infernal Fiends. Satan is the Enemy in our Saviours Parable, who is said to sow these Tares in the Field of the Church.
1st. The First and principal place to the infernal Fiends. Satan is the Enemy in our Saviors Parable, who is said to sow these Tares in the Field of the Church.
However the Devil labours to keep his own Kingdom in peace and tranquility, yet he seeks nothing more than to cause Divisions in the Kingdom of Christ.
However the devil labours to keep his own Kingdom in peace and tranquillity, yet he seeks nothing more than to cause Divisions in the Kingdom of christ.
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The Pagans, who worship the Sun, Moon and all the Host of Heaven; and the Mahometans, who worship a cursed Impostor, these never had such divisions among them,
The Pagans, who worship the Sun, Moon and all the Host of Heaven; and the Mahometans, who worship a cursed Impostor, these never had such divisions among them,
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Well then might St. Cyprian conclude, that the Schisms and Heresies which happened in his time, were industriously raised by the Devil, that he might revenge himself on the Christian Religion, which had struck his Oracles dumb,
Well then might Saint Cyprian conclude, that the Schisms and Heresies which happened in his time, were industriously raised by the devil, that he might revenge himself on the Christian Religion, which had struck his Oracles dumb,
Lactantius compares his Exorbitant Passions to mad furious Horses, which hurry him violently on such things as are mischievous and pernicious to Society.
Lactantius compares his Exorbitant Passion to mad furious Horses, which hurry him violently on such things as Are mischievous and pernicious to Society.
no wonder then if St. Paul, Chap. 5. 20. reckons among the Lusts of the Flesh, Hatred, Variance, Emulation, Strife, Seditions, Heresies and Envyings:
no wonder then if Saint Paul, Chap. 5. 20. reckons among the Lustiest of the Flesh, Hatred, Variance, Emulation, Strife, Seditions, Heresies and Envyings:
Melanchton in his Comment upon the place mentions a famous Proverb to this purpose, Duo Montes non miscentur, two swelling Mountains will not mix well together.
Melanchthon in his Comment upon the place mentions a famous Proverb to this purpose, Duo Montes non miscentur, two swelling Mountains will not mix well together.
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and indeed St. Peter tells us so expresly, 2 Pet. 2. 3. where the Character he gives of Hereticks is this, Through Covetousness they make merchandise of people with feigned words.
and indeed Saint Peter tells us so expressly, 2 Pet. 2. 3. where the Character he gives of Heretics is this, Through Covetousness they make merchandise of people with feigned words.
As soon as Demetrius had told the Silver-Smiths of Ephesus, that their Craft was in danger to be set at naught, they presently fill the City with noise and uproar;
As soon as Demetrius had told the Silver-Smiths of Ephesus, that their Craft was in danger to be Set At nought, they presently fill the city with noise and uproar;
St. Iude describing the manners of the Gnostick Hereticks, tells us, they ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward. St. Cyprian writes of the Heretick Novatus, that he was Avaritiae inexplebili rapacitate furibundus, most insatiably covetous and rapacious,
Saint Iude describing the manners of the Gnostic Heretics, tells us, they ran greedily After the error of balaam for reward. Saint Cyprian writes of the Heretic Novatian, that he was Avaritiae inexplebili rapacitate furibundus, most insatiably covetous and rapacious,
and endless Genealogies, which minister Questions, rather than Godly Edifying, 1 Tim. 1. 4. and Chap. 6. 3, 4. he condemns such as dote about Questions and Dispute about Words, whereof cometh Envy, Strife, Railings and Surmises.
and endless Genealogies, which minister Questions, rather than Godly Edifying, 1 Tim. 1. 4. and Chap. 6. 3, 4. he condemns such as dote about Questions and Dispute about Words, whereof comes Envy, Strife, Railings and Surmises.
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This is the strongest and most violent Passion of the Soul, and therefore St. Paul gives it the precedence of all the rest, 2 Tim. 3. 2. It is a true saying of Luthers, Societies would continue longer than they do,
This is the Strongest and most violent Passion of the Soul, and Therefore Saint Paul gives it the precedence of all the rest, 2 Tim. 3. 2. It is a true saying of Luthers, Societies would continue longer than they do,
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Look not every man on his own things, but also on the things of others, Phil. 2. 3, 4. Thus I have shewn you what are the Causes of Schisms and Divisions in the Church,
Look not every man on his own things, but also on the things of Others, Philip 2. 3, 4. Thus I have shown you what Are the Causes of Schisms and Divisions in the Church,
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so long as he can imploy such Instruments as the Ambitious, Covetous, Curious and Lovers of themselves, he will be able to disturb the Peace of God's Church.
so long as he can employ such Instruments as the Ambitious, Covetous, Curious and Lovers of themselves, he will be able to disturb the Peace of God's Church.
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But as St. Cyprian speaks, Fieri haec Dominus permittit & patitur, manente propriae libertatis arbitrio, The Lord, saith he, suffers these Divisions to be in his Church,
But as Saint Cyprian speaks, Fieri haec Dominus Permittit & patitur, manente propriae libertatis arbitrio, The Lord, Says he, suffers these Divisions to be in his Church,
and prest Christians by innumerable, and those most powerful Motives to keep this Unity of the Spirit in the Bond of Peace, he leaves them to act for themselves in this,
and pressed Christians by innumerable, and those most powerful Motives to keep this Unity of the Spirit in the Bound of Peace, he leaves them to act for themselves in this,
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Now if any should put the Question, why God leaves men thus to their liberty? Tho' I might chastise such curiosity with Solomons Answer, Eccles. 7. 10. who tells such Curious Persons, That they do not enquire wisely concerning this matter;
Now if any should put the Question, why God leaves men thus to their liberty? Though I might chastise such curiosity with Solomons Answer, Eccles. 7. 10. who tells such Curious Persons, That they do not inquire wisely Concerning this matter;
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but that being also Omnipotent, he is able to extract Good out of Evil. When God suffers Schisms and Divisions to befall his Church, his design is to discover to the World, the Rottenness of some and the Integrity of others.
but that being also Omnipotent, he is able to extract Good out of Evil. When God suffers Schisms and Divisions to befall his Church, his Design is to discover to the World, the Rottenness of Some and the Integrity of Others.
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as St. Cyprian observes, Nemo existimet bonos Ecclesia posse discedere, None can imagin, saith he, that Good Men will abjure the Communion of God's Church;
as Saint Cyprian observes, Nemo existimet bonos Ecclesia posse discedere, None can imagine, Says he, that Good Men will abjure the Communion of God's Church;
yet all sincere Christians will think it both their Duty and Honour to adhere couragiously to the Church of God, which brings me to the fourth General proposed. Namely.
yet all sincere Christians will think it both their Duty and Honour to adhere courageously to the Church of God, which brings me to the fourth General proposed. Namely.
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Fourthly, To shew you, that those are truly Noble and Honourable Persons who continue steadfast in the Communion of God's Church amidst these Schisms and Divisions which arise in it.
Fourthly, To show you, that those Are truly Noble and Honourable Persons who continue steadfast in the Communion of God's Church amid these Schisms and Divisions which arise in it.
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These are the NONLATINALPHABET, the approved ones in the Text. The Greek word which is here rendred Approved, is a Metaphor taken from Gold tried in the Fire.
These Are the, the approved ones in the Text. The Greek word which is Here rendered Approved, is a Metaphor taken from Gold tried in the Fire.
There is an advantage, saith Plutarch, which men receive from their very Enemies; had there been no Trojan Wars, Hector 's Valour had never been so renowned;
There is an advantage, Says Plutarch, which men receive from their very Enemies; had there been no Trojan Wars, Hector is Valour had never been so renowned;
or by the crafty subtilties of Schismaticks and Hereticks. And the honourableness of such stedfastness will appear more at large, by these few Particulars.
or by the crafty subtleties of Schismatics and Heretics. And the honorableness of such steadfastness will appear more At large, by these few Particulars.
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Hence St. Paul, 2 Tim. 3. 6, 7. speaking of some who suffered themselves to be perverted by Seducers, he calls the silly Women, such as are ever learning,
Hence Saint Paul, 2 Tim. 3. 6, 7. speaking of Some who suffered themselves to be perverted by Seducers, he calls the silly Women, such as Are ever learning,
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Religion is the great concern God has in the World, for the Honour and Advancement of which, all those Miracles were wrought which are recorded in the Bible:
Religion is the great concern God has in the World, for the Honour and Advancement of which, all those Miracles were wrought which Are recorded in the bible:
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Hear what Honour our Saviour promises to put upon such at the day of Judgment, Whosoever shall confess me before men, saith Christ, him shall the Son of Man confess before the Angels of God, Luke 12. 8. However, sincere Christians may be reviled and evil intreated by a wicked World;
Hear what Honour our Saviour promises to put upon such At the day of Judgement, Whosoever shall confess me before men, Says christ, him shall the Son of Man confess before the Angels of God, Lycia 12. 8. However, sincere Christians may be reviled and evil entreated by a wicked World;
I might, if the time and your patience would permit, add several other Arguments to shew the Honourableness of those Persons who continue stedfast in the Communion of God's Church;
I might, if the time and your patience would permit, add several other Arguments to show the Honorableness of those Persons who continue steadfast in the Communion of God's Church;
I shall therefore conclude with a word of Exhortation, beseeching you to continue stedfast in the Communion of the Church of England. It will not be prudence in me to make any Reflections on other Churches;
I shall Therefore conclude with a word of Exhortation, beseeching you to continue steadfast in the Communion of the Church of England. It will not be prudence in me to make any Reflections on other Churches;
as may be learned from Godwins Catalogue of Bishops, and Parkers Antiquitates Britannicae. The Faith which our Church professes, may be found in her Creeds, which are the Apostles, the Nicene, and the Athanasian Creeds;
as may be learned from Godwins Catalogue of Bishops, and Parkers Antiquities British. The Faith which our Church Professes, may be found in her Creeds, which Are the Apostles, the Nicene, and the Athanasian Creeds;
so that if we may be saved by that Faith which was thought sufficient by the Apostles and the best of Christians, we need not seek a new one from any Church in Christendom.
so that if we may be saved by that Faith which was Thought sufficient by the Apostles and the best of Christians, we need not seek a new one from any Church in Christendom.
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I shall therefore conclude this Discourse as St. Paul does the 15th Chapter of the First Epistle to the Corinthians, VVherefore, my Beloved Brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the VVork of the Lord;
I shall Therefore conclude this Discourse as Saint Paul does the 15th Chapter of the First Epistle to the Corinthians, Wherefore, my beloved Brothers, be you steadfast, Unmovable, always abounding in the VVork of the Lord;
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so they do not deserve the Name of Christians, who refuse to set about a Duty of such great importance, in this time of Lent. I have already pressed this Duty on you by several Arguments. One you may remember was taken from that Obedience which we owe to our Lawful Superiours.
so they do not deserve the Name of Christians, who refuse to Set about a Duty of such great importance, in this time of Lent. I have already pressed this Duty on you by several Arguments. One you may Remember was taken from that obedience which we owe to our Lawful Superiors.
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He has not the least spark of Loyalty in him, who does not acknowledge our Obedience is due to those Commands of our Superiours which concern indifferent things:
He has not the least spark of Loyalty in him, who does not acknowledge our obedience is due to those Commands of our Superiors which concern indifferent things:
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Now we all know, that our Superiours call upon us to Repent in this season of Lent; and, I hope, we will all acknowledge, that Repentance is a Duty of greatest importance, and most absolute necessity.
Now we all know, that our Superiors call upon us to repent in this season of Lent; and, I hope, we will all acknowledge, that Repentance is a Duty of greatest importance, and most absolute necessity.
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Where then is that Loyalty we use to boast of? Will he, think you, obey his Superiors in smaller matters, who denies obedience in matters of greatest concernment,
Where then is that Loyalty we use to boast of? Will he, think you, obey his Superiors in smaller matters, who Denies Obedience in matters of greatest concernment,
They think they may safely dedicate the fair Blossoms of their Youth to Sin and Satan, provided they are careful to bequeath their Souls to God in their last Will and Testament;
They think they may safely dedicate the fair Blossoms of their Youth to since and Satan, provided they Are careful to Bequeath their Souls to God in their last Will and Testament;
upon his humble Confession of his Faults, and expressing his sorrow for them, his Pardon is sealed, the Arms of Mercy open themselves wide to embrace him,
upon his humble Confessi of his Faults, and expressing his sorrow for them, his Pardon is sealed, the Arms of Mercy open themselves wide to embrace him,
And since these things are so, who dares now bode ill to the Clinicks of our Age, those I mean, who add drunkenness to thirst, and thirst to drunkenness, who labour daily to swear God Almighty out of Heaven;
And since these things Are so, who dares now bode ill to the Clinics of our Age, those I mean, who add Drunkenness to thirst, and thirst to Drunkenness, who labour daily to swear God Almighty out of Heaven;
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A few salt Tears at the Hour of Death, a little Confession to a Priest, attended with sighs and groans, will be a sufficient atonement for our former Miscarriages:
A few salt Tears At the Hour of Death, a little Confessi to a Priest, attended with sighs and groans, will be a sufficient atonement for our former Miscarriages:
and therefore Ministers shall never make us out of love with our darling Lusts; we are not such Fools, as to be cheated so easily of all our Pleasures:
and Therefore Ministers shall never make us out of love with our darling Lustiest; we Are not such Fools, as to be cheated so Easily of all our Pleasures:
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He did not wretchedly cheat himself of the Remedies of his miserable condition, he did not adjourn the use of them to a late uncertain Futurity, which seldom or never succeeds well.
He did not wretchedly cheat himself of the Remedies of his miserable condition, he did not adjourn the use of them to a late uncertain Futurity, which seldom or never succeeds well.
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Will they say indeed, that they never had any Call to Repentance? Will they pretend, that there was never offer'd them any Opportunity to be acquainted with Christ? Alas!
Will they say indeed, that they never had any Call to Repentance? Will they pretend, that there was never offered them any Opportunity to be acquainted with christ? Alas!
how oft has Christ been Crucified before their Eyes, in the Ministry of the Word? How oft have they seen him in the Sacrament bleeding for their sins? Have they not had Line upon Line, and Precept upon Precept? Have they not had private and publick Admonitions? How many National Judgments and Calamities have call'd aloud for their Humiliation? How many publick Mercies and Deliverances have invited them to the Duty? Sure,
how oft has christ been crucified before their Eyes, in the Ministry of the Word? How oft have they seen him in the Sacrament bleeding for their Sins? Have they not had Line upon Line, and Precept upon Precept? Have they not had private and public Admonitions? How many National Judgments and Calamities have called aloud for their Humiliation? How many public mercies and Deliverances have invited them to the Duty? Sure,
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They cannot at the Hour of Death expect any Comfort or Consolation from his Example. 2dly, Consider how remarkable, how wonderful, how extraordinary the Repentance of this Thief was.
They cannot At the Hour of Death expect any Comfort or Consolation from his Exampl. 2dly, Consider how remarkable, how wondered, how extraordinary the Repentance of this Thief was.
