The troubles of Jerusalems restauration, or, The churches reformation represented in a sermon preached before the Right Honorable House of Lords, in the Abby Church Westminster, Novemb. 26, 1645 / by John White ...
THE Troubles of Jerusalems RESTAURATION: OR, The Churches Reformation. DAN. 9.15. The street shall be built againe, and the wall even in the troublous Times.
THE Troubles of Jerusalems RESTAURATION: OR, The Churches Reformation. DAN. 9.15. The street shall be built again, and the wall even in the troublous Times.
And lastly the Events, ordered by the Wisdome, and Providence of God, for Precedents and Patternes, representing our State and Condition, either What it is at Present,
And lastly the Events, ordered by the Wisdom, and Providence of God, for Precedents and Patterns, representing our State and Condition, either What it is At Present,
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Upon this ground it is (Right Honourable) that I have made choice of this portion of Scripture, to the Church of the Jewes then, a Prophecy of that which was shortly to be fulfilled,
Upon this ground it is (Right Honourable) that I have made choice of this portion of Scripture, to the Church of the Jews then, a Prophecy of that which was shortly to be fulfilled,
Secondly, during that Bondage, the Church of the Iewes was deprived of all Gods Ordinances, as with much bitternesse themselves complaine, Psal. 74.9. We see not our signes, there is no more any Prophet, neither is there any amongst us that knoweth how long.
Secondly, during that Bondage, the Church of the Iewes was deprived of all God's Ordinances, as with much bitterness themselves complain, Psalm 74.9. We see not our Signs, there is no more any Prophet, neither is there any among us that Knoweth how long.
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but those that should have been our Watchmen, were all Blind, sleeping, and loving to slumber, Shepheards that could not understand, looking all to their owne way, every one to his gaine from his quarter,
but those that should have been our Watchmen, were all Blind, sleeping, and loving to slumber, Shepherds that could not understand, looking all to their own Way, every one to his gain from his quarter,
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Thirdly, that yoke of the Babylonish-captivity was sodainly, and unexpectedly broken, and taken off from the necks of Gods people, insomuch that those who were restored to liberty, scarce believed that which they enjoyed,
Thirdly, that yoke of the babylonian captivity was suddenly, and unexpectedly broken, and taken off from the necks of God's people, insomuch that those who were restored to liberty, scarce believed that which they enjoyed,
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Fourthly, that sodaine and unexpected Change of the state of the Iewes, was wrought by the change of the Princes, God sodainly cutting off Belshazzar, who held them in Bondage,
Fourthly, that sudden and unexpected Change of the state of the Iewes, was wrought by the change of the Princes, God suddenly cutting off Belshazzar, who held them in Bondage,
and raising up Cyrus in his roome, whom hee cals his Shepheard to performe all his pleasure, in building Ierusalem, and laying the foundation of the Temple, Isa. 44.28.
and raising up Cyrus in his room, whom he calls his Shepherd to perform all his pleasure, in building Ierusalem, and laying the Foundation of the Temple, Isaiah 44.28.
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Our Change (as you all know) was in like manner brought to passe by taking away Queen MARY, who held us under the yoke of Antichrist, and placing Queen ELIZABETH, of blessed memory, in her Throne, to lay the foundation of his Temple,
Our Change (as you all know) was in like manner brought to pass by taking away Queen MARY, who held us under the yoke of Antichrist, and placing Queen ELIZABETH, of blessed memory, in her Throne, to lay the Foundation of his Temple,
And immediatly after the breaking and taking off the yoke of Antichrist from our necks, howsoever other things needfull for the perfecting of the work, were either Neglected, or Deferred;
And immediately After the breaking and taking off the yoke of Antichrist from our necks, howsoever other things needful for the perfecting of the work, were either Neglected, or Deferred;
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yet we must needs grant, that the foundation of the Lords house was presently layd, in the sound Doctrine of the Apostles and Prophets, upon which the Church is built, JESVS CHRIST himselfe being the chiefe Corner-stone, Ephes. 2.20.
yet we must needs grant, that the Foundation of the lords house was presently laid, in the found Doctrine of the Apostles and prophets, upon which the Church is built, JESUS CHRIST himself being the chief Cornerstone, Ephesians 2.20.
Our work, of this Churches Reformation, hath bin interrupted now neere twise 46 yeares, as the complaints of the faithfull servants of Christ (manifested in their Bookes,
Our work, of this Churches Reformation, hath been interrupted now near twice 46 Years, as the complaints of the faithful Servants of christ (manifested in their Books,
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and demolish the foundation of sound Doctrine, already layd, by broaching and countenancing dangerous Errours, and Heresies, contrary thereunto, as you all know.
and demolish the Foundation of found Doctrine, already laid, by broaching and countenancing dangerous Errors, and Heresies, contrary thereunto, as you all know.
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and amongst them Rebum the Chancellor, and Shimchai the Scribe with their Companions, backed by a party at the Court, which they hyred to hinder this work,
and among them Rebum the Chancellor, and Shimchai the Scribe with their Sodales, backed by a party At the Court, which they hired to hinder this work,
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I am sure the Chancellors, and Scribes, with their companions, have had a deepe hand in this mischievous designe, supported (as you all know) by an hyred and engaged party in the Court of our Princes.
I am sure the Chancellors, and Scribes, with their Sodales, have had a deep hand in this mischievous Design, supported (as you all know) by an hired and engaged party in the Court of our Princes.
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Eightly, the policie used by the Iewes adversaries for the building of their Temple was the filling the Princes heads with jealousie, that the Iewes were a dangerous people and,
Eighth, the policy used by the Iewes Adversaries for the building of their Temple was the filling the Princes Heads with jealousy, that the Iewes were a dangerous people and,
if the Temple, and Ci•ie were built, apt to rise in Rebellion against the King, which might turne to his great damage, Ezra 4.13, 15, 16. And that Satan and his Instruments (as in all former ages,
if the Temple, and Ci•ie were built, apt to rise in Rebellion against the King, which might turn to his great damage, Ezra 4.13, 15, 16. And that Satan and his Instruments (as in all former ages,
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And I wish, that jealousie were at this time so throughly removed out of mens heads, that they might no more feare that the Reformation of the Church, according to the Patterre layd downe in Gods word, will prove like Nchuchadnezzars stone, Dan. 2.27. a meanes to breake all other Kingdomes (that is, as too many conceive) all civill Power and Government in pieces.
And I wish, that jealousy were At this time so thoroughly removed out of men's Heads, that they might no more Fear that the Reformation of the Church, according to the Patterre laid down in God's word, will prove like Nchuchadnezzars stone, Dan. 2.27. a means to break all other Kingdoms (that is, as too many conceive) all civil Power and Government in Pieces.
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yet seeing the chiefest adversaries of this Reformation are already taken away, and seeing the work by the mighty power of God hath bin thus farre caried on in your hand, it gives us great ground of hope that the same God, will in his owne time,
yet seeing the chiefest Adversaries of this Reformation Are already taken away, and seeing the work by the mighty power of God hath been thus Far carried on in your hand, it gives us great ground of hope that the same God, will in his own time,
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I may spare the labour of laying out the Parallel of our state to theirs in this Particular, Res ipsa loquitur, we (as you see) are forced to build with our Armes in our hands as they did, Neh. 4.17, 18.
I may spare the labour of laying out the Parallel of our state to theirs in this Particular, Rest ipsa loquitur, we (as you see) Are forced to built with our Arms in our hands as they did, Neh 4.17, 18.
The consideration of these Particulars, setting before us in the state of the Iewes, briefly pointed at in these words, our own Condition every way answerable thereunto,
The consideration of these Particulars, setting before us in the state of the Iewes, briefly pointed At in these words, our own Condition every Way answerable thereunto,
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is of great use unto us, both to raise up our hearts to more heedfull attention to those things which in this portion of Scripture seeme to be spoken to us in their persons,
is of great use unto us, both to raise up our hearts to more heedful attention to those things which in this portion of Scripture seem to be spoken to us in their Persons,
The truth is both upon that ground, and much more for the Wonders of that great Work, to the performance whereof God ingageth himself in this Promise which wee have before us, it concernes us in duty to enquire throughly,
The truth is both upon that ground, and much more for the Wonders of that great Work, to the performance whereof God engageth himself in this Promise which we have before us, it concerns us in duty to inquire thoroughly,
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And that this work, set before us in this Prophecy, may be worthily accompted amongst Gods greatest wonders, is evident by the accompt that himself makes of it;
And that this work, Set before us in this Prophecy, may be worthily accounted among God's greatest wonders, is evident by the account that himself makes of it;
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and by another word of his mouth, receiving breath and life, so that they stood on their feet an exceeding great army, which God himself calls a resurrection out of the Grave, Ezech. 37.7, 8, 10, 13. And secondly, by advancing it above the wonders which he wrought in bringing his people out of Egypt, as himself in expresse termes affi•mes, Jer. 16.15.
and by Another word of his Mouth, receiving breath and life, so that they stood on their feet an exceeding great army, which God himself calls a resurrection out of the Grave, Ezekiel 37.7, 8, 10, 13. And secondly, by advancing it above the wonders which he wrought in bringing his people out of Egypt, as himself in express terms affi•mes, Jer. 16.15.
This was indeed a work so farre above all possibility, in mans eye, that the Iewes themselves concluded, Our bones are dryed vp, our hope is lost, we are cut off for our parts, Ezech. 37.1. A work in it self wonderfull to Admiration, but made more wonderfull by the Time, wherin it was wrought, a Troublous time, sufficient to hinder the most easie and likely work, much more to make a work in it self so Difficult and improbable, altogether Impossible in mans judgement.
This was indeed a work so Far above all possibility, in men eye, that the Iewes themselves concluded, Our bones Are dried up, our hope is lost, we Are Cut off for our parts, Ezekiel 37.1. A work in it self wonderful to Admiration, but made more wonderful by the Time, wherein it was wrought, a Troublous time, sufficient to hinder the most easy and likely work, much more to make a work in it self so Difficult and improbable, altogether Impossible in men judgement.
The street shall be built againe and the wall, in the time expressed, after 7 weeks, that is (accompting every day for a yeare) after 49 yeares from the going out of the Decree.
The street shall be built again and the wall, in the time expressed, After 7 weeks, that is (accounting every day for a year) After 49 Years from the going out of the decree.
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Secondly, we have represented unto us the Condition of the Time when it shall be built, a Troublous time (for the exact Period of the time, that it shall be accomplished after 49 yeares, it makes not much to our present occasion,
Secondly, we have represented unto us the Condition of the Time when it shall be built, a Troublous time (for the exact Period of the time, that it shall be accomplished After 49 Years, it makes not much to our present occasion,
unlesse it be to give farther assurance to the certainty of the Prophecy, that God limits it to a precise number of yeares, which none can doe but hee, which hath the times and seasons in his owne hand) It is enough to our purpose to looke upon it as a Troublous time. Thirdly, we have the work promised to be performed, the building of the Street,
unless it be to give farther assurance to the certainty of the Prophecy, that God Limits it to a precise number of Years, which none can do but he, which hath the times and seasons in his own hand) It is enough to our purpose to look upon it as a Troublous time. Thirdly, we have the work promised to be performed, the building of the Street,
The manner of the expression, considered in relation to the Work (the most difficult of all works) and the Time (the unfittest of all times) i• worthy our carefull observation.
The manner of the expression, considered in Relation to the Work (the most difficult of all works) and the Time (the unfittest of all times) i• worthy our careful observation.
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It was a strange and unlikely thing that Israel after so long and heavie a bondage under the Egyptians, should be wrested out of the hand of such a mighty Nation, that kept them under as their slaves,
It was a strange and unlikely thing that Israel After so long and heavy a bondage under the egyptians, should be wrested out of the hand of such a mighty nation, that kept them under as their slaves,
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yet God not onely promiseth it, but bids Abraham to make accompt of it as of a certaine thing, know (saith he) of a surety that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs,
yet God not only promises it, but bids Abraham to make account of it as of a certain thing, know (Says he) of a surety that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs,
Gen. 15.13, 14. It was not more serioussy promised then really performed, and that in the point of time limited by the Lord, The selfe same day it came to passe, that all the Hosts of the Lord went up out of the land of Egypt, saith Moses Exod. 12.41.
Gen. 15.13, 14. It was not more serioussy promised then really performed, and that in the point of time limited by the Lord, The self same day it Come to pass, that all the Hosts of the Lord went up out of the land of Egypt, Says Moses Exod 12.41.
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and was now 90 yeeres old, and her husband an hundred, and both their bodies dead as to the having of children, that Sarah laughs at the Promise. Gen. 18.12. and yet see how peremptorily God promiseth it.
and was now 90 Years old, and her husband an hundred, and both their bodies dead as to the having of children, that Sarah laughs At the Promise. Gen. 18.12. and yet see how peremptorily God promises it.
