Living loves betwixt Christ and dying Christians A sermon preached at M. Magdalene Bermondsey in Southwark, near London, June 6. 1654. At the funeral of that faithful servant of Christ Mr. Jeremiah Whitaker, Minister of the Gospel, and pastor of the church there. With a narative of his exemplarily holy life and death. By Simeon Ashe, his much endeared friend and brother. Together with poems and elegies on his death, by divers ministers in the city of London.
As tennise balls with rackets are banded and returned to and fro, so love amongst cordial friends hath its intercourse, it is received with acceptance, and returned with requitals.
As Tennis balls with rackets Are banded and returned to and from, so love among cordial Friends hath its intercourse, it is received with acceptance, and returned with requitals.
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When he preached to a very great multitude of people, having warned them to take heed of hypocrisie, he useth this compellation, I say unto you my friends. And long before his incarnation, this was the language of Christ (the essential Wisdome of the Father,) I love them that love me.
When he preached to a very great multitude of people, having warned them to take heed of hypocrisy, he uses this compellation, I say unto you my Friends. And long before his incarnation, this was the language of christ (the essential Wisdom of the Father,) I love them that love me.
Whereas it is sometimes said of our friends, that they have onely one soule in several bodies ▪ it is most true, being applyed unto Christ and singlehearted Christians.
Whereas it is sometime said of our Friends, that they have only one soul in several bodies ▪ it is most true, being applied unto christ and singlehearted Christians.
The Lord accounted Abraham his friend, and it is considerable how God and Abraham being friends did communicate themselves, with their All unto each other.
The Lord accounted Abraham his friend, and it is considerable how God and Abraham being Friends did communicate themselves, with their All unto each other.
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and to curse such who curse him, and to bestow Canaan (the land flowing with milk and hony) upon him: so Abraham gave up himselfe wholly to be at Gods disposing, in regard of his habitation, to dwell where his Majesty would settle him;
and to curse such who curse him, and to bestow Canaan (the land flowing with milk and honey) upon him: so Abraham gave up himself wholly to be At God's disposing, in regard of his habitation, to dwell where his Majesty would settle him;
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and in respect of his relations, to command his children and his houshold after him to keep the way of the Lord, to do justice and judgement. In this manner Christ and believers, they are for each others, with their All, even as for themselves.
and in respect of his relations, to command his children and his household After him to keep the Way of the Lord, to do Justice and judgement. In this manner christ and believers, they Are for each Others, with their All, even as for themselves.
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So his desires are towards them. Not long before his departure from his Apostles, to evidence his desires of spiritual fellowship with them, He said unto them, with desire I have desired to eat this Passeover with you before I suffer ▪
So his Desires Are towards them. Not long before his departure from his Apostles, to evidence his Desires of spiritual fellowship with them, He said unto them, with desire I have desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer ▪
These are brief hints in reference to the doctrine, more generally considered. In the more distinct handling of it, both the branches are to be taken apart,
These Are brief hints in Referente to the Doctrine, more generally considered. In the more distinct handling of it, both the branches Are to be taken apart,
Answerable whereunto is the language of the Gospel-Prophet, a song of my beloved to his vineyard. Let it be noted that Christ is not looked upon and loved as an ordinary friend,
Answerable whereunto is the language of the Gospel-Prophet, a song of my Beloved to his vineyard. Let it be noted that christ is not looked upon and loved as an ordinary friend,
and he that loveth son or daughter more then me is not worthy of me. This assertion is bottomed upon good reason, because Christ both in his own personal excellencies,
and he that loves son or daughter more then me is not worthy of me. This assertion is bottomed upon good reason, Because christ both in his own personal excellencies,
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And in the song of conjugal loves, this is rendred as the reason of those sparklings, Thou art fairer then the children of men. As there was not among the children of Israel a goodlier person then Saul (from the shoulders upwards he was higher then any of the people ) So Jesus Christ doth wonderfully over-top and exceed in all rich endowments, the most amiable creatures in the world.
And in the song of conjugal loves, this is rendered as the reason of those sparklings, Thou art Fairer then the children of men. As there was not among the children of Israel a goodlier person then Saul (from the shoulders upward he was higher then any of the people) So jesus christ does wonderfully overtop and exceed in all rich endowments, the most amiable creatures in the world.
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And as in all Israel there was none to be so much praised as Absalom for his beauty (from the sole of his foot even to the crown of his head there was no blemish in him ) and this might be some reason of Davids great love towards him:) So in the Lord Jesus, there are perfect beauties without the least blemishes:
And as in all Israel there was none to be so much praised as Absalom for his beauty (from the sole of his foot even to the crown of his head there was no blemish in him) and this might be Some reason of Davids great love towards him:) So in the Lord jesus, there Are perfect beauty's without the least blemishes:
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We read that Jonathans soul was knit to the soul of David, and that he loved him as his own soul, because upon a Duel he had encountered and conquered the Monster Goliah, who had blasphemed God and vilified his people.
We read that Jonathans soul was knit to the soul of David, and that he loved him as his own soul, Because upon a Duel he had encountered and conquered the Monster Goliath, who had blasphemed God and vilified his people.
Now this service was low and inconsiderable, being compared with Christs renowned exploits, who hand to hand combated with the devil in the wildernesse for the space of fourty days, who spoiled principalities and Powers, made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in his crosse;
Now this service was low and inconsiderable, being compared with Christ renowned exploits, who hand to hand combated with the Devil in the Wilderness for the Molle of fourty days, who spoiled principalities and Powers, made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in his cross;
He himself saith, Therfore doth my Father love me, because I lay down my life. And how can new-born Christians, partakers of the divine Nature, be otherwise affected upon the same account towards their blessed Master?
He himself Says, Therefore does my Father love me, Because I lay down my life. And how can newborn Christians, partakers of the divine Nature, be otherwise affected upon the same account towards their blessed Master?
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Davids heart giveth out loves to the Lord, because upon his prayers he had delivered his eyes from tears, and his feet from falling. Now Christ hath rescued his people from wrath to come,
Davids heart gives out loves to the Lord, Because upon his Prayers he had Delivered his eyes from tears, and his feet from falling. Now christ hath rescued his people from wrath to come,
Our Saviour himself giveth this as the reason wherefore the sinful woman loved him, Many sins are forgiven her, therefore she loved much. And Jonathan by this Argument laboureth to win Sauls heart towards David, Because the Lord by him wrought a great salvation to all Israel.
Our Saviour himself gives this as the reason Wherefore the sinful woman loved him, Many Sins Are forgiven her, Therefore she loved much. And Johnathan by this Argument Laboureth to win Saul's heart towards David, Because the Lord by him wrought a great salvation to all Israel.
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Now if I should here discover our large enjoyments from Christ, it would abundantly appear to every ingenuous soule, that there is sufficient cause wherefore he should be accounted and affected as an incomparable friend.
Now if I should Here discover our large enjoyments from christ, it would abundantly appear to every ingenuous soul, that there is sufficient cause Wherefore he should be accounted and affected as an incomparable friend.
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By him we are delivered from sin and hell (as is hinted even now) from the curse of the Law, the hater of God, the deadly snares of the world, and the poison-sting of death.
By him we Are Delivered from since and hell (as is hinted even now) from the curse of the Law, the hater of God, the deadly snares of the world, and the poison-sting of death.
Whatsoever for kind, or for measure the believing Christians comforts are here, yet to be with Christ in heaven will be far better; and this, this in glory is looked for through Christ.
Whatsoever for kind, or for measure the believing Christians comforts Are Here, yet to be with christ in heaven will be Far better; and this, this in glory is looked for through christ.
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Let the words of the Apostle be weighed for the evidence hereof, who having spoken both of the Inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven, as also of the assured Perseverance through Gods Power, and all this by Christ, he adds, Whom having not seen, yet ye love.
Let the words of the Apostle be weighed for the evidence hereof, who having spoken both of the Inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, that fades not away, reserved in heaven, as also of the assured Perseverance through God's Power, and all this by christ, he adds, Whom having not seen, yet you love.
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Ingenuous Christians duly weighing the worth of their future happinesse, dearly purchased by Christ, and undoubtedly to be possessed by them through Christ, do hereupon practically conclude, that nothing can be imagined more reasonable then this, that they should love him as their special friend.
Ingenuous Christians duly weighing the worth of their future happiness, dearly purchased by christ, and undoubtedly to be possessed by them through christ, do hereupon practically conclude, that nothing can be imagined more reasonable then this, that they should love him as their special friend.
For doubtlesse though they be by profession, & in the estimation of others, true Christians; yet they are but only Slips in Christianity. As Judas, &c. Our Saviour speaketh roundly unto such:
For doubtless though they be by profession, & in the estimation of Others, true Christians; yet they Are but only Slips in Christianity. As Judas, etc. Our Saviour speaks roundly unto such:
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How open and expresse are the words of the Apostle to this purpose? If any man love not the Lord Jesus, let him be Anathema Maran-atha. The heavy and lasting maledictions of God hang over the heads of all them who love not Christ.
How open and express Are the words of the Apostle to this purpose? If any man love not the Lord jesus, let him be Anathema Maranatha. The heavy and lasting maledictions of God hang over the Heads of all them who love not christ.
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and that the righteousnesse of his Majesty herein may be manifested, I wish that this may be minded, viz. that unfriendliness to the Lord Jesus in Gospel-times (wherein his excellencies & deservings are so fully laid open) doth proceed either from 1. Infidelity. Or 2. Contumacy. Either people hearing from Scripture of Christs loveliness, do give God the lie to his face by not believing him, or else their disregard of Christ ariseth from malignity and stubbornnesse of will,
and that the righteousness of his Majesty herein may be manifested, I wish that this may be minded, viz. that unfriendliness to the Lord jesus in Gospel times (wherein his excellencies & deservings Are so Fully laid open) does proceed either from 1. Infidelity. Or 2. Contumacy. Either people hearing from Scripture of Christ loveliness, do give God the lie to his face by not believing him, or Else their disregard of christ arises from malignity and stubbornness of will,
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Now if any shall be awakened by these flashes of Gods anger, to enquire, Who are to be judged persons void of love to Jesus Christ? I shall referre them for satisfaction to Christs own words, both the parable, and his exposition of it.
Now if any shall be awakened by these flashes of God's anger, to inquire, Who Are to be judged Persons void of love to jesus christ? I shall refer them for satisfaction to Christ own words, both the parable, and his exposition of it.
