The great danger of covenant-refusing, and covenant-breaking. Presented in a sermon preached before the Right Honourable Thomas Adams Lord Mayor, and the Right Worshipfull the sheriffes, and the aldermen his brethren, and the rest of the Common-councell of the famous City of London, Jan. 14. 1645. Upon which day the solemne League and Covenant was renued by them and their officers with prayer and fasting at Michael Basinshaw, London. / By Edmund Calamy, B.D. and pastor of Aldermanbury London.
The great and solemne vow which we made to God in Baptisme, is renued every time we come to the Lords Supper. And upon every Fast day wee binde our selves anew to God by Covenant. The people of Israel entred into covenant, Ezra 10. 3. And the same people (as Chronologers observe) did re-engage themselves in the same Covenant, Neh. 10. The Scripture tels us, that Almighty God did six times make one and the same covenant with Abraham; and sware the same covenant twice to Isaac, Gen. 26. 4. 34. And therefore blessed be the great God who hath put it into your hearts to engage your selves a second time into a Nationall Covenant.
The great and solemn Voelli which we made to God in Baptism, is renewed every time we come to the lords Supper. And upon every Fast day we bind our selves anew to God by Covenant. The people of Israel entered into Covenant, Ezra 10. 3. And the same people (as Chronologers observe) did re-engage themselves in the same Covenant, Neh 10. The Scripture tells us, that Almighty God did six times make one and the same Covenant with Abraham; and sware the same Covenant twice to Isaac, Gen. 26. 4. 34. And Therefore blessed be the great God who hath put it into your hearts to engage your selves a second time into a National Covenant.
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The Malignants call it a conspiracy; others, though not Malignants, yet maligne the Covenant, and call it a snare, a trap, a temptation, and account it a signe of a tender conscience to boggle at it,
The Malignants call it a Conspiracy; Others, though not Malignants, yet malign the Covenant, and call it a snare, a trap, a temptation, and account it a Signen of a tender conscience to boggle At it,
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And therefore to vindicate the honour and reputation of the Covenant, and to wipe off the aspersions that are cast upon it, you doe well to take it the second time.
And Therefore to vindicate the honour and reputation of the Covenant, and to wipe off the Aspersions that Are cast upon it, you do well to take it the second time.
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And therefore to manifest that you are still of the same judgement, and that you doe not repent of what you have done, you doe well to take it the second time.
And Therefore to manifest that you Are still of the same judgement, and that you do not Repent of what you have done, you do well to take it the second time.
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4. Because of the pronenesse that is in all men (even the best of men) to break covenant with God. A Covenant indeed is a golden Girdle to tye us fast to God; it is a joyning and glewing our selves to the Lord.
4. Because of the proneness that is in all men (even the best of men) to break Covenant with God. A Covenant indeed is a golden Girdle to tie us fast to God; it is a joining and glowing our selves to the Lord.
The word NONLATINALPHABET which signifieth an Oath, comes from NONLATINALPHABET which signifieth a Hedge. An Oath and Covenant is a strong hedge to keep us from breaking out into disobedience.
The word which signifies an Oath, comes from which signifies a Hedge. an Oath and Covenant is a strong hedge to keep us from breaking out into disobedience.
But yet notwithstanding, the nature of the best man is very apt to break these bonds, and to run away from his great Lord and Master, to suffer this Hedge to decay,
But yet notwithstanding, the nature of the best man is very apt to break these bonds, and to run away from his great Lord and Master, to suffer this Hedge to decay,
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And therefore it is not only commendable, but very necessary (and for this cause you are met this day) to enter into bond the second time, to binde and inroll your selves again unto the Lord;
And Therefore it is not only commendable, but very necessary (and for this cause you Are met this day) to enter into bound the second time, to bind and enrol your selves again unto the Lord;
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to make up this hedge, to tye this golden girdle yet faster, and to joyn and glew your selves once more unto the Lord in a perpetuall Covenant never to be forgotten.
to make up this hedge, to tie this golden girdle yet faster, and to join and glew your selves once more unto the Lord in a perpetual Covenant never to be forgotten.
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For since June last, we have had about 60 considerable blessings and mercies ▪ which all are as 60 Arguments to call upon us not only to renue our thankfulnesse, but our Covenant also.
For since June last, we have had about 60 considerable blessings and Mercies ▪ which all Are as 60 Arguments to call upon us not only to renew our thankfulness, but our Covenant also.
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Thus the people of Israel, when God had delivered them out of Egypt, renued their Covenant at Horeb, Exod. 19. And when they were delivered from their Wildernesse-enemies, Deut. 29. And the same people did afterwards,
Thus the people of Israel, when God had Delivered them out of Egypt, renewed their Covenant At Horeb, Exod 19. And when they were Delivered from their Wildernesse-enemies, Deuteronomy 29. And the same people did afterwards,
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when God had given them the possession of Canaan, re-oblige themselves by a covenant, Josh. 24. 6. Because of the sad condition the Church of God is in at this time.
when God had given them the possession of Canaan, re-oblige themselves by a Covenant, Josh. 24. 6. Because of the sad condition the Church of God is in At this time.
For though God hath given us glorious victories over our enemies, yet the Churches of Christ lye desolate, Church-reformation is obstructed, Church-Discipline unsetled, Church-divisions increased.
For though God hath given us glorious victories over our enemies, yet the Churches of christ lie desolate, Church reformation is obstructed, Church discipline unsettled, Church divisions increased.
You shall reade in Scripture, that the people of God did never any great service for the Church till they renued their Covenant; and you shall never read but that they did very great and glorious services for the Church, after the renuing of their covenant with God.
You shall read in Scripture, that the people of God did never any great service for the Church till they renewed their Covenant; and you shall never read but that they did very great and glorious services for the Church, After the renewing of their Covenant with God.
and brake it downe, his Altars and his Images brake they in pieces throughly, &c. The like we reade of Asa, 2 Chron. 15. 14, 15, 16. and of King Josiah, 2 Chron. 34. 31, 32, 33. And thus I doubt not but you will endeavour to do in an orderly way according to your places.
and brake it down, his Altars and his Images brake they in Pieces thoroughly, etc. The like we read of Asa, 2 Chronicles 15. 14, 15, 16. and of King Josiah, 2 Chronicles 34. 31, 32, 33. And thus I doubt not but you will endeavour to do in an orderly Way according to your places.
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To help you in this, so pious, so Christian, so necessary, so solemne a businesse, I have chosen this Text. In the beginning of the Chapter the Apostle tels us the condition that the Church of God should be in, in the last dayes.
To help you in this, so pious, so Christian, so necessary, so solemn a business, I have chosen this Text. In the beginning of the Chapter the Apostle tells us the condition that the Church of God should be in, in the last days.
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Sin is the cause of our civill warres, 2 Sam. 12. 11. Sin is the cause of our divisions, James 4. 1. Sin is the cause why men fall into such dangerous errours, 2 Thess. 2. 11. Sin brings such kinds of judgements which no other enemy can bring.
since is the cause of our civil wars, 2 Sam. 12. 11. since is the cause of our divisions, James 4. 1. since is the cause why men fallen into such dangerous errors, 2 Thess 2. 11. since brings such Kinds of Judgments which no other enemy can bring.
and a beginning of Hell. It is sin, and sin only, that imbitters every affliction. Let us for ever look upon sin through these Scripture-Spectacles.
and a beginning of Hell. It is since, and sin only, that imbitters every affliction. Let us for ever look upon since through these Scripture spectacles.
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the Mountains that lye in the way to hinder the settlement of Church-discipline. Even these 19 sins which are as an Iron whip of 19 strings, with which God is whipping England at this day;
the Mountains that lie in the Way to hinder the settlement of Church discipline. Even these 19 Sins which Are as an Iron whip of 19 strings, with which God is whipping England At this day;
For because men are lovers of themselves, Vsque ad contemptum Dei & Reipublicae. Because men drive their own designes not only to the neglect, but contempt of God, and the Common-wealth.
For Because men Are lovers of themselves, Vsque ad contemptum Dei & Reipublicae. Because men drive their own designs not only to the neglect, but contempt of God, and the Commonwealth.
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These are thine enemies, ô England, that have brought thee into this desolate condition! These are the sins that will recruit the Kings army, if ever it be recruited:
These Are thine enemies, o England, that have brought thee into this desolate condition! These Are the Sins that will recruit the Kings army, if ever it be recruited:
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For because men are lovers of themselves, therefore they are covetous, proud, unholy, &c. The tenth sinne is truce-breaking, and for feare lest the time should prevent me, I will begin with this sinne first.
For Because men Are lovers of themselves, Therefore they Are covetous, proud, unholy, etc. The tenth sin is truce-breaking, and for Fear lest the time should prevent me, I will begin with this sin First.
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According to this three-fold sense of the word, I shall gather these three observations. Doct. 1. That to be a Covenant-refuser, is a sin that makes the times perilous.
According to this threefold sense of the word, I shall gather these three observations. Doct. 1. That to be a Covenant refuser, is a since that makes the times perilous.
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To be foederis nescius, or infoedederabilis. For the understanding of this, you must know that there are two sorts of Covenants. There are devillish and hellish Covenants, and there are godly and religious Covenants. First, there are devillish Covenants, such as Acts 23. 12. and Isaiah 28. 15. such as the holy league (as it was unjustly called) in France against the Hugonites, and that of our Gun-powder Traitors in England:
To be Fœderis nescius, or infoedederabilis. For the understanding of this, you must know that there Are two sorts of Covenants. There Are devilish and hellish Covenants, and there Are godly and religious Covenants. First, there Are devilish Covenants, such as Acts 23. 12. and Isaiah 28. 15. such as the holy league (as it was unjustly called) in France against the Huguenots, and that of our Gunpowder Traitors in England:
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Secondly, there are godly and religious Covenants; such as Job 31. 1. I have made a Covenant with mine eyes, why then should I thinke upon a maid? Such as Psal. 119. I have sworne I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous judgements;
Secondly, there Are godly and religious Covenants; such as Job 31. 1. I have made a Covenant with mine eyes, why then should I think upon a maid? Such as Psalm 119. I have sworn I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments;
Your swearing is not solum vinculum, but novum vinculum, is not the onely, but onely a new and another bond to ty you to the obedience of the things you sweare unto;
Your swearing is not solum vinculum, but novum vinculum, is not the only, but only a new and Another bound to ty you to the Obedience of the things you swear unto;
which are so excellent and so glorious, that if God give those that take it a heart to keep it, it will make these three Kingdomes the glory of the world.
which Are so excellent and so glorious, that if God give those that take it a heart to keep it, it will make these three Kingdoms the glory of the world.
