Ministers dues and peoples duty; or A bill of accounts between ministers and people: shewing vvhat people owe unto their ministers; which may also serve to mind ministers, what they are to expect from their people. By Sam. Clark M.A. sometimes fellow of Pembroke-Hall in Cambridg, and now minister of Grendon Under-wood in Buckinghamshire.
— we ] The Ministers and Messengers of Christ, authorized by him to bind and loose, i. e. (according to the common use of that phrase among Jewish writers) to teach you what is lawfull, what unlawfull;
— we ] The Ministers and Messengers of christ, authorized by him to bind and lose, i. e. (according to the Common use of that phrase among Jewish writers) to teach you what is lawful, what unlawful;
— to know ] Which is not meant of a bare personall, but of a practicall knowledge, (for, verba sensus, &c.) i. e. so to carry your selves as befits the relation you stand in.
— to know ] Which is not meant of a bore personal, but of a practical knowledge, (for, verba sensus, etc.) i. e. so to carry your selves as befits the Relation you stand in.
for Solomon saith, Much study, or, reading (NONLATINALPHABET which Luther renders predigon, preaching,) is a weariness to the flesh, ay and to the spirits too, spending them more then any bodily exercise whatsoever;
for Solomon Says, Much study, or, reading (which Luther renders predigon, preaching,) is a weariness to the Flesh, ay and to the spirits too, spending them more then any bodily exercise whatsoever;
The words thus opened and anatomized, shew you something that concerns the Ministry, and something that concerns the People or Populary; That which concerns Ministers is, A description of them, both by their dignity, that they are over their people in the Lord;
The words thus opened and anatomized, show you something that concerns the Ministry, and something that concerns the People or Populary; That which concerns Ministers is, A description of them, both by their dignity, that they Are over their people in the Lord;
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That which concerns the People, is their Duty towards their Ministers, viz. to know them; and this earnestly pressed upon them, by a most friendly and patheticall supplication, We beseech you, Brethren;
That which concerns the People, is their Duty towards their Ministers, viz. to know them; and this earnestly pressed upon them, by a most friendly and pathetical supplication, We beseech you, Brothers;
But you will find the full proof of the Point in those severall particular duties which people owe to their Ministers, which are as follow. High Estimation;
But you will find the full proof of the Point in those several particular duties which people owe to their Ministers, which Are as follow. High Estimation;
but you must esteem them Highly, or abundantly: nor is that yet enough, but you must do it over and above abundantly, or beyond measure, as a phrase very neer of kin to it is rendred, Mar. 6.21. The like expression is not used concerning any other sort of men what ever.
but you must esteem them Highly, or abundantly: nor is that yet enough, but you must do it over and above abundantly, or beyond measure, as a phrase very near of kin to it is rendered, Mar. 6.21. The like expression is not used Concerning any other sort of men what ever.
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as appears by Peters words, ver. 26. And the people of Antioch, Chrysostom, when they cried out upon his silencing, satius est ut Sol non luceat, quam Chrysostomus non doceat:
as appears by Peter's words, ver. 26. And the people of Antioch, Chrysostom, when they cried out upon his silencing, Satius est ut Sol non luceat, quam Chrysostom non doceat:
Yea thus did Joash, an Idolater, value and respect the Prophet Elisha, when he cried out, upon Elisha 's being sick, O my father, my father, the charet of Is•ael and the horsemen thereof.
Yea thus did Joash, an Idolater, valve and respect the Prophet Elisha, when he cried out, upon Elisha is being sick, Oh my father, my father, the chariot of Is•ael and the horsemen thereof.
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Nay the very Heathens (who therefore will rise up in judgment against many Christians) set such a high price upon their diabolicall Votaries, that one of the Romane Consuls riding in his chariot,
Nay the very heathens (who Therefore will rise up in judgement against many Christians) Set such a high price upon their diabolical Votaries, that one of the Roman Consuls riding in his chariot,
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as Diotrephes did, 3d Ep. Joh. v. 10. NONLATINALPHABET, prating with evill words. You must not talke to them saucily, malepertly, impudently, insolently, sharply, roughly, slightingly, or any way unhandsomely:
as Diotrephes did, 3d Epistle John v. 10., prating with evil words. You must not talk to them saucily, malepertly, impudently, insolently, sharply, roughly, slightingly, or any Way unhandsomely:
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qualis erit & Angelis, sicubi spectantur, tribuendus, saith the Author of the Anonymous Annot. printed Cantabr. 1653. Even King Saul also stooped with his face to the ground,
qualis erit & Angels, sicubi spectantur, tribuendus, Says the Author of the Anonymum Annot printed Cambridge. 1653. Even King Saul also stooped with his face to the ground,
They then being Embassadors of God, who is King of Kings and Lord of Lords, sent in his own stead, their Calling must needs be honourable in a spirituall way, as I said before.
They then being ambassadors of God, who is King of Kings and Lord of lords, sent in his own stead, their Calling must needs be honourable in a spiritual Way, as I said before.
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as you have seen, Render to them their due — honour to whom honour belongs, Rom. 13.7. 2. A second due is, Singular Love and Affection, Esteem them very highly in love.
as you have seen, Render to them their due — honour to whom honour belongs, Rom. 13.7. 2. A second endue is, Singular Love and Affection, Esteem them very highly in love.
And good Obadiah came not behind any of them in love, when, not without adventure of his life, he hid the Lords Prophets in caves, from the rage of Jezabel. Alexander the Great was wont to say, that he was more beholding to his Master Aristotle, then to his Father Philip, for that he had his being only from the one,
And good Obadiah Come not behind any of them in love, when, not without adventure of his life, he hid the lords prophets in caves, from the rage of Jezebel. Alexander the Great was wont to say, that he was more beholding to his Master Aristotle, then to his Father Philip, for that he had his being only from the one,
And surely if we owe love to our naturall parents, as authors of our temporall life; how much more is due to our spirituall parents, who have begotten us by the immortall seed of the word,
And surely if we owe love to our natural Parents, as Authors of our temporal life; how much more is due to our spiritual Parents, who have begotten us by the immortal seed of the word,
Witness that strange wish of Paul, I could wish that my self were accursed (or separate) from Christ, for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh.
Witness that strange wish of Paul, I could wish that my self were accursed (or separate) from christ, for my brothers, my kinsmen according to the Flesh.
Where some lay the emphasis upon the word [ could, ] q.d. if it were possible to be done, and lawfull to be desired, I could find in my heart to do it. Others thus:
Where Some lay the emphasis upon the word [ could, ] Q.d if it were possible to be done, and lawful to be desired, I could find in my heart to do it. Others thus:
not of an elect person to be made a reprobate, but, remaining a chosen vessel, to be deprived of the glory of the elect, that his brethren might be saved;
not of an elect person to be made a Reprobate, but, remaining a chosen vessel, to be deprived of the glory of the elect, that his brothers might be saved;
either by pains in preaching, or by persecution) for the Thessalonians here. See also 2 Cor. 2.4. and 12.15. 1 Thes. 3. per totum. Phil. 1.7, 8. and 2.20.
either by pains in preaching, or by persecution) for the Thessalonians Here. See also 2 Cor. 2.4. and 12.15. 1 Thebes 3. per totum. Philip 1.7, 8. and 2.20.
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but principally, for their works fake; because they teach you to know God, they are the instruments of your conversion and regeneration; open Heaven gates unto you;
but principally, for their works fake; Because they teach you to know God, they Are the Instruments of your conversion and regeneration; open Heaven gates unto you;
3. Diligent Attendance upon them for Instruction, whereby first people must seek unto their Ministers privately for satisfaction and resolution in any thing they are ignorant of, or scrupulous about:
3. Diligent Attendance upon them for Instruction, whereby First people must seek unto their Ministers privately for satisfaction and resolution in any thing they Are ignorant of, or scrupulous about:
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lest they have cause to complain with Jerom, Having no other guid whom I might follow, I had the worst Master that could be, viz. my self. But they must be NONLATINALPHABET, taught of God, inwardly by his Spirit, outwardly by his Ministers.
lest they have cause to complain with Jerome, Having no other guide whom I might follow, I had the worst Master that could be, viz. my self. But they must be, taught of God, inwardly by his Spirit, outwardly by his Ministers.
to ask him privately about it. Mark 4.10. And when he was alone, they that were about him with the twelve, asked of him this Parable; i. e. the meaning of it. So again Mark 7.17. and 10.10.
to ask him privately about it. Mark 4.10. And when he was alone, they that were about him with the twelve, asked of him this Parable; i. e. the meaning of it. So again Mark 7.17. and 10.10.
