A peace-offering in the Temple; or, A seasonable plea for unity among dissenting brethren: in a sermon at St. Paul's Church, London, before the Right Honouable the Lord Mayor, &c. on the 14th of October, 1660. By Richard Henchman, Rectour of St. James-Garlick-Hyth.
THe Searcher of all Hearts knows, I have no other Design in making choice of this Subject, in this Place; but that I might cast in my Mite, and apply some Sovereign Balsame to cure the Epidemical Distemper of this Age: That so (if it be possible) I may be Instrumental to the Healing of the Hurts; to the closing up of those Wounds, and Rents; which many Empericks, and Mountebanks in Religion have caused in this our Church.
THe Searcher of all Hearts knows, I have no other Design in making choice of this Subject, in this Place; but that I might cast in my Mite, and apply Some Sovereign Balsam to cure the Epidemical Distemper of this Age: That so (if it be possible) I may be Instrumental to the Healing of the Hurts; to the closing up of those Wounds, and Rends; which many Empirics, and Mountebanks in Religion have caused in this our Church.
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and Discord amongst themselves, censoriously Condemning, and Passionately Contemning too, one another for things indifferent. Now the Apostle, fearing that this Difference in Opinions, would breed an Alienation in Affections, and afterwards increase into more bitter Oppositions, he frames a very prevalent Argument, by way of Caution, to avoid such Offences, in the precedent Chapter, at the 12th Verse. So then (saith he) every one of us shall give an account of himself to God:
and Discord among themselves, censoriously Condemning, and Passionately Contemning too, one Another for things indifferent. Now the Apostle, fearing that this Difference in Opinions, would breed an Alienation in Affections, and afterwards increase into more bitter Oppositions, he frames a very prevalent Argument, by Way of Caution, to avoid such Offences, in the precedent Chapter, At the 12th Verse. So then (Says he) every one of us shall give an account of himself to God:
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They kept such a stir about Days, and Meats, censuring, and controling one another, Nodum in Scirpo, quaerentes, for Toys and Trifles, they did so vex, and offend, one another conilnually:
They kept such a stir about Days, and Meats, censuring, and controlling one Another, Nodum in Scirpo, quaerentes, for Toys and Trifles, they did so vex, and offend, one Another conilnually:
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and therefore the Apostle (in that Chapter ) uses both his Rhetorick, and his Logick too, to allay those storms, and appease those contentions, as you may read at large in the 14th, 17th, and 19th, Verses.
and Therefore the Apostle (in that Chapter) uses both his Rhetoric, and his Logic too, to allay those storms, and appease those contentions, as you may read At large in the 14th, 17th, and 19th, Verses.
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And here, in this Chapter, he goes on, and prosecutes his Argument in the first Ʋerse. We then (saith he) that are Strong (that is, strong in Faith, strong in Knowledg, strong in Grace ) ought to bear the infirmities of the Weak.
And Here, in this Chapter, he Goes on, and prosecutes his Argument in the First Ʋerse. We then (Says he) that Are Strong (that is, strong in Faith, strong in Knowledge, strong in Grace) ought to bear the infirmities of the Weak.
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If they be hasty, or froward, or peevish, or vexatious; let us use Indulgence towards them, bear with them, help and relieve them; their Deportment is inconsiderable;
If they be hasty, or froward, or peevish, or vexatious; let us use Indulgence towards them, bear with them, help and relieve them; their Deportment is inconsiderable;
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If such be overtaken in a fault, we, that are spiritual, should endeavour to restore them with the spirit of Meekness. If they be impatient; yet in your Christian Patience possess ye your Souls.
If such be overtaken in a fault, we, that Are spiritual, should endeavour to restore them with the Spirit of Meekness. If they be impatient; yet in your Christian Patience possess you your Souls.
Ye are very much to pieces, strangely disjoynted, and distracted; yet, though your Passions may seem to impede an harmonious Agreement in things indifferent, my fervent Prayers may obtain it.
You Are very much to Pieces, strangely disjointed, and distracted; yet, though your Passion may seem to impede an harmonious Agreement in things indifferent, my fervent Prayers may obtain it.
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This (you see) here is Praxis Apostolica; 'twas the Apostle Paul 's Practice, and it is the Duty of every Minister. Oh, that we could all endeavour to write after this Copy!
This (you see) Here is Praxis Apostolica; 'twas the Apostle Paul is Practice, and it is the Duty of every Minister. O, that we could all endeavour to write After this Copy!
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NONLATINALPHABET. That they may be united in Thoughts, Judgments, and Affections: that, as they are concorporated into one outward Profession, so they may be coanimated into one inward Love in Christ. Paraeus Interprets it Consensum in Fide, a mutual consent in Faith. He prays, (says he) that they may be of one Judgment,
. That they may be united in Thoughts, Judgments, and Affections: that, as they Are concorporated into one outward Profession, so they may be coanimated into one inward Love in christ. Pareus Interprets it Consensum in Fide, a mutual consent in Faith. He prays, (Says he) that they may be of one Judgement,
But I rather understand, and referr it to Consent in Jugment, and also Concord in Affection: because 'tis expressed one towards another; where he touches all the Causes of this Concord.
But I rather understand, and refer it to Consent in Judgement, and also Concord in Affection: Because it's expressed one towards Another; where he touches all the Causes of this Concord.
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according to that of the Apostle, 2 Cor. i. 4. The God of Patience, and Comfort; because the Authour, Approver, and Rewarder of Patience, and Hope, and Comfort. And therefore incomparable Grotius hath this excellent Note upon this Place:
according to that of the Apostle, 2 Cor. i. 4. The God of Patience, and Comfort; Because the Author, Approver, and Rewarder of Patience, and Hope, and Comfort. And Therefore incomparable Grotius hath this excellent Note upon this Place:
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Genitivus, (says he) in his libris, modò Objectum, modò Causam Effectricem denotat. Though these Graces come from us Instrumentally, yet Effectually they are from God;
Genitive, (Says he) in his Books, modò Objectum, modò Causam Effectricem Denotat. Though these Graces come from us Instrumentally, yet Effectually they Are from God;
Because the way to true, solid, and serious Comfort is patiently to endure the Cross. The way to Mount Tabor, is by Mount Calvary. The way to a Canaan of Joy, and Consolation, is through a Wilderness of Sorrow, and Lamentation. Per Saxa, per Ignes, Tendimus ad Superos, &c. But you may Object again;
Because the Way to true, solid, and serious Comfort is patiently to endure the Cross. The Way to Mount Tabor, is by Mount Calvary. The Way to a Canaan of Joy, and Consolation, is through a Wilderness of Sorrow, and Lamentation. Per Rock, per Ignes, Tendimus ad Superos, etc. But you may Object again;
and say, Why is God termed here a God of Patience, and Consolation, and not a God of Faith, or Hope, or Love, or Peace, as elsewhere? To this I also Answer;
and say, Why is God termed Here a God of Patience, and Consolation, and not a God of Faith, or Hope, or Love, or Peace, as elsewhere? To this I also Answer;
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Now here the Apostle prays for unity, and concord amongst them, that were at difference. The strong were not patient towards the weak, nor the weak towards the strong. They were furious, hot spirits, of fiery, cholerick Tempers, very peevish, and impatient, one towards another:
Now Here the Apostle prays for unity, and concord among them, that were At difference. The strong were not patient towards the weak, nor the weak towards the strong. They were furious, hight spirits, of fiery, choleric Tempers, very peevish, and impatient, one towards Another:
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and therefore the Apostle applies suitable Epithetes in his Prayers to cure their Distempers. He prays to the God of all Graces to grant them those Graces of all other.
and Therefore the Apostle Applies suitable Epithets in his Prayers to cure their Distempers. He prays to the God of all Graces to grant them those Graces of all other.
