New-Englands duty and interest to be an habitation of justice and mountain of holiness containing doctrine, caution, & comfort : with something relating to the restaurations, reformations, and benedictions promised to the church and world in the latter dayes : with grounds of hope, that America in general & New-England in particular may may have a part therein : preached to the General Assembly of the Province of the Massachusetts-Bay, at the anniversary election, May 25, 1698 / by Nicholas Noyes ...
and had his Pen dipped in waters of Gall, that like a Comet foretold the fates of Kings and Kingdoms, that denounced Sword, Famine, Pestilence, Captivity,
and had his Pen dipped in waters of Gall, that like a Cometam foretold the fates of Kings and Kingdoms, that denounced Sword, Famine, Pestilence, Captivity,
and such like Judgments against Judah, for their Apostacy, Impi•t•, Iniquity, Impenitency, and Incorrigibleness, and made the Cup of Divine Fury to go round among the Nations, he hath now and then a little sweetning put into his mouth,
and such like Judgments against Judah, for their Apostasy, Impi•t•, Iniquity, Impenitency, and Incorrigibleness, and made the Cup of Divine Fury to go round among the nations, he hath now and then a little sweetening put into his Mouth,
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and treats Prophetically of the Restauration of the Jews, the Coming and Kingdom of the Messiah, the manifestation of the New Covenant, the Gathering & Enlarging of the Catholick Church, consisting of Jews and Gentiles, with all the happy turns,
and treats Prophetically of the Restauration of the jews, the Coming and Kingdom of the Messiah, the manifestation of the New Covenant, the Gathering & Enlarging of the Catholic Church, consisting of jews and Gentiles, with all the happy turns,
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1. And then we shall find that these words shew forth historically what the Land of Judea, and more especially Jerusalem, formerly had been, viz. a Habitation of Justice, and Mountain of Holiness.
1. And then we shall find that these words show forth historically what the Land of Judea, and more especially Jerusalem, formerly had been, viz. a Habitation of justice, and Mountain of Holiness.
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For if while they were holy and righteous, they were happy and prosperous; and upon their Degeneration their felicity departed, and woful miseries ensued;
For if while they were holy and righteous, they were happy and prosperous; and upon their Degeneration their felicity departed, and woeful misery's ensued;
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and were like to continue till their reformation, no doubt in point of duty, they ought always to have been a Habitation of Justice, and Mountain of Holin £.
and were like to continue till their Reformation, no doubt in point of duty, they ought always to have been a Habitation of justice, and Mountain of Holin £.
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the Abstract being put for the Concrete, the Dutch Translation hath it, when I shall turn away their Captivity, the sence is the same with that v. 16. they shall come again from the Land of the Enemy.
the Abstract being put for the Concrete, the Dutch translation hath it, when I shall turn away their Captivity, the sense is the same with that v. 16. they shall come again from the Land of the Enemy.
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the phrase is of like import with that, Isa. 48.8. wast called a transgressor from the womb, that is truly so called, for thou wast a Transgressor from the womb;
the phrase is of like import with that, Isaiah 48.8. waste called a transgressor from the womb, that is truly so called, for thou wast a Transgressor from the womb;
so for Peace-makers to be Called the Children of God, means they shall be so, Mat. 5.9. From the Speech then we may infer, God promised that Religion and Righteousness should flourish again in the Land of Judah, and in the Cities thereof.
so for Peacemakers to be Called the Children of God, means they shall be so, Mathew 5.9. From the Speech then we may infer, God promised that Religion and Righteousness should flourish again in the Land of Judah, and in the Cities thereof.
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3. The promise of a Divine Benediction; men should wish it them, and God would give it them, they shall yet again use this Speech, the Lord bless thee, which is the instituted form of Blessing contracted;
3. The promise of a Divine Benediction; men should wish it them, and God would give it them, they shall yet again use this Speech, the Lord bless thee, which is the instituted from of Blessing contracted;
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and it intends, that as for their Sins God had made them a Curse, even to a proverb of reproach and de•ision, acco•ding as God had threatned them. Deut. 28.37.
and it intends, that as for their Sins God had made them a Curse, even to a proverb of reproach and de•ision, acco•ding as God had threatened them. Deuteronomy 28.37.
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It is manifest by the premises, that the Prophesie and threefold Promise is not intended so much of what men should say, but of what God would DO for his people, viz. Restore, Reform, and Bless them.
It is manifest by the premises, that the Prophesy and threefold Promise is not intended so much of what men should say, but of what God would DO for his people, viz. Restore, Reform, and Bless them.
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but the Jews may moreover be considered as a Prophetical Type of the Christian Church in the times of the Messias, which times are related to in the very foregoing verse, A Woman shall compass a man;
but the jews may moreover be considered as a Prophetical Type of the Christian Church in the times of the Messias, which times Are related to in the very foregoing verse, A Woman shall compass a man;
a new thing in deed, for a Woman to be the Mother of him that was God, though not of the God Head, yet of the Humane Nature received into Personal Union with the Son of God.
a new thing in deed, for a Woman to be the Mother of him that was God, though not of the God Head, yet of the Humane Nature received into Personal union with the Son of God.
and some of the Blessings promised, were the manifestation of the New-Covenant, the Gathering and Enlarging the Catholick Church, writing the Law in the heart &c. which the Apostle to the Hebrews refers to Gospel times. Heb. 8 10, 11.12.
and Some of the Blessings promised, were the manifestation of the New-covenant, the Gathering and Enlarging the Catholic Church, writing the Law in the heart etc. which the Apostle to the Hebrews refers to Gospel times. Hebrew 8 10, 11.12.
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thus the New Testament teacheth us to in•erpret, accommodate and apply to our selves, Texts of the Old Testament. See Rom. 15.4. For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our Learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope. So 1 Co. 10.11. Now all these things hapned unto them for ensamples, and are written for our instruction on whom the ends of the world are come So also 2 Tim. 3.16.
thus the New Testament Teaches us to in•erpret, accommodate and apply to our selves, Texts of the Old Testament. See Rom. 15.4. For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our Learning, that we through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope. So 1 Co. 10.11. Now all these things happened unto them for ensamples, and Are written for our instruction on whom the ends of the world Are come So also 2 Tim. 3.16.
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and so the same word in the text rendred Justice, is in many other texts, rendred Righteousness. See Isa. 1.26. Afterward thou shalt be called the City of Righteousness.
and so the same word in the text rendered justice, is in many other texts, rendered Righteousness. See Isaiah 1.26. Afterwards thou shalt be called the city of Righteousness.
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or that is full of righteous persons: the Abstract being put for the Concrete: Compare it with Isa. 1.21. It was full of Judgment, Righteousness lodged in it;
or that is full of righteous Persons: the Abstract being put for the Concrete: Compare it with Isaiah 1.21. It was full of Judgement, Righteousness lodged in it;
A. Some times it is taken in so large a sence as to comprehend in it conformity to the whole Decalogue, but when it is joyned with and yet distinguished from righteousness, it intends conformity to the first Table of the Law, or four first Commandments:
A. some times it is taken in so large a sense as to comprehend in it conformity to the Whole Decalogue, but when it is joined with and yet distinguished from righteousness, it intends conformity to the First Table of the Law, or four First commandments:
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once for all for preventing mistake, I declare I intend not only that which is commonly called Morality, but conformity to the whole Doctrine which is according to Godliness, & that Obedience to which men are Created in Christ Jesus, & that Grace which men derive from him through the holy Spirit in Regeneration and Sanctification, whereby they are enabled to live to God and serve him in Holiness and Righteousness.
once for all for preventing mistake, I declare I intend not only that which is commonly called Morality, but conformity to the Whole Doctrine which is according to Godliness, & that obedience to which men Are Created in christ jesus, & that Grace which men derive from him through the holy Spirit in Regeneration and Sanctification, whereby they Are enabled to live to God and serve him in Holiness and Righteousness.
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but the Holy God; there was the holy Temple, the holy Oracle, the holy Ordinances and holy Assemblies, the beauty of holiness, the habitation of Gods holiness, the Throne of his holiness, the Courts of his holiness,
but the Holy God; there was the holy Temple, the holy Oracle, the holy Ordinances and holy Assemblies, the beauty of holiness, the habitation of God's holiness, the Throne of his holiness, the Courts of his holiness,
and excel other places therein, as much as Judea did other lands, and Jerusalem did other Cities in the day that they were Holiness to the Lord So you have the meaning of the Text,
and excel other places therein, as much as Judea did other Lands, and Jerusalem did other Cities in the day that they were Holiness to the Lord So you have the meaning of the Text,
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II. That such People and Places as profess the Christian Religion, may expect to be Happy or Miserable, according as it goeth with them, as to Holiness and Righteousness. DOCT.
II That such People and Places as profess the Christian Religion, may expect to be Happy or Miserable, according as it Goes with them, as to Holiness and Righteousness. DOCT.
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and so capable of honouring or dishonouring, of ob•ying or disobeying him that made him, and then leave it to his liberty, whether he would own and honour his maker, yea or no;
and so capable of honouring or Dishonoring, of ob•ying or disobeying him that made him, and then leave it to his liberty, whither he would own and honour his maker, yea or no;
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whether they would sanctify the Great and Dreadful Name of God, or prophane it by Blasphemy, Perjury or Irreverence in his Worship? Could special worship be due from man to God,
whither they would sanctify the Great and Dreadful Name of God, or profane it by Blasphemy, Perjury or Irreverence in his Worship? Could special worship be due from man to God,
and yet no set Time be appointed by God for it, and seperated and so sanctified for that holy end and use? and when God had by his own Example and Revelation of his will notifyed what proportion of time for his peculiar Service, was best pleasing to him and most proper for us:
and yet no Set Time be appointed by God for it, and separated and so sanctified for that holy end and use? and when God had by his own Exampl and Revelation of his will notified what proportion of time for his peculiar Service, was best pleasing to him and most proper for us:
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whether he would religiously observe it, yea or no? Thus it is and could be no otherwise with man, relating to the first and great Commandment, and there is a second like to it, thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self:
whither he would religiously observe it, yea or no? Thus it is and could be no otherwise with man, relating to the First and great Commandment, and there is a second like to it, thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self:
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and our neighbours in Subordination to God and for his sake. If God had intended, to have sent out man into the world like the wild Ass free, he would have made him like him:
and our neighbours in Subordination to God and for his sake. If God had intended, to have sent out man into the world like the wild Ass free, he would have made him like him:
Seeing man was made by God and like God, & for God; it must of necessity be mans duty to live to God & like God: and seeing that the Moral Law bears the Image of Gods holiness and righteousness, it must needs be immutable;
Seeing man was made by God and like God, & for God; it must of necessity be men duty to live to God & like God: and seeing that the Moral Law bears the Image of God's holiness and righteousness, it must needs be immutable;
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and till man ceaseth to be Gods Creature, or God ceaseth to be holy & righteous (which can never be) mans obligation to be holy and righteous, is as sacred and inviolable as ever;
and till man ceases to be God's Creature, or God ceases to be holy & righteous (which can never be) men obligation to be holy and righteous, is as sacred and inviolable as ever;
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and although the Covenant of Grace was some way dispens'd though darkly, whereby it appeared that some were exempt from the Curse of the law, yet was there not the least intimation that any were released from under the Obligation of it to Obedience. Paul in Rom. 5.13. proveth indisputably that the Law was in the world before the Sinai-Promulgation of it, and the History of Cain, Abel, Seth, Enoch, Noah, &c. offer irrefragable proof that God insisted on holiness and righteousness in the old world;
and although the Covenant of Grace was Some Way dispensed though darkly, whereby it appeared that Some were exempt from the Curse of the law, yet was there not the least intimation that any were released from under the Obligation of it to obedience. Paul in Rom. 5.13. Proves indisputably that the Law was in the world before the Sinai-Promulgation of it, and the History of Cain, Abel, Seth, Enoch, Noah, etc. offer irrefragable proof that God insisted on holiness and righteousness in the old world;
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the New world was equally obliged to holiness and righteousness, if not more, seeing they had seen one day of Judgment, & the flood come upon the ungodly and unrighteous, 2 Pet. 2.5.
the New world was equally obliged to holiness and righteousness, if not more, seeing they had seen one day of Judgement, & the flood come upon the ungodly and unrighteous, 2 Pet. 2.5.
