A sermon against the anti-Scripturists also another concerning the sinfulness, danger, and remedies of infidelity, preached at White-Hall / by Seth Lord Bishop of Sarum.
IN the verse preceding, it is said concerning the Scriptures of the Old Testament, that they are able to make a man wise unto salvation, NONLATINALPHABET (by the faith which is in Jesus Christ):
IN the verse preceding, it is said Concerning the Scriptures of the Old Testament, that they Are able to make a man wise unto salvation, (by the faith which is in jesus christ):
And it follows immediately, All Scripture, &c. NONLATINALPHABET (the Faith) is often by a Metonymy taken for the Gospel, which is the Object of the Faith of Christians.
And it follows immediately, All Scripture, etc. (the Faith) is often by a Metonymy taken for the Gospel, which is the Object of the Faith of Christians.
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of the Analogie of Faith, the common Faith which was once delivered to the Saints (in the preaching of Christ, and the Writings of his Evangelists and Apostles ) and so I conceive it is to be taken in this place.
of the Analogy of Faith, the Common Faith which was once Delivered to the Saints (in the preaching of christ, and the Writings of his Evangelists and Apostles) and so I conceive it is to be taken in this place.
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So that the meaning of the whole is this, The Old Testament understood and expounded according to the Analogy of the New, is able to make a man wise. And the Pen-men of the Canonical Books of the Old Testament (wherein Timothy had been instructed NONLATINALPHABET) and of the Books of the New Testament (which except those of S. John were extant before the writing of this Epistle) were inspired and directed by the Spirit of God.
So that the meaning of the Whole is this, The Old Testament understood and expounded according to the Analogy of the New, is able to make a man wise. And the Penmen of the Canonical Books of the Old Testament (wherein Timothy had been instructed) and of the Books of the New Testament (which except those of S. John were extant before the writing of this Epistle) were inspired and directed by the Spirit of God.
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and my endeavour shall be at this time to prove the truth of that Proposition. Wherein, that I may proceed with all plainness and clearness, I shall premise two words by way of Petition, Precaution.
and my endeavour shall be At this time to prove the truth of that Proposition. Wherein, that I may proceed with all plainness and clearness, I shall premise two words by Way of Petition, Precaution.
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1. The great principle of the power of God, and his providence in governing the world. 2. That our Body of Canonical Books of the Old Testament, is the same with that which was in Ʋse in the time of Christ and his Apostles, And our body of the New Testament the same which was anciently received in the Church.
1. The great principle of the power of God, and his providence in governing the world. 2. That our Body of Canonical Books of the Old Testament, is the same with that which was in Ʋse in the time of christ and his Apostles, And our body of the New Testament the same which was anciently received in the Church.
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So that what shall be proved of those, is applicable to the Original Scripture used in our time. 3. That those Books of New Testament whose Authors were not anciently questioned, were Written by those Authors whose Name they bear.
So that what shall be proved of those, is applicable to the Original Scripture used in our time. 3. That those Books of New Testament whose Authors were not anciently questioned, were Written by those Authors whose Name they bear.
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And that those few others which were sometimes questioned by some particular Churches, and afterward Ʋniversally received, contain in them no one point of Faith or Manners dissentient from the Contents of those Books which were never questioned.
And that those few Others which were sometime questioned by Some particular Churches, and afterwards Ʋniversally received, contain in them no one point of Faith or Manners dissentient from the Contents of those Books which were never questioned.
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2. By way of Precaution and Admonition I must intreat you to take notice, that I shall not now meddle with the Controversies concerning Apocrypha, Translations, Keri and Chetib, Hebrew points, various Lections, dubious Authors or parts of Scripture.
2. By Way of Precaution and Admonition I must entreat you to take notice, that I shall not now meddle with the Controversies Concerning Apocrypha, Translations, Keri and Chetib, Hebrew points, various Lections, dubious Authors or parts of Scripture.
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But my endeavour at this time shall be to Assert the Divine Authority of the body and substance of the Original Books of the Canon of the Old and New Testament:
But my endeavour At this time shall be to Assert the Divine authority of the body and substance of the Original Books of the Canon of the Old and New Testament:
And this not in the way of common place, but in a particular Examination or Refutation of the most dangerous Opinions of the Anti-scripturists, which are these. I.
And this not in the Way of Common place, but in a particular Examination or Refutation of the most dangerous Opinions of the Antiscripturists, which Are these. I.
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Of such as pretend to believe matters of fact to have been truly related in the New Testament, but do not believe the truth of the Doctrinal parts relating to Faith and Manners.
Of such as pretend to believe matters of fact to have been truly related in the New Testament, but do not believe the truth of the Doctrinal parts relating to Faith and Manners.
I. The first Opinion is of those, who pretending to believe the Truth of the New Testament, deny the Divine Authority of the Old Testament. The Severians, and the Manichees, Basilides, and Carpocrates of old:
I. The First Opinion is of those, who pretending to believe the Truth of the New Testament, deny the Divine authority of the Old Testament. The Severians, and the manichees, Basilides, and Carpocrates of old:
1. Next to the Redemption of the world, the great business which Christ had to do upon Earth, was to Convince men that he was the Messias, and so to assert his Legislative Authority. And the great Argument which he used for the conviction of the world was this.
1. Next to the Redemption of the world, the great business which christ had to do upon Earth, was to Convince men that he was the Messias, and so to assert his Legislative authority. And the great Argument which he used for the conviction of the world was this.
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All the Marks and the entire Character of the Messiah, and of his Actions and Passions, were prefigured and foretold by the Law and the Prophets, and the Psalms, i. e.
All the Marks and the entire Character of the Messiah, and of his Actions and Passion, were prefigured and foretold by the Law and the prophets, and the Psalms, i. e.
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So that though the great Works of Christ, and the purity and excellency of his Doctrine, and of his Life were of themselves sufficient to justifie the Introduction of his Law into the World,
So that though the great Works of christ, and the purity and excellency of his Doctrine, and of his Life were of themselves sufficient to justify the Introduction of his Law into the World,
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And therefore we find him still pressing the Jews with this, that if they did believe the Writings of Moses, and their other Scriptures, they must of necessity believe him also.
And Therefore we find him still pressing the jews with this, that if they did believe the Writings of Moses, and their other Scriptures, they must of necessity believe him also.
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Moses wrote of me (saith he) wherefore, did ye believe Moses, ye would believe me. The Scriptures testifie of me, therefore search them diligently, NONLATINALPHABET.
Moses wrote of me (Says he) Wherefore, did you believe Moses, you would believe me. The Scriptures testify of me, Therefore search them diligently,.
For the attaining of everlasting life he refers the Lawyer to the Law, What is written in the Law? how readest thou ? For the avoiding of the place of torments, he makes Abraham refer the Relations of Dives to Moses and the Prophets.
For the attaining of everlasting life he refers the Lawyer to the Law, What is written in the Law? how Readest thou? For the avoiding of the place of torments, he makes Abraham refer the Relations of Dives to Moses and the prophets.
And lest any one should think that in all this he did only argue ad homines (that disputing with the Jews he only proceeded upon their own Hypothesis) we find him in the course of his Ministration positively asserting, that the Scriptures must be fulfilled ; that they cannot be broken ;
And lest any one should think that in all this he did only argue ad homines (that disputing with the jews he only proceeded upon their own Hypothesis) we find him in the course of his Ministration positively asserting, that the Scriptures must be fulfilled; that they cannot be broken;
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And afterward when the Eleven were come together, as a recapitulation of this his method, and that he might instruct his Disciples in it, he said unto them, These were the words which I spake unto you,
And afterwards when the Eleven were come together, as a recapitulation of this his method, and that he might instruct his Disciples in it, he said unto them, These were the words which I spoke unto you,
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while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in the Law of Moses, and in the Prophets, and in the Psalms (in the Volume of Old Testament) concerning me.
while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in the Law of Moses, and in the prophets, and in the Psalms (in the Volume of Old Testament) Concerning me.
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He opened their understandings, and said, thus it is written, and thus it behoved: And as a short Idea of wh•t they were to do, he tells them, and ye are Witnesses of these things.
He opened their understandings, and said, thus it is written, and thus it behooved: And as a short Idea of wh•t they were to do, he tells them, and you Are Witnesses of these things.
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2. In pursuance of this method we find the Evangelists very curious, and very frequent in observing the accomplishment of the Prescriptions of the Old Testament, reciting sometimes the speeches of Christ, saying, that he did such,
2. In pursuance of this method we find the Evangelists very curious, and very frequent in observing the accomplishment of the Prescriptions of the Old Testament, reciting sometime the Speeches of christ, saying, that he did such,
Thus the Evangelists writing of the Conception, Nativity, Name of Christ, of his coming out of Egypt, dwelling at Nazareth, migration to Capernaum, riding to Jerusalem :
Thus the Evangelists writing of the Conception, Nativity, Name of christ, of his coming out of Egypt, Dwelling At Nazareth, migration to Capernaum, riding to Jerusalem:
So likewise for the circumstances of his Passion, the flight of his Disciples, casting lots upon his Garments, Vinegar given him to drink, piercing his side, bones remaining unbroken, &c. Other times they note the particular Prophet, Christ healed Diseases, spoke in Parables, and that the saying of Isaiah the Prophet might be fulfilled.
So likewise for the Circumstances of his Passion, the flight of his Disciples, casting lots upon his Garments, Vinegar given him to drink, piercing his side, bones remaining unbroken, etc. Other times they note the particular Prophet, christ healed Diseases, spoke in Parables, and that the saying of Isaiah the Prophet might be fulfilled.
When Herod slew the Children, then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the Prophet, Rachel weeping for her Children, &c. and once we find a quotation of the second Psalm, and the like: This for the Evangelists.
When Herod slew the Children, then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremiah the Prophet, Rachel weeping for her Children, etc. and once we find a quotation of the second Psalm, and the like: This for the Evangelists.
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Whom we find every where in their Writings, citing the Testimonies of the Law and the Prophets, and the Psalms; appealing to them, what saith the Scripture? the Scripture hath concluded so or so: A•guing out of them, oft times directly ;
Whom we find every where in their Writings, citing the Testimonies of the Law and the prophets, and the Psalms; appealing to them, what Says the Scripture? the Scripture hath concluded so or so: A•guing out of them, oft times directly;
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Finally, lest any place should be left for doubting concerning any part of the Old Testament, the Apostles have expresly asserted concerning the Law, that it is holy, just, and good;
Finally, lest any place should be left for doubting Concerning any part of the Old Testament, the Apostles have expressly asserted Concerning the Law, that it is holy, just, and good;
that holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. Lastly, (in the Text) that the NONLATINALPHABET, wherein Timothy had been instituted by his Mother, were given by inspiration of God.
that holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. Lastly, (in the Text) that the, wherein Timothy had been instituted by his Mother, were given by inspiration of God.
This is the sense of the New Testament concerning the Old Testament; supposing therefore the Truth of the New Testament, the Divine Authority of the Old Testament is to be acknowledged, contrary to the first Opinion of the Anti-scripturists.
This is the sense of the New Testament Concerning the Old Testament; supposing Therefore the Truth of the New Testament, the Divine authority of the Old Testament is to be acknowledged, contrary to the First Opinion of the Antiscripturists.
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II. The Second Anti-scriptural Opinion is of those who pretend to believe the Truth, but they deny or doubt the Divine Authority of the New Testament, either of the whole body of the New Testament,
II The Second Antiscriptural Opinion is of those who pretend to believe the Truth, but they deny or doubt the Divine authority of the New Testament, either of the Whole body of the New Testament,
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Of this sort there are said to be many, who by the power and influence of their Education are restrained from denying or dis-believing the Truth of the New Testament,
Of this sort there Are said to be many, who by the power and influence of their Education Are restrained from denying or disbelieving the Truth of the New Testament,
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for the Mystery of the Gospel, the same which they have for some parts of Plato, or remnants of Pythagoras. For the practical parts, the same which they have for some parts of Cicero or Seneca, or Epictetus. All which writings they believe to be true, but no man believes them to be Divine. And some there are who pretend a great veneration for the speeches of Christ, but have a meaner esteem for the words, and writings of the Apostles.
for the Mystery of the Gospel, the same which they have for Some parts of Plato, or remnants of Pythagoras. For the practical parts, the same which they have for Some parts of Cicero or Senecca, or Epictetus. All which writings they believe to be true, but no man believes them to be Divine. And Some there Are who pretend a great veneration for the Speeches of christ, but have a meaner esteem for the words, and writings of the Apostles.
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In opposition to these Opinions, I shall shew, that supposing the words of Christ and the Apostles to be True, it will follow, that they are to be esteemed to be of Divine Authority.
In opposition to these Opinions, I shall show, that supposing the words of christ and the Apostles to be True, it will follow, that they Are to be esteemed to be of Divine authority.