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And now, I pray, what Comfort is there in this Example for such Presumptuous sinners amongst us, who put off their Repentance to the time of Sickness? How rarely do we find in them such a deep sense of their Sins, and a serious Humiliation for them? How lame are their Confessions,
And now, I pray, what Comfort is there in this Exampl for such Presumptuous Sinners among us, who put off their Repentance to the time of Sickness? How rarely do we find in them such a deep sense of their Sins, and a serious Humiliation for them? How lame Are their Confessions,
before they can extort a slender acknowledgment of their Faults. Tho' they have sinned in an impudent manner, and never were ashamed to dishonour God, and affront their Saviour;
before they can extort a slender acknowledgment of their Faults. Though they have sinned in an impudent manner, and never were ashamed to dishonour God, and affront their Saviour;
See how his Compassion to his Soul displays it self, in his passionate Expostulation with him? What, saith he, dost thou not fear God? Is this a time for thee to revile this Innocent Person, who has done nothing amiss? It would better become thee to reflect upon thy former Life, to call thy past Sins to remembrance,
See how his Compassion to his Soul displays it self, in his passionate Expostulation with him? What, Says he, dost thou not Fear God? Is this a time for thee to revile this Innocent Person, who has done nothing amiss? It would better become thee to reflect upon thy former Life, to call thy past Sins to remembrance,
Tho' they have delighted formerly in putting the Bottle to their Neighbours mouth, and even gloried when they have been able to drink them into Brutes:
Though they have delighted formerly in putting the Bottle to their Neighbours Mouth, and even gloried when they have been able to drink them into Brutus's:
yet in their sickness, how seldom do they send for their boon Companions? How seldom do they endeavour to rid their Souls of the guilt of other Mens sins? If their Brethren in Iniquity come at any time unsent for,
yet in their sickness, how seldom do they send for their boon Sodales? How seldom do they endeavour to rid their Souls of the guilt of other Men's Sins? If their Brothers in Iniquity come At any time unsent for,
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and have so much Civility as to Visit them in their sickness, how frothy, at least how unseasonable is their Discourse? When do we hear them reminding them of their former Debaucheries, telling them the danger of them,
and have so much Civility as to Visit them in their sickness, how frothy, At lest how unseasonable is their Discourse? When do we hear them reminding them of their former Debaucheries, telling them the danger of them,
and by ghostly Admonitions labouring to draw them out of the snare of the Devil? And since they are so unlike this penitent Thief, in their Charity for the Souls of others, they have little reason to encourage themselves by his Example. But,
and by ghostly Admonitions labouring to draw them out of the snare of the devil? And since they Are so unlike this penitent Thief, in their Charity for the Souls of Others, they have little reason to encourage themselves by his Exampl. But,
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3dly, Consider farther, what a strong prodigious Faith did live and act in this penitent Thief when he was a dying? We find in the Text, he believed Christ to have been a Iust Person, even when he was numbred among Transgressors:
3dly, Consider farther, what a strong prodigious Faith did live and act in this penitent Thief when he was a dying? We find in the Text, he believed christ to have been a Just Person, even when he was numbered among Transgressors:
He pronounces that our Saviour had done nothing amiss, notwithstanding the great Sanhedrim had pronounc'd him worthy of Death, yea, the Death of the Cross,
He pronounces that our Saviour had done nothing amiss, notwithstanding the great Sanhedrim had pronounced him worthy of Death, yea, the Death of the Cross,
and at the very time of his Ascension, putting this foolish Question to him, Lord, Wilt thou at this time restore again the Kingdom unto Israel, Act. 1. 6. But this penitent Thief desires no Earthly Glories;
and At the very time of his Ascension, putting this foolish Question to him, Lord, Wilt thou At this time restore again the Kingdom unto Israel, Act. 1. 6. But this penitent Thief Desires no Earthly Glories;
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for it seems he believed Christ to have been both able and willing to save him, which is in effect, to own him for a Mediatour: Hence we find him making solemn and earnest Addresses to him for Mercy;
for it seems he believed christ to have been both able and willing to save him, which is in Effect, to own him for a Mediator: Hence we find him making solemn and earnest Addresses to him for Mercy;
One would think these Circumstances which I have mention'd, namely, his deep Sense of his Sins, his humble Confession of them, his Charity to the Soul of his Fellow Thief,
One would think these circumstances which I have mentioned, namely, his deep Sense of his Sins, his humble Confessi of them, his Charity to the Soul of his Fellow Thief,
I say, one would think these Circumstances so wonderful, and so extraordinary, that they were sufficient of themselves to evidence the sincerity of his Repentance, how short soever it was;
I say, one would think these circumstances so wondered, and so extraordinary, that they were sufficient of themselves to evidence the sincerity of his Repentance, how short soever it was;
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and yet by way of Overplus, we have the Testimony of our Saviour himself concerning it, This day, saith our Saviour, thou shalt be with me in Paradise.
and yet by Way of Overplus, we have the Testimony of our Saviour himself Concerning it, This day, Says our Saviour, thou shalt be with me in Paradise.
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And now let us enquire, what matter of Comfort here can be for the bold Daring Sinners of the Times? Have they any reason to expect such a lively, vigorous,
And now let us inquire, what matter of Comfort Here can be for the bold Daring Sinners of the Times? Have they any reason to expect such a lively, vigorous,
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and extraordinary Faith? Or is it possible they should be so well assured of the sincerity of their Repentance? The Age of Miracles did expire long ago,
and extraordinary Faith? Or is it possible they should be so well assured of the sincerity of their Repentance? The Age of Miracles did expire long ago,
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and God having abundantly confirmed the Truths of the Gospel by mighty Signs and Wonders, did resolve to leave the succeeding Ages of the Church to the ordinary Means of Grace.
and God having abundantly confirmed the Truths of the Gospel by mighty Signs and Wonders, did resolve to leave the succeeding Ages of the Church to the ordinary Means of Grace.
How then can we expect at the Hour of Death, to find such a wonderful Faith wrought in those profligate Wretches, who have all their Life time despised Gods Ministers, quenched all the Motions of his Holy Spirit, trampled on the Blood of the New Covenant,
How then can we expect At the Hour of Death, to find such a wondered Faith wrought in those profligate Wretches, who have all their Life time despised God's Ministers, quenched all the Motions of his Holy Spirit, trampled on the Blood of the New Covenant,
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and shamefully abused all the ordinary Methods and Dispensations of the Gospel? And as we cannot expect to find in the Clinicks of the Age such a prodigious and extraordinary Faith,
and shamefully abused all the ordinary Methods and Dispensations of the Gospel? And as we cannot expect to find in the Clinics of the Age such a prodigious and extraordinary Faith,
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found no place for Repentance? Did not Iudas run to the Scribes and Pharisees? Did he not confess publickly, that he had betrayed the Innocent Blood? Nay, did he not throw down the Thirty peices of Silver? And sure if he had not been in earnest, such a Covetous Wretch would never have parted with his Mony;
found no place for Repentance? Did not Iudas run to the Scribes and Pharisees? Did he not confess publicly, that he had betrayed the Innocent Blood? Nay, did he not throw down the Thirty Pieces of Silver? And sure if he had not been in earnest, such a Covetous Wretch would never have parted with his Money;
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Nay, let me add yet farther, that sad Experience has set its Seal to this Observation, That many such Penitents, who have made the most solemn Protestations of better Obedience in the time of their Sickness;
Nay, let me add yet farther, that sad Experience has Set its Seal to this Observation, That many such Penitents, who have made the most solemn Protestations of better obedience in the time of their Sickness;
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if we consider those great and extraordinary Temptations he had to grapple with. Christ was now in his worst Estate, in the very lowest degree of his Humiliation;
if we Consider those great and extraordinary Temptations he had to grapple with. christ was now in his worst Estate, in the very lowest degree of his Humiliation;
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And can now the Clinicks of the Age shew us any such extraordinary Repentance? Is Christ now under the same Circumstances of Pain and Ignominy that he was then? Do not all our Creeds tell us that he is now at the Right Hand of God? That He is made the Head of all things both in Heaven and in Earth:
And can now the Clinics of the Age show us any such extraordinary Repentance? Is christ now under the same circumstances of Pain and Ignominy that he was then? Do not all our Creeds tell us that he is now At the Right Hand of God? That He is made the Head of all things both in Heaven and in Earth:
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And will it be any such heroick Act of Faith now to seek unto such a Glorious and Triumphant Saviour? Sure there is a vast difference between the case of the Thief,
And will it be any such heroic Act of Faith now to seek unto such a Glorious and Triumphant Saviour? Sure there is a vast difference between the case of the Thief,
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It may possibly deserve your serious observation, that God Almighty did always something extraordinary to grace the several Passages of our Saviours Mediatorship.
It may possibly deserve your serious observation, that God Almighty did always something extraordinary to grace the several Passages of our Saviors Mediatorship.
The Holy Martyr Ignatius has left it upon Record, that those very Saints who were with our Saviour at Easter, had a share also in his Ascention upon Holy-Thursday.
The Holy Martyr Ignatius has left it upon Record, that those very Saints who were with our Saviour At Easter, had a share also in his Ascension upon Holy-Thursday.
What wonder then if we find one Penitent Thief converted, in a miraculous manner, to grace his Crucifixion? Christ was now triumphing over Principalities and Powers;
What wonder then if we find one Penitent Thief converted, in a miraculous manner, to grace his Crucifixion? christ was now triumphing over Principalities and Powers;
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That therefore he should bear off the Field, the prey which he had taken out of the Jaws of the Enemy, was no more than was due to the solemnity of his Triumphs.
That Therefore he should bear off the Field, the prey which he had taken out of the Jaws of the Enemy, was no more than was due to the solemnity of his Triumphos.
it was, saith Grotius, an unusual Ray of Divinity, which darting, at this time, into the Thiefs heart, wrought such strange and wonderful Repentance in him.
it was, Says Grotius, an unusual Ray of Divinity, which darting, At this time, into the Thieves heart, wrought such strange and wondered Repentance in him.
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And indeed the Conclusion will run thus high, if we lay all the premised circumstances together, that the Grace of God should work in this Thief such a deep sense of his sin;
And indeed the Conclusion will run thus high, if we lay all the premised Circumstances together, that the Grace of God should work in this Thief such a deep sense of his since;
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yea such a compleat change, all on a sudden, and that without means; yea, as you have heard, against means, and amidst the greatest Temptations to the contrary:
yea such a complete change, all on a sudden, and that without means; yea, as you have herd, against means, and amid the greatest Temptations to the contrary:
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And now, I pray, what comfort can this example afford to the Clinicks of the Age? Do they think that God Almighty is obliged to work Miracles for their Conversion? And yet it is a known Rule in Divinity, that extraordinary Cases must not be made a Rule.
And now, I pray, what Comfort can this Exampl afford to the Clinics of the Age? Do they think that God Almighty is obliged to work Miracles for their Conversion? And yet it is a known Rule in Divinity, that extraordinary Cases must not be made a Rule.
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If thou dost reject the ordinary means of Grace, which God does plentifully afford thee, thou canst not promise thy self extraordinary mercy at the hour of Death:
If thou dost reject the ordinary means of Grace, which God does plentifully afford thee, thou Canst not promise thy self extraordinary mercy At the hour of Death:
First, I shew'd you at large, the last Lords day, that there is no encouragement at all in the Example of the Penitent Theif, for a late Death-bed Repentance.
First, I showed you At large, the last lords day, that there is no encouragement At all in the Exampl of the Penitent Thief, for a late Deathbed Repentance.
This in all probability was the first Call that was ever given to this poor Thief, the first opportunity that was ever offer'd him to be acquainted with Christ;
This in all probability was the First Call that was ever given to this poor Thief, the First opportunity that was ever offered him to be acquainted with christ;
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his great Charity and Compassion for the Soul of the other Thief: a Faith also strange and Prodigious, such as pronounc'd Christ a just and innocent Person,
his great Charity and Compassion for the Soul of the other Thief: a Faith also strange and Prodigious, such as pronounced christ a just and innocent Person,
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such as own'd Christ to have a Kingdom, and that a Kingdom of another World, such as made him address to Christ for Mercy, own him in his lowest degree of Humiliation,
such as owned christ to have a Kingdom, and that a Kingdom of Another World, such as made him address to christ for Mercy, own him in his lowest degree of Humiliation,
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All the kindness ▪ the Text will allow us to shew unto bold presumptuous sinners, is only to awaken them in the time of their health, to a serious and timely Repentance, from the Dreadful example of the Impenitent Thief.
All the kindness ▪ the Text will allow us to show unto bold presumptuous Sinners, is only to awaken them in the time of their health, to a serious and timely Repentance, from the Dreadful Exampl of the Impenitent Thief.
he dies Reviling and Blaspheming his Saviour, and consequently could not be long from receiving the just but dreadful rewards of such final impenitency.
he die Reviling and Blaspheming his Saviour, and consequently could not be long from receiving the just but dreadful rewards of such final impenitency.
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And therefore, however they live, they earnestly desire they may die like Christians; with Balaam they wish their death may be like the Death of the Righteous;
And Therefore, however they live, they earnestly desire they may die like Christians; with balaam they wish their death may be like the Death of the Righteous;
1st. The madness and folly of putting off Repentance to the time of Sickness, or the hour of Death, will appear if we seriously consider the uncertainty of Death.
1st. The madness and folly of putting off Repentance to the time of Sickness, or the hour of Death, will appear if we seriously Consider the uncertainty of Death.
Were not Zimri and Cosbi smitten in the very Act of their Uncleanness? Were not Ammon and Belshazzar taken in the midst of their drunken Cups? Corah and his factious Crew were swept away in their Rebellion:
Were not Zimri and Cozbi smitten in the very Act of their Uncleanness? Were not Ammon and Belshazzar taken in the midst of their drunken Cups? Corah and his factious Crew were swept away in their Rebellion:
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they will rather think it reasonable to follow our Saviours advice, Mat. 25. 13. Watch, for ye do not know the day nor the hour when the Son of Man cometh.
they will rather think it reasonable to follow our Saviors Advice, Mathew 25. 13. Watch, for you do not know the day nor the hour when the Son of Man comes.
yet how often are they seiz'd on by such kind of Diseases, as render their Repentance a thing impossible? Seneca speaks of a Morbus insanabilis qui animo afficiat,
yet how often Are they seized on by such kind of Diseases, as render their Repentance a thing impossible? Senecca speaks of a Morbus insanabilis qui animo afficiat,
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And tho' he speaks but of one in the singular number, yet Physitians tell of many in their Books, such as the Coma, the Lethargy, the Carus, the Appoplexy, the Catoche, Catalepsiis, Erisipylas, Phrenzy, Mania, and several others.
And though he speaks but of one in the singular number, yet Physicians tell of many in their Books, such as the Coma, the Lethargy, the Carus, the Apoplexy, the Catoche, Catalepsiis, Erisipylas, Frenzy, Mania, and several Others.
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and consequently incapacitate him for any works of Piety and Religion? but supose the sinner should escape such Diseases as these, do not other Diseases render the time of Death a most improper season for the work of Repentance? Let but such a presumptuous Sinner sometimes bestow a visit on his sick Friends and Nieghbours,
and consequently incapacitate him for any works of Piety and Religion? but suppose the sinner should escape such Diseases as these, do not other Diseases render the time of Death a most improper season for the work of Repentance? Let but such a presumptuous Sinner sometime bestow a visit on his sick Friends and Neighbours,
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May he not now see how troubled and disturbed their thoughts are? How uneasie and disturbed their Minds? How strangely doth their Reason and Understanding decay? How fast their Memories and Senses fail them ▪ whilst their Bodies groan under great anguish and extremity of Pain? And is this, think ye, a proper time to prepare for Eternity? is so much Weakness able to wrestle with Principalities and Powers? Is he, who cannot help himself, fit to encounter sin at its greatest strength;
May he not now see how troubled and disturbed their thoughts Are? How uneasy and disturbed their Minds? How strangely does their Reason and Understanding decay? How fast their Memories and Senses fail them ▪ while their Bodies groan under great anguish and extremity of Pain? And is this, think you, a proper time to prepare for Eternity? is so much Weakness able to wrestle with Principalities and Powers? Is he, who cannot help himself, fit to encounter since At its greatest strength;
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and work in himself all the pious habits of the contrary Vertues? We do not ordinarily account them wise Men, who leave their Worldly Affairs to be settled at this time.
and work in himself all the pious habits of the contrary Virtues? We do not ordinarily account them wise Men, who leave their Worldly Affairs to be settled At this time.
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What stupendious folly then will it be to leave all our Spiritual Concerns, matters of everlasting Moment and Importance to be transacted at our dying hour? The best of Men are so indisposed in the time of sickness, that they are unfit to ingage themselves in any Religious Exercises.
What stupendious folly then will it be to leave all our Spiritual Concerns, matters of everlasting Moment and Importance to be transacted At our dying hour? The best of Men Are so indisposed in the time of sickness, that they Are unfit to engage themselves in any Religious Exercises.
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how must sickness indispose the wicked, who never were acquainted with these Religious Exercises before? They of all men are most unfit to set about such Duties as these:
how must sickness indispose the wicked, who never were acquainted with these Religious Exercises before? They of all men Are most unfit to Set about such Duties as these:
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he will tell them the Door of Mercy is now shut upon them, and that God, whom they refused to hear all their life long, will now be as backward to hear them.
he will tell them the Door of Mercy is now shut upon them, and that God, whom they refused to hear all their life long, will now be as backward to hear them.
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if we consider what is required to the compleating and perfecting of Repentance. Now Repentance doth denote our ceasing to do evil, and our learning to do well:
if we Consider what is required to the completing and perfecting of Repentance. Now Repentance does denote our ceasing to do evil, and our learning to do well:
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And this sure must be a work of great difficulty, and consequently of time. For sin, as it grows up by degrees, and gains strength by custom and continuance,
And this sure must be a work of great difficulty, and consequently of time. For since, as it grows up by Degrees, and gains strength by custom and Continuance,
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And believe it, we will find it a work of time and difficulty too, to correct our impetuous inclinations, to render our sensual Appetites obsequious to Reason, our Passions regular and steddy,
And believe it, we will find it a work of time and difficulty too, to correct our impetuous inclinations, to render our sensual Appetites obsequious to Reason, our Passion regular and steady,
no, it is a tender and delicate Plant, it grows but slowly, it needs much pains to cultivate it, much care to guard it, much time to mature it, especially in the untoward Soil of corrupt Nature,
no, it is a tender and delicate Plant, it grows but slowly, it needs much pains to cultivate it, much care to guard it, much time to mature it, especially in the untoward Soil of corrupt Nature,
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and render them in some sort perfect by his favourable Acceptance. One thing more I shall add unto this Head, which you may learn from Rom. 2. 7. where St. Paul tells us, that we must by patient continuance in well doing, seek for glory, and honour, and immortality.
and render them in Some sort perfect by his favourable Acceptance. One thing more I shall add unto this Head, which you may Learn from Rom. 2. 7. where Saint Paul tells us, that we must by patient Continuance in well doing, seek for glory, and honour, and immortality.
