Chorotheologon or Two breife but usefull treatises, [part 1: the ministry of the gospell] [ the one touching the office and quality of the ministry of the gospell. The other of the nature and accidents of mixt dancing. In this later, the questions which concern the lawfullnesse or expediency of mixed dancing are professedly handled and resolved. By Joseph Bentham. Sometimes rector of the church of Broughton in Northampton Shire, now pastour of Neather Winchingdon, in the county of Bucks.
In this Argument I shall lay, as a Foundation, that Scripture 1 Tim. 5. 17. Let the elders that rule well, be counted worthy of double Honour, especially they who labour in the word and Doctrine.
In this Argument I shall lay, as a Foundation, that Scripture 1 Tim. 5. 17. Let the Elders that Rule well, be counted worthy of double Honour, especially they who labour in the word and Doctrine.
2. The duty of people towards these Elders, they must count them worthy of double honour. 1. The first are described. 1. By their name of dignities, elders. 2. By their name of Office rulers. 3. By the manner of their ruling it must be well. 2 The second sets before us. 1 The reward which of right belongs to these elders, that is honour. 2 The degree of honour, it must be double. 3 The right they have to the same, they are worthy. 4 The necessity of rendring it, let them Elders in Scripture signifie sometimes, 1 Forefathers, Macc. 7, 3. 2 Aged Persons, 1 Tim. 5, 1, 2. 3 Temporall Governours, Elders by Office in the Common-Wealth, Exod 4, 29, 7, 5, Math. 11, 23. Act. 4, 5. 4 Ecclesiasticall elders, who deale in the edification of the Church, having authority over a flock to rule and teach it, 1 Pet. 5, 1. Rule is Government, a ruler is a Governour, to rule is to govern, Rom. 12. 8, he that ruleth with diligence, 1 Tim. 3, 5. Ruleth i. wisely governeth, causing every one to doe their duty.
2. The duty of people towards these Elders, they must count them worthy of double honour. 1. The First Are described. 1. By their name of dignities, Elders. 2. By their name of Office Rulers. 3. By the manner of their ruling it must be well. 2 The second sets before us. 1 The reward which of right belongs to these Elders, that is honour. 2 The degree of honour, it must be double. 3 The right they have to the same, they Are worthy. 4 The necessity of rendering it, let them Elders in Scripture signify sometime, 1 Forefathers, Maccabees 7, 3. 2 Aged Persons, 1 Tim. 5, 1, 2. 3 Temporal Governors, Elders by Office in the commonwealth, Exod 4, 29, 7, 5, Math. 11, 23. Act. 4, 5. 4 Ecclesiastical Elders, who deal in the edification of the Church, having Authority over a flock to Rule and teach it, 1 Pet. 5, 1. Rule is Government, a ruler is a Governor, to Rule is to govern, Rom. 12. 8, he that Ruleth with diligence, 1 Tim. 3, 5. Ruleth i. wisely Governs, causing every one to do their duty.
which respect consists particularly in reverence, obedience and maintenance, Rom. 7, Eph. 6, 1, 2. Mat. 15, 6. Double, double Spirit is a great portion of the spirit, 2 King. 2. 9. A double portion is two parts, Deut. 21. 17. double signifieth a great measure, Rev. 18, 6, double is great and much honour.
which respect consists particularly in Reverence, Obedience and maintenance, Rom. 7, Ephesians 6, 1, 2. Mathew 15, 6. Double, double Spirit is a great portion of the Spirit, 2 King. 2. 9. A double portion is two parts, Deuteronomy 21. 17. double signifies a great measure, Rev. 18, 6, double is great and much honour.
2. Let the elders who governe and instruct the flocks well, be counted worthy double honour, especially such who take more then ordinary paines in the word and Doctrine.
2. Let the Elders who govern and instruct the flocks well, be counted worthy double honour, especially such who take more then ordinary pains in the word and Doctrine.
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3. Let all elders, both Presbyters and Deacons, be counted worthy double honour, especially Presbyters, who besides their government, labour also in the word and doctrine.
3. Let all Elders, both Presbyters and Deacons, be counted worthy double honour, especially Presbyters, who beside their government, labour also in the word and Doctrine.
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The elders or Ministers of the word ought to rule well or rightly performe the duties of their calling. Three times doth our Saviour Christ wish S. Peter to feed, Joh. 21, 15. 16. St. Paul gives a strict charge to the elders of Ephesus to take heed to themselves and to all the flocks over which the Lord made them Overseers, Act. 20. 28. He chargeth Timothy, as he will answer it at the dreadfull day of judgment, to Preach &c. 2, Tim. 4, 1. and St. Peter most emphatically exhorteth Ministers of the word to feed, to take heed &c. 1 Pet. 5. 1. 2, 3. But to come to some particulars.
The Elders or Ministers of the word ought to Rule well or rightly perform the duties of their calling. Three times does our Saviour christ wish S. Peter to feed, John 21, 15. 16. Saint Paul gives a strict charge to the Elders of Ephesus to take heed to themselves and to all the flocks over which the Lord made them Overseers, Act. 20. 28. He charges Timothy, as he will answer it At the dreadful day of judgement, to Preach etc. 2, Tim. 4, 1. and Saint Peter most emphatically exhorteth Ministers of the word to feed, to take heed etc. 1 Pet. 5. 1. 2, 3. But to come to Some particulars.
That these elders therefore may rule well, they are to beare a tender love to their people, St. Paul calleth the Corinthians dearely beloved, 1. Cor. 10, 14. beloved brethren, 15, 5. 8. and tells the Thessalonians that he was willing to have imparted his owne soul unto them,
That these Elders Therefore may Rule well, they Are to bear a tender love to their people, Saint Paul calls the Corinthians dearly Beloved, 1. Cor. 10, 14. Beloved brothers, 15, 5. 8. and tells the Thessalonians that he was willing to have imparted his own soul unto them,
because they were deare to him, 1 Thes. 28. St. James speaks the same language, Jam, 1, 16, my beloved brethren: yea all Gods Ministers ought to love their people with the most tender & melting affectionatnesse, with the love of tenderhearted nurses, who feed their little sucklings with their owne bloud, (milk being no other then bloud whited as Aristotle saith) 1 Thes. 2, 7, We were gentle among you even as a nurse cherisheth her children, with the same bowells of compassion, travelling mothers beare towards their longed for children, Gal. 4, 19, Of whom I travail in Birth till Christ be formed in you, with such manner of love as fathers have to their children, 1, Thes. 2, 11. yea with such as a man beares to his owne bowels, Philemon 1, 2, gladly to spend and be spent for them, 2 Corinthians 12, 15. St. Augustine calleth us Pelicanes, which revive their yong (as some say) with their owne blood.
Because they were deer to him, 1 Thebes 28. Saint James speaks the same language, Jam, 1, 16, my Beloved brothers: yea all God's Ministers ought to love their people with the most tender & melting affectionatnesse, with the love of tenderhearted Nurse's, who feed their little sucklings with their own blood, (milk being no other then blood whited as Aristotle Says) 1 Thebes 2, 7, We were gentle among you even as a nurse Cherishes her children, with the same bowels of compassion, traveling mother's bear towards their longed for children, Gal. 4, 19, Of whom I travail in Birth till christ be formed in you, with such manner of love as Father's have to their children, 1, Thebes 2, 11. yea with such as a man bears to his own bowels, Philemon 1, 2, gladly to spend and be spent for them, 2 Corinthians 12, 15. Saint Augustine calls us Pelicanes, which revive their young (as Some say) with their own blood.
neither will mine owne integrity and private health ease my griefe since a pastor is more wounded in the wound of his flock then of himselfe, I lament with those that lament, I mourne with those that mourn.
neither will mine own integrity and private health ease my grief since a pastor is more wounded in the wound of his flock then of himself, I lament with those that lament, I mourn with those that mourn.