1. In the examination of the next Opinion, I shall be obliged to lay before you some of the evidences of Divine Authority in Christ and his Apostles, here it is sufficient to produce their assertions of it.
1. In the examination of the next Opinion, I shall be obliged to lay before you Some of the evidences of Divine authority in christ and his Apostles, Here it is sufficient to produce their assertions of it.
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The time of our Lord Christs ministration (betwixt three and four years) was spent in preaching and working, and his Authority was often questioned. In Luke 20.1.
The time of our Lord Christ ministration (betwixt three and four Years) was spent in preaching and working, and his authority was often questioned. In Lycia 20.1.
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and in the parallel places, While he was in the Temple teaching the People, and preaching the Gospel, the Chief Priests and the Scribes and the Elders came upon him, saying, tell us by what Authority thou dost these things (preachest to the people) and who gave thee that Authority ?
and in the parallel places, While he was in the Temple teaching the People, and preaching the Gospel, the Chief Priests and the Scribes and the Elders Come upon him, saying, tell us by what authority thou dost these things (Preachest to the people) and who gave thee that authority?
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I am the way, the truth and the life: The words which I speak unto you they are spirit, and they are life. The words which I speak I speak not of my self, but of the Father which dwelleth in me.
I am the Way, the truth and the life: The words which I speak unto you they Are Spirit, and they Are life. The words which I speak I speak not of my self, but of the Father which dwells in me.
and they accounted it no robbery to entitle their Decrees to the Holy Ghost, It seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, v. 18. Nor do they pretend to revelation when gathered in Council only, but each one severally for himself.
and they accounted it no robbery to entitle their Decrees to the Holy Ghost, It seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, v. 18. Nor do they pretend to Revelation when gathered in Council only, but each one severally for himself.
S. John declares that he had NONLATINALPHABET with the Father and the Son; as for his other writings, that they contained the things which he had heard and seen with his eyes, which he had looked on,
S. John declares that he had with the Father and the Son; as for his other writings, that they contained the things which he had herd and seen with his eyes, which he had looked on,
The greatest writer among the Apostles was S. Paul, and the greatest Question hath always been (amongst Unbelievers) concerning his Calling and the Authority of his Gospel.
The greatest writer among the Apostles was S. Paul, and the greatest Question hath always been (among Unbelievers) Concerning his Calling and the authority of his Gospel.
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He affirms himself to have been an Apostle not of man, neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, and God the Father; That by God himself he was separated to preach, constituted a Preacher, an Apostle, and a Defender of the Gospel. As concerning his Gospel, he professes to have received it by Revelation of God.
He affirms himself to have been an Apostle not of man, neither by man, but by jesus christ, and God the Father; That by God himself he was separated to preach, constituted a Preacher, an Apostle, and a Defender of the Gospel. As Concerning his Gospel, he Professes to have received it by Revelation of God.
He appealed to the Prophetick Spirit then in the Church, If any man think himself a Prophet or Spiritual, let him acknowledge the things which I write to be the Commandments of God.
He appealed to the Prophetic Spirit then in the Church, If any man think himself a Prophet or Spiritual, let him acknowledge the things which I write to be the commandments of God.
Out of this assurance it was that he enjoined his Epistles to be read in the Churches of Coloss, Laodicea, Thessalonica, and i excommunicates such as should be disobedient in that particular.
Out of this assurance it was that he enjoined his Epistles to be read in the Churches of Coloss, Laodicea, Thessalonica, and i excommunicates such as should be disobedient in that particular.
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Particularly, notwithstanding that dispute betwixt S. Peter and S. Paul (from the first Ages of the Church to our own Times, objected by Unbelievers to the prejudice of Religion) it is remarkable, that, in the same place where S. Paul gives an account how Peter was to be blamed,
Particularly, notwithstanding that dispute betwixt S. Peter and S. Paul (from the First Ages of the Church to our own Times, objected by Unbelievers to the prejudice of Religion) it is remarkable, that, in the same place where S. Paul gives an account how Peter was to be blamed,
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and how and wherefore he withstood him to his face at Antioch, he doth expresly affirm, that the Gospel of the Circumcision was committed to Peter, and that God wrought effectually in Peter to the Apostleship of the Circumcision.
and how and Wherefore he withstood him to his face At Antioch, he does expressly affirm, that the Gospel of the Circumcision was committed to Peter, and that God wrought effectually in Peter to the Apostleship of the Circumcision.
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On the other side S. Peter, in that very place, where he may seem to complain of the NONLATINALPHABET of S. Paul, yet even there he owns him as his beloved Brother, acknowledges his Wisdom to have been given him of God, and numbers all his Epistles, inter NONLATINALPHABET, amongst the other Scriptures.
On the other side S. Peter, in that very place, where he may seem to complain of the of S. Paul, yet even there he owns him as his Beloved Brother, acknowledges his Wisdom to have been given him of God, and numbers all his Epistles, inter, among the other Scriptures.
3. Lastly, for such as would put a difference of degrees betwixt the Authority of the words of Christ, and the writings and Sermons of the Apostles, they may take notice, that the Authority of these, resolves it self into the veracity of Christ himself.
3. Lastly, for such as would put a difference of Degrees betwixt the authority of the words of christ, and the writings and Sermons of the Apostles, they may take notice, that the authority of these, resolves it self into the veracity of christ himself.
He it was who being to leave the World, promised his Disciples again and again, that he would send down upon them the Holy Spirit, that should instruct them and teach them all things, that should Lead them into all truth, Bring to their remembrance all things which he himself had spoken, that should shew them things to come, that with this Spirit they should not be lightly dash'd,
He it was who being to leave the World, promised his Disciples again and again, that he would send down upon them the Holy Spirit, that should instruct them and teach them all things, that should Led them into all truth, Bring to their remembrance all things which he himself had spoken, that should show them things to come, that with this Spirit they should not be lightly dashed,
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and the Apostles were proved to be true, I am next to shew. In the interim I conclude, that supposing the truth of the words of Christ and his Apostles, they are to be esteemed of Divine Authority. III.
and the Apostles were proved to be true, I am next to show. In the interim I conclude, that supposing the truth of the words of christ and his Apostles, they Are to be esteemed of Divine authority. III.
The third Opinion is of such as pretend to believe matters of fact to have been truly related in the New Testament, but they do not believe the truth of the Doctrinal parts relating to Faith or Manners.
The third Opinion is of such as pretend to believe matters of fact to have been truly related in the New Testament, but they do not believe the truth of the Doctrinal parts relating to Faith or Manners.
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but generally all sorts of Hereticks. When Porphyrius had revolted from Christianity to Platonism, and had bent all his Forces against the Scripture-History, he was refuted not only by Lactantius, and Methodius, men Orthodox in Doctrine, but by Eusebius and Apollinaris ;
but generally all sorts of Heretics. When Porphyrius had revolted from Christianity to Platonism, and had bent all his Forces against the Scripture history, he was refuted not only by Lactantius, and Methodius, men Orthodox in Doctrine, but by Eusebius and Apollinaris;
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and of late days, Socinus and others have well asserted the truth of the Scripture-History who yet have been offended at the dogmatical parts of the Gospel, and concerning the Faith have made shipwrack.
and of late days, Socinus and Others have well asserted the truth of the Scripture history who yet have been offended At the dogmatical parts of the Gospel, and Concerning the Faith have made shipwreck.
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In Opposition to these I shall endeavour to demonstrate, that, Supposing Matters of Fact to be truly related in the New Testament, it is unreasonable to suspect the truth of any of the Doctrines delivered by Christ or his Apostles.
In Opposition to these I shall endeavour to demonstrate, that, Supposing Matters of Fact to be truly related in the New Testament, it is unreasonable to suspect the truth of any of the Doctrines Delivered by christ or his Apostles.
Amongst the various fancies concerning Religion, wherewith the whole world hath been always embroiled: Two things there are wherein all the Sons of Adam have agreed;
among the various fancies Concerning Religion, wherewith the Whole world hath been always embroiled: Two things there Are wherein all the Sons of Adam have agreed;
namely, 1. That that is to be believed which hath received the testimony of God. And 2. That this testimony is to be gathered from instances of supernatural Wisdom and Power.
namely, 1. That that is to be believed which hath received the testimony of God. And 2. That this testimony is to be gathered from instances of supernatural Wisdom and Power.
and other Nations, sought after Wisdom, ( Reason, and Demonstration. But ) to reduce the People to the forms of religious Rites and Sacrifices prescribed them, they were made to believe the Epiphanies of the Gods,
and other nations, sought After Wisdom, (Reason, and Demonstration. But) to reduce the People to the forms of religious Rites and Sacrifices prescribed them, they were made to believe the Epiphanies of the God's,
and the manifestations of their Wisdom, and Power, by Oracles and Works supernatural. To these even Mahomet pre••••ded though his great Argume•• 〈 … 〉 the Sword:
and the manifestations of their Wisdom, and Power, by Oracles and Works supernatural. To these even Mahomet pre••••ded though his great Argume•• 〈 … 〉 the Sword:
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To this evidence therefore we appeal in asserting the Doctrine of our Lord Christ, and his Apostles; Namely to the instances of Supernatural Knowledge and Supernatural Power, whereby their Doctrine was attested.
To this evidence Therefore we appeal in asserting the Doctrine of our Lord christ, and his Apostles; Namely to the instances of Supernatural Knowledge and Supernatural Power, whereby their Doctrine was attested.
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I shall not here wave the force, but I shall decline the repetition of what I have formerly spoken concerning the attestations given to it by Visible Signs, Audible Voices, Apparitions of Angels, Fulfilling the Prophecies, Evidences of Christs Resurrection, Mission of the Holy Ghost. In Joh. 7.15. the Jews wondred at Christ that he knew any thing:
I shall not Here wave the force, but I shall decline the repetition of what I have formerly spoken Concerning the attestations given to it by Visible Signs, Audible Voices, Apparitions of Angels, Fulfilling the Prophecies, Evidences of Christ Resurrection, Mission of the Holy Ghost. In John 7.15. the jews wondered At christ that he knew any thing:
How knoweth this man Letters, seeing he never learned them? but if we mark the Scriptures, we shall find that he knew all things, and that nothing was withdrawn from the reach of his understanding.
How Knoweth this man Letters, seeing he never learned them? but if we mark the Scriptures, we shall find that he knew all things, and that nothing was withdrawn from the reach of his understanding.
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the secret Councils of the Scribes and Pharisees, their evil surmisings, their treacherous intentions to intrap him, their mental Blasphemy, were all naked and manifest before him.
the secret Councils of the Scribes and Pharisees, their evil surmisings, their treacherous intentions to entrap him, their mental Blasphemy, were all naked and manifest before him.
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He foresaw all things that were to come upon him, who it was that should betray him, he foretold his Disciples all the circumstances of his Passion, how he was to be Betrayed, Condemned, delivered to the Gentiles, mocked, scourged, spit on, kill'd and Crucified at Jerusalem.
He foresaw all things that were to come upon him, who it was that should betray him, he foretold his Disciples all the Circumstances of his Passion, how he was to be Betrayed, Condemned, Delivered to the Gentiles, mocked, scourged, spit on, killed and crucified At Jerusalem.
The success of his Gospel, the Effect (unlikely) of his Crucifixion, that it should draw all men after him, that it should be preached and believed in the whole world spreading it self like Leaven, and like a grain of Mustard-seed, that Satans Kingdom should be destroyed suddenly like lightning ;
The success of his Gospel, the Effect (unlikely) of his Crucifixion, that it should draw all men After him, that it should be preached and believed in the Whole world spreading it self like Leaven, and like a grain of Mustard seed, that Satan Kingdom should be destroyed suddenly like lightning;
He used no Plasters nor Potions, no Telesmans or other Charms, but performed all these things by a touch of his Hand or of his Garment. He healed absent persons as well as present, he spoke the word only and they were healed.
He used no Plasters nor Potions, no Talismans or other Charms, but performed all these things by a touch of his Hand or of his Garment. He healed absent Persons as well as present, he spoke the word only and they were healed.
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Many of which healed and raised persons lived till about Trajan 's time, as Quadratus a Disciple of the Apostles affirmed in his Apology to Hadrian the Emperour.
Many of which healed and raised Persons lived till about Trajan is time, as Quadratus a Disciple of the Apostles affirmed in his Apology to Hadriani the Emperor.
Neither their long possession, nor their numbers could secure them, he cast seven at once out of Mary Magdalen, and an whole Legion out of a certain man of the Country of the Gadarens, who had been possessed by them a long time.
Neither their long possession, nor their numbers could secure them, he cast seven At once out of Marry Magdalen, and an Whole Legion out of a certain man of the Country of the Gadarenes, who had been possessed by them a long time.
By his Knowledge he foretold his Resurrection, he performed it by his Power. By his Divine Ʋnderstanding he foresaw his Ascension, and by the Power of his Divinity he ascended.
