The vanity and mischief of making earthly, together with the necessity and benefit of making heavenly treasures our chiefe treasure opened in a sermon at Mary Spittle, before the Right Honorable the Lord Major and court of aldermen, of the city of London, and divers worthy citizens at their solemn anniversarie meeting, on Tuesday in Easter Week, being the 17 of Aprill 1655. / By John Crodacott, preacher of Gods word at Saviours Southwark, and Sepulchres London.
Opened in a SERMON at Mary Spittle, Before the Right Honourable the Lord Major and Court of Aldermen, on Tuesday in Easter Week, being the 17. of Aprill 1655. Matthew 6.19, 20.
Opened in a SERMON At Marry Spittle, Before the Right Honourable the Lord Major and Court of Aldermen, on Tuesday in Easter Week, being the 17. of April 1655. Matthew 6.19, 20.
I Shall not trouble or detain you with any further preamble then what will make for the argument of the Text. In this Chapter (which containeth a part of that excellent Sermon which our blessed Lord and Saviour preached to his Disciples and others in the Mount) two things are by him decryed and condemned.
I Shall not trouble or detain you with any further preamble then what will make for the argument of the Text. In this Chapter (which Containeth a part of that excellent Sermon which our blessed Lord and Saviour preached to his Disciples and Others in the Mount) two things Are by him decried and condemned.
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First, In giving of Alms, from the 1 to the 5 Verse. Secondly, In Prayer, from the 5 to the 16 Verse. Thirdly, In Fasting, from the 16 to the 19 Verse.
First, In giving of Alms, from the 1 to the 5 Verse. Secondly, In Prayer, from the 5 to the 16 Verse. Thirdly, In Fasting, from the 16 to the 19 Verse.
Be pleased to observe with me, that our blessed Saviour, well knowing that every man desires and endeavours to have some treasure or other, propounds a double Rule to be carefully observed by all Christians in their treasuring,
Be pleased to observe with me, that our blessed Saviour, well knowing that every man Desires and endeavours to have Some treasure or other, propounds a double Rule to be carefully observed by all Christians in their treasuring,
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1 The first is negative, shewing what we should not make choice of for our treasure, not worldly wealth, not any earthly thing whatsoever, in the 19 verse. Lay not up for your selves treasures upon earth.
1 The First is negative, showing what we should not make choice of for our treasure, not worldly wealth, not any earthly thing whatsoever, in the 19 verse. Lay not up for your selves treasures upon earth.
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2 The second is affirmative, shewing what we may and ought to make choice of for our treasure, in the 20 verse. But lay up for your selves treasures in heaven.
2 The second is affirmative, showing what we may and ought to make choice of for our treasure, in the 20 verse. But lay up for your selves treasures in heaven.
1 Consider it as propounded, so there are four terms considerable. 1 An Act, To lay up. 2 The Obj•••, Treasures. 3 The Place, Upon earth. 4 The End, For your selves.
1 Consider it as propounded, so there Are four terms considerable. 1 an Act, To lay up. 2 The Obj•••, Treasures. 3 The Place, Upon earth. 4 The End, For your selves.
2 Consider it as pressed by, or backed with an argument drawn from the instability and uncertainty of earthly treasures, which are obnoxious or subject unto a double danger.
2 Consider it as pressed by, or backed with an argument drawn from the instability and uncertainty of earthly treasures, which Are obnoxious or Subject unto a double danger.
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Consider it as propounded, and so there are four terms likewise considerable. 1 An Act, To lay up. 2 The Object, Treasures. 3 The place, In heaven. 4 The end, For your selves.
Consider it as propounded, and so there Are four terms likewise considerable. 1 an Act, To lay up. 2 The Object, Treasures. 3 The place, In heaven. 4 The end, For your selves.
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Lay up for your selves, &c. In the handling of this Text, I shall endeavour to be serviceable to your souls, By 1 An explication of the severall terms. 2 The confirmation of the Propo•••ions deducible or emergent. 3 The application of them unto your and mine own soul.
Lay up for your selves, etc. In the handling of this Text, I shall endeavour to be serviceable to your Souls, By 1 an explication of the several terms. 2 The confirmation of the Propo•••ions deducible or emergent. 3 The application of them unto your and mine own soul.
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But what are those earthly treasures which we may not treasure up, as our chief treasure? (for that's chiefly intended.) Answ. There a•• three sorts of earthly things (as one well observes) which humane providence is wont to store or treasure up.
But what Are those earthly treasures which we may not treasure up, as our chief treasure? (for that's chiefly intended.) Answer There a•• three sorts of earthly things (as one well observes) which humane providence is wont to store or treasure up.
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2 Com and Fruits of the earth, thus we read, 2 Cron. 32.28. that Hezekiah had store-houses (which were a kinde of treasuries) for the increase of corn and wine and oil.
2 Come and Fruits of the earth, thus we read, 2 Cron. 32.28. that Hezekiah had storehouses (which were a kind of treasuries) for the increase of corn and wine and oil.
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3 Gold and Silver, Jewels, and the like; thus we read, 2 Chron. 32.27. that Hezekiah had treasuries for silver and for gold, and for precious stones, and for all manner of pleasant Jewels.
3 Gold and Silver, Jewels, and the like; thus we read, 2 Chronicles 32.27. that Hezekiah had treasuries for silver and for gold, and for precious stones, and for all manner of pleasant Jewels.
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Now these three sorts of earthly treasures our Saviour tells us are subject to such great uncertainties as render them unfit and unworthy to be stored or treasured up as our chief treasure, for
Now these three sorts of earthly treasures our Saviour tells us Are Subject to such great uncertainties as render them unfit and unworthy to be stored or treasured up as our chief treasure, for
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1 Garments or Clothes are subject to moths, Isa. 51.8. the moth shall eat them up like a garment, which is a proverbial speech; and, James 5.2. the Apostle tells us, they are more then subject to mothes.
1 Garments or Clothes Are Subject to moths, Isaiah 51.8. the moth shall eat them up like a garment, which is a proverbial speech; and, James 5.2. the Apostle tells us, they Are more then Subject to moths.
thus we read, that all Hezekiahs treasures were carried away as a spoil to Babylon, which was threatened in the dayes of Hezekiah by the Prophet Isaiah for his pride of heart and vain-glory, in shewing all his treasures to the Ambassadours of the King of Babylon, 2 Kings 20.13. compared with the the 17th. verse, and accordingly accomplished in the daies of Jehoiakim, 2 King. 24.13.
thus we read, that all Hezekiah's treasures were carried away as a spoil to Babylon, which was threatened in the days of Hezekiah by the Prophet Isaiah for his pride of heart and vainglory, in showing all his treasures to the ambassadors of the King of Babylon, 2 Kings 20.13. compared with the the 17th. verse, and accordingly accomplished in the days of Jehoiakim, 2 King. 24.13.
yet is it the centre of most mens studies and actions. 'Twas the Apostle Pauls complaint, Phil. 2.21. That all (that is, the greater part) seek their own. Its an empty vine that brings forth fruit to it self, Hos. 10.1.
yet is it the centre of most men's studies and actions. 'Twas the Apostle Paul's complaint, Philip 2.21. That all (that is, the greater part) seek their own. Its an empty vine that brings forth fruit to it self, Hos. 10.1.
