The trade of truth advanced. In a sermon preached to the Honourable House of Commons, at their solemne fast, Iuly 27. 1642. By Thomas Hill, B.D. Pastor of the Church at Tychmersh in the countie of Northampton. Published by order of that House.
THE eternall Happinesse of our immortall souls is to be found only in union and communion with Iesus Christ; Religion is that which gathers and binds up the spirit to close fellowship with Him; This bond is twisted out of those materials, which the severall pen-men of Holy Scriptures have prepared;
THE Eternal Happiness of our immortal Souls is to be found only in Union and communion with Iesus christ; Religion is that which gathers and binds up the Spirit to close fellowship with Him; This bound is twisted out of those materials, which the several penmen of Holy Scriptures have prepared;
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I will not confidently with Hierome and others, entitle Salomons three books, to his three Names; As he was Salomon peaceable (say they) he scattered Proverbiall sentences among young men, to discipline them in wayes of righteousnesse and peace; As he was NONLATINALPHABET, Ecclesiastes, the Preacher, he wrote the book of Ecclesiastes, a pithy Sermon, teaching men of riper yeers, the vanitie of vanities in all worldly excellencies.
I will not confidently with Jerome and Others, entitle Solomon's three books, to his three Names; As he was Solomon peaceable (say they) he scattered Proverbial sentences among young men, to discipline them in ways of righteousness and peace; As he was, Ecclesiastes, the Preacher, he wrote the book of Ecclesiastes, a pithy Sermon, teaching men of riper Years, the vanity of vanities in all worldly excellencies.
As he was Iedidiah, 2 Sam. 12. 25. Beloved of the Lord, he acquainted greatest proficients, with the sweet communion betwixt Christ and his Spouse in the Song of Songs.
As he was Jedidiah, 2 Sam. 12. 25. beloved of the Lord, he acquainted greatest proficients, with the sweet communion betwixt christ and his Spouse in the Song of Songs.
The book of Proverbs is sutable to its Title, worthy of Wise Salomon the sonne of David king of Israel, Prov. 1. 1. In the first book of Kings, Chap. 3. vers. 9. 11. Salomon was an earnest suiter unto God for understanding; and because he sought it from God and for God, (so much doth the Lord love to see a publike spirit in our private prayers.) He gave him a large portion of wisdome, with an overplus of other rich advantages;
The book of Proverbs is suitable to its Title, worthy of Wise Solomon the son of David King of Israel, Curae 1. 1. In the First book of Kings, Chap. 3. vers. 9. 11. Solomon was an earnest suitor unto God for understanding; and Because he sought it from God and for God, (so much does the Lord love to see a public Spirit in our private Prayers.) He gave him a large portion of Wisdom, with an overplus of other rich advantages;
he obtained both the wisdome of a Prophet and of a King, whereby he spake both Propheticall and Kingly sentences. So much the Originall word NONLATINALPHABET rendred, Proverbs seemes to import;
he obtained both the Wisdom of a Prophet and of a King, whereby he spoke both Prophetical and Kingly sentences. So much the Original word rendered, Proverbs seems to import;
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and that stile of being Master of the Sentences, may well be translated from Peter Lumbard, unto King Salomon, who was the Author of so many Master-sentences.
and that style of being Master of the Sentences, may well be translated from Peter Lumbard, unto King Solomon, who was the Author of so many Master-sentences.
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Their Harmony is in discord, their beautie in a kinde of contrarietie. If you would understand our Saviours parables, minde the scope; if you would reach many other places of Scripture, attend the dependance, but if you desire distinctly to apprehend the Proverbs in them, consider the opposition; which though it appeare not so full in this my Text, as in many other of these Proverbiall sentences,
Their Harmony is in discord, their beauty in a kind of contrariety. If you would understand our Saviors parables, mind the scope; if you would reach many other places of Scripture, attend the dependence, but if you desire distinctly to apprehend the Proverbs in them, Consider the opposition; which though it appear not so full in this my Text, as in many other of these Proverbial sentences,
Herein by Gods gracious assistance, I will take a view of severall branches, enquiring by way of explication and confirmation. 1. What is the commoditie it self, this Truth that must be bought? 2. Into the nature of the purchase, with the price of it. 3. What Reasons may engage us to trade in this commoditie.
Herein by God's gracious assistance, I will take a view of several branches, inquiring by Way of explication and confirmation. 1. What is the commodity it self, this Truth that must be bought? 2. Into the nature of the purchase, with the price of it. 3. What Reasons may engage us to trade in this commodity.
Every one will be euquisitive concerning the commoditie it self: What is this Truth? I answer, Not a Metaphysicall Truth, thats for Speculation only, not a Logicall Truth, thats chiefely for disputation;
Every one will be euquisitive Concerning the commodity it self: What is this Truth? I answer, Not a Metaphysical Truth, thats for Speculation only, not a Logical Truth, thats chiefly for disputation;
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[ veracitas rather then veritas ] Salomons Truth here must needs be Theologicall. And that not veritas 1o prima, God himself, no creature can compasse so great a purchase, if God were willing to sell it,
[ veracitas rather then veritas ] Solomon's Truth Here must needs be Theological. And that not veritas 1o prima, God himself, no creature can compass so great a purchase, if God were willing to fell it,
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which comprizeth Truth in our Iudgements, when soundly informed; Truth in our wils and affections, when obedientially conformed; Truth in our conversation, when seriously reformed according to the word of Truth.
which compriseth Truth in our Judgments, when soundly informed; Truth in our wills and affections, when Obediently conformed; Truth in our Conversation, when seriously reformed according to the word of Truth.
and not be imprisoned in corners or clogged with difficulties. Veritas nihil erubescit praeterquam abscondi. Truth blusheth at nothing so much as to be concealed.
and not be imprisoned in corners or clogged with difficulties. Veritas nihil erubescit Except abscondi. Truth blusheth At nothing so much as to be concealed.
