Catechizing Gods ordinance: or A short treatise concerning that [brace] ancient approved soul-edifying singularly necessary [brace] exercise of catechizing. Delivered in sundry sermons at Botolphs Aldgate, London. / By Zach. Crofton minister of the word.
THE Author of this Epistle, (whether Paul, as is most probable, or any other, we shall not now dispute) being singularly studious of the confirmation of the Hebrews, in the Doctrine of Jesus Christ they had received:
THE Author of this Epistle, (whither Paul, as is most probable, or any other, we shall not now dispute) being singularly studious of the confirmation of the Hebrews, in the Doctrine of jesus christ they had received:
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doth at large dictate, and make known, the dignity, certainty, and perspicuity of the Lord his priesthood: (the consideration of which, with the severall priviledges thereof, is the duty of every Christian soul well initiated, in the first and chief principles of Religion) doth pursue their edification and establishment herein, by two things amongst others, to be specially taken notice of in the text, as the parts thereof.
does At large dictate, and make known, the dignity, certainty, and perspicuity of the Lord his priesthood: (the consideration of which, with the several privileges thereof, is the duty of every Christian soul well initiated, in the First and chief principles of Religion) does pursue their edification and establishment herein, by two things among Others, to be specially taken notice of in the text, as the parts thereof.
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Secondly, a serious Exercitation, or rather a solid declaration of his intention, to lead them (not of, but) from the beginnings of the Doctrine of God,
Secondly, a serious Exercitation, or rather a solid declaration of his intention, to led them (not of, but) from the beginnings of the Doctrine of God,
Secondly, the Hebrews failing in and sinful neglect of this duty, subjecting them to a necessity of being continued in and under the same: ye have need, &c. Again, from the exhortation or intention of the Author, we may take a serious view of his motion in the edification of the people of God; and we see,
Secondly, the Hebrews failing in and sinful neglect of this duty, subjecting them to a necessity of being continued in and under the same: you have need, etc. Again, from the exhortation or intention of the Author, we may take a serious view of his motion in the edification of the people of God; and we see,
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Secondly, the terminum ad quem, the terme to which, was to be led forward towards perfection: where by the way we may observe the Apostles method of teaching the Doctrine of Christ sutable to every Infant capacity, that can only digest milk:
Secondly, the Terminus ad Whom, the term to which, was to be led forward towards perfection: where by the Way we may observe the Apostles method of teaching the Doctrine of christ suitable to every Infant capacity, that can only digest milk:
and in the explication thereof, we shall finde there is not much difficulty, that which principally as to our purpose cals for consideration is what the Apostle means by the NONLATINALPHABET:
and in the explication thereof, we shall find there is not much difficulty, that which principally as to our purpose calls for consideration is what the Apostle means by the:
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From all which we shall finde, that these elements are no other then the main and principal heads of Christian Doctrine, Catechetically taught in the Church of God:
From all which we shall find, that these elements Are no other then the main and principal Heads of Christian Doctrine, Catechetically taught in the Church of God:
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Now elements are nothing else but the first principles and standing verities of any Art or Science compendiously expressed, that being true in themselves, they may be rules from which the fuller doctrine doth flow by clear and undeniable inference,
Now elements Are nothing Else but the First principles and standing verities of any Art or Science compendiously expressed, that being true in themselves, they may be rules from which the fuller Doctrine does flow by clear and undeniable Inference,
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this description of Elements in general we may finde suggested by the various Etymologies of the Latine word Elementum, which some so call quasi alimentum, nourishment; because others are begotten and brought forth by it;
this description of Elements in general we may find suggested by the various Etymologies of the Latin word Elementum, which Some so call quasi alimentum, nourishment; Because Others Are begotten and brought forth by it;
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When we see them Elements in themselves to be first verities and consider them related to the Doctrine of God, the result cannot but resolve the Apostle to speak of Catechetical doctrine, especially when we adde to it the second thing propounded, which is,
When we see them Elements in themselves to be First verities and Consider them related to the Doctrine of God, the result cannot but resolve the Apostle to speak of Catechetical Doctrine, especially when we add to it the second thing propounded, which is,
2. The Apostle his Method in speaking to them, which in the division of the Text we have before noted to be by way of check or blame for not being diligent in those doctrines which had been most necessary for their first setting forward in the profession of Christ:
2. The Apostle his Method in speaking to them, which in the division of the Text we have before noted to be by Way of check or blame for not being diligent in those doctrines which had been most necessary for their First setting forward in the profession of christ:
which had been as milk for babes, sutable for their weak capacities, and prepared them for the right and ready receiving of higher doctrines, that conduced to perfection:
which had been as milk for babes, suitable for their weak capacities, and prepared them for the right and ready receiving of higher doctrines, that conduced to perfection:
unto those things that should increase and build up their knowledge toward perfection, that so he might not alwaies rest in the foundation, what can we imagine the Apostle to mean by foundation,
unto those things that should increase and built up their knowledge towards perfection, that so he might not always rest in the Foundation, what can we imagine the Apostle to mean by Foundation,
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but had neglected, (being such as these before named, repentance from dead works, faith in Christ, Doctrine of Baptisms, laying on of hands, resurrection from the dead,
but had neglected, (being such as these before nam, Repentance from dead works, faith in christ, Doctrine of Baptisms, laying on of hands, resurrection from the dead,
and eternal Judgement) we cannot but determine them to be Catechetical heads taught to the novices and young Christians for the grounding of them in the Doctrine of Christ, the which we finde also resolved by the learned in their Expositions on the Text,
and Eternal Judgement) we cannot but determine them to be Catechetical Heads taught to the Novices and young Christians for the grounding of them in the Doctrine of christ, the which we find also resolved by the learned in their Expositions on the Text,
as Deodate on the place saith, These are the heads of Christian Doctrine or Catechism, which were taught little children and novices in a plain, lowly and rough manner:
as Deodate on the place Says, These Are the Heads of Christian Doctrine or Catechism, which were taught little children and Novices in a plain, lowly and rough manner:
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These things being seriously considered, cannot but convince every one studious of the minde of the Holy Ghost, of the necessity and divine authority of Catechizing,
These things being seriously considered, cannot but convince every one studious of the mind of the Holy Ghost, of the necessity and divine Authority of Catechizing,
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whilest we see the words thus divided and explained, to lay before the Hebrews, and in them all other Christians those two positive and undeniable duties.
whilst we see the words thus divided and explained, to lay before the Hebrews, and in them all other Christians those two positive and undeniable duties.
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1. The first is to be well Cathechized or instructed in the first and main grounds and principles of the Christian Religion, that thereby as by a foundation layed, they may be made capable of higher Doctrines.
1. The First is to be well Catechized or instructed in the First and main grounds and principles of the Christian Religion, that thereby as by a Foundation laid, they may be made capable of higher Doctrines.
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and therefore from the particular duty dictated by the Apostle to the Hebrews, I shall resolve for our instruction this general Observation or point of Doctrine.
and Therefore from the particular duty dictated by the Apostle to the Hebrews, I shall resolve for our instruction this general Observation or point of Doctrine.
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1. By way of illustration, we shall consider the word and thing Catechize. 2. Propound the reasons that may confirm and clear the truth to your judgements.
1. By Way of illustration, we shall Consider the word and thing Catechise. 2. Propound the Reasons that may confirm and clear the truth to your Judgments.
Concerning which I must desire you to observe that the word Catechize is no proper English word, but derived of a Greek word which signifies to teach or instruct by a lively and audible voice, by the repetition of words as by the reflexion of an eccho;
Concerning which I must desire you to observe that the word Catechise is no proper English word, but derived of a Greek word which signifies to teach or instruct by a lively and audible voice, by the repetition of words as by the reflection of an echo;
and it is generally used for any kinde of instruction or information whatsoever, as in Act. 21.24. They are informed concerning thee. Gal. 6.6. Those that are taught in the word, to him that teacheth.
and it is generally used for any kind of instruction or information whatsoever, as in Act. 21.24. They Are informed Concerning thee. Gal. 6.6. Those that Are taught in the word, to him that Teaches.
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But more especially and properly for instruction in the first rudimeuts of any doctrine: but most especially and principally the Christian Religion, see Rom. 2.18. Catechized in the Law: so in Act. 8.15. Luk. 1.4. this word Catechize in the Greek, answereth unto Hanach in the Hebrew which signifies to instruct, to begin to teach, to accustome by a little;
But more especially and properly for instruction in the First rudimeuts of any Doctrine: but most especially and principally the Christian Religion, see Rom. 2.18. Catechized in the Law: so in Act. 8.15. Luk. 1.4. this word Catechise in the Greek, Answers unto Hanach in the Hebrew which signifies to instruct, to begin to teach, to accustom by a little;
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Catechizing is a plain, perspicuous and familiar way of teaching the ignorant and weak capacities in the first rudiments and principles of the Christian Religion, drawn from the Doctrines of the Prophets and Apostles.
Catechizing is a plain, perspicuous and familiar Way of teaching the ignorant and weak capacities in the First rudiments and principles of the Christian Religion, drawn from the Doctrines of the prophets and Apostles.
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the which we shall resolve into these heads, which being cleared to our judgements cannot but convince of the truth of the point. 1. The excellency of Catechizing. 2. The antiquity of Catechizing. 3. The necessity of Catechizing. 4. The utility or profit of Catechizing. 5. The facility or easines of Catechizing.
the which we shall resolve into these Heads, which being cleared to our Judgments cannot but convince of the truth of the point. 1. The excellency of Catechizing. 2. The antiquity of Catechizing. 3. The necessity of Catechizing. 4. The utility or profit of Catechizing. 5. The facility or easiness of Catechizing.
The first reason is from the excellency of Catechizing; for that which appears to be a duty excellent, will plead divine stamp and call for entertainment in the Churches and amongst the people of God the excellent upon earth, Psal. 16.3.
The First reason is from the excellency of Catechizing; for that which appears to be a duty excellent, will plead divine stamp and call for entertainment in the Churches and among the people of God the excellent upon earth, Psalm 16.3.
Now (my brethren) we shall on serious observation finde Catechizing to be so far from a base, low, carnal and beggerly exercise, that it hath alwaies been in the Church of God,
Now (my brothers) we shall on serious observation find Catechizing to be so Far from a base, low, carnal and beggarly exercise, that it hath always been in the Church of God,
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and chiefest of Martyrs for Gods truth thought sutable to themselves and worthy their subjection: nay to which also the wisest Philosophers and most reverend Fathers of the Churches:
and chiefest of Martyrs for God's truth Thought suitable to themselves and worthy their subjection: nay to which also the Wisest Philosophers and most reverend Father's of the Churches:
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such as Justin Martyr, as Augustine, Ambrose, and others, cheerfully submitted to when God opened their eyes and inclined their hearts to the embracing and profession of Christian Religion:
such as Justin Martyr, as Augustine, Ambrose, and Others, cheerfully submitted to when God opened their eyes and inclined their hearts to the embracing and profession of Christian Religion:
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Justinus Martyr inserts the use of Catechizing as an excellency to the Christians in his perswasive Apologies exhibited to the Emperour and Senate of Rome: it caused admiration in the French Doctors when but exercised by the children of Merindoll: Martin Luther thought it his glory to professe himself discipulum Catechismi a learner of the Catechisme.
Justinus Martyr inserts the use of Catechizing as an excellency to the Christians in his persuasive Apologies exhibited to the Emperor and Senate of Rome: it caused admiration in the French Doctors when but exercised by the children of Merindol: Martin Luther Thought it his glory to profess himself Disciple Catechism a learner of the Catechism.
But the excellency of this duty will appear by laying before you, 1. The prescribers of Catechizing. 2. The professors of Catechizing. 3. The proper matter of Catechizing. 4. The peculiar end of Catechizing.
But the excellency of this duty will appear by laying before you, 1. The prescribers of Catechizing. 2. The professors of Catechizing. 3. The proper matter of Catechizing. 4. The peculiar end of Catechizing.
First evidence of the excellency of Catechizing is from the prescriber of it: the Author of every work addeth much to the lustre and excellency of the same:
First evidence of the excellency of Catechizing is from the prescriber of it: the Author of every work adds much to the lustre and excellency of the same:
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and all soveraign God, who taught it by his Spirit to his people in the daies of Adam, and of Abraham, and afterwards commanded it to his people the Jewes, in Exod. 12.26, 27. When your children aske. &c. you shall say, It is the Lords passeover.
and all sovereign God, who taught it by his Spirit to his people in the days of Adam, and of Abraham, and afterwards commanded it to his people the Jews, in Exod 12.26, 27. When your children ask. etc. you shall say, It is the lords passover.