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for a moneth long, Numb. 11.19, 20. The people thought it was more then God could do as they spake, Psal. 78.19, 20. and Moses was almost of their mind,
for a Monn long, Numb. 11.19, 20. The people Thought it was more then God could do as they spoke, Psalm 78.19, 20. and Moses was almost of their mind,
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as it appeares by his objection of the impossibility of feeding six hundred thousand men, besides women and children, in a barraine Wildernesse that yeelded no provision for the sustaining of mans life:
as it appears by his objection of the impossibility of feeding six hundred thousand men, beside women and children, in a barren Wilderness that yielded no provision for the sustaining of men life:
yet we see it made good in the event, by the sending of innumerable multitudes of Quails, the most dainty of all flesh. Numb. 11.31. Many more instances might be brought, to evidence this truth, but these are sufficient.
yet we see it made good in the event, by the sending of innumerable Multitudes of Quails, the most dainty of all Flesh. Numb. 11.31. Many more instances might be brought, to evidence this truth, but these Are sufficient.
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First, that God hath sufficient ground to speak peremp torily of things to come, will be evident unto us if we consider, what hinders men that they cannot speak in that manner,
First, that God hath sufficient ground to speak peremp torily of things to come, will be evident unto us if we Consider, what hinders men that they cannot speak in that manner,
Now God we know lives for ever, from everlasting to everlasting he is God, Psal. 90.2. The earth may faile, and the heavens may be roled up as a garment, but God remaines the same and his yeeres faile not, Heb. 1.11.
Now God we know lives for ever, from everlasting to everlasting he is God, Psalm 90.2. The earth may fail, and the heavens may be rolled up as a garment, but God remains the same and his Years fail not, Hebrew 1.11.
and this resolution continued with him 20 yeeres, while Iacob sojourned with Laban, as is evident by his gathering of foure hundred men to come against him,
and this resolution continued with him 20 Years, while Iacob sojourned with Laban, as is evident by his gathering of foure hundred men to come against him,
In this Balaam tels us God is not like man, Numb. 23.19, God is not as man that he should lie, neither the sonne of man that he should repent, that is he neither speakes that which hedoth not intend or purpose,
In this balaam tells us God is not like man, Numb. 23.19, God is not as man that he should lie, neither the son of man that he should Repent, that is he neither speaks that which hedoth not intend or purpose,
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No, God is alwayes of one mind, Job 23 13. and the thoughts of his heart stand throughout all ages, Psal. 33.11. Vpon both these grounds the Lord concludes the safe condition of his people, I the Lord change not (he meanes neither in nature nor in purpose, I am still the same God and of the same mind) therefore yee sonnes of Iacob are not consumed. Mal. 3.6.
No, God is always of one mind, Job 23 13. and the thoughts of his heart stand throughout all ages, Psalm 33.11. Upon both these grounds the Lord concludes the safe condition of his people, I the Lord change not (he means neither in nature nor in purpose, I am still the same God and of the same mind) Therefore ye Sons of Iacob Are not consumed. Malachi 3.6.
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No such impediments can stand in Gods way, who having all power in his owne hand, doth whatsoever he pleaseth in Heaven and in Earth, in the Seas and in all deepe places Psal. 135.6.
No such impediments can stand in God's Way, who having all power in his own hand, does whatsoever he Pleases in Heaven and in Earth, in the Seas and in all deep places Psalm 135.6.
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for his will gives a being to those things that do not yet subsist which the Schoolemen call Esse Volitum, otherwise God should speak falsely when he calls things that are not as if they were.
for his will gives a being to those things that do not yet subsist which the Schoolmen call Esse Volitum, otherwise God should speak falsely when he calls things that Are not as if they were.
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& in maus eye it seeme never so improbable or impossible, so it beseemes him to speake so, in point of honour, he must speak like a God as well as doe like a God, I will open rivers in high places (saith God, Isa. 41.18, 19.) and make the Wildernesse a standing poole, and fruitfull in pleasant and usefull plants, that they may know that the hand of the Lord hath done this, ver.
& in maus eye it seem never so improbable or impossible, so it beseems him to speak so, in point of honour, he must speak like a God as well as do like a God, I will open Rivers in high places (Says God, Isaiah 41.18, 19.) and make the Wilderness a standing pool, and fruitful in pleasant and useful plants, that they may know that the hand of the Lord hath done this, ver.
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and ver. 9. He challengeth all the world to speak as he speaks, that is to foretell certainly things to come, to say Unto the deepe be dry and I will dry up thy Rivers, to say of Cyrus he shall performe all my pleasure &c. Isa. 44.27, 28. There is no question but the history of the Creation manifesteth the Lord to be God wherein we have him described speaking first,
and for. 9. He Challengeth all the world to speak as he speaks, that is to foretell Certainly things to come, to say Unto the deep be dry and I will dry up thy rivers, to say of Cyrus he shall perform all my pleasure etc. Isaiah 44.27, 28. There is no question but the history of the Creation manifesteth the Lord to be God wherein we have him described speaking First,
because they are the foundation of our faith, which must rest upon certaine and immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to lye, that so we might have strong consolation, Heb. 6.18.
Because they Are the Foundation of our faith, which must rest upon certain and immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie, that so we might have strong consolation, Hebrew 6.18.
How easily our Faith in the apprehension of Gods promises may be staggered, especially in times of tryall, appeares in the example of the Prophet David, who finding himselfe compassed with the sorrowes of death,
How Easily our Faith in the apprehension of God's promises may be staggered, especially in times of trial, appears in the Exampl of the Prophet David, who finding himself compassed with the sorrows of death,
so that the paines of hell gat hold upon him, acknowledgeth that in that perplexed condition he was ready to conclude that all men were lyars Psal. 116.3.11. He meanes perhaps the Prophets, who from Gods owne mouth had assured him of the Kingdome. And the Psalmist, Psal. 77.8. in expresse termes questions, not only the mercies of God, but his promises also.
so that the pains of hell got hold upon him, acknowledgeth that in that perplexed condition he was ready to conclude that all men were liars Psalm 116.3.11. He means perhaps the prophets, who from God's own Mouth had assured him of the Kingdom. And the Psalmist, Psalm 77.8. in express terms questions, not only the Mercies of God, but his promises also.
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how is it that wee give so little credit to them? That the words and engagements of men, that deceive and are deceived, are esteemed above them? An Epigrammatist of our owne, had rather take King Iames his word then St. IAMES the Apostles.
how is it that we give so little credit to them? That the words and engagements of men, that deceive and Are deceived, Are esteemed above them? an Epigrammatist of our own, had rather take King James his word then Saint JAMES the Apostles.
For who sees not but that those who will be contented to trust men upon their bands, with hundreds and thousands if need be are like the Ruler, Luke 18.22, 23. who,
For who sees not but that those who will be contented to trust men upon their bans, with hundreds and thousands if need be Are like the Ruler, Lycia 18.22, 23. who,
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The best assurance that men can have for the enjoying of the Mannors or Lands, which they purchase of other men, is but an evidence under the hands and seales of mortall men,
The best assurance that men can have for the enjoying of the Manors or Lands, which they purchase of other men, is but an evidence under the hands and Seals of Mortal men,
and yet upon such assurance men lay out and part with large summes of Mony somtimes with all they have, notwithstanding the possessions when they have them are of an uncertaine and changeable condition,
and yet upon such assurance men lay out and part with large sums of Money sometimes with all they have, notwithstanding the possessions when they have them Are of an uncertain and changeable condition,
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But where are the men that will take our Saviours word, Luke 18.29, 30. that if they make losse of any thing for the Kingdome of God, they shall receive manifold more in this present time,
But where Are the men that will take our Saviors word, Lycia 18.29, 30. that if they make loss of any thing for the Kingdom of God, they shall receive manifold more in this present time,
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and in the world to come life everlasting, and upon that assurance adventure their whole estates? Where are they that will take Salomons word, that if they cast their bread upon the waters,
and in the world to come life everlasting, and upon that assurance adventure their Whole estates? Where Are they that will take Solomon's word, that if they cast their bred upon the waters,
Or the Prophet Isaiah's promise, that he that deviseth liberall things shall stand, (that is) secure his estate by liberall things, Isa. 32.8? And yet these are not the words of men,
Or the Prophet Isaiah's promise, that he that devises liberal things shall stand, (that is) secure his estate by liberal things, Isaiah 32.8? And yet these Are not the words of men,
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why doe we not follow after this gainfull way of godlinesse which brings so large and lasting a reward, assured by the word of God himself? Nay why upon the same assurance doewe not lay hold of Eternall life? What doe we grasping after the world,
why do we not follow After this gainful Way of godliness which brings so large and lasting a reward, assured by the word of God himself? Nay why upon the same assurance doewe not lay hold of Eternal life? What do we grasping After the world,
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First, of the great wrong and dishonour wee offer to God himself: Secondly, of the evils that we bring, and that deservedly upon our own soules. We dishonour God
First, of the great wrong and dishonour we offer to God himself: Secondly, of the evils that we bring, and that deservedly upon our own Souls. We dishonour God
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and for which God hath indued us with wisdome and understanding above the beasts of the field, that being true of every man, which our Saviour affirmes of himself;
and for which God hath endued us with Wisdom and understanding above the beasts of the field, that being true of every man, which our Saviour affirms of himself;
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as the Psalmist justifies it against the Israelites in the Wildernesse, that though they remembred that God was their rock, and the high God their Redeemer,
as the Psalmist Justifies it against the Israelites in the Wilderness, that though they remembered that God was their rock, and the high God their Redeemer,
First because God hath so farre condescended to our weaknesse, as to engage himselfe unto us so many wayes, being notwithstanding debtor to no man, bestowing whatsoever he gives freely out of meere Grace.
First Because God hath so Far condescended to our weakness, as to engage himself unto us so many ways, being notwithstanding debtor to no man, bestowing whatsoever he gives freely out of mere Grace.
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and affording such firme footing for our Faith, God should not have so much credit with us as to bee beleeved upon his Word, his Oath, his Seale, is such a dishonour to the God of Truth,
and affording such firm footing for our Faith, God should not have so much credit with us as to be believed upon his Word, his Oath, his Seal, is such a dishonour to the God of Truth,
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Especially if we consider in the next place that God hath never given us cause to distrust him, he never failed us in any one Promise, wherein he hath ingaged himselfe unto us.
Especially if we Consider in the next place that God hath never given us cause to distrust him, he never failed us in any one Promise, wherein he hath engaged himself unto us.
Nothing so farre kindled Gods wrath as the provoking of his sonnes and daughters, Deut. 32.19. NONLATINALPHABET, What thou my sonne (said Iulius Cesar to Brutus ) when he saw him amongst the rest of the conspirators come to stabbe him:
Nothing so Far kindled God's wrath as the provoking of his Sons and daughters, Deuteronomy 32.19., What thou my son (said Julius Cesar to Brutus) when he saw him among the rest of the conspirators come to stab him:
that great dishonour of slighting his Promises, and in their lives and conversations declaring to the world that they make more accompt of mens assurance then they doe of them?
that great dishonour of slighting his Promises, and in their lives and conversations declaring to the world that they make more account of men's assurance then they do of them?
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or outward afflictions, wee shall find our selves forced to take up Davids complaint I looked for comforters but J found none, Psal. 69.20. and Psal. 142.4. I looked on my right hand and there was no man would know me, refuge failed me.
or outward afflictions, we shall find our selves forced to take up Davids complaint I looked for Comforters but J found none, Psalm 69.20. and Psalm 142.4. I looked on my right hand and there was no man would know me, refuge failed me.
what have you to doe with my promises which you never beleeved nor regarded? This is and will be a sad condition into which our unbelief will cast us when it will be too late to help it. 2.
what have you to do with my promises which you never believed nor regarded? This is and will be a sad condition into which our unbelief will cast us when it will be too late to help it. 2.
As on the other-side, those that exported nothing from God, desire to have nothing to doe with his service, Iob 21.15. 3. ly The want of this Faith by which we embrace Gods promises, utterly cuts off all hope of eternall life, which nothing but Faith in Gods promises can lay hold off:
As on the otherside, those that exported nothing from God, desire to have nothing to do with his service, Job 21.15. 3. lie The want of this Faith by which we embrace God's promises, utterly cuts off all hope of Eternal life, which nothing but Faith in God's promises can lay hold off:
And to be shut of that hope, leaves unto a man nothing but a certaine looking for of judgement and fiery indignation which shall devoure the adversaries, Heb. 10.27. 4. Lastly, in the meane time this want of Faith in the promises, leaves the heart of a man full of distractions and unquietnesse thereby:
And to be shut of that hope, leaves unto a man nothing but a certain looking for of judgement and fiery Indignation which shall devour the Adversaries, Hebrew 10.27. 4. Lastly, in the mean time this want of Faith in the promises, leaves the heart of a man full of distractions and unquietness thereby:
whereas one that hath built his Faith upon Gods promise, is like a Ship moared by her anchors, in a safe harbour, from whence the ebbs and flouds of the sea cannot remove her.
whereas one that hath built his Faith upon God's promise, is like a Ship moared by her anchors, in a safe harbour, from whence the ebbs and floods of the sea cannot remove her.