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It is a disparagement to Christ and his Gospel, when that hath so much adoe to creepe, which should run and ride in triumph from congregation to congregation, from kingdome to kingdome.
It is a disparagement to christ and his Gospel, when that hath so much ado to creep, which should run and ride in triumph from congregation to congregation, from Kingdom to Kingdom.
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But a most beautifull and honourable sight to see Christ at the opening of the first Seale, with a bow and a crowne, going forth conquering and to conquer, subduing the Heathenish world to the obedience of his Gospel by the preaching of the Apostles.
But a most beautiful and honourable sighed to see christ At the opening of the First Seal, with a bow and a crown, going forth conquering and to conquer, subduing the Heathenish world to the Obedience of his Gospel by the preaching of the Apostles.
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The Church in the Acts knew how to value this libertie of Truth, and therefore when Peter was imprisoned instant and earnest prayer was made; the answer was as effectuall.
The Church in the Acts knew how to valve this liberty of Truth, and Therefore when Peter was imprisoned instant and earnest prayer was made; the answer was as effectual.
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Of all famines, the Soul-famine, Gospel-famine is the most grievous, threatned as an heavy Judgement, Amos 8. 11, 12. But a most sweet mercy to feel and taste the accomplishment of that promise, Isa. 30. 20. Though the Lord give you the bread of adversitie,
Of all famines, the Soul-famine, Gospel-famine is the most grievous, threatened as an heavy Judgement, Amos 8. 11, 12. But a most sweet mercy to feel and taste the accomplishment of that promise, Isaiah 30. 20. Though the Lord give you the bred of adversity,
Secondly, Puritie of true Religion, is a good purchase as well as libertie. That we may have an incorrupt Religion, without sinfull, without guilefull mixtures; not a linsey-woolsey Religion.
Secondly, Purity of true Religion, is a good purchase as well as liberty. That we may have an incorrupt Religion, without sinful, without guileful mixtures; not a Linsey-woolsey Religion.
All new borne babes will desire NONLATINALPHABET, 1 Pet. 2. 2. Word-milke, Sermon-milke without guile, without adulterating Sophistication of it, of which Paul glories, 2 Cor. 2. 17. For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God:
All new born babes will desire, 1 Pet. 2. 2. Word-milke, Sermon-milke without guile, without adulterating Sophistication of it, of which Paul Glories, 2 Cor. 2. 17. For we Are not as many, which corrupt the word of God:
Whose zealous care it was, 2 Cor. 11. 2. to espouse the Church of Corinth to one Husband (no polygamy in the second marriage) that he might present them as a chaste virgin unto Christ.
Whose zealous care it was, 2 Cor. 11. 2. to espouse the Church of Corinth to one Husband (no polygamy in the second marriage) that he might present them as a chaste Virgae unto christ.
well knowing the simplicitie that is in Christ, is the best Rule for the Churches conformitie, to this we may subscribe without any checke of conscience.
well knowing the simplicity that is in christ, is the best Rule for the Churches conformity, to this we may subscribe without any check of conscience.
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Popery compounds unwritten Traditions most presumptuously with Holy Scripture; yea it rakes up Heathenish customes, revives old Jewish Ceremonies which are now mortuae & mortiferae dead and deadly, compounding them with the institutions of Christ.
Popery compounds unwritten Traditions most presumptuously with Holy Scripture; yea it rakes up Heathenish customs, revives old Jewish Ceremonies which Are now mortuae & Mortiferous dead and deadly, compounding them with the institutions of christ.
even in every linke of the golden chaine of Salvation, Rom. 8. 30. Arminians in the Decree of Election compound foreseene faith, with the Soveraigntie of Gods will.
even in every link of the golden chain of Salvation, Rom. 8. 30. Arminians in the decree of Election compound foreseen faith, with the Sovereignty of God's will.
In vocation, so compounding mans Free-will with Gods Free Grace, that with them in the act of conversion prima causa depends upon secunda, the power of Gods grace must wayte upon the concurrence of our good nature.
In vocation, so compounding men Freewill with God's Free Grace, that with them in the act of conversion prima causa depends upon Secunda, the power of God's grace must wait upon the concurrence of our good nature.
Popish Doctors doe strangely compound works with faith in the act of justification; and in glorification, so compound the merits of the Saints with the merits of Christ, that by a condignitie they become meritorious of eternall life ▪ let the Devill affect vaine compositions;
Popish Doctors do strangely compound works with faith in the act of justification; and in glorification, so compound the merits of the Saints with the merits of christ, that by a condignity they become meritorious of Eternal life ▪ let the devil affect vain compositions;
This Paul foretels, 2 Tim. 3. 5. In the last dayes together with many streames of wickednesse, there will be a generation of men having a forme of Godlinesse, but denying the power of it;
This Paul foretells, 2 Tim. 3. 5. In the last days together with many streams of wickedness, there will be a generation of men having a Form of Godliness, but denying the power of it;
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but in power, 1 Cor. 4. 20. It is not wording, but working the power, that will evidence to speaker or hearers, that they are subjects in the kingdome of Grace and heires to the kingdome of glory. This Paul made an argument of their election, 1 Thess. 1. 5. that the Gospel came not to them in word only,
but in power, 1 Cor. 4. 20. It is not wording, but working the power, that will evidence to speaker or hearers, that they Are subject's in the Kingdom of Grace and Heirs to the Kingdom of glory. This Paul made an argument of their election, 1 Thess 1. 5. that the Gospel Come not to them in word only,
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much power appearing in the dispensation of it, and the Thessalonians hearts so fully possessed with the power of the Truth, that their carnall principles were confuted, their passions moderated, their lusts mortified, and their self-ends confounded.
much power appearing in the Dispensation of it, and the Thessalonians hearts so Fully possessed with the power of the Truth, that their carnal principles were confuted, their passion moderated, their Lustiest mortified, and their self-ends confounded.