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Psal. 78.5, 6. He commanded our fathers that they should teach their children. From these places, as also from Deut. 4.9. Teach them thy sons, Mr. Downam inferreth Gods command for Catechizing. Moreover, in Deut. 6.7. we see God enjoyning this duty, whilest he commands that they rehearse or whet on the mindes of their children his Lawes: so likewise Deut. 11.19. the word which is used to rehearse, comes from an Hebrew root Schanan, to whet or sharpen by repetition of strokes, These commands ( Ainsworth tels us) the Rabbies do understand of Catechizing;
Psalm 78.5, 6. He commanded our Father's that they should teach their children. From these places, as also from Deuteronomy 4.9. Teach them thy Sons, Mr. downham infers God's command for Catechizing. Moreover, in Deuteronomy 6.7. we see God enjoining this duty, whilst he commands that they rehearse or whet on the minds of their children his Laws: so likewise Deuteronomy 11.19. the word which is used to rehearse, comes from an Hebrew root Schanan, to whet or sharpen by repetition of Strokes, These commands (Ainsworth tells us) the Rabbies do understand of Catechizing;
Besides we finde Wisdome expresly to direct this exercise, in Prov. 22.6. Train up or instruct (it may be read Catechize) a childe in the daies of his youth:
Beside we find Wisdom expressly to Direct this exercise, in Curae 22.6. Train up or instruct (it may be read Catechise) a child in the days of his youth:
so also in respect of the professors and practitioners thereof, whom we shall finde to have been the Lords bosome friends and endeared people, the righteous who are the excellent on earth, such as God hath highly prized and admitted into familiarity with himself,
so also in respect of the professors and practitioners thereof, whom we shall find to have been the lords bosom Friends and endeared people, the righteous who Are the excellent on earth, such as God hath highly prized and admitted into familiarity with himself,
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and it is more then probable that Jesus Christ did countenance and commend as exceeding excellent this exercise by his submission to it at twelve years of age, (although full of wisdome and understanding, able to reason with the Doctors) this Mr. Downam collects from Luk. 2.46. where it is said Christ sate among the Doctors;
and it is more then probable that jesus christ did countenance and commend as exceeding excellent this exercise by his submission to it At twelve Years of age, (although full of Wisdom and understanding, able to reason with the Doctors) this Mr. downham Collects from Luk. 2.46. where it is said christ sat among the Doctors;
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he conceives amongst the Catechumeni under the Doctors, which conjecture seems to be suggested by Calvin and Marlorat on the place, who declare their judgements to be, that Christ sate under,
he conceives among the Catechumen under the Doctors, which conjecture seems to be suggested by calvin and Marlorat on the place, who declare their Judgments to be, that christ sat under,
in that it is the Doctrine of God, the sum of the Gospel, the chief heads and principles of the Christian Religion, inferred and clearly flowing from the writings of the Prophets and Apostles:
in that it is the Doctrine of God, the sum of the Gospel, the chief Heads and principles of the Christian Religion, inferred and clearly flowing from the writings of the prophets and Apostles:
this is that excellent and celestial matter with which the minde being enlightned takes up the whole affections and carrieth on a man to the contempt of all excellencies under the sun,
this is that excellent and celestial matter with which the mind being enlightened Takes up the Whole affections and Carrieth on a man to the contempt of all excellencies under the sun,
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as the Ordinance of God in his Church, I shall more fully clear to you in the third thing propounded to be spoken to (viz.) the matter and manner of Catechizing.
as the Ordinance of God in his Church, I shall more Fully clear to you in the third thing propounded to be spoken to (viz.) the matter and manner of Catechizing.
Fourthly and lastly, the excellency of Catechizing appears by the peculiar end thereof, which is no other then the highest excellencies of Gods glory and the salvation of the soul, to which we may see this exercise to carry, by planting the knowledge and remembrance of God in youthfull, even infant mindes;
Fourthly and lastly, the excellency of Catechizing appears by the peculiar end thereof, which is no other then the highest excellencies of God's glory and the salvation of the soul, to which we may see this exercise to carry, by planting the knowledge and remembrance of God in youthful, even infant minds;
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but we shall finde it expresly declared, that Timothy his knowledge of the Scripture in and from his childhood (which with Downam and Calvin we may conclude more then probably he had learned by instruction or Catechizing from his Mother and Grandmother) is able to make the man of God wise unto salvation, 2 Tim. 1.5.3.15.
but we shall find it expressly declared, that Timothy his knowledge of the Scripture in and from his childhood (which with downham and calvin we may conclude more then probably he had learned by instruction or Catechizing from his Mother and Grandmother) is able to make the man of God wise unto salvation, 2 Tim. 1.5.3.15.
and in enquiry after the age of it we must needs resolve it elder then Methuselah, whilest we may trace the foot-steps of it from Adam to this present age:
and in enquiry After the age of it we must needs resolve it elder then Methuselah, whilst we may trace the footsteps of it from Adam to this present age:
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this duty was before the floud practised by Adam (as the learned do conclude) whose sons we finde offering sacrifice to the Lord, in Gen. 4. unto which their father had instructed and brought them up,
this duty was before the flood practised by Adam (as the learned do conclude) whose Sons we find offering sacrifice to the Lord, in Gen. 4. unto which their father had instructed and brought them up,
Henoch the seventh from Adam (of whom it is recorded, that he walked with God, Gen. 5.14.) received his name Henoch from an Hebrew root Hanach (before noted to signifie, to initiate or instruct in the principles of Religion) as one dedicated unto God, or instructed from his youth:
Henoch the seventh from Adam (of whom it is recorded, that he walked with God, Gen. 5.14.) received his name Henoch from an Hebrew root Hanach (before noted to signify, to initiate or instruct in the principles of Religion) as one dedicated unto God, or instructed from his youth:
It is most clear, that Abraham did use this exercise with much fruit and good in his family, we read in Gen. 14.14. that Abraham brought out and armed three hundred and eighteen men brought up (the Hebrew word Hanichim will bear it) catechized or instructed in his house when he went to the rescue of his brother Lot: Mr. Greenham observeth, Isaac his going out to pray:
It is most clear, that Abraham did use this exercise with much fruit and good in his family, we read in Gen. 14.14. that Abraham brought out and armed three hundred and eighteen men brought up (the Hebrew word Hanichim will bear it) Catechized or instructed in his house when he went to the rescue of his brother Lot: Mr. Greenham observeth, Isaac his going out to pray:
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From this reason Doctor Willet observeth, that it was the godly practise of the Fathers to Catechize or instruct their families in the Doctrine of the creation of the world, transgression of man, destruction of the old world, Gods providence, the Messiah to be revealed, and everlasting life to come:
From this reason Doctor Willet observeth, that it was the godly practice of the Father's to Catechise or instruct their families in the Doctrine of the creation of the world, Transgression of man, destruction of the old world, God's providence, the Messiah to be revealed, and everlasting life to come:
from whence Lavater inserreth the duty of, and induceth by the example, all Christian parents betimes to instruct their children in the chief heads of Christian Religion:
from whence Lavater inserreth the duty of, and induceth by the Exampl, all Christian Parents betimes to instruct their children in the chief Heads of Christian Religion:
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and did rule well all the daies of Jehoiadah; neither may we think this duty was neglected by Josiah that good King, who in the time of his youth, set himself to serve the Lord with zeal and sincerity:
and did Rule well all the days of Jehoiada; neither may we think this duty was neglected by Josiah that good King, who in the time of his youth, Set himself to serve the Lord with zeal and sincerity:
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and also after the captivity, if we beleeve the Hebrew Rabbies, from the time of Antiochus Epiphanes unto Christ, there were never under four hundred houses of Catechizing in Jerusalem, at which time also they made their Decree, that at thirteen years of age their children should be put to Catechizing:
and also After the captivity, if we believe the Hebrew Rabbies, from the time of Antiochus Epiphanes unto christ, there were never under four hundred houses of Catechizing in Jerusalem, At which time also they made their decree, that At thirteen Years of age their children should be put to Catechizing:
for besides what was before noted of Christ his submission to it at twelve years of age, amongst the Jewes he seems practically to commend it to us by Catechizing his Disciples concerning their perswasion of himself in opposition to the ignorant conceits of the men of the world, in Mat. 16. chap. 13.16. vers.
for beside what was before noted of christ his submission to it At twelve Years of age, among the Jews he seems practically to commend it to us by Catechizing his Disciples Concerning their persuasion of himself in opposition to the ignorant conceits of the men of the world, in Mathew 16. chap. 13.16. vers.
in the Apostles daies and primitive times of the Church of God, there were two sorts Catechized, the one adulti, Infidels converted to the faith, such was Theophilus, who is in Luk. 1.4. said to have been Catechized: so also Apollos, Act. 18.25. the Eunuch and Cornelius his houshold:
in the Apostles days and primitive times of the Church of God, there were two sorts Catechized, the one adulti, Infidels converted to the faith, such was Theophilus, who is in Luk. 1.4. said to have been Catechized: so also Apollos, Act. 18.25. the Eunuch and Cornelius his household:
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A second sort were Children, such as were born under the covenant of believing Parents who were baptized and afterward Catechized and made able to professe their faith when they were confirmed by the laying on of hands.
A second sort were Children, such as were born under the Covenant of believing Parents who were baptised and afterwards Catechized and made able to profess their faith when they were confirmed by the laying on of hands.
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some think Paul to have been employed in it by reason of that expression, 1 Cor. 14.59. that I may Catechize others. Eusebius mentioneth Mark to have been Catechizer at Alexandria, as also Clemens, Origen, and Heraclas, and others of the Fathers in other places, Gregorie Nyssen, Cyrill, &c. The Church had the Books of Augustine, De rudibus Catechizandis, and Books de Symbolo ad Catechumenos: also Athonasius his Synopsis of sacred Scaipture, with others of the like nature.
Some think Paul to have been employed in it by reason of that expression, 1 Cor. 14.59. that I may Catechise Others. Eusebius mentioneth Mark to have been Catechizer At Alexandria, as also Clemens, Origen, and Heraclas, and Others of the Father's in other places, Gregory Nyssen, Cyril, etc. The Church had the Books of Augustine, De rudibus Catechizandis, and Books de Symbolo ad Catechumens: also Athonasius his Synopsis of sacred Scaipture, with Others of the like nature.
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who also in his time among other things contended for Catechizing with a spirit of zeal, making it of absolute necessity in the Church as Lord and Ruler;
who also in his time among other things contended for Catechizing with a Spirit of zeal, making it of absolute necessity in the Church as Lord and Ruler;
This exercise of Catechizing appearing to have been thus anciently observed as well in the Jewish as Christian Churches, I hope will silence all thoughts of the novelty thereof,
This exercise of Catechizing appearing to have been thus anciently observed as well in the Jewish as Christian Churches, I hope will silence all thoughts of the novelty thereof,
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Thirdly, Catechizing must be used in the Church of God, because it is exceeding necessary: which necessity upon serious & second thoughts, will appear to be great unto all such as desire to be found good proficients in the School of Christ,
Thirdly, Catechizing must be used in the Church of God, Because it is exceeding necessary: which necessity upon serious & second thoughts, will appear to be great unto all such as desire to be found good proficients in the School of christ,
and therefore it is in Scripture held out in such termes, and similitudes (viz.) Principles, Elements, Foundation, Milk, &c. All which the Apostle useth in the Text, teaching us that this neglected, the soul cannot be established in the Doctrine of Christ, but be alwaies unstable and as children ready to be tossed to and fro with every winde of doctrine, cannot be prepared for, and made capable of higher learning, to read readily the Doctrine of the Lords Priesthood,
and Therefore it is in Scripture held out in such terms, and Similitudes (viz.) Principles, Elements, Foundation, Milk, etc. All which the Apostle uses in the Text, teaching us that this neglected, the soul cannot be established in the Doctrine of christ, but be always unstable and as children ready to be tossed to and from with every wind of Doctrine, cannot be prepared for, and made capable of higher learning, to read readily the Doctrine of the lords Priesthood,
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for when he came to communicate to, and teach them higher lessons in the Schoole of Christ, they were not yet perfect in the first form of the principles of Religion:
for when he Come to communicate to, and teach them higher Lessons in the School of christ, they were not yet perfect in the First from of the principles of Religion:
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nay they cannot grow forward in the graces of Gods Spirit, but like children without milk be lank and lean, alwaies ready to exspire that principle of life that is in them:
nay they cannot grow forward in the graces of God's Spirit, but like children without milk be lank and lean, always ready to expire that principle of life that is in them:
nay, lastly, they cannot unchatechized, act and move orderly and methodically in the practise of their Christian duties, but be very incident to confusion and disorder:
nay, lastly, they cannot unchatechized, act and move orderly and methodically in the practice of their Christian duties, but be very incident to confusion and disorder:
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Advantages of Catechizing. 1. The preservation of the purity of Religion. 2. The propagation of it to posterity. 3. Preparednesse to increases in the knowledge of Christ. 4. Profit by the Word. 5. Prevention of falling into error. 6. Present capacity of communion at the Lords Table. 7. Powerfull disposition to dutie.
Advantages of Catechizing. 1. The preservation of the purity of Religion. 2. The propagation of it to posterity. 3. Preparedness to increases in the knowledge of christ. 4. Profit by the Word. 5. Prevention of falling into error. 6. Present capacity of communion At the lords Table. 7. Powerful disposition to duty.
for a Catechism rightly framed and grounded on the Scripture, is a brief abstract and compendium of the Law and the Testimony, whereby all corruptions of doctrine or practise is easily and suddenly discerned and detected:
for a Catechism rightly framed and grounded on the Scripture, is a brief abstract and compendium of the Law and the Testimony, whereby all corruptions of Doctrine or practice is Easily and suddenly discerned and detected:
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and by diligence in this exercise, truth is made like the Goldsmiths touchstone, ready to receive with approbation all golden doctrine thereunto consonant:
and by diligence in this exercise, truth is made like the Goldsmiths touchstone, ready to receive with approbation all golden Doctrine thereunto consonant:
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for this sum of Scripture (as it may be called) or to use Luthers word, Bible of the people, or sum of Christian Religion, doth with more perspicuity and celerity conclude the truth,
for this sum of Scripture (as it may be called) or to use Luthers word, bible of the people, or sum of Christian Religion, does with more perspicuity and celerity conclude the truth,
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Hence it may be more then probable, that the reason why the Lord Jesus did no more particularly (by quoting books, chapters and verses) prove the truth and purity of his Doctrine preached to the Jewes, was for that as the Apostle saith in Rom. 2.18. they knew his will and tryed those things that did dissent from it, being (as was noted before) catechized in the Law: we may afso observe that Paul gave Timothy a Catechistical sum of Christian Doctrine, which in 2 Tim. 1.13.
