Two sermons preached at Christ-Church in the city of Dublin, before the honourable the General Convenion of Ireland. The first on Prov.11.14 at the first meeting of the said convention, March 2. 1659. The second on Jude v.19. at a publique fast appointed by the said convention, March 9. 1659. By Sem Coxe, Minister of the gospel and pastor at St. Katherines in Dublin.
THe Proverbs of Solomon the son of David, King of Israel, are usually methodized under three heads, viz. His Ethicks, his Politicks, and his Oeconomicks.
THe Proverbs of Solomon the son of David, King of Israel, Are usually methodized under three Heads, viz. His Ethics, his Politics, and his Economics.
Where such a Government is the people flourish, otherwise they cannot be happy. Our Text, and our present Occasion, lead us to speak concerning Counsellors and their counsels;
Where such a Government is the people flourish, otherwise they cannot be happy. Our Text, and our present Occasion, led us to speak Concerning Counsellors and their Counsels;
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Concerning Counsellors, Solomon acquainteth us, 1. With the Necessity of them. 2. With their Qualifications. The first our Text speaketh of wherein the second will also be included.
Concerning Counsellors, Solomon acquainteth us, 1. With the Necessity of them. 2. With their Qualifications. The First our Text speaks of wherein the second will also be included.
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The Holy Ghost informeth us, 1 King 4. 30, 31. That his wisdom excelled the wisdom of all the children of the East country, (that is, of the Arabians or Chaldeans) and all the wisdom of Egypt (which was very great,
The Holy Ghost Informeth us, 1 King 4. 30, 31. That his Wisdom excelled the Wisdom of all the children of the East country, (that is, of the Arabians or Chaldeans) and all the Wisdom of Egypt (which was very great,
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The Wise man by direction from God acquainteth us in this Text with two things, 1 With that unavoidable hurt and damage which befalleth a people destitute of counsel.
The Wise man by direction from God acquainteth us in this Text with two things, 1 With that unavoidable hurt and damage which befalls a people destitute of counsel.
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The benefit or advantage that cometh to a Nation or People by much counsel, is called Safety, which word originally compriseth all manner of safety, both corporal and spiritual, both from sin and misery.
The benefit or advantage that comes to a nation or People by much counsel, is called Safety, which word originally compriseth all manner of safety, both corporal and spiritual, both from since and misery.
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No counsel, and a multitude of Counsellors are opposed, so likewise are falling and safety. But I shall comprehend both these under this one general Doctrinal Proposition.
No counsel, and a multitude of Counsellors Are opposed, so likewise Are falling and safety. But I shall comprehend both these under this one general Doctrinal Proposition.
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Caution. It must always be acknowledged, and thankfully confessed, That the Lord our God (who is wonderfull in working) hath the chiefhand in the prosperity or downfall of Nations.
Caution. It must always be acknowledged, and thankfully confessed, That the Lord our God (who is wonderful in working) hath the chiefhand in the Prosperity or downfall of nations.
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in the fall of a sparrow to the ground Matth. 10 29. in the growth and beauty of the flowers of the field Matth. 6. 28-30. and so in all other things that seem to be of the least concernment.
in the fallen of a sparrow to the ground Matthew 10 29. in the growth and beauty of the flowers of the field Matthew 6. 28-30. and so in all other things that seem to be of the least concernment.
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And this he doth, not for want of power, for he is El-shaddai, the Almighty God Gen. 17. 1. But that (through the abundance of his goodness and bounty) he may communicate a certain dignity of working with him to his creatures also,
And this he does, not for want of power, for he is El-shaddai, the Almighty God Gen. 17. 1. But that (through the abundance of his Goodness and bounty) he may communicate a certain dignity of working with him to his creatures also,
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Of this mediate working of God, this Text and Doctrine is to be understood. Counsellors and their counsels are Instruments and Tools in Gods hand, which he sometimes useth,
Of this mediate working of God, this Text and Doctrine is to be understood. Counsellors and their Counsels Are Instruments and Tools in God's hand, which he sometime uses,
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And indeed this is the excellency of Faith, when a Christian taketh up that noble resolution of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Dan. 3. 17. Our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the fiery Fornace,
And indeed this is the excellency of Faith, when a Christian Takes up that noble resolution of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Dan. 3. 17. Our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the fiery Furnace,
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What therefore I shall say of the prosperity, or adversity of Nations and People, or of Kingdoms and Commonwealths, in regard of their dependance upon Counsellors and Counsels, must be understood as they are subordinate unto,
What Therefore I shall say of the Prosperity, or adversity of nations and People, or of Kingdoms and Commonwealths, in regard of their dependence upon Counsellors and Counsels, must be understood as they Are subordinate unto,
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The horse is prepared against the day of battel; but safety is of the Lord, as our wise Solomon observeth, Prov. 21. 30, 31. Much time needeth not be spent in the proof of this point, which of it self is so perspicuous.
The horse is prepared against the day of battle; but safety is of the Lord, as our wise Solomon observeth, Curae 21. 30, 31. Much time needs not be spent in the proof of this point, which of it self is so perspicuous.
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The Lord informeth us, That Rehoboams misery, came upon him by neglecting the counsel of the Sages that had stood before his Father, their Advice had been his welfare if he had hearkened unto it. 2. Chron. 10. 8-14.
The Lord Informeth us, That Rehoboams misery, Come upon him by neglecting the counsel of the Sages that had stood before his Father, their advice had been his welfare if he had harkened unto it. 2. Chronicles 10. 8-14.
On the otherside, It was the wisdom of David, and that which did strengthen him in his Kingdom, That in all weighty cases he consulted with the Captains of thousands,
On the otherside, It was the Wisdom of David, and that which did strengthen him in his Kingdom, That in all weighty cases he consulted with the Captains of thousands,
3 Even the Law of nature by its glimmering, doth dictate this truth to all civillized Nations, That they should have their great Counsels and Counsellors, with whom to advise in all matters of moment;
3 Even the Law of nature by its glimmering, does dictate this truth to all civilized nations, That they should have their great Counsels and Counsellors, with whom to Advice in all matters of moment;
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The Israelites had their Sanhedri•, The Lacedaemonians had their Ephori, The Athenians had their Demarchi, The Romans had their Senate, The Germans have their Diets. We in these Nations have our Parliaments; Yea the Indians have some kind of Councils;
The Israelites had their Sanhedri•, The Lacedaemonians had their Ephori, The Athenians had their Demarchi, The Romans had their Senate, The Germanes have their Diets. We in these nations have our Parliaments; Yea the Indians have Some kind of Councils;
The transacting of great Affairs without Counsel, is like the riding upon a wild colt without bit or bridle, it is a thousand to one that the rider is cast.
The transacting of great Affairs without Counsel, is like the riding upon a wild colt without bit or bridle, it is a thousand to one that the rider is cast.
then this informeth us of the abominable wickedness, and desperate madness of those men in these Dominions, who have endeavored to bereave us of our Counsellors and counsels, they have done what they can to destroy us.
then this Informeth us of the abominable wickedness, and desperate madness of those men in these Dominions, who have endeavoured to bereave us of our Counsellors and Counsels, they have done what they can to destroy us.
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The Anabaptists, the Quakers, and even all those that have separated from the Church of Christ in these Nations, have so interrupted our counsels, dismembred our Parliament,
The Anabaptists, the Quakers, and even all those that have separated from the Church of christ in these nations, have so interrupted our Counsels, dismembered our Parliament,
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that it may be said of us, as once it was said of Israel 2 Chron. 15. 3. Now for a long season England, Ireland and Scotland have been without Law.
that it may be said of us, as once it was said of Israel 2 Chronicles 15. 3. Now for a long season England, Ireland and Scotland have been without Law.
1 Because they have devised this mischief against those that trusted them, and looked upon them as their friend,, received them into their counsels, put Commissions, Arms, Ammunition, Treasure into their hands,
1 Because they have devised this mischief against those that trusted them, and looked upon them as their friend,, received them into their Counsels, put Commissions, Arms, Ammunition, Treasure into their hands,
and expected the support of Religion, Laws, Liberties, Parliaments by their means. So that we may well complain with the Prophet David, Psal. 55. 12-14. It was not an Enemy that reproached me, then could I have born it;
and expected the support of Religion, Laws, Liberties, Parliaments by their means. So that we may well complain with the Prophet David, Psalm 55. 12-14. It was not an Enemy that reproached me, then could I have born it;
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O this is a great aggravation of their offence, that they have devised evil against their neighbours that dwell securely by them, Prov. 3. 29. Treachery against trust is superlative wickedness.
O this is a great aggravation of their offence, that they have devised evil against their neighbours that dwell securely by them, Curae 3. 29. Treachery against trust is superlative wickedness.
But can they think to have any thanks from the Lord Jesus for seeking to advance his Interest, by subverting his standing Laws of Magistracy and Ministry? Or is this the way to introduce the Kingdom of Christ, to trample those great Ordinances and Institutions under foot? I trow not.
But can they think to have any thanks from the Lord jesus for seeking to advance his Interest, by subverting his standing Laws of Magistracy and Ministry? Or is this the Way to introduce the Kingdom of christ, to trample those great Ordinances and Institutions under foot? I trow not.
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The Apostle long since foretold that there should be traitours, heady, high minded persons having a form of godliness. 2. Tim. 3. 1-5. This Prophesy is eminently fulfilled in these our backsliding times.
The Apostle long since foretold that there should be Traitors, heady, high minded Persons having a from of godliness. 2. Tim. 3. 1-5. This Prophesy is eminently fulfilled in these our backsliding times.
and all profane men, as the Apostle speaketh 2 Pet. 2. 2. II. It is also desperate madness in them to act after this rate, for the extirpation of our counsellors and their counsells. For;
and all profane men, as the Apostle speaks 2 Pet. 2. 2. II It is also desperate madness in them to act After this rate, for the extirpation of our counsellors and their Counsels. For;
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Then this also informeth us, of the great worth and excellency of those honourable Persons, who have ventured their all for the restitution of our Grand Council the Parliament, they have done what in them is to keep these Nations from utter ruine and confusion. This is true Nobility.
Then this also Informeth us, of the great worth and excellency of those honourable Persons, who have ventured their all for the restitution of our Grand Council the Parliament, they have done what in them is to keep these nations from utter ruin and confusion. This is true Nobilt.
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We should all say with Deborah in her song, Judg. 5. 9. My heart is toward the Governors of Israel that offered themselves willingly among the people.
We should all say with Deborah in her song, Judges 5. 9. My heart is towards the Governors of Israel that offered themselves willingly among the people.
But let them alone, when they are come to themselves they will be wiser, and consider, That it was a duty to save three Nations from sinking into destruction.
But let them alone, when they Are come to themselves they will be Wiser, and Consider, That it was a duty to save three nations from sinking into destruction.