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And as one of the Reverend Commissioners of Scotland said when it was first taken in a most solemn manner at Westminster, by the Parliament and the Assembly;
And as one of the Reverend Commissioners of Scotland said when it was First taken in a most solemn manner At Westminster, by the Parliament and the Assembly;
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That if the Pope should have this Covenant written upon a wall over against him sitting in his chair, it would be unto him like the hand-writing to Belshazzar;
That if the Pope should have this Covenant written upon a wall over against him sitting in his chair, it would be unto him like the handwriting to Belshazzar;
Now then for a man to be an Anticovenanter, and to be such a Covenant-refuser, it must needs be a sin that makes the times perilous. And the reason is,
Now then for a man to be an Anticovenanter, and to be such a Covenant refuser, it must needs be a since that makes the times perilous. And the reason is,
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1 Because you shall find in Scripture that when any nation did enter into a solemn religious Covenant, God did exceedingly blesse and prosper that nation after that time;
1 Because you shall find in Scripture that when any Nation did enter into a solemn religious Covenant, God did exceedingly bless and prosper that Nation After that time;
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As appeares, 2 Chron. 15. 19. 2 Kings 11. 20. And we have a promise for it, Deut. 29. 12, 13. That thou shouldest enter into Covenant with the Lord thy God, &c. That he may establish thee to day for a people unto himselfe,
As appears, 2 Chronicles 15. 19. 2 Kings 11. 20. And we have a promise for it, Deuteronomy 29. 12, 13. That thou Shouldst enter into Covenant with the Lord thy God, etc. That he may establish thee to day for a people unto himself,
2 Because as it is the highest act of Gods love to man, to vouchsafe to engage himselfe by Oath and Covenant to be his God, so it is the highest demonstration of mans love to God, to bind himselfe by Oath and Covenant to be Gods. There is nothing obligeth God more to us,
2 Because as it is the highest act of God's love to man, to vouchsafe to engage himself by Oath and Covenant to be his God, so it is the highest demonstration of men love to God, to bind himself by Oath and Covenant to be God's There is nothing obliges God more to us,
These are of two sorts. 1. Such as refuse it out of Malignity: 2. Such as refuse it out of unnecessary scrupulosity; that raise and foment doubts, to hinder themselves and others from taking it.
These Are of two sorts. 1. Such as refuse it out of Malignity: 2. Such as refuse it out of unnecessary scrupulosity; that raise and foment doubts, to hinder themselves and Others from taking it.
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There are some men of whom I may say as the Apostle doth to the Galatians, Gal. 1. 6. I marvell that you are so soon removed from him that called you, &c. And as Gal. 4. 15. I beare you record, that if it had been possible, you would have plucked out your own eyes, and given them to me;
There Are Some men of whom I may say as the Apostle does to the Galatians, Gal. 1. 6. I marvel that you Are so soon removed from him that called you, etc. And as Gal. 4. 15. I bear you record, that if it had been possible, you would have plucked out your own eyes, and given them to me;
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I wonder and marvell to see how suddenly they are changed from that good opinion they once had of the Covenant; For I bear thē record, that there was a time when they not onely took it willingly,
I wonder and marvel to see how suddenly they Are changed from that good opinion they once had of the Covenant; For I bear them record, that there was a time when they not only took it willingly,
How is it then that the Covenant is become an enemy to them, and they unto the Covenant? Surely the change is not in the Covenant, but in the Covenanters. I have much to say in defence of it,
How is it then that the Covenant is become an enemy to them, and they unto the Covenant? Surely the change is not in the Covenant, but in the Covenanters. I have much to say in defence of it,
2. With hearty griefe and sorrow for all our former Apostasies and Covenant-breakings, Jer. 50. 4. 5. 3. With judgement and understanding, Neh. 10. 28. rightly informed of the true sense and meaning of every particular.
2. With hearty grief and sorrow for all our former Apostasies and Covenant-breakings, Jer. 50. 4. 5. 3. With judgement and understanding, Neh 10. 28. rightly informed of the true sense and meaning of every particular.
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2 Chron. 15. 12. 2 Chron. 34. 31, 32. with a purpose to joyn your selves to the Lord in a perpetuall Covenant, never to be forgotten. Jer. 50. 5.
2 Chronicles 15. 12. 2 Chronicles 34. 31, 32. with a purpose to join your selves to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant, never to be forgotten. Jer. 50. 5.
As for motives to perswade you to the practice of these things, and for rules and directions about the manner of taking of it, I shall leave them wholly to my Reverend brother who is to succeed;
As for motives to persuade you to the practice of these things, and for rules and directions about the manner of taking of it, I shall leave them wholly to my Reverend brother who is to succeed;
For the opening of this point, I must distinguish again of Covenants. There are civill, and there are religious Covenants. A civill Covenant, is a Covenant between man and man; and of this the text is primarily, though not onely to be understood.
For the opening of this point, I must distinguish again of Covenants. There Are civil, and there Are religious Covenants. A civil Covenant, is a Covenant between man and man; and of this the text is primarily, though not only to be understood.
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Now for a man to break promise and Covenant with his brother, is a land-destroying, and soule devouring abomination. We read 2 Sam. 21. that because Saul had broken the Covenant that Joshuah made with the Gibeonites, God sent a famine in Davids time of three yeares continuance:
Now for a man to break promise and Covenant with his brother, is a landdestroying, and soul devouring abomination. We read 2 Sam. 21. that Because Saul had broken the Covenant that Joshua made with the Gibeonites, God sent a famine in Davids time of three Years Continuance:
Famous is that text, Jer. 34. 17, 18, 19, 20. Because the Princes and the People brake the covenant which they had made with their servants (though but their servants) God tels them.
Famous is that text, Jer. 34. 17, 18, 19, 20. Because the Princes and the People brake the Covenant which they had made with their Servants (though but their Servants) God tells them.
Because ye have not hearkned unto me in proclaiming liberty every one to his brother, &c. Behold, I proclaim liberty for you, saith the Lord to the sword, to the pestilence, and to the famine;
Because you have not hearkened unto me in proclaiming liberty every one to his brother, etc. Behold, I proclaim liberty for you, Says the Lord to the sword, to the pestilence, and to the famine;
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&c. We read also Ezek. 17. 18, 19, 20. That God tels Zedekiah because he brake the covenant he had made with the King of Babylon, that therefore he would recompence upon his head the oath that he had despised,
etc. We read also Ezekiel 17. 18, 19, 20. That God tells Zedekiah Because he brake the Covenant he had made with the King of Babylon, that Therefore he would recompense upon his head the oath that he had despised,
and the covenant that he had broken, & would bring him to Babylon, and plead with him there for the trespasse which he had trespassed against the Lord.
and the Covenant that he had broken, & would bring him to Babylon, and plead with him there for the trespass which he had trespassed against the Lord.
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and said, O thou God of the Christians, if thou beest a true God, be revenged of those that without cause have broken the league made by calling upon thy name.
and said, Oh thou God of the Christians, if thou Best a true God, be revenged of those that without cause have broken the league made by calling upon thy name.
And the story saith, that after he had spoken these words, he had as it were a new heart and spirit put into him, and his souldiers, and that they obtained a glorious victory over Ladislaus. Thus God avenged the quarrel of mans covenant.
And the story Says, that After he had spoken these words, he had as it were a new heart and Spirit put into him, and his Soldiers, and that they obtained a glorious victory over Ladislaus. Thus God avenged the quarrel of men Covenant.
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The like story we have of Rodolphus Duke of Suevia, who by the Popes instigation waged war with Henry the fourth Emperour of Germany, to whom he had sworn the contrary.
The like story we have of Rudolph Duke of Suevia, who by the Popes instigation waged war with Henry the fourth Emperor of Germany, to whom he had sworn the contrary.
and said, Spectate hanc dextram legitima supplicia expendentem, quae fidem sacramento munitam, & Henrico Domino meo datam, vobis urgentibus, praeter aequum & jus temere violavit.
and said, Spectate hanc Dextram Legitimate supplicia expendentem, Quae fidem sacramento munitam, & Henry Domino meo datam, vobis urgentibus, praeter Aequum & jus Temere violavit.
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and if such persons are accounted as the off-scouring of men, not worthy to live in a christian, no not in a heathen Common-weal: If it be a sin that drawes down vengeance from heaven,
and if such Persons Are accounted as the offscouring of men, not worthy to live in a christian, no not in a heathen Commonweal: If it be a since that draws down vengeance from heaven,
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There are two covenants that God made with man, a covenant of nature, and a covenant of grace. The covenant of nature (or of works) was made with Adam, and all mankind in him.
There Are two Covenants that God made with man, a Covenant of nature, and a Covenant of grace. The Covenant of nature (or of works) was made with Adam, and all mankind in him.
This covenant Adam broke, and God presently had a quarrell against him for breaking of it, Gen. 3. 8, 9. And to avenge the quarrell of the covenant, he was thrust out of Paradise; and there was a sword also placed at the East end of the Garden of Eden, to avenge covenant-breaking.
