Gray hayres crowned with grace. A sermon preached at Redriff, Aug. 1. 1654. at the funerall of that reverend, eminently learned and faithfull minister of Jesus Christ Mr Thomas Gataker.
WHosoever knew this Reverend man (either by his own acquaintance or the true Report of others) whose Funerall doth occasion this great Assembly, will acknowledge that my Text is suitable unto the occasion of our meeting.
WHosoever knew this Reverend man (either by his own acquaintance or the true Report of Others) whose Funeral does occasion this great Assembly, will acknowledge that my Text is suitable unto the occasion of our meeting.
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These Proverbs are grave Sentences full of worth and weight, which are the rather to be pondered seriously because of the Authours wisedom and authority;
These Proverbs Are grave Sentences full of worth and weight, which Are the rather to be pondered seriously Because of the Authors Wisdom and Authority;
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They are intire Propositions (especially from the beginning of the 10th Chapter) and therefore (for the most part) to be considered without any context or coherence at all.
They Are entire Propositions (especially from the beginning of the 10th Chapter) and Therefore (for the most part) to be considered without any context or coherence At all.
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Every Proverb is like a precious Pearl tending to inrich all them with spiritual wisedom, who shall make faithfull improvement thereof through Gods speciall grace.
Every Proverb is like a precious Pearl tending to enrich all them with spiritual Wisdom, who shall make faithful improvement thereof through God's special grace.
The Subject or the matter spoken unto is, The hoary head. And the Predicate or that which is asserted lieth in the words following, It is a Crown of glory if it be found in a way of righteousnesse. Wherein two things are notable.
The Subject or the matter spoken unto is, The hoary head. And the Predicate or that which is asserted lies in the words following, It is a Crown of glory if it be found in a Way of righteousness. Wherein two things Are notable.
And the language is likewise Metaphoricall, for man in his declining age seemeth to be compared unto the Winter, the latter part of the year, wherein the superficies of the earth is white, being covered with hoary frost.
And the language is likewise Metaphorical, for man in his declining age seems to be compared unto the Winter, the latter part of the year, wherein the superficies of the earth is white, being covered with hoary frost.
If enquiry be made, what is meant by the Crown of glory? I answer, that there is an Hebraism in the words, viz. a Crown of glory put for a glorious Crown:
If enquiry be made, what is meant by the Crown of glory? I answer, that there is an Hebraism in the words, viz. a Crown of glory put for a glorious Crown:
The word glory noteth credit or excellency, as when the strength of the young man is called his glory. Some do render the phrase, A Diadem of glory, The Diadem properly signifying a wreathed hatband, with which the ancient Kings did content themselves,
The word glory notes credit or excellency, as when the strength of the young man is called his glory. some do render the phrase, A Diadem of glory, The Diadem properly signifying a wreathed hatband, with which the ancient Kings did content themselves,
The Crown is appropriated rather unto Kings and Queens amongst the children of men, and here it is set upon the head of the aged person to betoken peculiar honour appertaining to old age;
The Crown is appropriated rather unto Kings and Queen's among the children of men, and Here it is Set upon the head of the aged person to betoken peculiar honour appertaining to old age;
Although the phrase is variously rendred by Interpreters a Crown of glory, a Crown of comelinesse, a Crown of ornament, yet the sense is the same in the judgement of all, viz. that old-age is honourable. And to this purpose is the Crown applied unto others in the holy Scriptures, viz. by Solomon unto Parents and their children mutually.
Although the phrase is variously rendered by Interpreters a Crown of glory, a Crown of comeliness, a Crown of ornament, yet the sense is the same in the judgement of all, viz. that Old age is honourable. And to this purpose is the Crown applied unto Others in the holy Scriptures, viz. by Solomon unto Parents and their children mutually.
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and upon the same account the Apostle Paul calleth the Philippians his Crown, esteeming it his high honour that they were brought to Christ by his Ministry.
and upon the same account the Apostle Paul calls the Philippians his Crown, esteeming it his high honour that they were brought to christ by his Ministry.
In this place it noteth a carefull conformity unto the revealed will of God, all whose Commandments are righteousnesse; In which respect Moses saith, This shall be our righteousness if we observe to do all these Commandments.
In this place it notes a careful conformity unto the revealed will of God, all whose commandments Are righteousness; In which respect Moses Says, This shall be our righteousness if we observe to do all these commandments.
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Now before I apply Righteousnesse in this sense unto the truth in the Text, I must necessarily distinguish betwixt righteousnesse Legal and Evangelical.
Now before I apply Righteousness in this sense unto the truth in the Text, I must necessarily distinguish betwixt righteousness Legal and Evangelical.
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And thus our first Parents were habitually righteous at their first creation, and our blessed Saviour was actually Christ the Righteous, But all Adams posterity fall short hereof both in their nature and practice.
And thus our First Parents were habitually righteous At their First creation, and our blessed Saviour was actually christ the Righteous, But all Adams posterity fallen short hereof both in their nature and practice.
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So in the estate of Regeneration, so many are the imperfections of them who are most compleat on earth, that in the sense aforesaid they cannot be accounted righteous.
So in the estate of Regeneration, so many Are the imperfections of them who Are most complete on earth, that in the sense aforesaid they cannot be accounted righteous.
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Though David is called a man after Gods own heart, yet his praier and testimony do attest this truth, Enter not into judgement with thy Servant, O Lord,
Though David is called a man After God's own heart, yet his prayer and testimony do attest this truth, Enter not into judgement with thy Servant, Oh Lord,
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And this Evangelicall righteousnesse doth consist 1. partly in their sincere endeavour to reach perfection, in which respect they are described to be such who follow after righteousnesse, whereupon God accepting the will for the deed doth call them rigbteous. 2. And principally, in the imputation of Christs righteousnesse unto them upon their humble fiduciall closures with him by faith unfained, who is the Lord our righteousnesse; Now of this righteousnesse is the Text to be understood.
And this Evangelical righteousness does consist 1. partly in their sincere endeavour to reach perfection, in which respect they Are described to be such who follow After righteousness, whereupon God accepting the will for the deed does call them rigbteous. 2. And principally, in the imputation of Christ righteousness unto them upon their humble fiducial closures with him by faith unfeigned, who is the Lord our righteousness; Now of this righteousness is the Text to be understood.
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I answer, That Gods Servants being as strangers and sojourners in this world, and their life being a travelling toward heaven their long home, where they look for their everlasting abode;
I answer, That God's Servants being as Strangers and sojourners in this world, and their life being a traveling towards heaven their long home, where they look for their everlasting Abided;
This Solomon seemeth to speak unto, very clearly and fully, The path of the righteous is as the shining light which shineth more and more unto the perfect day.
This Solomon seems to speak unto, very clearly and Fully, The path of the righteous is as the shining Light which shines more and more unto the perfect day.
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And to the third demand, I answer, That a person may be said to be found in the way of righteousnesse, when there is conspicuity and permanency in a godly conversation;
And to the third demand, I answer, That a person may be said to be found in the Way of righteousness, when there is conspicuity and permanency in a godly Conversation;
and is kept burning (according to the advice of Christ) that men may see his good works, as it is said, that Paul saw the grace of God, in the Christians at Antioch; so here when the seed of righteousnesse rooted in the hearts of aged persons doth so bud and fructifie in their lives that such who converse with them do or may finde apparent effocts of Gods grace in them,
and is kept burning (according to the Advice of christ) that men may see his good works, as it is said, that Paul saw the grace of God, in the Christians At Antioch; so Here when the seed of righteousness rooted in the hearts of aged Persons does so bud and fructify in their lives that such who converse with them doe or may find apparent effocts of God's grace in them,
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but proceed according to promise, unto the handling of that seasonable Point of Doctrine which is held forth from this Text. The hoary head is a Crown of glory if it be found in the way of righteousnesse.
but proceed according to promise, unto the handling of that seasonable Point of Doctrine which is held forth from this Text. The hoary head is a Crown of glory if it be found in the Way of righteousness.