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and such was in St. John who rejoyced greatly when he found his hearers to walk in truth, 2, Joh. 4. What and if therefore divers pastours, some by pyning, some by poysoning, some by evill example, some by a continued absence shew little or no love unto their people? yet let us so love the flocks committed to our charge as to spend and be spent for them, as to feed them painefully, carefully and faithfully, with the word of life, as to seeke not theirs but them, as to rejoyce when they thrive in grace:
and such was in Saint John who rejoiced greatly when he found his hearers to walk in truth, 2, John 4. What and if Therefore diverse Pastors, Some by pining, Some by poisoning, Some by evil Exampl, Some by a continued absence show little or no love unto their people? yet let us so love the flocks committed to our charge as to spend and be spent for them, as to feed them painfully, carefully and faithfully, with the word of life, as to seek not theirs but them, as to rejoice when they thrive in grace:
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for our gifts, how excellent soever, without this profit is nothing, 1 Cor. 13. And why should we take upon us the government of the beloved Spouse of the son of God,
for our Gifts, how excellent soever, without this profit is nothing, 1 Cor. 13. And why should we take upon us the government of the Beloved Spouse of the son of God,
and pasture sheep of the great shepheard, if we love them not? And how dare we become nurses and Parents to the Lords purchased inheritance not loving them,
and pasture sheep of the great shepherd, if we love them not? And how Dare we become Nurse's and Parents to the lords purchased inheritance not loving them,
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Secondly, they are to pray for the people, witnesse, Samuells answere to the peoples request, 1 Sam. 12, 19, 23, God forbid that I should sin against the Lord in ceasing to pray for you, witnesse the practise of the holy Apostles and Prophets, witnesse the example of the great and faithfull shepheard Christ Jesus, witnesse Gods precept to Aron and his sonnes, Numb. 6. 25, and St. Pauls precept to Tim. 1 Tim. 2, 1, 2, this is a good furtherer to our preaching, this is a meanes of sanctification, 1 Thes. 5, 23. this is powerfull, profitable, prevalent to draw downe Gods blessing upon our people.
Secondly, they Are to pray for the people, witness, Samuells answer to the peoples request, 1 Sam. 12, 19, 23, God forbid that I should sin against the Lord in ceasing to pray for you, witness the practice of the holy Apostles and prophets, witness the Exampl of the great and faithful shepherd christ jesus, witness God's precept to Aron and his Sons, Numb. 6. 25, and Saint Paul's precept to Tim. 1 Tim. 2, 1, 2, this is a good furtherer to our preaching, this is a means of sanctification, 1 Thebes 5, 23. this is powerful, profitable, prevalent to draw down God's blessing upon our people.
Should I say we are to pray for all Saints, yea for all men, I may safely doe it, Eph. 6. 18 1 Tim. 2. 6. all being weak in Knowledge, Faith, Judgment, Grace, subject to diverse temptations, needing our help, All help coming of God,
Should I say we Are to pray for all Saints, yea for all men, I may safely do it, Ephesians 6. 18 1 Tim. 2. 6. all being weak in Knowledge, Faith, Judgement, Grace, Subject to diverse temptations, needing our help, All help coming of God,
yea and practiseth the same duty 1. Cor: 3 2. I have fed you with milk Saint Peter gives the same charge, 1 Pet. 5. 1. Feed the flocks, and received the same command from Christ Jesus Joh. 21. 15. 16. Admit there are, who like the Shepheards in Ezekiells time, feed themselves, eating the flesh, cloathing themselves with the wooll,
yea and Practiseth the same duty 1. Cor: 3 2. I have fed you with milk Saint Peter gives the same charge, 1 Pet. 5. 1. Feed the flocks, and received the same command from christ jesus John 21. 15. 16. Admit there Are, who like the Shepherds in Ezekiel's time, feed themselves, eating the Flesh, clothing themselves with the wool,
but neglecting the flock, Ezek. 34, 3. Admit there are who strengthen the hands of evill doers, that none doth return from his wickedness, Jer 23. 14. Or which with lyes make sad the hearts of the righteons, whom the Lord hath not made sad,
but neglecting the flock, Ezekiel 34, 3. Admit there Are who strengthen the hands of evil doers, that none does return from his wickedness, Jer 23. 14. Or which with lies make sad the hearts of the righteous, whom the Lord hath not made sad,
and strengthen the hands of the wicked, that he should not return from his wicked ways, by promising him life, Ezek. 13. 22. yet let us be compelled to feed our flocks for,
and strengthen the hands of the wicked, that he should not return from his wicked ways, by promising him life, Ezekiel 13. 22. yet let us be compelled to feed our flocks for,
Are we by office the their fathers to beget them through the Gospell, 1 Cor. 4. 4. As their Mothers to travail in birth untill Christ be formed in them, Gal. 4. 19. yea nurses who are to feed them with milk and meat, 1 Cor. 3. 2. and shall not we be carefull to feed them?
are we by office the their Father's to beget them through the Gospel, 1 Cor. 4. 4. As their Mother's to travail in birth until christ be formed in them, Gal. 4. 19. yea Nurse's who Are to feed them with milk and meat, 1 Cor. 3. 2. and shall not we be careful to feed them?
Are we Shepheards to draw waters out of the wells of Salvation, and waters of life, Not for beasts but men, Not for bodies but soules? And shall not we shepheards feed our flocks? Ezeck 34. 2. Is the word of God the Soules bread ▪ preaching its life, health,
are we Shepherds to draw waters out of the wells of Salvation, and waters of life, Not for beasts but men, Not for bodies but Souls? And shall not we shepherds feed our flocks? Ezekiel 34. 2. Is the word of God the Souls bred ▪ preaching its life, health,
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and sanctity, Job 23. 12. Waters, Wine, Milk, Food Green Pastures? And are we they, who are to break this bread of life, to draw these waters out of the wells of salvation,
and sanctity, Job 23. 12. Waters, Wine, Milk, Food Green Pastures? And Are we they, who Are to break this bred of life, to draw these waters out of the wells of salvation,
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Like dry ground in regard of thirst, and barrenness: Shepheards we are, perform we therefore all pastorall offices, providing things necessary for our flocks. Defence, Meat, and Medicine.
Like dry ground in regard of thirst, and Barrenness: Shepherds we Are, perform we Therefore all pastoral Offices, providing things necessary for our flocks. Defence, Meat, and Medicine.
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Is the mouth of a righteous man a Well of life? Prov. 10. 11. yea feeding many, v. 21. how much more should our lips be wells of life, should our lips feed many? And that first, by reading the word of God, a duty enjoyned by the Lord himself, Deut: 31: 11: usually practized in the Church of God, Act: 12: 15: 27: 15: 21: to which a gracious promise of blessedness is annexed, Rev: 2: 3:
Is the Mouth of a righteous man a Well of life? Curae 10. 11. yea feeding many, v. 21. how much more should our lips be wells of life, should our lips feed many? And that First, by reading the word of God, a duty enjoined by the Lord himself, Deuteronomy: 31: 11: usually practised in the Church of God, Act: 12: 15: 27: 15: 21: to which a gracious promise of blessedness is annexed, Rev: 2: 3:
Since the Israelites by hearing were to learn to fear God, Deut. 31. 11. 12. 17. 19. Since Scripture is the word of God himself, reading of it therefore is a means to edifie, therefore to feed.