Hence it may be more then probable, that the reason why the Lord jesus did no more particularly (by quoting books, Chapters and Verses) prove the truth and purity of his Doctrine preached to the Jews, was for that as the Apostle Says in Rom. 2.18. they knew his will and tried those things that did dissent from it, being (as was noted before) Catechized in the Law: we may afso observe that Paul gave Timothy a Catechistical sum of Christian Doctrine, which in 2 Tim. 1.13.
hence also it was that the fathers of the primitive times did usually resolve certain Catechistical verities, into short and standing principles for the defending of the Church in the pure truth of Christ Godhead,
hence also it was that the Father's of the primitive times did usually resolve certain Catechistical verities, into short and standing principles for the defending of the Church in the pure truth of christ Godhead,
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and prevailing assault then the ten first persecutions on the Christian Religion; by taking away Christian books, and putting down all Schools of Cateehizing:
and prevailing assault then the ten First persecutions on the Christian Religion; by taking away Christian books, and putting down all Schools of Cateehizing:
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for that by it the foundation of Christian Doctrine doth not only remain firm, but also the meanest members of the Church are made in some measure capable of contending for the truth,
for that by it the Foundation of Christian Doctrine does not only remain firm, but also the Meanest members of the Church Are made in Some measure capable of contending for the truth,
so that Martyrdome cannot master it, but rather propagate it; For sanguis Martyrum becomes semen Ecclesiae by watering these Catechetical heads of Gospell Doctrine;
so that Martyrdom cannot master it, but rather propagate it; For sanguis Martyrs becomes semen Ecclesiae by watering these Catechetical Heads of Gospel Doctrine;
the Pope complains, that the greatest hurt that the sons of the Heretiques had ever done him, was by their pestilential writings adorned with the title of Catechisms:
the Pope complains, that the greatest hurt that the Sons of the Heretics had ever done him, was by their pestilential writings adorned with the title of Catechisms:
and the ground which they have gotten again of the Churches of God, hath bren by their more strict exacting of their Catechisms and our neglect of so profitable a duty.
and the ground which they have got again of the Churches of God, hath bren by their more strict exacting of their Catechisms and our neglect of so profitable a duty.
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which lies on every Christian as his positive duty to advance and endevour, and therefore God commands the knowledge of his Works and Word to be made known to sons, and sons sons, children, and childrens children, Deut. 4.9. It was this standing Law of transmitting Religion to posterity by Catechizing Children, that induced the Psalmist to propound, publish and provoke attention to the Catecheticall Doctrine of the Jewes, in Psal. 78. And one great reason why God would make known his secrets unto Abraham, was that care God found in him by Catechizing to convey the knowledge of him, his works and judgements to posterity.
which lies on every Christian as his positive duty to advance and endeavour, and Therefore God commands the knowledge of his Works and Word to be made known to Sons, and Sons Sons, children, and Children's children, Deuteronomy 4.9. It was this standing Law of transmitting Religion to posterity by Catechizing Children, that induced the Psalmist to propound, publish and provoke attention to the Catechetical Doctrine of the Jews, in Psalm 78. And one great reason why God would make known his secrets unto Abraham, was that care God found in him by Catechizing to convey the knowledge of him, his works and Judgments to posterity.
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By this means succeeding generations are enabled to accomplish the undertaking of progenitors in the solemn commemorations of the special mercies of God:
By this means succeeding generations Are enabled to accomplish the undertaking of progenitors in the solemn commemorations of the special Mercies of God:
and notwithstanding the rage and fury of persecutors endevouring the utter eradication and extinction of it, hath by Catechisticall seed been derived unto, and revived by succeeding generations.
and notwithstanding the rage and fury of persecutors endeavouring the utter eradication and extinction of it, hath by Catechistical seed been derived unto, and revived by succeeding generations.
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and it is to be observed on experience, that they that have attained to the most perfect measure of knowledge of the Doctrine of Christ, were by Catechizing well entred into the beginnings of it.
and it is to be observed on experience, that they that have attained to the most perfect measure of knowledge of the Doctrine of christ, were by Catechizing well entered into the beginnings of it.
and clearly to discern truth from error, and distinguish between truth and truth, and see their dependance one on another differ the Law from the Gospel with their different ends of humiliation and comfort:
and clearly to discern truth from error, and distinguish between truth and truth, and see their dependence one on Another differ the Law from the Gospel with their different ends of humiliation and Comfort:
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and make their growth sensible & discernible, which being clouded by a confused knowledge, makes many times profiting Christians to complain of barrennesse under the Word.
and make their growth sensible & discernible, which being clouded by a confused knowledge, makes many times profiting Christians to complain of Barrenness under the Word.
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The care of the Apostles, to feed first with milk of principles such as they endevoured to make and approve profitable under the meat of higher Ministerial Doctrines, doth clearly commend to us this benefit of Catechizing:
The care of the Apostles, to feed First with milk of principles such as they endeavoured to make and approve profitable under the meat of higher Ministerial Doctrines, does clearly commend to us this benefit of Catechizing:
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besides, the cause of the Hebrewes incapacity of receiving and profiting by higher Doctrines, is expresly declared to be the little proficiency they had made in the principles of Religion:
beside, the cause of the Hebrews incapacity of receiving and profiting by higher Doctrines, is expressly declared to be the little proficiency they had made in the principles of Religion:
whilest by this means truth is founded and firmly fixed in their mindes and memories as a rule ready at hand to try all that is preached in the Name of the Lord;
whilst by this means truth is founded and firmly fixed in their minds and memories as a Rule ready At hand to try all that is preached in the Name of the Lord;
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and readily to submit unto the most exquisite and cruel torments hell or earth can execute upon them, rather then to deny the Faith, recede from the Truth,
and readily to submit unto the most exquisite and cruel torments hell or earth can execute upon them, rather then to deny the Faith, recede from the Truth,
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souls soundly Catechized, are noble Bereans, receiving and beleeving the Word, because confirmed by, and consonant to Scripture; not because spoken by Apostles:
Souls soundly Catechized, Are noble Bereans, receiving and believing the Word, Because confirmed by, and consonant to Scripture; not Because spoken by Apostles:
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their judgements are swayed to the receiving of principles by sound reason, not by by a seeming sanctified life of the author or publisher, knowing that false Apostles are deceitful workers, and transform themselves into the Apostles of Christ:
their Judgments Are swayed to the receiving of principles by found reason, not by by a seeming sanctified life of the author or publisher, knowing that false Apostles Are deceitful workers, and transform themselves into the Apostles of christ:
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it is no great thing then, if his Ministers transform themselves as though they were the Ministers of righteousnesse, whose end will be according to their works:
it is no great thing then, if his Ministers transform themselves as though they were the Ministers of righteousness, whose end will be according to their works:
such are Merindolian Martyrs, able to exhibit such Scriptural confessionsof faith, as shall convince and confound such doctors as are appointed to convince them of Heresie,
such Are Merindolian Martyrs, able to exhibit such Scriptural confessionsof faith, as shall convince and confound such Doctors as Are appointed to convince them of Heresy,
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or (more properly) to seduce them from the truth of Christ, (which they called Heresie) so as to confesse, that an eight daies study of such a confession, doth teach more Scripture then all the daies of their lives before;
or (more properly) to seduce them from the truth of christ, (which they called Heresy) so as to confess, that an eight days study of such a Confessi, does teach more Scripture then all the days of their lives before;
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making Catechisticall teaching, to transcend the divine Disputations in the Schools of Sorborne in Paris: (nay in a word) by this means they are so confirmed and established in the faith, that they will sooner submit themselves, their wives and children, I and their whole town to the cruel rage of outragious enemies,
making Catechistical teaching, to transcend the divine Disputations in the Schools of Sorborne in paris: (nay in a word) by this means they Are so confirmed and established in the faith, that they will sooner submit themselves, their wives and children, I and their Whole town to the cruel rage of outrageous enemies,
and enabled with admirable patience to endure bitter scourging, and cruel torments, and burnings (even in their young and tender years) in defence of the truth:
and enabled with admirable patience to endure bitter scourging, and cruel torments, and burnings (even in their young and tender Years) in defence of the truth:
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it is to the everlasting honour of some of the Martyrs, Chronicled in Ecclesiastical story, that they received the crown of Martyrdome, being yet but Catechumenists,
it is to the everlasting honour of Some of the Martyrs, Chronicled in Ecclesiastical story, that they received the crown of Martyrdom, being yet but Catechumenists,
whereas the reason of others falling away from the faith in the time of persecution, is noted to be, that they were not yet fully instructed in the Doctrine of Christ.
whereas the reason of Others falling away from the faith in the time of persecution, is noted to be, that they were not yet Fully instructed in the Doctrine of christ.
all which being Catetheticall heads must needs encourage the desirous communicants, readily to submit themselves to the trial of the Church, with their desire of admission to the Lords Table, with an assured confidence that their communion cannot be denied on the account of ignorance,
all which being Catetheticall Heads must needs encourage the desirous communicants, readily to submit themselves to the trial of the Church, with their desire of admission to the lords Table, with an assured confidence that their communion cannot be denied on the account of ignorance,
in that by Catechizing they come to know all those necessary qualifications requisite to render the soul sutable for communion with God at this Table,
in that by Catechizing they come to know all those necessary qualifications requisite to render the soul suitable for communion with God At this Table,
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whilest hereby (being delivered from Popish darknesse) they are well taught that outward elements are set before their outward senses to resemble and represent to the inward man the body and bloud of Jesus Christ:
whilst hereby (being Delivered from Popish darkness) they Are well taught that outward elements Are Set before their outward Senses to resemble and represent to the inward man the body and blood of jesus christ:
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nay in a word, whilest hereby they have in readinesse matter of contemplation (sutable to such an Ordinance) to the affectation of their hearts and excitation of their affections in their enjoyment, hereby they are in a good capacity of renewing their covenant with Go•, of receiving the sealing efficacy of that Ordinance to the soul, and with the Jewes to render an accompt to any that shall demand of them the ground and end of their so frequent celebration of their Christian Passeover;
nay in a word, whilst hereby they have in readiness matter of contemplation (suitable to such an Ordinance) to the affectation of their hearts and excitation of their affections in their enjoyment, hereby they Are in a good capacity of renewing their Covenant with Go•, of receiving the sealing efficacy of that Ordinance to the soul, and with the Jews to render an account to any that shall demand of them the ground and end of their so frequent celebration of their Christian Passover;
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whereas through the want of this exercise, men are in danger of rushing unworthily and unpreparedly to the receiving of this Sacrament, to presse unreverently to take those things they do not know or understand the ground, end, or meaning of;
whereas through the want of this exercise, men Are in danger of rushing unworthily and unpreparedly to the receiving of this Sacrament, to press unreverently to take those things they do not know or understand the ground, end, or meaning of;
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in this regard the primitive times alwaies by their Cry of holy things for holy men sent away among the common hearers and penitentiaries the Catechumeni, or such as were learning their Catechism,
in this regard the primitive times always by their Cry of holy things for holy men sent away among the Common hearers and penitentiaries the Catechumen, or such as were learning their Catechism,
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and this is the cause why the Discipline of the Church in this age and time requires an accompt of the knowledge of every one desirous of the Lords Supper, that if any be found ignorant by reason of the past neglect of this duty they may by diligent Catechizing be made fit for it,
and this is the cause why the Discipline of the Church in this age and time requires an account of the knowledge of every one desirous of the lords Supper, that if any be found ignorant by reason of the past neglect of this duty they may by diligent Catechizing be made fit for it,
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and the servants prayer to the God of his Master Abraham, and faithfulnesse concerning his Master's Oath, was before noted to be the fruit of Catechizing:
and the Servants prayer to the God of his Master Abraham, and faithfulness Concerning his Masters Oath, was before noted to be the fruit of Catechizing:
and it is to be observed on experience, that such are most apt to rebellion and disobedience towards men, who are not Catechized in the Doctrine of God;
and it is to be observed on experience, that such Are most apt to rebellion and disobedience towards men, who Are not Catechized in the Doctrine of God;
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and therefore Constantine when he would select to himself such of his Court Officers as he would confide in to be trusty Counsellors and defenders of his person and Kingdome, tryed which of them were best instructed in the faith and fear of God, declaring such only were worthy to be about a Prince as servants, that being true to their God would be loyall to him.
and Therefore Constantine when he would select to himself such of his Court Officers as he would confide in to be trusty Counsellors and defenders of his person and Kingdom, tried which of them were best instructed in the faith and Fear of God, declaring such only were worthy to be about a Prince as Servants, that being true to their God would be loyal to him.