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Yet they should not enquire so much concerning doubtfull disputations (as the Apostle calls them) and notionall points (as the woman of Samaria questioned Christ about the great controversie then in fashion, between the Jews and Samaritans, concerning the place of worship (though there may be time and place for these also) as about practicall cases of conscience, that thereby they may learn rather how to do better, then to know more: which was the first and principall care of the Jailor,
Yet they should not inquire so much Concerning doubtful disputations (as the Apostle calls them) and notional points (as the woman of Samaria questioned christ about the great controversy then in fashion, between the jews and Samaritans, Concerning the place of worship (though there may be time and place for these also) as about practical cases of conscience, that thereby they may Learn rather how to do better, then to know more: which was the First and principal care of the Jailor,
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How may I walk more holily, enjoy more communion with God, get power over such a corruption? and the like? 2. They must watch all opportunities of publike Instruction;
How may I walk more holily, enjoy more communion with God, get power over such a corruption? and the like? 2. They must watch all opportunities of public Instruction;
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if opportunity be offered, to hear the word. They must lye daily at wisdoms gates, Prov. 8.34. and at the pool of Bethesda. Thus the people of God are described, Calling upon, and quickning one another hereto. Esay 2.3. Many people shall say, Come and let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob. And sitting in his presence. Ezek. 33.31. — they sit before me as my people.
if opportunity be offered, to hear the word. They must lie daily At wisdoms gates, Curae 8.34. and At the pool of Bethesda. Thus the people of God Are described, Calling upon, and quickening one Another hereto. Isaiah 2.3. Many people shall say, Come and let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob. And sitting in his presence. Ezekiel 33.31. — they fit before me as my people.
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3. They must hearken diligently, and heed, and give attention to what is delivered. Prov. 4.1. Attend to know understanding. Fix thy quick-silver mind, and set thy self to hear, as Jehoshaphat did to pray.
3. They must harken diligently, and heed, and give attention to what is Delivered. Curae 4.1. Attend to know understanding. Fix thy quicksilver mind, and Set thy self to hear, as Jehoshaphat did to pray.
And here it may not impertinently be enquired, Whether it be lawfull for people to make a common practise of going from their Minister that God hath set over them, to hear another?
And Here it may not impertinently be inquired, Whither it be lawful for people to make a Common practice of going from their Minister that God hath Set over them, to hear Another?
I answer briefly, It's not without good ground generally resolved by Divines, that if the Minister of a place be such an one as is approved by the Church of God for his ability, faithfulness,
I answer briefly, It's not without good ground generally resolved by Divines, that if the Minister of a place be such an one as is approved by the Church of God for his ability, faithfulness,
and diligence in his place, so that there is no just exception to be made against him, it is not lawfull for any of his flock to go ordinarily from him to hear another;
and diligence in his place, so that there is no just exception to be made against him, it is not lawful for any of his flock to go ordinarily from him to hear Another;
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because he is in a more especiall manner appointed by God to watch over them; and, it's to be supposed, that he is better acquainted with their temper and condition,
Because he is in a more especial manner appointed by God to watch over them; and, it's to be supposed, that he is better acquainted with their temper and condition,
For I must needs say, I cannot but think that generally (I will not say, alwayes ) the defect is rather in your selves that you do not profit, than in your Minister. My reason is plainly this.
For I must needs say, I cannot but think that generally (I will not say, always) the defect is rather in your selves that you do not profit, than in your Minister. My reason is plainly this.
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and not upon any mans parts, gifts, and abilities: Insomuch that our Saviour Christ himself, though, He spake as never man spake, Joh. 7.46. most graciously, to admiration, Luk. 4.22. most powerfully and demonstratively, to conviction, Luk. 14.6. Mat. 22.46.
and not upon any men parts, Gifts, and abilities: Insomuch that our Saviour christ himself, though, He spoke as never man spoke, John 7.46. most graciously, to admiration, Luk. 4.22. most powerfully and demonstratively, to conviction, Luk. 14.6. Mathew 22.46.
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yet had not such success in his Ministry as many of his Apostles, because the Spirit was not yet given in that plentifull manner, as afterwards, Joh. 7.39.
yet had not such success in his Ministry as many of his Apostles, Because the Spirit was not yet given in that plentiful manner, as afterwards, John 7.39.
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'Tis true, God being wont to concur with meanes according to their naturall capacity and efficacy, where he hath bestowed greater gifts, it may reasonably be supposed, that, caeteris paribus, he doth concur with a greater degree of efficacy and assistance;
It's true, God being wont to concur with means according to their natural capacity and efficacy, where he hath bestowed greater Gifts, it may reasonably be supposed, that, caeteris paribus, he does concur with a greater degree of efficacy and assistance;
whence wee finde the gaine answerable to the talents, Mat. 25.15, 17. and therefore people under such an eminent Ministery, may be more edified, yet it warrants not others to forsake their own Minister upon this account, for the Reasons forementioned.
whence we find the gain answerable to the Talents, Mathew 25.15, 17. and Therefore people under such an eminent Ministry, may be more edified, yet it warrants not Others to forsake their own Minister upon this account, for the Reasons forementioned.
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Suppose that any should not yet be satisfied, but, after much experience & dealing impartially with themselvs, they do find that they can profit far more by another than by their own Minister,
Suppose that any should not yet be satisfied, but, After much experience & dealing impartially with themselves, they do find that they can profit Far more by Another than by their own Minister,
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Because by Gods Ordinance they owe duty to him as their Superior in all things that concern their souls (as shall be shewed presently) And likewise, they are bound to seek his comfort,
Because by God's Ordinance they owe duty to him as their Superior in all things that concern their Souls (as shall be showed presently) And likewise, they Are bound to seek his Comfort,
Priest, or Prophet. (Where, by the way, Observe, That 'tis the property of one that truly fears God to obey his Minister,) 2 Cor. 2.9. For this end did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye would be obedient in all things, a large word. And 7.15.
Priest, or Prophet. (Where, by the Way, Observe, That it's the property of one that truly fears God to obey his Minister,) 2 Cor. 2.9. For this end did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whither you would be obedient in all things, a large word. And 7.15.
And this was mystically represented in Ezechiels Vision, where the wheels were guided by the four living creatures, i. e. b people, by their Pastors and Ministers.
And this was mystically represented in Ezechiels Vision, where the wheels were guided by the four living creatures, i. e. b people, by their Pastors and Ministers.
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and the rather because some who yet pretend great respect and friendship to the Ministery, do so clip and restrain it, that they make it little more then a meer cipher,
and the rather Because Some who yet pretend great respect and friendship to the Ministry, do so clip and restrain it, that they make it little more then a mere cipher,
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and leave scarce any thing, but the name thereof. In Generall, It must be In all things, 2 Cor. 2.9. whereby 'tis parallel'd with, and made as large, as the obedience of children to parents, Col. 3.20. Servants to Masters, ver. 22. and wives to their husbands, Eph. 5.24.
and leave scarce any thing, but the name thereof. In General, It must be In all things, 2 Cor. 2.9. whereby it's paralleled with, and made as large, as the Obedience of children to Parents, Col. 3.20. Servants to Masters, ver. 22. and wives to their Husbands, Ephesians 5.24.
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diligence in frequenting the publick Assemblies: avoiding drunkenness, swearing, lying, &c. Matth. 23.3. All therefore whatsoever they bid you observe (viz. not of their own heads, or according to the Traditions of the Elders;
diligence in frequenting the public Assemblies: avoiding Drunkenness, swearing, lying, etc. Matthew 23.3. All Therefore whatsoever they bid you observe (viz. not of their own Heads, or according to the Traditions of the Elders;
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Therefore also the Lord saith, Ezek. 33.33. that when that should come to pass, (viz. which he hath threatned, vers. 27, 29.) that they should then know, that a Prophet had been among them, i. e.