2. Vse. Let me therefore earnestly beseech you (right honourable and beloved) by the mercies of God, to labour above all things to strengthen Faith, having such a firme foundation to build it on;
2. Use. Let me Therefore earnestly beseech you (right honourable and Beloved) by the Mercies of God, to labour above all things to strengthen Faith, having such a firm Foundation to built it on;
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not cunningly devised fables as the Apostle cals them, 2 Pet. 12.16. not the word of men who may deceive and be deceived, but a faithfull word; Tit. 1.29. A sure word, 2. Pet. 1.29. The word of the God of truth who cannot lye, a word more firme then the foundation of the earth, setled for ever in heaven, Psal. 119.89.
not cunningly devised fables as the Apostle calls them, 2 Pet. 12.16. not the word of men who may deceive and be deceived, but a faithful word; Tit. 1.29. A sure word, 2. Pet. 1.29. The word of the God of truth who cannot lie, a word more firm then the Foundation of the earth, settled for ever in heaven, Psalm 119.89.
We have great reason to be earnest and serious in labouring, with all our power, to attain to this firmnesse of Faith, not only because otherwise we despise this great mercy and compassion of God towards us, in condescending to our weaknesse,
We have great reason to be earnest and serious in labouring, with all our power, to attain to this firmness of Faith, not only Because otherwise we despise this great mercy and compassion of God towards us, in condescending to our weakness,
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but more especially upon these sore weighty and important considerations. 1. Of all other graces, Faith is most necessary and usefull unto us every way.
but more especially upon these soar weighty and important considerations. 1. Of all other graces, Faith is most necessary and useful unto us every Way.
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Indeed there is no more mentioned in that place, but that he beleeved, and thereby Sealed to the power of God, being fully perswaded that he which had promised was able to doe it, ver. 21. But without beleeving his faithfulnesse and truth with all neither had hee any sound comfort,
Indeed there is no more mentioned in that place, but that he believed, and thereby Sealed to the power of God, being Fully persuaded that he which had promised was able to do it, ver. 21. But without believing his faithfulness and truth with all neither had he any found Comfort,
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nor God his due honour by beleeving, wherefore it expresly testified of Sarah, that she beleeved that he was faithfull that had promised, Heb. 11.11. 2. ly To us is Faith of such necessity, that without it wee were dead spiritually, it is that which unites us unto Christ the fountaine of life in whom we live as the Apostle testifieth of himself:
nor God his due honour by believing, Wherefore it expressly testified of Sarah, that she believed that he was faithful that had promised, Hebrew 11.11. 2. lie To us is Faith of such necessity, that without it we were dead spiritually, it is that which unites us unto christ the fountain of life in whom we live as the Apostle Testifieth of himself:
So that without Faith we are without Christ who is our life, Col. 3.4. Again, it is Faith that quickens all our endeavours and sweetens all our labours in Gods service, knowing that in due season we shall reape if we faint not, Gal, 6.9.
So that without Faith we Are without christ who is our life, Col. 3.4. Again, it is Faith that quickens all our endeavours and sweetens all our labours in God's service, knowing that in due season we shall reap if we faint not, Gall, 6.9.
I had fainted (saith David ) unlesse I had beleeved to see the goodnesse of God in the land of the living, Psal. 27.13. Whence he professeth that Gods word the ground of our Faith, was all the comfort which he had in his afflictions, Psal. 119.50.
I had fainted (Says David) unless I had believed to see the Goodness of God in the land of the living, Psalm 27.13. Whence he Professes that God's word the ground of our Faith, was all the Comfort which he had in his afflictions, Psalm 119.50.
no not so farre as to take time to consider what to answer in so dangerous a case, Dan. 3.17. Lastly, it is Faith that supplies us with strong consolations, Heb. 6.18.
no not so Far as to take time to Consider what to answer in so dangerous a case, Dan. 3.17. Lastly, it is Faith that supplies us with strong consolations, Hebrew 6.18.
Sense cannot help us, for the objects of Faith are things that are not seene, Heb. 11.1. That is, things that are above Sense, things that are in the nature of them spirituall, 2. Cor. 4.18.
Sense cannot help us, for the objects of Faith Are things that Are not seen, Hebrew 11.1. That is, things that Are above Sense, things that Are in the nature of them spiritual, 2. Cor. 4.18.
Wherefore Abraham, that he might waxe strong in Faith, silenced Reason, which would have furnished him with arguments against the promise of having a sonne by Sarah; for the Apostle tels us, that he considered not (that is, did not so much admit into debate, reasons drawn from) the deadnesse of his own body,
Wherefore Abraham, that he might wax strong in Faith, silenced Reason, which would have furnished him with Arguments against the promise of having a son by Sarah; for the Apostle tells us, that he considered not (that is, did not so much admit into debate, Reasons drawn from) the deadness of his own body,
And when Sarah began by Reason to examine the promise of having a Child, at 90. yeers old, she was so farre from beleeving it, that she laughed at it, Gen. 18.11.
And when Sarah began by Reason to examine the promise of having a Child, At 90. Years old, she was so Far from believing it, that she laughed At it, Gen. 18.11.
And as long as Moses makes use of his reason to weigh Gods promise of feeding six hundred thousand men, besides women and children, with flesh, in the Wildernesse for a moneth together;
And as long as Moses makes use of his reason to weigh God's promise of feeding six hundred thousand men, beside women and children, with Flesh, in the Wilderness for a Monn together;
A second difficulty in obtaining Faith, is the consideration of those great and wonderfull things which it apprehends and beleeves, That the Holy Lord, who hates all the workers of iniquity, as David testifies of him, Psal. 5.3. and will by no meanes pardon the guilty, as himselfe professeth, Exod. 34.3.
A second difficulty in obtaining Faith, is the consideration of those great and wonderful things which it apprehends and believes, That the Holy Lord, who hates all the workers of iniquity, as David Testifies of him, Psalm 5.3. and will by no means pardon the guilty, as himself Professes, Exod 34.3.
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and, out of his owne goodnesse, and free Grace, give his owne Son, his delight from all eternity, to be a ransome for their soules, cause him, who accompted it no robbery to be equall with God himselfe, to abase himselfe so low,
and, out of his own Goodness, and free Grace, give his own Son, his delight from all eternity, to be a ransom for their Souls, cause him, who accounted it no robbery to be equal with God himself, to abase himself so low,
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perhaps devoured by fishes, or wildbeasts, or consumed into ashes in flames of fire, or at least turned into and mixed with the dust of the earth, the very same individuall body, Iob 19.26.27.
perhaps devoured by Fish, or wildbeasts, or consumed into Ashes in flames of fire, or At least turned into and mixed with the dust of the earth, the very same Individu body, Job 19.26.27.
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wonders upon wonders, that if Faith were not a Supernaturall worke, an effect of the Almighty power of the spirit of God working in us, they were impossible to be beleeved, that it is no marvaile though they were rejected of the wisest amongst men,
wonders upon wonders, that if Faith were not a Supernatural work, an Effect of the Almighty power of the Spirit of God working in us, they were impossible to be believed, that it is no marvel though they were rejected of the Wisest among men,
A third consideration which should move us above all things, to labour with all our power to settle and establish our Faith, is this, That above all other Graces Satan bends all his power and policies against it, either to shake, or overthrow it.
A third consideration which should move us above all things, to labour with all our power to settle and establish our Faith, is this, That above all other Graces Satan bends all his power and policies against it, either to shake, or overthrow it.
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It was the Faith of our first Parents that Satan first assailed in Paradice, Yea (saith he) hath God said, and afterwards yee shall not surely dye, Gen. 3.1.4.
It was the Faith of our First Parents that Satan First assailed in Paradise, Yea (Says he) hath God said, and afterwards ye shall not surely die, Gen. 3.1.4.
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And it was Peters Faith that Sathan aimed at, when he desired to sift him, as appeares by our Saviours promise to pray that his Faith might not faile, Luke 22.31.32.
And it was Peter's Faith that Sathan aimed At, when he desired to sift him, as appears by our Saviors promise to pray that his Faith might not fail, Lycia 22.31.32.
when hee shooke it so sore, that he thrice denied and forswore his Master. Questionlesse Satan both knowes his own advantages, and improves them to the uttermost.
when he shook it so soar, that he thrice denied and forswore his Master. Questionless Satan both knows his own advantages, and improves them to the uttermost.
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It concerns us therefore neerly, to use all diligence, both to get and strengthen Faith, so usefull every way, so hard to be gained, and strongly assaulted.
It concerns us Therefore nearly, to use all diligence, both to get and strengthen Faith, so useful every Way, so hard to be gained, and strongly assaulted.
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The Apostle therefore exhorts us to follow after Faith, 1. Tim. 6.11. and to have it alwayes about us as the chiefe part of our spirituall Armour, Eph. 6.16. Above all (saith he) take the shield of Faith, whereby you shall be able to quench the fiery darts of the wicked.
The Apostle Therefore exhorts us to follow After Faith, 1. Tim. 6.11. and to have it always about us as the chief part of our spiritual Armour, Ephesians 6.16. Above all (Says he) take the shield of Faith, whereby you shall be able to quench the fiery darts of the wicked.
A strange expression, that a shield should quench fire, unlesse perhaps he allude to the Hebrew name NONLATINALPHABET a shield or buckler, comming from NONLATINALPHABET which signifies to coole.
A strange expression, that a shield should quench fire, unless perhaps he allude to the Hebrew name a shield or buckler, coming from which signifies to cool.
First, We must be sure to build our Faith upon a firme foundation, which can be none other then the faithfull word of God, as the Apostle cals it, Tit. 1.9. establisht to all generations, Psal. 119.90. Upon which David builds all his Hope, Psal. 130.5. I waite for the Lord (saith he) my soule doth waite; and in his word do I hope: And, Psal. 119.114. Thou art my hiding place, and my shield: I hope in thy word.
First, We must be sure to built our Faith upon a firm Foundation, which can be none other then the faithful word of God, as the Apostle calls it, Tit. 1.9. established to all generations, Psalm 119.90. Upon which David builds all his Hope, Psalm 130.5. I wait for the Lord (Says he) my soul does wait; and in his word do I hope: And, Psalm 119.114. Thou art my hiding place, and my shield: I hope in thy word.
And as it must be a cleer Word that our Faith must rest on, so must it be a full Word, the promise taken with all the circumstances and conditions annexed thereunto.
And as it must be a clear Word that our Faith must rest on, so must it be a full Word, the promise taken with all the Circumstances and conditions annexed thereunto.
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It was a cleer Word wch the Devil alleadgeth to our Saviour Christ, Matt. 4.6. out of Psal. 91.11.12. That God gives his Angels charge over his children, to keep them that they dash not their foote against a stone;
It was a clear Word which the devil allegeth to our Saviour christ, Matt. 4.6. out of Psalm 91.11.12. That God gives his Angels charge over his children, to keep them that they dash not their foot against a stone;
St. John tels us, If we confesse our sinnes, he is faithfull and just to forgive us our sinnes, 1. Ioh. 1.9. To make this a full Word, we must supply it with a clause out of Prov. 28.13. He that confesseth and forsaketh his sinnes shall find mercy:
Saint John tells us, If we confess our Sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins, 1. John 1.9. To make this a full Word, we must supply it with a clause out of Curae 28.13. He that Confesses and Forsaketh his Sins shall find mercy:
or to subdue their corrupt fusts from whence it springs, remaining still under the dominion of sinne, making provision for sin, to fulfill tthe lusts thereof, living in all manner of sensuality,
or to subdue their corrupt fusts from whence it springs, remaining still under the dominion of sin, making provision for since, to fulfil tthe Lustiest thereof, living in all manner of sensuality,
It is recorded of that great Commander Philopaemon, that as he walked either alone, or with his friends, he used to view and consider the ground through which he passed, what advantages,
It is recorded of that great Commander Philopaemon, that as he walked either alone, or with his Friends, he used to view and Consider the ground through which he passed, what advantages,
Let us learne in this point wisdome of the children of this world, our enemies are more subtile, more powerfull, more vigilant, their surprises more sodaine and more dangerous, Be sober, be vigilant,
Let us Learn in this point Wisdom of the children of this world, our enemies Are more subtle, more powerful, more vigilant, their surprises more sudden and more dangerous, Be Sobrium, be vigilant,
if he had not been so securely and carelesly confident, ver. 33. but taken our Saviours warning before-hand, ver. 31.34. Faith, thus grounded and exercised, must be held out as a shield against Sathans fiery darts in times of tryall.
if he had not been so securely and carelessly confident, ver. 33. but taken our Saviors warning beforehand, ver. 31.34. Faith, thus grounded and exercised, must be held out as a shield against Satan's fiery darts in times of trial.
