A disswasive from contention being a sermon preached and designed for the last itineration of the King's preachers in the county Palatine of Lancaster / by Zachary Taylor ...
My Design therefore is, to invite all those, that are the Sons of Peace, to Peace and Ʋnity, Ʋniformity and Charity, by exposing the Dreadful Consequences of Animosities and Divisions: and by admonishing them of some Wasting Impieties, which are the Inseparable Adjuncts of their Separation. For when they apprehend the Guilt, we may hope they will be wise enough to avoid the Danger.
My Design Therefore is, to invite all those, that Are the Sons of Peace, to Peace and Ʋnity, Ʋniformity and Charity, by exposing the Dreadful Consequences of Animosities and Divisions: and by admonishing them of Some Wasting Impieties, which Are the Inseparable Adjuncts of their Separation. For when they apprehend the Gilded, we may hope they will be wise enough to avoid the Danger.
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Our Saviour gives us this Characteristick to distinguish of False Prophets; You shall know them by their Fruits, Mat. 7.16. i. e. by such Emergencies as are the natural Effects of their Principles, or unreproved Practices.
Our Saviour gives us this Characteristic to distinguish of False prophets; You shall know them by their Fruits, Mathew 7.16. i. e. by such Emergencies as Are the natural Effects of their Principles, or unreproved Practices.
The common Effects, I say, for I acknowledge it (and I wish our Brethren would do so to) an injustice to charge Impiety upon a Party, which neither favour it by their Positions,
The Common Effects, I say, for I acknowledge it (and I wish our Brothers would do so to) an injustice to charge Impiety upon a Party, which neither favour it by their Positions,
And what the Guilt of our Dissentions are, unto that Faction that foment them, will appear in the Discussing of this Aphorisme. The beginning of strife, &c. The Words are a Disswasive from Dissention, and by representing the Original, Progress and Effect thereof, advise us to leave off Contention before it grow Tumultuous, which is the Importance of our Translation, NONLATINALPHABET In Hithp. antequam immisceatse.
And what the Gilded of our Dissensions Are, unto that Faction that foment them, will appear in the Discussing of this Aphorism. The beginning of strife, etc. The Words Are a Dissuasive from Dissension, and by representing the Original, Progress and Effect thereof, Advice us to leave off Contention before it grow Tumultuous, which is the Importance of our translation, In Hithp. antequam immisceatse.
For it is not properly Contention, till the adverse Party meddels or joyneth Issue, till there be, what the Original implies, A reciprocation of the Quarrel;
For it is not properly Contention, till the adverse Party meddels or Joineth Issue, till there be, what the Original Implies, A reciprocation of the Quarrel;
3. In the Event is fatal, may overflow, and Deluge the Country; and so Theodotion renders it, NONLATINALPHABET, The beginning of Strife is an Inundation of Waters.
3. In the Event is fatal, may overflow, and Deluge the Country; and so Theodotion renders it,, The beginning of Strife is an Inundation of Waters.
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I shall not insist upon the Propriety of the Holy Spirits resembling Sects and Parties unto a Confluence of Waters; nor the Madness of the People, to the Raging of the Sea. Psal. 89.9. but apply my self,
I shall not insist upon the Propriety of the Holy Spirits resembling Sects and Parties unto a Confluence of Waters; nor the Madness of the People, to the Raging of the Sea. Psalm 89.9. but apply my self,
and inconsiderate Action (for I would have the Charity to believe, that our Difference was no design of Malice) implies the matto be light and small of little moment, or importance. And so indeed it is.
and inconsiderate Actium (for I would have the Charity to believe, that our Difference was no Design of Malice) Implies the matto be Light and small of little moment, or importance. And so indeed it is.
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We are agreed as to the Substance of Religion, and our Brethren Glory, that they can prove their Doctrine by the Authority of our Articles and Homilies. They come nearer yet;
We Are agreed as to the Substance of Religion, and our Brothers Glory, that they can prove their Doctrine by the authority of our Articles and Homilies. They come nearer yet;
and as God said of his People so we, Oh that there was such an heart in them! Deut. 5.29. Indeed occasionally they can joyn our Communion, but is not this an evidence against them;
and as God said of his People so we, O that there was such an heart in them! Deuteronomy 5.29. Indeed occasionally they can join our Communion, but is not this an evidence against them;
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The Quarrel is De lana Caprina, even in the literal sense about Habits and Vestments, Whether a Cloke be not more Decent in the worship of God then a Gown, or Surplice.?
The Quarrel is De lana Caprina, even in the literal sense about Habits and Vestments, Whither a Cloak be not more Decent in the worship of God then a Gown, or Surplice.?
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Whether a Liturgy in which the People bear a part (whence it is call'd the Common Prayer, being performed in Common, by the Flock, and Pastor ) be not a Worship, full as Edifying,
Whither a Liturgy in which the People bear a part (whence it is called the Common Prayer, being performed in Common, by the Flock, and Pastor) be not a Worship, full as Edifying,
Whether it be a Super-erogation of Devotion, to set apart and consecrate some Common Dayes to the Worship of God, in which we may Commemorate what was therin transacted, the more Eminent instances of the Mystery of our Redemption?
Whither it be a Supererogation of Devotion, to Set apart and consecrate Some Common Days to the Worship of God, in which we may Commemorate what was therein transacted, the more Eminent instances of the Mystery of our Redemption?
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Whether the Religious Education of Infants, may not be prudently secured, by requiring Parents to provide Sponsors; either to Rebuke their negligence, if themselves should be slack,
Whither the Religious Education of Infants, may not be prudently secured, by requiring Parents to provide Sponsors; either to Rebuke their negligence, if themselves should be slack,
Whether Confirmation, the Laying on of Hands, or the Blessing of the Bishop, upon the Confession of a Novices Faith, be not an Advantagious Expedient for the Grounding Youth, in the Princeples of the True Religion?
Whither Confirmation, the Laying on of Hands, or the Blessing of the Bishop, upon the Confessi of a novices Faith, be not an Advantageous Expedient for the Grounding Youth, in the Princeples of the True Religion?
In short, Whether the Communicating with the Primitive Christians, in such Rites, and Ceremonies, as they duly practised before the See of Rome usurped upon the Western Church: can be a Symbolizing with the present Papacy? Or if you please,
In short, Whither the Communicating with the Primitive Christians, in such Rites, and Ceremonies, as they duly practised before the See of Room usurped upon the Western Church: can be a Symbolizing with the present Papacy? Or if you please,
then tenacious of their own Opinions. One of the last Legacies that Christ bequeathed unto his Church was Peace, my Peace I leave with you, my Peace I give unto you Joh. 14.27. One of the last Prayers, that he offered to his Father was for Unity, Holy Father keep them, That they may be one as we are one, Joh. 11. The first descriptcion, that you meet with of the Church;
then tenacious of their own Opinions. One of the last Legacies that christ bequeathed unto his Church was Peace, my Peace I leave with you, my Peace I give unto you John 14.27. One of the last Prayers, that he offered to his Father was for Unity, Holy Father keep them, That they may be one as we Are one, John 11. The First descriptcion, that you meet with of the Church;
is taken from her Uniformity, and her Disciples Unaminity Act. 2.42. & c. 4.32. Such Inclinations hath the Religion, Christ came to settle unto Peace and Ʋnity, that it is most Emphatically stiled, The Gospel of Peace; Ephe. 6.16. The Title that he bears, is, The Prince of Peace, Isai. 9.6.
is taken from her Uniformity, and her Disciples Unaminity Act. 2.42. & c. 4.32. Such Inclinations hath the Religion, christ Come to settle unto Peace and Ʋnity, that it is most Emphatically styled, The Gospel of Peace; Ephes 6.16. The Title that he bears, is, The Prince of Peace, Isaiah 9.6.