Therefore also the Lord Says, Ezekiel 33.33. that when that should come to pass, (viz. which he hath threatened, vers. 27, 29.) that they should then know, that a Prophet had been among them, i. e.
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and yet not particularly determined by God now under the Gospel, and so being left to the prudence of Church-guides to determine of, according to the generall Rules, of Order, Decency, Edification, &c. people ought to yield conformity to such determinations;
and yet not particularly determined by God now under the Gospel, and so being left to the prudence of Church-guides to determine of, according to the general Rules, of Order, Decency, Edification, etc. people ought to yield conformity to such determinations;
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for if a difference should arise concerning any of these circumstances, between Pastor and people, whether think you fittest should submit, Pastor to flock; Ruler to ruled; or on the contrary?
for if a difference should arise Concerning any of these Circumstances, between Pastor and people, whither think you Fittest should submit, Pastor to flock; Ruler to ruled; or on the contrary?
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Whose faith follow. For where common people have not time, or leasure, or ability to study all points of Divinity themselves, whom is it more fit they should hearken to,
Whose faith follow. For where Common people have not time, or leisure, or ability to study all points of Divinity themselves, whom is it more fit they should harken to,
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as a wife should by her husband, and children by their Parents? It being to be supposed ordinarily (for I speak not of extraordinary cases, which may sometimes happen in some places,
as a wife should by her husband, and children by their Parents? It being to be supposed ordinarily (for I speak not of extraordinary cases, which may sometime happen in Some places,
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of building to Carpenters, &c. And if I were to be resolved in a point of Husbandry, which I understand not my self, I would come to some of you that have been versed,
of building to Carpenters, etc. And if I were to be resolved in a point of Husbandry, which I understand not my self, I would come to Some of you that have been versed,
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therefore I shall briefly assert the authority of Ministers over their people: And that both Generally, from those names and titles given unto them, which clearly hold forth as much.
Therefore I shall briefly assert the Authority of Ministers over their people: And that both Generally, from those names and titles given unto them, which clearly hold forth as much.
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And that as a Governour rules his family, 1 Tim. 3.5 . and a Parent his children, ver. 12 . and have not they power to command? Called also NONLATINALPHABET, Heb. 13.7, 13, 24. Shepheards, Mat. 9.36. that lead, guide, and govern their flocks. Stewards, 1 Cor. 4.1. Fathers, Philemon 10. All which imply superiority, rule, and authority:
And that as a Governor rules his family, 1 Tim. 3.5. and a Parent his children, ver. 12. and have not they power to command? Called also, Hebrew 13.7, 13, 24. Shepherds, Mathew 9.36. that led, guide, and govern their flocks. Stewards, 1 Cor. 4.1. Father's, Philemon 10. All which imply superiority, Rule, and Authority:
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2. Concerning the Circumstantialls of publike worship not determined in Scripture, that place, 1 Cor. 14.40. empowers them to judge and determine, Let all things be done decently and in order All things, i. e. that he had been speaking of before.
2. Concerning the Circumstantials of public worship not determined in Scripture, that place, 1 Cor. 14.40. empowers them to judge and determine, Let all things be done decently and in order All things, i. e. that he had been speaking of before.
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and others of like nature, being only necessary Circumstances not determined by God (not mysticall Ceremonies) must be ordered by them, in a grave, sober, and comely manner.
and Others of like nature, being only necessary circumstances not determined by God (not mystical Ceremonies) must be ordered by them, in a grave, Sobrium, and comely manner.
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3. For controversall points of faith, or practise; (which we call Cases of Conscience) which people understand not so well themselves, their Ministers have likewise power to determine;
3. For controversal points of faith, or practise; (which we call Cases of Conscience) which people understand not so well themselves, their Ministers have likewise power to determine;
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5. Patient submission, in case of Censure, by Admonition, Suspension, or Excommunication; submit your selves, saith the Apostle, Heb. 13.17. which properly refers to some punishment.
5. Patient submission, in case of Censure, by Admonition, Suspension, or Excommunication; submit your selves, Says the Apostle, Hebrew 13.17. which properly refers to Some punishment.
but to be sensible of your demerit, to acknowledg the justice of the sentence, and to endeavour by a speedy repentance and reformation to get it revok't,
but to be sensible of your demerit, to acknowledge the Justice of the sentence, and to endeavour by a speedy Repentance and Reformation to get it revoked,
And this submission is due to them, upon the account of that power they have received from Christ, to call their people to account for their miscarriages,
And this submission is due to them, upon the account of that power they have received from christ, to call their people to account for their miscarriages,
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Mat. 18.16, 17. by censuring, judging, or passing sentence upon offenders. 1 Cor. 5.12. Do not ye judg them that are within? and that finally and decisively, so as that there lies no appeal from that censure. Mat. 18.17. If he neglect to hear the Church, (there's no further process;
Mathew 18.16, 17. by censuring, judging, or passing sentence upon offenders. 1 Cor. 5.12. Do not you judge them that Are within? and that finally and decisively, so as that there lies no appeal from that censure. Mathew 18.17. If he neglect to hear the Church, (there's no further process;
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Here's the non plus ultra of these cases, let him be to you, &c. Even as under the Law, the Priests were judicially, decisively, to determine concerning Lepers,
Here's the non plus ultra of these cases, let him be to you, etc. Even as under the Law, the Priests were judicially, decisively, to determine Concerning Lepers,
and to admit to communion with the Church again; called by Christ loosing, or unbinding. Mat. 18.18. a metaphor shewing the efficacy and strength of Church-censures:
and to admit to communion with the Church again; called by christ losing, or unbinding. Mathew 18.18. a metaphor showing the efficacy and strength of Church censures:
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so that Minister neglects his duty, that suffers his people to live in such sins, and doth not only not reprove and admonish, but also not call them to account,
so that Minister neglects his duty, that suffers his people to live in such Sins, and does not only not reprove and admonish, but also not call them to account,
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but only annex a penalty to the Law, that if any transgress, they shall be punished in such a manner. So for things enjoyn'd; the penalty is the compulsion. Now this power have Ministers;
but only annex a penalty to the Law, that if any transgress, they shall be punished in such a manner. So for things enjoined; the penalty is the compulsion. Now this power have Ministers;
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power to punish and revenge all disobebience, 2 Cor. 10.6. and that in a higher way, and with greater punishment, then any Magistrate on earth can inflict.
power to Punish and revenge all disobebience, 2 Cor. 10.6. and that in a higher Way, and with greater punishment, then any Magistrate on earth can inflict.
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so that by how much the soul is more valuable then the body, or estate, by so much is the punishment infligible by the Minister, more terrible and dreadfull,
so that by how much the soul is more valuable then the body, or estate, by so much is the punishment infligible by the Minister, more terrible and dreadful,
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Although 'tis true, because men do so much obbrutescere, and become like the beasts that perish, and are led so much by sense, thence it comes to pass, that they are more affected with corporall,
Although it's true, Because men do so much obbrutescere, and become like the beasts that perish, and Are led so much by sense, thence it comes to pass, that they Are more affected with corporal,
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Yet in it self the spirituall punishment is incomparably the greater, and consequently, there is incomparably a stronger obligation lies upon persons, to obey the commands of God and his Officers, i. e. Ministers,
Yet in it self the spiritual punishment is incomparably the greater, and consequently, there is incomparably a Stronger obligation lies upon Persons, to obey the commands of God and his Officers, i. e. Ministers,
Now it reaches to the soul, inasmuch as while persons lye under Ecclesiasticall Censures duly inflicted, they are in a state of damnation (as far as man can judg of them,) because their sins are unpardon'd. (Joh. 28.23. whose soever sins ye retain, they are retained:) and without pardon no blessedness. Psal. 32.1. The Kingdom of Heaven is shut against them ;
Now it reaches to the soul, inasmuch as while Persons lie under Ecclesiastical Censures duly inflicted, they Are in a state of damnation (as Far as man can judge of them,) Because their Sins Are unpardoned. (John 28.23. whose soever Sins you retain, they Are retained:) and without pardon no blessedness. Psalm 32.1. The Kingdom of Heaven is shut against them;
Only here's that, that something qualifies the matter, That punishments inflicted by the Civil Magistrate, are sometimes purely (at least perfectly) vindictive;
Only here's that, that something Qualifies the matter, That punishments inflicted by the Civil Magistrate, Are sometime purely (At least perfectly) vindictive;
but now the punishment inflicted by the Church, is purely and perfectly (in its own nature) medicinall, aiming at the reformation and amendment of the party punished:
but now the punishment inflicted by the Church, is purely and perfectly (in its own nature) medicinal, aiming At the Reformation and amendment of the party punished:
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that his soul may be saved in the day of the Lord, 1 Cor. 5.5. for his edification, not destruction, 2 Cor. 10.8. that he may learn not to blaspheme, ) or transgress in any other particular.) 1 Tim. 1.20.
that his soul may be saved in the day of the Lord, 1 Cor. 5.5. for his edification, not destruction, 2 Cor. 10.8. that he may Learn not to Blaspheme,) or transgress in any other particular.) 1 Tim. 1.20.