If a cup of cold water given to any one in the name of a disciple, shall not be unrewarded, Mat. 10. 42. What then shall the reward of those be, that have ventured Life, Estate,
If a cup of cold water given to any one in the name of a disciple, shall not be unrewarded, Mathew 10. 42. What then shall the reward of those be, that have ventured Life, Estate,
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Then, what abundant cause have we all to bless the Lord, that these Dominions are not totally ruined ere this day, by the secluding of our counsellors,
Then, what abundant cause have we all to bless the Lord, that these Dominions Are not totally ruined ere this day, by the secluding of our counsellors,
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We may say truly with the Psalmist, Psal. 118, 13. Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall, but the Lord helped me. And verse 2•. This is the Lords doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes.
We may say truly with the Psalmist, Psalm 118, 13. Thou hast thrust soar At me that I might fallen, but the Lord helped me. And verse 2•. This is the lords doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes.
Then what cause have we to praise the name of the Lord, that he hath at last restored unto us our Free Parliament, that great Council, that may save us from destruction and ruine?
Then what cause have we to praise the name of the Lord, that he hath At last restored unto us our Free Parliament, that great Council, that may save us from destruction and ruin?
and hath (notwithstanding manifold obstructions which were in the way) brought them together into this City, to consult and advise of those things that so nearly concern us, both in matters religious and civil.
and hath (notwithstanding manifold obstructions which were in the Way) brought them together into this city, to consult and Advice of those things that so nearly concern us, both in matters religious and civil.
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and the Gospel ready to depart from us, and nothing but blackness and darkness of error countenanced and encouraged, to the wounding of the hearts of all truly pious men.
and the Gospel ready to depart from us, and nothing but blackness and darkness of error countenanced and encouraged, to the wounding of the hearts of all truly pious men.
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Dathan and Abiram were Gentlemen of the tribe of Reuben the eldest son of Israel Num. 26. 5. Famous in the Congregation Verse 9. They thought they had as much right to the civil Government as Moses had;
Dathan and Abiram were Gentlemen of the tribe of Reuben the eldest son of Israel Num. 26. 5. Famous in the Congregation Verse 9. They Thought they had as much right to the civil Government as Moses had;
And when they were summoned by Moses, they refused appear, Ch. 16. v. 12. 13. We will not come up, (say they) Is it a small thing, that thou hast brought us up out of a land that floweth with milk and hony, to kill us in the wilderness,
And when they were summoned by Moses, they refused appear, Christ 16. v. 12. 13. We will not come up, (say they) Is it a small thing, that thou hast brought us up out of a land that flows with milk and honey, to kill us in the Wilderness,
except thou make thy self altogether a Prince over us? Their quarrel against Moses was about civil power, they would needs assume the supreme Magistracy.
except thou make thy self altogether a Prince over us? Their quarrel against Moses was about civil power, they would needs assume the supreme Magistracy.
If this have not been the time of killing the two Witnesses spoken of Revel. 11. 7. I am sure it is very like to it, a very few years will inform us more fully.
If this have not been the time of killing the two Witnesses spoken of Revel. 11. 7. I am sure it is very like to it, a very few Years will inform us more Fully.
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He sets the adversaries themselves at odds, they that had ingrossed all the power, riches and great Offices into their hands, quarrel who should be the greatest.
He sets the Adversaries themselves At odds, they that had ingrossed all the power, riches and great Offices into their hands, quarrel who should be the greatest.
But in the thing wherein they dealt proudly, God was above them Exod. 18. 11. Their divisions were the signal omen of our deliverance and their own ruine.
But in the thing wherein they dealt proudly, God was above them Exod 18. 11. Their divisions were the signal omen of our deliverance and their own ruin.
Exhort. 1. And first this Doctrine speaketh generally to all here present, and to all others in this land, who have had an hand or voice in the election of these honorable Persons to be your Representatives in this great Convention,
Exhort. 1. And First this Doctrine speaks generally to all Here present, and to all Others in this land, who have had an hand or voice in the election of these honourable Persons to be your Representatives in this great Convention,
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When the Apostle had spoken of Magistracy, and the protection we recieve from it, Rom. 13. 1-4. he maketh this Use of that he had taught, in the 7. Verse, Render therefore to all their dues, Honour to whom honour is due.
When the Apostle had spoken of Magistracy, and the protection we receive from it, Rom. 13. 1-4. he makes this Use of that he had taught, in the 7. Verse, Render Therefore to all their dues, Honour to whom honour is due.
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and when their eyes dazzle, then they speak evil of the things they understand not, it were better for such to keep themselves within the compass of their own callings.
and when their eyes dazzle, then they speak evil of the things they understand not, it were better for such to keep themselves within the compass of their own callings.
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Whisperers, backbiters, murmurers, complainers upon every supposed occasion, are the refuse of the people. A Moses cannot scape the lash of such mens tongues.
Whisperers, backbiters, murmurers, complainers upon every supposed occasion, Are the refuse of the people. A Moses cannot escape the lash of such men's tongues.
They are the persons who are intrusted in this Land, for ordering your publique affairs, Wherefore Let every soul be subject to the higher powers, Rom. 13. 1. You must submit to them, even in those necessary Taxes and Impositions that must by their advice be leavyed for your defence.
They Are the Persons who Are Entrusted in this Land, for ordering your public affairs, Wherefore Let every soul be Subject to the higher Powers, Rom. 13. 1. You must submit to them, even in those necessary Taxes and Impositions that must by their Advice be levied for your defence.
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and the charge of other publique businesses must be defrayed, or else you will fall into unavoidable misery. 4 Lastly, and especially. You must pray for them.
and the charge of other public businesses must be defrayed, or Else you will fallen into unavoidable misery. 4 Lastly, and especially. You must pray for them.
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The Nation is heart sick, these are your Physicians, you can do no less then pray for a blessing from God upon those means they shall make use of for your cure and healing.
The nation is heart sick, these Are your Physicians, you can do no less then pray for a blessing from God upon those means they shall make use of for your cure and healing.
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You must pray for them with all kind of prayer, and if you do your duty in this particular, the Apostle assureth you of three benefits you shall obtain by it. 1 The Church shall enjoy more peace by this means. 2 Honesty, that is, justice,
You must pray for them with all kind of prayer, and if you do your duty in this particular, the Apostle assureth you of three benefits you shall obtain by it. 1 The Church shall enjoy more peace by this means. 2 Honesty, that is, Justice,
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And forasmuch as it hath been the laudable practise of all godly Magistrates, to proclaim Fasts to be publiquely observed throughout their Territories,
And forasmuch as it hath been the laudable practice of all godly Magistrates, to proclaim Fasts to be publicly observed throughout their Territories,
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You expect that God should do much for you by this honourable Convention, that your Religion, Lives Libertyes, Estates shall be secured by their means;
You expect that God should do much for you by this honourable Convention, that your Religion, Lives Liberties, Estates shall be secured by their means;
Exhort. 2. And now I must address my self to you (our honourable and grave Senators) upon whom all our eyes are fixed, in expectation of help and safety under the shadow of your wings, from those great miseries that threaten us at this time.
Exhort. 2. And now I must address my self to you (our honourable and grave Senators) upon whom all our eyes Are fixed, in expectation of help and safety under the shadow of your wings, from those great misery's that threaten us At this time.
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That which I have unto you from the Lord shall be couched under two heads. 1 Be ye such Counsellors as may save the people from falling. 2 Let your Counsells be such as may procure their safety.
That which I have unto you from the Lord shall be couched under two Heads. 1 Be you such Counsellors as may save the people from falling. 2 Let your Counsels be such as may procure their safety.
They that are called to places of judgment in a Nation, are stiled Gods, Psal. 82. 1. 6. They are Gods Lievtenants, do represent his Majesty and Soveraignty.
They that Are called to places of judgement in a nation, Are styled God's, Psalm 82. 1. 6. They Are God's Lieutenants, do represent his Majesty and Sovereignty.
Holiness is that image of God that you ought especially to bear, to make you fit for this high undertaking, that ought in an eminent manner to be engraven upon your hearts and foreheads.
Holiness is that image of God that you ought especially to bear, to make you fit for this high undertaking, that ought in an eminent manner to be engraven upon your hearts and foreheads.
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This was that qualification which God himself requireth to be in those that were to be Judges in Israel, Deut. 18. 21. Thou shalt provide out of all the people able men, such as fear God.
This was that qualification which God himself requires to be in those that were to be Judges in Israel, Deuteronomy 18. 21. Thou shalt provide out of all the people able men, such as Fear God.
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II Ye had need to be wise, prudent and experienced men that are to be Pilots of our leaking vessel, which is tossed with so many tempests and contrary winds and tides, else we are not likely to get into a safe harbour.
II You had need to be wise, prudent and experienced men that Are to be Pilots of our leaking vessel, which is tossed with so many tempests and contrary winds and tides, Else we Are not likely to get into a safe harbour.
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This was it that proclaimed the destruction of Egypt to be near at hand, Isa. 19. 11. Surely the Princes of Zoan are fools, the counsel of the wise counsellors is become brutish.
This was it that proclaimed the destruction of Egypt to be near At hand, Isaiah 19. 11. Surely the Princes of Zoan Are Fools, the counsel of the wise counsellors is become brutish.
This was the just commendation of Ahitophel (though otherwise a most wicked and ungodly man) That the counsel which he did counsel, was as if a man had enquired at the Oracle of God,
This was the just commendation of Ahithophel (though otherwise a most wicked and ungodly man) That the counsel which he did counsel, was as if a man had inquired At the Oracle of God,
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Counsellors had need to understand the Laws of the Land, to be well seen in the customs and usages of the people, to know the affairs of the Countries, the practises of former ages,
Counsellors had need to understand the Laws of the Land, to be well seen in the customs and usages of the people, to know the affairs of the Countries, the practises of former ages,
It is recorded of the chief Heads of the children of Issachar that came to Hebron to make David King. 1 Chron. 12. 32. That they were men that had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do.
It is recorded of the chief Heads of the children of Issachar that Come to Hebron to make David King. 1 Chronicles 12. 32. That they were men that had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to doe.
whereby they were able to discern and know the very moment of opportunities; which is a thing very important, and whereupon ordinarily dependeth the good success of affairs.
whereby they were able to discern and know the very moment of opportunities; which is a thing very important, and whereupon ordinarily dependeth the good success of affairs.
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Wherefore when the Lord intendeth to destroy a People, he doth usually in the first place infatuate their counsels, according to that of the Prophet, Isa. 44. 25. He frustrateth the tokens of the lyers,
Wherefore when the Lord intends to destroy a People, he does usually in the First place infatuate their Counsels, according to that of the Prophet, Isaiah 44. 25. He frustrateth the tokens of the liars,
And hath not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? saith the Apostle 1 Cor. 1. 20. You see then what an extraordinary measure of knowledg you had need to have to capacitate you for this great buisiness.
And hath not God made foolish the Wisdom of this world? Says the Apostle 1 Cor. 1. 20. You see then what an extraordinary measure of knowledge you had need to have to capacitate you for this great business.