By his Knowledge he foretold his Resurrection, he performed it by his Power. By his Divine Ʋnderstanding he foresaw his Ascension, and by the Power of his Divinity he ascended.
Not to mention the Apparition of Angels, and of Christ himself, the Bath. Kol. the Extasies, Dreams, Visions, and Impulses which were given them for their own assurance:
Not to mention the Apparition of Angels, and of christ himself, the Bath. Kol. the Ecstasies, Dreams, Visions, and Impulses which were given them for their own assurance:
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That they might be enabled to preach the Gospel to all Nations, and deliver to the world those Scriptures whereof we are speaking, they had the word of Knowledge and of Wisdom and of Faith, and the gift of divers Tongues, and interpretation of Tongues bestowed upon them.
That they might be enabled to preach the Gospel to all nations, and deliver to the world those Scriptures whereof we Are speaking, they had the word of Knowledge and of Wisdom and of Faith, and the gift of diverse Tongues, and Interpretation of Tongues bestowed upon them.
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Paul an Apostle (though born out of due time) came to Visions and Revelations, he twice foretold what should happen to the Ship wherein he was carried Prisoner to Rome. He foretold the Apostacy of the latter times, the rising of Antichrist, the perillous times which should come upon the world in the last days.
Paul an Apostle (though born out of due time) Come to Visions and Revelations, he twice foretold what should happen to the Ship wherein he was carried Prisoner to Room. He foretold the Apostasy of the latter times, the rising of Antichrist, the perilous times which should come upon the world in the last days.
and in several other kinds by the Apostles, and their Companions and Adherents, the Preachers and Writers of the Doctrine of the Gospel, are so abundantly delivered in the New Testament, that I shall not offer at particulars.
and in several other Kinds by the Apostles, and their Sodales and Adherents, the Preachers and Writers of the Doctrine of the Gospel, Are so abundantly Delivered in the New Testament, that I shall not offer At particulars.
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In the 4. of the Acts we find all the Apostles praying NONLATINALPHABET, that God would stretch forth his hand to heal, & that signs and wonders might be done by the Name of his holy Child Jesus. And immediately the place was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and with Power.
In the 4. of the Acts we find all the Apostles praying, that God would stretch forth his hand to heal, & that Signs and wonders might be done by the Name of his holy Child jesus. And immediately the place was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and with Power.
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I conclude therefore, that supposing matters of Fact to be truly delivered in the New Testament ▪ there is no reason to doubt of the Doctrines delivered by Christ or his Apostles, relating to faith or manners ▪ And I come to the consideration o• the last and extreme Opinion of the Anti-scripturists.
I conclude Therefore, that supposing matters of Fact to be truly Delivered in the New Testament ▪ there is no reason to doubt of the Doctrines Delivered by christ or his Apostles, relating to faith or manners ▪ And I come to the consideration o• the last and extreme Opinion of the Antiscripturists.
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But what means then the publick Rumors which we hear? and whence is an Opinion gone into the world, that some great Philosophers and men of generous reason are dissatisfied concerning the truth of Scripture, and believe the Authority of it to be wholly derived from the Magistrate.
But what means then the public Rumours which we hear? and whence is an Opinion gone into the world, that Some great Philosophers and men of generous reason Are dissatisfied Concerning the truth of Scripture, and believe the authority of it to be wholly derived from the Magistrate.
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1. As for the Argument and ground of those (amongst us Christians) that reject the body of the Scriptures, I do not remember to have heard of other than this.
1. As for the Argument and ground of those (among us Christians) that reject the body of the Scriptures, I do not Remember to have herd of other than this.
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They have often called upon Believers, Pastors perhaps, or Doctors in the Church, for a clear and undeniable evidence of the truth of the story of the Gospel,
They have often called upon Believers, Pastors perhaps, or Doctors in the Church, for a clear and undeniable evidence of the truth of the story of the Gospel,
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Would they have now an Experiment whether such or such a thing were done 16 or 1700 years ago? Would they have a demonstration of particulars, in their nature indifferent to be done or not to be done, depending upon the liberty of Causes?
Would they have now an Experiment whither such or such a thing were done 16 or 1700 Years ago? Would they have a demonstration of particulars, in their nature indifferent to be done or not to be done, depending upon the liberty of Causes?
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Well were it for the world, if these Beaux Esprits would have the patience, and endure the fatigue of acquainting themselves with the ways of knowledge (Experiment and Demonstration) it would not then be troubled with the dangerous Impertinency of such Pretenders.
Well were it for the world, if these Beaux Esprits would have the patience, and endure the fatigue of acquainting themselves with the ways of knowledge (Experiment and Demonstration) it would not then be troubled with the dangerous Impertinency of such Pretenders.
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Then these men would not call for Experiment in a subject uncapable of it, and (being instructed that Demonstration is only of Ʋniversal Propositions in materia necessaria, whose contrary Positions imply a contradiction ) they would know, that to demand this kind of evidence of the truth of the story of the Gospel, is to be absurdly injudicious, and to act contrary to the Reason of mankind.
Then these men would not call for Experiment in a Subject uncapable of it, and (being instructed that Demonstration is only of Ʋniversal Propositions in materia necessaria, whose contrary Positions imply a contradiction) they would know, that to demand this kind of evidence of the truth of the story of the Gospel, is to be absurdly injudicious, and to act contrary to the Reason of mankind.
For seeing we may not with civility suppose this principle to be advanced only for the destruction of Religion, and the ruine (or at least undeniable hazard) of the Souls of men;
For seeing we may not with civility suppose this principle to be advanced only for the destruction of Religion, and the ruin (or At least undeniable hazard) of the Souls of men;
Setting aside the knowledge of the Affections of a few Lines and Numbers, is not all learning to be cast away? Must not the Civil World of mankind be brought to swift confusion ? must not mankind it self, in a few days come to an end?
Setting aside the knowledge of the Affections of a few Lines and Numbers, is not all learning to be cast away? Must not the Civil World of mankind be brought to swift confusion? must not mankind it self, in a few days come to an end?
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Suppose men should not marry, nor take Physick, nor eat or drink till they should have clear and undeniable evidence, that all these things are what they suppose,
Suppose men should not marry, nor take Physic, nor eat or drink till they should have clear and undeniable evidence, that all these things Are what they suppose,
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If the management of all humane concernments, Political, Oeconomical, Personal, proceed upon the grounds of Belief and Hope, and rational (but not demonstrative) inference.
If the management of all humane concernments, Political, Economical, Personal, proceed upon the grounds of Belief and Hope, and rational (but not demonstrative) Inference.
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If neither these Philosophers (if they would consider) nor any other Person, either ever did, or possibly could, perform any one action, upon such evidence,
If neither these Philosophers (if they would Consider) nor any other Person, either ever did, or possibly could, perform any one actium, upon such evidence,
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That the Divine Authority of all the Scriptures of the Old and New Testament, are undeniably concluded from supposition of the truth of the Relation or History of matters of fact in the New Testament, I have already shewn.
That the Divine authority of all the Scriptures of the Old and New Testament, Are undeniably concluded from supposition of the truth of the Relation or History of matters of fact in the New Testament, I have already shown.
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And that the rejection of all History is against the Reason of mankind is evident, because all mankind receive some History or other: wherefore I shall briefly shew,
And that the rejection of all History is against the Reason of mankind is evident, Because all mankind receive Some History or other: Wherefore I shall briefly show,
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Either Ab intra, Internal, from the 1. Credibility and Scibility of the Object. 2. The Knowledge and Integrity of the Writers. 3. The way and manner of writing.
Either Ab intra, Internal, from the 1. Credibility and Sensibility of the Object. 2. The Knowledge and Integrity of the Writers. 3. The Way and manner of writing.
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And to say that such things are incredible, as are and have been actually believed, in all times, and by all sorts of persons, Jews and Gentiles, Christians and Mahometans (a few Atheistical persons only excepted ) is an absurdity.
And to say that such things Are incredible, as Are and have been actually believed, in all times, and by all sorts of Persons, jews and Gentiles, Christians and Mahometans (a few Atheistical Persons only excepted) is an absurdity.
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The History that we speak of, pretends to no Intrigues or Cabalistick Counsels, or Mysteries of State, but conteins it self within the limits of things Visible and Audible, things that were done or spoken ;
The History that we speak of, pretends to no Intrigues or Cabalistick Counsels, or Mysteres of State, but contains it self within the Limits of things Visible and Audible, things that were done or spoken;
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The Authors of the Epistles and the Revelation, in the Narrative parts of them, deliver the things done or spoken to or by themselves, and could not be ignorant of their own experiences.
The Authors of the Epistles and the Revelation, in the Narrative parts of them, deliver the things done or spoken to or by themselves, and could not be ignorant of their own experiences.
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For the things Related in the Gospel of S. Luke, he saith they were delivered to him by those who from the beginning were Eye-witnesses of the works, and Ministers of the Word, and his History agrees with the other Evangelists.
For the things Related in the Gospel of S. Lycia, he Says they were Delivered to him by those who from the beginning were Eyewitnesses of the works, and Ministers of the Word, and his History agrees with the other Evangelists.
S. Matthew was an Apostle, and S. John the Bosom Apostle of Christ. The Apostles were chosen by him for Witnesses of his Words and Actions, they were with him from the beginning of his Ministry, continued with him till his death, conversed with him till his Ascension; That which they had heard, which they had seen with their Eyes, which they had looked on, which their hands had handled of the word of life, that they delivered in writing to the World:
S. Matthew was an Apostle, and S. John the Bosom Apostle of christ. The Apostles were chosen by him for Witnesses of his Words and Actions, they were with him from the beginning of his Ministry, continued with him till his death, conversed with him till his Ascension; That which they had herd, which they had seen with their Eyes, which they had looked on, which their hands had handled of the word of life, that they Delivered in writing to the World:
2. For Arguments of their sincerity, they have left Precepts of Veracity, and prohibitions of lying, under pain of Hell torments, the Lake that burneth with fire and brimstone: They have protested that they did not follow cunningly devised Fables ;
2. For Arguments of their sincerity, they have left Precepts of Veracity, and prohibitions of lying, under pain of Hell torments, the Lake that burns with fire and brimstone: They have protested that they did not follow cunningly devised Fables;
They have left behind them various instances of their simplicity and godly sincerity in representing their failings to the world, and of candour and ingenuity in distinguishing the dictates of their own Reason from the inspirations of the Holy Spirit: I speak by permission, not by commandment of the Lord: This say I, not the Lord; Thus it is according to my judgment, &c. 1 Cor. 7.
They have left behind them various instances of their simplicity and godly sincerity in representing their failings to the world, and of candour and ingenuity in distinguishing the dictates of their own Reason from the inspirations of the Holy Spirit: I speak by permission, not by Commandment of the Lord: This say I, not the Lord; Thus it is according to my judgement, etc. 1 Cor. 7.
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But besides all this, let the matter be estimated acccording to common reason: If these men did devise a Fable and impose it upon the world, what end could they propound to themselves in so doing? was there any profit in being destitute of all things? or pleasure in being persecuted, afflicted, and tormented ? or honour in being counted Fools and Madmen.
But beside all this, let the matter be estimated according to Common reason: If these men did devise a Fable and impose it upon the world, what end could they propound to themselves in so doing? was there any profit in being destitute of all things? or pleasure in being persecuted, afflicted, and tormented? or honour in being counted Fools and Madmen.
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To omit the severity of his behaviour to them, He called them off from their Vocations; Peter, and Andrew, James, and John from their Fishing, Matthew from his Customers place, the rest accordingly.
To omit the severity of his behaviour to them, He called them off from their Vocations; Peter, and Andrew, James, and John from their Fishing, Matthew from his Customers place, the rest accordingly.
Their last words to him were delivered in this question, Lord wilt thou at this time restore the Kingdom unto Israel ? Of the thing it self they never doubted, they only desire to be informed of the time,
Their last words to him were Delivered in this question, Lord wilt thou At this time restore the Kingdom unto Israel? Of the thing it self they never doubted, they only desire to be informed of the time,
Was this an answer to their Question ? or a satisfaction to their expectation ? Was this an Obligation laid upon them? If he had not sent down the Holy Ghost, this would have moved them indeed,
Was this an answer to their Question? or a satisfaction to their expectation? Was this an Obligation laid upon them? If he had not sent down the Holy Ghost, this would have moved them indeed,
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Histories then carry their own credentials in them, when the principal parts of them are delivered with such circumstances of times, places, and persons, as may render them liable to Examination, and Refutation, if they contain any falshood in them.
Histories then carry their own credentials in them, when the principal parts of them Are Delivered with such Circumstances of times, places, and Persons, as may render them liable to Examination, and Refutation, if they contain any falsehood in them.
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And in this particular, no History hath any advantage over that History whereof we are speaking, as will be evident to him that considers it thorowout.
And in this particular, no History hath any advantage over that History whereof we Are speaking, as will be evident to him that considers it throughout.