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David being sorely shaken by the observation of wicked mens prosperous estate, and his owne afflictions, hath recourse to the Sanctuary where the word of God was layd up,
David being sorely shaken by the observation of wicked men's prosperous estate, and his own afflictions, hath recourse to the Sanctuary where the word of God was laid up,
And Psal. 77. the Psalmist being tempted to question not only Gods mercies but his Promises too, vers. 7, 8. is forced to have recourse to Gods workes, ver. 11, 12. (the supporters (as I may terme them) of that Faith which is founded upon the Word for the quieting of his distempered thoughts.
And Psalm 77. the Psalmist being tempted to question not only God's Mercies but his Promises too, vers. 7, 8. is forced to have recourse to God's works, ver. 11, 12. (the supporters (as I may term them) of that Faith which is founded upon the Word for the quieting of his distempered thoughts.
if yet it seeme to waver adde unto it experiments, eyther in our selves, as David doth of his deliverance from the Lyon and the Beare, 1 Sam. 17.37. when he was to sight with Goliah; or others, as David comforted himselfe by remembring Gods judgements of old, Psal. 119.52.
if yet it seem to waver add unto it experiments, either in our selves, as David does of his deliverance from the lion and the Bear, 1 Sam. 17.37. when he was to sighed with Goliath; or Others, as David comforted himself by remembering God's Judgments of old, Psalm 119.52.
that the Dragon should make warre with the Woman, (that is the Church) and the remnant of her seed which keepe the Commandements of God, made good and fulfilled before our eyes,
that the Dragon should make war with the Woman, (that is the Church) and the remnant of her seed which keep the commandments of God, made good and fulfilled before our eyes,
By which that man of Sinne, the Incendiary thereof, hath so farre prevailed against the poore flock of CHRIST, that some of the most famous and eminent States who had set up the Kingdome of CHRIST amongst them, have hardly left unto them at this day the forme or face of a Church.
By which that man of Sin, the Incendiary thereof, hath so Far prevailed against the poor flock of CHRIST, that Some of the most famous and eminent States who had Set up the Kingdom of CHRIST among them, have hardly left unto them At this day the Form or face of a Church.
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In the beholding of such sad spectacles, let us lay before us that Propheticall Promise, Dan. 2.44. That the Kingdome which God shall set up shall never be destroyed, nor left to other people, and that faithfull and full assurance out of our Saviours owne mouth, that the gates of hell shall not prevaile against it, Math. 16.18.
In the beholding of such sad spectacles, let us lay before us that Prophetical Promise, Dan. 2.44. That the Kingdom which God shall Set up shall never be destroyed, nor left to other people, and that faithful and full assurance out of our Saviors own Mouth, that the gates of hell shall not prevail against it, Math. 16.18.
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That rather then faile the Woman (the Church he meanes) shall have wings to cary her out of the Dragons reach, Revel. 12.13, 14. That the Wildernesse shall nourish her, for a time,
That rather then fail the Woman (the Church he means) shall have wings to carry her out of the Dragons reach, Revel. 12.13, 14. That the Wilderness shall nourish her, for a time,
and times, and halfe a time, that if the Serpent cast out floods of water after her, to cary her away, the earth shall swallow up the flood, vers. 15.16. In brief, that God will arme and raise all the Creatures in heaven and earth for the defence of his Church.
and times, and half a time, that if the Serpent cast out floods of water After her, to carry her away, the earth shall swallow up the flood, vers. 15.16. In brief, that God will arm and raise all the Creatures in heaven and earth for the defence of his Church.
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Adde unto these, the Decree pronounced against the Beast and the false Prophet that deceived them that received the marke of the Beast they shall be taken and be cast alive into a Lake of fire burning with brimstone, Revel. 19.20.
Add unto these, the decree pronounced against the Beast and the false Prophet that deceived them that received the mark of the Beast they shall be taken and be cast alive into a Lake of fire burning with brimstone, Revel. 19.20.
as Ioseph speakes to Pharaoh, Gen. 41.32. yea, I dare boldly say, that these present Troubles of the Church (wch yet are but to purge out the Iniquity of Iacob and take away the sinne, Isa. 27.9.) are but preparations to that great worke.
as Ioseph speaks to Pharaoh, Gen. 41.32. yea, I Dare boldly say, that these present Troubles of the Church (which yet Are but to purge out the Iniquity of Iacob and take away the sin, Isaiah 27.9.) Are but preparations to that great work.
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Yea but (you will say) what Promise have we concerning this Nation, and the Church of God therein? what may we beleeve the issue of our troubles shall be at last? To this I answer in generall, two things:
Yea but (you will say) what Promise have we Concerning this nation, and the Church of God therein? what may we believe the issue of our Troubles shall be At last? To this I answer in general, two things:
or any true love unto his Church, as members of that body, we should put on St. Pauls resolution, None of these move me (sayth he) neither count I my life deare unto my selfe,
or any true love unto his Church, as members of that body, we should put on Saint Paul's resolution, None of these move me (say he) neither count I my life deer unto my self,
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It was resolutely answered by the Roman Consuls, when they stood stifly against the Law called Agraria (which caused so many commotions at sundry times in the Roman state) for the opposing wherof, their Predecessors, the Consuls of the former yeare,
It was resolutely answered by the Roman Consuls, when they stood stiffly against the Law called Agraria (which caused so many commotions At sundry times in the Roman state) for the opposing whereof, their Predecessors, the Consuls of the former year,
I am sure the Prophets, think it a sufficient ground of comfort to support the hearts of Gods children, under the heavy burthen of the Babylonish captivity, that it should be well with the Church in time to come,
I am sure the prophets, think it a sufficient ground of Comfort to support the hearts of God's children, under the heavy burden of the Babylonish captivity, that it should be well with the Church in time to come,
If we hearken to God, and walke in his wayes, we have sufficient ground to assure our selves of the fulfilling of those Promises to have our Enemies subdued,
If we harken to God, and walk in his ways, we have sufficient ground to assure our selves of the fulfilling of those Promises to have our Enemies subdued,
as assured by the word of God, the fulfilling of all those gracious Promises recorded, Jer. 17.24, 25, 26. For the things written afore-time, were written for us, that we through comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.
as assured by the word of God, the fulfilling of all those gracious Promises recorded, Jer. 17.24, 25, 26. For the things written aforetime, were written for us, that we through Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.
Not to hold you long, look well upon your Covenant by which you have in as solemne a manner as may be, obliged your selves, by lifting up your hands to the most high God, in the presence of men and Angels (which if you break, God will certainly recompence it on your heads,
Not to hold you long, look well upon your Covenant by which you have in as solemn a manner as may be, obliged your selves, by lifting up your hands to the most high God, in the presence of men and Angels (which if you break, God will Certainly recompense it on your Heads,
and make good your solemne engagements both for Publique and private Reformation, and you may boldly challenge God to make good unto you, any Promise which he hath made vnto his Church in his Word, in any age past.
and make good your solemn engagements both for Public and private Reformation, and you may boldly challenge God to make good unto you, any Promise which he hath made unto his Church in his Word, in any age past.
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and constantly stept in betweene us and our utter ruine, at Keinton, at Brainford, at Newbery, at York, at Cheriton, at Naseby, (when we may truly say with David, 1 Sam. 20.3. There was but a step betweene us and death or utter destruction) hath so compassionately looked upon us in our low estate, as the Psalmist termes it, Psal. 136.23.
and constantly stepped in between us and our utter ruin, At Keinton, At Brianford, At Newbery, At York, At Cheriton, At Naseby, (when we may truly say with David, 1 Sam. 20.3. There was but a step between us and death or utter destruction) hath so compassionately looked upon us in our low estate, as the Psalmist terms it, Psalm 136.23.
presse God with respect to his owne honour, which would have been much blemished if God, who had so strangely brought his children out of Egypt, and over Ierdan, should have suffered them to perish, either in the Wildernesse or in the Land of Canaan. It is true, I grant, that when God hath called us to a work of thorough Reformation,
press God with respect to his own honour, which would have been much blemished if God, who had so strangely brought his children out of Egypt, and over Ierdan, should have suffered them to perish, either in the Wilderness or in the Land of Canaan. It is true, I grant, that when God hath called us to a work of thorough Reformation,
Let us therefore up and be doing, and set forward for the raysing on of this great work, with resolution as being assured both of the successe and perfecting thereof at the last,
Let us Therefore up and be doing, and Set forward for the raising on of this great work, with resolution as being assured both of the success and perfecting thereof At the last,
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and of the acceptance of our labours therein, and of our reward hereafter, what troubles soever we meet with in the way, of which I am to speak in the next place.
and of the acceptance of our labours therein, and of our reward hereafter, what Troubles soever we meet with in the Way, of which I am to speak in the next place.
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The Passeover it self must be eaten with bitter herbes, Exod. 12.8. More particularly, God usually mixeth troubles and afflictions with the Churches Reformation, so that we may lay this before us as a general rule.
The Passover it self must be eaten with bitter herbs, Exod 12.8. More particularly, God usually mixeth Troubles and afflictions with the Churches Reformation, so that we may lay this before us as a general Rule.
The building of the Temple was indeed put off from Davids troublesome Reigne to the dayes of Solomon, a man of Peace (as his name imports) or of Rest as God termes him, 1 Chron. 22.9.
The building of the Temple was indeed put off from Davids troublesome Reign to the days of Solomon, a man of Peace (as his name imports) or of Rest as God terms him, 1 Chronicles 22.9.
When God had by strong hand brought them out of the Land of Egypt, besides their forty yeeres troublesome travaile in the Wildernesse, what troublesome and dangerous warres they were encumbered withal in the Land of Canaan, in their setting and planting there, is at large recorded in the booke of Ioshua.
When God had by strong hand brought them out of the Land of Egypt, beside their forty Years troublesome travail in the Wilderness, what troublesome and dangerous wars they were encumbered withal in the Land of Canaan, in their setting and planting there, is At large recorded in the book of Ioshua.
and the records of the state of the Church, for the first three hundred yeeres after CHRIST, testify to the World, what bitter Persecutions it indured, to the effusion of the blood of many hundreds of thousands of Men, Women,
and the records of the state of the Church, for the First three hundred Years After CHRIST, testify to the World, what bitter Persecutions it endured, to the effusion of the blood of many hundreds of thousands of Men, Women,
and Children, in all places where the Gospel was planted. Yea, the master-builders themselves, drunk as deep, or deeper, of that bitter cup of Afflictions,
and Children, in all places where the Gospel was planted. Yea, the master-builders themselves, drunk as deep, or Deeper, of that bitter cup of Afflictions,
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as any of the rest, as St. Paul testifies of himselfe at large, 2 Cor. 11.23, 24, 25. and is as fully witnessed of the rest, in Histories of undoubted verity.
as any of the rest, as Saint Paul Testifies of himself At large, 2 Cor. 11.23, 24, 25. and is as Fully witnessed of the rest, in Histories of undoubted verity.
To come neerer to the times of the Waldenses, who neere 500 yeeres past held out the light of the Gospel in those dayes of palpable darkenesse, which had overspread almost the face of the whole earth,
To come nearer to the times of the Waldenses, who near 500 Years past held out the Light of the Gospel in those days of palpable darkness, which had overspread almost the face of the Whole earth,
when they began once to encrease to a considerable number (as indeed in the space of a few yeeres, there were reckoned neere Eight hundred thousand, that embraced their Doctrine) the Records of those times, howsoever much corrupted by the adversaries, testify, what bloody Wars were raised up against them by the Pope, continuing neere one hundred yeeres,
when they began once to increase to a considerable number (as indeed in the Molle of a few Years, there were reckoned near Eight hundred thousand, that embraced their Doctrine) the Records of those times, howsoever much corrupted by the Adversaries, testify, what bloody Wars were raised up against them by the Pope, Continuing near one hundred Years,
To speak nothing of those long and bloody warres, raised by the Emperour Sigismund thorough the instigation of that same man of sinne, against the Reformers of the Churches in Bohemia which continued all the dayes of that worthy Commander Iohn Zisca, and divers yeeres after his decease,
To speak nothing of those long and bloody wars, raised by the Emperor Sigismund through the instigation of that same man of sin, against the Reformers of the Churches in Bohemia which continued all the days of that worthy Commander John zisca, and diverse Years After his decease,
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We know, that when Luther began the Reformation of the Church, the Pope and his dependants never left raising of troubles against him and his followers, till at length he had engaged the German Emperour CHARLES the sift, in a cruell warre against the Duke of Saxonie, and his party as most men know;
We know, that when Luther began the Reformation of the Church, the Pope and his dependants never left raising of Troubles against him and his followers, till At length he had engaged the Germane Emperor CHARLES the sift, in a cruel war against the Duke of Saxony, and his party as most men know;
but to this day in one part of Europe or other, goes on bathing it self in blood, wherewith how much it hath bin made drunken, we, aswell as our neighbours, feele to this day to our smart.
but to this day in one part of Europe or other, Goes on bathing it self in blood, wherewith how much it hath been made drunken, we, aswell as our neighbours, feel to this day to our smart.