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For can you imagin that a Minister hath no more power over his people, than a Physician over his patient? who cannot inflict the least shadow of punishment upon them,
For can you imagine that a Minister hath no more power over his people, than a physician over his patient? who cannot inflict the least shadow of punishment upon them,
) which the Apostle Paul almost totidem verbis attributes to Ministers in the place aforementioned. 2 Cor. 10.6. Having in readiness to revenge all disobedience.
) which the Apostle Paul almost totidem verbis attributes to Ministers in the place aforementioned. 2 Cor. 10.6. Having in readiness to revenge all disobedience.
If it be objected (as 'tis by some, to elevate, and extenuate their power) That all this power of Ministers is but derivative, delegated, executive, and Ministeriall; I grant it:
If it be objected (as it's by Some, to elevate, and extenuate their power) That all this power of Ministers is but derivative, delegated, executive, and Ministerial; I grant it:
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as a branch thereof, yet in regard of the length of that, I shall handle it distinctly by it self.) I say, Quiet, and meek enduring of reproof. Heb. 13.22. I beseech you, Brethren, suffer the word of Exhortation:
as a branch thereof, yet in regard of the length of that, I shall handle it distinctly by it self.) I say, Quiet, and meek enduring of reproof. Hebrew 13.22. I beseech you, Brothers, suffer the word of Exhortation:
and therefore I take it here more strictly, for matter of reproof; that people should willingly and patiently hearken to the reproofs of their Ministers;
and Therefore I take it Here more strictly, for matter of reproof; that people should willingly and patiently harken to the reproofs of their Ministers;
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the contrary whereto, viz. fretting at, and impatience of reproof, is a most sensless and bruitish practise, not to be parallel'd in any case in the world again.
the contrary whereto, viz. fretting At, and impatience of reproof, is a most senseless and brutish practice, not to be paralleled in any case in the world again.
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or on fire, though he be disturbed and affrighted thereby? Who takes it ill of a friend, that seeing a poison'd arrow or Cannon-bullet coming directly towards him, pulls him away with such violence,
or on fire, though he be disturbed and affrighted thereby? Who Takes it ill of a friend, that seeing a poisoned arrow or Cannon-bullet coming directly towards him, pulls him away with such violence,
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and laying open the true state of their souls to them, and warning them to fly from the wrath to come? And truly let me tell you, that if at any time you be galled by the Ministry of the word, 'tis not so much your Ministers,
and laying open the true state of their Souls to them, and warning them to fly from the wrath to come? And truly let me tell you, that if At any time you be galled by the Ministry of the word, it's not so much your Ministers,
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a chast man finde fault with a Sermon against uncleanness, &c. so that if you find your selves at any time aggrieved at a reproof, you must thank your selves, and not blame them.
a chaste man find fault with a Sermon against uncleanness, etc. so that if you find your selves At any time aggrieved At a reproof, you must thank your selves, and not blame them.
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People must learn of their Ministers by the eye, as well as by the ear; be taught by their works, as well as their words; take recommendation and encouragement to duty, by their practise, as well as their preaching. If you see your Minister strict in the observation and sanctification of the Sabbath, liberall in works of mercy and charity, peaceable, temperate,
People must Learn of their Ministers by the eye, as well as by the ear; be taught by their works, as well as their words; take recommendation and encouragement to duty, by their practise, as well as their preaching. If you see your Minister strict in the observation and sanctification of the Sabbath, liberal in works of mercy and charity, peaceable, temperate,
as I said, in the practise of piety: to follow them only so far forth as they follow Christ, 1 Cor. 11.1. You must set your clock by theirs, so far as theirs agrees with the Sun:
as I said, in the practice of piety: to follow them only so Far forth as they follow christ, 1 Cor. 11.1. You must Set your clock by theirs, so Far as theirs agrees with the Sun:
for if either they give a bad example, or say and do not, then you must do as they say, and not as they do, Mat. 23.3. 8. Carefull preservation of their good name.
for if either they give a bad Exampl, or say and do not, then you must do as they say, and not as they do, Mathew 23.3. 8. Careful preservation of their good name.
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People must charily maintain their Ministers credit, and neither be tale-bearers, and carriers about, or senders about of disgracefull reports of them. Acts 23.5. Thou shalt not speak evill of the Ruler of thy people.
People must charily maintain their Ministers credit, and neither be talebearers, and carriers about, or senders about of disgraceful reports of them. Acts 23.5. Thou shalt not speak evil of the Ruler of thy people.
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as you must not speak unhandsomely to them, (as was shewed afore) so here you are caution'd, not to speak unhandsomely of them: nor be tale-bearers, or receivers and credulous in believing disgracefull reports concerning them. 1 Tim. 5.19. Against an Elder receive not an accusation, but under two or three witnesses.
as you must not speak unhandsomely to them, (as was showed afore) so Here you Are cautioned, not to speak unhandsomely of them: nor be talebearers, or Receivers and credulous in believing disgraceful reports Concerning them. 1 Tim. 5.19. Against an Elder receive not an accusation, but under two or three Witnesses.
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And truly there's great reason for it. Partly because men are apt to hate him that reproves in the gate, Amos 5.10. Gal. 4.16. and we know, Ill-will never speaks well. Partly, because men in office are most watcht and observ'd.
And truly there's great reason for it. Partly Because men Are apt to hate him that reproves in the gate, Amos 5.10. Gal. 4.16. and we know, Illwill never speaks well. Partly, Because men in office Are most watched and observed.
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Jeremy complains, that all his familiars watcht for his halting, Jer. 20.10. and God discovers thus much to Ezekiel concerning himself, Ezek. 33.30. — the children of thy people are always talking against thee by the walls, and in the doors of the houses.
Jeremiah complains, that all his familiars watched for his halting, Jer. 20.10. and God discovers thus much to Ezekielem Concerning himself, Ezekiel 33.30. — the children of thy people Are always talking against thee by the walls, and in the doors of the houses.
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Yea thus was Christ himself served and dealt withall by the Chief Priests and Scribes, ( Luk. 20.20.) who watched him, and sent forth spies, which should feigne themselves just men, that they might take hold of his words.
Yea thus was christ himself served and dealt withal by the Chief Priests and Scribes, (Luk. 20.20.) who watched him, and sent forth spies, which should feign themselves just men, that they might take hold of his words.
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And he warnes his Disciples to expect the like. Joh. 15.20. — if they have observed, (or watcht, for so it should be translated) my sayings, they will watch yours also.
And he warns his Disciples to expect the like. John 15.20. — if they have observed, (or watched, for so it should be translated) my sayings, they will watch yours also.
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9. People owe unto their Ministers chearfull and liberall Maintenance. Though it belongs to Ministers only to preach the word, typified by Aaron and his sons ordering the Lamps, Exod. 27.21.