This Covenant Adam broke, and God presently had a quarrel against him for breaking of it, Gen. 3. 8, 9. And to avenge the quarrel of the Covenant, he was thrust out of Paradise; and there was a sword also placed At the East end of the Garden of Eden, to avenge Covenant-breaking.
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a copy of which you shall read, Ezek. 16. 7, 8, 9. This was first propounded to Adam by way of promise, Gen. 3. The Seed of the woman shall bruise the Serpents head.
a copy of which you shall read, Ezekiel 16. 7, 8, 9. This was First propounded to Adam by Way of promise, Gen. 3. The Seed of the woman shall bruise the Serpents head.
And then to Moses by way of Testament, Exod. 33. It is nothing else but the free and gracious tender of Jesus Christ and all his rich purchases to all the lost and undone sons of Adam, that shall beleeve in him;
And then to Moses by Way of Testament, Exod 33. It is nothing Else but the free and gracious tender of jesus christ and all his rich purchases to all the lost and undone Sons of Adam, that shall believe in him;
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Now you must know that Baptisme is a seal of this covenant, and that all that are baptized, doe sacramentally at least engage themselves to walk before God, and to be upright;
Now you must know that Baptism is a seal of this Covenant, and that all that Are baptised, do sacramentally At least engage themselves to walk before God, and to be upright;
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This covenant is likewise renued when we come to the Lords Supper, wherein we bind our selves by a sacramentall oath unto thankfulnesse to God for Christ.
This Covenant is likewise renewed when we come to the lords Supper, wherein we bind our selves by a sacramental oath unto thankfulness to God for christ.
Adde further, that besides this generall covenant of grace whereof the Sacraments are seales, there are particular and personall, and family, and nationall covenants.
Add further, that beside this general Covenant of grace whereof the Sacraments Are Seals, there Are particular and personal, and family, and national Covenants.
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Thus Asa, Jehoiada, and Josiah, &c. Thus the people of Israel had not onely a covenant in circumcision, but renued a covenant in Horeb, & in Moab; and did often again and again bind themselvs to God by vow and covenant.
Thus Asa, Jehoiada, and Josiah, etc. Thus the people of Israel had not only a Covenant in circumcision, but renewed a Covenant in Horeb, & in Moab; and did often again and again bind themselves to God by Voelli and Covenant.
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And thus the Churches of the Christians, besides the vow in Baptisme, have many personall and nationall engagements unto God by covenant, which are nothing else but the renovations,
And thus the Churches of the Christians, beside the Voelli in Baptism, have many personal and national engagements unto God by Covenant, which Are nothing Else but the renovations,
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In the 29. of Deuter. first God takes his people into covenant, and then he tels them of the happy condition they should bee in if they did keep covenant.
In the 29. of Deuter First God Takes his people into Covenant, and then he tells them of the happy condition they should be in if they did keep Covenant.
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And the Lord shall separate him, &c. And when the nations shall say, Wherefore hath the Lord done thus unto this land? What meaneth the heat of this great anger? Then shall men say,
And the Lord shall separate him, etc. And when the Nations shall say, Wherefore hath the Lord done thus unto this land? What means the heat of this great anger? Then shall men say,
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Because they have forsaken the covenant of the Lord God of their Fathers, &c. This was the sin that caused God to send his people of Israel into captivity,
Because they have forsaken the Covenant of the Lord God of their Father's, etc. This was the since that caused God to send his people of Israel into captivity,
It is for this sin that the sword is now devouring Germany, Ireland, and England, &c. God hath sent his sword to avenge the quarrell of his covenant.
It is for this since that the sword is now devouring Germany, Ireland, and England, etc. God hath sent his sword to avenge the quarrel of his Covenant.
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And therefore if it be a hell-procuring sin to break the least of Gods Commandements, much more to be a Covenant-breaker, Heb. 10. 28, 29. Secondly, it is a greater sin then to sin against a promise of God,
And Therefore if it be a hell-procuring since to break the least of God's commandments, much more to be a Covenant breaker, Hebrew 10. 28, 29. Secondly, it is a greater since then to sin against a promise of God,
It is by virtue of the Covenant that we are made partakers of the Ordinances. The Word is the book of the Covenant, and the Sacraments are the Scales of the Covenant. And if it be a sin of an high nature to sin against the book of the Covenant and the seales of the Covenant, much more against the Covenant it selfe.
It is by virtue of the Covenant that we Are made partakers of the Ordinances. The Word is the book of the Covenant, and the Sacraments Are the Scales of the Covenant. And if it be a since of an high nature to sin against the book of the Covenant and the Seals of the Covenant, much more against the Covenant it self.
To break covenant is a fundamentall sinne, it raseth the very foundation of Christianity, because the Covenant is the foundation of all the priviledges,
To break Covenant is a fundamental sin, it raseth the very Foundation of Christianity, Because the Covenant is the Foundation of all the privileges,
And therefore we reade, Ephes. 2. 12. that a stranger from the Covenant is one without hope. All hope of Heaven is cut off where the Covenant is willingly broken.
And Therefore we read, Ephesians 2. 12. that a stranger from the Covenant is one without hope. All hope of Heaven is Cut off where the Covenant is willingly broken.
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By virtue of the Covenant, we tye our selves to the obedience of Gods Commandements, we give up our selves to the guidance of Jesus Christ, we take him for our Lord and King. All the promises of this life and that that is to come, are contained within the Covenant.
By virtue of the Covenant, we tie our selves to the Obedience of God's commandments, we give up our selves to the guidance of jesus christ, we take him for our Lord and King. All the promises of this life and that that is to come, Are contained within the Covenant.
If the Lord will avenge the quarrell of his Commandement, if God was avenged upon the stickgatherer for breaking the Sabbath, much more will he be avenged upon a Covenant-breaker. If God will avenge the quarrell of a promise, if the quarrell of an Ordinance: if they that reject the Ordinances shall be punished;
If the Lord will avenge the quarrel of his Commandment, if God was avenged upon the stickgatherer for breaking the Sabbath, much more will he be avenged upon a Covenant breaker. If God will avenge the quarrel of a promise, if the quarrel of an Ordinance: if they that reject the Ordinances shall be punished;
Of how much severer punishment shall they be thought worthy, that trample under their feet the blood of the Covenant? If God was avenged of those that abused the Ark of the Covenant, much more will he punish those that abuse the Angell of the Covenant.
Of how much severer punishment shall they be Thought worthy, that trample under their feet the blood of the Covenant? If God was avenged of those that abused the Ark of the Covenant, much more will he Punish those that abuse the Angel of the Covenant.
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The second reason why covenant-breaking is such a Landdestroying sin is, because it is a most solemne and serious thing to enter into covenant with God; a matter of such great weight and importance, that it is impossible but God should be exceedingly provoked with those that slight it and dis-respect it.
The second reason why Covenant-breaking is such a Landdestroying since is, Because it is a most solemn and serious thing to enter into Covenant with God; a matter of such great weight and importance, that it is impossible but God should be exceedingly provoked with those that slight it and disrespect it.
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The Vow in Baptisme is the first, the most generall and the solemnest vow that ever any Christian took, saith Chrysostome; wherein he doth not only promise,
The Voelli in Baptism is the First, the most general and the solemnest Voelli that ever any Christian took, Says Chrysostom; wherein he does not only promise,
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And in such holy and heavenly things which so neerly concerne our everlasting estate, to dally and trifle must needs incense the anger of the great Jehovah.
And in such holy and heavenly things which so nearly concern our everlasting estate, to dally and trifle must needs incense the anger of the great Jehovah.
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Jer. 34. 18. it is said, And I will give the men that have transgressed my covenant, which have not performed the worde of the Covenant which they had made before me,
Jer. 34. 18. it is said, And I will give the men that have transgressed my Covenant, which have not performed the word of the Covenant which they had made before me,
when they cut the Calfe in twain, and passed between the parts thereof. The words they used when they passed between the parts were, So God divide me, if I keep not covenant.
when they Cut the Calf in twain, and passed between the parts thereof. The words they used when they passed between the parts were, So God divide me, if I keep not Covenant.
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This was called Jurare per Jovem lapidem. All these things are not empty notions, and metaphoricall shadowes, but reall and substantiall practises, signifying unto us, That God will, and must (for it stands with his honor to do it) divide and break them in pieces that break covenant with him.
This was called Jurare per Jovem lapidem. All these things Are not empty notions, and metaphorical shadows, but real and substantial practises, signifying unto us, That God will, and must (for it Stands with his honour to do it) divide and break them in Pieces that break Covenant with him.
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This day you are to take a Covenant by the lifting up of your hands unto the most high God, which is a most emphaticall ceremony, whereby we do as it were call God to be a witnesse and a judge of what we do,
This day you Are to take a Covenant by the lifting up of your hands unto the most high God, which is a most emphatical ceremony, whereby we do as it were call God to be a witness and a judge of what we do,
If we keep it, the lifting up of our hands will be as an Evening sacrifice; if we break it, the lifting up of our hands will be as the lifting up of the hands of a Malefactor at the Bar, and procure woe and misery and wringing of hands at the great day of appearing.
If we keep it, the lifting up of our hands will be as an Evening sacrifice; if we break it, the lifting up of our hands will be as the lifting up of the hands of a Malefactor At the Bar, and procure woe and misery and wringing of hands At the great day of appearing.
The third reason why God will be avenged of those that are Covenant-breakers, is, because that a Covenant is the greatest obligation, and the most forcible chain that can be invented to tye us to obedience and service.
The third reason why God will be avenged of those that Are Covenant-breakers, is, Because that a Covenant is the greatest obligation, and the most forcible chain that can be invented to tie us to Obedience and service.
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I will engage you unto me, not only by creation, preservation and redemption, but also by the right of covenant and association. I will make you mine by promise and oath. And surely he that will break these bonds, is as bad as the man possessed with the Devill in the Gospel, whom no chaines could keep fast.
I will engage you unto me, not only by creation, preservation and redemption, but also by the right of Covenant and association. I will make you mine by promise and oath. And surely he that will break these bonds, is as bad as the man possessed with the devil in the Gospel, whom no chains could keep fast.
