THat God might honour his Creature with a kinde of partnership in his greatest worke and that hee might hide pride from man, by making him stoope to be taught by man like himselfe;
THat God might honour his Creature with a kind of partnership in his greatest work and that he might hide pride from man, by making him stoop to be taught by man like himself;
and that every man might attend upon that imployment wherein the great Master hath setled him, though all the servants in Gods house, are of themselves to take notice of the Masters will to doe it,
and that every man might attend upon that employment wherein the great Master hath settled him, though all the Servants in God's house, Are of themselves to take notice of the Masters will to do it,
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yea, and also to admonish, instruct and comfort one another from his works & word, yet some he hath set as officers to this onely purpose, and thats the Ministery;
yea, and also to admonish, instruct and Comfort one Another from his works & word, yet Some he hath Set as Officers to this only purpose, and thats the Ministry;
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before his audience, Now our whole imployment is, as faithfull and wise stewards to give to every one in Gods houshould his due portion in due season, or rightly to divide the word of truth, that is to observe under what condition of providence those lye with whom they are to deale,
before his audience, Now our Whole employment is, as faithful and wise Stewards to give to every one in God's household his due portion in due season, or rightly to divide the word of truth, that is to observe under what condition of providence those lie with whom they Are to deal,
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and then to apply such portions of the word as suits with that estate, and being as it is the whole duty of the people of God, to attend to, apply and practise such parts of the word as their present estate whereunto providence hath brought them cals for, because the word conteynes the whole Councell of God concerning us and the workes of providence are the finger of God pointing to that portion wee have need of now.
and then to apply such portions of the word as suits with that estate, and being as it is the Whole duty of the people of God, to attend to, apply and practise such parts of the word as their present estate whereunto providence hath brought them calls for, Because the word contains the Whole Council of God Concerning us and the works of providence Are the finger of God pointing to that portion we have need of now.
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First, the time when and the persons to whome this prophesie was spoken, that was in the dayes of Iotham, Ahaz and Hezechiah Kings of Iudah, the history of whom you have, 2 Kings. cap. 16.17 18.19. and 2 Chron. cap 27 28.29.30.31.32.
First, the time when and the Persons to whom this prophesy was spoken, that was in the days of Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah Kings of Iudah, the history of whom you have, 2 Kings. cap. 16.17 18.19. and 2 Chronicles cap 27 28.29.30.31.32.
and the Babilonian Captivity, inevitably hanging over the head of that people, the former whereof came to passe in the fourth and fourteenth yeare of Hezekiah, the latter in the time of Iohoiachin Kings of Iudah,
and the Babylonian Captivity, inevitably hanging over the head of that people, the former whereof Come to pass in the fourth and fourteenth year of Hezekiah, the latter in the time of Iohoiachin Kings of Iudah,
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Thirdly, the scope of the Prophet which is 1 generall to all, (viz) the awaking of them from security in sinning to a seriousnesse in repenting. 2 special, 1 in respect of the wicked their conviction, that being warned they might be without excuse. 2 in regard of those that belong to God, their humiliation, conversion, consolation and preparation for the evill day certainly comming upon them.
Thirdly, the scope of the Prophet which is 1 general to all, (videlicet) the awaking of them from security in sinning to a seriousness in repenting. 2 special, 1 in respect of the wicked their conviction, that being warned they might be without excuse. 2 in regard of those that belong to God, their humiliation, conversion, consolation and preparation for the evil day Certainly coming upon them.
Secondly, against men by cruelty and oppression, cap 2. 2. treachery and dissembling. cap. 6.12. Thirdly, against themselves, intemperance, cap. 2.11. and pride, cap. 2. •. and there is added by Hosea, who Prophefied in the same time and to the same people, divers other sinners.
Secondly, against men by cruelty and oppression, cap 2. 2. treachery and dissembling. cap. 6.12. Thirdly, against themselves, intemperance, cap. 2.11. and pride, cap. 2. •. and there is added by Hosea, who Prophesied in the same time and to the same people, diverse other Sinners.
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Secondly, the degree, their Idolatry so grosse, that it was in a spiritual as whoredome, yea professed Harlotry in a bodily way, cap. 1.7. their oppression so horrid, that it was like plucking of the skin, tearing the flesh and breaking the bones, cap. 3.2.
Secondly, the degree, their Idolatry so gross, that it was in a spiritual as whoredom, yea professed Harlotry in a bodily Way, cap. 1.7. their oppression so horrid, that it was like plucking of the skin, tearing the Flesh and breaking the bones, cap. 3.2.
their intemperance so sottish, that they thought the Prophets that did not countenance it unfit for that imployment as, cap. 2. 11. is intimated their deceit,
their intemperance so sottish, that they Thought the prophets that did not countenance it unfit for that employment as, cap. 2. 11. is intimated their deceit,
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Thirdly, the universality and spreading of it, I Over the civill state, the Princes hated the good & love the evill, the rest of the people the best of them a Briar and the most upright a Thorne.
Thirdly, the universality and spreading of it, I Over the civil state, the Princes hated the good & love the evil, the rest of the people the best of them a Briar and the most upright a Thorn.
Secondly, Grievous, Zion shall be ploughed as a field, Ierusalem shall become heapes and the Mountaine of the house as the high places of the Forrest, Cap. 3. 12. Thirdly, Vniversall The incurable mound had not onely laid the land waste, Cap. 7. 13. but was come up unto Iudah even to the g••e of Ierusalem, Cap. 1.9.
Secondly, Grievous, Zion shall be ploughed as a field, Ierusalem shall become heaps and the Mountain of the house as the high places of the Forest, Cap. 3. 12. Thirdly, Universal The incurable mound had not only laid the land waste, Cap. 7. 13. but was come up unto Iudah even to the g••e of Ierusalem, Cap. 1.9.
Fourthly, it was deliberate judgement pronounced long before the execution. Fifthly, and lastly, an inexorable judgement, called therefore a Decree, Cap. 7.11. Cap. 3.4.
Fourthly, it was deliberate judgement pronounced long before the execution. Fifthly, and lastly, an inexorable judgement, called Therefore a decree, Cap. 7.11. Cap. 3.4.
Secondly, for the comforting of Gods people, the Prophet doth First intimate a caution, viz. that he would not be understood as if they were to expect a totall avoidance of the affliction,
Secondly, for the comforting of God's people, the Prophet does First intimate a caution, viz. that he would not be understood as if they were to expect a total avoidance of the affliction,
and that he first doth by proposing many promises of supportation in, deliverance from, and glorious times after the affliction of those dayes, Cap. 4. throughout.
and that he First does by proposing many promises of supportation in, deliverance from, and glorious times After the affliction of those days, Cap. 4. throughout.
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Secondly, By laying, downe the ground and giving a pledge of those promises in that fundamentall one touching the Messiah, Cap. 5. 2. who was both the meanes and the earnest of consolation in,
Secondly, By laying, down the ground and giving a pledge of those promises in that fundamental one touching the Messiah, Cap. 5. 2. who was both the means and the earnest of consolation in,
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and deliverance from all their adversaries and adversities, for that seed of the woman was one day utterly to breaks the Serpents head and in the meane time the Serpent should never be able to doe more then bruise his h••lps, according to that all the promises of God are in him yea and in him Amen.
and deliverance from all their Adversaries and adversities, for that seed of the woman was one day utterly to breaks the Serpents head and in the mean time the Serpent should never be able to do more then bruise his h••lps, according to that all the promises of God Are in him yea and in him Amen.
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That is, sealed and delivered to the Church, hence the Psalmist being to improve the promises of deliverance, laies that as the corner stone, Thou hast made a Covenant with thy chosen, thou hast sworne unto ' David thy servant, That is,
That is, sealed and Delivered to the Church, hence the Psalmist being to improve the promises of deliverance, lays that as the corner stone, Thou hast made a Covenant with thy chosen, thou hast sworn unto ' David thy servant, That is,
First, he describes him particularly, From his place, Thou Bethlelem Iudah art not the least among the thousands of Iudah, for out of thee shall come, &c. Cap. 5.2. From his person;
First, he describes him particularly, From his place, Thou Bethlelem Iudah art not the least among the thousands of Iudah, for out of thee shall come, etc. Cap. 5.2. From his person;
or in regard 'tis he that hath been alwayes proposed to the Church as the anchor of its hope, Cap. 2.3. . From, his office, that he should be the Ruler and Shepheard of his people, Ver. 2. 4. .
or in regard it's he that hath been always proposed to the Church as the anchor of its hope, Cap. 2.3.. From, his office, that he should be the Ruler and Shepherd of his people, Ver. 2. 4..
From the time when he should be more fully manifested, and that was when she that travelled should bring forth, Ver. 3. That is either the time of the comming in of the Assyrian,
From the time when he should be more Fully manifested, and that was when she that traveled should bring forth, Ver. 3. That is either the time of the coming in of the assyrian,
Secondly, he applies this to the security of the Church in the generall, Ver. 4. They shall abide, that is, be protected by him in all places and occasions.
Secondly, he Applies this to the security of the Church in the general, Ver. 4. They shall abide, that is, be protected by him in all places and occasions.
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To the particular judgements of the captivity named before, and the comming in of the Assyrian which he names in the Text, which proposes him especially as a consolation against that enemy,
To the particular Judgments of the captivity nam before, and the coming in of the assyrian which he names in the Text, which proposes him especially as a consolation against that enemy,
as being then their most potent Adversary, and indeed at that time master of the Babylonian, as appeares 2 Kings 17 24. The King of Assyria brought men from Babell and placed them in the Cities of Israel;
as being then their most potent Adversary, and indeed At that time master of the Babylonian, as appears 2 Kings 17 24. The King of Assyria brought men from Babel and placed them in the Cities of Israel;
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Ver 6. They shall waste the land of Assyria and of Nimrod, which was Babylon, Ge•. 10. 10. As also because they were one nation originally, G•n. 10. 10. 11. but devided after the death of Sardanapalus.
For 6. They shall waste the land of Assyria and of Nimrod, which was Babylon, Ge•. 10. 10. As also Because they were one Nation originally, G•n. 10. 10. 11. but divided After the death of Sardanapalus.
and so not so comfortable as the other, which intimates that Christ should be peace even then when that so feared judgement should be upon them and it may also hint the referring of the former part to Hezekias time, the rest to those that follow the Captivity.
and so not so comfortable as the other, which intimates that christ should be peace even then when that so feared judgement should be upon them and it may also hint the referring of the former part to Hezekias time, the rest to those that follow the Captivity.