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Secondly, This Prayer is amplified by another Note of unity. It must be according to Christ, that is, according to Christ 's Rule, example, and commandment: that they may be united in Truth, and holiness; not in Sin, and wickedness; in order, decency, and godliness; not in faction, disorder, and prophaneness. Never think of Unity any other way, or terms,
Secondly, This Prayer is amplified by Another Note of unity. It must be according to christ, that is, according to christ is Rule, Exampl, and Commandment: that they may be united in Truth, and holiness; not in since, and wickedness; in order, decency, and godliness; not in faction, disorder, and profaneness. Never think of Unity any other Way, or terms,
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For how can the Members be united, but in the Head? or the Scholars, but in the Teacher? or the Subjects, but in their Sovereign? Can the Dead be united to the Living? What concord between Light, and Darkness? Christ, and Belial? Whilest some are for Earth, and others for Heaven; it is not possible they should go one way.
For how can the Members be united, but in the Head? or the Scholars, but in the Teacher? or the Subject's, but in their Sovereign? Can the Dead be united to the Living? What concord between Light, and Darkness? christ, and Belial? Whilst Some Are for Earth, and Others for Heaven; it is not possible they should go one Way.
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The agreement of Sinners in mischievous practices, is against Christ, not according to Christ; Psal. ii. 2. The Rulers take counsel together against the Lord, and against his Anointed.
The agreement of Sinners in mischievous practices, is against christ, not according to christ; Psalm ii. 2. The Rulers take counsel together against the Lord, and against his Anointed.
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All Agreements, which are not founded upon Christ, are rather conspiracies, then agreements; like the agreement of Simeon and Levi, Brethen in Iniquity:
All Agreements, which Are not founded upon christ, Are rather conspiracies, then agreements; like the agreement of Simeon and Levi, Brethren in Iniquity:
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Let us therefore hold fast together for the defence of Christ, his Truth, his Laws, his Gospel. This is that, which the Apostle prays for here, to be alike-minded according to Christ.
Let us Therefore hold fast together for the defence of christ, his Truth, his Laws, his Gospel. This is that, which the Apostle prays for Here, to be Alikeminded according to christ.
Thirdly, and Lastly, his Prayer is amplified, and enlarged, in regard of the end of unity, and concord. It must be to glorifie God. And this also is here amplified,
Thirdly, and Lastly, his Prayer is amplified, and enlarged, in regard of the end of unity, and concord. It must be to Glorify God. And this also is Here amplified,
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By Strifes, and Contentions, God is not glorified; but blasphemed. He cannot endure them, which call him Father, and will not live quietly, and peaceably with their Christian Brethren. And therefore, seeing there is so near a Relation, having one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, let it be a stronger Tye, and Obligation, to Unity, and Concord:
By Strifes, and Contentions, God is not glorified; but blasphemed. He cannot endure them, which call him Father, and will not live quietly, and peaceably with their Christian Brothers. And Therefore, seeing there is so near a Relation, having one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, let it be a Stronger Tie, and Obligation, to Unity, and Concord:
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Let this move us all to be One (as it were) because the God, and Father of us all, is One. And thus our blessed Saviour prays Pathetically in that last Prayer of his:
Let this move us all to be One (as it were) Because the God, and Father of us all, is One. And thus our blessed Saviour prays Pathetically in that last Prayer of his:
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And, if none of my Arguments will prevail to unite you together, this day, in a firm and lasting bond of Amity, unity, and concord; I will not onely now, but all the days of my Life, continue my Prayers, and Supplications for you, in the words of my Text, and according to the Practice of this blessed Apostle, St. Paul; saying, The God of Patience, and Consolation, grant you to be alike-minded, one towards another.
And, if none of my Arguments will prevail to unite you together, this day, in a firm and lasting bound of Amity, unity, and concord; I will not only now, but all the days of my Life, continue my Prayers, and Supplications for you, in the words of my Text, and according to the Practice of this blessed Apostle, Saint Paul; saying, The God of Patience, and Consolation, grant you to be Alikeminded, one towards Another.
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and Theological Explication of the Words. I should be too tedious, if I should insist on every Particular, and from thence raise several Observations; I shall therefore,
and Theological Explication of the Words. I should be too tedious, if I should insist on every Particular, and from thence raise several Observations; I shall Therefore,
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as God shall enable me, and the Time permit me, extract one suitable, and seasonable Doctrine, as the Marrow, and Quintessence of the whose Text, which is this: I pray, observe it.
as God shall enable me, and the Time permit me, extract one suitable, and seasonable Doctrine, as the Marrow, and Quintessence of the whose Text, which is this: I pray, observe it.
See this first proved by Scripture. 1 Cor. 1.10. There the same Apostle prays, that the Corinthians may all speak the same thing, that there be no divisions amongst them:
See this First proved by Scripture. 1 Cor. 1.10. There the same Apostle prays, that the Corinthians may all speak the same thing, that there be no divisions among them:
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First, he prays, that they may speak the same thing; that there may be a unity in their Language. The Anatomists tell us of an Artery, which goes from the Heart to the Tongue: if our Tongues jarr, our Hearts cannot make Harmony. Ʋt sitis aptè compacti;
First, he prays, that they may speak the same thing; that there may be a unity in their Language. The Anatomists tell us of an Artery, which Goes from the Heart to the Tongue: if our Tongues jarr, our Hearts cannot make Harmony. Ʋt sitis aptè compacti;
so Theophylact. Now the more sure course to bring this to pass, is for all of us to be of one mind, and of one meaning, to speak as we mean, and to mean as we speak; else we cannot be perfectly joyned together, but shall remain a tottered, a dismembered, and mishapen Body.
so Theophylact Now the more sure course to bring this to pass, is for all of us to be of one mind, and of one meaning, to speak as we mean, and to mean as we speak; Else we cannot be perfectly joined together, but shall remain a tottered, a dismembered, and Misshapen Body.
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We must labour to our utmost, to preserve that unity in the Church, which is kept in the Body, by being animated by the same Spirit; loving, and living peaceably together.
We must labour to our utmost, to preserve that unity in the Church, which is kept in the Body, by being animated by the same Spirit; loving, and living peaceably together.
It notes not a slight, overly, and Perfunctory Endeavour; but it signifies an earnest, diligent, and industrious Endeavour for the preservation of this Unity.
It notes not a slight, overly, and Perfunctory Endeavour; but it signifies an earnest, diligent, and Industria Endeavour for the preservation of this Unity.
