Kalōs proestōtes, or, A view of church-government wherein the proper church-governors are demonstrated, their office, duty, work and employment ... is declared ... : in a sermon preached at West-Malling ... Septemb. 16, 1662 / by John Stileman ...
WHen I consider the work, and occasion of this meeting, I cannot but with confidence presume that we are all assembled with the voyce of Joy and Praise;
WHen I Consider the work, and occasion of this meeting, I cannot but with confidence presume that we Are all assembled with the voice of Joy and Praise;
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When the Devil would overthrow the Church, or Religion, it is his first work to oppose her Bishops and Priests, as Antichristian, uselesse, and what not.
When the devil would overthrow the Church, or Religion, it is his First work to oppose her Bishops and Priests, as Antichristian, useless, and what not.
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And such is the Command of the Apostle here in the text; Obey them that have the Rule over you, &c. Our Apostle doth in this Chapter (as in the close of his Epistle) heap up many exhortations to divers duties of several natures, which have no necessary connexion:
And such is the Command of the Apostle Here in the text; Obey them that have the Rule over you, etc. Our Apostle does in this Chapter (as in the close of his Epistle) heap up many exhortations to diverse duties of several nature's, which have no necessary connexion:
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They are an entire exhortation to a Christian carriage toward those, who rule over us in the Church (for of these ecclesiastical officers doth he here speak.) Obey them that rule over you, and submit your selves, &c. In which words, I shall observe these two generalls, I. A Command, or exhortation to a duty.
They Are an entire exhortation to a Christian carriage towards those, who Rule over us in the Church (for of these ecclesiastical Officers does he Here speak.) Obey them that Rule over you, and submit your selves, etc. In which words, I shall observe these two generals, I A Command, or exhortation to a duty.
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and assent to their Words, Doctrins, and Commands. 2. NONLATINALPHABET, Yeeld, Submit, to Obey from the heart that NONLATINALPHABET, to be moulded, or framed by it;
and assent to their Words, Doctrines, and Commands. 2., Yield, Submit, to Obey from the heart that, to be moulded, or framed by it;
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II. The Motives or Reasons inforcing the duty. Taken 1. Ab Officio. NONLATINALPHABET. Their care is for your Souls, they Watch ever and for them. 2. A Necessario. NONLATINALPHABET.
II The Motives or Reasons enforcing the duty. Taken 1. Ab Officio.. Their care is for your Souls, they Watch ever and for them. 2. A Necessarily..
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Your obedience is their comfort, and they shall then give account with Joy. 4. Ab Incommodo. If they must with grief say (as in the prophet) We have laboured in vain, we have spent our strength in vain and for nought;
Your Obedience is their Comfort, and they shall then give account with Joy. 4. Ab Incommodo. If they must with grief say (as in the Prophet) We have laboured in vain, we have spent our strength in vain and for nought;
Yet it will be 2. A Damage to you. NONLATINALPHABET. Unprofitable, it will not quit cost: it is a NONLATINALPHABET, or Litotes, ye will be much damnified by it.
Yet it will be 2. A Damage to you.. Unprofitable, it will not quit cost: it is a, or Litotes, you will be much damnified by it.
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Signifying, non sine propriae salutis jacturâ pastoribus nos esse molestos, & immorigeros: The disobedience of People is an heart-grief to their Pastors;
Signifying, non sine propriae Salutis jacturâ pastoribus nos esse molestos, & immorigerous: The disobedience of People is an heartgrief to their Pastors;
and that the like is the case of the Church without her Rulers, our late daies have given us too sad experience. 2. The Church is a City, a Family, an Army, a Body; it is (I say) 1. A City, state, or Commonwealth;
and that the like is the case of the Church without her Rulers, our late days have given us too sad experience. 2. The Church is a city, a Family, an Army, a Body; it is (I say) 1. A city, state, or Commonwealth;
take away this the whole is ruined. 2. A Family, the Houshold of God: the Houshold of faith, there must be rulers in a family, (if any where) Aequalitate nihil inaequalius: when Lycurgus was urged by one to establish a Democracy in Sparta, Fac primum (saith he) in Domotua, Begin at home, there would men soon see the mischief both of Anarchy, and a parity; and I am sure much more in Gods house. 3. An Army, They go from strength to strength.
take away this the Whole is ruined. 2. A Family, the Household of God: the Household of faith, there must be Rulers in a family, (if any where) Aequalitate nihil inaequalius: when Lycurgus was urged by one to establish a Democracy in Sparta, Fac primum (Says he) in Domotua, Begin At home, there would men soon see the mischief both of Anarchy, and a parity; and I am sure much more in God's house. 3. an Army, They go from strength to strength.