5. And this truth, in this latitude, hath been, is, and will be appliable unto all aged persons, found in the way of righteousnesse, in all the ages of the world.
5. And this truth, in this latitude, hath been, is, and will be appliable unto all aged Persons, found in the Way of righteousness, in all the ages of the world.
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In which respect (as some Expositors judg) the hoary head is compared by Solomon, to the Almond tree flourishing, when the white blossoms do render it very beautifull.
In which respect (as Some Expositors judge) the hoary head is compared by Solomon, to the Almond tree flourishing, when the white blossoms do render it very beautiful.
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and many of Gods Worthies there recorded, have this character of honour put upon them, that they died in a good old age and full of dayes (viz.) Abraham, Gideon, David.
and many of God's Worthies there recorded, have this character of honour put upon them, that they died in a good old age and full of days (viz.) Abraham, gideon, David.
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And therefore under this Notion, many are registred in holy writ to their everlasting credit in the Church of Christ, ( viz.) Mnason of Cyprus that old Disciple;
And Therefore under this Notion, many Are registered in holy writ to their everlasting credit in the Church of christ, (viz.) Mnason of Cyprus that old Disciple;
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2. Because aged persons, thus qualified, are the Emblems of God himself, who is called the ancient of dayes; and of Jesus Christ, in whose metaphoricall description, this is one expression;
2. Because aged Persons, thus qualified, Are the Emblems of God himself, who is called the ancient of days; and of jesus christ, in whose metaphorical description, this is one expression;
3. Because the righteous are admitted into near relation and affection with God who is their Father, and loveth them dearly. The Lord loveth the righteous.
3. Because the righteous Are admitted into near Relation and affection with God who is their Father, and loves them dearly. The Lord loves the righteous.
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The Application followeth, which I will give, in manifold Uses, under four heads. The first sort of Uses are for Information in three particulars well worthy our consideration.
The Application follows, which I will give, in manifold Uses, under four Heads. The First sort of Uses Are for Information in three particulars well worthy our consideration.
Therefore Solomon saith not, The hoary head is a Crown of glory, if found in the way of raised parts, of great learning, of martiall courage, of large commands in the world,
Therefore Solomon Says not, The hoary head is a Crown of glory, if found in the Way of raised parts, of great learning, of martial courage, of large commands in the world,
My text telleth you the thoughts of wise Solomon, and if you will hearken unto his father David, you shall understand, that his apprehensions were not different.
My text Telleth you the thoughts of wise Solomon, and if you will harken unto his father David, you shall understand, that his apprehensions were not different.
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The Saints (saith he) and the excellent in whom is all my delight. Whence it is notable, that the Psalmist there doth not only express his judgment personally,
The Saints (Says he) and the excellent in whom is all my delight. Whence it is notable, that the Psalmist there does not only express his judgement personally,
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And if this be not sufficient to clear the truth of my inference, consider his confident assertion to Saul his Courtiers, who prided themselves in their Courtship,
And if this be not sufficient to clear the truth of my Inference, Consider his confident assertion to Saul his Courtiers, who prided themselves in their Courtship,
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Know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: whereas all other persons whatsoever are looked upon by the Lord as lumber, these are his peculiar treasure.
Know that the Lord hath Set apart him that is godly for himself: whereas all other Persons whatsoever Are looked upon by the Lord as lumber, these Are his peculiar treasure.
If righteousnesse be a Crown, though it be attained in old age only, then how much more honourable are they, who have been found in the way of righteousnesse all their life long;
If righteousness be a Crown, though it be attained in old age only, then how much more honourable Are they, who have been found in the Way of righteousness all their life long;
It maketh very much to the credit of Christians, when grace which blossomed upon them in the spring of their youth, doth abide green and flourishing in the winter of their age;
It makes very much to the credit of Christians, when grace which blossomed upon them in the spring of their youth, does abide green and flourishing in the winter of their age;
It is an honour to stand (to have a setled abode as servants) before Kings: Thus the Queen of Sheba expresseth her self in reference unto them who alwaies waited upon King Solomon, Happy are thy men,
It is an honour to stand (to have a settled Abided as Servants) before Kings: Thus the Queen of Sheba Expresses her self in Referente unto them who always waited upon King Solomon, Happy Are thy men,
Now this, and greater then this, is the renown of them who have been for many years not only retainers but dwelling-servants with the Almighty. 2. They have often been in the field with Christ their Captain, they have fought many battels,
Now this, and greater then this, is the renown of them who have been for many Years not only retainers but dwelling-servants with the Almighty. 2. They have often been in the field with christ their Captain, they have fought many battles,
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The holy Ghost hath seen cause to record in holy Pages some of Davids Worthies who had made many brave adventures, and done famous exploits in years past and gone.
The holy Ghost hath seen cause to record in holy Pages Some of Davids Worthies who had made many brave adventures, and done famous exploits in Years past and gone.
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And what more ordinary then for Souldiers to set forth their own commendations, by relating how many years attending on the Army, with hazards run and wounds received;
And what more ordinary then for Soldiers to Set forth their own commendations, by relating how many Years attending on the Army, with hazards run and wounds received;
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But alas how few amongst them who have had power in their hands can we finde, that in their age are thus found in waies of righteousnesse? 3. They have endured manifold oppositions, losses, and hardships from cruell persecutors;
But alas how few among them who have had power in their hands can we find, that in their age Are thus found in ways of righteousness? 3. They have endured manifold oppositions, losses, and hardships from cruel persecutors;
The Apostle Paul reckoneth up his sufferings as so many Ensigns of honour, I will glory also; (saith he,) And in what doth he glory? why, he tels you, In stripes above measure, in prisons more frequent, in deaths oft:
The Apostle Paul Reckoneth up his sufferings as so many Ensigns of honour, I will glory also; (Says he,) And in what does he glory? why, he tells you, In stripes above measure, in prisons more frequent, in death's oft:
In journeying often, in perils of waters, in perils of robbers, in perils by mine own Countreymen, in perils by the Heathen, in perils in the City, in perils in the Wildernesse, in perils in the Sea, in perils amongst false brethren;
In journeying often, in perils of waters, in perils of robbers, in perils by mine own Countrymen, in perils by the Heathen, in perils in the city, in perils in the Wilderness, in perils in the Sea, in perils among false brothers;
Thus this ancient Champion of Christ seems to look upon his severall many years hardships as so many Pearls with which his Crown was beautified and enriched.
Thus this ancient Champion of christ seems to look upon his several many Years hardships as so many Pearls with which his Crown was beautified and enriched.
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The Third Consequence or Use of Information is this, That it is a very advantagious service to be instrumental in promoting the work of Gospel-righteousnesse in the hearts and waies of men,
The Third Consequence or Use of Information is this, That it is a very advantageous service to be instrumental in promoting the work of Gospel righteousness in the hearts and ways of men,
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How infinitely beyond all sublunary accomodations are the revenues which come in by grace! The Crown is the highest honour that can be bestowed upon the children of men,
How infinitely beyond all sublunary Accommodations Are the revenues which come in by grace! The Crown is the highest honour that can be bestowed upon the children of men,
and no gain is comparable to that which is received by godlinesse; Godlinesse is profitable unto all things, having the promise of the life that now is,
and no gain is comparable to that which is received by godliness; Godliness is profitable unto all things, having the promise of the life that now is,
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yea, the greatest profit which we are capable to receive from God himself, is to be made partakers of his holinesse, and the fruit of righteousnesse is from peculiar paternall love, proper to them whom God doth discipline as his Adopted children:
yea, the greatest profit which we Are capable to receive from God himself, is to be made partakers of his holiness, and the fruit of righteousness is from peculiar paternal love, proper to them whom God does discipline as his Adopted children:
and to work in their hearts more high estimations of the Ministers of the Gospel whom God hath ordained to bring sinuers to Christ, that they might be the righteousnesse of God in him.
and to work in their hearts more high estimations of the Ministers of the Gospel whom God hath ordained to bring sinuers to christ, that they might be the righteousness of God in him.