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When we enter into covenant with God, we take the oath of Supremacy, and swear unto him that he shall be our chief Lord and Governour, and that we will admit of no forein power or jurisdiction,
When we enter into Covenant with God, we take the oath of Supremacy, and swear unto him that he shall be our chief Lord and Governor, and that we will admit of no foreign power or jurisdiction,
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Now for a Christian that believes there is a God, to break both these oathes of allegiance and supremacy, it is cursed treason against the God of heaven, which surely God will be avenged of.
Now for a Christian that believes there is a God, to break both these Oaths of allegiance and supremacy, it is cursed treason against the God of heaven, which surely God will be avenged of.
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He is a professed souldier of Christ, he hath taken presse-money, he hath sworn and taken the Sacrament upon it to become the Lords, he is miles per sacramentū, & miles per conjurationem. And if he forsake his Captaine and break covenant, the great Lord of Hosts will be avenged of him,
He is a professed soldier of christ, he hath taken press-money, he hath sworn and taken the Sacrament upon it to become the lords, he is miles per sacramentū, & miles per conjurationem. And if he forsake his Captain and break Covenant, the great Lord of Hosts will be avenged of him,
for by covenanting with God we do as it were joyne our selves in mariage to God, as the Hebrew word signifieth, Jer. 50. 5. Now to break the mariage knot is a sin for which God may justly give a Bill of divorce to a Nation.
for by covenanting with God we do as it were join our selves in marriage to God, as the Hebrew word signifies, Jer. 50. 5. Now to break the marriage knot is a since for which God may justly give a Bill of divorce to a nation.
To break covenant is a sin of injustice; for by our covenant we do enter as it were into bond to God, and engage our selves as a creditor to his debtor,
To break Covenant is a since of injustice; for by our Covenant we do enter as it were into bound to God, and engage our selves as a creditor to his debtor,
This is Gods surrender. On our parts, when we take hold of the Covenant, we make a delivery of our bodies and soules into the hands of God, we choose him to be our Lord and Governour, we resigne up our selves into his hands.
This is God's surrender. On our parts, when we take hold of the Covenant, we make a delivery of our bodies and Souls into the hands of God, we choose him to be our Lord and Governor, we resign up our selves into his hands.
But now for a Christian to call in as it were his surrender, to disclaime his resignation, to steale away himself from God and to lay claim to himself after his alienation;
But now for a Christian to call in as it were his surrender, to disclaim his resignation, to steal away himself from God and to lay claim to himself After his alienation;
and not what he hath covenanted to do, and so to rob God of what is his, this is the highest degree of Sacriledge, which God will never suffer to go unpunished.
and not what he hath covenanted to do, and so to rob God of what is his, this is the highest degree of Sacrilege, which God will never suffer to go unpunished.
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how much more will God punish those that alienate themselves from the service of that God to whom they have sworn to be obedient? It is observed by a learned Author, of three famous Commanders of the Romans, that they never prospered after they had defiled and robbed the Temple of Jerusalem. First, Pompey the great, he went into the Sanctum Sanctorum, a place never before entred by any but the High Priest, and the Lord blasted him in all his proceedings after that time.
how much more will God Punish those that alienate themselves from the service of that God to whom they have sworn to be obedient? It is observed by a learned Author, of three famous Commanders of the Roman, that they never prospered After they had defiled and robbed the Temple of Jerusalem. First, Pompey the great, he went into the Sanctum Sanctorum, a place never before entered by any but the High Priest, and the Lord blasted him in all his proceedings After that time.
If then God did thus avenge himself of those that polluted his consecrated Temple; much more will he not leave them unpunished that are the living temples of the Holy Ghost, consecrated to God by a covenant, and afterwards prove sacrilegious, robbing God of that worship and service which they have sworn to give him.
If then God did thus avenge himself of those that polluted his consecrated Temple; much more will he not leave them unpunished that Are the living Temples of the Holy Ghost, consecrated to God by a Covenant, and afterwards prove sacrilegious, robbing God of that worship and service which they have sworn to give him.
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The fifth reason why this sin makes the times perilous is, because covenant-breakers are reckoned amongst the number of those that have the mark of reprobation upon them.
The fifth reason why this since makes the times perilous is, Because Covenant-breakers Are reckoned among the number of those that have the mark of reprobation upon them.
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yet I say that the Apostle makes it to be one of those sins which are committed by those that are given up to a reprobate minde, Rom. 1. 28. 31. The words are spoken of the Heathen, and are to be understood of breaking of covenants made between man and man.
yet I say that the Apostle makes it to be one of those Sins which Are committed by those that Are given up to a Reprobate mind, Rom. 1. 28. 31. The words Are spoken of the Heathen, and Are to be understood of breaking of Covenants made between man and man.
But then the Argument will hold à fortiori. If it be the brand of a reprobate to break covenant with man, much more to break a covenant made with the great Jehovah by the lifting up of our hands to Heaven.
But then the Argument will hold à fortiori. If it be the brand of a Reprobate to break Covenant with man, much more to break a Covenant made with the great Jehovah by the lifting up of our hands to Heaven.
Thus Ezek. 16. 4, 5. When thou wast in thy blood and no eye pitied thee to have compassion upon thee, I said unto thee when thou wert in thy blood, Live;
Thus Ezekiel 16. 4, 5. When thou wast in thy blood and no eye pitied thee to have compassion upon thee, I said unto thee when thou Wertenberg in thy blood, Live;
yea, I sware unto thee, and entred into covenant with thee, saith the Lord, and thou becamest mine. And yet for all this thou hast sinned grievously against me.
yea, I sware unto thee, and entered into Covenant with thee, Says the Lord, and thou becamest mine. And yet for all this thou hast sinned grievously against me.
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Woe, woe unto thee, saith the Lord God, Ezek. 16. 23. There is a, five fold mercy in the Covenant, (especially in the covenant of grace) that makes the sinne of covenant-breaking to be so odious.
Woe, woe unto thee, Says the Lord God, Ezekiel 16. 23. There is a, five fold mercy in the Covenant, (especially in the Covenant of grace) that makes the sin of Covenant-breaking to be so odious.
As David saith in another case, Is it a sleight matter to be the son in law of a King ▪ So may I say, Is it a sleight matter for the Lord of Heaven and Earth to condescend so far as to covenant with his poor creatures,
As David Says in Another case, Is it a sleight matter to be the son in law of a King ▪ So may I say, Is it a sleight matter for the Lord of Heaven and Earth to condescend so Far as to Covenant with his poor creatures,
But this must be understood warily, according to that text 2 Cor. 1. 9. Blessed be God who hath called us into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
But this must be understood warily, according to that text 2 Cor. 1. 9. Blessed be God who hath called us into the fellowship of his Son jesus christ our Lord.
Goodnesse may be shewed to those that are not in misery: but mercy supposeth misery. And this was our condition after the breach of the first covenant.
goodness may be showed to those that Are not in misery: but mercy Supposeth misery. And this was our condition After the breach of the First Covenant.
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even the sure mercies of David, Esay 55. 3. It is compared to the waters of Noah, Esay 54. 9. Famous are those two texts, Exod. 19. 5, 6. Ier. 32. 40, 41. Texts that hold forth strong consolation. By virtue of the covenant, Heaven is not only made possible,
even the sure Mercies of David, Isaiah 55. 3. It is compared to the waters of Noah, Isaiah 54. 9. Famous Are those two texts, Exod 19. 5, 6. Jeremiah 32. 40, 41. Texts that hold forth strong consolation. By virtue of the Covenant, Heaven is not only made possible,
but certain to all believers, and certain by way of oath. It is by virtue of the covenant that we call God Father; and may lay claim to all the power, wisdome, goodnesse,
but certain to all believers, and certain by Way of oath. It is by virtue of the Covenant that we call God Father; and may lay claim to all the power, Wisdom, Goodness,
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and mercy, &c. that is in God. As Iehoshaphat told the King of Israel, to whom he was joyned in covenant, I am as thou art, my people as thy people, my horses as thy horses:
and mercy, etc. that is in God. As Jehoshaphat told the King of Israel, to whom he was joined in Covenant, I am as thou art, my people as thy people, my Horses as thy Horses:
and Prophet, &c. And God cannot but be a covenant-keeper. By virtue of this covenant, God cannot but accept of a poor penitent sinner laying hold upon Christ for pardon, 2 Chron. 7. 14. Jer. 3. 14. Promissa haec tuasunt, Domine;
and Prophet, etc. And God cannot but be a Covenant-keeper. By virtue of this Covenant, God cannot but accept of a poor penitent sinner laying hold upon christ for pardon, 2 Chronicles 7. 14. Jer. 3. 14. Promissa haec tuasunt, Domine;
Is. 56. to receive this gift of righteousnesse, Rom. 5. to take all Christ as he is tendred in the Covenant. And that which is the greatest consolation of all, God hath promised in his Covenant to do our part for us.
Is. 56. to receive this gift of righteousness, Rom. 5. to take all christ as he is tendered in the Covenant. And that which is the greatest consolation of all, God hath promised in his Covenant to do our part for us.
Jer. 31. 33, 34. Therefore it is called a Testament rather then a Covenant. (In the new Testament the word NONLATINALPHABET is alwayes used by the Apostle,
Jer. 31. 33, 34. Therefore it is called a Testament rather then a Covenant. (In the new Testament the word is always used by the Apostle,
If it be such a Land-devouring sin to be a Covenant-breaker, let us from hence learn the true cause of all the miseries that have hapned unto England in these late yeers.
If it be such a Land-devouring since to be a Covenant breaker, let us from hence Learn the true cause of all the misery's that have happened unto England in these late Years.