The Majesty we Worship is the God, the Lord, the King of Peace. Disciples, the Sons of Peace. Apostles and Ministers, the Ambassadors, the Counsellors of Peace. In a word,
The Majesty we Worship is the God, the Lord, the King of Peace. Disciples, the Sons of Peace. Apostles and Ministers, the ambassadors, the Counsellors of Peace. In a word,
And can there be a Zealot that would unravel all this, frustrate God's Promise, and dispence with this Christian Duty; for the Sake of a few Rites, and little Ceremonies. I am sorry, that we have occasion to lament there should be such:
And can there be a Zealot that would unravel all this, frustrate God's Promise, and dispense with this Christian Duty; for the Sake of a few Rites, and little Ceremonies. I am sorry, that we have occasion to lament there should be such:
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But rather, then reflect on their Infirmity; I shall intreat their Devotion, to joyn with us, in Praying for the Peace of Jerusalem, Psal. 122.6. For alas!
But rather, then reflect on their Infirmity; I shall entreat their Devotion, to join with us, in Praying for the Peace of Jerusalem, Psalm 122.6. For alas!
For when we laboured for Peace, and spoke unto them thereof, they made themselves ready for Battle, Psal. 120.7. which, how they have promoted comes to be considered under.
For when we laboured for Peace, and spoke unto them thereof, they made themselves ready for Battle, Psalm 120.7. which, how they have promoted comes to be considered under.
And on the Hopes of their Ingenuity, either admitting the Truth, or informing my Ignorance; I take the Freedom to tell them, that Misrepresentations, and Mistakes, Falsities, and Fictions were the Incentives of these Divisions. for,
And on the Hope's of their Ingenuity, either admitting the Truth, or informing my Ignorance; I take the Freedom to tell them, that Misrepresentations, and Mistakes, Falsities, and Fictions were the Incentives of these Divisions. for,
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They might be ashamed of such a Calumny: And I desire, they would advise with Casuists, of their own Denomination, and these will tell them, That Ceremonies which God establisheth, are indeed the Worship of God;
They might be ashamed of such a Calumny: And I desire, they would Advice with Casuists, of their own Denomination, and these will tell them, That Ceremonies which God Establisheth, Are indeed the Worship of God;
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Were bare Ceremonies the cause of our Desertion? or what do you mean by these Notorious Falsities? Do we frame New Articles of Faith, or equallize Tradition unto Scripture? Do we subject the Scepter to the Crosier, or arrogate Infallibility unto our Church? Do we offer Sacrafice for the Quick and Dead? or do Transubstantiation, Purgatory, and he like, come out off our Mint? Or do you meet any of our Church, that will justifie Rome, as you do us;
Were bore Ceremonies the cause of our Desertion? or what do you mean by these Notorious Falsities? Do we frame New Articles of Faith, or equalise Tradition unto Scripture? Do we Subject the Sceptre to the Crosier, or arrogate Infallibility unto our Church? Do we offer Sacrifice for the Quick and Dead? or do Transubstantiation, Purgatory, and he like, come out off our Mint? Or do you meet any of our Church, that will justify Room, as you do us;
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Yet, the Imposers you will say were Culpable, and the Guilt, if there be any, lies at their Door. By the same Example, Malefactors may cry out upon the Law: Traitors at the Prince: and Sinners against their God. But let us scan it seriously:
Yet, the Imposers you will say were Culpable, and the Gilded, if there be any, lies At their Door. By the same Exampl, Malefactors may cry out upon the Law: Traitors At the Prince: and Sinners against their God. But let us scan it seriously:
And though you would mischieveously insinuate, as though, our Governors should have designedly contrived these, for so many Snares, and Gins upon the Conscience. Be informed my Brethren;
And though you would mischieveously insinuate, as though, our Governors should have designedly contrived these, for so many Snares, and Begins upon the Conscience. Be informed my Brothers;
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for all they did was this. When other Rites were abolished, they reserved these, unabrogated. They made no Positive Act, whereby they did create, or Originally enact them;
for all they did was this. When other Rites were abolished, they reserved these, unabrogated. They made no Positive Act, whereby they did create, or Originally enact them;
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But mistake not Submission unto Governors as inconsistent with your Christian Liberty To withdraw is Extravagancy: it is Licentiousness, and not Liberty. That very useing of it for a Cloak of Maliciousness, which the Apostle reproveth, 1. Pet. 2.16. Christian Liberty, is an Exemption from the Jewish Paedagogy; a Manumission from that Yoak, that our Fathers could not bear, Gal. 4.5.
But mistake not Submission unto Governors as inconsistent with your Christian Liberty To withdraw is Extravagancy: it is Licentiousness, and not Liberty. That very using of it for a Cloak of Maliciousness, which the Apostle Reproveth, 1. Pet. 2.16. Christian Liberty, is an Exemption from the Jewish Pedagogy; a Manumission from that Yoke, that our Father's could not bear, Gal. 4.5.
And beside this, I know no Liberty appositely appropriated to the Christian: for as it implies our Freedom from the Slavary of Sin, and Satan; it is Judaical, as much Christian. A Branch of that Oath, which God sware to Abraham, That we being delivered from the hands of our Enemies might serve him, in Holiness,
And beside this, I know no Liberty appositely appropriated to the Christian: for as it Implies our Freedom from the Slavary of since, and Satan; it is Judaical, as much Christian. A Branch of that Oath, which God sware to Abraham, That we being Delivered from the hands of our Enemies might serve him, in Holiness,
And so far is our Submitting unto Rites, and Ceremonies; from trespassing upon our Christian Liberty: that each one of these, is an Instance of that Freedom, which, Christ purchased for us.
And so Far is our Submitting unto Rites, and Ceremonies; from trespassing upon our Christian Liberty: that each one of these, is an Instance of that Freedom, which, christ purchased for us.
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and Forms, that they could not alter, nor dispence with Proselites, in such Rites, and Ceremonies; as with Men of disserent Climates, meet with as diverse a Construction.
and Forms, that they could not altar, nor dispense with Proselytes, in such Rites, and Ceremonies; as with Men of disserent Climates, meet with as diverse a Construction.
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Christ, to obviate that Infelicity, which, had been an unremoveable Impediment unto the Gospel; hath wholly delegated this Authority to the Pleasure of his Church;
christ, to obviate that Infelicity, which, had been an unremovable Impediment unto the Gospel; hath wholly delegated this authority to the Pleasure of his Church;
requiring no more, then that all things be done Decently, and according to an Order, 1 Cor. 14.40. NONLATINALPHABET, by a Canon, or Injuncton; for so the word, without the least Impropriety of Signification, doth import:
requiring no more, then that all things be done Decently, and according to an Order, 1 Cor. 14.40., by a Canon, or Injuncton; for so the word, without the least Impropriety of Signification, does import:
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Whence they to whom this Language was Vulgar, term their Rules of Discipline, NONLATINALPHABET, And so the English that follows Beza's Traslation, renders the Text;
Whence they to whom this Language was vulgar, term their Rules of Discipline,, And so the English that follows Beza's translation, renders the Text;
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So far is our Christian Liberty from Interfering with Authority, that whosoever extends it beyond these Limits, is no other than the Advocate of Confusion.