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Most men affect in Religion, either a dull moderation, or an outside pompe, both enemies to the power of Truth. Moderation doth better in other things,
Most men affect in Religion, either a dull moderation, or an outside pomp, both enemies to the power of Truth. Moderation does better in other things,
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that we should love him with all our heart, with all our soul, and with our strength, Luk. 10. 27. Indeed moderation hath its season, but with Calvins caution;
that we should love him with all our heart, with all our soul, and with our strength, Luk. 10. 27. Indeed moderation hath its season, but with Calvin's caution;
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I confesse (saith he) there ought to be moderation, yet this I constantly affirme, care must be had, that under pretence of moderation, nothing be tolerated, which proceedeth from the Devill or Antichrist.
I confess (Says he) there ought to be moderation, yet this I constantly affirm, care must be had, that under pretence of moderation, nothing be tolerated, which Proceedeth from the devil or Antichrist.
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Neither must we so affect the outward pompe of Religion, as to neglect the power of it. Hilary his counsell was good, who writing against Auxentius Bishop of Millaine, complained that the Arrian faction had confounded all,
Neither must we so affect the outward pomp of Religion, as to neglect the power of it. Hilary his counsel was good, who writing against Auxentius Bishop of Milan, complained that the Arrian faction had confounded all,
Is there any doubt of Antichrists sitting in these places? This makes Popery such a Religion as pleases mens eyes, and humours their eares, rather then rectify their mindes, and heale their hearts, because they seeke not so much to purchase the power, as the pompe of Religion.
Is there any doubt of Antichrists sitting in these places? This makes Popery such a Religion as Pleases men's eyes, and humours their ears, rather then rectify their minds, and heal their hearts, Because they seek not so much to purchase the power, as the pomp of Religion.
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how farre it is come short of the glory of God by sin, Rom. 3. 23. and that men are alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, Ephes. 4. 18. withall, giving the soule an hint and taste of the excellencie and sweetnesse of Divine Truth, the only Soveraigne means of its recovery, it groanes most seriously,
how Far it is come short of the glory of God by since, Rom. 3. 23. and that men Are alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, Ephesians 4. 18. withal, giving the soul an hint and taste of the excellency and sweetness of Divine Truth, the only Sovereign means of its recovery, it groans most seriously,
and pants most affectionately after acquaintance with the truth and possession of it. And that not only by some cold velleitie, by some dull wishing and woulding;
and pants most affectionately After acquaintance with the truth and possession of it. And that not only by Some cold velleity, by Some dull wishing and woulding;
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They adde wings to the soule, making us to flie like busie Bees from flower to flower, from ordinance to ordinance, that we may sucke the sweetnesse of Truth, which is sweeter then honey,
They add wings to the soul, making us to fly like busy Bees from flower to flower, from Ordinance to Ordinance, that we may suck the sweetness of Truth, which is Sweeten then honey,
The purchase of Truth, is carryed on by such an active disposition, as the Spouse in the Canticles had to enjoy her Beloved; I will rise now and goe about the streets, and in the broad wayes, I will seeke him whom my soule loveth.
The purchase of Truth, is carried on by such an active disposition, as the Spouse in the Canticles had to enjoy her beloved; I will rise now and go about the streets, and in the broad ways, I will seek him whom my soul loves.
Every buyer of truth, must be willing with little Zacheus to get up into any Sycomare tree, to take all Gospel advantages, to gaine a sight of his Saviour, to behold Christ who is Truth it selfe.
Every buyer of truth, must be willing with little Zacchaeus to get up into any Sycomare tree, to take all Gospel advantages, to gain a sighed of his Saviour, to behold christ who is Truth it self.
Truth is an hidden treasure, Matth. 13. 44. sometimes hidden from us by the difficultie of Scripture wherein it is contained, God thereby putting a value upon it,
Truth is an hidden treasure, Matthew 13. 44. sometime hidden from us by the difficulty of Scripture wherein it is contained, God thereby putting a valve upon it,
Yea Religion it selfe accounted the greatest Crime. This Treasure lies often so deep, you must be content to sweat in digging for it before you can obtaine it.
Yea Religion it self accounted the greatest Crime. This Treasure lies often so deep, you must be content to sweat in digging for it before you can obtain it.
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All they who would purchase Truth, must not onely be like Merchant men seeking goodly Pearles; Matth. 13. 45. but withall, be able to discerne when they have found a pearle of great price, vers.
All they who would purchase Truth, must not only be like Merchant men seeking goodly Pearls; Matthew 13. 45. but withal, be able to discern when they have found a pearl of great price, vers.
All good Merchants must be redeeming time, improving all hints of doing good, of enjoying Gods ordinances, wherein you may trade for truth. Observe the connexion;
All good Merchant's must be redeeming time, improving all hints of doing good, of enjoying God's ordinances, wherein you may trade for truth. Observe the connexion;
only wherein walke so wisely towards them without. 1. That you violate not the peace and puritie of your owne conscience. 2. That you deface not the stamp of Divinitie upon Authothoritie. 3. That by a rigid austeritie you alienate not others from truth. 4. Nor by a complying familiaritie with them in their sins, harden them against the truth.
only wherein walk so wisely towards them without. 1. That you violate not the peace and purity of your own conscience. 2. That you deface not the stamp of Divinity upon Authothoritie. 3. That by a rigid austerity you alienate not Others from truth. 4. Nor by a complying familiarity with them in their Sins, harden them against the truth.