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Heb. NONLATINALPHABET Ab acie ad aciem. Thy people shall be willing In the day of thy power, when there seems to be an allusion to the mustering of an Army, and that in Decency and Order:
Hebrew Ab acie ad aciem. Thy people shall be willing In the day of thy power, when there seems to be an allusion to the mustering of an Army, and that in Decency and Order:
In the beauty of holiness, such is Jerusalem, an Army, a well marshalled army, with banners, and there we know is the straitest discipline; most absolute commands;
In the beauty of holiness, such is Jerusalem, an Army, a well marshaled army, with banners, and there we know is the straitest discipline; most absolute commands;
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for they know, Destroy this order, and the Church is ruined. 4. A Body, which the Apostle briefly hints in that, to the Romans, There are many members in one body yet all have not the same office;
for they know, Destroy this order, and the Church is ruined. 4. A Body, which the Apostle briefly hints in that, to the Roman, There Are many members in one body yet all have not the same office;
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Which he more largely handles in his Epistle to the Corinthians. There we have Head, and Members, and among the parts, some to direct, as the eye; some to be directed as the hands, and feet, &c. Thus in the Church, the Body of Christ, some have one office,
Which he more largely handles in his Epistle to the Corinthians. There we have Head, and Members, and among the parts, Some to Direct, as the eye; Some to be directed as the hands, and feet, etc. Thus in the Church, the Body of christ, Some have one office,
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and place, some another. 3. And the Censures to be exercised, which the Church is commanded, put away from among you, (i. e.) Cut of by excommunication, that wicked person: and for which she is commended, and willed again to restore the Penitent; these evidence, that there must be Officers to dispense them. 4. Neither would there be ground for those sharpe reproofes to the Corinthians, for not casting out the incestuous;
and place, Some Another. 3. And the Censures to be exercised, which the Church is commanded, put away from among you, (i. e.) cut of by excommunication, that wicked person: and for which she is commended, and willed again to restore the Penitent; these evidence, that there must be Officers to dispense them. 4. Neither would there be ground for those sharp reproofs to the Corinthians, for not casting out the incestuous;
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of the Angel of Pergamus for tolerating the Balaamites, and Nicolaitans, or of Thyatira for suffering that seducing Prophetesse, had not God set up such Governours in his Church,
of the Angel of Pergamos for tolerating the Balaamites, and Nicolaitans, or of Thyatira for suffering that seducing Prophetess, had not God Set up such Governors in his Church,
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We may justly therefore wonder what should so besot the mindes of those, who would be thought Christians, that their hearts should be so averse to Government,
We may justly Therefore wonder what should so besot the minds of those, who would be Thought Christians, that their hearts should be so averse to Government,
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and they be so easily stirred up to throw out their Rulers. We cannot but with horror look back to the years, that are past: Oh, where were the NONLATINALPHABET, the NONLATINALPHABET:
and they be so Easily stirred up to throw out their Rulers. We cannot but with horror look back to the Years, that Are past: O, where were the, the:
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how did the subtile Foxes creep into the vineyard, and the Wild Boar destroy the Vine? Nature it self teacheth, that in every society, Sacred or Civil, there must be Order and Government:
how did the subtle Foxes creep into the vineyard, and the Wild Boar destroy the Vine? Nature it self Teaches, that in every society, Sacred or Civil, there must be Order and Government:
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Whence is this frowardnesse and aversion? but either, 1. From a Selfe-Love, a love to base lusts, men are lovers of themselves (i. e.) of carnal sensual selfe, and then disobedient to Parents, hate all Governors, because unwilling their lusts should be reformed: 2. or Selfe-conceit, every one thinks (as he in the Comick ) Consilii satis est in me mihi;
Whence is this frowardness and aversion? but either, 1. From a Selfe-Love, a love to base Lustiest, men Are lovers of themselves (i. e.) of carnal sensual self, and then disobedient to Parents, hate all Governors, Because unwilling their Lustiest should be reformed: 2. or Self-conceit, every one thinks (as he in the Comic) Consilii satis est in me mihi;
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3. or, Selfe-will, they say we are our own, who shall controul us. Nolumus hunc regnare, We will not have such rule over us, We will not, and all the reason is,
3. or, Self-will, they say we Are our own, who shall control us. Nolumus hunc Reign, We will not have such Rule over us, We will not, and all the reason is,
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Though the Reines of Discipline have been broken, and the bands of Government loosed; yet are they now repaired, and these Reines put into the proper hands.
Though the Reins of Discipline have been broken, and the bans of Government loosed; yet Are they now repaired, and these Reins put into the proper hands.
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Now we see again the face of a Bishop visiting his Church and Clergy: Now we see the Ministers encouraged in their work that they may in peace watch over the Souls of the flock,
Now we see again the face of a Bishop visiting his Church and Clergy: Now we see the Ministers encouraged in their work that they may in peace watch over the Souls of the flock,
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and preserve this Order and Government that it may continue to be: 1. A fence & support to the Ordinances of God, the Administrations of grace, God having ordained special Administrators for special Administrations; for special Ordinances, special Officers.
and preserve this Order and Government that it may continue to be: 1. A fence & support to the Ordinances of God, the Administrations of grace, God having ordained special Administrators for special Administrations; for special Ordinances, special Officers.
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2. A fence to Religion, to keep out Errors & Heresies. 3. A Preservative of Purity, and Scourge of prophanesse. 4. An Hedge to the Church, to preserve the bands of Unity, and to make Jerusalem as a City that is compact together, and keep off Schism and Division.
2. A fence to Religion, to keep out Errors & Heresies. 3. A Preservative of Purity, and Scourge of profaneness. 4. an Hedge to the Church, to preserve the bans of Unity, and to make Jerusalem as a city that is compact together, and keep off Schism and Division.
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Some men glory in the name of Separation; but did they know and consider what it is, they would look upon it as Res tremenda & horrenda; when there cannot be found any one of the seperate Congregations of England of a little standing,
some men glory in the name of Separation; but did they know and Consider what it is, they would look upon it as Rest Tremenda & Horrenda; when there cannot be found any one of the separate Congregations of England of a little standing,
hence Arrians, Socinians, Anabaptists, Familists, Quakers, and what not? No wonder that so great a sin as Schisme, should be accompanied with so fearful Plagues. 1. We have now seen a necessity of Government and Governors in the Church. 2. We are now to enquire, 1. Who are these Governors, and 2. What is their office and work.
hence Arians, socinians, Anabaptists, Familists, Quakers, and what not? No wonder that so great a since as Schism, should be accompanied with so fearful Plagues. 1. We have now seen a necessity of Government and Governors in the Church. 2. We Are now to inquire, 1. Who Are these Governors, and 2. What is their office and work.