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There are Instances of Troubles raised by Sathan and his instruments against the Church by those which are without, no lesse are those that are stirred up within the bowels of the Church, by false Brethren, who by speaking perverse things, to draw Disciples after them (as the Apostle tels us they shall doe, Act. 20.30.) strike at the very foundation, on which the Church is built, the very doctrine of Truth.
There Are Instances of Troubles raised by Sathan and his Instruments against the Church by those which Are without, no less Are those that Are stirred up within the bowels of the Church, by false Brothers, who by speaking perverse things, to draw Disciples After them (as the Apostle tells us they shall do, Act. 20.30.) strike At the very Foundation, on which the Church is built, the very Doctrine of Truth.
and the Excommunications, Banishments, and other Persecutions, which ensued thereupon, make it evident enough to all that will take the paines to looke into the Histories of those times.
and the Excommunications, Banishments, and other Persecutions, which ensued thereupon, make it evident enough to all that will take the pains to look into the Histories of those times.
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Yea, and between man and man amongst as many as receive it, as the Prophet fore-tels, that amongst those that are under Christs government, the Wolfe and the Lambe shall dwell together, Isa. 11.6. all enmity shall be taken away, so that none shall destroy in his Holy Mountaine, Isa. 65.25.
Yea, and between man and man among as many as receive it, as the Prophet foretells, that among those that Are under Christ government, the Wolf and the Lamb shall dwell together, Isaiah 11.6. all enmity shall be taken away, so that none shall destroy in his Holy Mountain, Isaiah 65.25.
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For (besides the contrariety in the Natures of the children of Light and of Darkenesse, whereof one is Abomination to the other, Prov. 29.27. and consequently like contraries they must needs destroy one another):
For (beside the contrariety in the Nature's of the children of Light and of Darkness, whereof one is Abomination to the other, Curae 29.27. and consequently like contraries they must needs destroy one Another):
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as many subjects as CHRIST gaines, so many the Divell loseth. Our Saviour tels us, Luke 10.18. That when the Gospell was Preached, it brought downe Sathan from Heaven like lightening.
as many subject's as CHRIST gains, so many the devil loses. Our Saviour tells us, Lycia 10.18. That when the Gospel was Preached, it brought down Sathan from Heaven like lightning.
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and as little mervaile if his servants joyne with him therein, as for other reasons so especially because the Gospell which the Church embraceth, discredits and condemnes all their wayes, restraines their Lusts,
and as little marvel if his Servants join with him therein, as for other Reasons so especially Because the Gospel which the Church Embraceth, discredits and condemns all their ways, restrains their Lustiest,
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not only upon the rod but withall on him that hath appoynted it, Mich. 6.9. To consider his faithfulnesse in raising troubles and afflictions, which quieted Davids heart, Psal. 119.75. J know that thou in faithfulnesse hast afflicted me.
not only upon the rod but withal on him that hath appointed it, Mich. 6.9. To Consider his faithfulness in raising Troubles and afflictions, which quieted Davids heart, Psalm 119.75. J know that thou in faithfulness hast afflicted me.
That by the consideration of Gods righteousnesse in all his wayes, we may gather comfort to our selves, in the troubles raised up against Gods Church by wicked men, we must first therefore settle this position firmly in our hearts, that the Divel and his instruments are but vassals to execute what he hath decreed to be done,
That by the consideration of God's righteousness in all his ways, we may gather Comfort to our selves, in the Troubles raised up against God's Church by wicked men, we must First Therefore settle this position firmly in our hearts, that the devil and his Instruments Are but vassals to execute what he hath decreed to be done,
as St. Peter testifies concerning Christs sufferings, that he was delivered although by the trechery of Iudas, yet withall by the determinate councell and fore-knowledge of God, Act. 2.23. and all the Apostles witnesse that Herod, Pilat, the Gentiles, and people of Israel which were gathered together against Christ, were but Gods Executioners to doe whatsoever his hand and his Councell had determined to be done, Act. 4.18.
as Saint Peter Testifies Concerning Christ sufferings, that he was Delivered although by the treachery of Iudas, yet withal by the determinate council and foreknowledge of God, Act. 2.23. and all the Apostles witness that Herod, Pilat, the Gentiles, and people of Israel which were gathered together against christ, were but God's Executioners to do whatsoever his hand and his Council had determined to be done, Act. 4.18.
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Now we know that God (who is Righteous in all his wayes and holy in all his workes, Psal. 145.17) Orders all things for his own ends, which are his own glory,
Now we know that God (who is Righteous in all his ways and holy in all his works, Psalm 145.17) Order all things for his own ends, which Are his own glory,
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Let us then draw the Reasons of this truth which we have before us from the relations which the troubles raised against the Church in the time of the planting or Reforming thereof, have unto those two maine ends at which God principally aymes his own glory and his Churches good.
Let us then draw the Reasons of this truth which we have before us from the relations which the Troubles raised against the Church in the time of the planting or Reforming thereof, have unto those two main ends At which God principally aims his own glory and his Churches good.
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1. God is much honoured, by making it evident to to the World, that the worke of the Churches Reformation is his owne Act. As Ioseph makes his brethren understand that, in selling him to the Midianites, they were but Gods instruments to bring him into Egipt because there came so much good out of that wherein they intended nothing but evil. Gen. 45.7. and 50.20.
1. God is much honoured, by making it evident to to the World, that the work of the Churches Reformation is his own Act. As Ioseph makes his brothers understand that, in selling him to the midianites, they were but God's Instruments to bring him into Egypt Because there Come so much good out of that wherein they intended nothing but evil. Gen. 45.7. and 50.20.
When the Wildernesse (which by nature brings forth nothing but bushes and shrubbs) is stored with pleasant fruitfull and usefull plants, it is that men may see and know,
When the Wilderness (which by nature brings forth nothing but Bushes and shrubs) is stored with pleasant fruitful and useful plants, it is that men may see and know,
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and the event falls out contrary to what they purposed, it must be concluded, that when the heart of man deviseth his way, yet it is God that directeth his steps, Prov. 16.9.
and the event falls out contrary to what they purposed, it must be concluded, that when the heart of man devises his Way, yet it is God that directeth his steps, Curae 16.9.
Thus that it may appeare the restoring of the Church is Gods own Work, he suffers Satan and his wicked instruments to oppose and hinder it what they can that the effecting of that Worke without and against mens intentions may be ascribed to God alone. 2.
Thus that it may appear the restoring of the Church is God's own Work, he suffers Satan and his wicked Instruments to oppose and hinder it what they can that the effecting of that Work without and against men's intentions may be ascribed to God alone. 2.
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so it manifests it to be the Work of his Almighty power, when his enemies having armed themselves against him with all their strength are overmastered by him.
so it manifests it to be the Work of his Almighty power, when his enemies having armed themselves against him with all their strength Are overmastered by him.
When Nebuchadnezar saw that with all his power, and with the help of his fiery furnace, he was not able to hurt so much as an heire of the heads of the three children, it moved him not only to Astonishment at the present,
When Nebuchadnezzar saw that with all his power, and with the help of his fiery furnace, he was not able to hurt so much as an heir of the Heads of the three children, it moved him not only to Astonishment At the present,
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Neither doth this way of Gods, in restoring his Church in Troublous times more manifest his power then it doth his goodnesse in drawing Good out of Evil,
Neither does this Way of God's, in restoring his Church in Troublous times more manifest his power then it does his Goodness in drawing Good out of Evil,
and his wisdome in serving himselfe of the Councels and endeavours of his Enemies, and turning all their crosse wayes to meet in the furthering of his owne ends as he did Satans practice in crucifying our Saviour, to the accomplishing of the Worke of mans Salvation, which Satan laboured to overthrow.
and his Wisdom in serving himself of the Counsels and endeavours of his Enemies, and turning all their cross ways to meet in the furthering of his own ends as he did Satan practice in crucifying our Saviour, to the accomplishing of the Work of men Salvation, which Satan laboured to overthrow.
When Moses chose afflictions with the people of God rather then the honour to be accompted the Son of Pharaohs daughter, he testified, that he esteemed the Reproach of Christ greater then the Treasures of Egypt.
When Moses chosen afflictions with the people of God rather then the honour to be accounted the Son of Pharaohs daughter, he testified, that he esteemed the Reproach of christ greater then the Treasures of Egypt.
Heb. 11.24, 25, 26. And when Iobs sincerity being questioned by Satan, God delivered him over to be exorcised by the Divel under so many bitter afflictions in the middest whereof his heart still rested on God, in whom he resolved to trust I though he should slay him, Iob 13.15. Those afflictions of his were but as so many windowes (as an ancient Father calls them) through which the World might look into the uprightnesse of his heart and true love unto God, from which no afflictions could move him.
Hebrew 11.24, 25, 26. And when Jobs sincerity being questioned by Satan, God Delivered him over to be exorcised by the devil under so many bitter afflictions in the midst whereof his heart still rested on God, in whom he resolved to trust I though he should slay him, Job 13.15. Those afflictions of his were but as so many windows (as an ancient Father calls them) through which the World might look into the uprightness of his heart and true love unto God, from which no afflictions could move him.
First therefore, by these Troubles which fall in with the first Planting or Reforming of the Church, Gods people are prepared to Endure hardnesse, as good souldiers of IESVS CHRIST, which St. Paul in the person of Timothy, exhorts us unto, 2 Tim. 2.3. It is true, that warnings before-hand are of use to prepare men for sufferings, to which purpose our Saviour exhorts his followers, to take up the Crosse, Math. 16.24. and St. Paul fore-tels his, that they must through many afflictions enter into the Kingdome of God, Act. 14.22.
First Therefore, by these Troubles which fallen in with the First Planting or Reforming of the Church, God's people Are prepared to Endure hardness, as good Soldiers of JESUS CHRIST, which Saint Paul in the person of Timothy, exhorts us unto, 2 Tim. 2.3. It is true, that Warnings beforehand Are of use to prepare men for sufferings, to which purpose our Saviour exhorts his followers, to take up the Cross, Math. 16.24. and Saint Paul foretells his, that they must through many afflictions enter into the Kingdom of God, Act. 14.22.
But this Dreame of an outward, glorious, and Peaceable estate, under Christs government, so fills the heads, not onely of the Papists (who reckon it among the markes of the true Church) and of the Iewes, who despised Christ because they saw no forme or Beauty, (that is, no outward Pompe or Glory) in him, Isa. 53.2, 3. (an errour, that possessed the very Apostles themselves so farre, that, both the sonnes of Zebedee sued for places of honourable preferment in CHRIST's Kingdome, Math. 20.20, 21. And all the rest of them, disputed the Point, Who amongst them should be greatest, Mark. 9.34.) But generally, is so rooted in the hearts of all men, that unlesse experience of Troubles in their first entrance under Christs government, taught them the contrary, admonitions would be of little force, to awaken men out of that Dreame:
But this Dream of an outward, glorious, and Peaceable estate, under Christ government, so fills the Heads, not only of the Papists (who reckon it among the marks of the true Church) and of the Iewes, who despised christ Because they saw no Form or Beauty, (that is, no outward Pomp or Glory) in him, Isaiah 53.2, 3. (an error, that possessed the very Apostles themselves so Far, that, both the Sons of Zebedee sued for places of honourable preferment in Christ's Kingdom, Math. 20.20, 21. And all the rest of them, disputed the Point, Who among them should be greatest, Mark. 9.34.) But generally, is so rooted in the hearts of all men, that unless experience of Troubles in their First Entrance under Christ government, taught them the contrary, admonitions would be of little force, to awaken men out of that Dream:
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And by Davids danger of condemning his owne wayes, upon the same ground, Psal. 73.13, 14. So that troublesome beginnings of the Churches Reformation, are a great meanes of preferving men from Apostasie afterwards,
And by Davids danger of condemning his own ways, upon the same ground, Psalm 73.13, 14. So that troublesome beginnings of the Churches Reformation, Are a great means of preferving men from Apostasy afterwards,
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Secondly, the troublesome setling of the Church, warning men to expect troubles afterwards, makes them by that expectation acquainted with Evils before they come, which much abates the feare of them when they happen.
Secondly, the troublesome settling of the Church, warning men to expect Troubles afterwards, makes them by that expectation acquainted with Evils before they come, which much abates the Fear of them when they happen.