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Daniel was judged meet to be called unto the Kings Council, because the spirit of the holy God was in him, even an excellent spirit in knowledg and understanding and wisdom Dan. 5. 11, 12. III. Ye ought to be men of publique spirits, and must be such, if ever ye intend to be a protection and safety to the people.
daniel was judged meet to be called unto the Kings Council, Because the Spirit of the holy God was in him, even an excellent Spirit in knowledge and understanding and Wisdom Dan. 5. 11, 12. III. the ought to be men of public spirits, and must be such, if ever you intend to be a protection and safety to the people.
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Covetousness, pursuing after a private profit in publique matters may well be called pestis Reipublicae; this is a special thing to be avoided by them that are to judg others Deut. 18. 21. they must hate covetousness.
Covetousness, pursuing After a private profit in public matters may well be called pestis Reipublicae; this is a special thing to be avoided by them that Are to judge Others Deuteronomy 18. 21. they must hate covetousness.
yet he did hold his peace and was silent 1 Sam. 10. 27. But when he heard of the wrong done to his Subjects the men of Jabesh-Gilead by Nahash the Ammonite, the Text saith, that the spirit of God came upon Saul when he heard these tidings,
yet he did hold his peace and was silent 1 Sam. 10. 27. But when he herd of the wrong done to his Subject's the men of Jabesh-Gilead by Nahash the Ammonite, the Text Says, that the Spirit of God Come upon Saul when he herd these tidings,
when he heard of the great affliction and reproach that was befallen his country-men, Why should not my countenance be sad (saith he Neh. 2. 2, 3.) when the city, the place of my fathers sepulchres lyeth waste,
when he herd of the great affliction and reproach that was befallen his countrymen, Why should not my countenance be sad (Says he Neh 2. 2, 3.) when the City, the place of my Father's sepulchres lies waste,
When the Lord puts Solomon to his choise what he would have, 1 King. 3. 5. He beggeth nothing but a publique spirit Verse 9. Give thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad;
When the Lord puts Solomon to his choice what he would have, 1 King. 3. 5. He beggeth nothing but a public Spirit Verse 9. Give thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad;
6 I will adde but one thing more, A man that hath the publique upon his heart, will lay aside all private animosities, put up all private wrongs and differences, rather then endanger the publique peace and settlement of the people.
6 I will add but one thing more, A man that hath the public upon his heart, will lay aside all private animosities, put up all private wrongs and differences, rather then endanger the public peace and settlement of the people.
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When there was some private difference between Abraham and Lot, occasioned by their herdmen, whence the Canaanite and Perizzite (who dwelt in the land) might have taken an opportunity to have done hurt to both of them ▪ we find that Abraham passeth over that difference,
When there was Some private difference between Abraham and Lot, occasioned by their Herdsmen, whence the Canaanite and Perizzite (who dwelled in the land) might have taken an opportunity to have done hurt to both of them ▪ we find that Abraham passes over that difference,
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if ye be not resolved and grounded in your Religion, and in the Laws of the Land? And especially is it requisite at this time that ye be full of immoveable resolution,
if you be not resolved and grounded in your Religion, and in the Laws of the Land? And especially is it requisite At this time that you be full of immoveable resolution,
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because there is such a multitude of unstable spirits in the land, who change in their principles upon every occasion, of whom ye are admonished to beware. Prov. 24. 21. My son fear thou the Lord and the King,
Because there is such a multitude of unstable spirits in the land, who change in their principles upon every occasion, of whom you Are admonished to beware. Curae 24. 21. My son Fear thou the Lord and the King,
And he giveth you fix Reasons against this unsetledness of spirit, and against intermedling with them that are so changeable in Verse 22. For their calamity shall rise suddenly,
And he gives you fix Reasons against this unsettledness of Spirit, and against intermeddling with them that Are so changeable in Verse 22. For their calamity shall rise suddenly,
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1 Calamity shall be the portion both of these changlings, and of those that meddle with them, their calamity shall rise &c. neither of them shall escape danger.
1 Calamity shall be the portion both of these changelings, and of those that meddle with them, their calamity shall rise etc. neither of them shall escape danger.
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2 This calamity shall rise, as a bird out of the bush unthought of, by such ways and means as are not by us imaginable, by some extraordinary hand of God.
2 This calamity shall rise, as a bird out of the bush unthought of, by such ways and means as Are not by us imaginable, by Some extraordinary hand of God.
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but the Lord in a miraculous manner plagued him, the leprosy even rose upin his forehead saith the Text 2. Chron. 26. 19. 3 It shall rise suddenly, before it can be thought of, Prov. 6. 15. Tberefore his calamity come suddenly, suddenly shall he be broken without remedy.
but the Lord in a miraculous manner plagued him, the leprosy even rose upin his forehead Says the Text 2. Chronicles 26. 19. 3 It shall rise suddenly, before it can be Thought of, Curae 6. 15. Tberefore his calamity come suddenly, suddenly shall he be broken without remedy.
the misery of such persons shall be capital, Thou woundedst the head out of the house of the wicked, saith Habbakkuk in his prayer Chap. 3. 13. God will utterly destroy them.
the misery of such Persons shall be capital, Thou woundedst the head out of the house of the wicked, Says Habakkuk in his prayer Chap. 3. 13. God will utterly destroy them.
Be strong and of a good courage, saith the Lord to Joshua Ch. 1. 6, 7, 9. And stir up one another in the words of Joab 2 Sam. 10. 12. Be of good courage, and let us play the men,
Be strong and of a good courage, Says the Lord to joshua Christ 1. 6, 7, 9. And stir up one Another in the words of Joab 2 Sam. 10. 12. Be of good courage, and let us play the men,
V. Lastly, Ye must also be unanimous, of one heart, and of one spirit in your counsels and consultations, else ye shall never be able to save the people from falling.
V. Lastly, You must also be unanimous, of one heart, and of one Spirit in your Counsels and Consultations, Else you shall never be able to save the people from falling.
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and on the otherside, Hushai advised to protract the time untill a great army could be prepared to fight a set battel 2 Sam. 17. 1-13. you know what ruine it brought at last upon Absalom and his party.
and on the otherside, Hushai advised to protract the time until a great army could be prepared to fight a Set battle 2 Sam. 17. 1-13. you know what ruin it brought At last upon Absalom and his party.
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and likewise to the men of Shechem after that God had sent an evil spirit of division between them, Judg. 9. 23. they rested not till they had contrived and effected each others destruction.
and likewise to the men of Shechem After that God had sent an evil Spirit of division between them, Judges 9. 23. they rested not till they had contrived and effected each Others destruction.
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I know that I am speaking to such worthy Persons as are very sensible of the bitter fruits of divided couns•ls, no people in any age have been more disturbed by factions and parties than we have been.
I know that I am speaking to such worthy Persons as Are very sensible of the bitter fruits of divided couns•ls, no people in any age have been more disturbed by factions and parties than we have been.
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and particularly with the Parliament of England, (now so mercifully restored to their freedom,) and with those that they shall leave in Government during the interval of Parliament.
and particularly with the Parliament of England, (now so mercifully restored to their freedom,) and with those that they shall leave in Government during the interval of Parliament.
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Having thus spoken concerning the Qualifications of Counsellors that would save a Nation, I am now (in the second place) to adde, That your Acts of counsel must also be such as may save us from ruine,
Having thus spoken Concerning the Qualifications of Counsellors that would save a nation, I am now (in the second place) to add, That your Acts of counsel must also be such as may save us from ruin,
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And herein I cannot, nor may undertake to direct your wisdomes as to civil affairs, (that is not my work.) Ye are persons that know the Laws of the Land,
And herein I cannot, nor may undertake to Direct your wisdoms as to civil affairs, (that is not my work.) You Are Persons that know the Laws of the Land,
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And on the otherside when the Arke of God (before which God was served and worshiped) was taken by the Philistines, then the glory departed from Israel 1. Sam. 4. 21. 22. The loss of that did obscure their glory and renown.
And on the otherside when the Ark of God (before which God was served and worshipped) was taken by the philistines, then the glory departed from Israel 1. Sam. 4. 21. 22. The loss of that did Obscure their glory and renown.
and pain as of a woman in travail, Psal. 48. 1-6 The sanctuary of God among the Israelites was the excellency of their strength, Ezek. 24. 21. This is the bulwarks of a Nation:
and pain as of a woman in travail, Psalm 48. 1-6 The sanctuary of God among the Israelites was the excellency of their strength, Ezekiel 24. 21. This is the bulwarks of a nation:
When Jehoshaphat had reformed Religion after a great apostasie, and had advanced it to its former glory and lustre, it is said ▪ 2. Chron. 17. 5. that all Judah brought him presents and he had riches and honour in abundance.
When Jehoshaphat had reformed Religion After a great apostasy, and had advanced it to its former glory and lustre, it is said ▪ 2. Chronicles 17. 5. that all Judah brought him presents and he had riches and honour in abundance.
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So likewise it is said concerning Obed edom, that the Lord blessed the house of Obed edom and all that pertained to him because of the Arke of God, that abode in his house for a time,
So likewise it is said Concerning Obed edom, that the Lord blessed the house of Obed edom and all that pertained to him Because of the Ark of God, that Abided in his house for a time,
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Now to the intent that Religion may he advanced and propagated throughout this Land, give me leave humbly to propose two things. 1 Remove that which may hinder the growth and glory of our Religion. 2 Do those things which may promote and advance it.
Now to the intent that Religion may he advanced and propagated throughout this Land, give me leave humbly to propose two things. 1 Remove that which may hinder the growth and glory of our Religion. 2 Do those things which may promote and advance it.
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First, If ye would have the Gospel to prosper, and Religion to flourish, then endeavour to your utmost strength and power to take those evils out of the way that may keep it under,
First, If you would have the Gospel to prosper, and Religion to flourish, then endeavour to your utmost strength and power to take those evils out of the Way that may keep it under,
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so his doctrine, worship, and Church-government, are opposite to that doctrine, worship and discipline which Christ would have to be established in his Church.
so his Doctrine, worship, and Church-government, Are opposite to that Doctrine, worship and discipline which christ would have to be established in his Church.
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and by reason of those many Sects, Errours, and Heresies that have issued from thence, the remembrances whereof remain written in tears and blood in England and Scotland. It may be said of these Errours in general,
and by reason of those many Sects, Errors, and Heresies that have issued from thence, the remembrances whereof remain written in tears and blood in England and Scotland. It may be said of these Errors in general,
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as the Apostle speaketh of the word of Hymeneus and Philetus 2 Tim. 2. 17. that they eat as the canker or gangren, insomuch as the very heart of our religion is almost torn out by them
as the Apostle speaks of the word of Hymenaeus and Philetus 2 Tim. 2. 17. that they eat as the canker or gangrene, insomuch as the very heart of our Religion is almost torn out by them
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and of that which is the fountain of them all, namely the Separate Congregations in the Land. Both root and branch must be taken away if ye intend to have Religion to flourish.
and of that which is the fountain of them all, namely the Separate Congregations in the Land. Both root and branch must be taken away if you intend to have Religion to flourish.