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1. The Officers and Governors to be obeyed, are called here NONLATINALPHABET in other places NONLATINALPHABET; sometimes NONLATINALPHABET, sometimes NONLATINALPHABET. The word is different;
1. The Officers and Governors to be obeyed, Are called Here in other places; sometime, sometime. The word is different;
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1. The first and Primary Governors are the Bishops of the Church, these are the Episcopi, and these the Presbyteri, the Primary and proper Elders. In the beginning called Apostles, and (because they continued not in their persons but their successors) Apostolical men in the first age,
1. The First and Primary Governors Are the Bishops of the Church, these Are the Bishops, and these the Presbyteries, the Primary and proper Elders. In the beginning called Apostles, and (Because they continued not in their Persons but their Successors) Apostolical men in the First age,
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Such Elders then were they, as St. Peter himself was, he was but a fellow-Elder, such as they and no more then they, in that part of his Aposolical office, which was of standing and perpetual use in the Church, their work,
Such Elders then were they, as Saint Peter himself was, he was but a fellow-Elder, such as they and no more then they, in that part of his Aposolical office, which was of standing and perpetual use in the Church, their work,
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and imparity in the Evangelicall Ministry? some NONLATINALPHABET, not so much in Age, as in Office, whose work was to feed, and Govern, NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET:
and imparity in the Evangelical Ministry? Some, not so much in Age, as in Office, whose work was to feed, and Govern,, and:
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some NONLATINALPHABET, which by Analogy to the former verses, I conceive, may well be interpreted to be, (not young in Age, or Novices in Christianity, but) Juniours in regard of Place and Office, who were NONLATINALPHABET, to be under, or obey the Bishop in the Church,
Some, which by Analogy to the former Verses, I conceive, may well be interpreted to be, (not young in Age, or novices in Christianity, but) Juniours in regard of Place and Office, who were, to be under, or obey the Bishop in the Church,
so that clearly there must be in the Clergy, both the NONLATINALPHABET, or Praepositi, The Bishops, or by what other name so ever they may fitly be called,
so that clearly there must be in the Clergy, both the, or Praepositi, The Bishops, or by what other name so ever they may fitly be called,
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for we stand not upon names but things; and the NONLATINALPHABET, or Subditi, or Subordinati, the Subordinate Pastors, Priests, or Ministers (call them as you please) who in their places are to Govern and feed their peculiar flockes,
for we stand not upon names but things; and the, or Subditi, or Subordinati, the Subordinate Pastors, Priests, or Ministers (call them as you please) who in their places Are to Govern and feed their peculiar flocks,
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yet to be under and obey their Bishop. The NONLATINALPHABET then in the text, in the first notion, are (as the learned Grotius in another place notes) Qui in Ecclesia sublimiorem caeteris consecuti sunt gradum, ut Apostoli; & post eos Episcopi.
yet to be under and obey their Bishop. The then in the text, in the First notion, Are (as the learned Grotius in Another place notes) Qui in Ecclesia sublimiorem caeteris consecuti sunt Gradum, ut Apostles; & post eos Bishops.
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and their work is also NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET, as the Scriptures evidence. Both these in their places and stations must be included under the NONLATINALPHABET in the text.
and their work is also, and, as the Scriptures evidence. Both these in their places and stations must be included under the in the text.
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And 3. Besides these, there are or may be many other particular officers, which though they have not such a particular expresse Divine institution, yet the Wisdome of the Church hath found them requisite,
And 3. Beside these, there Are or may be many other particular Officers, which though they have not such a particular express Divine Institution, yet the Wisdom of the Church hath found them requisite,
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which being established in an authority by the Law of the Church, or Kingdom, of which we are (such as amongst us the Chancellor, Archdeacon, &c. or other like officers in other Churches) they must by us be reckoned among these NONLATINALPHABET and accordingly are to be obeyed in their places.
which being established in an Authority by the Law of the Church, or Kingdom, of which we Are (such as among us the Chancellor, Archdeacon, etc. or other like Officers in other Churches) they must by us be reckoned among these and accordingly Are to be obeyed in their places.
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2. Having found the Officers, we are next to enquire their Work and employment. And the text will shew us several particular worth noting, both 1. in their office,
2. Having found the Officers, we Are next to inquire their Work and employment. And the text will show us several particular worth noting, both 1. in their office,
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1. The first is NONLATINALPHABET, Eminence, They are over you, a degree above ( viz. in relation to matters of the Church.) So are all Rulers over the Ruled: it is so in the State, let the Lord set a man over the Congregation, saith Moses: it is so in the Church, who is the wise steward, whom the Lond shall make Ruler over his house? though they are all servants to the Lord of all, net are some in Eminency over the rest; as the NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET before mentioned.
1. The First is, Eminence, They Are over you, a degree above (viz. in Relation to matters of the Church.) So Are all Rulers over the Ruled: it is so in the State, let the Lord Set a man over the Congregation, Says Moses: it is so in the Church, who is the wise steward, whom the Land shall make Ruler over his house? though they Are all Servants to the Lord of all, net Are Some in Eminency over the rest; as the, and before mentioned.
Yea even the Deacons are said to have some degree of Eminency, they purchase to them elves NONLATINALPHABET, a good degree, unlesse this be rather to be understood that by their faithfull diligence in that lower, they come to gain a higher degree in the Church.
Yea even the Deacons Are said to have Some degree of Eminency, they purchase to them elves, a good degree, unless this be rather to be understood that by their faithful diligence in that lower, they come to gain a higher degree in the Church.
But however this is clear in the Place of Governours, there is an Eminence. 1. Which must engage us inferiours to yeild that just Reverence that is due to our Superiors for their place sake? And 2. For us (my Brethren of the Clergy ) As we are NONLATINALPHABET to our flocks, and so have a degree of Eminency in that regard above them;
But however this is clear in the Place of Governors, there is an Eminence. 1. Which must engage us inferiors to yield that just reverence that is due to our Superiors for their place sake? And 2. For us (my Brothers of the Clergy) As we Are to our flocks, and so have a degree of Eminency in that regard above them;
thus was Elies sin aggravated by the eminence of his place, I Chese thy fathers house — took thee to be my Priest — Why spurn Ye at my sacrifices? &c. And ye know also?
thus was Elies since aggravated by the eminence of his place, I Cheese thy Father's house — took thee to be my Priest — Why spurn You At my Sacrifices? etc. And you know also?
Soli latere si licet, Regi (adde Episcopo, Clero ) licet. And besides all this, We may be sure, our faults will be more observed then all our abilities, pains, and good actions whatsoever.
Soli later si licet, King (add Bishop, Clero) licet. And beside all this, We may be sure, our Faults will be more observed then all our abilities, pains, and good actions whatsoever.