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Concerning John the Baptist, it is recorded, that he was born some few Months before Christ, that his Mother was Elizabeth, that his Father was Zachariah, a Priest of the Course of Abia, that they lived in the Hill-Country.
Concerning John the Baptist, it is recorded, that he was born Some few Months before christ, that his Mother was Elizabeth, that his Father was Zachariah, a Priest of the Course of Abia, that they lived in the Hill-Country.
He began to preach in the 15. of Tyberius, Pilat being Governour of Judaea, Herod Tetrarch of Galilee, his Brother Philip Tetrarch of Iturea, and of the Region of Trachonitis, and Lysanias Tetrarch of Abilene. Punctual and particular.
He began to preach in the 15. of Tiberius, Pilat being Governor of Judaea, Herod Tetrarch of Galilee, his Brother Philip Tetrarch of Iturea, and of the Region of Trachonitis, and Lysanias Tetrarch of Abilene. Punctual and particular.
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Soon after this he was Imprisoned and Beheaded by Herod, for reprehending him about Herodias, all which were matters of Fact, very easie, if false, to have been refuted.
Soon After this he was Imprisoned and Beheaded by Herod, for reprehending him about Herodias, all which were matters of Fact, very easy, if false, to have been refuted.
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He raised the Daughter of Jayrus, the Ruler of the Synagogue, there was but one in that place, she was his only Daughter, and about 12 years Old. He healed the Servant of that Centurion that had built a Synagogue. Can any thing be more particular?
He raised the Daughter of Jairus, the Ruler of the Synagogue, there was but one in that place, she was his only Daughter, and about 12 Years Old. He healed the Servant of that Centurion that had built a Synagogue. Can any thing be more particular?
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At Bethany, 15 Furlongs from Jerusalem, a few days before his death, he raised Lazarus after he had been dead four days. Could any thing be more examinable ?
At Bethany, 15 Furlongs from Jerusalem, a few days before his death, he raised Lazarus After he had been dead four days. Could any thing be more examinable?
His death was at Jerusalem, at the time of the Passeover, a time of greatest annual concourse in the world, and then it is said, that the Sun was darkened, the Veil rent, the Rocks torn apieces, the Graves opened.
His death was At Jerusalem, At the time of the Passover, a time of greatest annual concourse in the world, and then it is said, that the Sun was darkened, the Veil rend, the Rocks torn apieces, the Graves opened.
The healing of Aeneas at Lydda, raising of Dorcas at Joppe, the passages with Cornelius Captain of the Band called the Italian Band at Caesarea, and many other acts of Peter. The increpation of Barjesus at Paphos, in the presence of Sergius Paulus the Governour. The healing of a Cripple at Lystra, in the presence of the Priest of Jupiter, besides many other acts of Paul, and the rest of the Apostles, are so circumstantiated in the History, that if false they might have been very easily contradicted.
The healing of Aeneas At Lydda, raising of Dorcas At Joppa, the passages with Cornelius Captain of the Band called the Italian Band At Caesarea, and many other acts of Peter. The increpation of Barjesus At Paphos, in the presence of Sergius Paulus the Governor. The healing of a Cripple At Lystra, in the presence of the Priest of Jupiter, beside many other acts of Paul, and the rest of the Apostles, Are so circumstantiated in the History, that if false they might have been very Easily contradicted.
I conclude therefore, that in respect of internal Arguments for belief, no History hath, or indeed can have any advantage above the History of the New Testament.
I conclude Therefore, that in respect of internal Arguments for belief, no History hath, or indeed can have any advantage above the History of the New Testament.
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Though the whole world interessed themselves against the story (so examinable as you have heard) though the Books were extant, while the memory of things was recent, Matthew within seven years, Mark within eleven, Luke about twenty four, post mortem Christi ;
Though the Whole world interested themselves against the story (so examinable as you have herd) though the Books were extant, while the memory of things was recent, Matthew within seven Years, Mark within eleven, Lycia about twenty four, post mortem Christ;
The stories were received by men of the greatest Wisdom, Learning, and Virtue amongst the Greeks and Latines. Many of the hardest passages were attested and confessed by Enemies and Ʋnbelievers. The Authors owned by Julian : the Miracles confessed by Celsus :
The stories were received by men of the greatest Wisdom, Learning, and Virtue among the Greeks and Latins. Many of the Hardest passages were attested and confessed by Enemies and Ʋnbelievers. The Authors owned by Julian: the Miracles confessed by Celsus:
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And in one word, The entire Volume of the Scriptures, the very same which our Church receives (by virtue of the belief of the History of the Gospel) before any general Council, or the time of Constantine, without any Convocation of the Clergy,
And in one word, The entire Volume of the Scriptures, the very same which our Church receives (by virtue of the belief of the History of the Gospel) before any general Council, or the time of Constantine, without any Convocation of the Clergy,
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In respect of all these Arguments, internal and external, I might have justly said, that the History of the Gospel hath the advantage of any other History ;
In respect of all these Arguments, internal and external, I might have justly said, that the History of the Gospel hath the advantage of any other History;
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The beginnings and propagation of the Gospel was by the Jews maliciously and strenuously opposed in the times of Christ and his Apostles, and in all succeeding Generations.
The beginnings and propagation of the Gospel was by the jews maliciously and strenuously opposed in the times of christ and his Apostles, and in all succeeding Generations.
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That the first Miracle wrought by Peter and John might not spread among the People, the Rulers and Elders and Scribes, Annas and Caiaphas, and John and Alexander, and all the Kindred of the High Priest, laid hands upon them,
That the First Miracle wrought by Peter and John might not spread among the People, the Rulers and Elders and Scribes, Annas and Caiaphas, and John and Alexander, and all the Kindred of the High Priest, laid hands upon them,
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Wherever they met with Believers, Men or Women, they haled them into Prison, breathing out threatnings and slaughter. Wherever they met with the Preachers, they opposed and blasphemed, they tumultuated, they stirred the Gentiles, they enraged the chief men of the Cities and the honourable women against them.
Wherever they met with Believers, Men or Women, they haled them into Prison, breathing out threatenings and slaughter. Wherever they met with the Preachers, they opposed and blasphemed, they tumultuated, they stirred the Gentiles, they enraged the chief men of the Cities and the honourable women against them.
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The instances of their malicious opposition, in all ages of the Church, are so many as are not to be numbred in a few Minutes, but would require many days only to name them.
The instances of their malicious opposition, in all ages of the Church, Are so many as Are not to be numbered in a few Minutes, but would require many days only to name them.
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in a word, whoever shall read the stories of primitive times, he will find that the Jews were generally the Setters and Informers against the Martyrs, and the Brokers for their Goods after Execution: And the Histories of our own and other Nations will shew us the height of their malice, and the continuance of it.
in a word, whoever shall read the stories of primitive times, he will find that the jews were generally the Setters and Informers against the Martyrs, and the Brokers for their Goods After Execution: And the Histories of our own and other nations will show us the height of their malice, and the Continuance of it.
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Now, beside the little Nation of the Jews, the rest of the whole world, when this History began to be published, and the Books written, were Heathen, universally devoted to the Devil, whom therefore our Saviour stiles, the Prince of this world.
Now, beside the little nation of the jews, the rest of the Whole world, when this History began to be published, and the Books written, were Heathen, universally devoted to the devil, whom Therefore our Saviour stile, the Prince of this world.
And now that feud which had depended betwixt the seed of the Serpent and the seed of the woman 4000 years, was by the preaching and writing of these things brought to a Crisis.
And now that feud which had depended betwixt the seed of the Serpent and the seed of the woman 4000 Years, was by the preaching and writing of these things brought to a Crisis.
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The professed and declared design of the Gospel, was to drive the Devil out of his Dominion; Notwithstanding the antiquity of his possession, the universality of his Church, and the consent of all Nations, whereby he held his title. Notwithstanding his Empire was supported by Governour; and Laws, and fortified by the Arms and actual strength of all the world, he saw, that if the Gospel were not suppressed, a little time would spoil the pride of all his glory, that in a moment he should fall like lightning from Heaven.
The professed and declared Design of the Gospel, was to drive the devil out of his Dominion; Notwithstanding the antiquity of his possession, the universality of his Church, and the consent of all nations, whereby he held his title. Notwithstanding his Empire was supported by Governor; and Laws, and fortified by the Arms and actual strength of all the world, he saw, that if the Gospel were not suppressed, a little time would spoil the pride of all his glory, that in a moment he should fallen like lightning from Heaven.
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That his revelling Festivals would be turned to mourning, no more gifts would be presented, no beasts, nor children, women or men sacrificed upon his Altars.
That his reveling Festivals would be turned to mourning, no more Gifts would be presented, no beasts, nor children, women or men sacrificed upon his Altars.
He summons together all his wiles and stratagems, he musters all his forces, he sounds an Allarm to the world, stirs up young and old, rich and poor, all ages, sexes, conditions, the people wise and unwise, the Common Souldiers and Commanders, Counsellors and Judges, Senate and Emperours, by suppressing these Books, and destroying the Believers of them, to erase the memory of the Gospel, and abolish it for ever.
He summons together all his wiles and stratagems, he musters all his forces, he sounds an Alarm to the world, stirs up young and old, rich and poor, all ages, sexes, conditions, the people wise and unwise, the Common Soldiers and Commanders, Counsellors and Judges, Senate and emperors, by suppressing these Books, and destroying the Believers of them, to erase the memory of the Gospel, and Abolah it for ever.
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The people were enraged against the Believers, as against the common Enemy of mankind, and pro solenni suo, they slandered them with unthought of wickedness, they imputed to them all the calamities of the world :
The people were enraged against the Believers, as against the Common Enemy of mankind, and Pro Solenni Sue, they slandered them with unthought of wickedness, they imputed to them all the calamities of the world:
Against these Books, the Learned employed their Learning, and the Witty employed their Wit. Celsus, Porphyrius, Jamblichus, Hierocles, and other Philosophers, endeavoured to dispute them out of the world. Symmachus and Libanius, and other Rhetors to declaim them away.
Against these Books, the Learned employed their Learning, and the Witty employed their Wit. Celsus, Porphyrius, Jamblichus, Hierocles, and other Philosophers, endeavoured to dispute them out of the world. Symmachus and Libanius, and other Rhetors to declaim them away.
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Mean while the Senators and Lawyers employ themselves to destroy the Books, by stretching against them the ancient Laws against bringing in Foreign Religions, and against Magical and Fatidical Books :
Mean while the Senators and Lawyers employ themselves to destroy the Books, by stretching against them the ancient Laws against bringing in Foreign Religions, and against Magical and Fatidical Books:
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And to destroy Books and Believers by New Laws made for that purpose, against Combinations (Heteriae) Sacriledge, Treason, the Law that none should buy or sell, or draw water without Thurification to the Gods, and the like.
And to destroy Books and Believers by New Laws made for that purpose, against Combinations (Heteriae) Sacrilege, Treason, the Law that none should buy or fell, or draw water without Thurification to the God's, and the like.
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By force of these they persecute the Believers, as Enemies to the Commonwealth, and Traytors to the Emperour, as sacrilegious persons, and contemners of Religion.
By force of these they persecute the Believers, as Enemies to the Commonwealth, and Traitors to the Emperor, as sacrilegious Persons, and contemners of Religion.
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their bodies were imprisoned and tormented; Fire and Sword, hot Iron Chairs and Coffins, Gridirons, and Cauldrons, Hooks, Stakes, and Gibbets, the Teeth of Lions, and Tygers, &c. were their portion.
their bodies were imprisoned and tormented; Fire and Sword, hight Iron Chairs and Coffins, Gridirons, and Cauldrons, Hooks, Stakes, and Gibbets, the Teeth of Lions, and Tigers, etc. were their portion.
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2. Consider then how it prevailed, how quickly and largely, how deeply and effectually, although the Precepts were not contrived to sollicit the Affections, nor the Doctrines to court the Reason of men.
2. Consider then how it prevailed, how quickly and largely, how deeply and effectually, although the Precepts were not contrived to solicit the Affections, nor the Doctrines to court the Reason of men.
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Within a few years after the death of Christ we find by S. Peter, that the Gospel was preached throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, Bithynia ;
Within a few Years After the death of christ we find by S. Peter, that the Gospel was preached throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, Bythynia;
Within 66 years this grane of Mustard seed was become a Tree, Pliny Proconsul of Bithynia (to whom the care of Religion, ex officio, did appertein ) appointed by Trajan to suppress the Christians, he writes to him, that this Belief was Longè laté { que } diffusa Civitates, Vicos, Agros, impletos Christi cultoribus.
Within 66 Years this grane of Mustard seed was become a Tree, pliny Proconsul of Bythynia (to whom the care of Religion, ex Officio, did appertain) appointed by Trajan to suppress the Christians, he writes to him, that this Belief was Long laté { que } diffusa Civitates, Vicos, Agros, impletos Christ cultoribus.