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3 Prophanness of all sorts doth exceedingly hinder the flourishing estate of Religion in this Island, never were greater abominations committed in a land of light,
3 Profaneness of all sorts does exceedingly hinder the flourishing estate of Religion in this Island, never were greater abominations committed in a land of Light,
That all Magistrates in their several capacities may be required to put the Laws made against gross sins into due execution, especially those that relate to the punishment of that general sin, the prophanation of the Lords day;
That all Magistrates in their several capacities may be required to put the Laws made against gross Sins into due execution, especially those that relate to the punishment of that general since, the profanation of the lords day;
Secondly, If ye would have true Religion to thrive and flourish, then ye must also set upon the doing of those things which may promote and advance Religion.
Secondly, If you would have true Religion to thrive and flourish, then you must also Set upon the doing of those things which may promote and advance Religion.
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He provided carefully that all his people might be taught and instructed in Religion, he sent teaching Levites and able Ministers into all parts of the land,
He provided carefully that all his people might be taught and instructed in Religion, he sent teaching Levites and able Ministers into all parts of the land,
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And it is said of King Josiah, that he encouraged the Priests and Levites to the service of the house of the Lord, 2 Chron. 35. 2, 3. That was the way he made use of for the settling of Religion.
And it is said of King Josiah, that he encouraged the Priests and Levites to the service of the house of the Lord, 2 Chronicles 35. 2, 3. That was the Way he made use of for the settling of Religion.
Therefore I intreat, That persons unordained to that great work, and who despise that great Ordinance of Christ, may not be admitted into any Ministerial employment in this Church and Nation;
Therefore I entreat, That Persons unordained to that great work, and who despise that great Ordinance of christ, may not be admitted into any Ministerial employment in this Church and nation;
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That such Ministers ordained as are ignorant, scandalous, or unsound in judgment in the fundamentals of Religion, may not be admitted to any pastoral charge in the Land;
That such Ministers ordained as Are ignorant, scandalous, or unsound in judgement in the fundamentals of Religion, may not be admitted to any pastoral charge in the Land;
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2 The settlement and due administration of that Discipline or Cburch-Government which Christ hath appointed to be in his Church, is of singular use to pluck up the weeds that the wheat may flourish.
2 The settlement and due administration of that Discipline or Cburch-Government which christ hath appointed to be in his Church, is of singular use to pluck up the weeds that the wheat may flourish.
That, forasmuch as the matters of Church Government are of so great weight and importance, ye would please therein to walk hand in hand with our Brethren in the other parts of these Dominions,
That, forasmuch as the matters of Church Government Are of so great weight and importance, you would please therein to walk hand in hand with our Brothers in the other parts of these Dominions,
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3 The due administration of all Christs holy Ordinances, and Institutions makes much to the flourishing condition of Religion in the Land, especially of those that are the sealing Ordinances;
3 The endue administration of all Christ holy Ordinances, and Institutions makes much to the flourishing condition of Religion in the Land, especially of those that Are the sealing Ordinances;
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And it is for want of the due performance of this, by Ministers, Parents, and Masters of Families, that there is so little found knowledge and understanding in the Land.
And it is for want of the due performance of this, by Ministers, Parents, and Masters of Families, that there is so little found knowledge and understanding in the Land.
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and That ye will (as ye have opportunity,) stir up all sorts of persons in their several places to a consciencious performance of their duty therein. 5 Lastly.
and That you will (as you have opportunity,) stir up all sorts of Persons in their several places to a conscientious performance of their duty therein. 5 Lastly.
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Schools of Learning do also contribute much to the flourishing state of Religion. Those are the nurseries wherein grow up many plants for the use both of Church, and Commonwealth.
Schools of Learning do also contribute much to the flourishing state of Religion. Those Are the nurseries wherein grow up many plants for the use both of Church, and Commonwealth.
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These things (amongst many others that might have been mentioned) I have been bold to mind you of from the Lord, that so by your counsells ye may prove to be the blessed Physicians of this languishing Church and Nation.
These things (among many Others that might have been mentioned) I have been bold to mind you of from the Lord, that so by your Counsels you may prove to be the blessed Physicians of this languishing Church and nation.
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I shall conclude with that speech of David to his sonne Solomon when he was to build the house of the Lord, 1 Chron. 22. 16. Arise therefore, and be doing,
I shall conclude with that speech of David to his son Solomon when he was to built the house of the Lord, 1 Chronicles 22. 16. Arise Therefore, and be doing,
THat it is a duty appertaining to the Ministers of the Gospel to preach the Word of God soundly and sincerely, in doctrine shewing incorruptness, is a thing that none will deny.
THat it is a duty appertaining to the Ministers of the Gospel to preach the Word of God soundly and sincerely, in Doctrine showing incorruptness, is a thing that none will deny.
And therefore Solomon hath an excellent Proverb for this Prov. 25. 11. A word fitly spoken (or upon its wheels, (as it is in the margine,) with a due concurrence and observation of all its circumstances,) Is like apples of gold in pictures of silver, pleasant as apples, profitable as gold and silver.
And Therefore Solomon hath an excellent Proverb for this Curae 25. 11. A word fitly spoken (or upon its wheels, (as it is in the Margin,) with a due concurrence and observation of all its Circumstances,) Is like Apples of gold in pictures of silver, pleasant as Apples, profitable as gold and silver.
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When the Apostle Peter observed the giddy humours of Sectaries, Apostates from the faith which once they had professed, he makes this the work of that time by all good means to confirm the Saints in the truth against those phantasies,
When the Apostle Peter observed the giddy humours of Sectaries, Apostates from the faith which once they had professed, he makes this the work of that time by all good means to confirm the Saints in the truth against those fantasies,
even to declare to them that God whom they did ignorantly worship, Act. 16. 23. Ministers must preach such points as may be of most use for the present occasion.
even to declare to them that God whom they did ignorantly worship, Act. 16. 23. Ministers must preach such points as may be of most use for the present occasion.
God requireth that on the tenth day of the second month which was the aniversary day of humiliation to Israel, they should afflict their souls Lev. 16 29. 31; and threatneth Chap. 23 29 that, whatsoever soul it shall be that shall not be afflicted on that same day, shall be cut off from among his people.
God requires that on the tenth day of the second Monn which was the anniversary day of humiliation to Israel, they should afflict their Souls Lev. 16 29. 31; and threatens Chap. 23 29 that, whatsoever soul it shall be that shall not be afflicted on that same day, shall be Cut off from among his people.
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Hence it is that the word of God ought to be preached upon the Fasting day, that so the people may be brought to sound repentance and humiliation for sin,
Hence it is that the word of God ought to be preached upon the Fasting day, that so the people may be brought to found Repentance and humiliation for since,
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As appeareth by that direction the Prophet Jeremiah giveth to Baruch Jer. 36. 6. 7. Go thou (saith he) and read in the roll which thou hast written from my mouth the words of the Lord in the ears of the people in the Lords house upon the Fasting day;
As appears by that direction the Prophet Jeremiah gives to baruch Jer. 36. 6. 7. Go thou (Says he) and read in the roll which thou hast written from my Mouth the words of the Lord in the ears of the people in the lords house upon the Fasting day;
But how should we mourn for our sins unless we know them? That which brought David to true sorrow and heart breaking for his sin was the certain knowledge he had of his own sinful condition, I know, or acknowledge my transgressions (saith he Psal. 51. 3.) and my sin is ever before me.
But how should we mourn for our Sins unless we know them? That which brought David to true sorrow and heart breaking for his since was the certain knowledge he had of his own sinful condition, I know, or acknowledge my transgressions (Says he Psalm 51. 3.) and my since is ever before me.
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And how should we know our sins so as to mourn for them, unless Gods Ministers do their endeavours to discover them to us? David (of whom mention was made before) never repented or mourned for his sins of Adultery and Murder until Nathan the Prophet came unto him, and took pains with him in the discovery of them,
And how should we know our Sins so as to mourn for them, unless God's Ministers do their endeavours to discover them to us? David (of whom mention was made before) never repented or mourned for his Sins of Adultery and Murder until Nathan the Prophet Come unto him, and took pains with him in the discovery of them,
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you may read the whole history a Sam. Cap. 12. To this end it is that the Lord calleth upon every one of us who are his Heralds Isa. 58. 1. Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet,
you may read the Whole history a Sam. Cap. 12. To this end it is that the Lord calls upon every one of us who Are his Heralds Isaiah 58. 1. Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet,
For who can know his own errours, Psal. 19. 12. how much less the errours that other men are overtaken with? Wherefore the Ministers of Christ have used to do in this case of the discovery of sin,
For who can know his own errors, Psalm 19. 12. how much less the errors that other men Are overtaken with? Wherefore the Ministers of christ have used to do in this case of the discovery of since,
Nathan takes notice of Davids great spots & stains onely, 2 Sam. 12. 9. Thou hast killed Uriah the Hittite with the sword, and hast taken his wife to be thy wife;
Nathan Takes notice of Davids great spots & stains only, 2 Sam. 12. 9. Thou hast killed Uriah the Hittite with the sword, and hast taken his wife to be thy wife;
So the holy Prophets in their discovery of sin take notice of the foulest, as of Ingratitude against God, Hypocrisy, Covetousness, Murder, Drunkenness, Idolatry, Lying, Pride, Contempt of Gods word, Security in sinning, and the like.
So the holy prophets in their discovery of since take notice of the Foulest, as of Ingratitude against God, Hypocrisy, Covetousness, Murder, drunkenness, Idolatry, Lying, Pride, Contempt of God's word, Security in sinning, and the like.
But I must ingenuously profess that I conceive the sin of Separation to be the Achan, the great abomination of these Lands, upon diverse accounts, of which I shall speak anon,
But I must ingenuously profess that I conceive the since of Separation to be the achan, the great abomination of these Lands, upon diverse accounts, of which I shall speak anon,
To which end I have made choice of this Text, These are they who separate themselves, &c. And before I proceed any further, I must first shew the dependance of these words upon those that go before.
To which end I have made choice of this Text, These Are they who separate themselves, etc. And before I proceed any further, I must First show the dependence of these words upon those that go before.
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and That they suffer not themselves to be drawn from the faith and belief of the Gospel by those false teachers who were crept in among them unawares in the fourth Verse.
and That they suffer not themselves to be drawn from the faith and belief of the Gospel by those false Teachers who were crept in among them unawares in the fourth Verse.
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which judgments he layeth down before them in three examples. 1 Of the destruction of the people of Israel for their unbelief, in the fifth Verse. 2 Of the everlasting ruine of the reprobate Angels for their pride, in the sixth Verse. 3 Of the vengeance of God upon Sodom, and Gomorrha for their fornication and buggery, in the seventh Verse.
which Judgments he Layeth down before them in three Examples. 1 Of the destruction of the people of Israel for their unbelief, in the fifth Verse. 2 Of the everlasting ruin of the Reprobate Angels for their pride, in the sixth Verse. 3 Of the vengeance of God upon Sodom, and Gomorrha for their fornication and buggery, in the seventh Verse.
