The saints duty in contending for the faith delivered to them a sermon preached at Pauls church before the right honourable the Lord major, and aldermen of the city of London, July 17, 1659 / by John Templer ...
A SERMON PREACHED At Pauls Church before the Right Honourable the LORD MAJOR, and Aldermen of the City of LONDON. JULY 17. 1659. JUD. 3. V. Earnestly contend for the Faith which was once delivered unto the Saints.
A SERMON PREACHED At Paul's Church before the Right Honourable the LORD MAJOR, and Aldermen of the city of LONDON. JULY 17. 1659. JUD. 3. V. Earnestly contend for the Faith which was once Delivered unto the Saints.
IN the ninth verse of this Epistle, we find Michael the Arch-Angel contending for the body of Moses. In the words of the Text we are advised to contend for the soul and spirit of Moses, the Faith delivered to him and all the Saints.
IN the ninth verse of this Epistle, we find Michael the Arch-Angel contending for the body of Moses. In the words of the Text we Are advised to contend for the soul and Spirit of Moses, the Faith Delivered to him and all the Saints.
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yet when I consider either those delusions, which lie upon the spirits of some, who contend for their own shadows in stead of the Faith delivered to the Saints,
yet when I Consider either those delusions, which lie upon the spirits of Some, who contend for their own shadows in stead of the Faith Delivered to the Saints,
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or that sceptical frame that prevails upon the spirits of others, who by reason of the counterfeit money which is abroad, conceive it impossible to be assured of that which is currant;
or that sceptical frame that prevails upon the spirits of Others, who by reason of the counterfeit money which is abroad, conceive it impossible to be assured of that which is currant;
when any thing lies before them which relates to the radical Truth of the Gospel; it pleads not only the conveniency, but the necessity of this advice.
when any thing lies before them which relates to the radical Truth of the Gospel; it pleads not only the conveniency, but the necessity of this Advice.
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Their hearts are become like the fountain at the Oracle of Jupiter Hammon, at midnight it was exceeding hot, about the rising of the Sun luke-warm, at noon time exceeding cold.
Their hearts Are become like the fountain At the Oracle of Jupiter Hammon, At midnight it was exceeding hight, about the rising of the Sun lukewarm, At noon time exceeding cold.
They pretended to a more refined and sublimated knowledge then others were arrived at, which the Apostle tels them, Puffeth up, 1 Cor. 8.1. They stiled themselves spiritual, and all others carnal, and therefore in the 19th. verse of this Epistle, it is charged upon them, notwithstanding this pretence, that they themselves (and not those whom they would brand with that mark) were carnal, not having the Spirit.
They pretended to a more refined and sublimated knowledge then Others were arrived At, which the Apostle tells them, Puffeth up, 1 Cor. 8.1. They styled themselves spiritual, and all Others carnal, and Therefore in the 19th. verse of this Epistle, it is charged upon them, notwithstanding this pretence, that they themselves (and not those whom they would brand with that mark) were carnal, not having the Spirit.
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Oecumenius upon the place, that the persons against whom the Christians were animated here to defend the Faith, were the followers of Simon. These men crept into the Church, NONLATINALPHABET, verse 4. by pretending to unusual severities, they did by degrees insinuate themselves.
Oecumenius upon the place, that the Persons against whom the Christians were animated Here to defend the Faith, were the followers of Simon. These men crept into the Church,, verse 4. by pretending to unusual severities, they did by Degrees insinuate themselves.
They made many meek condescentions to those whom they desired might become their Proselytes: we find them there in a very lowly posture, creeping upon their knees:
They made many meek condescensions to those whom they desired might become their Proselytes: we find them there in a very lowly posture, creeping upon their knees:
Yet in the mean time their tongues were imploy'd in inveighing against the sacred Appointments of God, in speaking evil of Dignities, despising Dominion, verse 4. He that considers the present danger the Doctrine of Faith is exposed unto by persons not much of a different stamp, will conclude for the seasonableness of this Advice, Earnestly contend for the Faith once delivered unto the Saints.
Yet in the mean time their tongues were employed in inveighing against the sacred Appointments of God, in speaking evil of Dignities, despising Dominion, verse 4. He that considers the present danger the Doctrine of Faith is exposed unto by Persons not much of a different stamp, will conclude for the seasonableness of this advice, Earnestly contend for the Faith once Delivered unto the Saints.
In these words three parts expose themselves to our view, 1. An Act contend. 2. The Object of this Act, the Faith once delivered to the Saints, 3. The manner how thir Contention is to be managed earnestly, after the manner of the Agonists, NONLATINALPHABET.
In these words three parts expose themselves to our view, 1. an Act contend. 2. The Object of this Act, the Faith once Delivered to the Saints, 3. The manner how their Contention is to be managed earnestly, After the manner of the Agonists,.
It speaks the using your most serious endeavours to maintain the Doctrine of Christ, the opposing of every thing which may conduce to its prejudice, the expence of your parts, your Authority, your Estates, your Lives (if God requires) to maintain faith in its primitive purity:
It speaks the using your most serious endeavours to maintain the Doctrine of christ, the opposing of every thing which may conduce to its prejudice, the expense of your parts, your authority, your Estates, your Lives (if God requires) to maintain faith in its primitive purity:
it calls to every one to come into the help of the Lord against the mighty, those mighty and strong delusions which prevail with many to the eclipsing of the glorious Gospel:
it calls to every one to come into the help of the Lord against the mighty, those mighty and strong delusions which prevail with many to the eclipsing of the glorious Gospel:
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so many prejudiced minds, rebellious hearts, seared Consciences, that if there be any bowels or love in us, we can do no less then side with him in this holy Conflict.
so many prejudiced minds, rebellious hearts, seared Consciences, that if there be any bowels or love in us, we can do no less then side with him in this holy Conflict.
