A good day vvell improved, or Five sermons upon Acts 9. 31 Two of which were preached at Pauls, and ordered to be printed. To which is annexed a sermon on 2 Tim. 1. 13. Preached at St. Maries in Cambridge, on the Commencement Sabbath, June 30. 1650. By Anthony Tuckney D.D. and Master of St Johns College in Cambridge.
and spread further to the persecution and scattering of the whole Church at Jerusalem, Chap. 8. 1. And Saul still breathing out threatnings and slaughter, did blow the coal to carry the flame as far as Damascus, in the beginning of this Chapter,
and spread further to the persecution and scattering of the Whole Church At Jerusalem, Chap. 8. 1. And Saul still breathing out threatenings and slaughter, did blow the coal to carry the flame as Far as Damascus, in the beginning of this Chapter,
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and now NONLATINALPHABET, (as the like are called Chap. 3. 19.) cooling, refreshing times came from the presence of the Lord, and so we finde the heat of the fever abated,
and now, (as the like Are called Chap. 3. 19.) cooling, refreshing times Come from the presence of the Lord, and so we find the heat of the fever abated,
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and the sick spouse fallen to her rest, Then had the Churches rest, and then if He sleep, the Disciples concluded he would do well, especially if upon it all proved better, as here it did;
and the sick spouse fallen to her rest, Then had the Churches rest, and then if He sleep, the Disciples concluded he would do well, especially if upon it all proved better, as Here it did;
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1. The formerly afflicted and wearied Churches rest; Then had the Churches rest, &c. 2. This crowned with two most happy Concomitants, or consequents;
1. The formerly afflicted and wearied Churches rest; Then had the Churches rest, etc. 2. This crowned with two most happy Concomitants, or consequents;
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if we could go in the footsteps of those flocks, that seeing God in mercy hath begun to give us (as he did them) rest, or (as the word is) Peace, this peace may not make us proud and petulant,
if we could go in the footsteps of those flocks, that seeing God in mercy hath begun to give us (as he did them) rest, or (as the word is) Peace, this peace may not make us proud and petulant,
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and whereas in our former wars men have been minished, and sins, and factions, and furies have swarmed, the true Churches of Christ, and true Saints in those Churches, and true Graces in those Saints may be now increased and multiplied. This indeed would be even an heaven upon earth, a new Jerusalem (the vision of peace) coming down from heaven.
and whereas in our former wars men have been minished, and Sins, and factions, and furies have swarmed, the true Churches of christ, and true Saints in those Churches, and true Graces in those Saints may be now increased and multiplied. This indeed would be even an heaven upon earth, a new Jerusalem (the vision of peace) coming down from heaven.
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The Churches, which some read Congregations, in the plural number, the Church in the first verse of this Chap. which was at Jerusalem, upon the dispersion there mentioned became Churches, one multiplying into many.
The Churches, which Some read Congregations, in the plural number, the Church in the First verse of this Chap. which was At Jerusalem, upon the dispersion there mentioned became Churches, one multiplying into many.
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That is, throughout the whole compasse of Israels inheritance and possession, these three (as Geographers tell us) making up that whole Countrey. Hence the Doctrinall observation is,
That is, throughout the Whole compass of Israel's inheritance and possession, these three (as Geographers tell us) making up that Whole Country. Hence the Doctrinal observation is,
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It is Chrysostomes observation upon the Text. NONLATINALPHABET. Post nubila Phoebus, Sunshine after showers, a calme after a storme, and a Canaans rest,
It is Chrysostomes observation upon the Text.. Post nubila Phoebus, Sunshine After showers, a Cam After a storm, and a Canaans rest,
after a tedious wandring in the wildernesse: So we read that after Moses his tiresome conduct, Israel at last came to their rest, Deut. 12. 13. and after his successor Joshuahs many conflicts, it's added, that the land had rest from war, Josh. 14. •5.
After a tedious wandering in the Wilderness: So we read that After Moses his tiresome conduct, Israel At last Come to their rest, Deuteronomy 12. 13. and After his successor Joshuahs many conflicts, it's added, that the land had rest from war, Josh. 14. •5.
1. Sometimes it's but short before rest cometh, but a short cold blast, and then a long fair summers day, Anger but for a moment (nay sometimes but for a very little moment, Isa. 54. 7.) and weeping but for a night (and that no long winter night neither) and joy cometh in the morning, Ps. 30. 5. like Julian, a black pitchy cloud, but soon blown over:
1. Sometime it's but short before rest comes, but a short cold blast, and then a long fair summer's day, Anger but for a moment (nay sometime but for a very little moment, Isaiah 54. 7.) and weeping but for a night (and that no long winter night neither) and joy comes in the morning, Ps. 30. 5. like Julian, a black pitchy cloud, but soon blown over:
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Health after an Hectick. Israel cometh at last out of Egypt, but it was not till they had continued two hundred and fifteen years in that iron furnace; and Judah afterward returneth home from Babylon, but after seventy years captivity,
Health After an Hectic. Israel comes At last out of Egypt, but it was not till they had continued two hundred and fifteen Years in that iron furnace; and Judah afterwards returns home from Babylon, but After seventy Years captivity,
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when those long since dead, and now dry bones lived again, of which some expound that in Cant. 2. 11, 12, 13. The winter is past, the rain is over and gone, the flowers appear on the earth,
when those long since dead, and now dry bones lived again, of which Some expound that in Cant 2. 11, 12, 13. The winter is past, the rain is over and gone, the flowers appear on the earth,
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when God in a little wrath had hid his face from them for a moment, he promiseth with ever lasting loving kindness to have mercy on them, Isa. 54. 8. And after 300. years of the Primitive Churches hottest persecutions, at last the man child Constantine was born, who setled the Church upon firm foundations of peace, which might have continued unshaken much longer then they did,
when God in a little wrath had hid his face from them for a moment, he promises with ever lasting loving kindness to have mercy on them, Isaiah 54. 8. And After 300. Years of the Primitive Churches hottest persecutions, At last the man child Constantine was born, who settled the Church upon firm foundations of peace, which might have continued unshaken much longer then they did,
2. But sometimes this restored peace & rest of the Church looketh liker a Truce then a Peace: Some short lucida intervalla, as the Sun in a rainy day, looking out now and then a little,
2. But sometime this restored peace & rest of the Church looks liker a Truce then a Peace: some short lucida intervalla, as the Sun in a rainy day, looking out now and then a little,
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but refreshing bates by the way, presently after which we are (it may be) to set upon the worst part of our journey both for weather and way yet behinde.
but refreshing bates by the Way, presently After which we Are (it may be) to Set upon the worst part of our journey both for weather and Way yet behind.
for although Tiberius his better thoughts of Christ for that time might a little cool the rage of enemies against Christians, to which Corn. à lapide (I cannot say how fitly) reserreth this rest and quiet of the Church,
for although Tiberius his better thoughts of christ for that time might a little cool the rage of enemies against Christians, to which Corn. à Lapide (I cannot say how fitly) reserreth this rest and quiet of the Church,
and before that, Paul who had with the first blown up this fire, being now converted, is himself, together with the rest of of the Church, sufficiently scorched with it in Judea, before he was sent bound to Rome. So that these Halcyon dayes lasted not long before a storme came.
and before that, Paul who had with the First blown up this fire, being now converted, is himself, together with the rest of of the Church, sufficiently scorched with it in Judea, before he was sent bound to Room. So that these Halcyon days lasted not long before a storm Come.
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But (this premised) however, whether either the foregoing trouble, or following rest be long or short (both which God in wisdom and faithfulnesse so ordereth,
But (this premised) however, whither either the foregoing trouble, or following rest be long or short (both which God in Wisdom and faithfulness so Ordereth,
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That as naturally we are evil, and onely evill, and that continually, so we are not answerably miserable, that we are not onely miserable, and that continually.
That as naturally we Are evil, and only evil, and that continually, so we Are not answerably miserable, that we Are not only miserable, and that continually.
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It's best that with the Church it will be best at last, that notwithstanding all the troubles of this life, the last article of the Christian Creed, is life everlasting: That's best,
It's best that with the Church it will be best At last, that notwithstanding all the Troubles of this life, the last article of the Christian Creed, is life everlasting: That's best,
but that Lamech at last begets a Noah, of whom he can say, This same shall comfort us concerning the work and toyle of our hands, as it may do us, that although it be very ill with us for the present,
but that Lamech At last begets a Noah, of whom he can say, This same shall Comfort us Concerning the work and toil of our hands, as it may do us, that although it be very ill with us for the present,
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when Constantine that man-childe before mentioned was born, and caught up to the throne of God, although the Dragon casts out floods to drown all, the earth will help the woman;
when Constantine that Manchild before mentioned was born, and caught up to the throne of God, although the Dragon Cast out floods to drown all, the earth will help the woman;
when kings and Queens prove nursing Fathers and nursing mothers of the Church, the happy Nursing then takes its rest, and sleeps sweetly in such strong arms,
when Kings and Queen's prove nursing Father's and nursing mother's of the Church, the happy Nursing then Takes its rest, and sleeps sweetly in such strong arms,
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What great cause therefore have we according to the Apostles exhortation to quicken our prayers and praises for such, that under them we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godlinesse and honesty? otherwise the body will not take its rest,
What great cause Therefore have we according to the Apostles exhortation to quicken our Prayers and praises for such, that under them we may led a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty? otherwise the body will not take its rest,
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But the Jewish writers say that Israel was beholden to Moses for Manna, to Miriam for Water, to Aaron for the Cloud; for such blessings of refection and protection we must be beholden to God in his blessing of good Governours, which we are therefore to seek to him, and bless him for:
But the Jewish writers say that Israel was beholden to Moses for Manna, to Miriam for Water, to Aaron for the Cloud; for such blessings of refection and protection we must be beholden to God in his blessing of good Governors, which we Are Therefore to seek to him, and bless him for:
And if Judah under Josiahs shadow might comfortably live even among the heathen, how much more may we under such Solomons, whilest we sit at home under our own vines and fig-tree? When magistrates are Abimelecks, not so much Kings as Fathers of the Church, the house God is in safety:
And if Judah under Josiahs shadow might comfortably live even among the heathen, how much more may we under such Solomons, whilst we fit At home under our own vines and Fig tree? When Magistrates Are Abimelecks, not so much Kings as Father's of the Church, the house God is in safety:
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kings of peace, Jerusalem will make good its own name, and prove a vision of peace. Jerusalem will be inhabited in Jerusalem, as it is, Zech. 12. 6.
Kings of peace, Jerusalem will make good its own name, and prove a vision of peace. Jerusalem will be inhabited in Jerusalem, as it is, Zechariah 12. 6.
It is promised to Gods Israel, that they shall dwell safely in the wilderness, and sleep in the woods, (expressions of greatest peace and security) but it is when the evil beasts cease out of the land, Ezek. 34. 25. especially if Wolves become Lambs, and Leopards Kids, then none hurts or destroys in Gods holy mountain, Isa. 11. 6, 7, 8, 9. Of later years we have with the prophet cryed out of violence and confusion:
It is promised to God's Israel, that they shall dwell safely in the Wilderness, and sleep in the woods, (expressions of greatest peace and security) but it is when the evil beasts cease out of the land, Ezekiel 34. 25. especially if Wolves become Lambs, and Leopards Kids, then none hurts or Destroys in God's holy mountain, Isaiah 11. 6, 7, 8, 9. Of later Years we have with the Prophet cried out of violence and confusion:
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but it was when the Ministers and people of God had as sadly complained, that although too many were Sainted, yet too too few were savingly converted. But how firmely,
but it was when the Ministers and people of God had as sadly complained, that although too many were Sainted, yet too too few were savingly converted. But how firmly,
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after all our woefull disturbances, might our begun peace be established, if our great disturbers of it, being indeed turned home to God, with Paul, did preach and maintain the faith, which hitherto they have destroyed? Did such in this way make their peace with God, we might more certainly expect to have more peace one with another? How speedily was Egypt freed from the plague of Locusts, which an East winde brought,
After all our woeful disturbances, might our begun peace be established, if our great disturbers of it, being indeed turned home to God, with Paul, did preach and maintain the faith, which hitherto they have destroyed? Did such in this Way make their peace with God, we might more Certainly expect to have more peace one with Another? How speedily was Egypt freed from the plague of Locusts, which an East wind brought,
when a contrary West winde took them all away? but as long as they swarm, expect (though as there, with some respites) a continuance and increase of further plagues, which after an Egyptian darkness, may at last end in a Red sea of blood.
when a contrary West wind took them all away? but as long as they swarm, expect (though as there, with Some respites) a Continuance and increase of further plagues, which After an Egyptian darkness, may At last end in a Read sea of blood.
3. But Calvin, and before him, Theophylact and Chrysostom refer this peace of the Church in the Text, not to Pauls conversion but to his departure from those parts, it being said in the verse before the Text, that when the Greek Jewes went about to slay him, the Brethren brought him down to Cesarea,
3. But calvin, and before him, Theophylact and Chrysostom refer this peace of the Church in the Text, not to Paul's conversion but to his departure from those parts, it being said in the verse before the Text, that when the Greek Jews went about to slay him, the Brothers brought him down to Caesarea,
and sent him forth to Tarsus, and then immediately follow the words of the Text, Then, or therefore, had the Churches rest throughout all Judea &c. For,
and sent him forth to Tarsus, and then immediately follow the words of the Text, Then, or Therefore, had the Churches rest throughout all Judea etc. For,
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Nor was this any imputation to Paul, as though he had been a trumpet of Sedition, and a troubler of Israel, but rather a cleer conviction that they had fore eyes, which would not endure so great a light;
Nor was this any imputation to Paul, as though he had been a trumpet of Sedition, and a troubler of Israel, but rather a clear conviction that they had before eyes, which would not endure so great a Light;
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and that on the contrary, he was the sweet savour of life even in them that perished, quòd solo propinquitatis suae odore impios •gerit in rabiem, as Calvin well expresseth it.
and that on the contrary, he was the sweet savour of life even in them that perished, quòd solo propinquitatis suae odore Impious •gerit in rabiem, as calvin well Expresses it.
Now the good Lord keep ours, and all the rest of his Churches peace, from ever being founded in such a Solitude, pacem vocant, solitudinem faciunt, from being like the Sybarite• rest, that cannot endure the noise of the Cockes crow,
Now the good Lord keep ours, and all the rest of his Churches peace, from ever being founded in such a Solitude, pacem Vocant, solitudinem faciunt, from being like the Sybarite• rest, that cannot endure the noise of the Cocks crow,
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such a peace would be built upon a very sandy foundation, as Theirs, amongst us, was, who accounted not themselves quiet and safe till they had driven thousands of the godly from amongst us into a remote wilderness;
such a peace would be built upon a very sandy Foundation, as Theirs, among us, was, who accounted not themselves quiet and safe till they had driven thousands of the godly from among us into a remote Wilderness;
and when their presence cannot consist with the Churches quiet, even to sacrifice (if it be onely) their own interest, that the people of God may have a peace-offering, with Jonah to be content to be cast over-board, that the sea may be quiet,
and when their presence cannot consist with the Churches quiet, even to sacrifice (if it be only) their own Interest, that the people of God may have a peace-offering, with Jonah to be content to be cast overboard, that the sea may be quiet,
and with Paul not to adventure into the Theater, who was here willing to be sent away to Tarsus when he and the Disciples of Christ, through the malice of his enemies,
and with Paul not to adventure into the Theater, who was Here willing to be sent away to Tarsus when he and the Disciples of christ, through the malice of his enemies,
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and Clemens Romanus in his NONLATINALPHABET &c. makes account that every generously minded and compassionate Christian will readily say, NONLATINALPHABET &c. NONLATINALPHABET, if Schisme, and contention, and sedition arise for my sake, I'le be gone whither ever you will have me, onely let the flock of Christ be in peace and safety.
and Clemens Romanus in his etc. makes account that every generously minded and compassionate Christian will readily say, etc., if Schism, and contention, and sedition arise for my sake, I'll be gone whither ever you will have me, only let the flock of christ be in peace and safety.
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Such was that of this Church, which ushered in this peace here mentioned, for besides the other Jewes rage, little Saul made great havock of the Church, and being (as he himself confesseth) NONLATINALPHABET more exceedingly zealous of the traditions of his fathers, NONLATINALPHABET hyperbolically or beyond measure he persecuted the Church of God,
Such was that of this Church, which ushered in this peace Here mentioned, for beside the other Jews rage, little Saul made great havoc of the Church, and being (as he himself Confesses) more exceedingly zealous of the traditions of his Father's, hyperbolically or beyond measure he persecuted the Church of God,
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Very many, and as sad are the expressions which we meet with in this book of the Acts, to this purpose, which set out his rage against Christ and his Churches.
Very many, and as sad Are the expressions which we meet with in this book of the Acts, to this purpose, which Set out his rage against christ and his Churches.
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At the Protomartyr Stevens death we read, Act. 7. 58. that the witnesses who stoned him laid down their clothes (that they might be more ready and nimble at that devilish exploit) at his feet, who though he was (as is conceived by some of the Ancients) both coaetaneus & cognatus, both of the same age,
At the Protomartyr Stevens death we read, Act. 7. 58. that the Witnesses who stoned him laid down their clothes (that they might be more ready and nimble At that devilish exploit) At his feet, who though he was (as is conceived by Some of the Ancients) both coaetaneus & cognatus, both of the same age,
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And this yet more heated with zeal for his Jewish traditions, yea and (as some think) with emulation of Stevens eminency, which amongst young men of the same rank and age, (whilest they live together especially) is too frequent and ordinary:
And this yet more heated with zeal for his Jewish traditions, yea and (as Some think) with emulation of Stevens eminency, which among young men of the same rank and age, (whilst they live together especially) is too frequent and ordinary:
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He grew so hot, that (as he himself confesseth, Act. 22. 20.) he was NONLATINALPHABET, two very sad words, the latter of which signifieth that from his soul he was very well pleased with it,
He grew so hight, that (as he himself Confesses, Act. 22. 20.) he was, two very sad words, the latter of which signifies that from his soul he was very well pleased with it,
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but it flamed out to a NONLATINALPHABET, to a very great persecution of the whole Church, Act. 8. 1. so as (if Dorotheus say true) no fewer then two thousand disciples more were put to death about the time of Stephens Martyrdome;
but it flamed out to a, to a very great persecution of the Whole Church, Act. 8. 1. so as (if Dorotheus say true) no fewer then two thousand Disciples more were put to death about the time of Stephen's Martyrdom;
that the Scripture saith not, but this it doth, that all the rest were scattered abroad, v. 1. whilest Saul made havock of the Church v. 3. the word here is NONLATINALPHABET, answering to his NONLATINALPHABET before, Gal. 1. 13. and a both express such a vastation as a wild bore maketh in a vineyard,
that the Scripture Says not, but this it does, that all the rest were scattered abroad, v. 1. whilst Saul made havoc of the Church v. 3. the word Here is, answering to his before, Gal. 1. 13. and a both express such a vastation as a wild boar makes in a vineyard,
for he entreth into the houses, nay into every house (NONLATINALPHABET domatim the words are) and there without pity of age or sex haleth and draggeth men and women into prison, vers. 3.
for he entereth into the houses, nay into every house (domatim the words Are) and there without pity of age or sex haleth and draggeth men and women into prison, vers. 3.
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or fiery-breathed Dragon, he belcheth and spits out fire, v. 1. and gets a blood inquisition Commission of the high Priest to reach as far as Damascus, which they compute to be no less then five days journey from Jerusalem, (How fast and how far do they go whom the devil and their own malice drive?) that if he might finde any (he meant none should escape him) of that way, whether men or women, (none, it seemeth, must be pitied by him) he might bring them bound to Jerusalem:
or fiery-breathed Dragon, he belches and spits out fire, v. 1. and gets a blood inquisition Commission of the high Priest to reach as Far as Damascus, which they compute to be no less then five days journey from Jerusalem, (How fast and how Far do they go whom the Devil and their own malice drive?) that if he might find any (he meant none should escape him) of that Way, whither men or women, (none, it seems, must be pitied by him) he might bring them bound to Jerusalem:
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answerable to his NONLATINALPHABET before mentioned, or as a busie Pursivant or officer who carried the sentence of the Court (that NONLATINALPHABET may signifie) and looked to it to see it put in execucution, Acts 26. 10. To which add onely what there followeth, v. 11. And I punished them oft, in every synagogue,
answerable to his before mentioned, or as a busy Pursuivant or officer who carried the sentence of the Court (that may signify) and looked to it to see it put in execucution, Acts 26. 10. To which add only what there follows, v. 11. And I punished them oft, in every synagogue,
nay NONLATINALPHABET it was very often: we that are so soon weary in Gods service, even when weary are yet unweariable in the Devils drudgery, Isa. 41. 12. But although it was oft in one place,
nay it was very often: we that Are so soon weary in God's service, even when weary Are yet unweariable in the Devils drudgery, Isaiah 41. 12. But although it was oft in one place,
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and therefore it's added, that it was NONLATINALPHABET in every Synagogue, yea so as to persecute them NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET to strange or remote cities;
and Therefore it's added, that it was in every Synagogue, yea so as to persecute them to strange or remote cities;
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and therefore saith, that when they have killed the body NONLATINALPHABET, they have nothing more that they can do, Luk. 12. 4. And blessed be God, that they have not in that sense which our Saviour there intendeth,
and Therefore Says, that when they have killed the body, they have nothing more that they can do, Luk. 12. 4. And blessed be God, that they have not in that sense which our Saviour there intends,
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and yet the devilish Assasinate after he hath made his wretched enemy blaspheme Christ, can then stab him, that he may undo body and soul both together;
and yet the devilish Assassinate After he hath made his wretched enemy Blaspheme christ, can then stab him, that he may undo body and soul both together;
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when he added a NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET, where our Saviour said there was not a NONLATINALPHABET? Now truly this was a NONLATINALPHABET an abundant superfluity of malicious madnesse,
when he added a, where our Saviour said there was not a? Now truly this was a an abundant superfluity of malicious madness,
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so that where sin did thus abound, unlesse NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET, grace had not much more abounded, (as he humbly and thankfully afterwards acknowledged it did to him in his NONLATINALPHABET that it was exceeding abundant, 1 Tim. 1. 14.) he had been past hope of receiving any mercy from God, who had shewed so little,
so that where since did thus abound, unless, grace had not much more abounded, (as he humbly and thankfully afterwards acknowledged it did to him in his that it was exceeding abundant, 1 Tim. 1. 14.) he had been passed hope of receiving any mercy from God, who had showed so little,
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while ye think that such dolefull objects sometimes make us stand still, and fix our eyes on them, 2 Sam. 20. 12. as much as those that are more pleasing.
while you think that such doleful objects sometime make us stand still, and fix our eyes on them, 2 Sam. 20. 12. as much as those that Are more pleasing.
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But especially, and to my present purpose, to shew when it is, that after foregoing troubles and exercises, God useth to vouchsafe rest to his wearied people and Churches, and that is after the heaviest pressures;
But especially, and to my present purpose, to show when it is, that After foregoing Troubles and exercises, God uses to vouchsafe rest to his wearied people and Churches, and that is After the Heaviest pressures;
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when the ship was now sinking, Mat. 14. 24, 25. as in the same place when Peter was also sinking, he then immediately stretched forth his hand and caught him, v. 30, 31. When their afflictions are so continued, multiplied, aggravated, that they can bear no more, God will then stay no longer,
when the ship was now sinking, Mathew 14. 24, 25. as in the same place when Peter was also sinking, he then immediately stretched forth his hand and caught him, v. 30, 31. When their afflictions Are so continued, multiplied, aggravated, that they can bear no more, God will then stay no longer,
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And hence it is, that although (as the Apostle saith) NONLATINALPHABET, if need be the people of God be in heaviness through manifold temptations, yet when that Need is over, because he doth not willingly (or from the heart) afflict or grieve the children of men (much less his own children) when the child is humbled, the Father more willingly casts away the rod,
And hence it is, that although (as the Apostle Says), if need be the people of God be in heaviness through manifold temptations, yet when that Need is over, Because he does not willingly (or from the heart) afflict or grieve the children of men (much less his own children) when the child is humbled, the Father more willingly Cast away the rod,
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and therefore although (being constrained) he sometimes, and that for our good causeth grief, yet then he will have compassion, according to the multitude of his mercies, Lam. 2. 32, 33. And if at any time we think he tarrieth long before he sheweth mercy, it is onely because indeed we stay long before we are fit to receive it:
and Therefore although (being constrained) he sometime, and that for our good Causes grief, yet then he will have compassion, according to the multitude of his Mercies, Lam. 2. 32, 33. And if At any time we think he tarrieth long before he shows mercy, it is only Because indeed we stay long before we Are fit to receive it:
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Make we but haste, and he will not stay long, he then tarrieth nor, and so reconcileth that seeming contradiction, Luke 18. 7. with 8. that although he bear long with them, viz. Till they be ready,
Make we but haste, and he will not stay long, he then tarrieth nor, and so reconcileth that seeming contradiction, Lycia 18. 7. with 8. that although he bear long with them, viz. Till they be ready,
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and that in the same word, on the contrary, NONLATINALPHABET he will not keep anger for ever, towards his children, Psal. 103. 9. they are his own words, I will for this afflict the seed of David, but not for ever, 1 King. 11. 39.
and that in the same word, on the contrary, he will not keep anger for ever, towards his children, Psalm 103. 9. they Are his own words, I will for this afflict the seed of David, but not for ever, 1 King. 11. 39.
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Such is the wisdom that is from above in us, and therefore infinitely more transcendent that above all is in God, NONLATINALPHABET, gentle and easie to be intreated, James 3. 17.
Such is the Wisdom that is from above in us, and Therefore infinitely more transcendent that above all is in God,, gentle and easy to be entreated, James 3. 17.
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double comfort, as they had received of him double for their sins, v. 2. Nor this onely at death, when they shall most certainly rest from their labours; nor in Heaven onely, where they shall have an everlasting sabbath of rest from all their toilsome travell here;
double Comfort, as they had received of him double for their Sins, v. 2. Nor this only At death, when they shall most Certainly rest from their labours; nor in Heaven only, where they shall have an everlasting Sabbath of rest from all their toilsome travel Here;
when by their wearisome imployment they had not so much leisure as to eat, Mat. 6. 31. which we have most elegantly expressed by the Prophet, comparing Gods tenderest care of his wearied servants, to the wise and merciful Husbandmans care of his wearied beast, Hose. 11. 4. I was to them as they that take off the yoak on their jawes, (as the Plowman doth from off his oxen,
when by their wearisome employment they had not so much leisure as to eat, Mathew 6. 31. which we have most elegantly expressed by the Prophet, comparing God's Tenderest care of his wearied Servants, to the wise and merciful Husbandman's care of his wearied beast, Hose. 11. 4. I was to them as they that take off the yoke on their Jaws, (as the Plowman does from off his oxen,
1. The Church would be wholly wasted and consumed, which Christ in spite of all the malice and rage of man or devils will have continued, Mat. 16. 18. Such Skarefires therefore need be timely quenched,
1. The Church would be wholly wasted and consumed, which christ in spite of all the malice and rage of man or Devils will have continued, Mathew 16. 18. Such Scarefires Therefore need be timely quenched,
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2. Or in case by reason of his promise the Church should not f••l ▪ yet the spirits of his servants would be very subject to faint and fail, and sink down into despondency;
2. Or in case by reason of his promise the Church should not f••l ▪ yet the spirits of his Servants would be very Subject to faint and fail, and sink down into despondency;
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Scripture expressions to this purpose are very elegant and pregnant, as that of Gods correcting his people NONLATINALPHABET in judgement and not in anger, Jer. 10. 24. In judgement? you'l say, that's a heavy word,
Scripture expressions to this purpose Are very elegant and pregnant, as that of God's correcting his people in judgement and not in anger, Jer. 10. 24. In judgement? You'll say, that's a heavy word,
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Answerable to which is that other expression, Isa. 27. 8. In measure thou wilt debate with it, he stayeth his rough wind, in the day of the east winde.
Answerable to which is that other expression, Isaiah 27. 8. In measure thou wilt debate with it, he stays his rough wind, in the day of the east wind.
yea and double, as the word NONLATINALPHABET there used, is doubled, yet it is stil in measure, and never unmeasurable, In mensura ista, & non supra, as He paraphraseth it.
yea and double, as the word there used, is doubled, yet it is still in measure, and never unmeasurable, In Mensura ista, & non supra, as He Paraphraseth it.
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and as in the former expression we had God measuring, so in this we have him weighing his peoples affliction, Thou most upright dost weigh the path of the just;
and as in the former expression we had God measuring, so in this we have him weighing his peoples affliction, Thou most upright dost weigh the path of the just;
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like the carefull Apothecary, who weigheth every dose prescribed to his sick Patient, to the least grain, that he shall not have so much as the least scruple more or less then shall be truly medicinal:
like the careful Apothecary, who weigheth every dose prescribed to his sick Patient, to the least grain, that he shall not have so much as the least scruple more or less then shall be truly medicinal:
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but even justi, those that are righteous and more confirmed, yet fracti tandem malis (as Calvin speaketh) by over heavy and too long continued burdens of themselves may be over-born,
but even Justi, those that Are righteous and more confirmed, yet fracti tandem malis (as calvin speaks) by over heavy and too long continued burdens of themselves may be overborne,
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& so give out, (as a strong wall may start out when too heavy a weight is laid on it) even so a Samson may be overcome by a D•lilahs continued, instant, and strong sollicitations;
& so give out, (as a strong wall may start out when too heavy a weight is laid on it) even so a samson may be overcome by a D•lilahs continued, instant, and strong solicitations;
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and shortneth such overgrown pressures, that they may have an issue with the temptation, and so be able to bear it, and therefore when it is once come to this,
and shorteneth such overgrown pressures, that they may have an issue with the temptation, and so be able to bear it, and Therefore when it is once come to this,
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and therefore to such, even then, the Prophet saith, Arise, this is not your rest, as Moses before told Israel, ye are not come to your rest, when yet they were, at that time, almost got through the wilderness:
and Therefore to such, even then, the Prophet Says, Arise, this is not your rest, as Moses before told Israel, you Are not come to your rest, when yet they were, At that time, almost god through the Wilderness:
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and so it may be with the latter days of particular Churches or Christians, for outward matters, the last of their way may prove the foulest and deepest,
and so it may be with the latter days of particular Churches or Christians, for outward matters, the last of their Way may prove the Foulest and Deepest,
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much variety herein is in Gods severall dispensations with his p•rticular servants, but in the generall we may conclude, That it is in the grave where the weary are for altogether at rest, Job 3. 17. and in Heaven only (which was typed out by Canaans rest) that a perfect and everlasting Sabbatisme or rest remaineth for the people of God, Heb. 4. 9. Ruth was to find rest in her husbands house, and so must the spouse of Christ onely in her husbands,
much variety herein is in God's several dispensations with his p•rticular Servants, but in the general we may conclude, That it is in the grave where the weary Are for altogether At rest, Job 3. 17. and in Heaven only (which was typed out by Canaans rest) that a perfect and everlasting Sabbatism or rest remains for the people of God, Hebrew 4. 9. Ruth was to find rest in her Husbands house, and so must the spouse of christ only in her Husbands,
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and therefore to that man who takes up his rest on earth, me thinks Drexelius propounds a very fit question, An coelum desperasti? vain man but dost thou wholly despair of heaven, that thou takest up thy statiō here on earth? for shame up and be stirring, look and walk, pant and breath after heaven,
and Therefore to that man who Takes up his rest on earth, me thinks Drexelius propounds a very fit question, an coelum desperasti? vain man but dost thou wholly despair of heaven, that thou Takest up thy station Here on earth? for shame up and be stirring, look and walk, pant and breath After heaven,
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& what ever outward rest God sendeth thee, let it only refresh and inable thee to unwearied restless motions towards thy best home, where thou mayest rest in thy dearest Fathers and Husbands warm bosoms, never more to be disturbed or disquieted. Long for heaven; that is the first.
& what ever outward rest God sends thee, let it only refresh and inable thee to unwearied restless motions towards thy best home, where thou Mayest rest in thy dearest Father's and Husbands warm bosoms, never more to be disturbed or disquieted. Long for heaven; that is the First.