Since the Israelites by hearing were to Learn to Fear God, Deuteronomy 31. 11. 12. 17. 19. Since Scripture is the word of God himself, reading of it Therefore is a means to edify, Therefore to feed.
yet in the genuine and proper sense, (preaching being an action of the Minister soundly interpreting and opening the sense of the Scriptures by the Scriptures, with application of them to use of the Church by doctrine, exhortation, reproving, convincing,
yet in the genuine and proper sense, (preaching being an actium of the Minister soundly interpreting and opening the sense of the Scriptures by the Scriptures, with application of them to use of the Church by Doctrine, exhortation, reproving, convincing,
and comforting, as we see, Act. 9: 20: 22: He preached Christ, confirming that Jesus was Christ, i. Comparing scripture with scripture, confirming them together, and shewing them to agree together, Act. 8: 28: he read 30. understandest thou? 31: how can I without a guide? 35: he opened his mouth and preached unto him Jesus. Neh: 8: 8: They read it the book of the Law distinctly, gave the sense, and caused them to understand the reading.
and comforting, as we see, Act. 9: 20: 22: He preached christ, confirming that jesus was christ, i. Comparing scripture with scripture, confirming them together, and showing them to agree together, Act. 8: 28: he read 30. Understandest thou? 31: how can I without a guide? 35: he opened his Mouth and preached unto him jesus. Neh: 8: 8: They read it the book of the Law distinctly, gave the sense, and caused them to understand the reading.
Thus the Apostles preached, their preaching was not reading of the word. Thus the son of God preached, Luke 4: 18: 19: 20: He read the Text, closod the booke, &c. This is that guiding which makes reading more profitable, Acts 8: 31: of this kind of Preaching St Paul speaks, charging Tymothy, as he will answer at the dreadfull day of judgment, to preach in season and out of season 2 Tim: 4: 1: 2: and thus ought we to preach, rightly dividing the word of truth, 2 Tim. 2: 15: That by our preaching our people may be converted, Mark 4. 12: get true faith, Rom. 10. 14. The spirit of God, Gal: 3: 2: and salvation, 1 Tim. 4: 16: That so we may be truly feeders.
Thus the Apostles preached, their preaching was not reading of the word. Thus the son of God preached, Lycia 4: 18: 19: 20: He read the Text, closod the book, etc. This is that guiding which makes reading more profitable, Acts 8: 31: of this kind of Preaching Saint Paul speaks, charging Timothy, as he will answer At the dreadful day of judgement, to preach in season and out of season 2 Tim: 4: 1: 2: and thus ought we to preach, rightly dividing the word of truth, 2 Tim. 2: 15: That by our preaching our people may be converted, Mark 4. 12: get true faith, Rom. 10. 14. The Spirit of God, Gall: 3: 2: and salvation, 1 Tim. 4: 16: That so we may be truly feeders.
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But preaching doth profit more, because it is more apt for the ignorant and unlearned, you have bestowed time to prove that which is not denyed of any;
But preaching does profit more, Because it is more apt for the ignorant and unlearned, you have bestowed time to prove that which is not denied of any;
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then is reading preaching, but if it be taken in the usuall signification for him that interpreteth scriptures, that teacheth and exhorteth in the Congregation, by discourse upon the Scriptures,
then is reading preaching, but if it be taken in the usual signification for him that interpreteth Scriptures, that Teaches and exhorteth in the Congregation, by discourse upon the Scriptures,
Say not, that reading is sufficient for our discharge, that reading is preaching, if not better then preaching, let this be the plea of Idoll Pastours, who cannot preach, of idoll shepheards, who will not preach,
Say not, that reading is sufficient for our discharge, that reading is preaching, if not better then preaching, let this be the plea of Idol Pastors, who cannot preach, of idol shepherds, who will not preach,
Since the ancient Fathers do no lesse, why else did they adde to reading, so much preaching, that we read not only of their preaching twice often on the Lords day or Christians Sabboth, (I would have none to cavill at the names of the day, they are Canonicall, one Can. 13. the other Can. 67.) as St. August in Psal. 88. conc: 2: Hearken saith he to the rest of the Psalm of which I spoke in the morning, St. Chrysost. in 1 Thes. Hom 11. Ad: Pop. Antioch, Hom. 10. St. Basil. Hexam. congres. 2. in Psal: 14 congres: 3: 47. 8. 7. congres 14: Against usury, in Matth: 18: against coveteous rich men, but also frequently at other times, witnesse S: August: in diverse places, Chrysostome in his Homil: on Gen: in 6: 7: 8: 12: Ad pop: Antioch, and S: Basil: Hexam. congres: 3: 8: in Psal: 14: 49, Since the Church of England, the most flourishing under the cope of Heaven, whereof wee are Members, is of the same judgment.
Since the ancient Father's do no less, why Else did they add to reading, so much preaching, that we read not only of their preaching twice often on the lords day or Christians Sabbath, (I would have none to cavil At the names of the day, they Are Canonical, one Can. 13. the other Can. 67.) as Saint August in Psalm 88. Conc: 2: Harken Says he to the rest of the Psalm of which I spoke in the morning, Saint Chrysostom in 1 Thebes Hom 11. Ad: Pop. Antioch, Hom. 10. Saint Basil. Hexam. congress. 2. in Psalm: 14 congress: 3: 47. 8. 7. congress 14: Against Usury, in Matthew: 18: against covetous rich men, but also frequently At other times, witness S: August: in diverse places, Chrysostom in his Homily: on Gen: in 6: 7: 8: 12: Ad pop: Antioch, and S: Basil: Hexam. congress: 3: 8: in Psalm: 14: 49, Since the Church of England, the most flourishing under the cope of Heaven, whereof we Are Members, is of the same judgement.
What else means the 45 Can. enjoyning beneficed men being Preachers, having no lawfull impediment, to preach one sermon every sunday of the year? the 46 Can. enjoyning beneficed men which are not preachers, to provide monthly sermons, the 47 Can. commanding the absence of beneficed men to be supplyed by Preachers the 49 Can: limiting such who are not allowed Preachers, to read plainly and aptly the Homilyes? What else means the booke of Ordination of Bishops, Preists,
What Else means the 45 Can. enjoining beneficed men being Preachers, having no lawful impediment, to preach one sermon every sunday of the year? the 46 Can. enjoining beneficed men which Are not Preachers, to provide monthly Sermons, the 47 Can. commanding the absence of beneficed men to be supplied by Preachers the 49 Can: limiting such who Are not allowed Preachers, to read plainly and aptly the Homilies? What Else means the book of Ordination of Bishops, Priests,
and Deacons giving authority to Deacons to read, to preists to preach the word of God? yea what else mean the severall seats ejoyned by our Cannons, the one for reading, the other for preaching,
and Deacons giving Authority to Deacons to read, to Priests to preach the word of God? yea what Else mean the several seats ejoyned by our Cannons, the one for reading, the other for preaching,
if they are the same? Since the word read and preached is more powerfull and profitable then the word barely read, it confuting error more, rebuking offendors more, stirring up the floathfull more, comforting the afflicted more,
if they Are the same? Since the word read and preached is more powerful and profitable then the word barely read, it confuting error more, rebuking offenders more, stirring up the floathfull more, comforting the afflicted more,
Without which the scriptures would not be so profitable, Since the word preached is more painfull, requiring more preparation former reading, meditation,
Without which the Scriptures would not be so profitable, Since the word preached is more painful, requiring more preparation former reading, meditation,
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Be it, that the shining rayes of the splendent Sun, makes irksome carryon and noysome dunghills more fastidious, they make the pleasant flowers more fragrant and delightfull.