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nor enriched with terrene riches for himself, yet carnal men are all for themselves, now they live to themselves and ere long they will also die to themselves.
nor enriched with terrene riches for himself, yet carnal men Are all for themselves, now they live to themselves and ere long they will also die to themselves.
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This hoarding or treasuring up earthly treasures for our selves without any regard had unto either the incumbent or imminent, the present or future necessities of the Common-wealth,
This hoarding or treasuring up earthly treasures for our selves without any regard had unto either the incumbent or imminent, the present or future necessities of the Commonwealth,
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Thus you have the explication of the terms of the 19th. verse, from whence I might raise several Corollaries or Doctrinal Conclusions, which naturally arise out of this Scripture;
Thus you have the explication of the terms of the 19th. verse, from whence I might raise several Corollaries or Doctrinal Conclusions, which naturally arise out of this Scripture;
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but I shall mention but one unto you, under which some others deducible shall in my subsequent Discourse be touched upon and hinted at: the Observation is this;
but I shall mention but one unto you, under which Some Others deducible shall in my subsequent Discourse be touched upon and hinted At: the Observation is this;
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To prevent mistake, I shall premise two things before I fall directly upon the point. 1 That all treasuring up of earthly treasures is not in this place simply condemned.
To prevent mistake, I shall premise two things before I fallen directly upon the point. 1 That all treasuring up of earthly treasures is not in this place simply condemned.
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First, Industry and diligence in a lawful and warrantable vocation or calling in order to a competent provision of terrene or earthly things for our selves, is not condemned in Sacred Writ, but commended;
First, Industry and diligence in a lawful and warrantable vocation or calling in order to a competent provision of terrene or earthly things for our selves, is not condemned in Sacred Writ, but commended;
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the custody and culture of Paradise was committed to Adam in innocency, Gen. 2.15. The Lord God took the man and put him into the Garden of Eden to dresse it and to keep it.
the custody and culture of Paradise was committed to Adam in innocency, Gen. 2.15. The Lord God took the man and put him into the Garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it.
Since the fall of man it is Gods Ordinance, that in the sweat of our faces (our brows or brains) we should eat bread, until we return to the ground, Gen. 3.19.
Since the fallen of man it is God's Ordinance, that in the sweat of our faces (our brows or brains) we should eat bred, until we return to the ground, Gen. 3.19.
which Sanction or Ordinance the Gospel hath not •ullified or mollified into delicacy or idlenesse, but inforceth sub poenâ, under a penalty, 2 Thess 3.10. When we were with you (saith the Apostle) this we commanded you, that if any would not work neither should he eat.
which Sanction or Ordinance the Gospel hath not •ullified or mollified into delicacy or idleness, but enforceth sub poenâ, under a penalty, 2 Thess 3.10. When we were with you (Says the Apostle) this we commanded you, that if any would not work neither should he eat.
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2 Industry and diligence in a lawfull and warrantable Vocation or Calling, in order to a competent provision of earthly things for our Children and Relations, is not condemned in Sacred Writ, but commended, 2 Cor. 12.14. Parents ought to lay up for their Children? And the same Holy Apostle hath branded him with a black coal, that provides not for his own; 1 Tim. 5.8.
2 Industry and diligence in a lawful and warrantable Vocation or Calling, in order to a competent provision of earthly things for our Children and Relations, is not condemned in Sacred Writ, but commended, 2 Cor. 12.14. Parents ought to lay up for their Children? And the same Holy Apostle hath branded him with a black coal, that provides not for his own; 1 Tim. 5.8.
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and wealth, and honour for himselfe, but wisdome and knowledge; therefore he will give him riches, and wealth, and honour, as an overplus or advantage.
and wealth, and honour for himself, but Wisdom and knowledge; Therefore he will give him riches, and wealth, and honour, as an overplus or advantage.
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thus we read that Abraham was a very rich man, Gen. 13.2. Abraham was very rich (saith the Text) in cattel, in silver, and in gold, A very rich man and a very holy man too;
thus we read that Abraham was a very rich man, Gen. 13.2. Abraham was very rich (Says the Text) in cattle, in silver, and in gold, A very rich man and a very holy man too;
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and we read that Davids treasures were exceeding great, 1 Chron. 22.14. he left Solomon for the building of the Temple an hundred thousand talents of Gold,
and we read that Davids treasures were exceeding great, 1 Chronicles 22.14. he left Solomon for the building of the Temple an hundred thousand Talents of Gold,
Now surely the Lord would never have given earthly treasures to those and others of his Worthies, had •he possession of them been unlawful, Divitiae nè malae putentur dantur bonis, nè •agna vel summae dantur & malis, saith Augustine, lest we should think riches evil in themselves, they are given to those that are good;
Now surely the Lord would never have given earthly treasures to those and Others of his Worthies, had •he possession of them been unlawful, Divitiae nè Malae putentur dantur bonis, nè •agna vel Summae dantur & malis, Says Augustine, lest we should think riches evil in themselves, they Are given to those that Are good;
as our chief treasure? I answer, it implies three things. 1 Inordinate affection unto any earthly thing as our chief treasure. 2 Excessive pursuit after any earthly thing as our chief treasure. 3 Vain confidence and trust in any earthly thing as our chief treasure.
as our chief treasure? I answer, it Implies three things. 1 Inordinate affection unto any earthly thing as our chief treasure. 2 Excessive pursuit After any earthly thing as our chief treasure. 3 Vain confidence and trust in any earthly thing as our chief treasure.
Take heed of passing over your hearts and affections to those things you have in your hands. 2 Excessive pursuit after them; 1 Timothy 6.9. the Apostle speaks of some that will be rich, NONLATINALPHABET, some men are resolved to be rich, per fas & nefas, either by hook or crook; as they usually say;
Take heed of passing over your hearts and affections to those things you have in your hands. 2 Excessive pursuit After them; 1 Timothy 6.9. the Apostle speaks of Some that will be rich,, Some men Are resolved to be rich, per fas & nefas, either by hook or crook; as they usually say;
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thus Judas will betray his Lord and Master rather then not be fingring the pieces of silver, Matth. 26.15, 16. They (that is, the chief Priests) covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver,
thus Judas will betray his Lord and Master rather then not be fingering the Pieces of silver, Matthew 26.15, 16. They (that is, the chief Priests) covenanted with him for thirty Pieces of silver,
The worldlings wedge is his confidence, his gold is his god: Jer. 48.7. we finde the Moabites charged herewith, Thou hast trusted in thy works and in thy treasures: and, Jer. 49.4. we finde the Ammonites, who were the Moabites brethren, charged with the like vain confidence:
The worldlings wedge is his confidence, his gold is his god: Jer. 48.7. we find the Moabites charged herewith, Thou hast trusted in thy works and in thy treasures: and, Jer. 49.4. we find the Ammonites, who were the Moabites brothers, charged with the like vain confidence:
Wherefore gloriest thou in thy valleys, thy flowing valley, ô backsliding daughter? that trusted in her treasures, saying, who shall come unto me? Thus did that rich fool in the Gospel, Luke 12.19.
Wherefore gloriest thou in thy valleys, thy flowing valley, o backsliding daughter? that trusted in her treasures, saying, who shall come unto me? Thus did that rich fool in the Gospel, Lycia 12.19.