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The Soule that thirsts after Truth, having taken paines, how according to the rules of godly providence, it may be possessed of that it so dearely loves, is now willing to conclude the bargaine by paying the price. Solomon here mentions no price, because he would have us buy it at any price. Sometimes it may cost us credit, and libertie, as it did the Apostles, Acts 5. 41. Sometimes it may cost us the losse of goods, as it did those Christians, Hebr. 10. 34. Yea, sometimes life it self, must be the price of Truth. We must be content to follow that cloud of witnesses, which appears in that little booke of Martyrs, the 11th Chapter to the Hebrews, we must write after that heroicall copie which our owne Worthies have set us, who sacrificed their dearest lives, to the crueltie of Bonners flames, that they might possesse the Truth.
The Soul that thirsts After Truth, having taken pains, how according to the rules of godly providence, it may be possessed of that it so dearly loves, is now willing to conclude the bargain by paying the price. Solomon Here mentions no price, Because he would have us buy it At any price. Sometime it may cost us credit, and liberty, as it did the Apostles, Acts 5. 41. Sometime it may cost us the loss of goods, as it did those Christians, Hebrew 10. 34. Yea, sometime life it self, must be the price of Truth. We must be content to follow that cloud of Witnesses, which appears in that little book of Martyrs, the 11th Chapter to the Hebrews, we must write After that heroical copy which our own Worthies have Set us, who sacrificed their dearest lives, to the cruelty of Bonners flames, that they might possess the Truth.
The Devill at first laid siege against the Truths, which were most Fundamentall, that so he might have ruined all the buildings; he would by the subtiltie of ancient Hereticks have huckstered up those Truths, which concerned the Natures and Person of Christ, this cost very deare, before the foure first Councells could settle Truth against the Hereticks of those times.
The devil At First laid siege against the Truths, which were most Fundamental, that so he might have ruined all the buildings; he would by the subtlety of ancient Heretics have huckster up those Truths, which concerned the Nature's and Person of christ, this cost very deer, before the foure First Counsels could settle Truth against the Heretics of those times.
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as the Prophet, as the Priest, and as the King of his Church, it cost no little blood in England and Germanie, to vindicate the Doctrine of Divine worship,
as the Prophet, as the Priest, and as the King of his Church, it cost no little blood in England and Germany, to vindicate the Doctrine of Divine worship,
as the Churches Prophet, without being beholden to unwritten traditions; as the Priest of his Church, without the satisfactions of any Meritmangers, without any Purgatorie, any Bridewell of the Popes making;
as the Churches Prophet, without being beholden to unwritten traditions; as the Priest of his Church, without the satisfactions of any Meritmangers, without any Purgatory, any Bridewell of the Popes making;
1. The Word of Truth, is the seed by which we are begotten againe, Iam. 1. 18. Yea incorruptible Seed, which liveth and abideth for ever, 1 Peter 1. 23. untill the Truth hath delivered us, what are we poore sinners,
1. The Word of Truth, is the seed by which we Are begotten again, Iam. 1. 18. Yea incorruptible Seed, which lives and Abideth for ever, 1 Peter 1. 23. until the Truth hath Delivered us, what Are we poor Sinners,
3. Naturally, as the sonnes and daughters of Adam, we are stained with many spots, steeped in corruption, polluted with filthinesse of flesh and spirit, 2 Corinth. 7. 1. Truth is the water by which we are cleansed, Ioh. 15. 3.
3. Naturally, as the Sons and daughters of Adam, we Are stained with many spots, steeped in corruption, polluted with filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, 2 Corinth. 7. 1. Truth is the water by which we Are cleansed, John 15. 3.
4. When we goe groping up and downe in in the darke, exposed to errors, besieged with terrors, Truth affoords us direction and consolation, Psal. 119. 105. 5. Truth is the Armour, by which you are defended against your spirituall Enemies, and enabled for offensive warre.
4. When we go groping up and down in in the dark, exposed to errors, besieged with terrors, Truth affords us direction and consolation, Psalm 119. 105. 5. Truth is the Armour, by which you Are defended against your spiritual Enemies, and enabled for offensive war.
Amongst the sixe peeces of our spirituall Armour, three of these have speciall dependance upon the Truth. You must have the girdle of Truth, Ephes. 6. vers. 14. beshod with the preparation of the Gospell of peace, vers.
among the sixe Pieces of our spiritual Armour, three of these have special dependence upon the Truth. You must have the girdle of Truth, Ephesians 6. vers. 14. beshod with the preparation of the Gospel of peace, vers.
6. And indeed the word of Truth, is the Gospell of your Salvation, Ephesians 1. 13. The Charter by which the Corporation of Saints, challengeth such rich priviledges; the Articles of that Covenant, which doth entitle them to such blessed hopes.
6. And indeed the word of Truth, is the Gospel of your Salvation, Ephesians 1. 13. The Charter by which the Corporation of Saints, Challengeth such rich privileges; the Articles of that Covenant, which does entitle them to such blessed hope's.
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When David was engaged in a pious and plausible service, in fetching the Arke from Kiriath-jearim, 1 Chronicles 13. he consulted, vers. 1, 2. the people consented, vers. 3, 4. there was much confluence and triumph, vers. 8. The Oxen stumbling, Vzzah upon a faire pretence, put forth his hand to uphold the Arke, yet God would not accept of his faire intention,
When David was engaged in a pious and plausible service, in fetching the Ark from Kiriath-jearim, 1 Chronicles 13. he consulted, vers. 1, 2. the people consented, vers. 3, 4. there was much confluence and triumph, vers. 8. The Oxen stumbling, Uzzah upon a fair pretence, put forth his hand to uphold the Ark, yet God would not accept of his fair intention,
but smote him that he dyed, vers. 10. the reason is rendred, 1 Chronicles 15. vers. 13. because God was not sought after the due order, his Truth was not observed, in the carrying of the Arke,
but smote him that he died, vers. 10. the reason is rendered, 1 Chronicles 15. vers. 13. Because God was not sought After the due order, his Truth was not observed, in the carrying of the Ark,
as vers. 14. with reference to this Story, Peter Martyr commends it, to the care of Queene ELIZABETH, that Church Governors endeavour not to carry the Arke of the Gospell into England, upon the Cart of needlesse Ceremonies.