Be it, that the shining rays of the splendent Sun, makes irksome carryon and noisome dunghills more fastidious, they make the pleasant flowers more fragrant and delightful.
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To know there hath been a Prophet amongst them, we shall manifest the riches of Gods mercy in offering the means of conversion, we shall justifie Gods judgments in condemning them for despising his Grace, we shall discharge our selves from sin,
To know there hath been a Prophet among them, we shall manifest the riches of God's mercy in offering the means of conversion, we shall justify God's Judgments in condemning them for despising his Grace, we shall discharge our selves from since,
yea more profitable and needfull? Then we for our parts (although some excuse their negligence one way, some another) will resolve to preach in season,
yea more profitable and needful? Then we for our parts (although Some excuse their negligence one Way, Some Another) will resolve to preach in season,
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Thirdly by catechising, which is a plaine teaching of the grounds of religion, by word of mouth from the holy Scriptures, with requiring an account of that which hath been taught by questioning with the hearers from point to point.
Thirdly by catechising, which is a plain teaching of the grounds of Religion, by word of Mouth from the holy Scriptures, with requiring an account of that which hath been taught by questioning with the hearers from point to point.
Thus our Saviour often chatechised his Disciples, Philip the Evnuck, Saint Paul the Thessalonians, Act. 17. 2. This we are all enjoyned, Can. 59. halfe an houre or more to examine,
Thus our Saviour often chatechised his Disciples, Philip the Evnuck, Saint Paul the Thessalonians, Act. 17. 2. This we Are all enjoined, Can. 59. half an hour or more to examine,
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And sure the neglect of this one cause why preaching is no more fruitfull, and that so palpable ignorance is so predominant in this glorious sun-shing of the Gospell, proceeds partly from this, That the unskilfull in the wayes of righteousness, are no more fed with this milk, by being taught, what are the principles of the Oracles of God? Heb. 5. 9. 12.
And sure the neglect of this one cause why preaching is no more fruitful, and that so palpable ignorance is so predominant in this glorious sun-shing of the Gospel, proceeds partly from this, That the unskilful in the ways of righteousness, Are no more fed with this milk, by being taught, what Are the principles of the Oracles of God? Hebrew 5. 9. 12.
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and to feed that that standeth still, Zach. 11. 16. We are to be called to pray over the sick, Jam. 5. 14. as the last office we can perform to those, of whom the Lord hath made us overseers.
and to feed that that Stands still, Zach 11. 16. We Are to be called to pray over the sick, Jam. 5. 14. as the last office we can perform to those, of whom the Lord hath made us Overseers.
as Paul to the Corinthians, Be yee followers of us, as we are of Christ, 1 Cor. 11. 1. and to the Philippians, 3. 17. Be yee followers together of me, and mark them which walk so,
as Paul to the Corinthians, Be ye followers of us, as we Are of christ, 1 Cor. 11. 1. and to the Philippians, 3. 17. Be ye followers together of me, and mark them which walk so,
so should we be strictest towards our selves, A faulty life of a Minister, makes his doctrin to be weak & unfruitfull, saith Musculus. Heretofore Prophets and holy men were Voces convertibiles, Luke 1. 70. Which should teach the Prophets in our time, to be walking sermons in all their carriage towards the people,
so should we be Strictest towards our selves, A faulty life of a Minister, makes his Doctrine to be weak & unfruitful, Says Musculus. Heretofore prophets and holy men were Voces convertibiles, Luke 1. 70. Which should teach the prophets in our time, to be walking Sermons in all their carriage towards the people,
and receiving the grace of God, one such in a Church is too many by one, the Preist had Ʋrim & Thummim in his Breastplate, Lev. 8. 8. so should we have science and conscience, joyning integrity of life, to sincerity of Doctrine, the most respecting more good life, then good learning.
and receiving the grace of God, one such in a Church is too many by one, the Priest had Ʋrim & Thummim in his Breastplate, Lev. 8. 8. so should we have science and conscience, joining integrity of life, to sincerity of Doctrine, the most respecting more good life, then good learning.
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First, These Elders therefore who rule well, must be fit to teach, 1 Tim 3. 2. For if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch, Matth. 15. 14. 23. 24. Eyes they are, and therfore ought to see;
First, These Elders Therefore who Rule well, must be fit to teach, 1 Tim 3. 2. For if the blind led the blind, both shall fallen into the ditch, Matthew 15. 14. 23. 24. Eyes they Are, and Therefore ought to see;
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Secondly, As they are to have gifts, so are they to imploy and improve them willingly and faithfully, 2 Tim. 4. 1. 2. I charge thee preach, be instant, &c. And thus did the Prophets and Apostles:
Secondly, As they Are to have Gifts, so Are they to employ and improve them willingly and faithfully, 2 Tim. 4. 1. 2. I charge thee preach, be instant, etc. And thus did the prophets and Apostles:
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The deep Well which hath much water, and conveys it not out by pipes or buckets, differs but little from the empty puddle in regard of profiting others,
The deep Well which hath much water, and conveys it not out by pipes or buckets, differs but little from the empty puddle in regard of profiting Others,
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you are Gods workmen, be not therefore carless and sloathfull, you are Gods Stewards, shew therefore your faithfulness, imploying your Talents to your Masters advantage.
you Are God's workmen, be not Therefore careless and slothful, you Are God's Stewards, show Therefore your faithfulness, employing your Talents to your Masters advantage.
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so may you lick the sores of others, yet have your own fester to destruction, so may you like way-marks direct others to heaven and never come thither your selves,
so may you lick the sores of Others, yet have your own fester to destruction, so may you like Waymarks Direct Others to heaven and never come thither your selves,
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So may you like Fullers earth purge others, and be cast away your selves, and like Ʋriah carrying a Letter to his own ruin, 2 Sam. 11. Thinkest thou O man, that judgest another,
So may you like Fullers earth purge Others, and be cast away your selves, and like Ʋriah carrying a letter to his own ruin, 2 Sam. 11. Thinkest thou O man, that Judges Another,
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& dost the same, that thou shalt escape the Judgments of God? Thou that teachest another, teachest thou not thy selfe? v. 21. and how can you say to your people, Be ye followers of me, you not being followers of Christ?
& dost the same, that thou shalt escape the Judgments of God? Thou that Teachest Another, Teachest thou not thy self? v. 21. and how can you say to your people, Be you followers of me, you not being followers of christ?
Secondly, To call upon those who have sufficient abilityes but yet are idle and negligent, no longer to hide their Talents in a Napkin, like unprofitable servants.
Secondly, To call upon those who have sufficient abilities but yet Are idle and negligent, no longer to hide their Talents in a Napkin, like unprofitable Servants.
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Tell them they came not into the Ministry to be idle and sloathfull, but to labour about the word and Doctrine, according to the dictates and directions of God 1 Tim. 5. 17. and * men.
Tell them they Come not into the Ministry to be idle and slothful, but to labour about the word and Doctrine, according to the dictates and directions of God 1 Tim. 5. 17. and * men.