1 Of gold and silver, pearls, and precious stones, what are they but clods of dust, white & yellow earth, the guts and garbage of the earth, thick clay; so Habbakkuk 2.6. terms them;
1 Of gold and silver, Pearls, and precious stones, what Are they but clods of dust, white & yellow earth, the guts and garbage of the earth, thick clay; so Habakkuk 2.6. terms them;
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or Velvets, what is his clothing but the issue or excrements of worms? Now are these things worthy to be our chief treasure which have so vile a pedi•••e, so base an original?
or Velvets, what is his clothing but the issue or excrements of worms? Now Are these things worthy to be our chief treasure which have so vile a pedi•••e, so base an original?
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1 Negatively, what they are not. 2 Affirmatively, what they are. 1 Negatively, what they are not. Answ. They are, 1 Not distinguishing. 2 Not satisfying. 3 Not reforming. First, not distinguishing:
1 Negatively, what they Are not. 2 Affirmatively, what they Are. 1 Negatively, what they Are not. Answer They Are, 1 Not distinguishing. 2 Not satisfying. 3 Not reforming. First, not distinguishing:
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But, beloved, they are not characteristical, evidential, or demonstrative, of the special love and favour of 〈 … 〉 Nay, a man may be outwardly blessed, yet inwardly cursed;
But, Beloved, they Are not characteristical, evidential, or demonstrative, of the special love and favour of 〈 … 〉 Nay, a man may be outwardly blessed, yet inwardly cursed;
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Wicked men have had their belli•s filled with eatthly treasures, Psal. 17.14. the Psalmist speaks of men of the world, which have their portion in this life, whose belly (saith he) thou fillest with thy hid treasure.
Wicked men have had their belli•s filled with eatthly treasures, Psalm 17.14. the Psalmist speaks of men of the world, which have their portion in this life, whose belly (Says he) thou Fillest with thy hid treasure.
or at his girdle, but the Devil in his heart. 2 They are not satisfying, Ecclesiastes 5.10. He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver, nor he that loveth abundance with increase.
or At his girdle, but the devil in his heart. 2 They Are not satisfying, Ecclesiastes 5.10. He that loves silver shall not be satisfied with silver, nor he that loves abundance with increase.
Balaam (we read) loved the wages of unrighteousnesse; 2 Pet. 2.15. And he posted after it, but what did he get by it but a sword in his bowels. Numb. 31.8. Copartner he was with those in suffering, whose Counsellour for wages of unrighteousnesse he had been in sinning.
balaam (we read) loved the wages of unrighteousness; 2 Pet. 2.15. And he posted After it, but what did he get by it but a sword in his bowels. Numb. 31.8. Copartner he was with those in suffering, whose Counselor for wages of unrighteousness he had been in sinning.
and the wedge of gold of fifty shekels weight which he hid in the earth, Joshua 7.21. What (I say) did he get by these treasures, but the stones about his ears;
and the wedge of gold of fifty shekels weight which he hid in the earth, joshua 7.21. What (I say) did he get by these treasures, but the stones about his ears;
And what did Gehazie get by his li• for a talent of silver and two changes of garments ( 2 Kings 5.22) but a Leprosie sticking to him and unto his seed for ever, as you may read at the 27. verse.
And what did Gehazi get by his li• for a talon of silver and two changes of garments (2 Kings 5.22) but a Leprosy sticking to him and unto his seed for ever, as you may read At the 27. verse.
So subject are these metals which worldlings dote upon to defile us, that God made a law to have them purified ' ere he would have them used, Numb. 31.22, 23. Tertullian is of opinion, that Judas carried himself honestly, usque ad loculorum officium, until he was made his masters purse-bearer:
So Subject Are these metals which worldlings dote upon to defile us, that God made a law to have them purified ' ere he would have them used, Numb. 31.22, 23. Tertullian is of opinion, that Judas carried himself honestly, usque ad loculorum officium, until he was made his Masters purse-bearer:
Pope Adrian the sixth, said, that nothing befell him more unhappy in all his life, then that he had been head of the Church, and Monarch of the Christian Common-wealth.
Pope Adrian the sixth, said, that nothing befell him more unhappy in all his life, then that he had been head of the Church, and Monarch of the Christian Commonwealth.
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and 'tis too often verified, Magnus est dives, qui non ideo se magnum putat, quia dives est, saith Augustine; He is a great (indeed a rare rich man) that counts not himself greater for his riches.
and it's too often verified, Magnus est dives, qui non ideo se magnum putat, quia dives est, Says Augustine; He is a great (indeed a rare rich man) that counts not himself greater for his riches.
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hence it is, that Paul straightly chargeth Timothy to charge rich men that they be not high-minded, 1 Tim 6.17. Charge them that are rich in this world that they be not high-minded.
hence it is, that Paul straightly charges Timothy to charge rich men that they be not High-minded, 1 Tim 6.17. Charge them that Are rich in this world that they be not High-minded.
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It is storied of one Apicius that his kitchen expences amounted unto more then two millions of gold per annum; and that at length, finding by his accompt that he had eaten up so much of his estate,
It is storied of one Apicius that his kitchen expenses amounted unto more then two millions of gold per annum; and that At length, finding by his account that he had eaten up so much of his estate,
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when the prodigal son had gotten his portion into his own hands, then was he a fit companion for harlots, doubtlesse many secret whoredomes are maintained, many unlawful issues kept and shifted off in this City by men that abound with earthly treasures.
when the prodigal son had got his portion into his own hands, then was he a fit Companion for harlots, doubtless many secret whoredoms Are maintained, many unlawful issues kept and shifted off in this city by men that abound with earthly treasures.
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'Tis not immaterial to be observed, that the dreadful woes denounced in Scripture against this sin of oppression are levelled against great and rich men:
It's not immaterial to be observed, that the dreadful woes denounced in Scripture against this since of oppression Are leveled against great and rich men:
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as, Isa. 10.1, 2. Woe unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousnesse which they have prescribed, to turn aside the needy from judgement,
as, Isaiah 10.1, 2. Woe unto them that Decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousness which they have prescribed, to turn aside the needy from judgement,
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Now who were they that enacted such injurious and cruel decrees but great and rich men? their wicked Rulers and Judges whose will (indeed lust) was their law;
Now who were they that enacted such injurious and cruel decrees but great and rich men? their wicked Rulers and Judges whose will (indeed lust) was their law;
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so, James 2.6. Do not rich men oppresse you (saith the Apostle) and draw you before the judgement-seats? Rich men are many times great oppressors, they have power aswell as will,
so, James 2.6. Do not rich men oppress you (Says the Apostle) and draw you before the judgement-seats? Rich men Are many times great Oppressors's, they have power aswell as will,
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There appeared a great wonder in heaven, a woman cloathed with the Sun, that is, the Church cloathed with Christ, having the Moon under her feet, that is, the World, according to the stream of the best Expositors, who make the Moon here an Embleme of the World, and not unfitly.
There appeared a great wonder in heaven, a woman clothed with the Sun, that is, the Church clothed with christ, having the Moon under her feet, that is, the World, according to the stream of the best Expositors, who make the Moon Here an Emblem of the World, and not unfitly.
the fashion of this world passeth away: To this purpose is that of the Apostle, 1 John 2.17. The world passeth away: and as for the enjoyments of this world, they are compared to a flock of birds;
the fashion of this world passes away: To this purpose is that of the Apostle, 1 John 2.17. The world passes away: and as for the enjoyments of this world, they Are compared to a flock of Birds;
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They have great Eagles wings to fly from us (saith one of the Fathers) but to follow after us, ne passerinas quidem alas, not so much as little Sparrows wings.