II He also argueth from the personal vices that raigned in these seducers, Whence it was altogether unfit that they should be leaders of these believers,
II He also argue from the personal vices that reigned in these seducers, Whence it was altogether unfit that they should be leaders of these believers,
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Now whereas the the Apostle reckoneth up this for one of those great sins that these false teachers were guilty of, that they did separate themselves from the Church of God. You may observe,
Now whereas the the Apostle Reckoneth up this for one of those great Sins that these false Teachers were guilty of, that they did separate themselves from the Church of God. You may observe,
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You see the doctrine to be clearly grounded upon the Text, These persons Jude speaketh of were such as pretended to be so full of knowledg and piety, that they undertook to be guides to these Christians,
You see the Doctrine to be clearly grounded upon the Text, These Persons U^de speaks of were such as pretended to be so full of knowledge and piety, that they undertook to be guides to these Christians,
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and again these Christians looked upon them as meet for such an employment, so as the Apostle is necessitated to write unto them to admonish them that they be not seduced by them;
and again these Christians looked upon them as meet for such an employment, so as the Apostle is necessitated to write unto them to admonish them that they be not seduced by them;
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I must acknowledg that this point (although it be a plain truth arising naturally from the Text) may seem to some to be a most unmeet point to be insisted upon in such an age as this is,
I must acknowledge that this point (although it be a plain truth arising naturally from the Text) may seem to Some to be a most unmeet point to be insisted upon in such an age as this is,
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But I must profess that I judg the sin of Separation to be the great sin of our times (as I said before) and that therefore I am bound to give mine open testimony against it here in this publique Assembly,
But I must profess that I judge the since of Separation to be the great since of our times (as I said before) and that Therefore I am bound to give mine open testimony against it Here in this public Assembly,
which I speak not (God is my witness) out of any vain ostentation (for I have nothing to glory in, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ) but that I may withhold an occasion from them that shall seek occasion of offence at this doctrine.
which I speak not (God is my witness) out of any vain ostentation (for I have nothing to glory in, save in the cross of our Lord jesus christ) but that I may withhold an occasion from them that shall seek occasion of offence At this Doctrine.
I know it is a foul fault to make the heart of the rightous sad, whom the Lord hath not made sad Ezek. 13. 22. which is done by speaking lies, and not by speaking plain Scripture truths.
I know it is a foul fault to make the heart of the righteous sad, whom the Lord hath not made sad Ezekiel 13. 22. which is done by speaking lies, and not by speaking plain Scripture truths.
For to the godly every word of God is sweet, yea it is the joy and rejoycing of their hearts, as Jeremiah speaketh Chap. 15. 16. 2 I shall in my discourse design the information of mistaken judgments, rather than the dirt-daubing or bespattering of those that differ in judgment from me;
For to the godly every word of God is sweet, yea it is the joy and rejoicing of their hearts, as Jeremiah speaks Chap. 15. 16. 2 I shall in my discourse Design the information of mistaken Judgments, rather than the dirt-daubing or bespattering of those that differ in judgement from me;
and that I am sure is a duty commanded Gal. 6. 1. Brethren if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness.
and that I am sure is a duty commanded Gal. 6. 1. Brothers if a man be overtaken in a fault, you which Are spiritual, restore such an one in the Spirit of meekness.
For that would be a great sin to strengthen the hands of the wicked, that he should not return from his wicked way by promising him life, as the Lord speaketh Ezek. 13. 22. I profess to hate prophanness and superstition on the one side,
For that would be a great since to strengthen the hands of the wicked, that he should not return from his wicked Way by promising him life, as the Lord speaks Ezekiel 13. 22. I profess to hate profaneness and Superstition on the one side,
That therefore I may duly qualify that which I am to speak at this time, it must be known and remembred, that I condemn not all Separation as sinfull, I said, There is a separation that is an errour, not that all kind of Separation is erroneous.
That Therefore I may duly qualify that which I am to speak At this time, it must be known and remembered, that I condemn not all Separation as sinful, I said, There is a separation that is an error, not that all kind of Separation is erroneous.
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And it will be needfull, and I hope profitable to speak of both these, to the intent, That those who decry and speak against all the people of the Lord under the name of Sectaries, Schismaticks and Separatists may be convinced of their fault,
And it will be needful, and I hope profitable to speak of both these, to the intent, That those who decry and speak against all the people of the Lord under the name of Sectaries, Schismatics and Separatists may be convinced of their fault,
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Such were the Nazarites mentioned Numb. 6. 1. Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them (saith the Lord) when either man or woman shall separate themselves to vow a vow of a Nazarite, to separate themselves unto the Lord, he shall separate himself from wine &c. And they were called Nazarites of Nazar, separavit, because they were separated from worldly occasions,
Such were the nazarites mentioned Numb. 6. 1. Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them (Says the Lord) when either man or woman shall separate themselves to Voelli a Voelli of a Nazarite, to separate themselves unto the Lord, he shall separate himself from wine etc. And they were called nazarites of Nazar, separavit, Because they were separated from worldly occasions,
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Thus all those that are baptized into the name of Christ are by profession Separatists, that is, they are separated from sin, the world and the devil to the use and service of God onely;
Thus all those that Are baptised into the name of christ Are by profession Separatists, that is, they Are separated from since, the world and the Devil to the use and service of God only;
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And 2 Thes. 3. 6. Now we command you brethren in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye withdraw your selves from every brother that walketh disorderly,
And 2 Thebes 3. 6. Now we command you brothers in the name of our Lord jesus christ, that you withdraw your selves from every brother that walks disorderly,
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I The Ministers of Jesus Christ must in their preaching make a separation, or put a difference between the precious and the vile, between the godly and the ungodly, by confirming and comforting the one,
I The Ministers of jesus christ must in their preaching make a separation, or put a difference between the precious and the vile, between the godly and the ungodly, by confirming and comforting the one,
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and that man that undertaketh the calling of the Ministry, and yet hath not learned to make this distinction, can hardly be judged a Teacher sent from God. This, this (I say) is that taking forth (or separating) the precious from the vile, which the Lord giveth in commandment to the Prophet Jeremiah in that place before quoted Chap. 15. 19. And they that ground their gathering of Churches out of Churches upon this scripture (as many do) do squeez bloud out of the Text instead of sincere milk;
and that man that undertaketh the calling of the Ministry, and yet hath not learned to make this distinction, can hardly be judged a Teacher sent from God. This, this (I say) is that taking forth (or separating) the precious from the vile, which the Lord gives in Commandment to the Prophet Jeremiah in that place before quoted Chap. 15. 19. And they that ground their gathering of Churches out of Churches upon this scripture (as many do) do squeeze blood out of the Text instead of sincere milk;
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and keepest down wicked men, then thou shalt shew by these effects that thou art my true prophet, that thou speakest in thy Ministry as the Oracle of God So as its clear that this taking forth of the precious from the vile was an act appertaining to his ministerial Office in dividing the Word of God aright to the comfort of the godly and terrour of the ungodly,
and Keepest down wicked men, then thou shalt show by these effects that thou art my true Prophet, that thou Speakest in thy Ministry as the Oracle of God So as its clear that this taking forth of the precious from the vile was an act appertaining to his ministerial Office in dividing the Word of God aright to the Comfort of the godly and terror of the ungodly,
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And certainly if it had been the Lords intention that in that great defection and backsliding of the Church of the Jews, the Prophet should have gathered a select number out of them into a particular Church fellowship amongst themselves, there would have been some footsteps of his actings in that kind, especially considering that it was so new, rare, and strange a work.
And Certainly if it had been the lords intention that in that great defection and backsliding of the Church of the jews, the Prophet should have gathered a select number out of them into a particular Church fellowship among themselves, there would have been Some footsteps of his actings in that kind, especially considering that it was so new, rare, and strange a work.
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For he had therein transgressed by digressing from the practise of the Lord Jesus Christ himself, who was born in as corrupt a time of the Church as Jeremiah lived in,
For he had therein transgressed by digressing from the practice of the Lord jesus christ himself, who was born in as corrupt a time of the Church as Jeremiah lived in,
and Institutions of the Lord, kept the holy Sabbath with them in their Synagogues, observed the Passover with them, waited at Jerusalem during the time of their solemn Feasts, doing all things in Church fellowship wirh them,
and Institutions of the Lord, kept the holy Sabbath with them in their Synagogues, observed the Passover with them, waited At Jerusalem during the time of their solemn Feasts, doing all things in Church fellowship with them,
and the wicked, in preaching comfortable doctrine to the children of God, and terrour to the children of the devil, is a duty belonging to every faithful Minister of Christ;
and the wicked, in preaching comfortable Doctrine to the children of God, and terror to the children of the Devil, is a duty belonging to every faithful Minister of christ;
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and cast their pearls before swine, which is a thing utterly forbidden them to do Mat. 7. 6. II All the people of God must separate from communion with Idolaters in the worship and service of God.
and cast their Pearls before Swine, which is a thing utterly forbidden them to do Mathew 7. 6. II All the people of God must separate from communion with Idolaters in the worship and service of God.
Verse. 11. before cited, where the Lord enjoyneth his people to depart, and go out from Babilon, and to touch no unclean thing that they did or offered in the service of their idols.
Verse. 11. before cited, where the Lord enjoineth his people to depart, and go out from Babylon, and to touch no unclean thing that they did or offered in the service of their Idols.
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All divine honour both that that is called NONLATINALPHABET, worship, and that which is called NONLATINALPHABET, service, belongeth unto the Lord our God onely,
All divine honour both that that is called, worship, and that which is called, service, belongeth unto the Lord our God only,
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Come out of her my people, that is, Separate from the Papal jurisdiction which is the spiritual Babilon, under which the people of God have been in as great spiritual captivity and slavery,
Come out of her my people, that is, Separate from the Papal jurisdiction which is the spiritual Babylon, under which the people of God have been in as great spiritual captivity and slavery,
1 Because unless we separate from the idolatrous worship of the Papists, we shall certainly be partakers of the sins which they commit in that worship, That ye be not partakers of her sins.
1 Because unless we separate from the idolatrous worship of the Papists, we shall Certainly be partakers of the Sins which they commit in that worship, That you be not partakers of her Sins.
2 Because, If we do not thus come out, all those intollerable miseries that shall come inevitably upon these idolaters shall light upon us likewise, and that ye receive not of her plagues.
2 Because, If we do not thus come out, all those intolerable misery's that shall come inevitably upon these Idolaters shall Light upon us likewise, and that you receive not of her plagues.
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Both these reasons should mightily prevail with us to hate idolatry and to avoid and separate from them that are idolaters in that worship and service they pretend to do to God.
Both these Reasons should mightily prevail with us to hate idolatry and to avoid and separate from them that Are Idolaters in that worship and service they pretend to do to God.
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This is that separation spoken of Ezra Chap. 10. 11. Separate your selves from the people of the land, and from the strange wives; and also Deut. 7. 3. Thou shalt not make marriages with them, thy daughter thou shalt not give unto his son,
This is that separation spoken of Ezra Chap. 10. 11. Separate your selves from the people of the land, and from the strange wives; and also Deuteronomy 7. 3. Thou shalt not make marriages with them, thy daughter thou shalt not give unto his son,
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For if it be so that any one that is a beleever hath contracted marriage with one that is an unbeleever or heathen, this difference of religion is not a sufficient cause of divorce or separation in the dayes of the Gospel.