as vers. 14. with Referente to this Story, Peter Martyr commends it, to the care of Queen ELIZABETH, that Church Governors endeavour not to carry the Ark of the Gospel into England, upon the Cart of needless Ceremonies.
how marvellously doth God curse it, vers. 14. Therefore behold, I proceed to doe a marvellous worke amongst this people, a marvellous worke and a wonder:
how marvellously does God curse it, vers. 14. Therefore behold, I proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, a marvellous work and a wonder:
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Never expect the gracious presence of Christ in his Churches, unlesse you purchase Truth, and set it upon the Throne, Revel. 2. 1. He walketh in the middest of the golden Candlesticks, whose office it is to hold forth the Truth.
Never expect the gracious presence of christ in his Churches, unless you purchase Truth, and Set it upon the Throne, Revel. 2. 1. He walks in the midst of the golden Candlesticks, whose office it is to hold forth the Truth.
Let Christ himselfe be acknowledged as King in his Church, as Lord in his house, let the word of Truth be our Booke of Canons, our Books of Discipline, and then if.
Let christ himself be acknowledged as King in his Church, as Lord in his house, let the word of Truth be our Book of Canonas, our Books of Discipline, and then if.
Yea, then we shall undoubtedly find the Broad-Seale of Heaven, confirming what is done, when we follow the guidance of Christ in his owne Truth, Matth. 18. 15, 16, 17, 18. The best way to promote the most publique good of all the Churches, is by advancing the trade of Truth. This publique counsell should move in the most publique sphaere, seeking good for themselves and others, both at home and abroad.
Yea, then we shall undoubtedly find the Broadseal of Heaven, confirming what is done, when we follow the guidance of christ in his own Truth, Matthew 18. 15, 16, 17, 18. The best Way to promote the most public good of all the Churches, is by advancing the trade of Truth. This public counsel should move in the most public sphere, seeking good for themselves and Others, both At home and abroad.
How came Popery to be advanced to so great height, but by suppressing Truth; The mystery of iniquitie wrought in the Apostles times; It went on by steps;
How Come Popery to be advanced to so great height, but by suppressing Truth; The mystery of iniquity wrought in the Apostles times; It went on by steps;
the Pope was first Antichrist nascent, then Antichrist crescent, after Antichrist regnant, but when he was made Lord of the Catholike Faith, so that none must beleeve more,
the Pope was First Antichrist nascent, then Antichrist crescent, After Antichrist regnant, but when he was made Lord of the Catholic Faith, so that none must believe more,
nor lesse, nor otherwise then he prescribed, he became Autichrist triumphant. The Pope is guiltie of the grossest theevery, he robs the Sacrament of the Cup, the Scriptures of their Authoritie, and the Church of the Scriptures; as theeves blow out the candles, the better to conceale themselves, and carry on their designes;
nor less, nor otherwise then he prescribed, he became Antichrist triumphant. The Pope is guilty of the Grossest thievery, he robs the Sacrament of the Cup, the Scriptures of their authority, and the Church of the Scriptures; as thieves blow out the Candles, the better to conceal themselves, and carry on their designs;
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Zachary 4. vers. 6. the great mountaine of opposition must be moved, not by humane power and might, but by the spirit of the Lord of Hoasts, not only by his power but by his spirit, because Church works must be carryed on in a way of enlightning and revealing the Truth. Thus the wise providence of God wrought formerly,
Zachary 4. vers. 6. the great mountain of opposition must be moved, not by humane power and might, but by the Spirit of the Lord of Hosts, not only by his power but by his Spirit, Because Church works must be carried on in a Way of enlightening and revealing the Truth. Thus the wise providence of God wrought formerly,
when a Generall Councell (though by many groaned after) could not be obtained with the consent of the Clergy and Court of Rome, to whom Reformation would be a certaine Ruine, He stirred up divers Heroicall Worthies, Waldus in France, Wickliffe in England, Luther in Germany, Knoxe in Scotland, to despise the light of Truth; And Revel. 14. vers. 6. After the flying Angell, having the everlasting Gospell to preach unto all that dwell on the earth, then vers. 8. there follows another Angell saying, Babylon is fallen.
when a General Council (though by many groaned After) could not be obtained with the consent of the Clergy and Court of Rome, to whom Reformation would be a certain Ruin, He stirred up diverse Heroical Worthies, Waldus in France, Wickliffe in England, Luther in Germany, Knox in Scotland, to despise the Light of Truth; And Revel. 14. vers. 6. After the flying Angel, having the everlasting Gospel to preach unto all that dwell on the earth, then vers. 8. there follows Another Angel saying, Babylon is fallen.
Doubtlesse the Pope must fall not only by the Sword of Princes, but by the Sword of the Spirit, 2 Thessalonians 2. vers. 8. That wicked One must be revealed, and consumed with the Spirit of the Lords mouth.
Doubtless the Pope must fallen not only by the Sword of Princes, but by the Sword of the Spirit, 2 Thessalonians 2. vers. 8. That wicked One must be revealed, and consumed with the Spirit of the lords Mouth.
You have had a discovery of some few sprigs, growing upon this first Proposition, let us in the Application, gather the wholesome fruit which hangs upon them.
You have had a discovery of Some few sprigs, growing upon this First Proposition, let us in the Application, gather the wholesome fruit which hangs upon them.
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It is the good hand of God upon us, when so many of our brethren in Ireland, are still bleeding under their enemies crueltie, that we are at libertie in this solemne Ordinance, to plead with our God for mercie.