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It is true that after the ceasing of the primitive persecutions the Churches of Christ, under Constantine and other Christian Emperors, enjoyed many joyfull Sabbaths of rest, but yet they have not been without their soar working days. Pope and Turk and other enemies have proved such cruel Talkmasters, that the Church hath too sad occasion to take up again the old Lamentation, Our necks are under persecution, we labour and have no rest:
It is true that After the ceasing of the primitive persecutions the Churches of christ, under Constantine and other Christian Emperor's, enjoyed many joyful Sabbaths of rest, but yet they have not been without their soar working days. Pope and Turk and other enemies have proved such cruel Talkmasters, that the Church hath too sad occasion to take up again the old Lamentation, Our necks Are under persecution, we labour and have no rest:
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But yet after all this God promiseth a time, when his people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in quiet resting places, when the work of righteousness shall be peace, and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
But yet After all this God promises a time, when his people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in quiet resting places, when the work of righteousness shall be peace, and the Effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
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And after that both the Beast and false Prophet, and Gog and Magog, and together with them, the Devil that deceived them, shall be cast into the lake of fire;
And After that both the Beast and false Prophet, and Gog and Magog, and together with them, the devil that deceived them, shall be cast into the lake of fire;
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we read of a new heaven and a new earth, and of a new Jerusalem (a vision of peace) that shall come down from God out of Heaven (and therefore is to be on earth) when God shall wipe away all teares from his peoples eyes (NONLATINALPHABET, out of their very eyes:
we read of a new heaven and a new earth, and of a new Jerusalem (a vision of peace) that shall come down from God out of Heaven (and Therefore is to be on earth) when God shall wipe away all tears from his peoples eyes (, out of their very eyes:
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so to dry up the spring, that as there shall be no outward occasion, so no inward ability of weeping) and there shall be no death, neither sorrow, nor crying,
so to dry up the spring, that as there shall be no outward occasion, so no inward ability of weeping) and there shall be no death, neither sorrow, nor crying,
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but yet this dark stormy night shall not hinder Sunrise, and that clear morning and bright day, in which the Churches shall injoy more rest, then hitherto they have attained.
but yet this dark stormy night shall not hinder Sunrise, and that clear morning and bright day, in which the Churches shall enjoy more rest, then hitherto they have attained.
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1. Either I hereby intend, with many now adays, to cry up a fifth Monarchy, to introduce confusion and Anarchy; for even in those happy days the Prophet speaks of Kings that shall be nursing Fathers,
1. Either I hereby intend, with many now adais, to cry up a fifth Monarchy, to introduce confusion and Anarchy; for even in those happy days the Prophet speaks of Kings that shall be nursing Father's,
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and of Queens as nursing Mothers to the Church of God, Isa. 49. 23. 2. Or that I either think, or wish, that what David saith of the Saints possessing the kingdome, should be the lot of many such as in our days have monopolized the Title of Saints, which is made of late a term of Art, and a very juggle, and assumed by Quakers, Ranters, Adamites, and other most abominable Sectaries, Saints per Antiphrasin. As the unnaturall Sodomites in the old Testament are called NONLATINALPHABET which word signifieth Saints or holy ones:
and of Queen's as nursing Mother's to the Church of God, Isaiah 49. 23. 2. Or that I either think, or wish, that what David Says of the Saints possessing the Kingdom, should be the lot of many such as in our days have monopolized the Title of Saints, which is made of late a term of Art, and a very juggle, and assumed by Quakers, Ranters, Adamites, and other most abominable Sectaries, Saints per Antiphrasis. As the unnatural Sodomites in the old Testament Are called which word signifies Saints or holy ones:
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they were Saint Sodomites, and ours are Saint Ranters, which hath made the very name of a Saint, and much more the persons of those that are truely such, to profane Souls odious.
they were Faint Sodomites, and ours Are Faint Ranters, which hath made the very name of a Saint, and much more the Persons of those that Are truly such, to profane Souls odious.
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However, their frenzies should not prejudice the truth of God wth sober-spirited Christians, who upon their best thoughts shall, in the Scripture, especially in the Prophets, finde many promises of such peaceable days not as yet fully accomplished, which therefore it is our duty to look,
However, their frenzies should not prejudice the truth of God with sober-spirited Christians, who upon their best thoughts shall, in the Scripture, especially in the prophets, find many promises of such peaceable days not as yet Fully accomplished, which Therefore it is our duty to look,
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Some years since it was but little rest and peace, which the Churches and servants of Christ among us had, either of conscience or outward man, through some mens restlesness:
some Years since it was but little rest and peace, which the Churches and Servants of christ among us had, either of conscience or outward man, through Some men's restlessness:
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That quarrell of Gods Covenant (when those Disturbers sat still and were at rest) he undertook in the late wars, that he might at the last (as the prophet speaketh) give rest to the land, and disquiet the inhabitants of Babylon.
That quarrel of God's Covenant (when those Disturbers sat still and were At rest) he undertook in the late wars, that he might At the last (as the Prophet speaks) give rest to the land, and disquiet the inhabitants of Babylon.
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Which also proved a catching fire, and spread abroad, and was blown over to other lands, with such an heat as all the waters in the Seas between us could not quench,
Which also proved a catching fire, and spread abroad, and was blown over to other Lands, with such an heat as all the waters in the Seas between us could not quench,
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nor of those many other dangers and mischiefs which would have accompanied and followed the continuance of those wars so unnaturall as against our own bowels,
nor of those many other dangers and mischiefs which would have accompanied and followed the Continuance of those wars so unnatural as against our own bowels,
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But the God of peace hath in mercy at last quenched those flames, and so calmed those storms, that what was said of Asa's times, is in some measure applicable to ours, the land had rest,
But the God of peace hath in mercy At last quenched those flames, and so calmed those storms, that what was said of Asa's times, is in Some measure applicable to ours, the land had rest,
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and he had no war in those years, because the Lord had given him rest, 2 Chron. 14. 6. Which we are all with humble thankfulness to take notice of as His gift; for it is He that maketh wars to cease, He breaketh the bow,
and he had no war in those Years, Because the Lord had given him rest, 2 Chronicles 14. 6. Which we Are all with humble thankfulness to take notice of as His gift; for it is He that makes wars to cease, He breaks the bow,
and cutteth the spear asunder, and He burneth the Charrets in the fire, as the Psalmist speaketh, Psal. 49. 9. And therefore calleth upon enemies, v. 10. and saith, Vacate, & videte, Be still,
and cutteth the spear asunder, and He burns the Charets in the fire, as the Psalmist speaks, Psalm 49. 9. And Therefore calls upon enemies, v. 10. and Says, Vacate, & Videte, Be still,
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that what weaknesse, folly, and injustice of men which we have discovered in the late troubles we shall impute to God, in which an humble and wary eye of Faith will plainly see divine power, wisdome and righteousnesse.
that what weakness, folly, and injustice of men which we have discovered in the late Troubles we shall impute to God, in which an humble and wary eye of Faith will plainly see divine power, Wisdom and righteousness.
And on the other side we shal be prone to ascribe this begun peace, either to blinde Fortune, or to the wisdom and policy of quick-sighted men, which hath been spyed out for us by a more gracious all-seeing eye of God. But a watchfull Christian will have a more wakeing eye,
And on the other side we shall be prove to ascribe this begun peace, either to blind Fortune, or to the Wisdom and policy of quick-sighted men, which hath been spied out for us by a more gracious All-seeing eye of God. But a watchful Christian will have a more waking eye,
and that very worthy deeds were done to their Nation by his providence, and how doth he flourish in his complement? NONLATINALPHABET, we accept it alwayes, and in all places most noble Felix:
and that very worthy Deeds were done to their nation by his providence, and how does he flourish in his compliment?, we accept it always, and in all places most noble Felix:
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and his trembling whilest Paul reasoned of righteousnesse, and temperance, and judgement, v. 25. plainly argueth that he was in his own conscience very guilty.
and his trembling whilst Paul reasoned of righteousness, and temperance, and judgement, v. 25. plainly argue that he was in his own conscience very guilty.
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But without such fained glozing, with what humble zeal, and affectionate thankfulnesse should we receive from the hand of God, (who ever have been the instruments) this so universall and superlative a mercy? that for the present we injoy so great a quietnesse,
But without such feigned glozing, with what humble zeal, and affectionate thankfulness should we receive from the hand of God, (who ever have been the Instruments) this so universal and superlative a mercy? that for the present we enjoy so great a quietness,
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1. How great the mercy is, you may the better conceive, if you will but think, what a quiet harbour is in comparison of a troubled sea, a calm after a storm to the mariner at sea,
1. How great the mercy is, you may the better conceive, if you will but think, what a quiet harbour is in comparison of a troubled sea, a Cam After a storm to the mariner At sea,
and a quiet repose and rest in the cool shade to a tyred labourer, or a sweltred travellour in a weary land, which whosoever is carelesly senslesse of, deserves with murmuring Israel to be brought back from Kadesh to the Red Sea again, from a Canaans rest, to be again ingulfed in a Red sea of warre and blood, that so (as God saith of Israel, they might know his service, and the service of the kingdomes of the countries:
and a quiet repose and rest in the cool shade to a tired labourer, or a sweltered traveler in a weary land, which whosoever is carelessly senseless of, deserves with murmuring Israel to be brought back from Kadesh to the Read Sea again, from a Canaans rest, to be again ingulfed in a Read sea of war and blood, that so (as God Says of Israel, they might know his service, and the service of the kingdoms of the countries:
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So if we know not the benefit and blessing of peace by our injoyment of it, (as Gideon taught the men of Succoth, with the thorns and bryars of the wildernesse) we may be made to know it by its contrary;
So if we know not the benefit and blessing of peace by our enjoyment of it, (as gideon taught the men of Succoth, with the thorns and briars of the Wilderness) we may be made to know it by its contrary;
if they call it the father of all you may wel ad mischief to make up the ense, the very abomination of desolation, abominable for the outrages committed in it,
if they call it the father of all you may well and mischief to make up the Ense, the very abomination of desolation, abominable for the outrages committed in it,
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And therefore by so much the greater is this our blessing of peace, in that (if we would let it) it will bring all the contrary good with it, the word is NONLATINALPHABET in the Text, which importeth an uniting and knitting together,
And Therefore by so much the greater is this our blessing of peace, in that (if we would let it) it will bring all the contrary good with it, the word is in the Text, which imports an uniting and knitting together,
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let us therefore thankfully account and accept of it as one of Gods good and perfect gif•s, and of his infinite goodnesse and bounty, in vouchsafing it and (if our sins hinder not) many other blessings, together with it:
let us Therefore thankfully account and accept of it as one of God's good and perfect gif•s, and of his infinite Goodness and bounty, in vouchsafing it and (if our Sins hinder not) many other blessings, together with it:
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a troup cometh; so Leah said of Gad, and so may we of peace, with peace a more free passage for the Gospel of peace, mutuall love, the advance of Learning, Trades Increase, Piety, Plenty, all;
a Troupe comes; so Leah said of Gad, and so may we of peace, with peace a more free passage for the Gospel of peace, mutual love, the advance of Learning, Trades Increase, Piety, Plenty, all;
In that bloudy war it could not be, but that much innocent blood was shed, which so defileth the land, that nothing but the blood of Christ can cleanse it.
In that bloody war it could not be, but that much innocent blood was shed, which so Defileth the land, that nothing but the blood of christ can cleanse it.
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Rapine, and violence, and oppression, and that with an high hand was then practised, whilest many sucked the marrow out of those bones which others had broken.
Rapine, and violence, and oppression, and that with an high hand was then practised, whilst many sucked the marrow out of those bones which Others had broken.
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All kinds of uncleanness grown brasen faced, and grown up to a Ranting madness, from which (as they said of the iniquity of Peor) we are not cleansed unto this day.
All Kinds of uncleanness grown brazen faced, and grown up to a Ranting madness, from which (as they said of the iniquity of Peor) we Are not cleansed unto this day.
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And (what should have helped to purge away this filth) the Word and Truth of God blasphemed and corrupted, with a greater confluence of all sorts of errors and heresies,
And (what should have helped to purge away this filth) the Word and Truth of God blasphemed and corrupted, with a greater confluence of all sorts of errors and heresies,
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I onely say, may not not God justly visit for these things, and should not his soul be avenged on such a nation as this? we lift up our eyes to our Idols,
I only say, may not not God justly visit for these things, and should not his soul be avenged on such a Nation as this? we lift up our eyes to our Idols,
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and shall we possesse the land? shall we have rest, who thus weary God with our sins? shall we have peace with men, who have expressed so much enmity against God? What hast thou to do with peace, (said Jehu to Joram, and his messengers;) and it may justly be said to the people of this Nation, As long as our whoredomes and witchcrafts are so many, and yet if notwithstanding all this, God yet speaks peace to us his people, should not we speak much to his praise?
and shall we possess the land? shall we have rest, who thus weary God with our Sins? shall we have peace with men, who have expressed so much enmity against God? What hast thou to do with peace, (said Jehu to Jhoram, and his messengers;) and it may justly be said to the people of this nation, As long as our whoredoms and witchcrafts Are so many, and yet if notwithstanding all this, God yet speaks peace to us his people, should not we speak much to his praise?
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3. Yea, and live to it? How this may be, this pattern of these first and best Churches may direct us in the following particulars of the Text, which shew how they intertained and improved such a mercy.
3. Yea, and live to it? How this may be, this pattern of these First and best Churches may Direct us in the following particulars of the Text, which show how they entertained and improved such a mercy.
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They then were edified, and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the holy Ghost, were multiplied, which therefore remaineth as our duty, seeing we have received the like mercy.
They then were edified, and walking in the Fear of the Lord, and in the Comfort of the holy Ghost, were multiplied, which Therefore remains as our duty, seeing we have received the like mercy.
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The sum of all is in general, that if our Churches, through Gods mercy, have rest in some kind and measure for the present, our prayer and care should be that we may have it compleated,
The sum of all is in general, that if our Churches, through God's mercy, have rest in Some kind and measure for the present, our prayer and care should be that we may have it completed,
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and that as here in the Text, the Churches in Judea, Galilee and Samaria, so that happy day may come, wherein England, Scotland, and Ireland, may have their peace so settled, that they may be edified and multiplied.
and that as Here in the Text, the Churches in Judea, Galilee and Samaria, so that happy day may come, wherein England, Scotland, and Ireland, may have their peace so settled, that they may be edified and multiplied.
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And so in their Peace-offerings, God had his part, as well as friends had a feast of it, that so every way there might be a perfect Friendship and Atonement.
And so in their Peace-offerings, God had his part, as well as Friends had a feast of it, that so every Way there might be a perfect Friendship and Atonement.
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And there is great reason for it, Because in all our jarrs and bloody contests with others, our quarel first began with a provoked God, and therefore our Atonement and Agreement should begin there also.
And there is great reason for it, Because in all our jars and bloody contests with Others, our quarrel First began with a provoked God, and Therefore our Atonement and Agreement should begin there also.
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If God indeed please to make peace in his high places, (as Bildads phrase is, Job 25. 2.) then (as Elihu addes) If he give quietness, who can make trouble? But when he hideth his face, who then can behold him,
If God indeed please to make peace in his high places, (as Bildads phrase is, Job 25. 2.) then (as Elihu adds) If he give quietness, who can make trouble? But when he Hideth his face, who then can behold him,
when enemies leave off warring in our countries, take heed of giving warmth to any lust, which may soon grow so hot, to the provocation both of God and man,
when enemies leave off warring in our countries, take heed of giving warmth to any lust, which may soon grow so hight, to the provocation both of God and man,
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as the Psalmist exhorteth, Psal. 37. 8. Take heed of maintaining animosities, and of retaining old grudges, in remembrance of former or later injuries;
as the Psalmist exhorteth, Psalm 37. 8. Take heed of maintaining animosities, and of retaining old grudges, in remembrance of former or later injuries;
when once the train is laid, and takes like Absoloms long concealing and disguising his malice against his brother Amnon, till he could meet with a fit opportunity to discover it,
when once the train is laid, and Takes like Absoloms long concealing and disguising his malice against his brother Amnon, till he could meet with a fit opportunity to discover it,
3. If we have peace in the state and Commonwealth, I pray let it be our answerable care and endeavour, that (as it is in the Text) the Churches may have rest also, that we may have an Ecclesiasticall peace,
3. If we have peace in the state and Commonwealth, I pray let it be our answerable care and endeavour, that (as it is in the Text) the Churches may have rest also, that we may have an Ecclesiastical peace,
as well as a Civil, for sometimes when the Commonwealth is in greatest quiet, the Church hath least rest from enemies, Zech. 1. 11. with 12. And sometimes the more rest they have from persecutions from without, the more leasure they have had for brangling contentions among themselves;
as well as a Civil, for sometime when the Commonwealth is in greatest quiet, the Church hath least rest from enemies, Zechariah 1. 11. with 12. And sometime the more rest they have from persecutions from without, the more leisure they have had for brangling contentions among themselves;
and the publick peace, all vain janglings and perverse disputings of men of corrupt mindes and destitute of the truth, either for Niceties, or against received (especially if fundamental) truths, that it may not be, I am of Paul, and I of Cephas,
and the public peace, all vain janglings and perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds and destitute of the truth, either for Niceties, or against received (especially if fundamental) truths, that it may not be, I am of Paul, and I of Cephas,
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At non sic ab initio, we see it was not so from the beginning, but those Churches that are here said to have rest, in the 4th chapter, v. 32. are said to have been of one heart,
At non sic ab initio, we see it was not so from the beginning, but those Churches that Are Here said to have rest, in the 4th chapter, v. 32. Are said to have been of one heart,
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as either to attain to that unity of faith, which the Apostle speakes of Ephes. 4. 13. or at least, in the mean time to that unity of Spirit which you read of in v. 3. of that chapter, that either we may not differ from one another in judgement,
as either to attain to that unity of faith, which the Apostle speaks of Ephesians 4. 13. or At least, in the mean time to that unity of Spirit which you read of in v. 3. of that chapter, that either we may not differ from one Another in judgement,
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1. Both very unworthy and unseemly for us to shed the blood of war in peace, as the Scriptures phrase is, 1 King. 2. 5. and NONLATINALPHABET, in the depth of civil peace, to continue in the height of Church contests ▪ and so the peace of the State should onely in a manner build a Scaffold for the children of the Church to fight upon,
1. Both very unworthy and unseemly for us to shed the blood of war in peace, as the Scriptures phrase is, 1 King. 2. 5. and, in the depth of civil peace, to continue in the height of Church contests ▪ and so the peace of the State should only in a manner built a Scaffold for the children of the Church to fight upon,
2. It will also be very unlikely that the peace of the State should continue long in such disquiets of the Church, the Temple using to be a bulwark for the Town-house,
2. It will also be very unlikely that the peace of the State should continue long in such disquiets of the Church, the Temple using to be a bulwark for the Town-house,
Stories relate what the Jewish Zelotes in this kind did in Ierusalem, and what flames such like Incendiaries in the former Age kindled in Germany: may never such red lines hereafter be read in our Chronicles or Calendar.
Stories relate what the Jewish Zealots in this kind did in Ierusalem, and what flames such like Incendiaries in the former Age kindled in Germany: may never such read lines hereafter be read in our Chronicles or Calendar.
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4. And because the Prophet telleth us, that quietness and assurance for ever is the effect of righteousnes, let it be the joynt endeavour of us all, that in our practice and pursuite of it, it may prove the stability of our times, Let Daniels counsel therefore to Nebuchadnezzar be mine to my self and to every one here present.
4. And Because the Prophet Telleth us, that quietness and assurance for ever is the Effect of righteousness, let it be the joint endeavour of us all, that in our practice and pursuit of it, it may prove the stability of our times, Let Daniel's counsel Therefore to Nebuchadnezzar be mine to my self and to every one Here present.
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Now break off your sins by righteousness, and your iniquities by shewing mercy to the poor, if it may be the lengthning of our tranquillity, Dan. 4. 27. Otherwise our sins may soon disturb all,
Now break off your Sins by righteousness, and your iniquities by showing mercy to the poor, if it may be the lengthening of our tranquillity, Dan. 4. 27. Otherwise our Sins may soon disturb all,
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5. And because it is the increase of Christs government and peace, of which it's said, there shall be no end, Isa. 9. 7. To our utmost labour we to advance it, that he may confirme us, that the stablishment of his Government, may be the setlement of our peace, and that as his goings out to us have been wonderfull,
5. And Because it is the increase of Christ government and peace, of which it's said, there shall be no end, Isaiah 9. 7. To our utmost labour we to advance it, that he may confirm us, that the establishment of his Government, may be the settlement of our peace, and that as his goings out to us have been wonderful,
so his rest may be glorious, Isa. 71. 10. Do not we stir up, and disquiet him, and we may sit quietly and long enough under our vines and fig-trees. In sum;
so his rest may be glorious, Isaiah 71. 10. Do not we stir up, and disquiet him, and we may fit quietly and long enough under our vines and figtrees. In sum;
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the way long & long to continue our rest, is rightly to improve it, as the Churches here did, who when they had rest were edified, and walking in the fear of the Lord,
the Way long & long to continue our rest, is rightly to improve it, as the Churches Here did, who when they had rest were edified, and walking in the Fear of the Lord,
I come now to close with the two most happy concomitants or consequents of it, that upon it, they were edified, and multiplied: and first of the former of them, the words in the Greek are NONLATINALPHABET, which most properly are to be rendred thus, They had peace being edified:
I come now to close with the two most happy concomitants or consequents of it, that upon it, they were edified, and multiplied: and First of the former of them, the words in the Greek Are, which most properly Are to be rendered thus, They had peace being edified:
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and so Beza rendreth the words, habentes pacem aedificabantur, having peace they were edified; to which agree our Translators who read it, they had rest, and were edified, as limiting their edification to have followed upon their rest.
and so Beza rendereth the words, Habentes pacem aedificabantur, having peace they were edified; to which agree our Translators who read it, they had rest, and were edified, as limiting their edification to have followed upon their rest.
For although sometimes Jerusalems wall is built in a troublesome time, and the more that some of Gods people are edified and thrive by the word, the less peace and rest,
For although sometime Jerusalems wall is built in a troublesome time, and the more that Some of God's people Are edified and thrive by the word, the less peace and rest,
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Yet it is pity that grace & peace should be parted, and therefore it is the sweetness of Gods goodness when we have (as it's said Nehem. 4. 6.) a mind to work,
Yet it is pity that grace & peace should be parted, and Therefore it is the sweetness of God's Goodness when we have (as it's said Nehemiah 4. 6.) a mind to work,
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So Solomon while he was building the Temple had peace, and Israel in Canaan, when they thrice a year left their houses to come up to the Temple, were not assaulted by enemies,
So Solomon while he was building the Temple had peace, and Israel in Canaan, when they thrice a year left their houses to come up to the Temple, were not assaulted by enemies,
Take we but care of our edification, and building up in faith and grace, and then let us trust God for our rest and setlement in either inward or outward peace.
Take we but care of our edification, and building up in faith and grace, and then let us trust God for our rest and settlement in either inward or outward peace.
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now that there are foundations layd of our outward peace? God (I know) can lay the beams of his Chambers in the waters, Psal. 104. 3. (a strange foundation, you would think, of any firme building) He can build up his Church in the midst of stormes and tempests,
now that there Are foundations laid of our outward peace? God (I know) can lay the beams of his Chambers in the waters, Psalm 104. 3. (a strange Foundation, you would think, of any firm building) He can built up his Church in the midst of storms and tempests,
for although David in his trouble may prepare much for the house of the Lord, and desired to find him a Tabernacle, yet a peaceable Solomon built him an house;
for although David in his trouble may prepare much for the house of the Lord, and desired to find him a Tabernacle, yet a peaceable Solomon built him an house;
what therefore David said to Solomon ▪ let me to you now, when (as in Solomons time) God hath given you rest (almost) on every side, so that there is neither Adversary nor evill occurrent, Arise and be doing,
what Therefore David said to Solomon ▪ let me to you now, when (as in Solomons time) God hath given you rest (almost) on every side, so that there is neither Adversary nor evil occurrent, Arise and be doing,
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First, then for this Phrase of being edified, all know it is a Metaphor taken from materiall buildings, in which upon a foundation first laid, the superstructure is laid on and carried up, till the top-stone added compleat all.
First, then for this Phrase of being edified, all know it is a Metaphor taken from material buildings, in which upon a Foundation First laid, the superstructure is laid on and carried up, till the topstone added complete all.
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So in this our Spiritual Architecture, Christ being first laid for the foundation, (there can (and therefore must) be no other, 1 Cor. 3. 11.) and we being spiritually but really united to him, we come to be setled on him,
So in this our Spiritual Architecture, christ being First laid for the Foundation, (there can (and Therefore must) be no other, 1 Cor. 3. 11.) and we being spiritually but really united to him, we come to be settled on him,
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Setlement, as when our Saviour saith, On this rock I will build my Church, there is edification; so as the gates of hell shall not prevaile against it, Matth. 16. 18. there is setlement.
Settlement, as when our Saviour Says, On this rock I will built my Church, there is edification; so as the gates of hell shall not prevail against it, Matthew 16. 18. there is settlement.
Growth and Setlement together we have in Col. 2. 7. in those two words, NONLATINALPHABET, built up and established, not onely established or setled, but built up: built and built upon, as the word is, i. e. the whole building upon the foundation,
Growth and Settlement together we have in Col. 2. 7. in those two words,, built up and established, not only established or settled, but built up: built and built upon, as the word is, i. e. the Whole building upon the Foundation,
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And Beleevers are Gods Temple, 1 Cor. 3. 16, 17. NONLATINALPHABET Gods building, 1 Cor. 3. 9. and accordingly they as lively stones are said to be built up a Spirituall house, 1 Pet. 2. 5. And accordingly,
And Believers Are God's Temple, 1 Cor. 3. 16, 17. God's building, 1 Cor. 3. 9. and accordingly they as lively stones Are said to be built up a Spiritual house, 1 Pet. 2. 5. And accordingly,
but gold, silver, and precious stones of solid, and spiritual truth, as it is in Jesus. So we finde true instruction, to be called edification, as 1 Cor. 14. 4. where he that Prophesieth, i. e.
but gold, silver, and precious stones of solid, and spiritual truth, as it is in jesus. So we find true instruction, to be called edification, as 1 Cor. 14. 4. where he that Prophesieth, i. e.
and held up, enlarged, and setled, as we have it fitly to our present purpose expressed of the Temple in Joash his time, 2 Chron. 24. 15. where it is said, that the work was perfected by them, or healing went up upon the work, when all the ruines and breaches were repaired,
and held up, enlarged, and settled, as we have it fitly to our present purpose expressed of the Temple in Joash his time, 2 Chronicles 24. 15. where it is said, that the work was perfected by them, or healing went up upon the work, when all the ruins and Breaches were repaired,
So now when the Church of Christ shall prove so unhappy as to have the breaches and decayes of it made up, shall be firmly setled on its true foundation,
So now when the Church of christ shall prove so unhappy as to have the Breaches and decays of it made up, shall be firmly settled on its true Foundation,
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1. Brought to Christ, and built upon him as the onely true Foundation, 1 Pet. 2. 4, 5. and in reference onely to him upon the doctrinall foundation of the Prophets and Apostles, Christ mean while continuing the corner-stone, Eph. 2. 20. 2. And thereupon are confirmed and grow up in grace both in themselves, and with one another as it's added, Eph. 2. 21. in whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an holy Temple in the Lord.
1. Brought to christ, and built upon him as the only true Foundation, 1 Pet. 2. 4, 5. and in Referente only to him upon the doctrinal Foundation of the prophets and Apostles, christ mean while Continuing the cornerstone, Ephesians 2. 20. 2. And thereupon Are confirmed and grow up in grace both in themselves, and with one Another as it's added, Ephesians 2. 21. in whom all the building fitly framed together grows unto an holy Temple in the Lord.
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And thus we are said to be edified in knowledge, 1 Cor. 14. 4. in faith, Jude v. 20. in love, 1 Cor. 8. 1. Eph. 4. 16. and the like may be said of all other gaces.
And thus we Are said to be edified in knowledge, 1 Cor. 14. 4. in faith, U^de v. 20. in love, 1 Cor. 8. 1. Ephesians 4. 16. and the like may be said of all other gaces.
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You may possibly think this a strange lesson to be taught them who already professe themselves Christians, as though we had need to lay again the foundation, as the Apostle speaketh, Heb. 6. 1. but that our unhappy times are most unhappily become like those, which the Psalmist in his dayes spake of, in which Foundations were destroyed. For now (that I may use the Apostles words) NONLATINALPHABET, the very principles of the doctrine of Christ, the most Fundamental Scripture-truths;
You may possibly think this a strange Lesson to be taught them who already profess themselves Christians, as though we had need to lay again the Foundation, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 6. 1. but that our unhappy times Are most unhappily become like those, which the Psalmist in his days spoke of, in which Foundations were destroyed. For now (that I may use the Apostles words), the very principles of the Doctrine of christ, the most Fundamental Scriptural truths;
Whilest the Papist robs Christ of his offices, the Socinian spoileth him of his Deity, the Antiscripturist of the Scepter of his Kingdom, and others blaspheme him into a Notion, a Forme, a very Impostor. Lord! is thy Church edified, when foundations are thus overturned? and what can? what should the righteous now do? But the more that others pull down, the more they should labour to build up both themselves and others, in their most holy faith, upon the foundations of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the cornerstone, with whom whosoever gathereth not, scattereth, and on whom whosoever (be he othrewise never so great a master builder) buildeth not, besides what he doth to others, is certain to ruine himself unavoidably, irrecoverably:
Whilst the Papist robs christ of his Offices, the Socinian spoileth him of his Deity, the Antiscripturist of the Sceptre of his Kingdom, and Others Blaspheme him into a Notion, a Form, a very Impostor. Lord! is thy Church edified, when foundations Are thus overturned? and what can? what should the righteous now do? But the more that Others pull down, the more they should labour to built up both themselves and Others, in their most holy faith, upon the foundations of the Apostles and prophets, jesus christ himself being the cornerstone, with whom whosoever gathereth not, Scattereth, and on whom whosoever (be he othrewise never so great a master builder) builds not, beside what he does to Others, is certain to ruin himself avoidable, irrecoverably:
He is sure to build a Babel of confusion, who layeth not Christ first, for the onely foundation. It is said, that in the dayes of Lot, they planted, they builded, but fire and brimstone from heaven soon consumed all those buildings:
He is sure to built a Babel of confusion, who Layeth not christ First, for the only Foundation. It is said, that in the days of Lot, they planted, they built, but fire and brimstone from heaven soon consumed all those buildings:
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and in this busie age of ours, we are as intent to raise up Fabricks of our own, both in our opinions and judgements, and in our other designes and practises, thereby to advance our estates or esteemes, and because Christ and his Truth and Grace will not, cannot square with them, with those Builders we leave him out,
and in this busy age of ours, we Are as intent to raise up Fabrics of our own, both in our opinions and Judgments, and in our other designs and practises, thereby to advance our estates or esteems, and Because christ and his Truth and Grace will not, cannot square with them, with those Builders we leave him out,
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Such buildings will not stand that are built upon the sand, and not on this rock. In the close it will be found that this is not to edification but to destruction: let our first care therefore be to make Christ our ground-work and foundation.
Such buildings will not stand that Are built upon the sand, and not on this rock. In the close it will be found that this is not to edification but to destruction: let our First care Therefore be to make christ our groundwork and Foundation.
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This is Gods building up of Zion, when he builds a Tower (a Temple) in the midst of his vineyard, Isa. 5 2. and setleth all the Formes, Ordinances, and offices of his house.
This is God's building up of Zion, when he builds a Tower (a Temple) in the midst of his vineyard, Isaiah 5 2. and settleth all the Forms, Ordinances, and Offices of his house.
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for in the stedfast continuance, and communion in these Ordinances, the first and best Believers grew up, increased and multiplied, Acts 2. 41, 42, &c.
for in the steadfast Continuance, and communion in these Ordinances, the First and best Believers grew up, increased and multiplied, Acts 2. 41, 42, etc.