For if it be so that any one that is a believer hath contracted marriage with one that is an unbeliever or heathen, this difference of Religion is not a sufficient cause of divorce or separation in the days of the Gospel.
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V When the children of God have a just cause to be in the company of ungodly men, they must always be sure of this that they do Separate from their wicked courses;
V When the children of God have a just cause to be in the company of ungodly men, they must always be sure of this that they do Separate from their wicked courses;
A man truely gracious will let such a watch over himself when he is necessitated to be among ungodly men that he will not give the least approbation or countenance to any of their lewd and ungracious courses;
A man truly gracious will let such a watch over himself when he is necessitated to be among ungodly men that he will not give the lest approbation or countenance to any of their lewd and ungracious courses;
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If that a Church be corrupted, so as any of Gods Institutions be broken, and his standing rules transgressed and swerved from, it concerneth all godly men to take heed to themselves that they be not also defiled.
If that a Church be corrupted, so as any of God's Institutions be broken, and his standing rules transgressed and swerved from, it concerns all godly men to take heed to themselves that they be not also defiled.
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as you may see in its first institution Exod. 12. 6. Ye shall keep up the (paschal) Lamb until the fourteenth day of the same (that is to say of the first Verse 2.) month, and the whole assembly of the congregation of Israel shall kill it in the evening;
as you may see in its First Institution Exod 12. 6. You shall keep up the (paschal) Lamb until the fourteenth day of the same (that is to say of the First Verse 2.) Monn, and the Whole assembly of the congregation of Israel shall kill it in the evening;
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For they had made it a tradition among them that when the Passeover fell upon the evening before their ordinary Sabbath, they did put off the keeping of the Passeover unto the Sabbath day,
For they had made it a tradition among them that when the Passover fell upon the evening before their ordinary Sabbath, they did put off the keeping of the Passover unto the Sabbath day,
Thus it fell out in that year wherein our Lord was crucified, as appeareth by comparing Mat. 26. 20. with Mar. 15. 42. and John 18. 28. where you may note that the Jews kept the Passeover that evening the Lord Jesus was crucified, at which time began their ordinary sabbath.
Thus it fell out in that year wherein our Lord was Crucified, as appears by comparing Mathew 26. 20. with Mar. 15. 42. and John 18. 28. where you may note that the jews kept the Passover that evening the Lord jesus was Crucified, At which time began their ordinary Sabbath.
Yet the Lord Jesus (who held close communion with the Church of the Jews) declineth their practise in that very circumstance of time in which they failed,
Yet the Lord jesus (who held close communion with the Church of the jews) declineth their practice in that very circumstance of time in which they failed,
And Luk. 22. 14. And when the hour was come he sare down &c. He would not fail in the very time of this Ordinance though a whole Church digressed from it.
And Luk. 22. 14. And when the hour was come he sare down etc. He would not fail in the very time of this Ordinance though a Whole Church digressed from it.
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This therefore justifieth the practise of such as flie from the errours that are in the Church, not daring to meddle with any impositions which are not of the Lords appointment therein,
This Therefore Justifieth the practice of such as fly from the errors that Are in the Church, not daring to meddle with any impositions which Are not of the lords appointment therein,
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if he shall hear thee thou hast gained thy brother, But if he will not hear thee then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses, every word may be established,
if he shall hear thee thou hast gained thy brother, But if he will not hear thee then take with thee one or two more, that in the Mouth of two or three Witnesses, every word may be established,
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but he teacheth an Excommunion, viz. that such as offend are to be cast out of that Church, in case they do not reform upon admonition seasonably and frequently given;
but he Teaches an Excommunion, viz. that such as offend Are to be cast out of that Church, in case they do not reform upon admonition seasonably and frequently given;
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according to that in Tit. 3. 10 A man that is an heretick after the first and second admonition reject, cast him off, separate him from your communion. This Separation is approvable;
according to that in Tit. 3. 10 A man that is an heretic After the First and second admonition reject, cast him off, separate him from your communion. This Separation is approvable;
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This he proveth and confirmeth by propounding five Questions Verse 14, 15, 16. The first is, What fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? The second, What communion hath light with darkness? The third, What concord hath Christ with Belial? The fourth, What part hath he that believeth with an infidel? The fifth, What agreement hath the Temple of God with idols? As if he should have said, These things are diametrally contrary the one to the other, they are separated asunder,
This he Proves and confirmeth by propounding five Questions Verse 14, 15, 16. The First is, What fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? The second, What communion hath Light with darkness? The third, What concord hath christ with Belial? The fourth, What part hath he that Believeth with an infidel? The fifth, What agreement hath the Temple of God with Idols? As if he should have said, These things Are diametrally contrary the one to the other, they Are separated asunder,
And therefore the people of God ought warily to avoid and separate from such things or persons as may endanger a breach of that love and amity that is between God and them.
And Therefore the people of God ought warily to avoid and separate from such things or Persons as may endanger a breach of that love and amity that is between God and them.
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You see that the Apostle Jude condemneth these false Teachers of whom he speaketh in this Epistle for their Separation, amongst other vices that they were guilty of,
You see that the Apostle U^de Condemneth these false Teachers of whom he speaks in this Epistle for their Separation, among other vices that they were guilty of,
Such may justly be challenged as guilty of sinfull Separation, who deline as unlawfull all necessary society with them whom they conceive to be unregenerate,
Such may justly be challenged as guilty of sinful Separation, who deline as unlawful all necessary society with them whom they conceive to be unregenerate,
and they were called Pharisees from the Hebrew Pharash, separavit. For though that word be metaphorically expounded to declare or to interprete, yet properly it signifieth to divide or separate as the learned observe;
and they were called Pharisees from the Hebrew Pharisee, separavit. For though that word be metaphorically expounded to declare or to interpret, yet properly it signifies to divide or separate as the learned observe;
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and blamed all those that followed not their example in this matter, as you find in that speech of theirs to the Disciples Mat. 9. 11. Why eateth your Master with publicans and sinners? But our Lord Jesus refused not to converse with them upon just occasion as appeareth by his defense in the twelfth and thirteenth verses, But when Jesus heard that, he said unto them, They that be whole need not a Physician, but they that are sick.
and blamed all those that followed not their Exampl in this matter, as you find in that speech of theirs to the Disciples Mathew 9. 11. Why Eateth your Master with Publicans and Sinners? But our Lord jesus refused not to converse with them upon just occasion as appears by his defence in the twelfth and thirteenth Verses, But when jesus herd that, he said unto them, They that be Whole need not a physician, but they that Are sick.
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By what hath been said we see that it is sinfull Separation for a man to refuse necessary company with those who are unregenerate, that it is a great fault and much to be condemned.
By what hath been said we see that it is sinful Separation for a man to refuse necessary company with those who Are unregenerate, that it is a great fault and much to be condemned.
And therefore the Apostle giveth a notable caveat concerning it 1 Cor. 5. 9-11. I wrote (saith he) unto you in an epistle not to company with fornicators.
And Therefore the Apostle gives a notable caveat Concerning it 1 Cor. 5. 9-11. I wrote (Says he) unto you in an epistle not to company with fornicators.
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Yet not altogether with the fornicators of this world, &c. But now I have written unto you (for the explanation of my meaning wherein I was not rightly understood) not to keep company, if any man that is called a brother be a fornicator,
Yet not altogether with the fornicators of this world, etc. But now I have written unto you (for the explanation of my meaning wherein I was not rightly understood) not to keep company, if any man that is called a brother be a fornicator,
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They also are to be accounted very faulty in this matter, and have justly deserved the name of Separatists, who separate themselves from the solemn Assemblies and Ordinances of Christ,
They also Are to be accounted very faulty in this matter, and have justly deserved the name of Separatists, who separate themselves from the solemn Assemblies and Ordinances of christ,
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and particularly from that great sealing Ordinance of the Lords supper, because there are some that communicate with them whom they judg to be unworthy communicants and graceless men.
and particularly from that great sealing Ordinance of the lords supper, Because there Are Some that communicate with them whom they judge to be unworthy communicants and graceless men.
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1 I say, That persons grosly ignorant, or notoriously ungodly and prophane are not fit to receive the Lords Supper, these are not able to discern the Lords body,
1 I say, That Persons grossly ignorant, or notoriously ungodly and profane Are not fit to receive the lords Supper, these Are not able to discern the lords body,
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but eat and drink unworthily, and so are guilty of the body and bloud-of the Lord, as the Apostle informeth us 1 Gor. 11. 27. 29. Such persons eat and drink their own damnation.
but eat and drink unworthily, and so Are guilty of the body and bloud-of the Lord, as the Apostle Informeth us 1 Gor. 11. 27. 29. Such Persons eat and drink their own damnation.
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2 I affirm, That it is the duty of the Officers of the Church to exclude from the Lords Supper all such as shall appear unto them to be unduly qualified for the receiving of that Ordinance;
2 I affirm, That it is the duty of the Officers of the Church to exclude from the lords Supper all such as shall appear unto them to be unduly qualified for the receiving of that Ordinance;
They were the Priests that thrust Uzziah out of the temple when the leprosie appeared upon him 2. Chr. 26. 19. 20. From these two undoubted truths which we profess, and fear not to practise, it is apparent that we allow not promiscuous or mixt communion;
They were the Priests that thrust Uzziah out of the temple when the leprosy appeared upon him 2. Christ 26. 19. 20. From these two undoubted truths which we profess, and Fear not to practise, it is apparent that we allow not promiscuous or mixed communion;
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Yet (though all this be true) it must be constantly received and maintained as a great truth, That private Christians may not therefore separate themselves from the Church,
Yet (though all this be true) it must be constantly received and maintained as a great truth, That private Christians may not Therefore separate themselves from the Church,
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or decline any of Christs Ordinances, because they see some persons admitted to participate with them in those Ordinances whom themselves look upon as ungodly men;
or decline any of Christ Ordinances, Because they see Some Persons admitted to participate with them in those Ordinances whom themselves look upon as ungodly men;
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There were great disorders in the Church of Corinth in those persons who came unto the Table of the Lord 1. Cor. 11. 21, 22. one came to it hungry and another drunken (greater miscarriages then are to be found amongst our communicants when they come to the Sacrament) and the Apostle chideth them sharply about those things, What (saith he) have ye not houses to eat and to drink in? or despise ye the Church of God,
There were great disorders in the Church of Corinth in those Persons who Come unto the Table of the Lord 1. Cor. 11. 21, 22. one Come to it hungry and Another drunken (greater miscarriages then Are to be found among our communicants when they come to the Sacrament) and the Apostle chideth them sharply about those things, What (Says he) have you not houses to eat and to drink in? or despise you the Church of God,
But you find not that he gives any commandment or allowance to any of the members of that Church to withdraw themselves and separate from communion in that Ordinance with the Church.
But you find not that he gives any Commandment or allowance to any of the members of that Church to withdraw themselves and separate from communion in that Ordinance with the Church.