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The Parable is this, The Citizens hated him, and sent a message after him saying, We will not have this man to reigne over us. And the Application made is thus expressed, Those mine enemies, which would not that I should raigne over them, bring them hither and slay them before me.
The Parable is this, The Citizens hated him, and sent a message After him saying, We will not have this man to Reign over us. And the Application made is thus expressed, Those mine enemies, which would not that I should Reign over them, bring them hither and slay them before me.
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Its no uncharitablenesse, but judgment according to the Word of truth, to determine those to be no friends unto Christ, whose resolutions are rather to order their lives according to customs, humane traditions, their own humours,
Its no uncharitableness, but judgement according to the Word of truth, to determine those to be no Friends unto christ, whose resolutions Are rather to order their lives according to customs, humane traditions, their own humours,
and the practices of the multitude, then according to the commands and counsels of Christ. It much concernes us all to examine our friendship unto Christ.
and the practices of the multitude, then according to the commands and Counsels of christ. It much concerns us all to examine our friendship unto christ.
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The Apostles benediction was this, Grace be with all them who love our Lord Jesus in sincerity ▪ The rich priviledges of grace are appropriated unto Christs cordial friend.
The Apostles benediction was this, Grace be with all them who love our Lord jesus in sincerity ▪ The rich privileges of grace Are appropriated unto Christ cordial friend.
propound that question unto us, which he asked Peter once, and again, and the third time, Lovest thou me? But though he should not deal thus with us in our life time,
propound that question unto us, which he asked Peter once, and again, and the third time, Lovest thou me? But though he should not deal thus with us in our life time,
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5. Because by serious self-reflections we may attaine such full assurance of our love unto Christ, that we may with confidence speak with Peter, Lord, thou knowest all things, thou knowest that I love thee.
5. Because by serious self-reflections we may attain such full assurance of our love unto christ, that we may with confidence speak with Peter, Lord, thou Knowest all things, thou Knowest that I love thee.
wherefore wilt thou sin against innocent blood, to slay David without a cause? And Jacobs affections did project the preservation of his near relation from ruine.
Wherefore wilt thou sin against innocent blood, to slay David without a cause? And Jacobs affections did project the preservation of his near Relation from ruin.
Hence it appeareth therefore, that people of Gallio his temper, do not love Christ, who care not what wrongs are done to Christ, in the liberty or purity of his Ordinances and comfort of his servants,
Hence it appears Therefore, that people of Gallio his temper, do not love christ, who care not what wrongs Are done to christ, in the liberty or purity of his Ordinances and Comfort of his Servants,
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How inquisitive were his Apostles to know his pleasure in all particulars, relating to the Passeover? The Disciples came unto Jesus, saying, Where wilt thou that we prepare for thee to eat the Passeover? And how t•morous was Abraham (Gods friend) lest he might by overmuch boldnesse incense him,
How inquisitive were his Apostles to know his pleasure in all particulars, relating to the Passover? The Disciples Come unto jesus, saying, Where wilt thou that we prepare for thee to eat the Passover? And how t•morous was Abraham (God's friend) lest he might by overmuch boldness incense him,
This consideration therfore casts them off as no friends to Christ, of whom it may be truly said, in respect of diligent meditation, The Lord is not in all their thoughts.
This consideration Therefore Cast them off as no Friends to christ, of whom it may be truly said, in respect of diligent meditation, The Lord is not in all their thoughts.
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This was Davids meaning, as some Expositors judge, when he having expressed his love to God, speaketh thus in an holy Soliloquy, Return to thy rest O my soul.
This was Davids meaning, as Some Expositors judge, when he having expressed his love to God, speaks thus in an holy Soliloquy, Return to thy rest Oh my soul.
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when thy heart is not with me? And doubtless our estrangement from Christ, in not laying open our selves upon all occasions before him, doth more then intimate our unfriendliness.
when thy heart is not with me? And doubtless our estrangement from christ, in not laying open our selves upon all occasions before him, does more then intimate our unfriendliness.
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Hearken unto the expressions of the loving Spouse, At our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved.
Harken unto the expressions of the loving Spouse, At our gates Are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, Oh my Beloved.
In like manner, whatever duties Christs friends discharge, or whatever Ordinances they frequent, they are wont to say with David, I will not offer to the Lord that which costs me nothing.
In like manner, whatever duties Christ Friends discharge, or whatever Ordinances they frequent, they Are wont to say with David, I will not offer to the Lord that which costs me nothing.
When the most is done and endured for Christ, the soul saith, How little have I either acted or suffered for Christ? Oh that it had been more, Oh that it had been more!
When the most is done and endured for christ, the soul Says, How little have I either acted or suffered for christ? O that it had been more, O that it had been more!
How little is all my service, how small are all my disbursments for Christ? When Iacob had passed two Apprentiships for Rachel, under a sowre Uncle and churlish Master, wherein he had been pinched with cold,
How little is all my service, how small Are all my disbursements for christ? When Iacob had passed two Apprenticeships for Rachel, under a sour Uncle and churlish Master, wherein he had been pinched with cold,
and the reason was, because he loved him, as his own soul ▪ Christs friends look upon him as deserving over and over againe, infinitely more then they shall ever be able to requite,
and the reason was, Because he loved him, as his own soul ▪ Christ Friends look upon him as deserving over and over again, infinitely more then they shall ever be able to requite,
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They know that God giveth liberally and upbraideth not. Worthy Doctor Sibs was wont to say, Supposing a possibility of sorrow in heaven, this would be the grief of the Saints there, that they have done so little for Christ upon earth, from whom they have received so much.
They know that God gives liberally and upbraideth not. Worthy Doctor Sibs was wont to say, Supposing a possibility of sorrow in heaven, this would be the grief of the Saints there, that they have done so little for christ upon earth, from whom they have received so much.
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Love looketh upon nothing as impossible, or as too difficult to be undertaken. The fearful Hen will flie fiercely at the devouring Creatures which would devoure her chickens;
Love looks upon nothing as impossible, or as too difficult to be undertaken. The fearful Hen will fly fiercely At the devouring Creatures which would devour her chickens;
Sir, if thou hast borne him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away. Neither the ghastly looks of a dead body could affright,
Sir, if thou hast born him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away. Neither the ghastly looks of a dead body could affright,
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12. All these forementioned actings and adventures of love in Christs friends, do arise, neither only nor principally from self-advantages received from him,
12. All these forementioned actings and adventures of love in Christ Friends, do arise, neither only nor principally from self-advantages received from him,
whether by life or death; Whereas when Christ is looked after rather for loaves then for his divine lovelinesse, it's rather to be judged a trucking with him, then a loving of him.
whither by life or death; Whereas when christ is looked After rather for loaves then for his divine loveliness, it's rather to be judged a trucking with him, then a loving of him.
Lastly, and for our help in the former, I adde this (as the conclusion of this search ▪ upon which I have held you so long) That sincere friendship unto Christ, will raise rejoycings in our hearts upon his advancement,
Lastly, and for our help in the former, I add this (as the conclusion of this search ▪ upon which I have held you so long) That sincere friendship unto christ, will raise rejoicings in our hearts upon his advancement,
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If you loved me, you would rejoyce because I said, I go unto the Father. John the Baptist is a rare instance to evidence this character of true friendship:
If you loved me, you would rejoice Because I said, I go unto the Father. John the Baptist is a rare instance to evidence this character of true friendship:
and that your credit should be cropt, rather then it should hinder his shine and prospect? can you lay your selves down in the dust, that the crown may be s•t upon Christs head? can you willingly be little or nothing in the account of the world, that Christ may be all in all among the children of men? By sincere answers returned upon serious considerations of all these foregoing particulars, you may be able to give a right judgement of your own estate,
and that your credit should be cropped, rather then it should hinder his shine and prospect? can you lay your selves down in the dust, that the crown may be s•t upon Christ head? can you willingly be little or nothing in the account of the world, that christ may be all in all among the children of men? By sincere answers returned upon serious considerations of all these foregoing particulars, you may be able to give a right judgement of your own estate,
Might not the remembrance of the forementioned Reasons wherefore beleevers love him, being faithfully pressed upon your spirits, be hopefully operative for this end? Take into your consideration 1. His incomparable beauties. 2. His famous exploits. 3. Your former rich receipts. 4. Your future expectations from him:
Might not the remembrance of the forementioned Reasons Wherefore believers love him, being faithfully pressed upon your spirits, be hopefully operative for this end? Take into your consideration 1. His incomparable beauty's. 2. His famous exploits. 3. Your former rich receipts. 4. Your future Expectations from him:
That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, and I will fill their Treasures: Riches, substantial riches, substantial riches making treasures:
That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, and I will fill their Treasures: Riches, substantial riches, substantial riches making treasures:
2. Hereupon you may confidently expect familiar fellowship with Christ and his Father, which is the Christians Heaven upon Earth, If any man love me, my Father will love him,
2. Hereupon you may confidently expect familiar fellowship with christ and his Father, which is the Christians Heaven upon Earth, If any man love me, my Father will love him,
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Witnesse the experience of such who during their ignorance of Christ were so farre from loving him, that they accounted the love of others groundlesse,
Witness the experience of such who during their ignorance of christ were so Far from loving him, that they accounted the love of Others groundless,
As Abrahams servant brought forth Jewels of silver, and Jewels of go•d to win Rebecca her heart towards Isaac; So should we spread before our souls frequently those things which are enjoyed i• Christ, that our hearts may be enamoured with him.
As Abrahams servant brought forth Jewels of silver, and Jewels of go•d to win Rebecca her heart towards Isaac; So should we spread before our Souls frequently those things which Are enjoyed i• christ, that our hearts may be enamoured with him.
Ponder upon his own expressions, I love them that love me, and those that seek me early shall finde me. Riches and honour are with me: yea, durable riches and Righteousnesse.
Ponder upon his own expressions, I love them that love me, and those that seek me early shall find me. Riches and honour Are with me: yea, durable riches and Righteousness.
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Dwell upon these and the like considerations, and the Lord blesse them to the end for which propounded, that your souls may flame forth loves upon the Lord Jesus.
Dwell upon these and the like considerations, and the Lord bless them to the end for which propounded, that your Souls may flame forth loves upon the Lord jesus.
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Howsoever he here calleth Lazarus his special friend, and the Apostles were so accounted in some way of peculiarity, Henceforth I call you not servants,
Howsoever he Here calls Lazarus his special friend, and the Apostles were so accounted in Some Way of peculiarity, Henceforth I call you not Servants,
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This our Lord himself doth more then intimate in his most heavenly prayer, wherein expressing his respect to his Fathers honour, together with abundant love towards the Elect, he doth very often touch upon them as given unto him by the Father.