Iulius Caesar in his warres in France, was wont to tell his Souldiers, strange things of the great Power wherewith the Enemy came against them, whereof they having knowledge beforehand,
Julius Caesar in his wars in France, was wont to tell his Soldiers, strange things of the great Power wherewith the Enemy Come against them, whereof they having knowledge beforehand,
and, when they came to the encounter, finding their forces no more (or usually farre lesse) then they expected, they despised the danger, and fought with incredible resolution.
and, when they Come to the encounter, finding their forces no more (or usually Far less) then they expected, they despised the danger, and fought with incredible resolution.
St. Paul, warned by the Holy Ghost, that hee was to expect Bonds and afflictions in every City, growes so resolute, that he despiseth his owne life, Act. 20.23, 24.
Saint Paul, warned by the Holy Ghost, that he was to expect Bonds and afflictions in every city, grows so resolute, that he despises his own life, Act. 20.23, 24.
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Thirdly, such Troubles, although they are unpleasant to the flesh, are very available to put the Spirit in a right frame, moving us to retire neerer to God, to hide under the shadow of his wings as in a place of security, Psal. 91.2, 3. Davids afflictions every morning, made him find, that it was good for him to draw neere unto God, Psal. 73.28. Againe it makes us to looke more carefully (as David professeth hee did) to our wayes, Psal. 119.67.
Thirdly, such Troubles, although they Are unpleasant to the Flesh, Are very available to put the Spirit in a right frame, moving us to retire nearer to God, to hide under the shadow of his wings as in a place of security, Psalm 91.2, 3. Davids afflictions every morning, made him find, that it was good for him to draw near unto God, Psalm 73.28. Again it makes us to look more carefully (as David Professes he did) to our ways, Psalm 119.67.
and lastly, if wee suffer, may have the comfort, that wee suffer for well-doing, 1 Pet. 3.17. Againe, it unites the godly more in love, and communion, and fellowship one with another:
and lastly, if we suffer, may have the Comfort, that we suffer for welldoing, 1 Pet. 3.17. Again, it unites the godly more in love, and communion, and fellowship one with Another:
It awakens faith, quickens to Prayer, Psal. 116.3, 4. exerciseth patience, and raiseth up our hearts to look after those things that are spirituall and eternall, 2 Cor. 14.16, 17.
It awakens faith, quickens to Prayer, Psalm 116.3, 4. Exerciseth patience, and Raiseth up our hearts to look After those things that Are spiritual and Eternal, 2 Cor. 14.16, 17.
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A fourth benefit, which the troubles accompanying the Churches reformation bring unto the godly, is the testimony of their conscience, that they cleave to Christ in sincerity and truth,
A fourth benefit, which the Troubles accompanying the Churches Reformation bring unto the godly, is the testimony of their conscience, that they cleave to christ in sincerity and truth,
As it proved Jobs sincerity, when he professed his resolution to depend on God, though he should kill him, Job 13.15. and comforts himself with the hope of a glorious resurrection, wherein he should see the face of God with joy, whatsoever became of him and his outward condition at present, Chap. 19.26, 27. The very light of nature taught Heathen men, that the services which they performed to their gods, with perill and hazard to themselves, were best accepted of them:
As it proved Jobs sincerity, when he professed his resolution to depend on God, though he should kill him, Job 13.15. and comforts himself with the hope of a glorious resurrection, wherein he should see the face of God with joy, whatsoever became of him and his outward condition At present, Chap. 19.26, 27. The very Light of nature taught Heathen men, that the services which they performed to their God's, with peril and hazard to themselves, were best accepted of them:
though it be grounded on Gods Word, which assures them that he will be their hiding place, and their shield, Psal. 119.114. yet is wonderfully supported by experiments, which beget hope, Rom. 5.4. whereof the godly make speciall use upon all occasions, as Psal. 44.1.
though it be grounded on God's Word, which assures them that he will be their hiding place, and their shield, Psalm 119.114. yet is wonderfully supported by experiments, which beget hope, Rom. 5.4. whereof the godly make special use upon all occasions, as Psalm 44.1.
then the erecting of Christs Kingdome, in the middest of his enemies, Psal. 110.2. yea, in the midst of their tumultuous and violent oppositions, Psal. 21.2.
then the erecting of Christ Kingdom, in the midst of his enemies, Psalm 110.2. yea, in the midst of their tumultuous and violent oppositions, Psalm 21.2.
when it is established, as our Saviour hath promised, that the gates of hell (that is, all the power of the Prince of darknesse) shall not prevail against it, Mat. 16.18.
when it is established, as our Saviour hath promised, that the gates of hell (that is, all the power of the Prince of darkness) shall not prevail against it, Mathew 16.18.
When the Saints under the conduct of Michael, (which is Christ) and by his power, had driven the Dragon out of heaven, see what joy there is after that glorious conquest, Rev. 12.10.
When the Saints under the conduct of Michael, (which is christ) and by his power, had driven the Dragon out of heaven, see what joy there is After that glorious conquest, Rev. 12.10.
Lastly, the more brunts we endure for Christ, and the service of his Church, the greater is our reward hereafter, these light afflictions work for us a far more exceeding,
Lastly, the more brunts we endure for christ, and the service of his Church, the greater is our reward hereafter, these Light afflictions work for us a Far more exceeding,
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and eternall weight of glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. Wherefore all those glorious promises made to the Churches, Rev. 2.7.11.17.26. and 3.5.12.21. are made under the condition of overcoming.
and Eternal weight of glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. Wherefore all those glorious promises made to the Churches, Rev. 2.7.11.17.26. and 3.5.12.21. Are made under the condition of overcoming.
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These reasons only weighed, are sufficient to settle the heart of any godly man, when it appears, that though the Churches troubles are raised by Satans malice,
These Reasons only weighed, Are sufficient to settle the heart of any godly man, when it appears, that though the Churches Troubles Are raised by Satan malice,
And withall, it is the decree of that God, who, as he made the heavens by wisdome, so he orders his wayes towards men in wisdome, as the Heathen Poet acknowledgeth:
And withal, it is the Decree of that God, who, as he made the heavens by Wisdom, so he order his ways towards men in Wisdom, as the Heathen Poet acknowledgeth:
as fit things, that may rather do us good, then delight us; yea, of that good God, who is good, and doeth good, Psal. 119.68. who loves us better then we love our selves, as the same Poet acknowledgeth, Charior est ipsis homo quam sibi.
as fit things, that may rather do us good, then delight us; yea, of that good God, who is good, and doth good, Psalm 119.68. who loves us better then we love our selves, as the same Poet acknowledgeth, Charior est Ipse homo quam sibi.
but the grieving of his heart, and pricking of his reines, vers. 21. and the shaming of himself for his folly and ignorance, vers. 22. Indeed, by these murmurings of ours, we both disquiet our hearts in vain,
but the grieving of his heart, and pricking of his reins, vers. 21. and the shaming of himself for his folly and ignorance, vers. 22. Indeed, by these murmurings of ours, we both disquiet our hearts in vain,
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Secondly, such meditations help us from condemning of the cause in which we stand: When David looked upon his chastisements, he was ready to condemn his own way; Ps. 73.13. and when the Barbarians saw the Viper upon Pauls hand, they judged him a murtherer, Acts 28.4. but when they found he had no harm by it, they took him for a god, v. 6. Three things should move us to think well of the Churches cause, notwithstanding the troubles incident thereunto:
Secondly, such meditations help us from condemning of the cause in which we stand: When David looked upon his chastisements, he was ready to condemn his own Way; Ps. 73.13. and when the Barbarians saw the Viper upon Paul's hand, they judged him a murderer, Acts 28.4. but when they found he had no harm by it, they took him for a god, v. 6. Three things should move us to think well of the Churches cause, notwithstanding the Troubles incident thereunto:
These considerations assure us of a comfortable issue and successe, at the last, in the cause where in we stand, depending on the Almighty power of God, who doth whatsoever he pleaseth in heaven and in earth, Psal. 136.5. and on his goodnesse, which, as it extends to all his works, Psal. 145.9. so is it in a more especiall manner manifested to his Israel, Psal. 73.1.
These considerations assure us of a comfortable issue and success, At the last, in the cause where in we stand, depending on the Almighty power of God, who does whatsoever he Pleases in heaven and in earth, Psalm 136.5. and on his Goodness, which, as it extends to all his works, Psalm 145.9. so is it in a more especial manner manifested to his Israel, Psalm 73.1.
And lastly, on his faithfulnesse, which continues to all generations, Psal. 119.90. and therefore he must make good his word, that the gates of hell shall not prevail against his Church, Mat. 16.18. and that he will not forget his people;
And lastly, on his faithfulness, which continues to all generations, Psalm 119.90. and Therefore he must make good his word, that the gates of hell shall not prevail against his Church, Mathew 16.18. and that he will not forget his people;
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Secondly, though in a true estimation, these troubles are, as the Apostle terms them, but light afflictions, 2 Cor. 4.17. yet to flesh and blood they seem grievous for the present, Heb. 12.11. as the Prophet Davids bitter complaints, not only in sore sicknesses, Psal. 38.6, 7, 8. but besides, in the persecutions of his enemies, Psal. 143.3. sufficiently testifie.
Secondly, though in a true estimation, these Troubles Are, as the Apostle terms them, but Light afflictions, 2 Cor. 4.17. yet to Flesh and blood they seem grievous for the present, Hebrew 12.11. as the Prophet Davids bitter complaints, not only in soar Sicknesses, Psalm 38.6, 7, 8. but beside, in the persecutions of his enemies, Psalm 143.3. sufficiently testify.
when we feel so much smart by these, although but outward troubles, it concerns us neerly to be well provided of such strong helps as may support our spirits in such trialls.
when we feel so much smart by these, although but outward Troubles, it concerns us nearly to be well provided of such strong helps as may support our spirits in such trials.
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as the Psalmist acknowledgeth, that in his present distresses he was moved to question, both Gods Mercie, and the Promises themselves, Psal. 77.7, 8, 9. Now,
as the Psalmist acknowledgeth, that in his present Distresses he was moved to question, both God's Mercy, and the Promises themselves, Psalm 77.7, 8, 9. Now,
it was the assurance of a crown of righteousnesse laid up for him, which strengthened St. Paul to fight that good fight, 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. We must have treasure some where;
it was the assurance of a crown of righteousness laid up for him, which strengthened Saint Paul to fight that good fight, 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. We must have treasure Some where;
as our Saviour adviseth, Mat. 6.19, 20. The Merchant never sold all that he had, till he had found that pearle of great price, and bought it, Mat. 13.46.
as our Saviour adviseth, Mathew 6.19, 20. The Merchant never sold all that he had, till he had found that pearl of great price, and bought it, Mathew 13.46.
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Thirdly, we must take up and exercise our selves in the use of that spirituall armour recommended unto us, Eph. 6, 13, 14, 15. above all, the shield of faith, ver. 16. of which we have spoken already sufficiently.
Thirdly, we must take up and exercise our selves in the use of that spiritual armour recommended unto us, Ephesians 6, 13, 14, 15. above all, the shield of faith, ver. 16. of which we have spoken already sufficiently.
Fourthly, we must watch with all perseverance, as our Saviour commands, not only his Disciples, but all men, to do, Mark. 13.37. First, watch our selves;
Fourthly, we must watch with all perseverance, as our Saviour commands, not only his Disciples, but all men, to do, Mark. 13.37. First, watch our selves;
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keep thine heart with all diligence, Prov. 4.23. because it is deceitfull and desperately wicked, Jer. 17.3. full of evill thoughts, whence proceed adulteries, fornications, murthers, Mar. 7.21. None ought to be more carefully watched then the traitors within our own bosomes:
keep thine heart with all diligence, Curae 4.23. Because it is deceitful and desperately wicked, Jer. 17.3. full of evil thoughts, whence proceed adulteries, fornications, murders, Mar. 7.21. None ought to be more carefully watched then the Traitors within our own bosoms:
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David was of all things most carefull of his company, joyning with those that feared the Lord, Psal. 119.63. and commanding the wicked out of his sight, vers. 115. Above all, watch Satan, 1 Pet. 5.8. and be not ignorant of his devises, as the Apostle calls them, 2 Cor. 2.11.
David was of all things most careful of his company, joining with those that feared the Lord, Psalm 119.63. and commanding the wicked out of his sighed, vers. 115. Above all, watch Satan, 1 Pet. 5.8. and be not ignorant of his devises, as the Apostle calls them, 2 Cor. 2.11.
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Fiftly, consider, and be throughly acquainted with the nature of those troubles, which the world feares so much, that they reach not to those things that most concern us, they corrupt not our hearts,
Fifty, Consider, and be thoroughly acquainted with the nature of those Troubles, which the world fears so much, that they reach not to those things that most concern us, they corrupt not our hearts,
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Afflictions are light while wee looke at the things which are eternall, 2 Cor. 4.18. the crown of righteousnesse which God the righteous Judge gives those that fight the good fight, 2 Tim. 4.8.