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so as that by diligence in this exercise, the soul that is most ignorant, knowing nothing of God, may be able in a short time to give an account of his faith to any that shall aske it:
so as that by diligence in this exercise, the soul that is most ignorant, knowing nothing of God, may be able in a short time to give an account of his faith to any that shall ask it:
Children are in Scripture declared to be the subjects thereof, and it is called rudiments, in which children, not men of years, are wont to be instructed;
Children Are in Scripture declared to be the subject's thereof, and it is called rudiments, in which children, not men of Years, Are wont to be instructed;
and so justifie the use of it in the Churches of God, we come in the next place by way of illustration to the truth, to consider what must be the matter and manner of this exercise of Catechizing. And,
and so justify the use of it in the Churches of God, we come in the next place by Way of illustration to the truth, to Consider what must be the matter and manner of this exercise of Catechizing. And,
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First then of the subject Matter to be taught by Catechizing, which must not be as the Papist (wickedly corrupting this exercise and Ordinance of God) do make to teach matters altogether unprofitable,
First then of the Subject Matter to be taught by Catechizing, which must not be as the Papist (wickedly corrupting this exercise and Ordinance of God) do make to teach matters altogether unprofitable,
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nay vain, false and frivolous, as the traditions of Fathers, the Canons of the Councel and constitutions of the Church inconsistent with the Doctrine of Scripture:
nay vain, false and frivolous, as the traditions of Father's, the Canonas of the Council and constitutions of the Church inconsistent with the Doctrine of Scripture:
but the matter of Catechizing must be all and only the chief heads and standing verities of the Christian Religion, summarily extracted out of the Scripture,
but the matter of Catechizing must be all and only the chief Heads and standing verities of the Christian Religion, summarily extracted out of the Scripture,
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and as a sure foundation upon which the fabrick of grace and of the knowledge of Jesus Christ may be erected and built up without all doubt of falling,
and as a sure Foundation upon which the fabric of grace and of the knowledge of jesus christ may be erected and built up without all doubt of falling,
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and therefore the Church of God hath in different ages propounded those principall and speciall verities, that in such ages have been oppugned by gainsayers of the truth and the enemies of the Church,
and Therefore the Church of God hath in different ages propounded those principal and special verities, that in such ages have been oppugned by gainsayers of the truth and the enemies of the Church,
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Thus did the Nicene Councell in the time of the Arrians Heresie, and therefore the learned considering what should be the heads of the Catechism, some have resolved in generall the Law and the Gospel:
Thus did the Nicene Council in the time of the Arians Heresy, and Therefore the learned considering what should be the Heads of the Catechism, Some have resolved in general the Law and the Gospel:
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others the Decalogue, or Ten Commandements and Creed (commonly called Symbolum Apostolicum, Apostles Creed) others the Doctrine of Gods Will and his Works:
Others the Decalogue, or Ten commandments and Creed (commonly called Symbol Apostolicum, Apostles Creed) Others the Doctrine of God's Will and his Works:
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and finde them all center in the general before expressed, in which we may safely acquiesce, that the heads and principles of Christian Religion must be the matter of Catechizing, which may more fully be proved by these Reasons.
and find them all centre in the general before expressed, in which we may safely acquiesce, that the Heads and principles of Christian Religion must be the matter of Catechizing, which may more Fully be proved by these Reasons.
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1. It is prescribed by God to his Church, in that by his Spirit he taught Adam to instruct his sons in the promise of the Messiah as the ground of Sacrifice:
1. It is prescribed by God to his Church, in that by his Spirit he taught Adam to instruct his Sons in the promise of the Messiah as the ground of Sacrifice:
he expresly commands the Doctrine of the Law and Passeover, to be the matter of the Catechisms taught by the Jewes to their children, when in Exod. 12.26.
he expressly commands the Doctrine of the Law and Passover, to be the matter of the Catechisms taught by the Jews to their children, when in Exod 12.26.
When they celebrated the Passeover, God enjoyns them to shew their children, how God passed over them in the land of Egypt, and the Doctrine of the Law, and Gods dealing with the Israelites, Moses in the Name of the Lord prescribes as the matter of Catechism, in Deut. 6.7. and from this Catechetical matter it is, that Paul cals them Catechized in the Law, in Rom. 2.18. The second Reason, it was propounded by Christ and his Apostles;
When they celebrated the Passover, God enjoins them to show their children, how God passed over them in the land of Egypt, and the Doctrine of the Law, and God's dealing with the Israelites, Moses in the Name of the Lord prescribes as the matter of Catechism, in Deuteronomy 6.7. and from this Catechetical matter it is, that Paul calls them Catechized in the Law, in Rom. 2.18. The second Reason, it was propounded by christ and his Apostles;
as in Christ his instruction of his Disciples was in that main standing principle of Religion (so much oppugned by the world) that he was the Christ the Son of the living God:
as in christ his instruction of his Disciples was in that main standing principle of Religion (so much oppugned by the world) that he was the christ the Son of the living God:
and the author of this Epistle gives us a very clear account of the main heads of the Apostolick Catechism in these five heads, Faith in Christ, repentance from dead works, doctrine of Baptisms, laying on of hands,
and the author of this Epistle gives us a very clear account of the main Heads of the Apostolic Catechism in these five Heads, Faith in christ, Repentance from dead works, Doctrine of Baptisms, laying on of hands,
and Timothy being Catechized, is said to have learned the Scripture from his youth, 2 Tim. 3.15. The third Reason, This was the matter of Catechizing in the primitive and pure times of the Church after the Apostles;
and Timothy being Catechized, is said to have learned the Scripture from his youth, 2 Tim. 3.15. The third Reason, This was the matter of Catechizing in the primitive and pure times of the Church After the Apostles;
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We read of many converted to the Faith of Christ in the Catechizing School of Alexandria, and so well grounded in the Faith of Christ, that they were fitted for Martyrdome,
We read of many converted to the Faith of christ in the Catechizing School of Alexandria, and so well grounded in the Faith of christ, that they were fitted for Martyrdom,
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and chearfully submitted to the same. Six of Origens Disciples, whereof some were but learning their Catechism, are recorded at one time to be led to Martyrdome:
and cheerfully submitted to the same. Six of Origens Disciples, whereof Some were but learning their Catechism, Are recorded At one time to be led to Martyrdom:
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The fourth Reason, It is only Catechizing in Scripture Doctrine and principles of Religion, that train up in the fear of God in truth and godlinesse, which all children ought to be educated in:
The fourth Reason, It is only Catechizing in Scripture Doctrine and principles of Religion, that train up in the Fear of God in truth and godliness, which all children ought to be educated in:
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for in all effects to be produced, there must be a sutablenesse between the causa and the causatum. These precedent reasons being seriously considered, I hope may clear it to every rational man's judgement, that the matter of Catechizing must alwaies be the heads,
for in all effects to be produced, there must be a suitableness between the causa and the causatum. These precedent Reasons being seriously considered, I hope may clear it to every rational Man's judgement, that the matter of Catechizing must always be the Heads,
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And now before I proceed to make known to you the manner of this exercise, I must make a little stay to remove an Objection framed from this matter against this exercise, thus:
And now before I proceed to make known to you the manner of this exercise, I must make a little stay to remove an Objection framed from this matter against this exercise, thus:
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and the Doctrine of the Trinity and the like, must be as you say the proper matter of Catechizing, Wherein doth it differ from preaching? which we all know to be an ordinance of Jesus Christ treating of the Doctrine of the Scripture,
and the Doctrine of the Trinity and the like, must be as you say the proper matter of Catechizing, Wherein does it differ from preaching? which we all know to be an Ordinance of jesus christ treating of the Doctrine of the Scripture,
but we must needs have Catechizing, which doth but the same thing imposed on us, as so necessary a duty, and distinct from Preaching? It will not follow:
but we must needs have Catechizing, which does but the same thing imposed on us, as so necessary a duty, and distinct from Preaching? It will not follow:
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first, because Preaching and Catechizing are conversant about the same matter, nay and also carry on to the same end, that they are not different and distinct duties each from other,
First, Because Preaching and Catechizing Are conversant about the same matter, nay and also carry on to the same end, that they Are not different and distinct duties each from other,
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and again, though the preaching of the Word, and administration of the Sacrament commend to us the same matter of Christ crucified, in so much as that they are called the one verbum audibile, the audible word to be heard;
and again, though the preaching of the Word, and administration of the Sacrament commend to us the same matter of christ Crucified, in so much as that they Are called the one verbum audibile, the audible word to be herd;
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yet they are different and distinct Ordinances in the Church of God, and not to stand on the consideration of them as distinctly commanded in the Scripture,
yet they Are different and distinct Ordinances in the Church of God, and not to stand on the consideration of them as distinctly commanded in the Scripture,
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and have alwaies been distinctly subjected to in the Churches of God, I shall satisfie my self in shewing you wherein they differ, which I hope may satisfie you that they may not be confounded;
and have always been distinctly subjected to in the Churches of God, I shall satisfy my self in showing you wherein they differ, which I hope may satisfy you that they may not be confounded;
Thirdly, Preaching is not exacted to be repeated, Catechizing is exacted. Fourthly, Catechizing principally informes the Judgement in the Theory of Christian Religion:
Thirdly, Preaching is not exacted to be repeated, Catechizing is exacted. Fourthly, Catechizing principally informs the Judgement in the Theory of Christian Religion:
Fifthly, Catechizing layeth the foundation of Christ in the soul, and preaching builds upon it; that teacheth the ABC, or first rudiments, this perfecteth the knowledge of Christian Doctrine.
Fifthly, Catechizing Layeth the Foundation of christ in the soul, and preaching builds upon it; that Teaches the ABC, or First rudiments, this perfecteth the knowledge of Christian Doctrine.
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Having thus spoken of the matter, we come in the next place to speak unto you of the manner of Catechizing, concerning which we shall propound three things to be considered.
Having thus spoken of the matter, we come in the next place to speak unto you of the manner of Catechizing, Concerning which we shall propound three things to be considered.
but the formes are not, but left to the liberty of the Church, and therefore variable so, as that we are not so precisely tyed to the form as we are to the matter.
but the forms Are not, but left to the liberty of the Church, and Therefore variable so, as that we Are not so precisely tied to the from as we Are to the matter.
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2. Such formes are most fitting, as may be found to tend most to the edification of the Church, in confirming them in the truths and principles most opposed, in which respect the Church hath taken liberty to vary.
2. Such forms Are most fitting, as may be found to tend most to the edification of the Church, in confirming them in the truths and principles most opposed, in which respect the Church hath taken liberty to vary.
3. It is very expedient and profitable, that there be in the Church two formes of Catechism, a shorter and more easie for the younger sort which are not yet able to learn and commit to memory a larger;
3. It is very expedient and profitable, that there be in the Church two forms of Catechism, a shorter and more easy for the younger sort which Are not yet able to Learn and commit to memory a larger;
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First, it is most sutable to the rude and ignorant infant capacity by putting words into their mouthes, helping them to answer and understand when they see the question propounded and answer to be rendred.
First, it is most suitable to the rude and ignorant infant capacity by putting words into their mouths, helping them to answer and understand when they see the question propounded and answer to be rendered.
Secondly, As enjoyned to the people of Israel, who are required to whet upon their children their Catechetical Doctrine, which can no otherwaies be done,
Secondly, As enjoined to the people of Israel, who Are required to whet upon their children their Catechetical Doctrine, which can not otherways be done,
Fourthly, As that which puts them into an aptitude and readiness of rendring an account of the faith that is in them to every one that asketh, being hereby better enabled to retain and resolve answers proper to questions suddenly propounded (but before known) then the knowledge of bare notions without the questions to which they answer.
Fourthly, As that which puts them into an aptitude and readiness of rendering an account of the faith that is in them to every one that asks, being hereby better enabled to retain and resolve answers proper to questions suddenly propounded (but before known) then the knowledge of bore notions without the questions to which they answer.
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The first sort that must Catechize must be Ministers, that have taken upon them the Pastoral charge of a congregation to feed them with knowledge and understanding according to the several capacities of the souls,
The First sort that must Catechise must be Ministers, that have taken upon them the Pastoral charge of a congregation to feed them with knowledge and understanding according to the several capacities of the Souls,
not to stand upon the probability of Paul 's Catechizing, from 1 Cor. 14.19. it is much more than probable, that it was done in the Church of the Hebrewes by the Author of this Epistle, who sharply checks their non-proficiency in this duty.
not to stand upon the probability of Paul is Catechizing, from 1 Cor. 14.19. it is much more than probable, that it was done in the Church of the Hebrews by the Author of this Epistle, who sharply Checks their nonproficiency in this duty.
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Eusebius tels us, that before Pantenus, Clemens, Origen, Mark the Evangelist did Catechize at Alexandria, which was commended in him by Philo Judeus, which three were themselves Catechizers in the same Church of Alexandria in the years of our Lord Two hundred,
Eusebius tells us, that before Pantenus, Clemens, Origen, Mark the Evangelist did Catechise At Alexandria, which was commended in him by Philo Jews, which three were themselves Catechizers in the same Church of Alexandria in the Years of our Lord Two hundred,
as Cyrill, Gregory, Nicen, the books of Augustine de Catechizandis rudibus; and his four books ad Catechumenos; Athanasius his Synopsis of sacred Scripture;
as Cyril, Gregory, Nicene, the books of Augustine de Catechizandis rudibus; and his four books and Catechumens; Athanasius his Synopsis of sacred Scripture;
and the duty of Ministers for the edifying of the body of Christ being alwaies one and the same, their conscionable discharge of this exercise doth declare it to be a Ministerial duty.
and the duty of Ministers for the edifying of the body of christ being always one and the same, their conscionable discharge of this exercise does declare it to be a Ministerial duty.