This our Lord himself does more then intimate in his most heavenly prayer, wherein expressing his respect to his Father's honour, together with abundant love towards the Elect, he does very often touch upon them as given unto him by the Father.
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And that is very considerable to this purpose which the Evangelical Prophet foretold of Christ, He shall see of the travel of his soul, and shall be satisfied.
And that is very considerable to this purpose which the Evangelical Prophet foretold of christ, He shall see of the travel of his soul, and shall be satisfied.
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and highly esteemed by him above others, as the Prophet witnesseth, Since thou wast precious in my sight, I loved thee, &c. 3. Because of their spiritual troth-plight unto Christ.
and highly esteemed by him above Others, as the Prophet Witnesseth, Since thou wast precious in my sighed, I loved thee, etc. 3. Because of their spiritual trothplight unto christ.
The Apostle speaketh of espousing the beleeving Corinthians unto him as their husband. And as this is done in loving kindnesse and mercy, so because of this relation, Christ is propounded as an example of great love.
The Apostle speaks of espousing the believing Corinthians unto him as their husband. And as this is done in loving kindness and mercy, so Because of this Relation, christ is propounded as an Exampl of great love.
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Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ loved his Church, and gave himselfe for it. 4. Because they are incorporated into Christ as members of his body mystical.
Husbands, love your wives, even as christ loved his Church, and gave himself for it. 4. Because they Are incorporated into christ as members of his body mystical.
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As before his incarnation they are called Gods peculiar treasure, and his Jewels; so since his Ascension the Apostle Paul stileth them the Glory of Christ. And in this regard a principle of divine self-love doth incline the Lord Christ to be a friend unto beleevers.
As before his incarnation they Are called God's peculiar treasure, and his Jewels; so since his Ascension the Apostle Paul styleth them the Glory of christ. And in this regard a principle of divine Self-love does incline the Lord christ to be a friend unto believers.
For the illustration of this truth, know, that this love of Christ is fourfold; viz. 1. Of his eternal purpose. 2. Of Benevolence. 3. Of Complacency, 4. Of Compassion.
For the illustration of this truth, know, that this love of christ is fourfold; viz. 1. Of his Eternal purpose. 2. Of Benevolence. 3. Of Complacency, 4. Of Compassion.
Christ himself being the heir of all things, both in heaven and earth, the fountaine both of grace and comfort, brings along with himself all needful accommodations, terrestrial, celestial,
christ himself being the heir of all things, both in heaven and earth, the fountain both of grace and Comfort, brings along with himself all needful accommodations, terrestrial, celestial,
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3. The Lord embraceth them with a love of delight and complacency, he himself having made them lovely by putting upon them his own robes and ornaments, both by justifying and sanctifying grace.
3. The Lord Embraceth them with a love of delight and complacency, he himself having made them lovely by putting upon them his own robes and Ornament, both by justifying and sanctifying grace.
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Therefore though the Elect themselves are rather loathsome then delightful in their unregenerate estate, yet being covered with Christ his righteousnesse,
Therefore though the Elect themselves Are rather loathsome then delightful in their unregenerate estate, yet being covered with christ his righteousness,
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As in reference to his friend Lazarus, being brought to the place where he was buried, Jesus wept. And hence the Jewes inferred this conclusion, behold how he loved him!
As in Referente to his friend Lazarus, being brought to the place where he was buried, jesus wept. And hence the Jews inferred this conclusion, behold how he loved him!
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God intending to give David a cordial upon the death of his childe, bestoweth upon him Solomon, with this assurance that he loved him, whereupon he was called Jedi•iah; And for the chearing of Daniels heart, he was told once and againe, that he was greatly beloved by the Lord.
God intending to give David a cordial upon the death of his child, bestoweth upon him Solomon, with this assurance that he loved him, whereupon he was called Jedi•iah; And for the cheering of Daniel's heart, he was told once and again, that he was greatly Beloved by the Lord.
In the serving out of this cordial, I will briefly endeavour to lay before you 1. The Characters of Christs beloved friends. 2. The comforts hence deducible for their relief.
In the serving out of this cordial, I will briefly endeavour to lay before you 1. The Characters of Christ Beloved Friends. 2. The comforts hence deducible for their relief.
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That these Saints are not so titularly onely (because so reputed and nominated among men;) but Saints in reality and practice, being persons whose hearts are separated from common pollutions, raised above creature contents, to minde the matters of God in good earnest:
That these Saints Are not so titularly only (Because so reputed and nominated among men;) but Saints in reality and practice, being Persons whose hearts Are separated from Common pollutions, raised above creature contents, to mind the matters of God in good earnest:
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And this calling is not alone external (for thousands who continue haters of God, are called upon, to lay down their arms of rebellion, and to submit unto the government of Christ) but it is a calling internal and efficacious, conquering the soul to come in unto Christ, leaving all in resolution, affection, and endeavour for him.
And this calling is not alone external (for thousands who continue haters of God, Are called upon, to lay down their arms of rebellion, and to submit unto the government of christ) but it is a calling internal and efficacious, conquering the soul to come in unto christ, leaving all in resolution, affection, and endeavour for him.
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Therefore in the application of this, note, the Quere should be, which way the strongest stream of minde and will do run? whether sin — ward, world-ward,
Therefore in the application of this, note, the Quere should be, which Way the Strongest stream of mind and will do run? whither since — ward, worldward,
And in this respect the Apostle speaking of the servants duty, doth place purloyning, in opposition to good fidelity; that servant who purseth his Masters gaine, he is not faithful.
And in this respect the Apostle speaking of the Servants duty, does place purloining, in opposition to good Fidis; that servant who purseth his Masters gain, he is not faithful.
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All the comforts of life natural and civil, all the comforts of the several ages and conditions of life are not comparable to this love. 4 Most constant;
All the comforts of life natural and civil, all the comforts of the several ages and conditions of life Are not comparable to this love. 4 Most constant;
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No opposition, losse, or change whatsoever, can possibly separate beloved Christians from this love, which the Apostle mentioneth as a matter of high joy and holy triumph.
No opposition, loss, or change whatsoever, can possibly separate Beloved Christians from this love, which the Apostle mentioneth as a matter of high joy and holy triumph.
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Secondly, the efficiency of his love is admirably comfortable, to all such who enjoy it. For first, it worketh their deliverance from whasoever may be grievous and dangerous.
Secondly, the efficiency of his love is admirably comfortable, to all such who enjoy it. For First, it works their deliverance from whatsoever may be grievous and dangerous.
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Christ loved the Church that he might sanctifie it, with the washing of water by the word ▪ that he might present it to himselfe a glorious Church, not having spot,
christ loved the Church that he might sanctify it, with the washing of water by the word ▪ that he might present it to himself a glorious Church, not having spot,
If unto all these (which I mentioned without enlargement) we add the complacency which he taketh in all communications of his love, it will be a great addition to their joy.
If unto all these (which I mentioned without enlargement) we add the complacency which he Takes in all communications of his love, it will be a great addition to their joy.
How should the remembrance of such rare refreshings belonging to them, who are the beloved friends of Christ, quicken endeavours in all sorts to gain a share in his friendship.
How should the remembrance of such rare refreshings belonging to them, who Are the Beloved Friends of christ, quicken endeavours in all sorts to gain a share in his friendship.
Jesus Christ is the King of kings, and the Lord of lords, the only potentate unto whom all authority in heaven and earth is committed, by whom Kings reigne, Princes rule,
jesus christ is the King of Kings, and the Lord of Lords, the only potentate unto whom all Authority in heaven and earth is committed, by whom Kings Reign, Princes Rule,
In holy story Hushai and Zabud have this title of respect put upon them, that they were the kings friends. And it will be for the everlasting credit of father Abraham, that he is recorded in sacred pages, to be the friend of God.
In holy story Hushai and Zabud have this title of respect put upon them, that they were the Kings Friends. And it will be for the everlasting credit of father Abraham, that he is recorded in sacred pages, to be the friend of God.
4. The people of God conceiving hope that Christ regardeth us, they will be encouraged with the more affectionate confidence to pray for us in the times of our need.
4. The people of God conceiving hope that christ Regardeth us, they will be encouraged with the more affectionate confidence to pray for us in the times of our need.
My lovers and my friends stand aloof from my sore, and my kinsmen stand aloof off, Lover and friend thou hast put far from me, and my acquaintance into darknesse.
My lovers and my Friends stand aloof from my soar, and my kinsmen stand aloof off, Lover and friend thou hast put Far from me, and my acquaintance into darkness.
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Now if these arguments shall force resolutions in your bosoms to seek Christs love, and thereupon means to attain it, shall be enquired after; I give these short directions.
Now if these Arguments shall force resolutions in your bosoms to seek Christ love, and thereupon means to attain it, shall be inquired After; I give these short directions.
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and they are to be perswaded unto real gratitude for his love. The Disciple whom Christ loved, having touched upon his incomparable love, addeth this doxology:
and they Are to be persuaded unto real gratitude for his love. The Disciple whom christ loved, having touched upon his incomparable love, adds this doxology:
But that I may not tautologize by telling the same things again, I wish you to meditate upon these particulars which will yet further commend Christs love, and may call you forth in thankfulnesse for it.
But that I may not tautologize by telling the same things again, I wish you to meditate upon these particulars which will yet further commend Christ love, and may call you forth in thankfulness for it.
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Now if Christs beloved friends, thankfully disposed towards him for his love, shall demand how their gratitude should be really discovered? I answer in the words of Solomon; A man that hath friends, must shew himselfe friendly: which is done,
Now if Christ Beloved Friends, thankfully disposed towards him for his love, shall demand how their gratitude should be really discovered? I answer in the words of Solomon; A man that hath Friends, must show himself friendly: which is done,
Thus David complaineth of Achitophel, (and as some conceive, Christ of Judas) My friend that did eat of my bread, hath lifted up his heel against me. As Caesar was most afflicted with the wound received from his own sons hands. And thou my son too!
Thus David Complaineth of Ahithophel, (and as Some conceive, christ of Judas) My friend that did eat of my bred, hath lifted up his heel against me. As Caesar was most afflicted with the wound received from his own Sons hands. And thou my son too!