9. People owe unto their Ministers cheerful and liberal Maintenance. Though it belongs to Ministers only to preach the word, typified by Aaron and his Sons ordering the Lamps, Exod 27.21.
yet the people must see that the Lamps be kept burning, by providing oyl for continuall their supply, ver. 20. The bird that is to keep the nest and sit upon the eggs, must have her meat brought in to her,
yet the people must see that the Lamps be kept burning, by providing oil for continual their supply, ver. 20. The bird that is to keep the nest and fit upon the eggs, must have her meat brought in to her,
and that in the New Testament as well as the Old; it being an Ordinance for Gospel-Ministers, as well as Legall. 1 Cor. 9.14. — even so hath the Lord ordained, that they which preach the Gospell, should live of the Gospell. q. d.
and that in the New Testament as well as the Old; it being an Ordinance for Gospel ministers, as well as Legal. 1 Cor. 9.14. — even so hath the Lord ordained, that they which preach the Gospel, should live of the Gospel. q. worser.
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Nor makes this any thing against that freeness of preaching the Gospell, which some in simplicity or worse, do urge as inconsistent with liberall maintenance;
Nor makes this any thing against that freeness of preaching the Gospel, which Some in simplicity or Worse, do urge as inconsistent with liberal maintenance;
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for even the Volunteer follows not the warre at his own charges. Concerning which maintenance, observe with me these following particulars worthy consideration:
for even the Volunteer follows not the war At his own charges. Concerning which maintenance, observe with me these following particulars worthy consideration:
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for though the Priests were not above a fourth part of the people (as Dr Reynolds computes it) or not above a fifth or sixth part, (according to the Learned Selden, ) yet their revenues in first-fruits and prediall tenths, amounted to neer a fifth part of the profits of the Land (as Selden reckons it,) besides their lands and many other advantages:
for though the Priests were not above a fourth part of the people (as Dr Reynolds computes it) or not above a fifth or sixth part, (according to the Learned Selden,) yet their revenues in Firstfruits and predial tenths, amounted to near a fifth part of the profits of the Land (as Selden reckons it,) beside their Lands and many other advantages:
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Now Ministers of the Gospell having a more excellent Ministry (as the Apostle shews, 2 Cor. 3.) their maintenance also should be proportionably liberall:
Now Ministers of the Gospel having a more excellent Ministry (as the Apostle shows, 2 Cor. 3.) their maintenance also should be proportionably liberal:
(viz. for any civill, common use, either publike or private:) for her merchandize shall be for them that dwell before the Lord, to eat sufficiently, and for durable cloathing, i. e.
(viz. for any civil, Common use, either public or private:) for her merchandise shall be for them that dwell before the Lord, to eat sufficiently, and for durable clothing, i. e.
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from the Tyrian trade, (they being converted to God) means and maintenance should be freely and largely afforded to God's Ministers, for all necessaries and accommodations;
from the Tyrian trade, (they being converted to God) means and maintenance should be freely and largely afforded to God's Ministers, for all necessaries and accommodations;
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so the English Annot. but more clearly, the Apostle gives an express command, that he that is taught, should communicate to his Teacher, NONLATINALPHABET, in all his goods, Gal. 6.6. and that Ministers should have double honour, i. e. maintenance, 1 Tim. 5.17. so as to be able to keep hospitality, 1 Tim. 3.2. 2. This maintenance must be proportion'd out of the least arising profits, as well as the greatest:
so the English Annot but more clearly, the Apostle gives an express command, that he that is taught, should communicate to his Teacher,, in all his goods, Gal. 6.6. and that Ministers should have double honour, i. e. maintenance, 1 Tim. 5.17. so as to be able to keep hospitality, 1 Tim. 3.2. 2. This maintenance must be proportioned out of the least arising profits, as well as the greatest:
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because there is no proportion between what people give to them, and what they receive from their Ministers. 1 Cor. 9.11. If we have sown unto you spirituall things, is it a great thing if we reap your carnall things? q.d. If you rightly judg of those heavenly treasures which we bring in abundance to you, it's impossible you should judg our pains and service towards your immortall and precious souls, sufficiently rewarded with any of these earthly perishable things we receive from you.
Because there is no proportion between what people give to them, and what they receive from their Ministers. 1 Cor. 9.11. If we have sown unto you spiritual things, is it a great thing if we reap your carnal things? Q.d If you rightly judge of those heavenly treasures which we bring in abundance to you, it's impossible you should judge our pains and service towards your immortal and precious Souls, sufficiently rewarded with any of these earthly perishable things we receive from you.
And therefore Paul tells Philemon, that he owed him even his very selfe. Philemon. 19. 6. Ministers may justly require maintenance of their people, though they have estates of their own:
And Therefore Paul tells Philemon, that he owed him even his very self. Philemon. 19. 6. Ministers may justly require maintenance of their people, though they have estates of their own:
for thus God had expressely provided under the Law, Deut. 18.8. They shall have like portions to eat, beside that which cometh of the sale of his patrimony.
for thus God had expressly provided under the Law, Deuteronomy 18.8. They shall have like portions to eat, beside that which comes of the sale of his patrimony.
but did work with their own hands to supply their necessities, yet 1. They put it into the Catalogue of their sorrowes and sufferings, 1 Cor. 4 12. We labour working with our own hands.
but did work with their own hands to supply their necessities, yet 1. They put it into the Catalogue of their sorrows and sufferings, 1 Cor. 4 12. We labour working with our own hands.
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2. They still thought that it was a Gospell-ordinance, and assert their power to receive it. 1 Cor. 9.4 — 15. 1 Tim. 5.17, 18. 2 Thes. 3.9. 3. They received much from others. 2 Cor. 11.8. That which was lacking to me, the Brethren that came from Macedonia supplied, Phil. 4.16. Even in Thessalonica ye sent once and again to my necessity.
2. They still Thought that it was a Gospell-ordinance, and assert their power to receive it. 1 Cor. 9.4 — 15. 1 Tim. 5.17, 18. 2 Thebes 3.9. 3. They received much from Others. 2 Cor. 11.8. That which was lacking to me, the Brothers that Come from Macedonia supplied, Philip 4.16. Even in Thessalonica you sent once and again to my necessity.
And 4. He highly commends the Philippians for this their liberality towards him. Phil. 4.14. Ye did well, that ye did communicate with my affliction.
And 4. He highly commends the Philippians for this their liberality towards him. Philip 4.14. You did well, that you did communicate with my affliction.
And ver. 18. — having received of Epaphroditus the things that were sent from you, an odor of a sweet smell, a sacrifice acceptable, well-pleasing to God.
And for. 18. — having received of Epaphroditus the things that were sent from you, an odour of a sweet smell, a sacrifice acceptable, Well-pleasing to God.
Concerning the particular proportion of Ministers maintenance, I shall not meddle with the Divine right of tithes, only say, that this way of maintenance by tithes being establisht by the Laws of the Land, people are bound in conscience to obey the Law (except they can shew that it interfears with the Law of God) in paying of them. Rom. 13.5. Ye must be subject not only for wrath, but for conscience sake.
Concerning the particular proportion of Ministers maintenance, I shall not meddle with the Divine right of Tithes, only say, that this Way of maintenance by Tithes being established by the Laws of the Land, people Are bound in conscience to obey the Law (except they can show that it interfears with the Law of God) in paying of them. Rom. 13.5. You must be Subject not only for wrath, but for conscience sake.
Thus when Paul and Silas went forth to preach, they were recommended by the Brethren to the grace of God, viz ▪ by prayer, Acts 15.40. People should pray, that God would qualifie their Ministers with sufficient abilities for discharge of their place.
Thus when Paul and Silas went forth to preach, they were recommended by the Brothers to the grace of God, videlicet ▪ by prayer, Acts 15.40. People should pray, that God would qualify their Ministers with sufficient abilities for discharge of their place.