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Job 22.15, 16, 17. Hast thou marked the old way which wicked men have trodden? whose foundation was over flown with a flood &c. Though the Language of man was confounded,
Job 22.15, 16, 17. Hast thou marked the old Way which wicked men have trodden? whose Foundation was over flown with a flood etc. Though the Language of man was confounded,
yet was not the Law confounded at Babel, nor did the Abrahamitical Covenant, or Gospel as Preached to Abraham discharge him or his Posterity from the Authority of the Law, requiring holiness and righteousness:
yet was not the Law confounded At Babel, nor did the Abrahamitical Covenant, or Gospel as Preached to Abraham discharge him or his Posterity from the authority of the Law, requiring holiness and righteousness:
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Reason 4. The peculiar Covenant which God made with the Jews of which Moses was Mediator, did make them a people nearer and dearer to God than other people,
Reason 4. The peculiar Covenant which God made with the jews of which Moses was Mediator, did make them a people nearer and Dearer to God than other people,
So far was the law of holiness and righteousness, from being abrogated, that the Jews had it re-enforced upon them with new motives from Law and Gratitude,
So Far was the law of holiness and righteousness, from being abrogated, that the jews had it reenforced upon them with new motives from Law and Gratitude,
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Reason 5. The Gospel doth no ways relax the authority of the Royal Law, as it is a rule of holy and righteous living Our Saviour sayeth, Think not that I am come to destroy the Law;
Reason 5. The Gospel does not ways relax the Authority of the Royal Law, as it is a Rule of holy and righteous living Our Saviour Saith, Think not that I am come to destroy the Law;
Zacharias his triumph in the prospect of Christ was that we might serve God in holiness and righteousness all our days without fear, (that is, without servile & tormenting fear) not without that which is filial,
Zacharias his triumph in the prospect of christ was that we might serve God in holiness and righteousness all our days without Fear, (that is, without servile & tormenting Fear) not without that which is filial,
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and exercised himself to keep a Conscience void of offence toward God and toward men. 1 Cor. 9.21. Act. 24.16. Paul was an eminent Minister of Jesus Christ, and Preached the unsearchable riches of Christ, and yet declareth to the Romans, that the wrath of God is revealed from Heaven, against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men. Rom. 1.18. and in many other texts to the same effect:
and exercised himself to keep a Conscience void of offence towards God and towards men. 1 Cor. 9.21. Act. 24.16. Paul was an eminent Minister of jesus christ, and Preached the unsearchable riches of christ, and yet Declareth to the Roman, that the wrath of God is revealed from Heaven, against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men. Rom. 1.18. and in many other texts to the same Effect:
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So that if the Apostle say less by way of motive from temporal rewards & punishments, it is partly because that is said already under the old Testament, which is still in use and force, as to holiness and righteousness;
So that if the Apostle say less by Way of motive from temporal rewards & punishments, it is partly Because that is said already under the old Testament, which is still in use and force, as to holiness and righteousness;
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and because that praetermission is abundantly recompenced, by the frequent mention of eternal rewards and punishments. 1 Cor. 6.9. Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God. Heb. 12.14. Without holiness no man shall see the Lord.
and Because that pretermission is abundantly recompensed, by the frequent mention of Eternal rewards and punishments. 1 Cor. 6.9. Know you not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God. Hebrew 12.14. Without holiness no man shall see the Lord.
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Because they profess they take the holy and righteous God for their God, and Jesus Christ the righteous for their Lord and Saviour, and devote themselvs to him:
Because they profess they take the holy and righteous God for their God, and jesus christ the righteous for their Lord and Saviour, and devote themselves to him:
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and by Baptism, like an Oath of Allegiance, oblige themselves to imitate and obey him, and constantly to pray to be Renewed after his Image in holiness and righteousness;
and by Baptism, like an Oath of Allegiance, oblige themselves to imitate and obey him, and constantly to pray to be Renewed After his Image in holiness and righteousness;
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and profess themselves moved to holiness and righteousness, by the Spirit of Christ, the Grace of Christ, the Law of Christ, the Love of Christ, the Example of Christ, the Name and Honour of Christ,
and profess themselves moved to holiness and righteousness, by the Spirit of christ, the Grace of christ, the Law of christ, the Love of christ, the Exampl of christ, the Name and Honour of christ,
II. That such People and Places as profess the Christian Religion, may expect to be Happy or Miserable, according as it goeth with them, as to Holiness and Righteousness.
II That such People and Places as profess the Christian Religion, may expect to be Happy or Miserable, according as it Goes with them, as to Holiness and Righteousness.
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and that then they were Saluted of men, loved, esteem'd and pray'd for by men, and Blessed by God; that thus it was once, is evident. Jer. 2.3. Israel was holiness to the Lord, that is, very holy, the first fruits of his increase:
and that then they were Saluted of men, loved, esteemed and prayed for by men, and Blessed by God; that thus it was once, is evident. Jer. 2.3. Israel was holiness to the Lord, that is, very holy, the First fruits of his increase:
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In the Love of their Espousals they followed the Lord into the Wilderness, like to what is prophesyed of the One hundred forty four-thousand. Rev. 14.1. They appeared on Mount Sion with the Lamb, and have his fathers name written on their foreheads:
In the Love of their Espousals they followed the Lord into the Wilderness, like to what is prophesied of the One hundred forty four-thousand. Rev. 14.1. They appeared on Mount Sion with the Lamb, and have his Father's name written on their foreheads:
If you had lookt for Charity, Equity Honesty, Verity and fair Dealing, yea Justice Commutative or Distributive, you might have found them dwelling in Jerusalem. And while things went thus, they were very happy;
If you had looked for Charity, Equity Honesty, Verity and fair Dealing, yea justice Commutative or Distributive, you might have found them Dwelling in Jerusalem. And while things went thus, they were very happy;
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the Habitation of their Righteousness was prosperous: they had peace and plenty, health and safety. This is so evident that the Lord appeals to themselves whether it was not so. Jer. 22.15. Did not thy father eat and drink and do Justice and Judgment, and then it was well with him. So Jer. 2.5. What Iniquity have your fathers found in me? implying that till they causelesly departed from God, things went well with them.
the Habitation of their Righteousness was prosperous: they had peace and plenty, health and safety. This is so evident that the Lord appeals to themselves whither it was not so. Jer. 22.15. Did not thy father eat and drink and do justice and Judgement, and then it was well with him. So Jer. 2.5. What Iniquity have your Father's found in me? implying that till they causelessly departed from God, things went well with them.
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yea in their best times, there was something wanting that could not be numbred, and something crooked that could not be made streight, as their history sheweth;
yea in their best times, there was something wanting that could not be numbered, and something crooked that could not be made straight, as their history shows;
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when in Solomons time it is said, that they had no adversary or evil occurrent, it must be understood Comparatively, and so the sence is, there had been a time when holiness and righteousness had flourished extraordinarily in Judea and Jerusalem, and at that time they were extraordinarily happy, enjoyed the favour of God in very peculiar Instances,
when in Solomons time it is said, that they had no adversary or evil occurrent, it must be understood Comparatively, and so the sense is, there had been a time when holiness and righteousness had flourished extraordinarily in Judea and Jerusalem, and At that time they were extraordinarily happy, enjoyed the favour of God in very peculiar Instances,
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and Jeremiah was in this, one of the unhappiest of all the holy Prophets, in that he lived to see his woful Prophesies turned into History. The man that did not only foresee, but lived to see affliction by the rod of Gods Wrath:
and Jeremiah was in this, one of the unhappiest of all the holy prophets, in that he lived to see his woeful prophecies turned into History. The man that did not only foresee, but lived to see affliction by the rod of God's Wrath:
yea he lived to write doleful Lamentations over the Accomplishment of his own direful and dismal Prophesies, and to see the People as miserable as he had seen them sinful.
yea he lived to write doleful Lamentations over the Accomplishment of his own direful and dismal prophecies, and to see the People as miserable as he had seen them sinful.
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3. That it was not only so as you have heard in one instance, but it was Gods way and manner of dealing with his own People the Jews, to deal out happiness or misery to them, according as they dealt with him, in matters of holiness and righteousness:
3. That it was not only so as you have herd in one instance, but it was God's Way and manner of dealing with his own People the jews, to deal out happiness or misery to them, according as they dealt with him, in matters of holiness and righteousness:
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but when they walk ▪ Contrary to God, his way was to walk Contrary to them; when it was their way to grieve him with their impieties and iniquities, it was his way to vex them with various adversities. See 2 Chron 15.2. The Lord is with you while ye be with him, and if ye seek him, he will be found of you:
but when they walk ▪ Contrary to God, his Way was to walk Contrary to them; when it was their Way to grieve him with their impieties and iniquities, it was his Way to vex them with various adversities. See 2 Chronicles 15.2. The Lord is with you while you be with him, and if you seek him, he will be found of you:
So that if a man had known before hand now that People would have acted towards God and one another, he might have written their History in a good measure, before things came to pass.
So that if a man had known before hand now that People would have acted towards God and one Another, he might have written their History in a good measure, before things Come to pass.
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and was wont to distinguish between weakness and wickedness, between Sins of Infirmity, and Sins of Enormity. His Severities were for the most part against presumptuous Sinners,
and was wont to distinguish between weakness and wickedness, between Sins of Infirmity, and Sins of Enormity. His Severities were for the most part against presumptuous Sinners,
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There were also at that time by Divine Appointment, Sacrifices of Expiation and Atonement, not only for particular persons, but for the Congregation; not only for the Sins of private persons, but of the Priests & Rulers also.
There were also At that time by Divine Appointment, Sacrifices of Expiation and Atonement, not only for particular Persons, but for the Congregation; not only for the Sins of private Persons, but of the Priests & Rulers also.
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God hath but One Church, Christ hath but one Body; from the beginning to the end of the World. Cant. 6.9. Eph 5.23, 25, 27. 3. This Law requiring Holiness and Righteousness, is the same:
God hath but One Church, christ hath but one Body; from the beginning to the end of the World. Cant 6.9. Ephesians 5.23, 25, 27. 3. This Law requiring Holiness and Righteousness, is the same:
5. They were under the Covenant of Grace as well as we? and we under the authority and direction of the Law, as well as they. Heb. 4.2. plainly affirms, that they had the Gospel preached to them, and in James 2.8 it is evident, that Christians are required to fulfil the Royal Law. When Paul saith, Believers are not under the Law;
5. They were under the Covenant of Grace as well as we? and we under the Authority and direction of the Law, as well as they. Hebrew 4.2. plainly affirms, that they had the Gospel preached to them, and in James 2.8 it is evident, that Christians Are required to fulfil the Royal Law. When Paul Says, Believers Are not under the Law;
7. The Apostle saith, that Godliness hath the promise of the life that now is, as well as of that which is to come. 1 Tim. 4.8. and consequently Ungodliness hath the Threatning of the life that now is, as well as of that which is to come.
7. The Apostle Says, that Godliness hath the promise of the life that now is, as well as of that which is to come. 1 Tim. 4.8. and consequently Ungodliness hath the Threatening of the life that now is, as well as of that which is to come.
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And of like import is that, 1 Pet. 3.10, 11, 12. He that will love life and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, &c. for the Eyes of the Lord are over the Righteous;
And of like import is that, 1 Pet. 3.10, 11, 12. He that will love life and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, etc. for the Eyes of the Lord Are over the Righteous;
8. Gods Judicial Proceedings with his professing people in the Old World, and afterwards, till Moses 's time, were much what the same as they were afterward,
8. God's Judicial Proceedings with his professing people in the Old World, and afterwards, till Moses is time, were much what the same as they were afterwards,
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9. Experience hath convinced the Christian Churches of this; and many of the New-Testament Promises, Threatnings, Argumentations and Prophesies, show the truth of it.
9. Experience hath convinced the Christian Churches of this; and many of the New testament Promises, Threatenings, Argumentations and prophecies, show the truth of it.
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All this notwithstanding, I would not be understood, as if the Dispensations of God now did exactly quadrate with his Dispensations to the Jews, before Christ came.
All this notwithstanding, I would not be understood, as if the Dispensations of God now did exactly quadrate with his Dispensations to the jews, before christ Come.