Therefore upon remembrance of Christs kindnesse learn to beat back temptations as Joseph did. How then shall I do this wickednesse, and sin against the Lord
Therefore upon remembrance of Christ kindness Learn to beatrice back temptations as Joseph did. How then shall I do this wickedness, and since against the Lord
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Ruth upon the receipt of lesse love a great deal from Naomi her mother in law, taketh up this resolution, Nothing shall part thee and me but death. God forbid that ever we by our Apostacy should give Christ occasion to speak by way of reproach to us as Absalon did to Hushai (deserting David, as he apprehended) Is this thy kindnesse to thy friend? Why wentest not thou with thy friend? So be you sure that this one circumstance will gripe your hearts with great grief for your backslidings.
Ruth upon the receipt of less love a great deal from Naomi her mother in law, Takes up this resolution, Nothing shall part thee and me but death. God forbid that ever we by our Apostasy should give christ occasion to speak by Way of reproach to us as Absalom did to Hushai (deserting David, as he apprehended) Is this thy kindness to thy friend? Why wentest not thou with thy friend? So be you sure that this one circumstance will gripe your hearts with great grief for your backslidings.
3. By unfained love unto all them, who are the beloved friends of Christ ▪ This is the inference of Saint John, from this consideration under discourse, that therefore we ought to love one another,
3. By unfeigned love unto all them, who Are the Beloved Friends of christ ▪ This is the Inference of Saint John, from this consideration under discourse, that Therefore we ought to love one Another,
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As Christ here saith not, my friend, but our friend Lazarus, thereby intending to declare the friendship which was betwixt Lazarus and his Disciples, as betwixt himself and Lazarus.
As christ Here Says not, my friend, but our friend Lazarus, thereby intending to declare the friendship which was betwixt Lazarus and his Disciples, as betwixt himself and Lazarus.
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In this respect the Apostle Paul in his Epistle to the Ephesians, joyneth their faith in Christ, and their love to all Saints. And in his Epistle to Philemon, he connexeth his love to Christ,
In this respect the Apostle Paul in his Epistle to the Ephesians, Joineth their faith in christ, and their love to all Saints. And in his Epistle to Philemon, he connexeth his love to christ,
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For neither spiritual relation, nor divine injunction, nor Christs image upon the Christians soul, could have any commanding influence to draw forth this holy love amongst Believers,
For neither spiritual Relation, nor divine injunction, nor Christ image upon the Christians soul, could have any commanding influence to draw forth this holy love among Believers,
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and their practices proclaim to the world, this being their design and endeavour (if they could effect it) to ruinate them in their comforts and lives altogether;
and their practices proclaim to the world, this being their Design and endeavour (if they could Effect it) to ruinate them in their comforts and lives altogether;
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They have said (in their desires, though not with their lips) Come let us cut them off from being a Nation, that the name of Israel may be no more in remembrance.
They have said (in their Desires, though not with their lips) Come let us Cut them off from being a nation, that the name of Israel may be no more in remembrance.
or (as one wittily expresseth it) they kisse the mouth and tread upon the toes. Such unfriendlinesse to godly Christians, 1. Argueth an unregenerate estate.
or (as one wittily Expresses it) they kiss the Mouth and tread upon the toes. Such unfriendliness to godly Christians, 1. Argue an unregenerate estate.
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Secondly, those much more are by this doctrine set aside as no friends to Christ, who are Boutefeuz and Incendiaries, seeking to kindle coals of contentions,
Secondly, those much more Are by this Doctrine Set aside as no Friends to christ, who Are Boutefeuz and Incendiaries, seeking to kindle coals of contentions,
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though they be not such notorious opposites as were described in the former Use. Therefore take those discoveries of them who are right in their loves to real Christians.
though they be not such notorious opposites as were described in the former Use. Therefore take those discoveries of them who Are right in their loves to real Christians.
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First, from the object of love, viz. Sanctif•ing grace. There are many lovely qualifications in Gods faithful servants, which an ingenuous moral man may value;
First, from the Object of love, viz. Sanctif•ing grace. There Are many lovely qualifications in God's faithful Servants, which an ingenuous moral man may valve;
To him that is afflicted pity should be shewed from his friend. By this David did demonstrate his real respects unto some who ill deserved them, When they were sick, my cloathing was sackcloth, I behaved my self as tho•gh he had been my friend.
To him that is afflicted pity should be showed from his friend. By this David did demonstrate his real respects unto Some who ill deserved them, When they were sick, my clothing was Sackcloth, I behaved my self as tho•gh he had been my friend.
These short hints I leave to your amplification and faithful application, that your selves may understand whether your love unto godly Christians be such as will evidence your regenerate estate.
These short hints I leave to your amplification and faithful application, that your selves may understand whither your love unto godly Christians be such as will evidence your regenerate estate.
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The third Use is for the comfort of all them, who can in this grace of Christian love and friendship, approve their sincerity unto God, not doubting but that Christ himselfe will give the like testimony unto them herein,
The third Use is for the Comfort of all them, who can in this grace of Christian love and friendship, approve their sincerity unto God, not doubting but that christ himself will give the like testimony unto them herein,
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As helps herein, let these meditations be moulded believingly upon your hearts. 1. That they are in regard of spiritual beauties, the lovelyest people under the Sun, Exceeding beautiful. The Church is called the fairest among women. And this is not the judgement of persons subject to mistakes,
As helps herein, let these meditations be moulded believingly upon your hearts. 1. That they Are in regard of spiritual beauty's, the loveliest people under the Sun, Exceeding beautiful. The Church is called the Fairest among women. And this is not the judgement of Persons Subject to mistakes,
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Therefore that you may beget love in your bosomes towards Saints, do not so much pore upon their blemishes as their beauties, look rather upon their vertue then their vices;
Therefore that you may beget love in your bosoms towards Saints, do not so much poor upon their blemishes as their beauty's, look rather upon their virtue then their vices;
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Here I will only name (without enlargement) the particulars, whereby Saint Paul perswadeth the Christian Ephesians, to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace.
Here I will only name (without enlargement) the particulars, whereby Saint Paul Persuadeth the Christian Ephesians, to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace.
These are repairers of breaches, and restorers of paths to dwell in. And these are the remnant, which if God had not left, we should have been like unto Sodom and Gomorrah.
These Are repairers of Breaches, and restorers of paths to dwell in. And these Are the remnant, which if God had not left, we should have been like unto Sodom and Gomorrah.
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2 And by their presence, As God told Lot, he could do nothing till he removed from Sodome. By this reason Jonathan speaketh to move Saul 's bowels towards David, For he did put his life in his hand,
2 And by their presence, As God told Lot, he could do nothing till he removed from Sodom. By this reason Johnathan speaks to move Saul is bowels towards David, For he did put his life in his hand,
Secondly, I might from this doctrine deale with all sorts by perswasion to endeavour to become godly, that they may be admitted as friends into the bosomes of Gods people.
Secondly, I might from this Doctrine deal with all sorts by persuasion to endeavour to become godly, that they may be admitted as Friends into the bosoms of God's people.
1. That the love of Gods people towards us will produce their frequent and fervent addresses unto heaven for us according to our serviceable necessities.
1. That the love of God's people towards us will produce their frequent and fervent Addresses unto heaven for us according to our serviceable necessities.
2. Their love will work them unto readinesse in any other kinde to serve us with their interests and abilities, counsels and communication of their experiences, as opportunity may be offered.
2. Their love will work them unto readiness in any other kind to serve us with their interests and abilities, Counsels and communication of their experiences, as opportunity may be offered.
because they are to be looked upon as best able (in regard of their principles and experiments) to judge of the spiritual conditions of other Christians.
Because they Are to be looked upon as best able (in regard of their principles and experiments) to judge of the spiritual conditions of other Christians.
I proceed to the third circumstance, considerable in the first part of the Text, viz. That Christ himself doth testifie the forementioned relation of friendship betwixt Lazarus and himself with his Disciples: Our friend.
I proceed to the third circumstance, considerable in the First part of the Text, viz. That christ himself does testify the forementioned Relation of friendship betwixt Lazarus and himself with his Disciples: Our friend.
So likewise he did his Disciples under the relation of brotherhood after his Resurrection, Go tell my brethren. And since his Ascension into glory, such is his respect unto all sanctified ones, That he is not ashamed to call them brethren.
So likewise he did his Disciples under the Relation of brotherhood After his Resurrection, Go tell my brothers. And since his Ascension into glory, such is his respect unto all sanctified ones, That he is not ashamed to call them brothers.
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As dead Lazarus is thus spoken of, Our friend. And long after Abrahams decease, God speaking of Israel, thus expresseth himself, The seed of Abraham my friend.
As dead Lazarus is thus spoken of, Our friend. And long After Abrahams decease, God speaking of Israel, thus Expresses himself, The seed of Abraham my friend.
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2. And God will acknowledge them, because he hath undertaken torecompence them. He is not unrighteous to forget labours of love. The Application followeth.
2. And God will acknowledge them, Because he hath undertaken torecompence them. He is not unrighteous to forget labours of love. The Application follows.
1. To all them whose consciences bear witnesse, that they have no friendly frame of heart unto such godly ones, whose holy conversations discover them to be chosen and called out of the world.
1. To all them whose Consciences bear witness, that they have no friendly frame of heart unto such godly ones, whose holy conversations discover them to be chosen and called out of the world.
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when Christ who knoweth all his friends and foes, shall separate the sheep and the goats, And shall come to execute judgment upon all, and to convince all that are ungodly amongst them of all their ungodly deeds, which they have ungodly committed,
when christ who Knoweth all his Friends and foes, shall separate the sheep and the Goats, And shall come to execute judgement upon all, and to convince all that Are ungodly among them of all their ungodly Deeds, which they have ungodly committed,
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and this will be a great addition unto their comfort, that expressions of friendly respect both to God and his servants, are thus observed, and will be acknowledged.
and this will be a great addition unto their Comfort, that expressions of friendly respect both to God and his Servants, Are thus observed, and will be acknowledged.
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So the Psalmist cheareth himself by this consideration, I have preached Righteousnesse in the great Congregation. Lo I have not refrained my lips, O Lord thou knowest it.
So the Psalmist Cheereth himself by this consideration, I have preached Righteousness in the great Congregation. Lo I have not refrained my lips, Oh Lord thou Knowest it.
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How well was it for Mordecai (when himself with his Countrey-men, were decryed and condemned as enemies to the State) that his fidelity in a particular instance was recorded? And to bring this home to the knowledge that God taketh of his servants sincerity:
How well was it for Mordecai (when himself with his Countrymen, were decried and condemned as enemies to the State) that his Fidis in a particular instance was recorded? And to bring this home to the knowledge that God Takes of his Servants sincerity:
And Jeremiah being suspected to be one ill-affected towards the place where he lived, maketh this appeale to the Lord, I have not desired the wofull day, thou knowest.