They have great Eagles wings to fly from us (Says one of the Father's) but to follow After us, ne passerinas quidem alas, not so much as little Sparrows wings.
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That is, whereas you thought to lay up treasures for time to come, you shall in effect finde, that you have laid up Gods Wrath. O! how many in treasuring up wealth do treasure up the wrath and vengeance of God also.
That is, whereas you Thought to lay up treasures for time to come, you shall in Effect find, that you have laid up God's Wrath. OH! how many in treasuring up wealth do treasure up the wrath and vengeance of God also.
How dearly earned doth Judas count his thirty pieces now? and thus you have the first ground or reason why we should not treasure up earthly treasures as our chief treasure.
How dearly earned does Judas count his thirty Pieces now? and thus you have the First ground or reason why we should not treasure up earthly treasures as our chief treasure.
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as our chief treasure, it is such a sin as the Apostle would not have to be named amongst Christians without extream detestation, Ephes. 5.3. Fornication and all uncleannesse or covetousnesse, let it not be once named amongst you, as becometh Saints.
as our chief treasure, it is such a since as the Apostle would not have to be nam among Christians without extreme detestation, Ephesians 5.3. Fornication and all uncleanness or covetousness, let it not be once nam among you, as Becometh Saints.
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This sin is called Idolatry, Coloss. 3.5. Mortifie your members which are upon the earth: fornication, uncleannesse, and covetousnesse, which is Idolatry.
This since is called Idolatry, Coloss. 3.5. Mortify your members which Are upon the earth: fornication, uncleanness, and covetousness, which is Idolatry.
This ye know, that no whoremonger nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an Idolater, hath any inheritance in the Kingdome of Christ, and of God.
This you know, that no whoremonger nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an Idolater, hath any inheritance in the Kingdom of christ, and of God.
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now that which the heart and affections run out unto as the summum bonum, ' its chief good, that is unto that soul instead of God. 2 They have his trust:
now that which the heart and affections run out unto as the summum bonum, ' its chief good, that is unto that soul instead of God. 2 They have his trust:
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He trusteth in uncertain riches, contrary to that charge, 1 Tim. 6.17. Charge them that are rich in this world, that they trust not in uncertain riches. 3 They have his service:
He Trusteth in uncertain riches, contrary to that charge, 1 Tim. 6.17. Charge them that Are rich in this world, that they trust not in uncertain riches. 3 They have his service:
Now that which one worshippeth and serveth is his God. Our blessed Saviour saith peremptorily, that no servant can serve two masters, Luke 16.13. As God and the Devil, and God and the flesh:
Now that which one Worshippeth and serves is his God. Our blessed Saviour Says peremptorily, that no servant can serve two Masters, Lycia 16.13. As God and the devil, and God and the Flesh:
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The soul of God abhors it, and 'tis worthy your observation, the sin of Idolatry and this of Covetousnesse (under hand) which is called Idolatry) are both stigmatized with the infamy of whoredome and adultery against God. Isa. 57.8. Thou hast discovered thy self to another then me, thou hast enlarged thy bed, and made a covenant with them, thou lovedst their bed when thou sawest it: So Ezek. 26.25. Thou hast opened thy feet to every one that passed by, and multiplied thy whoredomes:
The soul of God abhors it, and it's worthy your observation, the since of Idolatry and this of Covetousness (under hand) which is called Idolatry) Are both stigmatized with the infamy of whoredom and adultery against God. Isaiah 57.8. Thou hast discovered thy self to Another then me, thou hast enlarged thy Bed, and made a Covenant with them, thou lovedest their Bed when thou Sawest it: So Ezekiel 26.25. Thou hast opened thy feet to every one that passed by, and multiplied thy whoredoms:
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And that inordinate love of the world is a spiritual adultery, you may see, Iames 4.4. Ye adulterers and adulteresses know ye not the friendship of the world is enmity with God:
And that inordinate love of the world is a spiritual adultery, you may see, James 4.4. You Adulterers and Adulteresses know you not the friendship of the world is enmity with God:
In a word, that soul that layes out that love and zeal and confidence, or trust, which is due to God upon his earthly treasures, is a spiritual Idolater and an Adulterer.
In a word, that soul that lays out that love and zeal and confidence, or trust, which is due to God upon his earthly treasures, is a spiritual Idolater and an Adulterer.
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This argues that something on this side heaven is your chief treasure. Do you observe that rule laid down by our Saviour, Matth. 6.33. Seek ye first the Kingdome of God and his righteousnesse. Good Lord!
This argues that something on this side heaven is your chief treasure. Do you observe that Rule laid down by our Saviour, Matthew 6.33. Seek you First the Kingdom of God and his righteousness. Good Lord!
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give him a morsel of meat or a messe of pottage, and as for the Birthright take it who will, Heb. 12.16. and this was the Gergesenes sin, they had rather Satan should reside and play Rex in their own souls then in their swine;
give him a morsel of meat or a mess of pottage, and as for the Birthright take it who will, Hebrew 12.16. and this was the Gadarenes since, they had rather Satan should reside and play Rex in their own Souls then in their Swine;
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When our blessed Lord bad that man sell what he had and give to the poor (but the man went away sorrowful) does it not argue and infer, that his earthly treasures had too much interest in his heart and affections?
When our blessed Lord bade that man fell what he had and give to the poor (but the man went away sorrowful) does it not argue and infer, that his earthly treasures had too much Interest in his heart and affections?
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Haman was a man that sucked at the fair and full breasts of the world, he was one of the worlds darlings (as they usually say) and yet was he not content therewith, Ester 5.13. All this availeth me nothing, so long as I see Mordecai the Jew sitting at the Kings gate.
Haman was a man that sucked At the fair and full breasts of the world, he was one of the world's darlings (as they usually say) and yet was he not content therewith, Ester 5.13. All this availeth me nothing, so long as I see Mordecai the Jew sitting At the Kings gate.
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the lesse interest the things of this world have in a mans heart and affections, the lesse grief will there be at that mans parting with any thing in the world.
the less Interest the things of this world have in a men heart and affections, the less grief will there be At that men parting with any thing in the world.
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But when there's a-great deal of grief at parting, this argues such a creature-comfort lay too neer the heart, whilst enjoyed, Hosea 7.14. They houled upon their beds for corn and wine.
But when there's a-great deal of grief At parting, this argues such a Creature comfort lay too near the heart, while enjoyed, Hosea 7.14. They houled upon their Beds for corn and wine.
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Consider it as propounded, and so there are four terms considerable (as you heard before) 1 An Act, Lay up, or Treasure up. 2 The Object, Treasures. 3 The Place, In heaven. 4 The End, For your selves.
Consider it as propounded, and so there Are four terms considerable (as you herd before) 1 an Act, Lay up, or Treasure up. 2 The Object, Treasures. 3 The Place, In heaven. 4 The End, For your selves.
Some variety there is amongst Interpreters about the interpretation of the object, what this treasure is, which Christians may and ought to treasure up for themselves.
some variety there is among Interpreters about the Interpretation of the Object, what this treasure is, which Christians may and ought to treasure up for themselves.