And howsoever the carnall and unthankful world disregard us, yet the Lord doth so highly value this our work, that he will certainly abundantly recompense it, They who turn many to righteousness shall shine as the Stars for ever and ever:
And howsoever the carnal and unthankful world disregard us, yet the Lord does so highly valve this our work, that he will Certainly abundantly recompense it, They who turn many to righteousness shall shine as the Stars for ever and ever:
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The most high God who setteth a higher price upon holinesse, will make it manifest at the last day, that those who study to bring men into the waies of righteousnesse shall be most advanced.
The most high God who sets a higher price upon holiness, will make it manifest At the last day, that those who study to bring men into the ways of righteousness shall be most advanced.
Consider that this was foretold by an Angel as an exceeding great honour to be put upon John the Baptist Christs harbinger, Many of the Children of Israel shall he turn to the Lord their God,
Consider that this was foretold by an Angel as an exceeding great honour to be put upon John the Baptist Christ harbinger, Many of the Children of Israel shall he turn to the Lord their God,
Neither doth his death alone but the dissolution of sundry other grave and gracious Ministers of the Gospel, not long since, in the Neighbourhood, call for our tears and lamentations before the Lord.
Neither does his death alone but the dissolution of sundry other grave and gracious Ministers of the Gospel, not long since, in the Neighbourhood, call for our tears and lamentations before the Lord.
And the Apostle Paul speaketh of his old age as his credit, and that which should render him the more respectfull, Being such a one as Paul the aged. Some of the Ancients took occasion in their daies to blame very sharply such persons who either picked out their gray hairs,
And the Apostle Paul speaks of his old age as his credit, and that which should render him the more respectful, Being such a one as Paul the aged. some of the Ancients took occasion in their days to blame very sharply such Persons who either picked out their grey hairs,
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In dealing with these grayheaded sinners I may apply those words of Moses, Do ye thus reward the Lord ye foolish people and unwise? Is this the requitall which you return unto God for his many years patience exercised towards you,
In dealing with these Gray-headed Sinners I may apply those words of Moses, Do you thus reward the Lord you foolish people and unwise? Is this the requital which you return unto God for his many Years patience exercised towards you,
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and the manifold experiences with long-continued goodnesse showred down upon you? Do not you your selves look for better fruit from the trees which you have carefully preserved many winters,
and the manifold experiences with long-continued Goodness showered down upon you? Do not you your selves look for better fruit from the trees which you have carefully preserved many winter's,
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and painfully watered many Summers? But if these convincing expostulations will not awaken and reform these people who are weather-beaten in wickednesse,
and painfully watered many Summer's? But if these convincing expostulations will not awaken and reform these people who Are Weather-beaten in wickedness,
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and by long soaking in sin are habituated to do evil, I must minde them of that heavy message delivered from the Lord by the Prophet Isaiah, The sinner being an hundred years old is accursed.
and by long soaking in since Are habituated to do evil, I must mind them of that heavy message Delivered from the Lord by the Prophet Isaiah, The sinner being an hundred Years old is accursed.
Here I might be large in discovering the expressions of divine displeasure against people, old in evils as in years, whose decayed, decrepid, withered, weakened bodies might expect pity.
Here I might be large in discovering the expressions of divine displeasure against people, old in evils as in Years, whose decayed, decrepit, withered, weakened bodies might expect pity.
Mr Cartwright hath this note upon the Text, that God hath by this Crown of gray hairs vindicated the aged from all the discredit which their stooping or other infirmities might seem to expose them unto:
Mr Cartwright hath this note upon the Text, that God hath by this Crown of grey hairs vindicated the aged from all the discredit which their stooping or other infirmities might seem to expose them unto:
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Guilty in this kinde was he who scoffingly asked the old man whose body was crooked by reason of old age, Whether he would sell him a bow? These green heads do not consider the greatnesse of this sin in Gods account, who puts this fault into the catalogue of such miscarriages which usher in desolating judgements, viz. The childe shall behave himself proudly against the ancient; And this sin is the more hainous and provoking,
Guilty in this kind was he who scoffingly asked the old man whose body was crooked by reason of old age, Whither he would fell him a bow? These green Heads do not Consider the greatness of this since in God's account, who puts this fault into the catalogue of such miscarriages which usher in desolating Judgments, viz. The child shall behave himself proudly against the ancient; And this since is the more heinous and provoking,
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when those aged persons are abused, whose near Relations, Offices of honour, accompanied with the power of godlinesse, do call for all expressions of respect and esteem.
when those aged Persons Are abused, whose near Relations, Offices of honour, accompanied with the power of godliness, do call for all expressions of respect and esteem.
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Solomon is smart in his reproof of children, who in this kinde offend towards their naturall parents, The eye that mocketh at his Father and despiseth to obey his mother, the Ravens of the valley shall pick it out,
Solomon is smart in his reproof of children, who in this kind offend towards their natural Parents, The eye that mocks At his Father and despises to obey his mother, the Ravens of the valley shall pick it out,
How many times are those brought unto the Gallows (as the confessions of some in such cases have manifested) through Gods just judgement who have been chargeable with guilt of this kinde? And how heavy was the hand of God upon many little children for mocking Elisha the Prophet, There came forth little children out of the City,
How many times Are those brought unto the Gallows (as the confessions of Some in such cases have manifested) through God's just judgement who have been chargeable with guilt of this kind? And how heavy was the hand of God upon many little children for mocking Elisha the Prophet, There Come forth little children out of the city,
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How far this derision of the man of God did reach, I now enquire not, whether to his Function, with relation to his Master Elijah lately taken up into heaven,
How Far this derision of the man of God did reach, I now inquire not, whither to his Function, with Relation to his Master Elijah lately taken up into heaven,
or only unto his baldness, But this is notable, that childishnesse and ignorance will not secure such from divine revenge who do dare to deride the aged:
or only unto his baldness, But this is notable, that childishness and ignorance will not secure such from divine revenge who do Dare to deride the aged:
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But yet there is a higher step of aggravation to be added, viz. when righteousnesse it self which is the chiefest Crown of the aged, is the object of mens derision;
But yet there is a higher step of aggravation to be added, viz. when righteousness it self which is the chiefest Crown of the aged, is the Object of men's derision;
The Apostle telleth us that such despise not man only but God also, and he rendreth a double reason thereof, viz. because God hath called us to holinesse, and hath likewise given us his Spirit to work it:
The Apostle Telleth us that such despise not man only but God also, and he rendereth a double reason thereof, viz. Because God hath called us to holiness, and hath likewise given us his Spirit to work it:
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I remember the words of Solomon, which are appliable to my purpose, whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his maker; And the speech (as Mr Cartwright noteth upon the place) extends unto jearing at any bodily defect or deformity whatsoever, whereof God is willing to be accounted the Authour.
I Remember the words of Solomon, which Are appliable to my purpose, whoso mocks the poor Reproacheth his maker; And the speech (as Mr Cartwright notes upon the place) extends unto jeering At any bodily defect or deformity whatsoever, whereof God is willing to be accounted the Author.