So Far is our Christian Liberty from Interfering with authority, that whosoever extends it beyond these Limits, is no other than the Advocate of Confusion.
But I would gladly ask, Did your Conscience, of it self, frame these Scruples; or, were they instill'd by Education, Converse, Interest, Affection? &c. If the former, is not your Conscience defiled, and erronious? Tit. 1.15.
But I would gladly ask, Did your Conscience, of it self, frame these Scruples; or, were they instilled by Education, Converse, Interest, Affection? etc. If the former, is not your Conscience defiled, and erroneous? Tit. 1.15.
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But if the prospect of Interest, or Ambition, or such By-Considerations, incline your Will, 'tis possible, from desiring that an Opinion might be true, you may believe it is true;
But if the prospect of Interest, or Ambition, or such By-Considerations, incline your Will, it's possible, from desiring that an Opinion might be true, you may believe it is true;
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For it is neither Miracle, nor Monster with them, that a Church - man should carry a Pope in his Belly. But, pray what do you mean by Popery? Nay, to this day, they never yet would tell us:
For it is neither Miracle, nor Monster with them, that a Church - man should carry a Pope in his Belly. But, pray what do you mean by Popery? Nay, to this day, they never yet would tell us:
But where's the Danger, that you storm so loudly? Have we Innovated in our Articles? Are our Homilies disown'd? Or our Liturgy rejected? No, this would be joyful News unto the Brotherhood. But do not these accord with Popery? As much as Light with Darkness; or Christ with Belial. And be awaked, my Brethren;
But where's the Danger, that you storm so loudly? Have we Innovated in our Articles? are our Homilies disowned? Or our Liturgy rejected? No, this would be joyful News unto the Brotherhood. But do not these accord with Popery? As much as Light with Darkness; or christ with Belial. And be awaked, my Brothers;
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Is it we, that refuse to subscribe the Ordinances of the Reformation? Or, do we withdraw from the Oath of Supremacy, the Hanniball of Antichristian Ʋsurpation? Where then is the Charity, to represent us such Prostituted Wretches, as value neither Promises, nor Protestations; Oaths nor Subscriptions:
Is it we, that refuse to subscribe the Ordinances of the Reformation? Or, do we withdraw from the Oath of Supremacy, the Hannibal of Antichristian Ʋsurpation? Where then is the Charity, to represent us such Prostituted Wretches, as valve neither Promises, nor Protestations; Oaths nor Subscriptions:
when we cannot but hear a Celeusma, Hue and Cry sent after us, as Renegadoes of the Reformation? When we meet with Remonstances of the Growth of Popery, one Part after another:
when we cannot but hear a Celeusma, Hue and Cry sent After us, as Renegades of the Reformation? When we meet with Remonstrances of the Growth of Popery, one Part After Another:
as if nothing was wanting in our Reunion to that See, but only the Formality of a Reconciliation. For God's Sake, remember, these groundless Fears brought one Prince to the Block (whose Innocent Blood is perhaps now visited upon that Party;
as if nothing was wanting in our Reunion to that See, but only the Formality of a Reconciliation. For God's Sake, Remember, these groundless Fears brought one Prince to the Block (whose Innocent Blood is perhaps now visited upon that Party;
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God in his just Judgment, upon their Impenitency, giving them up to return to their Old Treasons, and in his Infinite Mercy towards our Loyalty, defeating their Conspiracy, and punishing their Rebellion ) and,
God in his just Judgement, upon their Impenitency, giving them up to return to their Old Treasons, and in his Infinite Mercy towards our Loyalty, defeating their conspiracy, and punishing their Rebellion) and,
unless Men had designed to make the Son succeed his Father, to the Block, as well as Crown, they stand in Duty obliged, to check these false Surmises, to cast out the Scorner, NONLATINALPHABET the Calumniator, that Contention may go out;
unless Men had designed to make the Son succeed his Father, to the Block, as well as Crown, they stand in Duty obliged, to check these false Surmises, to cast out the Scorner, the Calumniator, that Contention may go out;
And I cannot but observe, that their Exclamations against his late Majesty, and the Clergy, was in that very Juncto, when a Plot of the Papists, against his Sacred Person was discovered:
And I cannot but observe, that their Exclamations against his late Majesty, and the Clergy, was in that very Juncto, when a Plot of the Papists, against his Sacred Person was discovered:
an unanswerable Sign, that they dispaired of what the Phanaticks dissembled, that they feared; his Inclination unto Popery. I dare scarce run the Parallel.
an unanswerable Signen, that they despaired of what the Fanatics dissembled, that they feared; his Inclination unto Popery. I Dare scarce run the Parallel.
Were the Papists Plotting against his Present Majesty, an Evidence, what cool Affections he carried for their Superstition? and can there be another Faction, that would obtrude themselves into their Guilt,
Were the Papists Plotting against his Present Majesty, an Evidence, what cool Affections he carried for their Superstition? and can there be Another Faction, that would obtrude themselves into their Gilded,
The same Decoy, the more Jealous Privilegionists, by dreading an Invasion of their Liberty and Property. And though no Assurance is equal to Experience;
The same Decoy, the more Jealous Privilegionists, by dreading an Invasion of their Liberty and Property. And though no Assurance is equal to Experience;
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as Violations of the Prerogative been endured) is sufficient to ballance the conceited Omens of a Restless Faction. Indeed, amidst that multitude of Business, which they that hold the Stern of Government, do manage, it is not possible, but Inconveniences will happen;
as Violations of the Prerogative been endured) is sufficient to balance the conceited Omens of a Restless Faction. Indeed, amid that multitude of Business, which they that hold the Stern of Government, do manage, it is not possible, but Inconveniences will happen;
and there is not wanting Cursed Chams, who are pleased with the Discovery of their Father's Nakedness; Men, who improve and magnifie all their Mistakes;
and there is not wanting Cursed Chams, who Are pleased with the Discovery of their Father's Nakedness; Men, who improve and magnify all their Mistakes;
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Now, where lies the Christianity of this Censorious Humour? Charity, that Bond of Peace, NONLATINALPHABET, covers all things, 1 Cor. 13.7. Inclines men to conceal the Weakness of their Brethren; much more, of their Fathers;
Now, where lies the Christianity of this Censorious Humour? Charity, that Bound of Peace,, covers all things, 1 Cor. 13.7. Inclines men to conceal the Weakness of their Brothers; much more, of their Father's;
and is officious to hide a multitude of Sins, unsanctified Reason, that cries out, Humanum est errare, will become their Advocate. And how can you, that are not without Sin your selves, dare to throw a Stone at the Head of Majesty.
and is officious to hide a multitude of Sins, unsanctified Reason, that cries out, Humanum est errare, will become their Advocate. And how can you, that Are not without since your selves, Dare to throw a Stone At the Head of Majesty.