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But alas, are not these blessings amongst us, as the Ark was amongst the Philistines, rather as prisoners, then as priviledges; rather in testimonium & ruinam, quam in salutem, rather for our ruine, then for our happinesse? May it not be said of us,
But alas, Are not these blessings among us, as the Ark was among the philistines, rather as Prisoners, then as privileges; rather in testimonium & ruinam, quam in salutem, rather for our ruin, then for our happiness? May it not be said of us,
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While we were under the Tyranny of the Bishops, oh how sweet was a Fasting-day! how beautifull were the feet of them that brought the Gospell of peace unto you? How dear and precious were Gods people one to another, &c. But now how are our Fasting-dayes sleighted and vilified? how are the people of God divided one from another, railing upon (in stead of loving) one another? And is not the godly Mininistery as much persecuted by the tongues of some that would be accounted godly,
While we were under the Tyranny of the Bishops, o how sweet was a Fasting-day! how beautiful were the feet of them that brought the Gospel of peace unto you? How dear and precious were God's people one to Another, etc. But now how Are our Fasting days sleighted and vilified? how Are the people of God divided one from Another, railing upon (in stead of loving) one Another? And is not the godly Mininistery as much persecuted by the tongues of Some that would be accounted godly,
as heretofore by the Bishops hands? Is not the Holy Bible by some rather wrested then read? wrested I say by ignorant and unstable soules, to their own destruction.
as heretofore by the Bishops hands? Is not the Holy bible by Some rather wrested then read? wrested I say by ignorant and unstable Souls, to their own destruction.
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And as for the seales of the covenant. First, for the Lords Supper; How often have we spilt the bloud of Christ by our unworthy approaches to his Table? and hence it is, that he is now spilling our blood.
And as for the Seals of the Covenant. First, for the lords Supper; How often have we spilled the blood of christ by our unworthy Approaches to his Table? and hence it is, that he is now spilling our blood.
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How hard a matter is it to obtain power to keep the blood of Christ from being profaned by ignorant and scandalous Communicants? and can we think that God will be easily intreated to sheath up his bloody sword,
How hard a matter is it to obtain power to keep the blood of christ from being profaned by ignorant and scandalous Communicants? and can we think that God will be Easily entreated to sheath up his bloody sword,
and to cease shedding our blood? Secondly, for the Sacrament of Baptisme; How cruell are men grown to their little infants, by keeping of them from the seale of entrance into the Kingdome of heaven, and making their children (their own children) to be just in the same condition with the children of Turks and Infidels? I remember at the beginning of these warres, there was a great fear fell upon godly people about their little children,
and to cease shedding our blood? Secondly, for the Sacrament of Baptism; How cruel Are men grown to their little Infants, by keeping of them from the seal of Entrance into the Kingdom of heaven, and making their children (their own children) to be just in the same condition with the children of Turks and Infidels? I Remember At the beginning of these wars, there was a great Fear fell upon godly people about their little children,
And all this is come upon us as a just punishment of our Baptismall covenant-breaking. And as for Jesus Christ who is the Angell of the covenant: are there not some amongst us that un-god Jesus Christ? and is it not fit and equall that God should un-church us,
And all this is come upon us as a just punishment of our Baptismal Covenant-breaking. And as for jesus christ who is the Angel of the Covenant: Are there not Some among us that ungod jesus christ? and is it not fit and equal that God should unchurch us,
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and un-people us? Are there not thousands that have sworne to be Christs servants, and yet are in their lives the Vassals of sin and Satan? And shall not God be avenged of such a nation as this? These things considered, it is no wonder our miseries are so great,
and unpeople us? are there not thousands that have sworn to be Christ Servants, and yet Are in their lives the Vassals of since and Satan? And shall not God be avenged of such a Nation as this? These things considered, it is no wonder our misery's Are so great,
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Dayes of humiliation ought to be dayes of selfe-examination. Let us therefore upon such a day as this is, examine whether we be not amongst the number of those that make the times perilous,
Days of humiliation ought to be days of self-examination. Let us Therefore upon such a day as this is, examine whither we be not among the number of those that make the times perilous,
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who shall dwell with everlasting burnings? who shall dwell with devouring sire, &c. When God comes to a Church-sinner, to a sinner under the Old Testament, much more to a Christian sinner; a sinner under the New Testament: and layeth to his charge his often covenant-breaking, fearfulnesse shall possesse him,
who shall dwell with everlasting burnings? who shall dwell with devouring sire, etc. When God comes to a Church-sinner, to a sinner under the Old Testament, much more to a Christian sinner; a sinner under the New Testament: and Layeth to his charge his often Covenant-breaking, fearfulness shall possess him,
For when a christian sinnes against God, he sins not only against the Commandement, but against the covenant. And in every sin he is a commandement-breaker, and a covenant-breaker. And therefore whereas the Apostle saith, Tribulation and anguish upon every soule that sinneth, but first upon the Jew; &c. I may adde;
For when a christian Sins against God, he Sins not only against the Commandment, but against the Covenant. And in every since he is a commandement-breaker, and a Covenant breaker. And Therefore whereas the Apostle Says, Tribulation and anguish upon every soul that Sinneth, but First upon the Jew; etc. I may add;
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First upon the christian, then upon the Jew, and then upon the Grecian; because the covenant made with the Christian is called a better covenant; and therefore his sins have a higher aggravation in them.
First upon the christian, then upon the Jew, and then upon the Grecian; Because the Covenant made with the Christian is called a better Covenant; and Therefore his Sins have a higher aggravation in them.
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Vt quid invasit pannos meos? Quid apud eum lascivia, incontinentia, &c. quibus ipse renunciaverit? Quid intemperantia, quid gula, quid fastus, quid caetera mea? Haec omnia mea post renunciationem invasit. Meus esse voluit, mea concupivit;
Vt quid invasit pannos meos? Quid apud Eum lascivia, incontinentia, etc. quibus ipse renunciaverit? Quid intemperantia, quid gula, quid Fastus, quid caetera mea? Haec omnia mea post renunciationem invasit. Meus esse voluit, mea concupivit;
take him, torment him with everlasting torments? Cyprian brings in the Devill thus speaking to Christ at the great day of judgement, Ego pro istis quos mecum vides nec alapas accepi,
take him, torment him with everlasting torments? Cyprian brings in the devil thus speaking to christ At the great day of judgement, Ego Pro istis quos mecum vides nec alapas accepi,
nec flagella sustinui, nec crucem pertuli, nec sanguinem fudi, sed nec regnum coeleste illis promitto, nec ad paradisum evoco, & tamen se mihi sua { que } omnia consecrarunt.
nec flagella sustinui, nec crucem pertuli, nec sanguinem fudi, sed nec Kingdom Celeste illis promitto, nec ad paradisum evoco, & tamen se mihi sua { que } omnia consecrarunt.
Indeed if the Devill could make such gainfull covenants with us, and bestow such glorious mercies upon us as are contained within the Covenant, our serving of Satan and sinne might have some excuse.
Indeed if the devil could make such gainful Covenants with us, and bestow such glorious Mercies upon us as Are contained within the Covenant, our serving of Satan and sin might have Some excuse.
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and Gods covenant is a covenant of liberty, grace, and eternall happinesse, it must needs be a sin inexcusable, to be willingly and wilfully such a covenant-breaker.
and God's Covenant is a Covenant of liberty, grace, and Eternal happiness, it must needs be a since inexcusable, to be willingly and wilfully such a Covenant breaker.
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then they sought him, and they returned and enquired early after God, &c. Neverthelesse they did but flatter him with their mouth, &c. for their heart was not right with him,
then they sought him, and they returned and inquired early After God, etc. Nevertheless they did but flatter him with their Mouth, etc. for their heart was not right with him,
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and God was angry with him, and chastised him in his daughter Dinah, Gen. 34. 5. and in his two sons Simeon and Levi. And at last God himself was fain to call to him from Heaven to keep covenant. And after that time God blessed Iacob exceedingly, Gen. 35. 9, 10, 11, 12. We reade of David, Psal. 66. 13, 14, 15. that he professeth of himself, that he would go into Gods house,
and God was angry with him, and chastised him in his daughter Dinah, Gen. 34. 5. and in his two Sons Simeon and Levi. And At last God himself was fain to call to him from Heaven to keep Covenant. And After that time God blessed Iacob exceedingly, Gen. 35. 9, 10, 11, 12. We read of David, Psalm 66. 13, 14, 15. that he Professes of himself, that he would go into God's house,
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1. Are there not many amongst us that scorn it and speak reproachfully of it? That deal with it as the Children of Israel did with Manna, which at first they did so highly value,
1. are there not many among us that scorn it and speak reproachfully of it? That deal with it as the Children of Israel did with Manna, which At First they did so highly valve,
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2. Are there not some that write against it, and that say in effect, That the perjury that is committed about it, is rather in taking of it then in breaking of it,
2. are there not Some that write against it, and that say in Effect, That the perjury that is committed about it, is rather in taking of it then in breaking of it,
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3. Are there not some that put corrupt glosses upon it, and deale falsely in the Covenant? that say, that by virtue of the Covenant all Ministers are bound to renounce their ministery, (even that ministery which God hath blessed and put his seale unto by the conversion of thousands) and either to take it up again by Ordination from the people; or if we finde no warrant in the Word for that way,
3. are there not Some that put corrupt Glosses upon it, and deal falsely in the Covenant? that say, that by virtue of the Covenant all Ministers Are bound to renounce their Ministry, (even that Ministry which God hath blessed and put his seal unto by the conversion of thousands) and either to take it up again by Ordination from the people; or if we find no warrant in the Word for that Way,
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then to turn Seekers, and to wait till God send Apostles to ordain Ministers? And yet these men cannot but know that the Parliament in their Ordinance for Ordination of Ministers, have declared, that this is not the meaning of the Covenant. Others there are that say;
then to turn Seekers, and to wait till God send Apostles to ordain Ministers? And yet these men cannot but know that the Parliament in their Ordinance for Ordination of Ministers, have declared, that this is not the meaning of the Covenant. Others there Are that say;
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That by virtue of the Covanant no man ought to pay tythes to his Minister unlesse he will incurre the sin of perjury. These men may as well say, That by the Covenant no Tenant ought to pay rent to his Landlord, and that no man ought to keep the laws of the Realm.