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2 The next considerable in this office, is NONLATINALPHABET Precedence to go before, and to lead the flock: for this is NONLATINALPHABET it is vox castrensis: but used of Publick persons, whether in the Camp, City, or Church: and this NONLATINALPHABET (ye know) answer to the Heb: NONLATINALPHABET Dux, Praesul, Antistes.
2 The next considerable in this office, is Precedence to go before, and to led the flock: for this is it is vox Castrensis: but used of Public Persons, whither in the Camp, city, or Church: and this (you know) answer to the Hebrew: Dux, Præsul, Antistes.
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the Captain in Military: So the Priest in Sacred. The Bishop as Leivetennat General under Christ, who alone is NONLATINALPHABET the Cheif-Captain: and the Presbyters, as inferior Captains, and subordinate leaders, who are to set themselves in the Front or Fore-ward of their several Charges,
the Captain in Military: So the Priest in Sacred. The Bishop as Leivetennat General under christ, who alone is the Cheif-Captain: and the Presbyters, as inferior Captains, and subordinate leaders, who Are to Set themselves in the Front or Forward of their several Charges,
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and manfully marching before the Church, encouraging all to follow with like valour & diligence in the Christian Warfare against the World, the Flesh, and the Devill.
and manfully marching before the Church, encouraging all to follow with like valour & diligence in the Christian Warfare against the World, the Flesh, and the devil.
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We have also in the Scripture another Metaphor much to the same purpose, let the Lord of the spirits (saith Moses) set a man over the Congregation, that he may go out before them and come in before them;
We have also in the Scripture Another Metaphor much to the same purpose, let the Lord of the spirits (Says Moses) Set a man over the Congregation, that he may go out before them and come in before them;
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but to go before and lead them, to which custome also our Saviour alludes, the sheep hearing, & knowing the voyce of their own sheepheard do follow him.
but to go before and led them, to which custom also our Saviour alludes, the sheep hearing, & knowing the voice of their own shepherd do follow him.
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Thus Rulers are Leaders; it is so in Political, it is so in Ecclesiasticals, Prophets, Bishops, Priests, are such Leaders, Pastors. Guides, as the Scriptures in many places shew.
Thus Rulers Are Leaders; it is so in Political, it is so in Ecclesiasticals, prophets, Bishops, Priests, Are such Leaders, Pastors. Guides, as the Scriptures in many places show.
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Which Precedence is not so much in Civill respects, taking the upper hand, &c. as a going before others in a way of Doctrin, Direction, Circumspect Walking,
Which Precedence is not so much in Civil respects, taking the upper hand, etc. as a going before Others in a Way of Doctrine, Direction, Circumspect Walking,
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and a Repute to both, by being examples in Word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit in Faith and Purity, Paterns of good VVorks, not as Domineerings Lords (for it is not the Title of NONLATINALPHABET but the abuse of power, NONLATINALPHABET which is there condemned) but as ensamples to the flock.
and a Repute to both, by being Examples in Word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit in Faith and Purity, Patterns of good Works, not as Domineer lords (for it is not the Title of but the abuse of power, which is there condemned) but as ensamples to the flock.
Let us not then be strangers to our studies, but be earnest by Study, Meditation and Prayer to gaine an higher measure of knowledge, a deeper and farther insight into the mysteries of the Gospell.
Let us not then be Strangers to our studies, but be earnest by Study, Meditation and Prayer to gain an higher measure of knowledge, a Deeper and farther insight into the Mysteres of the Gospel.
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then we must be NONLATINALPHABET learned, that we may be able to perform it give attendance first to Reading, then to Exhortation, and Doctrine. 2. Holinesse of life, if we are Guides, we must take the more care that we go not out of the way,
then we must be learned, that we may be able to perform it give attendance First to Reading, then to Exhortation, and Doctrine. 2. Holiness of life, if we Are Guides, we must take the more care that we go not out of the Way,
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True it is, our examples are no Rule for others to follow in evill courses, nor will it be a plea for any to justifie sin, here Christs rule must hold do as they say, but do not after their evill works.
True it is, our Examples Are no Rule for Others to follow in evil courses, nor will it be a plea for any to justify since, Here Christ Rule must hold do as they say, but do not After their evil works.
and it shall appear that we not onely fall our selves, but like the Devill, or first falling Angel (to which there seemes to be an allusion in the Apocalypse ) draw thousands also down after us.
and it shall appear that we not only fallen our selves, but like the devil, or First falling Angel (to which there seems to be an allusion in the Apocalypse) draw thousands also down After us.
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Excellent is that passage of that holy Gregorie; NONLATINALPHABET — VVhen we are entrusted with this place and office by God, it is not enough, that we are not wicked (for this is to be abhorred in the lowest of the people) but it must be our endeavour to be more above them in piety and goodnesse,
Excellent is that passage of that holy Gregory; — When we Are Entrusted with this place and office by God, it is not enough, that we Are not wicked (for this is to be abhorred in the lowest of the people) but it must be our endeavour to be more above them in piety and Goodness,
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3. The next remarkable in this office is NONLATINALPHABET, or (according to the word in the text) NONLATINALPHABET, VVatching, or Observance, and oversight. NONLATINALPHABET Insomnem noctem ducunt vigiles: the word is Emphatically,
3. The next remarkable in this office is, or (according to the word in the text), Watching, or Observance, and oversight. Insomnem noctem ducunt Vigiles: the word is Emphatically,
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and this Metaphor shewes their work. 1. They are NONLATINALPHABET, to stand in the VVatch-Tower, as Centinels, to prevent danger from without, to declare when the enemie cometh. 2. NONLATINALPHABET to Oversee the flock, to prevent their carelesnesse within;
and this Metaphor shows their work. 1. They Are, to stand in the VVatch-Tower, as Centinels, to prevent danger from without, to declare when the enemy comes. 2. to Oversee the flock, to prevent their carelessness within;
Both these doth the Apostle mean in that charge which he gives in his last far-well at Miletum, to the Elders or Bishop of Ephesus. viz. to Timothy the then Bishop (as may well be judged) of that Metropolis, and the other inferiour Bishops under him:
Both these does the Apostle mean in that charge which he gives in his last farewell At Miletus, to the Elders or Bishop of Ephesus. viz. to Timothy the then Bishop (as may well be judged) of that Metropolis, and the other inferior Bishops under him:
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VVolves will enter in, therefore watch and take heed to your selves and to all the flock, over which the holy Ghost hath made you, NONLATINALPHABET, Bishops, (i. e.) inspectors, or overseers. And now this Watch is. A watch for the flook:
VVolves will enter in, Therefore watch and take heed to your selves and to all the flock, over which the holy Ghost hath made you,, Bishops, (i. e.) inspectors, or Overseers. And now this Watch is. A watch for the flook:
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As Watchmen, if they see a Sword comming in judgment from God, they must blow the Trumpet and warne men, that they may repent of sin and avoid the stroke.