For, whereas at first, they did but justifie their selves, in not advancing to the height of Conformity. Now they begin to gather into Conventicles, to hear Doctrine, and exercise a Discipline more Pure; that is, more Arbitrary (whence they are named Puritans ) But neither as yet, do they forsake our Communion, but Halt betwixt God and Baal, 1 King. 18.21. Press a necessity of Fellowship with us, though among themselves, they afterwards (as a Bigot of their own, with as great Rudeness as Ignorance expressed it) would Serve God BETTER.
For, whereas At First, they did but justify their selves, in not advancing to the height of Conformity. Now they begin to gather into Conventicles, to hear Doctrine, and exercise a Discipline more Pure; that is, more Arbitrary (whence they Are nam Puritans) But neither as yet, do they forsake our Communion, but Halt betwixt God and Baal, 1 King. 18.21. Press a necessity of Fellowship with us, though among themselves, they afterwards (as a Bigot of their own, with as great Rudeness as Ignorance expressed it) would Serve God BETTER.
And how dutifully they have Scan'd this Directory: how diligently they have profited in this Science, examine with a little Patience, and you may be satisfied.
And how dutifully they have Scanned this Directory: how diligently they have profited in this Science, examine with a little Patience, and you may be satisfied.
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From their first Appearance to this present Age, they never wanted a Succession of Scurrility. There always have been Scorners that have fill'd the Chair, Psal. 1.1.
From their First Appearance to this present Age, they never wanted a Succession of Scurrility. There always have been Scorner's that have filled the Chair, Psalm 1.1.
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but under this Correction, from Bishop Jewel, down to Dr. Stillingfleet, Church and State, Prince and Prelate, have been wounded by these Arrows, their Bitter Words. It is an Accusation that needs little Proof;
but under this Correction, from Bishop Jewel, down to Dr. Stillingfleet, Church and State, Prince and Prelate, have been wounded by these Arrows, their Bitter Words. It is an Accusation that needs little Proof;
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and by their Measures of Paying Reverence to the Lord's Anointed, one would be apt to guess, that under the Gospel, God had revers'd the Methods of Obedience, Acts 23.5.
and by their Measures of Paying reverence to the Lord's Anointed, one would be apt to guess, that under the Gospel, God had reversed the Methods of obedience, Acts 23.5.
Caesars gracious Connivance, being grown to be a Priviledge of the People, no less than Parliament: all Men assuming as great Freedom to their Tongue as Thought.
Caesars gracious Connivance, being grown to be a Privilege of the People, no less than Parliament: all Men assuming as great Freedom to their Tongue as Thought.
Nor is he alone in this his Judgment, for the Apostles be of the same Mind, who give this Character of Temporizing Christians, That they despise Dominion, & speak evil of Dignities, Ju. 8.9. 2 Pet. 2.10. A Policy so Suspicious:
Nor is he alone in this his Judgement, for the Apostles be of the same Mind, who give this Character of Temporizing Christians, That they despise Dominion, & speak evil of Dignities, Ju. 8.9. 2 Pet. 2.10. A Policy so Suspicious:
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For Michael the Arch-Angel durst not bring against the very Devil (who questionless deserved it) a Railing Accusation; but meekly begg'd of God, that he would be pleased to rebuke him. And how his Temper suits unto the Gospel, which commands us, To pray for our Enemies, to bless them, which curse us;
For Michael the Arch-Angel durst not bring against the very devil (who questionless deserved it) a Railing Accusation; but meekly begged of God, that he would be pleased to rebuke him. And how his Temper suits unto the Gospel, which commands us, To pray for our Enemies, to bless them, which curse us;
But that men, who are sober, and conscientious (if we may believe them) that they should suffer either Head, or Hand; their Tounge, or Pen to touch the Lords Anointed,
But that men, who Are Sobrium, and conscientious (if we may believe them) that they should suffer either Head, or Hand; their Tongue, or Pen to touch the lords Anointed,
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And this brings the Difference unto a Formal Schism. They depart from us, and set up Altar against Altar, and Pulpit against Pulpit; Doctrine against Doctrine, and Worship against Worship. What is wanting to the Purity of their cause? they supply by the Impurity of their Lips,
And this brings the Difference unto a Formal Schism. They depart from us, and Set up Altar against Altar, and Pulpit against Pulpit; Doctrine against Doctrine, and Worship against Worship. What is wanting to the Purity of their cause? they supply by the Impurity of their Lips,
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Like the Stoick in Lucian, who, reduced to a Non-plus, cries out NONLATINALPHABET, So they deal with us, Base words, and Popery, are an Ample Confutation. And when, by these Artifices, they have rendered the Government uneasy, and the Governors odious.
Like the Stoic in Lucian, who, reduced to a Nonplus, cries out, So they deal with us, Base words, and Popery, Are an Ample Confutation. And when, by these Artifices, they have rendered the Government uneasy, and the Governors odious.
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That they are accountable for the Miscarriages of the Government, with many more. And how directly these tend to Sedition and Rebellion. I may be excus'd the Comment.
That they Are accountable for the Miscarriages of the Government, with many more. And how directly these tend to Sedition and Rebellion. I may be excused the Comment.
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if he be the Peoples Creature, there needs no more to the full Process of a Deposition, then the Declaration; We will not have this man to reign over us, Luk. 19.14.
if he be the Peoples Creature, there needs no more to the full Process of a Deposition, then the Declaration; We will not have this man to Reign over us, Luk. 19.14.
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that they may root out the Evil doers from the City of the Lord, Psal. 101.11. Force and Violence, Blood-shed and Murder, Plots and Conspiracies, Insurrections and Rebellions are the End of these Divisions. To this height hath the Quarrel about Modes and Habits, Gestures and Ceremonies risen.
that they may root out the Evil doers from the city of the Lord, Psalm 101.11. Force and Violence, Bloodshed and Murder, Plots and Conspiracies, Insurrections and Rebellions Are the End of these Divisions. To this height hath the Quarrel about Modes and Habits, Gestures and Ceremonies risen.
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Dear God! Is the life of man right, Dear in your Sight ( Psal. 116.15.) in their Eyes so cheap? Do we become obnoxious to Blood-shed, for enjoyning a few Innocent Rites, and Primitive Ceremonies? All that I shall say, is this.
Dear God! Is the life of man right, Dear in your Sighed (Psalm 116.15.) in their Eyes so cheap? Do we become obnoxious to Bloodshed, for enjoining a few Innocent Rites, and Primitive Ceremonies? All that I shall say, is this.
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The men that do these things, have either no Religion; or what is next to none, a Bad one. And what Temptation can you find in them, that you Caress them as your Countreys Patriots.
The men that do these things, have either no Religion; or what is next to none, a Bad one. And what Temptation can you find in them, that you Caress them as your Countries' Patriots.
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What David of old Age may with more Dolefulness he affirm'd of that, your life can be but Labour and Sorrow, Psal. 90.10. when your Person is impoverish'd, your Souls inslav'd, your Churches prophan'd your Religion gone.
What David of old Age may with more Dolefulness he affirmed of that, your life can be but Labour and Sorrow, Psalm 90.10. when your Person is impoverished, your Souls enslaved, your Churches profaned your Religion gone.