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thus thus shall be the peac•, i.e. state of the Church shall be under Christ flourishing with reference to Christ, others by comparing this verse with the next, read it, This man shall peace, more plainly and agreeable to the scope, 2 the word that wee translate Shepheards, is rendred by the Chaldee Kings;
thus thus shall be the peac•, i.e. state of the Church shall be under christ flourishing with Referente to christ, Others by comparing this verse with the next, read it, This man shall peace, more plainly and agreeable to the scope, 2 the word that we translate Shepherds, is rendered by the Chaldee Kings;
And Cyrus is called Gods Sheepheard by the Prophet Esay 3. lastly, the word which wee expound principall men, Symmachus exprsseth by Christs or anoynteds of men,
And Cyrus is called God's Shepherd by the Prophet Isaiah 3. lastly, the word which we expound principal men, Symmachus exprsseth by Christ or anoynteds of men,
because publike offices must have publike and solemne ordinations to them, the ceremony whereof was anciently anoynting, which also the root signifies from whence the word comes, Aquila thus (g) grave and serious men,
Because public Offices must have public and solemn ordinations to them, the ceremony whereof was anciently anointing, which also the root signifies from whence the word comes, Aquila thus (g) grave and serious men,
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as vers. 8. the remnant of Iaacob shall bee as a Lion among the flocke of sheepe, variety of interpretations, some referre the words at least the former part of them,
as vers. 8. the remnant of Jacob shall be as a lion among the flock of sheep, variety of interpretations, Some refer the words At least the former part of them,
& this is the first literall and immediate sence of the words as appeareth by the history, whence it is evident that when the Assyrian came they were then and at no other time delivered from him,
& this is the First literal and immediate sense of the words as appears by the history, whence it is evident that when the assyrian Come they were then and At no other time Delivered from him,
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others referre the text to the deliverance from the captivity, and so by Shepheards and Pastors understand the Medes and Persians, and specially Cyrus who delivered Iudah from captivity and is called expresly Gods Shepheards as wee heard even now,
Others refer the text to the deliverance from the captivity, and so by Shepherds and Pastors understand the Medes and Persians, and specially Cyrus who Delivered Iudah from captivity and is called expressly God's Shepherds as we herd even now,
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and anoynted as also to the time of Hester to the deliverance by Mordecay, and to the time of Antiochus, to that by the Macchabees, others referie it to the time of Christs incarnation,
and anointed as also to the time of Esther to the deliverance by Mordecai, and to the time of Antiochus, to that by the Maccabees, Others referie it to the time of Christ incarnation,
and understand by the Assyrians, as the then most known enemy the Romans, and by the Shepheards and principall men, the Apostles and Evangelists, by the sword that of the Spirit the word of God NONLATINALPHABET among i e greeks the sar elon. c times that NONLATINALPHABET.
and understand by the Assyrians, as the then most known enemy the Roman, and by the Shepherds and principal men, the Apostles and Evangelists, by the sword that of the Spirit the word of God among i e Greeks the sar elon. c times that.
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and rendred sui juris to a state of perfect freedome so that it shall have power to elect & appoint its own officers in Church & State, (saith my author) Wch diversity being but in some smaller particulars, detract nothing from the main purport of the words, which in all the former variety, hold forth for the, Summe of them.
and rendered sui Juris to a state of perfect freedom so that it shall have power to elect & appoint its own Officers in Church & State, (Says my author) Which diversity being but in Some smaller particulars, detract nothing from the main purport of the words, which in all the former variety, hold forth for thee, Sum of them.
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but strengthen nature under its abate, shorten and in time remove silicet, that Christ When the most formidable enemy should bee upon them, would comfort them, release them,
but strengthen nature under its abate, shorten and in time remove silicet, that christ When the most formidable enemy should be upon them, would Comfort them, release them,
First, a supposition of the Churches future calamity, The Assyrian shall come into our Land. 2 The principall meanes of the Churches remedy. This man shall bee peace.
First, a supposition of the Churches future calamity, The assyrian shall come into our Land. 2 The principal means of the Churches remedy. This man shall be peace.
And now should follow, the explication or the seve rals in each of these, but this will conveniently bee added to every part in their order, which shall bee considered, 1 severally, 2 joyntly, 1 severally,
And now should follow, the explication or the seve rals in each of these, but this will conveniently be added to every part in their order, which shall be considered, 1 severally, 2 jointly, 1 severally,
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Observation, That where Any, whether man or nation have beene scandalous and uncorrigible in sinning, the Lorduseth to bee towards such remarkable and inexorable in afflicting,
Observation, That where Any, whither man or Nation have been scandalous and uncorrigible in sinning, the Lorduseth to be towards such remarkable and inexorable in afflicting,
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This the Text clearely holds forth, that this people were grosse in sinne and refractory against amendment, was shewed before in opening the Coherence,
This the Text clearly holds forth, that this people were gross in sin and refractory against amendment, was showed before in opening the Coherence,
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and the spirit and bitternesse for degree of all evill, ushered in by terrours, insomuch that as the Oratour sayes even by the very noise of a war, the profit of a whole yeares revenue is lost,
and the Spirit and bitterness for degree of all evil, ushered in by terrors, insomuch that as the Orator Says even by the very noise of a war, the profit of a Whole Years revenue is lost,
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whilst tillage is deserted, trading given over, and habitations forsaken, accompanied with silence of lawes, and administation of Justice, as at this day among our selves;
while tillage is deserted, trading given over, and habitations forsaken, accompanied with silence of laws, and administration of justice, as At this day among our selves;
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so that impiety, injury, and vice runne headlong without bridle, besides the violence, oppressions, bloodshed vastation, of a fruitfull soile as the Garaen of Eden before it,
so that impiety, injury, and vice run headlong without bridle, beside the violence, oppressions, bloodshed vastation, of a fruitful soil as the Garaen of Eden before it,
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yet behinde it a desolate wilderness• as wee see at this day in Germany, Ireland, and some shadow of it among our seives. Followed with scarc••, dearth and famine, with infections diseases, as plague and pestilence,
yet behind it a desolate wilderness• as we see At this day in Germany, Ireland, and Some shadow of it among our seives. ENDNOTE89 Followed START ITALICS scarc••, ITALICS START ITALICS famine ITALICS START ITALICS infections diseases ITALICS as plague and pestilence
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and evill beasts, where such are, and therefore in scripture often put together, the sword, the famine and the pestilence, in a word so full of calamity, especially if in the bowels of a Kingdome as this was, that David, a souldier himselfe, chose rather a fierce plague or a long famine, than a short warre.
and evil beasts, where such Are, and Therefore in scripture often put together, the sword, the famine and the pestilence, in a word so full of calamity, especially if in the bowels of a Kingdom as this was, that David, a soldier himself, chosen rather a fierce plague or a long famine, than a short war.
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from whom the affliction was like to bee more heavy, 1 because hee was I in himselfe I proud and insolent, as being 1 Master of the most ancient Empire,
from whom the affliction was like to be more heavy, 1 Because he was I in himself I proud and insolent, as being 1 Master of the most ancient Empire,
and thence conceited his speciall favour with God, (•) and hereupon a boasting and scornfull Adversary, see him vaunting himselfe both against God and man.
and thence conceited his special favour with God, (•) and hereupon a boasting and scornful Adversary, see him vaunting himself both against God and man.
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Let not the God in whom thou trustest deceive thee, behold the Kings of Assyria have destroyed all Lands; that opposed them, Where are the Gods of Gozani &c. where are the kings of Hamath, Arpad? &c. Thirdly, he was a cruell Adversary;
Let not the God in whom thou trustest deceive thee, behold the Kings of Assyria have destroyed all Lands; that opposed them, Where Are the God's of Gozani etc. where Are the Kings of Hamath, Arpad? etc. Thirdly, he was a cruel Adversary;
cruelty alwayes accompanying pride, for the cruelty of the Assyrians, see the Prophet Hasea, who having in one place prophesied of the captivity of Samaria and Israel by the Assyrians, saith in another, I hat their infants should be dashed in pieces by them and their women with childe ripped up.
cruelty always accompanying pride, for the cruelty of the Assyrians, see the Prophet Hasea, who having in one place prophesied of the captivity of Samaria and Israel by the Assyrians, Says in Another, I hat their Infants should be dashed in Pieces by them and their women with child ripped up.
And for the cruelty of the Babylonians, the history of the captivity relates the slaying of the Kings sonnes before his eyes, the slaughter of the Nobles and principall men, the burning of the house of God, and the Kings house,
And for the cruelty of the Babylonians, the history of the captivity relates the slaying of the Kings Sons before his eyes, the slaughter of the Nobles and principal men, the burning of the house of God, and the Kings house,
and of the Nobles, breaking downe the wall of Hierusalem, and carrying such multitudes into captivity, Princes were hanged by the hands, the youths fainted in grinding,
and of the Nobles, breaking down the wall of Jerusalem, and carrying such Multitudes into captivity, Princes were hanged by the hands, the youths fainted in grinding,
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and had no compassion on young man or maiden, old man, or him that stooped for age, and as the Babylonians and Assyrians were originally of the same nation, so no doubt of the same spirit of cruelty and of pride.
and had no compassion on young man or maiden, old man, or him that stooped for age, and as the Babylonians and Assyrians were originally of the same Nation, so no doubt of the same Spirit of cruelty and of pride.
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for it seems he had a great influence into the Church too, as appears by Ahaz, upon his league with him, following of him in his superstition, and this uses to provoke Idolaters exceedingly, that any should worship God in spirit and truth.
for it seems he had a great influence into the Church too, as appears by Ahaz, upon his league with him, following of him in his Superstition, and this uses to provoke Idolaters exceedingly, that any should worship God in Spirit and truth.