It is the good hand of God upon us, when so many of our brothers in Ireland, Are still bleeding under their enemies cruelty, that we Are At liberty in this solemn Ordinance, to plead with our God for mercy.
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for this we may blush and bleed, yea rivers of teares are too little to bewaile this, that in all our designes, we have so little minded to purchase the Libertie, the Puritie and Power of true Religion.
for this we may blush and bleed, yea Rivers of tears Are too little to bewail this, that in all our designs, we have so little minded to purchase the Liberty, the Purity and Power of true Religion.
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Adam and Eve began to make very bad markets, to sell themselves and posteritie, for the forbidden fruit. Prophane Esau, sold his Birth-right for a Messe of pottage, Heb. 12. 16. How many with Absalom, to humour their vain-glory, will set the Peace of a Kingdome to sale? How many with Haman, to gratifie proud revenge, will set a whole Church to sale? Some with Iudas, will set up their Saviour to sale for thirtie pieces.
Adam and Eve began to make very bad Markets, to fell themselves and posterity, for the forbidden fruit. Profane Esau, sold his Birthright for a Mess of pottage, Hebrew 12. 16. How many with Absalom, to humour their vainglory, will Set the Peace of a Kingdom to sale? How many with Haman, to gratify proud revenge, will Set a Whole Church to sale? some with Iudas, will Set up their Saviour to sale for thirtie Pieces.
Others with Diotrephes (the first Cocke of the game) that they may fill their sailes with Church-pompe, and Church-power, will set the Keyes of Church and Ordinances of Christ to sale.
Others with Diotrephes (the First Cock of the game) that they may fill their sails with Church-pompe, and Church power, will Set the Keys of Church and Ordinances of christ to sale.
Have you gotten your owne hearts possessed with the power of the Truth? Hath Gods word a throne in your Consciences, Colossians 3. 16. Let the word of God dwell richly in you. If it dwell there.
Have you got your own hearts possessed with the power of the Truth? Hath God's word a throne in your Consciences, colossians 3. 16. Let the word of God dwell richly in you. If it dwell there.
First, it must intrare, then residere: it must dwell and abide there, exercising a soveraigntie over you, ever drawing open into an humble familiaritie with it.
First, it must intrare, then residere: it must dwell and abide there, exercising a sovereignty over you, ever drawing open into an humble familiarity with it.
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They who know the Grace of God in Truth, will bring forth fruit, Colossians 1. vers. 6. Doth the Truth of your Religion appeare in your relations, in the uniformitie of a Gospell conversation? as Phil. 1. vers. 27. Aske your hearts,
They who know the Grace of God in Truth, will bring forth fruit, colossians 1. vers. 6. Does the Truth of your Religion appear in your relations, in the uniformity of a Gospel Conversation? as Philip 1. vers. 27. Ask your hearts,
by what law is it governed? Doth the word of Truth, the Scepter of righteousnesse beare sway there? Whence then so much licentiousnesse tolerated in the servants? so much dissolutenesse in the children? so much oppression, tyranny,
by what law is it governed? Does the word of Truth, the Sceptre of righteousness bear sway there? Whence then so much licentiousness tolerated in the Servants? so much dissoluteness in the children? so much oppression, tyranny,
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and (too often) other wickednesse in your selves, and such distempers in family relations? Psal. 101. vers. 2. David would walke in his house with a perfect heart.
and (too often) other wickedness in your selves, and such distempers in family relations? Psalm 101. vers. 2. David would walk in his house with a perfect heart.
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and thou an uncleane sonne of Belial? What concord hath Christ with Belial? what agreement hath the Temple of God with idols? The argument is as strong for Magistrates as for Ministers, 1 Tim. 3. 5. If a man know not how to rule his owne house,
and thou an unclean son of Belial? What concord hath christ with Belial? what agreement hath the Temple of God with Idols? The argument is as strong for Magistrates as for Ministers, 1 Tim. 3. 5. If a man know not how to Rule his own house,
unlesse you be first Reformers of your selves, and your owne Families? Light is a great advantage to an house, especially the light of Truth. The Father of Lights, is not pleased to dwell in a darke habitation, such a corner is fitter for Satan, the Prince of darknesse.
unless you be First Reformers of your selves, and your own Families? Light is a great advantage to an house, especially the Light of Truth. The Father of Lights, is not pleased to dwell in a dark habitation, such a corner is fitter for Satan, the Prince of darkness.
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Have you imployed and improved your publique interests to help forward the trade of Truth, to promote Religion in the Libertie, Puritie, and Power of it? Never was any Parliament the sonne of so many prayers and teares. Never had any a larger share in that blessing of the Lord upon Ioseph, Deut. 33. vers. 16. feeling the good will of Him that dwelt in the bush, so often burning,
Have you employed and improved your public interests to help forward the trade of Truth, to promote Religion in the Liberty, Purity, and Power of it? Never was any Parliament the son of so many Prayers and tears. Never had any a larger share in that blessing of the Lord upon Ioseph, Deuteronomy 33. vers. 16. feeling the good will of Him that dwelled in the bush, so often burning,
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27. and by their zeale, obtained a blessing in Moses his Catalogue, when their brother Simeon was left out, Deut. 33. vers. 9. We live in shedding, discriminating times, it is a frequent question, quarum partium? On what side are you? If this be the question, who is on Truths side, what eccho, what answer will you returne, oh you great Counsellors? Suppose this day, God and thy Conscience held a Closet Committee, the Lord saith, I have put such a rich price into thy hand;
27. and by their zeal, obtained a blessing in Moses his Catalogue, when their brother Simeon was left out, Deuteronomy 33. vers. 9. We live in shedding, discriminating times, it is a frequent question, Whom partium? On what side Are you? If this be the question, who is on Truths side, what echo, what answer will you return, o you great Counsellors? Suppose this day, God and thy Conscience held a Closet Committee, the Lord Says, I have put such a rich price into thy hand;
I have betrusted thee with an influence in the Grand Affaires of the Church? what saith Conscience? What hast thou done? what wilt thou doe, by speaking, voting, by hand, heart, purse,
I have betrusted thee with an influence in the Grand Affairs of the Church? what Says Conscience? What hast thou done? what wilt thou do, by speaking, voting, by hand, heart, purse,
for the Truth? Davids question is most seasonable, 1 Chron. 29. vers. 5. Who is willing to consecrate his service this day unto the Lord? Oh that you might returne the same pious answer, with the chiefe of the Fathers, and Princes of the Tribes; who all offered willingly, vers.