And Jeremiah being suspected to be one ill-affected towards the place where he lived, makes this appeal to the Lord, I have not desired the woeful day, thou Knowest.
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he addeth, And these shall be mine saith the Lord of Hosts, in the day when I make up my jewels, &c. And this cordial is contained in Pauls Prayer for Onesiphorus, The Lord give mercy to the house of Onesiphorus,
he adds, And these shall be mine Says the Lord of Hosts, in the day when I make up my Jewels, etc. And this cordial is contained in Paul's Prayer for Onesiphorus, The Lord give mercy to the house of Onesiphorus,
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But most comfortable is that full promise of Christ himselfe unto all such who are friendly unto him in his relations, recorded in Matthew 25. from ver. 34. to ver. 40. from whence these particulars are worthy consideration.
But most comfortable is that full promise of christ himself unto all such who Are friendly unto him in his relations, recorded in Matthew 25. from for. 34. to for. 40. from whence these particulars Are worthy consideration.
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and will mention much that themselves never minded. And they shall say, when saw we thee an hungred, &c. 2. That all acts of love and pitty towards his relations (even the least and lowest) shall be interpreted as a special kindnesse shewed unto himself, In as much as you have done it to one of the least of these my brethren, you have done it unto me.
and will mention much that themselves never minded. And they shall say, when saw we thee an hungered, etc. 2. That all acts of love and pity towards his relations (even the least and lowest) shall be interpreted as a special kindness showed unto himself, In as much as you have done it to one of the least of these my brothers, you have done it unto me.
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And if you be content to come in to Christ as faithful friends, then befriend (for his sake,) those especially who are of his houshold, for this will be observed and rewarded.
And if you be content to come in to christ as faithful Friends, then befriend (for his sake,) those especially who Are of his household, for this will be observed and rewarded.
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Christ himself by this consideration moveth sincerity in all services, whether of piety towards God, or charity towards men, because an eye from heaven doth espie whatsoever is done on earth with greatest secrecy.
christ himself by this consideration moves sincerity in all services, whither of piety towards God, or charity towards men, Because an eye from heaven does espy whatsoever is done on earth with greatest secrecy.
This motive will be the more prevalent, if we minde Christ, who as the Judge of all men, will manifest and recompence their services according to their nature and manner of performance.
This motive will be the more prevalent, if we mind christ, who as the Judge of all men, will manifest and recompense their services according to their nature and manner of performance.
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Lazarus sleepeth. In the division of the Text there were three things noted thence; which I shall speak unto very briefly, in three points of Doctrine.
Lazarus Sleepeth. In the division of the Text there were three things noted thence; which I shall speak unto very briefly, in three points of Doctrine.
2. And by reason of Gods determination, with reference to his own glory, many wayes to be manifested in the consequence of death, It is appointed unto men once to die,
2. And by reason of God's determination, with Referente to his own glory, many ways to be manifested in the consequence of death, It is appointed unto men once to die,
I will not here speak unto that which was extraordinary in this death of Lazarus; viz. for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby, and for the sakes of them who should beleeve, upon the observation of Christs power in a miraculous raising him from the dead)
I will not Here speak unto that which was extraordinary in this death of Lazarus; viz. for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby, and for the sakes of them who should believe, upon the observation of Christ power in a miraculous raising him from the dead)
When the Barbarians saw the venomous beast hang on Pauls hand, they said among themselves, No doubt this man is a murtherer, vengeance suffereth not him to live.
When the Barbarians saw the venomous beast hang on Paul's hand, they said among themselves, No doubt this man is a murderer, vengeance suffers not him to live.
and the other of his lameness? And doubtlesse in this sense, it may be said safely, that death unto the godly is the best Physician, curing them perfectly of all diseases whatsoever.
and the other of his lameness? And doubtless in this sense, it may be said safely, that death unto the godly is the best physician, curing them perfectly of all diseases whatsoever.
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How did our Saviour bestirre himself, when he knew that his houre was come? What a great deal of good work did he then dispatch in a short time? And it seemeth to be the reason,
How did our Saviour Bestir himself, when he knew that his hour was come? What a great deal of good work did he then dispatch in a short time? And it seems to be the reason,
Upon this ground the Prophet Zachary quickeneth obedience, Thus saith the Lord of hosts, Turne ye now from your evil wayes, — Your fathers where are they? And the Prophets, do they live for ever? Our Saviour is often in this exhortation, having foretold his own departure, Yet a little while is the light with you, walk while you have the light. As all godly ones are called light: So Ministers are the lights of the world;
Upon this ground the Prophet Zachary Quickeneth Obedience, Thus Says the Lord of hosts, Turn you now from your evil ways, — Your Father's where Are they? And the prophets, do they live for ever? Our Saviour is often in this exhortation, having foretold his own departure, Yet a little while is the Light with you, walk while you have the Light. As all godly ones Are called Light: So Ministers Are the lights of the world;
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Although I know, that they being united unto Christ, and reconciled to God through him, they shall undoubtedly (whensoever they die) be translated from earth to heaven:
Although I know, that they being united unto christ, and reconciled to God through him, they shall undoubtedly (whensoever they die) be translated from earth to heaven:
How much might be comprized in Jobs expression, All the dayes of mine appointed time will I wait until my change shall come? I shall not undertake to discover;
How much might be comprised in Jobs expression, All the days of mine appointed time will I wait until my change shall come? I shall not undertake to discover;
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but I desire to leave these foure words of advice, in the bosomes of Christians, in tendency unto their preparation for death. 1. Seek well grounded assurance of your interest in Christ,
but I desire to leave these foure words of Advice, in the bosoms of Christians, in tendency unto their preparation for death. 1. Seek well grounded assurance of your Interest in christ,
This foundation being laid, Paul could triumph over death, — Oh death, where is thy sting? thanks be to God, who hath given us victory through Jesus Christ.
This Foundation being laid, Paul could triumph over death, — O death, where is thy sting? thanks be to God, who hath given us victory through jesus christ.
Whereas Peter having dishonoured Christ, disgraced his profession, wounded his own conscience, and prejudiced others (how farre we know not) by his fearful, threefold denial;
Whereas Peter having dishonoured christ, disgraced his profession, wounded his own conscience, and prejudiced Others (how Far we know not) by his fearful, threefold denial;
was so full of perplexity, that Christ saw cause (before the foretelling of his death) to confirme his heart in helping on the discovery of his sincere love, notwithstanding that sad offensive Apostacy.
was so full of perplexity, that christ saw cause (before the foretelling of his death) to confirm his heart in helping on the discovery of his sincere love, notwithstanding that sad offensive Apostasy.
Broken bones, though knit, will ake towards change of weather. And the remembrance of scandalous miscariages, may occasion anguish in the bosomes of dying Saints.
Broken bones, though knit, will ache towards change of weather. And the remembrance of scandalous miscarriages, may occasion anguish in the bosoms of dying Saints.
3. Settle your outward estate and concernments, according to divine prudence and holy principles, remembring that you must be accountable unto the Lord, (whose stewards you are) how you dispose of the things of this life with which he hath entrusted you.
3. Settle your outward estate and concernments, according to divine prudence and holy principles, remembering that you must be accountable unto the Lord, (whose Stewards you Are) how you dispose of the things of this life with which he hath Entrusted you.
because they suspe• the many sad consequences of their not endeavouring t• prevent sinne and trouble by an orderly setling of all the• earthly enjoyments.
Because they suspe• the many sad consequences of their not endeavouring t• prevent sin and trouble by an orderly settling of all the• earthly enjoyments.
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4. Leave with gracious gravity and seriousnesse, charges and convictions upon the consciences of your nearest relations, that Christ, heaven and their immortal soules may be principally cared for.
4. Leave with gracious gravity and seriousness, charges and convictions upon the Consciences of your nearest relations, that christ, heaven and their immortal Souls may be principally cared for.
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This sleep is not to be applied unto the soule after its departure from the body (as some fondly dreame;) for it goeth to God immediately, forth-with enjoyeth fellowship with Christ, and becometh perfect; But it belongs to the dead body, laid in the grave, which in this regard is called a sleeping place.
This sleep is not to be applied unto the soul After its departure from the body (as Some fondly dream;) for it Goes to God immediately, forthwith Enjoyeth fellowship with christ, and Becometh perfect; But it belongs to the dead body, laid in the grave, which in this regard is called a sleeping place.
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I grant that death unto nature is the King of feares, and it hath its poisonous sting with which it will wound the wicked, whom it doth usher into hell.
I grant that death unto nature is the King of fears, and it hath its poisonous sting with which it will wound the wicked, whom it does usher into hell.
and it would be a digression, if I should undertake that discovery: But I only move Gods people, to arme themselves against the sinking feare of death,
and it would be a digression, if I should undertake that discovery: But I only move God's people, to arm themselves against the sinking Fear of death,
yet he knew without any creature-intelligence, that now he was fallen asleep by death. Ʋse 2. This truth speaketh manifold comforts unto Gods children:
yet he knew without any creature-intelligence, that now he was fallen asleep by death. Ʋse 2. This truth speaks manifold comforts unto God's children:
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Though thousands of devils may watch to intercept the soule, yet Christ who observeth when it leaveth the body, will undoubtedly, according to his charge and promise, secure its Passages to glory.
Though thousands of Devils may watch to intercept the soul, yet christ who observeth when it Leaveth the body, will undoubtedly, according to his charge and promise, secure its Passages to glory.
Therefore upon the death of Gods servants, we should seek after such dispositions, as may be pleasing unto his Majesty, who observeth together with such providences, how we are affected therewith.
Therefore upon the death of God's Servants, we should seek After such dispositions, as may be pleasing unto his Majesty, who observeth together with such providences, how we Are affected therewith.
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Now is not the death of such to be bewailed? When Elijah went up by a whirlewinde to heaven, Elisha saw it, and he cryed, My father, my father, the Charet of Israel, and the horsemen thereof.
Now is not the death of such to be bewailed? When Elijah went up by a whirlwind to heaven, Elisha saw it, and he cried, My father, my father, the Chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof.
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And when Elisha was sick, Joash (though not a good man) wept over him, and said, Oh my father, my father, the Charet of Israel, and the horsemen thereof.
And when Elisha was sick, Joash (though not a good man) wept over him, and said, O my father, my father, the Chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof.