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I shall not detain you with a prolix examination and confutation of the Exposition of the Church of Rome, who make the overplus of Christs merits and of the merits of Saints and Martyrs to be the true treasure of the Church, which is (say they) in the Popes custody.
I shall not detain you with a prolix examination and confutation of the Exposition of the Church of Rome, who make the overplus of Christ merits and of the merits of Saints and Martyrs to be the true treasure of the Church, which is (say they) in the Popes custody.
May not a Creditor justly require a just debt from a Bankrupt? In short, we are able and too too apt of our selves to treasure up unto our selves wrath against the day of wrath,
May not a Creditor justly require a just debt from a Bankrupt? In short, we Are able and too too apt of our selves to treasure up unto our selves wrath against the day of wrath,
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1 Some by treasures in this place do understand almes, comparing this Text with that, 1 Tim. 6.17, 18, 19. Charge them that are rich in this world, that they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store f•• •hemselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.
1 some by treasures in this place do understand alms, comparing this Text with that, 1 Tim. 6.17, 18, 19. Charge them that Are rich in this world, that they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store f•• •hemselves a good Foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on Eternal life.
Learned and holy Mr. Perkins (now happy in heaven) by treasures in heaven in this place understandeth Jesus Christ, who is the true treasure, in whom all treasures are hid, Coll. 2.3. in whom (that is in Christ) are hid all the treasures of wisdome and knowledge.
Learned and holy Mr. Perkins (now happy in heaven) by treasures in heaven in this place understands jesus christ, who is the true treasure, in whom all treasures Are hid, Coll. 2.3. in whom (that is in christ) Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge.
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This treasure is a Christians true riches, so called, Coll. 1.27. to whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is Christ in you:
This treasure is a Christians true riches, so called, Coll. 1.27. to whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is christ in you:
1 In general. 2 More particularly. 1 In general, because Christ is the chiefly desirable treasure, Haggai 2.7. he is stiled the desire of all Nations;
1 In general. 2 More particularly. 1 In general, Because christ is the chiefly desirable treasure, Chaggai 2.7. he is styled the desire of all nations;
Others would have us understand by the desire of all Nations, the desirable things, the choice treasure of the Nations, which were to be tendred unto Christ at his comming in the flesh.
Others would have us understand by the desire of all nations, the desirable things, the choice treasure of the nations, which were to be tendered unto christ At his coming in the Flesh.
Thus we read of an oblation of gold, and frankincense, and myrrhe, which was made by the wise men unto Christ, Matth. 2.11. When they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts, gold, & frankinsence, & myrrhe:
Thus we read of an oblation of gold, and frankincense, and myrrh, which was made by the wise men unto christ, Matthew 2.11. When they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him Gifts, gold, & frankincense, & myrrh:
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But others (indeed the most) understand this Text of the Messias, the Lord Jesus Christ, desideratus omnium gentium, so Hierome, the person that is desired of all Nations,
But Others (indeed the most) understand this Text of the Messias, the Lord jesus christ, Desideratus omnium gentium, so Jerome, the person that is desired of all nations,
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as you may see, Heb. 12.26. well then, Christ is the desire of all Nations. 'Tis notable, the word is abstract, not concrete, he is stiled, not the person desired,
as you may see, Hebrew 12.26. well then, christ is the desire of all nations. It's notable, the word is abstract, not concrete, he is styled, not the person desired,
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1 The Lord Jesus Christ is altogether desirable, his person is desireable, his offices are desireable, his service is desireable, his yoke easie, Matth. 11.30. easie in regard of (to name no other regards) the yoke of sin and Satan:
1 The Lord jesus christ is altogether desirable, his person is desirable, his Offices Are desirable, his service is desirable, his yoke easy, Matthew 11.30. easy in regard of (to name no other regards) the yoke of since and Satan:
2 The Lord Jesus Christ he is totum desiderabile, all that can be desired, which is not predicable of any or all the treasures of this world, Prov, 3.15. All the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto this treasure:
2 The Lord jesus christ he is totum desiderabile, all that can be desired, which is not predicable of any or all the treasures of this world, Curae, 3.15. All the things thou Canst desire Are not to be compared unto this treasure:
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what are the brightest beauties of nature compared unto that beauty which is in Jesus Christ? Surely they are but a dim shadow of his beauty, Psal. 45.2. He is fairer then the children of men:
what Are the Brightest beauty's of nature compared unto that beauty which is in jesus christ? Surely they Are but a dim shadow of his beauty, Psalm 45.2. He is Fairer then the children of men:
when the Church had limmed out his beauty and amiablenesse from top to toe, she is forced to break off with a general Elogy, Cant. 5.16. He is altogether lovely; all the beauty of God the Father is put forth in Christ, who is the resplendency of the Fathers glory.
when the Church had limmed out his beauty and amiableness from top to toe, she is forced to break off with a general Eulogy, Cant 5.16. He is altogether lovely; all the beauty of God the Father is put forth in christ, who is the resplendency of the Father's glory.
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but the substantial reflexion of the Fathers light, beauty, and glory? Oh! how are the eyes of Angels taken up with beholding the beauty, the amiablenesse and lovelinesse of this treasure.
but the substantial reflection of the Father's Light, beauty, and glory? Oh! how Are the eyes of Angels taken up with beholding the beauty, the amiableness and loveliness of this treasure.
2 Is it gain or profit which you account deservedly attractive of your love? why, the merchandise of this treasure is better then the merchandise of silver,
2 Is it gain or profit which you account deservedly Attractive of your love? why, the merchandise of this treasure is better then the merchandise of silver,
Thus Demas when once he imbraced the world, then farewel Paul, and farewel soul too, 2 Tim. 4.10. Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world.
Thus Demas when once he embraced the world, then farewell Paul, and farewell soul too, 2 Tim. 4.10. Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world.
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But he that gaineth this treasure cannot possibly lose his soul, the very name of this treasure soundeth salvation, Matth. 1.21. Thou shalt call his name Jesus, for he shall save his people from their sins.
But he that gains this treasure cannot possibly loose his soul, the very name of this treasure soundeth salvation, Matthew 1.21. Thou shalt call his name jesus, for he shall save his people from their Sins.
but now all that have title to this treasure are Kings and Priests unto God, Revel. 1.6. Indeed on earth they are but warring Kings, but in heaven they shall be triumphing Kings, crowned Kings, Revel. 4.4. heirs they are of the everlasting Kingdome of our Lord and Saviour Iesus Christ, a Kingdome which cannot be moved.
but now all that have title to this treasure Are Kings and Priests unto God, Revel. 1.6. Indeed on earth they Are but warring Kings, but in heaven they shall be triumphing Kings, crowned Kings, Revel. 4.4. Heirs they Are of the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Iesus christ, a Kingdom which cannot be moved.
2 More particularly, be pleased to consider with me that Iesus Christ is, 1 A soul-beautifying treasure. 2 A soul satisfying treasure. 3 A durable everlasting treasure.
2 More particularly, be pleased to Consider with me that Iesus christ is, 1 A soul-beautifying treasure. 2 A soul satisfying treasure. 3 A durable everlasting treasure.