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but since this Sorrow proceeds more from fear of Punishment, than any real love of God and Vertue, it cannot be that Godly Sorrow, which worketh Repentance to Salvation, never to be repented of.
but since this Sorrow proceeds more from Fear of Punishment, than any real love of God and Virtue, it cannot be that Godly Sorrow, which works Repentance to Salvation, never to be repented of.
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and such Penitents, when by God's Mercy they have been restor'd to their former Health, notwithstanding all their Protestations, have with the Dog returned to their Vomits,
and such Penitents, when by God's Mercy they have been restored to their former Health, notwithstanding all their Protestations, have with the Dog returned to their Vomits,
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And have we any reason then, to look on such Resolutions as these to be hearty Repentances? Besides, a Resolution to repent and amend, is not properly to Repent and Amend.
And have we any reason then, to look on such Resolutions as these to be hearty Repentances? Beside, a Resolution to Repent and amend, is not properly to repent and Amend.
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Suppose a man resolves to learn the Art of Sailing, does this Resolution presently make him a skilful Mariner? No more does a Resolution to repent and amend, make a true Penitent or honest Christian:
Suppose a man resolves to Learn the Art of Sailing, does this Resolution presently make him a skilful Mariner? No more does a Resolution to Repent and amend, make a true Penitent or honest Christian:
and since Corrupt Nature is more opposite to the Art of Living-well, than to any other, it is impossible it should be attained by a bare unactive Resolution.
and since Corrupt Nature is more opposite to the Art of Living well, than to any other, it is impossible it should be attained by a bore unactive Resolution.
But if this Fancy of theirs be vain, the delaying of Repentance till the Hour of Death, must needs be a thing most dangerous, and in some sort impossible.
But if this Fancy of theirs be vain, the delaying of Repentance till the Hour of Death, must needs be a thing most dangerous, and in Some sort impossible.
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now during this time he sent unto them Noah, a Preacher of Righteousness: Besides those Admonitions and frequent Calls the Holy Man gave them to repent, his very building the Ark, was a constant daily Sermon to them;
now during this time he sent unto them Noah, a Preacher of Righteousness: Beside those Admonitions and frequent Calls the Holy Man gave them to Repent, his very building the Ark, was a constant daily Sermon to them;
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but with a dreadful Deluge swept them all away. In Luc. 19. 41, 42. we find our Saviour weeping over Ierusalem, and declaring their wretched Condition in such like doleful Accents as these:
but with a dreadful Deluge swept them all away. In Luke 19. 41, 42. we find our Saviour weeping over Ierusalem, and declaring their wretched Condition in such like doleful Accents as these:
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when notwithstanding the frequent Admonitions of his Father, and solemn Remembrances of Heaven, he added sin to sin, till at last, he fill'd up the Measure of his Iniquity, by murdering Righteous Abel; His season of Grace was then gone,
when notwithstanding the frequent Admonitions of his Father, and solemn Remembrances of Heaven, he added since to since, till At last, he filled up the Measure of his Iniquity, by murdering Righteous Abel; His season of Grace was then gone,
Another Instance we have in Esau, whom the Apostle styles a Prophane Person: He was an idle, unprofitable Fellow, one who spent too much of his time in Gaming and impertinent Recreations;
another Instance we have in Esau, whom the Apostle styles a Profane Person: He was an idle, unprofitable Fellow, one who spent too much of his time in Gaming and impertinent Recreations;
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and to all his other sins he added, the felling of his Birthright, on which were entailed all the Blessings of Heaven; and this indeed shewed him to be a Prophane Person with a witness? one that preferr'd his Sports and Recreations before God and his Religion.
and to all his other Sins he added, the felling of his Birthright, on which were entailed all the Blessings of Heaven; and this indeed showed him to be a Profane Person with a witness? one that preferred his Sports and Recreations before God and his Religion.
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come this day to the Holy Sacrament, and there vow and swear, that thou wilt hereafter keep all Gods Righteous Iudgments. I shall conclude all with the excellent Advice of the Son of Sirach: Say not, God's Mercy is great,
come this day to the Holy Sacrament, and there Voelli and swear, that thou wilt hereafter keep all God's Righteous Judgments. I shall conclude all with the excellent advice of the Son of Sirach: Say not, God's Mercy is great,
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as the Prophet Esay tells us, was numbred with the Transgressors, Chap. 53. 12. Now one of these Malefactors begins to rail on our Saviour, saying, If thou be the Christ, save thy self and us, vers. 39. It is an Argument of desperate Wickedness, to insult over such as are in Misery;
as the Prophet Isaiah tells us, was numbered with the Transgressors, Chap. 53. 12. Now one of these Malefactors begins to rail on our Saviour, saying, If thou be the christ, save thy self and us, vers. 39. It is an Argument of desperate Wickedness, to insult over such as Are in Misery;
And therefore the other Malefactor rebukes him, ver. 40. saying, Dost not thou fear God, especially since thou art in the same Condemnation? Such as are in Prosperity do ordinarily forget God,
And Therefore the other Malefactor rebukes him, ver. 40. saying, Dost not thou Fear God, especially since thou art in the same Condemnation? Such as Are in Prosperity do ordinarily forget God,
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but he also acknowledges his Fault, aud patiently submits to the Punishment, as a just reward of his evil deeds, ver. 41. If such scandalous persons that are amongst us, would,
but he also acknowledges his Fault, and patiently submits to the Punishment, as a just reward of his evil Deeds, ver. 41. If such scandalous Persons that Are among us, would,
And as this poor Thief gives such ample demonstrations of his sincere Repentance; so he gives also very good proof of a true and stedfast Faith in Christ;
And as this poor Thief gives such ample demonstrations of his sincere Repentance; so he gives also very good proof of a true and steadfast Faith in christ;
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Nay farther, he owns Christ upon the Cross, and when in the lowest degree of his state of Humiliation, even when all the Iews were mocking and persecuting him;
Nay farther, he owns christ upon the Cross, and when in the lowest degree of his state of Humiliation, even when all the Iews were mocking and persecuting him;
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But how rare is it, that God does give such Presumptuous sinners so much Grace in the time of their Sickness? How seldom do they give such ample demonstrations of their Faith, Humility,
But how rare is it, that God does give such Presumptuous Sinners so much Grace in the time of their Sickness? How seldom do they give such ample demonstrations of their Faith, Humility,
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First, They assure us, That pious Souls are immediately admitted to the actual possession of Happiness, upon their departure from the Body: To Day, saith Christ.
First, They assure us, That pious Souls Are immediately admitted to the actual possession of Happiness, upon their departure from the Body: To Day, Says christ.
There are a sort of Men in the World they call Psychoparruychites, who hold, that the Soul, after its departure from the Body, sleeps all the while till the General Resurrection,
There Are a sort of Men in the World they call Psychoparruychites, who hold, that the Soul, After its departure from the Body, sleeps all the while till the General Resurrection,
But it is plain from the Text, that the Souls of Good men are immediately, after their departure from the Body, admitted to the actual possession of Eternal happiness:
But it is plain from the Text, that the Souls of Good men Are immediately, After their departure from the Body, admitted to the actual possession of Eternal happiness:
I shall add but one Text more, which you'l find, Phil. 1. 21, 22. I am in a strait betwixt two, saith St. Paul, having a desire to depart and to be with Christ, which is far better.
I shall add but one Text more, which You'll find, Philip 1. 21, 22. I am in a strait betwixt two, Says Saint Paul, having a desire to depart and to be with christ, which is Far better.
That therefore nothing may be wanting to compleat the happiness of the Paradise above, St. Paul, Heb. 12. 22. gives us a large Catalogue of that Glorious Company we shall converse with in Heaven;
That Therefore nothing may be wanting to complete the happiness of the Paradise above, Saint Paul, Hebrew 12. 22. gives us a large Catalogue of that Glorious Company we shall converse with in Heaven;
Now such Glorious Company cannot but make the Happiness of Paradise exceeding great, as will appear more at large by considering in particular what it is to be,
Now such Glorious Company cannot but make the Happiness of Paradise exceeding great, as will appear more At large by considering in particular what it is to be,
How was righteous Lot vexed daily with the filthy Conversation of the Sodomites? How does David mourn, that he was forced to dwell in Mesech, and sojourn in the Tents of Kedar? The good Man whilst he lives in this World, has his Eyes daily bloodshot with Murders;
How was righteous Lot vexed daily with the filthy Conversation of the Sodomites? How does David mourn, that he was forced to dwell in Mesech, and sojourn in the Tents of Kedar? The good Man while he lives in this World, has his Eyes daily bloodshot with Murders;
his Ears unhallowed with Oaths and Blasphemies; his Nostrils offended with the Drunkards Vomits; and his Memory made too often the Cabinet of vain frothy or obscene Discourses;
his Ears unhallowed with Oaths and Blasphemies; his Nostrils offended with the Drunkards Vomits; and his Memory made too often the Cabinet of vain frothy or obscene Discourses;
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Here there will be no Murderers, no Whoremongers, no Drunkards, no Dogs to molest them, Rev. 22. 15. In the Heavenly Canaan there will be no Canaanites to be pricks in their Eyes, and Thorns in their Sides:
Here there will be no Murderers, no Whoremongers, no Drunkards, no Dogs to molest them, Rev. 22. 15. In the Heavenly Canaan there will be no Canaanites to be pricks in their Eyes, and Thorns in their Sides:
and the matter of their Discourse hapned to be, Whether they should know one another in Heaven? Whether the Father should know his Child, a Husband his Wife,
and the matter of their Discourse happened to be, Whither they should know one Another in Heaven? Whither the Father should know his Child, a Husband his Wife,
tho' never acquainted with them upon Earth? This therefore is one part of the Happiness of the Godly in Heaven, they shall see Abraham, Isaac and Iacob, in the Kingdom of God,
though never acquainted with them upon Earth? This Therefore is one part of the Happiness of the Godly in Heaven, they shall see Abraham, Isaac and Iacob, in the Kingdom of God,
Here a Nazianzin shall repeat the embraces of his beloved Basil, a David for ever enjoy his Dearest Ionathan, and the Pious Soul possess what Socrates could of old but wish for;
Here a Nazianzin shall repeat the embraces of his Beloved Basil, a David for ever enjoy his Dearest Ionathan, and the Pious Soul possess what Socrates could of old but wish for;
namely, the intimate converses of all those Brave Heroes who have gone thither before him. And you'l easily believe there shall be most sweet Communion among the Saints in Heaven,
namely, the intimate converses of all those Brave Heroes who have gone thither before him. And You'll Easily believe there shall be most sweet Communion among the Saints in Heaven,
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when you have considered the important Phrase, by which it is exprest, Mat. 8. 11. And I say unto you, that many shall come from the East and West, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the Kingdom of Heaven.
when you have considered the important Phrase, by which it is expressed, Mathew 8. 11. And I say unto you, that many shall come from the East and West, and shall fit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the Kingdom of Heaven.
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Hence also we read, Luke 16. 22. That Lazarus was carried by the Angels into Abrahams Bosom. It was the manner of the Iews, when they feasted, to lean in the Bosom one of another:
Hence also we read, Lycia 16. 22. That Lazarus was carried by the Angels into Abrahams Bosom. It was the manner of the Iews, when they feasted, to lean in the Bosom one of Another:
they are constantly entertained with the Supper of the Lamb; and consequently must needs have sweet and ravishing Society and Communion each with other.
they Are constantly entertained with the Supper of the Lamb; and consequently must needs have sweet and ravishing Society and Communion each with other.
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And how does this inhance the Happiness of Paradise above? Ask your own experience, what sweetness you have found in their Conversation here below? Did not King David account them the most excellent Persons upon Earth,
And how does this inhance the Happiness of Paradise above? Ask your own experience, what sweetness you have found in their Conversation Here below? Did not King David account them the most excellent Persons upon Earth,
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How much more abundantly shall we be satisfied with their Company and Conversation in Heaven? Alas, here the very best of men have so many Imperfections,
How much more abundantly shall we be satisfied with their Company and Conversation in Heaven? Alas, Here the very best of men have so many Imperfections,
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and how great must this Happiness needs be? When Christs Disciples, at the Transfiguration enjoyed the Company only of Moses and Elias, they were so well satisfied with it, that they cried out bonum est nobis esse hic, it is good for us to be here.
and how great must this Happiness needs be? When Christ Disciples, At the Transfiguration enjoyed the Company only of Moses and Elias, they were so well satisfied with it, that they cried out bonum est nobis esse hic, it is good for us to be Here.
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The Seraphims and Cherubims are continually Blessing and Praising God; and their Heavenly Harmony consists of ten thousand times ten thousand various Voices.
The Seraphims and Cherubims Are continually Blessing and Praising God; and their Heavenly Harmony consists of ten thousand times ten thousand various Voices.
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This is the true Musick of the Sphears, and it will certainly be most ravishing, since it is performed by such vast numbers of such Glorious Choristers.
This is the true Music of the Spheres, and it will Certainly be most ravishing, since it is performed by such vast numbers of such Glorious Choristers.
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To this purpose is our Saviours Prayer, John 17. 24. Father, I will, that they also whom thou hast given me, may be with me, where I am, that they may behold my Glory, which thou hast given me.
To this purpose is our Saviors Prayer, John 17. 24. Father, I will, that they also whom thou hast given me, may be with me, where I am, that they may behold my Glory, which thou hast given me.
How great will our Happiness be, when we shall behold all Christs Glory? When we shall see him sitting at the Right Hand of Power, highly exalted above every Name;
How great will our Happiness be, when we shall behold all Christ Glory? When we shall see him sitting At the Right Hand of Power, highly exalted above every Name;
How great will that Blessedness be, when we shall see him in his State of Glory and Exaltation? It will be the business of God's Saints in Heaven, eternally to follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth,
How great will that Blessedness be, when we shall see him in his State of Glory and Exaltation? It will be the business of God's Saints in Heaven, eternally to follow the Lamb whithersoever he Goes,
And if the presence of God be thus able to convert even Hell it self into Heaven, the enjoyment of this will certainly make Heaven become what it is styled in Scripture, an Heaven of Heavens. This therefore is the Flower of Joy, the Quintessence of Comfort, the Crown of Blessedness,
And if the presence of God be thus able to convert even Hell it self into Heaven, the enjoyment of this will Certainly make Heaven become what it is styled in Scripture, an Heaven of Heavens. This Therefore is the Flower of Joy, the Quintessence of Comfort, the Crown of Blessedness,
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But because so Copious, so Pleasant, and so edifying a Subject does deserve better than to be lightly toucht in the close of a Sermon, I shall reserve the fuller handling of it till the next opportunity.
But Because so Copious, so Pleasant, and so edifying a Subject does deserve better than to be lightly touched in the close of a Sermon, I shall reserve the fuller handling of it till the next opportunity.
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When therefore ye go home, meditate on the Lessons, and other Portions of Scripture which our Church this day recommends to your serious consideration:
When Therefore you go home, meditate on the Lessons, and other Portions of Scripture which our Church this day recommends to your serious consideration:
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SERMON IX. Luke xxiv. 43. To day shalt thou be with me in Paradise. I Have formerly made some entrance upon these Words, and hope now to finish them. The Method I proposed was,
SERMON IX. Luke xxiv. 43. To day shalt thou be with me in Paradise. I Have formerly made Some Entrance upon these Words, and hope now to finish them. The Method I proposed was,
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There are a sort of Men in the World they call Psycho-pannicletes, who hold, the Soul after its separation from the Body, sleeps all the while till the general Resurrection,
There Are a sort of Men in the World they call Psycho-pannicletes, who hold, the Soul After its separation from the Body, sleeps all the while till the general Resurrection,
I named several Texts for the clearing of this Truth, but I shall only name one of them at this time, which you will find, Phil. 1. 21, 22. I am in a strait betwixt two, saith St. Paul having a desire to depart,
I nam several Texts for the clearing of this Truth, but I shall only name one of them At this time, which you will find, Philip 1. 21, 22. I am in a strait betwixt two, Says Saint Paul having a desire to depart,
To this purpose is that, Matt. 8. 11. Many shall come from the East, and from the West, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob in the Kingdom of Heaven.