How much more will the Lord interpret those derisions to reach himself, which people shall dare to cast upon his own image in his servants, which is their Crown and beauty? For if God take himself to be concerned in the creatures affliction,
How much more will the Lord interpret those derisions to reach himself, which people shall Dare to cast upon his own image in his Servants, which is their Crown and beauty? For if God take himself to be concerned in the creatures affliction,
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and to them who walk in it may be applied the sharp words of the Prophet, Against whom do you sport your selves? Against whom make you a wide mouth, and draw out the tongue? Are ye not children of transgression, a false seed? Ishmael by mocking Isaac made way for his own rejection, and doubtlesse they are not farre from ruine who have travelled so long in sinne that they are got into the Chair of Scorners; When I remember the heavy curse given out against Cham for mocking his old Father Noah (for it's conceived that he was thus far guilty) when in an uncomely posture by reason of his drunkennesse;
and to them who walk in it may be applied the sharp words of the Prophet, Against whom do you sport your selves? Against whom make you a wide Mouth, and draw out the tongue? are you not children of Transgression, a false seed? Ishmael by mocking Isaac made Way for his own rejection, and doubtless they Are not Far from ruin who have traveled so long in sin that they Are god into the Chair of Scorner's; When I Remember the heavy curse given out against Cham for mocking his old Father Noah (for it's conceived that he was thus Far guilty) when in an uncomely posture by reason of his Drunkenness;
The Lord grant that these hints may through his blessing, give some check unto that prophane boldnesse, which too frequently breaketh forth amongst the children of men.
The Lord grant that these hints may through his blessing, give Some check unto that profane boldness, which too frequently breaks forth among the children of men.
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The necessity of this enquiry may be manifested by these two considerations. 1. Because there are several mistakes in this matter of righteousnesse amongst men.
The necessity of this enquiry may be manifested by these two considerations. 1. Because there Are several mistakes in this matter of righteousness among men.
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For there are many who only appear outwardly to be righteous, when the inside discovereth the contrary, being full of hypocrisie. And there is something like unto justice, which is highly esteemed amongst men,
For there Are many who only appear outwardly to be righteous, when the inside Discovereth the contrary, being full of hypocrisy. And there is something like unto Justice, which is highly esteemed among men,
2. That we may neither arrogate nor deny this Crown to our selves groundlesly, and also that we may be the better able to judge unto whom we are bound to give this honour which God hath put upon them.
2. That we may neither arrogate nor deny this Crown to our selves groundlessly, and also that we may be the better able to judge unto whom we Are bound to give this honour which God hath put upon them.
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For as it is the duty of all, so it is the care of Gods people in this particular (as in other cases) to guide themselves by discretion and judgement.
For as it is the duty of all, so it is the care of God's people in this particular (as in other cases) to guide themselves by discretion and judgement.
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Therefore here the Query must be, both What is the rule of our conversation? and Whether our endeavours be extended according to the rules of the Scripture universally? For multitudes steer their course rather according to the compasse of humane Ordinances then divine Institutions;
Therefore Here the Query must be, both What is the Rule of our Conversation? and Whither our endeavours be extended according to the rules of the Scripture universally? For Multitudes steer their course rather according to the compass of humane Ordinances then divine Institutions;
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To this purpose are the words of Moses, This shall be our righteousnesse if we observe to do all these Commandments before the Lord our God as he hath commanded us.
To this purpose Are the words of Moses, This shall be our righteousness if we observe to do all these commandments before the Lord our God as he hath commanded us.
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Whereas his Majesty requireth that good duties should be well done, they esteem it just and equal to endeavour this, not daring to satisfie themselves with outwardnesse and formality, opus operatum will not down with the person who is regularly righteous;
Whereas his Majesty requires that good duties should be well done, they esteem it just and equal to endeavour this, not daring to satisfy themselves with outwardness and formality, opus operatum will not down with the person who is regularly righteous;
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Therefore people in the proof of their righteousnesse must consider what care they take to be reverent, humble, affectionate, spirituall and upright in their services before the Lord.
Therefore people in the proof of their righteousness must Consider what care they take to be reverend, humble, affectionate, spiritual and upright in their services before the Lord.
The Apostle Paul having reported his own practice in pressing forward towards the mark, addeth, that those who are sincere are thus minded, and he calleth them perfect because thus they are in their own aims and endeavours, as in divine acceptance.
The Apostle Paul having reported his own practice in pressing forward towards the mark, adds, that those who Are sincere Are thus minded, and he calls them perfect Because thus they Are in their own aims and endeavours, as in divine acceptance.
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therefore they strive to shoot better that they might hit the white, that they might in all regards exactly answer the minde and expectation of the Lord in their conversation;
Therefore they strive to shoot better that they might hit the white, that they might in all regards exactly answer the mind and expectation of the Lord in their Conversation;
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The holy Apostle notwithstanding his unreproveable course before his conversion (as to men, and according to his light) and his unwearied industry upon his spirituall change, to hit the mark, at which he sincerely levelled, attended with a holy life, free from outward scandall,
The holy Apostle notwithstanding his unreprovable course before his conversion (as to men, and according to his Light) and his unwearied industry upon his spiritual change, to hit the mark, At which he sincerely leveled, attended with a holy life, free from outward scandal,
And thus it is also with all other Christians who are Evangelically righteous, because they do daily experience their own defects both in the matter, manner, measure,
And thus it is also with all other Christians who Are Evangelically righteous, Because they do daily experience their own defects both in the matter, manner, measure,
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therefore in their addresses unto God either for recompence or acceptance, they take up the words of the holy Martyr, None but Christ, None but Christ.
Therefore in their Addresses unto God either for recompense or acceptance, they take up the words of the holy Martyr, None but christ, None but christ.
and have no confidence in the flesh, &c. And he is bold to conclude those to be void of true righteousnesse who do trust unto their own parts, priviledges, or performances whatsoever:
and have no confidence in the Flesh, etc. And he is bold to conclude those to be void of true righteousness who do trust unto their own parts, privileges, or performances whatsoever:
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Israel which followed after the Law of righteousnesse hath not attained to the Law of Righteousnesse; wherefore? Because they sought it not by faith but as it were by the works of the Law.
Israel which followed After the Law of righteousness hath not attained to the Law of Righteousness; Wherefore? Because they sought it not by faith but as it were by the works of the Law.
and to guesse in reference unto others (upon conversings with them) unto whom the Crown of glory (set upon the hoary head found in the way of righteousnesse) doth appertain.
and to guess in Referente unto Others (upon conversings with them) unto whom the Crown of glory (Set upon the hoary head found in the Way of righteousness) does appertain.
And Scripture-Histories together with the Stories of all ages do record the strange adventures, yea, attempts both ungodly and unnaturall to advance unto a Crown:
And Scripture-Histories together with the Stories of all ages do record the strange adventures, yea, attempts both ungodly and unnatural to advance unto a Crown:
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Should not we therefore in the way of God seek this Crown of glory? Now that my advice may be the more prevalent, let these considerations be well weighed.
Should not we Therefore in the Way of God seek this Crown of glory? Now that my Advice may be the more prevalent, let these considerations be well weighed.
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Antiquity without piety doth yeeld no more credit then the devil is capable of, who is often called the Old Serpent, having had many thousand years continuance in the world:
Antiquity without piety does yield no more credit then the Devil is capable of, who is often called the Old Serpent, having had many thousand Years Continuance in the world:
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How ambitious are proud men (like Saul ) to be honoured amongst the people. Therefore as the laborious Bee sucketh honey out of weeds, let us graciously improve such like examples, to provoke our selves to seek the honor which cometh in by righteousnesse.
How ambitious Are proud men (like Saul) to be honoured among the people. Therefore as the laborious Bee sucketh honey out of weeds, let us graciously improve such like Examples, to provoke our selves to seek the honour which comes in by righteousness.
Hearken what our Saviour promiseth, The righteous shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father. And observe the expectation of David upon this account, As for me I will behold thy face in righteousnesse, I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy likenesse.
Harken what our Saviour promises, The righteous shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father. And observe the expectation of David upon this account, As for me I will behold thy face in righteousness, I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy likeness.
Though I may not spend words in illustrating these passages, yet I wish that the aged would seriously consider how much is comprehended in this glorification and this satisfaction assured upon the righteous at the generall resurrection.
Though I may not spend words in illustrating these passages, yet I wish that the aged would seriously Consider how much is comprehended in this glorification and this satisfaction assured upon the righteous At the general resurrection.