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therefore let us endeavour after unity. Again, in another place, he presses home this Point; witness that Rhetorical, and Pathetical Observation of his, which we meet with, in Phil. ii. 1. If therefore there be any consolation in Christ,
Therefore let us endeavour After unity. Again, in Another place, he presses home this Point; witness that Rhetorical, and Pathetical Observation of his, which we meet with, in Philip ii. 1. If Therefore there be any consolation in christ,
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Did you ever hear more importunity, or earnestness, in any Cause? Well, what's the matter? I pray observe, in the second Verse, Fullfill ye my joy; that ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, and of one mind.
Did you ever hear more importunity, or earnestness, in any Cause? Well, what's the matter? I pray observe, in the second Verse, Fulfil you my joy; that you be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, and of one mind.
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He made us first to differ in Opinion, and then afterwards in Affection, till at last it came to a most bitter Opposition; and Separation. As light Vapours, and Exhalations, being drawn from the Earth, come down many times with great Showres, and Tempests: so from light differences at first to proceed oftentimes great storms of Wrath, Envy, and Malice. A Spark many times breaks out into an open Flame. If he can but divide us in Opinion, he will quickly disjoint us in Affection. And God knows we are to prone to Division, and Separation; go walk as men: It is a Shame for Christians to be like other men,
He made us First to differ in Opinion, and then afterwards in Affection, till At last it Come to a most bitter Opposition; and Separation. As Light Vapours, and Exhalations, being drawn from the Earth, come down many times with great Showers, and Tempests: so from Light differences At First to proceed oftentimes great storms of Wrath, Envy, and Malice. A Spark many times breaks out into an open Flame. If he can but divide us in Opinion, he will quickly disjoined us in Affection. And God knows we Are to prove to Division, and Separation; go walk as men: It is a Shame for Christians to be like other men,
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Christians should be, as S•ul was, Higher then the people by Head, and Shoulders. Something singular is expected from them. If ye wrangle, and quarrel;
Christians should be, as S•ul was, Higher then the people by Head, and Shoulders. Something singular is expected from them. If you wrangle, and quarrel;
It's not from God, nor his Spirit; It's not from Christ, and his Word: that men are given to such froward, malicious, and turbulent Dispositions. James iv. I.
It's not from God, nor his Spirit; It's not from christ, and his Word: that men Are given to such froward, malicious, and turbulent Dispositions. James iv. I.
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Whence come (those NONLATINALPHABET) Wars, and Fightings? Do they not come from the lusts, that war in you Members? Man by Nature is a Spider, a Toad; he spits nothing but Venome, he is a Bramble, that tears every one, that comes near him.
Whence come (those) Wars, and Fightings? Do they not come from the Lustiest, that war in you Members? Man by Nature is a Spider, a Toad; he spits nothing but Venom, he is a Bramble, that tears every one, that comes near him.
are ye not carnal? Observe there, they we of several Parties, and Sides: some for this Minister, and some for that. Are ye not carnal? saies the Apostle.
Are you not carnal? Observe there, they we of several Parties, and Sides: Some for this Minister, and Some for that. are you not carnal? Says the Apostle.
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Come we now to lay down the Grounds, and Reasons of this Point; that so I may hasten to the Application. That Ʋnity amongst Christians is very necessary; that God thereby might be glorified:
Come we now to lay down the Grounds, and Reasons of this Point; that so I may hasten to the Application. That Ʋnity among Christians is very necessary; that God thereby might be glorified:
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it appears by that vehement, and affectionate Prayer of Christ for it, John xvii. 11, 21. Certainly that thing, which our Blessed Saviour does so much press, and urge, must needs be of very great moment, and concernment: and by this (sayes our Saviour ) shall all men know, ye are my Disciples; if ye love one another:
it appears by that vehement, and affectionate Prayer of christ for it, John xvii. 11, 21. Certainly that thing, which our Blessed Saviour does so much press, and urge, must needs be of very great moment, and concernment: and by this (Says our Saviour) shall all men know, you Are my Disciples; if you love one Another:
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not, if ye work miracles, or cast out Devils; but if ye cast out discord, and variance. And therefore there is not a greater scandal to Religion, and Holiness; then when those, that do believe, are as the Levite 's Concubine, that was Cut into many pieces. Pasalm cxxvii. 1. Behold how good, and pleasant a thing it is for Brethren to live together in Ʋnity!
not, if you work Miracles, or cast out Devils; but if you cast out discord, and variance. And Therefore there is not a greater scandal to Religion, and Holiness; then when those, that do believe, Are as the Levite is Concubine, that was cut into many Pieces. Pasalm cxxvii. 1. Behold how good, and pleasant a thing it is for Brothers to live together in Ʋnity!
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'Twas that, which the Heathens objected to the Christians, and tis that, which the Papists, at this Day, lay in our Dish, our Differences, and Dissentions:
'Twas that, which the heathens objected to the Christians, and this that, which the Papists, At this Day, lay in our Dish, our Differences, and Dissensions:
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We should rather imitate those Primitive-Christians, that we read of in Acts iv. 32. And the multitude of them, that believed, were of one heart, and of one soul.
We should rather imitate those Primitive-Christians, that we read of in Acts iv. 32. And the multitude of them, that believed, were of one heart, and of one soul.
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And it is one of the Apostle, Saint Paul 's Qualifications, which he requires in a Deacon; 1 Tim. iii. 8. he must not be NONLATINALPHABET, double-tongued. So I am sure it is that, which God requires of Christians, that they should not have divided hearts: but that they should be NONLATINALPHABET, having one, and the same soul, dwelling in several bodies. Hence is that excellent Saying of Saint Ambrose; Quibus erat una Fides, esset & una Substantia;
And it is one of the Apostle, Saint Paul is Qualifications, which he requires in a Deacon; 1 Tim. iii. 8. he must not be, double-tongued. So I am sure it is that, which God requires of Christians, that they should not have divided hearts: but that they should be, having one, and the same soul, Dwelling in several bodies. Hence is that excellent Saying of Saint Ambrose; Quibus erat una Fides, esset & una Substance;
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And it is very Observable, and worthy our Notice, the placing of the Eyes in the Head; that look which way you will with one Eye, the other will be fixed upon the same Object. There are many Reasons given:
And it is very Observable, and worthy our Notice, the placing of the Eyes in the Head; that look which Way you will with one Eye, the other will be fixed upon the same Object. There Are many Reasons given:
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This should teach us unity in all our actions. And it's Saint Bernard 's Observation upon John xxi. 17. where Christ commited his whole Flock onely to St. Peter; saying there, Feed my Sheep: Committens (saith he) uni, unitatem omnibus commendavit;
This should teach us unity in all our actions. And it's Saint Bernard is Observation upon John xxi. 17. where christ committed his Whole Flock only to Saint Peter; saying there, Feed my Sheep: Committens (Says he) uni, unitatem omnibus commendavit;
because it is a special Means to bring the world to believe the Truth, and receive Christ. See, this is twice affirmed to be the consequent of unity, Joh. xvii, 21, 23. That the world may believe thou hast sent me.