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nay, of Temples and Altars to Idols, which was not only Manassehs sin, 2 Chron. 33. 3, 4, 5. but even Solomons, 1 Kings 11. 7. which the Prophets up and down cry out of in Israel and Judah, and in the mean while of the neglect and ruine of Gods Temple:
nay, of Temples and Altars to Idols, which was not only Manassehs since, 2 Chronicles 33. 3, 4, 5. but even Solomons, 1 Kings 11. 7. which the prophets up and down cry out of in Israel and Judah, and in the mean while of the neglect and ruin of God's Temple:
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and doth tanquam ex alto despicere, undervalue and despise them as poor empty Formes, and weak beggerly Rudiments and elements for those of lower Attainments (as they in their gibberish are pleased to phrase them) to be trained up with.
and does tanquam ex alto despicere, undervalue and despise them as poor empty Forms, and weak beggarly Rudiments and elements for those of lower Attainments (as they in their gibberish Are pleased to phrase them) to be trained up with.
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The Lord humble the blasphemous pride of these self-conceited men, who thus attempt to spurn down, (as much below them) Christs own Institutions, which he hath appointed as fit and able by his blessing to build up his people in faith and love,
The Lord humble the blasphemous pride of these self-conceited men, who thus attempt to spurn down, (as much below them) Christ own Institutions, which he hath appointed as fit and able by his blessing to built up his people in faith and love,
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and far more real and substantiall holinesse, and the power of godlinesse, than ever any of these our Transcendents in their high-flown way either have really attained,
and Far more real and substantial holiness, and the power of godliness, than ever any of these our Transcendents in their high-flown Way either have really attained,
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Constant observation, and too sad experience have taught us, that the Church of God hath been poorly edified by these who have daubed up their Babel with such untempered morter, whilest Gods Temple and Ordinances are thus despised and trampled upon by these Enthusiasts.
Constant observation, and too sad experience have taught us, that the Church of God hath been poorly edified by these who have daubed up their Babel with such untempered mortar, whilst God's Temple and Ordinances Are thus despised and trampled upon by these Enthusiasts.
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2. Whilest by our Atheisticall Politicians, and other prophane sinners, both those Ordinances, and the desires and endevours of all such as would advance them, are either openly opposed and hindred,
2. Whilst by our Atheistical Politicians, and other profane Sinners, both those Ordinances, and the Desires and endeavours of all such as would advance them, Are either openly opposed and hindered,
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or at least inwardly maligned and derided, as weak attempts of silly people to set and hold up sorry Bug-beares, which which were at first onely inventions of more crafty men to keep Inferiors in aw, and blinde obedience.
or At least inwardly maligned and derided, as weak attempts of silly people to Set and hold up sorry Bugbears, which which were At First only Inventions of more crafty men to keep Inferiors in awe, and blind Obedience.
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And so Tobiah of old jeared Nehemiahs building Jerusalems wals, Nehem. 4. 3. and Michal despised David in her heart for dancing before the Ark in its ascent to Zion, 2 Sam. 6. 16. Now the Lord grant, that such scornfull malicious opposers and ruiners of the Church of Christ, may in due time be as much cast down in their own eyes, as they were Nehem. 6. 16. when they shall see this work to be wrought of God, and as much then dejected,
And so Tobiah of old jeered Nehemiah's building Jerusalems walls, Nehemiah 4. 3. and Michal despised David in her heart for dancing before the Ark in its ascent to Zion, 2 Sam. 6. 16. Now the Lord grant, that such scornful malicious opposers and ruiners of the Church of christ, may in due time be as much cast down in their own eyes, as they were Nehemiah 6. 16. when they shall see this work to be wrought of God, and as much then dejected,
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for with the returned Jews we are so eager on building of our own houses, that mean while we let the house of God lye waste, and with them perswade our selves that it is not yet time to build it;
for with the returned jews we Are so eager on building of our own houses, that mean while we let the house of God lie waste, and with them persuade our selves that it is not yet time to built it;
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an habitation for the mighty God of Jacob, Psal. 132. 3, 4, 5. The Lord pardon us, that whilest for these many years, we have been about this work, at least have seemed to have been (God knoweth what from the heart we at first,
an habitation for the mighty God of Jacob, Psalm 132. 3, 4, 5. The Lord pardon us, that whilst for these many Years, we have been about this work, At least have seemed to have been (God Knoweth what from the heart we At First,
2. And therefore the contrary is our Duty, that with one shoulder, with all our heart and utmost endevour, we would set about this great good work, that Gods Church at last may be edified.
2. And Therefore the contrary is our Duty, that with one shoulder, with all our heart and utmost endeavour, we would Set about this great good work, that God's Church At last may be edified.
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for we may make account, with Zerubbabel, Ezra, and Nehemiah to meet with all that scorn and opposition that either man or devil, can help us with to hinder us:
for we may make account, with Zerubbabel, Ezra, and Nehemiah to meet with all that scorn and opposition that either man or Devil, can help us with to hinder us:
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that we have need of Baruchs NONLATINALPHABET warmth & heat the more to quicken us, and to burn their cords asunder, the zeal of Gods house should even eat us up, as it did our Saviour;
that we have need of Baruchs warmth & heat the more to quicken us, and to burn their cords asunder, the zeal of God's house should even eat us up, as it did our Saviour;
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as it is often repeated in that story of their repairing of Jerusalem, that they did not onely build the walls, and lay the beams, but also set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof, i. e.
as it is often repeated in that story of their repairing of Jerusalem, that they did not only built the walls, and lay the beams, but also Set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof, i. e.
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Nehem. 3. 3. 6. 15. In which chapter from the example of those builders of Jerusalems walls, we have many usefull directions in this like work of edifying the Church of Christ, and out of diverse others I make choice to instance only in two,
Nehemiah 3. 3. 6. 15. In which chapter from the Exampl of those Builders of Jerusalems walls, we have many useful directions in this like work of edifying the Church of christ, and out of diverse Others I make choice to instance only in two,
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As in the rearing up of the Tabernacle, the women spun, and the men wrought, some brought gold and precious stones, others goats hair and more inferiour materials:
As in the rearing up of the Tabernacle, the women spun, and the men wrought, Some brought gold and precious stones, Others Goats hair and more inferior materials:
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And the like you may there observe of all callings and conditions of the people, not only the richer Gold-smiths, who had three shares, v. 8. 31, 32. and the Merchants, who had two, v. 31, 32. but even the meaner Heards-men of Tekoah, who had their double share, v. 5. 27. as usually it proves, that meaner men are the true labourers, not only in their own work,
And the like you may there observe of all callings and conditions of the people, not only the Richer Goldsmiths, who had three shares, v. 8. 31, 32. and the Merchant's, who had two, v. 31, 32. but even the meaner Herdsmen of Tekoah, who had their double share, v. 5. 27. as usually it Proves, that meaner men Are the true labourers, not only in their own work,
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and with them other Priests, v. 22. 28. and Levites, v. 17. yea, even inferiour Nethinims the Temple water-drawers, vers. 26 so that amongst them they had five lots.
and with them other Priests, v. 22. 28. and Levites, v. 17. yea, even inferior Nethinims the Temple water-drawers, vers. 26 so that among them they had five lots.
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But the Princes and Rulers had eight, and amongst them the Rulers of Jerusalem are set first, v. 9. 12. not (it may be) so much for their place and dignity,
But the Princes and Rulers had eight, and among them the Rulers of Jerusalem Are Set First, v. 9. 12. not (it may be) so much for their place and dignity,
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as for their prime forwardness in so blessed a work, and withall they have two lots of the eight (as more rich and able and willing too, a good pattern for our chief Towns,
as for their prime forwardness in so blessed a work, and withal they have two lots of the eight (as more rich and able and willing too, a good pattern for our chief Towns,
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and Cities in the like work) and the Rulers of inferiour places make up the other six. v. 14 15, 16, 17, 18, 19. Onely the ignoble Nobles of Tekoah (it may be some rich Grasiers, or Country covetous Leards, amongst their Neighbour Heardsmen) were too good,
and Cities in the like work) and the Rulers of inferior places make up the other six. v. 14 15, 16, 17, 18, 19. Only the ignoble Nobles of Tekoah (it may be Some rich Graziers, or Country covetous Leards, among their Neighbour Herdsmen) were too good,
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from the high Priest to the lowest Nethinim, all of greatest or least places, parts, graces, all Churchmen especially have an interest in this Church-work, as they have that special office in it,
from the high Priest to the lowest Nethinim, all of greatest or least places, parts, graces, all Churchmen especially have an Interest in this Church work, as they have that special office in it,
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therefore that as by our variance we have made it a Babel, so by our union and joynt endevours Jerusalem may once be it self, a vision of peace, and that now at last,
Therefore that as by our variance we have made it a Babel, so by our Union and joint endeavours Jerusalem may once be it self, a vision of peace, and that now At last,
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and highly esteem Eliashibs and the rest of the Priests beginning to build up Jerusalems wals, that whereas they began that happy work at the sheep-gate, Neh 3. 1. that very place he so remarkably honoured, that he miraculously blessed it with that healing pool of Bethesda, which cured all commers, of which you read John 5. 2, 3, 4. I cannot promise miracles:
and highly esteem Eliashibs and the rest of the Priests beginning to built up Jerusalems walls, that whereas they began that happy work At the Sheep gate, Neh 3. 1. that very place he so remarkably honoured, that he miraculously blessed it with that healing pool of Bethesda, which cured all comers, of which you read John 5. 2, 3, 4. I cannot promise Miracles:
but I should hope for a marvellous healing of our breaches, if according to this pattern our Ministers would be foremost in this blessed work of building up the Church of Christ.
but I should hope for a marvellous healing of our Breaches, if according to this pattern our Ministers would be foremost in this blessed work of building up the Church of christ.
as in that pattern they had eight lots, to the Priests five, and so before we read, Then rose up the chief of the Fathers of Judah and Benjamin, with the Priests and Levites whose spirit God had raised, to go to build the house of God, Ezr. 1. 5. and afterward,
as in that pattern they had eight lots, to the Priests five, and so before we read, Then rose up the chief of the Father's of Judah and Benjamin, with the Priests and Levites whose Spirit God had raised, to go to built the house of God, Ezra 1. 5. and afterwards,
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when their spiri•s were somewhat down by reason of many discouragements they met with, upon the Prophets stirring them up, chap. 5. 1. it is again said, Then rose up Zerubbabel and Joshua,
when their spiri•s were somewhat down by reason of many discouragements they met with, upon the prophets stirring them up, chap. 5. 1. it is again said, Then rose up Zerubbabel and joshua,
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and began again to build it, the Prophets of God helping them, v. 2. Ministers should be helpers, and Magistrates (especially supreme Magistrates) should be Principals. So Cyrus confesseth he had a charge from God laid upon him to build his house, Ezra 1. 2. and how Christian Magistrates, who have far more,
and began again to built it, the prophets of God helping them, v. 2. Ministers should be helpers, and Magistrates (especially supreme Magistrates) should be Principals. So Cyrus Confesses he had a charge from God laid upon him to built his house, Ezra 1. 2. and how Christian Magistrates, who have Far more,
this I find that Abraham, Gen. 12. 7, 8. Isaac, Gen. 26. 25. Jacob, Gen. 33. 20. those great Patriarchs, where ever they pitched their Tent, they there built an Altar.
this I find that Abraham, Gen. 12. 7, 8. Isaac, Gen. 26. 25. Jacob, Gen. 33. 20. those great Patriarchs, where ever they pitched their Tent, they there built an Altar.
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Micah, though none of the best men, yet (as it seemeth by his story) one of some good rank, accounted himself made when he had got a Priest and a Teraphim, and utterly undone when afterward he had lost them;
micah, though none of the best men, yet (as it seems by his story) one of Some good rank, accounted himself made when he had god a Priest and a Teraphim, and utterly undone when afterwards he had lost them;
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as the loss of the Ark brake Elies neck, and his daughter in laws heart. Joshua takes care to place the Ark in Shiloh, which was in Ephraim, his Tribe.
as the loss of the Ark brake Ely's neck, and his daughter in laws heart. joshua Takes care to place the Ark in Shiloh, which was in Ephraim, his Tribe.
And although building of Altars to God was but rarely thought of by Saul, 1 Sam. 14. 35. and the Ark of God in his time but little looked after 1 Chron. 13. 3. yet he getteth it to Nob in Benjamin, which was his Tribe.
And although building of Altars to God was but rarely Thought of by Saul, 1 Sam. 14. 35. and the Ark of God in his time but little looked After 1 Chronicles 13. 3. yet he gets it to Nob in Benjamin, which was his Tribe.
And afterward David when once come to the Throne getteth it to Zion, 2 Sam. 6. which was his own city, v. 16. It seemeth these great men thought it best,
And afterwards David when once come to the Throne gets it to Zion, 2 Sam. 6. which was his own City, v. 16. It seems these great men Thought it best,
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And it is worth such mens most serious thoughts to consider, what both pains and cost David was at to settle it in Zion, and Solomon afterward in Jerusalem, and with what solemnity they did it:
And it is worth such men's most serious thoughts to Consider, what both pains and cost David was At to settle it in Zion, and Solomon afterwards in Jerusalem, and with what solemnity they did it:
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He himself dancing before it with all his might, though he was laughed at by Michal as a fool for so doing, 2 Sam. 6. And Solomon to bring it from Zion to be setled in his Temple hath as great a convocation, 1 King. 8. 1, 2, 3. and He himself with the Princes went before it in the head of that Procession, v. 5. where it is added that they offered so many sheep and oxen that they could not be told n•r numbred for multitude.
He himself dancing before it with all his might, though he was laughed At by Michal as a fool for so doing, 2 Sam. 6. And Solomon to bring it from Zion to be settled in his Temple hath as great a convocation, 1 King. 8. 1, 2, 3. and He himself with the Princes went before it in the head of that Procession, v. 5. where it is added that they offered so many sheep and oxen that they could not be told n•r numbered for multitude.
1. Their setling of Gods house will establish their own, as Caesar did his own statues by erecting Pompey's. God promiseth to build David an house, because he did but only purpose to build him one, 2 Sam. 7. 11. 2. It will be the most Orient Gemme in their Crown, is it self, & will make them most honourable in the sight of God and man.
1. Their settling of God's house will establish their own, as Caesar did his own statues by erecting Pompey's. God promises to built David an house, Because he did but only purpose to built him one, 2 Sam. 7. 11. 2. It will be the most Orient Gem in their Crown, is it self, & will make them most honourable in the sighed of God and man.
as chiefest, is added, viz. His ascent into the house of God, 1 King. 10. 4, 5. That made Solomon glorious while he lived, viz. the building of Gods house more then his own:
as chiefest, is added, viz. His ascent into the house of God, 1 King. 10. 4, 5. That made Solomon glorious while he lived, viz. the building of God's house more then his own:
when he was dead, 2 Chr. 24. 16. Dead mens monuments use to be in Churches, but the building of Gods true Church would be their most glorious and lasting monument.
when he was dead, 2 Christ 24. 16. Dead men's monuments use to be in Churches, but the building of God's true Church would be their most glorious and lasting monument.
3. Nor will it be more honour to them from others, then truest inward satisfaction and comfort to themselves in the closing up of their lives, & at their last account.
3. Nor will it be more honour to them from Others, then Truest inward satisfaction and Comfort to themselves in the closing up of their lives, & At their last account.
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how sweetly and comfortably doth he close up all in the last Chapter of that Book, with reflecting upon his care and zeal for the house and ordinances of God? in his taking care for the sanctifying of the Sabbath, in his cleansing of the Temple, in his providing for the Priests portions,
how sweetly and comfortably does he close up all in the last Chapter of that Book, with reflecting upon his care and zeal for the house and ordinances of God? in his taking care for the sanctifying of the Sabbath, in his cleansing of the Temple, in his providing for the Priests portions,
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and in his chasing away such as intended and defiled the Priesthood? with what comfort and humble boldness could he say, Remember me, ô my God, concerning this, and again, Remember me concerning this also. What happy Items were these in his last reckonings? and yet again (not as though by his so often putting God in mind he were subject to forget,
and in his chasing away such as intended and defiled the Priesthood? with what Comfort and humble boldness could he say, remember me, o my God, Concerning this, and again, remember me Concerning this also. What happy Items were these in his last reckonings? and yet again (not as though by his so often putting God in mind he were Subject to forget,
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but the more to assure us that he will be sure to remember) again I say) he addeth the third time, Remember me ô God for good, and so he ends his Book:
but the more to assure us that he will be sure to Remember) again I say) he adds the third time, remember me o God for good, and so he ends his Book:
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He that serveth the Mason, helpeth up the building, as well as the Master-workman: The poor widow may cast her two mites into the treasury of the Temple and the women that spun goats hair helped on the work of the Tabernacle,
He that serves the Mason, Helpeth up the building, as well as the Master workman: The poor widow may cast her two mites into the treasury of the Temple and the women that spun Goats hair helped on the work of the Tabernacle,
as well as Bezaleel: The rich Gold-smiths had three lots, Nehem. 3. 8. 31, 32. (as it was fit that their proportion should be greater answerable to their ability) and yet the Heardsmen of Tekoah had two, v. 5. 27. The Apostle speaks of a NONLATINALPHABET,
as well as Bezaleel: The rich Goldsmiths had three lots, Nehemiah 3. 8. 31, 32. (as it was fit that their proportion should be greater answerable to their ability) and yet the Herdsmen of Tekoah had two, v. 5. 27. The Apostle speaks of a,
and an NONLATINALPHABET and an NONLATINALPHABET, in every part of the body of Christ, in which the least member hath its measure of grace and ability, and answerable thereto it hath its energy or effectuall working; and, proportionable to it, its NONLATINALPHABET or supply that it affordeth,
and an and an, in every part of the body of christ, in which the least member hath its measure of grace and ability, and answerable thereto it hath its energy or effectual working; and, proportionable to it, its or supply that it affords,
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Let not therefore Gideon say, My family is poor in Manasseh, and I am the least in my fathers house, and wherewith shall I save Israel? let not the poorest,
Let not Therefore gideon say, My family is poor in Manasses, and I am the least in my Father's house, and wherewith shall I save Israel? let not the Poorest,
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as long as his servants watch and work, he is pleased to keep in the light, it was not then so with Ephesus, when Christ threatned to remove her Candlestick, Revel. 2. 5. 3. As weak and mean as they are their particular indevours may much advance the Churches common service.
as long as his Servants watch and work, he is pleased to keep in the Light, it was not then so with Ephesus, when christ threatened to remove her Candlestick, Revel. 2. 5. 3. As weak and mean as they Are their particular endeavours may much advance the Churches Common service.
A little Piercer is fitter to make a hole to drive in a nail, then a great wimble, and the little finger, may in some posture reach that which the greatest and longest cannot:
A little Piercer is fitter to make a hold to drive in a nail, then a great wimble, and the little finger, may in Some posture reach that which the greatest and longest cannot:
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and so in the body mystical, as well as natural, the members that seem to be more feeble, are necessary, 1 Cor. 12. 22. And therefore in this building up of the Church, did we but seriously study it;
and so in the body mystical, as well as natural, the members that seem to be more feeble, Are necessary, 1 Cor. 12. 22. And Therefore in this building up of the Church, did we but seriously study it;
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and never have occasion to stand all the day idle with this excuse, that none hath hired us, for every one of us, the very meanest of us may do something.
and never have occasion to stand all the day idle with this excuse, that none hath hired us, for every one of us, the very Meanest of us may do something.
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4. But many such weak ones joyning together, may arise to a considerable ability. All buildings are not m•de onely of such vast square stones, as Solomons Temple was,
4. But many such weak ones joining together, may arise to a considerable ability. All buildings Are not m•de only of such vast square stones, as Solomons Temple was,
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and if many weaker hands with those that are stronger were joyntly put to this work, the house of the King of heaven would more speedily be built up and edified.
and if many Weaker hands with those that Are Stronger were jointly put to this work, the house of the King of heaven would more speedily be built up and edified.
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In the Church of Christ, there are not onely NONLATINALPHABET, but also NONLATINALPHABET, Helps as well as Governments; and such helpers weak Inferiors may prove, and so Paul the great Apostle calleth Aquila and Priscilla, that were but Tent-makers, his helpers, Rom. 16. 3. Weak ones may help those that are more able,
In the Church of christ, there Are not only, but also, Helps as well as Governments; and such helpers weak Inferiors may prove, and so Paul the great Apostle calls Aquila and Priscilla, that were but Tent-makers, his helpers, Rom. 16. 3. Weak ones may help those that Are more able,
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Or at least by shaming their backwardness, with their forwardness, and that with this advantage, that herein the weakest are able to do the most, in that the weaker they are, the more they shame the stronger,
Or At least by shaming their backwardness, with their forwardness, and that with this advantage, that herein the Weakest Are able to do the most, in that the Weaker they Are, the more they shame the Stronger,
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6. And yet the more, in that by provoking their strength, we shall improve our own weakness to be able to act the more strongly, our little wheels being carried about by their great ones, which we have set a going,
6. And yet the more, in that by provoking their strength, we shall improve our own weakness to be able to act the more strongly, our little wheels being carried about by their great ones, which we have Set a going,
So that from these and the like considerations we see that private Christians, and even the weakest of them are ingag•d in this great good work of edifying the Church of God, in which,
So that from these and the like considerations we see that private Christians, and even the Weakest of them Are ingag•d in this great good work of edifying the Church of God, in which,
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How doth a little Remora stay a great ship in her full speed? and one stop in the least wheel or pin, make an huge engine stand still in its swiftest motion? Very sorry men have proved sad hinderances to the advance of the things of Christ and his Church, through their boldness,
How does a little Remora stay a great ship in her full speed? and one stop in the least wheel or pin, make an huge engine stand still in its swiftest motion? Very sorry men have proved sad hindrances to the advance of the things of christ and his Church, through their boldness,
they weak men, but theirs may be mighty sins; and so although in their private low standing they can do little with men, yet by their horrid abominations they may most highly provoke God, and so one Achan may trouble all Israel, and one sinner destroy much good, one otherwise weak hand pull down more,
they weak men, but theirs may be mighty Sins; and so although in their private low standing they can do little with men, yet by their horrid abominations they may most highly provoke God, and so one achan may trouble all Israel, and one sinner destroy much good, one otherwise weak hand pull down more,
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And thus we see that not onely Magistrates and Ministers, but all even the most private and meanest Christians have an interest and share in this blesed work of edifying and building up the Church of Christ: which was the first lesson we were to learn from the example of those repairers of Jerusalems walls, in Nehe. 3.
And thus we see that not only Magistrates and Ministers, but all even the most private and Meanest Christians have an Interest and share in this blessed work of edifying and building up the Church of christ: which was the First Lesson we were to Learn from the Exampl of those repairers of Jerusalems walls, in Neh 3.
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for so we find it was in that pattern held out to us in the place before mentioned, where we find that several persons and companies had their several lots and quarters, and so they repaired their parts, Nehem. 3 20, 21. 31. and especially that part of the wall which was over against their houses, as you may observe, v. 10. 23. 28, 29. which teacheth us, that although in this common work, we should all, of all sorts, join thy agree to be acting,
for so we find it was in that pattern held out to us in the place before mentioned, where we find that several Persons and companies had their several lots and quarters, and so they repaired their parts, Nehemiah 3 20, 21. 31. and especially that part of the wall which was over against their houses, as you may observe, v. 10. 23. 28, 29. which Teaches us, that although in this Common work, we should all, of all sorts, join thy agree to be acting,
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or a rash head precipitancy NONLATINALPHABET, and being vainly puffed up with a fleshly mind, NONLATINALPHABET boldly intrude into other mens places and employments which we are not sitted to,
or a rash head precipitancy, and being vainly puffed up with a fleshly mind, boldly intrude into other men's places and employments which we Are not sitted to,
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I would have the house of God built, the Church of Christ edified, but I would not therefore have all Ignaroes prove Preachers, or privy counsellors, and every Jac Ket get up into his Quercus Reformatoria, which will as much advance the work,
I would have the house of God built, the Church of christ edified, but I would not Therefore have all Ignaroes prove Preachers, or privy counsellors, and every Jacob Ket get up into his Quercus Reformatoria, which will as much advance the work,
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and so with the publick detriment, as had Ierusalems repairers bin busy to look to other mens alotments, the enemie might soon have come in at their breach, which they never looked to.
and so with the public detriment, as had Ierusalems repairers been busy to look to other men's alotments, the enemy might soon have come in At their breach, which they never looked to.
Let us therefore with them labour to build up Ierusalems wall, but so as that our care be to look to our own Frontage, to that part of it which is over against our own houses, which fitly leads me from this 2d part of edifying the Church, in setting up,
Let us Therefore with them labour to built up Ierusalems wall, but so as that our care be to look to our own Frontage, to that part of it which is over against our own houses, which fitly leads me from this 2d part of edifying the Church, in setting up,
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If ever therefore we would according to the square of the word edify the Church, we must take care to build up our selves in our most holy faith, as Iude exhorteth us, v. 20. that by faith coming to Christ the living stone, we also as lively stones may be built up a Spiritual house,
If ever Therefore we would according to the square of the word edify the Church, we must take care to built up our selves in our most holy faith, as Iude exhorteth us, v. 20. that by faith coming to christ the living stone, we also as lively stones may be built up a Spiritual house,
an holy Priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God, by Iesus Christ, 1 Pet. 2. 4, 5. Otherwise we may gather Churches, as many now do,
an holy Priesthood, to offer up spiritual Sacrifices, acceptable to God, by Iesus christ, 1 Pet. 2. 4, 5. Otherwise we may gather Churches, as many now do,
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and they do little better, who make them indeed but bare Formes, like painted Churches, in a Lantskip. So the Iewes of old made a charme of the Temple of the Lord, The Temple of the Lord, The Temple of the Lord, Ier. 7. 4. as before they made the Ark of God a NONLATINALPHABET, a bug-bear to fright enemies, which they themselves so long played with, that at last both They and It were carried away captive, 1 Sam. 4. 3, 4, 5. It is not the crying up Holy Church, with Papists; or Reformed Churches in the most refined Formes of them, with Protestants; these rested in are but Names and Notions, Names indeed of God by which, in our walking answerable to them, he is known,
and they do little better, who make them indeed but bore Forms, like painted Churches, in a Lantskip. So the Iewes of old made a charm of the Temple of the Lord, The Temple of the Lord, The Temple of the Lord, Jeremiah 7. 4. as before they made the Ark of God a, a bugbear to fright enemies, which they themselves so long played with, that At last both They and It were carried away captive, 1 Sam. 4. 3, 4, 5. It is not the crying up Holy Church, with Papists; or Reformed Churches in the most refined Forms of them, with Protestants; these rested in Are but Names and Notions, Names indeed of God by which, in our walking answerable to them, he is known,
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nay we shall prove worse by them, as (they say) the Cypress tree the more it's watred, the more barren it groweth, worst men have often been found under best Ordinances.
nay we shall prove Worse by them, as (they say) the Cypress tree the more it's watered, the more barren it grows, worst men have often been found under best Ordinances.
So in Penuel (which signifieth the face and presence of God) we meet with scornfull Neuters, Iudg. 8. 8. and in Bethel (the house of God) with scoffing, Idolaters, 2 King. 2. 23. Bethel proveth Beth-aven, Hos. 10. 5. NONLATINALPHABET is but NONLATINALPHABET, Circumcision the Concision, Philip. 3. 2. and the nearer we are to the Church, the further from God, and nearer to a curse,
So in Penuel (which signifies the face and presence of God) we meet with scornful Neuters, Judges 8. 8. and in Bethel (the house of God) with scoffing, Idolaters, 2 King. 2. 23. Bethel Proves Beth-aven, Hos. 10. 5. is but, Circumcision the Concision, Philip. 3. 2. and the nearer we Are to the Church, the further from God, and nearer to a curse,
when the members of it are truely and savingly edified, and are NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET as lively, or living stones, which do not onely lye in the wall but grow in the building:
when the members of it Are truly and savingly edified, and Are as lively, or living stones, which do not only lie in the wall but grow in the building:
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When inward grace thrives, according to outward meanes, and when our communication, and whole conversation, is good to the use of edifying, as the Apostle speaketh, Eph. 4. 29. When a good life is built upon good Doctrine,
When inward grace thrives, according to outward means, and when our communication, and Whole Conversation, is good to the use of edifying, as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 4. 29. When a good life is built upon good Doctrine,
as that last mentioned place intimateth, That we edifie NONLATINALPHABET, one another, Singuli singulos, 1 Thes. 5. 11. and this mutually, NONLATINALPHABET, Rom. 14. 19. that by our miscarriages we do not edifie them in sin; for such a kinde of untoward edifying the Scripture somewhere speaks of, but by pious admonitions,
as that last mentioned place intimateth, That we edify, one Another, Singuli singulos, 1 Thebes 5. 11. and this mutually,, Rom. 14. 19. that by our miscarriages we do not edify them in since; for such a kind of untoward edifying the Scripture somewhere speaks of, but by pious admonitions,
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and holy examples, and all other good meanes, we endevour to bring men to Christ the foundation and that then they may be settled upon him, and grow up in him:
and holy Examples, and all other good means, we endeavour to bring men to christ the Foundation and that then they may be settled upon him, and grow up in him:
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and therefore as soon as ever they heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they presently sent unto them Peter and John further to bring them on,
and Therefore as soon as ever they herd that Samaria had received the word of God, they presently sent unto them Peter and John further to bring them on,
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and build them up, Acts 8. 14, 15. which is excellently set down in that place of the Canticles, where we see what tender care the elder Churches had of their little sister in this holy Oecodomy; If she were a wall, they would build upon her a palace of silver;
and built them up, Acts 8. 14, 15. which is excellently Set down in that place of the Canticles, where we see what tender care the elder Churches had of their little sister in this holy Oecodomy; If she were a wall, they would built upon her a palace of silver;
If a door that had opened to Christ, their inclosing her with boards, or barres of Cedar, which never rotteth, expresseth what care they had in confirming and strengthning her: If a wall (i. e.
If a door that had opened to christ, their enclosing her with boards, or bars of Cedar, which never rotteth, Expresses what care they had in confirming and strengthening her: If a wall (i. e.
more confirmed and settled) their building upon her a palace of silver, holds forth their further endevour for her continued growth, ornament, and perfection:
more confirmed and settled) their building upon her a palace of silver, holds forth their further endeavour for her continued growth, ornament, and perfection:
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If you look into the severall books of the Prophets; in the end of many (if not of most) of them, you shall finde many gracious and glorious promises made of the then building of the Church.
If you look into the several books of the prophets; in the end of many (if not of most) of them, you shall find many gracious and glorious promises made of the then building of the Church.
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In this respect, it is the work of the day, and therefore, I hope we will not stand all the day idle, but that it may be our happinesse that these Prophesies and promises may be most happily fulfilled not onely upon us,
In this respect, it is the work of the day, and Therefore, I hope we will not stand all the day idle, but that it may be our happiness that these prophecies and promises may be most happily fulfilled not only upon us,
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and Gods house in Solomon saith, There is a time to break down, & there is a time to build. We have had a time of too much breaking down in time of war,
and God's house in Solomon Says, There is a time to break down, & there is a time to built. We have had a time of too much breaking down in time of war,
Gods Temple was built without axe and hammer, 1 King. 6. 7. but it was beat down by both, Psal. 74. 6. War hindreth the building of Gods house, 1 King. 5. 3. but Peace should further it, v. 4. 5. And therefore let us lay hold of this happy opportunity.
God's Temple was built without axe and hammer, 1 King. 6. 7. but it was beatrice down by both, Psalm 74. 6. War hindereth the building of God's house, 1 King. 5. 3. but Peace should further it, v. 4. 5. And Therefore let us lay hold of this happy opportunity.