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It is Faith, not the Faith whereby we believe, (though that merits our most vigorous contending) but the Faith which is believed by us, The Doctrine of the Gospel, 1 Tim. 4.1. This Faith either pertains to the Foundation of Religion, or else to the Superstruction; this Distinction the Apostle makes, 1 Cor. 3.10, 11. If we would know what Faith belongs to the Foundation, the best way is to examine its Connexion with that which is of undoubted necessity to salvation:
It is Faith, not the Faith whereby we believe, (though that merits our most vigorous contending) but the Faith which is believed by us, The Doctrine of the Gospel, 1 Tim. 4.1. This Faith either pertains to the Foundation of Religion, or Else to the Superstruction; this Distinction the Apostle makes, 1 Cor. 3.10, 11. If we would know what Faith belongs to the Foundation, the best Way is to examine its Connexion with that which is of undoubted necessity to salvation:
for how can a man believe, and devolve himself upon God in the way of his providence, who is possessed with an apprehension of his not knowing future Contingents? How can a man believe and relie upon Christ, who conceives him to be but a mear man? when the Scripture pronounces him cursed that relies upon man, Jer. 17.5.
for how can a man believe, and devolve himself upon God in the Way of his providence, who is possessed with an apprehension of his not knowing future Contingents? How can a man believe and rely upon christ, who conceives him to be but a mear man? when the Scripture pronounces him cursed that relies upon man, Jer. 17.5.
Then to Abraham. He was injoyned to offer up his Son, to signifie that the promised seed should break the Serpents head by being made an offering for sin;
Then to Abraham. He was enjoined to offer up his Son, to signify that the promised seed should break the Serpents head by being made an offering for since;
he hath spoken by his Son whom he hath appointed Heir, Heb. 1.2. This Testament being the last, will admit of no alteration, and therefore at the End of the book which concludes it, there is a curse pronounced against him who shall make any such Attempt;
he hath spoken by his Son whom he hath appointed Heir, Hebrew 1.2. This Testament being the last, will admit of no alteration, and Therefore At the End of the book which concludes it, there is a curse pronounced against him who shall make any such Attempt;
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I testifie to every man that heareth the words of this Book, if any man shall add to these things, God shall add to him the Plagues which are written in this Book;
I testify to every man that hears the words of this Book, if any man shall add to these things, God shall add to him the Plagues which Are written in this Book;
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and if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this Prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, Rev. 22.18. By the Book of this Prophecy is not only meant the Revelation, but the whole Scripture which is sometimes called the Prophets, Act. 24.44, 45. sometimes the Scriptures of the Prophets, Rom. 16.18. and here the Book of Prophecy, because the greatest part of those, who were imploy'd to pen it, had a prophetick spirit.
and if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this Prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, Rev. 22.18. By the Book of this Prophecy is not only meant the Revelation, but the Whole Scripture which is sometime called the prophets, Act. 24.44, 45. sometime the Scriptures of the prophets, Rom. 16.18. and Here the Book of Prophecy, Because the greatest part of those, who were employed to pen it, had a prophetic Spirit.
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The Revelation being now united and incorporated into the Canon, and the last part in order, what is thus spoken in the conclusion of it, must have Relation to the whole, Cursed be he that maketh any Addition.
The Revelation being now united and incorporated into the Canon, and the last part in order, what is thus spoken in the conclusion of it, must have Relation to the Whole, Cursed be he that makes any Addition.
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Moses who concludes the Law, charges the people not to add or diminish from it, but suggests that God would raise a Prophet like unto him, whom he enjoynes them to hear.
Moses who concludes the Law, charges the people not to add or diminish from it, but suggests that God would raise a Prophet like unto him, whom he enjoins them to hear.
he insinuates that the next appearance to be expected from Christ, is at his last coming to Judgement, verse 20. he that testifieth these things, saith, surely I come, and then the Church which was acquainted with the mind of Christs Answers, Even so, Come Lord Jesus.
he insinuates that the next appearance to be expected from christ, is At his last coming to Judgement, verse 20. he that Testifieth these things, Says, surely I come, and then the Church which was acquainted with the mind of Christ Answers, Even so, Come Lord jesus.
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and he that is filthy, let him he filthy still, to signifie, that if men refuse to be reclaimed by this last Revelation, be it at their own peril, no other Gospel shall be made known to reduce them.
and he that is filthy, let him he filthy still, to signify, that if men refuse to be reclaimed by this last Revelation, be it At their own peril, no other Gospel shall be made known to reduce them.
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but delivered to them, not the Result of Phansie and Imagination, but the Product of the Eternal Counsel and Wisedom of Heaven it was sealed and delivered:
but Delivered to them, not the Result of Fancy and Imagination, but the Product of the Eternal Counsel and Wisdom of Heaven it was sealed and Delivered:
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During his Manifestation here in the flesh, a divine Power or Spirit resided upon him, which did justifie and acquit him from that disparagement which his humane nature might have exposed him unto;
During his Manifestation Here in the Flesh, a divine Power or Spirit resided upon him, which did justify and acquit him from that disparagement which his humane nature might have exposed him unto;
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He was beheld and admired by Angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, which was of no ductile Temper, by reason of those Prepossessions it was under by the Pagan Religion;
He was beheld and admired by Angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, which was of no ductile Temper, by reason of those Prepossessions it was under by the Pagan Religion;
after the spending a most holy life, the expressing the highest Acts of Grace to his friends, of love to his enemies, of zeal for his Fathers interest, he was visibly received up into Glory:
After the spending a most holy life, the expressing the highest Acts of Grace to his Friends, of love to his enemies, of zeal for his Father's Interest, he was visibly received up into Glory:
2. The Doctrine it self, it is comprised in two words by the Prophet, The Lord our Righteousness, the Hebrew runs thus, NONLATINALPHABET this is he, meaning Christ the branch, NONLATINALPHABET which shall preach or declare unto her, meaning Jerusalem,
2. The Doctrine it self, it is comprised in two words by the Prophet, The Lord our Righteousness, the Hebrew runs thus, this is he, meaning christ the branch, which shall preach or declare unto her, meaning Jerusalem,
for NONLATINALPHABET signifies praedicare as well as vocare, and NONLATINALPHABET is not in the Accusative but Dative case, The Lord our Righteousness, meaning the Gospel which Christ should preach and hold forth to the Church.
for signifies praedicare as well as vocare, and is not in the Accusative but Dative case, The Lord our Righteousness, meaning the Gospel which christ should preach and hold forth to the Church.