To this purpose is that, Matt. 8. 11. Many shall come from the East, and from the West, and shall fit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob in the Kingdom of Heaven.
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And this sure does not only denote their mutual Knowledge each of other, but also the highest Caresses of Love and Friendship, such as this Metaphor of feasting is used in Scripture to denote.
And this sure does not only denote their mutual Knowledge each of other, but also the highest Caresses of Love and Friendship, such as this Metaphor of feasting is used in Scripture to denote.
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Yea, on the contray, they shall be adorned with all those Excellencies and Advantages which are requisite to make their Society most pleasant and desirable.
Yea, on the country, they shall be adorned with all those Excellencies and Advantages which Are requisite to make their Society most pleasant and desirable.
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And indeed we find the Disciples, at the Transfiguration, were so satisfied with the Company of Moses and Elias, two of these Glorious Inhabitants of Heaven, that they presently cry out, it is good for us to be here, and would have built Tabernacles,
And indeed we find the Disciples, At the Transfiguration, were so satisfied with the Company of Moses and Elias, two of these Glorious Inhabitants of Heaven, that they presently cry out, it is good for us to be Here, and would have built Tabernacles,
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2. We shall not only enjoy the Society of Saints, but of Angels too, So I have shewn you already, from Heb. 12. 22. where it is said, We shall come to an innumerable Company of Angels.
2. We shall not only enjoy the Society of Saints, but of Angels too, So I have shown you already, from Hebrew 12. 22. where it is said, We shall come to an innumerable Company of Angels.
To this purpose is that Prayer of our Saviour, Ioh. 17. 24. Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory which thou hast given me.
To this purpose is that Prayer of our Saviour, John 17. 24. Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory which thou hast given me.
We shall there see Christ sitting on the Right hand of Power, highly exalted above Seraphims and Cherubims; and the sight of all this Glory will rejoyce us the more,
We shall there see christ sitting on the Right hand of Power, highly exalted above Seraphims and Cherubims; and the sighed of all this Glory will rejoice us the more,
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St. Paul therefore giving a full Catalogue of that glorious Company we shall enjoy in Heaven, tells us, Heb. 12. 22, 23. that we shall not only come to the General Assembly of the First-born, and to an innumerable Company of Angels, and to Iesus, the Mediatour of the New-Covenant;
Saint Paul Therefore giving a full Catalogue of that glorious Company we shall enjoy in Heaven, tells us, Hebrew 12. 22, 23. that we shall not only come to the General Assembly of the Firstborn, and to an innumerable Company of Angels, and to Iesus, the Mediator of the New-covenant;
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Knowledge was the fairest Fruit that ever grew in the Earthly Paradise; and we cannot imagin the Paradise above should be compleat and perfect without it.
Knowledge was the Fairest Fruit that ever grew in the Earthly Paradise; and we cannot imagine the Paradise above should be complete and perfect without it.
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Knowledge is so sweet and pleasant to the Soul, that the Roman Oratour calls it, Naturale Anim• pabulum, the most grateful and palatable Food of the Soul. It is dearer to us, saith Aristotle, than our Eyes, which are usually wasted and worn away in pursuits after it.
Knowledge is so sweet and pleasant to the Soul, that the Roman Orator calls it, Natural Anim• pabulum, the most grateful and palatable Food of the Soul. It is Dearer to us, Says Aristotle, than our Eyes, which Are usually wasted and worn away in pursuits After it.
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Now as Knowledge in the general is thus sweet and pleasant to the Soul, so the nobler the Objects are which we know, the sweeter and more pleasant must the Knowledge be.
Now as Knowledge in the general is thus sweet and pleasant to the Soul, so the Nobler the Objects Are which we know, the Sweeten and more pleasant must the Knowledge be.
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He is Infinite in Perfections, and therefore to have a clear and perfect Knowledge of his Infinite and Divine Perfections, must needs make a considerable part of our future happiness.
He is Infinite in Perfections, and Therefore to have a clear and perfect Knowledge of his Infinite and Divine Perfections, must needs make a considerable part of our future happiness.
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like the Spouse in the Canticles, seeks her Beloved only in the dark, beholds his Backparts in the Glass of his Creatures, reads a little more of him in the Holy Scripture, and tastes a litle more of him in his Comfortable Ordinances; yet still she sees him but darkly,
like the Spouse in the Canticles, seeks her beloved only in the dark, beholds his Back parts in the Glass of his Creatures, reads a little more of him in the Holy Scripture, and tastes a little more of him in his Comfortable Ordinances; yet still she sees him but darkly,
No, we shall then have a Positive Knowledge of him, and as St. Iohn phrases it, see him even as he is, 1 Joh. 3. 2. What strange Expressions are these!
No, we shall then have a Positive Knowledge of him, and as Saint John phrases it, see him even as he is, 1 John 3. 2. What strange Expressions Are these!
but we shall see him with our Eyes, yea, and we shall see him as he is, in all that wonderful Glory, which is the Light and Sun of the highest Heavens.
but we shall see him with our Eyes, yea, and we shall see him as he is, in all that wondered Glory, which is the Light and Sun of the highest Heavens.
but when she came and saw his Person, heard his incomparable Wisdom, and had been an happy Spectator of all the Pomp and Royal Magnificence of his Court, she was then sweetly astonished,
but when she Come and saw his Person, herd his incomparable Wisdom, and had been an happy Spectator of all the Pomp and Royal Magnificence of his Court, she was then sweetly astonished,
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when she shall behold the Attendance of his Throne, even ten thousand times ten thousand Angels and comprehend all those ineffable Glories, which neither Eye hath seen,
when she shall behold the Attendance of his Throne, even ten thousand times ten thousand Angels and comprehend all those ineffable Glories, which neither Eye hath seen,
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but a fairer prospect of the Heavenly Canaan: but we are assured in Scripture, that we shall not only see this Land of Promise, but we shall taste the Milk and the Hony of it:
but a Fairer prospect of the Heavenly Canaan: but we Are assured in Scripture, that we shall not only see this Land of Promise, but we shall taste the Milk and the Honey of it:
Now what strange Expressions to this purpose are those which we read, Rev. 19. 9. where the Angel bids S. Iohn write thus, Blessed are they which are called to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.
Now what strange Expressions to this purpose Are those which we read, Rev. 19. 9. where the Angel bids S. John write thus, Blessed Are they which Are called to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.
but the happiness of Heaven is here set forth, not only by the Metaphor of a Supper, but also of a Marriage Supper, to denote that more intimate and pleasant enjoyment of God and Christ the Saints may expect in Heaven:
but the happiness of Heaven is Here Set forth, not only by the Metaphor of a Supper, but also of a Marriage Supper, to denote that more intimate and pleasant enjoyment of God and christ the Saints may expect in Heaven:
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Tho' this which I last mention'd, be a most comfortable Text, yet, I think, you'l find one fuller to this purpose, Luk. 12. 37. Blessed are those Servants, whom the Lord when he cometh shall find watching:
Though this which I last mentioned, be a most comfortable Text, yet, I think, You'll find one fuller to this purpose, Luk. 12. 37. Blessed Are those Servants, whom the Lord when he comes shall find watching:
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Here again the happiness of Heaven is set forth by the Metaphor of a Feast; and our Saviour alludes to those Feasts among the Romans, which they called their Saturnalia; when the Masters were obliged to provide sumptuous Feasts for their Servants,
Here again the happiness of Heaven is Set forth by the Metaphor of a Feast; and our Saviour alludes to those Feasts among the Roman, which they called their Saturnalia; when the Masters were obliged to provide sumptuous Feasts for their Servants,
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But in the other World, the happiness of the Godly will be so great, and so infinite, that Angels being but finite Creatures, cannot serve any longer as Conduits, to convey it to them:
But in the other World, the happiness of the Godly will be so great, and so infinite, that Angels being but finite Creatures, cannot serve any longer as Conduits, to convey it to them:
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Had our Saviour took the Penitent Thief along with him, when he descended into Hell, there to have seen him Triumph over Principalities and Powers, and all our spiritual Enemies, this had been a blessed and most pleasant sight:
Had our Saviour took the Penitent Thief along with him, when he descended into Hell, there to have seen him Triumph over Principalities and Powers, and all our spiritual Enemies, this had been a blessed and most pleasant sighed:
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and there view how God has garnished these upper Regions of the World, how many are those Stars which sparkle there? And they are also, most of them, of such an incredible Magnitude,
and there view how God has garnished these upper Regions of the World, how many Are those Stars which sparkle there? And they Are also, most of them, of such an incredible Magnitude,
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When King Hezekiah had shewn to the Ambassador of Baladan, King of Babylon, the House of his Precious things, his Silver and his Gold, and all his Treasures; we read these finite perishing Treasures, proved Load-stones powerful enough to draw these Babylonians to War against Iudah: How much more ought the infinite Glories of Heaven, which God has revealed in the Scripture, raise such violent Desires in us,
When King Hezekiah had shown to the Ambassador of Baladan, King of Babylon, the House of his Precious things, his Silver and his Gold, and all his Treasures; we read these finite perishing Treasures, proved Loadstones powerful enough to draw these Babylonians to War against Iudah: How much more ought the infinite Glories of Heaven, which God has revealed in the Scripture, raise such violent Desires in us,
I have longed for it, saith Holy David Psal. 119. 81 It is a remarkable Passage of Cornelius a Lapide, upon Gen. 47. where enquiring why the Patriarchs of old were so passionately desirous to have their bones buried in the Land of Canaan, he gives this Reason:
I have longed for it, Says Holy David Psalm 119. 81 It is a remarkable Passage of Cornelius a Lapide, upon Gen. 47. where inquiring why the Patriarchs of old were so passionately desirous to have their bones buried in the Land of Canaan, he gives this Reason:
But such as are true Believers, and sincere Christians, are in Scripture described by this known Periphrasis, of being such as love the appearing of Christ;
But such as Are true Believers, and sincere Christians, Are in Scripture described by this known Periphrasis, of being such as love the appearing of christ;
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such as earnestly groan to be cloathed upon with their House which is from Heaven, and therefore pray often with the Bride in the Revelations, Come Lord Iesus, come quickly.
such as earnestly groan to be clothed upon with their House which is from Heaven, and Therefore pray often with the Bride in the Revelations, Come Lord Iesus, come quickly.
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2dly, If we do earnestly and seriously desire this exceeding great happiness of Paradise, we must be willing to use the Means which will bring us to it.
2dly, If we do earnestly and seriously desire this exceeding great happiness of Paradise, we must be willing to use the Means which will bring us to it.
He that effectually desires the End, desires also the Means which lead unto that End If, with the Thief upon the Cross, we expect after Death to enjoy Christ in Paradise, we must labour to imitate him,
He that effectually Desires the End, Desires also the Means which led unto that End If, with the Thief upon the Cross, we expect After Death to enjoy christ in Paradise, we must labour to imitate him,
Our Saviour tells us, that the wise Merchant in the Gospel had no sooner found a Pearl of great Price, but he presently sold all he had and purchas'd it.
Our Saviour tells us, that the wise Merchant in the Gospel had no sooner found a Pearl of great Price, but he presently sold all he had and purchased it.
It is reported of Camillus, that Famous French Commander, that when he had tasted some of the pleasant Grapes of Italy, he could never be at rest, till he had raised a great Army, and Conquer'd that pleasant Country.
It is reported of Camillus, that Famous French Commander, that when he had tasted Some of the pleasant Grapes of Italy, he could never be At rest, till he had raised a great Army, and Conquered that pleasant Country.
How should this make us restless and unquiet, till we arrive at this happy Country? Should we not now raise all the Forces that we can to fight our Spiritual Enemies,
How should this make us restless and unquiet, till we arrive At this happy Country? Should we not now raise all the Forces that we can to fight our Spiritual Enemies,
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And if thou wilt still indulge thy self in thy Covetousness, Uncleanness, Swearing, Drunkenness, or any other known sin, thou canst never expect to be with Christ in Paradise.
And if thou wilt still indulge thy self in thy Covetousness, Uncleanness, Swearing, drunkenness, or any other known since, thou Canst never expect to be with christ in Paradise.
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THE Office of our Blessed Saviours Mediatorship consists chiefly in three Parts, his Satisfaction, Intercession, and Judging the World at the Last Day.
THE Office of our Blessed Saviors Mediatorship consists chiefly in three Parts, his Satisfaction, Intercession, and Judging the World At the Last Day.
As he purchased Salvation for sinners by dying for them, so he interceeds that this Salvation may be applied unto such as repent sincerely of their sins and believe on his Name.
As he purchased Salvation for Sinners by dying for them, so he intercedes that this Salvation may be applied unto such as Repent sincerely of their Sins and believe on his Name.
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Indeed the Father himself Iudgeth no Man, but hath committed all Iudgment unto the Son, as our Saviour speaks, Iohn 5. 22. and he gives the reason of it vers. 27. because he is the Son of Man As he became the Son of Man, that he might be in a capacity to save the Penitent:
Indeed the Father himself Judgeth no Man, but hath committed all Judgement unto the Son, as our Saviour speaks, John 5. 22. and he gives the reason of it vers. 27. Because he is the Son of Man As he became the Son of Man, that he might be in a capacity to save the Penitent:
First, Let us briefly enquire why Christ is called the Son of Man. Some learned Men observe, that he is called so in the Scriptures more than forty times;
First, Let us briefly inquire why christ is called the Son of Man. some learned Men observe, that he is called so in the Scriptures more than forty times;
It was usual for the Jews to style Princes and Potentates NONLATINALPHABET Sons of strong Men; but such as were poor they styl'd Beni-Adam, Sons of Men.
It was usual for the jews to style Princes and Potentates Sons of strong Men; but such as were poor they styled Beni-Adam, Sons of Men.
Secondly, What is here meant by the sign of the Son of Man. It would spend too much of our time to mention all those conjectures, which learned Men have made concerning this Sign,
Secondly, What is Here meant by the Signen of the Son of Man. It would spend too much of our time to mention all those Conjectures, which learned Men have made Concerning this Signen,
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And that which gives the greatest Authority to this Opinion, is that St. Luke, in the parallel place, interprets it so, Chap. 21. 27. where the word Sign is left out,
And that which gives the greatest authority to this Opinion, is that Saint Lycia, in the parallel place, interprets it so, Chap. 21. 27. where the word Signen is left out,
And St. Mark renders the words the same way, Chap. 13. 26. If therefore St. Mark and St. Luke may be allowed to be as good interpreters of St. Matthew as any other, by the Sign of the Son of Man, we may understand the Son of Man himself, whose Glorious appearance in the Clouds will be a certain infallible sign that the day of Judgment is come.
And Saint Mark renders the words the same Way, Chap. 13. 26. If Therefore Saint Mark and Saint Lycia may be allowed to be as good Interpreters of Saint Matthew as any other, by the Signen of the Son of Man, we may understand the Son of Man himself, whose Glorious appearance in the Clouds will be a certain infallible Signen that the day of Judgement is come.
but the outward administration of it shall be committed to the Son of Man. So we are told expresly in the Text, Then shall ye see the Son of Man coming in the Clouds of Heaven.
but the outward administration of it shall be committed to the Son of Man. So we Are told expressly in the Text, Then shall you see the Son of Man coming in the Clouds of Heaven.
And that we might take the more notice of this Reason, it is repeated again, Chap. 26. 64. where Christ tells his Enemies, that hereafter they shall see the Son of Man sitting on the Right hand of Power,
And that we might take the more notice of this Reason, it is repeated again, Chap. 26. 64. where christ tells his Enemies, that hereafter they shall see the Son of Man sitting on the Right hand of Power,
The Comparison is here made between our Saviour's Ascending into Heaven, and his returning again to Judgment: Ascendit visibiliter, & descendit visibiliter:
The Comparison is Here made between our Saviour's Ascending into Heaven, and his returning again to Judgement: Ascendit visibiliter, & descendit visibiliter:
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The Angels, who were present at our Saviours Ascention, tell his Disciples, Act. 1. 11. that the same Iesus who then ascended into Heaven, should descend in like manner as he then ascended up into Haeven.
The Angels, who were present At our Saviors Ascension, tell his Disciples, Act. 1. 11. that the same Iesus who then ascended into Heaven, should descend in like manner as he then ascended up into Heaven.
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unto such, I say, there will now remain nothing, but a certain fearful looking for of Iudgment and fiery Indignation, which shall devour these Adversaries.
unto such, I say, there will now remain nothing, but a certain fearful looking for of Judgement and fiery Indignation, which shall devour these Adversaries.