1 This treasure is a soul-beautifying treasure, the soul of man by nature is of all other things in the world, one of the vilest, most polluted and loathsome thing in the sight of God,
1 This treasure is a soul-beautifying treasure, the soul of man by nature is of all other things in the world, one of the Vilest, most polluted and loathsome thing in the sighed of God,
but this treasure doth singularly beautifie the soul that hath it, Cant. 4.7. Thou art all fair, my Love, (saith Christ to his Church) there is no spot in thee:
but this treasure does singularly beautify the soul that hath it, Cant 4.7. Thou art all fair, my Love, (Says christ to his Church) there is no spot in thee:
Who is she that looketh forth as the morning, fair as the Moon, clear as the Sun? The Church of Christ by vertue of her title unto and possession of this treasure is clear as the Sun, in regard of justification,
Who is she that looks forth as the morning, fair as the Moon, clear as the Sun? The Church of christ by virtue of her title unto and possession of this treasure is clear as the Sun, in regard of justification,
2 This Treasure is a soul-satisfying treasure, he that hath an interest in this treasure, may lay this conclusion firmly in his own spirit, That the same God that hath given unto him this treasure, cannot but with him give him all things also. Take it in two particulars.
2 This Treasure is a Soul-satisfying treasure, he that hath an Interest in this treasure, may lay this conclusion firmly in his own Spirit, That the same God that hath given unto him this treasure, cannot but with him give him all things also. Take it in two particulars.
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he hath all by the free-holding of grace; his bread not by common providence onely, but by Covenant, Isa. 33.16. Bread shall be given him, his waters shall be sure;
he hath all by the free-holding of grace; his bred not by Common providence only, but by Covenant, Isaiah 33.16. Bred shall be given him, his waters shall be sure;
his sleep not by common providence onely, but by promise, Prov. 3.24. When thou liest down thou shalt not be afraid, yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
his sleep not by Common providence only, but by promise, Curae 3.24. When thou liest down thou shalt not be afraid, yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
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It is storied of Gregory, that when he was advanced to high preferment, he professed, that no Scripture was ever so terrible in his ears, as that, Luke 6.24. Woe unto you that are rich, for you have received your consolation;
It is storied of Gregory, that when he was advanced to high preferment, he professed, that no Scripture was ever so terrible in his ears, as that, Lycia 6.24. Woe unto you that Are rich, for you have received your consolation;
this Scripture sounded in his ears, as Jerome said, that Scripture did in his, surgite mortui, & venite ad judicium, arise ye dead, and come to judgement.
this Scripture sounded in his ears, as Jerome said, that Scripture did in his, surgite Deads, & venite ad judicium, arise you dead, and come to judgement.
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Thus ye have the reasons, why Christians ought to make Christ their chief treasure. Give me leave now to improve it by way of Use and Application. By way of
Thus you have the Reasons, why Christians ought to make christ their chief treasure. Give me leave now to improve it by Way of Use and Application. By Way of
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hath the Lord throughly convinced you, that without a title to this treasure, you are undone for ever? And doth this make you cry out with Rachel, in another case, Give me children (saith she) or else I die; so doth thy soul unfeignedly and feelingly say, Lord, give me Christ, the true treasure,
hath the Lord thoroughly convinced you, that without a title to this treasure, you Are undone for ever? And does this make you cry out with Rachel, in Another case, Give me children (Says she) or Else I die; so does thy soul unfeignedly and feelingly say, Lord, give me christ, the true treasure,
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nay, they many times make a man worse, but this treasure, (the Lord hath let thee see) will make thee better, it will enlighten thy mind, it will purifie thy heart, it will purge thy conscience, 'twill every way beautifie thy precious foul, what say your soules to this.
nay, they many times make a man Worse, but this treasure, (the Lord hath let thee see) will make thee better, it will enlighten thy mind, it will purify thy heart, it will purge thy conscience, it'll every Way beautify thy precious foul, what say your Souls to this.
Indeed the Pope attempted to win him unto his faction by money, but the answer which his Agents returned, was, Germana haec bestia non curat aurum, that the German beast cared not for gold.
Indeed the Pope attempted to win him unto his faction by money, but the answer which his Agents returned, was, Germana haec Beast non curate aurum, that the Germane beast cared not for gold.
3 By the Byas and tendency of your affections towards this treasure, high appretiations of this treasure will beget strong affections unto it, and after it, Cant. 3.6.
3 By the Bias and tendency of your affections towards this treasure, high appretiations of this treasure will beget strong affections unto it, and After it, Cant 3.6.
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And how the Byas of the affections of Gods people in the Prophet Isaiahs time was set, you may read, Isa. 26.8, 9. The desire of our souls is to thy Name,
And how the Bias of the affections of God's people in the Prophet Isaiah's time was Set, you may read, Isaiah 26.8, 9. The desire of our Souls is to thy Name,
Now can you say in the witnesse of your consciences, that your affections (the pulses of your souls) do thus work and beat towards Christ? does your hearts say with David Psal. 73.25.
Now can you say in the witness of your Consciences, that your affections (the pulses of your Souls) do thus work and beatrice towards christ? does your hearts say with David Psalm 73.25.
4 By the laboriousnesse of your endeavours to get this treasure; look, as clear apprehensions will beget high appretiations, and high appretiations will beget strong affections,
4 By the laboriousness of your endeavours to get this treasure; look, as clear apprehensions will beget high appretiations, and high appretiations will beget strong affections,
1 You must read and hear the Word of God, which is compared unto a treasure, Matth. 13.44. the Word of God openeth unto us the inestimable value of this heavenly treasure.
1 You must read and hear the Word of God, which is compared unto a treasure, Matthew 13.44. the Word of God Openeth unto us the inestimable valve of this heavenly treasure.
O! let not the vilenesse, the weaknesse, or meannesse of the vessel prejudice you against the preciousnesse and choicenesse of the treasure that is in it.
OH! let not the vileness, the weakness, or meanness of the vessel prejudice you against the preciousness and choiceness of the treasure that is in it.
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and therefore too good to keep lumber and rubbish in, 'Tis a treasury for the richest and most precious Jewels, to this use did Mary put her memory, Luke 2.19. Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
and Therefore too good to keep lumber and rubbish in, It's a treasury for the Richest and most precious Jewels, to this use did Marry put her memory, Lycia 2.19. Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
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and die blessedly without such or such a lust? why should you think so? what think you of the Angels and glorified souls in heaven, they live without sin,
and die blessedly without such or such a lust? why should you think so? what think you of the Angels and glorified Souls in heaven, they live without since,
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and are they not blessed? yea, are they not therefore blessed, because without sin? Consider with me I beseech you. 1 Sins unreasonablenesse. 2 Sins undesireablenesse in it self.
and Are they not blessed? yea, Are they not Therefore blessed, Because without since? Consider with me I beseech you. 1 Sins unreasonableness. 2 Sins undesireablenesse in it self.
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when we perswade you to part with sin, we perswade you to part with that, which (if not parted with) will incur and binde that direful and dreadful sentence upon your souls and bodies unto all eternity, Matth. 7.23. Depart from me ye that work iniquity.
when we persuade you to part with since, we persuade you to part with that, which (if not parted with) will incur and bind that direful and dreadful sentence upon your Souls and bodies unto all eternity, Matthew 7.23. Depart from me you that work iniquity.
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were not the horrour of sin disguised, your souls would cry out in sober sadnesse, Oh I have no pleasure in such an heart-iniquity or way of wickednesse? now I see the fruit of sin is shame, the wages of sin is eternal death, separation of soul and body from God for ever.
were not the horror of since disguised, your Souls would cry out in Sobrium sadness, O I have no pleasure in such an heart-iniquity or Way of wickedness? now I see the fruit of since is shame, the wages of since is Eternal death, separation of soul and body from God for ever.