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yea as Christ, Gal. 4. 4. The Philippians are commanded to hold such in reputation, Phil. 2. 29. the Thessalonians to esteem them highly in love for their works sake, 1 Thes. 5. 13. and our Saviour saith, He that despiseth you, despiseth me,
yea as christ, Gal. 4. 4. The Philippians Are commanded to hold such in reputation, Philip 2. 29. the Thessalonians to esteem them highly in love for their works sake, 1 Thebes 5. 13. and our Saviour Says, He that despises you, despises me,
1. What, and if some are so far from giving reverence to well ruling Elders, that they presume to mock them, either for pieties sake, or naturall infirmities:
1. What, and if Some Are so Far from giving Reverence to well ruling Elders, that they presume to mock them, either for Pieties sake, or natural infirmities:
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witnesse those two and forty unnurtured Children which were rent in peices by two Bears for mocking the Prophet, 2 Kings 2. 24. and the 16 Verse of the 36 Chapter of the second Book of Chronicles, which tells us, there was no remedy but Gods wrath must needs rise against them,
witness those two and forty unnurtured Children which were rend in Pieces by two Bears for mocking the Prophet, 2 Kings 2. 24. and the 16 Verse of the 36 Chapter of the second Book of Chronicles, which tells us, there was no remedy but God's wrath must needs rise against them,
as the Jewes did Jeremy? Jer. 38. 18. little considering that Jeremies persecutors did stumble, Jer. 20. 11. And they who despise these, despise Christ and his Father who sent him.
as the Jews did Jeremiah? Jer. 38. 18. little considering that Jeremies persecutors did Stumble, Jer. 20. 11. And they who despise these, despise christ and his Father who sent him.
little considering how beautifull the feet of those should be who bring the glad tydings of salvation, Rom. 10. 15. And that where visions faile the people perish, Prov. 29. 18.
little considering how beautiful the feet of those should be who bring the glad tidings of salvation, Rom. 10. 15. And that where visions fail the people perish, Curae 29. 18.
some are rich and covetous, other are poore and contemptible; some are ceremonious, others schismaticall, scarce any therefore worthy to be reverenced.
Some Are rich and covetous, other Are poor and contemptible; Some Are ceremonious, Others Schismatical, scarce any Therefore worthy to be reverenced.
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For we may be pleasant, yet not wanton, sober yet not fullen, sharpe, yet not spitefull; plaine, yet not ignorant; rich, yet not covetous; poor, yet not burdensome;
For we may be pleasant, yet not wanton, Sobrium yet not fullen, sharp, yet not spiteful; plain, yet not ignorant; rich, yet not covetous; poor, yet not burdensome;
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your Ministers likewise are to be reverenced by you although they have their maintenance from you (but the most Ministers have their maintenance from the Lawes, not the people) for be it, it is from you,
your Ministers likewise Are to be reverenced by you although they have their maintenance from you (but the most Ministers have their maintenance from the Laws, not the people) for be it, it is from you,
Reason therefore thus, and say, Are these Elders who rule well, labouring in the word and Doctrine (as indeed they are) Co-workers with God? 2 Cor. 6. 1. 1 Cor. 3. 9. Ambassadors for Christ, 2 Cor. 5. 20. reconcilers of men to God, v. 18. 19. Ministers of the New Testament, 2 Cor. 3. •.
Reason Therefore thus, and say, are these Elders who Rule well, labouring in the word and Doctrine (as indeed they Are) Coworkers with God? 2 Cor. 6. 1. 1 Cor. 3. 9. ambassadors for christ, 2 Cor. 5. 20. reconcilers of men to God, v. 18. 19. Ministers of the New Testament, 2 Cor. 3. •.
A sweet savour of Christ in them that are saved, and in them that Perish, 2 Cor: 2. 15. Ministers of Christ, 1 Cor. 4. 1. Stewards of the mysteryes of Christ, ibid. Men of God, 1 Tim. 6. 11. 2 Tim. 3. 17. in regard of their excellent gifts,
A sweet savour of christ in them that Are saved, and in them that Perish, 2 Cor: 2. 15. Ministers of christ, 1 Cor. 4. 1. Stewards of the Mysteres of christ, Ibid. Men of God, 1 Tim. 6. 11. 2 Tim. 3. 17. in regard of their excellent Gifts,
The second thing owing to them, is obedience, For this the Corinthians were commended, 2 Cor. 7. 15. The Thessalonians, 1 Thess. 2. 13. and Philemon, v. 21. having confidence in thy obedience.
The second thing owing to them, is Obedience, For this the Corinthians were commended, 2 Cor. 7. 15. The Thessalonians, 1 Thess 2. 13. and Philemon, v. 21. having confidence in thy Obedience.
and in regard of you to beat out your virtues, and make them appear, to beat out your vices that they may be parted from you, they are Gods Husbandmen, the matter wherewith they plow is the word of God, you are his tillage, 1 Cor. 3. 9. they are Gods builders, you are his building 1 Cor 3. 9. 10. they are Masons, Ezek. 13. 15. 16. your soules are the walls, the Ministry of the word the morter.
and in regard of you to beatrice out your Virtues, and make them appear, to beatrice out your vices that they may be parted from you, they Are God's Husbandmen, the matter wherewith they blow is the word of God, you Are his tillage, 1 Cor. 3. 9. they Are God's Builders, you Are his building 1 Cor 3. 9. 10. they Are Masons, Ezekiel 13. 15. 16. your Souls Are the walls, the Ministry of the word the mortar.
Secondly, Shall such who will not obey these watchmen of the Lord, die in their iniquity, Ezeck. 3. 17. yea shall it be more tollerable at the day of Judgment for Sodom and Gomorah then for those, who will not hear these, Matth. 10. 14. 15. and are they not to be obeyed, think you?
Secondly, Shall such who will not obey these watchmen of the Lord, die in their iniquity, Ezekiel. 3. 17. yea shall it be more tolerable At the day of Judgement for Sodom and Gomorrah then for those, who will not hear these, Matthew 10. 14. 15. and Are they not to be obeyed, think you?
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yea life and deliverance of your souls, Ezek: 3. 21. and joy to your pastours who rule well, 2 Cor. 7. 15. 16. and are they not to be obeyed, think you?
yea life and deliverance of your Souls, Ezekiel: 3. 21. and joy to your Pastors who Rule well, 2 Cor. 7. 15. 16. and Are they not to be obeyed, think you?
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Fourthly, Doth the Apostle reckon up so many motives which are very forcible to perswade people to obey their pastors and their Doctrine truly taught them? Heb. 13. 17, One from the worthinesse of their vocation and excellency of their office, which is to oversee.
Fourthly, Does the Apostle reckon up so many motives which Are very forcible to persuade people to obey their Pastors and their Doctrine truly taught them? Hebrew 13. 17, One from the worthiness of their vocation and excellency of their office, which is to oversee.