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These two words are the sum of the Gospell, the principal part of the Christian confession is that Jesus is the Lord, Phil. 2.11. and his doctrine is still a word of righteousness. Heb. 5.13. In every vein of the Gospel there is something of the blood and imputed righteousness of Christ.
These two words Are the sum of the Gospel, the principal part of the Christian Confessi is that jesus is the Lord, Philip 2.11. and his Doctrine is still a word of righteousness. Hebrew 5.13. In every vein of the Gospel there is something of the blood and imputed righteousness of christ.
The excellency of these matters is so great, that the Apostle attributes an Eminency to the knowledge of them NONLATINALPHABET, Phil. 3.8.9. there is an excllency in the knowledge of arts and sciences but in the knowledge of the Doctrine of Christ there is an NONLATINALPHABET, a supereminent and superlative worth.
The excellency of these matters is so great, that the Apostle attributes an Eminency to the knowledge of them, Philip 3.8.9. there is an excllency in the knowledge of arts and sciences but in the knowledge of the Doctrine of christ there is an, a supereminent and superlative worth.
It does not allure to obedience by promising the possession of a Land flowing with milk and hony (an argument fit for the Church in her state of Infancy) or the enjoyment of inordinate lust in paradise.
It does not allure to Obedience by promising the possession of a Land flowing with milk and honey (an argument fit for the Church in her state of Infancy) or the enjoyment of inordinate lust in paradise.
The arguments it useth are of another strain, mortifie your lusts, do good to your enemies, return blessing for cursing, undervalue the delights of the world, deny your selves, take up the Cross.
The Arguments it uses Are of Another strain, mortify your Lustiest, do good to your enemies, return blessing for cursing, undervalue the delights of the world, deny your selves, take up the Cross.
I do not remember any rule in Rhetorick to which this example may be reduced. One would think such oratory should not prevaile with many to become proselytes;
I do not Remember any Rule in Rhetoric to which this Exampl may be reduced. One would think such oratory should not prevail with many to become Proselytes;
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yet where this doctrine was preacht we finde 3000 Converted, the Magicians burning their curious bookes, Felix trembling, the oracles of the Devill silenced.
yet where this Doctrine was preached we find 3000 Converted, the Magicians burning their curious books, Felix trembling, the oracles of the devil silenced.
No greater evidence of the excellencie of it then these miraculous effects, which were produced against winde and tide without the interposall of any extrinsick power.
No greater evidence of the excellency of it then these miraculous effects, which were produced against wind and tide without the interposal of any extrinsic power.
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If any shall inferre, if a divine power did so far interpose in asserting this doctrine, there is the less need of our contending for it, especially it being of a spirituall nature,
If any shall infer, if a divine power did so Far interpose in asserting this Doctrine, there is the less need of our contending for it, especially it being of a spiritual nature,
if no resurrection or eternall salvation the faith delivered to the Saints will presently vanish, the mind will be as Fred for the entertainment of errour as truth,
if no resurrection or Eternal salvation the faith Delivered to the Saints will presently vanish, the mind will be as Fred for the entertainment of error as truth,
therefore the armour designed for the defence of the head is called the Helmet of salvation; implying that the hope and desire of the resurrection to life and salvation is a security against errour.
Therefore the armour designed for the defence of the head is called the Helmet of salvation; implying that the hope and desire of the resurrection to life and salvation is a security against error.
The Tempter knows, if all external worship, the solemn appointments of God (in which he hath obliged himself to make conveyance of his Truth) be taken away,
The Tempter knows, if all external worship, the solemn appointments of God (in which he hath obliged himself to make conveyance of his Truth) be taken away,
Simon Magus, and his Adherents were his principal Instruments in this design. This seems to be the reason of the Apostles caveat, Col. 2.8. Beware lest any spoil you through Philosophy.
Simon Magus, and his Adherents were his principal Instruments in this Design. This seems to be the reason of the Apostles caveat, Col. 2.8. Beware lest any spoil you through Philosophy.
He indeavours to make such a potion as the Jews once offered to Christ, NONLATINALPHABET, The Gentiles wine mixt with the Christians Myrrhe, which hath a Narcotick vertue,
He endeavours to make such a potion as the jews once offered to christ,, The Gentiles wine mixed with the Christians Myrrh, which hath a Narcotic virtue,
If we had no other Argument but this, the frequent attempts of Satan to destroy the Christian Faith, it would give in a sufficiency of Light to evidence the value of it.
If we had no other Argument but this, the frequent attempts of Satan to destroy the Christian Faith, it would give in a sufficiency of Light to evidence the valve of it.
What Tertullian says in his Apology of Nero, may be well applyed to the Devil, he that knows his nature, may understand that it is a very great good, which is persecuted and condemned by him.
What Tertullian Says in his Apology of Nero, may be well applied to the devil, he that knows his nature, may understand that it is a very great good, which is persecuted and condemned by him.
The Heathens set their own wits upon the wrack to invent tortures for them, witness the Candida Massa at Carthage, a deep pit filled with lime, into which great numbers were cast head-long.
The heathens Set their own wits upon the wrack to invent tortures for them, witness the Candida Massa At Carthage, a deep pit filled with lime, into which great numbers were cast headlong.
This firmness and constancy to the Faith (which by the Apostle is stiled NONLATINALPHABET, a stedfastness peculiar to a Christian) was so well known to the Heathens, that with Galen it was grown a Proverb, when he would express an impossible thing, A man may as soon unteach Christians what they have learnt of Christ.
This firmness and constancy to the Faith (which by the Apostle is styled, a steadfastness peculiar to a Christian) was so well known to the heathens, that with Galen it was grown a Proverb, when he would express an impossible thing, A man may as soon unteach Christians what they have learned of christ.
Austin relates when the Oracle was consulted by one how he might convert his wife from the Christian faith, that the answer was, he might as soon engrave letters on a swift stream,
Austin relates when the Oracle was consulted by one how he might convert his wife from the Christian faith, that the answer was, he might as soon engrave letters on a swift stream,
but as for others which are not of indispensable necessity to eternal life, we are apt to pronounce the expence of our thoughts and indeavors about them vain and superfluous.
but as for Others which Are not of indispensable necessity to Eternal life, we Are apt to pronounce the expense of our thoughts and endeavours about them vain and superfluous.