Tertullian reckons up the known parts of the World, in quibus omnibus Christi nomen regnat, and concludes, ubi { que } porrigitur, creditur, colitur, regnat, adoratur.
Tertullian reckons up the known parts of the World, in quibus omnibus Christ Nome Reigneth, and concludes, ubi { que } porrigitur, creditur, colitur, Reigneth, adoratur.
it drove the Devil away with all his Temples, Idols, Oracles, Priests, Sacrifices, Services, like lightning: So fell the Dragon, the old Serpent that deceived the World, he was cast out with all his train.
it drove the devil away with all his Temples, Idols, Oracles, Priests, Sacrifices, Services, like lightning: So fell the Dragon, the old Serpent that deceived the World, he was cast out with all his train.
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So fell Lucifer the Son of the morn, his Friends and his Followers lamenting. How art thou fallen from Heaven, O Lucifer the Son of the morning! Desolata Templa rarissimus Victimarum emptor!
So fell Lucifer the Son of the morn, his Friends and his Followers lamenting. How art thou fallen from Heaven, Oh Lucifer the Son of the morning! Desolate Templa rarissimus Victimarum emptor!
Some complain of people forsaking of the Gods, others of the Gods forsaking their Oracles and Temples, and becoming useless to the World: He said I will ascend into Heaven,
some complain of people forsaking of the God's, Others of the God's forsaking their Oracles and Temples, and becoming useless to the World: He said I will ascend into Heaven,
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against Porphyrie and Hierocles, Lactantius and Eusebius (besides what was written sparsim by Jerom, Augustine, Cyril, &c. ) It set up Chrysostom against Libanius, Prudentius against Symmachus and the Rhetoricians.
against Porphyry and Hierocles, Lactantius and Eusebius (beside what was written sparsim by Jerome, Augustine, Cyril, etc.) It Set up Chrysostom against Libanius, Prudentius against Symmachus and the Rhetoricians.
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it penetrated their spirits, and took its lodging in the inmost recesses of the soul. The Contents of these Books was their most precious Pearl, and they hid it in their heart. The Books themselves were their greatest worldly treasure, and rather than they would deliver them to be burned, they chose to suffer the loss of honour, liberty, estate, Wives, and Children, nay even life it self.
it penetrated their spirits, and took its lodging in the inmost Recesses of the soul. The Contents of these Books was their most precious Pearl, and they hid it in their heart. The Books themselves were their greatest worldly treasure, and rather than they would deliver them to be burned, they chosen to suffer the loss of honour, liberty, estate, Wives, and Children, nay even life it self.
When Dioclesian required the Scriptures that they might be burned, In one Province ( Egypt ) in one Month, 17000 persons chose rather to dye than to deliver them:
When Diocletian required the Scriptures that they might be burned, In one Province (Egypt) in one Monn, 17000 Persons chosen rather to die than to deliver them:
1. The Gospel which they contein, was the power of God to every true Believer. That which no Institution in Philosophy, nor Initiation in the Mysteries of any of the Gods, was ever able to accomplish, that was every where atchieved by the belief of the Gospel, in a moment. Like a charm from Heaven, it stilled the passions, and mortified the lusts of men.
1. The Gospel which they contain, was the power of God to every true Believer. That which no Institution in Philosophy, nor Initiation in the Mysteres of any of the God's, was ever able to accomplish, that was every where achieved by the belief of the Gospel, in a moment. Like a charm from Heaven, it stilled the passion, and mortified the Lustiest of men.
Notwithstanding all the calumnies thrown upon Believers, and the prejudice wherewith they were loaded, the unpropitious and relucting world were forcibly convinced that the Believers of these Books were effectually taught to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world :
Notwithstanding all the calumnies thrown upon Believers, and the prejudice wherewith they were loaded, the unpropitious and relucting world were forcibly convinced that the Believers of these Books were effectually taught to deny ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world:
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the piety, loyalty, justice, charity, magnanimity, patience, meekness, and purity of Believers of these Books, convinced the unbelieving world, that God was in them of a truth :
the piety, loyalty, Justice, charity, magnanimity, patience, meekness, and purity of Believers of these Books, convinced the unbelieving world, that God was in them of a truth:
2. But beside the operation of these Books upon the Believers, God was pleased to give testimony to them by his co-operation with them in signs and wonders, and mighty deeds.
2. But beside the operation of these Books upon the Believers, God was pleased to give testimony to them by his cooperation with them in Signs and wonders, and mighty Deeds.
The History of the Gospel tells us, that when Christ was even now leaving the world, he left this Legacy to Believers for confirmation of the truth of the Gospel; These signs (said he) shall follow them that believe;
The History of the Gospel tells us, that when christ was even now leaving the world, he left this Legacy to Believers for confirmation of the truth of the Gospel; These Signs (said he) shall follow them that believe;
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Now that this was made good, and that these signs (so long as there was need ) were continued among Believers, we have as good assurance as we can have of any thing beyond our own memory or experience.
Now that this was made good, and that these Signs (so long as there was need) were continued among Believers, we have as good assurance as we can have of any thing beyond our own memory or experience.
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by men of the greatest Wisdom and Learning in their Generations, by persons of such integrity, that they laid down their lives in testimony of their veracity; delivered not by hear-say, but upon their certain knowledge; delivered in their Disputations with,
by men of the greatest Wisdom and Learning in their Generations, by Persons of such integrity, that they laid down their lives in testimony of their veracity; Delivered not by hearsay, but upon their certain knowledge; Delivered in their Disputations with,
Irenaeus an Auditor of Polycarp, who was a Disciple of S. John (suffered circa 206) affirms upon his own knowledge, that the gift of Prophesie was then frequent in the Church, that many had the gift of tongues, ipsi audivimus ;
Irnaeus an Auditor of Polycarp, who was a Disciple of S. John (suffered circa 206) affirms upon his own knowledge, that the gift of Prophesy was then frequent in the Church, that many had the gift of tongues, ipsi audivimus;
Origen against Celsus, saith, that he himself had seen by invocation of God, and the Name of Jesus very many that were delivered from grievous maladies, NONLATINALPHABET ( alienatione mentis ) NONLATINALPHABET.
Origen against Celsus, Says, that he himself had seen by invocation of God, and the Name of jesus very many that were Delivered from grievous maladies, (alienation mentis).
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Not to mention others, S. Augustine in his Book de Civitate Dei (begun about 410, but many years in writing ) l. 22. c. 8. gives an account of very many Miracles done at Hippo, Carthage, and other places, of no great distance, noting times, places, persons, occasions, appealing to the Country, delivering them under terms of the greatest assurance; Scio ego; cognosco ego;
Not to mention Others, S. Augustine in his Book de Civitate Dei (begun about 410, but many Years in writing) l. 22. c. 8. gives an account of very many Miracles done At Hippo, Carthage, and other places, of no great distance, noting times, places, Persons, occasions, appealing to the Country, delivering them under terms of the greatest assurance; Scio ego; cognosco ego;
Other Histories and Writings, and the Authors and Believers of them can pretend no higher than to the testimony of men, these have the testimony of God also:
Other Histories and Writings, and the Authors and Believers of them can pretend no higher than to the testimony of men, these have the testimony of God also:
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The sum of all is this, The Divine Authority of the Scriptures is the great fundamental and comprehensive Principle of Christianity, which being admitted it stands, and being removed it presently falls to the ground.
The sum of all is this, The Divine authority of the Scriptures is the great fundamental and comprehensive Principle of Christianity, which being admitted it Stands, and being removed it presently falls to the ground.
Against this therefore the great Enemy of Religion in these later days (under pretence of Reason and Philosophy ) directs his Forces, and is said to have found a success very pernicious and deplorable.
Against this Therefore the great Enemy of Religion in these later days (under pretence of Reason and Philosophy) directs his Forces, and is said to have found a success very pernicious and deplorable.
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I humbly conceive that the Resolution of the belief of the Divine Authority of the Scriptures into the Decrees of Popes, or Determinations of Councils with those who call themselves Roman-Catholicks, into private impulses and dictates of the Spirit with the Enthusiasts, and into the Laws and Edicts of Princes and Magistrates with our new pretenders to Reason and Philosophy, is that engine whereby the Devil hath prevailed to scandalize the world and cast it into Antiscriptural infidelity.
I humbly conceive that the Resolution of the belief of the Divine authority of the Scriptures into the Decrees of Popes, or Determinations of Councils with those who call themselves Roman-catholics, into private impulses and dictates of the Spirit with the Enthusiasts, and into the Laws and Edicts of Princes and Magistrates with our new pretenders to Reason and Philosophy, is that engine whereby the devil hath prevailed to scandalise the world and cast it into Antiscriptural infidelity.
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It is for this cause that I have conceived it requisite (after many others who have done worthily ) to have recourse (once more) to the Original Reason of things, and the common grounds whereupon mankind doth proceed in matters of this nature.
It is for this cause that I have conceived it requisite (After many Others who have done worthily) to have recourse (once more) to the Original Reason of things, and the Common grounds whereupon mankind does proceed in matters of this nature.
Where (hoping that I have escaped the absurdity of begging the matter in Question, discoursing in a circle, and the inconveniences of some other methods ) I have endeavoured to demonstrate :
Where (hoping that I have escaped the absurdity of begging the matter in Question, discoursing in a circle, and the inconveniences of Some other methods) I have endeavoured to demonstrate:
Heb. III. 12. Take heed brethren, lest there be in any of you, an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God. — Exhort one another daily. —
Hebrew III. 12. Take heed brothers, lest there be in any of you, an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God. — Exhort one Another daily. —
I Shall not spend time in a disputation concerning the Author of this Epistle, viz. whether it were Paul, or Barnabas, or Luke, or Clemens, or Apollos, &c. but shall with the Church of England, suppose S. Paul to have been the Author of it.
I Shall not spend time in a disputation Concerning the Author of this Epistle, viz. whither it were Paul, or Barnabas, or Lycia, or Clemens, or Apollos, etc. but shall with the Church of England, suppose S. Paul to have been the Author of it.
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This (on the contrary ) hath been concluded to be an Apostolical Epistle, propter NONLATINALPHABET Characterem, by reason of that divine and Apostolical Spirit, which to those who have had their Senses exercised, hath manifestly appeared in it.
This (on the contrary) hath been concluded to be an Apostolical Epistle, propter Characterem, by reason of that divine and Apostolical Spirit, which to those who have had their Senses exercised, hath manifestly appeared in it.
If it were lawful (in this sense) to compare spiritual things with spiritual ; I should not fear to affirm, that this Epistle hath in it some peculiar advantages ;
If it were lawful (in this sense) to compare spiritual things with spiritual; I should not Fear to affirm, that this Epistle hath in it Some peculiar advantages;
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And it hath peculiarly conveyed to the Church two great treasures. 1. A Compleat Model, or System, of Christian Divinity. And 2. the Way of that Analogy, and manner of ratiocination, whereby the true Spirit, and meaning of the Types and Prophesies of the Old Testament is to be found out and applied.
And it hath peculiarly conveyed to the Church two great treasures. 1. A Complete Model, or System, of Christian Divinity. And 2. the Way of that Analogy, and manner of ratiocination, whereby the true Spirit, and meaning of the Types and prophecies of the Old Testament is to be found out and applied.
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are partly Didactical, and partly Protreptical; Demonstrating the truths of the Gospel, and then urging the Professors of those truths, to be stedfast in the faith, and to beware of Infidelity.
Are partly Didactical, and partly Protreptical; Demonstrating the truths of the Gospel, and then urging the Professors of those truths, to be steadfast in the faith, and to beware of Infidelity.
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From the Comparison of Christ with Moses, he concludes against Hardness of Heart and Infidelity. He demonstrates the Priesthood of Christ to be more Excellent then that of Aaron ;
From the Comparison of christ with Moses, he concludes against Hardness of Heart and Infidelity. He demonstrates the Priesthood of christ to be more Excellent then that of Aaron;
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Whatever Doctrine he is upon, this is still the drift and aim of all his Applications, namely to preserve the Professors of Christianity, from Apostacy and Infidelity.
Whatever Doctrine he is upon, this is still the drift and aim of all his Applications, namely to preserve the Professors of Christianity, from Apostasy and Infidelity.
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The words, which I have chosen, are a Reiteration or Reinforcement of an Application, or Corollary, arising from the Consideration of the Excellency of Christ above Moses. Moses was faithful in the house as a Servant ;
The words, which I have chosen, Are a Reiteration or Reinforcement of an Application, or Corollary, arising from the Consideration of the Excellency of christ above Moses. Moses was faithful in the house as a Servant;
My design, at this time, will be to enforce the Exhortation of the Text: And seing that every Application is a Consequence or Corollary arising from some Antecedent Proposition,
My Design, At this time, will be to enforce the Exhortation of the Text: And sing that every Application is a Consequence or Corollary arising from Some Antecedent Proposition,
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•hey were NONLATINALPHABET, baptized into the Profession of the Gospel, they had tasted of the Word of God, and the power of the world to come. II. The Matter.