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and temporal promises and threatnings more frequently insisted on, and the accomplishment more visible and conspicuous, and Dispensations more Corporal;
and temporal promises and threatenings more frequently insisted on, and the accomplishment more visible and conspicuous, and Dispensations more Corporal;
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And the same is evident by all the Epistles to the Churches of Asia, in which it is manifest, that our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath the Government of the Church,
And the same is evident by all the Epistles to the Churches of Asia, in which it is manifest, that our Lord jesus christ, who hath the Government of the Church,
Obj. Doth not Solomon say that all things come alike to all, and that there is one event to the Righteous and to the Wicked? &c. Eccle. 9 1, 2. A. Solomons meaning is not that it is alwayes so, but that it is sometimes so, and that notwithstanding temporal promises and threatnings, God hath reserves for the display of his Soveraignty, whereby unbelievers will be hardned in their sin;
Object Does not Solomon say that all things come alike to all, and that there is one event to the Righteous and to the Wicked? etc. Eccle. 9 1, 2. A. Solomons meaning is not that it is always so, but that it is sometime so, and that notwithstanding temporal promises and threatenings, God hath reserves for the display of his Sovereignty, whereby unbelievers will be hardened in their since;
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and good men will be humbled, and their faith and patience exercised. And although there be not a full discrimination between the good & bad at present;
and good men will be humbled, and their faith and patience exercised. And although there be not a full discrimination between the good & bad At present;
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And although God's Justice doth not always appear to purblind man, yet it doth so often appear, that God is known by his Judgments that he executeth. Psal. 9.16. So that a man shall say, verily there is a reward for the Righteous, verily he is a God that Judgeth in the earth.
And although God's justice does not always appear to purblind man, yet it does so often appear, that God is known by his Judgments that he Executeth. Psalm 9.16. So that a man shall say, verily there is a reward for the Righteous, verily he is a God that Judgeth in the earth.
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That Kingdom of Priests, that holy Nation, in which Religion & Justice some time dwelt and flourished, was in Jeremiah's time degenerate, revolted and gone, all ranks & orders of men had greatly corrupted themselves.
That Kingdom of Priests, that holy nation, in which Religion & justice Some time dwelled and flourished, was in Jeremiah's time degenerate, revolted and gone, all ranks & order of men had greatly corrupted themselves.
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This hath been already demonstrated, and the Churches that were of the Apostles planting, if we compare the Scripture account of them, with Ecclesiastical history concerning them,
This hath been already demonstrated, and the Churches that were of the Apostles planting, if we compare the Scripture account of them, with Ecclesiastical history Concerning them,
and their affairs, it would call for tears, rather than further testimony. Declension is down hill and natural; Corruption weighs men down ward. — Facilis descensus Averni.
and their affairs, it would call for tears, rather than further testimony. Declension is down hill and natural; Corruption weighs men down ward. — Facilis descensus Averni.
If men deal falsely and basely and treacherously with God, they do but like themselves. Hos. 6.7. They like men (or like Adam as it may be rendred) have transgressed my Covenant, there have they dealt treacherously with me.
If men deal falsely and basely and treacherously with God, they do but like themselves. Hos. 6.7. They like men (or like Adam as it may be rendered) have transgressed my Covenant, there have they dealt treacherously with me.
when the Sun and the wind rise, will pass away like a morning Cloud: the subtle insinuations of Seducers, a Spirit of error, the force of evil examples, New temptations and occasions, all,
when the Sun and the wind rise, will pass away like a morning Cloud: the subtle insinuations of Seducers, a Spirit of error, the force of evil Examples, New temptations and occasions, all,
1. God Can do it if he Will. That is not altogether incredible which is not impossible. What can not Omnipotency do? Unbelief and distrust is many times bottom'd upon scrupling the Power of God.
1. God Can do it if he Will. That is not altogether incredible which is not impossible. What can not Omnipotency do? Unbelief and distrust is many times bottomed upon Scrutining the Power of God.
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Psa. 78.19, 20. They said, Can God furnish a Table in the Wilderness? can he give bread also? can he provide flesh for his people? So that they are taxt with not believing in God, nor trusting in his Salvation.
Psa. 78.19, 20. They said, Can God furnish a Table in the Wilderness? can he give bred also? can he provide Flesh for his people? So that they Are taxed with not believing in God, nor trusting in his Salvation.
Rom. 4 17, 18, 20, 21. Such a degenerate and desolate People, are much in circumstances for Restoration and Reformation, as the bodies of Abraham and Sarah were in for Propagation. But what cant he do that quickens the dead? The belief of Gods power facilitates the belief of his good will:
Rom. 4 17, 18, 20, 21. Such a degenerate and desolate People, Are much in Circumstances for Restoration and Reformation, as the bodies of Abraham and Sarah were in for Propagation. But what Cant he do that quickens the dead? The belief of God's power facilitates the belief of his good will:
That which seemeth impossible to men because of their impotency, is not difficult to God because of his Omnipotency: Though this case be very difficult, next to impossible, yet it is not desperate:
That which seems impossible to men Because of their impotency, is not difficult to God Because of his Omnipotency: Though this case be very difficult, next to impossible, yet it is not desperate:
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Infinite mercy can find motive in it self, when there is none in the Creature, and divine Soveraignty is not to be Counselled or Controlled by any Creature.
Infinite mercy can find motive in it self, when there is none in the Creature, and divine Sovereignty is not to be Counseled or Controlled by any Creature.
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If God be pleased to restore and reform such a people, whom doth he wrong? What Attribute or Word of his, doth he cross or contradict? If then Gods power render him able to do it;
If God be pleased to restore and reform such a people, whom does he wrong? What Attribute or Word of his, does he cross or contradict? If then God's power render him able to do it;
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Isa. 51.9, 10, 11. Awake, awake, O Arm of the Lord, as in the Ancient days, art not thou it that hath cut Rahab and wounded the dragon? Art thou not it that hast dryed the Sea? therefore the ransomed of the Lord shall return to Sion with singing. So 2 Cor. 1.10. Who delivered us from so great a death and doth deliver:
Isaiah 51.9, 10, 11. Awake, awake, Oh Arm of the Lord, as in the Ancient days, art not thou it that hath Cut Rahab and wounded the dragon? Art thou not it that hast dried the Sea? Therefore the ransomed of the Lord shall return to Sion with singing. So 2 Cor. 1.10. Who Delivered us from so great a death and does deliver:
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If God should restore, reform and bless such a degenerate and desolate people, it would not be the first time. Though God may seem to have cast off a professing people;
If God should restore, reform and bless such a degenerate and desolate people, it would not be the First time. Though God may seem to have cast off a professing people;
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yet he may chuse them a second time, it is no more than he hath done in the like case. Zech. 2.12. The Lord shall inherit Judah and choose Jerusalem again.
yet he may choose them a second time, it is no more than he hath done in the like case. Zechariah 2.12. The Lord shall inherit Judah and choose Jerusalem again.
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4. Notwithstanding wrath is come upon the Jews to the uttermost because they sinned to the uttermost in rejecting and crucifying the Son of God, yet, not without cause, we believe and expect that God will again restore, reform and bless them.
4. Notwithstanding wrath is come upon the jews to the uttermost Because they sinned to the uttermost in rejecting and crucifying the Son of God, yet, not without cause, we believe and expect that God will again restore, reform and bless them.
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Though they are Unchurched and Unpeopled and have been miserable as misery can make them: yet the Oracles of God give incouragement to believe that they shall again be recovered.
Though they Are Unchurched and Unpeopled and have been miserable as misery can make them: yet the Oracles of God give encouragement to believe that they shall again be recovered.
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I pray consider, who are the Israel of God now: Are not all that believe, Children of Abraham? and heirs according to promise? Is not the Blessing of Abraham come upon the Gentiles? Is God the God of the Jews only? is he not of the Gentiles also? Rom. 3.29.
I pray Consider, who Are the Israel of God now: are not all that believe, Children of Abraham? and Heirs according to promise? Is not the Blessing of Abraham come upon the Gentiles? Is God the God of the jews only? is he not of the Gentiles also? Rom. 3.29.
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who broke down the middle wall of partition and made both one; and now they were no more Strangers and Forreigners, but fellow Citizens with the Saints,
who broke down the middle wall of partition and made both one; and now they were no more Strangers and Foreigners, but fellow Citizens with the Saints,
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and were built upon the foundation of the Prophets as well as Apostles, &c. What? is there Jew and Greek, Scythian and Barbarian still? surely they are all one in Christ Jesus. Eph. 2.12, 13, Gal. 3.28. Col. 3.11.
and were built upon the Foundation of the prophets as well as Apostles, etc. What? is there Jew and Greek, Scythian and Barbarian still? surely they Are all one in christ jesus. Ephesians 2.12, 13, Gal. 3.28. Col. 3.11.
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but become in time very degenerate, and very miserable and desolate, first over run with sin, then with misery; that are either buried in their own ruins,
but become in time very degenerate, and very miserable and desolate, First over run with since, then with misery; that Are either buried in their own ruins,
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or if they flourish, it is with Antichristian or Mahometan Inhabitants for the most part; yet do Prophetick Scriptures speak of their Resurrection and Restauration.
or if they flourish, it is with Antichristian or Mahometan Inhabitants for the most part; yet do Prophetic Scriptures speak of their Resurrection and Restauration.
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What else can be the meaning of the Resurrection of the Witnesses? the Spirit of life from God entring into them after they are overcome and stain? their standing on their feet? and their ascending into Heaven? Rev. 11.11, 12. The like may be said of the Congratulatory Acclamations of Voices in Heaven saying, The Kingdoms of this World are become the Kingdoms of the Lord, and of his Christ; Rev. 11.15. See also, Rev. 15.4. All Nations shall come and worship before thee.
What Else can be the meaning of the Resurrection of the Witnesses? the Spirit of life from God entering into them After they Are overcome and stain? their standing on their feet? and their ascending into Heaven? Rev. 11.11, 12. The like may be said of the Congratulatory Acclamations of Voices in Heaven saying, The Kingdoms of this World Are become the Kingdoms of the Lord, and of his christ; Rev. 11.15. See also, Rev. 15.4. All nations shall come and worship before thee.
but for their Degeneration, were over run with the Romish Idolatry and Tyranny, and the Imposture and Oppression of the Mahometans, so that they ceased to be the Kingdoms of the Lord,
but for their Degeneration, were over run with the Romish Idolatry and Tyranny, and the Imposture and Oppression of the Mahometans, so that they ceased to be the Kingdoms of the Lord,
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The Lord Jesus field some kind of possession of the West Empire during the 1260 years of Antichrist's Reign, by his Witnesses that Prophesied all that time,
The Lord jesus field Some kind of possession of the West Empire during the 1260 Years of Antichrist's Reign, by his Witnesses that Prophesied all that time,
though in Sackcloth. He hath held possession likewise in the East Empire, notwithstanding the fury and cruelty of the Arabian and Saracen or Mahometan Harpyes:
though in sackcloth. He hath held possession likewise in the East Empire, notwithstanding the fury and cruelty of the Arabian and Saracen or Mahometan Harpies:
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I have done with the Explication and Proof of the three Doctrines, and shall croud the Application together, with what brevity the present Occasion requires, which will not permit a full Application of such copious Theams, howsoever useful it might be. USE I. Of Instruction, To teach us.
I have done with the Explication and Proof of the three Doctrines, and shall crowd the Application together, with what brevity the present Occasion requires, which will not permit a full Application of such copious Theams, howsoever useful it might be. USE I Of Instruction, To teach us.
Whilst man was holy and righteous, God loved him as his Friend, and when man became unholy and unrighteous, God loath'd him as his Enemy; and although God may love him with a love of Benevolence & of Beneficence, yet •e cannot love him with a compleat love of complacency and delight;
While man was holy and righteous, God loved him as his Friend, and when man became unholy and unrighteous, God loathed him as his Enemy; and although God may love him with a love of Benevolence & of Beneficence, yet •e cannot love him with a complete love of complacency and delight;
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yea, it is the glory of the New Jerusalem, it is called the Holy City, and the Holy Jerusalem. Rev 21.2, 10. 'tis the peculiar excellency of the New Heavens and New Earth, that righteousness dwelleth therein. 2 Pet. 3.13. The unconceivable glory of the Heaven of Heavens consists more in its holiness, than in its heighth; though it transcend in both.
yea, it is the glory of the New Jerusalem, it is called the Holy city, and the Holy Jerusalem. Rev 21.2, 10. it's the peculiar excellency of the New Heavens and New Earth, that righteousness dwells therein. 2 Pet. 3.13. The unconceivable glory of the Heaven of Heavens consists more in its holiness, than in its height; though it transcend in both.