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3. Who doth not (upon such grounds as have been hinted) desire to die the death of the righteous, as that wretch Balaam did? therefore wisedom would work endeavours to attain righteousnesse in the time of life.
3. Who does not (upon such grounds as have been hinted) desire to die the death of the righteous, as that wretch balaam did? Therefore Wisdom would work endeavours to attain righteousness in the time of life.
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I remember a passage in the promise made by the Angel concerning the successe of John the Baptist his Ministry, He shall turn the disobedient to the wisedom of the Just;
I Remember a passage in the promise made by the Angel Concerning the success of John the Baptist his Ministry, He shall turn the disobedient to the Wisdom of the Just;
Somewhat was before suggested to this purpose, therefore now I will onely mention two Scriptures, which may be awakening to aged persons sleeping in security.
Somewhat was before suggested to this purpose, Therefore now I will only mention two Scriptures, which may be awakening to aged Persons sleeping in security.
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And their shutting out of heaven is so certain, that the Apostle taketh it for granted that none will question it, Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? How can you old people give credit to these expressions of divine severity without resolutions to look out after righteousnesse?
And their shutting out of heaven is so certain, that the Apostle Takes it for granted that none will question it, Know you not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? How can you old people give credit to these expressions of divine severity without resolutions to look out After righteousness?
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5. You aged ones are the greatest monuments of divine patience, which should leade you unto repentance; and the Apostle giveth in two considerations, to adde strength unto this argument, viz.
5. You aged ones Are the greatest monuments of divine patience, which should lead you unto Repentance; and the Apostle gives in two considerations, to add strength unto this argument, viz.
Weigh I pray you his words, Despisest thou the riches of his goodnesse and forbearance, and long-suffering? not knowing that the goodnesse of God leadeth thee to repentance;
Weigh I pray you his words, Despisest thou the riches of his Goodness and forbearance, and long-suffering? not knowing that the Goodness of God leads thee to Repentance;
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This is one of Mr Cartwright inferences from the Text. And doubtlesse such aged people have abundant cause to be thankfull unto the Almighty. 1. For drawing forth the thred of their lives to so great a length. 2. And especially for converting them unto the way of righteousnesse.
This is one of Mr Cartwright inferences from the Text. And doubtless such aged people have abundant cause to be thankful unto the Almighty. 1. For drawing forth the thread of their lives to so great a length. 2. And especially for converting them unto the Way of righteousness.
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2. Because by stroaks of death ten thousand have fallen on your sides, on your right hands, and yet it doth not come nigh to you. What multitudes of men and women,
2. Because by Strokes of death ten thousand have fallen on your sides, on your right hands, and yet it does not come High to you. What Multitudes of men and women,
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but your selves still abide in the Land of the living? The good young King Josiah is deadly wounded by an Arrow; And old Eli the Priest of the Lord fell from his seat backward, and his neck brake;
but your selves still abide in the Land of the living? The good young King Josiah is deadly wounded by an Arrow; And old Eli the Priest of the Lord fell from his seat backward, and his neck brake;
These words speak much displeasure against Eli; Whereas it is an honour to have old stakes standing to support a Family which issued out of an ancient stock;
These words speak much displeasure against Eli; Whereas it is an honour to have old stakes standing to support a Family which issued out of an ancient stock;
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I have considered the dayes of old, the years of ancient times. I will remember the years of the right hand of the most High, I will remember thy wonders of old.
I have considered the days of old, the Years of ancient times. I will Remember the Years of the right hand of the most High, I will Remember thy wonders of old.
Besides other proofs hereof, the History concerning the different advice given to Rehoboam, by his young and old Counsellors, will sufficiently witnesse this truth.
Beside other proofs hereof, the History Concerning the different Advice given to Rehoboam, by his young and old Counsellors, will sufficiently witness this truth.
Therefore their souls should praise the Lord, because when their lives are redeemed from destruction, they are also crowned with loving-kindenesse and tender mercies.
Therefore their Souls should praise the Lord, Because when their lives Are redeemed from destruction, they Are also crowned with loving-kindenesse and tender Mercies.
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Now that I may prevail with you to honour God whose hoary heads are crowned with righteousnesse, I will briefly propound to your most serious thoughts these following meditations.
Now that I may prevail with you to honour God whose hoary Heads Are crowned with righteousness, I will briefly propound to your most serious thoughts these following meditations.
1. That your selves in the estate of depraved nature were of that number of whom it is most truly said, There is none righteous, no not one, and that this righteousnesse which is your Crown was the fruit of Gods Spirit;
1. That your selves in the estate of depraved nature were of that number of whom it is most truly said, There is none righteous, no not one, and that this righteousness which is your Crown was the fruit of God's Spirit;
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Therefore the glory thereof is due unto the Lord and not unto your selves, because he and not your selves hath made the difference betwixt you and others.
Therefore the glory thereof is due unto the Lord and not unto your selves, Because he and not your selves hath made the difference betwixt you and Others.
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The whole world (saith the Apostle) lieth in wickednesse; The small number of ten righteous persons could not be found in Sodom and Gomorrha with their Suburbs;
The Whole world (Says the Apostle) lies in wickedness; The small number of ten righteous Persons could not be found in Sodom and Gomorrha with their Suburbs;
And before the Floud God himself could not espy any other besides Noah, Thee only have I seen righteous before me in this age; Now by how much the more rare righteousnesse is amongst men, by so much the more thankfull should we be if God hath wrought it in us.
And before the Flood God himself could not espy any other beside Noah, Thee only have I seen righteous before me in this age; Now by how much the more rare righteousness is among men, by so much the more thankful should we be if God hath wrought it in us.
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for a long time might not this be charged upon you, You alwaies resisted the holy Ghost? And by how many hammerings and humblings, by what showrs and Sunshine, by what shakings with meltings in the Ministry of the Gospel have you been won to the Lord;
for a long time might not this be charged upon you, You always resisted the holy Ghost? And by how many hammerings and humblings, by what showers and Sunshine, by what shakings with meltings in the Ministry of the Gospel have you been wone to the Lord;
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1. That your lives are lengthened, not only by common providence, but in the pursuance of special promises made unto them who have received peculiar grace.
1. That your lives Are lengthened, not only by Common providence, but in the pursuance of special promises made unto them who have received peculiar grace.
5. That Gods vigilant eye of providence shall never be withdrawn from you, in which respect you may be the rather assured of the seasonable and full accomplishment of all his promises.
5. That God's vigilant eye of providence shall never be withdrawn from you, in which respect you may be the rather assured of the seasonable and full accomplishment of all his promises.
6. That upon Natures dissolution your souls shall be perfect, and that at the generall Resurrection your bodies and souls shall inherit life eternall. Now who can beleevingly look upon himself interested in these glorious obligations of Gods grace without a thankful heart?
6. That upon Nature's dissolution your Souls shall be perfect, and that At the general Resurrection your bodies and Souls shall inherit life Eternal. Now who can believingly look upon himself interested in these glorious obligations of God's grace without a thankful heart?
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If by these many Arguments the hearts of any aged ones, being resolved upon gratitude, shall enquire how they may in realities expresse their thankfulnesse unto the Lord, both for his long-sufferance and loving-kindenesse towards them.
If by these many Arguments the hearts of any aged ones, being resolved upon gratitude, shall inquire how they may in realities express their thankfulness unto the Lord, both for his long-sufferance and loving-kindenesse towards them.
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My answer is this, That you shall be regularly and acceptably thankfull unto God both for your gray-hairs and your graces, by studying and endeavouring such a frame of heart and course of life as may answer that counsell which himself hath left on record for your guidance in the holy Scriptures which I shall plainly and faithfully impart unto you.