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No, he commends them for this that they who were godly did not separate but came still together into one place, Verse 20; and he sharply reproveth their schisms and divisions Chap. 3. 3. And there is great reason why Christians should be very cautious in this case. For,
No, he commends them for this that they who were godly did not separate but Come still together into one place, Verse 20; and he sharply Reproveth their schisms and divisions Chap. 3. 3. And there is great reason why Christians should be very cautious in this case. For,
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and so accounted of in the judgment of those that are Officers of the Church; whose judgment is to be preferred before any private opinion of the best men.
and so accounted of in the judgement of those that Are Officers of the Church; whose judgement is to be preferred before any private opinion of the best men.
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And it is the duty of private Christians to make known such offenders to those that are over them in the Lord, that so their reformation may be endeavoured,
And it is the duty of private Christians to make known such offenders to those that Are over them in the Lord, that so their Reformation may be endeavoured,
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When Paul was coming the third time to Corinth to reform their disorder in the Ordinances of Christ, he telleth them what course he would follow in that work 2 Cor. 13. 1. In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established;
When Paul was coming the third time to Corinth to reform their disorder in the Ordinances of christ, he Telleth them what course he would follow in that work 2 Cor. 13. 1. In the Mouth of two or three Witnesses shall every word be established;
and that the Officers of the congregation may be fully persuaded, that that person hath done such a thing as might justly exclude him from the Lotds table,
and that the Officers of the congregation may be Fully persuaded, that that person hath done such a thing as might justly exclude him from the Lotds table,
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It were (as I conceive) preposterous and against the rule, to suspend any Church-member from the sealing Ordinances before he be admonished of his fault, and have shewed his obstinacie.
It were (as I conceive) preposterous and against the Rule, to suspend any Church-member from the sealing Ordinances before he be admonished of his fault, and have showed his obstinacy.
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though not to every private member, and if his repentance be known to them, and they be satisfied therewith, that should give much content to others in diverse cases.
though not to every private member, and if his Repentance be known to them, and they be satisfied therewith, that should give much content to Others in diverse cases.
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and cast not out the offender according to his merit; (as it seemeth to have been in the church of Corinth) yet that is no sound ground to forsake communion with that church.
and cast not out the offender according to his merit; (as it seems to have been in the Church of Corinth) yet that is no found ground to forsake communion with that Church.
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No private christian needs to fear that he shall be accessory to that mans sin, or receive hurt by participation in that Ordinance whereunto the other is admitted.
No private christian needs to Fear that he shall be accessory to that men since, or receive hurt by participation in that Ordinance whereunto the other is admitted.
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because dogs are suffered to be in the room and snatch at the childrens portion, there would appear more of surliness than of discretion and godly wisdom in that.
Because Dogs Are suffered to be in the room and snatch At the Children's portion, there would appear more of surliness than of discretion and godly Wisdom in that.
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This rejection of Ordinances, this separation from them, upon supposition that unworthy persons are admitted, is to be severely censured as proud censoriousness,
This rejection of Ordinances, this separation from them, upon supposition that unworthy Persons Are admitted, is to be severely censured as proud censoriousness,
These are they that say, Stand by thy self and come not near us, for we are bolier than thou. But mark what a character the Lord giveth of them Isa 65. 5. These are a smoak in my nose, they are a greater offense to God,
These Are they that say, Stand by thy self and come not near us, for we Are bolier than thou. But mark what a character the Lord gives of them Isaiah 65. 5. These Are a smoke in my nose, they Are a greater offence to God,
than the stinking snuff of a candle can be to any of us. It becometh true Christians to judg themselves and to suspect themselves rather than other men,
than the stinking snuff of a candle can be to any of us. It Becometh true Christians to judge themselves and to suspect themselves rather than other men,
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This is an occasion of much hurt and mischief in the church of God, and it were more safe for Christians to keep themselves within their due bounds and limits.
This is an occasion of much hurt and mischief in the Church of God, and it were more safe for Christians to keep themselves within their due bounds and Limits.
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IIII Those are also in a great measure guilty of hateful Separation that decline private christian communion with the godly in such duties as are of common concernment to all that fear God, as prayer, reading the word, conference &c. They that feared God spake often one to another, Mal. 3. 16.
IIII Those Are also in a great measure guilty of hateful Separation that decline private christian communion with the godly in such duties as Are of Common concernment to all that Fear God, as prayer, reading the word, conference etc. They that feared God spoke often one to Another, Malachi 3. 16.
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and the snare and bait to draw men into separation from our publique Congregations, then (whatsoever glorious gloss may be put upon them) they cease to be such meetings wherein Christ will be present;
and the snare and bait to draw men into separation from our public Congregations, then (whatsoever glorious gloss may be put upon them) they cease to be such meetings wherein christ will be present;
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and do not intermeddle to the disadvantage of Church or Commonwealth, but pray for and seek the general good of both (as the people of God did in these nations forty and fifty years ago,) then such meetings are to be countenanced and frequented.
and do not intermeddle to the disadvantage of Church or Commonwealth, but pray for and seek the general good of both (as the people of God did in these Nations forty and fifty Years ago,) then such meetings Are to be countenanced and frequented.
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for some errour which they conceive to be therein, and gather themselves into other societies distinct therefrom, are without doubt guilty of sinful Separation in an high degree.
for Some error which they conceive to be therein, and gather themselves into other societies distinct therefrom, Are without doubt guilty of sinful Separation in an high degree.
It is no light thing to give a bill of divorce to the Spouse of Christ to count her for an harlot in whose womb we have been conceived, who hath brought us forth for God,
It is no Light thing to give a bill of divorce to the Spouse of christ to count her for an harlot in whose womb we have been conceived, who hath brought us forth for God,
Such were the Pharisees of whom I spake even now, they set up their own washings and purisyings together with rhose that were appointed in the Law of the Lord,
Such were the Pharisees of whom I spoke even now, they Set up their own washings and purisyings together with rhose that were appointed in the Law of the Lord,
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and put more sanctity and holiness in them then in the Lords own institutions. Of this the Evangelist speaketh Mar. 7 3 4. The Pharisees and all the Jews,
and put more sanctity and holiness in them then in the lords own institutions. Of this the Evangelist speaks Mar. 7 3 4. The Pharisees and all the jews,
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And from these qualifications of the Doctrine, it now appeareth more fully and evidently, That there is a separation that hath been an old errour in some men that have pretended to be knowing and religious, even teachers in Israel.
And from these qualifications of the Doctrine, it now appears more Fully and evidently, That there is a separation that hath been an old error in Some men that have pretended to be knowing and religious, even Teachers in Israel.
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1 Out own experience doth sufficiently inform us of the truth of this point, there is at this day a grievous Separation made from the church, the bitterness of this cup we have tasted in the three nations, we find it to have infected many Cities, Towns, and Families.
1 Out own experience does sufficiently inform us of the truth of this point, there is At this day a grievous Separation made from the Church, the bitterness of this cup we have tasted in the three Nations, we find it to have infected many Cities, Towns, and Families.
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So soon as the children of Israel were settled in a church state by Moses in the wilderness, we find that Korah, Dathan and Abiram began this Separation, of whom we read in the sixteenth Chapter of the book of Numbers, They were men famous in the Congregation,
So soon as the children of Israel were settled in a Church state by Moses in the Wilderness, we find that Korah, Dathan and Abiram began this Separation, of whom we read in the sixteenth Chapter of the book of Numbers, They were men famous in the Congregation,
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Gideon was an holy and good man, yet he also made a rent in the church of God, insomuch as all Israel in a manner went a whoring after the Ephod which he had made and put in his city Ophrah Judg. 8. 27.
gideon was an holy and good man, yet he also made a rend in the Church of God, insomuch as all Israel in a manner went a whoring After the Ephod which he had made and put in his City Ophrah Judges 8. 27.
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What a schisme, rene, and separation did Jeroboam the son of Nebat make from the church of God when he drew the ten tribes to idolatry? and yet he covereth it with a fair pretence of reason and piety also,
What a Schism, rene, and separation did Jeroboam the son of Nebat make from the Church of God when he drew the ten tribes to idolatry? and yet he Covereth it with a fair pretence of reason and piety also,
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The Pelagians, Donatists, Familists and all the old hereticks in the church for diverse hundred years after Christ, were many of them learned men and laid claim to much sanctity and holiness yet you know what sad rents and separations they made in the church of Christ.
The Pelagians, Donatists, Familists and all the old Heretics in the Church for diverse hundred Years After christ, were many of them learned men and laid claim to much sanctity and holiness yet you know what sad rends and separations they made in the Church of christ.
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and yet you cannot be ignorant that the schisme, and separation he hath made in the church of God hath been to great, that for diverse hundreds of years scarce so much as the face of a church appeared in these Westernly parts of the world save in some few holes and corners.
and yet you cannot be ignorant that the Schism, and separation he hath made in the Church of God hath been to great, that for diverse hundreds of Years scarce so much as the face of a Church appeared in these Westernly parts of the world save in Some few holes and corners.
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When God was pleased to dispell the darkness of popery in the dayes of Luiher, and that the church of God began to flourish in Germany, behold on a sudden there ariseth a deadly Separation made by the Anabaptists and their Associates in those parts,
When God was pleased to dispel the darkness of popery in the days of Luiher, and that the Church of God began to flourish in Germany, behold on a sudden there arises a deadly Separation made by the Anabaptists and their Associates in those parts,
and uniformity in the worship of God in these Lands, be hold what a Separation and Schisme hath been made to the retarding of that glorious work, insomuch as the building of the temple of God hath ceased for diverse years elapsed,
and uniformity in the worship of God in these Lands, be hold what a Separation and Schism hath been made to the retarding of that glorious work, insomuch as the building of the temple of God hath ceased for diverse Years elapsed,
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Have not we multitudes among us that have departed from our solemn Assemblies, and cast off the publique Ordinances of the Lord Jesus Christ, especially the sealing Ordinances upon a meer pretence of non-communion with the ungodly? Nay have we not very many, both Ministers and others that have cast off our Churches,
Have not we Multitudes among us that have departed from our solemn Assemblies, and cast off the public Ordinances of the Lord jesus christ, especially the sealing Ordinances upon a mere pretence of noncommunion with the ungodly? Nay have we not very many, both Ministers and Others that have cast off our Churches,
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If they acknowledg us to be true Churches (as some of them do) then why do they separate from us? They cannot be excused from the guilt of Schism at the least.
If they acknowledge us to be true Churches (as Some of them do) then why do they separate from us? They cannot be excused from the guilt of Schism At the least.
1 That they have no precept or example in the whole Book of God, for going out of a true Church upon pretence of greater purity to be found in another,
1 That they have no precept or Exampl in the Whole Book of God, for going out of a true Church upon pretence of greater purity to be found in Another,
and they ought to be followers of God a• dear children, Eph. 5. 1. 3 That this separation (though under the pretence of greater purity to be found else where) is a dangerous sign that they were never true members of the church.
and they ought to be followers of God a• dear children, Ephesians 5. 1. 3 That this separation (though under the pretence of greater purity to be found Else where) is a dangerous Signen that they were never true members of the Church.