There are some few Saints whose bodies as well as Souls are already glorifyed, and the Spirits of just men made perfect, who have received perfection of holiness.
There Are Some few Saints whose bodies as well as Souls Are already glorified, and the Spirits of just men made perfect, who have received perfection of holiness.
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The skyes pour down holiness and righteousness: there is none upon earth, but what comes down from Heaven, even from the God of all Grace, and the God of Glory, who is glorious in Holiness.
The skies pour down holiness and righteousness: there is none upon earth, but what comes down from Heaven, even from the God of all Grace, and the God of Glory, who is glorious in Holiness.
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If man had continued in the state wherein he was created, every Man and Woman and Child, had been a habitation of righteousness and mountain of holiness.
If man had continued in the state wherein he was created, every Man and Woman and Child, had been a habitation of righteousness and mountain of holiness.
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Every Family, every Society, had been a habitation of righteousness and mountain of holiness: for God made man upright, or right; that is holy and righteous. Eccles. 7.29. Man was then a Vessel of honour, sanctified and meet for the masters use.
Every Family, every Society, had been a habitation of righteousness and mountain of holiness: for God made man upright, or right; that is holy and righteous. Eccles. 7.29. Man was then a Vessel of honour, sanctified and meet for the Masters use.
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Though it be our duty to be habitually and actually holy & righteous yet we are stript of the moral Image o• God, empty of G•a•e, bent to act according to the corrupt Bials we have derived from the first Adam, which warps us away from God and his holy ways;
Though it be our duty to be habitually and actually holy & righteous yet we Are stripped of the moral Image o• God, empty of G•a•e, bent to act according to the corrupt Bials we have derived from the First Adam, which warps us away from God and his holy ways;
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Instead of being a habitation of righteousness, the heart of man is become a cage of every impious, unclean and hateful lust, Mat. 15.19. Men ate by nature since the fall, full of enmity against God;
Instead of being a habitation of righteousness, the heart of man is become a cage of every impious, unclean and hateful lust, Mathew 15.19. Men ate by nature since the fallen, full of enmity against God;
3. To teach us, That the grace and love of God towards fallen man is very wonderful, in that God gave his only Son to recover poor lost sinners out of that wicked and woful estate of unholiness and unrighteousness, that such as believe on him may be pardoned and justifyed freely through the Redemption that is in Christ Jesus,
3. To teach us, That the grace and love of God towards fallen man is very wondered, in that God gave his only Son to recover poor lost Sinners out of that wicked and woeful estate of unholiness and unrighteousness, that such as believe on him may be pardoned and justified freely through the Redemption that is in christ jesus,
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and that by the Grace of God bestowed on them in Regeneration and Sanctification, they might be recovered to the Image of God again, to put off the old man, the corrupt nature derived from the first Adam, & to put on the new man, the grace and holiness that is from Jesus Christ the second Adam, whereby they become again after the Image of God in holiness and righteousness Eph. 4 22, 23, 24. There had never been among the Posterity of fallen man a habitation of righteousness and mountain of holiness, had it not been for this wonderful love of God in Christ Jesus:
and that by the Grace of God bestowed on them in Regeneration and Sanctification, they might be recovered to the Image of God again, to put off the old man, the corrupt nature derived from the First Adam, & to put on the new man, the grace and holiness that is from jesus christ the second Adam, whereby they become again After the Image of God in holiness and righteousness Ephesians 4 22, 23, 24. There had never been among the Posterity of fallen man a habitation of righteousness and mountain of holiness, had it not been for this wondered love of God in christ jesus:
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Against this the Apostle argues, that the inheritance, was by Promise, and that God gave it to Abraham by promise, and the law which was given at Sinai 430 years after, could not disanul it;
Against this the Apostle argues, that the inheritance, was by Promise, and that God gave it to Abraham by promise, and the law which was given At Sinai 430 Years After, could not disannul it;
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and if so saith he, then Christ is dead in vain. Gal. 2.21. Gal. 3.17, 18, 21. The Jews took the law in that sence, as when Luther calls it Moses Mosissimus, a strict Covenant of works;
and if so Says he, then christ is dead in vain. Gal. 2.21. Gal. 3.17, 18, 21. The jews took the law in that sense, as when Luther calls it Moses Mosissimus, a strict Covenant of works;
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but had lost that sence of it wherein Luther calls it Moses Aaronicus. A ••arker dispensation of the Covenant of grace, a Schoolmaster to bring them to Christ.
but had lost that sense of it wherein Luther calls it Moses Aaronicus. A ••arker Dispensation of the Covenant of grace, a Schoolmaster to bring them to christ.
Acts 13.38, 39. Through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins, and by him all that belive are justifyed from all things, from which you could not be justifyed by the law of Moses.
Acts 13.38, 39. Through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of Sins, and by him all that believe Are justified from all things, from which you could not be justified by the law of Moses.
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without casting any blemish upon the law, or incouraging Sinners to continue in sin, because grace had abounded. Rom. 6.1. Compared with the foregoing Chapter:
without casting any blemish upon the law, or encouraging Sinners to continue in since, Because grace had abounded. Rom. 6.1. Compared with the foregoing Chapter:
and to live soberly, righteously and Godly in this present world. Titus 2.11, 12. 5. To teach us, That Christians in the times of the Gospel may and ought to make use of the Scriptures of the Old Testament for their Instruction, Example & Comfort.
and to live soberly, righteously and Godly in this present world. Titus 2.11, 12. 5. To teach us, That Christians in the times of the Gospel may and ought to make use of the Scriptures of the Old Testament for their Instruction, Exampl & Comfort.
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his Graces, Actions, Sufferings and benefits, and was some way instructive about moral duties: the understanding of it is many ways useful to Christians;
his Graces, Actions, Sufferings and benefits, and was Some Way instructive about moral duties: the understanding of it is many ways useful to Christians;
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The Assemblies reflection on this text is, How much more needful is this Doctrine when men would make all the law void, and not obligatory to believers.
The Assemblies reflection on this text is, How much more needful is this Doctrine when men would make all the law void, and not obligatory to believers.
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Its Historys are our Examples; either of imitation or caution. 1 Cor. 10. Now these things were our Examples, that is saith the English Annotations, God set the punishment of those Israelites as a glass or image before us, that we in them might see what we may expect,
Its Historys Are our Examples; either of imitation or caution. 1 Cor. 10. Now these things were our Examples, that is Says the English Annotations, God Set the punishment of those Israelites as a glass or image before us, that we in them might see what we may expect,
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We have also Examples of Imitation taken out of the Old Testament, & improv'd in the New. So in Heb. 11. The Examples of Antediluvian Patriarchs and Postdiluvian Patriarchs, and Kings, Priests,
We have also Examples of Imitation taken out of the Old Testament, & improved in the New. So in Hebrew 11. The Examples of Antediluvian Patriarchs and Postdiluvian Patriarchs, and Kings, Priests,
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and Prophets, Judges and Military Commanders, all famous for Exploits of Faith, Worship, and Obedience; are set before Christians for Imitation. And the Apostle argues from them, Heb. 12.1. That Cloud of Witnesses are to be followed by Christians, as the Cloud was followed by the Israelites in the Wilderness.
and prophets, Judges and Military Commanders, all famous for Exploits of Faith, Worship, and obedience; Are Set before Christians for Imitation. And the Apostle argues from them, Hebrew 12.1. That Cloud of Witnesses Are to be followed by Christians, as the Cloud was followed by the Israelites in the Wilderness.
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So Peter urgeth the Example of holy Women of old, and of Sarah in Particular, for to teach Christian Women Subjection to their Husbands, Conjugal Chastity, and Modesty of Apparel.
So Peter urges the Exampl of holy Women of old, and of Sarah in Particular, for to teach Christian Women Subjection to their Husbands, Conjugal Chastity, and Modesty of Apparel.
So Abrahams faith, and his justification by it, is set forth for an Example to Christians for their imitation, Rom. 4.4. Now it was not written for his sake alone, that it was imputed to him;
So Abrahams faith, and his justification by it, is Set forth for an Exampl to Christians for their imitation, Rom. 4.4. Now it was not written for his sake alone, that it was imputed to him;
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Children obey your Parents in the Lord for this is right. NONLATINALPHABET, Just. 2. By the Authority of the fifth Commandment. 3. By the Promise annexed;
Children obey your Parents in the Lord for this is right., Just. 2. By the authority of the fifth Commandment. 3. By the Promise annexed;
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When the Apostle saith the first Command with promise, he refers to those words, that thy days may be long in the Land which the Lord thy God giveth thee.
When the Apostle Says the First Command with promise, he refers to those words, that thy days may be long in the Land which the Lord thy God gives thee.
and mean a long and happy life in the Land of Canaan: but the Apostle writing to the Children of the Church at Ephesus, that had nothing to do with the Land of Canaan, alters the words by Analogy, and makes the promise run, that it may be well with thee,
and mean a long and happy life in the Land of Canaan: but the Apostle writing to the Children of the Church At Ephesus, that had nothing to do with the Land of Canaan, alters the words by Analogy, and makes the promise run, that it may be well with thee,
is by way of Analogical Accommodation transferred to Christians. Heb. 13.5. So Davids confident conclusion. Psal. 118.6. The Lord is on my side, I will not fear;
is by Way of Analogical Accommodation transferred to Christians. Hebrew 13.5. So Davids confident conclusion. Psalm 118.6. The Lord is on my side, I will not Fear;
What can man do unto me? is drawn into argumentation. Heb. 13.6. And the words that Solomon sp•ke to his Son. Prov. 3.11. is said to speak to the Christian Hebrews. Heb. 12.5. Ye have forgotten the Exhortation, or that consolatory Exhortation, which speaketh unto you as Children;
What can man do unto me? is drawn into argumentation. Hebrew 13.6. And the words that Solomon sp•ke to his Son. Curae 3.11. is said to speak to the Christian Hebrews. Hebrew 12.5. You have forgotten the Exhortation, or that consolatory Exhortation, which speaks unto you as Children;
Of Threatnings also applied by Analogy. Heb. 4.7.9, 11. I shall on this head only further show that Prophesies in the Old Testament are of use to Christians;
Of Threatenings also applied by Analogy. Hebrew 4.7.9, 11. I shall on this head only further show that prophecies in the Old Testament Are of use to Christians;
they help us in the belief of New-Testament Prophesies, many of them being already accomplisht, others also of them agree with Those in the Revelation, and illustrate one another,
they help us in the belief of New testament prophecies, many of them being already accomplished, Others also of them agree with Those in the Revelation, and illustrate one Another,
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as the Text and the interpretation. So also, 2 Pet. 3.13. We according to his promise look for New Heavens and a New Earth, wherein dwelleth Righteousness:
as the Text and the Interpretation. So also, 2 Pet. 3.13. We according to his promise look for New Heavens and a New Earth, wherein dwells Righteousness:
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yet were intended as Prophetick Types of Spiritual Blessings under the Messias. And they had some kind of accomplishment in Temporal Deliverances, Peace, Plenty, &c. before the Coming of Christ:
yet were intended as Prophetic Types of Spiritual Blessings under the Messias. And they had Some kind of accomplishment in Temporal Deliverances, Peace, Plenty, etc. before the Coming of christ:
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U. 6. To teach us, That by how much more similitude there is between the State & History or Circumstances of the Jews, and the State and Circumstances of any Christian people or Plantation;
U. 6. To teach us, That by how much more similitude there is between the State & History or circumstances of the jews, and the State and circumstances of any Christian people or Plantation;
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And if so, I conclude such accommodations will be easy to New England; seeing there is such considerable similitude and agreement in the circumstances of both.
And if so, I conclude such accommodations will be easy to New England; seeing there is such considerable similitude and agreement in the Circumstances of both.
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Some of which circumstances and instances of similitude, I shall modestly propound, in hope that they will be as candidly taken, as they are honestly intended.
some of which Circumstances and instances of similitude, I shall modestly propound, in hope that they will be as candidly taken, as they Are honestly intended.