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The Apostle having given in a catalogue of Old-Testament-beleevers, who in their several places and ages did worthily, he earnestly perswadeth Christians to be followers of them.
The Apostle having given in a catalogue of Old-Testament-beleevers, who in their several places and ages did worthily, he earnestly Persuadeth Christians to be followers of them.
This leadeth me to that which you all look for, ( viz ) to spread before you the exemplary life of Master Jeremiah Whitaker the late Pastor of this place, whose Funeral hath occasioned this great Assembly and my Sermon;
This leads me to that which you all look for, (videlicet) to spread before you the exemplary life of Master Jeremiah Whitaker the late Pastor of this place, whose Funeral hath occasioned this great Assembly and my Sermon;
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in reference unto whom, that I may speak unto your edification, I will (with the change of one word only) undertake my Text again, Our friend Whitaker sleepeth. And truly I am very confident, that if Jesus Christ was here in his bodily presence among us, he would not be unwilling to speak these words, Our friend Whitaker sleepeth. Before I begin my Narrative, I crave leave to premise this, ( viz. ) that though (in some respects) I know a more meet man might have been chosen for this work;
in Referente unto whom, that I may speak unto your edification, I will (with the change of one word only) undertake my Text again, Our friend Whitaker Sleepeth. And truly I am very confident, that if jesus christ was Here in his bodily presence among us, he would not be unwilling to speak these words, Our friend Whitaker Sleepeth. Before I begin my Narrative, I crave leave to premise this, (viz.) that though (in Some respects) I know a more meet man might have been chosen for this work;
yet I acknowledge that my selfe am not the unmeetest, considering my long and familiar acquaintance with him, especially if this be added, ( viz. ) that in Summer was twelve-moneth — I riding with him unto Tunbridge Wells, he was pleased to give me the History of his life, from his youth till that time;
yet I acknowledge that my self am not the unmeetest, considering my long and familiar acquaintance with him, especially if this be added, (viz.) that in Summer was twelvemonth — I riding with him unto Tunbridge Wells, he was pleased to give me the History of his life, from his youth till that time;
Oh how often, and with what meltings hath he poured forth his heart into my bosome, in reference to all concernments, personal, relative, private, publick, comfortable and uncomfortable, which have deeply affected him!
O how often, and with what meltings hath he poured forth his heart into my bosom, in Referente to all concernments, personal, relative, private, public, comfortable and uncomfortable, which have deeply affected him!
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My forgetfulnesse will necessitate the omission of many things, and my faithfulnesse with prudence command me to conceal much of that, which to my heart spake aloud his great goodnesse and high commendations.
My forgetfulness will necessitate the omission of many things, and my faithfulness with prudence command me to conceal much of that, which to my heart spoke aloud his great Goodness and high commendations.
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I will suggest the sum of what I judge most convenient to discover, in the report whereof my soul desireth (I hope) to honour God, and to profit his people.
I will suggest the sum of what I judge most convenient to discover, in the report whereof my soul Desires (I hope) to honour God, and to profit his people.
He was borne at Wakefield in Yorkshire in the yeare 1599. When he was sixteen years old, he was sent to Cambridge, and placed a Sizar in Sydney Colledge, where he was much valued for his pregnant parts, and Scholarship.
He was born At Wakefield in Yorkshire in the year 1599. When he was sixteen Years old, he was sent to Cambridge, and placed a Sizar in Sydney College, where he was much valued for his pregnant parts, and Scholarship.
and highly valued Master Whitaker, from his first acquaintance to his end; whose affections to him, wrought on the marriage betwixt him and his daughter.
and highly valued Master Whitaker, from his First acquaintance to his end; whose affections to him, wrought on the marriage betwixt him and his daughter.
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Having stayed about seven years at Okeham, he was removed unto a Pastoral charge at Stretton in the same County, where he continued thirteen yeares, from whence he was called to Mary Magdalen Bermondsey, (with the approbation of many godly Ministers, whom he consulted in the case) where he after twelve yeares spent in his Ministerial charge finished his course upon the first day of June, 1654. and fell asleep in Jesus.
Having stayed about seven Years At Okeham, he was removed unto a Pastoral charge At Stretton in the same County, where he continued thirteen Years, from whence he was called to Marry Magdalen Bermondsey, (with the approbation of many godly Ministers, whom he consulted in the case) where he After twelve Years spent in his Ministerial charge finished his course upon the First day of June, 1654. and fell asleep in jesus.
He was buried in Bermondsey Church June the sixth, with expressions of much love from a very great multitude of godly persons, both Ministers and others of several ranks and conditions, who attended his corps to the grave.
He was buried in Bermondsey Church June the sixth, with expressions of much love from a very great multitude of godly Persons, both Ministers and Others of several ranks and conditions, who attended his corpse to the grave.
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But about the beginning of November last past, the violent paine of the stone did in such measure and manner arrest him, that from that time, he continued Gods prisoner in his bed,
But about the beginning of November last passed, the violent pain of the stone did in such measure and manner arrest him, that from that time, he continued God's prisoner in his Bed,
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Towards his end, (about two moneths) the paine grew more extreame, yet divine indulgence vouchsafed some abatements and intermissions, both in the night & day.
Towards his end, (about two months) the pain grew more extreme, yet divine indulgence vouchsafed Some abatements and intermissions, both in the night & day.
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After his death, Master Holiard opend his body in the presence of Dr. Cox, Dr. Micklethwaite, and Dr. Bevoyr, (some other more ancient Doctors would have been there,
After his death, Master Holiard opened his body in the presence of Dr. Cox, Dr. Micklethwaite, and Dr. Bevoyr, (Some other more ancient Doctors would have been there,
Now that which I shall relate concerning him in all those places and changes of life wherein God disposed of him, I will cast under the several heads upon which I did discourse in my Sermon.
Now that which I shall relate Concerning him in all those places and changes of life wherein God disposed of him, I will cast under the several Heads upon which I did discourse in my Sermon.
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For then and there his affections did flow out towards those who were most religiously disposed, with whom he went frequently eight or ten Miles to heare a wakening-soul-warming Sermon, and he was wont to joyne with them in prayers and other holy exercises.
For then and there his affections did flow out towards those who were most religiously disposed, with whom he went frequently eight or ten Miles to hear a wakening-soul-warming Sermon, and he was wont to join with them in Prayers and other holy exercises.
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And being able to take Sermon-notes, both understandingly and largely, he was very helpful to Christians in the repeating of what they had publickly heard, being from his childhood ful of affections in whatsoever businesse he undertook.
And being able to take Sermon notes, both understandingly and largely, he was very helpful to Christians in the repeating of what they had publicly herd, being from his childhood full of affections in whatsoever business he undertook.
but would all his life long, upon all occasions, magnifie this his office. I have many times heard him speak these words, I had much rather be a Preacher of the Gospel, then an Emperour.
but would all his life long, upon all occasions, magnify this his office. I have many times herd him speak these words, I had much rather be a Preacher of the Gospel, then an Emperor.
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And when a motion was once made to him for a Mastership in the University, he readily returned this answer, My heart doth more desire to be a constant Preacher,
And when a motion was once made to him for a Mastership in the university, he readily returned this answer, My heart does more desire to be a constant Preacher,
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and would occasionally tell his friends, that he was the better pleased with his choice, because of that relation. 4. That he was never so well pleased with any imployment, as that of his Ministery.
and would occasionally tell his Friends, that he was the better pleased with his choice, Because of that Relation. 4. That he was never so well pleased with any employment, as that of his Ministry.
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and his friends with much difficulty helped him out of the Church homeward. 5. That when he was by extreame paines taken off from his Ministery, he would sometimes professe unto some special friends, that the paine felt was not so grievous to his Spirit,
and his Friends with much difficulty helped him out of the Church homeward. 5. That when he was by extreme pains taken off from his Ministry, he would sometime profess unto Some special Friends, that the pain felt was not so grievous to his Spirit,
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And he would rejoyce with chearfulnesse, and thankfulnesse, when in the times of his weaknesse, he found not himselfe more distempered by his preaching,
And he would rejoice with cheerfulness, and thankfulness, when in the times of his weakness, he found not himself more distempered by his preaching,
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This passage fell from him with affection, in one of his morning Lectures at Westminster: Though I have read and heard of some good men, who unadvisedly in their passion have persecuted the persons of some godly Ministers, (as Asa was angry with the Seer,
This passage fell from him with affection, in one of his morning Lectures At Westminster: Though I have read and herd of Some good men, who unadvisedly in their passion have persecuted the Persons of Some godly Ministers, (as Asa was angry with the Seer,
whether he meant this Ministery of England, as now constituted? he returned this answer, Although I will not justifie the calling of every individual Minister in the Church of England ( as you dare not justifie the Saintship of every member in your independant Congregations ) yet I will be ready when and where you please to maintaine the office and calling of Englands Ministery at this day. 7. And that he continued unchanged in this his estimation of the calling Ministerial, may be manifested by one passage in his last Will and Testament, (though it was not long) which I will put down in his own words, writ with his own hand:
whither he meant this Ministry of England, as now constituted? he returned this answer, Although I will not justify the calling of every Individu Minister in the Church of England (as you Dare not justify the Saintship of every member in your independent Congregations) yet I will be ready when and where you please to maintain the office and calling of Englands Ministry At this day. 7. And that he continued unchanged in this his estimation of the calling Ministerial, may be manifested by one passage in his last Will and Testament, (though it was not long) which I will put down in his own words, writ with his own hand:
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For my son Jeremiah, my desire is, that he be bred a Scholar, and that the Lord would spiritualy incline his heart, freely to give up himselfe to the Lord, to serve him in the work of the Ministery, which calling and employment (though now despised) I do esteem above all other in the world,
For my son Jeremiah, my desire is, that he be bred a Scholar, and that the Lord would spiritually incline his heart, freely to give up himself to the Lord, to serve him in the work of the Ministry, which calling and employment (though now despised) I do esteem above all other in the world,
That a learned man, and so eminent for piety, who also had throughly studied the Controversies of the times against the Ministery, should upon his death-bed, give such a testimony unto it,
That a learned man, and so eminent for piety, who also had thoroughly studied the Controversies of the times against the Ministry, should upon his deathbed, give such a testimony unto it,
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even now when such disgrace is cast upon it, and when the Ministers setled maintenance is threatned to be taken from them? And may not those men who know Mr. Whitaker 's worth be hereby awed,
even now when such disgrace is cast upon it, and when the Ministers settled maintenance is threatened to be taken from them? And may not those men who know Mr. Whitaker is worth be hereby awed,
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and moved to take heed how they oppose or slight that calling of men, whom he (living and dying) judged to be so highly honoured by God himself? To all this adde, that it was an ordained Ministery, which he thus valued,
and moved to take heed how they oppose or slight that calling of men, whom he (living and dying) judged to be so highly honoured by God himself? To all this add, that it was an ordained Ministry, which he thus valued,
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as is evident by these two things (as by many living testimonies,) viz. 1. That he joyned with the Classis whereof he was a member in ordaining Ministers. 2. That he had an hand in the book lately published by the Province of London in the defence of such a Ministery, not only by assent, but also by assistance.
as is evident by these two things (as by many living testimonies,) viz. 1. That he joined with the Classis whereof he was a member in ordaining Ministers. 2. That he had an hand in the book lately published by the Province of London in the defence of such a Ministry, not only by assent, but also by assistance.