Because it is a special Means to bring the world to believe the Truth, and receive christ. See, this is twice affirmed to be the consequent of unity, John xvii, 21, 23. That the world may believe thou hast sent me.
to have Altar against Altar, Church against Church, Minister against Minister: what is preached one day, is decryed the next. Is this to have one heart, and one way? is this to be alike-minded one towards another according to Christ? Lord, what will become of us,
to have Altar against Altar, Church against Church, Minister against Minister: what is preached one day, is decried the next. Is this to have one heart, and one Way? is this to be Alikeminded one towards Another according to christ? Lord, what will become of us,
if we continue thus? Oh, that all those, that do confess thy Holy Name, may agree in the Truth of thy holy Word, and live in unity, and godly Love: because this is a special Means to bring the world to believe the Truth, and receive Christ! That's a Second.
if we continue thus? O, that all those, that do confess thy Holy Name, may agree in the Truth of thy holy Word, and live in unity, and godly Love: Because this is a special Means to bring the world to believe the Truth, and receive christ! That's a Second.
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Thirdly, Ʋnity amongst Christians is very necessary; that God thereby may be glorified: because hereby a serviceable, and beneficial helping one another in spiritual things is preserved.
Thirdly, Ʋnity among Christians is very necessary; that God thereby may be glorified: Because hereby a serviceable, and beneficial helping one Another in spiritual things is preserved.
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says our Saviour. When one piece of the wall divides from the other, it foretells ruin. As that Heathen to his Sons, giving them a Quiver of Arrows; intimating thereby, as long as they agreed, they were invincible.
Says our Saviour. When one piece of the wall divides from the other, it foretells ruin. As that Heathen to his Sons, giving them a Quiver of Arrows; intimating thereby, as long as they agreed, they were invincible.
All the united power of the Church is little enough against their common enemies, and shall they weaken themselves? The People of God are compared to living Stones, built up together:
All the united power of the Church is little enough against their Common enemies, and shall they weaken themselves? The People of God Are compared to living Stones, built up together:
while we are in union. Oh, the wonderfull help we shall be one to another! We provoke one another to love, and to good works; but take these Coals from one another, and the Fire goes out.
while we Are in Union. O, the wonderful help we shall be one to Another! We provoke one Another to love, and to good works; but take these Coals from one Another, and the Fire Goes out.
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Fourthly, Ʋnity amongst Christians is necessary; that thereby God may be glorified: because God many times suffers sad, and heavie Persecutions to befall them;
Fourthly, Ʋnity among Christians is necessary; that thereby God may be glorified: Because God many times suffers sad, and heavy Persecutions to befall them;
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Times of Prosperity in the Church made the greatest Heresies, and Schisms; but the times of bloody Persecution made the godly more united. Thus the Martyrs, some of them in Queen Mary 's days, did bewail their differences, and contests, they had formerly, one with another: but the Prison, and Persecution, made them highly prize one another.
Times of Prosperity in the Church made the greatest Heresies, and Schisms; but the times of bloody Persecution made the godly more united. Thus the Martyrs, Some of them in Queen Marry is days, did bewail their differences, and contests, they had formerly, one with Another: but the Prison, and Persecution, made them highly prize one Another.
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because they are but a Few in comparison to those, that bandy themselves against the Church; therefore they had need united. Fear not (says Christ ) little Flock. Christ 's Flock is but a little Flock: the Divel 's is a great Herd. And one says excellently upon that Place:
Because they Are but a Few in comparison to those, that bandy themselves against the Church; Therefore they had need united. fear not (Says christ) little Flock. christ is Flock is but a little Flock: the devil is is a great Heard. And one Says excellently upon that Place:
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to teach us unity in all our undertakings. And Luke xvii. 15. when ten Lepers were cleansed, there was but One returned to give Thanks: intimating to us, that we should join unanimously in blessing, and praising God for his Mercies. Deo grata Ʋnitas, ingrata Divisio.
to teach us unity in all our undertakings. And Lycia xvii. 15. when ten Lepers were cleansed, there was but One returned to give Thanks: intimating to us, that we should join unanimously in blessing, and praising God for his mercies. God Grata Ʋnitas, Ingrata Divisio.
It's worth our Notice; that, when Christ 's Body was rent, and crucified, they did not suffer them to break his legs: john xix. 33. Now Expositours give an excellent reason for this.
It's worth our Notice; that, when christ is Body was rend, and Crucified, they did not suffer them to break his legs: john xix. 33. Now Expositors give an excellent reason for this.
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His Coat was without Seam, they said therefore amongst themselves, Let us not rent it, John xix. 24. Intimating to us, that we should not onely be united, but as One; as many Members in one Body.
His Coat was without Seam, they said Therefore among themselves, Let us not rend it, John xix. 24. Intimating to us, that we should not only be united, but as One; as many Members in one Body.
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Though a Multitude of Spiritual Gifts; yet joyned in the unity of the Spirit. And therefore, when the Apostle heard there were Divisions amongst the Corinthians, he tells them;
Though a Multitude of Spiritual Gifts; yet joined in the unity of the Spirit. And Therefore, when the Apostle herd there were Divisions among the Corinthians, he tells them;
It seemed almost an incredible thing, that Members of one, and the same Church should be so much to pieces. You see the wicked Multitude unites in Sin, and Prophaness. Oh, that we were once united in Truth, and Holiness! Now the God of Patience,
It seemed almost an incredible thing, that Members of one, and the same Church should be so much to Pieces. You see the wicked Multitude unites in since, and Profaneness. O, that we were once united in Truth, and Holiness! Now the God of Patience,
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That thereby God may be glorified, then there are a great many People amongst us liable to a sharp Reproof, who delight to sow the Tares of Strife, and Contention, amongst their Christian Brethren. Who,
That thereby God may be glorified, then there Are a great many People among us liable to a sharp Reproof, who delight to sow the Tares of Strife, and Contention, among their Christian Brothers. Who,
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because all things go not according to their minds, presently fly out into open Railings against Authority. Because some differ a little from their Humours, Fancies, and Opinions, they quickly make a Separation, and disagreement, in Society, and Conversation. And that, which at first (perhaps.) begun in a friendly,
Because all things go not according to their minds, presently fly out into open Railings against authority. Because Some differ a little from their Humours, Fancies, and Opinions, they quickly make a Separation, and disagreement, in Society, and Conversation. And that, which At First (perhaps.) begun in a friendly,
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and Neighbourly dispute, by Degrees takes flame, and grows up to a mortal Feud, and Hatred. This is not according to Christ. Such are Incendiaries, and Firebrands of Christian Society.
and Neighbourly dispute, by Degrees Takes flame, and grows up to a Mortal Feud, and Hatred. This is not according to christ. Such Are Incendiaries, and Firebrands of Christian Society.