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Thus I have dispatch'd the Third General, and shewn you, that this Son of Man must come at the last Day to judge the World, and the Reason of it. I come now,
Thus I have dispatched the Third General, and shown you, that this Son of Man must come At the last Day to judge the World, and the Reason of it. I come now,
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1st, Let us consider the immediate Fore-runners and Harbingers of our Saviour's Second coming. Kings and Princes have their Harbingers, and so has this King of Kings too.
1st, Let us Consider the immediate Forerunners and Harbingers of our Saviour's Second coming. Kings and Princes have their Harbingers, and so has this King of Kings too.
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and the Stars shall fall from Heaven, &c. and then shall appear the sign of the Son of Man. Such Harbingers, such Fore-runners as these, do abundantly declare the glorious coming of our Saviour to Judgment. But,
and the Stars shall fallen from Heaven, etc. and then shall appear the Signen of the Son of Man. Such Harbingers, such Forerunners as these, do abundantly declare the glorious coming of our Saviour to Judgement. But,
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Wherever he goes he carries Day along with him, and therefore when at the Last Day he shall descend from the right Hand of his Father, to that part of the Air where he will fix his Throne, he will appear like a large walking Star, sparkling with beams of Majesty, and dazling Glory.
Wherever he Goes he carries Day along with him, and Therefore when At the Last Day he shall descend from the right Hand of his Father, to that part of the Air where he will fix his Throne, he will appear like a large walking Star, sparkling with beams of Majesty, and dazzling Glory.
St. Iude has Recorded an antient Prophecy of Enoch 's to this purpose, ver. 14, 15. Behold, saith he, the Lord cometh with ten thousand of his Saints, to execute Iudgment upon all and to convince all that are ungodly, of all their ungodly deeds.
Saint Iude has Recorded an ancient Prophecy of Enoch is to this purpose, ver. 14, 15. Behold, Says he, the Lord comes with ten thousand of his Saints, to execute Judgement upon all and to convince all that Are ungodly, of all their ungodly Deeds.
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Now how will the attendance of so many glorious Saints add to the lustre of this great Day? We are told in Scripture, that the Iust shall shine with the brightness of the Sun. What an amazing spectacle then will it be, to see this Son of Man descend from his Imperial Seat, far above all Heavens,
Now how will the attendance of so many glorious Saints add to the lustre of this great Day? We Are told in Scripture, that the Just shall shine with the brightness of the Sun. What an amazing spectacle then will it be, to see this Son of Man descend from his Imperial Seat, Far above all Heavens,
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Well then may our Saviour be said in the Text to come with glory when he shall come attended with all the Host of Heaven, with an inumerable Retinue of glorious Saints and Angels. But this is not all: For,
Well then may our Saviour be said in the Text to come with glory when he shall come attended with all the Host of Heaven, with an innumerable Retinue of glorious Saints and Angels. But this is not all: For,
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According to the transcendant Majesty of his Person, so shall his Throne be, even a Throne of Glory: Hence is that of St. Matth. Chap. 25. 31. When the Son of Man shall come in his glory,
According to the Transcendent Majesty of his Person, so shall his Throne be, even a Throne of Glory: Hence is that of Saint Matthew Chap. 25. 31. When the Son of Man shall come in his glory,
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Now what this Throne of Glory will be, is fairly hinted in the Text, where it is said, that the Son of Man will come at the last Day in the Clouds of Heaven.
Now what this Throne of Glory will be, is fairly hinted in the Text, where it is said, that the Son of Man will come At the last Day in the Clouds of Heaven.
This may farther be gathered from the Testimony of the Angels, Act. 1. 11. where they tell his Disciples at his Ascention, that the same Iesus who was then taken up into Heaven, will so come in like manner,
This may farther be gathered from the Testimony of the Angels, Act. 1. 11. where they tell his Disciples At his Ascension, that the same Iesus who was then taken up into Heaven, will so come in like manner,
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Now if you will know how he ascended into Heaven, the 9th verse will inform you, where it is said, that He was taken up, and a Cloud received him out of their sight.
Now if you will know how he ascended into Heaven, the 9th verse will inform you, where it is said, that He was taken up, and a Cloud received him out of their sighed.
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For these roaring Meteors are ordinarily discharg'd from some terrible Cloud. Christ therefore will sit on a bright shining Cloud, when he shall judge the World:
For these roaring Meteors Are ordinarily discharged from Some terrible Cloud. christ Therefore will fit on a bright shining Cloud, when he shall judge the World:
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For this is a Common saying among them, as Raimundus reports, If ever the Iews deserve that the Messias should come, he shall come gloriously, according to the Prophet Daniel, i. e. in the Clouds of Heaven.
For this is a Common saying among them, as Raimundus reports, If ever the Iews deserve that the Messias should come, he shall come gloriously, according to the Prophet daniel, i. e. in the Clouds of Heaven.
And so Virgil represents Iupiter coming to assist Aeneas in a bright shining Cloud. Thus both Iews and Gentiles looked upon a bright Cloud, as a glorious sign and Character of a Divine Majesty.
And so Virgil represents Iupiter coming to assist Aeneas in a bright shining Cloud. Thus both Iews and Gentiles looked upon a bright Cloud, as a glorious Signen and Character of a Divine Majesty.
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He will come attended with a glorious Retinue of shining Saints and Angels; and he will sit upon a Throne of Glory, namely, a bright and radiant Cloud.
He will come attended with a glorious Retinue of shining Saints and Angels; and he will fit upon a Throne of Glory, namely, a bright and radiant Cloud.
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That all the World may know, that he has now spoiled Principalities and Powers, and got a compleat and perfect Victory over these his malicious Enemies.
That all the World may know, that he has now spoiled Principalities and Powers, and god a complete and perfect Victory over these his malicious Enemies.
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The News of our Saviours coming to Judgment with all this Glory, should cause us to take the greatest Care imaginable, to fit and prepare our selves to meet him at this great Day.
The News of our Saviors coming to Judgement with all this Glory, should cause us to take the greatest Care imaginable, to fit and prepare our selves to meet him At this great Day.
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It seems about Four hundred years after our Saviours Ascension, one Gregentius, a Bishop, endeavour'd the Conversion of those Iews which liv'd in Arabia Felix; after a tedious Disputation of three days continuance, some of the Iews desired the Bishop to shew them Jesus alive, and it would convince them:
It seems about Four hundred Years After our Saviors Ascension, one Gregentius, a Bishop, endeavoured the Conversion of those Iews which lived in Arabia Felix; After a tedious Disputation of three days Continuance, Some of the Iews desired the Bishop to show them jesus alive, and it would convince them:
A like account we have of the Conversion of St. Paul, Act. 9. 3, &c. where we read, that as he journied towards Damascus, breathing forth nothing but Rage and Malice against Christians, suddenly there shined round about him a Light from Heaven;
A like account we have of the Conversion of Saint Paul, Act. 9. 3, etc. where we read, that as he journeyed towards Damascus, breathing forth nothing but Rage and Malice against Christians, suddenly there shined round about him a Light from Heaven;
and he heard a Voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? Upon which he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? Such effects as these are the Natural Attendants of such great and glorious Appearances as these:
and he herd a Voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why Persecutest thou me? Upon which he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? Such effects as these Are the Natural Attendants of such great and glorious Appearances as these:
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If we are sincere Christians, and do heartily believe the Gospel, we have no more reason to doubt of this Coming of our Saviour with great power and glory, than if we were actual Spectators of it.
If we Are sincere Christians, and do heartily believe the Gospel, we have no more reason to doubt of this Coming of our Saviour with great power and glory, than if we were actual Spectators of it.
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We would then soon be perswaded to break off our League with Sin, and endeavour, by a sincere and speedy Repentance, to make a firm Peace with our God and Saviour.
We would then soon be persuaded to break off our League with since, and endeavour, by a sincere and speedy Repentance, to make a firm Peace with our God and Saviour.
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but this I can assure you, that several Learned and Pious Divines, who have lately enquired into the Scripture Prophesies with great accuracy and diligence, do tell us, that this great Day is even at the door,
but this I can assure you, that several Learned and Pious Divines, who have lately inquired into the Scripture prophecies with great accuracy and diligence, do tell us, that this great Day is even At the door,
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then shall we at the Day of Iudgment meet our Saviour in the Air, and return with him to the Highest Heavens, singing Praises and Hallelujahs unto him that sits upon the Throne,
then shall we At the Day of Judgement meet our Saviour in the Air, and return with him to the Highest Heavens, singing Praises and Hallelujahs unto him that sits upon the Throne,
WHat great Esteem and Veneration the Ancient World entertain'd of Proverbs, may easily be learned from the Writings of Aristotle: He tells in his Rhetorick, that they always allowed them the next place to Oracles:
WHat great Esteem and Veneration the Ancient World entertained of Proverbs, may Easily be learned from the Writings of Aristotle: He tells in his Rhetoric, that they always allowed them the next place to Oracles:
And in other parts of his Writings, he gives them the noble Epithet of NONLATINALPHABET, as if they were the very Extract and Quintessence of Refined Wisdom.
And in other parts of his Writings, he gives them the noble Epithet of, as if they were the very Extract and Quintessence of Refined Wisdom.
for Prov. 86. he styles them NONLATINALPHABET, which tho' our Translation renders only Excellent words, Gejerus, and other Learned Criticks translate them more agreeably to the Hebrew, Princes of Words: Intimating thus much to us, That these Divine Sentences, which are called Proverbs, excel as much other Schemes of Speech,
for Curae 86. he styles them, which though our translation renders only Excellent words, Gejerus, and other Learned Critics translate them more agreeably to the Hebrew, Princes of Words: Intimating thus much to us, That these Divine Sentences, which Are called Proverbs, excel as much other Schemes of Speech,
It is a known Observation of Learned Men, that neither the Books of Moses, Ioshua, nor other Pen-men of Sacred Writ, are recommended to the World by the Name of the Author, till we come to this Book of Proverbs; as if the Holy Ghost had designed some extraordinary advantage to this Heavenly Book,
It is a known Observation of Learned Men, that neither the Books of Moses, Ioshua, nor other Penmen of Sacred Writ, Are recommended to the World by the Name of the Author, till we come to this Book of Proverbs; as if the Holy Ghost had designed Some extraordinary advantage to this Heavenly Book,
if we do not give our best Attention to these Excellent Words of Solomon; that Solomon, who was once a Famous and Renowned King of Israel, and who, besides those Advantages of Education which he received from the pious Care of his Father King David, was also inspired with Wisdom from on high,
if we do not give our best Attention to these Excellent Words of Solomon; that Solomon, who was once a Famous and Renowned King of Israel, and who, beside those Advantages of Education which he received from the pious Care of his Father King David, was also inspired with Wisdom from on high,
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Besides what has hitherto been said concerning the excellency of Proverbs in general, and these of Solomon in particular, there is one Observation still behind, which will yet farther recommend the Text to your best Attention.
Beside what has hitherto been said Concerning the excellency of Proverbs in general, and these of Solomon in particular, there is one Observation still behind, which will yet farther recommend the Text to your best Attention.
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For of all those three Thousand Proverbs, which are Recorded as the products of Solomon 's Wisdom, there is not any one the Holy Ghost has thought fit to repeat so often,
For of all those three Thousand Proverbs, which Are Recorded as the products of Solomon is Wisdom, there is not any one the Holy Ghost has Thought fit to repeat so often,
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for it is repeated thrice in this one Chapter, besides what it is in other places of this Book of Proverbs. In all which places the Wise man gives us to understand, that the wonderful Providence of God does rule and govern all the Actions of Men.
for it is repeated thrice in this one Chapter, beside what it is in other places of this Book of Proverbs. In all which places the Wise man gives us to understand, that the wondered Providence of God does Rule and govern all the Actions of Men.
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But tho' this be a very great Truth, namely, that Good Actions are govern'd and directed by the Providence of God, yet others rather understand the Text of mens wicked Actions; for the Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET, which we render Deviseth, is for the most part used in a bad sense;
But though this be a very great Truth, namely, that Good Actions Are governed and directed by the Providence of God, yet Others rather understand the Text of men's wicked Actions; for the Hebrew word, which we render Devises, is for the most part used in a bad sense;
but the Lord, by his wonderful Providence, governeth and directeth all his steps. The Heathen may rage, as the Psalmist speaks, and the People devise vain things;
but the Lord, by his wondered Providence, Governs and directeth all his steps. The Heathen may rage, as the Psalmist speaks, and the People devise vain things;
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so that such as will not do him true and laudable service, by obeying the known Will of his Precept, are forced to obey the secret Will of his Providence,
so that such as will not do him true and laudable service, by obeying the known Will of his Precept, Are forced to obey the secret Will of his Providence,
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First, How the over-ruling Providence of God is imployed about sin and wickedness whilst it is but in fieri, or the Heart of Man is but yet devising it. And,
First, How the overruling Providence of God is employed about since and wickedness while it is but in fieri, or the Heart of Man is but yet devising it. And,
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First, Of the First, how Gods, overruling Providence is imployed about sin whilst it is yet but in fieri, whilst the Heart of Man is yet but contriving and devising it.
First, Of the First, how God's, overruling Providence is employed about since while it is yet but in fieri, while the Heart of Man is yet but contriving and devising it.
and sure then we need not doubt but this Providence of God is more eminently concerned about Man, whom he was pleased to make after his own Image and likeness.
and sure then we need not doubt but this Providence of God is more eminently concerned about Man, whom he was pleased to make After his own Image and likeness.
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and now become the People of God's Wrath. And at the 7th Verse we find that this Staff of Gods Indignation was more in the Hand than in the Heart of this proud Assyrian Howbeit, saith God, he meaneth not so, neither doth his Heart think so;
and now become the People of God's Wrath. And At the 7th Verse we find that this Staff of God's Indignation was more in the Hand than in the Heart of this proud assyrian Howbeit, Says God, he means not so, neither does his Heart think so;
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There was no need God should instil any wickedness into the Heart of Sennach arib, who is here in the Prophet called the Assyrian; it seems it was full enough, and too full before.
There was no need God should instil any wickedness into the Heart of Sennach arib, who is Here in the Prophet called the assyrian; it seems it was full enough, and too full before.
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Berosus, an Antient Historian, has left his Character of him, Sennacherib, qui apud Assyrios regnabat; omnem Asiam & Aegyptum bello infestabat, Sennacherib, saith he, who was King of the Assyrians, vexed and insested all Asia and Aegypt with Bloody Wars. Ye see the Head and Heart of this Assyrian were full enough of devices how to satisfie his Ambition and raise his Empire on the ruins of other Nations.
Berosus, an Ancient Historian, has left his Character of him, Sennacherib, qui apud Assyrians regnabat; omnem Asia & Egyptum bello infestabat, Sennacherib, Says he, who was King of the Assyrians, vexed and insested all Asia and Egypt with Bloody Wars. You see the Head and Heart of this assyrian were full enough of devices how to satisfy his Ambition and raise his Empire on the ruins of other nations.
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and the Iews. These Medes and Persians, are upon this account, called God's sanctified ones, Verse 3. not in respect of any inherent righteousness or holiness in them,
and the Iews. These Medes and Persians, Are upon this account, called God's sanctified ones, Verse 3. not in respect of any inherent righteousness or holiness in them,
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but because, like the Vessels of the Sanctuary, set a-part for Gods service, and excited by a secret instinct of Providence, to execute wrath upon wicked Babylon. Thus God turns the Hearts of Kings,
but Because, like the Vessels of the Sanctuary, Set apart for God's service, and excited by a secret instinct of Providence, to execute wrath upon wicked Babylon. Thus God turns the Hearts of Kings,
When God was pleased to break down the Hedge of his Providence, he had set about Iob, with what fury did the Sabeans and Chaldeans kill his Servants, drive his Camels,
When God was pleased to break down the Hedge of his Providence, he had Set about Job, with what fury did the Sabeans and Chaldeans kill his Servants, drive his Camels,
we may learn enough of this, from that remarkable Name the Prophet bestows upon them, Isaiah 27. 1. In that day the Lord, with his great and strong Sword, shall punish Leviathan, the peircing Serpent.
we may Learn enough of this, from that remarkable Name the Prophet bestows upon them, Isaiah 27. 1. In that day the Lord, with his great and strong Sword, shall Punish Leviathan, the piercing Serpent.
and the word in the Hebrew signifies Augmentation or Addition, intimating the boundless Malice of Satan and his Instruments, who still desire to lay more burdens on the Godly, to increase their Troubles and augment their Afflictions.
and the word in the Hebrew signifies Augmentation or Addition, intimating the boundless Malice of Satan and his Instruments, who still desire to lay more burdens on the Godly, to increase their Troubles and augment their Afflictions.