•hey were, baptised into the Profession of the Gospel, they had tasted of the Word of God, and the power of the world to come. II The Matter.
Unbelief, or rather Disbelief, ( not Negative Infidelity, but a positive Revolting from the faith which they had professed) Generally, a Disbelief of the Word of God;
Unbelief, or rather Disbelief, (not Negative Infidelity, but a positive Revolting from the faith which they had professed) Generally, a Disbelief of the Word of God;
For the Form that which is here expressed by NONLATINALPHABET (look to it) is in the other forms of Exhortation, thorowout the Epistle, expressed by termes of the greatest Emphasis and earnestness imaginable, Let us Fear lest we fall short, 4.1. Labour to enter, 4.11.
For the From that which is Here expressed by (look to it) is in the other forms of Exhortation, throughout the Epistle, expressed by terms of the greatest Emphasis and earnestness imaginable, Let us fear lest we fallen short, 4.1. Labour to enter, 4.11.
Use diligence, not be slothful, 6.11, 12. Press earnestly, draw near, hold fast, 10.22. NONLATINALPHABET. Let us give more diligent heed lest by any means we should let it slip, 2.1.
Use diligence, not be slothful, 6.11, 12. Press earnestly, draw near, hold fast, 10.22.. Let us give more diligent heed lest by any means we should let it slip, 2.1.
and Danger of it, it is matter of Interest and Concernment to Beware of it. This Heart of Unbelief is an Evil heart (NONLATINALPHABET) there is Wickedness in it.
and Danger of it, it is matter of Interest and Concernment to Beware of it. This Heart of Unbelief is an Evil heart () there is Wickedness in it.
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there is Danger in it. Yet it was a thing Ordinary and common amongst the Fathers of these Hebrews, it was neque Novum, neque Rarum, There is Danger of it.
there is Danger in it. Yet it was a thing Ordinary and Common among the Father's of these Hebrews, it was neque Novum, neque Rare, There is Danger of it.
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In speaking of the Evil of Infidelity, I shall not discourse at large, but confine my self to an enquiry into two pretenses (Which having been broached in the late times of Infidelity towards the King, are said to have operated very far towards a general Apostacy from the faith,
In speaking of the Evil of Infidelity, I shall not discourse At large, but confine my self to an enquiry into two pretences (Which having been broached in the late times of Infidelity towards the King, Are said to have operated very Far towards a general Apostasy from the faith,
The first is of a famous Author, and it is this, That the Scriptures do not make Infidelity to be a Sin, at the time of the delivery of the Scriptures.
The First is of a famous Author, and it is this, That the Scriptures do not make Infidelity to be a since, At the time of the delivery of the Scriptures.
The second is of a Writer more obscure, but in it self, so agreeable to the disposition of the present generation, that it hath possessed the minds of many; it is this, that
The second is of a Writer more Obscure, but in it self, so agreeable to the disposition of the present generation, that it hath possessed the minds of many; it is this, that
The Substance of the Gospel, as it immediately relates to Christian duty, is summarily reduced to the Doctrines and Injunctions of our Lord Christ, and his Apostles.
The Substance of the Gospel, as it immediately relates to Christian duty, is summarily reduced to the Doctrines and Injunctions of our Lord christ, and his Apostles.
The Author of Leviathan (cap. 42. pag. 286.) tells us in plain terms, that We do not read any where (in the Scriptures) that they which received not the Doctrine of Christ, did therein Sin.
The Author of Leviathan (cap. 42. page. 286.) tells us in plain terms, that We do not read any where (in the Scriptures) that they which received not the Doctrine of christ, did therein Sin.
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Now concerning this assertion ▪ I cannot chuse but say, that had I not been acquainted with the works of that authour (especially those relating to religion) I should exceedingly wonder at it,
Now Concerning this assertion ▪ I cannot choose but say, that had I not been acquainted with the works of that author (especially those relating to Religion) I should exceedingly wonder At it,
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In the 21. of Matth. Our Saviour askes the Jewes this question, Did ye never read in the Scriptures such a thing? a question which I must repeat to the Assertors of this doctrine. Did they never read in the Scriptures the Sinfulness, the Danger, the Heynousness of Infidelility? Surely he that runs may read it.
In the 21. of Matthew Our Saviour asks the Jews this question, Did you never read in the Scriptures such a thing? a question which I must repeat to the Assertors of this Doctrine. Did they never read in the Scriptures the Sinfulness, the Danger, the Heinousness of Infidelility? Surely he that runs may read it.
how long shall I endure you? ( Quousque tandem abutemini patientiâ nostrâ) And after his Resurrection, he calls them fools and slow of heart, for unbelieving:
how long shall I endure you? (How long tandem abutemini patientiâ nostrâ) And After his Resurrection, he calls them Fools and slow of heart, for unbelieving:
these last, it seems this Author had read, & as his manner is, thinking he could accommodate an answer to these, he hath pronounced securely of all the rest:
these last, it seems this Author had read, & as his manner is, thinking he could accommodate an answer to these, he hath pronounced securely of all the rest:
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To these he saith that they import onely a non - remission of the sins committed aganst the laws of their Country ; (that they should dy in them ;) but that they do not evince, any sinfulness to be in Infidelity ;
To these he Says that they import only a non - remission of the Sins committed against the laws of their Country; (that they should die in them;) but that they do not evince, any sinfulness to be in Infidelity;
The Apostle in the 21 of the Revelations, give a Catalogue of such sinners as are of the bigest rank, Such as are most abominable in the eyes of God, Such as are to have their portion in that lake which burneth with fire and brimstone, and he puts Unbelievers in the head of this Regiment The fearful and Unbelievers, and Abominable, and Murtherers, and Whoremongers, and Sorcerers, and Lyars shall have their portion in that lake. But it may be, perhaps;
The Apostle in the 21 of the Revelations, give a Catalogue of such Sinners as Are of the biggest rank, Such as Are most abominable in the eyes of God, Such as Are to have their portion in that lake which burns with fire and brimstone, and he puts Unbelievers in the head of this Regiment The fearful and Unbelievers, and Abominable, and Murderers, and Whoremongers, and Sorcerers, and Liars shall have their portion in that lake. But it may be, perhaps;
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The Text tells us plainly and expresly, that an heart of unbelief is NONLATINALPHABET (not NONLATINALPHABET but NONLATINALPHABET, not incommodious but wicked.)
The Text tells us plainly and expressly, that an heart of unbelief is (not but, not incommodious but wicked.)
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Those who have spoken most accurately concerning the nature of Sin, they have resolved, that the formal notion of it, consists in a departure from God. it is Aversio à Deo, & Conversio ad creaturam.
Those who have spoken most accurately Concerning the nature of since, they have resolved, that the formal notion of it, consists in a departure from God. it is Aversio à God, & Conversion and creaturam.
In the second of Jeremy, and 12. we find the Prophet as it were in furore sacro (in a prophetic rage) breaking forth into this Exclamation. Be astonished, O ye heavens, be ye horribly afraid, be very desolate saith the Lord!
In the second of Jeremiah, and 12. we find the Prophet as it were in furore Sacred (in a prophetic rage) breaking forth into this Exclamation. Be astonished, Oh you heavens, be you horribly afraid, be very desolate Says the Lord!
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What ailes the Prophet to cry so loud? to make the heavens resound his Exclamation ? my people (saith he) have committed two Great evils, they have Forsaken me, that's the first.
What ails the Prophet to cry so loud? to make the heavens resound his Exclamation? my people (Says he) have committed two Great evils, they have Forsaken me, that's the First.
It is true that the Spirit of God in the Scriptures, doth not usually descend to Logical accuracy, to the quatenus, or Causality, to the observation of the rules of NONLATINALPHABET.
It is true that the Spirit of God in the Scriptures, does not usually descend to Logical accuracy, to the quatenus, or Causality, to the observation of the rules of.
In the 16. of Joh. 8. our Saviour tells them, that the Spirit shall rebuke the world of Sin, of righteousness, of judgement: Of Sin, Because they believe not on him. Joh. 3.18. he that believeth not is Condemned, because he believeth not.
In the 16. of John 8. our Saviour tells them, that the Spirit shall rebuke the world of since, of righteousness, of judgement: Of since, Because they believe not on him. John 3.18. he that Believeth not is Condemned, Because he Believeth not.
NONLATINALPHABET, the rejection of the Gospel is said to be the very Condemnation, So expressly is, the NONLATINALPHABET, delivered to us, (by Causal and Identical propositions) in the Scripture;
, the rejection of the Gospel is said to be the very Condemnation, So expressly is, the, Delivered to us, (by Causal and Identical propositions) in the Scripture;
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Concerning David we read in the Psalms, that once he said in his Hast that all men are liars, did he revoke it when he was at leisure? No, the more he thought of it, the higher he proceeds,
Concerning David we read in the Psalms, that once he said in his Hast that all men Are liars, did he revoke it when he was At leisure? No, the more he Thought of it, the higher he proceeds,
Surely (saith he) Men of low degree are Vanity, and men of high degree are (not liars but) a Lie. Yet if one gives the lie to one of these lyars, it is the utmost provocation;
Surely (Says he) Men of low degree Are Vanity, and men of high degree Are (not liars but) a Lie. Yet if one gives the lie to one of these liars, it is the utmost provocation;
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it is the stated word of defiance, concluded fit to justifie the Duel or the Stab. On the other side, God glories in this, that he is not a man that he should lie, that the strength of Israel will not lie,
it is the stated word of defiance, concluded fit to justify the Duel or the Stab. On the other side, God Glories in this, that he is not a man that he should lie, that the strength of Israel will not lie,
Is it the denunciation of Future Vengeance? The Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire, taking Vengeance upon Unbelievers,
Is it the denunciation of Future Vengeance? The Lord jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire, taking Vengeance upon Unbelievers,
Is it Old or New, Past, or present Instances of Vengeance? Were not the body of this people newly cut off for unbelief ? And of ancient dayes, whose were the Carcasses that fell in the Wilderness ;
Is it Old or New, Past, or present Instances of Vengeance? Were not the body of this people newly Cut off for unbelief? And of ancient days, whose were the Carcases that fell in the Wilderness;
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I conceive, now the first Question to be stated, viz. Whether (according to the tenor of the Scripture) Infidelity were sinful and dangerous, in the time of the delivery of the Scriptures :
I conceive, now the First Question to be stated, viz. Whither (according to the tenor of the Scripture) Infidelity were sinful and dangerous, in the time of the delivery of the Scriptures:
I proceed to the second Question, viz. ( However it was in antient times. ) 2. Whether Infidelity, be not in such times as ours Excusable? My meaning is this:
I proceed to the second Question, viz. (However it was in ancient times.) 2. Whither Infidelity, be not in such times as ours Excusable? My meaning is this:
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Whether (speaking according to Scriptural grounds, and reason) Now that Miracles, extraordinary gifts and Prophesies are ceased, Infidelity be not become Excusable (however it might be Sinful and inexcusable during the time when Prophesies and Miracles were in use?)
Whither (speaking according to Scriptural grounds, and reason) Now that Miracles, extraordinary Gifts and prophecies Are ceased, Infidelity be not become Excusable (however it might be Sinful and inexcusable during the time when prophecies and Miracles were in use?)
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In the Times of the Patriarchs, Judges, Kings, and Prophets by the Wayes of Visions, Dreams, Voices, •imilitudes, Ʋrim, and by divers miracles and wonders.
In the Times of the Patriarchs, Judges, Kings, and prophets by the Ways of Visions, Dreams, Voices, •imilitudes, Ʋrim, and by diverse Miracles and wonders.
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About the time of the Writing of this Epistle; God had spoken to them by his Son (the brightness of his Glory, the image of his person) And by the Apostles, to whom also he bare Witness, by mighty signes and wonders, by divers miracles and gifts of the Holy Ghost.
About the time of the Writing of this Epistle; God had spoken to them by his Son (the brightness of his Glory, the image of his person) And by the Apostles, to whom also he bore Witness, by mighty Signs and wonders, by diverse Miracles and Gifts of the Holy Ghost.
Now that Such men as these, who had so great advantages to bring them to believe, should be severely punished for Infidelity, I am perswaded there is hardly any man,
Now that Such men as these, who had so great advantages to bring them to believe, should be severely punished for Infidelity, I am persuaded there is hardly any man,
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That such as had seen the wonders of God, in Egypt and the Wilderness, so manifestly miraculous, so often repeated, and yet for all this would not believe, that their Carcasses should fall in the Wilderness.
That such as had seen the wonders of God, in Egypt and the Wilderness, so manifestly miraculous, so often repeated, and yet for all this would not believe, that their Carcases should fallen in the Wilderness.