My answer is this, That you shall be regularly and acceptably thankful unto God both for your Gray hairs and your graces, by studying and endeavouring such a frame of heart and course of life as may answer that counsel which himself hath left on record for your guidance in the holy Scriptures which I shall plainly and faithfully impart unto you.
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1. That howsoever, too often, men themselves do not observe when gray hairs are here and there upon them, and many times the aged may seem youthfull unto others;
1. That howsoever, too often, men themselves do not observe when grey hairs Are Here and there upon them, and many times the aged may seem youthful unto Others;
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The holy Ghost recordeth when Joshua waxed old, and was stricken in age, and about what time Jesse (the Father of David) went for an old man in Israel. The like I might discover in regard of Abraham, Sarah, Anna, But I forbear.
The holy Ghost recordeth when joshua waxed old, and was stricken in age, and about what time Jesse (the Father of David) went for an old man in Israel. The like I might discover in regard of Abraham, Sarah, Anna, But I forbear.
Having thus briefly premised these things, I proceed to the directions which I finde registred in the Word of God, that the aged may know how to order their conversation in some measure of answerablenesse unto that Crown of glory which the Lord by his grace and their gray hairs hath put upon them.
Having thus briefly premised these things, I proceed to the directions which I find registered in the Word of God, that the aged may know how to order their Conversation in Some measure of answerableness unto that Crown of glory which the Lord by his grace and their grey hairs hath put upon them.
1. There is no one who hath lived the longest and hath made the best proficiency in Christs School, that is come to that pillar on which he may write, Ne plus ultra; But when he hath summed up all his rich endowments, shall finde cause to conclude with the words of the Apostle, Not as though I were already perfect.
1. There is no one who hath lived the longest and hath made the best proficiency in Christ School, that is come to that pillar on which he may write, Ne plus ultra; But when he hath summed up all his rich endowments, shall find cause to conclude with the words of the Apostle, Not as though I were already perfect.
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As Paul advised young Timothy hereby to prevent contempt, Let no man despise thee, but be an example of the beleevers in word and conversation, &c. So by means hereof Job had won great estimation amongst all sorts;
As Paul advised young Timothy hereby to prevent contempt, Let no man despise thee, but be an Exampl of the believers in word and Conversation, etc. So by means hereof Job had wone great estimation among all sorts;
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4. The miscarriages of old people are in Gods account the more hainous, because they have had most frequent and most ancient experiences of his goodnesse.
4. The miscarriages of old people Are in God's account the more heinous, Because they have had most frequent and most ancient experiences of his Goodness.
God carried them all the daies of old, but they rebelled and vexed his holy Spirit: Know that it is an evil thing (more then ordinarily evil) that my fear is not in thee,
God carried them all the days of old, but they rebelled and vexed his holy Spirit: Know that it is an evil thing (more then ordinarily evil) that my Fear is not in thee,
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for of old time I have broken thy yoke, &c. 5. And I might adde that their wickednesse will do much more mischief tending more to the dishonour of God and the infection of others.
for of old time I have broken thy yoke, etc. 5. And I might add that their wickedness will do much more mischief tending more to the dishonour of God and the infection of Others.
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In all these regards it nearly concerneth them whom God hath crowned with age and the profession of his Name, to heed their conversation, that it may be suitable unto that dignity which the Lord hath put upon them.
In all these regards it nearly concerns them whom God hath crowned with age and the profession of his Name, to heed their Conversation, that it may be suitable unto that dignity which the Lord hath put upon them.
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It may well become every one of them upon this account, frequently and affectionately to make Davids prayer, Now I am old and gray-headed, O Lord forsake me not, until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation,
It may well become every one of them upon this account, frequently and affectionately to make Davids prayer, Now I am old and Gray-headed, Oh Lord forsake me not, until I have showed thy strength unto this generation,
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This is taken for granted in many Scripturepassages, With the ancient is wisedom, and in length of daies is understanding; And thence it is that the ancient and the prudent are conjoyned.
This is taken for granted in many Scripturepassages, With the ancient is Wisdom, and in length of days is understanding; And thence it is that the ancient and the prudent Are conjoined.
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Ignorance is much more excusable in the young, who may thus pleade, We are but of yesterday, and know nothing, because our daies upon earth are a shadow;
Ignorance is much more excusable in the young, who may thus plead, We Are but of yesterday, and know nothing, Because our days upon earth Are a shadow;
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Remember how sharply Christ reproveth Nicodemus, Art thou a Master in Israel and knowest not these things? It would be accounted a great disparagement unto a young man having served out an Apprentiship, to be unacquainted with the mysteries of his Trade;
remember how sharply christ Reproveth Nicodemus, Art thou a Master in Israel and Knowest not these things? It would be accounted a great disparagement unto a young man having served out an Apprenticeship, to be unacquainted with the Mysteres of his Trade;
Now fifty years is above seven years in Sabbath-daies, and yet how many of that age (who have had an addition of many weekly Lecture-daies) are yet palpably ignorant in the mysteries of salvation? These things I suggest to shame the aged unto endeavours to become rich in understanding.
Now fifty Years is above seven Years in Sabbath-days, and yet how many of that age (who have had an addition of many weekly Lecture days) Are yet palpably ignorant in the Mysteres of salvation? These things I suggest to shame the aged unto endeavours to become rich in understanding.
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Secondly, They should not only be knowing but fruitful, The righteous shall flourish like the palm-tree, they shall bring forth fruit in old age, they shall be fat and flourishing.
Secondly, They should not only be knowing but fruitful, The righteous shall flourish like the Palm tree, they shall bring forth fruit in old age, they shall be fat and flourishing.
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2. They must communicate their experiences, Hear this, ye old men, Hath this been in your daies? Tell ye your children of it, and let your children tell their children, and their children another generation.
2. They must communicate their experiences, Hear this, you old men, Hath this been in your days? Tell you your children of it, and let your children tell their children, and their children Another generation.
This hath been the custome of Gods Worthies in all ages, according to his command, whereby themselves have received comfort, others benefit, and God glory.
This hath been the custom of God's Worthies in all ages, according to his command, whereby themselves have received Comfort, Others benefit, and God glory.
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This I propound from the example of Samuel, when he was old and gray-headed, pointing only at the Story, which is well worth consideration and imitation.
This I propound from the Exampl of Samuel, when he was old and Gray-headed, pointing only At the Story, which is well worth consideration and imitation.
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Give God the glory of your own unreprovable conversation, and for your known miscarriages expresse your repentance, which will produce both present inward peace and future reputation.
Give God the glory of your own unreprovable Conversation, and for your known miscarriages express your Repentance, which will produce both present inward peace and future reputation.
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Thirdly, The aged should possesse their souls with patience, This is one of the particulars which St Paul adviseth Titus to presse upon old men, viz. that they be sound in patience. This grace of patience considered under a threefold notion, is needfull,
Thirdly, The aged should possess their Souls with patience, This is one of the particulars which Saint Paul adviseth Titus to press upon old men, viz. that they be found in patience. This grace of patience considered under a threefold notion, is needful,
I may tell you whose heads are gray, whose lives have been a long seed-time in waies of well-doing, Behold, the fields are white already to harvest; Your time of reaping is at hand,
I may tell you whose Heads Are grey, whose lives have been a long seedtime in ways of welldoing, Behold, the fields Are white already to harvest; Your time of reaping is At hand,
In this case let David be your Example, who silently without yeelding unto motions made for revenge, submitted unto that affliction with which God did exercise him, through the cursings of Shimei. With how much contempt doth the Lion (the King of Beasts) passe on his way, notwithstanding the barkings of angry dogs? Therefore you aged ones who are crowned both with gray-hairs and graces, Look upon your selves as ready to set foot into your palace,
In this case let David be your Exampl, who silently without yielding unto motions made for revenge, submitted unto that affliction with which God did exercise him, through the cursings of Shimei. With how much contempt does the lion (the King of Beasts) pass on his Way, notwithstanding the barkings of angry Dogs? Therefore you aged ones who Are crowned both with Gray hairs and graces, Look upon your selves as ready to Set foot into your palace,
and hereupon with a holy scorn slieght all the clamors and snarlings of them, who speak evil of you because you refuse to run with them into the same excesse of riot.
and hereupon with a holy scorn slieght all the clamours and snarlings of them, who speak evil of you Because you refuse to run with them into the same excess of riot.