5 An Adversary whetted on by what he had gained already the ten Tribes and therefore the other two yet remaining, that they should be left behinde was an eye-sore,
5 an Adversary whetted on by what he had gained already the ten Tribes and Therefore the other two yet remaining, that they should be left behind was an eyesore,
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and what a calamity for those that were the Lords freemen to become slaves to those that were the vassals of Sathan? for Idolaters, what service they offer they do it to Devels, and not to God, 2 They were the rescued people of God from this Adversary,
and what a calamity for those that were the lords freemen to become slaves to those that were the vassals of Sathan? for Idolaters, what service they offer they do it to Devils, and not to God, 2 They were the rescued people of God from this Adversary,
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the enemy should not come to, but into our lan•, and not onely prevaile over the meanest, but should tread as Victor in the stately Palaces, so indeed the story hath it, that he tooke all the fenced C•ies of Iudah and came up to the wals of •er•sulem;
the enemy should not come to, but into our lan•, and not only prevail over the Meanest, but should tread as Victor in the stately Palaces, so indeed the story hath it, that he took all the fenced C•ies of Iudah and Come up to the walls of •er•sulem;
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and this is intimated in the word shall, which though often times is but conditionall, yet is here decretory, as appeares by the Third foregoing verse where 'tis said as of a concluded thing, that he should give them up till she that hath travelled, should bring forth:
and this is intimated in the word shall, which though often times is but conditional, yet is Here decretory, as appears by the Third foregoing verse where it's said as of a concluded thing, that he should give them up till she that hath traveled, should bring forth:
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as Interpreters generally expound it, and Cap. 4.10. he sayes peremptorily, she should go to Babylon and be there delivered, and Cap. 7.13. having in the verse before promised a prosperous time of the Church;
as Interpreters generally expound it, and Cap. 4.10. he Says peremptorily, she should go to Babylon and be there Delivered, and Cap. 7.13. having in the verse before promised a prosperous time of the Church;
yea and the people mourned too when they heard God would not go up with them himselfe but send an Angell, yet God tels them in the day that he should visit, he would surely visit this sin upon them, and so in Deuteronomy upon their blessing themselves in their owne wayes against all the curses of the law, 'tis threatned that the Lord will not spare him; now sparing implyes intreating, but that the land should be made a desolation, carried into captivity;
yea and the people mourned too when they herd God would not go up with them himself but send an Angel, yet God tells them in the day that he should visit, he would surely visit this since upon them, and so in Deuteronomy upon their blessing themselves in their own ways against all the curses of the law, it's threatened that the Lord will not spare him; now sparing Implies entreating, but that the land should be made a desolation, carried into captivity;
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for that is pointed at, in that place as appeares by comparing the context, and we know what fasting and praying was before the captivity, and before this comming in of the Assyrian, not onely by others:
for that is pointed At, in that place as appears by comparing the context, and we know what fasting and praying was before the captivity, and before this coming in of the assyrian, not only by Others:
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but Hezekiah himselfe and the godly then living, which yet God would not remove before he had made them know that he was the Lord, the Assyrian not being repelled till he had wasted and spoiled all the land,
but Hezekiah himself and thee godly then living, which yet God would not remove before he had made them know that he was the Lord, the assyrian not being repelled till he had wasted and spoiled all the land,
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but that he might shew the difficulty of eluctating from the punishing of so great a provocation, hee stirred up by his spirit such importunities in the hearts of his servants.
but that he might show the difficulty of eluctating from the punishing of so great a provocation, he stirred up by his Spirit such importunities in the hearts of his Servants.
he tels them that therefore when they should cry out unto him because of their King he would not heare them, according to that of the Proverbs, because ye would have none to my counsell,
he tells them that Therefore when they should cry out unto him Because of their King he would not hear them, according to that of the Proverbs, Because you would have none to my counsel,
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That this iniquity should not be purged untill they dyed, other places there are that shew execution done according to such threatning without all remorse or intreaty, no place being found for repentance,
That this iniquity should not be purged until they died, other places there Are that show execution done according to such threatening without all remorse or entreaty, no place being found for Repentance,
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yet not restiaining them, as the Lord had threatned, that the sinne of El•es house should not be purged with Offering nor with Sacrifice, in regard of the temporall punishment;
yet not restiaining them, as the Lord had threatened, that the sin of El•es house should not be purged with Offering nor with Sacrifice, in regard of the temporal punishment;
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Gods dealing with David after the matter of Ʋriah, is well knowne, The childe must surely dye, the sword must never depart from his house, his owne sonne must rebell,
God's dealing with David After the matter of Ʋriah, is well known, The child must surely die, the sword must never depart from his house, his own son must rebel,
horrid calamities, and yet we know that David deepely repented & greatly humbled himself before the Lord, good Iosiah refusing the voice of the Lord by the mouth of the King of Egypt, is slaine in the battell, and Hezekiah having received the peremptory denunciation of the Babylonish captivity, never so much as opened his mouth against it, Hence God forbids the Prophet Ieremy to pray for them,
horrid calamities, and yet we know that David deeply repented & greatly humbled himself before the Lord, good Josiah refusing the voice of the Lord by the Mouth of the King of Egypt, is slain in the battle, and Hezekiah having received the peremptory denunciation of the Babylonish captivity, never so much as opened his Mouth against it, Hence God forbids the Prophet Ieremy to pray for them,
yet they should save neither sonne nor daughter, so this comming in of the Assyrian was peremptorily concluded notwithstanding Hezekiahs reformation, and that of the Chaldees notwithstanding Ios••s, & the Babylonish captivity came,
yet they should save neither son nor daughter, so this coming in of the assyrian was peremptorily concluded notwithstanding Hezekiah's Reformation, and that of the Chaldees notwithstanding Ios••s, & the Babylonish captivity Come,
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or if it were discovered, yet the evill, though no doubt they repented, not removed, till by experience they had found that 'twas a fearefull thing to provoke the Lord to anger,
or if it were discovered, yet the evil, though no doubt they repented, not removed, till by experience they had found that 'twas a fearful thing to provoke the Lord to anger,
I have been the larger in the proofe of this particular, because there may be objected, Diverse expresse places of Scripture, in the Prophet Ieremy the Lord saith,
I have been the larger in the proof of this particular, Because there may be objected, Diverse express places of Scripture, in the Prophet Ieremy the Lord Says,
When I speake concerning a land to pluck up, and to destroy it, if that nation shall turne unto me with all their heart, I will repent me of the evill I thought to do, and Hosea gives the reason why they were delivered into the hand of the Assyrian, Because they refused to returne, thereby intimating that if they had returned, he should not, other places might be added,
When I speak Concerning a land to pluck up, and to destroy it, if that Nation shall turn unto me with all their heart, I will Repent me of the evil I Thought to do, and Hosea gives the reason why they were Delivered into the hand of the assyrian, Because they refused to return, thereby intimating that if they had returned, he should not, other places might be added,
also there may be, objected reasons grounded in Scripture, the generall tenor of it, which is to comfort those that are humbled with the hope yea assurance of seasonable deliverance.
also there may be, objected Reasons grounded in Scripture, the general tenor of it, which is to Comfort those that Are humbled with the hope yea assurance of seasonable deliverance.
To the scripture wee answer by a double distinction, of denunciation of judgement where of some are purely minatory and threatning upon supposition of non repentance, such as was that to the Ninevites, and these upon repentance are alwayes diverted, others are Decretory or Determined absolutely foretelling what shal unavoidably follow, such was this of the comming in of the Assyrian, the Babilonish captivity, and divers others.
To the scripture we answer by a double distinction, of denunciation of judgement where of Some Are purely minatory and threatening upon supposition of non Repentance, such as was that to the Ninevites, and these upon Repentance Are always diverted, Others Are Decretory or Determined absolutely foretelling what shall avoidable follow, such was this of the coming in of the assyrian, the Babylonish captivity, and diverse Others.
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And wee have ground for this distinction in that of Zephany, before the decree bring forth, seeke yee the Lord, and that of our Saviour if thou hadst knowne in this thy day;
And we have ground for this distinction in that of Zephany, before the Decree bring forth, seek ye the Lord, and that of our Saviour if thou Hadst known in this thy day;
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and that of the Psalmist, To day if you will heare his voice, harden not your hearts, intimating that if they should not so is that place interpreted concerning those that lived in the time of the preparation of the Arke, My Spirit shall not alwaies strive with mar, his dayes shall bee 120 years. I.e. hee shall have so long to repent.
and that of the Psalmist, To day if you will hear his voice, harden not your hearts, intimating that if they should not so is that place interpreted Concerning those that lived in the time of the preparation of the Ark, My Spirit shall not always strive with mar, his days shall be 120 Years. I.e. he shall have so long to Repent.
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If it bee inquired here when a threatning is minatory, and when peremptory the observation will hint an answer scilicet when the sinne hath beene very provoking, and the impenitence very obstinate we may gather that the decree hath brought forth,
If it be inquired Here when a threatening is minatory, and when peremptory the observation will hint an answer scilicet when the sin hath been very provoking, and the impenitence very obstinate we may gather that the Decree hath brought forth,
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A distinction is of the promises of deliverance made upon repentance which are either for prevention of the evill that it shall not come, or remove all of it that it shall not continue for the first sort wee say they are to bee understood with this proviso, that the repentance bee seas•nable and speedy, and not delayed so long till the honour and Justice of God bee ingaged to a vindication,
A distinction is of the promises of deliverance made upon Repentance which Are either for prevention of the evil that it shall not come, or remove all of it that it shall not continue for the First sort we say they Are to be understood with this proviso, that the Repentance be seas•nable and speedy, and not delayed so long till the honour and justice of God be engaged to a vindication,
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as hee speaks in the Prophet when he had reckoned some of their grosse impieties and their incorrigible impenitency, hee askes themselves the question, how shall I pardon thee for this,
as he speaks in the Prophet when he had reckoned Some of their gross impieties and their incorrigible impenitency, he asks themselves the question, how shall I pardon thee for this,
and shall I not visit for these things? and for the latter sort we say that they also are to be understood in a double sence, literall and spirituall, in the former, they are not alwayes fulfilled, in the latter they never faile, all things are not ours literally, and yet 'tis promis'd by the Apostles but as our Saviour speaks we have meat to eat which the world knowes not of & so a deliverance spiritual from the body of sinne, the power of darkenesse, the curse of the law,
and shall I not visit for these things? and for the latter sort we say that they also Are to be understood in a double sense, literal and spiritual, in the former, they Are not always fulfilled, in the latter they never fail, all things Are not ours literally, and yet it's promised by the Apostles but as our Saviour speaks we have meat to eat which the world knows not of & so a deliverance spiritual from the body of sin, the power of darkness, the curse of the law,
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and the wrath of God, but temporally wee may even for one sinne bee kept from entring into Canaan, and with David never have our house without a judgement.
and the wrath of God, but temporally we may even for one sin be kept from entering into Canaan, and with David never have our house without a judgement.
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and of Christ whom by it we have pierced, 2 the glory of God whom by our professed repentance wee honour, thereby testifying hee deserved better of us.
and of christ whom by it we have pierced, 2 the glory of God whom by our professed Repentance we honour, thereby testifying he deserved better of us.
those whom he had sent into captivity he saith I will acknowledge them, I will set mine eyes upon them for good, I will be their God and they shall be my people, and the Apostle assures us, that if we endure chastning, God offers himselfe to us as a Father to his childe in whom he delighteth, and Christ tels the Church of Laodicea, That as many as he loves he rebukes and chastens, and Paul the Corinthians, that they were therefore chastned of the Lord ( even with death ) that they might not be condemned with the world.
those whom he had sent into captivity he Says I will acknowledge them, I will Set mine eyes upon them for good, I will be their God and they shall be my people, and the Apostle assures us, that if we endure chastening, God offers himself to us as a Father to his child in whom he delights, and christ tells the Church of Laodicea, That as many as he loves he rebukes and chastens, and Paul the Corinthians, that they were Therefore chastened of the Lord (even with death) that they might not be condemned with the world.
that hee is reconciled by the blood of his Sonne, which takes away all so cleerely that it leaves no spot or wrinkle, no blame or accusation, so that it being applyed by faith, God himselfe hath nothing to lay to our charge, but we have full peace with him and joy and glory in him.
that he is reconciled by the blood of his Son, which Takes away all so clearly that it leaves no spot or wrinkle, no blame or accusation, so that it being applied by faith, God himself hath nothing to lay to our charge, but we have full peace with him and joy and glory in him.