1. The first Planters of the Israelitish Vineyard, or the first Plants therein, were a noble Vine, a right Seed. Jer. 2.21. The twelve Patriarchs, were all Godly, and God led them like a flock by the hand of Moses und Aaron. Israel was Holiness to the Lord. So the first Undertakers, Planters;
1. The First Planters of the Israelitish Vineyard, or the First Plants therein, were a noble Vine, a right Seed. Jer. 2.21. The twelve Patriarchs, were all Godly, and God led them like a flock by the hand of Moses and Aaron. Israel was Holiness to the Lord. So the First Undertakers, Planters;
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2. The great End for which Israel went into the Wilderness, and the Land of Canaan, was that they might Worship God according to his own Institution with more purity, and less peril, than they could do in the Countrey where they were. Exod. 8.1. Let my people go that they may Serve me. Exod. 8.27.
2. The great End for which Israel went into the Wilderness, and the Land of Canaan, was that they might Worship God according to his own Institution with more purity, and less peril, than they could do in the Country where they were. Exod 8.1. Let my people go that they may Serve me. Exod 8.27.
but Moses said, It is not meet so to do, &c. Will they not Stone us? So then, that they might worship God purely, without giving offence to others, or endangering themselves;
but Moses said, It is not meet so to do, etc. Will they not Stone us? So then, that they might worship God purely, without giving offence to Others, or endangering themselves;
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Even so was the Design of our Predecessors in coming more than three days Journey, viz. three thousand miles into this Wilderness, that they might Serve God with pure Worship according to his own Institution, without offence to others;
Even so was the Design of our Predecessors in coming more than three days Journey, viz. three thousand miles into this Wilderness, that they might Serve God with pure Worship according to his own Institution, without offence to Others;
3. As the Israelites underwent many hazards & hardships in that Enterprize, and had special assistance, preservation, provision and protection from the good Providence of God, that was very peculiar about them for good:
3. As the Israelites underwent many hazards & hardships in that Enterprise, and had special assistance, preservation, provision and protection from the good Providence of God, that was very peculiar about them for good:
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both of Sea and Land (too many to enumerate) in all which, the good Providence of God was very circumspect about them, in sending suitable and seasonable succours and supplies.
both of Sea and Land (too many to enumerate) in all which, the good Providence of God was very circumspect about them, in sending suitable and seasonable succours and supplies.
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so hath it befallen New-England. We may with grief and shame read over and meditate upon some Texts spoke of Israel. as Hos. 4.7. as they were increased so they sinned. so Josh. 2.7. The people Served the Lord all the days of Joshua, and the Elders that out lived Joshua, &c. and there arose another generation after them, which knew not the Lord.
so hath it befallen New england. We may with grief and shame read over and meditate upon Some Texts spoke of Israel. as Hos. 4.7. as they were increased so they sinned. so Josh. 2.7. The people Served the Lord all the days of joshua, and the Elders that out lived joshua, etc. and there arose Another generation After them, which knew not the Lord.
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6. As they chang'd their ways from Good to Evil, and walkt contrary to God; so God chang'd his ways, from ways of Mercy, to ways of Affliction; and walkt contrary to them.
6. As they changed their ways from Good to Evil, and walked contrary to God; so God changed his ways, from ways of Mercy, to ways of Affliction; and walked contrary to them.
It calls for Lamentation, Humiliation, and Reformation, rather than proof and demonstration; though that also be needful enough in order to the former.
It calls for Lamentation, Humiliation, and Reformation, rather than proof and demonstration; though that also be needful enough in order to the former.
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As to Gods change of his Dispensations towards his people, from a way of Mercy, to a way of sore Affliction and Judgment, he is a very great stranger to the affairs of New England, or one that considers not the Operations of Gods Hand, that knoweth not this.
As to God's change of his Dispensations towards his people, from a Way of Mercy, to a Way of soar Affliction and Judgement, he is a very great stranger to the affairs of New England, or one that considers not the Operations of God's Hand, that Knoweth not this.
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Who knoweth not that our Fields which use to smell as the Fields which the Lord hath blessed, have of a long time been blasted, that a Fruitful Lord hath been turned into Barrenness.
Who Knoweth not that our Fields which use to smell as the Fields which the Lord hath blessed, have of a long time been blasted, that a Fruitful Lord hath been turned into barrenness.
Instead of Plenty, we have had Scarcity; instead of Health, Sickness; instead of Peace, War: and have been thereby diminished, impoverished, and brought low.
Instead of Plenty, we have had Scarcity; instead of Health, Sickness; instead of Peace, War: and have been thereby diminished, impoverished, and brought low.
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and such desertions, frustration and rebukes from God in things of greatest importance; that who shall consider well of these things, will with grief and shame say, The countenance of our God and Father hath not been towards us as formerly.
and such desertions, frustration and rebukes from God in things of greatest importance; that who shall Consider well of these things, will with grief and shame say, The countenance of our God and Father hath not been towards us as formerly.
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It is an awful saying of Dr. Goodwin. As you look for Storms in Autumn, and Frosts in Winter, so expect Judgments, where the Gospel hath been Preached;
It is an awful saying of Dr. Goodwyn. As you look for Storms in Autumn, and Frosts in Winter, so expect Judgments, where the Gospel hath been Preached;
for their Apostacy, for their Idolatry against the first and second Commandment, their impiety, prophaness, iniquity, impenitently and incorrigibleness and unbelief: They were •roke off, Unchurched, Unpeopled, and seemingly made irreversibly miserable: But we know only how we have dealt with God,
for their Apostasy, for their Idolatry against the First and second Commandment, their impiety, profaneness, iniquity, impenitently and incorrigibleness and unbelief: They were •roke off, Unchurched, Unpeopled, and seemingly made irreversibly miserable: But we know only how we have dealt with God,
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As sinful as New-England hath been, or yet is (which is very sinful) yet there is great danger lest New-England should yet be much more sinful than ever it was, or yet is.
As sinful as New england hath been, or yet is (which is very sinful) yet there is great danger lest New england should yet be much more sinful than ever it was, or yet is.
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and notwithstanding all warnings and methods used to stop their defection, yet they were bent to backsliding, till the holy People, and righteous Nation, became a Sinful Nation, a People laden with iniquity.
and notwithstanding all Warnings and methods used to stop their defection, yet they were bent to backsliding, till the holy People, and righteous nation, became a Sinful nation, a People laden with iniquity.
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yet one that did not know what hath been done by Courts, Synods, Ministers and Churches, in a publick way, (besides all private Prayers, Tears, Counsel,
yet one that did not know what hath been done by Courts, Synods, Ministers and Churches, in a public Way, (beside all private Prayers, Tears, Counsel,
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Violence, unrighteousness, sensuality, pride, contention, coveteousness, and all manner of carnality and carnal security, rather increase than decrease.
Violence, unrighteousness, sensuality, pride, contention, covetousness, and all manner of carnality and carnal security, rather increase than decrease.
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when Divine Endeavours seem frustrate that aim'd at our Reformation, and take not that effect that might be expected. Isa. 26.9. When thy Judgments are abroad in the Earth, the Inhabitants of the World will learn Righteousness;
when Divine Endeavours seem frustrate that aimed At our Reformation, and take not that Effect that might be expected. Isaiah 26.9. When thy Judgments Are abroad in the Earth, the Inhabitants of the World will Learn Righteousness;
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that is, are never the better, & as Isa. 9.13. The people turneth not unto him that smiteth them; and as Isa. 1.5. Why should ye be smitten any more, ye will revolt more and more;
that is, Are never the better, & as Isaiah 9.13. The people turns not unto him that smites them; and as Isaiah 1.5. Why should you be smitten any more, you will revolt more and more;
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Little doth this ingrateful world know, how much of the Religion, Equity, Peace & Order of a Place, is under God, owing to the Piety, Zeal, Prudence, Activity & Fidelity of a few men, that God raises up & brings into Office in Church and Common wealth, and spirits for his Service;
Little does this ingrateful world know, how much of the Religion, Equity, Peace & Order of a Place, is under God, owing to the Piety, Zeal, Prudence, Activity & Fidis of a few men, that God raises up & brings into Office in Church and Common wealth, and spirits for his Service;
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however let them guess at it by the following texts, Deut. 31.16. The Lord said to Moses, thou shalt sleep with thy fathers, and this people shall rise up and go a whoring after the gods of the Strangers of the land.
however let them guess At it by the following texts, Deuteronomy 31.16. The Lord said to Moses, thou shalt sleep with thy Father's, and this people shall rise up and go a whoring After the God's of the Strangers of the land.
how much more after my death, Judg. 2.7. The people served the Lord all the days of Joshua. 2 Chron. 24.2. Joash did that which was right in the sight of the Lord all the days of Jehojadah the priest.
how much more After my death, Judges 2.7. The people served the Lord all the days of joshua. 2 Chronicles 24.2. Joash did that which was right in the sighed of the Lord all the days of Jehoiada the priest.
and sin hath one the less enemy. And the Example, Prayers & Tears of many plain Christians, are like to be more wanted, then they are lamented. Our friend Lazarus sleepeth, saith Christ,
and since hath one the less enemy. And the Exampl, Prayers & Tears of many plain Christians, Are like to be more wanted, then they Are lamented. Our friend Lazarus Sleepeth, Says christ,
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and wept at his grave. Godly men must die as well as others, and if their Children and Successors made good their Leaders ground, it were not so Ominous: But alas!
and wept At his grave. Godly men must die as well as Others, and if their Children and Successors made good their Leaders ground, it were not so Ominous: But alas!
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Men run away with a perverse interpretation of that of the Apostle, 1 Thes. •. 21. Prove all things: forgetting the very next words, hold fast that which is good. Alas!
Men run away with a perverse Interpretation of that of the Apostle, 1 Thebes •. 21. Prove all things: forgetting the very next words, hold fast that which is good. Alas!
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Hath a Nation changed their gods which yet are no Gods, but my people hath changed their glory &c. Jer. 5.11. 'Tis a prodigie of Levity and Vanity to see persons that sucked in such Milk as David, who said, Thou art my God from my Mothers belly, thou hast caused me to hope on my Mothers breasts;
Hath a nation changed their God's which yet Are no God's, but my people hath changed their glory etc. Jer. 5.11. It's a prodigy of Levity and Vanity to see Persons that sucked in such Milk as David, who said, Thou art my God from my Mother's belly, thou hast caused me to hope on my Mother's breasts;
that have been acquainted with the holy Scriptures from their very childhood, and by their Godly Fathers, Schoolmasters, and Ministers, were brought up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord;
that have been acquainted with the holy Scriptures from their very childhood, and by their Godly Father's, Schoolmasters, and Ministers, were brought up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord;
and yet deny the holy Scriptures to be the word of God, and touchstone of truth; and deny the Ordinances of Baptism, and the Lords Supper, and all Instituted worship. Truly Sirs,
and yet deny the holy Scriptures to be the word of God, and touchstone of truth; and deny the Ordinances of Baptism, and the lords Supper, and all Instituted worship. Truly Sirs,
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will be found to have their Religion to choose, and that they have unsound hearts, as well as itching ears. They that have long had the offer of Truth, and yet let it go; will hold fast-Error.
will be found to have their Religion to choose, and that they have unsound hearts, as well as itching ears. They that have long had the offer of Truth, and yet let it go; will hold fast-Error.
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They that were so scrupulous about CHRIST who came in his Fathers Name, and confirmed his doctrine by Miracles, did as Christ foretold, believe on one that came in his own name.
They that were so scrupulous about CHRIST who Come in his Father's Name, and confirmed his Doctrine by Miracles, did as christ foretold, believe on one that Come in his own name.
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If there were no Devil to tempt, nor no evil Example among men, nor any temptation from a frowning or flattering World (which is all far otherwise) yet the inbred corruption of mens hearts, that are deceitful above all things,
If there were no devil to tempt, nor no evil Exampl among men, nor any temptation from a frowning or flattering World (which is all Far otherwise) yet the inbred corruption of men's hearts, that Are deceitful above all things,
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and desperately wicked, is enough to undoe all. This peop••, saith Jeremiah, hath a revolting and a rebellious heart; they are revolted and gone. Jer. 5.23. Such a deceitful, revolting, rebellious heart can shift off all Conviction, and bear up against all reproof. Infidelity can despise and disrega•d all Promises and Threatnings; Security can eat and drink, build and plant, till the flood come and carry all away;
and desperately wicked, is enough to undo all. This peop••, Says Jeremiah, hath a revolting and a rebellious heart; they Are revolted and gone. Jer. 5.23. Such a deceitful, revolting, rebellious heart can shift off all Conviction, and bear up against all reproof. Infidelity can despise and disrega•d all Promises and Threatenings; Security can eat and drink, built and plant, till the flood come and carry all away;
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so as they shall not be able to see faults in themselves; though they be very quick sighted in seeing faults in others. Reformation is the most necessary, but the most difficult thing in the World,
so as they shall not be able to see Faults in themselves; though they be very quick sighted in seeing Faults in Others. Reformation is the most necessary, but the most difficult thing in the World,
These six foregoing particulars, may serve to show that the people of New-England are in great danger of being yet more Sinful, which is a very humbling and awful consideration.