Thus let us build, and so let us prosper, and this in building not so much our own houses as Gods. This was wont to be the care of Gods people in former times upon the like occasions;
Thus let us built, and so let us prosper, and this in building not so much our own houses as God's This was wont to be the care of God's people in former times upon the like occasions;
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and the like was the Christian Churches care upon the ceasing of the primitive persecutions. And so God now by our present rest from former troubles tryeth
and the like was the Christian Churches care upon the ceasing of the primitive persecutions. And so God now by our present rest from former Troubles trieth
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What more necessary to be done then to build up Gods house, that thereby we may edifie our selves in faith and grace to salvation? and what fitter time can we either have,
What more necessary to be done then to built up God's house, that thereby we may edify our selves in faith and grace to salvation? and what fitter time can we either have,
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if not now? God hath given us Rest, but not to be restive, rest from outward trouble, that so we might be more expedite and ready thus to set upon his work,
if not now? God hath given us Rest, but not to be restive, rest from outward trouble, that so we might be more expedite and ready thus to Set upon his work,
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and it is to be observed that when David had settled the Ark, 1 Chron. 16. 1. how in the sequele of that Chapter, he calleth upon heaven and earth, Sea,
and it is to be observed that when David had settled the Ark, 1 Chronicles 16. 1. how in the sequel of that Chapter, he calls upon heaven and earth, Sea,
or that our houses will stand firm, whiles Gods lieth waste: we may in that case build castles in the air, or upon a sandy foundation, which will not abide when the storm cometh;
or that our houses will stand firm, while God's lies waste: we may in that case built Castles in the air, or upon a sandy Foundation, which will not abide when the storm comes;
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with Cain and Nimrod, we may build Nods and Babels, which according to the signification of those names, will end in unsettlement, and confusion: They shall build,
with Cain and Nimrod, we may built Nods and Babels, which according to the signification of those names, will end in unsettlement, and confusion: They shall built,
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and I will throw down, saith the Lord, Mal. 1. 4. The Jews tell us that the three last Prophets died all on one day, and that on the very same day Alexander as a Conquerour entred Jerusalem; whether true or not, we may make this use of it, to think and conclude upon it, that when thorugh the unworthines of a people true Prophets cease, outward peace useth to cease with them;
and I will throw down, Says the Lord, Malachi 1. 4. The jews tell us that the three last prophets died all on one day, and that on the very same day Alexander as a Conqueror entered Jerusalem; whither true or not, we may make this use of it, to think and conclude upon it, that when thorough the unworthiness of a people true prophets cease, outward peace uses to cease with them;
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Build we up our selves in our holy faith, and build up his house according to his holy Word, and then prove him if he will not open to us the windows of heaven,
Built we up our selves in our holy faith, and built up his house according to his holy Word, and then prove him if he will not open to us the windows of heaven,
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and pour us out such a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it, Mal. 3. 10. Build upon it, that he will then build us, and not pull us down;
and pour us out such a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it, Malachi 3. 10. Built upon it, that he will then built us, and not pull us down;
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plant us, and not pluck us up; even plant us assuredly. NONLATINALPHABET. i. e. in truth and stability, NONLATINALPHABET with his whole heart, and with his whole soul.
plant us, and not pluck us up; even plant us assuredly.. i. e. in truth and stability, with his Whole heart, and with his Whole soul.
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which reading in it self beareth a good sense, but 1. breaketh what (I think) is the right contexture of the parts of the verse. 2. Nor doth the word NONLATINALPHABET so well agree with a Dative case, as here it must according to that reading. 3. Nor usually (if at all in the New Testament) put for to fill, but rather to increase and multiplie. And so I here take it,
which reading in it self bears a good sense, but 1. breaks what (I think) is the right contexture of the parts of the verse. 2. Nor does the word so well agree with a Dative case, as Here it must according to that reading. 3. Nor usually (if At all in the New Testament) put for to fill, but rather to increase and multiply. And so I Here take it,
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2. The former Churches in the same place were so increased by the conversion, and so accession of new members, that not being well able to meet in one congregation,
2. The former Churches in the same place were so increased by the conversion, and so accession of new members, that not being well able to meet in one congregation,
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for so they lie in the Text. First they had rest, thereupon, next they were edified; upon both which in the last place and close of all followed, that they were multiplied.
for so they lie in the Text. First they had rest, thereupon, next they were edified; upon both which in the last place and close of all followed, that they were multiplied.
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but yet not so, as to be such a distinguishing note of the Church, as that that should be no Church, where through the malice of Satan and his instruments such multitudes are wanting.
but yet not so, as to be such a distinguishing note of the Church, as that that should be no Church, where through the malice of Satan and his Instruments such Multitudes Are wanting.
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So indeed the Papists would characterize the Church by its far spreading, and over-grown multitudes, proving (as he saith) the finenesse of the cloth by the large measure, as Bellarmine in his Gemitus Columbae, will needs make his society of Jesuites to be the right Doves, because of their fast and far flight,
So indeed the Papists would characterise the Church by its Far spreading, and overgrown Multitudes, proving (as he Says) the fineness of the cloth by the large measure, as Bellarmine in his Gemitus Columbae, will needs make his society of Jesuits to be the right Dove, Because of their fast and Far flight,
and their multiplying brood, rather from any thing that they have of Dovelike simplicity and Innocency, of which if he could prove them very much guil•y, he would shew more strength and art then he hath done in all his whole controversies.
and their multiplying brood, rather from any thing that they have of Dovelike simplicity and Innocency, of which if he could prove them very much guil•y, he would show more strength and art then he hath done in all his Whole controversies.
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Such vermine may multiply by swarmes, whilest the Lyon and Eagle, and other more noble creatures (as Aristotle observeth) are NONLATINALPHABET, bring forth but by single unities; Christ once,
Such vermin may multiply by swarms, whilst the lion and Eagl, and other more noble creatures (as Aristotle observeth) Are, bring forth but by single unities; christ once,
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when lost by his parents, was not found NONLATINALPHABET, in the company, but the woman his spouse is too oft to be found in the solitary wilderness, whilest the waters whereon the whore sitteth, are peoples,
when lost by his Parents, was not found, in the company, but the woman his spouse is too oft to be found in the solitary Wilderness, whilst the waters whereon the whore Sitteth, Are peoples,
The valley of the son of Hinnom is a NONLATINALPHABET, as Hierom observeth, and such a Churchyard we may finde in the Popish Churches, in which more are buried, then are baptized into the true Church of Christ.
The valley of the son of Hinnom is a, as Hieronymus observeth, and such a Churchyard we may find in the Popish Churches, in which more Are buried, then Are baptised into the true Church of christ.
For his dove and undefiled is but one, whilest there are threescore queens, and fourscore concubines, and virgins (such as never had reference or affection to him) without number: And therefore whilest they cry, Nos numerus sumus, &c. let it satisfie us that we are of Christs NONLATINALPHABET, little little flock, to whom it is his Fathers good will to give the kingdom:
For his dove and undefiled is but one, whilst there Are threescore queen's, and fourscore concubines, and Virgins (such as never had Referente or affection to him) without number: And Therefore whilst they cry, Nos Numerus sumus, etc. let it satisfy us that we Are of Christ, little little flock, to whom it is his Father's good will to give the Kingdom:
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1. Either the bulk of the Church is swollen up with multitudes of hypocrites, as Israels camp was with that mixed multitude, Exod. 12. 38. A great deal of chaff may make a great heap on the floore,
1. Either the bulk of the Church is swollen up with Multitudes of Hypocrites, as Israel's camp was with that mixed multitude, Exod 12. 38. A great deal of chaff may make a great heap on the floor,
But this Multiplication here was without any Division; for these many had one heart, Acts 4. 32. in their orderly divisions, they had no fractions, were multiplied, but both first were,
But this Multiplication Here was without any Division; for these many had one heart, Acts 4. 32. in their orderly divisions, they had no fractions, were multiplied, but both First were,
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and accordingly they had peace in Brotherly communion, as well as in freedome from enemies persecutions; Such a multiplication as a consequent or concomitant of edification, the Text and the point in hand hold forth for a very great blessing.
and accordingly they had peace in Brotherly communion, as well as in freedom from enemies persecutions; Such a multiplication as a consequent or concomitant of edification, the Text and the point in hand hold forth for a very great blessing.
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2. And promised as such in the Covenant of grace, to Abraham Isaac and Jacob, and so all along, that their seed should be as the stars of heaven for multitude.
2. And promised as such in the Covenant of grace, to Abraham Isaac and Jacob, and so all along, that their seed should be as the Stars of heaven for multitude.
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and let not his men be few, Deut. 33. 6. and as such it hath been promised by God to his people, I will multiply them, and they shall not be few, I will also glorifie them,
and let not his men be few, Deuteronomy 33. 6. and as such it hath been promised by God to his people, I will multiply them, and they shall not be few, I will also Glorify them,
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that whereas they had been as the stars of heaven for multitude, they should be left few in number, Deut. 28. 62. when the glory of Jacob is made thin,
that whereas they had been as the Stars of heaven for multitude, they should be left few in number, Deuteronomy 28. 62. when the glory of Jacob is made thin,
and the fatnesse of his flesh waxed lean, and they left as the shaking of an olive-tree, two or three berries on the top of the uppermost branch, Isa. 17. 4. 6. or yet more lonesome and solitary;
and the fatness of his Flesh waxed lean, and they left as the shaking of an olive-tree, two or three berries on the top of the uppermost branch, Isaiah 17. 4. 6. or yet more lonesome and solitary;
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So David mournfully complaineth that the godly man ceaseth, and that the faithfull failed, Psal. 12. 1. and the wasted, consumed Church piteously cryeth out, My leannesse, my leannesse, Isaiah 24. 16. This truth the devill is convinced of, and therefore well knowing that the inlargement of Christs kingdom is the lessening of his, by himself and his instruments he laboureth to hinder it:
So David mournfully Complaineth that the godly man ceases, and that the faithful failed, Psalm 12. 1. and the wasted, consumed Church piteously Cries out, My leanness, my leanness, Isaiah 24. 16. This truth the Devil is convinced of, and Therefore well knowing that the enlargement of Christ Kingdom is the lessening of his, by himself and his Instruments he Laboureth to hinder it:
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Whether in worse dayes as a pledge and meanes of their after deliverance, as in that remarkable, place Exo. 2. 7. where speaking of Israel in Egypt, You have six words or expressions in the Hebrew, NONLATINALPHABET. 1. They were fruitfull, 2. And increased abundantly, 3. And multiplied, 4. And waxed mighty and that 5. 6. in two words, NONLATINALPHABET.
Whither in Worse days as a pledge and means of their After deliverance, as in that remarkable, place Exo. 2. 7. where speaking of Israel in Egypt, You have six words or expressions in the Hebrew,. 1. They were fruitful, 2. And increased abundantly, 3. And multiplied, 4. And waxed mighty and that 5. 6. in two words,.
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Not to expresse that the Hebrew women bare six children at a time, as Baal Haturim vainly Cabalizeth, quo nihil nugacius, but onely to express a most wonderfull prosperous increase. The 1st. word signifying that none of them was barren. 2. That they brought forth diverse at once, more reptilium, as the 2d word signifieth, Gen. 1. 20. And 3. those not short-lived:
Not to express that the Hebrew women bore six children At a time, as Baal Haturem vainly Cabalizeth, quo nihil nugacius, but only to express a most wonderful prosperous increase. The 1st. word signifying that none of them was barren. 2. That they brought forth diverse At once, more reptilium, as the 2d word signifies, Gen. 1. 20. And 3. those not short-lived:
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How oft do you read in the Acts of the Apostles of the NONLATINALPHABET, the multitude of Believers? When NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET, &c. When the word of God increased,
How oft do you read in the Acts of the Apostles of the, the multitude of Believers? When, etc. When the word of God increased,
and the number of Disciples multiplied greatly, and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith, Acts 6. 7. in that day of Gods power from the womb of the morning, he had the dew of his youth:
and the number of Disciples multiplied greatly, and a great company of the Priests were obedient to the faith, Acts 6. 7. in that day of God's power from the womb of the morning, he had the due of his youth:
then they could say, Vestra omnia implevimus, urbes, insulas, castilla, &c. In those first best dayes, though under persecution, their numbers filled all places.
then they could say, Vestra omnia implevimus, Cities, insulas, castilla, etc. In those First best days, though under persecution, their numbers filled all places.
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He hath delivered my soul in peace from the battell which was against me, for there were many with me, Psal. 55. 18. Not that God stands in need of multitudes to have his work done, or his people preserved;
He hath Delivered my soul in peace from the battle which was against me, for there were many with me, Psalm 55. 18. Not that God Stands in need of Multitudes to have his work done, or his people preserved;
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But yet, as in ordinary course he works by means, so his work is often retarded through the f•wness of workmen, 2 Chron. 29. 34. and on the contrary is better carried on by many hands;
But yet, as in ordinary course he works by means, so his work is often retarded through the f•wness of workmen, 2 Chronicles 29. 34. and on the contrary is better carried on by many hands;
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How was the very place shaken where the multitudes of Beleevers, were met together, and lift up their voices NONLATINALPHABET? Act. 4. 24. 31. 32. The publick prayers of many met together in the Church are the more prevalent,
How was the very place shaken where the Multitudes of Believers, were met together, and lift up their voices? Act. 4. 24. 31. 32. The public Prayers of many met together in the Church Are the more prevalent,
And so when the godly prove numerous and potent, true enemies prove seeming friends, as it's said, Esther 8. 17. many of the people of the land, in that case, became Jewes; or if they will still appear enemies, the Church of God will appear terrible, when it is become like an army with banners, Cant. 6. 4. 10. 3. Hence also more comfort and joy to the godly, for here, the more the merrier, and the better cheer too:
And so when the godly prove numerous and potent, true enemies prove seeming Friends, as it's said, Esther 8. 17. many of the people of the land, in that case, became Jews; or if they will still appear enemies, the Church of God will appear terrible, when it is become like an army with banners, Cant 6. 4. 10. 3. Hence also more Comfort and joy to the godly, for Here, the more the merrier, and the better cheer too:
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thus the Jewes who had returned from Babylon prayed for thereturn of the test that stayed behind, whose accession to them to fill up their number, they accounted would be as rivers in the South, i. e.
thus the Jews who had returned from Babylon prayed for thereturn of the test that stayed behind, whose accession to them to fill up their number, they accounted would be as Rivers in the South, i. e.
most refreshing and comfortable Psal. 126. 4. and so before, it was with the voice of joy and praise, when David went to the house of God with a multitude, Psa. 42. 4. as elsewhere he greatly praiseth God when it was NONLATINALPHABET in the midst of the multitude, NONLATINALPHABET in the great congregation, if there be a full number of them, the Communion of Saints is more full,
most refreshing and comfortable Psalm 126. 4. and so before, it was with the voice of joy and praise, when David went to the house of God with a multitude, Psa. 42. 4. as elsewhere he greatly Praiseth God when it was in the midst of the multitude, in the great congregation, if there be a full number of them, the Communion of Saints is more full,
as well as they can, to make up the Consort; Abundant grace, through the thanksgiving of many redounds much to the glory of God, 2 Cor. 4. 15. But it will be a most royal found which the Trumpet of the 7th Angel will make,
as well as they can, to make up the Consort; Abundant grace, through the thanksgiving of many redounds much to the glory of God, 2 Cor. 4. 15. But it will be a most royal found which the Trumpet of the 7th Angel will make,
and will fill the whole earth with the glorious praises of God, when there shall be great voices in heaven, saying, All the Kingdomes of this world, are become the kingdomes of our Lord and of his Christ,
and will fill the Whole earth with the glorious praises of God, when there shall be great voices in heaven, saying, All the Kingdoms of this world, Are become the kingdoms of our Lord and of his christ,
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and the multiplying Beleevers in it, as sickness make's some young ones grow tall, and cold Northerly climes use to be more prolificall; So Israel in Egypt most multiplied after Iosephs death, and so had lost their best friend to support them,
and the multiplying Believers in it, as sickness make's Some young ones grow tall, and cold Northerly climes use to be more prolifical; So Israel in Egypt most multiplied After Joseph's death, and so had lost their best friend to support them,
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and the Preachers as seedsmen for a following more plenfull harvest, as after times made Tertullians word true, Semen est sanguis Christianorum, that the Christians blood became seed to beget many to Christ: such trees of righteousness grow fast in winter, whose cold blasts and blusters do not so much blow out,
and the Preachers as seedsmen for a following more plenfull harvest, as After times made Tertullia's word true, Semen est sanguis Christians, that the Christians blood became seed to beget many to christ: such trees of righteousness grow fast in winter, whose cold blasts and blusters do not so much blow out,
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very low it was when five horses were as all the multitude of Israel, and yet lower when they are brought down to the like number, who are the Charrets of Israel and the horsemen thereof.
very low it was when five Horses were as all the multitude of Israel, and yet lower when they Are brought down to the like number, who Are the Charets of Israel and the horsemen thereof.
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When Ministers with Paul, Act. 28. 31. may Preach not onely NONLATINALPHABET no man forbidding and hindring, but also NONLATINALPHABET, with all confidence and boldness, whilest Christian Magistrates command, maintain and countenance them in so doing.
When Ministers with Paul, Act. 28. 31. may Preach not only no man forbidding and hindering, but also, with all confidence and boldness, whilst Christian Magistrates command, maintain and countenance them in so doing.
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And Christian professors have the like vacancy and fre•dome, that they may be as good as they will for any thing which they meet with coming cross either from God or man. This freedome (I acknowledge) through our corruption and perversness may breed many hypocrites;
And Christian professors have the like vacancy and fre•dome, that they may be as good as they will for any thing which they meet with coming cross either from God or man. This freedom (I acknowledge) through our corruption and perverseness may breed many Hypocrites;
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yet it helpeth to nourish and cherish multitudes of sincere hearted Christians, as the same fair weather which makes bad weeds grow, helpeth more wholesome hearbs to flourish and multiply.
yet it Helpeth to nourish and cherish Multitudes of sincere hearted Christians, as the same fair weather which makes bad weeds grow, Helpeth more wholesome herbs to flourish and multiply.
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as the men of Israel, who had before hid themselves, when they heard that the Philistines fled, came forth and increased the hoste, 1 Sam. 14. 22. as afterward in Solomons reign,
as the men of Israel, who had before hid themselves, when they herd that the philistines fled, Come forth and increased the host, 1 Sam. 14. 22. as afterwards in Solomons Reign,
and the number of its Citizens so much increased, that it was from Dan to Beersheba, 1 King. 4. 24, 25. Churches are multiplyed first when their peace is setled.
and the number of its Citizens so much increased, that it was from Dan to Beersheba, 1 King. 4. 24, 25. Churches Are multiplied First when their peace is settled.
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And therefore all that I shall say for the Application of this, is in the word of the Psalmist; O pray for the peace of Jerusalem, and say, Peace be within thy wals,
And Therefore all that I shall say for the Application of this, is in the word of the Psalmist; Oh pray for the peace of Jerusalem, and say, Peace be within thy walls,
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and plenteousness within thy palaces, even plenty of all other blessings, and above all of blessed Beleevers, which then either do, or should increase and multiply;
and plenteousness within thy palaces, even plenty of all other blessings, and above all of blessed Believers, which then either do, or should increase and multiply;
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for whereas warre inlargeth the Territories of other Tyrants, a godly peace helpeth in a great measure to inlarge the Kingdome of the Prince of peace, therefore all the sons of peace pray for peace that the Gospel of peace may be all over preached,
for whereas war enlargeth the Territories of other Tyrants, a godly peace Helpeth in a great measure to enlarge the Kingdom of the Prince of peace, Therefore all the Sons of peace pray for peace that the Gospel of peace may be all over preached,
2. But that with their peace they may be also edified, for so in the Text it's said first they were edified, and then and thereupon it's added that they were multiplied; The true edification of the Church maketh much for the right and orderly multiplication of it.
2. But that with their peace they may be also edified, for so in the Text it's said First they were edified, and then and thereupon it's added that they were multiplied; The true edification of the Church makes much for the right and orderly multiplication of it.
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1. Whether we mean the edification of the whole Church, which was when the Ordinances of Christ are set and held up in power and purity, the word being purely preached, the Sacraments and other holy things of God duly dispensed and administred:
1. Whither we mean the edification of the Whole Church, which was when the Ordinances of christ Are Set and held up in power and purity, the word being purely preached, the Sacraments and other holy things of God duly dispensed and administered:
For as when God had at first created, and set all creatures in their severall rankes and orders, He then said, Increase and multiply, Gen. 1. 22. So when all things in his house are duely ordered,
For as when God had At First created, and Set all creatures in their several ranks and order, He then said, Increase and multiply, Gen. 1. 22. So when all things in his house Are duly ordered,
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and the mariage furnished with guests, Matth. 22. 10. So it was in the first preaching of the Gospel, there went out Jerusalem and all Judea, and all the Regions about to John Baptist, and in that crowd the Kingdome of Heaven suffered violence,
and the marriage furnished with guests, Matthew 22. 10. So it was in the First preaching of the Gospel, there went out Jerusalem and all Judea, and all the Regions about to John Baptist, and in that crowd the Kingdom of Heaven suffered violence,
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and afterward Christ said that when He should be lifted up (as on the Cross, so in the ministry of the Gospel) He would draw all men unto him, which was fully made good in that wonderfull confluence of numberless numbers of Beleevers, which all the world over,
and afterwards christ said that when He should be lifted up (as on the Cross, so in the Ministry of the Gospel) He would draw all men unto him, which was Fully made good in that wonderful confluence of numberless numbers of Believers, which all the world over,
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even upon the swords point, crowded in to Christ and to martyrdome together, when once in the ministry of the Gospel He was lifted up as an Ensigne, to this our Shiloh were then the gatherings of the people, as of Souldiers to the colours of the Captain of their Salvation.
even upon the swords point, crowded in to christ and to martyrdom together, when once in the Ministry of the Gospel He was lifted up as an Ensign, to this our Shiloh were then the gatherings of the people, as of Soldiers to the colours of the Captain of their Salvation.
Peters net was then full, and he taketh 153 great fishes at one draught, nay some thousands of Souls at one Sermon; when Ordinances were rightly dispensed.
Peter's net was then full, and he Takes 153 great Fish At one draught, nay Some thousands of Souls At one Sermon; when Ordinances were rightly dispensed.
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and coming on to Christ in those few, the NONLATINALPHABET have been of another way, Multitudes have been and are the badge of Mahomets heard, and the Popes Synagogue,
and coming on to christ in those few, the have been of Another Way, Multitudes have been and Are the badge of Mahomets herd, and the Popes Synagogue,
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And therefore the greater is our sin, and matter of our moan, and should be of all our cares and endevours, especially of such with whom God hath betrusted the care of his Church and People, that his house may once be built,
And Therefore the greater is our since, and matter of our moan, and should be of all our Cares and endeavours, especially of such with whom God hath betrusted the care of his Church and People, that his house may once be built,
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For as it is their duty, so it will be their care and indevour with Peter, when converted, to strengthen their brethren, and when they themselves are once edified and built upon Christ, to do what they can (as we heard out of 1 Thes. 5. 11.) mutually to edify one another,
For as it is their duty, so it will be their care and endeavour with Peter, when converted, to strengthen their brothers, and when they themselves Are once edified and built upon christ, to do what they can (as we herd out of 1 Thebes 5. 11.) mutually to edify one Another,
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but also to draw on others to the building, as in the place of Isaiah 2. when all Nations are promised to flow to the house of the Lord, v. 2. it is added v. 3. And many people shall go,
but also to draw on Others to the building, as in the place of Isaiah 2. when all nations Are promised to flow to the house of the Lord, v. 2. it is added v. 3. And many people shall go,
those two Tribes being in the utmost Coasts, and so at a far distance from the Ark and Temple, shall yet through their own pains and diligence in coming to it, by their example, invite and shew others that dwell nearer to do the like,
those two Tribes being in the utmost Coasts, and so At a Far distance from the Ark and Temple, shall yet through their own pains and diligence in coming to it, by their Exampl, invite and show Others that dwell nearer to do the like,
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and Paul foretold that after his departure Seducers would be studious to speak perverse things, to draw away Disciples after them, and what Quoy-ducks Jesuites and other Popish Emissaries now are,
and Paul foretold that After his departure Seducers would be studious to speak perverse things, to draw away Disciples After them, and what Quoy-ducks Jesuits and other Popish Emissaries now Are,
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But all that they do is only to fill the Synagogue of Satan by the emptying (what they can) the Church of Christ; O that we might once prove as wise and faithfull and diligent for God and Christ, as they are for Satan and Antichrist, that by building up our selves,
But all that they do is only to fill the Synagogue of Satan by the emptying (what they can) the Church of christ; Oh that we might once prove as wise and faithful and diligent for God and christ, as they Are for Satan and Antichrist, that by building up our selves,
1. To the peace they had, as the happy fruit of it: having rest they walked in the fear of the Lord, &c. 2. Or to their edification and multiplication, as the cause or means of them;
1. To the peace they had, as the happy fruit of it: having rest they walked in the Fear of the Lord, etc. 2. Or to their edification and multiplication, as the cause or means of them;
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1. Our duty, viz. that upon our injoying of peace and rest, we then especially (then if ever, then more then ever) should labour to walk in the fear of the Lord,
1. Our duty, viz. that upon our enjoying of peace and rest, we then especially (then if ever, then more then ever) should labour to walk in the Fear of the Lord,
2. An effectual argument to inforce it, because thus doing will be the most effectual way and means to have the Churches of Christ edified and multiplyed.
2. an effectual argument to enforce it, Because thus doing will be the most effectual Way and means to have the Churches of christ edified and multiplied.
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And here I shall not need by way of explication to hint, that 1. By walking is meant their diligent and constant practise and course of life. 2. And by Gods fear,
And Here I shall not need by Way of explication to hint, that 1. By walking is meant their diligent and constant practice and course of life. 2. And by God's Fear,
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Primarily and most properly is meant that sanctified affection or sanctifying grace, both in the habit and act of it, whereby out of a filial and ingenuous awfulness, we are afraid to offend God by sinning against him.
Primarily and most properly is meant that sanctified affection or sanctifying grace, both in the habit and act of it, whereby out of a filial and ingenuous awfulness, we Are afraid to offend God by sinning against him.
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So that this their walking in the fear of the Lord, was their diligent and constant course of obedience and service, out of an awfull and reverential respect to him,
So that this their walking in the Fear of the Lord, was their diligent and constant course of Obedience and service, out of an awful and reverential respect to him,
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nay more love then fear, and so, they who are said to fear God, Psal. 145. 19. are in the 20th verse immediately following styled such as love him. To have fear and joy meet is a riddle to a carnal heart,
nay more love then Fear, and so, they who Are said to Fear God, Psalm 145. 19. Are in the 20th verse immediately following styled such as love him. To have Fear and joy meet is a riddle to a carnal heart,
And especially upon the receipt of any greater mercy, as at the Resurrection of our Saviour, it is said of the two Maries, that they departed from the Sepulchre with fear and great joy. Matth. 28. 8. So in any other kinde of Resurrection, wherein God pleaseth to raise us (as it were) from the grave, such a sweet mixture of those seemingly contrary graces should be felt in our hearts, and expressed in our carriages;
And especially upon the receipt of any greater mercy, as At the Resurrection of our Saviour, it is said of the two Mary's, that they departed from the Sepulchre with Fear and great joy. Matthew 28. 8. So in any other kind of Resurrection, wherein God Pleases to raise us (as it were) from the grave, such a sweet mixture of those seemingly contrary graces should be felt in our hearts, and expressed in our carriages;
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so as at the same time to rejoyce in his goodness, Nehe. 9. 25. & yet to fear him and his goodness, Hos. 3. 5. Slavish spirits may fear his greatness, but a good heart will fear him for his goodness, will fear when inlarged, Isa. 60. 5. and with such a Systole and Diastole doth it breathe and live.
so as At the same time to rejoice in his Goodness, Neh 9. 25. & yet to Fear him and his Goodness, Hos. 3. 5. Slavish spirits may Fear his greatness, but a good heart will Fear him for his Goodness, will Fear when enlarged, Isaiah 60. 5. and with such a Systole and Diastole does it breathe and live.
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And now Israel what doth the Lord thy God require of thee, but to fear the Lord thy God &c. Deut. 10. 12. and which a soul truly subjected to Christ doth most freely pay, from mercy takes an argument of fear, There is forgiveness with thee, that thou mayest be feared, Psal. 130. 4. it saith, Let us fear the Lord who giveth unto us rain,
And now Israel what does the Lord thy God require of thee, but to Fear the Lord thy God etc. Deuteronomy 10. 12. and which a soul truly subjected to christ does most freely pay, from mercy Takes an argument of Fear, There is forgiveness with thee, that thou Mayest be feared, Psalm 130. 4. it Says, Let us Fear the Lord who gives unto us rain,
and fear's him for peace, as in a peaceable Solomons reign, when the mountains shall bring peace to the people, Psal. 72. 3. and so you might think to find them most secure, it is added, that they shall fear him as long as the Sun and Moon indure, v. 5. the less that in their peace they fear their enemies, the more they fear their peaceable King.
and fear's him for peace, as in a peaceable Solomons Reign, when the Mountains shall bring peace to the people, Psalm 72. 3. and so you might think to find them most secure, it is added, that they shall Fear him as long as the Sun and Moon endure, v. 5. the less that in their peace they Fear their enemies, the more they Fear their peaceable King.
That in Solomon as a type, fore-prophesied what should be under the more peaceable government of Jesus Christ: and in this Text that prophecy was fulfilled,
That in Solomon as a type, Fore prophesied what should be under the more peaceable government of jesus christ: and in this Text that prophecy was fulfilled,
But you will say, Is fear consistent with the security of peace? or rather is it not an aguish distemper to stand quaking and trembling in the Summers warm Sunshine? The Psalmist saith when the Sea-man when he is tossed and reeleth to and fro,
But you will say, Is Fear consistent with the security of peace? or rather is it not an aguish distemper to stand quaking and trembling in the Summer's warm Sunshine? The Psalmist Says when the Seaman when he is tossed and reels to and from,
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It is so indeed, to do so out of a slavish or unbelieving distraction or despondency, which yet the best of Gods servants are sometimes overtaken with,
It is so indeed, to do so out of a slavish or unbelieving distraction or despondency, which yet the best of God's Servants Are sometime overtaken with,
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But the latter abideth, yea is perfected in heaven, and so is both of in via and in Patria. I am sure both of them are (or at least should be) found in us whilest we are here in the way,
But the latter Abideth, yea is perfected in heaven, and so is both of in via and in Patria. I am sure both of them Are (or At least should be) found in us whilst we Are Here in the Way,
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and that not only in the foulest, but even in the fairest plat of it, where we should not onely be afraid of Gods judgements, Psal. 119. 120. but also of his tenderest mercies, not only in the time of our danger and trouble,
and that not only in the Foulest, but even in the Fairest plate of it, where we should not only be afraid of God's Judgments, Psalm 119. 120. but also of his Tenderest Mercies, not only in the time of our danger and trouble,
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First in time of peace, we have need to walk, and to go armed with Gods fear, not onely because of fear in the night, but also by reason of the danger of the brightest day of prosperity and peace;
First in time of peace, we have need to walk, and to go armed with God's Fear, not only Because of Fear in the night, but also by reason of the danger of the Brightest day of Prosperity and peace;
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It is true, that through Go•s mercy ▪ with these Churches in the Text, we have attained to some measure of rest from some of our former troubles which we conflicted with in the height and heat of our former wars;
It is true, that through Go•s mercy ▪ with these Churches in the Text, we have attained to Some measure of rest from Some of our former Troubles which we conflicted with in the height and heat of our former wars;
but yet Fortunam reverenter habe, me thinks may yet be to us a good Memento. For as for your City, the very sad fires which have so frequently broken out of late, may warn you that all the sparks of Gods displeasure are not quite extinguished,
but yet Fortunam Reverenter habe, me thinks may yet be to us a good Memento. For as for your city, the very sad fires which have so frequently broken out of late, may warn you that all the sparks of God's displeasure Are not quite extinguished,
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And for the whole land, were we more setled then we are, we are not as yet arrived at that everlasting rest, which shall never be disturbed or interrupted.
And for the Whole land, were we more settled then we Are, we Are not as yet arrived At that everlasting rest, which shall never be disturbed or interrupted.
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At best, whilest we are here in this lower Region, clouds may return after rain, one misery and mischief after another; yea after the brightest Sunshine.