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1 Universally fell all that you have for this treasure, be willing to part with all your sins, deal not by your sins as Ananias did by his goods, who retained a part to or for himself;
1 Universally fell all that you have for this treasure, be willing to part with all your Sins, deal not by your Sins as Ananias did by his goods, who retained a part to or for himself;
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this Injunction our blessed Saviour laid upon that rich man that came unto him and moved a very needful question, Matth. 19.16. Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life:
this Injunction our blessed Saviour laid upon that rich man that Come unto him and moved a very needful question, Matthew 19.16. Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have Eternal life:
You that abound in earthly treasures to make the bowels of the needy your treasury, manus pauperum gazaphylacium Christi, saith one of the Ancients, the poor mans hand is Christs treasury;
You that abound in earthly treasures to make the bowels of the needy your treasury, manus Pauperum gazaphylacium Christ, Says one of the Ancients, the poor men hand is Christ treasury;
I hope you will not say, we have little enough for our selves and families, should you say, we have too little for our lusts I should rather believe you; indeed lust is unsatiable;
I hope you will not say, we have little enough for our selves and families, should you say, we have too little for our Lustiest I should rather believe you; indeed lust is unsatiable;
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many of you cannot say, you are not rich men, except you be of the judgement of Marcus Crassus, whom Plutarch speaks of, who accounted no man rich except he could at his own charges maintain an Army.
many of you cannot say, you Are not rich men, except you be of the judgement of Marcus Crassus, whom Plutarch speaks of, who accounted no man rich except he could At his own charges maintain an Army.
Profane Esau could say, I have enough my brother, I hope you will not prove your selves to be worse then Esau: if you be resolved to make it your businesse to satisfie your lusts,
Profane Esau could say, I have enough my brother, I hope you will not prove your selves to be Worse then Esau: if you be resolved to make it your business to satisfy your Lustiest,
be merciful, be bountiful, be open-hearted, and open-handed, improve your earthly treasures, as helps to further you in the attainment of the true heavenly treasure:
be merciful, be bountiful, be open-hearted, and openhanded, improve your earthly treasures, as helps to further you in the attainment of the true heavenly treasure:
1 What hath God and Christ accounted too dear for you? the Father accounted not his own son too dear for us, the Lord Jesus accounted not his life too dear for us.
1 What hath God and christ accounted too dear for you? the Father accounted not his own son too dear for us, the Lord jesus accounted not his life too dear for us.
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Indeed our Saviour himself was sold at a vile, base price, namely, for 30 pieces of silver, Matth. 26.15. They covenanted with him for 30 pieces of silver, which price the Prophet Zachariah calleth a goodly price, Zach. 11.13. but 'tis in scorn & disdain;
Indeed our Saviour himself was sold At a vile, base price, namely, for 30 Pieces of silver, Matthew 26.15. They covenanted with him for 30 Pieces of silver, which price the Prophet Zachariah calls a goodly price, Zach 11.13. but it's in scorn & disdain;
the price at which he was prized & sold was sordid, but were we bought with such a price? O! no, the Apostle Paul tells us, that we are bought with a price, 1 Cor. 6.20.
the price At which he was prized & sold was sordid, but were we bought with such a price? OH! no, the Apostle Paul tells us, that we Are bought with a price, 1 Cor. 6.20.
but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot, 1 Pet. 1.18, 19. the price of our souls was so high as that the whole Creation was not able to pay it, we were base and vile in our selves,
but with the precious blood of christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot, 1 Pet. 1.18, 19. the price of our Souls was so high as that the Whole Creation was not able to pay it, we were base and vile in our selves,
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or you have acquired them by your own industry, but who is it that hath made you rich but the Lord? and why hath he given you earthly treasures? surely not that you might hoard them up for your selves,
or you have acquired them by your own industry, but who is it that hath made you rich but the Lord? and why hath he given you earthly treasures? surely not that you might hoard them up for your selves,
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and cannot the Lord, the bottomlesse Ocean, return back whatsoever you lay out upon him and for him? Notable to this purpose is that portion of Scripture, Prov. 11.24. There is that scattereth, and yet encreaseth;
and cannot the Lord, the bottomless Ocean, return back whatsoever you lay out upon him and for him? Notable to this purpose is that portion of Scripture, Curae 11.24. There is that Scattereth, and yet increases;
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nay (saith the Spirit of God) by liberal things shall he stand. Well (beloved) this argument which the Apostle Paul, 2 Cor. 9.8. useth to induce men to lay out their earthly treasures for the good of others, I leave with you.
nay (Says the Spirit of God) by liberal things shall he stand. Well (Beloved) this argument which the Apostle Paul, 2 Cor. 9.8. uses to induce men to lay out their earthly treasures for the good of Others, I leave with you.
how profuse and prodigal are many men? Now shall hell overbid heaven? Shall wicked men empty their bags and pockets to fill their souls with wickednesse,
how profuse and prodigal Are many men? Now shall hell overbid heaven? Shall wicked men empty their bags and pockets to fill their Souls with wickedness,
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and shall not we emptie ours for treasure in heaven? so much we finde promised, Matth. 19.21. Sell that that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven.
and shall not we empty ours for treasure in heaven? so much we find promised, Matthew 19.21. Fell that that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven.
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Now whether it be not Christian prudence to lay up in store for your selves, a good foundation against the time to come, that you may lay hold on eternal life, by doing good, by being rich in good works, ready to distribute,
Now whither it be not Christian prudence to lay up in store for your selves, a good Foundation against the time to come, that you may lay hold on Eternal life, by doing good, by being rich in good works, ready to distribute,
while you live, God will remember you for good, when you come to die, and time (as to you) shall be no more, Matth. 25.35, 36. Our blessed Saviour tells the faithful of all their acts of charity, I was an hungred, and you gave me meat, I was thirsty,
while you live, God will Remember you for good, when you come to die, and time (as to you) shall be no more, Matthew 25.35, 36. Our blessed Saviour tells the faithful of all their acts of charity, I was an hungered, and you gave me meat, I was thirsty,
God will be sure to remember them for good who have done good with their goods, Revel. 14.13. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, they rest from their labours, and their works do follow them;
God will be sure to Remember them for good who have done good with their goods, Revel. 14.13. Blessed Are the dead which die in the Lord, they rest from their labours, and their works do follow them;
I have but one thing more to do, namelie, to present unto you, some, shall I say? indeed manie crying objects of mercie and compassion; and so I shall conclude.
I have but one thing more to do, namely, to present unto you, Some, shall I say? indeed many crying objects of mercy and compassion; and so I shall conclude.
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Remaining under cure, at this present, at the Charge of S. Bartholomews Hospital 361. Remaining under cure, at present, upon the Charge of St. Thomas Hospital 249.
Remaining under cure, At this present, At the Charge of S. Bartholomews Hospital 361. Remaining under cure, At present, upon the Charge of Saint Thomas Hospital 249.
Maintained in Arts and Occupations, and other useful and necessary works and labours, at the charge of the Hospital of Bridewel, Apprentices, and other persons 130.
Maintained in Arts and Occupations, and other useful and necessary works and labours, At the charge of the Hospital of Bridewell, Apprentices, and other Persons 130.