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Now then where remission of sin is, and reconciliation to God, there is no more satisfaction for sin, But against this may be objected that of the Prophet Esay, Comfort ye Hierusalem, say ye to her, her •••quity is pardoned for she hath received of the Lords hand double for all her sinnes;
Now then where remission of since is, and reconciliation to God, there is no more satisfaction for since, But against this may be objected that of the Prophet Isaiah, Comfort you Jerusalem, say you to her, her •••quity is pardoned for she hath received of the lords hand double for all her Sins;
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It may be taken in Concreto, as the Church, the body is one with her head Christ, in respect whereof its sufferings are called the sufferings of Christ, and Christs sufferings called the Churches sufferings;
It may be taken in Concrete, as the Church, the body is one with her head christ, in respect whereof its sufferings Are called the sufferings of christ, and Christ sufferings called the Churches sufferings;
that it may be rightly affected with, and to that end might have a right apprehension & true representation of the things that belongs to its peace, which are especially two;
that it may be rightly affected with, and to that end might have a right apprehension & true representation of the things that belongs to its peace, which Are especially two;
hence it is said in the Proverbs, that those that refuse the admonition of God should eat of the fruit, that is, taste by affliction the evill of their wayes.
hence it is said in the Proverbs, that those that refuse the admonition of God should eat of the fruit, that is, taste by affliction the evil of their ways.
now affliction represents the goodnesse of God, by way of comparison according to that of the same Prophet, in affliction she will say, I will returns to my former husband,
now affliction represents the Goodness of God, by Way of comparison according to that of the same Prophet, in affliction she will say, I will returns to my former husband,
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as infinitely exceeding of it, whilest in the multitude of sorrowes that can refresh, yea and make exceeding joyfull, 2 Cor. 7. 4. Whereas these miserable comforters are they all, Prov. 11. 4. And this also shewes a reason why great sinnes must have great afflictions;
as infinitely exceeding of it, whilst in the multitude of sorrows that can refresh, yea and make exceeding joyful, 2 Cor. 7. 4. Whereas these miserable Comforters Are they all, Curae 11. 4. And this also shows a reason why great Sins must have great afflictions;
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generall reason is in respect of God himselfe, in relation to his adversaries, that his honour may be salved, that he might shew he hates sinne most, where he loves best;
general reason is in respect of God himself, in Relation to his Adversaries, that his honour may be salved, that he might show he hates sin most, where he loves best;
if judgement begins at the house of God, what then the end of others? and that of the Prophet, behold I begin to bring evill in the City which is called by upon my name,
if judgement begins At the house of God, what then the end of Others? and that of the Prophet, behold I begin to bring evil in the city which is called by upon my name,
so Moses, all Israel shall heare and feare, and doe no more any such thing, the Apostle admonisheth that the judgements upon the people of God in the wildernesse were for our examples, that we should not lust after evill things as they lusted,
so Moses, all Israel shall hear and Fear, and do no more any such thing, the Apostle Admonisheth that the Judgments upon the people of God in the Wilderness were for our Examples, that we should not lust After evil things as they lusted,
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and the dearly beloved of his soule, so that his repentings are kindled together, yet such is the malignity of sinne, that as a father, he must either draw blood,
and the dearly Beloved of his soul, so that his repentings Are kindled together, yet such is the malignity of sin, that as a father, he must either draw blood,
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Why? but how doth it appeare? what evill have wee done, to cause a decree of execution to come forth? Resp. whatsoever this people were guilty of, that drew downe this calamity upon them,
Why? but how does it appear? what evil have we done, to cause a Decree of execution to come forth? Resp. whatsoever this people were guilty of, that drew down this calamity upon them,
who live like bruit beasts made to be taken and destroyed, in intemperance, uncleannesse, theft, sloth, &c. Others upon a ground of perfection, that think it an indignity to be tyed by Gods law to obedience;
who live like bruit beasts made to be taken and destroyed, in intemperance, uncleanness, theft, sloth, etc. Others upon a ground of perfection, that think it an indignity to be tied by God's law to Obedience;
Mixtures, 1 of law and Gospell together, making (the new cloth) with Christs right consnes, only as a patch to stop holes in their own old garment, whereby at length the rent is made worse;
Mixtures, 1 of law and Gospel together, making (the new cloth) with Christ right consnes, only as a patch to stop holes in their own old garment, whereby At length the rend is made Worse;
Against the severall precepts of the law, 1 In respect of the evill forbidden, 1 in the first Table, literally, our forefathers superstition, Idolatry and persecution,
Against the several Precepts of the law, 1 In respect of the evil forbidden, 1 in the First Table, literally, our Forefathers Superstition, Idolatry and persecution,
and we are risen up in their stead a generation of sinnefull men, who are so farre from bewailing our parents sinne that we pursue it, by favouring the professors of such corruption, Papists, Arminians, Formlists, and hate with a perfect hatred the contrary zealously affected, whose chiefe fault in them is zeale, but not in their Adversaries; our Fathers slew the Prophets, and we fill their Sepulchres.
and we Are risen up in their stead a generation of sinful men, who Are so Far from bewailing our Parents sin that we pursue it, by favouring the professors of such corruption, Papists, Arminians, Formlists, and hate with a perfect hatred the contrary zealously affected, whose chief fault in them is zeal, but not in their Adversaries; our Father's slew the prophets, and we fill their Sepulchres.
The Earth in all the parts of it, Scotland, Ireland, Holland, France, Germany, yea America, and the utmost corners of the world, whither our persecutions of late dayes have driven many of Gods servants.
The Earth in all the parts of it, Scotland, Ireland, Holland, France, Germany, yea America, and the utmost corners of the world, whither our persecutions of late days have driven many of God's Servants.
The Sea, wherein many of them in their passages have perished, and The Aire and Fire unto one whereof, we have scattered the limbes of many of Gods people by the helpe of the other in this present warre.
The Sea, wherein many of them in their passages have perished, and The Air and Fire unto one whereof, we have scattered the limbs of many of God's people by the help of the other in this present war.
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2 Myltically, I Idolizing of our selves, and like Sathan, so farre puffed with our owne gifts, that we fall into his condemnation, admire our selves, despise our brethren, & walk nothumbly before God.
2 Myltically, I Idolizing of our selves, and like Sathan, so Far puffed with our own Gifts, that we fallen into his condemnation, admire our selves, despise our brothers, & walk nothumbly before God.
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2 Idolizing of the world, these having our first thought in the morning and our last at night, 3 Idolizing men, of which our Prophet here complaines, that the statures of Omri, were kept;
2 Idolizing of the world, these having our First Thought in the morning and our last At night, 3 Idolizing men, of which our Prophet Here complains, that the statures of Omri, were kept;
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and daily doe amongst our selves, hath been occasioned by Papists, Arminians, Formalists, and prophane persons, proud spirits, the one for their end being subservient to the other, &c. All which we have countenanced and fomented,
and daily do among our selves, hath been occasioned by Papists, Arminians, Formalists, and profane Persons, proud spirits, the one for their end being subservient to the other, etc. All which we have countenanced and fomented,
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if nothing else but Christ and him crucified, we must have him cloathed with a scarlet robe, a Crowne and a Scepter though it be borrowed of his enemies, not satisfied with decent clothing him,
if nothing Else but christ and him Crucified, we must have him clothed with a scarlet robe, a Crown and a Sceptre though it be borrowed of his enemies, not satisfied with decent clothing him,
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The degree of our ••nne, such as make Christians a shame to Turks, Protestants a by-word to Papists, the purer sort to prophane men, to the dishonour of that Christ, Protestant religion and power of godlinesse, which we professe, it being so farre from correction, that it is, become commendable, covetousnesse in the effect of it, an honour; intemperance the glue of charity;
The degree of our ••nne, such as make Christians a shame to Turks, Protestants a Byword to Papists, the Purer sort to profane men, to the dishonour of that christ, Protestant Religion and power of godliness, which we profess, it being so Far from correction, that it is, become commendable, covetousness in the Effect of it, an honour; intemperance the glue of charity;
oathes the ornament of our discourses; uncleanenesse a kinde of reputation; corrupt indifferency moderation and prudence. The universality of our sinning;
Oaths the ornament of our discourses; uncleanness a kind of reputation; corrupt indifferency moderation and prudence. The universality of our sinning;
1 Our Princes, i. e. our persons of quality, (for they in the Hebrew Dialect are exprest by that word) many of them living by reason of 1 Monopolies, Patents, &c. not upon the sweat of the poores browes,
1 Our Princes, i. e. our Persons of quality, (for they in the Hebrew Dialect Are expressed by that word) many of them living by reason of 1 Monopolies, Patents, etc. not upon the sweat of the poors brows,
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living upon the pretious soule. Thousands of soules famished through ignorant and unable Ministers, there being no sufficiency to maintaine better, are now crying in the eares of God, How long Lord, how long wilt thou cease to avenge our blood upon such a great person? such a Knight? such a Gentleman? such a Bishop? and it may be such a Colledge.
living upon the precious soul. Thousands of Souls famished through ignorant and unable Ministers, there being no sufficiency to maintain better, Are now crying in the ears of God, How long Lord, how long wilt thou cease to avenge our blood upon such a great person? such a Knight? such a Gentleman? such a Bishop? and it may be such a College.
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But where an able minister may be had, and where meanes is not cometent, and where it was not forced on them, (if this will hold plea with God) there, those that doe it not, are without excuse.
But where an able minister may be had, and where means is not cometent, and where it was not forced on them, (if this will hold plea with God) there, those that do it not, Are without excuse.
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as Daniel speaks, we and our Fathers and our Princes and our people have transgressed thy covenant) they as those in our Prophet have fixt their ends, great estates, wordly fulnesse, high places, much ease; as our fathers did, so do we;
as daniel speaks, we and our Father's and our Princes and our people have transgressed thy Covenant) they as those in our Prophet have fixed their ends, great estates, wordly fullness, high places, much ease; as our Father's did, so do we;
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they make the people erre, bite with their teeth, and cry peace, and those that put not into their mouth they even prepare war against them, as it is at this day;
they make the people err, bite with their teeth, and cry peace, and those that put not into their Mouth they even prepare war against them, as it is At this day;
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If Ahab will have them say he shall goe up to Ram•th-G•lead, he shall have hundreds cry, Go and prosper, if in Church matters Ahaz will have such an Altar as is at Damascus, he shall have an High Prie•t that will doe according to all that the King commands him.