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or else administers that food which is unsutable and cannot be by them digested, in stead of the milk of principles of Religion, of which even babes in Christ and almost in years are capable:
or Else administers that food which is unsuitable and cannot be by them digested, in stead of the milk of principles of Religion, of which even babes in christ and almost in Years Are capable:
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and truly we have cause to suspect one great cause of young mens high flown opposition of the truth and Ordinances of God, to spring from their affected hearing of those things in preaching which they cannot digest into orderly nourishment,
and truly we have cause to suspect one great cause of young men's high flown opposition of the truth and Ordinances of God, to spring from their affected hearing of those things in preaching which they cannot digest into orderly nourishment,
Thirdly, Ministers ought to Catechize to make all his pains and preaching the more profitable to his hearers, by keeping fresh in their mindes and memories those standing notions of Christian Religion, which he doth by preaching more particularly illustrate, more fully prove,
Thirdly, Ministers ought to Catechise to make all his pains and preaching the more profitable to his hearers, by keeping fresh in their minds and memories those standing notions of Christian Religion, which he does by preaching more particularly illustrate, more Fully prove,
Fourthly, That thereby he may more clearly discern the estate of his flock, observe the Masters of families in their proper places to discharge their duties,
Fourthly, That thereby he may more clearly discern the estate of his flock, observe the Masters of families in their proper places to discharge their duties,
and see their proficiency in grace and knowledge under all the Ordinances of God by him dispensed, confirming them in the truth learned, which is clear to have been the reason of Christ his Catechizing of his Disciples after his long preaching,
and see their proficiency in grace and knowledge under all the Ordinances of God by him dispensed, confirming them in the truth learned, which is clear to have been the reason of christ his Catechizing of his Disciples After his long preaching,
Fifth and last reason why Ministers must Catechize in their Congregations, is that they may detect all lurking deceivers that lie in wait to seduce the people committed to their charge from the truth,
Fifth and last reason why Ministers must Catechise in their Congregations, is that they may detect all lurking deceivers that lie in wait to seduce the people committed to their charge from the truth,
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and discern when any of them begin to be tainted with error and false doctrine, whereby they are directed how to improve themselves as skilful workmen in the Lords house, dividing the Word aright, defending the truth and soul with which he is charged, stopping the mouth of all gainsayers:
and discern when any of them begin to be tainted with error and false Doctrine, whereby they Are directed how to improve themselves as skilful workmen in the lords house, dividing the Word aright, defending the truth and soul with which he is charged, stopping the Mouth of all gainsayers:
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which is the great reason of that general Apostolical charge of holding fast the form of sound words, in 2 Tim. 1.13. and commendation of obeying the form of Doctrine in Rom. 6.17. which the learned conclude to be Catechism.
which is the great reason of that general Apostolical charge of holding fast the from of found words, in 2 Tim. 1.13. and commendation of obeying the from of Doctrine in Rom. 6.17. which the learned conclude to be Catechism.
Having thus given you the Reasons why Catechizing is the duty of Ministers, I shall passe from this with this hearty desire, that God would put into the hearts of all his Ministers to perform their duty herein in these backsliding daies, wherein the principles of Religion are so generally unknown and declined:
Having thus given you the Reasons why Catechizing is the duty of Ministers, I shall pass from this with this hearty desire, that God would put into the hearts of all his Ministers to perform their duty herein in these backsliding days, wherein the principles of Religion Are so generally unknown and declined:
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and so I come to consider the second sort of Catechists, which are Schoolmasters in their Schools, whose diligence in the discharge hereof should write really what is worthily written on the wals of that famous School of this City at Paules, Schola Catechisationis puerorum in optima & maxima fide Christi; and for these following reasons.
and so I come to Consider the second sort of Catechists, which Are Schoolmasters in their Schools, whose diligence in the discharge hereof should write really what is worthily written on the walls of that famous School of this city At Paul's, School Catechisationis Puerorum in optima & maxima fide Christ; and for these following Reasons.
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whom it were an exceeding sin and shame for Christian Schoolemasters in the reformed Churches to come short of by not instructing in the true worship of the true God.
whom it were an exceeding since and shame for Christian Schoolmasters in the reformed Churches to come short of by not instructing in the true worship of the true God.
2. As this was the end of Schools in general, so we shall see that in Church of God, among the Jewes and also among the Christians, Schools were constituted and conserved by the special providence of God,
2. As this was the end of Schools in general, so we shall see that in Church of God, among the Jews and also among the Christians, Schools were constituted and conserved by the special providence of God,
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The eight and forty cities of the Levites were dispersed abroad through all the tribes of the children of Israel, that they might be as Schools wherein the youth might drink in the Doctrine of the Law and the Prophets, together with the knowledge of the liberal Arts:
The eight and forty cities of the Levites were dispersed abroad through all the tribes of the children of Israel, that they might be as Schools wherein the youth might drink in the Doctrine of the Law and the prophets, together with the knowledge of the liberal Arts:
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such as these were the Schools of the Prophets in Shiloh, Ramoth gilead, Jericho, Bethel, and Mount Carmell, and the Scholars thereof were called the sons of the Prophets, 1 Sam. 9.10, 5. 2 King. 2.3. & 4.25. & 6.2.
such as these were the Schools of the prophets in Shiloh, Ramoth gilead, Jericho, Bethel, and Mount Carmel, and the Scholars thereof were called the Sons of the prophets, 1 Sam. 9.10, 5. 2 King. 2.3. & 4.25. & 6.2.
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And it is worthy observation, that Samuel was Master of the School of the Prophets at Naioth near Ramah at such time as David fled from the presence of Saul, 1 Sam. 19.20.
And it is worthy observation, that Samuel was Master of the School of the prophets At Naioth near Ramah At such time as David fled from the presence of Saul, 1 Sam. 19.20.
And such a School as this Gamaliel kept, of whom Paul declares himself to have been taught like a childe the knowledge of the Law as well as other learning, Act. 22.3. and as these Schools were among the Jewes, so we shall finde them in the Christian Churches:
And such a School as this Gamaliel kept, of whom Paul declares himself to have been taught like a child the knowledge of the Law as well as other learning, Act. 22.3. and as these Schools were among the Jews, so we shall find them in the Christian Churches:
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and in it Origen was Schoolmaster, and when by reason of the multitude of the Scholars that resorted to it, 〈 ◊ 〉 found himself not able to perform the duty, he chose Heraclas (a man expert in holy Scripture and studious of divine things, very eloquent,
and in it Origen was Schoolmaster, and when by reason of the multitude of the Scholars that resorted to it, 〈 ◊ 〉 found himself not able to perform the duty, he chosen Heraclas (a man expert in holy Scripture and studious of divine things, very eloquent,
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To this reason we might add an evidence of God's constituting of Schools as fountains of Christian Religion from Satans enmity against the same, expressed by the cruel martyrdome of famous Cassianus of Forum in Italy, by his Scholars at the cruel command of the Emperor,
To this reason we might add an evidence of God's constituting of Schools as fountains of Christian Religion from Satan enmity against the same, expressed by the cruel martyrdom of famous Cassian of Forum in Italy, by his Scholars At the cruel command of the Emperor,
Thirdly, Schoolmasters ought to Catechize, because it is impossible for youth, to go well forward in vertue and good manners (the end of all learning) unlesse they be well instructed in the principles of Religion and Doctrine of Christ:
Thirdly, Schoolmasters ought to Catechise, Because it is impossible for youth, to go well forward in virtue and good manners (the end of all learning) unless they be well instructed in the principles of Religion and Doctrine of christ:
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Fourthly, Without Catechizing, godly parents do misse of the end of all their care and charges in setting their children to school, which is to be educated in the fear of the Lord,
Fourthly, Without Catechizing, godly Parents do miss of the end of all their care and charges in setting their children to school, which is to be educated in the Fear of the Lord,
Fifthly, In not Catechizing, they transgresse the Law of Church and all Christian Common-wealth: which requires that a Schoolmaster should subscribe to sound Doctrine:
Fifthly, In not Catechizing, they transgress the Law of Church and all Christian Commonwealth: which requires that a Schoolmaster should subscribe to found Doctrine:
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Lastly, Prayers (which we suppose to be in Christian Schools (unlesse they will come short of Paganish tutors, who used to begin their lessons with invocation to their gods) cannot but be profaned and used unreverently, where Catechizing is neglected:
Lastly, Prayers (which we suppose to be in Christian Schools (unless they will come short of Paganish tutors, who used to begin their Lessons with invocation to their God's) cannot but be profaned and used unreverently, where Catechizing is neglected:
Having thus shewed you the Reasons why Ministers and Schoolmasters should Catechize, we come now to consider the Reasons why this duty is to be performed by Parents and Masters of families, which are briefly these:
Having thus showed you the Reasons why Ministers and Schoolmasters should Catechise, we come now to Consider the Reasons why this duty is to be performed by Parents and Masters of families, which Are briefly these:
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First, God commands and commends it in them, in Deut. 4.9. & 6.7. & 11.19. Thou shalt teach thy children, thy sons and thy sons sons; in Ephes. 6.4. Parents are required to bring up their children in the instruction and information of the Lord:
First, God commands and commends it in them, in Deuteronomy 4.9. & 6.7. & 11.19. Thou shalt teach thy children, thy Sons and thy Sons Sons; in Ephesians 6.4. Parents Are required to bring up their children in the instruction and information of the Lord:
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To this Catechizing is singularly helpful by laying in the soul the Word of God, by which is conveighed the immortal seed, informing them in the Doctrine of God, sinfull nature and their own covenant with God in Baptism.
To this Catechizing is singularly helpful by laying in the soul the Word of God, by which is conveyed the immortal seed, informing them in the Doctrine of God, sinful nature and their own Covenant with God in Baptism.
Thirdly, That they may propagate Religion to posterity according to their duty, in Deut. 4.9. Gen. 18.18. unto which end, as we before noted, Catechizing is singularly instrumental.
Thirdly, That they may propagate Religion to posterity according to their duty, in Deuteronomy 4.9. Gen. 18.18. unto which end, as we before noted, Catechizing is singularly instrumental.
Fourthly, That they may prepare their families even in the time of their youth to bear witnesse to the truth, unto the confusion of the enemies thereof,
Fourthly, That they may prepare their families even in the time of their youth to bear witness to the truth, unto the confusion of the enemies thereof,
of the which we shall finde severall instances in the third persecution under Adrian the Emperour, we read of Symphorisa a godly matron martyred with her seven children:
of the which we shall find several instances in the third persecution under Adrian the Emperor, we read of Symphorisa a godly matron martyred with her seven children:
also in the fourth persecution under Antoninus Verus, we read of the seven children of Felicitas cruelly and diversly martyred before her eyes, her self chearfully also sealing the truth with death:
also in the fourth persecution under Antoninus Verus, we read of the seven children of Felicity cruelly and diversely martyred before her eyes, her self cheerfully also sealing the truth with death:
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What shall I say of young Eulatia, and others under the Heathens, besides the constancy of a boy of eight or nine years old well instructed by his father:
What shall I say of young Eulatia, and Others under the heathens, beside the constancy of a boy of eight or nine Years old well instructed by his father:
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What shall I say of Vitalis, who suffered with his godly Master Agrico: of John Leaf, an Apprentice, who was with Mr. Bradford burned at the nineteenth year of his age:
What shall I say of Vitalis, who suffered with his godly Master Agrico: of John Leaf, an Apprentice, who was with Mr. Bradford burned At the nineteenth year of his age:
of Tho. Hinshaw, cruelly whipped in Bonner 's garden for the Truth? but above all I cannot passe with silence the Childe which witnessed the truth of God with renowned Romanus when but seven years of age, who having witnessed the profession of it under cruel whipping,
of Tho. Hinshaw, cruelly whipped in Bonner is garden for the Truth? but above all I cannot pass with silence the Child which witnessed the truth of God with renowned Romanus when but seven Years of age, who having witnessed the profession of it under cruel whipping,
My childe thirst after the cup of which the Children of Bethleem did drink; remember Isaac 's obedience unto death: suffer a little my childe, thou shalt anon go to him that will cover thy naked head with a crown of eternall glory:
My child thirst After the cup of which the Children of Bethlehem did drink; Remember Isaac is Obedience unto death: suffer a little my child, thou shalt anon go to him that will cover thy naked head with a crown of Eternal glory:
and was cruelly beheaded to the grief of the beholders, and great joy of the Mother, only standing by with dry eyes singing to Gods glory, All praise with heart and voice, O Lord, we yeeld to thee, To whom the death of all thy Saints, we know most dear to be.
and was cruelly beheaded to the grief of the beholders, and great joy of the Mother, only standing by with dry eyes singing to God's glory, All praise with heart and voice, Oh Lord, we yield to thee, To whom the death of all thy Saints, we know most dear to be.
This constancy of the childe, and comfort of the Mother, must needs witnesse the truth of his answer to the Captain that he sucked in the Doctrine of Christ with his mothers milk:
This constancy of the child, and Comfort of the Mother, must needs witness the truth of his answer to the Captain that he sucked in the Doctrine of christ with his mother's milk:
The fifth and last Reason why Masters of families should Catechize, may be this, That they may preserve the Church of God in their houses, faithfully discharge the Prophetical office (to which they are redeemed by Jesus Christ) in instructing their families in matters of Faith and obedience, whereby they are enabled to discharge their several duties towards God and man, that they may sweeten relation,
The fifth and last Reason why Masters of families should Catechise, may be this, That they may preserve the Church of God in their houses, faithfully discharge the Prophetical office (to which they Are redeemed by jesus christ) in instructing their families in matters of Faith and Obedience, whereby they Are enabled to discharge their several duties towards God and man, that they may sweeten Relation,
First, The Catechism ready and the Catechized present, they must (as in every other Ordinance of God) begin with hearty and earnest prayer to the most wise God for his blessing on this divine exercise, that it may tend to the edification of all concerned in it.
First, The Catechism ready and the Catechized present, they must (as in every other Ordinance of God) begin with hearty and earnest prayer to the most wise God for his blessing on this divine exercise, that it may tend to the edification of all concerned in it.
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Fourthly, Cause the Catechized according to their capacities to prove the several propositions expressed in the questions and answers, by some sutable places of Scripture, that they may be able to discern them to be the truths of God grounded on his Word.
Fourthly, Cause the Catechized according to their capacities to prove the several propositions expressed in the questions and answers, by Some suitable places of Scripture, that they may be able to discern them to be the truths of God grounded on his Word.
Fifthly, according to their several abilities, and in their proper places, they must explain the several propositions that they may the better be understood, and the heart be the more affected with the same,
Fifthly, according to their several abilities, and in their proper places, they must explain the several propositions that they may the better be understood, and the heart be the more affected with the same,
and also take notice of the principal errors that do oppose them: they must perform the whole duty cheerfully and reverently, as becomes an ordinance of God;
and also take notice of the principal errors that do oppose them: they must perform the Whole duty cheerfully and reverently, as becomes an Ordinance of God;
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those that were Catechized before Baptism, were Heathens converted from their Paganism to the knowledge of the true God, who before they were received into the fellowship of Jesus Christ, were Catechized.
those that were Catechized before Baptism, were heathens converted from their Paganism to the knowledge of the true God, who before they were received into the fellowship of jesus christ, were Catechized.