What at first, were no worse than Tolerabiles ineptiae, Levities that might be tolerated (the which was also spoken of Chrism, and Extream Unction, Rites that are now disused) are now grown to be Antichristian Impositions, and Prelatical Tyranny. Our Liturgy, which some of the Fraternity did verily believe, to be composed by the Assistance of the Holy Ghost, is now reproached as the Rags of Popery. Our Bishops, whom Beza prays for a perpetual Succession of;
What At First, were no Worse than Tolerabiles ineptiae, Levities that might be tolerated (the which was also spoken of Chrism, and Extreme Unction, Rites that Are now disused) Are now grown to be Antichristian Impositions, and Prelatical Tyranny. Our Liturgy, which Some of the Fraternity did verily believe, to be composed by the Assistance of the Holy Ghost, is now reproached as the Rags of Popery. Our Bishops, whom Beza prays for a perpetual Succession of;
and the Repulsion of whom, was Corah's Sin under the Law, and Aerius under the Gospel, are justled out with Ignominy, as Ithacian Priests, and Persecuting Prelates; as Men that hold the Stirrop for Popery to mount the Saddle. And our Kings, whom Calvin, by a Mistake of the meaning of that Title, which our Reformers gave them, The Supream Head of the Church, next under Christ, imagining what is not dream't of;
and the Repulsion of whom, was Corah's since under the Law, and Aerius under the Gospel, Are justled out with Ignominy, as Ithacian Priests, and Persecuting Prelates; as Men that hold the Stirrup for Popery to mount the Saddle. And our Kings, whom calvin, by a Mistake of the meaning of that Title, which our Reformers gave them, The Supreme Head of the Church, next under christ, imagining what is not dreamt of;
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are look't upon, as either Enemies of, or Inconvenient to the Priviledges of the Kirk. Of which, you have an Instance in the Scotch Commissioners, who taking notice of this Objection against the Presbyterial Government, That 'twas incompatible with Monarchy.
Are looked upon, as either Enemies of, or Inconvenient to the Privileges of the Kirk. Of which, you have an Instance in the Scotch Commissioners, who taking notice of this Objection against the Presbyterial Government, That 'twas incompatible with Monarchy.
The Pen is exchanged for the Sword; and a Combat of the Press, into a Battle of the Field. There is one thing behind, which as long as 'tis indulg'd, will both perpetuate our Difference, and amplify their Guilt: And that is,
The Pen is exchanged for the Sword; and a Combat of the Press, into a Battle of the Field. There is one thing behind, which as long as it's indulged, will both perpetuate our Difference, and amplify their Gilded: And that is,
5. Their Incredulity. They will believe no Evidence against their Affections: let it be written with the Beams of the Sun, it is obscure and dark to their Opticks. These are Men, Gifted, either to deny the Truth, or extenuate the Fact. A few Instances of fresh Memory, may give you Satisfaction.
5. Their Incredulity. They will believe no Evidence against their Affections: let it be written with the Beams of the Sun, it is Obscure and dark to their Optics. These Are Men, Gifted, either to deny the Truth, or extenuate the Fact. A few Instances of fresh Memory, may give you Satisfaction.
And an Head of the Faction, though he may have the Spirit above Measure, cannot well be supposed to have Strength enough to be his own Executioner. Innocent Men!
And an Head of the Faction, though he may have the Spirit above Measure, cannot well be supposed to have Strength enough to be his own Executioner. Innocent Men!
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that cannot find Spots in their own Children, but admire their Blemishes for Perfections, and their Moles for Beauties. Men of a strong Faith, that can believe their Plots the Fiction of their Enemies,
that cannot find Spots in their own Children, but admire their Blemishes for Perfections, and their Moles for Beauty's. Men of a strong Faith, that can believe their Plots the Fiction of their Enemies,
for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thy self; for thou that Judgest, dost the same things, Rom. 2.1. The Papists disown the Tenets we alledge against them, because they hear them not delivered in their Sermons:
for wherein thou Judges Another, thou Condemnest thy self; for thou that Judges, dost the same things, Rom. 2.1. The Papists disown the Tenets we allege against them, Because they hear them not Delivered in their Sermons:
and is not this your own Apology? Now, though we give a Reason for this Silence, That they be Doctrines, which the Apostle's Cannon is not to be applied to,
and is not this your own Apology? Now, though we give a Reason for this Silence, That they be Doctrines, which the Apostle's Cannon is not to be applied to,
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their Opinions being for the most expressed in a Forreign Language; and the Liberty of the Press (as they pretend) denied unto their Advocates. Whereas these ingross the Press with their Seditious Pamphlets, and scatter the Poison in their Mother-Language. Not that I can excuse either of them from the Pharisaical, Wilful, and Designed Calamity of those, Who having Eyes, will not see; having Ears, will not hear;
their Opinions being for the most expressed in a Foreign Language; and the Liberty of the Press (as they pretend) denied unto their Advocates. Whereas these ingross the Press with their Seditious Pamphlets, and scatter the Poison in their Mother-Language. Not that I can excuse either of them from the Pharisaical, Wilful, and Designed Calamity of those, Who having Eyes, will not see; having Ears, will not hear;
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And this Incredulity of Men, sided into Faction, is very much owing to the Nature of Contention; which darkens the Understanding, disturbs the Judgment, and infatuates the Reason: though I dare not exclude the Immediate Hand of God; who, in a just Judgment upon their Unchristian Divisions, may perhaps have given them over unto a Reprohate Mind. Rom. 1.28. These are the Consequences of our Dissentions, which, are the more to be lamented, in that othewise they seem to be Good Men;
And this Incredulity of Men, sided into Faction, is very much owing to the Nature of Contention; which darkens the Understanding, disturbs the Judgement, and infatuates the Reason: though I Dare not exclude the Immediate Hand of God; who, in a just Judgement upon their Unchristian Divisions, may perhaps have given them over unto a Reprohate Mind. Rom. 1.28. These Are the Consequences of our Dissensions, which, Are the more to be lamented, in that otherwise they seem to be Good Men;
and their own Conscience to determine, hoping they will be so just to their Souls Interest, to ponder it throughly) if this be their Condition? I must needs Query,
and their own Conscience to determine, hoping they will be so just to their Souls Interest, to ponder it thoroughly) if this be their Condition? I must needs Query,
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If it be not time to lay aside Animosities, and leave off Contention, because it hath been already too long meddled with? Which is the remaining Part of my Task.
If it be not time to lay aside Animosities, and leave off Contention, Because it hath been already too long meddled with? Which is the remaining Part of my Task.
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Sins of no Lighter a Dye, then Massacres, and Murders, Insurrections, and Rebellion. And what Sentence these must look for at the General Assizes; allow them but the Benefit of their Clergy, and they may read, though not escape thereby.
Sins of no Lighter a Die, then Massacres, and Murders, Insurrections, and Rebellion. And what Sentence these must look for At the General Assizes; allow them but the Benefit of their Clergy, and they may read, though not escape thereby.
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Heaven cast down the Rebellious Angels into Chains of Darkness: Paradise banished the Traitor Man, and keeps a Guard of Cherubins and a Flaming-Sword against him.
Heaven cast down the Rebellious Angels into Chains of Darkness: Paradise banished the Traitor Man, and keeps a Guard of Cherubim and a Flaming-Sword against him.
The very Earth admonish'd, opens her mouth to demand Justice against Corah, and his accursed Accomplices. Nor dare Hell it self pretend to Patronise an Insurrection, For if Satan be divided against Satan, How should his Kingdom stand.