As Watchmen, if they see a Sword coming in judgement from God, they must blow the Trumpet and warn men, that they may Repent of since and avoid the stroke.
nor Schisme, Heresie, or Prophanesse in the Church of God. 2. A watch over the flock, and so much is also signified in this NONLATINALPHABET, a carefull Oversight, to look to them,
nor Schism, Heresy, or Profaneness in the Church of God. 2. A watch over the flock, and so much is also signified in this, a careful Oversight, to look to them,
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and the single Pastor not being able to take notice, of or a personal inspection into every particular) that the wisedome of the Church hath thought fit to joyn others, in the respective Parishes, to assist the Minister, (the Church-wardens, I mean, who, did they conscientiously discharge their places,
and the single Pastor not being able to take notice, of or a personal inspection into every particular) that the Wisdom of the Church hath Thought fit to join Others, in the respective Parishes, to assist the Minister, (the Churchwardens, I mean, who, did they conscientiously discharge their places,
or want of such an officer as a Lay-Elder in every Church, which some of late have so much stickled for) These by their constant dealings with the people, having more and better opportunities to look into their lives, are then to acquaint the Bishop, or the Proper Governours,
or want of such an officer as a Lay-elder in every Church, which Some of late have so much stickled for) These by their constant dealings with the people, having more and better opportunities to look into their lives, Are then to acquaint the Bishop, or the Proper Governors,
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The end of which Inspection is, not to exercise a Dominion for the honour or profit of our selves, but for the edification and advantage of the flock, viz.
The end of which Inspection is, not to exercise a Dominion for the honour or profit of our selves, but for the edification and advantage of the flock, viz.
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and it is the watchmans work, by Doctrine, Exhortation, Admonition, Rebuke, Discipline and Censures to bring men to Repentance, that they may be saved.
and it is the watchman's work, by Doctrine, Exhortation, Admonition, Rebuke, Discipline and Censures to bring men to Repentance, that they may be saved.
If any be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, (i.e.) who have attained to greater measures, especially if in place and office, Take, Raise, Restore such a man: This also must teach us,
If any be overtaken in a fault, you which Are spiritual, (i.e.) who have attained to greater measures, especially if in place and office, Take, Raise, Restore such a man: This also must teach us,
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Take heed to your selves first, then to the flock: first to thy self, then to thy doctrine, and this is the way to save both our selves and them that hear us.
Take heed to your selves First, then to the flock: First to thy self, then to thy Doctrine, and this is the Way to save both our selves and them that hear us.
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but if we warn them and do our duty, whatsoever the event or successe be to them, we have Delivered our own souls. This is our third work Inspection, and Observance.
but if we warn them and do our duty, whatsoever the event or success be to them, we have Delivered our own Souls. This is our third work Inspection, and Observance.
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4. The fourth and last considerable in this office is NONLATINALPHABET: Governance: Hierarchia, A sacred jurisdiction; they are NONLATINALPHABET, to be obeyed and submitted to.
4. The fourth and last considerable in this office is: Governance: Hierarchy, A sacred jurisdiction; they Are, to be obeyed and submitted to.
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words of Rule and Authority. There is a Governance, in the Venerable Bishops, who are NONLATINALPHABET to have the rule and oversight as, of the flock, so of the NONLATINALPHABET, the Clergy also, (as the Antithesis in St. Peter must infer,) NONLATINALPHABET.
words of Rule and authority. There is a Governance, in the Venerable Bishops, who Are to have the Rule and oversight as, of the flock, so of the, the Clergy also, (as the Antithesis in Saint Peter must infer,).
but, as Pastors, Brethren, Fathers, over the several Presbyters, and people. Under these, The Presbyters also (though subordinate to the Bishops, as Subjects, shall I say,
but, as Pastors, Brothers, Father's, over the several Presbyters, and people. Under these, The Presbyters also (though subordinate to the Bishops, as Subject's, shall I say,
nay rather as Sons, or Brethren in subordination to obey them as Fathers; yet) to Govern their respective flocks; not Commanding with Dominion; but Feeding, Teaching;
nay rather as Sons, or Brothers in subordination to obey them as Father's; yet) to Govern their respective flocks; not Commanding with Dominion; but Feeding, Teaching;
so Ruling with Charity, and all possible Meeknesse, and Gentlenesse, with all Long-suffering and patience, and yet with an holy Authority also, NONLATINALPHABET.
so Ruling with Charity, and all possible Meekness, and Gentleness, with all Long-suffering and patience, and yet with an holy authority also,.