4 This departure of theirs is an occasion of very grievous discommodity and disadvantage to the church of God in general, which they ought warily to have declined;
4 This departure of theirs is an occasion of very grievous discommodity and disadvantage to the Church of God in general, which they ought warily to have declined;
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and (which is the thing that themselves make the most essential note of a church truely instituted.) We have the sound and sincere profession of the true faith among us.
and (which is the thing that themselves make the most essential note of a Church truly instituted.) We have the found and sincere profession of the true faith among us.
and commended themselves and then own abilities as the Apostle intimateth 2 Cor. 10. 18. but they had •ase thoughts and uttered unsit speeches against Paul Verse 10. His bodily presence (say they) is weak, and his speech contemptible; he had no good elocution.
and commended themselves and then own abilities as the Apostle intimateth 2 Cor. 10. 18. but they had •ase thoughts and uttered unsit Speeches against Paul Verse 10. His bodily presence (say they) is weak, and his speech contemptible; he had no good elocution.
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But this is far off from that which Christ requireth to be in his disciples, the first lesson to be learned in his school is self deniall Mat. 16. 24. If any man will come after me, let him deny himself.
But this is Far off from that which christ requires to be in his Disciples, the First Lesson to be learned in his school is self denial Mathew 16. 24. If any man will come After me, let him deny himself.
and learning at a higher rate then the wisdom, prudence, and holiness of a whole national Assembly of Orthodox Divines it is no wonder though he run upon this dangerous rock of separation.
and learning At a higher rate then the Wisdom, prudence, and holiness of a Whole national Assembly of Orthodox Divines it is no wonder though he run upon this dangerous rock of separation.
The Apostle speaketh fully to this 2 Pet. 2. 1-3. where he informeth us that false teachers through covetousness do with fained words make merchandise of professors.
The Apostle speaks Fully to this 2 Pet. 2. 1-3. where he Informeth us that false Teachers through covetousness do with feigned words make merchandise of professors.
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And have not some of the Separatists enlarged their precincts beyond the bounds of a Lord Bishops diocess, they are likely to watch well one over another living at such a distance.
And have not Some of the Separatists enlarged their precincts beyond the bounds of a Lord Bishops diocese, they Are likely to watch well one over Another living At such a distance.
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These are they (saith our Saviour) that seek honour one of another, and seek not the honour that cometh of God onely Joh. 5. 44. 3 Or else, they warp to separation through their own injudiciousness being unsetled in the knowledg of the truth.
These Are they (Says our Saviour) that seek honour one of Another, and seek not the honour that comes of God only John 5. 44. 3 Or Else, they warp to separation through their own injudiciousness being unsettled in the knowledge of the truth.
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It is for want of sound catechising in the fundamentals of religion that so many have of late been troubled with this vertigo •• they have got more use of their tongues than Christians had formerly,
It is for want of found catechising in the fundamentals of Religion that so many have of late been troubled with this vertigo •• they have god more use of their tongues than Christians had formerly,
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The cause why men are deceived by such delusions, is because they have not received the love of the truth into their souls 2 Thes. 2. 10, 11. They cannot by found judgment discern between truth and error when a false teacher cometh in appearance as if he were an angel of light;
The cause why men Are deceived by such delusions, is Because they have not received the love of the truth into their Souls 2 Thebes 2. 10, 11. They cannot by found judgement discern between truth and error when a false teacher comes in appearance as if he were an angel of Light;
Use 2. Hence there ariseth just ground of humiliation before the Lord this day, in that this error of separation from the Church of Christ is so overspred these dominions, and over this island particularly.
Use 2. Hence there arises just ground of humiliation before the Lord this day, in that this error of separation from the Church of christ is so overspread these Dominions, and over this island particularly.
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Israel hath sinned was that which God affirmeth to Joshua as a great ground of humiliation, Chap. 7. 11. The children of God sin against greater outward light and means of grace than others do, they sin against the inward light of the spirit of God, they sin against greater mercies than others do, they sin against covenants, vows, and strong resolutions.
Israel hath sinned was that which God Affirmeth to joshua as a great ground of humiliation, Chap. 7. 11. The children of God since against greater outward Light and means of grace than Others do, they sin against the inward Light of the Spirit of God, they sin against greater Mercies than Others do, they sin against Covenants, vows, and strong resolutions.
Satans temptation was the more dangerous, and the womans transgression the greater, when the forbidden fruit was eaten of under the shew and appearance of good Gen. 3. 5, 6. It is a great sin to call that good that is evil in it self.
Satan temptation was the more dangerous, and the woman's Transgression the greater, when the forbidden fruit was eaten of under the show and appearance of good Gen. 3. 5, 6. It is a great since to call that good that is evil in it self.
4 Separation is that leaven which leaveneth the whole lump, it is that canker or gangren that will (if God prevent it not) eat out the heart of all goodness,
4 Separation is that leaven which leaveneth the Whole lump, it is that canker or gangrene that will (if God prevent it not) eat out the heart of all Goodness,
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Meddle you not with them that are given to change their Church, It becometh us all to be of Davids mind who professeth Psal. 119. 113. I hate vain thoughts. It is in the original more emphatical ramos, or summitates arborum. I hate to be like the upper branches of a tree that are bowed and shaken with every wind, to be a weathercock in religion, without ballast, changing and turning with every turn of the times.
Meddle you not with them that Are given to change their Church, It Becometh us all to be of Davids mind who Professes Psalm 119. 113. I hate vain thoughts. It is in the original more emphatical Ramos, or summitates arborum. I hate to be like the upper branches of a tree that Are bowed and shaken with every wind, to be a weathercock in Religion, without ballast, changing and turning with every turn of the times.
Now if you would be preserved from this evil, that you may not be seduced into separation, I shal prescribe unto you five helps, which are all laid down by the Apostle Jude in the two verses that do succeed our Text (viz.) Verse 20. 21. But ye beloved, building up your selves on your most holy faith, praying in the holy Ghost, keep your selves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.
Now if you would be preserved from this evil, that you may not be seduced into separation, I shall prescribe unto you five helps, which Are all laid down by the Apostle U^de in the two Verses that do succeed our Text (viz.) Verse 20. 21. But you Beloved, building up your selves on your most holy faith, praying in the holy Ghost, keep your selves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord jesus christ unto Eternal life.
there must first be a foundation laid before we can rear a building ▪ Faith is this foundation to build upon, building on your faith. Faith in Christ Jesus will keep a man from seduction.
there must First be a Foundation laid before we can rear a building ▪ Faith is this Foundation to built upon, building on your faith. Faith in christ jesus will keep a man from seduction.
and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it, neither Satan nor seducers shall be able to lead him from the church who hath true faith fixed upon Christ, faith will conquer.
and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it, neither Satan nor seducers shall be able to led him from the Church who hath true faith fixed upon christ, faith will conquer.
He that would stand against wind and weather and not be shaken and rent from the church, must be sure to build upon the foundation, and upon that onely.
He that would stand against wind and weather and not be shaken and rend from the Church, must be sure to built upon the Foundation, and upon that only.
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The cause why the house stood when the rain descended, and the flouds came, and the windes blew and beat upon it, was because it was founded upon a rock, Mat. 7. 24. 25. On the otherside, The cause why the other house stood not but fell when the rain descended, and the flouds came,
The cause why the house stood when the rain descended, and the floods Come, and the winds blew and beatrice upon it, was Because it was founded upon a rock, Mathew 7. 24. 25. On the otherside, The cause why the other house stood not but fell when the rain descended, and the floods Come,
There is a promise which may be extended thus far, Act. 2. 21. It shall come to pass that whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, not onely from everlasting ruine,
There is a promise which may be extended thus Far, Act. 2. 21. It shall come to pass that whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, not only from everlasting ruin,
5 Hope of heaven must be firmly rooted in the heart of him that would decline this sinful Separation, Looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.
5 Hope of heaven must be firmly rooted in the heart of him that would decline this sinful Separation, Looking for the mercy of our Lord jesus christ unto Eternal life.
How this is to be done is also declared by this our Apostle Jude in the two and twentieth and three and twentieth verses of this Epistle And of some have compassion making a difference:
How this is to be done is also declared by this our Apostle U^de in the two and twentieth and three and twentieth Verses of this Epistle And of Some have compassion making a difference:
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Where the Apostle seemeth to allude to the Lords direction given under the Law concerning the purifying of things taken or recovered in war, Num. 31. 23. Every thing that may abide the fire ye shall make it go through the fire, and it shall be clean;
Where the Apostle seems to allude to the lords direction given under the Law Concerning the purifying of things taken or recovered in war, Num. 31. 23. Every thing that may abide the fire you shall make it go through the fire, and it shall be clean;
So here, in reducing a seduced brother fallen into an errour, he adviseth to distinguish of men, to make a difference of the temper of their spirits and to deal with them accordingly in this case.
So Here, in reducing a seduced brother fallen into an error, he adviseth to distinguish of men, to make a difference of the temper of their spirits and to deal with them accordingly in this case.
The Apostle Paul speaketh notably to this point, Gal. 6. 1. Brethren if any man be overtaken in a fault ye which are spiritual restore such an one in the spirit of meekness, considering thy self lest thou also be tempted.
The Apostle Paul speaks notably to this point, Gal. 6. 1. Brothers if any man be overtaken in a fault you which Are spiritual restore such an one in the Spirit of meekness, considering thy self lest thou also be tempted.
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Where observe. 1 Of whom he speaketh such as were fallen through infirmity onely and not wilfully which he calleth an evertaking in a fault, fallen into an errour inconsiderately. 2 What is to be done in this case.
Where observe. 1 Of whom he speaks such as were fallen through infirmity only and not wilfully which he calls an evertaking in a fault, fallen into an error inconsiderately. 2 What is to be done in this case.
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Restore such a one in the spirit of meekness NONLATINALPHABET Restore or set him in joint again, The phrase is borrowed from Chirurgions, who being to deal with a broken joint will handle the same very tenderly:
Restore such a one in the Spirit of meekness Restore or Set him in joint again, The phrase is borrowed from Chirurgeons, who being to deal with a broken joint will handle the same very tenderly:
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•o tender must we be in dealing with those that erre through infirmity. 3 The reason the Apostle giveth, Considering thy self lest thou also be tempted.
•o tender must we be in dealing with those that err through infirmity. 3 The reason the Apostle gives, Considering thy self lest thou also be tempted.
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2 He adviseth, That those which are stuborn, obstinate, and contumacious should be more roughly handled, with greater and more earnest expression of detestation to their errours.
2 He adviseth, That those which Are stubborn, obstinate, and contumacious should be more roughly handled, with greater and more earnest expression of detestation to their errors.
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and in all Magistrates, Ministers, and private Christians to learn to put this difference, that so you may carry it aright toward them that are fallen into this sinfull Separation.
and in all Magistrates, Ministers, and private Christians to Learn to put this difference, that so you may carry it aright towards them that Are fallen into this sinful Separation.
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