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Answ. Amongst those truths which belong to the superstruction, some are neerer the foundation, some are more remote; every truth calls for a measure of vigour and zeale sutable to its situation and nature,
Answer among those truths which belong to the superstruction, Some Are nearer the Foundation, Some Are more remote; every truth calls for a measure of vigour and zeal suitable to its situation and nature,
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Was there no reward at all, yet the owning of truth (none of the least stars in the bright constellation of divine perfections) in every tittle and apex would be a piece of that homage we owe to God.
Was there no reward At all, yet the owning of truth (none of the least Stars in the bright constellation of divine perfections) in every tittle and apex would be a piece of that homage we owe to God.
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if the foundation be taken away the house must presently fall, but if the slate which use to defend it against the importunity of the weather, it may in time fall and the foundation it self perish.
if the Foundation be taken away the house must presently fallen, but if the slate which use to defend it against the importunity of the weather, it may in time fallen and the Foundation it self perish.
1. Observe, it is Faith we are to contend for, a matter of pure revelation, the eternal wisdom of God disclosed, a Doctrine given from heaven. The heathen could tell us.
1. Observe, it is Faith we Are to contend for, a matter of pure Revelation, the Eternal Wisdom of God disclosed, a Doctrine given from heaven. The heathen could tell us.
Whereas the scripture sayes to the Law and to the Testimony, they say to their inward light, their understandings being coloured with a false light, they look through it upon the scripture,
Whereas the scripture Says to the Law and to the Testimony, they say to their inward Light, their understandings being coloured with a false Light, they look through it upon the scripture,
Let us not suffer our selves to be cheated of our faith by such pretences Their suggestions must not be our rule, till they can demonstrate they are conducted by an in fallible spirit.
Let us not suffer our selves to be cheated of our faith by such pretences Their suggestions must not be our Rule, till they can demonstrate they Are conducted by an in fallible Spirit.
Montanas used to boast of the inspiration of the holy Ghost, and had his NONLATINALPHABET, women that preacht and set forth their prophesies, which he esteemed above the sacred Gospel;
Montanas used to boast of the inspiration of the holy Ghost, and had his, women that preached and Set forth their prophecies, which he esteemed above the sacred Gospel;
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for when he has committed an act of murder upon the soul, he usually flies thither as to a sanctuary and lodges himself in it, knowing that it is a tender and secure place, where the hand of violence will not easily reach him.
for when he has committed an act of murder upon the soul, he usually flies thither as to a sanctuary and lodges himself in it, knowing that it is a tender and secure place, where the hand of violence will not Easily reach him.
Those scruples which the Defendants of the protestant cause have long since blown away) for want of opportunity or skill to converse with their writings) are cryed up for the grand concernments of the Gospel a light which former ages were unacquainted with.
Those scruples which the Defendants of the protestant cause have long since blown away) for want of opportunity or skill to converse with their writings) Are cried up for the grand concernments of the Gospel a Light which former ages were unacquainted with.
These being once received into the mind though weak in themselves yet having the advantage of possession, a point very material in the Gospel as well as the Law, will keep out the strongest truth. One man (though infirm) being possest of a strong hold will hinder twenty well appointed from entering:
These being once received into the mind though weak in themselves yet having the advantage of possession, a point very material in the Gospel as well as the Law, will keep out the Strongest truth. One man (though infirm) being possessed of a strong hold will hinder twenty well appointed from entering:
it has one peculiar advantage, the faith of Christ containing something in it above the capacity of a man, the reason of an erroneous mind does with more facility oppose it, then the best informed reason defend it.
it has one peculiar advantage, the faith of christ containing something in it above the capacity of a man, the reason of an erroneous mind does with more facility oppose it, then the best informed reason defend it.
Apollonius Thyanaeus who had acquaintance which an evill spirit (as may appēar to any who considers what Philostratus who attempts to vindicate him from that crime represents of him) did raise his reputation amongst his disciples by renouncing worldly delights, by a severe and austere diet;
Apollonius Thyanaeus who had acquaintance which an evil Spirit (as may appenar to any who considers what Philostratus who attempts to vindicate him from that crime represents of him) did raise his reputation among his Disciples by renouncing worldly delights, by a severe and austere diet;
The devill is not so much a novice as to be ignorant that a pretended neglect of the world, a seeming humility are fit engines to raise and advance his own Kingdome.
The Devil is not so much a novice as to be ignorant that a pretended neglect of the world, a seeming humility Are fit Engines to raise and advance his own Kingdom.
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It is his common method, in the front of his design to place something which is really good, that he may with the more security make his access to the mind,
It is his Common method, in the front of his Design to place something which is really good, that he may with the more security make his access to the mind,
Delrio tells us of one who was exhorted by the devill to read Pauls Epistles. Iacobus Vitriacus of another, who was reprehended by him for his vitious and dissolute life.
Delrio tells us of one who was exhorted by the Devil to read Paul's Epistles. Iacobus Vitruvius of Another, who was reprehended by him for his vicious and dissolute life.
it perswades to a seeming neglect of the world, a mortifying of the flesh, yet in the mean time attempts to bring in ataxy and confusion, to overturn the ordinations both of God and man, a design the Spirit of God cannot be accessary to,
it persuades to a seeming neglect of the world, a mortifying of the Flesh, yet in the mean time attempts to bring in ataxy and confusion, to overturn the ordinations both of God and man, a Design the Spirit of God cannot be accessary to,
for that is a Spirit of order, upon its moving, Gen. 1.2. The Chaos vanished and all things were put into a comely and decent posture, whereas if this spirit of theirs had its liberty to move, it would force all things into their primitive confusion.
for that is a Spirit of order, upon its moving, Gen. 1.2. The Chaos vanished and all things were put into a comely and decent posture, whereas if this Spirit of theirs had its liberty to move, it would force all things into their primitive confusion.
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Will a man part easily with his Inheritance, the antient Possessions his Ancestors injoy'd? Naboth said to Ahab, God forbid that I should give the Inheritance of my Fathers to thee.