The very Earth admonished, Opens her Mouth to demand justice against Corah, and his accursed Accomplices. Nor Dare Hell it self pretend to Patronise an Insurrection, For if Satan be divided against Satan, How should his Kingdom stand.
which speaks their Fixedness and Resolution. Had it been perpetrated in an Heat of Passion, the Excess would hove been some small (though sorry Apology ) for so base a Villany. But their Design was to sin with Caution;
which speaks their Fixedness and Resolution. Had it been perpetrated in an Heat of Passion, the Excess would hove been Some small (though sorry Apology) for so base a Villainy. But their Design was to since with Caution;
This is what those Divines make no mean Ingredient into the Sin against the Holy Ghost. For we cannot but imagine the Ingenuity of the Education, (which some glory in) could not but inform them what Rebellion was:
This is what those Divines make no mean Ingredient into the since against the Holy Ghost. For we cannot but imagine the Ingenuity of the Education, (which Some glory in) could not but inform them what Rebellion was:
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surely misconstrue so Legible a Text, They that resist, shall receive to themselves Damnation, Rom. 13.2. It was also against Signal Favours and Personal Obligations:
surely misconstrue so Legible a Text, They that resist, shall receive to themselves Damnation, Rom. 13.2. It was also against Signal Favours and Personal Obligations:
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and Ingratitude is an Inhumane Sin. The very Savages are obliged by Kindness, and the Lyons of the Forrest too generous to be undmindful of Beneficence. Seneca. Ingratum si dixeris, omnia dixeris.
and Ingratitude is an Inhumane Sin. The very Savages Are obliged by Kindness, and the Lyons of the Forest too generous to be undmindful of Beneficence. Senecca. Ungrateful si Dixers, omnia Dixers.
But the Party will say, And what's all this to us? Are we responsible for other Men's Excesses? Must we be chargable for their Extravagancy? God forbid, that I should believe all the Faction privy (much less consenting) to such horrid Villany;
But the Party will say, And what's all this to us? are we responsible for other Men's Excesses? Must we be chargeable for their Extravagancy? God forbid, that I should believe all the Faction privy (much less consenting) to such horrid Villainy;
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And whil'st they observe you so eagerly to imbibe their Principles, credit their Jealousies, pleased with their Libels, is it possible that they should believe, that you would ever boggle,
And whilst they observe you so eagerly to imbibe their Principles, credit their Jealousies, pleased with their Libels, is it possible that they should believe, that you would ever boggle,
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Would not you, (though exclaiming of the Treason) have protected and strengthened the Regicides? Should we not have heard some old Maxim assum'd, to accomodate your Associacions? And are not these Professions of Loyalty owing to such a Consideration,
Would not you, (though exclaiming of the Treason) have protected and strengthened the Regicides? Should we not have herd Some old Maxim assumed, to accommodate your Associacions? And Are not these Professions of Loyalty owing to such a Consideration,
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now therefore why speak ye not a word of bringing back the King? 2 Sam. 19.10. I accuse no one, by their own Conscience let them stand or fall. But to dismiss this.
now Therefore why speak you not a word of bringing back the King? 2 Sam. 19.10. I accuse no one, by their own Conscience let them stand or fallen. But to dismiss this.
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so far must your Schism bear the Guilt of their Presumption: and could you have the Impudence to wipe your mouth? you cannot truly say, You have done no Wickedness.
so Far must your Schism bear the Gilded of their Presumption: and could you have the Impudence to wipe your Mouth? you cannot truly say, You have done no Wickedness.
and knowing nothing, you should have been insnared into their Sedition, 2 Sam. 15.11. One would think, that the sad Effect of such specious Pretexts in the late War, would make Men Jealous of the same Events.
and knowing nothing, you should have been Ensnared into their Sedition, 2 Sam. 15.11. One would think, that the sad Effect of such specious Pretexts in the late War, would make Men Jealous of the same Events.
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For what a multitude was there, that would have laid down their Lives in exchange for his Majesty, who being decoy'd into the Cause, by that same Artifice, are not able to wash their Hands,
For what a multitude was there, that would have laid down their Lives in exchange for his Majesty, who being decoyed into the Cause, by that same Artifice, Are not able to wash their Hands,
and say with Pilate, I am Innocent of the Blood of this Just Person; See yee to it. Mat. 27.24. The Cause which hath inveigled you in so much Guilt, is small, about things of little Moment, and meer Indifferency: and the Lightness of the Cause aggravates the Blackness of the Sin. Moses enquires, Why do ye Wrong one to another, seeing that ye are Brethren, Act. 7.26.
and say with Pilate, I am Innocent of the Blood of this Just Person; See ye to it. Mathew 27.24. The Cause which hath inveigled you in so much Gilded, is small, about things of little Moment, and mere Indifferency: and the Lightness of the Cause aggravates the Blackness of the Sin. Moses enquires, Why do you Wrong one to Another, seeing that you Are Brothers, Act. 7.26.
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if it had not been a Matter of Wrong or Injustice, but Indifferency, that they quarrelled about? They certainly have little Regard to the Peace of Christ's Church, that can disturb it on such small Accounts.
if it had not been a Matter of Wrong or Injustice, but Indifferency, that they quarreled about? They Certainly have little Regard to the Peace of Christ's Church, that can disturb it on such small Accounts.
but a common Distinction would afford them Satisfaction, if they intended that, Viz. That in their Nature they remain Indifferent, though not in the Use;
but a Common Distinction would afford them Satisfaction, if they intended that, Viz. That in their Nature they remain Indifferent, though not in the Use;
The nature of Indifferency, St. Aug. his Rule will teach you, ' That which neither contradicts Faith nor Morality, is a thing Indifferent. And according to this Measure, we dare stand to your Verdict for the Indifferency of their Nature.
The nature of Indifferency, Saint Aug. his Rule will teach you, ' That which neither contradicts Faith nor Morality, is a thing Indifferent. And according to this Measure, we Dare stand to your Verdict for the Indifferency of their Nature.
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But the necessity of the Ʋse, the same Father doth impress from the Resolution of St. Ambrose, which he Celebrated as the Response of an Oracle; which is, To conform your selves unto the Rites and Customs of whatsoever Church you come to,
But the necessity of the Ʋse, the same Father does Impress from the Resolution of Saint Ambrose, which he Celebrated as the Response of an Oracle; which is, To conform your selves unto the Rites and Customs of whatsoever Church you come to,
And agreeable to this, is the Derivation that some produce of the word Ceremony, from the Hebrew NONLATINALPHABET to Anathematize or Excommunicate; as if we might infer, the Nonconformity thereto, to be a Guilt sufficient to incur that Censure.
And agreeable to this, is the Derivation that Some produce of the word Ceremony, from the Hebrew to Anathematise or Excommunicate; as if we might infer, the Nonconformity thereto, to be a Gilded sufficient to incur that Censure.