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Another from the proper worke of their Ministry, which is to watch for your souls, one from the weight of their charge, which is to give an account for you,
another from the proper work of their Ministry, which is to watch for your Souls, one from the weight of their charge, which is to give an account for you,
Joy to your Pastours, if you obey them, they shall render their account with joy, greif to them if you are disobedient, which greif will be unprofitable to you,
Joy to your Pastors, if you obey them, they shall render their account with joy, grief to them if you Are disobedient, which grief will be unprofitable to you,
and can you? Moreover, the Lord doth speak by us, as Kings by their Ambassadors, 2 Cor. 5. 19. Say not, We would willingly hear, and obey, was the messenger or preacher, this or that famous man;
and can you? Moreover, the Lord does speak by us, as Kings by their ambassadors, 2 Cor. 5. 19. Say not, We would willingly hear, and obey, was the Messenger or preacher, this or that famous man;
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as from off another, made of the purest gold, and framed after the most curious form, the exactest skill, the cunningest artificer could invent? and shall the Lords word, better then thousands of gold and silver, the most nourishing meat of each sanctified soul, A light to the feet,
as from off Another, made of the Purest gold, and framed After the most curious from, the Exactest skill, the cunningest Artificer could invent? and shall the lords word, better then thousands of gold and silver, the most nourishing meat of each sanctified soul, A Light to the feet,
& a lanthorn to the paths of godly men, suffer losse and diminution of its peerlesse valuation, be disabled from nourishing the new born christian babes, that they may grow thereby,
& a lantern to the paths of godly men, suffer loss and diminution of its peerless valuation, be disabled from nourishing the new born christian babes, that they may grow thereby,
First, It was we know the portion of Elija, Jeremy, Paul, John Baptist, and of our Saviour Christ, that man without sin, the best preacher that ever spake upon earth, to be accounted pestilent fellowes, troublers of States, ring leaders of Sectaries, deceivers of the people:
First, It was we know the portion of Elijah, Jeremiah, Paul, John Baptist, and of our Saviour christ, that man without since, the best preacher that ever spoke upon earth, to be accounted pestilent Fellows, troublers of States, ring leaders of Sectaries, deceivers of the people:
of sincere doctrine, and soundnesse of life by some hellish exhalations, of slandrous imputations, drawn out of the misty fogs of dunghill dispositions of earthly worldlings, by the heat of malice;
of sincere Doctrine, and soundness of life by Some hellish exhalations, of slanderous imputations, drawn out of the misty fogs of dunghill dispositions of earthly worldlings, by the heat of malice;
with the staining tincture of contentious faction, hellish maliciousnesse, base coveteousnesse, opinionative pride, or some such like defamations darkning and obscuring these shining stars, to this end and purpose, that others might fall and never rise again.
with the staining tincture of contentious faction, hellish maliciousness, base covetousness, opinionative pride, or Some such like defamations darkening and obscuring these shining Stars, to this end and purpose, that Others might fallen and never rise again.
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But rather argue and conclude thus. Since no flesh can hear God speak and live, Exod. 20. 19. Since it is impossible, and against the pleasure of Christ, to hear him preach again in his man hood.
But rather argue and conclude thus. Since no Flesh can hear God speak and live, Exod 20. 19. Since it is impossible, and against the pleasure of christ, to hear him preach again in his man hood.
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as what is spoken, we will resolve henceforward to heare Gods voice in the Ministry of the word, not spiderlike, striving to suck poyson from the sweetest flowers, not Scribe like, seeking with poysoned hearts to intrap the preacher,
as what is spoken, we will resolve henceforward to hear God's voice in the Ministry of the word, not spiderlike, striving to suck poison from the Sweetest flowers, not Scribe like, seeking with poisoned hearts to entrap the preacher,
Not obstinately like those pertinatious stiff-necked Jewes, who resolutely answered, they would not hearken, Jer, 44. 16. But with a serious christian preparation, diligent attention,,
Not obstinately like those pertinatious Stiffnecked Jews, who resolutely answered, they would not harken, Jer, 44. 16. But with a serious christian preparation, diligent attention,,
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to it a care to beleeve, & to it a conscience to obey, that so the word of God which they preach, as it a word of grace, Act. 20. 32. coming from Gods grace, shewing his grace,
to it a care to believe, & to it a conscience to obey, that so the word of God which they preach, as it a word of grace, Act. 20. 32. coming from God's grace, showing his grace,
A word of reconciliation, 2 Cor. 5. 19. shewing how men are reconciled to God, and instrumentally working the same betwixt God offended, and man offending.
A word of reconciliation, 2 Cor. 5. 19. showing how men Are reconciled to God, and instrumentally working the same betwixt God offended, and man offending.
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So it may be a word of Grace, of Faith, of Life, of Salvation, and Reconciliation to us, that so these watch men who have the oversight of us, may render their account with joy and not with greif, which would be unprofitable to us,
So it may be a word of Grace, of Faith, of Life, of Salvation, and Reconciliation to us, that so these watch men who have the oversight of us, may render their account with joy and not with grief, which would be unprofitable to us,
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The Lord saith expresly, Take heed thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest, Deut. 12. 19. 14. 22. Sure I am, our saviour saith, The workman is worthy of his meat, Matth. 10, 10 sure I am, the Apostle saint Paul urgeth this by diverse unanswerable reasons, 1 Cor. 9. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14. And expresly enjoyneth him that is taught in the word to communicate to him that teacheth in all good things, Gal. 6. 6. and particularly points at this,
The Lord Says expressly, Take heed thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou Livest, Deuteronomy 12. 19. 14. 22. Sure I am, our Saviour Says, The workman is worthy of his meat, Matthew 10, 10 sure I am, the Apostle saint Paul urges this by diverse unanswerable Reasons, 1 Cor. 9. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14. And expressly enjoineth him that is taught in the word to communicate to him that Teaches in all good things, Gal. 6. 6. and particularly points At this,
Secondly, Peradventure you will say, Saint Peter refused Magus his money, which he offered to buy spirituall things, with an holy indignation, Thy money perish with thee, Act 8. 20.
Secondly, Peradventure you will say, Saint Peter refused Magus his money, which he offered to buy spiritual things, with an holy Indignation, Thy money perish with thee, Act 8. 20.
First, True it is, our Saviour sayth, Freely you have received, freely give, but it was to them who had extraordinary gifts freely given without former labour and charge (this was also a Temporary precept, else may we not preach to the gentiles, v. 5. neither wear shoes,
First, True it is, our Saviour say, Freely you have received, freely give, but it was to them who had extraordinary Gifts freely given without former labour and charge (this was also a Temporary precept, Else may we not preach to the Gentiles, v. 5. neither wear shoes,
Thirdly, You are to buy without mony &c. Isa 55. 1. 2. namely spirituall graces, by endeavouring to obtain them in the use of sanctified means of hearing, prayer, &c.
Thirdly, You Are to buy without money etc. Isaiah 55. 1. 2. namely spiritual graces, by endeavouring to obtain them in the use of sanctified means of hearing, prayer, etc.
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But do you think ours is no labour? if so, you contradict Saint Paul, who calls it The work of the Ministry, Eph. 4. 12. A good work, 1 Tim. 3. 1. A labour, 1 Thess. 5. 12. About the word and Doctrine, 1 Tim. 5. 17. yea a worke more then enough for any man, 2 Cor. 2. 16. who is sufficient for these things? Dreadfull even to the shoulders of Angells, saith Bernard.
But do you think ours is no labour? if so, you contradict Saint Paul, who calls it The work of the Ministry, Ephesians 4. 12. A good work, 1 Tim. 3. 1. A labour, 1 Thess 5. 12. About the word and Doctrine, 1 Tim. 5. 17. yea a work more then enough for any man, 2 Cor. 2. 16. who is sufficient for these things? Dreadful even to the shoulders of Angels, Says Bernard.