Will a man part Easily with his Inheritance, the ancient Possessions his Ancestors enjoyed? Naboth said to Ahab, God forbid that I should give the Inheritance of my Father's to thee.
and therefore they are to contend, that they be not devested of it. Saints may be reduced to these three heads, Magistrates, Ministers, Private Christians.
and Therefore they Are to contend, that they be not devested of it. Saints may be reduced to these three Heads, Magistrates, Ministers, Private Christians.
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The Magistrates Power which is ingaged in that Government, must needs have relation to, and be concerned to seek the Welfare of the Church, which can be done in nothing more,
The Magistrates Power which is engaged in that Government, must needs have Relation to, and be concerned to seek the Welfare of the Church, which can be done in nothing more,
It is prophecyed of the times of the Gospel, that Magistrates shall be nursing Fathers to the Church, Isa. 49.23. which speaks a duty of care upon them, that the sincere milk of the Word, the Churches nourishment, be not poisoned with Errour.
It is prophesied of the times of the Gospel, that Magistrates shall be nursing Father's to the Church, Isaiah 49.23. which speaks a duty of care upon them, that the sincere milk of the Word, the Churches nourishment, be not poisoned with Error.
Why is Godliness here mentioned, except those in Authority are to have an influence upon the promoting of it? And how can they be influentiall in this matter,
Why is Godliness Here mentioned, except those in authority Are to have an influence upon the promoting of it? And how can they be influential in this matter,
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There is nothing more conducing to the obtaining external peace and Tranquility, then the true and genuine influence of the Faith delivered to the Saints;
There is nothing more conducing to the obtaining external peace and Tranquillity, then the true and genuine influence of the Faith Delivered to the Saints;
so when men make God their Center, and are drawn forth according to the Gospel in a right line about their secular imployments, they keep their proper place without molestation to those which are next to them.
so when men make God their Centre, and Are drawn forth according to the Gospel in a right line about their secular employments, they keep their proper place without molestation to those which Are next to them.
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The Israelites which had it but in dark discoveries, if we compare them with the demonstration and evidence of the New Testament, did always ebb and flow in prosperity according to their swerving from,
The Israelites which had it but in dark discoveries, if we compare them with the demonstration and evidence of the New Testament, did always ebb and flow in Prosperity according to their swerving from,
as great a change upon all as was in Belshazzar, when he saw the hand writing, their loines were loosed, their knees ready to smite one against the other.
as great a change upon all as was in Belshazzar, when he saw the hand writing, their loins were loosed, their knees ready to smite one against the other.
The ten Tribes after they had forsaken the appointments of God at Jerusalem, which were but shadows of Gospel faith and worship, are represented alwayes as in a tottering condition,
The ten Tribes After they had forsaken the appointments of God At Jerusalem, which were but shadows of Gospel faith and worship, Are represented always as in a tottering condition,
This faith is the NONLATINALPHABET, the Pillar and Stay of a State, and therefore the Magistrate who is to uphold the one, can do no less then contend for the other.
This faith is the, the Pillar and Stay of a State, and Therefore the Magistrate who is to uphold the one, can do no less then contend for the other.
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Ministers, they are likewise to contend, In their Doctrine. In their Lives. In their Doctrine, not only by exhorting, but convincing Gain-sayers, Tit. 1.9. Not only by building up the Church, but in keeping off the enemies which would pull it down:
Ministers, they Are likewise to contend, In their Doctrine. In their Lives. In their Doctrine, not only by exhorting, but convincing Gainsayers, Tit. 1.9. Not only by building up the Church, but in keeping off the enemies which would pull it down:
Many who know how to advance the work of God, yet wanting humility, which would make them stoop to the meanest Capacity, do not perform what they know:
Many who know how to advance the work of God, yet wanting humility, which would make them stoop to the Meanest Capacity, do not perform what they know:
Many who have broken hearts, and yet are deficient in knowledge, are by that means unacquainted with the most compendious way to promote the design of the Gospel.
Many who have broken hearts, and yet Are deficient in knowledge, Are by that means unacquainted with the most compendious Way to promote the Design of the Gospel.
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When Uzziah broke his order, it is believed by the Jews, that at that time Amo 's Earthquake happened, nature her self seems to have trembled at such confusion.
When Uzziah broke his order, it is believed by the jews, that At that time Amo is Earthquake happened, nature her self seems to have trembled At such confusion.
Upon this account 'tis not expedient that any should judge in his own case, when he is invested with sufficient ability to warrant the relinquishing his own, and the invading anothers place.
Upon this account it's not expedient that any should judge in his own case, when he is invested with sufficient ability to warrant the relinquishing his own, and the invading another's place.
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What disparagement soever men may think fit to cast upon it, yet in the thoughts of him who was both God and man, it was of that moment, that when he ascended on high,
What disparagement soever men may think fit to cast upon it, yet in the thoughts of him who was both God and man, it was of that moment, that when he ascended on high,
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and cast it as a peculiar Testimony of favour to his own spouse, Ephes. 4.11, 12. I having thus directed my self to all sorts, do desire to leave this Exhortation with you, that every one which is a Saint, would remember Gods Depositum, what he hath committed to his Trust, that he may keep it as it was delivered in its primitive Perfection.
and cast it as a peculiar Testimony of favour to his own spouse, Ephesians 4.11, 12. I having thus directed my self to all sorts, do desire to leave this Exhortation with you, that every one which is a Saint, would Remember God's Depositum, what he hath committed to his Trust, that he may keep it as it was Delivered in its primitive Perfection.
Bessarion writes of Pythagoras that when he died, he left with his daughter in a large volume, the whole summe of his doctrine, with an injunction upon no terms to part with it.
Bessarion writes of Pythagoras that when he died, he left with his daughter in a large volume, the Whole sum of his Doctrine, with an injunction upon no terms to part with it.