At best, whilst we Are Here in this lower Region, Clouds may return After rain, one misery and mischief After Another; yea After the Brightest Sunshine.
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for at that time of the day, God rained down fire and brimstone on Sodom and Gomorrah, Gen. 19. 23, 24. And all this may be the more possible, if not probable: Because,
for At that time of the day, God reigned down fire and brimstone on Sodom and Gomorrah, Gen. 19. 23, 24. And all this may be the more possible, if not probable: Because,
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Hic Davus perturbat omnia, as it is well observed by one upon Hos. 1. 1. that in the time of Jeroboam the second when Israel or the ten Tribes were then in the most flourishing outward condition,
Hic Davus perturbat omnia, as it is well observed by one upon Hos. 1. 1. that in the time of Jeroboam the second when Israel or the ten Tribes were then in the most flourishing outward condition,
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and yet how outwardly prosperous for the present he and his times were, their story will inform you, 2 Kin. 14. 23. ad finem. And shall we (as the Scriptures phrase is) forsake the fear of the Lord? Upon it, the Lord may yet so forsake us, that our awlesse, fearlesse miscarriages may produce most fearful miscarriages in our greatest concernments.
and yet how outwardly prosperous for the present he and his times were, their story will inform you, 2 Kin. 14. 23. ad finem. And shall we (as the Scriptures phrase is) forsake the Fear of the Lord? Upon it, the Lord may yet so forsake us, that our awless, fearless miscarriages may produce most fearful miscarriages in our greatest concernments.
However for the present it may be with us, yet let us not say with Agag, that the bitternesse of death is past, and then take heart the more bitterly to provoke God: for the bitterest of the cup may yet be behind in the bottom.
However for the present it may be with us, yet let us not say with Agag, that the bitterness of death is past, and then take heart the more bitterly to provoke God: for the Bitterest of the cup may yet be behind in the bottom.
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As the man after a vein opened, at the turning of the blood is most subject to sink down into a swoon, so we into sin upon the return and our injoyment of a lost mercy.
As the man After a vein opened, At the turning of the blood is most Subject to sink down into a swoon, so we into since upon the return and our enjoyment of a lost mercy.
Loose upon liberty When the prison door is set open, and we got out of the deep miry lane, between the inclosures of the thorn hedges (which kept us from starting out) into the open Common;
Lose upon liberty When the prison door is Set open, and we god out of the deep miry lane, between the enclosures of the thorn hedges (which kept us from starting out) into the open Common;
Rehoboam as soon as ever he felt his own legg•, and could stand on them, forsook God, as it's remarkably expressed, 2 Chron. 12. 1. and even Hezekiah himself did not make such a return as might have well beseemed him, 2 Chron. 32 25.
Rehoboam as soon as ever he felt his own legg•, and could stand on them, forsook God, as it's remarkably expressed, 2 Chronicles 12. 1. and even Hezekiah himself did not make such a return as might have well beseemed him, 2 Chronicles 32 25.
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then to be without both fear and care, as they of Laish, Judg. 18. 7. Babylon, Isa. 47. 8. and Nineveh, Zeph. 2. 25. in their peace and prosperity are all of them said to dwell carelesly; Feasting without fear, Jude v. 12. otherwise then we heard Job did.
then to be without both Fear and care, as they of Laish, Judges 18. 7. Babylon, Isaiah 47. 8. and Nineveh, Zephaniah 2. 25. in their peace and Prosperity Are all of them said to dwell carelessly; Feasting without Fear, U^de v. 12. otherwise then we herd Job did.
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Because they have not changes, therefore they fear not God, Psal. 55. 19. Yet they fear not God, so we have it in the Margin, which implyeth their Duty, that then they should most of all have feared God. But our translators read it, Therefore they feared not God, which sheweth their pract•se,
Because they have not changes, Therefore they Fear not God, Psalm 55. 19. Yet they Fear not God, so we have it in the Margin, which Implies their Duty, that then they should most of all have feared God. But our translators read it, Therefore they feared not God, which shows their pract•se,
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2. Worldly: as the man recovering from a sicknesse often groweth greedy, so the returned Jews, when at quiet in their own houses so wholely minded them, that they neglected Gods; which is notoriously our sin for the present, now that we are a little thrust out of the storm at sea into the haven, we are so earnest to make our own markets, that God and Religion, (and I wish none else) are very great losers.
2. Worldly: as the man recovering from a sickness often grows greedy, so the returned jews, when At quiet in their own houses so wholly minded them, that they neglected God's; which is notoriously our since for the present, now that we Are a little thrust out of the storm At sea into the Haven, we Are so earnest to make our own Markets, that God and Religion, (and I wish none Else) Are very great losers.
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3. Nay proud and petulant, in our carriage towards men, yea and God too. This Nehemiah in his prayer complaineth of, that after they had rest, they did evill;
3. Nay proud and petulant, in our carriage towards men, yea and God too. This Nehemiah in his prayer Complaineth of, that After they had rest, they did evil;
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and Moses before makes it his complaint of the same people, that even Jeshurun (which signifieth an upright people) when waxed fat, kicked, alluding in the sense,
and Moses before makes it his complaint of the same people, that even Jeshurun (which signifies an upright people) when waxed fat, Kicked, alluding in the sense,
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Like Aeneas Sylvius when chosen Pope was called Pius 2. who before he was made Pope was very strong and earnest for the Councels authority and preheminency over the Pope, but when Pope once, he was as much against it, which gave some occasion to say that Pius negavit, quod Aeneas probaverat.
Like Aeneas Sylvius when chosen Pope was called Pius 2. who before he was made Pope was very strong and earnest for the Counsels Authority and Preeminence over the Pope, but when Pope once, he was as much against it, which gave Some occasion to say that Pius negavit, quod Aeneas probaverat.
or impendentis, as Tully expresseth it, NONLATINALPHABET, as Aristotle defineth it, then according to all those expressions, in greatest peace, we have greatest need of this holy fear:
or impendentis, as Tully Expresses it,, as Aristotle defineth it, then according to all those expressions, in greatest peace, we have greatest need of this holy Fear:
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As the good thief said unto the bad, Dost not even thou fear God? when he was now upon the crosse, Luke 23. 40. A sl•v•sh fear in such a case may aw us,
As the good thief said unto the bad, Dost not even thou Fear God? when he was now upon the cross, Lycia 23. 40. A sl•v•sh Fear in such a case may aw us,
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and this onely from self love, out of which principle the Indians serve the D•vil, Ne noceat: But it is the love of God that constraineth us out of ingenuity to fear to offend him,
and this only from self love, out of which principle the Indians serve the D•vil, Ne noceat: But it is the love of God that constrains us out of ingenuity to Fear to offend him,
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This, this is that wch they call Timor filialis, Amicalis, Castus, and as Valentia styleth it, Gratus, quo Beneficiatus timet offendere Benefacientem.
This, this is that which they call Timor filialis, Amicalis, Chaste, and as Valentia styleth it, gratus, quo Beneficiatus timet offendere Benefacientem.
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and doth most awfully Reverence God, ex intuitu amoris, & divinae perfectionis, from consideration of his infinite perfection in him self, and bounty to us.
and does most awfully reverence God, ex intuitu amoris, & Divinae perfectionis, from consideration of his infinite perfection in him self, and bounty to us.
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And therefore seeing we are now upon this tryall, it concerneth us much to look to it how we acquit our selves, that now in this time of our peace, the lesse that we fear man, the more we fear God, so as to receive this mercy with a trembling hand,
And Therefore seeing we Are now upon this trial, it concerns us much to look to it how we acquit our selves, that now in this time of our peace, the less that we Fear man, the more we Fear God, so as to receive this mercy with a trembling hand,
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2. We may in some measure answer to what is alwayes found in God, and in such like dispensations, viz. That there is greatest awfulnesse in his smiles; and His is a dread when a most serene Majesty.
2. We may in Some measure answer to what is always found in God, and in such like dispensations, viz. That there is greatest awfulness in his smiles; and His is a dread when a most serene Majesty.
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He never more kindly humbleth and aweth the creature, then when he draweth nearest to it, in a way of mercy ▪ So the Angels in heaven cover their faces,
He never more kindly Humbleth and aweth the creature, then when he draws nearest to it, in a Way of mercy ▪ So the Angels in heaven cover their faces,
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and the penitent sinner is never more low and lowly on his knee, then when he prostrateth himself at the throne of grace, and God holdeth out to him the golden scepter: God did so to Abraham, in his ready granting his petitions and then Abraham in his own eyes was dust and ashes, Genesis 18. 27.
and the penitent sinner is never more low and lowly on his knee, then when he prostrateth himself At the throne of grace, and God holds out to him the golden sceptre: God did so to Abraham, in his ready granting his petitions and then Abraham in his own eyes was dust and Ashes, Genesis 18. 27.
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Which fitly leadeth me to the second part of this point, which was, that this walking in the fear of God in time of peace, will be a speciall meanes of both edifying and multiplying the Churches of Christ, as it was here in the Text, wch affordeth two other arguments more strongly to inforce this duty.
Which fitly leads me to the second part of this point, which was, that this walking in the Fear of God in time of peace, will be a special means of both edifying and multiplying the Churches of christ, as it was Here in the Text, which affords two other Arguments more strongly to enforce this duty.
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For so Noah moved with fear built an Ark, Heb. 11. 7. And Nehemiah who was famous for building up Jerusalems wall, was as eminent in Gods fear Chap. 5. 9. 15. and the like we read, Acts 13. 16. That those that feared God gave audience to his word.
For so Noah moved with Fear built an Ark, Hebrew 11. 7. And Nehemiah who was famous for building up Jerusalems wall, was as eminent in God's Fear Chap. 5. 9. 15. and the like we read, Acts 13. 16. That those that feared God gave audience to his word.
2. Or of the particular members of the Church in grace and holinesse, whilest they serve God acceptably, with reverence and godly fear, Heb. 12. 28. and not only work out their own salvation with for and trembling, Phil. 2. 12. but also do as much for others, even save them with fear, plucking them out of the fire, Jud. 23. and thus by these means the Churches of God being edified,
2. Or of the particular members of the Church in grace and holiness, whilst they serve God acceptably, with Reverence and godly Fear, Hebrew 12. 28. and not only work out their own salvation with for and trembling, Philip 2. 12. but also do as much for Others, even save them with Fear, plucking them out of the fire, Jud. 23. and thus by these means the Churches of God being edified,
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because the abundance of the sea shall be converted to thee, and the forces of the Gentiles shal come unto thee, expressing the great confluence of people to the Church upon the preaching of the Gospel,
Because the abundance of the sea shall be converted to thee, and the forces of the Gentiles shall come unto thee, expressing the great confluence of people to the Church upon the preaching of the Gospel,
And partly by our holy examples (as the Apostle speaketh of Christian women) winning them to God, whilest they behold our chast conversation coupled with fear.
And partly by our holy Examples (as the Apostle speaks of Christian women) winning them to God, whilst they behold our chaste Conversation coupled with Fear.
Whereas on the contrary, our fearfull impieties fright away strangers from our communion, are an offence to Jewes and Gentiles, as well as to the Church of God. The abominable practises of Christians are a stumbling block in the way to Jews and Turks, and Infidels without,
Whereas on the contrary, our fearful impieties fright away Strangers from our communion, Are an offence to Jews and Gentiles, as well as to the Church of God. The abominable practises of Christians Are a stumbling block in the Way to jews and Turks, and Infidels without,
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but how much more sadly should it now be lamented by us, when it is the effect of our most unworthy walking in these times of rest and peace? we have rest,
but how much more sadly should it now be lamented by us, when it is the Effect of our most unworthy walking in these times of rest and peace? we have rest,
Indulsisti Genti Domine, indulsisti genti, nunquid glorificatus es? So the Vulgar readeth that in Isai. 26. 15. He said it of that Nation, and we may as fitly apply it to ours.
Indulsisti Genti Domine, indulsisti genti, Whether glorificatus es? So the vulgar readeth that in Isaiah 26. 15. He said it of that nation, and we may as fitly apply it to ours.
but nunquid glorificatus es? art thou thereby glorified? Nay, gravatus es, as Piscator readeth it, (and the word NONLATINALPHABET there used will bear it) Lord, thou art burdened, and pressed by our sins, as the cart is with sheaves.
but Whether glorificatus es? art thou thereby glorified? Nay, gravatus es, as Piscator readeth it, (and the word there used will bear it) Lord, thou art burdened, and pressed by our Sins, as the cart is with sheaves.
and reserveth to us the appointed weeks of the harvest, that establisheth peace in our borders, &c. Psal. 147. 13, 14. And therefore the lesse that we fear man, the more let us now reverence and fear God.
and reserveth to us the appointed weeks of the harvest, that Establisheth peace in our borders, etc. Psalm 147. 13, 14. And Therefore the less that we Fear man, the more let us now Reverence and Fear God.
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No, but our greater plenty serveth us the more to fulfill our lusts, and occasioneth even our murmurings at his overflowing bounty, which may constrain him to bring us to a low ebb in the turning of the tide, that we may be punished with scarcity, who rest not satisfied with his plenty,
No, but our greater plenty serves us the more to fulfil our Lustiest, and occasioneth even our murmurings At his overflowing bounty, which may constrain him to bring us to a low ebb in the turning of the tide, that we may be punished with scarcity, who rest not satisfied with his plenty,
Such a requitall this is, as if any in the time of our former straits should have told us that we would make, in case God should deliver us, we should have been ready to spit in his face,
Such a requital this is, as if any in the time of our former straits should have told us that we would make, in case God should deliver us, we should have been ready to spit in his face,
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and defied both him and it, with Hazaels words, but are we dogs that we should do these things? But it appeareth now that our hearts are dec•itfull above all things, and desperately wicked, we did not know them, nor that bottomlesse depth of abominable wickednesse that was in them:
and defied both him and it, with Hazaels words, but Are we Dogs that we should do these things? But it appears now that our hearts Are dec•itfull above all things, and desperately wicked, we did not know them, nor that bottomless depth of abominable wickedness that was in them:
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Well, but our sin hath found us out, or rather God hath found it out, and that to be very hatefull. He hath discovered to us as the most base and unworthy ingratitude and disingenuity of our Spirits,
Well, but our since hath found us out, or rather God hath found it out, and that to be very hateful. He hath discovered to us as the most base and unworthy ingratitude and disingenuity of our Spirits,
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as Austine observeth, quae solit corruptos hominum mores bello emendare, &c. But both he and we find that war cannot mend us, and peace maketh us worse. O foolish people and unwise!
as Augustine observeth, Quae Sol it corruptos hominum mores bello emendare, etc. But both he and we find that war cannot mend us, and peace makes us Worse. O foolish people and unwise!
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Do we turn spiritual grace into wantonnesse, and temporall peace into rebellion? but what in the close of all will come of this? or as the Prophet said, What shall we do in the end of it? Unlesse we betimes bethink our selves and repent, will not God be provoked with the froward to deal frowardly?
Do we turn spiritual grace into wantonness, and temporal peace into rebellion? but what in the close of all will come of this? or as the Prophet said, What shall we do in the end of it? Unless we betimes bethink our selves and Repent, will not God be provoked with the froward to deal frowardly?
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nor doth God, (who giveth to all NONLATINALPHABET liberally) upbraid any, for often either asking or receiving, Jam. 1. 5. But yet such unworthy and base ingratitude doth inforce him,
nor does God, (who gives to all liberally) upbraid any, for often either asking or receiving, Jam. 1. 5. But yet such unworthy and base ingratitude does enforce him,
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and so he did often to Israel, and not onely to Baasha, 1 King. 16. 2. and Jeroboam, 1 Kings 14. 7, 8. and Saul, 2 Sam. 15. 17. but also to David himself, who was more ingenuous,
and so he did often to Israel, and not only to Baasha, 1 King. 16. 2. and Jeroboam, 1 Kings 14. 7, 8. and Saul, 2 Sam. 15. 17. but also to David himself, who was more ingenuous,
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and therefore such upbraiding of him could not but be very grievous, and yet He had it, 2 Sam. 12. 7, 8, 9. and when he so inculcateth his mercies & favours to Eli and his house,
and Therefore such upbraiding of him could not but be very grievous, and yet He had it, 2 Sam. 12. 7, 8, 9. and when he so inculcateth his Mercies & favours to Eli and his house,
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and aith Did I appear to the house of thy Father? and did I choose him out of all the tribes of Israel? and did I give him all the offerings? Every such question, especially so reiterated, Did I, and Did I,
and aith Did I appear to the house of thy Father? and did I choose him out of all the tribes of Israel? and did I give him all the offerings? Every such question, especially so reiterated, Did I, and Did I,
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And may not God more often, and more sadly repeat over and over the same or like words to us of this Nation? But did I not in answer to the Martyrs prayers and hopes after the popery and persecution of those dayes, restore the Gospel once more agan to England, and gave peace and plenty with it?
And may not God more often, and more sadly repeat over and over the same or like words to us of this nation? But did I not in answer to the Martyrs Prayers and hope's After the popery and persecution of those days, restore the Gospel once more agan to England, and gave peace and plenty with it?
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And when in those changes your dangers grew greater, did I not make bare my arm in the sight of all Nations, to pluck you as brands out of the fire, and to reserve you to be a people,
And when in those changes your dangers grew greater, did I not make bore my arm in the sighed of all nations, to pluck you as brands out of the fire, and to reserve you to be a people,
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as the Lord said there to Eli, kicked at my sacrifice? trampled under foot all my holy Things, Truth, Worship, Ordinances, All? and do you murder, commit adulteoy, and swear falsly, &c. as though you were delivered to do all these abominations? And is this my requitall? As it's said of Abimelechs speech to Sarah, thus she was reproved.
as the Lord said there to Eli, Kicked At my sacrifice? trampled under foot all my holy Things, Truth, Worship, Ordinances, All? and do you murder, commit adulteoy, and swear falsely, etc. as though you were Delivered to do all these abominations? And is this my requital? As it's said of Abimelechs speech to Sarah, thus she was reproved.
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and all this, because that with our most unworthy carriage, we inforce God to upbraid us with his mercies, which an ingenuous Christian should blush at.
and all this, Because that with our most unworthy carriage, we enforce God to upbraid us with his Mercies, which an ingenuous Christian should blush At.
& this we may the rather fear, because the faithfull and true God hath in good earnest threatned it, that because they served him not for the abundance of all things, they should serve their enemies in hunger, and thirst, and nakedness,
& this we may the rather Fear, Because the faithful and true God hath in good earnest threatened it, that Because they served him not for the abundance of all things, they should serve their enemies in hunger, and thirst, and nakedness,
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and truly then, why may we not justly fear, because in this our peace and rest, we will not fear God, that worse times will come, in which we shall fear and feel something else which will be more uncomfortable? And to this purpose let me end this with these two conclusions.
and truly then, why may we not justly Fear, Because in this our peace and rest, we will not Fear God, that Worse times will come, in which we shall Fear and feel something Else which will be more uncomfortable? And to this purpose let me end this with these two conclusions.
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According to that of Austin, Homo time Deum, & minantem mundum ridebis: Man fear God, and then thou mayest laugh at a threatning of a persecuting world;
According to that of Austin, Homo time God, & minantem Mundum ridebis: Man Fear God, and then thou Mayest laugh At a threatening of a persecuting world;
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or if you will, according to that of Moses, Exod. 20. 20. When at Sinai it so terribly thundred and lightned, &c. He then saith to the People, Fear not, for God is come to prove you, that his fear may be before your face, that you sin not, as though he had said, Fear not other things that you may fear God, and fear but him and then you need not fear any thing else;
or if you will, according to that of Moses, Exod 20. 20. When At Sinai it so terribly thundered and lightened, etc. He then Says to the People, fear not, for God is come to prove you, that his Fear may be before your face, that you sin not, as though he had said, fear not other things that you may Fear God, and Fear but him and then you need not Fear any thing Else;
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It makes way for all the most fearfull evils, for by this daring impudence we inforce God to shew himself that he may assert his soveraignity which by such Braves is affronted.
It makes Way for all the most fearful evils, for by this daring impudence we enforce God to show himself that he may assert his sovereignty which by such Braves is affronted.
Which therefore should alarm and awaken us out of this supinity, and calleth loud upon us in the words of the Psalmist, Stand in awe and sin not; our wars have made us souldiers, and so less afraid of dangers from men,
Which Therefore should alarm and awaken us out of this supinity, and calls loud upon us in the words of the Psalmist, Stand in awe and since not; our wars have made us Soldiers, and so less afraid of dangers from men,
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and with these in the Text, let us walk in the fear of the Lord, for these favours vouchsafed and injoyed; for at the same time God is fearful in praises, as well for peace and deliverance vouchsafed to his people,
and with these in the Text, let us walk in the Fear of the Lord, for these favours vouchsafed and enjoyed; for At the same time God is fearful in praises, as well for peace and deliverance vouchsafed to his people,
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then when we receive most mercy from him, when we are most freed & loosed from the fears of men, we are then most ingaged and obliged to God: He well said, In magna fortuna, minima licentia est;
then when we receive most mercy from him, when we Are most freed & loosed from the fears of men, we Are then most engaged and obliged to God: He well said, In Magna fortuna, minima licentia est;
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we should not with the Disciples fear only when we are entring into the cloud, but it will be most ingenuous if we fear God most when we are got out of it:
we should not with the Disciples Fear only when we Are entering into the cloud, but it will be most ingenuous if we Fear God most when we Are god out of it:
If I be a Father, where is my honour? (saith God) and if I be a Master, (especially if so good a Master as thus to protect, deliver and maintain you) where is my fear? Servatus should be Servus, let every such birth of Gods goodness, be named Obed, i. e. a servant, a Gotteschalck, i. e.
If I be a Father, where is my honour? (Says God) and if I be a Master, (especially if so good a Master as thus to Pact, deliver and maintain you) where is my Fear? Servatus should be Servus, let every such birth of God's Goodness, be nam Obed, i. e. a servant, a Gotteschalck, i. e.
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a servant of God: Beneficium officium, let every mercy be an obligation to duty, and let every prodigal Son received into favour, make good Absaloms name, but not practise his Rebellion:
a servant of God: Beneficium officium, let every mercy be an obligation to duty, and let every prodigal Son received into favour, make good Absaloms name, but not practise his Rebellion:
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but when not worthy to be called a Son, let him desire his Father to make him NONLATINALPHABET one of his hired servants, not as a mercenary slave to serve for hire,
but when not worthy to be called a Son, let him desire his Father to make him one of his hired Servants, not as a mercenary slave to serve for hire,
on Gods part, so as that we may please him, and on ours, with an holy shamefacedness as the word is, to blush at the least unseemlyness and unworthiness; and with godly fear,
on God's part, so as that we may please him, and on ours, with an holy shamefacedness as the word is, to blush At the least unseemlyness and unworthiness; and with godly Fear,
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With a cautelous fear of losing and forfeiting that mercy we have received. But especially with an holy godly fear of offending that God who hath vouchsafed it.
With a cautelous Fear of losing and forfeiting that mercy we have received. But especially with an holy godly Fear of offending that God who hath vouchsafed it.
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1. When God in mercy giveth the one, he also addeth the other as 2 Chron. 32. 22. He did not only deliver Hezekiah and Jerusalem from their enemies, but it is also added, that He guided them on every side, Nor did he only bring up David out of the horrible pit,
1. When God in mercy gives the one, he also adds the other as 2 Chronicles 32. 22. He did not only deliver Hezekiah and Jerusalem from their enemies, but it is also added, that He guided them on every side, Nor did he only bring up David out of the horrible pit,
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and set his feet on a rock, but also then ordered his goings, Psal. 40. 2. Guiding mercy is as necessary as delivering mercy, to make the blessing complete,
and Set his feet on a rock, but also then ordered his goings, Psalm 40. 2. Guiding mercy is as necessary as delivering mercy, to make the blessing complete,
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So David when he prayeth that God would deliver him from the oppression of man, promiseth then to keep his precepts, Psal. 119. 134. and when God had kept his feet from falling, Psal. 116. 8. he will not stumble again more dangerously, (as sometimes after a recovery both we and our horses do) but he will then walk uprightly,
So David when he Prayeth that God would deliver him from the oppression of man, promises then to keep his Precepts, Psalm 119. 134. and when God had kept his feet from falling, Psalm 116. 8. he will not Stumble again more dangerously, (as sometime After a recovery both we and our Horses do) but he will then walk uprightly,
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and saying Is not this great Babel, &c. lest it prove a Babel indeed, and at last end in confusion: But He help us with David there to walk humbly and uprightly before God,
and saying Is not this great Babel, etc. lest it prove a Babel indeed, and At last end in confusion: But He help us with David there to walk humbly and uprightly before God,
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VVHich is the last particular to be observed in the Text, and is as the 2d effect of their peace, so the 2d cause or means of their being edified and multiplied:
Which is the last particular to be observed in the Text, and is as the 2d Effect of their peace, so the 2d cause or means of their being edified and multiplied:
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for so the right method is, God gave them rest, upon it, they walked as in the fear of the Lord, so also in the comfort of the holy Ghost, and so they happily came to be edified and multiplied: so that in handling of this, I shall much what follow the same order that I did in the former particular, and labour to declare,
for so the right method is, God gave them rest, upon it, they walked as in the Fear of the Lord, so also in the Comfort of the holy Ghost, and so they happily Come to be edified and multiplied: so that in handling of this, I shall much what follow the same order that I did in the former particular, and labour to declare,
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For the first the word in the Greek is, NONLATINALPHABET translated Comfort, answering to NONLATINALPHABET, a name given to the Holy Ghost, John 14 16. and there and elsewhere rendred by our Translators, Comforter. I acknowledge the word signifieth an exhorter, a pleader, or an Advocate, as well as a Comforter. And this word NONLATINALPHABET in the Text, in diverse places of the New Testament signifieth Exhortation, and accordingly some referring these words to the last word NONLATINALPHABET were multiplyed, make this the meaning of the whole, They were multiplied by the Admonition or Exhorting of the holy Ghost, i. e.
For the First the word in the Greek is, translated Comfort, answering to, a name given to the Holy Ghost, John 14 16. and there and elsewhere rendered by our Translators, Comforter. I acknowledge the word signifies an exhorter, a pleader, or an Advocate, as well as a Comforter. And this word in the Text, in diverse places of the New Testament signifies Exhortation, and accordingly Some referring these words to the last word were multiplied, make this the meaning of the Whole, They were multiplied by the Admonition or Exhorting of the holy Ghost, i. e.
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many were converted by the Apostles discharging their office and duty in Exhortation &c. to which they were designed by the coming of the holy Ghost the true Paraclete:
many were converted by the Apostles discharging their office and duty in Exhortation etc. to which they were designed by the coming of the holy Ghost the true Paraclete:
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which Paraphrase and Exposition holdeth forth a sober sense, but yet me thinks NONLATINALPHABET, is something too harshly translated, The exhortation of the holy Ghost.
which paraphrase and Exposition holds forth a Sobrium sense, but yet me thinks, is something too harshly translated, The exhortation of the holy Ghost.
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whereas if we read it as our Translators do, The Comfort of the holy Ghost, (in which sense the word NONLATINALPHABET is m•st commonly taken in the New Testament) it runn's more smoothly, and is understood more easily;
whereas if we read it as our Translators do, The Comfort of the holy Ghost, (in which sense the word is m•st commonly taken in the New Testament) it runn's more smoothly, and is understood more Easily;
This the Scripture elsewhere calleth the walking in the light of Gods countenance, as Psal. 89. 15, 16. Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound, they shall walk ô Lord in the light of thy countenance,
This the Scripture elsewhere calls the walking in the Light of God's countenance, as Psalm 89. 15, 16. Blessed is the people that know the joyful found, they shall walk o Lord in the Light of thy countenance,
By it we should be able to do as much in the darkest night, as Job saith, when Gods candle show upon his head, by his light he walked through darkness, Job 29. 3. but with how much more joy in God, when in a brighter day the Sun of righteousness shineth out in brighter beams of love and mercy? In outward peace, we should have inward joy, and spiritual comfort in temporal refreshments; and when in times of peace we may walk abroad at large we should have hearts inlarged to walk as in the fear of the Lord, so in the comfort of the holy Ghost.
By it we should be able to do as much in the Darkest night, as Job Says, when God's candle show upon his head, by his Light he walked through darkness, Job 29. 3. but with how much more joy in God, when in a Brighter day the Sun of righteousness shines out in Brighter beams of love and mercy? In outward peace, we should have inward joy, and spiritual Comfort in temporal refreshments; and when in times of peace we may walk abroad At large we should have hearts enlarged to walk as in the Fear of the Lord, so in the Comfort of the holy Ghost.
First, that this tcomfort may qualify that Fear, and characterize and evidence it to be the fear of God, when joyned with the peace and comfort and joy of the holy Ghost, a slavish fear hath torment, saith the Apostle, and therefore no joy,
First, that this tcomfort may qualify that fear, and characterise and evidence it to be the Fear of God, when joined with the peace and Comfort and joy of the holy Ghost, a slavish Fear hath torment, Says the Apostle, and Therefore no joy,
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Isa. 60. 5. in those happier days of the Church it is said, Thy heart shall fear, and be inlarged, when taken with a reverential awe and admiration of Gods wonderfull goodness,
Isaiah 60. 5. in those Happier days of the Church it is said, Thy heart shall Fear, and be enlarged, when taken with a reverential awe and admiration of God's wonderful Goodness,
Secondly, to answer, and to suite with our present peace, and so it proveth NONLATINALPHABET a duty in its season, which maketh every thing beautifull.
Secondly, to answer, and to suit with our present peace, and so it Proves a duty in its season, which makes every thing beautiful.
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but in the day of adversity consider, and as there is a time to weep, so there is a time to laugh, Eccles. 3. 4. And what time more fit for that then when God smiles? As it is said of the Jewes upon the restoring and settling of Jerusalems peace, That they rejoiced because God had made them to rejoice, Neh. 12. 43.
but in the day of adversity Consider, and as there is a time to weep, so there is a time to laugh, Eccles. 3. 4. And what time more fit for that then when God smiles? As it is said of the Jews upon the restoring and settling of Jerusalems peace, That they rejoiced Because God had made them to rejoice, Neh 12. 43.
The contrary hereunto is one kinde of taking Gods name in vain in crossing one of those ends, which he intendeth in bestowing such mercies, which is, that we should serve the Lord with joyfulnesse and gladnesse of heart,
The contrary hereunto is one kind of taking God's name in vain in crossing one of those ends, which he intends in bestowing such Mercies, which is, that we should serve the Lord with joyfulness and gladness of heart,
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for the abundance of all things, Deut. 28. 47. and to delight our selves in the abundance of peace, Psal. 37. 11. which being neglected, Gods end is frustrated,
for the abundance of all things, Deuteronomy 28. 47. and to delight our selves in the abundance of peace, Psalm 37. 11. which being neglected, God's end is frustrated,
And therefore it is, that there are so many and frequent commands of God to his people Israel to rejoice before him in their Festivals, and in every good thing which he gave them, Deut. 26. 11.
And Therefore it is, that there Are so many and frequent commands of God to his people Israel to rejoice before him in their Festivals, and in every good thing which he gave them, Deuteronomy 26. 11.
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NONLATINALPHABET, Deut. 16. 15. Thou shalt surely, or onely rejoice. Now this a sowre lowring either out of discontent or dejectednesse wholely frustrateth,
, Deuteronomy 16. 15. Thou shalt surely, or only rejoice. Now this a sour lowering either out of discontent or dejectedness wholly frustrateth,
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and takes out (as to us) the sweetnesse of Gods goodnesse, by the bitternesse of our spirits: For what good will a costly rich suite do on his back all whose bones are broken within? and although it be never so fair weather above head,
and Takes out (as to us) the sweetness of God's Goodness, by the bitterness of our spirits: For what good will a costly rich suit do on his back all whose bones Are broken within? and although it be never so fair weather above head,
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yet deep foul way will make but uncomfortable travelling, and therefore such uncomfortablenesse of spirit under such chearing providences is as sutable as a mourning suite on a marriage day, or fasting on a Festivall, or on a Lords day, in the esteem of the primitive Christians.
yet deep foul Way will make but uncomfortable traveling, and Therefore such uncomfortableness of Spirit under such cheering providences is as suitable as a mourning suit on a marriage day, or fasting on a Festival, or on a lords day, in the esteem of the primitive Christians.