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That these men, did not believe the Prophets, it is manifest; Christ tells them, if they had believed the Prophets, they would have believed him: for they wrote of him,
That these men, did not believe the prophets, it is manifest; christ tells them, if they had believed the prophets, they would have believed him: for they wrote of him,
But that they would have beleived the Prophets, (and not have murthered them) had they lived in their times, this they pretend: and it is very probable they had that opinion.
But that they would have believed the prophets, (and not have murdered them) had they lived in their times, this they pretend: and it is very probable they had that opinion.
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But the Truth is, these men were abominable Hypocrites, and the cause of their Unbelief, was not the want of miracles and Prophesies but Carnal prejudice, and interest, and the Vile affections of their hearts.
But the Truth is, these men were abominable Hypocrites, and the cause of their Unbelief, was not the want of Miracles and prophecies but Carnal prejudice, and Interest, and the Vile affections of their hearts.
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Of which suppositions, the first is contrary to common Reason, and the two later are contrary to Scriptural Reason, and to the experience of the world.
Of which suppositions, the First is contrary to Common Reason, and the two later Are contrary to Scriptural Reason, and to the experience of the world.
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1. If the want of the sight of miracles were enough to justifie Infidelity, then for every Dogma to be believed, Every Individual person, were to expect the sight of miracles; which if it should happen, the wonder would cease, and miracles become No miracles, by the frequency of the performances of them,
1. If the want of the sighed of Miracles were enough to justify Infidelity, then for every Dogma to be believed, Every Individu person, were to expect the sighed of Miracles; which if it should happen, the wonder would cease, and Miracles become No Miracles, by the frequency of the performances of them,
Every work of nature, is in it self a miracle; Who would not think it easier to recover a man, (who had all his parts and humours already formed,) from the dead, then from that liquid principle whereof Job speakes, to raise up flesh and skin, bones and sinews :
Every work of nature, is in it self a miracle; Who would not think it Easier to recover a man, (who had all his parts and humours already formed,) from the dead, then from that liquid principle whereof Job speaks, to raise up Flesh and skin, bones and sinews:
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to Advance an understanding creature, capable of Adoring or blaspheming the maker of him? Yet that is a miracle, and this is none, onely through the rarity of one, and frequency of the other.
to Advance an understanding creature, capable of Adoring or blaspheming the maker of him? Yet that is a miracle, and this is none, only through the rarity of one, and frequency of the other.
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Jesus said unto Thomas, because thou hast seen — thou hast believed, B•essed are they that have not seen, yet have believed. This for the first supposition.
jesus said unto Thomas, Because thou hast seen — thou hast believed, B•essed Are they that have not seen, yet have believed. This for the First supposition.
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2. The second is this, that to live in the very age of miracles, is apter to create a belief, then to live in a believing nation a good time after the times of Miracles.
2. The second is this, that to live in the very age of Miracles, is apter to create a belief, then to live in a believing Nation a good time After the times of Miracles.
whereas the Apostles complain of the paucity of professors, and the Infidelity of the Jews, in the Age of Christ and his Apostles, was so great and resolute that it hath a fatal operation upon that nation unto this day.
whereas the Apostles complain of the paucity of professors, and the Infidelity of the jews, in the Age of christ and his Apostles, was so great and resolute that it hath a fatal operation upon that Nation unto this day.
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and to advance a paradox, where that I may not lean on my own understanding, I beseech you to Consider, our Saviours decision of the Question which we have in hand.
and to advance a paradox, where that I may not lean on my own understanding, I beseech you to Consider, our Saviors decision of the Question which we have in hand.
I suppose, I may take it for granted, that the Condition of the Jews in our Saviours time, was in respect of Moses, the same (as to the matter in Question) with our Condition in respect of Christ.
I suppose, I may take it for granted, that the Condition of the jews in our Saviors time, was in respect of Moses, the same (as to the matter in Question) with our Condition in respect of christ.
In the times succeeding Moses, God for a Season continued the sensible manifestation of his presence, by miracles. So he did likewise in the times succeeding Christ.
In the times succeeding Moses, God for a Season continued the sensible manifestation of his presence, by Miracles. So he did likewise in the times succeeding christ.
But before the time of our Saviour both miracles and Prophesies had a long time ceased. We see not our Tokens (saith the Psalmist) there is not one Prophet left;
But before the time of our Saviour both Miracles and prophecies had a long time ceased. We see not our Tokens (Says the Psalmist) there is not one Prophet left;
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So that, if the Question be proposed concerning those J•ws; whether the present miracles of Christ, or the complexion of Motives which they had, to induce them to believe the writings of Moses, were apter to create belief, It is the same with our Question, Whether the liveing in The time of Miracles, or our Motives ; are more powerful to believing. To determine which Question; we may observe;
So that, if the Question be proposed Concerning those J•ws; whither the present Miracles of christ, or the complexion of Motives which they had, to induce them to believe the writings of Moses, were apter to create belief, It is the same with our Question, Whither the living in The time of Miracles, or our Motives; Are more powerful to believing. To determine which Question; we may observe;
That the Apostles after the sight of all our Saviours miracles, Continued in unbelief, till he had opened unto them the Scriptures, of Moses and the Prophets. That after many miracles, he refers the Jews to the searching of the Scriptures; (bringing them a notiori ad ignotius. ) And in the the 5 of John and the 47. he decides this Question by another, if ye do not believe the writings of Moses, how shall ye believe my Words?
That the Apostles After the sighed of all our Saviors Miracles, Continued in unbelief, till he had opened unto them the Scriptures, of Moses and the prophets. That After many Miracles, he refers the jews to the searching of the Scriptures; (bringing them a notiori ad ignotius.) And in the the 5 of John and the 47. he decides this Question by Another, if you do not believe the writings of Moses, how shall you believe my Words?
We ought indeed to owne it, to the eternal Glory of our Blessed Redeemer, that the Faith of Christians is founded upon his Miracles as well as on his Doctrine, and example. And he himself tells the Jews, that if he had not done miracles they should not have had sin ( i. e. the Sin of Infidelity. ) But Now to dream of miracles, and hanker after them;
We ought indeed to own it, to the Eternal Glory of our Blessed Redeemer, that the Faith of Christians is founded upon his Miracles as well as on his Doctrine, and Exampl. And he himself tells the jews, that if he had not done Miracles they should not have had since (i. e. the since of Infidelity.) But Now to dream of Miracles, and hanker After them;
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or to think to Excuse our Infidelity, for want of the sight of them, ( as if that alone would certainly make believers of us all,) it argues that we have been sloathful readers of the Scriptures.
or to think to Excuse our Infidelity, for want of the sighed of them, (as if that alone would Certainly make believers of us all,) it argues that we have been slothful Readers of the Scriptures.
according to his parable of the sower. Some of them lighted upon hearts that were honest and good, and brought forth the fruit of believing. Others fell by the way side, or upon stony places, or among the Thornes.
according to his parable of the sour. some of them lighted upon hearts that were honest and good, and brought forth the fruit of believing. Others fell by the Way side, or upon stony places, or among the Thorns.
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The fear of persecution by them in the People; The Cares of the World, and deceitfulness of riches, The pleasures and lusts, to which the Austerities of the Gospel-rules, were opposit;
The Fear of persecution by them in the People; The Cares of the World, and deceitfulness of riches, The pleasures and Lustiest, to which the Austerities of the Gospel-rules, were opposite;
If the sight of Miracles alone, were sufficient to produce belief, in all kinds of Spectators, certainly the Scribes and Pharisees, (who by their learning were able to Judge of a miracle,) the Countrymen and Kinsmen of Christ ( with whom he was most Conversant, ) should have been most Eminent in believing.
If the sighed of Miracles alone, were sufficient to produce belief, in all Kinds of Spectators, Certainly the Scribes and Pharisees, (who by their learning were able to Judge of a miracle,) the Countrymen and Kinsmen of christ (with whom he was most Conversant,) should have been most Eminent in believing.
As for the People, In the 6 of John we find, that Christ fed 5000 men with 5 loavs and 2 small fishes, so that they said this is of a truth that Prophet.
As for the People, In the 6 of John we find, that christ fed 5000 men with 5 loavs and 2 small Fish, so that they said this is of a truth that Prophet.
But the Very next day ( ver. 22.) the Very men that had eaten of the loaves (26) Said unto him what sign shewest thou that we may beleive? what dost thou work! (30.) as if a miracle had not been a Signe!
But the Very next day (for. 22.) the Very men that had eaten of the loaves (26) Said unto him what Signen shewest thou that we may believe? what dost thou work! (30.) as if a miracle had not been a Signen!
If it were granted to these persons, to see a miracle, what kind of miracle would they chuse, to convince their understandings, and settel them in religion ? We are here I confess in loco Conjecturali, and no man can tell what miracle another man would chuse,
If it were granted to these Persons, to see a miracle, what kind of miracle would they choose, to convince their understandings, and settel them in Religion? We Are Here I confess in loco Conjecturali, and no man can tell what miracle Another man would choose,
They might once be allowed to see and converse with some one, that might rise from the dead who might resolve their Questions, concerning the condition of those that are in Hades.
They might once be allowed to see and converse with Some one, that might rise from the dead who might resolve their Questions, Concerning the condition of those that Are in Hades.
3. I say then, that our Saviour who knew, what was in man, and needed not that any one should tell him foreseeing this Phantastical conceit, hath shewed the folly of it, and preoccupated this vain resort.
3. I say then, that our Saviour who knew, what was in man, and needed not that any one should tell him Foreseeing this Fantastical conceit, hath showed the folly of it, and preoccupated this vain resort.
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And if any one should imagine, that this determination was but Conjectural, Our Saviour afterward tries the Experiment, and raises another Lazarus from the dead.
And if any one should imagine, that this determination was but Conjectural, Our Saviour afterwards tries the Experiment, and raises Another Lazarus from the dead.
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So much of the first Supposition, in the Caveat of the text, the Sinfulness of Infidelity, in General at all times, And the Inexcusableness in our times, which makes it our Duty to take heed of it;
So much of the First Supposition, in the Caveat of the text, the Sinfulness of Infidelity, in General At all times, And the Inexcusableness in our times, which makes it our Duty to take heed of it;
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For if this be clear, the Exhortation will be powerful, take heed brethren, &c. Now, the Danger of falling into infidelity, is in it self so conspicuous, and made so sensible by every day ' s experience, that I wish the proof of it were difficult, so as to Justify a studious & laborious demonstration of it.
For if this be clear, the Exhortation will be powerful, take heed brothers, etc. Now, the Danger of falling into infidelity, is in it self so conspicuous, and made so sensible by every day ' s experience, that I wish the proof of it were difficult, so as to Justify a studious & laborious demonstration of it.
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The greatest Helps and Advantages against unbelief. I conceive to be these ensueing. 1. Evidences of Gods Presence. 2. Or these lighting on a good understanding.
The greatest Helps and Advantages against unbelief. I conceive to be these ensuing. 1. Evidences of God's Presence. 2. Or these lighting on a good understanding.
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3. At least upon the Ablest of men. 4. Such as have held Communion with God. 5. Or have been eminent for the habit and exercise of faith. 6. or these with warnings to prevent the Danger of falling. 7. And those reiterated. Yet all these, have not preserved good men from sometimes falling, A word of each.
3. At least upon the Ablest of men. 4. Such as have held Communion with God. 5. Or have been eminent for the habit and exercise of faith. 6. or these with Warnings to prevent the Danger of falling. 7. And those reiterated. Yet all these, have not preserved good men from sometime falling, A word of each.
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In Egypt in their passage over the red Sea, in the Wilderness, my presence, saith God, shall go along with you, They were conducted by a Pillar of a Cloud, &c. they were Supported, and Corrected by Visible and palpable instances of Gods power and presence. Yet they tempted and grieved the Spirit of God, by their Infidelity, for they believed not for all his Wondrous Works.
In Egypt in their passage over the read Sea, in the Wilderness, my presence, Says God, shall go along with you, They were conducted by a Pillar of a Cloud, etc. they were Supported, and Corrected by Visible and palpable instances of God's power and presence. Yet they tempted and grieved the Spirit of God, by their Infidelity, for they believed not for all his Wondrous Works.
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If God should once manifest himself, to a wise and understanding person (Such as we take our selves to be) We may think it impossible to fall into unbelief.
If God should once manifest himself, to a wise and understanding person (Such as we take our selves to be) We may think it impossible to fallen into unbelief.
I suppose it will be no disparagement to these Objectors, to say, that Solomon might be as Wise and Knowing, as Wary and Philosophical as they. And as for the manifestation of Gods presence, the Scripture tells us Expressly, that God appeared to him at Gibeon. Where he made a promise to him which he performed.
I suppose it will be no disparagement to these Objectors, to say, that Solomon might be as Wise and Knowing, as Wary and Philosophical as they. And as for the manifestation of God's presence, the Scripture tells us Expressly, that God appeared to him At Gibeon. Where he made a promise to him which he performed.
and his Dotage upon his Idolatrous wives, which turned away his heart, but that it could not have preceeded from him, before his understanding was empayred.
and his Dotage upon his Idolatrous wives, which turned away his heart, but that it could not have preceded from him, before his understanding was impaired.