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for the word which we render Measure, signifies one of the smallest Measures in use among the Iews, namely, that Measure which they called the Sea, containing no more than the third part of an Epha. Such, you see, is the wonderful goodness of God, that he curbs and restrains the Fury of those Leviathans;
for the word which we render Measure, signifies one of the Smallest Measures in use among the Iews, namely, that Measure which they called the Sea, containing no more than the third part of an Epha. Such, you see, is the wondered Goodness of God, that he curbs and restrains the Fury of those Leviathans;
There is indeed a great and sad truth in the observation of the Antient Tragedian, Nullum ad nocendum tempus angustum è malis, No time, saith he, is too little, no time unseasonable for the Wicked to do Mischief;
There is indeed a great and sad truth in the observation of the Ancient Tragedian, Nullum ad nocendum Tempus angustum è malis, No time, Says he, is too little, no time unseasonable for the Wicked to do Mischief;
But God, who has put Times and Seasons in his own Power, defeated all these their wicked purposes, till that determinate time was come mentioned by St. Luke 22. 53. Tho' I was with you daily in the Temple saith Christ, yet you could not stretch forth any hands against me;
But God, who has put Times and Seasons in his own Power, defeated all these their wicked Purposes, till that determinate time was come mentioned by Saint Lycia 22. 53. Though I was with you daily in the Temple Says christ, yet you could not stretch forth any hands against me;
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If God had not predetermined the persecutions of the Primitive Christians, St. Iohn could not have foretold they should last no longer than forty two Months.
If God had not predetermined the persecutions of the Primitive Christians, Saint John could not have foretold they should last no longer than forty two Months.
Now if we reckon these Months by Sabbaths of Years (as the honest Author of the Book of Martyrs tells us, he was taught to reckon them by a particular Revelation) they will amount to the sum of two hundred ninety four years, the precise time of the ten first Persecutions.
Now if we reckon these Months by Sabbaths of years (as the honest Author of the Book of Martyrs tells us, he was taught to reckon them by a particular Revelation) they will amount to the sum of two hundred ninety four Years, the precise time of the ten First Persecutions.
It seems in Queen Mary's days, Gardiner and the other bloody Papists hoped to continue their persecution of the Protestants till they had utterly destroyed them:
It seems in Queen Mary's days, Gardener and the other bloody Papists hoped to continue their persecution of the Protestants till they had utterly destroyed them:
By this means all Physick was forbid, till her Distemper grew desperate, and so her unexpected death put a speedy period to the Rage and Fury of the Papists.
By this means all Physic was forbid, till her Distemper grew desperate, and so her unexpected death put a speedy Period to the Rage and Fury of the Papists.
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Thus I have shewn you how the Providence of God is employed about sin and wickedness whilst it is in fieri, whilst the Heart of Man is but conceiving and devising it.
Thus I have shown you how the Providence of God is employed about since and wickedness while it is in fieri, while the Heart of Man is but conceiving and devising it.
I now proceed to shew how the same Providence is employed about sin in facto esse, after it is finisht and brought forth into Act. Tho' Almighty God can wither the Arm of a wicked Ieroboam, and hinder the Execution of his wicked Designs:
I now proceed to show how the same Providence is employed about since in facto esse, After it is finished and brought forth into Act. Though Almighty God can wither the Arm of a wicked Jeroboam, and hinder the Execution of his wicked Designs:
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To this purpose is the known observation of St. Austin, Bonus Deus non sineret fieri mala, nisi Omnipotens ex malis bona elicere potuisset, God who is good, saith he, would never permit sin, but that being Omnipotent, he is able to extract Good out of the greatest Evils.
To this purpose is the known observation of Saint Austin, Bonus Deus non sineret fieri mala, nisi Omnipotens ex malis Bona elicere potuisset, God who is good, Says he, would never permit since, but that being Omnipotent, he is able to extract Good out of the greatest Evils.
So had there been no sin, there had not needed the Tears of Repentance, and consequently there had been no need of the Wood of the Cross to sweeten these bitter Waters.
So had there been no since, there had not needed the Tears of Repentance, and consequently there had been no need of the Wood of the Cross to sweeten these bitter Waters.
If neither the Threats of his Law can drive them to Obedience, nor yet the Promises of the Gospel invite them to their Duty, there remains then nothing, but a fearful looking for of Iudgment and fiery Indignation, to devour these Adversaries.
If neither the Treats of his Law can drive them to obedience, nor yet the Promises of the Gospel invite them to their Duty, there remains then nothing, but a fearful looking for of Judgement and fiery Indignation, to devour these Adversaries.
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It is very observable, that the first Hallelujah which we find in the Old Testament, is in the Psalms, where mention is made of the destruction of Gods Enemies;
It is very observable, that the First Hallelujah which we find in the Old Testament, is in the Psalms, where mention is made of the destruction of God's Enemies;
and the first Hallelujah which is mention'd in the New Testament, is, where the overthrow of Antichrist is foretold in the Revelations. Should God suffer sinners still to go unpunish'd, it would reflect upon his Holiness,
and the First Hallelujah which is mentioned in the New Testament, is, where the overthrow of Antichrist is foretold in the Revelations. Should God suffer Sinners still to go unpunished, it would reflect upon his Holiness,
God therefore, to vindicate his Honour, and deter Men from sin, is pleased very frequently, in this World, to send signal Judgments upon the Workers of Iniquity.
God Therefore, to vindicate his Honour, and deter Men from since, is pleased very frequently, in this World, to send signal Judgments upon the Workers of Iniquity.
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Thus when proud Pharaoh had a long time withstood all the Miracles of Moses, and wrought his Heart at last to the highest degree of hardness, God did then resolve to glorifie himself in his ruin and destruction:
Thus when proud Pharaoh had a long time withstood all the Miracles of Moses, and wrought his Heart At last to the highest degree of hardness, God did then resolve to Glorify himself in his ruin and destruction:
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And that he might leave some signal Monuments of his Wrath to succeeding Generations, Orosius an Ancient Author tells us, that the prints and footsteps of their Chariots were a long time after to be seen on the shoar,
And that he might leave Some signal Monuments of his Wrath to succeeding Generations, Orosius an Ancient Author tells us, that the prints and footsteps of their Chariots were a long time After to be seen on the shore,
and in the bottom of the Red Sea. We may do well also to remember that Fire and Brimstone, which was rained from Heaven on Sodom and Gomorrha. Brochardus, and other sacred Geographers, inform us, that that very Land does still mourn in Dust and Ashes,
and in the bottom of the Read Sea. We may do well also to Remember that Fire and Brimstone, which was reigned from Heaven on Sodom and Gomorrha. Brochardus, and other sacred Geographers, inform us, that that very Land does still mourn in Dust and Ashes,
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Nay farther yet, that God might make abundant provisions for the Honour of his Justice (as some have computed) this one single Judgment is mention'd in Scripture above twenty times:
Nay farther yet, that God might make abundant provisions for the Honour of his justice (as Some have computed) this one single Judgement is mentioned in Scripture above twenty times:
3dly, God's Providence does farther make use of sin, to humble his own People. When David had murther'd his loyal Subject Vriah, and committed Folly with his Wife;
3dly, God's Providence does farther make use of since, to humble his own People. When David had murdered his loyal Subject Uriah, and committed Folly with his Wife;
and then to make him sensible of his Adultery, by casting Stones at him, a Punishment under the Law appointed to the Adulterer. Now what Influence this piece of Providence had upon David, we learn from 2 Sam. 16. 9, 10. where,
and then to make him sensible of his Adultery, by casting Stones At him, a Punishment under the Law appointed to the Adulterer. Now what Influence this piece of Providence had upon David, we Learn from 2 Sam. 16. 9, 10. where,
when the Sons of Zerviah would have slain Shimei, according to his deserts, David returns a Negative Answer in these passionate words, What have I to do with you, ye Sons of Zerviah? And then see his Humility in the next words, Let him Curse, because the Lord has said unto him, Curse David.
when the Sons of Zeruiah would have slave Shimei, according to his deserts, David returns a Negative Answer in these passionate words, What have I to do with you, you Sons of Zeruiah? And then see his Humility in the next words, Let him Curse, Because the Lord has said unto him, Curse David.
But when God's Providence had allowed Satan to sift him, and chastise his Confidence by a sore Fall, we find him falling lower in his own Thoughts to:
But when God's Providence had allowed Satan to sift him, and chastise his Confidence by a soar Fallen, we find him falling lower in his own Thoughts to:
Every Event of Providence is of such excellent contrivance, and manag'd with such admirable Wisdom, that we may say of the Works of God's Providence, what the Psalmist does of the Works of Creation:
Every Event of Providence is of such excellent contrivance, and managed with such admirable Wisdom, that we may say of the Works of God's Providence, what the Psalmist does of the Works of Creation:
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yet the same Prophet found at last, that there were Eyes in these Wheels, a Wise Providence which did move and conduct them all to great and Glorious Ends. The truth of this might easily be made to appear more at large by considering some of the most rugged passages of Providence, such as seem at first view to have been performed with the greatest negligence and deformity,
yet the same Prophet found At last, that there were Eyes in these Wheels, a Wise Providence which did move and conduct them all to great and Glorious Ends. The truth of this might Easily be made to appear more At large by considering Some of the most rugged passages of Providence, such as seem At First view to have been performed with the greatest negligence and deformity,
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But because the Time will not allow of many Instances, it may suffice at present to shew the truth of this in the famous History of Ionah: That this Prophet,
But Because the Time will not allow of many Instances, it may suffice At present to show the truth of this in the famous History of Jonah: That this Prophet,
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when sent about so weighty a matter as the preservation of great Niniveh, that he should make delays even when their destruction was but Forty days off:
when sent about so weighty a matter as the preservation of great Nineveh, that he should make delays even when their destruction was but Forty days off:
All these seemed at first to be so many Errata's of God's Providence and contribute little to the Conversion of Nineveh; yet all these seeming Disadvantages were so wisely managed by God's Providence,
All these seemed At First to be so many Errata's of God's Providence and contribute little to the Conversion of Nineveh; yet all these seeming Disadvantages were so wisely managed by God's Providence,
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and consequently could not, but by a special Miracle, have been conducted unto Niniveh: And this was that which procured the more credit to Ionah 's Preaching, which frightned the Ninivites into that most rigorous Fast, which was enjoyned by Sardanapalus both on Man and Beast.
and consequently could not, but by a special Miracle, have been conducted unto Nineveh: And this was that which procured the more credit to Jonah is Preaching, which frighted the Ninevites into that most rigorous Fast, which was enjoined by Sardanapalus both on Man and Beast.
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Thus we see how the Wisdom of God's Providence directed the sin of Ionah, and the malice of the Mariners, to work out that end they seemed directly to oppose.
Thus we see how the Wisdom of God's Providence directed the since of Jonah, and the malice of the Mariners, to work out that end they seemed directly to oppose.
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and ought to admire and adore the infinite VVisdom of our God, which does so eminently appear in the wonderful goverment of the greatest Disasters and Confusions here below.
and ought to admire and adore the infinite VVisdom of our God, which does so eminently appear in the wondered government of the greatest Disasters and Confusions Here below.
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First, We may learn from hence, to abhor the Blasphemy of such men as seem to make God the Author of Sin. Ye hear it is the Heart of Man which deviseth its own wickedness, and that God by his wise Providence does only direct their Wickedness to great and glorious Ends. Just as a skilful Physician, who does not put Poyson into Serpents and other Venemous Creatures,
First, We may Learn from hence, to abhor the Blasphemy of such men as seem to make God the Author of Sin. You hear it is the Heart of Man which devises its own wickedness, and that God by his wise Providence does only Direct their Wickedness to great and glorious Ends. Just as a skilful physician, who does not put Poison into Serpents and other Venomous Creatures,
and how formidable their Numbers, we may justly wonder that this World is any better than a larger Bethlehem: But we owe our safety and happiness to the good Providence of God:
and how formidable their Numbers, we may justly wonder that this World is any better than a larger Bethlehem: But we owe our safety and happiness to the good Providence of God:
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if it were destitute of God and Providence? If all were left to Chance and we exposed every where to innumerable Enemies and Dangers? But since there is an over-ruling Providence, saith he, NONLATINALPHABET.
if it were destitute of God and Providence? If all were left to Chance and we exposed every where to innumerable Enemies and Dangers? But since there is an overruling Providence, Says he,.
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VVhat miraculous Preservations has his good Providence wrought for us? VVhat Plots and Descents has he detected and defeated? How has he baffled the profoundest Policy of the subtilest Achitophel, and made him prove, according to his name in Hebrew, no better than the Brother or Cousin-Germain to a Fool? Oh then!
What miraculous Preservations has his good Providence wrought for us? What Plots and Descents has he detected and defeated? How has he baffled the profoundest Policy of the subtlest Ahithophel, and made him prove, according to his name in Hebrew, no better than the Brother or Cousin-Germain to a Fool? O then!
and being wonderfully delivered from the hands of our Enemies, let us serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before him all the dayes of our life.
and being wonderfully Delivered from the hands of our Enemies, let us serve him without Fear, in holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our life.
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He styles him, ver. 2. the Son of God; the Heir of all things, and Maker of the Worlds: He tells us us farther, ver. 3. that He is the brightness of his Fathers Glory, the express Image of his Person,
He styles him, ver. 2. the Son of God; the Heir of all things, and Maker of the World's: He tells us us farther, ver. 3. that He is the brightness of his Father's Glory, the express Image of his Person,
and in divers manners, spake in time past unto the Fathers by the Prophets, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son. Had God spoken to us by the meanest of his Prophets, it had been strange and wonderful Condescension, but that he should send his own Son to preach the Gospel,
and in diverse manners, spoke in time passed unto the Father's by the prophets, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son. Had God spoken to us by the Meanest of his prophets, it had been strange and wondered Condescension, but that he should send his own Son to preach the Gospel,
St. Paul having thus dispiayed the Excellent Majesty of Christ, and the infinite Riches of Gods Free Grace and Mercy, in that he sent his Eternal Son to be the first Preacher of the Gospel,
Saint Paul having thus dispiayed the Excellent Majesty of christ, and the infinite Riches of God's Free Grace and Mercy, in that he sent his Eternal Son to be the First Preacher of the Gospel,
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If God had conveyed the Gospel to Christians, as he did the Law unto the Jews, by the Ministry of Angels, we could not have slighted it without gross ingratitude;
If God had conveyed the Gospel to Christians, as he did the Law unto the jews, by the Ministry of Angels, we could not have slighted it without gross ingratitude;
Of how much sorer punishment shall we now he thought worthy, seeing the Eternal Son of God condescended to be of the Order of Predicants, seeing Christ Jesus himself vouchsafed to be the first Preacher of the Gospel;
Of how much Sorer punishment shall we now he Thought worthy, seeing the Eternal Son of God condescended to be of the Order of Predicants, seeing christ jesus himself vouchsafed to be the First Preacher of the Gospel;
or preached from it? Whatever Admonitions, Exhortations or Reproofs Ministers give us out of these Sacred Oracles, should not be look'd upon as the Words of frail Men,
or preached from it? Whatever Admonitions, Exhortations or Reproofs Ministers give us out of these Sacred Oracles, should not be looked upon as the Words of frail Men,
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He employs all his Divine Rhetorick, to make Christians sensible of their greater Priviledge, and consequently of their greater Obligations to obey the Gospel:
He employs all his Divine Rhetoric, to make Christians sensible of their greater Privilege, and consequently of their greater Obligations to obey the Gospel:
Now how great was that price which was paid for this Salvation? St. Peter tells us, we were not redeemed with such corruptible things, as Silver and Gold;
Now how great was that price which was paid for this Salvation? Saint Peter tells us, we were not redeemed with such corruptible things, as Silver and Gold;
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yea, had it been possible for us to have sacrificed ▪ whole Hecatombs of Angels to the Justice of Heaven, they would not all have been sufficient to atone for our Sins, and purchase this Salvation:
yea, had it been possible for us to have sacrificed ▪ Whole Hecatombs of Angels to the justice of Heaven, they would not all have been sufficient to atone for our Sins, and purchase this Salvation:
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It is an excellent saying of Seneca, Lenocinium est gaudii antecedens metus, the greatness of the danger uses to commend and inhance the greatness of the deliverance.
It is an excellent saying of Senecca, Lenocinium est Gaudii antecedens metus, the greatness of the danger uses to commend and inhance the greatness of the deliverance.
Now how great was the danger we were in? how great those Evils we were exposed to? The Prophet Esay gives us a most Tragical Description of the Infernal Tophet, which was to be the Portion of the Rebellious Sinner, Chap. 30. 31. Tophet, saith he, is prepared of old, the Pile thereof is Fire and much Wood,
Now how great was the danger we were in? how great those Evils we were exposed to? The Prophet Isaiah gives us a most Tragical Description of the Infernal Tophet, which was to be the Portion of the Rebellious Sinner, Chap. 30. 31. Tophet, Says he, is prepared of old, the Pile thereof is Fire and much Wood,
Nay give me leave to observe farther to you, that this Fire of Tophet can be no ordinary material Fire, seeing we are told it was originally prepared for the Devil and his Angels.