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but ready to devour, and pull out one another's Throats for a few shadows, or Husks of Religion; a few Senceless, Aery, Sapless, Empty Notions; and Opinions:
but ready to devour, and pull out one another's Throats for a few shadows, or Husks of Religion; a few Senseless, Aery, Sapless, Empty Notions; and Opinions:
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whereas the Life, Substance, Kernel, Pith, and Marrow of Christianity, the Power of Holiness in our Lives, a Conformity of our Wills to God 's Will, is not so Zealously Contended for,
whereas the Life, Substance, Kernel, Pith, and Marrow of Christianity, the Power of Holiness in our Lives, a Conformity of our Wills to God is Will, is not so Zealously Contended for,
There is nothing can prevail, to bring us to an happy agreement, or union, untill we unite in the Spirit of holiness, and righteousness. If we once could prevail to bring men to this;
There is nothing can prevail, to bring us to an happy agreement, or Union, until we unite in the Spirit of holiness, and righteousness. If we once could prevail to bring men to this;
We should hold our differences with love and compassion; and not with hatred, and division. We should lovingly consult together upon Rules, or - Terms, on which we might manage our unavoidable differences to the least disadvantage to the Cause of Christ, or those common Fundamental Truths, which we all maintain.
We should hold our differences with love and compassion; and not with hatred, and division. We should lovingly consult together upon Rules, or - Terms, on which we might manage our unavoidable differences to the least disadvantage to the Cause of christ, or those Common Fundamental Truths, which we all maintain.
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Let not the foot, or the hand, take upon them to govern the Head; but let us submit to our civil, and Ecclesiastical Superiours; and not disturb the Peace of the Church, by crying Popery is coming in; when they, that say so, are the greatest.
Let not the foot, or the hand, take upon them to govern the Head; but let us submit to our civil, and Ecclesiastical Superiors; and not disturb the Peace of the Church, by crying Popery is coming in; when they, that say so, Are the greatest.
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And, seeing we agree in things of the greatest Moment, and Weight, let us bear, one with another, in smaller matters, and manage our differences with more meekness, and peace, and Christian charity. This is to be alike-minded according to Christ. If we were once united (I say) thus in the Spirit of Holiness, we should not differ so much, as we do.
And, seeing we agree in things of the greatest Moment, and Weight, let us bear, one with Another, in smaller matters, and manage our differences with more meekness, and peace, and Christian charity. This is to be Alikeminded according to christ. If we were once united (I say) thus in the Spirit of Holiness, we should not differ so much, as we do.
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The very Fore-thought of an everlasting union in heaven would have a continual influence upon our hearts for the healing of our breaches. We should be thinking with our selves;
The very Forethought of an everlasting Union in heaven would have a continual influence upon our hearts for the healing of our Breaches. We should be thinking with our selves;
Shall we not shortly be of one mind, and one heart? and all be perfected with the blessed vision, and reconciling light of the face of God? There will then be no dissension, or division, or unbrotherly censures, or separations. And shall we now live so unlike our future life? Shall we now be so unlike to what we must be for ever? Shall we now cherish those Heart-burnings, and Dissensions; that must not enter with us into Heaven; but be cast off among the Rest of our Miseries, and shut out with the rest of our Enemies. Must we there be Cloathed in perfect Love, and Ʋnity, and be all imployed in the same Holy Praise of God, and our Redeemer: And does it beseem us now, to be Censuring, Contending, and Separating from each other.
Shall we not shortly be of one mind, and one heart? and all be perfected with the blessed vision, and reconciling Light of the face of God? There will then be no dissension, or division, or unbrotherly censures, or separations. And shall we now live so unlike our future life? Shall we now be so unlike to what we must be for ever? Shall we now cherish those Heartburnings, and Dissensions; that must not enter with us into Heaven; but be cast off among the Rest of our Misery's, and shut out with the rest of our Enemies. Must we there be Clothed in perfect Love, and Ʋnity, and be all employed in the same Holy Praise of God, and our Redeemer: And does it beseem us now, to be Censuring, Contending, and Separating from each other.
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Oh (Beloved Brethren) Let me tell you, it had been better, you had never been Born, then to make any Sinfull Divisions in the Church. As Joshuah once faid to Achan; Joshua, vii. 25. Why hast thou Troubled Ʋs? The Lord shall Trouble thee this Day.
O (beloved Brothers) Let me tell you, it had been better, you had never been Born, then to make any Sinful Divisions in the Church. As Joshua once faid to achan; joshua, vii. 25. Why hast thou Troubled Ʋs? The Lord shall Trouble thee this Day.
VVe are willing to agree to any thing, that is reasonable, or possible; and yet they make us the Authours of our present divisions. As Nero set Rome on Fire:
We Are willing to agree to any thing, that is reasonable, or possible; and yet they make us the Authors of our present divisions. As Nero Set Room on Fire:
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they pluck up the Hedg; and yet complain, that others let in wilde beasts into the Vineyard. If they heartily desired Ʋnity, and Peace with us, they durst not make so great a breach in charity, nor so arrogantly condemn, or sleight their Brethren;
they pluck up the Hedge; and yet complain, that Others let in wild beasts into the Vineyard. If they heartily desired Ʋnity, and Peace with us, they durst not make so great a breach in charity, nor so arrogantly condemn, or sleight their Brothers;
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It's a Mercy, that the difference is not in the very Fundamentals, and Vitals of Religion, Seeing therefore there are common Opinions, wherein the Godly do agree;
It's a Mercy, that the difference is not in the very Fundamentals, and Vitals of Religion, Seeing Therefore there Are Common Opinions, wherein the Godly do agree;
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It's a great Frowardness in the Rigid Lutherans, that they will not own the Calvinists, as Brethren? So far as men do retain Christ, and Fundamental Truths, with an humble, godly Disposition;
It's a great Frowardness in the Rigid Lutherans, that they will not own the Calvinists, as Brothers? So Far as men do retain christ, and Fundamental Truths, with an humble, godly Disposition;
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desiring to be further informed: Let not the want of what they should have, make us despise the good things they have. So far, as there is an Agreement in Judgment, let us close heartily,
desiring to be further informed: Let not the want of what they should have, make us despise the good things they have. So Far, as there is an Agreement in Judgement, let us close heartily,
then they wander into By-paths. See Eph. iv. 12, 13. There you may see a twofold End of the Ministers of Christ. The One is to to keep them from being carried about with every Wind of Doctrine.
then they wander into Bypaths. See Ephesians iv. 12, 13. There you may see a twofold End of the Ministers of christ. The One is to to keep them from being carried about with every Wind of Doctrine.
We are indeed (I confess) to have Zeal, and an Holy impatience in the things of God. Yet this is to be accompanied with Pity, and Compassion. Of some have compassion, (saith the Apostle) making a difference.
We Are indeed (I confess) to have Zeal, and an Holy impatience in the things of God. Yet this is to be accompanied with Pity, and Compassion. Of Some have compassion, (Says the Apostle) making a difference.
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Certainly, when we shall seriously consider, how prone it is for men to receive Errour for Truth; how naturally Blind, and Opposite the Mind of a man is to the Revealed Truths of God;
Certainly, when we shall seriously Consider, how prove it is for men to receive Error for Truth; how naturally Blind, and Opposite the Mind of a man is to the Revealed Truths of God;
There is nothing (I am confident) hath made the Gap wider, and more raked into the Sores of the Church; then such a malevolent, and ill - Disposition, to pervert the Opinions of others, and to make them hold such monstrous things, as they do with all their Hearts, Detest: and thefore I desire you candidly, and truly, to report or lay down, the Opinions of others that do dissent from you. That's a fourth.