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4. But Adam though he had perfection of Nature yet he wanted Grace, whereby he might have held Communion with God, which having been once enjoyed, would for ever have kept him from infidelity, or deliberate sin, which alwayes proceeds from it.
4. But Adam though he had perfection of Nature yet he wanted Grace, whereby he might have held Communion with God, which having been once enjoyed, would for ever have kept him from infidelity, or deliberate since, which always proceeds from it.
5. But perhaps it may be thought, that though David was an Excellent man, yet seeing his Eminency lay not in the gift of Faith, but in Zeal, or in some other Grace, the danger may not yet be so very considerable.
5. But perhaps it may be Thought, that though David was an Excellent man, yet seeing his Eminency lay not in the gift of Faith, but in Zeal, or in Some other Grace, the danger may not yet be so very considerable.
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Behold then even Abraham: the Darling of the almighty, who conversed with God as a man converseth with his Friend: to whom God communicated his presence in Dreams, in Visions, in Apparitions, NONLATINALPHABET.
Behold then even Abraham: the Darling of the almighty, who conversed with God as a man Converseth with his Friend: to whom God communicated his presence in Dreams, in Visions, in Apparitions,.
Consider then the Case, of Peter, the first of the Apostles. He had been closely conversant with Christ during all the time of his Ministry. Was a witness of his miracles, saw his Transfiguration, Heard the Voice which came to him from the Excellent glory, saying this is my beloved Son —
Consider then the Case, of Peter, the First of the Apostles. He had been closely conversant with christ during all the time of his Ministry. Was a witness of his Miracles, saw his Transfiguration, Herd the Voice which Come to him from the Excellent glory, saying this is my Beloved Son —
As for his faith, he it was, that made that Confession, upon which the the Christian Church is founded. And Christ had prayed for him that his faith should not fail. He was a Valiant man ;
As for his faith, he it was, that made that Confessi, upon which the the Christian Church is founded. And christ had prayed for him that his faith should not fail. He was a Valiant man;
and he Undertook that though he died, he would neither forsake, nor deny, his Master. When Christ forewarns him, plainly and punctually, that his faith would fail him.
and he Undertook that though he died, he would neither forsake, nor deny, his Master. When christ forewarns him, plainly and punctually, that his faith would fail him.
Wherefore let us call to mind the Case of all the Apostles, in the great Foundation of our Faith the Article of Christs Resurrection. When these temptations were away.
Wherefore let us call to mind the Case of all the Apostles, in the great Foundation of our Faith the Article of Christ Resurrection. When these temptations were away.
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The resurrection of the dead was in those times so commonly believed, that it was conceived of Christ, that he was one of the Old Prophets risen from the Dead, and Herod said he was John the Baptist risen from the dead.
The resurrection of the dead was in those times so commonly believed, that it was conceived of christ, that he was one of the Old prophets risen from the Dead, and Herod said he was John the Baptist risen from the dead.
So Openly that the Jews took notice of it ( this deceiver said that the third day he would rise again ) moreover he promised them plainly that after he was risen, he would go before them into Galelie, and appointed them a certain Mountain where they should see him. Yet after he was risen;
So Openly that the jews took notice of it (this deceiver said that the third day he would rise again) moreover he promised them plainly that After he was risen, he would go before them into Galelie, and appointed them a certain Mountain where they should see him. Yet After he was risen;
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If these things have been done to the green tree, what may be done to the dry ? If the worthies and the mighty have fallen (how have the mighty fallen?) ought not the feeble to take care ? Yes certainly they ought.
If these things have been done to the green tree, what may be done to the dry? If the worthies and the mighty have fallen (how have the mighty fallen?) ought not the feeble to take care? Yes Certainly they ought.
Now the Meanes to prevent the falling into Infidelity are the Arguments evincing the truth of the Gospel which are very numerous. Whereof I cannot now speak particularly.
Now the Means to prevent the falling into Infidelity Are the Arguments evincing the truth of the Gospel which Are very numerous. Whereof I cannot now speak particularly.
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When the Pharisees said unto Christ, thy Record is not true, because thou bearest record of thy self. I am one (saith Christ) that bear record of my self, and the Father that sent me, beareth witness of me.
When the Pharisees said unto christ, thy Record is not true, Because thou bearest record of thy self. I am one (Says christ) that bear record of my self, and the Father that sent me, bears witness of me.
Moreover he tells the Disciples that the Comforter should testify of him. And ye also shall bear witness, because ye have been with me from the beginning.
Moreover he tells the Disciples that the Comforter should testify of him. And you also shall bear witness, Because you have been with me from the beginning.
and that he did, by 1. Visible Signes, and 2. Audible Voices, 3. by Mission of Angels, 4. by Cooperating in his Miracles, &c. 1. At his Nativity, a new Star appeared.
and that he did, by 1. Visible Signs, and 2. Audible Voices, 3. by Mission of Angels, 4. by Cooperating in his Miracles, etc. 1. At his Nativity, a new Star appeared.
a voice from heaven, Saying, This is my beloved Son — At his Transfiguration a Voice came out of a cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son — hear him.
a voice from heaven, Saying, This is my Beloved Son — At his Transfiguration a Voice Come out of a cloud, which said, This is my Beloved Son — hear him.
A little before his death, as he was Praying " Father, glorifie thy Name, There came a voice from heaven, Saying, " I have both glorified it, and will glorify it again.
A little before his death, as he was Praying " Father, Glorify thy Name, There Come a voice from heaven, Saying, " I have both glorified it, and will Glorify it again.
3. For mission of Angels by the Father, We find them still ready upon all occasions from before his Coming down, to the time of his Ascension into Heaven.
3. For mission of Angels by the Father, We find them still ready upon all occasions from before his Coming down, to the time of his Ascension into Heaven.
Before his Conception, the Angel Gabriel appeared to Zachary and to Mary, before his Nativity to Joseph saying fear not Joseph. At the time of his Nativity a whole Chorus appeared to the Sheapheards.
Before his Conception, the Angel Gabriel appeared to Zachary and to Marry, before his Nativity to Joseph saying Fear not Joseph. At the time of his Nativity a Whole Chorus appeared to the Shepherds.
4. The Father cooperated with him, according to that of our Saviour the father worketh hitherto and I work. — &c. These are some of the Attestations of the Father.
4. The Father cooperated with him, according to that of our Saviour the father works hitherto and I work. — etc. These Are Some of the Attestations of the Father.
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His Generation was such as cannot be declared, he was born at Bethlem, of the tribe of Juda, of the Family of David, about 490. years after the return from Captivity. When the Scepter was just now departed from Juda.
His Generation was such as cannot be declared, he was born At Bethlehem, of the tribe of Juda, of the Family of David, about 490. Years After the return from Captivity. When the Sceptre was just now departed from Juda.
his Power was shewen througout the vniversal System of the World, the Angels good and evil, the Heavens, Elements, Plants, Fishes, Brutes, Health and Sickness, Life and Death, were all obedient unto his Word.
his Power was shown throughout the universal System of the World, the Angels good and evil, the Heavens, Elements, Plants, Fish, Brutus's, Health and Sickness, Life and Death, were all obedient unto his Word.
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He made an Attonement by his Obedience, and by his sufferings to the least punctilio (to the taking of a little Vinegar ) and when all things were fulfilled, He cryed with a loud voice NONLATINALPHABET it is finished,
He made an Atonement by his obedience, and by his sufferings to the least punctilio (to the taking of a little Vinegar) and when all things were fulfilled, He cried with a loud voice it is finished,
Moreover, for the Justification of his Gospel ( and that he might leave no place for Infidelity ;) he rose again from the dead, appeared to many Convinced them by all their senses;
Moreover, for the Justification of his Gospel (and that he might leave no place for Infidelity;) he rose again from the dead, appeared to many Convinced them by all their Senses;
Moreover, In his Resurrection he was declared the Son of God, with power by the Holy Ghost. After his Ascention, the Holy Ghost fulfilled all his undertakings, In that Grand Manifestation at Pentecost ;
Moreover, In his Resurrection he was declared the Son of God, with power by the Holy Ghost. After his Ascension, the Holy Ghost fulfilled all his undertakings, In that Grand Manifestation At Pentecost;
2. And for the Apostles (the Promulgers of it) Besides the Change of their Spirits from darkness to light, Whereby they were led out of Ignorance and Infidelity, into all Truth.
2. And for the Apostles (the Promulgers of it) Beside the Change of their Spirits from darkness to Light, Whereby they were led out of Ignorance and Infidelity, into all Truth.
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And from torpid and pusillanimous persons, during the life of their Master, they became, when he was dead, the most active and magnanimous in the world.
And from torpid and pusillanimous Persons, during the life of their Master, they became, when he was dead, the most active and magnanimous in the world.
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( I say, besides this Change ) They had bestowed upon them, All things necessary (either for their, 1. Own Assurance, Or for the 2. Conviction of the World. ( Concerning the truth of the Gospel which they delivered. ) I.
(I say, beside this Change) They had bestowed upon them, All things necessary (either for their, 1. Own Assurance, Or for the 2. Conviction of the World. (Concerning the truth of the Gospel which they Delivered.) I.
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They had diversities of gifts and Different Administrations. To one was given the Word of Wisdom, to another the Word of Knowledg, to another Faith, to another the gift of Healing, to another Miracles, Prophesies, Discerning of Spirits, The gift of Tongues.
They had diversities of Gifts and Different Administrations. To one was given the Word of Wisdom, to Another the Word of Knowledge, to Another Faith, to Another the gift of Healing, to Another Miracles, prophecies, Discerning of Spirits, The gift of Tongues.
and that he did, so far, that I shall be justified by Christ himself, if I shall affirm, that the Apostles after his death ▪ did greater miracles then he himself did in his life.
and that he did, so Far, that I shall be justified by christ himself, if I shall affirm, that the Apostles After his death ▪ did greater Miracles then he himself did in his life.
Of the same kind with our Saviours, some they performed, by means, having an appearance of greater strangeness, (Christ healed by his touch, his word his spittle, Peter by his shadow, Paul by Handkerchiefs taken from his body.) But one great thing there was, wherein they exceeded;
Of the same kind with our Saviors, Some they performed, by means, having an appearance of greater strangeness, (christ healed by his touch, his word his spittle, Peter by his shadow, Paul by Handkerchiefs taken from his body.) But one great thing there was, wherein they exceeded;
The Great and Manifest, and frequent Effusions of the Spirit, The Reception of it upon themselves, the communication of it to others, by Prayer, Preaching, Laying on of Hands;
The Great and Manifest, and frequent Effusions of the Spirit, The Reception of it upon themselves, the communication of it to Others, by Prayer, Preaching, Laying on of Hands;
By these it was that the unbelieving world was conv•nced, and even Simon Magus himself, It is by the power and Vertue of those effusions that we are here met together at this time, that the World continues Christian at this day.
By these it was that the unbelieving world was conv•nced, and even Simon Magus himself, It is by the power and Virtue of those effusions that we Are Here met together At this time, that the World continues Christian At this day.
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My text it self is an Application, by way of Exhortation, Exhortations are enforced by Reasons of Duty and Concernment, and these I have •itherto endeavoured to lay before you.
My text it self is an Application, by Way of Exhortation, Exhortations Are Enforced by Reasons of Duty and Concernment, and these I have •itherto endeavoured to lay before you.
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If the time would suffer it, and I were speaking to a Common or Injudicious Auditory, I might think my self concerned, after all that hath been spoken to the understanding, to Apply my discourse to your affections, I should take unto me the various forms of Application used in this Epistle. I would Reprove, Rebuke, Exhort ;
If the time would suffer it, and I were speaking to a Common or Injudicious Auditory, I might think my self concerned, After all that hath been spoken to the understanding, to Apply my discourse to your affections, I should take unto me the various forms of Application used in this Epistle. I would Reprove, Rebuke, Exhort;
I would lift up my voice like a Watchmans trumpet, warning you from the Lord, concerning that Spirit of irreligion and infidelity which is said to have overspread the land.
I would lift up my voice like a Watchman's trumpet, warning you from the Lord, Concerning that Spirit of irreligion and infidelity which is said to have overspread the land.
I would take to my self a Lamentation, yea it should be for a Lamentation, for the Professors of Infidelity, and the Infidelity of Professors, every where.
I would take to my self a Lamentation, yea it should be for a Lamentation, for the Professors of Infidelity, and the Infidelity of Professors, every where.
I may onely pray to God to give you understanding in all things, and beseech you earnestly to consider what hath been spoken, Concluding in the words of the Text, Take heed brethren,
I may only pray to God to give you understanding in all things, and beseech you earnestly to Consider what hath been spoken, Concluding in the words of the Text, Take heed brothers,