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Now though we consider the Bishop as Distinct from, because in this point of Government superiour to other Presbyters; yet the happinesse of a Church very much consisteth in the sweet harmony and consent between these two;
Now though we Consider the Bishop as Distinct from, Because in this point of Government superior to other Presbyters; yet the happiness of a Church very much Consisteth in the sweet harmony and consent between these two;
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A Reverend Episcopacy praesiding, assisted with a pious subordinate Presbytery, which the scriptures Warrant, the lawes of our Church establish; (nor do any, that I know, claime any other Authorty) I shall not divide them,
A Reverend Episcopacy presiding, assisted with a pious subordinate Presbytery, which the Scriptures Warrant, the laws of our Church establish; (nor do any, that I know, claim any other authority) I shall not divide them,
but only consider where this Government, which they thus exercise, doth consist, viz. Chiefely in these four things. 1. Admonition, this is one of their works, they labour, and are over — NONLATINALPHABET and admonish; it is an Apostolicall charge:
but only Consider where this Government, which they thus exercise, does consist, viz. Chiefly in these four things. 1. Admonition, this is one of their works, they labour, and Are over — and admonish; it is an Apostolical charge:
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but if this Admonition prevails not, then must be added, 2. Sharpe Reprehension: When gentle Plaisters do no good, Causticks and sharper Remedies must be applied:
but if this Admonition prevails not, then must be added, 2. Sharp Reprehension: When gentle Plasters do not good, Caustics and sharper Remedies must be applied:
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but, NONLATINALPHABET, if a man overtake sin, there must be another course: Use some tenderly, NONLATINALPHABET, with all compassion, distinguishing between sinners;
but,, if a man overtake sin, there must be Another course: Use Some tenderly,, with all compassion, distinguishing between Sinners;
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And if such Rebukes prevail not, the Church must put forth her power in, 3. Ecclesiastical Censures: When men sin openly, rebuke them before all, that others may fear.
And if such Rebukes prevail not, the Church must put forth her power in, 3. Ecclesiastical Censures: When men sin openly, rebuke them before all, that Others may Fear.
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When there is an open Scandal, there must be a publick Censure. NONLATINALPHABET, Note that man; set a brand upon him, that he may be brought to shame.
When there is an open Scandal, there must be a public Censure., Note that man; Set a brand upon him, that he may be brought to shame.
when apparent danger, — Ne pars sincera trahatur: so, in the Church, would any means else reform a soul, it would be high uncharitableness to cut him off.
when apparent danger, — Ne pars Sincere trahatur: so, in the Church, would any means Else reform a soul, it would be high uncharitableness to Cut him off.
Were I worthy to advice our Venerable Fathers, who sit at the Stern, I should make it mine earnest Request for the Church, that no Court might pass this Censure,
Were I worthy to Advice our Venerable Father's, who fit At the Stern, I should make it mine earnest Request for the Church, that no Court might pass this Censure,
it will make her Courts ridiculous, her Censures scorned, and the enemies of the Church to slight that, which if well managed, would fill them with shame and horror,
it will make her Courts ridiculous, her Censures scorned, and the enemies of the Church to slight that, which if well managed, would fill them with shame and horror,
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The sin may be light in the beginning, and the offence small at first, yet when men shall either persist notwithstanding all fair means to reform them;
The since may be Light in the beginning, and the offence small At First, yet when men shall either persist notwithstanding all fair means to reform them;
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or shall despise the power of the Church, and to their first offence add a proud presumptuous Contumacy, against the Laws of the Church, this now growes highly scandalous, which before might have been passed over with a light hand) when (I say) the Scandal is thus notorious, (whether from the nature of the crime,
or shall despise the power of the Church, and to their First offence add a proud presumptuous Contumacy, against the Laws of the Church, this now grows highly scandalous, which before might have been passed over with a Light hand) when (I say) the Scandal is thus notorious, (whither from the nature of the crime,
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If one and a second warning will not reclaim an Heretick, then NONLATINALPHABET, Cast him out: if there be an Incestuous Corinthian, and he continue so:
If one and a second warning will not reclaim an Heretic, then, Cast him out: if there be an Incestuous Corinthian, and he continue so:
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NONLATINALPHABET, Cut off, ( vix. By Excommunication) That wicked person from among you. Even nature teacheth this, in the body natural, Immedicabile vulnus ense recidendum —;
, cut off, (vix. By Excommunication) That wicked person from among you. Even nature Teaches this, in the body natural, Immedicabile Wound Ense recidendum —;
as much as a wrong done to a Community, transcends an Injury to a private person. Yea there is an higher end in Excommunication, then there can be in cutting off a natural member, or throwing one out of a civil society:
as much as a wrong done to a Community, transcends an Injury to a private person. Yea there is an higher end in Excommunication, then there can be in cutting off a natural member, or throwing one out of a civil society:
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And, 2. To vindicate the Churches Purity and Christianity from the Reproaches of her Enemies, that the world may see, that neither doth the Church own such rotten members,
And, 2. To vindicate the Churches Purity and Christianity from the Reproaches of her Enemies, that the world may see, that neither does the Church own such rotten members,
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So, 3. It mainly looks to the sinner himself, for though it be a Censure of the greatest severity, excluding the sinner from the Communion and Blessings of the Church,
So, 3. It mainly looks to the sinner himself, for though it be a Censure of the greatest severity, excluding the sinner from the Communion and Blessings of the Church,
Yet it carries in it the greatest Charity to the sinners Soul, the end being not to destroy, but to save: that as by a dreadful thunder-bolt he may be stricken with fear and horror and awakened to Repentance;
Yet it carries in it the greatest Charity to the Sinners Soul, the end being not to destroy, but to save: that as by a dreadful thunderbolt he may be stricken with Fear and horror and awakened to Repentance;
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For this end are H•m•neus and Alexander delivered unto Satan, NONLATINALPHABET, That they may learn (as being by this instructed) not to blaspheme. The end being no other,
For this end Are H•m•neus and Alexander Delivered unto Satan,, That they may Learn (as being by this instructed) not to Blaspheme. The end being no other,
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This also may teach us, My Brethren of the Clergy, a double Duty: I. We are as Governours of the Flock in our places to Admonish, Rebuke, &c. How careful should we be then to keep our selves free from that which we reprove in others? Quod dictum vis alteri, dic prius tibi.