There is nothing (I am confident) hath made the Gap wider, and more raked into the Sores of the Church; then such a malevolent, and ill - Disposition, to pervert the Opinions of Others, and to make them hold such monstrous things, as they do with all their Hearts, Detest: and Therefore I desire you candidly, and truly, to report or lay down, the Opinions of Others that do dissent from you. That's a fourth.
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He was not so confident, as many ignorant Zealots. The same Spirit, that leads into all Truth, leads likewise into all humility. Consult with those, that are Able, Orthodox, and Learned. Conferr with the Chief Pillars of the Church; and they will resolve thy Doubts.
He was not so confident, as many ignorant Zealots. The same Spirit, that leads into all Truth, leads likewise into all humility. Consult with those, that Are Able, Orthodox, and Learned. Confer with the Chief Pillars of the Church; and they will resolve thy Doubts.
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and quirks in Religion, and shall we be weary of the plain and Practical Truths of God's Word? Saint Paul, that was snatch'd up into the third heavens, yet desired to know nothing but Christ, and him crucified.
and quirks in Religion, and shall we be weary of the plain and Practical Truths of God's Word? Saint Paul, that was snatched up into the third heavens, yet desired to know nothing but christ, and him Crucified.
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Saint Peter thought it not in convenient to write the same things they knew already. Certainly, there is nothing hath more rent, and torn the Church of God,
Saint Peter Thought it not in convenient to write the same things they knew already. Certainly, there is nothing hath more rend, and torn the Church of God,
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as Hilary reports of him, had menstruam fidem, for every moneth a new Faith. It's a sad thing to see how many men in these days, forsaking old Truths, have wandered from Brownism to Anabaptism, from that to Socinianism, from that to Quakerism, and God knows whether they will go at last.
as Hilary reports of him, had menstruam fidem, for every Monn a new Faith. It's a sad thing to see how many men in these days, forsaking old Truths, have wandered from Brownism to Anabaptism, from that to Socinianism, from that to Quakerism, and God knows whither they will go At last.
So wild a thing is Errour. To be weary of the known Truth, is in effect to be weary of the same God, the same Christ. VVhy do not we desire a new Sun, a new Earth, a new World; as well as new Truths. That's a sixth.
So wild a thing is Error. To be weary of the known Truth, is in Effect to be weary of the same God, the same christ. Why do not we desire a new Sun, a new Earth, a new World; as well as new Truths. That's a sixth.
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But let thy Endeavours be, in thy place, to Inform, and Heal; before thou presume to Depart, or Separate. Plead, and Strive, with thy Mother; because She ha's Committed Whoredom: Hos: ii. 2. Oh, let thy Secession be very unwillingly! Till thou art compell'd to depart; do not.
But let thy Endeavours be, in thy place, to Inform, and Heal; before thou presume to Depart, or Separate. Plead, and Strive, with thy Mother; Because She ha Committed Whoredom: Hos: ii. 2. O, let thy Secession be very unwillingly! Till thou art compelled to depart; do not.
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but we say ours was not a Schism, but a Secession. They were Schismaticks in falling from the Primitive Order, and Institutions in the Church: Insomuch, that the Pope is the Grandest Schismatick, that ever was in the Church. And further, we departed not from Rome, because of petty Corruptions: no, she was a Babylon, e're we left her,
but we say ours was not a Schism, but a Secession. They were Schismatics in falling from the Primitive Order, and Institutions in the Church: Insomuch, that the Pope is the Grandest Schismatic, that ever was in the Church. And further, we departed not from Room, Because of Petty Corruptions: no, she was a Babylon, ever we left her,
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and then we left her unwillingly. They drave us out from them, persecuting us with Fire, & Faggot. Take heed therefore of Leaving the Church for some petty Differences. But suppose there be many Corruptions in Government, and Administrations: Yet thou art not to make sinfull Breaches, and Rents; for these do plus perturbare infirmos Bonos; quàm Corrigere Animosos Malos; at St. Angustine well.
and then we left her unwillingly. They drave us out from them, persecuting us with Fire, & Faggot. Take heed Therefore of Leaving the Church for Some Petty Differences. But suppose there be many Corruptions in Government, and Administrations: Yet thou art not to make sinful Breaches, and Rends; for these do plus perturbare Infirmos Bonos; quàm Corrigere Animosos Malos; At Saint Augustine well.
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Take heed therefore of Pride, Ambition, and seeking Great Things in the Church. It's Reported, that most of those, who made the greatest Rents in the Church, did it upon Discontent; missing that Preferment they looked for.
Take heed Therefore of Pride, Ambition, and seeking Great Things in the Church. It's Reported, that most of those, who made the greatest Rends in the Church, did it upon Discontent; missing that Preferment they looked for.
Yea, even the Disciples themselves began to Quarrel with one Another De Primatu, who should be the Chiefest: Therefore does our Saviour so often press Humility, and Submission. And I pray God I may learn that Lesson. Let others hunt, and gape after the preferments of this World: I bless God, I neither seek, nor sue for any;
Yea, even the Disciples themselves began to Quarrel with one another De Primatu, who should be the Chiefest: Therefore does our Saviour so often press Humility, and Submission. And I pray God I may Learn that lesson. Let Others hunt, and gape After the preferments of this World: I bless God, I neither seek, nor sue for any;
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but shall say, as once Mephibosheth said, (with a little Addition ) 2 Sam. xix. 30. For as much as my Lord, the King, is come again in peace unto his own house:
but shall say, as once Mephibosheth said, (with a little Addition) 2 Sam. xix. 30. For as much as my Lord, the King, is come again in peace unto his own house:
and the poor Church, which ha's been for many years ragged, and torn with divisions, and contentions, is like to put on a better dress, in hopes of a future settlement, Let them take all; I shall be contented. That's a Second Use.
and the poor Church, which ha been for many Years ragged, and torn with divisions, and contentions, is like to put on a better dress, in hope's of a future settlement, Let them take all; I shall be contented. That's a Second Use.
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Do you not pity, those places, where Divisions have made Religion to be a Scorn, and the tender love, and unity of God•s People is turned into uncharitable censures, and separations? Take warning therefore, , that you come not to the like.
Do you not pity, those places, where Divisions have made Religion to be a Scorn, and the tender love, and unity of God•s People is turned into uncharitable censures, and separations? Take warning Therefore,, that you come not to the like.
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Suspect those Doctrines, that tend to Divisions in the Church. If it be not for unity, it is not for God. Christ came to heal, and to reconcile: and therefore sends not his Servants on a contrary Errand.
Suspect those Doctrines, that tend to Divisions in the Church. If it be not for unity, it is not for God. christ Come to heal, and to reconcile: and Therefore sends not his Servants on a contrary Errand.
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Let us all agree in the great, certain, and necessary Points of Religion, and let us compassionately tolerate the differences, that are tolerable; as his Majesty does in his late seasonable Declaration enjoyn.