If Ahab will have them say he shall go up to Ram•th-G•lead, he shall have hundreds cry, Go and prosper, if in Church matters Ahaz will have such an Altar as is At Damascus, he shall have an High Prie•t that will do according to all that the King commands him.
an Hosanna to the Parliament and a crucifie them to the High Priests, and now these can so perswade with them, that with the Keilites they will give up David, that they may secure themselves: 7 A spirituall wantonnesse, zealous a while after good things,
an Hosanna to the Parliament and a crucify them to the High Priests, and now these can so persuade with them, that with the Keilites they will give up David, that they may secure themselves: 7 A spiritual wantonness, zealous a while After good things,
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and the people love to have it so, and what then shall we doe in the end thereof, the wilfulnesse of our sins, against light from God, against conviction of our owne consciences, against the strivings of the Spirit,
and the people love to have it so, and what then shall we do in the end thereof, the wilfulness of our Sins, against Light from God, against conviction of our own Consciences, against the strivings of the Spirit,
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Or with Foelix, breake off the discourse of righteousnesse and temperance, that we might not tremble at the judgement to come, for the neglect of them.
Or with Felix, break off the discourse of righteousness and temperance, that we might not tremble At the judgement to come, for the neglect of them.
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His contracted hand of judgement in the persecution of Queene Mary, the invasion of 88, the danger of November the fifth, the Pestilence in the yeer 1625, the calamity of these many yeares last past,
His contracted hand of judgement in the persecution of Queen Marry, the invasion of 88, the danger of November the fifth, the Pestilence in the year 1625, the calamity of these many Years last past,
yea and still upon us (for these things we must put often in memory, seeing the Characters of them so soone wash out of mens hearts) we may take up the complaint of the Prophet, I have given you cleannesse of teeth;
yea and still upon us (for these things we must put often in memory, seeing the Characters of them so soon wash out of men's hearts) we may take up the complaint of the Prophet, I have given you cleanness of teeth;
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3 Against the strongest remedies and firmest bonds of obedience, the words of our owne mouthes, our solemne vowes and promises in our late Protestation, which is the last refuge of a Nation, and strongest engagement to obedience,
3 Against the Strongest remedies and firmest bonds of Obedience, the words of our own mouths, our solemn vows and promises in our late Protestation, which is the last refuge of a nation, and Strongest engagement to Obedience,
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And when they had transgressed a Covenant but concerning the poore servants in letting of them goe free, the Lord breaks forth in fearfull threats which he executed accordingly;
And when they had transgressed a Covenant but Concerning the poor Servants in letting of them go free, the Lord breaks forth in fearful Treats which he executed accordingly;
And he asks concerning Zedekiah the question, Shall a man break the Covenant? though it were but with a man, and be delivered? What Thunderbolts then may we think God is sharpning against our faces? who have protested before God and man,
And he asks Concerning Zedekiah the question, Shall a man break the Covenant? though it were but with a man, and be Delivered? What Thunderbolts then may we think God is sharpening against our faces? who have protested before God and man,
and welfare of the other, and yet not onely sleight but work many of us directly contrary to it: 1 Favouring Papistry, against Protestant Religion: 2 Hazarding the Kings person in unnaturall warre.
and welfare of the other, and yet not only sleight but work many of us directly contrary to it: 1 Favouring Papistry, against Protestant Religion: 2 Hazarding the Kings person in unnatural war.
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And doe we wonder that God visits for these things? and that his soule doth avenge it selfe on such a nation as this? Reflect upon what was lately spoken to this honourable Assembly concerning the Covenant revenging sword.
And do we wonder that God visits for these things? and that his soul does avenge it self on such a Nation as this? Reflect upon what was lately spoken to this honourable Assembly Concerning the Covenant revenging sword.
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Now if we have justified this people by running parallell with them in all their sinnes, upon whom the Decree passed, that the Assyrian should come in, we may not wonder, that notwithstanding all meanes used to the contrary,
Now if we have justified this people by running parallel with them in all their Sins, upon whom the decree passed, that the assyrian should come in, we may not wonder, that notwithstanding all means used to the contrary,
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therefore prepare to meet thy God, there is yet a sorer judgement behinde. Pitty then Ireland, the Northerne and Westerne parts of this Kingdome that are almost desolate;
Therefore prepare to meet thy God, there is yet a Sorer judgement behind. Pity then Ireland, the Northern and Western parts of this Kingdom that Are almost desolate;
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and that is to prepare to meet thy God O England. (f) 1 By a reall expectation of a deepe affliction, by considering 1 the severall aggravated, wilfull, grosse, scandalous sinnes of a nation that professeth godlinesse. 2 The horrid incorrigiblenesse of it, that not onely they say to them that prophecie prophecie not,
and that is to prepare to meet thy God Oh England. (f) 1 By a real expectation of a deep affliction, by considering 1 the several aggravated, wilful, gross, scandalous Sins of a Nation that Professes godliness. 2 The horrid incorrigibleness of it, that not only they say to them that prophecy prophecy not,
but his mouth will command not a smiting on the mouth, but a laying by the heels, a confiscation of goods, a perpetuall imprisonment, or a banishing out of the kingdome.
but his Mouth will command not a smiting on the Mouth, but a laying by the heels, a confiscation of goods, a perpetual imprisonment, or a banishing out of the Kingdom.
2 By making sure of him who is here promised to be Peace, (especially to the soule,) even when the Assyrian should tread in the Palaces, this is the rock the stormes cannot shake,
2 By making sure of him who is Here promised to be Peace, (especially to the soul,) even when the assyrian should tread in the Palaces, this is the rock the storms cannot shake,
and those that are founded on it, the strength of man, no nor the gates of hell can prevaile against, this the Ark that the flood cannot reach, the Anchor by which we may ride out the tempest, of which more in the next part.
and those that Are founded on it, the strength of man, no nor the gates of hell can prevail against, this the Ark that the flood cannot reach, the Anchor by which we may ride out the tempest, of which more in the next part.
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did we not agree with him for this penny, that if we did eat or drink intemperately, be wanton, worldly, prophane, cold, false, we would be content to dye the death? have we not procured these things to our selves? why should therefore living men complaine, a man for the punishment of his sinne, this made not only Daniel confesse, that God was righteous in all he had done,
did we not agree with him for this penny, that if we did eat or drink intemperately, be wanton, worldly, profane, cold, false, we would be content to die the death? have we not procured these things to our selves? why should Therefore living men complain, a man for the punishment of his sin, this made not only daniel confess, that God was righteous in all he had done,
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it should be dearer then our soules, as it was to Moses and Paul. 2. To our selves, we shall be cured of that disease that would have proved deadly to us as the Prophet saith, all the fruit is that God may take away our sinnes, that though we dye temporally we may be but chastned of the Lord, that we may not be condemned with the world.
it should be Dearer then our Souls, as it was to Moses and Paul. 2. To our selves, we shall be cured of that disease that would have proved deadly to us as the Prophet Says, all the fruit is that God may take away our Sins, that though we die temporally we may be but chastened of the Lord, that we may not be condemned with the world.
2 False and hollow brethren in the Church, members of the Common-wealth, will be, as many have been already further discovered the Abiathars and Ioabs shew themselves when Adonijuh raiseth a rebellion.
2 False and hollow brothers in the Church, members of the Commonwealth, will be, as many have been already further discovered the Abiathars and Ioabs show themselves when Adonijuh Raiseth a rebellion.
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it will obtaine certainly, 1 A mitigation for the Elects sake, that cry to him night and day, these dayes shall be shortned, after 70000 yet when David cryes to God,
it will obtain Certainly, 1 A mitigation for the Elects sake, that cry to him night and day, these days shall be shortened, After 70000 yet when David cries to God,
and after all the land and Cities of Iudah, yet humbling Ierusalem is spared. 2 Support 1 Cor. 10.13. He will not suffer you to be tempted above that you are able.
and After all the land and Cities of Iudah, yet humbling Ierusalem is spared. 2 Support 1 Cor. 10.13. He will not suffer you to be tempted above that you Are able.
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2 Direction for this honourable assembly what they are principally to labour in, and that is to cause the nation to breake off their sinnes by repentance;
2 Direction for this honourable assembly what they Are principally to labour in, and that is to cause the Nation to break off their Sins by Repentance;
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whilest that wildefire is in the thatch, the water of fasting and of all other endeavours will but inflame the burning, Esay 1. 16. and if so we shall be fitted for the consolation which the second part of the Text propoundeth,
whilst that wildefire is in the thatch, the water of fasting and of all other endeavours will but inflame the burning, Isaiah 1. 16. and if so we shall be fitted for the consolation which the second part of the Text propoundeth,
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and the Egyptians pursuing, so before God delivered the Israelites from the Philistimes, they were come to that lownesse, that they had neither Sword nor Speares nor a Smith to make them.
and the egyptians pursuing, so before God Delivered the Israelites from the Philistines, they were come to that lowness, that they had neither Sword nor Spears nor a Smith to make them.
And another time, not till one Goliah made all the Hoste of Israel runne like Sheepe, and the Famine in the time of I•ram not removed, till a fourth part of a Cabbe of Doves Dung was sould for five peeces of silver,
And Another time, not till one Goliath made all the Host of Israel run like Sheep, and the Famine in the time of I•ram not removed, till a fourth part of a Cabbe of Dove Dung was should for five Pieces of silver,
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Reason 2. The grounds of this truth are such as these. 1 In respect of God that the sole praise of the deliverance may bee his, Gedeons company were too many for God to deliver by;
Reason 2. The grounds of this truth Are such as these. 1 In respect of God that the sole praise of the deliverance may be his, Gedeons company were too many for God to deliver by;
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when yee see these fulfilled, then lift up your heads for , &c. a strange way of comforting, but 'tis God way. Is Ireland gone; Do the States look on; does not Scotland help;
when ye see these fulfilled, then lift up your Heads for, etc. a strange Way of comforting, but it's God Way. Is Ireland gone; Do the States look on; does not Scotland help;
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David was not delivered till he was in his own sence cut off from the sight of Gods eyes , Jonah not till he was cast into the Sea, came into the belly of the Whale,
David was not Delivered till he was in his own sense Cut off from the sighed of God's eyes, Jonah not till he was cast into the Sea, Come into the belly of the Whale,
yea this Kingdom not till helplesse, and hopelesse, and this Parliament never so much advanced, as since there was but half an hour betwixt it's ruine and it.
yea this Kingdom not till helpless, and hopeless, and this Parliament never so much advanced, as since there was but half an hour betwixt it's ruin and it.
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God hath upon accompt every penny, every Journey, every tear. 2. To the Church for this losse of our estates and lives, are part of that extremity, that the Church must come unto,
God hath upon account every penny, every Journey, every tear. 2. To the Church for this loss of our estates and lives, Are part of that extremity, that the Church must come unto,
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This man, Where two Questions, First, What is meant by this man? Answ. The second verse of this Chapter compared with Matth. 2. 6. clears it to be Christ, as the Jewish Writers themselves confesse, Herod asking where Christ should be born, the Scribes answer him at Bethleem, quoting this place of our Prophets.