This also may teach us, My Brothers of the Clergy, a double Duty: I We Are as Governors of the Flock in our places to Admonish, Rebuke, etc. How careful should we be then to keep our selves free from that which we reprove in Others? Quod dictum vis Alteri, Die prius tibi.
when our selves are more, or equally guilty? When we do well, and preach by our Lives, as well as our Doctrine, we may gain NONLATINALPHABET, great bolduess, and use freedom of speech in any Reproof,
when our selves Are more, or equally guilty? When we do well, and preach by our Lives, as well as our Doctrine, we may gain, great bolduess, and use freedom of speech in any Reproof,
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Which of you can convince me of Sin? And as Samuel, when he would effectually reprove the ingratitude of Israel, begins with a testification of his own Integrity, challenging them to say any thing against him, if they could;
Which of you can convince me of since? And as Samuel, when he would effectually reprove the ingratitude of Israel, begins with a testification of his own Integrity, challenging them to say any thing against him, if they could;
— But if that Proverb may be cast in our teeth, NONLATINALPHABET, When we undertake to reprove, our own bad life will take off the edge and efficacy of it:
— But if that Proverb may be cast in our teeth,, When we undertake to reprove, our own bad life will take off the edge and efficacy of it:
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If we come to reform men, we had need bring Digitos mundos. He that comes to wipe off a spot on the face, with foul fingers, will make it worse Remember then that charge of the Apostle, Keep thy self pure. II. Let it not be esteemed Presumption,
If we come to reform men, we had need bring Digitos mundos. He that comes to wipe off a spot on the face, with foul fingers, will make it Worse remember then that charge of the Apostle, Keep thy self pure. II Let it not be esteemed Presumption,
but, let me obtest and adjure all those, who are called to manage the Government under them, that they zealously exercise it in all things to its proper en•••;
but, let me obtest and adjure all those, who Are called to manage the Government under them, that they zealously exercise it in all things to its proper en•••;
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and taken up by some as a reproach against the Church, I hope unjustly still) Non nummorum, sed morum gratia, not to empty mens purses, but to reform their manners:
and taken up by Some as a reproach against the Church, I hope unjustly still) Non nummorum, sed morum Gratia, not to empty men's purses, but to reform their manners:
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but for your souls, for the furtherance and advancement of your spiritual good, your consolation and salvation: And this shews the Nature, Worth and Weight of this work. 1. The Nature of our work, it is spiritual, to look not NONLATINALPHABET, about the things of this life, or secular concerns,
but for your Souls, for the furtherance and advancement of your spiritual good, your consolation and salvation: And this shows the Nature, Worth and Weight of this work. 1. The Nature of our work, it is spiritual, to look not, about the things of this life, or secular concerns,
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and the Spirit saved in the day of Christ, (as I have already shewn.) 2. It is a work about Souls; then a work of Worth and Excellency, to encourage fit persons to it,
and the Spirit saved in the day of christ, (as I have already shown.) 2. It is a work about Souls; then a work of Worth and Excellency, to encourage fit Persons to it,
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and, (in the language of the Philosopher) NONLATINALPHABET, as much as may be to make a god of man, that is, of a Sinner to make a Saint, or, (in the language of the Scripture,) Partaker of the Divine nature, which is the greatest and noblest work that man can do:
and, (in the language of the Philosopher), as much as may be to make a god of man, that is, of a Sinner to make a Saint, or, (in the language of the Scripture,) Partaker of the Divine nature, which is the greatest and Noblest work that man can do:
But to be a Steward of God in the Church, a Dispenser of heavenly Mysteries, NONLATINALPHABET, To divide the word aright, and to give the proper portion in due season to the souls of men, is much more:
But to be a Steward of God in the Church, a Dispenser of heavenly Mysteres,, To divide the word aright, and to give the proper portion in due season to the Souls of men, is much more:
The Employment then about these, and the Government of them, must needs be a work of worth and weight, The Art of Arts NONLATINALPHABET, &c. as that holy Nazianzen doth excellently express it.
The Employment then about these, and the Government of them, must needs be a work of worth and weight, The Art of Arts, etc. as that holy Nazianzen does excellently express it.
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2. It is a prevalent motive to perswade to the Duty of the Text, Obedience and Submission. Which is the Act required, (the first particular named in the Analysis, though here handled last) Obey, and Submit your selves. We have seen a Government in the Church;
2. It is a prevalent motive to persuade to the Duty of the Text, obedience and Submission. Which is the Act required, (the First particular nam in the Analysis, though Here handled last) Obey, and Submit your selves. We have seen a Government in the Church;
Let them have their Double honour, especially they labouring in the Word and Doctrin. Obey them, for their place and Authority sake. 1. Reason requires it;
Let them have their Double honour, especially they labouring in the Word and Doctrine. Obey them, for their place and authority sake. 1. Reason requires it;
Every Authority both in Church and State is an Ordinance of God, and to be obeyed for Conscience sake. We are not only to look on them as Neighbours and Members; or reverence them onely as Reverend pious men; but to Obey them as Fathers and Governours. They are Men,
Every authority both in Church and State is an Ordinance of God, and to be obeyed for Conscience sake. We Are not only to look on them as Neighbours and Members; or Reverence them only as Reverend pious men; but to Obey them as Father's and Governors. They Are Men,
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Yeild your selves to be Moulded according to their Word and Doctrine, as those who Watch for your souls. This is indeed to Feed your selves by the shepheards tents.
Yield your selves to be Moulded according to their Word and Doctrine, as those who Watch for your Souls. This is indeed to Feed your selves by the shepherds tents.
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And for us [ my Brethren of the Clergy ] would we find a just obedience to our Word and Doctrin, to our Admonitions and Reproofs in our respectives charges;
And for us [ my Brothers of the Clergy ] would we find a just Obedience to our Word and Doctrine, to our Admonitions and Reproofs in our respectives charges;
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As we are over our flocks: so must we remember, that we are as the Centurion in the Gospel, Men under Authority also. When we shall contend for a Parity, and deny a Subordination;
As we Are over our flocks: so must we Remember, that we Are as the Centurion in the Gospel, Men under authority also. When we shall contend for a Parity, and deny a Subordination;
but united, the Bishop with his Presbyters; A Venerable Episcopy, presiding, and principally ruling, assisted by a subordinate Presbytery, these together, through Gods mercy, shall be invincible.
but united, the Bishop with his Presbyters; A Venerable Episcopy, presiding, and principally ruling, assisted by a subordinate Presbytery, these together, through God's mercy, shall be invincible.