Justin Martyr in his second Apologie for the Christians, declares, that if any Heathen man desired to be received into the fellowship of the Church, he was first Catechized in the principles of Religion;
Justin Martyr in his second Apology for the Christians, declares, that if any Heathen man desired to be received into the fellowship of the Church, he was First Catechized in the principles of Religion;
who when they came to years of discretion were taught how great things the Lord had done for them and for their forefathers, in receiving them into his covenant;
who when they Come to Years of discretion were taught how great things the Lord had done for them and for their Forefathers, in receiving them into his Covenant;
Having thus shewed who were accustomed to be Catechized in the primitive times and Churches, we may take notice amongst us all being baptized in their infancy, we are not in capacity of admitting that difference,
Having thus showed who were accustomed to be Catechized in the primitive times and Churches, we may take notice among us all being baptised in their infancy, we Are not in capacity of admitting that difference,
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and therefore we must in generall resolve, that those and all those that are ignorant of or not well instructed in the main and fundamental grounds of Religion and the Christian Doctrine, must be Catechized, whether they be young or old, rich or poor, high or low, married or unmarried;
and Therefore we must in general resolve, that those and all those that Are ignorant of or not well instructed in the main and fundamental grounds of Religion and the Christian Doctrine, must be Catechized, whither they be young or old, rich or poor, high or low, married or unmarried;
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for ignorance is alwaies the ground of this exercise, and therefore whilest age, quality and condition cannot expell or dispense with ignorance in any, they cannot exempt any from this instructing ordinance of God:
for ignorance is always the ground of this exercise, and Therefore whilst age, quality and condition cannot expel or dispense with ignorance in any, they cannot exempt any from this instructing Ordinance of God:
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But more particularly children and youth ought to be exercised in this ordinance of Catechizing, and approve themselves the subjects of this exercise for these speciall reasons: That,
But more particularly children and youth ought to be exercised in this Ordinance of Catechizing, and approve themselves the subject's of this exercise for these special Reasons: That,
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how could King Josiah at sixteen year old seek the God of David, and at twenty years old zealously destroy Idolatry, if he had not been well Catechized? and how should King Edward the sixth his zealous resistance of Popish superstition, have proclaimed more Divinity in his finger then in Bishop Cranmer 's head,
how could King Josiah At sixteen year old seek the God of David, and At twenty Years old zealously destroy Idolatry, if he had not been well Catechized? and how should King Edward the sixth his zealous resistance of Popish Superstition, have proclaimed more Divinity in his finger then in Bishop Cranmer is head,
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a mention of coming to judgement, gives a check to youthfull lust, to the young mans rejoycing in his youth, and taking his pleasure, Eccles. 11.9. A well Catechized Joseph will in childhood out of enmity to impiety complain of brethrens miscarriages, Gen. 37.9. an inlightned conscience will be able to dispute with the Devill, and silence suggestions unto sin.
a mention of coming to judgement, gives a check to youthful lust, to the young men rejoicing in his youth, and taking his pleasure, Eccles. 11.9. A well Catechized Joseph will in childhood out of enmity to impiety complain of Brothers' miscarriages, Gen. 37.9. an enlightened conscience will be able to dispute with the devil, and silence suggestions unto since.
by this the word that incorruptible seed by which we are born again, is implanted in them to the informing judgement, perswading the will, and transforming nature.
by this the word that incorruptible seed by which we Are born again, is implanted in them to the informing judgement, persuading the will, and transforming nature.
if then they were but exercised in principles of Religion and Doctrines of Christianity, they would more readily understand, discourse and judge of them when they come to years:
if then they were but exercised in principles of Religion and Doctrines of Christianity, they would more readily understand, discourse and judge of them when they come to Years:
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the ready answers of the children of Merindoll, and the renown•d childe which suffered with Romanus, was no other then the effect of capacity exercised in Catechizing.
the ready answers of the children of Merindol, and the renown•d child which suffered with Romanus, was no other then the Effect of capacity exercised in Catechizing.
A vessell when old, retains the savour of the liquor with which it was seasoned when new, Quae semel est imbuta recens servabit odorem, &c. saith the Poet,
A vessel when old, retains the savour of the liquour with which it was seasoned when new, Quae semel est imbuta recens servabit odorem, etc. Says the Poet,
Paul perswades Timothy to continue in the things he learned, his perswasive is that NONLATINALPHABET, from a sucking childe he had known the Scriptures, 2 Tim. 3.14, 15. I have shewed you ought to be Catechized, and why children are in special to be the subjects of this exercise:
Paul persuades Timothy to continue in the things he learned, his persuasive is that, from a sucking child he had known the Scriptures, 2 Tim. 3.14, 15. I have showed you ought to be Catechized, and why children Are in special to be the subject's of this exercise:
1. They must with all cheerfulnesse and constancy sit under Catechizing as an ordinance of God, appointed for their eternal good, not being discouraged by any reproaches of the wicked,
1. They must with all cheerfulness and constancy fit under Catechizing as an Ordinance of God, appointed for their Eternal good, not being discouraged by any Reproaches of the wicked,
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2. They must with all eager diligence commit to memory all the principles and heads of Christian Doctrine commended and committed to them, not breaking off from the work on any sense of difficulty in, or indisposition to the exercise.
2. They must with all eager diligence commit to memory all the principles and Heads of Christian Doctrine commended and committed to them, not breaking off from the work on any sense of difficulty in, or indisposition to the exercise.
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5. That they may not lose the end in using the means they must diligently study the answers they do repeat, observe the questions to which they answer, resolve the question and answer into entire and distinct propositions, hearken with all meeknesse and reverence to the instructing exposition, consult annexed Scriptures, observe their pertinency to prove the principles,
5. That they may not loose the end in using the means they must diligently study the answers they do repeat, observe the questions to which they answer, resolve the question and answer into entire and distinct propositions, harken with all meekness and Reverence to the instructing exposition, consult annexed Scriptures, observe their pertinency to prove the principles,
but they see with their own eyes, assent to principles they understand, and are ready to contend for those Doctrines of the truth of which they are clearly and fully convinced.
but they see with their own eyes, assent to principles they understand, and Are ready to contend for those Doctrines of the truth of which they Are clearly and Fully convinced.
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Having thus laid before you the doctrinal consideration of this Truth, and I hope informed your judgements in the great necessity of such a duty in the Church of God, I shall now briefly suggest the improvement or application thereof,
Having thus laid before you the doctrinal consideration of this Truth, and I hope informed your Judgments in the great necessity of such a duty in the Church of God, I shall now briefly suggest the improvement or application thereof,
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neither yet may Christian parents under the Gospell choose or refuse the bringing up their families in the nurture and fear of the Lord, by this childish way of Catechizing,
neither yet may Christian Parents under the Gospel choose or refuse the bringing up their families in the nurture and Fear of the Lord, by this childish Way of Catechizing,
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And what is thus instanced concerning parents, holds good concerning Schoolmasters and Ministers, according to their relations, and in their proper places:
And what is thus instanced Concerning Parents, holds good Concerning Schoolmasters and Ministers, according to their relations, and in their proper places:
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but must know that it is absolute and undeniable duty for them to see that all such under their charge as are ignorant of the principles of Religion be therein Catechized;
but must know that it is absolute and undeniable duty for them to see that all such under their charge as Are ignorant of the principles of Religion be therein Catechized;
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of laying the foundation of God, as well as building up to perfection; of disciples to be exercised in and prepared by principles to receive higher doctrines;
of laying the Foundation of God, as well as building up to perfection; of Disciples to be exercised in and prepared by principles to receive higher doctrines;
nay, moreover had instruction in the principles of Religion been a matter of indifferency and not of duty, the neglect thereof had not been a matter reprehensive and chargeable on the Hebrews as a matter of iniquity.
nay, moreover had instruction in the principles of Religion been a matter of indifferency and not of duty, the neglect thereof had not been a matter reprehensive and chargeable on the Hebrews as a matter of iniquity.
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it were well if the lukewarmnesse of some in it, and the perversnesse of some towards it, did not lead them to determine this exercise to be iniquity, and denominate it the Antichristian weapon of the late Assembly;
it were well if the lukewarmness of Some in it, and the perverseness of Some towards it, did not led them to determine this exercise to be iniquity, and denominate it the Antichristian weapon of the late Assembly;
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but whosoever seriously considers the care of the Bishops, the constant pains of Catechizers, the cheerful submission of Christians (of all ages, sexes, ranks,
but whosoever seriously considers the care of the Bishops, the constant pains of Catechizers, the cheerful submission of Christians (of all ages, sexes, ranks,
and degrees) to this way of instruction, and the continued practise of the primitive times of the Christian Churches, seconded with the Canons of Councels, constitutions of all Church assemblies, composed Catechisms;
and Degrees) to this Way of instruction, and the continued practice of the primitive times of the Christian Churches, seconded with the Canonas of Counsels, constitutions of all Church assemblies, composed Catechisms;
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conscientious discharge of the duty by the most faithfull Ministers and servants of God in all the succeeding ages of the Church to this day, must conclude it to have been apprehended as absolute duty:
conscientious discharge of the duty by the most faithful Ministers and Servants of God in all the succeeding ages of the Church to this day, must conclude it to have been apprehended as absolute duty:
which appearing to be a Gospel exercise, yet to be used amongst us and the Churches of God that shall succeed, must be accordingly continued, not as a thing of indifferency,
which appearing to be a Gospel exercise, yet to be used among us and the Churches of God that shall succeed, must be accordingly continued, not as a thing of indifferency,
even by laughter and digitation, to such as subject unto the same, as if God had stamped divine authority on such ordinances as might not with modesty and honour be exercised:
even by laughter and digitation, to such as Subject unto the same, as if God had stamped divine Authority on such ordinances as might not with modesty and honour be exercised:
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Is any Gospell ordinance to be declined as shamefull and contemptible by such as would be called Christians and Gospel professors? Did the Apostle ever upbraid or leave it as the brand of the Hebrewes, that they were Catechized and subjected to this ordinance,
Is any Gospel Ordinance to be declined as shameful and contemptible by such as would be called Christians and Gospel professors? Did the Apostle ever upbraid or leave it as the brand of the Hebrews, that they were Catechized and subjected to this Ordinance,
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or not rather that they had not been sufficiently Catechized, and made such proficiency in this School and lesson as they ought to have done? Was it a shame for Christ to be found among the Catechumenists of the Jewes? Could not the Apostles answer without blushing to Christ his Whom do ye say that I am? Was it the shame of Theophilus, Apollos, and others, that they had been Catechized? I finde the Apostle Paul indeed stigmatizing the Jewes with not practising Catechetical heads and rules,
or not rather that they had not been sufficiently Catechized, and made such proficiency in this School and Lesson as they ought to have done? Was it a shame for christ to be found among the Catechumenists of the Jews? Could not the Apostles answer without blushing to christ his Whom do you say that I am? Was it the shame of Theophilus, Apollos, and Others, that they had been Catechized? I find the Apostle Paul indeed stigmatizing the Jews with not practising Catechetical Heads and rules,
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Nay is it not the everlasting renown of the Schools at Athens and Alexandria, that they were Schools of Catechizing and good learning? Did wise Philosophers,
Nay is it not the everlasting renown of the Schools At Athens and Alexandria, that they were Schools of Catechizing and good learning? Did wise Philosophers,
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and honourable Senators, and reverend fathers of the Church, when becoming Christians, submit with shame unto this exercise? Is not the name of Origen famous in the Church for his Catechizing? Is it not recorded to the glory of Ambrose, that he was in his Catechism,
and honourable Senators, and reverend Father's of the Church, when becoming Christians, submit with shame unto this exercise? Is not the name of Origen famous in the Church for his Catechizing? Is it not recorded to the glory of Ambrose, that he was in his Catechism,
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seeing that Catechizing is Gods Ordinance, a Gospel exercise to be used in the Churches of Jesus Christ, it doth justly bespeak matter of blame and rebuke for the general neglect of this exercise in the midst of us in these reforming daies:
seeing that Catechizing is God's Ordinance, a Gospel exercise to be used in the Churches of jesus christ, it does justly bespeak matter of blame and rebuke for the general neglect of this exercise in the midst of us in these reforming days:
is it not almost laid aside in congregations and families, as if it had been a tradition of men, rather then an institution of God, a Prelatical fancy and imagination to vanish with them and the ceremonies as unsutable for times of reformations? Oh Christians, is divine stamp done away from this exercise, that it is done away from practice? is Gospel direction no guidance to this action, that it is laid aside by eminent professors of the Gospel? are there in the Churches of God no subjects for it, that it is so silent? nay is it not sad to see,
is it not almost laid aside in congregations and families, as if it had been a tradition of men, rather then an Institution of God, a Prelatical fancy and imagination to vanish with them and the ceremonies as unsuitable for times of reformations? O Christians, is divine stamp done away from this exercise, that it is done away from practice? is Gospel direction no guidance to this actium, that it is laid aside by eminent professors of the Gospel? Are there in the Churches of God not subject's for it, that it is so silent? nay is it not sad to see,
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now beleeving this, now that, who were never taught nor learned the principles of Christian Doctrine and standing verities necessary to be beleeved unto salvation? can we wonder to see souls seriously affectionate to piety and godlinesse to act the duties thereof precipitately,
now believing this, now that, who were never taught nor learned the principles of Christian Doctrine and standing verities necessary to be believed unto salvation? can we wonder to see Souls seriously affectionate to piety and godliness to act the duties thereof precipitately,
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and irregularly, and suddenly fall off when we remember that they have no principles fixed in their mindes to guide their practise and support their spirits? shall we think it strange to finde painfull preaching little to profit,
and irregularly, and suddenly fallen off when we Remember that they have no principles fixed in their minds to guide their practice and support their spirits? shall we think it strange to find painful preaching little to profit,