This man, Where two Questions, First, What is meant by this man? Answer The second verse of this Chapter compared with Matthew 2. 6. clears it to be christ, as the Jewish Writers themselves confess, Herod asking where christ should be born, the Scribes answer him At Bethlehem, quoting this place of our prophets.
2. Question, Why is he here proposed as a consolation against this calamity of the Assyrian. Answ. 1. To signifie that Christ was he in all ages, that was the Captain of salvation to his Church,
2. Question, Why is he Here proposed as a consolation against this calamity of the assyrian. Answer 1. To signify that christ was he in all ages, that was the Captain of salvation to his Church,
Christ himself it is, in whom the Church rests satisfied in the want of all things, according to that of the Lord to Abraham, I am thy exceeding great reward ;
christ himself it is, in whom the Church rests satisfied in the want of all things, according to that of the Lord to Abraham, I am thy exceeding great reward;
First, I say, The onely work. In regard of eminency, This is the one thing absolutely necessary , all other in comparison of this we may call with the Apostle, dung and drosse , idlenesse,
First, I say, The only work. In regard of eminency, This is the one thing absolutely necessary, all other in comparison of this we may call with the Apostle, dung and dross, idleness,
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but he must be bid to go up higher, till he come to his own place, that is, to the head of the Table both in Parliament and Convocation-House, i. e. the Church and State:
but he must be bid to go up higher, till he come to his own place, that is, to the head of the Table both in Parliament and Convocation-House, i. e. the Church and State:
3. I say, advance Christ, signanter, not Religion onely, for Turks, Jews, Papists, Schismatiques properly so called (which rent themselves from Christ his Ordinances or People;
3. I say, advance christ, signanter, not Religion only, for Turks, jews, Papists, Schismatics properly so called (which rend themselves from christ his Ordinances or People;
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1. That the onely work of the Peace-makers in a Kingdom is to set up Christ, appears in the Text, which in this great calamity by the Assyrians, proposes no other means in the first place, but this:
1. That the only work of the Peacemakers in a Kingdom is to Set up christ, appears in the Text, which in this great calamity by the Assyrians, proposes no other means in the First place, but this:
Now Hezekiah having restored this, builds his confidence of deliverance on it, as including Christ that Ro•k against which the gates of hell could not prevail:
Now Hezekiah having restored this, builds his confidence of deliverance on it, as including christ that Ro•k against which the gates of hell could not prevail:
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How doth the Prophet remove this shaking fit? Why chiesly by proposing Christ, as the assurance of deliverance, cause the Scepter was not utterly to depart from Judah (howsoever it did from Israel) till Shiloh came:
How does the Prophet remove this shaking fit? Why chiefly by proposing christ, as the assurance of deliverance, cause the Sceptre was not utterly to depart from Judah (howsoever it did from Israel) till Shiloh Come:
but because 'twas very unlikely so small a handfull should be able to withstand two so potent Adversaries, he proposes it in as unlikely an expression;
but Because 'twas very unlikely so small a handful should be able to withstand two so potent Adversaries, he proposes it in as unlikely an expression;
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and that there should no more come up upon it the fear of Briars and Thorns, i. e. Christ notwithstanding this affliction should bring them great prosperity and security:
and that there should no more come up upon it the Fear of Briers and Thorns, i. e. christ notwithstanding this affliction should bring them great Prosperity and security:
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So also in the next Chapter having threatned the coming of this enemy, Now therefore the Lord shall bring upon them the waters of the river, strong and many,
So also in the next Chapter having threatened the coming of this enemy, Now Therefore the Lord shall bring upon them the waters of the river, strong and many,
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even the King of Assyria, and he shall passe thorow Judah, and reach even unto the neck (Hierusalem) and the stretching out of his wings shall fill thy Land, O Emanuel;
even the King of Assyria, and he shall pass thorough Judah, and reach even unto the neck (Jerusalem) and the stretching out of his wings shall fill thy Land, Oh Emmanuel;
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and therefore now, O ye Kings, kisse him, lest ye perish from the way . This work is called Gods Kingdom because 'tis his whole businesse, as Kings in theirs;
and Therefore now, Oh you Kings, kiss him, lest you perish from the Way. This work is called God's Kingdom Because it's his Whole business, as Kings in theirs;
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And Maximinus, that he might enjoy a continued Peace, interdicts the profession of Christianity, and there follows a War with his own Subjects, wherein he alwayes went by the worse .
And Maximinus, that he might enjoy a continued Peace, interdicts the profession of Christianity, and there follows a War with his own Subject's, wherein he always went by the Worse.
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1. The Leviathans that make these waters boyl, as Job speaks , great persons that move the multitude, as the Pharisees the people; now Christ governs these;
1. The Leviathans that make these waters boil, as Job speaks, great Persons that move the multitude, as the Pharisees the people; now christ governs these;
so he over awed those of Nazareth, when they brought him to the brow of the Hill, to cast him down, he passeth through the midst of them, and goes his way ;
so he over awed those of Nazareth, when they brought him to the brow of the Hill, to cast him down, he passes through the midst of them, and Goes his Way;
Now the property of oyntment is to asswage heats, and allay tumors, the oyl of joy, he gives for the spirit of sadnesse, he makes the Wolf to dwell with the Lamb, the Leopard with the Kid, the Calf with the Lion,
Now the property of ointment is to assuage heats, and allay tumors, the oil of joy, he gives for the Spirit of sadness, he makes the Wolf to dwell with the Lamb, the Leopard with the Kid, the Calf with the lion,
Christ cast amongst men, is like the carkasse amongst the Eagles, that were before fighting for a Worm, they forsake their contention, and both feed on it ;
christ cast among men, is like the carcase among the Eagles, that were before fighting for a Worm, they forsake their contention, and both feed on it;
Tis the cause of Gods warres with men, as appears in the second Psalm. Yet have I set my my King, saith God, upon my holy hill of Zion: the Kings of the earth thereupon rise up,
This the cause of God's wars with men, as appears in the second Psalm. Yet have I Set my my King, Says God, upon my holy hill of Zion: the Kings of the earth thereupon rise up,
as some conceive , (not without probability, the Kingdom being now in vassalage to the Assyrian, who as it seems had much influence upon Religion there,) in that Hezekiah had made a Reformation,
as Some conceive, (not without probability, the Kingdom being now in vassalage to the assyrian, who as it seems had much influence upon Religion there,) in that Hezekiah had made a Reformation,
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and restored Christ in the legall worship, against the minde of his Lord the Assyrian. This was the originall of the uproar at Athens, whether Christ or Diana should raign in Ephesus .
and restored christ in the Legal worship, against the mind of his Lord the assyrian. This was the original of the uproar At Athens, whither christ or Diana should Reign in Ephesus.
It cannot be peace, for the Prince of it is excluded by them; In Doctrine by Commandments of men; in worship by devised Ceremonies; in Discipline by usurped Offices.
It cannot be peace, for the Prince of it is excluded by them; In Doctrine by commandments of men; in worship by devised Ceremonies; in Discipline by usurped Offices.
even out of the Bethleem, as it is in our context, of the Palatinate, and Germany, of Ireland, and the wasted Countries of England, there will rise up in due season seven Shepheards, that shall yet bring peace unto the people;
even out of the Bethlehem, as it is in our context, of the Palatinate, and Germany, of Ireland, and the wasted Countries of England, there will rise up in due season seven Shepherds, that shall yet bring peace unto the people;
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and the children which are yet unborn shall say, This is the Parliament, this the King (for so we pray) These the Lords and Commons, who were the restorers of the Churches breach,
and the children which Are yet unborn shall say, This is the Parliament, this the King (for so we pray) These the lords and Commons, who were the restorers of the Churches breach,
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and besides we have, 1. The faithfulnesse of a depositary, I know whom I have beleeved . 2. The credit of an undertaker, Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose minde is staid on thee, because he trusteth in thee .
and beside we have, 1. The faithfulness of a depositary, I know whom I have believed. 2. The credit of an undertaker, Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee, Because he Trusteth in thee.
And if it be objected, That this is done already, the answer is; That Christ indeed hath had goodly Lodgings, honourable entertainment, much command in this house;
And if it be objected, That this is done already, the answer is; That christ indeed hath had goodly Lodgings, honourable entertainment, much command in this house;
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We must bewail as the Apostle intimates, with indignation, zeal, revenge, and weeping, fasting, and mourning with the Ninivites, Jews, Magdalen, and the Corinthians; the superstition, covetousnesse, uncleannesse,
We must bewail as the Apostle intimates, with Indignation, zeal, revenge, and weeping, fasting, and mourning with the Ninevites, jews, Magdalen, and the Corinthians; the Superstition, covetousness, uncleanness,
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The people of God, when they were to be received again to favour, and returned to their own Land, we read of three severall solemn humiliations undertaken for them,
The people of God, when they were to be received again to favour, and returned to their own Land, we read of three several solemn humiliations undertaken for them,
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or as H•zekiah then, make a solemn Covenant; for that is implyed in his Reformation: This in all publike calamities hath been the practise of the Church.
or as H•zekiah then, make a solemn Covenant; for that is employed in his Reformation: This in all public calamities hath been the practice of the Church.