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Maintained in the Hospital of Bethlehem, with Physick, Diet, and other relief, 51 distracted persons constantly at least, besides the charge of Servants to look to them, they being most unruly,
Maintained in the Hospital of Bethlehem, with Physic, Diet, and other relief, 51 distracted Persons constantly At least, beside the charge of Servants to look to them, they being most unruly,
THere was also read the Report of the Governours of the Corporation for imploying and relieving the Poor of this City of London, and Liberties thereof.
THere was also read the Report of the Governors of the Corporation for employing and relieving the Poor of this city of London, and Liberties thereof.
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or not able to maintain them, aiming (according as ability by the good providence of God shall be administred) at the entertaining of some hundreds more;
or not able to maintain them, aiming (according as ability by the good providence of God shall be administered) At the entertaining of Some hundreds more;
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Thus you see (Right Honourable, Right Worshipful, honoured, and beloved) how many Channels there are for your beneficence and liberality to run down in,
Thus you see (Right Honourable, Right Worshipful, honoured, and Beloved) how many Channels there Are for your beneficence and liberality to run down in,
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and it is well known to your selves in whose hands the government of these Hospitals is intrusted. (I hope) I may say without flattery, men fearing God, and hating covetousnes;
and it is well known to your selves in whose hands the government of these Hospitals is Entrusted. (I hope) I may say without flattery, men fearing God, and hating covetousness;
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such as have yearning bowels to refresh the bowels of the Saints, the houshold of faith and their seed, such as will not abuse and lavish out your charity either profuse or confuse, without measure or order.
such as have yearning bowels to refresh the bowels of the Saints, the household of faith and their seed, such as will not abuse and lavish out your charity either profuse or confuse, without measure or order.
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Now my humble and earnest request unto you is, that before you sleep you would resolve between God and your own souls to lay out some discreet proportion of your earthly treasures for the relief and maintenance of those crying objects of charity,
Now my humble and earnest request unto you is, that before you sleep you would resolve between God and your own Souls to lay out Some discreet proportion of your earthly treasures for the relief and maintenance of those crying objects of charity,
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And is it not pity that good executions should not succeed good resolutions? We read in the Gospel, according to Saint Luke, Chap. 12. vers. 17, 18. of a certain rich man, who wanted room to lay up his treasure in;
And is it not pity that good executions should not succeed good resolutions? We read in the Gospel, according to Saint Lycia, Chap. 12. vers. 17, 18. of a certain rich man, who wanted room to lay up his treasure in;
and in the same Gospel, Luke the 16. we read of another rich man, who in his life-time had his good things, wherewith he might have done a great deal of good,
and in the same Gospel, Lycia the 16. we read of Another rich man, who in his lifetime had his good things, wherewith he might have done a great deal of good,
but he neglected the opportunities of life, and therefore is now tormented in hell. 2 Suppose you should be long-liv'd, you may then survive, out-live your earthlie treasures.
but he neglected the opportunities of life, and Therefore is now tormented in hell. 2 Suppose you should be long-lived, you may then survive, outlive your earthly treasures.
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Oh! how would such a charge have cut him to the heart? but his conscience spake other language unto him, viz. whilst thou hadst earthlie treasures thou wast a father to the fatherlesse, feet to the lame, and eies to the blinde.
Oh! how would such a charge have Cut him to the heart? but his conscience spoke other language unto him, viz. while thou Hadst earthly treasures thou wast a father to the fatherless, feet to the lame, and eyes to the blind.
And this was no small comfort unto him, nor will it be unto you, if God should turn his hand upon you (as he did upon Job ) and strip you of your earthlie treasures.
And this was no small Comfort unto him, nor will it be unto you, if God should turn his hand upon you (as he did upon Job) and strip you of your earthly treasures.
3 Delaies will argue infidelitie, why will ye not lay out some part of your earthlie treasures in your life-time? Is it not because you are afraid your selves may want before ye die? This was Ananias his sin and ruine,
3 Delays will argue infidelity, why will you not lay out Some part of your earthly treasures in your lifetime? Is it not Because you Are afraid your selves may want before you die? This was Ananias his since and ruin,
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but because he distrusted the Providence of God, and feared, lest he himself should want also? hath not the Lord himself undertaken the re-paiment of what you give unto the poor? Prov. 19.17. He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord, and that which he hath given, will he pay him again.
but Because he distrusted the Providence of God, and feared, lest he himself should want also? hath not the Lord himself undertaken the repayment of what you give unto the poor? Curae 19.17. He that hath pity upon the poor dares unto the Lord, and that which he hath given, will he pay him again.
It is good striking whilest the Iron is hot, our hearts are fickle and unconstant, Oh how many a good resolution vanisheth like the morning dew for want of speedie execution.
It is good striking whilst the Iron is hight, our hearts Are fickle and unconstant, O how many a good resolution Vanishes like the morning due for want of speedy execution.
Something you are resolved to do, but haplie not till you are old and stricken in years. (Alas Sirs) covetousnesse is one of the proper lusts of old age, as voluptuousnesse is of youth:
Something you Are resolved to do, but happily not till you Are old and stricken in Years. (Alas Sirs) covetousness is one of the proper Lustiest of old age, as voluptuousness is of youth:
5 Although you should not lose your purposes, yet by a sinful neglect of opportunities and advantages for the doing of good in your life-time, you will incur that known censure, Such a mans will at his death was good,
5 Although you should not loose your Purposes, yet by a sinful neglect of opportunities and advantages for the doing of good in your lifetime, you will incur that known censure, Such a men will At his death was good,
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It is not praise-worthie, (shall I speak plainlie?) It is a shame that anie rich Citizen should die without some Testamentarie benevolence unto these Hospitals.
It is not praiseworthy, (shall I speak plainly?) It is a shame that any rich Citizen should die without Some Testamentary benevolence unto these Hospitals.
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And therefore now you that are great men and good men, may be like good trees bringing forth good fruit in due season, you may do a good work in a good time, you know the old rule, Bis dat qui aitò dat.
And Therefore now you that Are great men and good men, may be like good trees bringing forth good fruit in due season, you may do a good work in a good time, you know the old Rule, Bis that qui aitò that.
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I would not have you think that you shall be crowned in heaven for the merit or worth of your beneficence and liberality on earth, whether Vital or Funeral:
I would not have you think that you shall be crowned in heaven for the merit or worth of your beneficence and liberality on earth, whither Vital or Funeral:
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when you have done all, you must say with Bernard, Meritum meum miseratio Domini, my merit is the Lords mereie, I am an an unprofitable servant, yet if the Lord give you open hearts and open hands to relieve the needie, he will crown his own gifts and graces in you (though not your merits) with glorie.
when you have done all, you must say with Bernard, Merit meum miseratio Domini, my merit is the lords mereie, I am nias an unprofitable servant, yet if the Lord give you open hearts and open hands to relieve the needy, he will crown his own Gifts and graces in you (though not your merits) with glory.
Turcium Imperium quantum quantum est, mica tantum est quam pater-familias projicit canibus. The whole Turkish Empire (says Luther ) is but a crum that the Master of the Family throws to a Dog.
Turcium Imperium quantum quantum est, mica Tantum est quam paterfamilias projicit canibus. The Whole Turkish Empire (Says Luther) is but a crumb that the Master of the Family throws to a Dog.