That by virtue of the Covenant no man ought to pay Tithes to his Minister unless he will incur the since of perjury. These men may as well say, That by the Covenant no Tenant ought to pay rend to his Landlord, and that no man ought to keep the laws of the Realm.
or to save their estates, or to hide their malignancy? That are like unto the Samaritans, of whom it is reported, that when the Jewes were in adversity, they would renounce the Jewish religion and all alliance with them:
or to save their estates, or to hide their malignancy? That Are like unto the Samaritans, of whom it is reported, that when the Jews were in adversity, they would renounce the Jewish Religion and all alliance with them:
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but when the Jewes were in prosperity, then they would pretend kindred, and professe themselves to be of the Iewish Religion. Just so do many Oxford-malignants deal with the Parliament. While we are in prosperity, they are Covenanters, and for the Parliament.
but when the Jews were in Prosperity, then they would pretend kindred, and profess themselves to be of the Jewish Religion. Just so do many Oxford-malignants deal with the Parliament. While we Are in Prosperity, they Are Covenanters, and for the Parliament.
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But if ever God should bring us again into a low condition, they would quickly appear to be Anti-covenanters and Anti-parliamenters. I have heard a story of a Gaoler, that being required either to take the Covenant, or to leave his place;
But if ever God should bring us again into a low condition, they would quickly appear to be Anticovenanters and Anti-parliamenters. I have herd a story of a Gaoler, that being required either to take the Covenant, or to leave his place;
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and he answered, That he could not deny but that the taking of the Covenant was a very bitter pill: but seeing there was no remedy, his advice was, To swallow it down and not to think on it.
and he answered, That he could not deny but that the taking of the Covenant was a very bitter pill: but seeing there was no remedy, his Advice was, To swallow it down and not to think on it.
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But where shall we finde a mourner in England for his own abominations, and for the abominations that are committed in the midst of us? It is easie to finde a Censurer of the sins of the Land,
But where shall we find a mourner in England for his own abominations, and for the abominations that Are committed in the midst of us? It is easy to find a Censurer of the Sins of the Land,
or in what one thing hast thou bin reformed since thou tookest this Covenant? We read, Ezra 10. 3. That they entred into Covenant, to put away their wives & their children by them:
or in what one thing hast thou been reformed since thou tookest this Covenant? We read, Ezra 10. 3. That they entered into Covenant, to put away their wives & their children by them:
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But what bosome sin, what beloved sin, as dear to thee as thy dear wife and children, hast thou left for Gods sake since thou tookest this Oath? I read Nehem. 5. 13. that the people took an Oath to make restitution, which was a costly duty, and yet they performed it, saith the Text. But alas!
But what bosom since, what Beloved since, as dear to thee as thy dear wife and children, hast thou left for God's sake since thou tookest this Oath? I read Nehemiah 5. 13. that the people took an Oath to make restitution, which was a costly duty, and yet they performed it, Says the Text. But alas!
where is the man that hath made restitution of his ill gotten goods since he took this Covenant? I reade, 2 Chron. 15. 16. that King Asa deposed his mother Maachah, her, even her, from being Queen, after he had entred into Covenant:
where is the man that hath made restitution of his ill got goods since he took this Covenant? I read, 2 Chronicles 15. 16. that King Asa deposed his mother Maacah, her, even her, from being Queen, After he had entered into Covenant:
But where is this thorough Reformation, this thorough amendment of life? Indeed here is much talk of a Reformation, but little practice of a Reformation. We say we fight for a Reformation; but I fear lest in a little time we should fight away all our Reformation: or if not fight it away,
But where is this through Reformation, this through amendment of life? Indeed Here is much talk of a Reformation, but little practice of a Reformation. We say we fight for a Reformation; but I Fear lest in a little time we should fight away all our Reformation: or if not fight it away,
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For now all our religion is turned into Vtrum's, into Questions, insomuch as that there are some that call all religion into question, and in a little while will lose all religion in the crowd of questions. Inter disputandum veritas, & religio amittitur.
For now all our Religion is turned into Vtrum's, into Questions, insomuch as that there Are Some that call all Religion into question, and in a little while will loose all Religion in the crowd of questions. Inter disputandum veritas, & Religio amittitur.
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But where is this Family-reformation? Indeed I reade of Jacob, that when he went to perform his vow and covenant, he first reformed his family, Gen. 35. 3. And that Joshua resolved (and performed it) for himself and his family to serve the Lord.
But where is this Family reformation? Indeed I read of Jacob, that when he went to perform his Voelli and Covenant, he First reformed his family, Gen. 35. 3. And that joshua resolved (and performed it) for himself and his family to serve the Lord.
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And so did Josiah, 2 Chron. 34. And oh that I could adde, And so do we! But the wickednesses committed in our families, proclaim the contrary to all the world.
And so did Josiah, 2 Chronicles 34. And o that I could add, And so do we! But the Wickednesses committed in our families, proclaim the contrary to all the world.
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What Noblemans, what Aldermans, what Merchants family is more reformed since the Covenant, then before? We speak and contend much for a Church-reformation; but how can there be a Church-reformation, unlesse there be first a Family-reformation? What though the Church-worship be pure,
What Nobleman's, what Alderman's, what Merchant's family is more reformed since the Covenant, then before? We speak and contend much for a Church reformation; but how can there be a Church reformation, unless there be First a Family reformation? What though the Church-worship be pure,
4. We swear to endeavour to bring the Churches of God in the three Kingdomes, to the nearest conjunction and uniformity in Religion, confession of Faith, form of Church-government, Directory for worship and catechizing, &c. But are there not some that write against an Vniformity in Religion,
4. We swear to endeavour to bring the Churches of God in the three Kingdoms, to the nearest conjunction and uniformity in Religion, Confessi of Faith, from of Church-government, Directory for worship and catechizing, etc. But Are there not Some that write against an Uniformity in Religion,
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and call it an Idoll? Are there not many that walk professedly contrary to this clause of the Covenant? There are three texts of Scripture that people keep the quite contrary way.
and call it an Idol? are there not many that walk professedly contrary to this clause of the Covenant? There Are three texts of Scripture that people keep the quite contrary Way.
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The third text is, John 6. 27. Labour not for the meat that perisheth, but for the meat that endureth for ever ▪ &c. And most people labour not for the meat that endureth for ever,
The third text is, John 6. 27. Labour not for the meat that Perishes, but for the meat that Endureth for ever ▪ etc. And most people labour not for the meat that Endureth for ever,
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5. We swear to endeavour the extirpation of Popery, Prelacy, Superstition, Heresie, Schisme, &c. And yet not withstanding there are some that have taken this Oath, that contend earnestly for a Toleration of all Religions: which (as I conceive) is as contrary to this clause of the Covenant as Heaven is to Hell.
5. We swear to endeavour the extirpation of Popery, Prelacy, Superstition, Heresy, Schism, etc. And yet not withstanding there Are Some that have taken this Oath, that contend earnestly for a Toleration of all Religions: which (as I conceive) is as contrary to this clause of the Covenant as Heaven is to Hell.
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6. We swear against a detestable indifferency and Neutrality in this cause which so much concerneth the glory of God, &c. And yet how many are there amongst us that are like unto Gallio, that care not what becomes of the cause of God, so they may have peace and quiet? That will not be the backwardest of all,
6. We swear against a detestable indifferency and Neutrality in this cause which so much concerns the glory of God, etc. And yet how many Are there among us that Are like unto Gallio, that care not what becomes of the cause of God, so they may have peace and quiet? That will not be the backwardest of all,
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and yet will be sure not to be too forward, for fear lest if the times turn, they should be noted amongst the chief of the faction? That are very indifferent which side prevaile,
and yet will be sure not to be too forward, for Fear lest if the times turn, they should be noted among the chief of the faction? That Are very indifferent which side prevail,
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our Sacrament-Covenants, our Fasting-Covenants, our Sick-bed-covenants. And especially the consideration of our often breaking of our Nationall-covenant which you come this day to renue.
our Sacrament-Covenants, our Fasting-Covenants, our Sick-bed-covenants. And especially the consideration of our often breaking of our National covenant which you come this day to renew.
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A greater sin then a sin against a Commandement, or against an Ordinance. A sin not only of disobedience, but of perjury. A sin of injustice, of spirituall adultery. A sin of Sacriledge. A sin of great unkindnesse. A sin that makes us not only disobedient, but dishonest. For we account him a dishonest man that keeps not his word.
A greater since then a since against a Commandment, or against an Ordinance. A since not only of disobedience, but of perjury. A since of injustice, of spiritual adultery. A since of Sacrilege. A since of great unkindness. A since that makes us not only disobedient, but dishonest. For we account him a dishonest man that keeps not his word.
A sin, that not only brings damnation upon us, but casteth such into horrible disgrace and reproach upon God, that it cannot stand with Gods honour not to be avenged of a Covenant-breaker. Tertullian saith, that when a Christian forsakes his covenant,
A since, that not only brings damnation upon us, but Cast such into horrible disgrace and reproach upon God, that it cannot stand with God's honour not to be avenged of a Covenant breaker. Tertullian Says, that when a Christian forsakes his Covenant,
This makes God complaine, Jer. 2. 4. What Iniquity have your Fathers found in me that they are gone far from me, &c. And in the 11 verse, Hath any Nation changed their Gods, which are yet no Gods? but my people have changed their glory for that which doth not profit.
This makes God complain, Jer. 2. 4. What Iniquity have your Father's found in me that they Are gone Far from me, etc. And in the 11 verse, Hath any nation changed their God's, which Are yet no God's? but my people have changed their glory for that which does not profit.