And now I am come to the third particular, the manner how this contention is to be managed, We are NONLATINALPHABET signifies to contend after the manner of the Agonists in their games and exercises;
And now I am come to the third particular, the manner how this contention is to be managed, We Are signifies to contend After the manner of the Agonists in their games and exercises;
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The manner of their contending will appear from the Lawes they were regulated by, to which the Apostles alludes in these words, He is not crowned except he strive NONLATINALPHABET lawfully 2. Tim. 2.5. Amongst their NONLATINALPHABET the Laws they were obliged to conform to Three I observe very applicable to my present purpose.
The manner of their contending will appear from the Laws they were regulated by, to which the Apostles alludes in these words, He is not crowned except he strive lawfully 2. Tim. 2.5. among their the Laws they were obliged to conform to Three I observe very applicable to my present purpose.
Before the Contest we must aquire NONLATINALPHABET, a good state and habit of mind as they did of body. Three Ingredients are requisite to make up this state, Information, Purity and Peace.
Before the Contest we must aquire, a good state and habit of mind as they did of body. Three Ingredients Are requisite to make up this state, Information, Purity and Peace.
3. Of his prescience. 4. Of the order and importance of all his particular truths. 5. Of the seasons when he requires we should openly contend for them.
3. Of his prescience. 4. Of the order and importance of all his particular truths. 5. Of the seasons when he requires we should openly contend for them.
The great Misteries of the Faith of the Gospel, being acts of Will and Soveraignty, having no necessary connexion with the holiness of the divine nature, are with difficulty entertained.
The great Mysteres of the Faith of the Gospel, being acts of Will and Sovereignty, having no necessary connexion with the holiness of the divine nature, Are with difficulty entertained.
the ready way to arm the mind with resolution to appear in the asserting of such truths, which have not the help of an inbred notion to commend them, is frequently to meditate upon, and possess our selves with deep apprehensions of this attribute.
the ready Way to arm the mind with resolution to appear in the asserting of such truths, which have not the help of an inbred notion to commend them, is frequently to meditate upon, and possess our selves with deep apprehensions of this attribute.
Every one in the midst of his pursuit is ready to stop at them, as the Israelites did at Amasa. Men have an aversness from contending for and giving credit to that which they are not able to comprehend.
Every one in the midst of his pursuit is ready to stop At them, as the Israelites did At Amasa. Men have an averseness from contending for and giving credit to that which they Are not able to comprehend.
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How unfit a finite being is to take a survey of it, how unable to penetrate its Counsels, to perceive the reason of all its Contrivances, that somtimes it is the interest and glory of God to conceal a mattet, to teach us who are apt to judge of Divine things by our own measure, that there is an understanding far more excellent then ours that he steers by. One propounds this Question;
How unfit a finite being is to take a survey of it, how unable to penetrate its Counsels, to perceive the reason of all its Contrivances, that sometimes it is the Interest and glory of God to conceal a mattet, to teach us who Are apt to judge of Divine things by our own measure, that there is an understanding Far more excellent then ours that he steers by. One propounds this Question;
why sometimes in scripture Man seems to reason better then God? he instances in the story of Abimelech, Gen. 20. He him-himselfe is threatned with death, his wife and women-servants struck with barrenness, his whole family afflicted:
why sometime in scripture Man seems to reason better then God? he instances in the story of Abimelech, Gen. 20. He himslef is threatened with death, his wife and Women-servants struck with Barrenness, his Whole family afflicted:
but their Adversaries bringing the reasons of God, his standing upon his Prerogative, Who art thou which replyest? Upon the unsearchableness of his ways, O the depth of the riches, &c. They are not so easily understood.
but their Adversaries bringing the Reasons of God, his standing upon his Prerogative, Who art thou which repliest? Upon the Unsearchableness of his ways, Oh the depth of the riches, etc. They Are not so Easily understood.
Therefore in case we desire to receive and contend for the Faith delivered to the Saints, we must be well informed of the Infinity of that understanding which contrived it.
Therefore in case we desire to receive and contend for the Faith Delivered to the Saints, we must be well informed of the Infinity of that understanding which contrived it.
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3. Of his Prescience the Characteristical attribute whereby he is distinguisht from the heathen gods, Isa. 44.7. Many are affrighted from owning branches of the faith delivered to the Saints by those strange consequences which others have attempted to pin upon them.
3. Of his Prescience the Characteristical attribute whereby he is distinguished from the heathen God's, Isaiah 44.7. Many Are affrighted from owning branches of the faith Delivered to the Saints by those strange consequences which Others have attempted to pin upon them.
We are told, that from the Doctrine of personal Election and Preterition without any previous motive, it will follow, that God is not cordial in his importunate intreaties, that he violates humane freedome, is accessary to mens enormities.
We Are told, that from the Doctrine of personal Election and Preterition without any previous motive, it will follow, that God is not cordial in his importunate entreaties, that he violates humane freedom, is accessary to men's enormities.
These decrees being represented with such odious consectaries, like comets with a prodigious retinue, are believed by the overcredulous to presage a sad fate to Religion.
These decrees being represented with such odious Consequences, like Comets with a prodigious retinue, Are believed by the overcredulous to presage a sad fate to Religion.
That we be not checked by such vain appearances, when we enter the lists for this part of Gospel, let us be rightly informed of divine prescience, which is owned and acknowledged by both sides.
That we be not checked by such vain appearances, when we enter the lists for this part of Gospel, let us be rightly informed of divine prescience, which is owned and acknowledged by both sides.
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Upon a strict survey it will be found, that the same charge which is drawn up against the forementioned appointments, doth as fully lie against the fore-knowledge of God:
Upon a strict survey it will be found, that the same charge which is drawn up against the forementioned appointments, does as Fully lie against the foreknowledge of God:
If we look upon those heats which are betwixt persons of different perswasions, they are usually about such things as have small affinity with the grand points of Religion;
If we look upon those heats which Are betwixt Persons of different persuasions, they Are usually about such things as have small affinity with the grand points of Religion;
they contest and quarrel about the bark and leaves of the tree of knowledge, and in the mean time the root that bears it, lies under ground without any notice taken of it.
they contest and quarrel about the bark and leaves of the tree of knowledge, and in the mean time the root that bears it, lies under ground without any notice taken of it.
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Therefore it is the wisedome of a Christian to be acquainted with the order and importance of every particular Truth, to know were his strength lies, that he may stick close to that which is the spirit and life of Religion, that he may lend the greatest portion of zeal to that Truth which is of the greatest value.