Secondly, his love to Christ was proclaimed, by his unwearied laboriousnesse in his Ministerial services. 1. While he continued Schoolmaster at Okeham, he undertook a Lecture there weekly, besides many Sermons preached occasionally in neighbour Congregations. 2. During his abode at Stretton, besides his Pastoral imployment twice every Sabbath, his constant weekly Preaching at Okeham, he was a principal prop to hold up the Lectures in the neighbourhood.
Secondly, his love to christ was proclaimed, by his unwearied laboriousness in his Ministerial services. 1. While he continued Schoolmaster At Okeham, he undertook a Lecture there weekly, beside many Sermons preached occasionally in neighbour Congregations. 2. During his Abided At Stretton, beside his Pastoral employment twice every Sabbath, his constant weekly Preaching At Okeham, he was a principal prop to hold up the Lectures in the neighbourhood.
when ever invited thereto. 3. And since Gods good providence brought him to the neighbourhood of London, he was in labours more abundant (2 Cor. 11. 23.) For the most part, his set task was foure Sermons weekly, ( viz. ) two at home,
when ever invited thereto. 3. And since God's good providence brought him to the neighbourhood of London, he was in labours more abundant (2 Cor. 11. 23.) For the most part, his Set task was foure Sermons weekly, (viz.) two At home,
and two elsewhere, ( viz. ) at Westminster and Christs Church London, or Westminster and Stepney, (since he laid down Christs Church Lecture) together with two Sermons every quarter at Michael Cornhil. Adde hereto his Preaching monethly at the morning-exercise,
and two elsewhere, (viz.) At Westminster and Christ Church London, or Westminster and Stepney, (since he laid down Christ Church Lecture) together with two Sermons every quarter At Michael Cornhill. Add hereto his Preaching monthly At the morning-exercise,
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Many week-dayes he preached twice, yea, then when he attended the work of the Assembly of Divines, ( viz. ) the morning-exercise, either at Westminster or elsewhere, & afterwards in the afternoon.
Many weekdays he preached twice, yea, then when he attended the work of the Assembly of Divines, (viz.) the morning-exercise, either At Westminster or elsewhere, & afterwards in the afternoon.
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I here remember the commendation which St. Paul gave of Epaphroditus, in his Epistle to the Philippians; For the work of the Lord he was nigh unto death, not regarding his life.
I Here Remember the commendation which Saint Paul gave of Epaphroditus, in his Epistle to the Philippians; For the work of the Lord he was High unto death, not regarding his life.
How farre this is appliable to painful Mr. Whitaker, multitudes do well know, yea, many conceive that his painful distempers (which hastened his removal from us) were caused and increased by his many constant labours in this kind.
How Far this is appliable to painful Mr. Whitaker, Multitudes do well know, yea, many conceive that his painful distempers (which hastened his removal from us) were caused and increased by his many constant labours in this kind.
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Neither were his Sermons jejune and dry, because thus frequent; but always full of Scripturestrength, savoury & affectionate, as his Auditors will testifie.
Neither were his Sermons jejune and dry, Because thus frequent; but always full of Scripturestrength, savoury & affectionate, as his Auditors will testify.
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and beside other parts of Scripture which he daily read in secret, he usually read over all the Epistles in the Greek Testament twice every fourtnight:
and beside other parts of Scripture which he daily read in secret, he usually read over all the Epistles in the Greek Testament twice every fortnight:
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And this course he earnestly commended to the practice of his dearly beloved eldest son, as an excellent means to make him both a ready and a profitable Preacher.
And this course he earnestly commended to the practice of his dearly Beloved eldest son, as an excellent means to make him both a ready and a profitable Preacher.
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And when he was called to give in his answer, about the collection amongst Ministers to maintain the War against Scotland, he openly told the Bishop or Chancellor that his conscience could not yield thereto.
And when he was called to give in his answer, about the collection among Ministers to maintain the War against Scotland, he openly told the Bishop or Chancellor that his conscience could not yield thereto.
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This his answer exposing him to great danger both to lose living and liberty in those times, a neighbour through misguided love (compassionating him and his family) payed the money,
This his answer exposing him to great danger both to loose living and liberty in those times, a neighbour through misguided love (compassionating him and his family) paid the money,
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and subscribed Mr. Whitakers name without his knowledge. This he was long ignorant of; and when he heard it, he expressed, with many complaints, much grief of heart.
and subscribed Mr. Whitakers name without his knowledge. This he was long ignorant of; and when he herd it, he expressed, with many complaints, much grief of heart.
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2. Since our times of woful desertion and Apostasie both from Gospel-truths and practices, he would undauntedly in private conferences and in his publick Ministery express his dislike,
2. Since our times of woeful desertion and Apostasy both from Gospel truths and practices, he would undauntedly in private conferences and in his public Ministry express his dislike,
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And if his Sermons preached there, upon Ephes. 2. 2, 3. (concerning mens walking according to the course of this world, &c. fulfilling the lusts of the flesh &c. ) could be collected and published, thereby it would be manifest that Mr. Whitaker in love unto his Lord Christ, was a man of good metal and magnanimity.
And if his Sermons preached there, upon Ephesians 2. 2, 3. (Concerning Mens walking according to the course of this world, etc. fulfilling the Lustiest of the Flesh etc.) could be collected and published, thereby it would be manifest that Mr. Whitaker in love unto his Lord christ, was a man of good metal and magnanimity.
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because my self can knowingly attest its truth ▪ Since these stormy dayes, wherein the liberty and livelihood of Ministers have been maligned and struck at, he riding with an intimate friend by Tiburn, (which he had not known or not observed before) demanded what that was? and answer being made this is Tiburn, where many Malefactors have lost their lives, he stopped his horse,
Because my self can knowingly attest its truth ▪ Since these stormy days, wherein the liberty and livelihood of Ministers have been maligned and struck At, he riding with an intimate friend by Tiburn, (which he had not known or not observed before) demanded what that was? and answer being made this is Tiburn, where many Malefactors have lost their lives, he stopped his horse,
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This is a bitter cup, but it is of my Fathers mixture, and shall I not drink it? yea, Lord, through thy strength I will: this is my burthen; and I will beare it.
This is a bitter cup, but it is of my Father's mixture, and shall I not drink it? yea, Lord, through thy strength I will: this is my burden; and I will bear it.
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Upon any abatement of his paines, he was constantly much in blessing God, using these and such like expressions ▪ O! what a mercy is it that there is any mitigation, any intermission! Lord, make me thankful.
Upon any abatement of his pains, he was constantly much in blessing God, using these and such like expressions ▪ OH! what a mercy is it that there is any mitigation, any intermission! Lord, make me thankful.
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and I could heartily wish that all the rest had been recorded) who perceiveth not the sparklings of his love to God? I will annex one more, which hath much affected my heart, viz. these words he hath often spoken to me;
and I could heartily wish that all the rest had been recorded) who perceives not the sparklings of his love to God? I will annex one more, which hath much affected my heart, viz. these words he hath often spoken to me;
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Now upon all these considerations, I appeale unto the consciences of all ingenuous ones, whether there be not ground ▪ to beleeve, that Christ (if here with us) would give him the honour of this compellation, My loving friend Whitaker.
Now upon all these considerations, I appeal unto the Consciences of all ingenuous ones, whither there be not ground ▪ to believe, that christ (if Here with us) would give him the honour of this compellation, My loving friend Whitaker.
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The second head of my Narrative followeth, That Christ loved Mr. Whitaker. (For as I discovered in my Sermon, this love is alwayes mutual.) The discovery hereof will be clear upon a double account, viz.
The second head of my Narrative follows, That christ loved Mr. Whitaker. (For as I discovered in my Sermon, this love is always mutual.) The discovery hereof will be clear upon a double account, viz.
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but thereunto I will add five more graces which were very shining in his crown. 1. Tendernesse of heart. Who ever knew man of a more melting frame before God,
but thereunto I will add five more graces which were very shining in his crown. 1. Tenderness of heart. Who ever knew man of a more melting frame before God,
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and he shed no teares? How did his own sinfulnesse, (though no more then the ordinary imperfections of the fairest Saints on earth) the evils of the times,
and he shed no tears? How did his own sinfulness, (though no more then the ordinary imperfections of the Fairest Saints on earth) the evils of the times,
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and the testimonies of Gods displeasure breaking out, break his heart into pieces? Truly I beleeve that for the space of many years, he did never come off from the serious consideration of these things with dry eyes.
and the testimonies of God's displeasure breaking out, break his heart into Pieces? Truly I believe that for the Molle of many Years, he did never come off from the serious consideration of these things with dry eyes.
Among many other manifestations hereof, this one was remarkable, that when upon warm disputes with men of dissenting principles and opinions, his spirit was so even, that unhansome provocations would not discompose him. Hereof I could give instances; but I must forbear.
Among many other manifestations hereof, this one was remarkable, that when upon warm disputes with men of dissenting principles and opinions, his Spirit was so even, that unhandsome provocations would not discompose him. Hereof I could give instances; but I must forbear.
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so frequently reiterated, and so long continued, are confident that God did put him, and keep him in his furnace to be a pattern of patience unto posterity.
so frequently reiterated, and so long continued, Are confident that God did put him, and keep him in his furnace to be a pattern of patience unto posterity.
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It's true, he did roar many times till his throat was dry, but who ever heard him speak one word of murmuring or discontent because of Gods afflicting providence? He himself indeed would sometimes through tendernesse charge himself of impatiency,
It's true, he did roar many times till his throat was dry, but who ever herd him speak one word of murmuring or discontent Because of God's afflicting providence? He himself indeed would sometime through tenderness charge himself of impatiency,
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Why doest thou make me an astonishment to my self and others? Why doest thou cover thy self with a thick cloud, that our prayers cannot passe? Blessed is the man that endureth temptation.