These six foregoing particulars, may serve to show that the people of New england Are in great danger of being yet more Sinful, which is a very humbling and awful consideration.
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Who can seriously reflect upon it, and not say as they, Jo•h. 22.17. Is the Iniquity of Poor too little for us, from which we are not cleansed to this day? The more the Danger is;
Who can seriously reflect upon it, and not say as they, Jo•h. 22.17. Is the Iniquity of Poor too little for us, from which we Are not cleansed to this day? The more the Danger is;
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for if it be like to fare with New England as to Happiness or Misery: according as it goeth with them as to Holiness and Righteousness, as hath been proved:
for if it be like to fare with New England as to Happiness or Misery: according as it Goes with them as to Holiness and Righteousness, as hath been proved:
and that New-England is already very Sinful and in danger of being much more Sinful, there must needs be the like danger of being more Miserable God threatned Israel three times in one Chapter, that if after they had Sinned against him,
and that New england is already very Sinful and in danger of being much more Sinful, there must needs be the like danger of being more Miserable God threatened Israel three times in one Chapter, that if After they had Sinned against him,
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and thereby brought upon themselves some direful Effects of his displeasure, they did not humble themselves, return and reform, H• would punish them yet seven times more for their sin;
and thereby brought upon themselves Some direful Effects of his displeasure, they did not humble themselves, return and reform, H• would Punish them yet seven times more for their since;
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Before I leave those two last heads, I will reflect a little on the sayings of some, that (were they true) would render the fore mentioned Warnings needless and useless.
Before I leave those two last Heads, I will reflect a little on the sayings of Some, that (were they true) would render the before mentioned Warnings needless and useless.
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Some well-meaning holy men, being of dark melancholly Spirits, and little acquainted with the advances that Atheism, Idolatry, Superstition, Prophaneness, Iniquity and Sensuality have made in other professing parts of the World;
some well-meaning holy men, being of dark melancholy Spirits, and little acquainted with the advances that Atheism, Idolatry, Superstition, Profaneness, Iniquity and Sensuality have made in other professing parts of the World;
There are other designing persons, that are no great friends to holiness and righteousness, that are of a vulture Spirit, that fly hastily over all the fair meadows and fields without eying of them;
There Are other designing Persons, that Are no great Friends to holiness and righteousness, that Are of a vulture Spirit, that fly hastily over all the fair meadows and fields without Eyeing of them;
& Sport themselves with the falls of here and there an Eminent Professor; or the infirmities & real, or supposed mistakes of men much better than themselves;
& Sport themselves with the falls of Here and there an Eminent Professor; or the infirmities & real, or supposed mistakes of men much better than themselves;
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and under a merciful, moderate Affliction, say, it can't be worse But such ought to know that the holy and jealous God hath more, and more terrible miseries & mischiefs to heap;
and under a merciful, moderate Affliction, say, it can't be Worse But such ought to know that the holy and jealous God hath more, and more terrible misery's & mischiefs to heap;
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and arrows to spend upon an Unreformable Covenant-people, than ever yet, have come upon New England. The Example of the Jews is a dreadful instance of it. We ought to justify God;
and arrows to spend upon an Unreformable Covenant people, than ever yet, have come upon New England. The Exampl of the jews is a dreadful instance of it. We ought to justify God;
yea to praise him that hath punisht less than our Iniquities deserve; and to mourn under our afflictions as they are evidences and effects of Divine Displeasure;
yea to praise him that hath punished less than our Iniquities deserve; and to mourn under our afflictions as they Are evidences and effects of Divine Displeasure;
Why should we not hope and pray for the accomplishment of them? Besides the fore mentioned Reasons, I shall offer to consideration, three particulars more, which may animate faith & prayer, & remove impediments & objections.
Why should we not hope and pray for the accomplishment of them? Beside the before mentioned Reasons, I shall offer to consideration, three particulars more, which may animate faith & prayer, & remove impediments & objections.
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1. The Reformation is prophesied of, as well as the Restauration and Benediction. 2. The Reformation is promised, as well as the Restauration and Benediction.
1. The Reformation is prophesied of, as well as the Restauration and Benediction. 2. The Reformation is promised, as well as the Restauration and Benediction.
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1. The Reformation is prophesied of as well as the Restauration, &c. Now prophesie relates to what is future, and properly speaks of Event, not D•ty. If it speaks of Duty, yet it speaks of it under the notion of Event. Consequently,
1. The Reformation is prophesied of as well as the Restauration, etc. Now prophesy relates to what is future, and properly speaks of Event, not D•ty. If it speaks of Duty, yet it speaks of it under the notion of Event. Consequently,
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When the truth is, the promise that is contained in Prophesy, as such, is absolute & not conditional: When promises are annexed as Sanctions to the Laws of Christ, they belong to the preceptive will of God, and so are considered as Conditions. But when Promises are infolded in Prophesies, they belong to Gods will of Purpose: & therefore must come to pass. For though Gods Commands are broken; yet his Counsels are not;
When the truth is, the promise that is contained in Prophesy, as such, is absolute & not conditional: When promises Are annexed as Sanctions to the Laws of christ, they belong to the preceptive will of God, and so Are considered as Conditions. But when Promises Are enfolded in prophecies, they belong to God's will of Purpose: & Therefore must come to pass. For though God's Commands Are broken; yet his Counsels Are not;
3. It is not absolutely necessary that the Reformation precede the Restauration, or that the Reformation be sensibly advanced before God begin to plead the cause of his people against their Enemies, and begin their Restauration:
3. It is not absolutely necessary that the Reformation precede the Restauration, or that the Reformation be sensibly advanced before God begin to plead the cause of his people against their Enemies, and begin their Restauration:
I readily acknowledge that in point of Duty, Reformation ought to precede, and all the Religion justice and reason in the world oblige those that have made defection from God, and his pure ways;
I readily acknowledge that in point of Duty, Reformation ought to precede, and all the Religion Justice and reason in the world oblige those that have made defection from God, and his pure ways;
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But so desperataly wicked is fallen man, that if God should not begin with man, man would never begin with Him, Men are dead in trespasses and sins, and so cannot; or so habituated and inclined to evil, they will not return to God, till God is before hand with them.
But so desperataly wicked is fallen man, that if God should not begin with man, man would never begin with Him, Men Are dead in Trespasses and Sins, and so cannot; or so habituated and inclined to evil, they will not return to God, till God is before hand with them.
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And the Grace of God must be exerted in a victorious and irresistible way, before Reformation can advance, either in the Church or World. Seeing then both Restauration and Reformation depend upon the good pleasure of God, it is in vain for us to determine which shall precede;
And the Grace of God must be exerted in a victorious and irresistible Way, before Reformation can advance, either in the Church or World. Seeing then both Restauration and Reformation depend upon the good pleasure of God, it is in vain for us to determine which shall precede;
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If the Restaurations depended on the Antecedency of Reformation, and Reformation depended upon mans free will, it would be long enough before either would come to pass.
If the Restaurations depended on the Antecedency of Reformation, and Reformation depended upon men free will, it would be long enough before either would come to pass.
But God having foretold & promised both, our dependance ought to be on his Grace and Truth and Power. If God can make Children to Abraham of the Stones of the Street, and make a Church to himself out of the forlorn Gentiles. When the boughs of the natural Olive were broke off, God could graft in Gentiles, wild Olives into the same stock, & therefore cannot be at a loss to graft in the natural branches again.
But God having foretold & promised both, our dependence ought to be on his Grace and Truth and Power. If God can make Children to Abraham of the Stones of the Street, and make a Church to himself out of the forlorn Gentiles. When the boughs of the natural Olive were broke off, God could grafted in Gentiles, wild Olive into the same stock, & Therefore cannot be At a loss to grafted in the natural branches again.
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The ruinous circumstances of Jews and many Gentile places are such, as to Sin & Misery, that there is little hope; either of Restauration or Reformation;
The ruinous Circumstances of jews and many Gentile places Are such, as to since & Misery, that there is little hope; either of Restauration or Reformation;
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were it not for the Prophesy and the Promise. But because of the Prophesie and Promise, we must against hope believe in hope, and though they and their circumstances promise little yet God in his word hath promised much. Therefore we should hope for much, and pray for much, though there should be as little sign of Reformation as there was of Rain, in the days of Elias, when it had not Rain'd in 1260 days: yet they that can believe and pray like Elias, will in the word of God hear the sound of abundance of rain;
were it not for the Prophesy and the Promise. But Because of the Prophesy and Promise, we must against hope believe in hope, and though they and their Circumstances promise little yet God in his word hath promised much. Therefore we should hope for much, and pray for much, though there should be as little Signen of Reformation as there was of Rain, in the days of Elias, when it had not Rained in 1260 days: yet they that can believe and pray like Elias, will in the word of God hear the found of abundance of rain;
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believing on and praying to the Lord, till he send Rain on the earth, till he come & rain down righteousness on Asia, Africa, Europe and America; and the Elect come from all parts, and Quarters of the World;
believing on and praying to the Lord, till he send Rain on the earth, till he come & rain down righteousness on Asia, Africa, Europe and America; and the Elect come from all parts, and Quarters of the World;
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and then bad man will be come good; and good men will become better: and Restauration and Reformation will struggle like twins in the Womb, which shall be born first;
and then bad man will be come good; and good men will become better: and Restauration and Reformation will struggle like twins in the Womb, which shall be born First;
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Obad. 17. We may confide in this, That all prophesies and absolute promises shall come to pass in that time, order and manner that God hath ordained. And the promised Good is more certainly known;
Obadiah 17. We may confide in this, That all prophecies and absolute promises shall come to pass in that time, order and manner that God hath ordained. And the promised Good is more Certainly known;
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And I am perswaded, one great reason why good mens faith is so wavering, and their prayers so few, and no more fervent; is because they take it for granted, that Reformation must needs considerably, out-run Restauration.
And I am persuaded, one great reason why good men's faith is so wavering, and their Prayers so few, and no more fervent; is Because they take it for granted, that Reformation must needs considerably, outrun Restauration.
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Consider the Restauration out of Egypt; Did the Reformation precede? Did not the Lord say, Let my people go that they may serve me? Till some Pharaohs of the world are sunk as a Stone in the Sea: No considerable Reformation can advance.
Consider the Restauration out of Egypt; Did the Reformation precede? Did not the Lord say, Let my people go that they may serve me? Till Some Pharaohs of the world Are sunk as a Stone in the Sea: No considerable Reformation can advance.
for ought appears to the contrary, is like to be much after the same sort, in a way that can be accounted for only by the Sovereignty of the Grace of God, Mic. 5.7.
for ought appears to the contrary, is like to be much After the same sort, in a Way that can be accounted for only by the Sovereignty of the Grace of God, Mic. 5.7.
If God will have them prophesied over, and hath promised to op•• their graves, and bring them up out of their graves, put his Spirit in them, and said they shall live; Ezek. 27.11, 12, 13, 14. He that hath spoke it, will perform it,
If God will have them prophesied over, and hath promised to op•• their graves, and bring them up out of their graves, put his Spirit in them, and said they shall live; Ezekiel 27.11, 12, 13, 14. He that hath spoke it, will perform it,
even the Lord of Hosts, the God of Israel. What if the Four Horns of the Gentiles have scattered Judah, Israel and Jerusalem? Hath not God as many Carpenters to fray them away, Zech. 1.18, 19, 20, 21. and to cast out the horns of the Gentiles, which have lift up their born over the Land of Judah to scatter it:
even the Lord of Hosts, the God of Israel. What if the Four Horns of the Gentiles have scattered Judah, Israel and Jerusalem? Hath not God as many Carpenters to fray them away, Zechariah 1.18, 19, 20, 21. and to cast out the horns of the Gentiles, which have lift up their born over the Land of Judah to scatter it:
The good words, & the comfortable words which God hath spoken, give us ground to believe that the Mahometan Imposture and Tyranny will not always last;
The good words, & the comfortable words which God hath spoken, give us ground to believe that the Mahometan Imposture and Tyranny will not always last;
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What if Antichrist Exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped, and fitteth in the Temple of God, and hath done so above a thousand years;
What if Antichrist Exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped, and fits in the Temple of God, and hath done so above a thousand Years;
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and his Witnesses in Germany, Bohemia, Hungaria, France, the Valleys of Piedmont, and many other places in Europe: where for his Name and Gospel sake they have been Killed all the day long.
and his Witnesses in Germany, Bohemia, Hungary, France, the Valleys of Piedmont, and many other places in Europe: where for his Name and Gospel sake they have been Killed all the day long.