Therefore it is the Wisdom of a Christian to be acquainted with the order and importance of every particular Truth, to know were his strength lies, that he may stick close to that which is the Spirit and life of Religion, that he may lend the greatest portion of zeal to that Truth which is of the greatest valve.
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That fire which would go out if let alone, being stirred and agitated, becomes a great flame, Vidi ego jactatas mota face crescere flammas, Et rursus nullo concutiente mori.
That fire which would go out if let alone, being stirred and agitated, becomes a great flame, Vidi ego jactatas mota face crescere Flammas, Et Rursus nullo concutiente Mori.
2. A pure mind, the Mystery of faith must be received into a pure conscience, the new wine of the Kingdom must not be put into an old bottle, a mind not refined and renewed by the spirit.
2. A pure mind, the Mystery of faith must be received into a pure conscience, the new wine of the Kingdom must not be put into an old Bottle, a mind not refined and renewed by the Spirit.
If there be holiness in the heart, it will put an excellent temper upon all our contendings, it will annihilate all that worldly interest by which most are animated,
If there be holiness in the heart, it will put an excellent temper upon all our contendings, it will annihilate all that worldly Interest by which most Are animated,
A person that hath light in his understanding, and hath not his Will and Affection ballasted with holiness, is waving and very uncertain, he will never last the Conflict;
A person that hath Light in his understanding, and hath not his Will and Affection ballasted with holiness, is waving and very uncertain, he will never last the Conflict;
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NONLATINALPHABET which signifies to express Enmity, is neerly related to NONLATINALPHABET, which imports the expressing of love. No greater expression of Love,
which signifies to express Enmity, is nearly related to, which imports the expressing of love. No greater expression of Love,
The true Disciples of Christ ought to be like the Curtains of Mose's Tabernacle, which although they were not all of the same colour, some blew, some purple, some scarlet, yet all were coupled together.
The true Disciples of christ ought to be like the Curtains of Mose's Tabernacle, which although they were not all of the same colour, Some blew, Some purple, Some scarlet, yet all were coupled together.
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'Tis believed he used the same Psalms with them, beginning at the 113. and ending at the 118. His Sacrament of Baptism answers to their admitting Proselytes by water.
It's believed he used the same Psalms with them, beginning At the 113. and ending At the 118. His Sacrament of Baptism answers to their admitting Proselytes by water.
In the Apostles times the Deacons instituted by them, answer to the Parnasin in the Jewish Synagogues, The Angel of the Church to the publick Minister there, called NONLATINALPHABET Angelus Ecclesiae.
In the Apostles times the Deacons instituted by them, answer to the Parnassus in the Jewish Synagogues, The Angel of the Church to the public Minister there, called Angelus Ecclesiae.
The several steps which the antient Christians appointed to be taken by those whom they admitted into their Communion, their Catechumeni, Competentes, Fideles were derived from the Heathens NONLATINALPHABET.
The several steps which the ancient Christians appointed to be taken by those whom they admitted into their Communion, their Catechumen, Competentes, Fideles were derived from the heathens.
The sum of what I intend is only to perswade to a condescending deportment, a peaceable and meek demeanour, free from pride and insulting, a mutual love in our strivings for the faith, which would more prevail against Errour, then exasperation and bitterness.
The sum of what I intend is only to persuade to a condescending deportment, a peaceable and meek demeanour, free from pride and insulting, a mutual love in our strivings for the faith, which would more prevail against Error, then exasperation and bitterness.
It was the wisedome of God to appoint (when Christ and his Disciples were in the mount) that Moses and Elias should appear to them, that the Disciples might learn their duty, in there contendings for the faith, to mix Moses meekness with Elias zeal.
It was the Wisdom of God to appoint (when christ and his Disciples were in the mount) that Moses and Elias should appear to them, that the Disciples might Learn their duty, in there contendings for the faith, to mix Moses meekness with Elias zeal.
It was not a rough stone which sunk into the forehead of the Philistine. A well polisht Argument used by an even spirit, will make the deepest impression.
It was not a rough stone which sunk into the forehead of the Philistine. A well polished Argument used by an even Spirit, will make the Deepest impression.
This fault the Apostle (alluding to the custome and Law amongst the Racers,) expresseth by NONLATINALPHABET, to extend a mans self or run over his set bounds 2. Cor. 10.14.
This fault the Apostle (alluding to the custom and Law among the Racers,) Expresses by, to extend a men self or run over his Set bounds 2. Cor. 10.14.
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'Tis visible how this inclination hath been managed and improved by the policy of Satan. Sometimes he raises the Manichees to defend a fatal necessity upon the Will;
It's visible how this inclination hath been managed and improved by the policy of Satan. Sometime he raises the manichees to defend a fatal necessity upon the Will;
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Plutarch in his treatise about superstition, sayes, there are two extreams into which men are lead through their want of a true knowledge of the nature of the gods, Superstition and Atheism: formerly the design of the Tempter was to enervate the power of Religion by superstition;
Plutarch in his treatise about Superstition, Says, there Are two extremes into which men Are led through their want of a true knowledge of the nature of the God's, Superstition and Atheism: formerly the Design of the Tempter was to enervate the power of Religion by Superstition;
indeavours to annihilate those divine appointments which are designed for the furnishing the mind with lively apprehensions of God, that he may bring in and establish Atheism. Thus you shall always sinde him in some extream, walking at the outsides, amongst the tombes, where he may revive and give life to some dead errour.
endeavours to annihilate those divine appointments which Are designed for the furnishing the mind with lively apprehensions of God, that he may bring in and establish Atheism. Thus you shall always sinde him in Some extreme, walking At the outsides, among the tombs, where he may revive and give life to Some dead error.
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The minister in order to the instructing the ignorant, directing the erroneous, confirming the doubtfull. The private Christian in order to his own duty;
The minister in order to the instructing the ignorant, directing the erroneous, confirming the doubtful. The private Christian in order to his own duty;
Although as it directs our practise 'tis properly termed a rule, yet as it exhibits the voice of God, passing sentence upon mistakes in the concernments of Faith, we commit no incongruity to call it a Judge.