Ephes. 6.18, 19. Col, 4.3, 4. 2 Thes. 3.1. that he would deliver them from wicked and unreasonable men, ver. 2. and all other dangers and calamities;
Ephesians 6.18, 19. Col, 4.3, 4. 2 Thebes 3.1. that he would deliver them from wicked and unreasonable men, ver. 2. and all other dangers and calamities;
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raise up and restore such as are fallen; comfort the troubled in conscience; strengthen the weak; encourage the faint-hearted; confound the obstinate; stand against all adverse power; with many other the like;
raise up and restore such as Are fallen; Comfort the troubled in conscience; strengthen the weak; encourage the fainthearted; confound the obstinate; stand against all adverse power; with many other the like;
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As soone as Christ was pubickely set apart to performe his Ministeriall function, Satan set upon him in the wildernesse Mat. 4. begin. And ever after, the Scribes, Pharisees,
As soon as christ was pubickely Set apart to perform his Ministerial function, Satan Set upon him in the Wilderness Mathew 4. begin. And ever After, the Scribes, Pharisees,
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As when Peter slipt aside out of the way, many Jewes and Barnabas also was carried away with them. Gal. 2.13. O therefore let your Ministers never be forgotten in your prayers!
As when Peter slipped aside out of the Way, many Jews and Barnabas also was carried away with them. Gal. 2.13. O Therefore let your Ministers never be forgotten in your Prayers!
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A gratefull memoriall of them, when dead and gon, or removed to some other place. Heb. 13.7. Remember those your Rulers (so it should be translated) who have spoken to you the word of God.
A grateful memorial of them, when dead and gone, or removed to Some other place. Hebrew 13.7. remember those your Rulers (so it should be translated) who have spoken to you the word of God.
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and that you have good remembrance of us alwayes, desiring greatly to see us. Or, if they be dead, by shewing the kindnesse of the Lord to their posterity.
and that you have good remembrance of us always, desiring greatly to see us. Or, if they be dead, by showing the kindness of the Lord to their posterity.
Be carefull to render to all (and therefore to your Ministers) their dues; as you are required to do. Rom. 13.7. You use to call their tithes their dues, but you have seen there are many more dues, belong to Ministers from their people besides them;
Be careful to render to all (and Therefore to your Ministers) their dues; as you Are required to do. Rom. 13.7. You use to call their Tithes their dues, but you have seen there Are many more dues, belong to Ministers from their people beside them;
Our Authority also is for the same end. viz. for your Edification, not your destruction. 2 Cor. 10.8. Whence there arises a great and necessary dependance of people upon their Ministers for their Soules good;
Our authority also is for the same end. viz. for your Edification, not your destruction. 2 Cor. 10.8. Whence there arises a great and necessary dependence of people upon their Ministers for their Souls good;
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How shall they beleive in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they heare with out a Preacher? So that you see, all we have, or are is yours i. e. for your good;
How shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd? and how shall they hear with out a Preacher? So that you see, all we have, or Are is yours i. e. for your good;
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and do not please your selves in the neglect of your duty with such a foolish conceit as this, That we speake only for our own ends, when we tell you of these things.
and do not please your selves in the neglect of your duty with such a foolish conceit as this, That we speak only for our own ends, when we tell you of these things.
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No! when we acquaint you with your duty to our selves 'tis not (as the Apostle speakes concerning the contribution sent unto him by the Church of Philippi) because we desire these things (principally and with respect only to our selves) but we desire fruit that may abound to your account. Phil. 4.17.
No! when we acquaint you with your duty to our selves it's not (as the Apostle speaks Concerning the contribution sent unto him by the Church of Philippi) Because we desire these things (principally and with respect only to our selves) but we desire fruit that may abound to your account. Philip 4.17.
And yet if it were so? who refuses good counsell from a Lawyer, or wholsome directions from a Phisician, out of a conceit that they speake only for their fee;
And yet if it were so? who refuses good counsel from a Lawyer, or wholesome directions from a physician, out of a conceit that they speak only for their fee;
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and turns to your own account, and by performance whereof, you will be the greatest gainers your selves? O therefore be not so mad and spitefull as to prejudice and wrong your own Soules,
and turns to your own account, and by performance whereof, you will be the greatest gainers your selves? O Therefore be not so mad and spiteful as to prejudice and wrong your own Souls,
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But I shall speake a little more particulary concerning each of the forementioned duties. 1. Despise not their Calling 2 Be not disaffected to their Persons. 3. Neglect not their Instructions. 4. Disobey not their Commands. 5. Be not unsubmissive to their Censurs. 6. Fret not at their Reproof. 7. Slight not their Example. 8. Wrong them not in their good names. 9. Grudge not their maintenance. 10. Cease not to Pray for them. Lastly Forget them not.
But I shall speak a little more particular Concerning each of the forementioned duties. 1. Despise not their Calling 2 Be not disaffected to their Persons. 3. Neglect not their Instructions. 4. Disobey not their Commands. 5. Be not unsubmissive to their Censures. 6. Fret not At their Reproof. 7. Slight not their Exampl. 8. Wrong them not in their good names. 9. Grudge not their maintenance. 10. Cease not to Pray for them. Lastly Forget them not.
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1. Take heed of slighting, and lightly esteeming, much more of vilifying and contemning your Ministers; count them not indifferencies, conveniencies, superfluities which may very well be spared:
1. Take heed of slighting, and lightly esteeming, much more of vilifying and contemning your Ministers; count them not Indifferences, Conveniences, superfluities which may very well be spared:
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nor like Jereboams Priests, the meanest of the people, so as to post-pose them to every Thing that lookes like a Gentleman or hath got but a few fine clothes. O Sirs!
nor like Jereboams Priests, the Meanest of the people, so as to postpose them to every Thing that looks like a Gentleman or hath god but a few fine clothes. O Sirs!
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if you will believe his own word. Luk. 10.16. He that despiseth you despiseth me. The dirt that is cast in the Ministers face, besmears, and bespatters Christ.
if you will believe his own word. Luk. 10.16. He that despises you despises me. The dirt that is cast in the Ministers face, besmears, and bespatters christ.
And the Romans extinguisht Corinth for violating their Embassadors, though the violation were so small, that Florus could not tell whether it were Voce, or manu. Do you think then that Christ will take it well at your hands,
And the Romans extinguished Corinth for violating their ambassadors, though the violation were so small, that Florus could not tell whither it were Voice, or manu. Do you think then that christ will take it well At your hands,
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And so, long before that, their Babylonish Captivity is charged upon the score of this sin, 2 Chron. 36.16, 17. They mocked the messengers of God,
And so, long before that, their Babylonish Captivity is charged upon the score of this since, 2 Chronicles 36.16, 17. They mocked the messengers of God,
therefore he brought upon them the King of the Chaldees &c And if God hath punisht this sin so severely in this world, O what severity then may they expect from Christ in the day of retribution, the greatest part of whose religion is to heape indignities and disgraces upon his Ministers and Messengers!
Therefore he brought upon them the King of the Chaldees etc. And if God hath punished this since so severely in this world, Oh what severity then may they expect from christ in the day of retribution, the greatest part of whose Religion is to heap indignities and disgraces upon his Ministers and Messengers!
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Psal. 109.3, 4, 5. They are the Ministers of all others, who are made the cheife butt, against which many persons do shoot all the invenomed arrowes of their rage and malice:
Psalm 109.3, 4, 5. They Are the Ministers of all Others, who Are made the chief butt, against which many Persons do shoot all the envenomed arrows of their rage and malice:
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who are many of them, so desperatly bent and furiously driven on with a rage reaching up to heaven, that nothing lesse then their bloud, (if they could tell how to come at it (and utter extirpation, would quench their thirst,
who Are many of them, so desperately bent and furiously driven on with a rage reaching up to heaven, that nothing less then their blood, (if they could tell how to come At it (and utter extirpation, would quench their thirst,
as we say, Curst cowes have short hornes, so some that have spoken big swelling words of vanity against Ministers and Ministry, breathing out threatings,
as we say, Cursed cows have short horns, so Some that have spoken big swelling words of vanity against Ministers and Ministry, breathing out threatings,
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So that we have seen of late daies the propheticall imprecation of Moses upon the enemies of Levi, notably verified, Smite through the loines of them that rise up against him,
So that we have seen of late days the prophetical imprecation of Moses upon the enemies of Levi, notably verified, Smite through the loins of them that rise up against him,
and of them that hate him, that they rise not againe, Deut. 33.11. 3. Take heed of non-attendance upon them for instruction ▪ neglect not seeking unto them Privatly for satisfaction and resolution, a very common and continuall fault, the duty being sildome or never practised in many places:
and of them that hate him, that they rise not again, Deuteronomy 33.11. 3. Take heed of non-attendance upon them for instruction ▪ neglect not seeking unto them Privately for satisfaction and resolution, a very Common and continual fault, the duty being seldom or never practised in many places:
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so that whereas the doores of Lawyers and Physitians are thronged many times with attendants, poore Ministers may sit longe enough before any one will come to the mon such an errand:
so that whereas the doors of Lawyers and Physicians Are thronged many times with attendants, poor Ministers may fit long enough before any one will come to the mon such an errand:
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or prefer unsavory stuffe, yea infectious trash, before wholsome provision. Therefore let neither profanesse, flothfulnesse, nor presumption, detaine you from Church.
or prefer unsavoury stuff, yea infectious trash, before wholesome provision. Therefore let neither profaneness, flothfulnesse, nor presumption, detain you from Church.
when you bring your bodies in to the Congregation, leave not your soules behind you. But be swift to heare Jam. 1.19. Heare as for your lives, when you are hearing the word of life.
when you bring your bodies in to the Congregation, leave not your Souls behind you. But be swift to hear Jam. 1.19. Hear as for your lives, when you Are hearing the word of life.