Let us all agree in the great, certain, and necessary Points of Religion, and let us compassionately tolerate the differences, that Are tolerable; as his Majesty does in his late seasonable Declaration enjoin.
We have but one God; and therefore we must worship by one Rule. We have but one Sepherd; and therefore must be commanded by one Voice. We have one Head; and therefore must follow one direction. He, that rends himself from the Church of God in God's Worship; and Service here, will one day be rent from Christ, and the Church for ever hereafter. Cain was the first Separatist we read of;
We have but one God; and Therefore we must worship by one Rule. We have but one Sepherd; and Therefore must be commanded by one Voice. We have one Head; and Therefore must follow one direction. He, that rends himself from the Church of God in God's Worship; and Service Here, will one day be rend from christ, and the Church for ever hereafter. Cain was the First Separatist we read of;
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and what became of him? When he went out of God's presence (the Text says, Gen, iv. 12, 15, 16.) he was a Fugitive, and a Vagabond, and a Mark of Infamy was set upon him all his days.
and what became of him? When he went out of God's presence (the Text Says, Gen, iv. 12, 15, 16.) he was a Fugitive, and a Vagabond, and a Mark of Infamy was Set upon him all his days.
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Corah, and his rebellious company, they were the second sort: And they made a cleft in the Congregation; and God made the earth to cleave, and open upon them, and swallowed them up; Numb. xvi.
Corah, and his rebellious company, they were the second sort: And they made a cleft in the Congregation; and God made the earth to cleave, and open upon them, and swallowed them up; Numb. xvi.
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therefore let us be alike-minded, one towards another, according to Christ Jesus, and let us endeavour to keep this unity of the Spirit in the bond of Peace!
Therefore let us be Alikeminded, one towards Another, according to christ jesus, and let us endeavour to keep this unity of the Spirit in the bound of Peace!
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This is the crown, honour, ornament, and glory of a Christian; a salt seasoning all our actions. We read, that there was a kind of concord between the Stones in Solomon's Temple, they were so fitted, and disposed; that there was no Noise heard in the Building thereof:
This is the crown, honour, ornament, and glory of a Christian; a salt seasoning all our actions. We read, that there was a kind of concord between the Stones in Solomon's Temple, they were so fitted, and disposed; that there was no Noise herd in the Building thereof:
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This would sweeten all our Possessions, and all our Afflictions; as the Tree sweetened the Waters of Marah. Indeed, my Brethren, without this love, unity, peace, and concord, the Fulness of the world will be uncomforatable to us:
This would sweeten all our Possessions, and all our Afflictions; as the Tree sweetened the Waters of Marah. Indeed, my Brothers, without this love, unity, peace, and concord, the Fullness of the world will be uncomforatable to us:
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And with this, the greatest afflictions will seem but light, and inconsiderable. A Wilderness, with peace, and unity, is better then a Paradise with discord, and dissension.
And with this, the greatest afflictions will seem but Light, and inconsiderable. A Wilderness, with peace, and unity, is better then a Paradise with discord, and dissension.
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I beseech you remember, that your God is a God of peace; your Jesus is the Prince of peace; your Gospel is the Gospel of peace; your Calling, the Calling of peace; and your Way to heaven, the Way of peace. I beseech you therefore seek, and pursue it. Acquaint your selves with God;
I beseech you Remember, that your God is a God of peace; your jesus is the Prince of peace; your Gospel is the Gospel of peace; your Calling, the Calling of peace; and your Way to heaven, the Way of peace. I beseech you Therefore seek, and pursue it. Acquaint your selves with God;
Oh, what sweet, and heavenly harmony must there needs be, when all the strings were so in tune! I would to God it were so with us of this miserable, divided Kingdom.
O, what sweet, and heavenly harmony must there needs be, when all the strings were so in tune! I would to God it were so with us of this miserable, divided Kingdom.
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Oh (my Brethren) we must never expect the Spirit of Ʋnity to enter into our Hearts; but where there is Ʋinity of Spirits: There cannot (I am sure) be a more fatal, and forceable Opposition to the Holy Spirit 's Entry;
O (my Brothers) we must never expect the Spirit of Ʋnity to enter into our Hearts; but where there is Ʋinity of Spirits: There cannot (I am sure) be a more fatal, and forceable Opposition to the Holy Spirit is Entry;
and bare no Malice, he was like Jupiter in Feature, Mars in Valour, &c. but when once he became Passionate, Envirous, Malicious, he was as a Lion, Tigre, or Savage Beast So it is with us: So long as we are unanimous, ruled by reason, Correcting our Inordinate Appetites,
and bore no Malice, he was like Jupiter in Feature, Mars in Valour, etc. but when once he became Passionate, Envirous, Malicious, he was as a lion, Tiger, or Savage Beast So it is with us: So long as we Are unanimous, ruled by reason, Correcting our Inordinate Appetites,
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It was the praise of the Primitive Church, that they sang their confessions joyntly, and aloud: and their Amens, (as Saint Hierome reports) were like a clap of thunder;
It was the praise of the Primitive Church, that they sang their confessions jointly, and aloud: and their Amens, (as Saint Jerome reports) were like a clap of thunder;
Oh that we would imitate those Primitive Christians; that we may praise God, with one heart, and one mouth! This was their practice (Oh, that it was ours!) when they prayed, they prayed all together; when they brake Bread, they communicated together; when they heard, twas all together. They were all, with one accord, in one place, met together to perform God's Worship, and Service. Now the God of patience, and consolation, grant you to be alike-minded, one towards another, according to Christ Jesus.
O that we would imitate those Primitive Christians; that we may praise God, with one heart, and one Mouth! This was their practice (O, that it was ours!) when they prayed, they prayed all together; when they brake Bred, they communicated together; when they herd, it all together. They were all, with one accord, in one place, met together to perform God's Worship, and Service. Now the God of patience, and consolation, grant you to be Alikeminded, one towards Another, according to christ jesus.
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The same Spirit, that loves unity, loves uniformity. Thus the Church was began, and thus it should be continued. That we may be (as St. Paul speaks, Ephes. iv. 4, 5, 6.) One body, and one spirit:
The same Spirit, that loves unity, loves uniformity. Thus the Church was began, and thus it should be continued. That we may be (as Saint Paul speaks, Ephesians iv. 4, 5, 6.) One body, and one Spirit:
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If after all this, that I have said, there be any so proud, and selfish, and uncharitable; that they will set up their own conceits, and wills, against the plain commands of Christ, and hinder Christian unity, impede the peace of their Brethren, and the unity of the Church, and will have no agreement;
If After all this, that I have said, there be any so proud, and selfish, and uncharitable; that they will Set up their own conceits, and wills, against the plain commands of christ, and hinder Christian unity, impede the peace of their Brothers, and the unity of the Church, and will have no agreement;
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but that these are not the Sons of peace, nor the living, compassionate Members of the Church: but self-Idolaters, that God is engaged to pull down. and let me tell you, that 'tis not by such,
but that these Are not the Sons of peace, nor the living, compassionate Members of the Church: but self-Idolaters, that God is engaged to pull down. and let me tell you, that it's not by such,
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by them, that are of a meek, humble, Christian spirit, Principles, and affections: whom I pray God bless, that they may endeavour to settle this poor, distracted Church.
by them, that Are of a meek, humble, Christian Spirit, Principles, and affections: whom I pray God bless, that they may endeavour to settle this poor, distracted Church.