when we consider Catechizing hath not laid the foundation, on which preaching higher doctrines should build? if the Hebrewes non-proficiency under this exercise made them uncapable of instruction and edification by higher Doctrines, what capacity can be expected in those Churches where this duty is wholly neglected? have we not cause to fear Popish and blasphemous doctrines catechetically propounded, easily to captivate poor souls from very fundamental truths, whereof for want of Catechizing they must needs be ignorant? In a word, my brethren, is it not sad to see,
when we Consider Catechizing hath not laid the Foundation, on which preaching higher doctrines should built? if the Hebrews nonproficiency under this exercise made them uncapable of instruction and edification by higher Doctrines, what capacity can be expected in those Churches where this duty is wholly neglected? have we not cause to Fear Popish and blasphemous doctrines catechetically propounded, Easily to captivate poor Souls from very fundamental truths, whereof for want of Catechizing they must needs be ignorant? In a word, my brothers, is it not sad to see,
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and may we not with shame consider the light of nature teaching, and the care of men pursuing all Arts and Sciences by principles, axioms and standing verities:
and may we not with shame Consider the Light of nature teaching, and the care of men pursuing all Arts and Sciences by principles, axioms and standing verities:
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and only Christian Doctrine neglected to be thus taught and learned? did not the past ages of the Church of God commonly both teach and learn the Doctrine of God by this exercise,
and only Christian Doctrine neglected to be thus taught and learned? did not the past ages of the Church of God commonly both teach and Learn the Doctrine of God by this exercise,
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1. Such who by vertue of their places should, but do not call to Catechizing such of their relations as are under their charge and tuition in the Lord:
1. Such who by virtue of their places should, but do not call to Catechizing such of their relations as Are under their charge and tuition in the Lord:
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Ministers, Schoolmasters and Masters of families, who can live from year to year without once calling to their relations to seek knowledge and understanding, without counselling and instructing them in the fundamentals of Religion:
Ministers, Schoolmasters and Masters of families, who can live from year to year without once calling to their relations to seek knowledge and understanding, without counseling and instructing them in the fundamentals of Religion:
yet I fear Schoolmasters generally so neglective of calling on their Scholars to learn and give account of the ABC of Christianity, the special rules of Gospel Doctrine, the axioms of truth and true Religion,
yet I Fear Schoolmasters generally so neglective of calling on their Scholars to Learn and give account of the ABC of Christianity, the special rules of Gospel Doctrine, the axioms of truth and true Religion,
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And Masters of families I may (with more confidence then I delight in) charge to have left their children and servants at liberty to learn or not to learn, to be Catechized or not to be Catechized:
And Masters of families I may (with more confidence then I delight in) charge to have left their children and Servants At liberty to Learn or not to Learn, to be Catechized or not to be Catechized:
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How many are there, that if their children and servants of themselves will learn and do gain knowledge in the principles of Religion, will not blame them,
How many Are there, that if their children and Servants of themselves will Learn and do gain knowledge in the principles of Religion, will not blame them,
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neither commanding them to learn, nor calling for an account of their diligence therein? whereby in the most families Catechizing is a stranger, unacquainted because unused:
neither commanding them to Learn, nor calling for an account of their diligence therein? whereby in the most families Catechizing is a stranger, unacquainted Because unused:
to be defirous of liberty, and to be loose from every duty, and observe the golden reigns of soveraignty to be thrown on the youthfull neck, which sensible thereof, can wantonly run off its due course,
to be defirous of liberty, and to be lose from every duty, and observe the golden reigns of sovereignty to be thrown on the youthful neck, which sensible thereof, can wantonly run off its due course,
shall we admire to see Catechizing neglected, ignorance nourished, or think it strange for Ministers many times to call families to answer their Catechisms,
shall we admire to see Catechizing neglected, ignorance nourished, or think it strange for Ministers many times to call families to answer their Catechisms,
yet we cannot but charge the guilt on such who have authority and ought in duty to bring them to Catechizing, and prepare them for the same by keeping to it in their families, but do not:
yet we cannot but charge the guilt on such who have Authority and ought in duty to bring them to Catechizing, and prepare them for the same by keeping to it in their families, but do not:
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indisposition and aversenesse of the children and family will be no excuse to thee; for hath God put the rod of correction any more into thy hand in vain,
indisposition and averseness of the children and family will be no excuse to thee; for hath God put the rod of correction any more into thy hand in vain,
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and encourager to the good? hath he not put in subjection to thee such as he hath placed under thy charge? doth he not require from thy hand that thou and thy house should serve the Lord? It is the good note of learned Zanchy on the fourth Command, that it doth not command, remember to keep holy the Sabbath,
and encourager to the good? hath he not put in subjection to thee such as he hath placed under thy charge? does he not require from thy hand that thou and thy house should serve the Lord? It is the good note of learned Zanchy on the fourth Command, that it does not command, Remember to keep holy the Sabbath,
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and let me tell you, that I do beleeve the neglect of paternall power and due exercise of that authority, God hath given to call and compell to duty, will not be found the least of relative sins in the day of the Lord.
and let me tell you, that I do believe the neglect of paternal power and due exercise of that Authority, God hath given to call and compel to duty, will not be found the least of relative Sins in the day of the Lord.
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Secondly, You are degenerated from the practise of the people of God in past ages, whose resolution was not only for themselves but theirs also, that they should serve the Lord.
Secondly, You Are degenerated from the practice of the people of God in past ages, whose resolution was not only for themselves but theirs also, that they should serve the Lord.
and I have before noted, that God exceedingly extols Abraham for this very reason, that he knew he would use his paternall power, to see his children and houshold to keep Gods waies:
and I have before noted, that God exceedingly extols Abraham for this very reason, that he knew he would use his paternal power, to see his children and household to keep God's ways:
on which words a reverend Divine notes, that Abraham did not leave his children and servants to their own genius, their own counsels, their own lusts;
on which words a reverend Divine notes, that Abraham did not leave his children and Servants to their own genius, their own Counsels, their own Lustiest;
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Oh consider brethren, is paternall power any lesse now under the Gospell then before, and under the Law? or are not we more degenerated from the pious property of authoritative acting zeal for duty,
O Consider brothers, is paternal power any less now under the Gospel then before, and under the Law? or Are not we more degenerated from the pious property of authoritative acting zeal for duty,
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nay, and will not many men make the rod to caution and command from dangers to the bodies of their children, that can passe in silence the desperate dangers to which the soul is subjected? Will they not many times put out their power to prohibit such company and courses as may endanger their persons or estates,
nay, and will not many men make the rod to caution and command from dangers to the bodies of their children, that can pass in silence the desperate dangers to which the soul is subjected? Will they not many times put out their power to prohibit such company and courses as may endanger their Persons or estates,
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and upon their blessing charge and command such and such courses as may conduce to their supposed happinesse? which yet can let their own genius lead to or from the duties that may advantage the soul for ever:
and upon their blessing charge and command such and such courses as may conduce to their supposed happiness? which yet can let their own genius led to or from the duties that may advantage the soul for ever:
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and not rather to command for him? and is not the immortall souls of your dear relations much better then their mortall bodies? what shall be their profit to gain the whole world and lose the soul? but will it not be the shame of Christians, that as men of this world, they should be wiser in their generation then as the children of God?
and not rather to command for him? and is not the immortal Souls of your dear relations much better then their Mortal bodies? what shall be their profit to gain the Whole world and loose the soul? but will it not be the shame of Christians, that as men of this world, they should be Wiser in their generation then as the children of God?
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1. The Apostles did deliver to the succeeding Ministers a form of sound words, and gave it in charge that it should be held fast, as did Paul to Timothy, 2 Tim. 1.13. and was this sinful and to be condemned? or if ours be a form, is it of unsound words? if so, let them make it to appear, we will then lay it aside;
1. The Apostles did deliver to the succeeding Ministers a from of found words, and gave it in charge that it should be held fast, as did Paul to Timothy, 2 Tim. 1.13. and was this sinful and to be condemned? or if ours be a from, is it of unsound words? if so, let them make it to appear, we will then lay it aside;
and whet them diligently upon them, as well as keep them in their own hearts, Deut. 6.6, 7. Shall we be afraid to teach our children the ten Commandements,
and whet them diligently upon them, as well as keep them in their own hearts, Deuteronomy 6.6, 7. Shall we be afraid to teach our children the ten commandments,
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when we finde it to be the lesson God himself hath set them? may not we that are Gods Ushers safely teach in the method that our Master hath propounded? nay, must we not of duty do it? Is it not eminent piety and devout scrupulosity that makes us question and cast off divine prescription? Rather, is it not the Devils cavill against duty, it is done in a form?
when we find it to be the Lesson God himself hath Set them? may not we that Are God's Ushers safely teach in the method that our Master hath propounded? nay, must we not of duty do it? Is it not eminent piety and devout scrupulosity that makes us question and cast off divine prescription? Rather, is it not the Devils cavil against duty, it is done in a from?
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3. That our Catechisms are thus in Formes, doth most answer our main end of Catechizing, which is to teach men and women from their Infancy, to think and speak the same things that the Members of the Church may be of one minde and one mouth in the Lord.
3. That our Catechisms Are thus in Forms, does most answer our main end of Catechizing, which is to teach men and women from their Infancy, to think and speak the same things that the Members of the Church may be of one mind and one Mouth in the Lord.
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4. Is it not the Form that constitutes the duty, and distinguisheth from other duties? I have before noted, that Catechizing is a teaching by words, a repetition of the same strokes,
4. Is it not the From that constitutes the duty, and Distinguisheth from other duties? I have before noted, that Catechizing is a teaching by words, a repetition of the same Strokes,
That the children Catechized, being young and not capable of understanding what they hear and repeat, will but prophane the name of God, by using an ordinance in a perfunctory way,
That the children Catechized, being young and not capable of understanding what they hear and repeat, will but profane the name of God, by using an Ordinance in a perfunctory Way,
the speeches that have dropt from some children at four, or five, or six years of age, do sufficiently demonstrate how easie some truths have been apprehended by the understandings,
the Speeches that have dropped from Some children At four, or five, or six Years of age, do sufficiently demonstrate how easy Some truths have been apprehended by the understandings,
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Nay, doth not our Saviour justifie and defend the little children who cryed Hosanna to him at his riding into Jerusalem? yet it is more than probable, they understood not what they cryed,
Nay, does not our Saviour justify and defend the little children who cried Hosanna to him At his riding into Jerusalem? yet it is more than probable, they understood not what they cried,
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3. There is more danger of both present and future prophanation of Gods Name by swearing, cursing, prophanation of Sabbaths, &c. for want of Catechizing:
3. There is more danger of both present and future profanation of God's Name by swearing, cursing, profanation of Sabbaths, etc. for want of Catechizing:
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and if prophanenesse prevail much in catechized children, what must it do in the uncatechized who have no principles of death, judgement and hell, to curb or restrain them? certainly such must be drowned by the overflowings of impiety.
and if profaneness prevail much in Catechized children, what must it do in the uncatechized who have no principles of death, judgement and hell, to curb or restrain them? Certainly such must be drowned by the overflowings of impiety.
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for there is more likelihood that such will prophane holy things, and yet no Minister is to take the prophanenesse of his hearers as a sufficient discharge from his duty,
for there is more likelihood that such will profane holy things, and yet no Minister is to take the profaneness of his hearers as a sufficient discharge from his duty,
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but persist in instructing even those that oppose themselves to see if God will at any time give them repentance to the acknowledgement of the truth, 2 Tim. 2.25. The prophanation of Gods Name is not the proper result of instruction;
but persist in instructing even those that oppose themselves to see if God will At any time give them Repentance to the acknowledgement of the truth, 2 Tim. 2.25. The profanation of God's Name is not the proper result of instruction;
Having noted the reproof against superiors for not calling and commanding such as are under their charge unto Catechizing: we now come to the reproof of inferiors; and it is to blame them which have been declared the subjects of Catechizing,
Having noted the reproof against superiors for not calling and commanding such as Are under their charge unto Catechizing: we now come to the reproof of inferiors; and it is to blame them which have been declared the subject's of Catechizing,
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and will youth refuse and rise up against it? is this your remembrance of God your Creator in the daies of your youth? or did you but seriously remember your Creator to be a God of Soveraignty and power, that may and can require submission to his prescriptions, of justice and severity that will punish every disobedience and resistance thereof:
and will youth refuse and rise up against it? is this your remembrance of God your Creator in the days of your youth? or did you but seriously Remember your Creator to be a God of Sovereignty and power, that may and can require submission to his prescriptions, of Justice and severity that will Punish every disobedience and resistance thereof:
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how could you sinfully slight or stubbornly refuse subjection unto Catechizing? If God put a period to your daies under the contempt of his prescriptions,
how could you sinfully slight or stubbornly refuse subjection unto Catechizing? If God put a Period to your days under the contempt of his prescriptions,
Which of all the Saints in Scripture did refuse or resist Catechizing? were not these the children of Wisdome, who well knew the duties commanded of God,
Which of all the Saints in Scripture did refuse or resist Catechizing? were not these the children of Wisdom, who well knew the duties commanded of God,
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and convenient, nay commodious to themselves? doth not your stubborn resistance of, and stiffe contests against subjection to this exercise, charge the generation of the just with folly and vanity?
and convenient, nay commodious to themselves? does not your stubborn resistance of, and stiff contests against subjection to this exercise, charge the generation of the just with folly and vanity?