Nay give me leave to observe farther to you, that this Fire of Tophet can be no ordinary material Fire, seeing we Are told it was originally prepared for the devil and his Angels.
For since they are Spiritual and Immaterial Beings, they cannot be Tormented by any ordinary material Fire, The Fire therefore of Tophet must be of such a strange and dreadful Nature, that this Fire we use is only fit to be a cold and faint emblem of it;
For since they Are Spiritual and Immaterial Beings, they cannot be Tormented by any ordinary material Fire, The Fire Therefore of Tophet must be of such a strange and dreadful Nature, that this Fire we use is only fit to be a cold and faint emblem of it;
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how dreadful then must the Furnace of Hell be, which has all the Ingredients of Torture Omnipotent Vengeance can furnish it with? This Fire of Tophet of Hell, is said yet farther, to be prepared for the Devil and his Angels.
how dreadful then must the Furnace of Hell be, which has all the Ingredients of Torture Omnipotent Vengeance can furnish it with? This Fire of Tophet of Hell, is said yet farther, to be prepared for the devil and his Angels.
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Now we know these Hellish Fiends are the most malicious Enemies of Heaven: These ambitious Spirits endeavoured at the very first to dethrone their Almighty Creator;
Now we know these Hellish Fiends Are the most malicious Enemies of Heaven: These ambitious Spirits endeavoured At the very First to dethrone their Almighty Creator;
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and since they failed in that black design, they have ever since discovered their inveterate hatred of God, by tempting Mankind into the same cursed Conspiracy against him.
and since they failed in that black Design, they have ever since discovered their inveterate hatred of God, by tempting Mankind into the same cursed conspiracy against him.
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Sure then that Fire, which is prepared for these malicious Enemies of Heaven, cannot possibly want any Ingredients of Torture, Infinite Wisdom can invent, or Infinite Power inflict.
Sure then that Fire, which is prepared for these malicious Enemies of Heaven, cannot possibly want any Ingredients of Torture, Infinite Wisdom can invent, or Infinite Power inflict.
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The Children of Israel did exceedingly rejoyce when they were delivered from the Tyranny of Pharaoh, and the Slavery of Egypt. But sure Hell is a more dreadful kind of Bondage than Egypts; and Satan a worse sort of Tyrant than Pharaoh, therefore the Salvation of the Text, which delivers us from these dreadful and infinite Evils, must needs be exceeding great.
The Children of Israel did exceedingly rejoice when they were Delivered from the Tyranny of Pharaoh, and the Slavery of Egypt. But sure Hell is a more dreadful kind of Bondage than Egypts; and Satan a Worse sort of Tyrant than Pharaoh, Therefore the Salvation of the Text, which delivers us from these dreadful and infinite Evils, must needs be exceeding great.
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Ioshua was deservedly accounted a mighty Saviour, because having delivered Israel from their malicious Enemies, he gave them a quiet Possession of the Earthly Canaan. How great a Saviour is our Ioshua, or Jesus, who having vanquished our Spiritual Enemies, has purchased for us the possession of the Heavenly Canaan?
Ioshua was deservedly accounted a mighty Saviour, Because having Delivered Israel from their malicious Enemies, he gave them a quiet Possession of the Earthly Canaan. How great a Saviour is our Ioshua, or jesus, who having vanquished our Spiritual Enemies, has purchased for us the possession of the Heavenly Canaan?
They are highly injurious to the goodness of God, and to that Salvation which was wrought by Christ, who would have it restrained to a certain number of Persons.
They Are highly injurious to the Goodness of God, and to that Salvation which was wrought by christ, who would have it restrained to a certain number of Persons.
If these places of Scripture be not full and clear enough, St Paul will tell you, that Christ tasted Death for every Man, Heb. 2. 9. I shall add but one Text more to convince you of this Truth,
If these places of Scripture be not full and clear enough, Saint Paul will tell you, that christ tasted Death for every Man, Hebrew 2. 9. I shall add but one Text more to convince you of this Truth,
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even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift Destruction. It seems Christ bought those that are Damned, as well as those that are Saved;
even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift Destruction. It seems christ bought those that Are Damned, as well as those that Are Saved;
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and consequently the Salvation or Redemption which he wrought, must needs be Universal: None are excluded from it, but such as exclude themselves by their Obstinancy and Impenitency.
and consequently the Salvation or Redemption which he wrought, must needs be Universal: None Are excluded from it, but such as exclude themselves by their Obstinacy and Impenitency.
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And Lastly, The Extent and Amplitude of it, which is so great, as to include both Iew and Gentile; we may safely conclude with St. Paul, that it is great Salvation. Thus I have dispatched the First General I proposed,
And Lastly, The Extent and Amplitude of it, which is so great, as to include both Iew and Gentile; we may safely conclude with Saint Paul, that it is great Salvation. Thus I have dispatched the First General I proposed,
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This may be gathered from the words of the Text, where St. Paul delivers himself in these Emphatical Expressions, How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation? As much as if the Apostle should have said, Christians, who disobey the Gospel, must never hope to go unpunisht;
This may be gathered from the words of the Text, where Saint Paul delivers himself in these Emphatical Expressions, How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation? As much as if the Apostle should have said, Christians, who disobey the Gospel, must never hope to go unpunished;
his Priviledges and Advantages loaded his sin with the heavier Aggravations, and rendred him obnoxious to a double Punishment, to wit, that of Lapidation,
his Privileges and Advantages loaded his since with the Heavier Aggravations, and rendered him obnoxious to a double Punishment, to wit, that of Lapidation,
and the other of Burning, which were both inflicted on him, as we read, Ios. 7. 25. It seems God proceeds with Sinners according to the Rules of Distributive Justice:
and the other of Burning, which were both inflicted on him, as we read, Ios. 7. 25. It seems God proceeds with Sinners according to the Rules of Distributive justice:
He proportions his Punishments according to their respective Priviledges and Advantages. Such as have enjoyed lesser Priviledges, shall be beaten with fewer Stripes.
He proportions his Punishments according to their respective Privileges and Advantages. Such as have enjoyed lesser Privileges, shall be beaten with fewer Stripes.
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The poor Gentiles still find a cooler place in Hell than the Iews, and the Iews than the Christians. Hear what St. Paul saith, Rom. 2. 12. As many as have sinned without the Law, shall perish without the Law,
The poor Gentiles still find a cooler place in Hell than the Iews, and the Iews than the Christians. Hear what Saint Paul Says, Rom. 2. 12. As many as have sinned without the Law, shall perish without the Law,
Hence St. Paul tells us, in that same, Rom. 2. 9. That God will render Tribulation and Anguish upon every Soul of Man, that doth Evil, of the Jew first, and also of the Gentile.
Hence Saint Paul tells us, in that same, Rom. 2. 9. That God will render Tribulation and Anguish upon every Soul of Man, that does Evil, of the Jew First, and also of the Gentile.
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Thus you see the Iew shall, in Hell, be beaten with more stripes than the Gentile: And the Condition of the disobedient Christian will be worse than the Iews. He has enjoyed greater Advantages than the Iew, and must expect greater Punishments:
Thus you see the Iew shall, in Hell, be beaten with more stripes than the Gentile: And the Condition of the disobedient Christian will be Worse than the Iews. He has enjoyed greater Advantages than the Iew, and must expect greater Punishments:
Hence it is that our Apostle, Chap. 10. of this Epistle Vers. 28, 29. If he that despised Moses's Law, died without mercy, of how much sorer Punishment shall he be thought worthy, who has trampled under Foot the Son of God? It's plain the Christians Punishment will be greater than the Iews; even as great as the Salvation which was offered him;
Hence it is that our Apostle, Chap. 10. of this Epistle Vers. 28, 29. If he that despised Moses's Law, died without mercy, of how much Sorer Punishment shall he be Thought worthy, who has trampled under Foot the Son of God? It's plain the Christians Punishment will be greater than the Iews; even as great as the Salvation which was offered him;
Thus you see, that as there are diversity of Torments in Hell, so the greatest of them will be the Portion of such sinners as do neglect the Salvation of the Gospel;
Thus you see, that as there Are diversity of Torments in Hell, so the greatest of them will be the Portion of such Sinners as do neglect the Salvation of the Gospel;
God he sent his Messengers, his Prophets, yea sometimes his Angels to publish and deliver the Law unto the Iews. But he has sent his own Eternal Son to Preach and Publish the Gospel to the Christian World;
God he sent his Messengers, his prophets, yea sometime his Angels to publish and deliver the Law unto the Iews. But he has sent his own Eternal Son to Preach and Publish the Gospel to the Christian World;
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The same Argument is here urged by St. Paul, in the Text, How shall we escape, saith he, if we neglect so great Salvation, which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord? As much as if the Apostle should have said, the Gospel which we, the Ministers of Christ, Preach unto you, it is Christs Gospel, the very same that he, in his own Person,
The same Argument is Here urged by Saint Paul, in the Text, How shall we escape, Says he, if we neglect so great Salvation, which At the First began to be spoken by the Lord? As much as if the Apostle should have said, the Gospel which we, the Ministers of christ, Preach unto you, it is Christ Gospel, the very same that he, in his own Person,
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And what Punishments can be great enough to punish such Ingratitude? The Heathens, the Jews and Devils themselves, who are now howling amidst everlasting Burnings, they never sinned against such stupendious Mercy as Christians do;
And what Punishments can be great enough to Punish such Ingratitude? The heathens, the jews and Devils themselves, who Are now howling amid everlasting Burnings, they never sinned against such stupendious Mercy as Christians do;
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2. Another Reason, why Christians must expect the severest Punishments if they neglect this great Salvation, is because the Light of the Gospel is greater and clearer than that of the Law.
2. another Reason, why Christians must expect the Severest Punishments if they neglect this great Salvation, is Because the Light of the Gospel is greater and clearer than that of the Law.
as having but very small Windows to let in the light of the Sun. But the Light of the Gospel he compares to the Day, intimating that the Light of the Gospel does as far exceed the Light of the Law,
as having but very small Windows to let in the Light of the Sun. But the Light of the Gospel he compares to the Day, intimating that the Light of the Gospel does as Far exceed the Light of the Law,
But the Shadows being now vanisht, the Sun of Righteousness is risen, and Christ has brought Life and Immortality to Light, through the Gospel, 2 Tim. 1. 10. Thus great is the Light of the Gospel,
But the Shadows being now vanished, the Sun of Righteousness is risen, and christ has brought Life and Immortality to Light, through the Gospel, 2 Tim. 1. 10. Thus great is the Light of the Gospel,
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Hence such sinners are said in Scripture to reproach the Lord, Numb. 15. 30. Yea, to rebel against the Light, Job 24. 13. Since therefore Christians sin against greater Light, they must expect severer Punishments;
Hence such Sinners Are said in Scripture to reproach the Lord, Numb. 15. 30. Yea, to rebel against the Light, Job 24. 13. Since Therefore Christians since against greater Light, they must expect severer Punishments;
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3. Another reason why Christians must expect the severest Punishments, if they neglect this great Salvation, is because the means of Grace, which the Gospel affords for the obtaining of this Salvation, are now more plentiful than they were before.
3. another reason why Christians must expect the Severest Punishments, if they neglect this great Salvation, is Because the means of Grace, which the Gospel affords for the obtaining of this Salvation, Are now more plentiful than they were before.
But the Gospel is called the Spirit, because the Spirit of Grace does by his internal Operations, accompany the outward Ministration of the Gospel, and so gives us Life.
But the Gospel is called the Spirit, Because the Spirit of Grace does by his internal Operations, accompany the outward Ministration of the Gospel, and so gives us Life.
Thus you see what plentiful Means of Grace, the Gospel affords us for the obtaining of this great Salvation: And therefore if we do neglect these Means of Grace, our Condemnation,
Thus you see what plentiful Means of Grace, the Gospel affords us for the obtaining of this great Salvation: And Therefore if we do neglect these Means of Grace, our Condemnation,
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This is plain from our Saviours threatning Chorazin and Bethsaida, Mat. 11. 21, 22. Wo unto thee Chorazin, wo unto thee Bethsaida, for if the mighty works which were done in you, had been done in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in Sackcloath and Ashes:
This is plain from our Saviors threatening Chorazin and Bethsaida, Mathew 11. 21, 22. Woe unto thee Chorazin, woe unto thee Bethsaida, for if the mighty works which were done in you, had been done in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and Ashes:
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Thirdly, I come now in the Third and Last Place to shew you, that Ministers may very well be allowed to be mighty earnest and passionate in their Exhortations and Admonitions.
Thirdly, I come now in the Third and Last Place to show you, that Ministers may very well be allowed to be mighty earnest and passionate in their Exhortations and Admonitions.
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with what Vehemency and Fervency of Spirit does he cry out, How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation? St. Paul was one of the greatest Orators in the World:
with what Vehemency and Fervency of Spirit does he cry out, How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation? Saint Paul was one of the greatest Orators in the World:
Hence we find him in the Acts, Preaching with such Zeal and Eloquence that the Men of Lycaonia fancied Mercury, their God of Eloquence, was come down from Heaven.
Hence we find him in the Acts, Preaching with such Zeal and Eloquence that the Men of Lycaonia fancied Mercury, their God of Eloquence, was come down from Heaven.
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And in truth what Zeal, what Vehemency can be thought too much for the Pulpit? Indeed the Heathen of old said well, Stultus labor ineptiarum, It is a ridiculous thing, said he, to make a noise about Trifles.
And in truth what Zeal, what Vehemency can be Thought too much for the Pulpit? Indeed the Heathen of old said well, Stultus labour ineptiarum, It is a ridiculous thing, said he, to make a noise about Trifles.
But what pity is it, that Hell should be hung with such rich Furniture as the precious Souls of Men? And who would not employ their utmost Zeal to save such wicked sinners,
But what pity is it, that Hell should be hung with such rich Furniture as the precious Souls of Men? And who would not employ their utmost Zeal to save such wicked Sinners,
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as are ready every moment to drop into Hell Fire? Let me therefore with all seriousness intreat you to work out your Salvation with Fear and Trembling.
as Are ready every moment to drop into Hell Fire? Let me Therefore with all seriousness entreat you to work out your Salvation with fear and Trembling.
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as you dread the everlasting Burnings of the infernal Tophet, and earnestly desire the endless Joys of Heaven, be perswaded to break off your League with Sin,
as you dread the everlasting Burnings of the infernal Tophet, and earnestly desire the endless Joys of Heaven, be persuaded to break off your League with since,
Now therefore you are no more strangers and forreigners, but fellow-citizens with the Saints, and of the houshold of God, Vers. 20. And are built upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets. ST.
Now Therefore you Are no more Strangers and foreigners, but fellow-citizens with the Saints, and of the household of God, Vers. 20. And Are built upon the Foundation of the Apostles and prophets. SAINT.