Afflictions Are Light while we look At the things which Are Eternal, 2 Cor. 4.18. the crown of righteousness which God the righteous Judge gives those that fight the good fight, 2 Tim. 4.8.
The last considerable circumstance in my Text, is the matter, or thing promised, the building of the walls and streets of Jerusalem, the walls for defence,
The last considerable circumstance in my Text, is the matter, or thing promised, the building of the walls and streets of Jerusalem, the walls for defence,
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by the types of the walls, gates, foundations, and circuit of that old Jerusalem, and the resemblance of the Church figured by the Temple in Ezekiels vision, Chap. 41. and 42. So that in this promise before us, we have represented to us,
by the types of the walls, gates, foundations, and circuit of that old Jerusalem, and the resemblance of the Church figured by the Temple in Ezekiel's vision, Chap. 41. and 42. So that in this promise before us, we have represented to us,
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And Solomon, to expresse what confidence worldlings put in their riches, tells us they account it their strong Citie, Prov. 10.15. Implying that Cities are accounted places of great strength and security.
And Solomon, to express what confidence worldlings put in their riches, tells us they account it their strong city, Curae 10.15. Implying that Cities Are accounted places of great strength and security.
When hee plants his vineyard (the House of Israel he means, Isai. 5.7.) the first thing which hee doth, is the fencing of it, vers. 2. And Cantic. 4.12. The Church is therefore resembled by a Garden inclosed, or barred, (as it is in the original) that is, strongly fortified, to keep out all that might break in to spoyle or destroy.
When he plants his vineyard (the House of Israel he means, Isaiah 5.7.) the First thing which he does, is the fencing of it, vers. 2. And Cantic. 4.12. The Church is Therefore resembled by a Garden enclosed, or barred, (as it is in the original) that is, strongly fortified, to keep out all that might break in to spoil or destroy.
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This wall of the Churches defence, is the power of the Magistrate for whom we are to pray, that under him we may lead a peaceable life in all godlinesse and honesty, 1 Tim. 2.2. that is, that being by his power preserved in peace, we may serve the Lord without disturbance in holinesse;
This wall of the Churches defence, is the power of the Magistrate for whom we Are to pray, that under him we may led a peaceable life in all godliness and honesty, 1 Tim. 2.2. that is, that being by his power preserved in peace, we may serve the Lord without disturbance in holiness;
and a covert from the tempest, Isa. 32.2. so that none shall hurt or destroy in his holy mountain, Isa. 65.25. There is besides the Magistrates sword, an inner wall, Ecclesiasticall discipline, by which the little Foxes (as they are termed, Cant. 2.15.) are taken, or kept out:
and a covert from the tempest, Isaiah 32.2. so that none shall hurt or destroy in his holy mountain, Isaiah 65.25. There is beside the Magistrates sword, an inner wall, Ecclesiastical discipline, by which the little Foxes (as they Are termed, Cant 2.15.) Are taken, or kept out:
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of whom the Apostle gives the Elders of Ephesus a speciall charge to take care, Acts 20.30, 31. And commands Titus to proceed against them by Ecclesiasticall censure, Admonition and Rejection, Tit. 3.10.
of whom the Apostle gives the Elders of Ephesus a special charge to take care, Acts 20.30, 31. And commands Titus to proceed against them by Ecclesiastical censure, Admonition and Rejection, Tit. 3.10.
And by the same Discipline Christs Ordinances are preserved pure, as the Temple was preserved from pollution by the Priests, who were to teach the people the difference between the clean and unclean,
And by the same Discipline Christ Ordinances Are preserved pure, as the Temple was preserved from pollution by the Priests, who were to teach the people the difference between the clean and unclean,
and to give judgement accordingly, Ezek. 44.23, 24. These are indeed the true Rails about the Lords Table, to keep out Dogges and Swine (as Christ terms them, Matth. 7.6.) from polluting and profaning holy things, and these are Jerusalems walls.
and to give judgement accordingly, Ezekiel 44.23, 24. These Are indeed the true Rails about the lords Table, to keep out Dogs and Swine (as christ terms them, Matthew 7.6.) from polluting and profaning holy things, and these Are Jerusalems walls.
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If the body were a grosse lump (as some say Bears whelps are when they are newly fallen) not distinguished by parts and members, it were both uncomly and unserviceable, 1 Cor. 12.18, 19, 20. There must therefore be streets in Jerusalem, distinction of Offices and Functions,
If the body were a gross lump (as Some say Bears whelps Are when they Are newly fallen) not distinguished by parts and members, it were both uncomely and unserviceable, 1 Cor. 12.18, 19, 20. There must Therefore be streets in Jerusalem, distinction of Offices and Functions,
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and distributions of the people into Tribes, Cities, and Daughters of Cities (as the Scripture terms them) Villages and particular Congregations, without which there can be no orderly government,
and distributions of the people into Tribes, Cities, and Daughters of Cities (as the Scripture terms them) Villages and particular Congregations, without which there can be no orderly government,
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and Companies, marshalled under their severall Standards, and Banners, and yet making up but the entire body of one Army, shadow out these divisions of the Church into her several members, making up together the body of one Church, which by this unitie and order growes and increaseth, not as Cities doe in outward wealth,
and Companies, marshaled under their several Standards, and Banners, and yet making up but the entire body of one Army, shadow out these divisions of the Church into her several members, making up together the body of one Church, which by this unity and order grows and increases, not as Cities do in outward wealth,
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and opportunity thereby to joyn in fellowship, not only increased in numbers, but besides thrived in grace, being edified, and walking in the feare of the Lord, Acts 9.31. which was furthered by those Ordinances which they enjoyed in common, called living waters, streams from Lebanon, Cant. 4.13. conveighing that oyle of grace, which (like the oyntment powred on Aarons head, and running down to the hem of his garments ) Psalm 133.2.
and opportunity thereby to join in fellowship, not only increased in numbers, but beside thrived in grace, being edified, and walking in the Fear of the Lord, Acts 9.31. which was furthered by those Ordinances which they enjoyed in Common, called living waters, streams from Lebanon, Cant 4.13. conveying that oil of grace, which (like the ointment poured on Aaron's head, and running down to the hem of his garments) Psalm 133.2.
and in an orderly manner divided into streets or congregations, according to Gods appointment. Why God will have it so, there may be given these reason:
and in an orderly manner divided into streets or congregations, according to God's appointment. Why God will have it so, there may be given these reason:
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First, God is One, and his Name One, wherefore the Apostle setting out the unity of the Church in One Body, one Spirit, one Lord, one Faith, one Baptisme, shuts up all in one God, and Father of all, Eph. 4, 4, 5, 6. implying, that this unity of the Church flowes from him who is One:
First, God is One, and his Name One, Wherefore the Apostle setting out the unity of the Church in One Body, one Spirit, one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, shuts up all in one God, and Father of all, Ephesians 4, 4, 5, 6. implying, that this unity of the Church flows from him who is One:
Whence also but Saviour prayes for the Church, that the members thereof may be all one, as he and the Father are one, John 17.21, 22. And indeed seeing the Church is united to Christ,
Whence also but Saviour prays for the Church, that the members thereof may be all one, as he and the Father Are one, John 17.21, 22. And indeed seeing the Church is united to christ,
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Now from this spirituall union of the mysticall body of the Church, ariseth a kinde of necessity of uniting the members of the Church visible, as much as may be.
Now from this spiritual Union of the mystical body of the Church, arises a kind of necessity of uniting the members of the Church visible, as much as may be.
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Secondly, this unity of the Church, and order thereby, credits Religion, It is a good and delightfull thing for brethren to dwel together in unity, Psa. 133.1. Unity begets Order (which proceeds ab uno, and diverts ad unum ) and Order follows Decency, which moves the Apostle to joyn them together, 1 Cor. 14.40. Both these, Unity, and Order thereby, so grace and commend the Church, that many are thereby moved to joyn unto that Society.
Secondly, this unity of the Church, and order thereby, credits Religion, It is a good and delightful thing for brothers to dwell together in unity, Psa. 133.1. Unity begets Order (which proceeds ab Uno, and diverts and Unum) and Order follows Decency, which moves the Apostle to join them together, 1 Cor. 14.40. Both these, Unity, and Order thereby, so grace and commend the Church, that many Are thereby moved to join unto that Society.
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When the Church was magnified of the people, many were joyned unto it, Acts 5.13, 14. A third reason of the necessity of the Churches unity and order, is her preservation:
When the Church was magnified of the people, many were joined unto it, Acts 5.13, 14. A third reason of the necessity of the Churches unity and order, is her preservation:
A Kingdome, a Citie, an House, divided against it selfe, cannot stand, saith our Saviour, Matth. 12.25, 26. This care of the Churches preservation is the more needful,
A Kingdom, a city, an House, divided against it self, cannot stand, Says our Saviour, Matthew 12.25, 26. This care of the Churches preservation is the more needful,
because it is but a little Flock, Luke 12.32. And which is more dangerous, a flock of Sheep amongst Wolves, Matth. 10.16. which moves Saint Paul to warn the Elders of Ephesus to look to themselves and their Flock, because grievous wolves shall enter in amongst them after his departure, Acts. 20.29. The Use of this poynt being manifold, (that I may not hold you ever-long) I shall for the present apply it onely by way of Exhortation to that duty;
Because it is but a little Flock, Lycia 12.32. And which is more dangerous, a flock of Sheep among Wolves, Matthew 10.16. which moves Saint Paul to warn the Elders of Ephesus to look to themselves and their Flock, Because grievous wolves shall enter in among them After his departure, Acts. 20.29. The Use of this point being manifold, (that I may not hold you ever-long) I shall for the present apply it only by Way of Exhortation to that duty;
& having in bitternes of spirit bewailed before God our former neglects, engage our selves by renewed promises, strengthened with firme resolutions (after Davids example Psalm 132.3, 4.) to make this great work which God hath called us unto, our first and chiefest care, which wee would certainly doe,
& having in bitterness of Spirit bewailed before God our former neglects, engage our selves by renewed promises, strengthened with firm resolutions (After Davids Exampl Psalm 132.3, 4.) to make this great work which God hath called us unto, our First and chiefest care, which we would Certainly do,
if the zeal of Gods house had eaten us up with David, Psal. 69.9. That the fencing and ordering of the Church, is a work that God will bring to passe, I have shewed already:
if the zeal of God's house had eaten us up with David, Psalm 69.9. That the fencing and ordering of the Church, is a work that God will bring to pass, I have showed already:
Thirdly, that the greatest weight of this work lies upon the hands of the Princes and Rulers appears by Gods message sent unto Zerubbabel, Hag. 1.2. By Davids charge to his son Solomon, and all the Princes of Israel, 1 Chron. 22.6, 17, 18, 19. and by the examples of Jehosaphat, 2 Chron. 20.8, 9, Hezekiah, 2 Chron. 29.3, 4.5.11. and Josiah, 2 Chron. 34. commended, and set before us as patterns, for their zeale in establishing and reforming the Church of God.
Thirdly, that the greatest weight of this work lies upon the hands of the Princes and Rulers appears by God's message sent unto Zerubbabel, Hag. 1.2. By Davids charge to his son Solomon, and all the Princes of Israel, 1 Chronicles 22.6, 17, 18, 19. and by the Examples of Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 20.8, 9, Hezekiah, 2 Chronicles 29.3, 4.5.11. and Josiah, 2 Chronicles 34. commended, and Set before us as patterns, for their zeal in establishing and reforming the Church of God.
Besides the honourable name which you shall leave behind you to all posterity, to be called The Repairers of the breaches, and Restorers of paths to dwell in, Isai. 58.12. your labour will not be in vain in the Lord, 1 Cor. 15.58. and will be found upon your account at the last day.
Beside the honourable name which you shall leave behind you to all posterity, to be called The Repairers of the Breaches, and Restorers of paths to dwell in, Isaiah 58.12. your labour will not be in vain in the Lord, 1 Cor. 15.58. and will be found upon your account At the last day.