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A saying worthy to be written in letters of gold. Seeing then that covenant-breaking is so great an abomination, the Lord give us hearts to be humbled for this great abomination this day.
A saying worthy to be written in letters of gold. Seeing then that Covenant-breaking is so great an abomination, the Lord give us hearts to be humbled for this great abomination this day.
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And this will be a notable preparation to fit you to the renuing of your Covenant. For we reade that Nehemiah first called his people to fast, before he drew them into a Covenant.
And this will be a notable preparation to fit you to the renewing of your Covenant. For we read that Nehemiah First called his people to fast, before he drew them into a Covenant.
According to which pattern you are here met to pray, and fast, and humble your soules for your former covenant-breaking; and then to binde your selves anew unto the Lord our God. As wax when it is melted will receive the impression of a seal, which it will not do before:
According to which pattern you Are Here met to pray, and fast, and humble your Souls for your former Covenant-breaking; and then to bind your selves anew unto the Lord our God. As wax when it is melted will receive the impression of a seal, which it will not do before:
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So will your hearts when melted into godly sorrow for your sins, receive the seal of God abidingly upon them, which they will not do when hardned in sin.
So will your hearts when melted into godly sorrow for your Sins, receive the seal of God abidingly upon them, which they will not do when hardened in since.
So every miscariage against the Covenant of grace, or against this Nationall covenant, doth not denominate us in a Gospell-account Covenant-breakers. But then God accounts us according to his Gospel to break covenant,
So every miscarriage against the Covenant of grace, or against this National Covenant, does not denominate us in a Gospel-account Covenant-breakers. But then God accounts us according to his Gospel to break Covenant,
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when we do not only sin, but commit sin against the Covenant, when we do not only sin out of weaknesse, but out of wickednesse; when we do not only faile, but fall into sin:
when we do not only since, but commit since against the Covenant, when we do not only sin out of weakness, but out of wickedness; when we do not only fail, but fallen into since:
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when we forsake & renounce the Covenant, when we deale treacherously in the Covenant, and enter into league and covenant with those sins which we have sworn against.
when we forsake & renounce the Covenant, when we deal treacherously in the Covenant, and enter into league and Covenant with those Sins which we have sworn against.
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It is said, 2 Chron. 34. 31, 32. The King made a covenant before the Lord, &c. And he caused all that were present in Jerusalem and Benjamin to stand to it.
It is said, 2 Chronicles 34. 31, 32. The King made a Covenant before the Lord, etc. And he caused all that were present in Jerusalem and Benjamin to stand to it.
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And ye shall be unto me a kingdome of Priests, and an holy Nation, &c. Psal. 25. 10. All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant, &c. Psal. 15. 4. There are three Covenants I shall perswade you in an especiall manner to stand to.
And you shall be unto me a Kingdom of Priests, and an holy nation, etc. Psalm 25. 10. All the paths of the Lord Are mercy and truth unto such as keep his Covenant, etc. Psalm 15. 4. There Are three Covenants I shall persuade you in an especial manner to stand to.
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A Christian (saith Chrysostome ) should never step out of doors, or lye down in his bed, or go into his closet, but he should remember that word Abrenuncio; that is, He should remember the time when he did renounce the Devill and all his works.
A Christian (Says Chrysostom) should never step out of doors, or lie down in his Bed, or go into his closet, but he should Remember that word Abrenuncio; that is, He should Remember the time when he did renounce the devil and all his works.
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If England keep it, England by keeping covenant shall stand sure, according to that text, Ezek. 7. 14. If England break it, God will break England in pieces.
If England keep it, England by keeping Covenant shall stand sure, according to that text, Ezekiel 7. 14. If England break it, God will break England in Pieces.
If England sleight it, God wil sleight England. If England forsake it, God will forsake England. And this shall be written upon the Tombe of perishing England: Here lieth a Nation that hath broken the 〈1 line〉 That it is the brand of a Reprobate to be a Covenant-breaker, &c. It is the part of a Foole to vow, and not to pay his vowes. And God hath no delight in the sacrifice of fools.
If England sleight it, God will sleight England. If England forsake it, God will forsake England. And this shall be written upon the Tomb of perishing England: Here lies a nation that hath broken the 〈1 line〉 That it is the brand of a Reprobate to be a Covenant breaker, etc. It is the part of a Fool to Voelli, and not to pay his vows. And God hath no delight in the sacrifice of Fools.
It is perjury, injustice, spirituall adultery, sacriledge, &c. And the very lifting up of your hands this day (if you do not set heart and hand on work to keep covenant) will be sufficient witnesse against you at the great day.
It is perjury, injustice, spiritual adultery, sacrilege, etc. And the very lifting up of your hands this day (if you do not Set heart and hand on work to keep Covenant) will be sufficient witness against you At the great day.
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And the very stones of this Church shall be witnesse against you, if you break covenant. The name of this place may be called Mizpah. The Lord will watch over you for good,
And the very stones of this Church shall be witness against you, if you break Covenant. The name of this place may be called Mizpah. The Lord will watch over you for good,
And all the curses contained in the book of the Covenant shall light upon a willing Covenant-breaker. The Lord fasten these meditations and soul-awaking considerations upon your hearts.
And all the curses contained in the book of the Covenant shall Light upon a willing Covenant breaker. The Lord fasten these meditations and soul-awaking considerations upon your hearts.
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There are six things which I shall perswade you unto in pursuance of your Covenant. 1. To be humbled for your own sins, and for the sins of the Kingdome;
There Are six things which I shall persuade you unto in pursuance of your Covenant. 1. To be humbled for your own Sins, and for the Sins of the Kingdom;
& more especially, Because we have not as we ought valued the inestimable benefit of the Gospel, that we have not laboured to receive Christ in our hearts,
& more especially, Because we have not as we ought valued the inestimable benefit of the Gospel, that we have not laboured to receive christ in our hearts,
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Gospel-sins are greater then legall-sins, and will bring Gospel-curses, which are greater then legall-curses. And therefore let us be humbled according to our Covenant for all our Gospel-abominations.
Gospel-sins Are greater then legall-sins, and will bring Gospel curses, which Are greater then legall-curses. And Therefore let us be humbled according to our Covenant for all our Gospel-abominations.
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You must swear vainly no more, be drunk no more, break the Sabbath no more, &c. You must remember what David saith, Psal. 50. 16. But unto the wicked God saith, What 〈1 line〉 instruction, and castest my words behinde thee.
You must swear vainly no more, be drunk no more, break the Sabbath no more, etc. You must Remember what David Says, Psalm 50. 16. But unto the wicked God Says, What 〈1 line〉 instruction, and Chastest my words behind thee.
To sin willingly after we have sworn not to sin, is not only to sin against a Commandement, (as I have said) but to sin against an Oath; which is à double iniquity, and will procure a double damnation. And he that takes a Covenant to reform,
To since willingly After we have sworn not to sin, is not only to sin against a Commandment, (as I have said) but to sin against an Oath; which is à double iniquity, and will procure a double damnation. And he that Takes a Covenant to reform,
and yet continueth unreformed, his Covenant will be unto him as the bitter water of jealousie was to the woman guilty of adultery, which made her belly to swell and thigh to rot, &c. Numb. 5. 22. 3, You must be careful to reform your families according to your covenant, and the example of Joshua, and Jacob, and the godly Kings forementioned.
and yet Continueth unreformed, his Covenant will be unto him as the bitter water of jealousy was to the woman guilty of adultery, which made her belly to swell and thigh to rot, etc. Numb. 5. 22. 3, You must be careful to reform your families according to your Covenant, and the Exampl of joshua, and Jacob, and the godly Kings forementioned.
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4. You must endeavour according to your places and callings to bring the churches of God in the three Kingdoms to the nearest conjunction & uniformity in religion, &c. O blessed Vnity! how comes it to passe that thou art so much sleighted and contemned? Was not unity one of the chief parts of Christs prayer unto his Father when he was here upon earth? John 17. 11. Is not unity amongst Christians one of the strongest arguments to perswade the world to believe in Christ, John 17. 21. Is it not the chiefe desire of the holy Apostles, that we should all speak the same things,
4. You must endeavour according to your places and callings to bring the Churches of God in the three Kingdoms to the nearest conjunction & uniformity in Religion, etc. Oh blessed Unity! how comes it to pass that thou art so much sleighted and contemned? Was not unity one of the chief parts of Christ prayer unto his Father when he was Here upon earth? John 17. 11. Is not unity among Christians one of the Strongest Arguments to persuade the world to believe in christ, John 17. 21. Is it not the chief desire of the holy Apostles, that we should all speak the same things,
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and that there should be no divisions amongst us, but that we be perfectly joyned together in the same mind & in the same judgement? 1 Cor. 1. 10. Phil. 2. 1, 2, 3, &c. Is not unity the happinesse of heaven? Is it not the happinesse of a City to be at unity within it self? Is it not a good & pleasant thing for brethren to dwell together in unity? How comes it then to passe that this part of the Covenant is so much forgotten? The Lord mind you of it this day!
and that there should be no divisions among us, but that we be perfectly joined together in the same mind & in the same judgement? 1 Cor. 1. 10. Philip 2. 1, 2, 3, etc. Is not unity the happiness of heaven? Is it not the happiness of a city to be At unity within it self? Is it not a good & pleasant thing for brothers to dwell together in unity? How comes it then to pass that this part of the Covenant is so much forgotten? The Lord mind you of it this day!
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The Church of God is una as well as sancta. It is but one church as wel as is it a holy church. And Jesus Christ gave some to be Apostles, some Evangelists, some Prophets, some Pastors and Teachers, &c. till we all come to the unity of the faith.
The Church of God is una as well as sancta. It is but one Church as well as is it a holy Church. And jesus christ gave Some to be Apostles, Some Evangelists, Some prophets, Some Pastors and Teachers, etc. till we all come to the unity of the faith.