4. Take heed of contemning their Authority, and disobeying their commands and directions: Heareby a light mispirsion may grow up into a grand transgresson;
4. Take heed of contemning their authority, and disobeying their commands and directions: Heareby a Light mispirsion may grow up into a grand transgresson;
an inconsiderable anomy an diniquity, may swell into an hainous and heavy enormity. For, as obedience is better then sacrifice, and to hearken then the fat of rams;
an inconsiderable anomy an diniquity, may swell into an heinous and heavy enormity. For, as Obedience is better then sacrifice, and to harken then the fat of rams;
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so Rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornesse is as iniquity, and idolatry. 1 Sam. 15.22.23. Thinke not your selves wiser than your teachers, so as proudly to contradict and oppose them.
so Rebellion is as the since of witchcraft, and Stubbornness is as iniquity, and idolatry. 1 Sam. 15.22.23. Think not your selves Wiser than your Teachers, so as proudly to contradict and oppose them.
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even that man shall dy, and thou shalt put away the evill from Isaerl. And actually censured by the Apostle. 2 Thes. 3.14. If any man obey not our word by this Epistle, note that man, and have no company with him, that he may be ashamed.
even that man shall die, and thou shalt put away the evil from Isaerl. And actually censured by the Apostle. 2 Thebes 3.14. If any man obey not our word by this Epistle, note that man, and have no company with him, that he may be ashamed.
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Whatsoever ye shall bind on earth, shall be bound in Heaven) should be as so many thunderclaps to strike terror into the consciences of all stuborn and rebellious persons, who disobey and neglect to heare their Ministers,
Whatsoever you shall bind on earth, shall be bound in Heaven) should be as so many thunderclaps to strike terror into the Consciences of all stubborn and rebellious Persons, who disobey and neglect to hear their Ministers,
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and beleive it, sirs, its no playing and dallying with such edg-tooles. O therefore take heed least you find cause one day to bewaile your folly heerin, when 'tis too late;
and believe it, Sirs, its no playing and dallying with such edge-tools. O Therefore take heed lest you find cause one day to bewail your folly herein, when it's too late;
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they turn them out of dooers, as I may so say, (as masters do unruly servants,) by banishing them from communion with the Church, they make them to fast (as Parents do untoward children many times,) by depriving them of the bread of life in the Sacrament of the Lords Supper.
they turn them out of doers, as I may so say, (as Masters do unruly Servants,) by banishing them from communion with the Church, they make them to fast (as Parents do untoward children many times,) by depriving them of the bred of life in the Sacrament of the lords Supper.
Whereby such persons are in the state of Publicans and heathens. Mat. 18.17. Yea like dogs and swine. Mat. 7.6. Which surely is no contemptible matter.
Whereby such Persons Are in the state of Publicans and Heathens. Mathew 18.17. Yea like Dogs and Swine. Mathew 7.6. Which surely is not contemptible matter.
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than feele the misery of it hereafter when 'tis too late to helpe it? And yet how few consider this? Seldome shall one meet with a professor that can take a close reproofe patiently:
than feel the misery of it hereafter when it's too late to help it? And yet how few Consider this? Seldom shall one meet with a professor that can take a close reproof patiently:
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much lesse then is it to be found in others, most persons count their Ministers their greatest enemy, that deale most freely, plainly, faithfully, and impartially with them.
much less then is it to be found in Others, most Persons count their Ministers their greatest enemy, that deal most freely, plainly, faithfully, and impartially with them.
yet as they know their duty and the way they should walke in, better than others, (ordinarily,) so likewise they do many times, (and I suppose, usually,) obtaine more grace of God than others to be faithfull in their stations,
yet as they know their duty and the Way they should walk in, better than Others, (ordinarily,) so likewise they do many times, (and I suppose, usually,) obtain more grace of God than Others to be faithful in their stations,
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How often are the good names of Ministers thrust thorough with the sharp swords of backbiting tongues? 'tis the common trade that many drive, to cast dirt upon them, wherever they come,
How often Are the good names of Ministers thrust through with the sharp swords of backbiting tongues? it's the Common trade that many drive, to cast dirt upon them, wherever they come,
9. Grudge not their maintenance. Beware either of detaining the whole, or defrauding them of any part of that which is their due either by the Lawes of God or man.
9. Grudge not their maintenance. Beware either of detaining the Whole, or defrauding them of any part of that which is their due either by the Laws of God or man.
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or if on the other hand, that Law be not in force now, yet this is clear, that the persons who first assigned such portions out of their estates, did intentionally dedicate them unto God,
or if on the other hand, that Law be not in force now, yet this is clear, that the Persons who First assigned such portions out of their estates, did intentionally dedicate them unto God,
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and set them apart for the maintenance of his worship and service (however sometimes their might be some error in the manner) and so they became hallowed things and such as did belong to God,
and Set them apart for the maintenance of his worship and service (however sometime their might be Some error in the manner) and so they became hallowed things and such as did belong to God,
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and consequently not alienable afterwards by any man, or company of men whatsoever, it being both against the doners will, which none ought to disanull. (Gal. 3.15.) And the nature of hallowed things, which ought not to be put to a common use.
and consequently not alienable afterwards by any man, or company of men whatsoever, it being both against the doners will, which none ought to disannul. (Gal. 3.15.) And the nature of hallowed things, which ought not to be put to a Common use.
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yet because they were offered before the Lord, therefore they were hallowed and commanded to be turned into broad plates for the Altar, that so they might not be put to any common use againe. Num. 16.37.38. Besides, being hallowed things, they belong primarily unto God Lev. 27.30.
yet Because they were offered before the Lord, Therefore they were hallowed and commanded to be turned into broad Plataea for the Altar, that so they might not be put to any Common use again. Num. 16.37.38. Beside, being hallowed things, they belong primarily unto God Lev. 27.30.
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The Lord spake unto Aaron, behold I have also giv•n thee the charge of my heave-offerings of all the hallowed things of all the children of Israel, unto thee have I given them by reason of the annointing,
The Lord spoke unto Aaron, behold I have also giv•n thee the charge of my heave-offerings of all the hallowed things of all the children of Israel, unto thee have I given them by reason of the anointing,
and to thy sons by an ordinance for ever, &c. so that what is due to God is to be paid to them. Numb. 5.8. — Let the trespass be recompensed unto the Lord, even to the Priest, q. d.
and to thy Sons by an Ordinance for ever, etc. so that what is due to God is to be paid to them. Numb. 5.8. — Let the trespass be recompensed unto the Lord, even to the Priest, q. worser.