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What if the Reformed Nations are very much deformed? and the spirit and power of the First Reformers seemed to die with them? and since hath been a gradual declension till the power & life of Godliness is very much decayed,
What if the Reformed nations Are very much deformed? and the Spirit and power of the First Reformers seemed to die with them? and since hath been a gradual declension till the power & life of Godliness is very much decayed,
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and Prophaneness in others, abominably advanced? Yet we ought to hope and pray that God will revive his work, and bring on a Second Reformation, which,
and Profaneness in Others, abominably advanced? Yet we ought to hope and pray that God will revive his work, and bring on a Second Reformation, which,
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Nebuchadnezzars Image standeth upon his last Leggs, and it seemeth as if both of them had received a blow from the Stone cut out of the mountain without hands, that maketh them stagger.
Nebuchadnezar's Image Stands upon his last Legs, and it seems as if both of them had received a blow from the Stone Cut out of the mountain without hands, that makes them stagger.
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The Great Turk, the Oppressor of the Jews & Eastern Christians, seemeth to be at his last prayers, and they likelier to reconcile him to Hell, than to Heaven. And considering what is said of the Kings of the East, Rev. 16.12. and of the Western Kings, Rev. 17.16. We ought to expect and pray for the coming of the time, when the Kingdoms of this World shall become the Kingdoms of our Lord and of his Christ. Rev. 11.15.
The Great Turk, the Oppressor of the jews & Eastern Christians, seems to be At his last Prayers, and they likelier to reconcile him to Hell, than to Heaven. And considering what is said of the Kings of the East, Rev. 16.12. and of the Western Kings, Rev. 17.16. We ought to expect and pray for the coming of the time, when the Kingdoms of this World shall become the Kingdoms of our Lord and of his christ. Rev. 11.15.
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And, notwithstanding the present bad circumstances of America, I know no reason to conclude this Continent shall not partake of the Goodness of God in the latter days;
And, notwithstanding the present bad Circumstances of America, I know no reason to conclude this Continent shall not partake of the goodness of God in the latter days;
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No Scripture asserts the contrary: but many seem to favour the Affirmative. I suppose that Christ is not called the Sun of Righteousness, meerly because of his Light, and Heat, and quickening vivifick Influences: but also because of his Circuition or Circuit round the World, by the Preaching of the Gospel;
No Scripture asserts the contrary: but many seem to favour the Affirmative. I suppose that christ is not called the Sun of Righteousness, merely Because of his Light, and Heat, and quickening vivific Influences: but also Because of his Circuition or Circuit round the World, by the Preaching of the Gospel;
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See and consider Psal. 19.4, 5, 6. and compare it with Rom. 10.18. Luk. 1.78, 79. Mal. 4 2. Methinks men should not be hasty to Reprobat a Fourth Part of the World, without Express Order from Heaven.
See and Consider Psalm 19.4, 5, 6. and compare it with Rom. 10.18. Luk. 1.78, 79. Malachi 4 2. Methinks men should not be hasty to Reprobate a Fourth Part of the World, without Express Order from Heaven.
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that their Progenitors descended not from Noah. And indeed they are beholden to him, that he let them descend from Adam; and did not bring them out of the Slime,
that their Progenitors descended not from Noah. And indeed they Are beholden to him, that he let them descend from Adam; and did not bring them out of the Slime,
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as he doth Gog and Magog. But it is enough to reply to this, that it is not only Unscriptural, but also Antiscriptural. A late Annotator on the Bible (who is otherwise a very worthy man;
as he does Gog and Magog. But it is enough to reply to this, that it is not only Unscriptural, but also Antiscriptural. A late Annotator on the bible (who is otherwise a very worthy man;
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but I think, misses it in this) in his Preface to the New Testament, in the separate Edition, alloweth the Americans to be descended of Noah; but by Cham: and thence gathers that they shall not be gathered into the Church.
but I think, misses it in this) in his Preface to the New Testament, in the separate Edition, alloweth the Americans to be descended of Noah; but by Cham: and thence gathers that they shall not be gathered into the Church.
To which I reply (1) That it is wholly begg'd that they are the Progeny of Cham: and notable Reasons and Authorities may be produced to the contrary. (2) That if it were certain it were so;
To which I reply (1) That it is wholly begged that they Are the Progeny of Cham: and notable Reasons and Authorities may be produced to the contrary. (2) That if it were certain it were so;
for the not mentioning of Cham, doth not necessarily exclude Cham, no more than when Shem is called the Brother of Japheth, Cham is denyed to be the Brother of Japheth; or Shem denyed to be the Brother of Cham. Besides, Interpreters of great Note go other ways.
for the not mentioning of Cham, does not necessarily exclude Cham, no more than when Shem is called the Brother of Japheth, Cham is denied to be the Brother of Japheth; or Shem denied to be the Brother of Cham. Beside, Interpreters of great Note go other ways.
which in the Ages following, was Greek: and was fulfilled in the Apostles speaking, and writing the Gospel in Greek. Ainsworth saith it may imply the grafting of Japheth's Children into the stock of the Church;
which in the Ages following, was Greek: and was fulfilled in the Apostles speaking, and writing the Gospel in Greek. Ainsworth Says it may imply the grafting of Japheth's Children into the stock of the Church;
after the Hagarites were subdued and fallen. 1 Chron. 5.10. Others read the words, God shall enlarge Japheth, and He, that is, God shall dwell in the tents of Shem, in the sence of John 1.14 And so make it a famous Prophesie of the Incarnation of the Son of God;
After the Hagarites were subdued and fallen. 1 Chronicles 5.10. Others read the words, God shall enlarge Japheth, and He, that is, God shall dwell in the tents of Shem, in the sense of John 1.14 And so make it a famous Prophesy of the Incarnation of the Son of God;
his taking Flesh of the seed of Shem. Others understand it of God's setting up the Temple, and dwelling in it among the Israelites descended of Shem. Certainly it is not reasonable to draw so hard a Conclusion on such a Text, that admits of such and so many various Interpretations:
his taking Flesh of the seed of Shem. Others understand it of God's setting up the Temple, and Dwelling in it among the Israelites descended of Shem. Certainly it is not reasonable to draw so hard a Conclusion on such a Text, that admits of such and so many various Interpretations:
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And indeed it seemeth many ways derogatory to the Glory of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the Saviour of the World, John 4.42. 1 Joh. 4 14. If the Angels may be believed, His Birth was Joy to All People; If the greatest born of Women may be believed, He taketh away the sin of the World, John 1.29.
And indeed it seems many ways derogatory to the Glory of our Lord jesus christ, who is the Saviour of the World, John 4.42. 1 John 4 14. If the Angels may be believed, His Birth was Joy to All People; If the greatest born of Women may be believed, He Takes away the since of the World, John 1.29.
And many other such like Expressions there be, which must certainly, comprehend Some of All Nations And the Redeemed Church acknowledge as much in their Song of Praise, Rev. 5.9, 10. Nor can I, possibly, otherwise understand Christ's Commission to his Apostles,
And many other such like Expressions there be, which must Certainly, comprehend some of All nations And the Redeemed Church acknowledge as much in their Song of Praise, Rev. 5.9, 10. Nor can I, possibly, otherwise understand Christ's Commission to his Apostles,
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Which seemeth as plain as words can make it, that whatsoever Nation, or Nations shall be discovered to the End of the World, they are to be Evangelized, and Baptised. That also of the Apostle to the Gentiles, seemeth plain & irrefragable, 1 Tim 2 5, 6. There is One God, and One Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus:
Which seems as plain as words can make it, that whatsoever nation, or nations shall be discovered to the End of the World, they Are to be Evangelized, and Baptised. That also of the Apostle to the Gentiles, seems plain & irrefragable, 1 Time 2 5, 6. There is One God, and One Mediator between God and men, the Man christ jesus:
Now although it had not been testifyed at that time to the Americans, as it had been to Asians, Europaeans, and Africans; yet there was a due time to come, wherein it should be testifyed to Americans also.
Now although it had not been testified At that time to the Americans, as it had been to Asians, Europeans, and Africans; yet there was a due time to come, wherein it should be testified to Americans also.
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And there are not only Converts; but Churches, and Preachers of their Own; which are a First fruits to Christ: Which should make us look for a Harvest, and to pray the Lord of the Harvest to send forth Labourers into that part of his Vineyard.
And there Are not only Converts; but Churches, and Preachers of their Own; which Are a First fruits to christ: Which should make us look for a Harvest, and to pray the Lord of the Harvest to send forth Labourers into that part of his Vineyard.
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not excluding America. It is a part of Christ's Exaltation Honour, that at the Name of Jesus things Under the Earth shall bow. Philip. 2.10. Which, although some interpret another way;
not excluding America. It is a part of Christ's Exaltation Honour, that At the Name of jesus things Under the Earth shall bow. Philip. 2.10. Which, although Some interpret Another Way;
yet compared with Rev. 5.3, 13. seemeth more fairly to be interpreted of the Americans, that were Under the Earth to the Christians of the Eastern Nations.
yet compared with Rev. 5.3, 13. seems more fairly to be interpreted of the Americans, that were Under the Earth to the Christians of the Eastern nations.
yea, the most remote of them. That in Isa. 55.5. seems to bid fair for the Conversion of the Americans. Behold, thou shalt call a Nation that thou knowest not;
yea, the most remote of them. That in Isaiah 55.5. seems to bid fair for the Conversion of the Americans. Behold, thou shalt call a nation that thou Knowest not;
I shall finish this Argument with an allusion to some passages in Luke 15. What ever any think of America; If the great Shepherd have a lost Sheep in the American Wilderness;
I shall finish this Argument with an allusion to Some passages in Lycia 15. What ever any think of America; If the great Shepherd have a lost Sheep in the American Wilderness;
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The great Housholder of the World will have every corner of it Swept, before he will loose a Penny: and at the finding of it, expect that his Friends will rejoyce.
The great Householder of the World will have every corner of it Swept, before he will lose a Penny: and At the finding of it, expect that his Friends will rejoice.
If the Merciful Father have a Prodigal Child gone into a far Country, in esteem dead and lost: When it shall appear that he is Penitent, alive, and found; while he is a great way off, his Father will run and meet him, and kiss him.
If the Merciful Father have a Prodigal Child gone into a Far Country, in esteem dead and lost: When it shall appear that he is Penitent, alive, and found; while he is a great Way off, his Father will run and meet him, and kiss him.
But may be something alleviated by an opposite Conjecture. For there are Others that ask why it may not be the New-Jerusalem, or a part of it? and this New World that is Under the Eastern Earth, be the New Heaven, and New Earth. These Opinions are as wide from one another, as Heaven is from Hell.
But may be something alleviated by an opposite Conjecture. For there Are Others that ask why it may not be the New-Jerusalem, or a part of it? and this New World that is Under the Eastern Earth, be the New Heaven, and New Earth. These Opinions Are as wide from one Another, as Heaven is from Hell.