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The like we have in Ezra, upon the fear of the breaking out of Gods speciall indignation, upon occasion of taking strange wives, they slie to this refuge;
The like we have in Ezra, upon the Fear of the breaking out of God's special Indignation, upon occasion of taking strange wives, they sly to this refuge;
a speciall one, that might humble for the breach, and binde more strictly to the observation of it, doth seem almost as needfull as the former. 2. The Protestation is made but before God, not to him; neither is there any confession for sin past;
a special one, that might humble for the breach, and bind more strictly to the observation of it, does seem almost as needful as the former. 2. The Protestation is made but before God, not to him; neither is there any Confessi for since past;
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but necessary) which might contain such particulars as the wisdom of the Honourable Assembly of Parliament, by the advice of the godly Ministry, shall judge fit;
but necessary) which might contain such particulars as the Wisdom of the Honourable Assembly of Parliament, by the Advice of the godly Ministry, shall judge fit;
Dumb Ministry, Pluralities, non-residency, Impropriations, favouring of Papists, hereticall and (truely) Schismaticall Opinions, unlawfull Offices in the Church, Oppressions in the Common-Wealth, by Patents, and such like;
Dumb Ministry, Pluralities, Non-residency, Impropriations, favouring of Papists, heretical and (truly) Schismatical Opinions, unlawful Offices in the Church, Oppressions in the commonwealth, by Patents, and such like;
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profanesse in conversation, as intemperance, uncleannesse, Worldly mindednesse, &c. Such a Covenant, because it hath reference to the publike no man may take the office publikely to impose;
profaneness in Conversation, as intemperance, uncleanness, Worldly Mindedness, etc. Such a Covenant, Because it hath Referente to the public no man may take the office publicly to impose;
because there hath been no particular, formall, and Nationall humiliation enjoyned for them. 2. Sin will be much restrayned, mens hearts will tremble,
Because there hath been no particular, formal, and National humiliation enjoined for them. 2. since will be much restrained, men's hearts will tremble,
and their faces blush to commit those sins which before God and man they have renounced. 3. The Covenant of Grace it self, whereof such as this are but branches, would be better thought on,
and their faces blush to commit those Sins which before God and man they have renounced. 3. The Covenant of Grace it self, whereof such as this Are but branches, would be better Thought on,
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whereof this, in such exigencies as these (as was shewed before) is a speciall part. 8. It will be a great prevention of totall separation from this Church, whose main Argument is, That we are Christians at large,
whereof this, in such exigencies as these (as was showed before) is a special part. 8. It will be a great prevention of total separation from this Church, whose main Argument is, That we Are Christians At large,
but come to no particulars, which they conceive essentially necessary. Hence, 9. Lastly, The godly Ministry would be better enabled to discern and repell Communicants;
but come to no particulars, which they conceive essentially necessary. Hence, 9. Lastly, The godly Ministry would be better enabled to discern and repel Communicants;
and of this we have proof in the Churches of Scotland, and Geneva; yea, in the example mentioned above in the time of Asa, upon the main Covenant they made another, That whosoever Would not seek the Lord,
and of this we have proof in the Churches of Scotland, and Geneva; yea, in the Exampl mentioned above in the time of Asa, upon the main Covenant they made Another, That whosoever Would not seek the Lord,
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And here might I take leave, I should present a Table, not of direction, but remembrance, in many severalls of our humble wishes in this particular, much of which,
And Here might I take leave, I should present a Table, not of direction, but remembrance, in many severals of our humble wishes in this particular, much of which,
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some spheres are too large for the Agent; too great Congregations are more for the Priests, then the Ministers or Peoples benefit. Tis true here; We must divide if rule.
Some spheres Are too large for the Agent; too great Congregations Are more for the Priests, then the Ministers or Peoples benefit. This true Here; We must divide if Rule.
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Once indeed, and in one place upon a speciall scandall, The Apostle Labours working with his own hands, but else where, he saith, That God hath ordained, that those that preach the Gospel,
Once indeed, and in one place upon a special scandal, The Apostle Labours working with his own hands, but Else where, he Says, That God hath ordained, that those that preach the Gospel,
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according to the story of the Abbot, that reproved the young Fryer for reading the Testament, bidding him first acquaint himself with the rule of Saint Francis; here if any where, that of Solomon holds:
according to the story of the Abbot, that reproved the young Fryer for reading the Testament, bidding him First acquaint himself with the Rule of Saint Francis; Here if any where, that of Solomon holds:
in other faculties, yea, and common trades, besides generall abilities, men take speciall information: in divinity theirs much more need, because the consequence is farre more dangerous:
in other faculties, yea, and Common trades, beside general abilities, men take special information: in divinity theirs much more need, Because the consequence is Far more dangerous:
when the Inceptors in this faculty shall be instituted by the vcterani, and experienced souldiers of Christ in his warfare, not onely for 1. the knowing part of divinity,
when the Inceptors in this faculty shall be instituted by the vcterani, and experienced Soldiers of christ in his warfare, not only for 1. the knowing part of divinity,
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and fall into the snare of the evill speaker , As we have the Apostle largely Catechizing Timothy in these particulars. 2. Suffer onely such to be put to Christ,
and fallen into the snare of the evil speaker, As we have the Apostle largely Catechizing Timothy in these particulars. 2. Suffer only such to be put to christ,
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a fuller C•techisme, for instructing youth, and an in offensive directory, drawn out of Scripture for Preaching, Sacraments, and prayer. 1. For Doctrine, we read of a form of sound words .
a fuller C•techisme, for instructing youth, and an in offensive directory, drawn out of Scripture for Preaching, Sacraments, and prayer. 1. For Doctrine, we read of a from of found words.
And 2. for worship, we have Paul directing Timothy how to behave himself in the Church of God . 4. Free them from other imployments, that they may not be intangled with the affairs, or cares of this life.
And 2. for worship, we have Paul directing Timothy how to behave himself in the Church of God. 4. Free them from other employments, that they may not be entangled with the affairs, or Cares of this life.
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but that they may d•dicate themselves wholly to the Lord, and the Ministry of the Saints . 5. Binde them to give a constant reckoning of their industry. The children of this world;
but that they may d•dicate themselves wholly to the Lord, and the Ministry of the Saints. 5. Bind them to give a constant reckoning of their industry. The children of this world;
this being done but by the Kings command alone. 2. Some things the Aspect of the Starres then in their Zenith inclined the Agents to, perhaps besides their naturall motion.
this being done but by the Kings command alone. 2. some things the Aspect of the Stars then in their Zenith inclined the Agents to, perhaps beside their natural motion.
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The signes then of greatest influence were. 1. Absolute Severaignty. 2. Divine authority of Episcopacy. 3. Necessity of Ceremony. 4 To which may be added some unsound opinions then lu•king in Church in favour of the first;
The Signs then of greatest influence were. 1. Absolute Severaignty. 2. Divine Authority of Episcopacy. 3. Necessity of Ceremony. 4 To which may be added Some unsound opinions then lu•king in Church in favour of the First;
as to other translations, so to the signification of the word , as themselves render it elsewhere , is translated Supreams; though in a right interpretation we deny not that he is so;
as to other Translations, so to the signification of the word, as themselves render it elsewhere, is translated Supremes; though in a right Interpretation we deny not that he is so;
but seeing the Apostle useth a word which expresseth it rather in the Comparative, then the Superlative, it seems it might as well have stood here as in the former place, or else both rendred alike.
but seeing the Apostle uses a word which Expresses it rather in the Comparative, then the Superlative, it seems it might as well have stood Here as in the former place, or Else both rendered alike.
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In favour of the second, doublesse it was, That the word in Pauls discourse to the Elders of Ephesus , is rendred Oversecrs, which every where else they have translated Bishops. And it seems a plain fraud to translate that word Bishops, without an exposition, seeing they were onely Ministers of Congregations.
In favour of the second, Doublesse it was, That the word in Paul's discourse to the Elders of Ephesus, is rendered Oversecrs, which every where Else they have translated Bishops. And it seems a plain fraud to translate that word Bishops, without an exposition, seeing they were only Ministers of Congregations.
But specially their birth in this kinde lost some of its beauty, by those stopfathers of the Church, who besides the prohibiting of the addition of notes (which they were willing,
But specially their birth in this kind lost Some of its beauty, by those stopfathers of the Church, who beside the prohibiting of the addition of notes (which they were willing,
Answ. 1. If it be duety, that plea is weak. 2. If once throughly done, it will be for a continuance. 3. The profit will be beyond what the cost will come unto.
Answer 1. If it be duty, that plea is weak. 2. If once thoroughly done, it will be for a Continuance. 3. The profit will be beyond what the cost will come unto.
The one whereof is now in hind, which it is to be wished might have passed the publike censure (for the more authority) of the Assembly of Divines designed by you,
The one whereof is now in hind, which it is to be wished might have passed the public censure (for the more Authority) of the Assembly of Divines designed by you,
3. Make our contract of the Scripture, the 39 Articles more clear where doubtfull, more compleat where defective, more contracted where superfluous, as Article 36, touching the consecration of Bishops;
3. Make our contract of the Scripture, the 39 Articles more clear where doubtful, more complete where defective, more contracted where superfluous, as Article 36, touching the consecration of Bishops;
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Nor yet be doubtfull what the Church of England, explicately holds in all the main parts of Religion, both for doctrine and practise; nor let the fruitfull Womb be any longer dry breasted;
Nor yet be doubtful what the Church of England, explicately holds in all the main parts of Religion, both for Doctrine and practise; nor let the fruitful Womb be any longer dry breasted;
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2. Unveil Christ in point of worship. 1. In preaching, that the affected, nice, speculative, philosophicall and too much controversall manner of Preaching, be by your Authority,
2. Unveil christ in point of worship. 1. In preaching, that the affected, Nicaenae, speculative, philosophical and too much controversal manner of Preaching, be by your authority,
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as it was by King James of glorious memory, damn'd and discountenanced. That in this service men may know chiesty, if not onely, Christ, and him crucified ,
as it was by King James of glorious memory, damned and discountenanced. That in this service men may know chiesty, if not only, christ, and him Crucified,
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that Heathens may see in Christians, Papists in Protestants, Formalists in Professors, Christ living, cating, drinking, trading, pleading, fighting, that they may not seek,
that heathens may see in Christians, Papists in Protestants, Formalists in Professors, christ living, cating, drinking, trading, pleading, fighting, that they may not seek,
5. Lastly, Set him over the Kingdom as Nebuchadnezzar did Daniel. Lay the Key upon his shoulder, unto whom the Government belongs; Let him be acknowledged not as an honourable guest,
5. Lastly, Set him over the Kingdom as Nebuchadnezzar did daniel. Lay the Key upon his shoulder, unto whom the Government belongs; Let him be acknowledged not as an honourable guest,
First then set him over the State in casting the whole body of the Law, with reference to this end the advancing of Christ, That the civill controversies may be subordinate to the spirituall Peace.
First then Set him over the State in casting the Whole body of the Law, with Referente to this end the advancing of christ, That the civil controversies may be subordinate to the spiritual Peace.
not but that other knowledge is necessary, but so, That the handmaid be not so long served, that there be not sufficient for attendance upon the Mistresse.
not but that other knowledge is necessary, but so, That the handmaid be not so long served, that there be not sufficient for attendance upon the Mistress.
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and Universities almost ripe, are there blasted in the green fruit, because this sonne of righteousnessc shines so obliqucly either in teaching, or discipline:
and Universities almost ripe, Are there blasted in the green fruit, Because this son of righteousnessc shines so obliqucly either in teaching, or discipline:
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The raising up of the seven Shepheards that should wast the Land of Assyrian with the sword, (in the Text.) It was by authority of Christ, and his Church; for so it follows, after the mention of them; Tis added thus;
The raising up of the seven Shepherds that should wast the Land of assyrian with the sword, (in the Text.) It was by Authority of christ, and his Church; for so it follows, After the mention of them; This added thus;
Peace with, or prevalency over forraign Nations, whereas now, it may be feared, they are in preparations of warre against us, and that upon great advantage.
Peace with, or prevalency over foreign nations, whereas now, it may be feared, they Are in preparations of war against us, and that upon great advantage.
It was Abijahs encouragement unto victory, and peace by it, against Jeroboam; That the Kingdom, Church, and worship of God was in that frame that God had set it .