To descend to the particulars of the duty required of you, in this great work of the Churches reformation, Let us (I beseech you) have the help of that power that God hath entrusted you with, to protect us, that the Boar out of the wood waste us not,
To descend to the particulars of the duty required of you, in this great work of the Churches Reformation, Let us (I beseech you) have the help of that power that God hath Entrusted you with, to Pact us, that the Boar out of the wood waste us not,
nor the wild beast of the field devoure us, Psal. 80.13. that enjoying abundance of peace under you, our souls may be redeemed from deceit and violence, Psal. 72.7.14. which must be done, either by cutting off wicked doers from the city of the Lord, Psal. 101.8. or by breaking their jaws, and plucking the prey out of their mouth, Job 29.17. or, so discountenancing their wayes, that they may be the scorn of the world, and men may cry after them as after a thiefe, Job 30.5. In the next place, let me humbly desire, that the building of the inner wall of the Church may be hastened, with all possible speed;
nor the wild beast of the field devour us, Psalm 80.13. that enjoying abundance of peace under you, our Souls may be redeemed from deceit and violence, Psalm 72.7.14. which must be done, either by cutting off wicked doers from the City of the Lord, Psalm 101.8. or by breaking their Jaws, and plucking the prey out of their Mouth, Job 29.17. or, so discountenancing their ways, that they may be the scorn of the world, and men may cry After them as After a thief, Job 30.5. In the next place, let me humbly desire, that the building of the inner wall of the Church may be hastened, with all possible speed;
First, that Dogs and Swine, prophane persons, may no longer pollute the holy things of God, that such as want wedding garments, may be kept out from the Lords feasts, Mat. 22.11.13.
First, that Dogs and Swine, profane Persons, may no longer pollute the holy things of God, that such as want wedding garments, may be kept out from the lords feasts, Mathew 22.11.13.
and admitted by us, to partake of our holy things, leaven the whole lump. Something you have assaid to do that way already, my prayer is, that you may do,
and admitted by us, to partake of our holy things, leaven the Whole lump. Something you have assayed to do that Way already, my prayer is, that you may do,
If the world shall be judged by you, are you unworthy to judge the smallest matters? If Christ have committed to the Minister alone, the highest power of the keys, to bind over some to wrath and judgment,
If the world shall be judged by you, Are you unworthy to judge the Smallest matters? If christ have committed to the Minister alone, the highest power of the keys, to bind over Some to wrath and judgement,
and to loose others, and acquit them from that dreadfull sentence, in the dispensation of the Word, (as you must needs acknowledge) promising to ratifie in heaven what they do on earth, Mat. 16.19.
and to lose Others, and acquit them from that dreadful sentence, in the Dispensation of the Word, (as you must needs acknowledge) promising to ratify in heaven what they do on earth, Mathew 16.19.
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Do you think it much to commit unto them, assisted with the whole Presbyterie, matters of far lesse moment, the suspending of men for a while from the use of some outward ordinances? But my hope is, you purpose to try them in a little first, which if they manage well, you intend to trust them with more hereafter,
Do you think it much to commit unto them, assisted with the Whole Presbytery, matters of Far less moment, the suspending of men for a while from the use of Some outward ordinances? But my hope is, you purpose to try them in a little First, which if they manage well, you intend to trust them with more hereafter,
as the Master dealt with his servants, Mat. 25.21.23. Secondly, for the preventing, or repressing of such as make divisions amongst us, Rom. 16.17. speaking, and teaching perverse things, to draw disciples after them, Acts 20.30.
as the Master dealt with his Servants, Mathew 25.21.23. Secondly, for the preventing, or repressing of such as make divisions among us, Rom. 16.17. speaking, and teaching perverse things, to draw Disciples After them, Acts 20.30.
That divisions and drawing into parties, are the most destructive wayes to Christian societie, besides the grounds of reason, the constant practice of Satan (who both knowes,
That divisions and drawing into parties, Are the most destructive ways to Christian society, beside the grounds of reason, the constant practice of Satan (who both knows,
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while we are divers men, we shall have divers mindes in many things, which yet need not hinder us from walking by the same rule, and minding the same thing in our aim and scope, Gods honour, and our salvation by Christ;
while we Are diverse men, we shall have diverse minds in many things, which yet need not hinder us from walking by the same Rule, and minding the same thing in our aim and scope, God's honour, and our salvation by christ;
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then upon the cleere letter of the Text) neither ought to settle our mindes upon an infallibility of what wee maintain, (considering that the more use there is of humane reason, by drawing out conclusions, by way of inference, the lesse certainty there is in the conclusions so deduced) nor much lesse cause divisions between those, who, embracing the unity of faith, may hold it in the bond of peace, and would so do,
then upon the clear Letter of the Text) neither ought to settle our minds upon an infallibility of what we maintain, (considering that the more use there is of humane reason, by drawing out conclusions, by Way of Inference, the less certainty there is in the conclusions so deduced) nor much less cause divisions between those, who, embracing the unity of faith, may hold it in the bound of peace, and would so do,
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if there were amongst us that lowlinesse, meeknesse, and long-suffering, which is commended to us by the Apostle, Phil. 4.2.3.13. which we ought earnestly to pray for, and labour to work throughly into our hearts.
if there were among us that lowliness, meekness, and long-suffering, which is commended to us by the Apostle, Philip 4.2.3.13. which we ought earnestly to pray for, and labour to work thoroughly into our hearts.
The divisions against which we crave the help of all power, Civill, and Ecclesiasticall, are such as are occasioned by the reviving of such dangerous Heresies,
The divisions against which we crave the help of all power, Civil, and Ecclesiastical, Are such as Are occasioned by the reviving of such dangerous Heresies,
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as strike at the foundation of faith, and power of godlinesse, taken up by most of our Antinomians, Arminians, Anabaptists, Seekers, and many the like;
as strike At the Foundation of faith, and power of godliness, taken up by most of our Antinomians, Arminians, Anabaptists, Seekers, and many the like;
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and prayers for pardon, either as legall injunctions, or derogatory to Christs satisfaction. The character and censure of such persons, you may reade, Jude 8.10, 12, 13.16. These taking advantage of our present unsettled condition, both creep into houses, and lead captive silly women, laden with sin, 2 Tim. 3.6. and boldly assemble in congregations, poisoning the hearts of the unstable with their pernicious doctrine.
and Prayers for pardon, either as Legal injunctions, or derogatory to Christ satisfaction. The character and censure of such Persons, you may read, U^de 8.10, 12, 13.16. These taking advantage of our present unsettled condition, both creep into houses, and led captive silly women, laden with since, 2 Tim. 3.6. and boldly assemble in congregations, poisoning the hearts of the unstable with their pernicious Doctrine.
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Against these, when wee crave the help of the Magistrates sword, it is answered, That there is no established law that warrants them to proceed against them.
Against these, when we crave the help of the Magistrates sword, it is answered, That there is no established law that warrants them to proceed against them.
Let me therefore humbly beseech you, by the mercies of Christ, and in his Name, from whom you receive your power, to hasten some speedy remedy for these evils,
Let me Therefore humbly beseech you, by the Mercies of christ, and in his Name, from whom you receive your power, to hasten Some speedy remedy for these evils,
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In the next place, (Right Honourable) be pleased (I beseech you) to take care of the streets of our Jerusalem, the divisions of our Congregations, the inequalitie whereof, both takes away much from the beauty of our Church,
In the next place, (Right Honourable) be pleased (I beseech you) to take care of the streets of our Jerusalem, the divisions of our Congregations, the inequality whereof, both Takes away much from the beauty of our Church,
We have Parochial Congregations, in which one Minister takes charge of ten thousand soules, and many others, that have scarce twenty to make up a Congregation.
We have Parochial Congregations, in which one Minister Takes charge of ten thousand Souls, and many Others, that have scarce twenty to make up a Congregation.
In the re-edifying of Rome, when the Gauls had burnt it, such haste was made in building (for the whole city was built in one yeere) that the Historian tells us, Eestinatio ademit curam vicos dirigendi;
In the re-edifying of Room, when the Gauls had burned it, such haste was made in building (for the Whole City was built in one year) that the Historian tells us, Eestinatio ademit curam vicos dirigendi;
I confesse it is a long work, and requires a more settled condition, then yet we have attained unto, to reduce all the Parishes of the Kingdome to such an equality, that each Minister may have a sufficient charge to fill his hand,
I confess it is a long work, and requires a more settled condition, then yet we have attained unto, to reduce all the Parishes of the Kingdom to such an equality, that each Minister may have a sufficient charge to fill his hand,
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Wee have in London, Westminster, and the Suburbs, at least ten Parishes, that have each within their circuit, from five thousand to twenty thousand souls.
we have in London, Westminster, and the Suburbs, At least ten Parishes, that have each within their circuit, from five thousand to twenty thousand Souls.
These places are the shelters for Papists, Sectaries, Atheists, who nestle themselves there securely, as not subject to observation in such multitudes.
These places Are the shelters for Papists, Sectaries, Atheists, who nestle themselves there securely, as not Subject to observation in such Multitudes.
It will be objected, That we want Ministers for the supply of those Pastorall Charges which we have already, where then shall we find Ministers to furnish these new divisions? To that I answer two things.
It will be objected, That we want Ministers for the supply of those Pastoral Charges which we have already, where then shall we find Ministers to furnish these new divisions? To that I answer two things.
But for the other, there is that hopefull Spring of godly, studious, and well-grounded youths in learning, that we have cause to look upon it as an evidence of Gods purpose to make his Church amongst us glorious and flourishing in future times,
But for the other, there is that hopeful Spring of godly, studious, and well-grounded youths in learning, that we have cause to look upon it as an evidence of God's purpose to make his Church among us glorious and flourishing in future times,
if our care be not wanting to assist them with some competent supply, that they may bee inabled to continue their studies there, till they bee fit for the Churches service abroad.
if our care be not wanting to assist them with Some competent supply, that they may be enabled to continue their studies there, till they be fit for the Churches service abroad.
and of godly dispositions, ripe for the Universities, if their friends were able to maintaine them there, which for the present they want means to doe, being cast out of,
and of godly dispositions, ripe for the Universities, if their Friends were able to maintain them there, which for the present they want means to do, being cast out of,
and desire the advancing of his Gospell, and the salvation of mens souls thereby, to think upon some speedy way for the cherishing of those tender and hopefull plants, that they starve not for want of watering. Alas!
and desire the advancing of his Gospel, and the salvation of men's Souls thereby, to think upon Some speedy Way for the cherishing of those tender and hopeful plants, that they starve not for want of watering. Alas!
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and Cathedrals, or some other such means, as your Wisdoms shall judge most convenient, out of which an hundred poore Scholars might receive each a yearly exhibition of ten pounds;
and Cathedrals, or Some other such means, as your Wisdoms shall judge most convenient, out of which an hundred poor Scholars might receive each a yearly exhibition of ten pounds;
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which, with such other helps as will bee found, might inable them to continue their studies in the Universities, till the Church need their service elsewhere.
which, with such other helps as will be found, might inable them to continue their studies in the Universities, till the Church need their service elsewhere.
Let me, in this case, set before you the example of Papists, and Jesuits, that spare no cost for the training up of such as they find fit for their service.
Let me, in this case, Set before you the Exampl of Papists, and Jesuits, that spare no cost for the training up of such as they find fit for their service.
I have with mine own eyes, some years since, seen the letters sent from the Colledge of Doway, to the Bishop of Calcedon here in England, and his Chancellour, wherein they complain, that their allowance from the English Catholiques, being six hundred pounds yearly, is not sufficient for the training up of so many Students as their affairs required.
I have with mine own eyes, Some Years since, seen the letters sent from the College of Doway, to the Bishop of Calcedon Here in England, and his Chancellor, wherein they complain, that their allowance from the English Catholics, being six hundred pounds yearly, is not sufficient for the training up of so many Students as their affairs required.
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yet let it be a shame to us, that their zeale in upholding the Kingdom of Antichrist, should exceed ours in the supporting of the Kingdome of Jesus Christ.
yet let it be a shame to us, that their zeal in upholding the Kingdom of Antichrist, should exceed ours in the supporting of the Kingdom of jesus christ.
Let me therfore in his Name, as if God did beseech you by me, crave leave to double my request unto you, to take this motion to heart, and that speedily:
Let me Therefore in his Name, as if God did beseech you by me, crave leave to double my request unto you, to take this motion to heart, and that speedily:
for many of those hopefull youths, whom I mentioned, are already driven to such extremities, that without some present supply, they must be forced to leave their studies, and undertake some other imployment.
for many of those hopeful youths, whom I mentioned, Are already driven to such extremities, that without Some present supply, they must be forced to leave their studies, and undertake Some other employment.
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so strengthen your hands unto his work, and give that successe to your labours therein, that when you have with restlesse endeavours, brought forth the head-stone of his Temple, we may all, with shoutings cry, Grace, Grace unto it, and your selves, approved for your faithfulnesse in his work, may bee received into your Masters joy, Matth. 25.21, 23. Which is and ever shall be the prayer of Your humble though unworthy servant in the Lord, FINIS.
so strengthen your hands unto his work, and give that success to your labours therein, that when you have with restless endeavours, brought forth the headstone of his Temple, we may all, with shoutings cry, Grace, Grace unto it, and your selves, approved for your faithfulness in his work, may be received into your Masters joy, Matthew 25.21, 23. Which is and ever shall be the prayer of Your humble though unworthy servant in the Lord, FINIS.