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And therefore except these persons can show a Commission from God for their receiving of them, such as he hath given to his Ministers, I wou d fain know how they will be ever able to answer it to God,
And Therefore except these Persons can show a Commission from God for their receiving of them, such as he hath given to his Ministers, I wou worser fain know how they will be ever able to answer it to God,
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I might adde that these revenues being designed for the maintenance of Gods service, as I said, i. e. of those, whose business and particular calling it is to be employed about Gods worship,
I might add that these revenues being designed for the maintenance of God's service, as I said, i. e. of those, whose business and particular calling it is to be employed about God's worship,
and service, how can they have any right to eat of the Altar, who serve not at the Altar? How unreasonable and unjust a thing is it, that they that are not so much as in a capacity of doing the work, should have (in a manner) all the wages? Ministers plow and sow (as I may so say) and Impropriators reap the crop and benefit.
and service, how can they have any right to eat of the Altar, who serve not At the Altar? How unreasonable and unjust a thing is it, that they that Are not so much as in a capacity of doing the work, should have (in a manner) all the wages? Ministers blow and sow (as I may so say) and Impropriators reap the crop and benefit.
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Ministers plant the vineyard, and Impropriators eat the fruit thereof. Ministers feed the flock, and Impropriators eat the milke, and take the fleece of the flocke. This is not so strange a thing, in many places in England (how absurd and sinfull soever it be) as the Apostle makes it, 1. Cor. 9.7.
Ministers plant the vineyard, and Impropriators eat the fruit thereof. Ministers feed the flock, and Impropriators eat the milk, and take the fleece of the flock. This is not so strange a thing, in many places in England (how absurd and sinful soever it be) as the Apostle makes it, 1. Cor. 9.7.
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And then for Compounders, who take (I will not say, steal) a Goose and stick down a feather only, (as we use to say) that have large estates and proportions,
And then for Compounders, who take (I will not say, steal) a Goose and stick down a feather only, (as we use to say) that have large estates and proportions,
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If a tenth be still due by Gods Law, (as I think the learnedest of them cannot disprove) then I am sure that the Law of man will never excuse them, that limits it to a twentieth,
If a tenth be still due by God's Law, (as I think the Learnedest of them cannot disprove) then I am sure that the Law of man will never excuse them, that Limits it to a twentieth,
And therefore beware of devouring holy things in any way whatsoever, but see that you keep a good conscience in these things, wherein so many do offend, that you may be able to purge your selves,
And Therefore beware of devouring holy things in any Way whatsoever, but see that you keep a good conscience in these things, wherein so many do offend, that you may be able to purge your selves,
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and make that protestation which the Jewes were commanded to do, Deut. 26.12, 13, 14. When thou hast made an end of tithing all the tithes of thine increase — then thou shalt say before the Lord thy God, I have brought away the hallowed things out of mine house, — according to all thy Commandements which thou hast commanded me:
and make that protestation which the Jews were commanded to do, Deuteronomy 26.12, 13, 14. When thou hast made an end of tithing all the Tithes of thine increase — then thou shalt say before the Lord thy God, I have brought away the hallowed things out of mine house, — according to all thy commandments which thou hast commanded me:
e. (as some expound it) What want soever I have been in, yet durst I never relieve my necessity by robbing God of his part, by appropriating to my self,
e. (as Some expound it) What want soever I have been in, yet durst I never relieve my necessity by robbing God of his part, by appropriating to my self,
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or meet a traveller on the road, will not bid him God speed: and surely he is both unchristian and undutifull, that will not pray for the continuance and increase of his Ministers gifts and graces,
or meet a traveller on the road, will not bid him God speed: and surely he is both unchristian and undutiful, that will not pray for the Continuance and increase of his Ministers Gifts and graces,
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Yet many pray rather for a quiet and peaceable man, as they call him, who will be content with any thing they give him; not inquisitive into their conversations;
Yet many pray rather for a quiet and peaceable man, as they call him, who will be content with any thing they give him; not inquisitive into their conversations;
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It's taxed as a foul blemish upon that City which was delivered by the wisdome of a poor wise man, that no man remembred the same poor man, Eccl. 9.15.
It's taxed as a foul blemish upon that city which was Delivered by the Wisdom of a poor wise man, that no man remembered the same poor man, Ecclesiastes 9.15.
And it was the destruction of Joash, that he remembred not the kindness which Jehoiada had done to him, 2 Chron. 24.22, &c. O therefore let it never be said, that you have so soon forgotten all those wholsome instructions they gave you,
And it was the destruction of Joash, that he remembered not the kindness which Jehoiada had done to him, 2 Chronicles 24.22, etc. Oh Therefore let it never be said, that you have so soon forgotten all those wholesome instructions they gave you,
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And therefore be carefull in paying all these debts and duties you owe to them, that thereby you may make it appear, that you Know them (and your duty to them) which labour among you, and are over you, and admonish you. Amen. FINIS.
And Therefore be careful in paying all these debts and duties you owe to them, that thereby you may make it appear, that you Know them (and your duty to them) which labour among you, and Are over you, and admonish you. Amen. FINIS.
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I grant that Cleries both may and ought to display their colours and ensignes of their censures against Princes, who violate their publike and solemn Oath, do raise & make open warre against Jesus Christ. King •ames's defence of right of Kings against Card. Petron. p. 113. Edit. in 4o.
I grant that Cleries both may and ought to display their colours and ensigns of their censures against Princes, who violate their public and solemn Oath, do raise & make open war against jesus christ. King •ames's defence of right of Kings against Card. Petron. p. 113. Edit. in 4o.
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Quod si homines reputarent, metuerent sibi plus ab Ecclesiae censuris, quàm à gladio & virgis Reipubl. cùm Ministri habent potestatem vitae & necis aeternae; ut de omnibus vel ad vitam, vel ad mortem sententiam ferant. — Si è terrâ exigere & exturbare sit magnum, quanto magis expellere è caelo? si è collegio vestro civem movere, quanto magis è coetu & collegio Sanctorum aliquem excludere posse? Cartwr. Harm. p. 560.
Quod si homines reputarent, metuerent sibi plus ab Ecclesiae Censuris, quàm à Gladio & virgis Reipubl. cùm Ministri habent potestatem vitae & necis aeternae; ut de omnibus vel ad vitam, vel ad mortem sententiam ferant. — Si è terrâ exigere & exturbare sit magnum, quanto magis expellere è caelo? si è collegio Vestro civem movere, quanto magis è coetu & collegio Sanctorum aliquem excludere posse? Cartwright. Harm. p. 560.
— portam coeli ei occlusam iri, cui Ecclesiae ostium & valvas obturaverit; rem Sacramenti illis substractam iri, cui Ecclesia Sacramentum negaverit, &c. id. p. 604. b.
— portam coeli ei occlusam iri, cui Ecclesiae ostium & valvas obturaverit; remembering Sacrament illis substractam iri, cui Ecclesia Sacramentum negaverit, etc. id. p. 604. b.
Precedency any mans rather than the Ministers: every mammonist ' every yonger Brother, every upstart of the first head must have the place of us. To the gay cloathing every one saith, sit here in the best roome: but unto us, stand thou there or sit here under my foot-stoole. Thus Children behave themselves proudly against the ancient and the base against the h•nor•ble. Esa 3.4. Downs Treat. An Amulet. p. 16.
Precedency any men rather than the Ministers: every mammonist ' every younger Brother, every upstart of the First head must have the place of us. To the gay clothing every one Says, fit Here in the best room: but unto us, stand thou there or fit Here under my footstool. Thus Children behave themselves proudly against the ancient and the base against the h•nor•ble. Isaiah 3.4. Downs Treat. an Amulet. p. 16.
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Reprooses are good physick, but they have an unpleasing farewell: 'tis hard for men not to vomit them up againe in the face of him that gives them. Gurn.
Reproaches Are good physic, but they have an unpleasing farewell: it's hard for men not to vomit them up again in the face of him that gives them. Gurn.
It was once said, What shall we give the man of God? 1 Sam. 9.7. but now every one saith, Come let us take the houses of God in possesion, Psal. 83.12. When Moses built the Taberncle, he was sain to stay the people from giving, they were so forward, Exod. 36.5, 6. but now would God we could stay their hands from robbing the Tabernacle. Down.
It was once said, What shall we give the man of God? 1 Sam. 9.7. but now every one Says, Come let us take the houses of God in possession, Psalm 83.12. When Moses built the Taberncle, he was sain to stay the people from giving, they were so forward, Exod 36.5, 6. but now would God we could stay their hands from robbing the Tabernacle. Down.