Sixthly, True it is, Saint Paul laboured with his own hands, yet the same Apostle commanded that Ministers should be maintained, he also took maintenance, 2. Cor. 11. 8. Phil. 4. 16. And when he refused maintenance, laboured,
Sixthly, True it is, Saint Paul laboured with his own hands, yet the same Apostle commanded that Ministers should be maintained, he also took maintenance, 2. Cor. 11. 8. Philip 4. 16. And when he refused maintenance, laboured,
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and so became an example, it was for speciall reasons, as that he might not be burdensome to the poore Church of Thessalonica, 2 Thess. 3. 8. That hee might not cause some covetous Corinthians to detest the Gospell, finding it chargeable as the Gadarens did Christ, for their swine.
and so became an Exampl, it was for special Reasons, as that he might not be burdensome to the poor Church of Thessalonica, 2 Thess 3. 8. That he might not cause Some covetous Corinthians to detest the Gospel, finding it chargeable as the Gadarenes did christ, for their Swine.
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since such must not entangle themselves with the affairs of this life, 2 Tim. 2 4. nor would the Apostles serve Tables, Act. 6 4. but did forbear working, 1 Cor. 9. 4. Paul (and Barnabas) excepted, who calls it an abasing of himself, 2 Cor. 11. 7. reckons it amongst his afflictions, 1 Cor. 4. 12. and from whose labouring with his hands, this onely may be collected, that in some cases, a Minister of Christ may voluntarily use any lawfull art or calling, manuall or mentall to supply his necessities, provided it be no impediment to his ministeriall office.
since such must not entangle themselves with the affairs of this life, 2 Tim. 2 4. nor would the Apostles serve Tables, Act. 6 4. but did forbear working, 1 Cor. 9. 4. Paul (and Barnabas) excepted, who calls it an abasing of himself, 2 Cor. 11. 7. reckons it among his afflictions, 1 Cor. 4. 12. and from whose labouring with his hands, this only may be collected, that in Some cases, a Minister of christ may voluntarily use any lawful art or calling, manual or mental to supply his necessities, provided it be no impediment to his ministerial office.
Be it, that many people are so far from saying, what shall we give the man of God? 1 Sam. 9. 7. that they are alwayes harping on this string, in effect, pinch the Parsons side, they have too much.
Be it, that many people Are so Far from saying, what shall we give the man of God? 1 Sam. 9. 7. that they Are always harping on this string, in Effect, pinch the Parsons side, they have too much.
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So far from making them partakers of all, that willingly they will make them partakers of none at all of their goods, thinking peradventure, that Ministers of the VVord being spirtuall men, they can live of the Ayre, or a few ayry customes.
So Far from making them partakers of all, that willingly they will make them partakers of none At all of their goods, thinking Peradventure, that Ministers of the Word being spirtuall men, they can live of the Air, or a few airy customs.
Be it, that many people love perhaps their Ministers, and delight to hear them preach, but will nto make them partakers of their carnall things, although they reap their spirituall;
Be it, that many people love perhaps their Ministers, and delight to hear them preach, but will unto make them partakers of their carnal things, although they reap their spiritual;
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Yet men fearing God, ponder advisedly of these following particular reasons. The first is drawn from Gods precept, Deut. 12. 19. 1 Cor. 9. 8. &c: Gal. 6. 6.
Yet men fearing God, ponder advisedly of these following particular Reasons. The First is drawn from God's precept, Deuteronomy 12. 19. 1 Cor. 9. 8. etc.: Gal. 6. 6.
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and her son raised from death by succouring the prophet, 1 King. 17. 10. 23. Witnesse the Shunamite, who providing for the Prophet, obtained a son twice, 2 King. 4. and her lands, 8. 6. Witnesse Onesiphorus, who obtained Saint Pauls earnest prayers to god,
and her son raised from death by succouring the Prophet, 1 King. 17. 10. 23. Witness the Shunamite, who providing for the Prophet, obtained a son twice, 2 King. 4. and her Lands, 8. 6. Witness Onesiphorus, who obtained Saint Paul's earnest Prayers to god,
for himself and his family by refreshing him oft, 2 Tim. 1. 16. witnesse the promise of our Saviour, He who receives a Prophet, shall receive a Prophets reward, Matth. 10. 41. and of his father, Mal. 3 10. bring all the tithes, prove me if I will not open the windowes of Heaven,
for himself and his family by refreshing him oft, 2 Tim. 1. 16. witness the promise of our Saviour, He who receives a Prophet, shall receive a prophets reward, Matthew 10. 41. and of his father, Malachi 3 10. bring all the Tithes, prove me if I will not open the windows of Heaven,
The Philippians communicated to Saint Paul, Phil. 4. 14. The Galatians could have been contented, to have given Saint Paul their eyes, Gal. 4. 13. the poor widdow,
The Philippians communicated to Saint Paul, Philip 4. 14. The Galatians could have been contented, to have given Saint Paul their eyes, Gal. 4. 13. the poor widow,
although her meal was but little, will make the Prophet a cake first, 1 King. 17. 13. Micha will allow his wandring Levite a double suit of apparell and ten shekles of silver by the year,
although her meal was but little, will make the Prophet a cake First, 1 King. 17. 13. Micah will allow his wandering Levite a double suit of apparel and ten Shekels of silver by the year,
and his victualls Judg. 17. 10. wicked Jesalell feeds at her own table, four hundred false Prophets, 1 King. 8. 19. and idolatrous Pharoah, gives such allowance to his Preists, that they sold not their land in the dearth, Gen. 47. 22. These bring that one thing which is necessary Luke 10. 42. These sow spirituall things, 1 Cor. 9. 11. These are to give themselves to reading, 1 Tim. 4, 13. 14. and not to be entangled, 2 Tim. 2 4. These are our spirituall fathers, these spend themselves for our good, our duty is therefore to sow unto them in carnall things, to allow them maintenance, that they may not entangle themselves with the affaires of this life.
and his victuals Judges 17. 10. wicked Jesalell feeds At her own table, four hundred false prophets, 1 King. 8. 19. and idolatrous Pharaoh, gives such allowance to his Priests, that they sold not their land in the dearth, Gen. 47. 22. These bring that one thing which is necessary Lycia 10. 42. These sow spiritual things, 1 Cor. 9. 11. These Are to give themselves to reading, 1 Tim. 4, 13. 14. and not to be entangled, 2 Tim. 2 4. These Are our spiritual Father's, these spend themselves for our good, our duty is Therefore to sow unto them in carnal things, to allow them maintenance, that they may not entangle themselves with the affairs of this life.
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yea so that they may give themselves to reading, 1 Tim. 4. 13. so that they need not entangle themselves with the affairs of this life, 2 Tim. 2. 4. and to furnish them with such maintenance, which is befitting their calling so honourable:
yea so that they may give themselves to reading, 1 Tim. 4. 13. so that they need not entangle themselves with the affairs of this life, 2 Tim. 2. 4. and to furnish them with such maintenance, which is befitting their calling so honourable:
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That as their Ministry is more excellent then the Leviticall, so their maintenance may equalize theirs at the least,, that so they may be given to hospitality, 1 Tim. 3. 2. we rendring to them this other part of the honour due to them, namely Maintenance.
That as their Ministry is more excellent then the Levitical, so their maintenance may equalise theirs At the least,, that so they may be given to hospitality, 1 Tim. 3. 2. we rendering to them this other part of the honour due to them, namely Maintenance.