Although as it directs our practice it's properly termed a Rule, yet as it exhibits the voice of God, passing sentence upon mistakes in the concernments of Faith, we commit no incongruity to call it a Judge.
This is the reason why passing of judgment is attributed to it, Joh. 12.48. Why 'tis stiled a living Word, a Judge of thoughts, Heb. 4.12. a Judge is nothing but a living or animated Law.
This is the reason why passing of judgement is attributed to it, John 12.48. Why it's styled a living Word, a Judge of thoughts, Hebrew 4.12. a Judge is nothing but a living or animated Law.
Although the stamp of divine Authority be not equally evident in all the parts; yet it is plain enough to distinguish every piece from counterfeit coin.
Although the stamp of divine authority be not equally evident in all the parts; yet it is plain enough to distinguish every piece from counterfeit coin.
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Answ. In order to this end, a double evidence is required, in the Object and in the Subject: That the Object may be evident, we are first to be informed of the importance of the words and Phrases.
Answer In order to this end, a double evidence is required, in the Object and in the Subject: That the Object may be evident, we Are First to be informed of the importance of the words and Phrases.
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The mind of God in Scripture, is said to be a Light or Candle NONLATINALPHABET, Psalm 119.105. The words and phrases are the lanthorn in which it is conteined.
The mind of God in Scripture, is said to be a Light or Candle, Psalm 119.105. The words and phrases Are the lantern in which it is contained.
Many times the darkness of the Lanthorn hinders the shining of the light, and therefore we are indebted to those who have dived into the languages the Spirit of God was pleased to use,
Many times the darkness of the Lantern hinders the shining of the Light, and Therefore we Are indebted to those who have dived into the languages the Spirit of God was pleased to use,
For a miraculous appearance could not have been expected for the opening of them, seeing a full provision of means in preserving antient Records, in erecting Schools of Learning, hath been made by divine Providence for that purpose.
For a miraculous appearance could not have been expected for the opening of them, seeing a full provision of means in preserving ancient Records, in erecting Schools of Learning, hath been made by divine Providence for that purpose.
If nothing shall be accounted evident, because some or other have made divers glosses upon every Text, upon the same account we may doubt whether the snow be white,
If nothing shall be accounted evident, Because Some or other have made diverse Glosses upon every Text, upon the same account we may doubt whither the snow be white,
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In order to the procuring evidence in the subject, it is the divine pleasure to assure the communication of such a measure of his Spirit in the use of means to his own people,
In order to the procuring evidence in the Subject, it is the divine pleasure to assure the communication of such a measure of his Spirit in the use of means to his own people,
He which bestows upon every Creature a Principle to distinguish betwixt food & poison, hath not left his people without a spiritual taste, by which they relish radical Truth,
He which bestows upon every Creature a Principle to distinguish betwixt food & poison, hath not left his people without a spiritual taste, by which they relish radical Truth,
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Therefore if we desire this Spirit may be a Guide to go before us through the dark passages of Scripture, 'tis good to apply our selves to the use of such means which may help to possess us of it.
Therefore if we desire this Spirit may be a Guide to go before us through the dark passages of Scripture, it's good to apply our selves to the use of such means which may help to possess us of it.
When the Apostle had received the Spirit it self, he doth not lay aside his former study and industry, he was solicitous about his books, 2 Tim. 4.13. NONLATINALPHABET the Syriack Interpreter translates a Chest of Books which he charges Timothy to bring with him.
When the Apostle had received the Spirit it self, he does not lay aside his former study and industry, he was solicitous about his books, 2 Tim. 4.13. the Syriac Interpreter translates a Chest of Books which he charges Timothy to bring with him.
In the midst of all endeavours we must be importunate in prayer, which is powerfull in drawing down the aids of this Spirit, who knows how to loose the seals which are set upon any part of the Bible.
In the midst of all endeavours we must be importunate in prayer, which is powerful in drawing down the aids of this Spirit, who knows how to lose the Seals which Are Set upon any part of the bible.
and he earnestly implored to detect by his Spirit the vanity of them, it would be the next way to be led into a right understanding of the Will of God.
and he earnestly implored to detect by his Spirit the vanity of them, it would be the next Way to be led into a right understanding of the Will of God.
Socinus saith, he went to God upon his knees for the interpretation of the 58. ver. of the 8. of John. No wonder he came away without any return from Heaven, who had no intent to find out Gods mind, but to confirm his own.
Socinus Says, he went to God upon his knees for the Interpretation of the 58. ver. of the 8. of John. No wonder he Come away without any return from Heaven, who had no intent to find out God's mind, but to confirm his own.
in a word, in all the your contendings for the faith delivered to the Saints, we are to use such a tenderness towards others as becomes men, such a meekness as becomes Christians, such a fervency and ardour as becomes a peculiar people zealous of good works. FINIS.
in a word, in all the your contendings for the faith Delivered to the Saints, we Are to use such a tenderness towards Others as becomes men, such a meekness as becomes Christians, such a fervency and ardour as becomes a peculiar people zealous of good works. FINIS.
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Aquam selis vocant, sub lucis ortum tepida manat, medio die qaum vchemedtissimus est calor silgida cadem fluis, mediâ nocte servida ex•stuat. Q Cur. l, 4. cap. 7.
Aquam selis Vocant, sub lucis Garden Tepida manat, medio die qaum vchemedtissimus est calor silgida cadem fluis, mediâ nocte servida ex•stuat. Q Cur. l, 4. cap. 7.
O suasionem dissu•si n•s omnis vndi { que } pl•n•m An 〈 ◊ 〉. De•ost•••cm C•cer•••• { que } •acr•tion•quicq• mpersu•d•recuiqu•• potuisse. Marsiliu• Ficinus de Christ. Relig. cap. 8. p. 9.
O suasionem dissu•si n•s omnis vndi { que } pl•n•m an 〈 ◊ 〉. De•ost•••cm C•cer•••• { que } •acr•tion•quicq• mpersu•d•recuiqu•• potuisse. Marsiliu• Ficinus de christ. Relig cap. 8. p. 9.