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but in Matters of Indifferency, Circumstance, and Order we shall also finde Obedience necessary. Some things there are which Christ and his Apostles have already prescribed to be observed in all Churches in the World;
but in Matters of Indifferency, Circumstance, and Order we shall also find obedience necessary. some things there Are which christ and his Apostles have already prescribed to be observed in all Churches in the World;
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yea at least Prudentially necessary for the beauty of Order, the Decency of Administration; wherein our Governours have power to Command, and we are obliged to obey.
yea At least Prudentially necessary for the beauty of Order, the Decency of Administration; wherein our Governors have power to Command, and we Are obliged to obey.
but left order to Titus in Creet; and consequently to the Bishops and Governors of the Church in their several Provinces, Diocesses and Jurisdictions, NONLATINALPHABET, To settle and order them,
but left order to Titus in Treat; and consequently to the Bishops and Governors of the Church in their several Provinces, Dioceses and Jurisdictions,, To settle and order them,
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Whatsoever then is Lawfull, (though we may judge it not so Convenient) and enjoyned by those, who (and not we) as Governours of the Church are onely Judges, we must submit unto, and for Peace, Order,
Whatsoever then is Lawful, (though we may judge it not so Convenient) and enjoined by those, who (and not we) as Governors of the Church Are only Judges, we must submit unto, and for Peace, Order,
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and for this purpose made Overseers by the Holy Ghost. They Act by a Divine Warrant, and to disobey them is to Resist the Holy Ghost. Their aime is your advantage, not as those against Jeremy, to watch for your halting, to take advantage against you? but to reforme, reclaime, and save your Souls.
and for this purpose made Overseers by the Holy Ghost. They Act by a Divine Warrant, and to disobey them is to Resist the Holy Ghost. Their Love is your advantage, not as those against Jeremiah, to watch for your halting, to take advantage against you? but to reform, reclaim, and save your Souls.
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It is too sad a signe that men love their Sins, when they are loath, that their Pastors should observe their Ways. 2. A Necessario. They must doe soe, it is their Duty.
It is too sad a Signen that men love their Sins, when they Are loath, that their Pastors should observe their Ways. 2. A Necessarily. They must do so, it is their Duty.
we are accounted Enemys, and for no other reason, but because we tell them the Truth. And when they should prize and love, they hate us even for our Workes sake.
we Are accounted Enemies, and for no other reason, but Because we tell them the Truth. And when they should prize and love, they hate us even for our Works sake.
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to the Minister, when his labours are successeful What is our joy, and Crown of Rejoycing? Are not even yee in the Presence of Christ, at his comeing? Yea are our glory, and our joy.
to the Minister, when his labours Are successful What is our joy, and Crown of Rejoicing? are not even ye in the Presence of christ, At his coming? Yea Are our glory, and our joy.
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They are Nurses and Foster-Fathers, and bear tender affections towards you, and rejoyce as much, as your natural Parents can do, in the stirring of your souls.
They Are Nurse's and Foster-Fathers, and bear tender affections towards you, and rejoice as much, as your natural Parents can do, in the stirring of your Souls.
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1. The Grief and Sorrow will be ours, when people are taught, admonished, &c. and yet will be still untractable, this is a grief of heart to their pious Pastors.
1. The Grief and Sorrow will be ours, when people Are taught, admonished, etc. and yet will be still untractable, this is a grief of heart to their pious Pastors.
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Is it not matter of sad sorrow, that we should see our labour lost, and that we still plough on the rocks, and sow among thorns? that we must still complaine (as it is in the Prophet) The bellowes are burnt, and the founder melteth in vain, there is no good done,
Is it not matter of sad sorrow, that we should see our labour lost, and that we still plough on the Rocks, and sow among thorns? that we must still complain (as it is in the Prophet) The bellows Are burned, and the founder melts in vain, there is no good done,
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for Curam sucsip mus, non curationem, we are charged with the Care, but not the Cure. The Physician suffers not for the Patients death, 〈 ◊ 〉 he resist or refuse his medicins:
for Curam sucsip mus, non curationem, we Are charged with the Care, but not the Cure. The physician suffers not for the Patients death, 〈 ◊ 〉 he resist or refuse his medicines:
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Our re•ard is not NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET, according to our work and labour, not fruit or success. Men that till the ground shall be paid, though the seed miscarry;
Our re•ard is not, but, according to our work and labour, not fruit or success. Men that till the ground shall be paid, though the seed miscarry;
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If any man hear, and beleive not (and he believes not, who obeyeth not) I judge him not [ saith Christ ] what? will not Christ judge? who else can? hath not God Committed all judgement to the Son? True,
If any man hear, and believe not (and he believes not, who Obeyeth not) I judge him not [ Says christ ] what? will not christ judge? who Else can? hath not God Committed all judgement to the Son? True,
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then, though to our sorrow, we may complaine for want of successe, that we have all this while Laboured in, vai and spent our strength in vain and for nought, yet let us be encouraged to go on,
then, though to our sorrow, we may complain for want of success, that we have all this while Laboured in, vai and spent our strength in vain and for nought, yet let us be encouraged to go on,
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O God of peace, Thou who broughtest again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepheard of the sheep through the blood of the everlasting covenant, Make us (Governors and governed, Pastors and Flock,
Oh God of peace, Thou who Broughtest again from the dead our Lord jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep through the blood of the everlasting Covenant, Make us (Governors and governed, Pastors and Flock,
To whom, with the Father and the Holy Ghost, Three persons, but One Eternal, Invisible, only wife God, be All Glory and Power, Praise and Dominion for ever and ever, AMEN. FINIS.
To whom, with the Father and the Holy Ghost, Three Persons, but One Eternal, Invisible, only wife God, be All Glory and Power, Praise and Dominion for ever and ever, AMEN. FINIS.
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Quinquam tunc (•c. ad consūmationem seculi ) extremā manum purgandae ecclesiae aponet, (Deus sc.) per A•gelos, idem tamen nunc facere incipit per pios Doctores. Calv. in Mat. 13.39.
Quinquam tunc (•c. ad consūmationem Seculi) extremam manum purgandae ecclesiae aponet, (Deus sc.) per A•gelos, idem tamen nunc facere incipit per Pios Doctors. Calvin in Mathew 13.39.