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It is a comely and Christian thing when Ministers and people pray one for another, the prayers of the Church are most excellent and necessary, else Saint Paul would not so often have begged them, Rom. 15. 30. Strive in your prayers to God for me, Ephes: 6. 18. 19. pray for me, 1 Thess 5. 25. pray for us. Moses likewise prayes for the Tribe of Levi, Deut. 33. 8. forget not therefore good people to pray for us:
It is a comely and Christian thing when Ministers and people pray one for Another, the Prayers of the Church Are most excellent and necessary, Else Saint Paul would not so often have begged them, Rom. 15. 30. Strive in your Prayers to God for me, Ephesians: 6. 18. 19. pray for me, 1 Thess 5. 25. pray for us. Moses likewise prays for the Tribe of Levi, Deuteronomy 33. 8. forget not Therefore good people to pray for us:
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as advocates the cause of their Clyents, you have the patronage, but Patronatus gratia, because Gratis conferri debent beneficia,, Benefices are to be freely given, be ye carefull that for any by respects, (as for pleasuring of freinds or private profit) you thrust not into the Church such Elders, who in likelyhood will not rule well.
as advocates the cause of their Clients, you have the patronage, but Patronage Gratia, Because Gratis conferri debent Benefices,, Benefices Are to be freely given, be you careful that for any by respects, (as for pleasuring of Friends or private profit) you thrust not into the Church such Elders, who in likelihood will not Rule well.
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Remember that the Lord would have no blemished Levite to attend at his Altar about the Ceremoniall Sacrifices, Lev. 21. 17. and do you think he will take it well at your hands to have such, whose defects and blemishes are worse then bodily, intruded into the ministry of the Gospell, to attend upon those needfull and substantiall dutyes? what became a sin to root out Jeroboams house? did not his calves,
remember that the Lord would have no blemished Levite to attend At his Altar about the Ceremonial Sacrifices, Lev. 21. 17. and do you think he will take it well At your hands to have such, whose defects and blemishes Are Worse then bodily, intruded into the Ministry of the Gospel, to attend upon those needful and substantial duties? what became a since to root out Jeroboams house? did not his calves,
since youle have the best for your sheep, content not your selves with the worst teachers for your selves, who strive to have the best for your children, be you carefull to find out those who may be Elders ruling well,
since yowl have the best for your sheep, content not your selves with the worst Teachers for your selves, who strive to have the best for your children, be you careful to find out those who may be Elders ruling well,
We look for carnall things, let us sow spirituall things, we look for hire, let us do our work, serve we at the Altar, who would live of the Sacrifice:
We look for carnal things, let us sow spiritual things, we look for hire, let us do our work, serve we At the Altar, who would live of the Sacrifice:
It is but reason we should teach the Gospell who live of the Gospel, let us break the bread of eternall life to those who feed us with corporeall bread, it is meet that we who look for the milk of the flock should feed the flock;
It is but reason we should teach the Gospel who live of the Gospel, let us break the bred of Eternal life to those who feed us with corporeal bred, it is meet that we who look for the milk of the flock should feed the flock;
when they see us light and idle in our living? what reverence will they give our persons, in whose manners they see no gravity? is it any marvell we are out of credit,
when they see us Light and idle in our living? what Reverence will they give our Persons, in whose manners they see no gravity? is it any marvel we Are out of credit,
when our lives and conversations are contrary to our own laws and profession? And be we diligent and faithfull in preaching, we may spend a great deal of time in tricking up a Sermon for our people,
when our lives and conversations Are contrary to our own laws and profession? And be we diligent and faithful in preaching, we may spend a great deal of time in tricking up a Sermon for our people,
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and procure that perhaps which Demosthenes hunted after, and had, There goes eloquent Demosthenes, but to little purpose in regard of our hearers, they being no more bettered by it,
and procure that perhaps which Demosthenes hunted After, and had, There Goes eloquent Demosthenes, but to little purpose in regard of our hearers, they being no more bettered by it,
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We may preach before them some elaborate glistering Sermon, and have no better successe, then if a Goldsmith should open a rich shop in a country market.
We may preach before them Some elaborate glistering Sermon, and have no better success, then if a Goldsmith should open a rich shop in a country market.
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whereas they who bring corn, meat, and such other usefull matters, (although they have not such great admiration) have more chapmen and greater vent for their commodities,
whereas they who bring corn, meat, and such other useful matters, (although they have not such great admiration) have more chapmen and greater vent for their commodities,
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but alas poor man, it is too costly for him to carry home, whereas if we preach plain and needfull points concerning the mysteries of salvation, he cannot but conclude such belong to him, mistake me not, I would not that men should vent raw, sudden and undisted meditations, I would not that any should deale with the word loosely or superficially for rawnesse raggednesse and independency of that which is delivered (when the preacher doth not testifie his afore hand care by dealing substantially) makes preaching oft contemned.
but alas poor man, it is too costly for him to carry home, whereas if we preach plain and needful points Concerning the Mysteres of salvation, he cannot but conclude such belong to him, mistake me not, I would not that men should vent raw, sudden and undisted meditations, I would not that any should deal with the word loosely or superficially for rawness raggedness and independency of that which is Delivered (when the preacher does not testify his afore hand care by dealing substantially) makes preaching oft contemned.
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I speak not against learning, but wish it did more abound in us all, but this I know that it pleaseth God by the foolishnesse of preaching to save soules:
I speak not against learning, but wish it did more abound in us all, but this I know that it Pleases God by the foolishness of preaching to save Souls:
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and unprofitable kind of preaching, yea an ayry nourishment, and leaves the people like Abrasae tabulae, new table books, let us in preaching seek Gods glory and our peoples good, rather then vain glory and our own applause. Thirdly;
and unprofitable kind of preaching, yea an airy nourishment, and leaves the people like Abrasae tabulae, new table books, let us in preaching seek God's glory and our peoples good, rather then vain glory and our own applause. Thirdly;
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and the utmost mischeif the sons of Belial can cast upon them, the more labour they take in tillage, the worse oft times is their harvest, the more fuitfull these trees are, the more cudgells are thrown against them,
and the utmost mischief's the Sons of Belial can cast upon them, the more labour they take in tillage, the Worse oft times is their harvest, the more fuitfull these trees Are, the more cudgels Are thrown against them,
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NONLATINALPHABET Isa. 29. 12. to read. Isa 65. 1. 2. Zach. 7. 7. to preach. The scripture read is the word of God, and we have no word of god but the scriptures, Hooker Pol. pag. 221.
Isaiah 29. 12. to read. Isaiah 65. 1. 2. Zach 7. 7. to preach. The scripture read is the word of God, and we have no word of god but the Scriptures, Hooker Pol. page. 221.
Ut Episcopus nullam rei familiaris curam ad se revoces, sed ut lectioni, & orationi, & verbi Dei predicationi, tantummodo vacet. Concil. Carthag quor. cap. 20. Primarium episcopo munus est Evangelii predicatio. Bellar. de gem. cal. lib. 2. Cap. 5. Osorius de sapien. lib. 1,
Ut Episcopus Nullam rei familiaris curam ad se revoces, sed ut lectioni, & Orationi, & verbi Dei predicationi, tantummodo vacet. Council. Carthage quor. cap. 20. Primarium Bishop munus est Evangelii predicatio. Bellar de gem. call. lib. 2. Cap. 5. Osorius de Sapien. lib. 1,
Th'e scollars of the Rabbies were observed to be of diverse capacities, whence they sayd, some had Conditionem spongiae, others, Clepsydrae, others, Sacci faecinacij and others Cribri, Goodwin l. 1. c. 7.
Th'e Scholars of the Rabbies were observed to be of diverse capacities, whence they said, Some had Conditionem spongiae, Others, Clepsydrae, Others, Sacci faecinacij and Others Cribri, Goodwyn l. 1. c. 7.