Why dost thou make me an astonishment to my self and Others? Why dost thou cover thy self with a thick cloud, that our Prayers cannot pass? Blessed is the man that Endureth temptation.
Hereupon he would weep much when he was told how much he was prayed for, wondering at Gods goodnesse, that so worthless a wretch should have so much interest in the hearts and prayers of the people of the Lord.
Hereupon he would weep much when he was told how much he was prayed for, wondering At God's Goodness, that so worthless a wretch should have so much Interest in the hearts and Prayers of the people of the Lord.
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Thus from the rare Graces received, I proceed to the rich Comforts vouchsafed, as manifestations of Christs singular love towards this Saint of the most High God.
Thus from the rare Graces received, I proceed to the rich Comforts vouchsafed, as manifestations of Christ singular love towards this Saint of the most High God.
O what kisses of Christs mouth, and what embraces from the arms of his love were bestowed upon this man of God! He enjoyed all along his affl•cted condition,
O what Kisses of Christ Mouth, and what embraces from the arms of his love were bestowed upon this man of God! He enjoyed all along his affl•cted condition,
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Though trembling took hold upon him when his violent paines began, yet he would with confidence say, Now in the strength of the mighty God I will undergo these paines.
Though trembling took hold upon him when his violent pains began, yet he would with confidence say, Now in the strength of the mighty God I will undergo these pains.
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Many times he hath told me, that notwithstanding all his rentings and roarings (from which he expected no deliverance but by death) he would not for a thousand worlds change estates with the greatest man on earth, whom he looked upon as in a way of sin.
Many times he hath told me, that notwithstanding all his rentings and roarings (from which he expected no deliverance but by death) he would not for a thousand world's change estates with the greatest man on earth, whom he looked upon as in a Way of since.
There is but one passage more which I shal point at under this second head of my Narrative, viz. That he accounted all these inward chearings the fruits of Prayers made for him,
There is but one passage more which I shall point At under this second head of my Narrative, viz. That he accounted all these inward cheerings the fruits of Prayers made for him,
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All these things I have the rather mentioned, to prevent that discouragement or offence, which some may be too apt to take at the continuance of his wasting, tormenting paines, notwithstanding his own godlinesse,
All these things I have the rather mentioned, to prevent that discouragement or offence, which Some may be too apt to take At the Continuance of his wasting, tormenting pains, notwithstanding his own godliness,
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He hath often told me that Englands late breach with Scotland, and the blood shed, with other sad consequences thereof, had taken such impression upon his heart, that the sorrow would never be removed till his death.
He hath often told me that Englands late breach with Scotland, and the blood shed, with other sad consequences thereof, had taken such impression upon his heart, that the sorrow would never be removed till his death.
Having moved me the week before his death to bestow a visit upon one in that condition, the morning before his death, (when speech was grievous in respect of his weaknesses) he asked me whether I had remembred the party troubled in spirit? which is a remarkable evidence of strong loves.
Having moved me the Week before his death to bestow a visit upon one in that condition, the morning before his death, (when speech was grievous in respect of his Weaknesses) he asked me whither I had remembered the party troubled in Spirit? which is a remarkable evidence of strong loves.
Besides all that hath been mentioned, I could relate his many wrestlings with God to prevent the flood of troubles which he apprehended the Protestant Churches are now in danger to be overflowed withal;
Beside all that hath been mentioned, I could relate his many wrestlings with God to prevent the flood of Troubles which he apprehended the Protestant Churches Are now in danger to be overflowed withal;
What godly heart that either knew him, or heard of his fame, did not love him? I will not speak of the frequent friendly visits of the Religious ones in the neighborhood round about.
What godly heart that either knew him, or herd of his fame, did not love him? I will not speak of the frequent friendly visits of the Religious ones in the neighbourhood round about.
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There was no particular case so frequently, so affectionately spread before God in most of the Congregations about London as his. Three dayes were set apart by Ministers,
There was no particular case so frequently, so affectionately spread before God in most of the Congregations about London as his. Three days were Set apart by Ministers,
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Neither have I mentioned his selfdenial, never daring to look after great matters in the world, whereby he condemneth many whose self-seeking in earthly advantages, rendereth them very offensive and unsavoury in the Church of Christ.
Neither have I mentioned his self-denial, never daring to look After great matters in the world, whereby he Condemneth many whose self-seeking in earthly advantages, rendereth them very offensive and unsavoury in the Church of christ.
When will that time come, when I shall neither sin more, nor sorrow more? When shall mortality put on immortality? When shall this earthly be dissolved, that I may be cloathed upon with that house which is from heaven? Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord,
When will that time come, when I shall neither since more, nor sorrow more? When shall mortality put on immortality? When shall this earthly be dissolved, that I may be clothed upon with that house which is from heaven? Blessed Are the dead which die in the Lord,
The Sabbath seven-night before God released him, though his paines were very sharp, yet he bestowed most part of the time of publick Ordinances in prayer with those that were with him,
The Sabbath sevennight before God released him, though his pains were very sharp, yet he bestowed most part of the time of public Ordinances in prayer with those that were with him,
So great was his tender respect unto his friends, that when his pains were coming with violence, he would intreat them to with-draw from him, that they might not be grieved with his roarings.
So great was his tender respect unto his Friends, that when his pains were coming with violence, he would entreat them to withdraw from him, that they might not be grieved with his roarings.
I hearing, the night before God translated him, that he was not likely to live another day, I went early in the morning to take my leave of him (whom my soul loved) and found his bodily strength almost spent.
I hearing, the night before God translated him, that he was not likely to live Another day, I went early in the morning to take my leave of him (whom my soul loved) and found his bodily strength almost spent.
Minding him that many of his friends intended to set apart that day in seeking the Lord for him, I asked him in what things especially he desired to be remembred before the Throne of Grace? His answer was, Do not complaine, but blesse God for me,
Minding him that many of his Friends intended to Set apart that day in seeking the Lord for him, I asked him in what things especially he desired to be remembered before the Throne of Grace? His answer was, Do not complain, but bless God for me,
That day was spent in addresses to God for him at Peters Cornhil, where Mr. Newcomen quickened and guided our prayers in his Sermon from John 11. wherein he insisted especially upon these words, Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick, ver. 4. And Mr. Jenkyn endeavoured to moderate and regulate our sorrows from Luke 23. 28. Weep not for me.
That day was spent in Addresses to God for him At Peter's Cornhill, where Mr. Newcomen quickened and guided our Prayers in his Sermon from John 11. wherein he insisted especially upon these words, Lord, behold, he whom thou Lovest is sick, ver. 4. And Mr. Jenkyn endeavoured to moderate and regulate our sorrows from Lycia 23. 28. Weep not for me.
I would awaken your hearts unto sensiblenesse under this great losse, and therefore wish that his great parts, many interests, frequent opportunities of service, together with the unmovable faithfulness of his heart to improve all for good, may be duly remembred, viz.
I would awaken your hearts unto sensibleness under this great loss, and Therefore wish that his great parts, many interests, frequent opportunities of service, together with the unmovable faithfulness of his heart to improve all for good, may be duly remembered, viz.
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by much study he had digested the whole Body of Divinity, he was well acquainted both with the Schoolmen and the Fathers, a good Disputant, judicious in Cases of Conscience,
by much study he had digested the Whole Body of Divinity, he was well acquainted both with the Schoolmen and the Father's, a good Disputant, judicious in Cases of Conscience,
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for the plainnesse of his spirit, together with the power of godlinesse (which did shine in his conversation) gained him much Authority in the consciences of all sorts with whom he conversed,
for the plainness of his Spirit, together with the power of godliness (which did shine in his Conversation) gained him much authority in the Consciences of all sorts with whom he conversed,
We read when Dorcas was dead, that the widows stood weeping, and shewing the coats which she had made, Acts 9. 39. and that upon Pauls departure the people wept, because they should see his face no more, Acts 20. 38. And is there not reason that we should be in like manner affected, remembring how truth hath been defended, error confuted, holiness cherished, wickednesse checked, the cause of the poor pleaded,
We read when Dorcas was dead, that the Widows stood weeping, and showing the coats which she had made, Acts 9. 39. and that upon Paul's departure the people wept, Because they should see his face no more, Acts 20. 38. And is there not reason that we should be in like manner affected, remembering how truth hath been defended, error confuted, holiness cherished, wickedness checked, the cause of the poor pleaded,
Now being asleep he is well, he resteth, (as in a bed) and we shall not see his pale face, his weeping eyes, his trembling hands any more, we shall no more hear his deep groans, and doleful lamentations.
Now being asleep he is well, he rests, (as in a Bed) and we shall not see his pale face, his weeping eyes, his trembling hands any more, we shall no more hear his deep groans, and doleful lamentations.
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viz. That Christ now knoweth that this our precious friend sleepeth From whence I infer, 1. Comfort. 2. Counsel. This may be chearing unto all his mourning Relations, Domestical, Pastoral, Classical.
viz. That christ now Knoweth that this our precious friend Sleepeth From whence I infer, 1. Comfort. 2. Counsel. This may be cheering unto all his mourning Relations, Domestical, Pastoral, Classical.
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For Christ understandeth that his wife hath lost a dear husband, his children an indulgent father, his people a faithful Pastor, the Classis a chief Pillar,
For christ understands that his wife hath lost a dear husband, his children an indulgent father, his people a faithful Pastor, the Classis a chief Pillar,
and my prayers are, that it may speak (through the concurrence of Gods grace) that unto all our hearts, which may be for spiritual and eternal benefit by Christ. FINIS.
and my Prayers Are, that it may speak (through the concurrence of God's grace) that unto all our hearts, which may be for spiritual and Eternal benefit by christ. FINIS.
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NONLATINALPHABET quasi NONLATINALPHABET, valdèacquiesco. Amor quiescit per gaudium. Aug. Ad De•m, apud qu•m invenies summam tranquillitatem. Vatabl. in Ps. 116. 7. Cant. 8. 5. Cant. 1. 13. Phil. 3. 3.
quasi, valdèacquiesco. Amor quiescit per gaudium. Aug. Ad De•m, apud qu•m Invenies summam tranquillitatem. Vatable in Ps. 116. 7. Cant 8. 5. Cant 1. 13. Philip 3. 3.