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There never yet ' was that Religion in the World, that did appear without them, Judaical, as well as Heathen, in what it was distinguished from the Natural, was nothing else but a System of Ceremonies; although their Institution was Divine. Whence St. August affirms positively, That there is no Religion whether true or false, that can subsist without Ceremonies. And Ʋrsin as dogmatically (who being no Episcopal Divine, I hope may have your Ear) That the Church may;
There never yet ' was that Religion in the World, that did appear without them, Judaical, as well as Heathen, in what it was distinguished from the Natural, was nothing Else but a System of Ceremonies; although their Institution was Divine. Whence Saint August affirms positively, That there is no Religion whither true or false, that can subsist without Ceremonies. And Ʋrsin as dogmatically (who being no Episcopal Divine, I hope may have your Ear) That the Church may;
For pray tell me, What are these Ecclesiastical Ordinances passed and ordained by the Small and Great Councils of the the City of Geneva, which the Ministers thereof promise,
For prey tell me, What Are these Ecclesiastical Ordinances passed and ordained by the Small and Great Councils of the the city of Geneva, which the Ministers thereof promise,
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the Church of England will be no more chargable with Impositions (unless the difference of words make the Grievance) than other Societies Ecclesiastical. Why then such Exclamations against her,
the Church of England will be no more chargeable with Impositions (unless the difference of words make the Grievance) than other Societies Ecclesiastical. Why then such Exclamations against her,
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Which, (after communicating therein with the Primitive Church) was a Motion of Charity, a Design thereby, to win upon the Papists: to give as little Scandal and Offence as possible.
Which, (After communicating therein with the Primitive Church) was a Motion of Charity, a Design thereby, to win upon the Papists: to give as little Scandal and Offence as possible.
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To convince them, that it was not Humour and Caprich, but Religion; not the Love of Innovation, but the Necessity of a Reformation, that made us withdraw:
To convince them, that it was not Humour and Caprich, but Religion; not the Love of Innovation, but the Necessity of a Reformation, that made us withdraw:
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that it was not such small Things as Ceremonies that we differed about (of which, this was an Evidence, that we enjoyned some) but Matters of Faith, and Articles of Salvation. We therefore are not ashamed to own what some, with more Malice than Judgment, do retort, That our Liturgy is composed out of the Breviary and Missal.
that it was not such small Things as Ceremonies that we differed about (of which, this was an Evidence, that we enjoined Some) but Matters of Faith, and Articles of Salvation. We Therefore Are not ashamed to own what Some, with more Malice than Judgement, do retort, That our Liturgy is composed out of the Breviary and Missal.
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Is it Disparagement to Gold, that it was mix'd with Lumber in the Oar? Is it Infamy unto Moses 's Seat, that Scribes and Pharisees did fill it? Mat. 23.2. No, by this we satisfie the World, that we emov'd no further from the Western Patriarch, than he had wandred from his Predecessors and the Truth. And hereby the Church of England (and she alone) gain'd such an Ascendant on the Papacy, as they never can be able to remove;
Is it Disparagement to Gold, that it was mixed with Lumber in the Oar? Is it Infamy unto Moses is Seat, that Scribes and Pharisees did fill it? Mathew 23.2. No, by this we satisfy the World, that we emoved no further from the Western Patriarch, than he had wandered from his Predecessors and the Truth. And hereby the Church of England (and she alone) gained such an Ascendant on the Papacy, as they never can be able to remove;
who by communicating with us for several Years, plainly did confess the Necessity of a Reformation; and as highly commend the Prudence of our Moderation.
who by communicating with us for several years, plainly did confess the Necessity of a Reformation; and as highly commend the Prudence of our Moderation.
And I wish that our Dissenting Brethren, would calmly remember, that the Papists were the only Faction, that at first were to be invited into our Communion. The Name of Puritan (unless amongst those of the Novatian Schism, the NONLATINALPHABET which is no great Credit to the ambitious Title) was not so much as heard of, till After-Times,
And I wish that our Dissenting Brothers, would calmly Remember, that the Papists were the only Faction, that At First were to be invited into our Communion. The Name of Puritan (unless among those of the Novatian Schism, the which is no great Credit to the ambitious Title) was not so much as herd of, till After-Times,
when Men had crossed the Seas, and gone a Pilgimage unto Geneva, they return'd infected with that Leaven, and set up for Gospellers, and afterwards Puritans.
when Men had crossed the Seas, and gone a Pilgimage unto Geneva, they returned infected with that Leaven, and Set up for Evangelists, and afterwards Puritans.
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What can be more charitable in this Case, than to recede no further than was necessary? That we might assure them, that our Proceedings were for the Honour of God, more than the Pleasure of Man. Reformation hath only Reference unto Errour: so that what may be retained without Errour, cannot well be rejected without Censure.
What can be more charitable in this Case, than to recede no further than was necessary? That we might assure them, that our Proceedings were for the Honour of God, more than the Pleasure of Man. Reformation hath only Referente unto Error: so that what may be retained without Error, cannot well be rejected without Censure.
On which ground 'twas thought convenient, in Q. Elizabeth 's Reign, to omit that Declaration in the Rubrick, concerning Kneeling at the Sacrament; that no Adoration was intended to it; (which both before and since, hath been inserted) and you have heard how successful it was.
On which ground 'twas Thought convenient, in Q. Elizabeth is Reign, to omit that Declaration in the Rubric, Concerning Kneeling At the Sacrament; that no Adoration was intended to it; (which both before and since, hath been inserted) and you have herd how successful it was.
I know Calvin doth inveigh against it, and reproacheth it as an old Fault in Bucer. But though he might deserve the Title of, Judicious, Bernardus non videt omnia. And it had been a happy Composition,
I know calvin does inveigh against it, and Reproacheth it as an old Fault in Bucer. But though he might deserve the Title of, Judicious, Bernard non videt omnia. And it had been a happy Composition,
if we could have won the Papists to have Reformed the Doctrines of Faith, upon the Terms of admitting more Circumstantials of Worship; which the Lutherans Adopt,
if we could have wone the Papists to have Reformed the Doctrines of Faith, upon the Terms of admitting more Circumstantials of Worship; which the Lutherans Adopt,
and some Divines of Note were willing to comply with, in the Business of the Interim, which press'd a Restitution of the old Popish Ceremonies; whose Judgment was this, (which I intreat our Brethren to ruminate,
and Some Divines of Note were willing to comply with, in the Business of the Interim, which pressed a Restitution of the old Popish Ceremonies; whose Judgement was this, (which I entreat our Brothers to ruminate,
And amongst their number, I find the Learned Melancthon, recorded by the Author of the late History of the Reformation; whose Solid Judgment this doth seem to relish.
And among their number, I find the Learned Melanchthon, recorded by the Author of the late History of the Reformation; whose Solid Judgement this does seem to relish.
or more to be desired (their Errours being greater, and their Guilt the deeper) deeper than the Dissenting Protestants, that we ought to have an Eye as tender unto them, in the maintaining,
or more to be desired (their Errors being greater, and their Gilded the Deeper) Deeper than the Dissenting Protestants, that we ought to have an Eye as tender unto them, in the maintaining,
And I appeal to any sober, moderate Dissenter, if admitting a Change in these Things Indifferent, we could have so solid and plausible an Argument to prevail upon the Romanist.
And I appeal to any Sobrium, moderate Dissenter, if admitting a Change in these Things Indifferent, we could have so solid and plausible an Argument to prevail upon the Romanist.
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Kneeling at the Eucharist, was traduc'd by John a Lasco, from the Polonian Arrians, who robbing Christ of his Divinity, and believing him no more than Man, to express the Coequality of their Natures, presum'd to sit with him at his Table.