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This Nehemiah forbad his people, and would have them be of good cheer on a good day, and told them that the joy of the Lord would be their strength, Neh. 8. 9, 10. God would have our hearts keep time with his hand, when there is peace without, would have a• answerable serenity within.
This Nehemiah forbade his people, and would have them be of good cheer on a good day, and told them that the joy of the Lord would be their strength, Neh 8. 9, 10. God would have our hearts keep time with his hand, when there is peace without, would have a• answerable serenity within.
and in some kindes and cases too much, (as we shall see more afterward in the application) we are very subject to make an idol of it (as Israel delivered from Egypt made a golden calf) and with them then to eat and drink and rise to play.
and in Some Kinds and cases too much, (as we shall see more afterwards in the application) we Are very Subject to make an idol of it (as Israel Delivered from Egypt made a golden calf) and with them then to eat and drink and rise to play.
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How easie a thing is it to over joy outward comforts, and to forget God by looking too much on his lovetokens? and so to spend and powr out our delight on the gift, that there is none left for the giver? as Nehemiah sadly complaineth of that people, that although they delighted themselvs in Gods great goodnesse, Nehem. 9. 25. yet they could not finde in their hearts to serve him in his great goodnesse, v. 35.
How easy a thing is it to over joy outward comforts, and to forget God by looking too much on his Lovetokens? and so to spend and power out our delight on the gift, that there is none left for the giver? as Nehemiah sadly Complaineth of that people, that although they delighted themselves in God's great Goodness, Nehemiah 9. 25. yet they could not find in their hearts to serve him in his great Goodness, v. 35.
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To what a blesed height and strength of grace hath that Christian attained, who can delight himself as much in God in more peaceable and prosperous times amidst all other delights,
To what a blessed height and strength of grace hath that Christian attained, who can delight himself as much in God in more peaceable and prosperous times amid all other delights,
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as he did in harder times, when he had nothing else but God to comfort him? That man lives much by faith, who by its hand can hang as much upon God in a promise,
as he did in harder times, when he had nothing Else but God to Comfort him? That man lives much by faith, who by its hand can hang as much upon God in a promise,
but still it was to be before the Lord, as the Apostle would have us to rejoice again and again, but ever in him, Phil. 4. 4. As another Apostle, when we are merry would have us sing Psalmes, to keep our hearts in an heavenly tune, Jam. 5. 13. And this lesson as hard as it is, these prime Scholars in Christs School had happily taken out, who could rejoice in God both notwithstanding all troubles,
but still it was to be before the Lord, as the Apostle would have us to rejoice again and again, but ever in him, Philip 4. 4. As Another Apostle, when we Are merry would have us sing Psalms, to keep our hearts in an heavenly tune, Jam. 5. 13. And this Lesson as hard as it is, these prime Scholars in Christ School had happily taken out, who could rejoice in God both notwithstanding all Troubles,
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So we finde them eating their meat with gladnesse, when under persecution, Acts 2. 46. and here walking in the comfort of the holy Ghost in the midst of all those other comforts which their peace and rest did afford them:
So we find them eating their meat with gladness, when under persecution, Acts 2. 46. and Here walking in the Comfort of the holy Ghost in the midst of all those other comforts which their peace and rest did afford them:
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Non inebriati sunt deliciis & terreno gaudio, sed freti Dei praesidio plus animi & fiduciae ad Deum glorificandum sumpserunt, as Calvin observeth upon the Text. They were not drunk with these outward contentments,
Non inebriati sunt delicious & terreno gaudio, sed freti Dei Praesidio plus animi & fiduciae ad God glorificandum sumpserunt, as calvin observeth upon the Text. They were not drunk with these outward contentment's,
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nor so immersed in the comforts which their peace brought them, but that this oyl of gladnesse, the grace and comfort of the holy Spirit, did still swim on the top of all,
nor so immersed in the comforts which their peace brought them, but that this oil of gladness, the grace and Comfort of the holy Spirit, did still swim on the top of all,
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The comfort of outward peace they thankfully received and made use of, but it was the comfort of the holy Ghost that they walked in; this was their way and walk, and the other but their viaticum; without this comfort, all other would have been to them as Jobs friends were to him, very miserable comforters; but thorns to choak the word,
The Comfort of outward peace they thankfully received and made use of, but it was the Comfort of the holy Ghost that they walked in; this was their Way and walk, and the other but their viaticum; without this Comfort, all other would have been to them as Jobs Friends were to him, very miserable Comforters; but thorns to choke the word,
As therefore sweetest honie stands in need of being clarified, so do our peace and sweetest outward contentments by these more spiritual and divine comforts and joyes of the holy Ghost, that our delight in them may be NONLATINALPHABET, more pure and limpid,
As Therefore Sweetest honey Stands in need of being clarified, so do our peace and Sweetest outward contentment's by these more spiritual and divine comforts and Joys of the holy Ghost, that our delight in them may be, more pure and limpid,
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not as crass earthy bodies to terminate our sight, but as transparent glasses to transmit to our eyes and hearts the light of Gods countenance in the face of Jesus Christ. This is right,
not as crass earthy bodies to terminate our sighed, but as transparent glasses to transmit to our eyes and hearts the Light of God's countenance in the face of jesus christ. This is right,
and so give thee peace. For these Reasons in our outward peace, we should walk in the comfort of the holy Ghost, which was the second thing propounded to our consideration in the handling of this Point.
and so give thee peace. For these Reasons in our outward peace, we should walk in the Comfort of the holy Ghost, which was the second thing propounded to our consideration in the handling of this Point.
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as we here finde in the Text, that upon their thus walking, they were edified and multiplied, and this will here also afford two arguments to inforce this duty.
as we Here find in the Text, that upon their thus walking, they were edified and multiplied, and this will Here also afford two Arguments to enforce this duty.
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a chearful spirit of our own bringeth life and strength to our own work, and proportionably the joy and comfort of Gods Spirit will help to make better riddance of his.
a cheerful Spirit of our own brings life and strength to our own work, and proportionably the joy and Comfort of God's Spirit will help to make better riddance of his.
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and Ilia ducit. Such an one waiting on the Lord reneweth his strength, and mounteth up with wings like an eagle (flyeth strongly and swiftly) runneth and is not weary, walkieth and doth not faint:
and Ilia Ducit. Such an one waiting on the Lord Reneweth his strength, and mounts up with wings like an Eagl (flies strongly and swiftly) Runneth and is not weary, walkieth and does not faint:
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or rather like the blessed Angels, who because they alwayes behold the face of God, in one sense (viz. in joy) behold it also in another, viz. As the eyes of a servant look to the hand of his Master, (as ready prest to do his commands) so they to mark the least intimations of Gods will,
or rather like the blessed Angels, who Because they always behold the face of God, in one sense (viz. in joy) behold it also in Another, viz. As the eyes of a servant look to the hand of his Master, (as ready pressed to do his commands) so they to mark the least intimations of God's will,
as it was Ezr. 3. 11. and so at last bring forth the top-stone of it with like shoutfull acclamations, crying, Grace, Grace to it, as we finde it, Zech. 4. 7. So then in that second Temple,
as it was Ezra 3. 11. and so At last bring forth the topstone of it with like shoutfull acclamations, crying, Grace, Grace to it, as we find it, Zechariah 4. 7. So then in that second Temple,
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as before the people were joyfull and glad of heart in the dedication of the first Temple, 1 Kin. 8. 66. as the joy of Jerusalem was heard afar off when the walls of it were afterward built up and finished, Nehem. 12. 43. Thus under the Law.
as before the people were joyful and glad of heart in the dedication of the First Temple, 1 Kin. 8. 66. as the joy of Jerusalem was herd afar off when the walls of it were afterwards built up and finished, Nehemiah 12. 43. Thus under the Law.
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And in the beginning of the Gospel they were these that here in the Text walked thus in the comfort of the holy Ghost, who were the first happy promulgers of it.
And in the beginning of the Gospel they were these that Here in the Text walked thus in the Comfort of the holy Ghost, who were the First happy promulgers of it.
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and more inlarged with the consolations of his Spirit then divers others, viz. That they may be in better case more effectually to comfort others, 2 Cor. 1. 4. and more ably to help up the house of God in the more lively dispensation of his Ordinances.
and more enlarged with the consolations of his Spirit then diverse Others, viz. That they may be in better case more effectually to Comfort Others, 2 Cor. 1. 4. and more ably to help up the house of God in the more lively Dispensation of his Ordinances.
so that if this part of the Churches edification consist in pulling down the old building and setting up the new, in our establishment and growth in grace,
so that if this part of the Churches edification consist in pulling down the old building and setting up the new, in our establishment and growth in grace,
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and mortification of sin, nothing more effectually conduceth to it then this joy and comfort. 1. Nothing more furthereth the mortification of sin, and corruption.
and mortification of since, nothing more effectually conduceth to it then this joy and Comfort. 1. Nothing more furthereth the mortification of since, and corruption.
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but this joy and comfort of the spirit doth more by its presenting us with the unconceiveable sweetness of Gods favour and grace, in Christ; as Paul when he had been wrapped up to heaven, was then most impatient of a thorn in the flesh, 2 Cor. 12. In heaven where there is all joy, there is no sin,
but this joy and Comfort of the Spirit does more by its presenting us with the unconceivable sweetness of God's favour and grace, in christ; as Paul when he had been wrapped up to heaven, was then most impatient of a thorn in the Flesh, 2 Cor. 12. In heaven where there is all joy, there is no since,
these spirituall comforts would so satisfie, yea swallow us up with delight in them, that we should not need the supply of any sensuall or sinfull contentments,
these spiritual comforts would so satisfy, yea swallow us up with delight in them, that we should not need the supply of any sensual or sinful contentment's,
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When a peaceable Solomon is setled on the Throne, all enemies are subdued, 1 King. 5. 4. and 9. 21. and never more than when we are setled and established in the peace of God, and the comfort of his Spirit, are our corruptions mortified
When a peaceable Solomon is settled on the Throne, all enemies Are subdued, 1 King. 5. 4. and 9. 21. and never more than when we Are settled and established in the peace of God, and the Comfort of his Spirit, Are our corruptions mortified
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2. Or our Graces confirmed and increased. The fruits of the spirit (saith the Apostle, Gal. 5. 22, 23.) are love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance:
2. Or our Graces confirmed and increased. The fruits of the Spirit (Says the Apostle, Gal. 5. 22, 23.) Are love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, Goodness, faith, meekness, temperance:
The sad Christian may, by reason of his watchfulness feldome do evill, but the cheerfull Christian, by reason of his activeness, usually doth the most good. When the Sun of righteousness thus ariseth on us with healing in his wings, we then go forth and grow as calves of the stall, Mal. 4. 2. not for wantonness, but for lively activity.
The sad Christian may, by reason of his watchfulness feldome do evil, but the cheerful Christian, by reason of his activeness, usually does the most good. When the Sun of righteousness thus arises on us with healing in his wings, we then go forth and grow as calves of the stall, Malachi 4. 2. not for wantonness, but for lively activity.
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and the more peace, and joy, and comfort of the Spirit that he hath, the more grace he hath, the good old man thriving well with so good a Nurse, the more fruit he beareth,
and the more peace, and joy, and Comfort of the Spirit that he hath, the more grace he hath, the good old man thriving well with so good a Nurse, the more fruit he bears,
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Which is the 3d part of the edification of the Church, it much helpeth us also to edifie others. For as in Nature, grief and sadness make's us heavy and listless to stirre abroad, it contract's the spirits whilest joy and cheerfulness dilate's them, and send's them out:
Which is the 3d part of the edification of the Church, it much Helpeth us also to edify Others. For as in Nature, grief and sadness make's us heavy and listless to stir abroad, it contract's the spirits whilst joy and cheerfulness dilate's them, and send's them out:
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so here, whilest the drooping sinner sitteth moping in a corner, and the sorrowfull Christian is retired in private with Ephraim bemoaning himself, and weeping over his own sins;
so Here, whilst the drooping sinner Sitteth moping in a corner, and the sorrowful Christian is retired in private with Ephraim bemoaning himself, and weeping over his own Sins;
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Thus David (as the choragus) with the voice of joy and praise, went in the head of the multitude that kept holy-day, Psal. 42. 4. like Nehemiah who had the Trumpeter with him,
Thus David (as the choragus) with the voice of joy and praise, went in the head of the multitude that kept holiday, Psalm 42. 4. like Nehemiah who had the Trumpeter with him,
never did Drum and Trumpet more animate the Souldier to fight, then a cheerfull Christian the rest of his company to Gods hardest and hottest services.
never did Drum and Trumpet more animate the Soldier to fight, then a cheerful Christian the rest of his company to God's Hardest and hottest services.
for so we finde here, that when they walked in this comfort, they were not only edified, but also multiplyed. It doth not onely much help and edify them who are already come in,
for so we find Here, that when they walked in this Comfort, they were not only edified, but also multiplied. It does not only much help and edify them who Are already come in,
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For whereas the uncomfortable droopings of Christians like the evil spies bring an evil report on the good land, and make strangers beleeve, that Gods Eden is a howling wilderness, and his Goshen a land of darkness, that there is no joy or comfort to be found in the ways of God, when they who walk in them finde,
For whereas the uncomfortable droopings of Christians like the evil spies bring an evil report on the good land, and make Strangers believe, that God's Eden is a howling Wilderness, and his Goshen a land of darkness, that there is no joy or Comfort to be found in the ways of God, when they who walk in them find,
hath in this way of his Grace setled me in peace, and filled my heart with joy unspeakable and full of glory (NONLATINALPHABET the word is) even with glorified joy;
hath in this Way of his Grace settled me in peace, and filled my heart with joy unspeakable and full of glory (the word is) even with glorified joy;
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Thus the spouse by so pathetically displaying her Beloveds love and loveliness, made the daughters of Jerusalem to enquire after him, that they might seek him with her:
Thus the spouse by so pathetically displaying her Beloveds love and loveliness, made the daughters of Jerusalem to inquire After him, that they might seek him with her:
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and what think you did those loud Proclamations made to all the world by Paul, and the other Apostles and Disciples, of the unsearchable riches of Christ, and the length, and breadth,
and what think you did those loud Proclamations made to all the world by Paul, and the other Apostles and Disciples, of the unsearchable riches of christ, and the length, and breadth,
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Whilest the spirit of fear and bondage in the ministery of the Law, contracted it into the narrow bounds of Palestina; the Gospel of peace, (when it was preached,
Whilst the Spirit of Fear and bondage in the Ministry of the Law, contracted it into the narrow bounds of Palestine; the Gospel of peace, (when it was preached,
and instead of a few Proselytes before, made all Nations Converts: How wonderfully ductile is this pure gold? how abundantly efficacious would the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ, shining out in the raised and inlarged hearts,
and instead of a few Proselytes before, made all nations Converts: How wonderfully ductile is this pure gold? how abundantly efficacious would the glory of God in the face of jesus christ, shining out in the raised and enlarged hearts,
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2. Our sin on the other hand is, that as at other times, so especially in times of peace and outward prosperity whilest we are jocund and pleasant, our joyes are carnal, and sensual.
2. Our since on the other hand is, that as At other times, so especially in times of peace and outward Prosperity whilst we Are jocund and pleasant, our Joys Are carnal, and sensual.
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And therefore our duty is, that then especially we labour to have them more spiritual, that if we then walk in comfort, we make sure that it be in the comfort of the holy Ghost.
And Therefore our duty is, that then especially we labour to have them more spiritual, that if we then walk in Comfort, we make sure that it be in the Comfort of the holy Ghost.
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First then the sin that too many of Gods people are to be humbled for is, that contrary to this lovely example in the Text, they do not walk comfortably,
First then the since that too many of God's people Are to be humbled for is, that contrary to this lovely Exampl in the Text, they do not walk comfortably,
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or in the comfort of the holy Ghost. They do indeed after a fashion walk in fear, but not in the fear of the Lord, but in such a fear as Damascen makes segnities & stupor to be the two parts of it, in a dejected stupid disconsolateness,
or in the Comfort of the holy Ghost. They do indeed After a fashion walk in Fear, but not in the Fear of the Lord, but in such a Fear as Damascene makes segnities & stupor to be the two parts of it, in a dejected stupid disconsolateness,
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as it useth to do to weak or soar eyes, They have such an aguish distemper upon them, that (as was said before) they stand shaking in a Summers Sunshine.
as it uses to do to weak or soar eyes, They have such an aguish distemper upon them, that (as was said before) they stand shaking in a Summer's Sunshine.
So that when God sendeth outward peace, and therewith also means and materials of inward refreshment, in stead of this walking in the comfort of Gods Spirit, they sit down in the most uncomfortable dejectedness of their own.
So that when God sends outward peace, and therewith also means and materials of inward refreshment, in stead of this walking in the Comfort of God's Spirit, they fit down in the most uncomfortable dejectedness of their own.
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Is God who was wont to love a cheerful giver, and to take pleasure in the prosperity of his servants, now become like those cruel Lords, which make their labourers groan out of the City? Or an Egyptian Taskmaster, to make his servants lives bitter with hard bondage? Is he become a wilderness, or a land of darkness: so barren that no pleasant sent grows on it,
Is God who was wont to love a cheerful giver, and to take pleasure in the Prosperity of his Servants, now become like those cruel lords, which make their labourers groan out of the city? Or an Egyptian Taskmaster, to make his Servants lives bitter with hard bondage? Is he become a Wilderness, or a land of darkness: so barren that no pleasant sent grows on it,
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and on their eyelids the very shadow of death? Or is his house, which used to be the beauty of holiness, and in which every one spake of his glory, become now a Trophonius's Den,
and on their eyelids the very shadow of death? Or is his house, which used to be the beauty of holiness, and in which every one spoke of his glory, become now a Trophonius's Den,
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after entrance into which we must never look for a smile more, nothing in it to be seen but melancholick sad dumps, nothing to be heard but wilderness howlings, in stead of Temple songs? for joyfull prayses,
After Entrance into which we must never look for a smile more, nothing in it to be seen but melancholic sad dumps, nothing to be herd but Wilderness howlings, in stead of Temple songs? for joyful praises,
and glorious triumphings in him, shall we only have uncomfortable bemonings of our selves, nay discontented complaints made to him, yea and it may be sometimes of him too? But (as Eliphaz said) are the consolations of God small to us:
and glorious triumphings in him, shall we only have uncomfortable bemoanings of our selves, nay discontented complaints made to him, yea and it may be sometime of him too? But (as Eliphaz said) Are the consolations of God small to us:
and the comforts of his Spirit not worth the looking after? are wisdomes wayes, all of which were wont to be pleasantness and peace, now turned quite out of that Rode? In a word, is the Spirit of God now become no more a Comforter, when his people are no more comfortable? Of such I desire this, that they would but consider, what folly and ingratitude this is,
and the comforts of his Spirit not worth the looking After? Are wisdoms ways, all of which were wont to be pleasantness and peace, now turned quite out of that Road? In a word, is the Spirit of God now become no more a Comforter, when his people Are no more comfortable? Of such I desire this, that they would but Consider, what folly and ingratitude this is,
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as though amidst all their sorrowes, (and many of them not of Gods, but of their own making) therewere no sweetnesse of God for either outward or inward man to be felt,
as though amid all their sorrows, (and many of them not of God's, but of their own making) therewere no sweetness of God for either outward or inward man to be felt,
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although we naturally are all, and alwayes, and onely evill, yet is God, are all, are any of his dispensations so too? Is hell broke loose upon earth, that our cup should be like that, Rev. 14. 10. NONLATINALPHABET, of the wine of the fierce wrath of God poured out (or mixed) without mixture, i. e.
although we naturally Are all, and always, and only evil, yet is God, Are all, Are any of his dispensations so too? Is hell broke lose upon earth, that our cup should be like that, Rev. 14. 10., of the wine of the fierce wrath of God poured out (or mixed) without mixture, i. e.
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so mixed with all sorts of most bitter and deadly ingredients, that withall there is no mixture of any thing that may any way allay it from being altogether or onely grievous and vexatious? In thy bitterest cup was there no mixture of some sweetnesse,
so mixed with all sorts of most bitter and deadly ingredients, that withal there is no mixture of any thing that may any Way allay it from being altogether or only grievous and vexatious? In thy Bitterest cup was there no mixture of Some sweetness,
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for which thou mayest well take the cup of salvation, and bless God? Was it wholely and onely bitter, that with more sowrness of spirit thou onely makest such a sowre face at it? Hezekiah could say of his NONLATINALPHABET It was bitter, bitter, very bitter, double bitter as his redoubled word expresseth it,
for which thou Mayest well take the cup of salvation, and bless God? Was it wholly and only bitter, that with more sourness of Spirit thou only Makest such a sour face At it? Hezekiah could say of his It was bitter, bitter, very bitter, double bitter as his redoubled word Expresses it,
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and in it, that as in a double word he had expressed the double bitternesse of that cup, Isa. 31. 16. So in sense of that intermixed sweetnesse he proportionably redoubleth his words of praise and thanksgiving:
and in it, that as in a double word he had expressed the double bitterness of that cup, Isaiah 31. 16. So in sense of that intermixed sweetness he proportionably redoubleth his words of praise and thanksgiving:
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yet this onely, if I have nothing else, is mercy that I live, and therefore I will with Hezekiah cry NONLATINALPHABET The living, the living shall praise thee, as I do this day.
yet this only, if I have nothing Else, is mercy that I live, and Therefore I will with Hezekiah cry The living, the living shall praise thee, as I do this day.
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I'ts ingratitude therefore, to be onely complaining, there is some sweetnesse certainly, nay unlesse thy palat were too much vitiated, thou wouldest taste a great deal,
It's ingratitude Therefore, to be only complaining, there is Some sweetness Certainly, nay unless thy palate were too much vitiated, thou Wouldst taste a great deal,
2. Or in case it should be onely and every way ill with thee, yet think here again, might it not have been worse? Hath God made such a way to his anger, as to let it all out upon thee, Psal. 78. 50. or rather is it not so with thee,
2. Or in case it should be only and every Way ill with thee, yet think Here again, might it not have been Worse? Hath God made such a Way to his anger, as to let it all out upon thee, Psalm 78. 50. or rather is it not so with thee,
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3. But if for all this, you will be onely on your sad thoughts, then I pray you, amongst many others of them, which will be worse and which your own discontented hearts invent and buble up, let me suggest these few, which it would be well if you would,
3. But if for all this, you will be only on your sad thoughts, then I pray you, among many Others of them, which will be Worse and which your own discontented hearts invent and bubble up, let me suggest these few, which it would be well if you would,
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3. Needlesly and fruitlesly, for which God will never thank you, but before he hath done with you, make you in a meeker way grieve over these distempered griefs.
3. Needlessly and fruitlessly, for which God will never thank you, but before he hath done with you, make you in a Meeker Way grieve over these distempered griefs.
We have the more cause seriously to think, and set on our Duty, and that the Apostle prescribeth us, Phil. 4. 4. to rejoyce in the Lord alwayes, and that alwayes includeth
We have the more cause seriously to think, and Set on our Duty, and that the Apostle prescribeth us, Philip 4. 4. to rejoice in the Lord always, and that always includeth
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But especially when God sendeth peace and prosperity, our hearts should keep time and tune with his hand, by rejoicing in his goodnesse, Neh. 9. 25. and by walking comfortably and cheerfully in the light of his countenance:
But especially when God sends peace and Prosperity, our hearts should keep time and tune with his hand, by rejoicing in his Goodness, Neh 9. 25. and by walking comfortably and cheerfully in the Light of his countenance:
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2. The badge of Gods, people according to that phrase of the Psalmist, The gladnesse of thy nation, Psal. 106. 4. 3. It proclaimeth to all the world, that we serve a good Master, and that there is no unrighteousness in him, Psal. 92. 14. that he is All-sufficient for our good;
2. The badge of God's, people according to that phrase of the Psalmist, The gladness of thy Nation, Psalm 106. 4. 3. It proclaims to all the world, that we serve a good Master, and that there is no unrighteousness in him, Psalm 92. 14. that he is All-sufficient for our good;
For he that in these things serveth Christ, is acceptable to God, and approved of men, saith the Apostle, Rom. 14. 18. And those things which he so commendeth, in the 17. v. immediatly going before you shall read to be righteousness and peace and joy in the holy Ghost.
For he that in these things serves christ, is acceptable to God, and approved of men, Says the Apostle, Rom. 14. 18. And those things which he so commends, in the 17. v. immediately going before you shall read to be righteousness and peace and joy in the holy Ghost.
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7. In which (he there saith) the kingdom of God consisteth most fully in the state of glory, where there is all joy and no grief, where David doth not groan, nor Hezekiah chatter, nor Peter weep bitterly. Sighs are then turned into Hallelujahs most fully (I say) in the kingdom of glory hereafter;
7. In which (he there Says) the Kingdom of God Consisteth most Fully in the state of glory, where there is all joy and no grief, where David does not groan, nor Hezekiah chatter, nor Peter weep bitterly. Sighs Are then turned into Hallelujahs most Fully (I say) in the Kingdom of glory hereafter;
But very comfortably, yea and gloriously now also in the estate of grace: where righteousnesse is the root, and peace the pleasant blossom, and joy the sweetest fruit.
But very comfortably, yea and gloriously now also in the estate of grace: where righteousness is the root, and peace the pleasant blossom, and joy the Sweetest fruit.
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Make we therefore sure of the first, that we begin with it, but rest not till we attain to the last, till we be possessed of all that which this blessed Kingdom consists in:
Make we Therefore sure of the First, that we begin with it, but rest not till we attain to the last, till we be possessed of all that which this blessed Kingdom consists in:
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why should not we as earnestly sue to God, and fight against all the powers of darknesse for the whole of ours? not onely for righteousnesse, but also for peace and joy in the holy Ghost? But here that last clause must especially be taken notice of,
why should not we as earnestly sue to God, and fight against all the Powers of darkness for the Whole of ours? not only for righteousness, but also for peace and joy in the holy Ghost? But Here that last clause must especially be taken notice of,
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for we live in too merry a world, in which although there be too little of the comfort and joy of the holy Ghost, yet there is too too much of other mirth and jollity.
for we live in too merry a world, in which although there be too little of the Comfort and joy of the holy Ghost, yet there is too too much of other mirth and jollity.
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Not onely kings and great ones can be merry in their Palaces, but even condemned malefactors can in their prisons sometimes make a desperate mad merriment and frollick immedidiatly before their execution,
Not only Kings and great ones can be merry in their Palaces, but even condemned malefactors can in their prisons sometime make a desperate mad merriment and frolic immedidiatly before their execution,
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as we see in the example of Belshazzar Dan. 5. and the rich Glutton in the Gospel, Luke 12. 91, 20. most joviall at their feasts the very same night that they were called to their last great reckoning. Particularly,
as we see in the Exampl of Belshazzar Dan. 5. and the rich Glutton in the Gospel, Lycia 12. 91, 20. most jovial At their feasts the very same night that they were called to their last great reckoning. Particularly,
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There is a feather-joy: as when two fools (who are used to be painted alwayes laughing) make themselves sport in blowing a feather from the one to the other;
There is a feather-joy: as when two Fools (who Are used to be painted always laughing) make themselves sport in blowing a feather from the one to the other;
so especially in the Universities, and this both in private meetings, and publick Schools, without which Sales, in this wanton age, all exercises a most are accounted insipid,
so especially in the Universities, and this both in private meetings, and public Schools, without which Sales, in this wanton age, all exercises a most Are accounted insipid,
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Do you in your consciences think that these vain jeasts and merriments have the least savour of the comfort of the holy Ghost, which these best Christians walked in? had their communications one with another been at the rate of these our vain and frothy jeastings, (the vying and bandying of which is like Solomons vanity tossed to and fro of those that seek death) they might have gathered company enough to them,
Do you in your Consciences think that these vain jests and merriments have the least savour of the Comfort of the holy Ghost, which these best Christians walked in? had their communications one with Another been At the rate of these our vain and frothy jeastings, (the vying and bandying of which is like Solomons vanity tossed to and from of those that seek death) they might have gathered company enough to them,
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There is a Tavern or more profane mirth, in drinking and roaring and revelling, and in stead of another Minstrell, David must be the song of the drunkards;
There is a Tavern or more profane mirth, in drinking and roaring and reveling, and in stead of Another Minstrel, David must be the song of the drunkards;
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unless they scoff and jear the wayes and servants of God (as Mr Greenham saith) the fools cannot tell how to be merry, and then the Devill is merry with them for company.
unless they scoff and jear the ways and Servants of God (as Mr Greenham Says) the Fools cannot tell how to be merry, and then the devil is merry with them for company.
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Then they will be off from their merry pinnes, and will find that this was very far from being the comfort of the holy Ghost, wherein and whereby that good Spirit and our comforter was grieved,
Then they will be off from their merry pins, and will find that this was very Far from being the Comfort of the holy Ghost, wherein and whereby that good Spirit and our comforter was grieved,
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as in this kind Esau comforted himself in his thoughts of revenge, Gen. 27. 42. The King of Israel was made glad with lyes, Hos. 7. 3. And when the Chaldeans could oppresse, it's said, that then they rejoiced and were glad, Hab. 1. 11. But as the Lord said of his peoples idolatries, Should I have comfort in these? Isa. 57. 6. So may such say to these their Idols,
as in this kind Esau comforted himself in his thoughts of revenge, Gen. 27. 42. The King of Israel was made glad with lies, Hos. 7. 3. And when the Chaldeans could oppress, it's said, that then they rejoiced and were glad, Hab. 1. 11. But as the Lord said of his peoples idolatries, Should I have Comfort in these? Isaiah 57. 6. So may such say to these their Idols,
or in Hell eternally? That was a smart expression of the Jesuite Cotton in one of his Epistles to Chamier. Non est mi Chamire, non est Salus, ruere in sempiternum interitum alacriter. It is no true mirth thus to go leaping merrily into hell.
or in Hell eternally? That was a smart expression of the Jesuit Cotton in one of his Epistles to Chamier. Non est mi Chamire, non est Salus, ruere in sempiternum Interitum alacriter. It is no true mirth thus to go leaping merrily into hell.
And then as Joab asked David, Why delightest thou in this thing? 2 Sam. 24. 3. canst thou give a good reason for it? Me thinks this is a very strong one against it.
And then as Joab asked David, Why delightest thou in this thing? 2 Sam. 24. 3. Canst thou give a good reason for it? Me thinks this is a very strong one against it.
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That in any thing, wherein God giveth thee leave to rejoyce and take comfort, thou not onely mayest, but thou oughtest before thy setting upon it to pray to him for a blessing upon it,
That in any thing, wherein God gives thee leave to rejoice and take Comfort, thou not only Mayest, but thou Ought before thy setting upon it to pray to him for a blessing upon it,
or rather by despitefully trampling upon it, to Commence Doctors of this mad Musick per saltum, to be sure it is no joy or comfort of the holy Ghost, which maketh a mock or scorn of holiness.
or rather by despitefully trampling upon it, to Commence Doctors of this mad Music per saltum, to be sure it is no joy or Comfort of the holy Ghost, which makes a mock or scorn of holiness.
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As we read of Amnons heart merry with wine, 2 Sam. 13. 28. As they in Amos 6. 5. with their Musick, and others with their wealth, Hab. 1. 15. The honours, pleasures,
As we read of Amnons heart merry with wine, 2 Sam. 13. 28. As they in Amos 6. 5. with their Music, and Others with their wealth, Hab. 1. 15. The honours, pleasures,
But are these the cordials which your hearts are strengthned and cheered with? is this the joy which (I do not say as you are Christians, but) as rational men you can take up with?
But Are these the cordials which your hearts Are strengthened and cheered with? is this the joy which (I do not say as you Are Christians, but) as rational men you can take up with?
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for what ever they are, let me further ask thee, art thou the man that art in case so much to rejoyce in them? for then I hope thou art sure that thy God is reconciled, thy sins pardoned, thy peace made.
for what ever they Are, let me further ask thee, art thou the man that art in case so much to rejoice in them? for then I hope thou art sure that thy God is reconciled, thy Sins pardoned, thy peace made.