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Not only to the purity, but to the unity of the faith. The government of Christ is appointed for the keeping of his Church in unity as well as purity. Those things which God hath joyned together, let no man put asunder.
Not only to the purity, but to the unity of the faith. The government of christ is appointed for the keeping of his Church in unity as well as purity. Those things which God hath joined together, let no man put asunder.
and one of them a Presbyterian, another an Independent, another a Brownist, another an Antinomian, another an Anabaptist, another a Familist, another for the Prelatical government, another a Seeker, another a Papist, and the tenth it may be an Atheist, the eleventh a Jew, & the twelfth a Turk? The Lord in his due time heal our divisions,
and one of them a Presbyterian, Another an Independent, Another a Brownist, Another an Antinomian, Another an Anabaptist, Another a Familist, Another for the Prelatical government, Another a Seeker, Another a Papist, and the tenth it may be an Atheist, the eleventh a Jew, & the twelfth a Turk? The Lord in his due time heal our divisions,
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& whatsoever shall be found contrary to sound doctrine and the power of godlinesse, &c. That so this City may be a City of holinesse, unity, and a City of truth, as is prophecied of Jerusalem, Zach. 8. 3. Oh blessed truth, how is it that thou art so lightly esteemed on!
& whatsoever shall be found contrary to found Doctrine and the power of godliness, etc. That so this city may be a city of holiness, unity, and a city of truth, as is prophesied of Jerusalem, Zach 8. 3. O blessed truth, how is it that thou art so lightly esteemed on!
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Is not truth more precious then gold, and more to be prized then Rubies? Are we not to buy the truth and sell it not? Did not Christ come into the world to bear Witnesse to the truth? Did not grace and truth come by Iesus Christ? Is not Christ the way, the truth,
Is not truth more precious then gold, and more to be prized then Rubies? are we not to buy the truth and fell it not? Did not christ come into the world to bear Witness to the truth? Did not grace and truth come by Iesus christ? Is not christ the Way, the truth,
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and equity cannot enter? how is it that truth faileth, and he that departeth from evill maketh himself a prey? Esay 59. 14, 15. How is it that men bend their tongues like bowes for lies, but they are not valiant for the truth upon earth? The Lord make you lovers of truth and peace.
and equity cannot enter? how is it that truth Faileth, and he that departeth from evil makes himself a prey? Isaiah 59. 14, 15. How is it that men bend their tongues like bows for lies, but they Are not valiant for the truth upon earth? The Lord make you lovers of truth and peace.
Study these six texts of Scripture, Judg. 5. 23. Judg. 8. 6, 7. 16. Deut. 23 3, 4. Jer. 48. 10. Mat. 12. 30. Mar. 8. 38. O that these Scriptures were written in your hearts with a pen of iron!
Study these six texts of Scripture, Judges 5. 23. Judges 8. 6, 7. 16. Deuteronomy 23 3, 4. Jer. 48. 10. Mathew 12. 30. Mar. 8. 38. O that these Scriptures were written in your hearts with a pen of iron!
and the Kings army by your means in a great measure is brought very low. But yet as Christ said to the young man, so do I to you: There is one thing wanting:
and the Kings army by your means in a great measure is brought very low. But yet as christ said to the young man, so do I to you: There is one thing wanting:
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It was the great sin of the people of Israel, that they were unmindfull of the Covenant, Neh. 9. 17. They first forgat the Covenant, and afterwards did quickly forsake it. He that forgets the Covenant, must needs be a Covenant-breaker. Let us therefore remember it,
It was the great since of the people of Israel, that they were unmindful of the Covenant, Neh 9. 17. They First forgot the Covenant, and afterwards did quickly forsake it. He that forgets the Covenant, must needs be a Covenant breaker. Let us Therefore Remember it,
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and carry it about us as quotidianum argumentum, and quotidianum munimentum. First, let us make the Covenant a daily argument against all sin & iniquity,
and carry it about us as quotidian argumentum, and quotidian Munimentum. First, let us make the Covenant a daily argument against all since & iniquity,
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and if I commit this sin, I am not onely a Commandement-breaker, but an Oath-breaker; I am perjur'd. I have sworn to reform my family, and therefore I will not suffer a wicked person to tarry in my family.
and if I commit this since, I am not only a Commandement-breaker, but an Oath-breaker; I am perjured. I have sworn to reform my family, and Therefore I will not suffer a wicked person to tarry in my family.
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I have sworn against neutrality, and indifferency, and therefore I will be zealous in Gods cause, &c. Secondly, let us make this Covenant a daily muniment, and armour of defence, to beat back all the fiery darts of the Devill.
I have sworn against neutrality, and indifferency, and Therefore I will be zealous in God's cause, etc. Secondly, let us make this Covenant a daily muniment, and armour of defence, to beatrice back all the fiery darts of the devil.
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This is as a wall of brasse to resist any dart that shall be shot against thee for well-doing according to thy Covenant. Famous 〈1 line〉 he required aid of him against the Romanes.
This is as a wall of brass to resist any dart that shall be shot against thee for welldoing according to thy Covenant. Famous 〈1 line〉 he required aid of him against the Romans.
To keep this Oath I have left my Country, and am come to seek aid at your hands, which if you deny, I will travell over all the world to finde out some enemies to the Romane State. Odi, odioque sum Romanis.
To keep this Oath I have left my Country, and am come to seek aid At your hands, which if you deny, I will travel over all the world to find out Some enemies to the Roman State. Odin, odioque sum Romans.
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And make your Oath an argument to oppose personall sins, and family sins, and to oppose Heresie, Schisme, and all profanenesse, and to endeavour to bring the Churches of God in the three Kingdomes to the neerest conjunction,
And make your Oath an argument to oppose personal Sins, and family Sins, and to oppose Heresy, Schism, and all profaneness, and to endeavour to bring the Churches of God in the three Kingdoms to the nearest conjunction,
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And know this one thing, that if the Covenant be not a daily argument and muniment against sin, it will become upon your breaking of it, quotidianum testimonium, & aeternum opprobrium.
And know this one thing, that if the Covenant be not a daily argument and muniment against since, it will become upon your breaking of it, quotidian testimonium, & aeternum opprobrium.
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If thy judgement be beleapred with a corrupt opinion about the Covenant, thy affections and actions will quickly be beleapred also. And therefore you ought to endeavour according to your places, that nothing be spoken,
If thy judgement be beleapred with a corrupt opinion about the Covenant, thy affections and actions will quickly be beleapred also. And Therefore you ought to endeavour according to your places, that nothing be spoken,
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3. You must not take it in your owne strengths, but in Gods strength. As it is taken in Gods presence, so it must be taken with Gods assistance, with selfe-abasing, selfe-denying, selfe-humbling hearts;
3. You must not take it in your own strengths, but in God's strength. As it is taken in God's presence, so it must be taken with God's assistance, with selfe-abasing, self-denying, selfe-humbling hearts;
you must take it joyfully and tremblingly; rejoycing in God and in his strength, and yet trembling for fear of your own unworthinesse and unstedfastnesse in the Covenant.
you must take it joyfully and tremblingly; rejoicing in God and in his strength, and yet trembling for Fear of your own unworthiness and unsteadfastness in the Covenant.
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Because-men are lovers of themselves, therefore they are covetous, &c. and therefore they are Covenant-breakers. A selfe-seeker cannot be a Covenant-keeper; this is a sinne that you must hate as the very gates of hell.
Because-men Are lovers of themselves, Therefore they Are covetous, etc. and Therefore they Are Covenant-breakers. A self-seeker cannot be a Covenant-keeper; this is a sin that you must hate as the very gates of hell.
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There is a naturall selfe-love, and a divine selfe-love, and a sinfull selfe-love. This sinfull self-love is when we make our selves the last end of all our actions,
There is a natural Self-love, and a divine Self-love, and a sinful Self-love. This sinful Self-love is when we make our selves the last end of all our actions,
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when we so love our selves, as to love no man but our selves, according to the Proverb, Every man for himself, &c. When we pretend God and his glory, and the common good: but intend our selves, and our own private gain and interest; when we serve God upon politique designes; Of this sinfull self-love the Apostle speaks, Phil. 2. 21. For all seek their own,
when we so love our selves, as to love no man but our selves, according to the Proverb, Every man for himself, etc. When we pretend God and his glory, and the Common good: but intend our selves, and our own private gain and Interest; when we serve God upon politic designs; Of this sinful Self-love the Apostle speaks, Philip 2. 21. For all seek their own,
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And if we had a window to look into the hearts of most people, we should finde their hearts made up all of this Idolatrous selfe-love. Men deal with God as it is reported of Cnidius a great Architectist, who building a sumptuous Watch-Tower for the King of Egypt (a Tower to discover the rocks to Mariners) such was his craft, that he caused his own name to be engraven'd upon a stone in the wall, in great letters, and over that stone he caused it to be plaistered with lime and mortar,
And if we had a window to look into the hearts of most people, we should find their hearts made up all of this Idolatrous Self-love. Men deal with God as it is reported of Cnidius a great Architectist, who building a sumptuous Watch-Tower for the King of Egypt (a Tower to discover the Rocks to Mariners) such was his craft, that he caused his own name to be engravened upon a stone in the wall, in great letters, and over that stone he caused it to be plastered with lime and mortar,
If we looke without doors, we shall see nothing written but pro bono publico, &c. All their discourse is for the better promoting of Godlilinesse: but if we could look within, we should see written, Pro bono privato, &c. All their designes are for to promote themselves.
If we look without doors, we shall see nothing written but Pro Bono Publico, etc. All their discourse is for the better promoting of Godlilinesse: but if we could look within, we should see written, Pro Bono privato, etc. All their designs Are for to promote themselves.
and that our Covenant is so much neglected. Of this sin I cannot now speak: but when God shall offer opportunity, I shall endeavour to uncase it before you.
and that our Covenant is so much neglected. Of this since I cannot now speak: but when God shall offer opportunity, I shall endeavour to uncase it before you.
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