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M. Cartwright upon my Text hath this note, That the holy Ghost doth purposely tell the aged, that the hoary head is a Crown, that by this consideration he might releeve them under all the grievances which attend that condition of life.
M. Cartwright upon my Text hath this note, That the holy Ghost does purposely tell the aged, that the hoary head is a Crown, that by this consideration he might relieve them under all the grievances which attend that condition of life.
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And Bishop Hall hath this expression in his Meditations and Vows: I account old age the best age, 1. Because the inconveniences of it are only bodily, with a better estate of minde. 2. Because nearer to dissolution.
And Bishop Hall hath this expression in his Meditations and Vows: I account old age the best age, 1. Because the inconveniences of it Are only bodily, with a better estate of mind. 2. Because nearer to dissolution.
Fourthly, They should be sound in faith; 1. Both in the doctrine of faith, in the truth of the Scripture, having had long time for triall, to discern betwixt things which differ,
Fourthly, They should be found in faith; 1. Both in the Doctrine of faith, in the truth of the Scripture, having had long time for trial, to discern betwixt things which differ,
and therefore in reference to Fundamentals at least they should be able to say with David to God, Concerning these thy Testimonies, I have known of old that thou hast founded them for ever.
and Therefore in Referente to Fundamentals At lest they should be able to say with David to God, Concerning these thy Testimonies, I have known of old that thou hast founded them for ever.
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yet in my flesh I shall see God, whom I shall see for my self, &c. It well becometh them likewise in times of trouble to pleade their old experiences with bold confidence, Why withdrawest thou thine hand, even thy right hand, pluck it out of thy hosome,
yet in my Flesh I shall see God, whom I shall see for my self, etc. It well Becometh them likewise in times of trouble to plead their old experiences with bold confidence, Why withdrawest thou thine hand, even thy right hand, pluck it out of thy hosome,
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Here I shall only touch upon three Rules to guide this grace in its exercise. 1. For purity, their love should be most enlarged upon the account of piety.
Here I shall only touch upon three Rules to guide this grace in its exercise. 1. For purity, their love should be most enlarged upon the account of piety.
3. For quantity, it should be encreased, and it will be to their high commendation if their works of mercy (as of other kindes) be more at the last then at the first.
3. For quantity, it should be increased, and it will be to their high commendation if their works of mercy (as of other Kinds) be more At the last then At the First.
And therefore covetousness should be cashiered, as the cut-throat of charity. Moreover, I might perswade from the authority of Saint Paul, sobriety, temperance, and gravity.
And Therefore covetousness should be Cashiered, as the cutthroat of charity. Moreover, I might persuade from the Authority of Saint Paul, sobriety, temperance, and gravity.
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For temperance let old Barzillai be an example unto the aged, whose moderation in reference to the dainties of a Court tendred unto him, was very great.
For temperance let old Barzillai be an Exampl unto the aged, whose moderation in Referente to the dainties of a Court tendered unto him, was very great.
The last thing which I will advise all ancient persons unto, is constancy and perseverance in waies of righteousnesse, according to all the former directions;
The last thing which I will Advice all ancient Persons unto, is constancy and perseverance in ways of righteousness, according to all the former directions;
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I would propound the resolution of David when old and gray-headed for your imitation, I will hope continually, and will yet praise thee more and more, &c. You should be unmoveable like unto old Oaks, deeply rooted, which are not turned hither and thither, this way and that way, by every contrary winde.
I would propound the resolution of David when old and Gray-headed for your imitation, I will hope continually, and will yet praise thee more and more, etc. You should be Unmovable like unto old Oaks, deeply rooted, which Are not turned hither and thither, this Way and that Way, by every contrary wind.
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As Arguments to move endeavours after steddinesse both in the profession and practice of the truth, take these short particulars into your serious consideration.
As Arguments to move endeavours After steadiness both in the profession and practice of the truth, take these short particulars into your serious consideration.
When thou shalt be old (saith Christ to Peter) another shall gird thee and carry thee whither thou wouldest not: This spake he, fignifying by what death he should glorifie God.
When thou shalt be old (Says christ to Peter) Another shall gird thee and carry thee whither thou Wouldst not: This spoke he, signifying by what death he should Glorify God.
3. God doth not change or abate in his goodnesse toward you, but he speaketh unto you as to old Israel. You are borne by me from the belly which are carried from the womb.
3. God does not change or abate in his Goodness towards you, but he speaks unto you as to old Israel. You Are born by me from the belly which Are carried from the womb.
Now should not Gods immutability in his favours notwithstanding your great unworthinesse, engage you strongly to hold close unto his Majesty without any backslidings!
Now should not God's immutability in his favours notwithstanding your great unworthiness, engage you strongly to hold close unto his Majesty without any backslidings!
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Quarrellings, fightings, whereby many in the flower of their age lose their lives, wherof there are sad experiences every where. Whoredom is another life-shortning sin:
Quarrelings, fightings, whereby many in the flower of their age loose their lives, whereof there Are sad experiences every where. Whoredom is Another life-shortening since:
The Lord in the fifth Commandement, perswadeth every child to honour and obey his parents, upon this consideration, that thy dayes may be prolonged. Yea the whole course of obedientiall conformity unto all Gods Commandements, is pressed by this argument;
The Lord in the fifth Commandment, Persuadeth every child to honour and obey his Parents, upon this consideration, that thy days may be prolonged. Yea the Whole course of obediential conformity unto all God's commandments, is pressed by this argument;
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or else crown them with life eternal in Heaven. This lets in the second head of advice to be bestowed upon young persons. Secondly, To seek righteousnesse.
or Else crown them with life Eternal in Heaven. This lets in the second head of Advice to be bestowed upon young Persons. Secondly, To seek righteousness.
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This was St Pauls counsel unto young Timothy, Follow righteousnesse. And the doctrine under hand is a strong argument to back it, which David pressed upon his sonne Solomon, when young and tender;
This was Saint Paul's counsel unto young Timothy, Follow righteousness. And the Doctrine under hand is a strong argument to back it, which David pressed upon his son Solomon, when young and tender;
Righteousnesse therefore will be a Crown of glory, unto the green-headed, as well as unto the gray-headed, which should move the young to look out after it.
Righteousness Therefore will be a Crown of glory, unto the green-headed, as well as unto the Gray-headed, which should move the young to look out After it.
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Now that my perswasion may be the more prevalent with young ones, I shall commend these following particulars unto their serious consideration. 1. Gods expresse command:
Now that my persuasion may be the more prevalent with young ones, I shall commend these following particulars unto their serious consideration. 1. God's express command:
Josiah, Daniel, Shadrack, Meshach and Abednego, as also Timothy; but especially set Christ before your eyes, who when he was twelve years old, did famously expresse the power of grace.
Josiah, daniel, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, as also Timothy; but especially Set christ before your eyes, who when he was twelve Years old, did famously express the power of grace.
Do you judg godlinesse commendable in them, wherefore then do you not endeavour imitation? 3. The advantages of seeking grace betimes, early in the morning of youth.
Do you judge godliness commendable in them, Wherefore then do you not endeavour imitation? 3. The advantages of seeking grace betimes, early in the morning of youth.
I shall name some of them without enlargement ( viz. ) The work will be to your selves the more easie (as the bowing of the twig while tender,) and to God the more acceptable,
I shall name Some of them without enlargement (viz.) The work will be to your selves the more easy (as the bowing of the twig while tender,) and to God the more acceptable,
As the boyling pots cast up the most scum, so in the heat of youth, there are strongest inclinations to passions, revenge, lasciviousnesse, intemperance.