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Their former condition is displayed in all its colours, ver. 12. of this chapter, where he tells them, that they were then without Christ, they were then Aliens from the common wealth of Israel, strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope,
Their former condition is displayed in all its colours, ver. 12. of this chapter, where he tells them, that they were then without christ, they were then Aliens from the Common wealth of Israel, Strangers from the Covenants of promise, having no hope,
And what was it which gave them a right and title to all this happiness? If you please to look a little farther into the Text, you'l find it was because they were of the houshold of God;
And what was it which gave them a right and title to all this happiness? If you please to look a little farther into the Text, You'll find it was Because they were of the household of God;
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whilst all the World besides groans under worse than Aegyptian darkness: This is the true Gideons fleece which is watred with the dew of Celestial Grace,
while all the World beside groans under Worse than Egyptian darkness: This is the true Gideons fleece which is watered with the due of Celestial Grace,
But some difficulty there is to find out the true Church, as Tertullian observed of Old, faciunt favos & vespae faciunt Ecclesias & Marcionitae, the most dangerous Wasps have their Cells, saith he,
But Some difficulty there is to find out the true Church, as Tertullian observed of Old, faciunt favos & Wasp faciunt Ecclesiastes & Marcionites, the most dangerous Wasps have their Cells, Says he,
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That therefore we may not mistake Leah for Rachel, or embrace a Cloud instead of a Iuno; we must carefully observe that description St. Paul gives us of the true Church;
That Therefore we may not mistake Leah for Rachel, or embrace a Cloud instead of a Iuno; we must carefully observe that description Saint Paul gives us of the true Church;
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Fourthly, That such as continue in the communion of this Church, are as happy as were those Ephesians of whom St. Paul says, they were no more strangers and forreigners,
Fourthly, That such as continue in the communion of this Church, Are as happy as were those Ephesians of whom Saint Paul Says, they were no more Strangers and foreigners,
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I begin with the first of these, to shew you that the Doctrine of the Apostles and Prophets, is the only foundation upon which the true Church is built:
I begin with the First of these, to show you that the Doctrine of the Apostles and prophets, is the only Foundation upon which the true Church is built:
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Does not our Saviour himself tell us, that his Sheep will hear his Voice, and not the Voice of Strangers? And where is this voice of Christ to be heard,
Does not our Saviour himself tell us, that his Sheep will hear his Voice, and not the Voice of Strangers? And where is this voice of christ to be herd,
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but sounding in the writings of these Apostles and Prophets? This therefore is the sure word of Prophecy, whereunto saith St. Peter, ye do well if you take heed:
but sounding in the writings of these Apostles and prophets? This Therefore is the sure word of Prophecy, whereunto Says Saint Peter, you do well if you take heed:
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None speaks more largely, or more excellently to this point, than the great St. Austine, who in his admirable Book against the Donatists writes thus, The question between us and the Donatists is, where we shall find the Church? What therefore shall we do? shall we seek it in our own words? or in the words of our Lord Iesus Christ? I think, we had rather seek it in his words, who is the truth,
None speaks more largely, or more excellently to this point, than the great Saint Augustine, who in his admirable Book against the Donatists writes thus, The question between us and the Donatists is, where we shall find the Church? What Therefore shall we do? shall we seek it in our own words? or in the words of our Lord Iesus christ? I think, we had rather seek it in his words, who is the truth,
Setting therefore aside all such matters, let them shew forth the Church, if they can, not by the speech and rumours of the Africans, not in the Councils of the Bishops, not in the Writing of any Disputer, not in Visions and Revelations, not in Signs and false Miracles;
Setting Therefore aside all such matters, let them show forth the Church, if they can, not by the speech and rumours of the African's, not in the Councils of the Bishops, not in the Writing of any Disputer, not in Visions and Revelations, not in Signs and false Miracles;
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But let them declare it out of the Prescript of the Law, the predictions of the Prophets, the Songs of the Psalms, the testimonies of the Apostles, the words of the Pastor himself,
But let them declare it out of the Prescript of the Law, the predictions of the prophets, the Songs of the Psalms, the testimonies of the Apostles, the words of the Pastor himself,
Thus far St. Austine, and because he is so clear and so full to this case, I shall not need to trouble you with any further Authorities, especially,
Thus Far Saint Augustine, and Because he is so clear and so full to this case, I shall not need to trouble you with any further Authorities, especially,
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since the Church of Rome doth acknowledge in her Trent Catechism, that no Church is Catholick that does not profess that faith which is built upon the foundation of the Prophets and Apostles.
since the Church of Room does acknowledge in her Trent Catechism, that no Church is Catholic that does not profess that faith which is built upon the Foundation of the prophets and Apostles.
And it follows in the same Catechism, the Nicene Fathers did well to add the word Apostolick to their Creed, saying, I believe one Catholick and Apostolick Church;
And it follows in the same Catechism, the Nicene Father's did well to add the word Apostolic to their Creed, saying, I believe one Catholic and Apostolic Church;
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Unity without Apostolical Doctrine, is so far from being a mark of the Church, that it may not only be found in the Societies of the worst of Men; but of the Devils themselves:
Unity without Apostolical Doctrine, is so Far from being a mark of the Church, that it may not only be found in the Societies of the worst of Men; but of the Devils themselves:
for we are told plainly in the Holy Scriptures, that Christ's flock is but a little flock, and it is at this day so far exceeded in Amplitude, both by Mahometans and Pagans, that if the whole World were divided into thirty Parts,
for we Are told plainly in the Holy Scriptures, that Christ's flock is but a little flock, and it is At this day so Far exceeded in Amplitude, both by Mahometans and Pagans, that if the Whole World were divided into thirty Parts,
as Breerwood calculates in his Inquiries, five only would be found Christians, six Mahometans, and nineteen Pagans. As for Antiquity, which some pretend is the mark of the Church,
as Breerwood calculates in his Inquiries, five only would be found Christians, six Mahometans, and nineteen Pagans. As for Antiquity, which Some pretend is the mark of the Church,
and since the Pontificate of Aaron may sometime descend upon a wretched Caiaphas, such an antient Pedigree as this may be more honourable in Heraldry than it can be in Religion.
and since the Pontificate of Aaron may sometime descend upon a wretched Caiaphas, such an ancient Pedigree as this may be more honourable in Heraldry than it can be in Religion.
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a Doctrine according unto Godliness, where this Doctrine is preach'd in its greatest purity, there substantial holiness, free from from all Superstition and Hypocrisie, is most likely to be found;
a Doctrine according unto Godliness, where this Doctrine is preached in its greatest purity, there substantial holiness, free from from all Superstition and Hypocrisy, is most likely to be found;
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Whatever Doctrines are contained in these sacred Oracles, are own'd by the Church of Rome, as well as by us, to be the Doctrines of the Apostles and Prophets:
Whatever Doctrines Are contained in these sacred Oracles, Are owned by the Church of Rome, as well as by us, to be the Doctrines of the Apostles and prophets:
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Non credimus, quia non legimus, we believe no more than we read, saith St Ierome. I shall only add the Authority of St. Basil, who saith, it is contrary to Faith,
Non Credimus, quia non Legimus, we believe no more than we read, Says Saint Jerome. I shall only add the authority of Saint Basil, who Says, it is contrary to Faith,
and he adds more fully yet, if it be possible to do so, when he tells us, they are able to make the man of God perfect, throughly furnished unto every good work.
and he adds more Fully yet, if it be possible to do so, when he tells us, they Are able to make the man of God perfect, thoroughly furnished unto every good work.
Thus great is the perfection of these holy Oracles, and thus plain it is, that the Doctrine of the Apostles and Prophets, on which the true Church is built, is fully and sufficiently delivered to us in the holy Scripture. I come in the
Thus great is the perfection of these holy Oracles, and thus plain it is, that the Doctrine of the Apostles and prophets, on which the true Church is built, is Fully and sufficiently Delivered to us in the holy Scripture. I come in the
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She believes the same Faith, and no other than that which is comprized in the Apostles Creed, and explained more largely in those Creeds which are called the Nicene and the Athanasian. And as for those Doctrines which are controverted between us and the Church of Rome, a little examination will discover which Church is built upon the foundation of the Apostles and the Prophets.
She believes the same Faith, and no other than that which is comprised in the Apostles Creed, and explained more largely in those Creeds which Are called the Nicene and the Athanasian. And as for those Doctrines which Are controverted between us and the Church of Rome, a little examination will discover which Church is built upon the Foundation of the Apostles and the prophets.
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And (1.) Let us examine that Supremacy which the Church of Rome does challenge for St. Peter: If we look into the Holy Scriptures, we shall find nothing there that makes St. Peter the chief of the Apostles:
And (1.) Let us examine that Supremacy which the Church of Room does challenge for Saint Peter: If we look into the Holy Scriptures, we shall find nothing there that makes Saint Peter the chief of the Apostles:
For if Christ had ever intended St. Peter any such Power over the rest, he would doubtless have declared so much when the Apostles were at strife who should be the greatest:
For if christ had ever intended Saint Peter any such Power over the rest, he would doubtless have declared so much when the Apostles were At strife who should be the greatest:
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Thus saith St. Paul, yea St. Peter also, from whom the Pope pretends to derive his Power, is so far from challenging any power over Kings and Princes, either for himself or Successors;
Thus Says Saint Paul, yea Saint Peter also, from whom the Pope pretends to derive his Power, is so Far from challenging any power over Kings and Princes, either for himself or Successors;
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And is not this the Apostolical Doctrine of the Church of England, which teaches all her Members to pay active obedience unto all the lawful Commands of Princes;
And is not this the Apostolical Doctrine of the Church of England, which Teaches all her Members to pay active Obedience unto all the lawful Commands of Princes;
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seeing he understandeth not what thou sayst? Again, v. 19. In the Church I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that by my voice I might teach others also,
seeing he understands not what thou Sayest? Again, v. 19. In the Church I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that by my voice I might teach Others also,
Mat. 26. 27. And S. Paul assures us, that in his time the People partook of the Cup as well as of the Bread. 1 Cor. 12. 13. We have all been made to drink into one Spirit.
Mathew 26. 27. And S. Paul assures us, that in his time the People partook of the Cup as well as of the Bred. 1 Cor. 12. 13. We have all been made to drink into one Spirit.
and the Practice of the Apostles, we decree and determine that the Laity shall not partake of the Cup. It seems they find some inconvenience in the Institution of Christ,
and the Practice of the Apostles, we Decree and determine that the Laity shall not partake of the Cup. It seems they find Some inconvenience in the Institution of christ,
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5. The Church of England condemns Transubstantiation, as being contradictory to Sense, Reason, and Scripture. Our Senses tell us it is Bread and not Flesh after Consecration.
5. The Church of England condemns Transubstantiation, as being contradictory to Sense, Reason, and Scripture. Our Senses tell us it is Bred and not Flesh After Consecration.
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But if these words of our Saviour be taken in a literal Sense, as they take them, they are so far from being plain, that their Learned men are very much divided about the meaning of them.
But if these words of our Saviour be taken in a literal Sense, as they take them, they Are so Far from being plain, that their Learned men Are very much divided about the meaning of them.
For ask them only what is the subject of the Proposition, or what is denoted by this demonstrative Pronoun Hoc or This; and you will find them mightily at a loss about it;
For ask them only what is the Subject of the Proposition, or what is denoted by this demonstrative Pronoun Hoc or This; and you will find them mightily At a loss about it;
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it signifies the Lords passing the Children of the Israelites, when he destroyed all the First-born of Egypt. Now if, according to this known Dialect of Scripture, we interpret our Saviours words, This is my body, the meaning will be plain and natural, this bread does signifie or represent my body.
it signifies the lords passing the Children of the Israelites, when he destroyed all the Firstborn of Egypt. Now if, according to this known Dialect of Scripture, we interpret our Saviors words, This is my body, the meaning will be plain and natural, this bred does signify or represent my body.
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For it follows presently after, I will not drink henceforth of the fruit of the vine, saith Christ, until that day when I drink it new with you in my fathers kingdom.
For it follows presently After, I will not drink henceforth of the fruit of the vine, Says christ, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's Kingdom.
but to worship such Pictures or Images, is as S. Paul speaks, Rom. 1. to change the glory of the incorruptible God into an Image made like unto corruptible Man, and to Birds.
but to worship such Pictures or Images, is as S. Paul speaks, Rom. 1. to change the glory of the incorruptible God into an Image made like unto corruptible Man, and to Birds.
the foundation of Apostles and Prophets The Temple of old was called the house of Prayer, to denote that Religious Prayer is a principal part of the Worship of God;
the Foundation of Apostles and prophets The Temple of old was called the house of Prayer, to denote that Religious Prayer is a principal part of the Worship of God;
and does not our Saviour say expresly, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve? To hear mental Prayers belongs only to God, who alone trieth the reins and searcheth the heart;
and does not our Saviour say expressly, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve? To hear mental Prayers belongs only to God, who alone trieth the reins and Searches the heart;
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By these few Instances which I have given, and I might have given you many more, it cannot but be evident to all serious unprejudiced persons, that the Church of England keeps close to the Rule of the Scripture,
By these few Instances which I have given, and I might have given you many more, it cannot but be evident to all serious unprejudiced Persons, that the Church of England keeps close to the Rule of the Scripture,
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as Bishop Andrews Reports, made this offer to Q. Elizabeth, that if she would but own his Supremacy, he would confirm our way of serving God in all things appertaining to his Worship in the very same manner as we now do.
as Bishop Andrews Reports, made this offer to Q. Elizabeth, that if she would but own his Supremacy, he would confirm our Way of serving God in all things appertaining to his Worship in the very same manner as we now do.
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Sure this Holy Father would never have confirmed the Religion of the Church of England, had he not thought it consonant to the Doctrine of the Apostles.
Sure this Holy Father would never have confirmed the Religion of the Church of England, had he not Thought it consonant to the Doctrine of the Apostles.
and beseech you to continue stedfast in the Communion of the Church of England. It is the chief design of St. Paul in this Epistle, to keep the Ephesians stedfast in the Faith of Christ:
and beseech you to continue steadfast in the Communion of the Church of England. It is the chief Design of Saint Paul in this Epistle, to keep the Ephesians steadfast in the Faith of christ:
We must resemble those best of Christians, of whom it is said, Acts 2. 42. That they continued stedfast in the Apostles Doctrine and fellowship: But alas!
We must resemble those best of Christians, of whom it is said, Acts 2. 42. That they continued steadfast in the Apostles Doctrine and fellowship: But alas!
If Naamans Preferment be inconsistent with his Religion, you must allow him a dispensation, and permit him to bow in the House of Rimmon: and to name no more, rather than Pilate will hazard the loss of Caesars favour, he will pronounce our Saviour innocent one hour, and condemn him the next.
If Naamans Preferment be inconsistent with his Religion, you must allow him a Dispensation, and permit him to bow in the House of Rimmon: and to name no more, rather than Pilate will hazard the loss of Caesars favour, he will pronounce our Saviour innocent one hour, and condemn him the next.
But those that are sober and serious in the World, they will remember such Texts of Scripture as these, Prove all things, hold fast that which is good.
But those that Are Sobrium and serious in the World, they will Remember such Texts of Scripture as these, Prove all things, hold fast that which is good.
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2. Pet. 3. 17. Nay St. Iude carries the duty one step higher, and tells us we must contend earnestly for the Faith which was once delivered unto the Saints.
2. Pet. 3. 17. Nay Saint Iude carries the duty one step higher, and tells us we must contend earnestly for the Faith which was once Delivered unto the Saints.
And if St. Iude would have the Primitive Christians not barely own, but even contend, and that earnestly for the faith, when they groaned under the heavy Persecutions of Pagan Emperours;
And if Saint Iude would have the Primitive Christians not barely own, but even contend, and that earnestly for the faith, when they groaned under the heavy Persecutions of Pagan emperors;
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Yea, if we will believe our Apostle in the Verses following my Text, every Christian does now grow into an holy Temple in the Lord, he becomes an habitation where God vouchsafes to dwell,
Yea, if we will believe our Apostle in the Verses following my Text, every Christian does now grow into an holy Temple in the Lord, he becomes an habitation where God vouchsafes to dwell,
who have the Honour and the Privilege to lodge and entertain their God! What Joys and Comforts will now crowd into the Soul, and attend this glorious Guest!
who have the Honour and the Privilege to lodge and entertain their God! What Joys and Comforts will now crowd into the Soul, and attend this glorious Guest!
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and if they make a just improvement of that Grace which is afforded them, they shall hereafter be admitted into the Society and Fellowship of Saints and Angels.
and if they make a just improvement of that Grace which is afforded them, they shall hereafter be admitted into the Society and Fellowship of Saints and Angels.
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How great an Honour, how great a Priviledge was it thought of Old to be a free Citizen of Rome, and to have a right to all the Offices and Franchises of that Imperial City? So highly valuable was this Freedom, that the chief Captain in the Acts tells us, he did not obtain it but with a great sum of Mony.
How great an Honour, how great a Privilege was it Thought of Old to be a free Citizen of Room, and to have a right to all the Offices and Franchises of that Imperial city? So highly valuable was this Freedom, that the chief Captain in the Acts tells us, he did not obtain it but with a great sum of Money.
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that if they are of the houshold of God, and built upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, then they are fellow citizens with the Saints, that is, Denizons of Heaven,
that if they Are of the household of God, and built upon the Foundation of the Apostles and prophets, then they Are fellow Citizens with the Saints, that is, Denizen of Heaven,
St. Paul tells us, Heb. 12. That here dwell an innumerable company of glorious Angels, the general Assembly of the First-born, That is, the Holy Apostles the First-born of the Gospel, the Spirits of Prophets, Martyrs, Confessors,
Saint Paul tells us, Hebrew 12. That Here dwell an innumerable company of glorious Angels, the general Assembly of the Firstborn, That is, the Holy Apostles the Firstborn of the Gospel, the Spirits of prophets, Martyrs, Confessors,
To be Citizens therefore of this Heavenly Ierusalem, is to enjoy the most ravishing Society of Saints and Angels, to be admitted to the Beatifick Vision of God himself,
To be Citizens Therefore of this Heavenly Ierusalem, is to enjoy the most ravishing Society of Saints and Angels, to be admitted to the Beatific Vision of God himself,
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we shall find more ingredients of horror in this Condemnation, if we consider that Christ threatens to deny such a Sinner before his Father and the Holy Angels.
we shall find more ingredients of horror in this Condemnation, if we Consider that christ threatens to deny such a Sinner before his Father and the Holy Angels.
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