If thy heart say No, then both it and God ask thee, But canst thou then be so merry and jolly? Before thou makest thy self drunk with these sweets, there are other greater matters soberly and sadly to be thought of;
If thy heart say No, then both it and God ask thee, But Canst thou then be so merry and jolly? Before thou Makest thy self drunk with these sweets, there Are other greater matters soberly and sadly to be Thought of;
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And Chrysostom when he considereth that we must all stand before the judgement Seat of Christ, asketh how we can laugh? And may not then such wonder at themselves, that when they are so deeply obnoxious to Gods wrath,
And Chrysostom when he Considereth that we must all stand before the judgement Seat of christ, asks how we can laugh? And may not then such wonder At themselves, that when they Are so deeply obnoxious to God's wrath,
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yet it must be only in the Lord. God envyeth not our joy, but he would not have us grieve him with it, He sometimes giveth us outward peace and prosperity,
yet it must be only in the Lord. God envyeth not our joy, but he would not have us grieve him with it, He sometime gives us outward peace and Prosperity,
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3. Nay that we Sublimate, and Spiritualize all our joy and delight in outward and temporal injoyments: that in the midst of them all not onely (as it was with Solomon, Eccles. 2. 9. our wisdome may remain with us) not as Hounds which lose the sent whilest they hunt in sweet fields, it were well if we did not the savour and relish of the things of Heaven whilest we are immersed buryed in the sweets of this lower region,
3. Nay that we Sublimate, and Spiritualize all our joy and delight in outward and temporal enjoyments: that in the midst of them all not only (as it was with Solomon, Eccles. 2. 9. our Wisdom may remain with us) not as Hounds which loose the sent whilst they hunt in sweet fields, it were well if we did not the savour and relish of the things of Heaven whilst we Are immersed buried in the sweets of this lower region,
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nay injoy God in them, and above them, nay yet more, and by them, that they may be improved as helps and advantages to our more spiritual and heavenly delights in Christ and the things of his kingdome,
nay enjoy God in them, and above them, nay yet more, and by them, that they may be improved as helps and advantages to our more spiritual and heavenly delights in christ and the things of his Kingdom,
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Oh let us not then be of the Serpentine brood that feedeth onely on the dust of the earth, nor let us drink drunk with the dreggs of earthly pudly contentments,
O let us not then be of the Serpentine brood that feeds only on the dust of the earth, nor let us drink drunk with the dregs of earthly pudly contentment's,
but let us draw the wine of our consolation off from these feculent lees, and so have our pleasure and delight more limpid, spiritful, even truly spiritual. Aristotle telleth us that the pleasure of his contemplative happiness is NONLATINALPHABET sincere, sine cera, without the commixture of corporeal dreggs;
but let us draw the wine of our consolation off from these feculent lees, and so have our pleasure and delight more limpid, spiritful, even truly spiritual. Aristotle Telleth us that the pleasure of his contemplative happiness is sincere, sine Wax, without the commixture of corporeal dregs;
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how much more should the Christians be so, who aspireth to an higher happiness? and if our terrestrial bodies be not nourished, with the massy and drossy pulp or bulk of what we eat,
how much more should the Christians be so, who aspireth to an higher happiness? and if our terrestrial bodies be not nourished, with the massy and drossy pulp or bulk of what we eat,
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but with the more spirituous juice of it, how much rather should the celestial souls of Christians be with the spiritual comforts of the holy Spirit, even in the midst of all outward enjoyments:
but with the more spirituous juice of it, how much rather should the celestial Souls of Christians be with the spiritual comforts of the holy Spirit, even in the midst of all outward enjoyments:
Our practise indeed herein is too often quite contrary, for when filled with outward contentments we through a brutish sensuality make them contentments indeed, i. e.
Our practice indeed herein is too often quite contrary, for when filled with outward contentment's we through a brutish sensuality make them contentment's indeed, i. e.
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the lusciousness of these feculent sweets taking away the tast of more divine and sweeter comforts, we are so drunk with the one, that we are neither sensible nor capable of the other;
the lusciousness of these feculent sweets taking away the taste of more divine and Sweeten comforts, we Are so drunk with the one, that we Are neither sensible nor capable of the other;
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nay sometimes we prove worse, as some men when drunk grow fierce and outragious, so in this kind of drunkenness we do not onely fall short of these diviner comforts,
nay sometime we prove Worse, as Some men when drunk grow fierce and outrageous, so in this kind of Drunkenness we do not only fallen short of these diviner comforts,
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but too often rise up against God himself the giver of them, even Jesurun, when grown fat, begins to kick, Deut. 32. 15. At least the heaping of such grosser fewell, keepeth the fire from burning,
but too often rise up against God himself the giver of them, even Jeshurun, when grown fat, begins to kick, Deuteronomy 32. 15. At least the heaping of such grosser fuel, Keepeth the fire from burning,
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And what is this but in the clear warm Sunshine to sit dulling over our culinary fire? and to shut out Heavens light, that by such candle-light we may work the works of darkness.
And what is this but in the clear warm Sunshine to fit dulling over our culinary fire? and to shut out Heavens Light, that by such candlelight we may work the works of darkness.
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But such of us, as are children of the day, what ever our outward condition be, let our delight be, to be in heavens light, in the shine of the Sun of righteousness;
But such of us, as Are children of the day, what ever our outward condition be, let our delight be, to be in heavens Light, in the shine of the Sun of righteousness;
and if others will have theirs to be in corn and wine, let ours with David be in Gods lifting up the light of his countenance upon us, that not onely his face may be towards us (for so a mans may be,
and if Others will have theirs to be in corn and wine, let ours with David be in God's lifting up the Light of his countenance upon us, that not only his face may be towards us (for so a men may be,
and then as He addeth in another Psalm, Thou hast made him exceeding glad with the light of thy countenance, Psal. 21. 6. Glad we may be of outward refreshments,
and then as He adds in Another Psalm, Thou hast made him exceeding glad with the Light of thy countenance, Psalm 21. 6. Glad we may be of outward refreshments,
even glad at heart in the sweet comfort of friends, as Aaron was of Moses, Exod. 4. 14. but exceeding glad, the light of Gods countenance shining out in the face of Jesus Christ onely should make us,
even glad At heart in the sweet Comfort of Friends, as Aaron was of Moses, Exod 4. 14. but exceeding glad, the Light of God's countenance shining out in the face of jesus christ only should make us,
1. On the one side this spiritual joy in God will be more then able to fill up what ever shall be wanting (as a great deal always will be) in our outward comforts:
1. On the one side this spiritual joy in God will be more then able to fill up what ever shall be wanting (as a great deal always will be) in our outward comforts:
Have we never so much, if there be never so little wanting, that little want troubleth us more then all that great deal else which we enjoy can satisfie,
Have we never so much, if there be never so little wanting, that little want Troubles us more then all that great deal Else which we enjoy can satisfy,
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Haman is in such a pett, for want of a cap and a knee, as without it all the glory of his riches and the multitude of his children, and that great deal more which he reckoneth up, Esth. 5. 11, 12. availeth him nothing, v. 13. but he that hath this comfort of the holy Ghost, hath more then enough to answer and satisfy for all that otherwise he wants.
Haman is in such a pet, for want of a cap and a knee, as without it all the glory of his riches and the multitude of his children, and that great deal more which he Reckoneth up, Esth. 5. 11, 12. availeth him nothing, v. 13. but he that hath this Comfort of the holy Ghost, hath more then enough to answer and satisfy for all that otherwise he Wants.
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and Calvin thinks it was no great matter, and yet as though he had received as much as all the world was worth, he crieth out I have all, I am full, viz. because he was filled with all joy and peace in beleeving: Such with their Saviour, have meat to eat that others know not of:
and calvin thinks it was no great matter, and yet as though he had received as much as all the world was worth, he cries out I have all, I am full, viz. Because he was filled with all joy and peace in believing: Such with their Saviour, have meat to eat that Others know not of:
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yea and least chinks in the earth, so that there is no vacuum: on the one side I say the comforts of the Spirit sweetneth and supplyeth what ever is bitter or defective in outward comforts.
yea and lest chinks in the earth, so that there is no vacuum: on the one side I say the comforts of the Spirit sweeteneth and supplieth what ever is bitter or defective in outward comforts.
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but that our hearts have gone a whoring from God after them, as it's said of Ephraim, Hos. 13. 1. though when he spake trembling he exalted himself in Israel,
but that our hearts have gone a whoring from God After them, as it's said of Ephraim, Hos. 13. 1. though when he spoke trembling he exalted himself in Israel,
or as it is said of the King of Tyrus, Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee, Ezech. 29. 15. that blasts and kills all.
or as it is said of the King of Tyre, Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee, Ezekiel 29. 15. that blasts and kills all.
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but that in their greatest entertainments, we may retain (nay have quickned by them) a spirituall appetite and ability to taste more sweetness in more blessed dainties,
but that in their greatest entertainments, we may retain (nay have quickened by them) a spiritual appetite and ability to taste more sweetness in more blessed dainties,
as here in their outward peace, amidst the crowd of other comforts they had hearts not shrunk up and contracted but inlarged to walk in the comfort of the holy Ghost.
as Here in their outward peace, amid the crowd of other comforts they had hearts not shrunk up and contracted but enlarged to walk in the Comfort of the holy Ghost.
as Jacob in his children of the Grace of God which had given them, Gen. 33. 5. and accordingly the Psalmist all along in Psal. 136. speaking of outward deliverances and provisions, in redeeming from enemies,
as Jacob in his children of the Grace of God which had given them, Gen. 33. 5. and accordingly the Psalmist all along in Psalm 136. speaking of outward Deliverances and provisions, in redeeming from enemies,
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Labour we with him to see ever induring mercies in transitory injoyments, that they come to us from a Fathers love, by the blood of his Son, in the way of a covenant, proceeding from electing love,
Labour we with him to see ever enduring Mercies in transitory enjoyments, that they come to us from a Father's love, by the blood of his Son, in the Way of a Covenant, proceeding from electing love,
and that containeth and holdeth forth to us, Assiduity, constancy, and Progress. It was 1. their daily practise. 2. And this in their constant continued course, and 3. Which they advanced in:
and that Containeth and holds forth to us, Assiduity, constancy, and Progress. It was 1. their daily practice. 2. And this in their constant continued course, and 3. Which they advanced in:
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and constant, and increasing in both, for else either suddain uncertain pangs of fear, or flashes of joy will be no evidence of such as walk with God to heaven and happiness,
and constant, and increasing in both, for Else either sudden uncertain pangs of Fear, or flashes of joy will be no evidence of such as walk with God to heaven and happiness,
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and seas went high, and (it may be) he might think of that NONLATINALPHABET of some making shipwrack of the faith which he had read of in the first chapter of the former Epistle. And then wonder not,
and Seas went high, and (it may be) he might think of that of Some making shipwreck of the faith which he had read of in the First chapter of the former Epistle. And then wonder not,
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Partly incourageth him to keep up his heart, and to bear up against the storme that lay upon him, in the foregoing verses, and partly he directs him in This, to have his eye fixed on the card and compass which he had left with him, Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me in faith and love, which is in Christ Jesus.
Partly Encourageth him to keep up his heart, and to bear up against the storm that lay upon him, in the foregoing Verses, and partly he directs him in This, to have his eye fixed on the carded and compass which he had left with him, Hold fast the from of found words, which thou hast herd of me in faith and love, which is in christ jesus.
In which words we have these particulars. 1. A forme of words, NONLATINALPHABET. 2. Set out by their excellent quality, NONLATINALPHABET they are sound ones.
In which words we have these particulars. 1. A Form of words,. 2. Set out by their excellent quality, they Are found ones.
Hold fast the forme of sound words, &c. From the first it seemeth that Formes so much decryed in our times, were not so undervalued in Pauls, who you see had left with Timothy NONLATINALPHABET, a forme of words, which the Greek Interpreters, paraphrase by NONLATINALPHABET, &c. a picture or pattern, &c. and make account that He alluded to the Painters or Limmers Art;
Hold fast the Form of found words, etc. From the First it seems that Forms so much decried in our times, were not so undervalved in Paul's, who you see had left with Timothy, a Form of words, which the Greek Interpreters, Paraphrase by, etc. a picture or pattern, etc. and make account that He alluded to the Painters or Limmers Art;
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as Polycletes made a Statue according to the rules of his Art, which he called his Canon, to be the stander or standing rule and Sampler which others should work by.
as Polycletes made a Statue according to the rules of his Art, which he called his Canon, to be the stander or standing Rule and Sampler which Others should work by.
Such a copy had Paul written Timothy, both for matter and forme, things and words, in his doctrine and preaching, that indeed it was not so much like the Painters NONLATINALPHABET, which most properly signifieth the first lines or ruder draught,
Such a copy had Paul written Timothy, both for matter and Form, things and words, in his Doctrine and preaching, that indeed it was not so much like the Painters, which most properly signifies the First lines or Ruder draught,
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as the Orators rather, which the Rhetoricians describe to be a Representing a thing by words, so fully to the life, that it is not so much heard as seen.
as the Orators rather, which the Rhetoricians describe to be a Representing a thing by words, so Fully to the life, that it is not so much herd as seen.
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Such was that NONLATINALPHABET, that forme of knowledge and truth Rom. 2. 20. and that NONLATINALPHABET that System or short Modell of the Principles of the doctrine of Christ, Heb. 6. 1. Such were of old their ancient Creeds, Canons of Councils, and since the Confessions and Catechismes whither of whole Churches or of particular men, their Summes, Institutions, Systems, Syntagmes, Synopses, or by what ever other name you call such Modells of Divinity,
Such was that, that Form of knowledge and truth Rom. 2. 20. and that that System or short Model of the Principles of the Doctrine of christ, Hebrew 6. 1. Such were of old their ancient Creeds, Canonas of Councils, and since the Confessions and Catechisms whither of Whole Churches or of particular men, their Sums, Institutions, Systems, Syntagmes, Synopses, or by what ever other name you call such Models of Divinity,
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And the Apostles their Canons, Act. 15. and the Primitive Churches and Fathers their Creeds, and so along till the Arians and other Hereticks, who were pinched by them, did therefore complain of them,
And the Apostles their Canonas, Act. 15. and the Primitive Churches and Father's their Creeds, and so along till the Arians and other Heretics, who were pinched by them, did Therefore complain of them,
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but the best is that it is by such as will in this, as other things tread in their dear friends the Socinians and Arminians steps, who cannot indure such checks of their extravagant corruptions,
but the best is that it is by such as will in this, as other things tread in their dear Friends the socinians and Arminians steps, who cannot endure such Checks of their extravagant corruptions,
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or to train up men to rest in Formalities, as the Jews did in that Form of knowledge, Rom. 2. 20. or as those Deceivers in a forme of godliness, 2 Tim. 3. 5. who yet are not there blamed because they had a forme, but because they wanted life and power, we very readily subscribe to what Hierom saith, that Scripture truth, is in medulla, non in superficie, non in terminorum foliis,
or to train up men to rest in Formalities, as the jews did in that From of knowledge, Rom. 2. 20. or as those Deceivers in a Form of godliness, 2 Tim. 3. 5. who yet Are not there blamed Because they had a Form, but Because they wanted life and power, we very readily subscribe to what Hieronymus Says, that Scripture truth, is in medulla, non in superficie, non in Of Terms foliis,
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sed in radice rationis, and say with Synesius that the holy Ghost NONLATINALPHABET though every Title and Iota in it is sacred yet it is the kernel of the doctrine,
sed in radice rationis, and say with Synesius that the holy Ghost though every Title and Iota in it is sacred yet it is the kernel of the Doctrine,
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or that cover some poysonous toad of error and impiety under them, we will very readily call them (as Nazianzen did his Adversary) A. B. C. sophysters, and wording Sycophants;
or that cover Some poisonous toad of error and impiety under them, we will very readily call them (as Nazianzen did his Adversary) A. B. C. sophisters, and wording sycophants;
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and those NONLATINALPHABET those formed feigned words (which the Apostle speaks of) 2 Pet. 2. 3. to those deceitfull Huksters to make merchandise with, which some of them who now a dayes decry formes most, are most notoriously guilty of,
and those those formed feigned words (which the Apostle speaks of) 2 Pet. 2. 3. to those deceitful Hucksters to make merchandise with, which Some of them who now a days decry forms most, Are most notoriously guilty of,
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and phrases, a strain of high flown canting in their NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET right out those NONLATINALPHABET, even swelling words of vanity, which Peter observed and noted in the Seducers of his time,
and phrases, a strain of high flown canting in their and right out those, even swelling words of vanity, which Peter observed and noted in the Seducers of his time,
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An ecce fidem meam, or Apologies and Purgations of our selves from the Aspersions and slanders of others, who either misconceive or willfully misreport us:
an ecce fidem meam, or Apologies and Purgations of our selves from the Aspersions and slanders of Others, who either misconceive or wilfully misreport us:
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though I cannot but wonder that they should say, that the Primitive Churches and Christians intended no more by their Creeds, Canons and Confessions, then by them onely to testifie, Non quid credendum esset, sed quid ipsi crediderint, when they read so often in Austin, Firmissimè crede, & nullatenus dubites;
though I cannot but wonder that they should say, that the Primitive Churches and Christians intended no more by their Creeds, Canonas and Confessions, then by them only to testify, Non quid credendum esset, sed quid ipsi crediderint, when they read so often in Austin, Firmissimè crede, & At no time dubites;
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and when in their Synods and Councils, they did so frequently (and I fear too too liberally) thunder out their Anathemaes against those that taught contrary to their determinations,
and when in their Synods and Councils, they did so frequently (and I Fear too too liberally) thunder out their Anathemas against those that taught contrary to their determinations,
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and when the Remonstrants themselves do so cry out of Athanasius for pride, and in his Quicunque vult salvari, &c. which he prefixeth before the Articles of his Creed.
and when the Remonstrants themselves do so cry out of Athanasius for pride, and in his Quicunque vult salvari, etc. which he prefixeth before the Articles of his Creed.
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but also, of what we judge that all should believe (unlesse we could think that others might rightly believe that as true, which we in our conscience judge to be false, a goodly peece of our ingenuous loving-hearted Arminians charity) and also desire and require, that all should professe,
but also, of what we judge that all should believe (unless we could think that Others might rightly believe that as true, which we in our conscience judge to be false, a goodly piece of our ingenuous loving-hearted Arminians charity) and also desire and require, that all should profess,
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and the same judgement, 1 Cor. 1. 10. The Remonstrants indeed tell us that there are Non pauci pii, & probi, many honest godly men (they mean their own sweet selves and their dear party,
and the same judgement, 1 Cor. 1. 10. The Remonstrants indeed tell us that there Are Non Pauci pii, & probi, many honest godly men (they mean their own sweet selves and their dear party,
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for who so honest and godly as they?) who dislike such Formes and Confessions as derogatory to the Authority, Sufficiency and perspicuity of the Scriptures. 2. As a wrong to liberty of conscience,
for who so honest and godly as they?) who dislike such Forms and Confessions as derogatory to the authority, Sufficiency and perspicuity of the Scriptures. 2. As a wrong to liberty of conscience,
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and for matter wholly, and for Words and Phrases in a great part taken out of them, not so much as by a single private Ministers confirming and explaining of them in the course of his Ministry, which I hope they are not against,
and for matter wholly, and for Words and Phrases in a great part taken out of them, not so much as by a single private Ministers confirming and explaining of them in the course of his Ministry, which I hope they Are not against,
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unlesse they who are so chary and tender of the liberty of Prophesying will quite take away both the office and gift of Prophesying, which when Christ instituted in his Church, he sure never intended it should be any blemish or prejudice to the Scriptures Authority or Perspicuity.
unless they who Are so chary and tender of the liberty of Prophesying will quite take away both the office and gift of Prophesying, which when christ instituted in his Church, he sure never intended it should be any blemish or prejudice to the Scriptures authority or Perspicuity.
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as though they had hired a Tertullus to help them with invectives, or some mercinary Lawyer to draw up a bill in chancery with a most horrid charge that hath never a word of truth in it:
as though they had hired a Tertullus to help them with invectives, or Some mercenary Lawyer to draw up a bill in chancery with a most horrid charge that hath never a word of truth in it:
I only here add that whilest this liberty of conscience and Prophesying is so tendred in this particular by those honest holy men the Remonstrants spake of, we may conclude that they themselves were those holy men they meant,
I only Here add that whilst this liberty of conscience and Prophesying is so tendered in this particular by those honest holy men the Remonstrants spoke of, we may conclude that they themselves were those holy men they meant,
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But (to return from this digression) the 3d danger of Schismes and Factions which they suggest wil be the fruit of those Formes and Confessions, is that which in this particular I am especially to take notice of,
But (to return from this digression) the 3d danger of Schisms and Factions which they suggest will be the fruit of those Forms and Confessions, is that which in this particular I am especially to take notice of,
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and all that I shall now say to it is, that when they have put the pen into an Episcopius his hand, He knoweth how to flant and flourish it, make a great letter of it,
and all that I shall now say to it is, that when they have put the pen into an Episcopius his hand, He Knoweth how to flant and flourish it, make a great Letter of it,
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To all which, it will be sufficient onely to say, Verba quid audio, facta quum videam? Whatever either He or any of His may in umbra Philosophare vel Rhetoricare, either write in his study,
To all which, it will be sufficient only to say, Verba quid audio, facta Whom videam? Whatever either He or any of His may in umbra Philosophare vel Rhetoricare, either write in his study,
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and so cannot disprove him, but that confessions breed Schismes and Divisions, whilest that liberty and Toleration which they so much plead for, will conjoyn all in peace and Christian union,
and so cannot disprove him, but that confessions breed Schisms and Divisions, whilst that liberty and Toleration which they so much plead for, will conjoin all in peace and Christian Union,
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yet the sad experience of the whole Church in several Ages, we might put them in minde of their own, we are too sure that Ours in these wofully distracted times doth too sadly inform us of the contrary,
yet the sad experience of the Whole Church in several Ages, we might put them in mind of their own, we Are too sure that Ours in these woefully distracted times does too sadly inform us of the contrary,
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& cryeth aloud, that the not keeping more close to such Formes of sound Words, (which our Church was sometimes famous for in point of Doctrine) but every one may speake and write the vain Phansies of his own heart,
& Cries aloud, that the not keeping more close to such Forms of found Words, (which our Church was sometime famous for in point of Doctrine) but every one may speak and write the vain Fancies of his own heart,
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and impunè spread foulest heresies and blasphemies, hath miserably torn us in pieces, and divided us in semper divisibilia. The Lord in mercy speedily heal these gashes and ruptures;
and impunè spread Foulest heresies and Blasphemies, hath miserably torn us in Pieces, and divided us in semper divisibilia. The Lord in mercy speedily heal these Gashes and ruptures;
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5. That is a further spiritual end and use of it, that by the help thereof present controversies as they arise may be the better understood and determined. So Acts 15.
5. That is a further spiritual end and use of it, that by the help thereof present controversies as they arise may be the better understood and determined. So Acts 15.
and so to be intailed as to be transmitted from father to son, ad natos natorum, & qui nascuntur ab illis, in all successions to the preventing of after innovations and corruptions:
and so to be intailed as to be transmitted from father to son, ad natos natorum, & qui nascuntur ab illis, in all successions to the preventing of After innovations and corruptions:
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1. To weak ones (it was in relief to such the Apostles that first framed their Cannons, Acts 15. 24.) whilest what is more diffusedly scattered up and down in the whole Scripture is gathered together in a Synopsis for their better view,
1. To weak ones (it was in relief to such the Apostles that First framed their Cannons, Acts 15. 24.) whilst what is more diffusedly scattered up and down in the Whole Scripture is gathered together in a Synopsis for their better view,
and what may be there by reason of some Words or Phrases which we now are lesse acquainted with, more obscurely expressed, is here more familiarly presented to their weaker understanding:
and what may be there by reason of Some Words or Phrases which we now Are less acquainted with, more obscurely expressed, is Here more familiarly presented to their Weaker understanding:
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Such fluid mettall hath need of a mould to bring it to a consistent forme, such weak lambs and silly sheep need to be put into such inclosures (which loose heads and hearts will call and esteem pinfolds) which otherwise will be ready to wander and go astray in the broad Common.
Such fluid mettle hath need of a mould to bring it to a consistent Form, such weak Lambs and silly sheep need to be put into such enclosures (which lose Heads and hearts will call and esteem pinfolds) which otherwise will be ready to wander and go astray in the broad Common.
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2. To discover and repulse Seducers, and subverters of the souls of Gods people, Acts 15. 24. As the same pale which keeps in the Deer, keeps out the ravenous wilde beast;
2. To discover and repulse Seducers, and subverters of the Souls of God's people, Acts 15. 24. As the same pale which keeps in the Deer, keeps out the ravenous wild beast;
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yet for Them to allow them, ne quidem ullum quantumvis infimum in Ecclesia locum (as their words are) we cannot but think is too too illiberal, at least in Clemens Alexandrinus his phrase, with their good leave, let them be NONLATINALPHABET, A fence to the vineyard,
yet for Them to allow them, ne quidem ullum However much infimum in Ecclesia locum (as their words Are) we cannot but think is too too illiberal, At least in Clemens Alexandrian his phrase, with their good leave, let them be, A fence to the vineyard,
whilest they cryed up the liberty of Prophesying. And with us, when times were fast hasting to Popery, the word Institutions (because Calvins) was scorned as proud with more pride;
whilst they cried up the liberty of Prophesying. And with us, when times were fast hasting to Popery, the word Institutions (Because Calvin's) was scorned as proud with more pride;
in the Text, and Chap. 4. 3. and four times in that to Titus, Chap. 1. 9. 13. and Chap. 2. 2. 8. in all wch that we may be sound in the faith; He calleth for sound words: Sani and Sanantes, Sound,
in the Text, and Chap. 4. 3. and four times in that to Titus, Chap. 1. 9. 13. and Chap. 2. 2. 8. in all which that we may be found in the faith; He calls for found words: Sani and Healers, Found,
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and healing it must be sound speech, and wholsome healing doctrine, and these two Readings take up all that I wou•• speak of it, indeed all that is co•ained in it.
and healing it must be found speech, and wholesome healing Doctrine, and these two Readings take up all that I wou•• speak of it, indeed all that is co•ained in it.
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These words must be NONLATINALPHABET, found in themselves, containing folid and savoury & saving truths, without trash and mixture of vanity and error, especially such as are more poysonous and deadly:
These words must be, found in themselves, containing folid and savoury & Saving truths, without trash and mixture of vanity and error, especially such as Are more poisonous and deadly:
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yet if they would but look better, or but read over Plutarchs book de Philosophorum placitis, whilst (with Austin) they could not finde Christ there, they would finde so much error and corruption,
yet if they would but look better, or but read over Plutarchs book de Philosophorum Placitis, while (with Austin) they could not find christ there, they would find so much error and corruption,
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and folly there, as would fully make out Pauls NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET, Rom. 1. 21, 22. and that they were become so vain and foolish, that there would be no ground of hope left to any of their greatest Admirers, by them to be made wise to salvation, but that every learned man, at least every spirituall Christian may write Tertullians Motto on the backside of their books, Animam non dant, quia non habent.
and folly there, as would Fully make out Paul's, and, Rom. 1. 21, 22. and that they were become so vain and foolish, that there would be no ground of hope left to any of their greatest Admirers, by them to be made wise to salvation, but that every learned man, At least every spiritual Christian may write Tertullia's Motto on the backside of their books, Animam non daunt, quia non habent.
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and so overgrown with the gayes of their vain fables, and up and down with the poysonous weed of their false doctrines and superstitions, with a deadly enmity to Jesus Christ the Tree of Life, that it appears to be like that earth which God hath cursed: and although some of them dare blasphemously compare the Law to Water,
and so overgrown with the Gayes of their vain fables, and up and down with the poisonous weed of their false doctrines and superstitions, with a deadly enmity to jesus christ the Tree of Life, that it appears to be like that earth which God hath cursed: and although Some of them Dare blasphemously compare the Law to Water,
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and foolish conceipts, that in such fooleries you may plainly read a Jew, who hath denied and crucified the Wisdom of God: and some men, it may be, have not been much mistaken, who have observed an odd tincture in those Christians spirits and notions,
and foolish conceits, that in such fooleries you may plainly read a Jew, who hath denied and Crucified the Wisdom of God: and Some men, it may be, have not been much mistaken, who have observed an odd tincture in those Christians spirits and notions,
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and so for Words, yet it is such an unlicked deformed peece, that I cannot call it a Form of Words, especially so far from sound ones, that except the often asserting of Gods Omniscience, and some few such particulars, which here and there you meet with in it, in stead of these NONLATINALPHABET, we may safely say there is NONLATINALPHABET.
and so for Words, yet it is such an unlicked deformed piece, that I cannot call it a From of Words, especially so Far from found ones, that except the often asserting of God's Omniscience, and Some few such particulars, which Here and there you meet with in it, in stead of these, we may safely say there is.
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or of late be translated and printed by us in this fruitfull season, and rank soil, in which every sprigg of any poysonous weed so soon takes, whilest others elsewhere burn it.
or of late be translated and printed by us in this fruitful season, and rank soil, in which every sprig of any poisonous weed so soon Takes, whilst Others elsewhere burn it.
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when he saith that he who made it was plumbei oris, & ferrei cordis, and he might have added aeneae frontis, for he had a brasen face, that could not blush at those ridiculous lyes which he heapeth up in it.
when he Says that he who made it was plumbei oris, & ferrei Cordis, and he might have added Aeneae frontis, for he had a brazen face, that could not blush At those ridiculous lies which he heapeth up in it.
and taken in to make up the full measure of their iniquity, and to make the bulk the bigger, not onely Gratians decreta, but also the Cardinals Paleae must be pressed in:
and taken in to make up the full measure of their iniquity, and to make the bulk the bigger, not only Gratians decreta, but also the Cardinals Paleae must be pressed in:
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These and such like empty vanities, and rotten NONLATINALPHABET, are none of these sound words, which a heart sound in Gods statutes will close with, or stick to;
These and such like empty vanities, and rotten, Are none of these found words, which a heart found in God's statutes will close with, or stick to;
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and his word affords us, pro Iunone nubem, we grasp such shadowes, and having gone a whoring from God, and conceiving sin, the womans Pica is become both the man and womans disease, we feed on trash,
and his word affords us, Pro Juno nubem, we grasp such shadows, and having gone a whoring from God, and conceiving since, the woman's Pica is become both the man and woman's disease, we feed on trash,
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A distemper which not onely this last and worst is, but even the first and best was sick of, especially our Timothies Ephesians, and Titus his Cretians, their NONLATINALPHABET trained them up to curiosities,
A distemper which not only this last and worst is, but even the First and best was sick of, especially our Timothies Ephesians, and Titus his Cretians, their trained them up to curiosities,
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Jewish and profane old wives fables, 1 Tim. 1. 4. 4. 7. Tit. 1. 14. It may be not much worse then the dust that is raised about some old Legend, or some doubtfull or false passage in Church History, strife about words,
Jewish and profane old wives fables, 1 Tim. 1. 4. 4. 7. Tit. 1. 14. It may be not much Worse then the dust that is raised about Some old Legend, or Some doubtful or false passage in Church History, strife about words,
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Oppositions of science falsly so called, NONLATINALPHABET, 1 Tim. 6. 20. answerable to the ancient and our now present Gnosticks, high flown sublimated speculations.
Oppositions of science falsely so called,, 1 Tim. 6. 20. answerable to the ancient and our now present Gnostics, high flown sublimated speculations.