As the boiling pots cast up the most scum, so in the heat of youth, there Are Strongest inclinations to passion, revenge, lasciviousness, intemperance.
Fly youthfull lusts, but follow righteousnesse, faith, charity, peace, &c. And the breaking forth of wickednesse in youth, will breed bitter complaints in old age.
Fly youthful Lustiest, but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, etc. And the breaking forth of wickedness in youth, will breed bitter complaints in old age.
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yet if ever the Lord bring you home unto himself, by the power of an effectual calling, this will be a cut upon your hearts (as it was to Augustine, ) that you came in to God no sooner.
yet if ever the Lord bring you home unto himself, by the power of an effectual calling, this will be a Cut upon your hearts (as it was to Augustine,) that you Come in to God no sooner.
And if the Lord should punish your obstinacy in youth, with finall impenitence, how sad would your reckoning be at the last day? for this is most certain, that when you have sowed your wild oats,
And if the Lord should Punish your obstinacy in youth, with final impenitence, how sad would your reckoning be At the last day? for this is most certain, that when you have sowed your wild oats,
and satisfied the sinfull desires of youth, for all these things God will bring you to judgement. The Lord give young ones to dwell upon these meditations,
and satisfied the sinful Desires of youth, for all these things God will bring you to judgement. The Lord give young ones to dwell upon these meditations,
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Here I might justly take up a great lamentation, considering that aversness unto the power of piety, which is every where to be found amongst young people, notwithstanding instructions, convictions, ministerial perswasions, together with some motions of Gods Spirit upon their hearts, with which their souls are assaulted for good from time to time.
Here I might justly take up a great lamentation, considering that averseness unto the power of piety, which is every where to be found among young people, notwithstanding instructions, convictions, ministerial persuasions, together with Some motions of God's Spirit upon their hearts, with which their Souls Are assaulted for good from time to time.
unto such to whom God assigneth the Crown of glory. As there should be testifications of high respect unto all such, so especially 1. To our natural parents Honour thy Father and thy Mother. 2. And to those whose Office and faithfulnesse in discharging it, doth call for double honour.
unto such to whom God assigneth the Crown of glory. As there should be testifications of high respect unto all such, so especially 1. To our natural Parents Honour thy Father and thy Mother. 2. And to those whose Office and faithfulness in discharging it, does call for double honour.
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Now having concluded my discourse upon the Text, I know it is expected, that I should speak unto the occasion of our meeting concerning this Reverend Father (whose Funeral we now celebrate) I will premise this, that a full Narrative of his long well-spent Life, cannot be expected from my report at this time,
Now having concluded my discourse upon the Text, I know it is expected, that I should speak unto the occasion of our meeting Concerning this Reverend Father (whose Funeral we now celebrate) I will premise this, that a full Narrative of his long well-spent Life, cannot be expected from my report At this time,
Notwithstanding this his great age, yet (through unusuall divine indulgence) his strength was not labour and sorrow, for he was neither afflicted with the Stone,
Notwithstanding this his great age, yet (through unusual divine indulgence) his strength was not labour and sorrow, for he was neither afflicted with the Stone,
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In all which regards, whether we consider the continued healthfull frame of his body, or the uninterrupted fruitfullnesse of the gifts and graces of his spirit, it may be truly said of him, in reference to his death.
In all which regards, whither we Consider the continued healthful frame of his body, or the uninterrupted fruitfullness of the Gifts and graces of his Spirit, it may be truly said of him, in Referente to his death.
When he looked upon the weakning distempers (which had caused him to keep his bed) as the Arrest of death, he was pleased (through his love to my worthlesse self) to give order that I should be certified of his weaknesse, that he might be remembred before the Lord in my prayers;
When he looked upon the weakening distempers (which had caused him to keep his Bed) as the Arrest of death, he was pleased (through his love to my worthless self) to give order that I should be certified of his weakness, that he might be remembered before the Lord in my Prayers;
and also that I might be requested, as from himself, to perform the like office of respect for him, which I had lately done for his Reverend neighbour Mr Whitaker, by preaching his Funerall Sermon.
and also that I might be requested, as from himself, to perform the like office of respect for him, which I had lately done for his Reverend neighbour Mr Whitaker, by preaching his Funeral Sermon.
By reason of his very great weaknesse he could not speak much, but that which he said was weighty and savoury, which I will faithfully relate: His words were these;
By reason of his very great weakness he could not speak much, but that which he said was weighty and savoury, which I will faithfully relate: His words were these;
I heartily beg the pardon of my many sinnes, especially of my want of sedulity and fidelity in my publick and private charge, hoping to be washed with Christs blood,
I heartily beg the pardon of my many Sins, especially of my want of sedulity and Fidis in my public and private charge, hoping to be washed with Christ blood,
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Quo magis homo festinat ad finem, tento est vere venerabilior, Clem. Alexand. Eccl. 12. 5. Flores camiterii. Isa. 9. 15. Gen. 25. 8. Judg. 8. 32. 2 Chro. 29. 28. Summa est, senectutem illam praesertim quae piis a Deo donatur, honorandam esse. Cartwr. in Text. Prov. 12. 26. Acts 21. 16. Luk. 2. 36, 37.
Quo magis homo Festinat ad finem, tento est vere venerabilior, Clem. Alexander Ecclesiastes 12. 5. Flores camiterii. Isaiah 9. 15. Gen. 25. 8. Judges 8. 32. 2 Chro 29. 28. Summa est, senectutem Illam Especially Quae piis a God donatur, honorandam esse. Cartwright. in Text. Curae 12. 26. Acts 21. 16. Luk. 2. 36, 37.
Isa 46. 12. Qui pulcher esse velit, ei quod est in homine pulcherrimum, adornandum est, nempe mens, quam oportet, pulchriorem, & magis decoram ostendere. Clem Alexand. 1 Cor. 9. 24, 25 Aetas senectutis est vita immaeulata. Venerabilis senectus virtutum non annorum numero, computata. Non omnis canities promiscuè. Jun. & Trem. in Text. Rev. 12. 9. & 20. 2. Ʋtrumque simul Sumptum. Merc. in Text. 1 Sam. 15. 30.
Isaiah 46. 12. Qui pulcher esse velit, ei quod est in homine pulcherrimum, adornandum est, nempe Mens, quam oportet, pulchriorem, & magis decoram ostendere. Clem Alexander 1 Cor. 9. 24, 25 Aetas senectutis est vita immaeulata. Venerabilis Old age Virtues non Annorum numero, computata. Non omnis canities promiscuè. Jun. & Tremor in Text. Rev. 12. 9. & 20. 2. Ʋtrumque simul Sumptum. Mercy in Text. 1 Sam. 15. 30.
Diodate. Contingere solum iis qui justè viverunt, &c. quod sit NONLATINALPHABET. Piscator. Hujus vitae brevitas, longiore in summa beatitate, vita compensatur. Cart. 2 Tim. 2. 22.
Diodate. Contingere solum iis qui justè viverunt, etc. quod fit. Piscator. Hujus vitae Brevity, longiore in summa beatitate, vita compensatur. Cart. 2 Tim. 2. 22.
Heb. 3. 7, 8, 13. Qui non est hodie, cras minus aptus erit. 1 King. 14. 3, with 13. Mark. 10. 21. Discipulum minimum Christus amavit plurimum. Joh. 21. 20. Pro. 22. 6. Quo semel est imbutae recens, Joh. 15. 8. 1 Cor. 15. 58.
Hebrew 3. 7, 8, 13. Qui non est hodie, cras minus Apt erit. 1 King. 14. 3, with 13. Mark. 10. 21. Disciple minimum Christus amavit plurimum. John 21. 20. Pro 22. 6. Quo semel est imbutae recens, John 15. 8. 1 Cor. 15. 58.