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Only, Who of an American (though only so Natione, non gente ) had not much rather (if it may stand with the Counsel of God) that it should be the New Jerusalem, than the Old Tophet. Known unto God are all his Works from the beginning of the World:
Only, Who of an American (though only so nation, non Gente) had not much rather (if it may stand with the Counsel of God) that it should be the New Jerusalem, than the Old Tophet. Known unto God Are all his Works from the beginning of the World:
as to the Reformation and Conversion of the Natives, and gathering of them into Churches. And I am not without Hope, but that He will hold his Possession;
as to the Reformation and Conversion of the Natives, and gathering of them into Churches. And I am not without Hope, but that He will hold his Possession;
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And if any of the Indians should happen to read what hath been spoke concerning America, I would commend to their Consideration that in Act. 17.24, 26, 27, 30, 31. God that made the World and all things therein, hath made of One blood all Nations of Men,
And if any of the Indians should happen to read what hath been spoke Concerning America, I would commend to their Consideration that in Act. 17.24, 26, 27, 30, 31. God that made the World and all things therein, hath made of One blood all nations of Men,
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Because he hath appointed a Day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness, by that Man whom he hath ordained, whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.
Because he hath appointed a Day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness, by that Man whom he hath ordained, whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.
Now as for New England, if the First Planters of it had dream'd that the very Situation or Climate of this Land had been crime enough to make men aliens from the Covenants of promise;
Now as for New England, if the First Planters of it had dreamed that the very Situation or Climate of this Land had been crime enough to make men aliens from the Covenants of promise;
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they would not have Sold their Europaean Birtbright, for a mess of American Pottage. For ought I can see to the contrary, our Declensions are the worst Omen and Objection against us;
they would not have Sold their European Birtbright, for a mess of American Pottage. For ought I can see to the contrary, our Declensions Are the worst Omen and Objection against us;
Psal. 80.18, 19. And I will yet add a word or two which I would preface as John doth, 1 John cap 2. v. 1. These things I write unto you that ye sin not, What I am about to speak, I speak that New-England sin not; yet if it should so come to pass, that New England should yet be more sinful & more miserable than now it is (which God prevent for his Mercys sake, which endureth for ever ) yet there is Scripture ground to hope, that after God had vindicated his Holiness by sore punishments on us, God would again restore, reform and bless New-England; and have a name,
Psalm 80.18, 19. And I will yet add a word or two which I would preface as John does, 1 John cap 2. v. 1. These things I write unto you that you sin not, What I am about to speak, I speak that New england sin not; yet if it should so come to pass, that New England should yet be more sinful & more miserable than now it is (which God prevent for his mercies sake, which Endureth for ever) yet there is Scripture ground to hope, that After God had vindicated his Holiness by soar punishments on us, God would again restore, reform and bless New england; and have a name,
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and a praise to himself, in the Wilderness, of the Posterity of his People. If any should say yet, What is become of the Asian, African and Europaean Churches that are long since desolated? I would give these two Answers. (1.) That is become of them, that should make New-England fear and tremble:
and a praise to himself, in the Wilderness, of the Posterity of his People. If any should say yet, What is become of the Asian, African and European Churches that Are long since desolated? I would give these two Answers. (1.) That is become of them, that should make New england Fear and tremble:
as it has done against them. (2.) I would also say, that we ought not to entertain such desperate conclusions; as if all places that have been Eminent, for the Christian Religion;
as it has done against them. (2.) I would also say, that we ought not to entertain such desperate conclusions; as if all places that have been Eminent, for the Christian Religion;
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And for the same Reasons I believe, that God will Glorifie his Mercy in America, as well as his Justice, Jealousie, and Severity. For the Earth is full of the Lords Mercy.
And for the same Reasons I believe, that God will glorify his Mercy in America, as well as his justice, Jealousy, and Severity. For the Earth is full of the lords Mercy.
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Psal. 119. v. 64. and his tender Mercies are over all his works. Psal. 145.10. And all his works shall praise him, in all places of his dominion. Psal. 103.22. I pretend to nothing singular in all this.
Psalm 119. v. 64. and his tender mercies Are over all his works. Psalm 145.10. And all his works shall praise him, in all places of his dominion. Psalm 103.22. I pretend to nothing singular in all this.
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and that hath past for their Opinion; which only was intended by way of Admonition: and that the same persons hope better things concerning New-England: things that accompany Salvation, even Restauration, Reformation, and Benediction: and I believe that they are as good Friends to New-England as any in the Land;
and that hath passed for their Opinion; which only was intended by Way of Admonition: and that the same Persons hope better things Concerning New england: things that accompany Salvation, even Restauration, Reformation, and Benediction: and I believe that they Are as good Friends to New england as any in the Land;
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for the true notion of Liberty of Conscience, is liberty to lead quiet and peaceable lives, in all godliness and honesty, without restraint from the Government, or popular confusion, and disturbance.
for the true notion of Liberty of Conscience, is liberty to led quiet and peaceable lives, in all godliness and honesty, without restraint from the Government, or popular confusion, and disturbance.
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if we have not Counsellors as able and faithful to promote holiness and righteousness, as any in the Land. Election being the work of the day, I will venture to say a word of it.
if we have not Counsellors as able and faithful to promote holiness and righteousness, as any in the Land. Election being the work of the day, I will venture to say a word of it.
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It is Essential to Election to be free; free from Compulsion, Nundination, and Faction. And such ought to be chosen as excel in Piety, Probity, and Prudence:
It is Essential to Election to be free; free from Compulsion, Nundination, and Faction. And such ought to be chosen as excel in Piety, Probity, and Prudence:
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for his own Glory, and the Good of the people of New England. You are the Ministers of God for our Good, & you can do nothing more acceptable to God, honourable to your Selves; nor beneficial to us;
for his own Glory, and the Good of the people of New England. You Are the Ministers of God for our Good, & you can do nothing more acceptable to God, honourable to your Selves; nor beneficial to us;
than to do your utmost to make this Land an Habitation of Justice, and Mountain of Holiness. It is a base opinion that would preclude the First Table of the Law from the care, custody,
than to do your utmost to make this Land an Habitation of justice, and Mountain of Holiness. It is a base opinion that would preclude the First Table of the Law from the care, custody,
and the Examples of Holy Kings, Judges and other Rulers of Israel, better than to be put off at that rate, from the best part of your Dignity and Duty.
and the Examples of Holy Kings, Judges and other Rulers of Israel, better than to be put off At that rate, from the best part of your Dignity and Duty.
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The Holy Scriptures call Rulers, Gods; and their Seats of Government, Heaven. Would they not be strange Gods that should have no regard to Godliness! And would it not prophane their Heaven, if they should have no regard to Holiness? Our Lives and Liberties, our Names and Estates, should be very dear to you, as well as to us:
The Holy Scriptures call Rulers, God's; and their Seats of Government, Heaven. Would they not be strange God's that should have no regard to Godliness! And would it not profane their Heaven, if they should have no regard to Holiness? Our Lives and Liberties, our Names and Estates, should be very dear to you, as well as to us:
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but yet in themselves considered, and as they relate to us, they are a very trifle, in comparison of the Object of divine Worship, God blessed for ever more:
but yet in themselves considered, and as they relate to us, they Are a very trifle, in comparison of the Object of divine Worship, God blessed for ever more:
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The first and great Commandment is, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God, with all thy heart, and with all thy soul &c. And the second is like to it, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self.
The First and great Commandment is, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God, with all thy heart, and with all thy soul etc. And the second is like to it, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self.
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If any thing more Can be done for the detecting and bringing to condign punishment Pirates and Sea Robbers, those common Enemies of Mankind, it seems highly needful to be done;
If any thing more Can be done for the detecting and bringing to condign punishment Pirates and Sea Robbers, those Common Enemies of Mankind, it seems highly needful to be done;
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If any thing more Can be done for the Suppressing the beastly Sins of Sensuality, Drunkenness and Uncleanness; and for the retrenching of the Pride, and Luxury, and Idleness; and retreiving the good old fashions of Modesty, Humility, Sobriety, Frugality and Industry of the Countrey;
If any thing more Can be done for the Suppressing the beastly Sins of Sensuality, drunkenness and Uncleanness; and for the retrenching of the Pride, and Luxury, and Idleness; and retreiving the good old fashions of Modesty, Humility, Sobriety, Frugality and Industry of the Country;
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and we shall quickly see persons wear their patrimonies on their backs, and by a cursed chymistry convert all their Coin into Aurum potabile; and dissolve their Houses and Lands into their Cups,
and we shall quickly see Persons wear their patrimonies on their backs, and by a cursed chemistry convert all their Coin into Aurum potabile; and dissolve their Houses and Lands into their Cups,
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I confess I am one of the Unworthiest of that order, and might I have had my choice, in the sence of my own Unworthiness, had rather have been at this time behind the door than in the desk:
I confess I am one of the Unworthiest of that order, and might I have had my choice, in the sense of my own Unworthiness, had rather have been At this time behind the door than in the desk:
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Yet I can't forbear saying, to my self, and them, that Ministers of all men should be Holiness to the Lord; and not only Preach, but Practice Holiness and Righteousness;
Yet I can't forbear saying, to my self, and them, that Ministers of all men should be Holiness to the Lord; and not only Preach, but Practice Holiness and Righteousness;
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Just and Holy are among the Characters of a good Minister. Tit. 1.8. Such ought to be Exemplary for Holiness, Honesty, Humility, self Denyal and Sobriety;
Just and Holy Are among the Characters of a good Minister. Tit. 1.8. Such ought to be Exemplary for Holiness, Honesty, Humility, self Denial and Sobriety;
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or they will make men abhor the Sacrifices of the Lord. If any thing more Can be done, by Praying, Preaching, Catechizing, Exhorting, Reproving, or Discipline,
or they will make men abhor the Sacrifices of the Lord. If any thing more Can be done, by Praying, Preaching, Catechizing, Exhorting, Reproving, or Discipline,
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and to Convince, Convert and Reform, Ungodly Sinners, it had need be done, that the Land become not more Sinful, and more Miserable I beseech also the Churches of Christ,
and to Convince, Convert and Reform, Ungodly Sinners, it had need be done, that the Land become not more Sinful, and more Miserable I beseech also the Churches of christ,
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You are Saints by Calling, Eph. 4.1. compared with Eph. 1.1. To the Saints which are at Ephesus. Phil. 1.1. To all the Saints which are in Christ Jesus at Philippi. Colos. 1.2. To the Saints and faithful Brethren in Christ which are at Colosse Rom. 1 7. To all that be in Rome beloved of God, called to be Saints. 1 Cor. 1.2. To the Church of God &c. called to be Saints. You ought to be Holy in all manner of Conversation, yea to perfect holiness in the fear of God;
You Are Saints by Calling, Ephesians 4.1. compared with Ephesians 1.1. To the Saints which Are At Ephesus. Philip 1.1. To all the Saints which Are in christ jesus At Philippi. Colos 1.2. To the Saints and faithful Brothers in christ which Are At Colosse Rom. 1 7. To all that be in Room Beloved of God, called to be Saints. 1 Cor. 1.2. To the Church of God etc. called to be Saints. You ought to be Holy in all manner of Conversation, yea to perfect holiness in the Fear of God;
to be blameless and harmless, and to shine as lights, in this evil Generation; and by your Example to shew others the Amiableness of the ways of holiness, and righteousness;
to be blameless and harmless, and to shine as lights, in this evil Generation; and by your Exampl to show Others the Amiableness of the ways of holiness, and righteousness;
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And let the Church be built up in the most Holy Faith, and be a pillar of Truth, and not removed from her Stedfastness. Walk in your Houses in a perfect way, bringing up your Children in the Nurture and admonition of the Lord.
And let the Church be built up in the most Holy Faith, and be a pillar of Truth, and not removed from her Steadfastness. Walk in your Houses in a perfect Way, bringing up your Children in the Nurture and admonition of the Lord.
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the Skyes may as it were pour down, and Shower down Holiness and Righteousness; that this Land may be an Habitation of Righteousness and Mountain of Holiness. FINIS.
the Skies may as it were pour down, and Shower down Holiness and Righteousness; that this Land may be an Habitation of Righteousness and Mountain of Holiness. FINIS.
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Sed bene intelligentibus, Utrumque invenitur in Singulis. Nam et qui diligit DEUM, non Eum potest contemnere praecipientem ut diligat Proximum: et qui sancte ac spirita•iter diligit Proximum; Quid in eo diligit, nisi DEUM? Augustin. in Joan. 13.34 Tractat. 65. col. 415.
said bene intelligentibus, Utrumque Invenitur in Singulis. Nam et qui diligit GOD, non Eum potest contemnere praecipientem ut diligat Proximum: et qui sancte ac spirita•iter diligit Proximum; Quid in eo diligit, nisi GOD? Augustin. in Joan. 13.34 Tractate 65. col. 415.