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but Satan as the Prince of this world, studies to blind your eyes by keeping you from and setting you against the means of instruction and illumination,
but Satan as the Prince of this world, studies to blind your eyes by keeping you from and setting you against the means of instruction and illumination,
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hereby your strength serves corruption, and your glorious youth is in bondage to Satan: nay, and not only so, but condemnation must needs justly passe upon you:
hereby your strength serves corruption, and your glorious youth is in bondage to Satan: nay, and not only so, but condemnation must needs justly pass upon you:
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Rebellion is as the sin of Witchcraft, and disobedience, as iniquity and idolatry; so detestable was disobedience to parents, that the disobedient son was to be stoned:
Rebellion is as the since of Witchcraft, and disobedience, as iniquity and idolatry; so detestable was disobedience to Parents, that the disobedient son was to be stoned:
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when thereunto counselled and commanded by parents? what obedience can be expected in things civill from such, who resist commands enforced with special divine authority?
when thereunto counseled and commanded by Parents? what Obedience can be expected in things civil from such, who resist commands Enforced with special divine Authority?
Will not experience witnesse our uncatechized youth, to have wandred from error to error, being led up and down with the ignis fatuus of new lights that have appeared? and certainly such as cannot stand in the storm of seducing doctrines, will never indure the force of fiery persecution:
Will not experience witness our uncatechized youth, to have wandered from error to error, being led up and down with the ignis fatuus of new lights that have appeared? and Certainly such as cannot stand in the storm of seducing doctrines, will never endure the force of fiery persecution:
They are willing to be Catechized, and could be content to subject themselves to the Ordinance, were it not they shall be accounted singular in reviving an unusefull exercise,
They Are willing to be Catechized, and could be content to Subject themselves to the Ordinance, were it not they shall be accounted singular in reviving an unuseful exercise,
2. If thou be alone and derided, is it not the lot of the righteous? doth not Christ declare his children to be for signs and for wonders, in Isa. 8.18.
2. If thou be alone and derided, is it not the lot of the righteous? does not christ declare his children to be for Signs and for wonders, in Isaiah 8.18.
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Was it not the honour of Lot to be alone, in Sodom? and Noah to be alone in the old world? doest thou think thou shalt sit down in heaven surrounded with pensive thoughts, that thou didst travell alone in the way thither? How many men can be glad to drive a singular trade by which to grow rich? canst not thou then be contented to use alone that course that will make thee rich in faith?
Was it not the honour of Lot to be alone, in Sodom? and Noah to be alone in the old world? dost thou think thou shalt fit down in heaven surrounded with pensive thoughts, that thou didst travel alone in the Way thither? How many men can be glad to drive a singular trade by which to grow rich? Canst not thou then be contented to use alone that course that will make thee rich in faith?
nay suck sweetnesse and taste the abundant benefit thereby acquired to the soul, will plainly convince thee, that it is a matter plainly ridiculous in them to deride not only an Ordinance of God,
nay suck sweetness and taste the abundant benefit thereby acquired to the soul, will plainly convince thee, that it is a matter plainly ridiculous in them to deride not only an Ordinance of God,
How long you simple ones, will you love simplicity? scorners delight in scorning, and fools hate knowledge? and in vers. 26. I will laugh at your calamity,
How long you simple ones, will you love simplicity? Scorner's delight in scorning, and Fools hate knowledge? and in vers. 26. I will laugh At your calamity,
for he hath said, He that shall be ashamed of me or of my words, of him will I be ashamed when he cometh in the glory of the Father with all his holy Angels, Mar. 8.39.
for he hath said, He that shall be ashamed of me or of my words, of him will I be ashamed when he comes in the glory of the Father with all his holy Angels, Mar. 8.39.
2. Art thou not past shame in matters of sin? canst thou not study and speak lewd and lascivious songs? base, obscure and ribald discourses, that the light of nature blusheth and is ashamed to hear uttered? and yet art thou ashamed to learn the rudiments of Religion,
2. Art thou not passed shame in matters of since? Canst thou not study and speak lewd and lascivious songs? base, Obscure and ribald discourses, that the Light of nature blusheth and is ashamed to hear uttered? and yet art thou ashamed to Learn the rudiments of Religion,
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for that thy constitution becomes unto thee a temptation unto sinfull neglect of duty: Satan is apt and ready to lay before temptations from without thee;
for that thy constitution becomes unto thee a temptation unto sinful neglect of duty: Satan is apt and ready to lay before temptations from without thee;
and so much the rather for that we have attained to some ripenesse of understanding, and are in a better capacity of gaining profit by the Word preached and read, then we were when young. To this I answer.
and so much the rather for that we have attained to Some ripeness of understanding, and Are in a better capacity of gaining profit by the Word preached and read, then we were when young. To this I answer.
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those were not ashamed when their beards were grown, to be publiquely Catechized. 3. Ʋncatechized thou canst not well profit by reading or hearing the Word:
those were not ashamed when their beards were grown, to be publicly Catechized. 3. Ʋncatechized thou Canst not well profit by reading or hearing the Word:
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The third and last Use of the point, is of exhortation to superiours and inferiours in their places, to own, exercise, advance and subject unto this ordinance of God, Catechizing: let me in the Name of the Lord, earnestly intreat all such as have the charge and oversight of youth, diligently to instruct them in,
The third and last Use of the point, is of exhortation to superiors and inferiors in their places, to own, exercise, advance and Subject unto this Ordinance of God, Catechizing: let me in the Name of the Lord, earnestly entreat all such as have the charge and oversight of youth, diligently to instruct them in,
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as you make conscience of duty, or expect comfort in your family; let your houses be houses of Catechizing, your children and servants be constantly Catechized:
as you make conscience of duty, or expect Comfort in your family; let your houses be houses of Catechizing, your children and Servants be constantly Catechized:
Ministers make consciences to minister this milk of principles by Catechizing to babes in Christ, with no lesse diligence then to feed men with the meat of higher Doctrines by constant preaching;
Ministers make Consciences to minister this milk of principles by Catechizing to babes in christ, with no less diligence then to feed men with the meat of higher Doctrines by constant preaching;
or stubbornly resist subjection to this ordinance of Catechizing, unto the perswading both superiours and inferiours duly to discharge their respective duties.
or stubbornly resist subjection to this Ordinance of Catechizing, unto the persuading both superiors and inferiors duly to discharge their respective duties.
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I need propound no other motives then what hath been before urged. Consider but the Reasons of the Doctrine, and if Excellency may induce, Necessity enforce.
I need propound no other motives then what hath been before urged. Consider but the Reasons of the Doctrine, and if Excellency may induce, Necessity enforce.
moreover, reflect on, and revolve in your serious thoughts the particular reasons rendred, why Parents in their families, Schoolmasters in their Schools,
moreover, reflect on, and revolve in your serious thoughts the particular Reasons rendered, why Parents in their families, Schoolmasters in their Schools,
tell me whether you have not pregnant perswasions unto Catechizing? yet that I may not close the Doctrine without some heart-moving, soul-quickning considerations, weigh seriously these severall motives, I desire to suggest to superiors and inferiors joyntly to stirre up the one constantly to Catechize, the other chearfully to be Catechized.
tell me whither you have not pregnant persuasions unto Catechizing? yet that I may not close the Doctrine without Some heart-moving, soul-quickening considerations, weigh seriously these several motives, I desire to suggest to superiors and inferiors jointly to stir up the one constantly to Catechise, the other cheerfully to be Catechized.
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This is that which God cals for in Eccles. 12.1. Remember thy Creator in the daies of thy youth before the daies come wherein thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them.
This is that which God calls for in Eccles. 12.1. remember thy Creator in the days of thy youth before the days come wherein thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them.
can God take pleasure in that time which thou canst take none thy self? It is an observation of the Rabbies on Levit. 1.14. that Turtles may be offered in sacrifice at any age, but Pigeons when they are young:
can God take pleasure in that time which thou Canst take none thy self? It is an observation of the Rabbies on Levit. 1.14. that Turtle may be offered in sacrifice At any age, but Pigeons when they Are young:
Nay it layeth an engagement on God to communicate his Counsell to Abraham, that he knoweth that he will command his houshold and his children that they shall keep the way of the Lord, Gen. 18.17, 19. And whilest it pleaseth God, it displeaseth Satan;
Nay it Layeth an engagement on God to communicate his Counsel to Abraham, that he Knoweth that he will command his household and his children that they shall keep the Way of the Lord, Gen. 18.17, 19. And whilst it Pleases God, it displeaseth Satan;
the Scripture takes speciall notice of Sarahs calling Abraham Lord, and propounds her as a pattern of meeknesse and submission, 1 Pet. 3.6. His son Isaac is subject and obedient to his father, chearfully bearing the wood on which he should have been sacrificed;
the Scripture Takes special notice of Sarahs calling Abraham Lord, and propounds her as a pattern of meekness and submission, 1 Pet. 3.6. His son Isaac is Subject and obedient to his father, cheerfully bearing the wood on which he should have been sacrificed;
so that the effect of Catechizing is seen in all the members of the family, making it a Church for its constant, orderly and pious performances of duty.
so that the Effect of Catechizing is seen in all the members of the family, making it a Church for its constant, orderly and pious performances of duty.
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3. Catechizing is the proper means for edifying the Churches of Jesus Christ: God never denied the Infants of Christian parents admission into his Church;
3. Catechizing is the proper means for edifying the Churches of jesus christ: God never denied the Infants of Christian Parents admission into his Church;
the great piety of our age is placed in a pretended gathering (but reall sca•tering, by cutting publick solemn assemblies in private meetings) of Churches,
the great piety of our age is placed in a pretended gathering (but real sca•tering, by cutting public solemn assemblies in private meetings) of Churches,
but sure I am, that the sinfull suspension of Catechizing, cuts short Christianity, and is likely (if God prevent not) to give us reall cause (in the return to infidelity) to gather Churches indeed,
but sure I am, that the sinful suspension of Catechizing, cuts short Christianity, and is likely (if God prevent not) to give us real cause (in the return to infidelity) to gather Churches indeed,
Satan, as vigilant and subtle enemies, endevours to enter the soul betimes, and blinde the eye whilest yet tender, to infuse into the soul principles of blasphemy and prophanenesse, knowing that possession is eleven points of the Law;
Satan, as vigilant and subtle enemies, endeavours to enter the soul betimes, and blind the eye whilst yet tender, to infuse into the soul principles of blasphemy and profaneness, knowing that possession is eleven points of the Law;
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Was not this the stratagem of the Councels and Fathers of the primitive times against the blasphemous Heresies of those daies? is not the re-entry of the same blasphemies an engagement to us to countermine the Devils devices by putting Creeds and Catechisms into the hands of our people? nay, is not the vigilancy of Satan and diligence of his instruments in casting the Arrian and Socinian Heresies in Catecheticall forms ▪ nay in scattering abroad the Cracovian and Biddles Catechisms, the check of our long sinfull neglect of Catechizing,
Was not this the stratagem of the Counsels and Father's of the primitive times against the blasphemous Heresies of those days? is not the reentry of the same Blasphemies an engagement to us to countermine the Devils devices by putting Creeds and Catechisms into the hands of our people? nay, is not the vigilancy of Satan and diligence of his Instruments in casting the Arrian and Socinian Heresies in Catechetical forms ▪ nay in scattering abroad the Cracovian and Biddles Catechisms, the check of our long sinful neglect of Catechizing,
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5. Catechizing puts into a capacity of living with credit, or dying with comfort, Catechizing in doctrines of Christianity, doth as well civilize a man as Christianize a soul, it instr•••s in du•ies to be done towards men, as well as towards God:
5. Catechizing puts into a capacity of living with credit, or dying with Comfort, Catechizing in doctrines of Christianity, does as well civilize a man as Christianize a soul, it instr•••s in du•ies to be done towards men, as well as towards God:
youth not educated in principles of Religion, may live with shame and die with sorrow; for they know not what to do or how to carry themselves whilest they live,
youth not educated in principles of Religion, may live with shame and die with sorrow; for they know not what to do or how to carry themselves whilst they live,
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and couragious under temptations? and when they have come to die, have cheerfully given up their souls to God through Christ, in knowledge of whom they have been Catechized? Whilest youth have souls rationall and capable of education, let them not want instruction in those things that may make them serviceable to God in their generation;
and courageous under temptations? and when they have come to die, have cheerfully given up their Souls to God through christ, in knowledge of whom they have been Catechized? Whilst youth have Souls rational and capable of education, let them not want instruction in those things that may make them serviceable to God in their generation;
and whilest they have souls immortall that may be damned or saved, when they depart out of their bodies, let them not want Catechizing in the waies of everlasting peace.
and whilst they have Souls immortal that may be damned or saved, when they depart out of their bodies, let them not want Catechizing in the ways of everlasting peace.
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Thus then you have seen the Doctrine proved, illustrated, and applied, in the application you have been exhorted to the duty, consider seriously the duty pressed on you,
Thus then you have seen the Doctrine proved, illustrated, and applied, in the application you have been exhorted to the duty, Consider seriously the duty pressed on you,
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and motives by which you have been perswaded, and if you would pleasure God, produce order in your families, pursue the due edification of the Churches of God, prevent the Devils design,
and motives by which you have been persuaded, and if you would pleasure God, produce order in your families, pursue the due edification of the Churches of God, prevent the Devils Design,
as inferiors be chearfull in being Catechized, shewing by your diligence in it the dignity of the exercise, your submission being a seal of the divine institution of it;
as inferiors be cheerful in being Catechized, showing by your diligence in it the dignity of the exercise, your submission being a seal of the divine Institution of it;
Jubet autem omitti ejusmodi rudimenta, non quod eorum oblivisci unquam debeant fideles, sed quia in illis minime est haerendum. Calv. in Heb. c. 6. ver. 1.
Jubet autem omitti ejusmodi rudimenta, non quod Their Oblivion unquam debeant fideles, sed quia in illis minime est haerendum. Calvin in Hebrew c. 6. ver. 1.