There are jars, discords, and divisions too many (God knows) amongst others: the Lord stand in the gap, and save us, that we be not utterly destroyed by ours. For our divisions, we have great reason (if we have any grace ) to have sad thoughts of heart;
There Are jars, discords, and divisions too many (God knows) among Others: the Lord stand in the gap, and save us, that we be not utterly destroyed by ours. For our divisions, we have great reason (if we have any grace) to have sad thoughts of heart;
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to see our dear Mother thus set upon the Rack, and her bones (as it were) put out of joynt: surely this, if any thing, must needs make a good Christian 's heart to bleed, and to wish his eyes were a Fountain of tears, &c. And to pray and weep, and weep and pray, for the peace of this our Jerusalem; that all they, that confess thy Holy Name in this city, and Nation, may yet agree, &c. Now the God of patientce,
to see our dear Mother thus Set upon the Rack, and her bones (as it were) put out of joint: surely this, if any thing, must needs make a good Christian is heart to bleed, and to wish his eyes were a Fountain of tears, etc. And to pray and weep, and weep and pray, for the peace of this our Jerusalem; that all they, that confess thy Holy Name in this City, and nation, may yet agree, etc. Now the God of patientce,
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I'le conclude with that Excellent conclusion of St. Paul, in the second Epistle to the Corinthians, Chap. xiii. II. Farewell Brethren, be prefect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace,
I'll conclude with that Excellent conclusion of Saint Paul, in the second Epistle to the Corinthians, Chap. xiii. II Farewell Brothers, be prefect, be of good Comfort, be of one mind, live in peace,
He seals up his former Exhortation with a word of Benediction: so should we pray for the People, as well as Instruct them; so would our Labours bring more comfort to our selves, and more profit to our hearers.
He Seals up his former Exhortation with a word of Benediction: so should we pray for the People, as well as Instruct them; so would our Labours bring more Comfort to our selves, and more profit to our hearers.
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It is either meant of God 's Patience, or ours: that is, either of that Patience, which God uses towards us; or of that Patience, which God, by his Grace, and Holy Spirit, works in us. Now he is the God of both. And the God of Consolation, because sound Comfort is from God alone: and therefore the Holy Ghost is called by his proper Name, when he is called NONLATINALPHABET.
It is either meant of God is Patience, or ours: that is, either of that Patience, which God uses towards us; or of that Patience, which God, by his Grace, and Holy Spirit, works in us. Now he is the God of both. And the God of Consolation, Because found Comfort is from God alone: and Therefore the Holy Ghost is called by his proper Name, when he is called.
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Patience is an help to Ʋnity: for what is it but Pride, and Heat of mens spirits, that both sets Contentions afoot at first, and afterwards keeps them so? See Prov. xiii. 10. and Prov. xv. 1. Patience is the true Peace-Maker. And as Patience is an help to Unity; so is Comfort a special fruit, and effect of it. See Hebr. x. 36.
Patience is an help to Ʋnity: for what is it but Pride, and Heat of men's spirits, that both sets Contentions afoot At First, and afterwards keeps them so? See Curae xiii. 10. and Curae xv. 1. Patience is the true Peace-Maker. And as Patience is an help to Unity; so is Comfort a special fruit, and Effect of it. See Hebrew x. 36.
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Pax cum bonis custodienda est, non cum sceleratis, & iniquis: qui pacem inter se habent in peccatis suis. Pax cum bonis: Bellum cum vitiis semper habendum est. Aug. Tom. 10. De Temp. Ser. 166.
Pax cum bonis custodienda est, non cum sceleratis, & iniquis: qui pacem inter se habent in peccatis suis. Pax cum bonis: Bellum cum Vitiis semper habendum est. Aug. Tom. 10. De Temp. Ser. 166.
Maneat potius nobis adversus Manichaeos pro veritate certamen; quam cum illis in falsitate concordia. Aug. Tom. 6. contra Faustum Manich. lib. 29. cap. 2.
Maneat potius nobis Adversus Manichaeos Pro veritate certamen; quam cum illis in falsitate Concord. Aug. Tom. 6. contra Faustum Manich lib. 29. cap. 2.
See Dr. Sanderson, Bishop of Lincoln, in his Sermon ad C•erum on Rom. xiv 3. and pag. 21, 22, 23. Men must grant (though they be unwilling) that every particular Church hath Power for Decency; and Order's sake, to Ordain, and Constitute Ceremonies.
See Dr. Sanderson, Bishop of Lincoln, in his Sermon and C•erum on Rom. xiv 3. and page. 21, 22, 23. Men must grant (though they be unwilling) that every particular Church hath Power for Decency; and Order's sake, to Ordain, and Constitute Ceremonies.
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See Salv. Lib. 4. Instit. 〈 ◊ 〉. 10, 27. Alass, whereto serves all this Ado about Gestures, and Vestures, and other outward Rites, and Formalities, that for such things men should make such Clamours against the Times? I say whereto serves all this; but to give scandal to the Enemies of our Church, and Religion?
See Salvation Lib. 4. Institutio 〈 ◊ 〉. 10, 27. Alas, whereto serves all this Ado about Gestures, and Vestures, and other outward Rites, and Formalities, that for such things men should make such Clamours against the Times? I say whereto serves all this; but to give scandal to the Enemies of our Church, and Religion?
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Believe it; we shall never grow to Christian unanimity in any tolerable measure; so long as every man seeks but to please himself onely; following his own liking; and is not desirous withall to please his Neighbor. Dr. Sanderson pag. 168.
Believe it; we shall never grow to Christian unanimity in any tolerable measure; so long as every man seeks but to please himself only; following his own liking; and is not desirous withal to please his Neighbour. Dr. Sanderson page. 168.
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How have the Divisions among the Christians made may for, and given advantage, not a little, to the Turk, for the making of and Inrode into Christendom?
How have the Divisions among the Christians made may for, and given advantage, not a little, to the Turk, for the making of and Inroad into Christendom?
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Ʋlysses demonstrates it to Achilles, that the discord between him, and Agamemnon, would in probability prove the ruin of the Greeks, Hom, Iliad. NONLATINALPHABET.
Ʋlysses demonstrates it to Achilles, that the discord between him, and Agamemnon, would in probability prove the ruin of the Greeks, Hom, Iliad..
I remember Saint Augustine thus argues against the Schism of the Donatists; Tom 8. in Psal. LV. Fratres sumus (saith the there,) Ʋnum Deum incocamus, in unum Christum credimus, unum Evangelium audimus, unum Psalmum cantamus, &c. Quid in foris, ego intus sum, & c?
I Remember Saint Augustine thus argues against the Schism of the Donatists; Tom 8. in Psalm LV. Brothers sumus (Says the there,) Ʋnum God incocamus, in Unum Christ Credimus, Unum Evangelium audimus, Unum Psalm cantamus, etc. Quid in Foris, ego intus sum, & c?