for the Truth? Davids question is most seasonable, 1 Chronicles 29. vers. 5. Who is willing to consecrate his service this day unto the Lord? O that you might return the same pious answer, with the chief of the Father's, and Princes of the Tribes; who all offered willingly, vers.
6. Could you finde this fruit upon your Self-examination, Doubtlesse though you may serve this day in sorrow (as you ought to doe upon a Soul-afflicting day (in sighes, in groanes, in teares) yet you shall reape in joy.
6. Could you find this fruit upon your Self-examination, Doubtless though you may serve this day in sorrow (as you ought to do upon a Soul-afflicting day (in sighs, in groans, in tears) yet you shall reap in joy.
First, Wisedome, to discerne both the Commodities themselves, and opportunities of trading. The first use of Wisdome is to discerne the Commodities themselves.
First, Wisdom, to discern both the Commodities themselves, and opportunities of trading. The First use of Wisdom is to discern the Commodities themselves.
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Those that are Fundamentalia in fide, or in Praxi, buy them at any rate, but sell them at no rate. There are Magnalia, and minutula legis. It will argue much hypocrisie to be substantiall in circumstantiall truthes,
Those that Are Fundamentals in fide, or in Praxi, buy them At any rate, but fell them At no rate. There Are Magnalia, and minutula Legis. It will argue much hypocrisy to be substantial in circumstantial truths,
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This Counsell Paul giveth his Titus. Matters of consequence, he must affirme constantly, but, avoid needlesse questions, Tit. 3. 8. It were a seasonable improvement of your Wisedome and Power, to hinder the Devils or Popes Chapmen, from opening their packes of adulterate wares, and to put an high value upon such precious parcels of Truth, as have a great influence both into Doctrinall and practicall Religion. Give me leave here in the behalfe of Truth, to suggest some briefe hints.
This Counsel Paul gives his Titus. Matters of consequence, he must affirm constantly, but, avoid needless questions, Tit. 3. 8. It were a seasonable improvement of your Wisdom and Power, to hinder the Devils or Popes Chapmen, from opening their packs of adulterate wares, and to put an high valve upon such precious parcels of Truth, as have a great influence both into Doctrinal and practical Religion. Give me leave Here in the behalf of Truth, to suggest Some brief hints.
First, Put in caveats against Arminian errours, which doe so extenuate originall sinne, and magnifie the power of nature, that they feed our hereditary disease of pride, and eclipse the glory of Gods grace. Oh trade for the doctrine of free grace.
First, Put in caveats against Arminian errors, which doe so extenuate original sin, and magnify the power of nature, that they feed our hereditary disease of pride, and eclipse the glory of God's grace. O trade for the Doctrine of free grace.
Secondly, Minde the promoting of those Truthes which justifie The purity of Divine Worship, according to Gods owne will, against Popish and superstitious innovators.
Secondly, Mind the promoting of those Truths which justify The purity of Divine Worship, according to God's own will, against Popish and superstitious innovators.
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There is a disposition in all corrupt natures, no lesse to spirituall then bodily fornication. Vindicate therefore the second Commandement, which Papists have expunged, and others so much clouded.
There is a disposition in all corrupt nature's, no less to spiritual then bodily fornication. Vindicate Therefore the second Commandment, which Papists have expunged, and Others so much clouded.
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Thirdly, Put a value upon such Truthes as discover the dangerous errours of Socinianisme, which is no better then a Complication of many antient heresies, condemned by ancient Councels.
Thirdly, Put a valve upon such Truths as discover the dangerous errors of Socinianism, which is no better then a Complication of many ancient heresies, condemned by ancient Counsels.
Gods institution of that day, bringeth with it a speciall Character of holinesse, and an influence of a peculiar blessing, God hath sanctifyed and blessed it.
God's Institution of that day, brings with it a special Character of holiness, and an influence of a peculiar blessing, God hath sanctified and blessed it.
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And if men could dispute away our Christian Sabbath, we should soone lose the vigour of our practicall Religion. God having made it holy by Institution, by Ordination, let us keepe it holy by Observation.
And if men could dispute away our Christian Sabbath, we should soon loose the vigour of our practical Religion. God having made it holy by Institution, by Ordination, let us keep it holy by Observation.
Hierusalem in this was, as unwise, as unhappy, that she knew not the day of her visitation, Luk. 19. 41, 42. Who did expect such nutus providentiae, hints of divine providence, as God hath afforded to unworthy England in these two last yeares, to repossesse her of that Truth which many thought departing? The Philistins had almost taken our Arke.
Jerusalem in this was, as unwise, as unhappy, that she knew not the day of her Visitation, Luk. 19. 41, 42. Who did expect such nutus providentiae, hints of divine providence, as God hath afforded to unworthy England in these two last Years, to repossess her of that Truth which many Thought departing? The philistines had almost taken our Ark.