It was Abijahs encouragement unto victory, and peace by it, against Jeroboam; That the Kingdom, Church, and worship of God was in that frame that God had Set it.
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If it be objected that this Christening, as it were, the whole body of the Church and State in an universall dedication of it unto him, is not feasible; We answer:
If it be objected that this Christening, as it were, the Whole body of the Church and State in an universal dedication of it unto him, is not feasible; We answer:
Shall these be the strong men, and Christ the weak? Sure we are, that Gods own people had their Common-wealth squared according to the Church; and the Government of the Prince regulated by the precept of God; as at large is set down by Moses in the Law, touching the King . Howsoever;
Shall these be the strong men, and christ the weak? Sure we Are, that God's own people had their Commonwealth squared according to the Church; and the Government of the Prince regulated by the precept of God; as At large is Set down by Moses in the Law, touching the King. Howsoever;
a more tollerable for Sodome and Gomorrah, then for this nation, hanging over them. Shake off the dust of your feet, it shall be a testimony against them.
a more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrah, then for this Nation, hanging over them. Shake off the dust of your feet, it shall be a testimony against them.
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tis Christ that hath bent the heart of so many ( for to him is all power committed Matt. 28.18. over the hearts of men ) to commit their lives, posterities, and estates, yea souls to your faithfulnesse, wisedom and courage.
this christ that hath bent the heart of so many (for to him is all power committed Matt. 28.18. over the hearts of men) to commit their lives, Posterities, and estates, yea Souls to your faithfulness, Wisdom and courage.
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3. Christ hath advanced you, to be fellow souldiers with himself, in joyning the sword of the Law, with that of the word; to the slaying of the man of sinne, and casting down his strong holds: to purge his own house; set up his Lamps;
3. christ hath advanced you, to be fellow Soldiers with himself, in joining the sword of the Law, with that of the word; to the slaying of the man of sin, and casting down his strong holds: to purge his own house; Set up his Lamps;
hath taught your heads to Councells of peace, your hands to actions of warre, and hath given you many glorious victories in the day of battell. (Though sometimes the people of God have sled before the men of Ai, because perhaps there hath been an Athan in the camp, or an Achitophell in the Councell, or an evill and unbeleeving heart to depart from the living God, not putting our trust in his help.) Now then for a recompence, be ye also enlarged;
hath taught your Heads to Counsels of peace, your hands to actions of war, and hath given you many glorious victories in the day of battle. (Though sometime the people of God have sled before the men of Ai, Because perhaps there hath been an Athan in the camp, or an Achitophel in the Council, or an evil and unbelieving heart to depart from the living God, not putting our trust in his help.) Now then for a recompense, be you also enlarged;
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referring therefore the Text to Hezekiahs time, as was noted before, for then only they were, according to the letter, delivered from the Assyrian. And our Prophet was in Hezekiahs time .
referring Therefore the Text to Hezekiah's time, as was noted before, for then only they were, according to the Letter, Delivered from the assyrian. And our Prophet was in Hezekiah's time.
and that was the securing of themselves in the time of Ahaz , Father to Hezekiah, against Rezin and Pekah Kings of Syria and Israel. To which end Ahaz offers to Tiglath-Pilnezer, King of Assyria, his service;
and that was the securing of themselves in the time of Ahaz, Father to Hezekiah, against Rezin and Pekah Kings of Syria and Israel. To which end Ahaz offers to Tiglath-Pilnezer, King of Assyria, his service;
Judging, that as they were free frō the obligation of doing; so much more ( being a state ) from the necessity of suffering; unlesse God had given speciall command for it, as he did afterward to Zedekiah .
Judging, that as they were free from the obligation of doing; so much more (being a state) from the necessity of suffering; unless God had given special command for it, as he did afterwards to Zedekiah.
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2. It might be proved from the lesse, to the greater, the examples of particular men, against the violence of their Princes, in Scripture: as of David : the people rescuing Jonathan : Elisha :
2. It might be proved from the less, to the greater, the Examples of particular men, against the violence of their Princes, in Scripture: as of David: the people rescuing Johnathan: Elisha:
3. From the practise of the Church downward, as the Macchabees ; the Christians, as soon as they had Laws, as under Maximinus , and Valentinian ; the reformed Churches :
3. From the practice of the Church downward, as the Maccabees; the Christians, as soon as they had Laws, as under Maximinus, and Valentinian; the reformed Churches:
as Queen Elizabeth , King James , and His present Majesty, in His expedition to Rochell: but this Argument being fully handled by others, we here passe it.
as Queen Elizabeth, King James, and His present Majesty, in His expedition to Rochelle: but this Argument being Fully handled by Others, we Here pass it.
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5. Observ. That When such an adversary as was the Assyrian, shall invade such a Nation as was this of Judah at that time, Christ will then be peace to such a people. To cleare this:
5. Observation That When such an adversary as was the assyrian, shall invade such a nation as was this of Judah At that time, christ will then be peace to such a people. To clear this:
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consider 1. what kinde of adversary the Assyrian was. 2. Who the people of Judah were. 1. The Assyrian was of Cham the accursed seed . 2. A proud insolent enemy, full of scorn and contempt of the people of God . 3. Full of blasphemy against God . 4. Pretending Gods authority for what he did . 5. Pressing the consciences of Gods people, with the most horrid crimes that might be against God and man;
Consider 1. what kind of adversary the assyrian was. 2. Who the people of Judah were. 1. The assyrian was of Cham the accursed seed. 2. A proud insolent enemy, full of scorn and contempt of the people of God. 3. Full of blasphemy against God. 4. Pretending God's Authority for what he did. 5. Pressing the Consciences of God's people, with the most horrid crimes that might be against God and man;
against man, rebellion . 6. A cruell adversary, as was shewed before . 7. An unreasonable enemy, that nothing would satisfie but religion, bodies and estates .
against man, rebellion. 6. A cruel adversary, as was showed before. 7. an unreasonable enemy, that nothing would satisfy but Religion, bodies and estates.
for having accepted of Hezekiahs satisfaction, he yet returns with his Army . 9, A seditious adversary, appeals to the people . 10. A flattering and fair promising Adversary ;
for having accepted of Hezekiah's satisfaction, he yet returns with his Army. 9, A seditious adversary, appeals to the people. 10. A flattering and fair promising Adversary;
but ayming at ruine of Law, Religion, Liberty, Estates . 11. A slanderous adversary, against those that stood for the publike good, calling them deceivers,
but aiming At ruin of Law, Religion, Liberty, Estates. 11. A slanderous adversary, against those that stood for the public good, calling them deceivers,
and imposters . 2. The people of Judah were, 1. The people of God, who had Christ among them in the legall worship. 2. At this time, an humbling and reforming people;
and imposters. 2. The people of Judah were, 1. The people of God, who had christ among them in the Legal worship. 2. At this time, an humbling and reforming people;
Further proof of this by testimony of Scripture we shall omit, and onely hint to the reasons which may be: 1. Gods honour is engaged, both in respect of his people;
Further proof of this by testimony of Scripture we shall omit, and only hint to the Reasons which may be: 1. God's honour is engaged, both in respect of his people;
I Wrought for my names sake, that it should not be polluted among the heathen, in whose sight I had Ezek, 20 9.14 22. brought thee out, three times repeated in that Chapter. 2. In respect of the enemy;
I Wrought for my names sake, that it should not be polluted among the heathen, in whose sighed I had Ezekiel, 20 9.14 22. brought thee out, three times repeated in that Chapter. 2. In respect of the enemy;
Let not us be as the old Israelites, whom God was forced to consume before hand, that they might not see the good he would do for his people . This do, therefore, and live:
Let not us be as the old Israelites, whom God was forced to consume before hand, that they might not see the good he would do for his people. This do, Therefore, and live:
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Prolege Man••a Non, •lum aa•en•us ••als sed et•am met••••, •aafer• c•l•••••tem, nam •ec•• el•nguuntur, ag••cul ura ae•er•u, •e •a•or•••nav•ga••• con•u••, c•t.
Pro lege Man••a Non, •lum aa•en•us ••als sed et•am met••••, •aafer• c•l•••••tem, nam •ec•• el•nguuntur, ag••cul ura ae•er•u, •e •a•or•••nav•ga••• con•u••, c•t
Evidenced from the same occasion that was in our Prophet vis. sinne showne to be parallell with theirs in its, 1 Vari•y. 1 Against the whole law. 1 None.
Evidenced from the same occasion that was in our Prophet vis. sin shown to be parallel with theirs in its, 1 Vari•y. 1 Against the Whole law. 1 None.
I am enim & in ecclesi•s ist t q•aeruntur, on•• saque Arostillcorum simplicitate & p••••tale verborum, quasi ad Athenaeum Convenitur, ut oratio Rlxtoric• art is fucata •x•datio, quasiquae. dam m•rit•icul• procedat in publicum: ••ntam traditura populos, quim sav•rem populi quesitura. Hi•o• prooae; n'o• lib. 3 Com. in Galat
I am enim & in ecclesi•s ist tO q•aeruntur, on•• saque Arostillcorum Simplicity & p••••tale verborum, quasi ad Athenaeum Convenitur, ut oratio Rlxtoric• art is fucata •x•datio, quasiquae. dam m•rit•icul• procedat in publicum: ••ntam traditura populos, quim sav•rem People quesitura. Hi•o• prooae; n'o• lib. 3 Come in Galatians
ad Gelat. comment. plus quam 15. anni sunt, ex quo in manus meas, nunquam Tullius, nunquim Maro, nunquim Gentilium literorum quibet author ascendit. Though this be not exactly to be imitated, yet is there great use to be made of it.
ad Gelat. comment. plus quam 15. anni sunt, ex quo in manus meas, Never Tullius, nunquim Maro, nunquim Gentilium literorum quibet author ascendit. Though this be not exactly to be imitated, yet is there great use to be made of it.
Qui Doctrinam Christi adversam dicunt Reip. dent exercitum talem, quales doctrina Christi esse mibiles jussit, dent tales Provinciales, tales Maritos, tales Conjuges, tales Parentes, tales Filios, tales Dominos, tales Servos, tales Reges, tales Indices, tales denique debitorum redditores & exactores ipsius sisci, quales esse praecipit doctrina Christiana: & audeant eam dicore adversam esse Reipublicae. Aug. ad Marcell. epist. 5.
Qui Doctrinam Christ adversam dicunt Reip dent exercitum talem, quales Doctrina Christ esse mibiles Jussit, dent tales Provinciales, tales Maritos, tales Conjuges, tales Parents, tales Sons, tales Dominos, tales Servos, tales Reges, tales Indices, tales denique debitorum redditores & Exactors Himself sisci, quales esse praecipit Doctrina Christian: & audeant eam dicore adversam esse Reipublicae. Aug. and Marcellus. Epistle. 5.