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Foolish and unlearned questions, and perverse disputations and contentions about the Law, 2 Tim. 2. 23. 1 Tim. 6. 5. Tit. 3. 9. paralleled by our busie Questionists and Querists, with whom all that should prove fruit runs up into the blade:
Foolish and unlearned questions, and perverse disputations and contentions about the Law, 2 Tim. 2. 23. 1 Tim. 6. 5. Tit. 3. 9. paralleled by our busy Questionists and Querists, with whom all that should prove fruit runs up into the blade:
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or about the Mint and Anise of Church Discipline and Ceremonies, and such Accessories, with the neglect of those NONLATINALPHABET the weightier things of the Law, more solid and substantiall truths,
or about the Mint and Anise of Church Discipline and Ceremonies, and such Accessories, with the neglect of those the Weightier things of the Law, more solid and substantial truths,
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and such as contain in them the life and power of godlinesse. Quantum est in rebus inane? O the vanity of corrupt mindes, and destitute of the truth, that kindle such fires in chips and straw, to set all in a combustion!
and such as contain in them the life and power of godliness. Quantum est in rebus inane? Oh the vanity of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, that kindle such fires in chips and straw, to Set all in a combustion!
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Our Apostle in one place calleth it a disease, NONLATINALPHABET, which our times are very sick of; in another an Itch, NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET:
Our Apostle in one place calls it a disease,, which our times Are very sick of; in Another an Itch,:
for as that is seated in the outward parts of the body, so this in the tongues and fancies of superficiall Christians, who after their own lusts heap to themselves teachers, not being able to endure sound doctrine.
for as that is seated in the outward parts of the body, so this in the tongues and fancies of superficial Christians, who After their own Lustiest heap to themselves Teachers, not being able to endure found Doctrine.
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But it is firm ground that a wise man treads hard on, good food that a good stomach feeds heartily on, that which the faithfull soul must hold fast is the faithful word, Tit. 1. 9. The Form of sound Words, as here in the Text. First Sani, in themselves Sound, and not trash.
But it is firm ground that a wise man treads hard on, good food that a good stomach feeds heartily on, that which the faithful soul must hold fast is the faithful word, Tit. 1. 9. The From of found Words, as Here in the Text. First Sani, in themselves Found, and not trash.
Sanantes, in their use wholsom, and not poison: for too many such destructive words and doctrines there are, which eat like a canker, and subvert the hearers, 2 Tim. 2. 14. 17. make them erre from the faith,
Healers, in their use wholesome, and not poison: for too many such destructive words and doctrines there Are, which eat like a canker, and subvert the hearers, 2 Tim. 2. 14. 17. make them err from the faith,
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but so far from sound ones, that some have not amiss expounded that in Revel. 16. 3. of them, that they made the sea become as the blood of a dead man, that every living thing died in it.
but so Far from found ones, that Some have not amiss expounded that in Revel. 16. 3. of them, that they made the sea become as the blood of a dead man, that every living thing died in it.
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Many such Formes are in these times of Deformation rather then Reformation minted daily, which He would ingage very far, who should give his word, that they are such words of truth and sobernesse, that the soul which hungers after Christ may have wholsome food or Physick from them.
Many such Forms Are in these times of Deformation rather then Reformation minted daily, which He would engage very Far, who should give his word, that they Are such words of truth and soberness, that the soul which hunger's After christ may have wholesome food or Physic from them.
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Others (nay some of the same) rendring it very caryon and rottennesse, with their ranting Principles and answerable practises of Libertinisme and loosnesse.
Others (nay Some of the same) rendering it very carrion and rottenness, with their ranting Principles and answerable practises of Libertinism and looseness.
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All so poysoning it, that you may see those of this diet like Amnon, or some other man who hath some foul disease upon him, ill thriving colour fading, hair shedding, flesh decaying and putrifying,
All so poisoning it, that you may see those of this diet like Amnon, or Some other man who hath Some foul disease upon him, ill thriving colour fading, hair shedding, Flesh decaying and Putrifying,
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and not onely they who have their senses exercised to discern good and evil, but even the new-born babe hath such a taste, as soon as it's made partaker of the divine nature, that it can tell when the sincere milk of the word is adulterated,
and not only they who have their Senses exercised to discern good and evil, but even the newborn babe hath such a taste, as soon as it's made partaker of the divine nature, that it can tell when the sincere milk of the word is adulterated,
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as on the contrary It seemed good to the holy Ghost and us, was the ground and tenor of a Synodical decision in the best times, Act. 15. 28. and proportionably the hearty complacential closing of those who have the Spirit of God, (though not in the same kind or measure which those had) is a great help,
as on the contrary It seemed good to the holy Ghost and us, was the ground and tenor of a Synodical decision in the best times, Act. 15. 28. and proportionably the hearty complacential closing of those who have the Spirit of God, (though not in the same kind or measure which those had) is a great help,
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and a good guide to a right judgment of discretion, and to this conclusion, that it's like to be wholsome food which healthfull sound men do generally and in a manner naturally relish and feed on.
and a good guide to a right judgement of discretion, and to this conclusion, that it's like to be wholesome food which healthful found men do generally and in a manner naturally relish and feed on.
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when the Lands barrenness was removed, and the Sun of righteousnenss is then risen with healing in his wings, when they who are under his beams and influence, go forth and grow as calves of the stall;
when the Lands Barrenness was removed, and the Sun of righteousnenss is then risen with healing in his wings, when they who Are under his beams and influence, go forth and grow as calves of the stall;
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and they are planted in the house of the Lord, who flourish in the Courts of our God, and still bring forth fruit even in old age, and are fat and flourishing.
and they Are planted in the house of the Lord, who flourish in the Courts of our God, and still bring forth fruit even in old age, and Are fat and flourishing.
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for I cannot in this respect assent to the Remonstrants dictates, Ex fructibus aestimandi sunt homines, non semper doctrina, it's a good tree (our Saviour tells us) which bringeth forth good fruit, and the same may be said of good doctrin too,
for I cannot in this respect assent to the Remonstrants dictates, Ex fructibus aestimandi sunt homines, non semper Doctrina, it's a good tree (our Saviour tells us) which brings forth good fruit, and the same may be said of good Doctrine too,
not from every dogmatizing Master, but from an Apostle of Christ, infallibly directed by the Spirit of Christ. Such truths as have been delivered to us by Christ himself, the Prophets and Apostles, immediately inspired by the Spirit of God, and now recorded in the Scriptures of truth, either expressed in them,
not from every dogmatizing Master, but from an Apostle of christ, infallibly directed by the Spirit of christ. Such truths as have been Delivered to us by christ himself, the prophets and Apostles, immediately inspired by the Spirit of God, and now recorded in the Scriptures of truth, either expressed in them,
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and abide by, as a light to our feet, Psal. 119. 105. 2 Pet. 1, 19. the rule of our faith and life, Gal. 6. 16. and therefore called Canonical, the Foundation on which we are to build, Ephes. 2. 20. that NONLATINALPHABET that mould of doctrine into which we are to be cast, Rom. 6. 17. that NONLATINALPHABET, that Form of knowledge and truth by which we are to be informed. No other fallible Land-mark,
and abide by, as a Light to our feet, Psalm 119. 105. 2 Pet. 1, 19. the Rule of our faith and life, Gal. 6. 16. and Therefore called Canonical, the Foundation on which we Are to built, Ephesians 2. 20. that that mould of Doctrine into which we Are to be cast, Rom. 6. 17. that, that From of knowledge and truth by which we Are to be informed. No other fallible Landmark,
for the further clearing of Scripture sense, and the better discovering of errors and heresies as they arise, we willingly accept, and carefully hold fast.
for the further clearing of Scripture sense, and the better discovering of errors and heresies as they arise, we willingly accept, and carefully hold fast.
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yea of that Church which now nameth it self Catholick, shall obtrude upon us any thing directly or by good consequence contrary to the Scripture in any thing,
yea of that Church which now names it self Catholic, shall obtrude upon us any thing directly or by good consequence contrary to the Scripture in any thing,
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or in any thing in doctrine or practise pretended as necessary to salvation, eadem facilitate contemnitur qua probatur, we stick not easily to reject it,
or in any thing in Doctrine or practice pretended as necessary to salvation, Same facilitate contemnitur qua Probatum, we stick not Easily to reject it,
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For humane unwritten Traditions, Bellarmine indeed applieth to them this Text, and maketh them at least a part of that Depositum in the following verse:
For humane unwritten Traditions, Bellarmine indeed Applieth to them this Text, and makes them At least a part of that Depositum in the following verse:
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nor can I deny, but that Chrysostom upon the Text, and other Greek Interpreters (after their manner following him) run their descant upon the word NONLATINALPHABET, which thou hast heard, as relating to what Paul had delivered to Timothy by word of mouth;
nor can I deny, but that Chrysostom upon the Text, and other Greek Interpreters (After their manner following him) run their descant upon the word, which thou hast herd, as relating to what Paul had Delivered to Timothy by word of Mouth;
from which Popish writers take a rise to cry up their unwritten Traditions, which being the strongest stake in their rotten hedge they most highly cry up, and most earnestly contend for.
from which Popish writers take a rise to cry up their unwritten Traditions, which being the Strongest stake in their rotten hedge they most highly cry up, and most earnestly contend for.
Nay Fidei fundamentum, the very foundation of their Popish faith, and the onely foundation of it so far as Popish, which if overturned, their Babel cometh down;
Nay Fidei fundamentum, the very Foundation of their Popish faith, and the only Foundation of it so Far as Popish, which if overturned, their Babel comes down;
and what is besides left of Popery would be a poor thin nothing, and therefore here they fight tanquam pro aris & focis, or if you will we may leave out the tanquam: Elabor andum est ut hic locus quàm diligentissimè explicaretur & muniretur, saith Canus: and good reason when he had before (cap. 3.) said, Traditiones majorem vim habere ad Haereticos refellendos, quàm Scripturas;
and what is beside left of Popery would be a poor thin nothing, and Therefore Here they fight tanquam Pro aris & focis, or if you will we may leave out the tanquam: Elabor andum est ut hic locus quàm diligentissimè explicaretur & muniretur, Says Canus: and good reason when he had before (cap. 3.) said, Traditions majorem vim habere ad Haereticos refellendos, quàm Scripturas;
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good reason that they should so earnestly fight for Traditions, because by them they can better confute us whom they call Hereticks, then by Scriptures.
good reason that they should so earnestly fight for Traditions, Because by them they can better confute us whom they call Heretics, then by Scriptures.
We kindly thank him for this fair acknowledgement, they are not so much the Scriptures as their Traditions, which they must knock us poor Hereticks down with.
We kindly thank him for this fair acknowledgement, they Are not so much the Scriptures as their Traditions, which they must knock us poor Heretics down with.
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Aequè sunt observandae, saith Eckius; and pari pietatis affectu & reverentia suscipit &c. saith the Council of Trent, like him in Nicephorus, whom they call Beatus Theodosius (two names too good for such a blasphemer) who getting into the Pulpit denounced an Anathema, si quis quatuor Synodos quatuor Evangeliis non exaequet, pronounced that man accursed who did not make the four first Synods equal with the four Gospels: which yet he might better do,
Aequè sunt observandae, Says Eckius; and Pair pietatis affectu & Reverence suscipit etc. Says the Council of Trent, like him in Nicephorus, whom they call Beatus Theodosius (two names too good for such a blasphemer) who getting into the Pulpit denounced an Anathema, si quis quatuor Synodos quatuor Evangeliis non exaequet, pronounced that man accursed who did not make the four First Synods equal with the four Gospels: which yet he might better do,
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then the Cardinal Julianus in the Council of Basil, exhort them to give no less credit to the Council then to the Gospel; Or the Council of Trent, anathematize all that did not thus equal their vain Traditions with the books of the Old and New Testament.
then the Cardinal Lulianus in the Council of Basil, exhort them to give no less credit to the Council then to the Gospel; Or the Council of Trent, anathematise all that did not thus equal their vain Traditions with the books of the Old and New Testament.
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as though the Church had more need of Traditions then of the Scriptures, and accordingly Bellarmine in that chapter (whose title is Ostenditur Necessitas Traditionum) in which he should prove Traditions to be necessary, doth take a great deal of more pains to prove that the Scriptures are not necessary. 3. In point of authority:
as though the Church had more need of Traditions then of the Scriptures, and accordingly Bellarmine in that chapter (whose title is Ostenditur Necessity Traditionum) in which he should prove Traditions to be necessary, does take a great deal of more pains to prove that the Scriptures Are not necessary. 3. In point of Authority:
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which they say the Scripture hath onely from the Tradition of the Church, without which some of them are not afraid to say it would be of no more authority then Aesops Fables:
which they say the Scripture hath only from the Tradition of the Church, without which Some of them Are not afraid to say it would be of no more Authority then Aesops Fables:
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for although Andradius be so modest (and that is a wonder, for he is not usually wont to be found in that fault) as to grant that maxima pars, the greatest part of Gods revealed will is contained in Scripture,
for although Andreas be so modest (and that is a wonder, for he is not usually wont to be found in that fault) as to grant that maxima pars, the greatest part of God's revealed will is contained in Scripture,
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for on the quite contrary Hosius saith, that multò maxima pars, that the greatest part of it by far is contained in Traditions, and others of them say that minima particula, it is the very least part of all that is contained in Scripture,
for on the quite contrary Hosius Says, that multò maxima pars, that the greatest part of it by Far is contained in Traditions, and Others of them say that minima Particula, it is the very lest part of all that is contained in Scripture,
whilest Traditio omnem veritatem in se habet, containeth all the mysteries of faith and Religion, if you will beleeve Coster. 5. For point of continuance.
whilst Tradition omnem veritatem in se habet, Containeth all the Mysteres of faith and Religion, if you will believe Coster. 5. For point of Continuance.
whilest the written word is but a dumb letter, speaks not its own sense, is a nose of wax and leaden rule, which every heretick may bend to his purpose:
whilst the written word is but a dumb Letter, speaks not its own sense, is a nose of wax and leaden Rule, which every heretic may bend to his purpose:
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The unwritten word is of more moment, say some of them, and multis partibus superat scripturas, saith Coster, as much as the fleshly tables of Beleevers hearts (in which no doubt their Traditions are written) exceed the Tables of stone, or papers or parchments in which the Old and New Testament are written.
The unwritten word is of more moment, say Some of them, and multis partibus superat scripturas, Says Coster, as much as the fleshly tables of Believers hearts (in which no doubt their Traditions Are written) exceed the Tables of stone, or papers or parchments in which the Old and New Testament Are written.
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In this his bold and blasphemous expression, we hear the voice of the Beast, and see the whores brasen forehead, that blusheth not to prefer their own dreams before the visions of God,
In this his bold and blasphemous expression, we hear the voice of the Beast, and see the whores brazen forehead, that blusheth not to prefer their own dreams before the visions of God,
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8. In particular, Canus and most of them hold and say, that although things of more common nature and concernment were written by Moses and other Penmen in Scripture, yet the Arcana Imperii the higher mysteries, those holy things were not to be cast to dogs (for so they speak) when they mean these rarities of their should not be exposed to publick view,
8. In particular, Canus and most of them hold and say, that although things of more Common nature and concernment were written by Moses and other Penmen in Scripture, yet the Arcana Imperii the higher Mysteres, those holy things were not to be cast to Dogs (for so they speak) when they mean these rarities of their should not be exposed to public view,
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and the Dryades would not have their Dictates written for all, but onely communicated to their Scholars, such mysteria to their Mystae. So Christ and his Apostles besides their NONLATINALPHABET, their more ordinary and common doctrine which they either spake or wrote to all, had their NONLATINALPHABET their more secret mysteries of more high and abstruse nature, which were onely delivered by word of mouth to their greater Intimates and Confidents.
and the Dryades would not have their Dictates written for all, but only communicated to their Scholars, such Mysteries to their Mystae. So christ and his Apostles beside their, their more ordinary and Common Doctrine which they either spoke or wrote to all, had their their more secret Mysteres of more high and abstruse nature, which were only Delivered by word of Mouth to their greater Intimates and Confidents.
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To which purpose Canus feareth not blasphemously to apply that, 1 Cor. 2. 2. but I determined to know (or make known) nothing but Christ Jesus and him crucified, i. e.
To which purpose Canus fears not blasphemously to apply that, 1 Cor. 2. 2. but I determined to know (or make known) nothing but christ jesus and him Crucified, i. e.
to you vulgar and ordinary hearers, howbeit we speak wisdome amongst them that are perfect: No doubt their high-flown perfectionists. Profane Blasphemer!
to you Vulgar and ordinary hearers, howbeit we speak Wisdom among them that Are perfect: No doubt their high-flown perfectionists. Profane Blasphemer!
and the power of God, were but his ordinary and course every day doctrin, which he preached to the meaner & vulgar, but that he had higher speculations which he imparted to those of an higher Form,
and the power of God, were but his ordinary and course every day Doctrine, which he preached to the meaner & Vulgar, but that he had higher speculations which he imparted to those of an higher From,
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and by all their sweet words cannot be brought to relish their Traditions, which (as Irenaeus and other of the Ancients plainly shew) have been all along the subterfuge of Hereticks,
and by all their sweet words cannot be brought to relish their Traditions, which (as Irnaeus and other of the Ancients plainly show) have been all along the subterfuge of Heretics,
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before the signing of the Canon of the New Testament which we grant, and although the Apostle 2 Thes. 2. 15. (a place which the Papists much triumph in) commandeth his Thessalonians to stand fast, and to hold the Traditions which they had been taught,
before the signing of the Canon of the New Testament which we grant, and although the Apostle 2 Thebes 2. 15. (a place which the Papists much triumph in) commands his Thessalonians to stand fast, and to hold the Traditions which they had been taught,
whether by word or his Epistle, yet for all that, they must give us leave to hold fast to the Scripture, till they shall be able fully and clearly to prove,
whither by word or his Epistle, yet for all that, they must give us leave to hold fast to the Scripture, till they shall be able Fully and clearly to prove,
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2. That there are now as immediate and infallible inspirations, and manifestations of Gods will as there was to the faithfull before the writing of the Old Testament,
2. That there Are now as immediate and infallible inspirations, and manifestations of God's will as there was to the faithful before the writing of the Old Testament,
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Such extraordinary Manifestations, we, for our parts, do not pretend to, and that we cannot think that they are made to the Romish Antichrist, it is not from want of charity,
Such extraordinary Manifestations, we, for our parts, do not pretend to, and that we cannot think that they Are made to the Romish Antichrist, it is not from want of charity,
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3. That for the substantials of faith and life (for of eternall circumstantials I now speak not) there be any such Divine or Apostolicall Traditions which the Apostles vivâ voce preached and delivered from hand to hand, which were not for substance written in the Old Testament before, Acts 26. 22. or not in the New Testament afterwards.
3. That for the substantials of faith and life (for of Eternal circumstantials I now speak not) there be any such Divine or Apostolical Traditions which the Apostles vivâ voce preached and Delivered from hand to hand, which were not for substance written in the Old Testament before, Acts 26. 22. or not in the New Testament afterwards.
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but partly such errors and superstitions, and partly such ridiculous fooleries, as are not fit to be much lesse in the sacred writings, much lesse in the sacred Writ.
but partly such errors and superstitions, and partly such ridiculous fooleries, as Are not fit to be much less in the sacred writings, much less in the sacred Writ.
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But for what ever is necessary to be known or practised in order to salvation, we must believe Irenaeus, saying, Quod tunc praeconiaverunt, postea per Dei voluntatem in Scripturis nobis tradiderunt, till they be able to prove the contrary;
But for what ever is necessary to be known or practised in order to salvation, we must believe Irnaeus, saying, Quod tunc praeconiaverunt, postea per Dei voluntatem in Scriptures nobis tradiderunt, till they be able to prove the contrary;
and mean while we are confident, that this expression of Irenaeus, in Scripturis nobis tradiderunt, and yet more evidently that place to the Thessalonians, which they so much urge, where they are exhorted to hold the Traditions which they had been taught,
and mean while we Are confident, that this expression of Irnaeus, in Scriptures nobis tradiderunt, and yet more evidently that place to the Thessalonians, which they so much urge, where they Are exhorted to hold the Traditions which they had been taught,
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and is there called Tradition. Such traditions, and so written we allow to be within the compasse of this Form of sound Words; but not (first) Humane unwritten, or Popish forged Traditions.
and is there called Tradition. Such traditions, and so written we allow to be within the compass of this From of found Words; but not (First) Humane unwritten, or Popish forged Traditions.
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These the Papists decry as loud as we, Non enim novis revelationibus nunc regitur Ecclesia, saith Bellarmine: though, by their favour, they cannot so easily wash their hands of them,
These the Papists decry as loud as we, Non enim Novis revelationibus nunc regitur Ecclesia, Says Bellarmine: though, by their favour, they cannot so Easily wash their hands of them,
whilest according to their Doctrine, the last resolution of matters of faith is to be made into the determination of the Pope, and that as infallibly directed by Divine Revelation as his Sycophants would flatter him:
whilst according to their Doctrine, the last resolution of matters of faith is to be made into the determination of the Pope, and that as infallibly directed by Divine Revelation as his sycophants would flatter him:
So that thereby he is made the prime and greatest Enthusiast. An artifice wch seducers in all ages have made use of to conciliate the more credit to their delusions, by intituling them to Divine Revelation. I do not here speak of Numae 's Aegeria, or Mahomets Dove, or the practises of other Heathen Founders of Commonwealths, who out of craft and policy to gain more reverence and obedience to their lawes and government have deluded their silly people into a belief of their being appointed by divine inspirations:
So that thereby he is made the prime and greatest Enthusiast. an artifice which seducers in all ages have made use of to conciliate the more credit to their delusions, by intituling them to Divine Revelation. I do not Here speak of Numae is Aegeria, or Mahomets Dove, or the practises of other Heathen Founders of Commonwealths, who out of craft and policy to gain more Reverence and Obedience to their laws and government have deluded their silly people into a belief of their being appointed by divine inspirations:
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But even in the Church of God, the Apostles in their times gave warning of such as pretended the Spirit, 2 Thess. 2. 2. As also charge and direction how to try them, 1 Tim. 4. 1. 1 John 4. 1, 2, 3. 6. The Nicholaitans of old, Swenckfield and the Familists of Germany in the former age,
But even in the Church of God, the Apostles in their times gave warning of such as pretended the Spirit, 2 Thess 2. 2. As also charge and direction how to try them, 1 Tim. 4. 1. 1 John 4. 1, 2, 3. 6. The Nicolaitans of old, Swenckfield and the Familists of Germany in the former age,
but even of the holy Scriptures also, which to them is but a dead Letter, a Covenant of works: &c. And before their new lights, such shadows must fly away:
but even of the holy Scriptures also, which to them is but a dead letter, a Covenant of works: etc. And before their new lights, such shadows must fly away:
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so these in theirs make account that the Spirit revealeth to them higher and more hidden mysteries then the Scriptures teach or contain, such indeed as are not onely besides,
so these in theirs make account that the Spirit Revealeth to them higher and more hidden Mysteres then the Scriptures teach or contain, such indeed as Are not only beside,
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a most proud and dangerous delusion, and therfore Austins watchword in regard of such is, Caveamus tales tentationes superbissimas & periculosissimas;
a most proud and dangerous delusion, and Therefore Austins watchword in regard of such is, Caveamus tales temptations superbissimas & periculosissimas;
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and directed them to write the Scriptures, one of the Books whereof bears the name of the Revelation. But I pray know too, that these Revelations were on purpose vouchsafed to give us a standard of Scripture, by which we might discover the impostures of those other fained Revelations.
and directed them to write the Scriptures, one of the Books whereof bears the name of the Revelation. But I pray know too, that these Revelations were on purpose vouchsafed to give us a standard of Scripture, by which we might discover the Impostors of those other feigned Revelations.
But never thereby put upon others either to believe or do any thing above, much lesse contrary to the Scripture, in all which our chief pretenders to Revelations are notoriously exorbitant;
But never thereby put upon Others either to believe or do any thing above, much less contrary to the Scripture, in all which our chief pretenders to Revelations Are notoriously exorbitant;
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that none of our Doctors may have cause with shame to confesse, as some of the Popish Schoole-Doctors have done, that when they were 50. years old, they had never read any of the Scripture,
that none of our Doctors may have cause with shame to confess, as Some of the Popish Schoole-Doctors have done, that when they were 50. Years old, they had never read any of the Scripture,
but what onely they met with in Hierom and the Canon-law: And as Carolostadius acknowledgeth that it was seven years after he was Doctor, that he began to read the Bible. Nay, post galeros & infulas, after some have been Bishops and Cardinals (Canus complaineth) Non Prophetas, non Apostolos, non Evangelistas, sed Cicerones, Platones, &c. You should see in their hands not the Bible but Tully, or Plato, or Aristotle. Quibus Averroes Paulus est; Alexander Aphrodisaeus, Petrus; Aristoteles, Christus; Plato non Divinus, sed Deus:
but what only they met with in Hieronymus and the Canon law: And as Carolostadius acknowledgeth that it was seven Years After he was Doctor, that he began to read the bible. Nay, post galeros & infulas, After Some have been Bishops and Cardinals (Canus Complaineth) Non Prophets, non Apostles, non Evangelists, said Cicerones, Platones, etc. You should see in their hands not the bible but Tully, or Plato, or Aristotle. Quibus Averroes Paulus est; Alexander Aphrodisaeus, Peter; Aristoteles, Christus; Plato non Divine, sed Deus:
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to whom Averroes is their Paul, Aphrodisaeus their Peter, Aristotle in stead of Christ, and Plato no longer onely Divine, but a Deity: In all whose books some now adayes become so learned, that although they cannot finde Christ in them,
to whom Averroes is their Paul, Aphrodisaeus their Peter, Aristotle in stead of christ, and Plato no longer only Divine, but a Deity: In all whose books Some now adays become so learned, that although they cannot find christ in them,
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Others to Timothy receiving: As telling him, that if he would hold them fast (as in the first words he exhorted him) it must be by faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.
Others to Timothy receiving: As telling him, that if he would hold them fast (as in the First words he exhorted him) it must be by faith and love which is in christ jesus.
So Oecumenius paraphraseth the Text, containing Credenda, Agenda, all things both concerning Doctrine and Conversation. 3. Especially and most expresly containing the substantials of godliness;
So Oecumenius Paraphraseth the Text, containing Credenda, Agenda, all things both Concerning Doctrine and Conversation. 3. Especially and most expressly containing the substantials of godliness;
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Let Nominals and Rationals dispute, but let Reals beleeve and love; let light heads and vain hearts busie their brains with Notions and Niceties, (the onely oyle which feeds the blaze of many of our Saints zeal,
Let Nominals and Rationals dispute, but let Reals believe and love; let Light Heads and vain hearts busy their brains with Notions and Niceties, (the only oil which feeds the blaze of many of our Saints zeal,
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But yet so as that most conceive this clause to adde a restriction, telling us, that it is not every kinde of faith and love, that is to be held so fast,
But yet so as that most conceive this clause to add a restriction, telling us, that it is not every kind of faith and love, that is to be held so fast,
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As in the Apostles times severall combinations of Hereticks, as there were Sects and Fraternities enough of Heathen Philosophers and their followers, whose books and disputes were often better then themselves,
As in the Apostles times several combinations of Heretics, as there were Sects and Fraternities enough of Heathen Philosophers and their followers, whose books and disputes were often better then themselves,
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as to be injurious to Christ? by thinking that he would needlesly and lavishly shed his blood to purchase that Salvation which they could compass without him,
as to be injurious to christ? by thinking that he would needlessly and lavishly shed his blood to purchase that Salvation which they could compass without him,
and Justin Martyr must be judged too prodigal of his life in provoking Crescens the Philosopher to be a means of taking it away, by calling them Theeves and deceivers: and he said therein no more,
and Justin Martyr must be judged too prodigal of his life in provoking Crescens the Philosopher to be a means of taking it away, by calling them Thieves and deceivers: and he said therein no more,
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then what Christ himself had before said of others like them, that all that came before him were theeves and robbers, and that the sheep did not hear them, John 10. 7, 8, 9. I wish we did not too much,
then what christ himself had before said of Others like them, that all that Come before him were thieves and robbers, and that the sheep did not hear them, John 10. 7, 8, 9. I wish we did not too much,
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and then this Heathenish morality would appear, at least comparatively, a flat dull thing, were we more acquainted with Christ, so as experimentally to know what that NONLATINALPHABET, that super-excellent knowledge of him meant all other knowledge,
and then this Heathenish morality would appear, At least comparatively, a flat dull thing, were we more acquainted with christ, so as experimentally to know what that, that superexcellent knowledge of him meant all other knowledge,
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But let divine sparks fly upward and we that are so studious of truth, let us above all study the truth of the Gospel, Gal. 2. 5. the truth as it is in Jesus, Ephes. 4. 21. hold fast the faith which is in Christ Jesus, as it is in the Text.
But let divine sparks fly upward and we that Are so studious of truth, let us above all study the truth of the Gospel, Gal. 2. 5. the truth as it is in jesus, Ephesians 4. 21. hold fast the faith which is in christ jesus, as it is in the Text.
And if it be that, Then be sure to hold it fast, which is the last particular in the Text, which is our duty to be pressed upon us as the Application of the whole,
And if it be that, Then be sure to hold it fast, which is the last particular in the Text, which is our duty to be pressed upon us as the Application of the Whole,
and as Christ said to the Church of Thyatira, unto you and as many as have not this doctrine (viz. of the Prophetess Jezabel) and which have not known the depths of Satan, I will put upon you none other burden,
and as christ said to the Church of Thyatira, unto you and as many as have not this Doctrine (viz. of the Prophetess Jezebel) and which have not known the depths of Satan, I will put upon you none other burden,
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as the word, is often taken, Revel. 6. 9. and many other places NONLATINALPHABET, nay NONLATINALPHABET, Tit. 1. 9. hold we it so fast against all opposition that no strength of man or divel may force us from it,
as the word, is often taken, Revel. 6. 9. and many other places, nay, Tit. 1. 9. hold we it so fast against all opposition that no strength of man or Devil may force us from it,
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1. It is Heavens pledge v. 14. with which God hath betrusted us, as our souls are our pledge, v. 12. which we trust God with, be we as carefull of his pledge,
1. It is Heavens pledge v. 14. with which God hath betrusted us, as our Souls Are our pledge, v. 12. which we trust God with, be we as careful of his pledge,
How sad will our doom be if our case prove like his, 1 King. 20. 39, 40. 2. It is our godly forefathers bequest which they have conveyed to us their posterity;
How sad will our doom be if our case prove like his, 1 King. 20. 39, 40. 2. It is our godly Forefathers bequest which they have conveyed to us their posterity;
yet at least with the decayed Churches of Ephesus and Sardis, let us Remember from whence we are fallen, and how we have once received and heard, and hold fast and repent.
yet At least with the decayed Churches of Ephesus and Sardis, let us remember from whence we Are fallen, and how we have once received and herd, and hold fast and Repent.
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Repent that in any measure our hand-hold hath been loosned, and now the Second time take faster hold on that faith and truth, once delivered to the Saints:
repent that in any measure our hand-hold hath been loosened, and now the Second time take faster hold on that faith and truth, once Delivered to the Saints:
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and this overcoming many and soar conflicts, but be we faithfull in the conflict, and then we may be sure of the Conquest, Magna est veritas & praevalebit.
and this overcoming many and soar conflicts, but be we faithful in the conflict, and then we may be sure of the Conquest, Magna est veritas & praevalebit.
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Ʋt justonum manus quae p•ius erant quasi devinctae, & quarum motus compositi erant ad Dei arbitrium, nunc quasi solutae ad peccandi licentiam ferantur. Calvin in Psal. 125. 3.
Ʋt justonum manus Quae p•ius Erant quasi devinctae, & Whom motus compositi Erant ad Dei Arbitrium, nunc quasi solutae ad Peccandi licentiam ferantur. calvin in Psalm 125. 3.
See the English Annot. on 1 Sam. 21. 1. though B•rtram. conceiveth it to have been removed from Nob before Sauls time. de Rep. Jud. cap. 15. pag. 248.
See the English Annot on 1 Sam. 21. 1. though B•rtram. conceiveth it to have been removed from Nob before Saul's time. de Rep. Jud. cap. 15. page. 248.
Prefat. ad Confess. Atque etiam sit Res propria Remonstrantibus, qua ab omnibus aliis in tota Christianit•te p•aecisis s•ctis disernuntur. Synod. Remonstra. cap. 3.
Preface. ad Confess. Atque etiam sit Rest propria Remonstrantibus, qua ab omnibus Others in tota Christianit•te p•aecisis s•ctis disernuntur. Synod. Remonstrate. cap. 3.