Kneeling At the Eucharist, was traduced by John a Lasco, from the Polonian Arians, who robbing christ of his Divinity, and believing him no more than Man, to express the Coequality of their Nature's, presumed to fit with him At his Table.
The Identity of the Orders of Episcopacy, and Presbytery, is a Novel of the School-Divines; who supposing it the highest Ministerial Office (as if true, it must needs be) to make Christ a Body out of Bread; unite the Priest and Bishop in one Order, whence both the Papist and Presbyterian derive it.
The Identity of the Order of Episcopacy, and Presbytery, is a Novel of the School divines; who supposing it the highest Ministerial Office (as if true, it must needs be) to make christ a Body out of Bred; unite the Priest and Bishop in one Order, whence both the Papist and Presbyterian derive it.
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The Exclusion of the People, from bearing Part in the Worship of God, by their Suffrages and Voices, is an Injury which hath, prevailed ever since the Prayers were in an unknown Tongue;
The Exclusion of the People, from bearing Part in the Worship of God, by their Suffrages and Voices, is an Injury which hath, prevailed ever since the Prayers were in an unknown Tongue;
I dare not, as I ought, animadvert upon the loosness of these Contracted Scruples, for fear I should exasperate your too Fiery Zeal. But in Charity, I must commend them to your Christian Consideration.
I Dare not, as I ought, animadvert upon the looseness of these Contracted Scruples, for Fear I should exasperate your too Fiery Zeal. But in Charity, I must commend them to your Christian Consideration.
To conclude, You see how little Christianity there is in the Methods you contrive for to foment the Difference. You must be answerable for those Heart-Burnings, and Uncharitable Jealousies that you have of us:
To conclude, You see how little Christianity there is in the Methods you contrive for to foment the Difference. You must be answerable for those Heart-Burnings, and Uncharitable Jealousies that you have of us:
If you can believe such men as these to belong unto Christ's Flock, you have a Strange Faith. Or if you do not see, these things to be the Profession of such men, you have a bad Eye-Sight, Gal. 5.20.
If you can believe such men as these to belong unto Christ's Flock, you have a Strange Faith. Or if you do not see, these things to be the Profession of such men, you have a bad Eye-Sight, Gal. 5.20.
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Hatred, Ʋariance, Wrath, Strife, Sedition, Heresies are catalogu'd with those Works of the Flesh, that do Exclude us from the Kingdom of God. And though you may retort, that Adultery, Fornication, Ʋncleaness, Drunkenness, Revellings (which I know not, by what kind of Propriety, are charged upon us,
Hatred, Ʋariance, Wrath, Strife, Sedition, Heresies Are catalogued with those Works of the Flesh, that do Exclude us from the Kingdom of God. And though you may retort, that Adultery, Fornication, Ʋncleaness, drunkenness, Revellings (which I know not, by what kind of Propriety, Are charged upon us,
as the Church of England's Peculiars; when, Alas, they are too common to both Parties) ly under the same Condemnation. I believe your own Conscience may be our Compurgatrix, that such things pass neither unreproved, nor unlamented. Or if those, who value themselves,
as the Church of England's Peculiars; when, Alas, they Are too Common to both Parties) lie under the same Condemnation. I believe your own Conscience may be our Compurgatrix, that such things pass neither unreproved, nor unlamented. Or if those, who valve themselves,
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as the more Sober Party, would be pleased by joyning our Communion to discourage them by their Example. We would call upon them to rejoyce at your Conversion, and not stick to propose you for their Imitation.
as the more Sobrium Party, would be pleased by joining our Communion to discourage them by their Exampl. We would call upon them to rejoice At your Conversion, and not stick to propose you for their Imitation.
my Brethren we are under the Law, and will you tempt us to disobey? or because you live without Law, will you invite us to transgress? This is such a Strain of Impiety, as none but he that is NONLATINALPHABET, the Tempter Exegetically, by your Officiousness would seduce us to.
my Brothers we Are under the Law, and will you tempt us to disobey? or Because you live without Law, will you invite us to transgress? This is such a Strain of Impiety, as none but he that is, the Tempter Exegetically, by your Officiousness would seduce us to.
And should we admit them, we might be justly censured, as Betrayers of the Ʋnity of that little Flock, that Christ hath yet miraculously preserved amongst us:
And should we admit them, we might be justly censured, as Betrayers of the Ʋnity of that little Flock, that christ hath yet miraculously preserved among us:
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in the Close, we all might come deservedly to be reproved, as Carnal. But to satisfy our Brethren the Experiment hath been made, that Party hath been benefited, and promoted in the Church:
in the Close, we all might come deservedly to be reproved, as Carnal. But to satisfy our Brothers the Experiment hath been made, that Party hath been benefited, and promoted in the Church:
How oft have the snares been broken, and we de• … vered, Psal. 124.7. How hath the Lord turned again the Cap• … vity of Sion, that our Enemies Confession, The Lord hath •one great things for them, hath put into our mouths the Anti•hon, Yea the Lord hath donede great things for us, whereof we •ejoyce.
How oft have the snares been broken, and we de• … vered, Psalm 124.7. How hath the Lord turned again the Cap• … vity of Sion, that our Enemies Confessi, The Lord hath •one great things for them, hath put into our mouths the Anti•hon, Yea the Lord hath donede great things for us, whereof we •ejoyce.
And when I re• … ect on the Purity of our Doctrines, the Loyalty and •eaceableness of our Principles, I am ready to infer, ' He hath not beheld Iniquity in our Church, neither hath he seen Perversness in our State: the Lord our God is with us,
And when I re• … ect on the Purity of our Doctrines, the Loyalty and •eaceableness of our Principles, I am ready to infer, ' He hath not beheld Iniquity in our Church, neither hath he seen Perverseness in our State: the Lord our God is with us,
Surely, there •s no Inchantment against the Church; neither is there any Divination against the State, According to this time, •t shall be said of Church and State, What hath God wrought? •umb. 23. v. 21, 23.
Surely, there •s no Enchantment against the Church; neither is there any Divination against the State, According to this time, •t shall be said of Church and State, What hath God wrought? •umb. 23. v. 21, 23.
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And let us pray God, that under the Shadow of his •ings, we may still continue a Monument of that Pro• … ise which he hath made unto his Church, That the Gates 〈 ◊ 〉 Hell shall not prevail against Her, Mat. 16.18. FINIS.
And let us pray God, that under the Shadow of his •ings, we may still continue a Monument of that Pro• … i'm which he hath made unto his Church, That the Gates 〈 ◊ 〉 Hell shall not prevail against Her, Mathew 16.18. FINIS.
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Latae á Deo Ceremoniae sunt Cultus Dei: ab omnibus institutae non sunt Cultus Dei; sed si bonae sunt, cultui divino serviunt. Vrs. Cat. par. 3: Q. 92. Ab Ecclesia Institutae Ceremoniae non sunt Cultus Dei. 16. Q 103.
Latae á God Ceremonies sunt Cultus Dei: ab omnibus institutae non sunt Cultus Dei; sed si bonae sunt, cultui divino serviunt. Us Cat. par. 3: Q. 92. Ab Ecclesia Institutae Ceremonies non sunt Cultus Dei. 16. Q 103.