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The tempest was great, our Saviour seemed to be asleepe, our onely refuge was to cry, Lord save us, we perish, Mat. 8. 25. The sword hath rid circuit for above twenty yeares in Germany; many Candlestickes of Truth thence removed;
The tempest was great, our Saviour seemed to be asleep, our only refuge was to cry, Lord save us, we perish, Mathew 8. 25. The sword hath rid circuit for above twenty Years in Germany; many Candlesticks of Truth thence removed;
yet, may not Faith (through them) spy out the Sunne of righteousnesse shining graciously upon unworthy England? As Hag. 2. 7. I will shake all Nations,
yet, may not Faith (through them) spy out the Sun of righteousness shining graciously upon unworthy England? As Hag. 2. 7. I will shake all nations,
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Historians report, that about the yeare 1517. when Leò the tenth was making some thirty Cardinals, there was such a terrible tempest in the Church, that shaked the Babe out of the Virgin Maries armes,
Historians report, that about the year 1517. when Leò the tenth was making Some thirty Cardinals, there was such a terrible tempest in the Church, that shaked the Babe out of the Virgae Mary's arms,
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You will never trade for Truth in good earnest, till you expresse an inquisitive, active disposition, in the cause of Religion, knocking at every doore, plying every M••ket, where you may purchase any acquaintance with the Truth.
You will never trade for Truth in good earnest, till you express an inquisitive, active disposition, in the cause of Religion, knocking At every door, plying every M••ket, where you may purchase any acquaintance with the Truth.
Philosophy is not the field wherein the pearle of Truth lyeth, but rather a hedge and ditch about the field, to defend it, from the invasion of subtill Disputants.
Philosophy is not the field wherein the pearl of Truth lies, but rather a hedge and ditch about the field, to defend it, from the invasion of subtle Disputants.
3. And we hold it still per Ecclesiam, though not propter Ecclesiam; by the Ministery of the Church, though not for the Authority of the Church, John 4. 42. All they who are genuine children of the Church, not onely by the Mothers side,
3. And we hold it still per Church, though not propter Church; by the Ministry of the Church, though not for the authority of the Church, John 4. 42. All they who Are genuine children of the Church, not only by the Mother's side,
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Thirdly, But in searching out for the Truth, goe to Christ himselfe, who is Truth it selfe, John 14. 6. Jesus saith unto him, I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
Thirdly, But in searching out for the Truth, go to christ himself, who is Truth it self, John 14. 6. jesus Says unto him, I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
Attend upon Christ in the use of his Word, which is a Word of Truth, Prov. 8. 34. Blessed is the man that heaneth me, watching daily at my gates, Waiting at the posts of my doores.
Attend upon christ in the use of his Word, which is a Word of Truth, Curae 8. 34. Blessed is the man that heaneth me, watching daily At my gates, Waiting At the posts of my doors.
If ever God ripen your Councells about a Synod, we hope to receive the same direction from you, that Constantine the Great gave the Councell of Nice. Take the Resolution of things in question, out of Divinely inspired writings. Doe not onely bid us enquire what Reformation was in our ▪ Josiahs time, King Edward the sixth;
If ever God ripen your Counsels about a Synod, we hope to receive the same direction from you, that Constantine the Great gave the Council of Nicaenae. Take the Resolution of things in question, out of Divinely inspired writings. Do not only bid us inquire what Reformation was in our ▪ Josiahs time, King Edward the sixth;
nor what in our Deborahs dayes, Queene Elizabeths, (though we must for ever blesse God for the light that appeared in those times) Doe not onely put us upon inquiry what Ignatius said, or what Cyprian did;
nor what in our Deborahs days, Queen Elizabeths, (though we must for ever bless God for the Light that appeared in those times) Do not only put us upon inquiry what Ignatius said, or what Cyprian did;
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Rather bid us give you an account, what Luke holdeth forth in his story of the Acts of the Apostles, what Paul intimates in his Epistles, that so divine Truth may triumph,
Rather bid us give you an account, what Lycia holds forth in his story of the Acts of the Apostles, what Paul intimates in his Epistles, that so divine Truth may triumph,
In divine things we may attribute somewhat to antiquity, yet in matters that concerne Church pompe, and Church power, we must be jealous how we trust the Ancient Fathers, because (good men) they saw the mystery of iniquity but darkely,
In divine things we may attribute somewhat to antiquity, yet in matters that concern Church pomp, and Church power, we must be jealous how we trust the Ancient Father's, Because (good men) they saw the mystery of iniquity but darkly,
and at a distance, which wrought strongly, not onely in corrupting Doctrine with errours, but Divine Worship with Ceremonies and Church Government with tyrannicall usurpations. Then,
and At a distance, which wrought strongly, not only in corrupting Doctrine with errors, but Divine Worship with Ceremonies and Church Government with tyrannical usurpations. Then,
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Cyrill saith, in a Synod at Ephesus, upon a high Throne in the Temple, there lay, Sanctum Evangelium, the holy Gospell, to shew that Christ was both present and president there.
Cyril Says, in a Synod At Ephesus, upon a high Throne in the Temple, there lay, Sanctum Evangelium, the holy Gospel, to show that christ was both present and president there.
Resolution, to backe a publique Factors wise Activity ▪ This would make you willing to grapple with difficulties, to expose your selves to troubles and hazzards,
Resolution, to back a public Factors wise Activity ▪ This would make you willing to grapple with difficulties, to expose your selves to Troubles and hazards,
Poore England hath long beene in a travelling condition, felt many bitterpangs, findeth now twins in her wombe, Jacobs and Esaus, wrastling for the birth-right, high contestations betwixt Eliah and Baalls Priests;
Poor England hath long been in a traveling condition, felt many bitterpangs, finds now twins in her womb, Jacobs and Esaus, wrestling for the birthright, high contestations betwixt Elijah and Baalls Priests;
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What will you resolve to lay out to possesse this dis-joynted Kingdome of the Truth? Imagine the casting of the ballance, the composing of all Church difference depended upon thee alone, what wouldest thou contribute to purchase Truth? Nazianzen put this price upon his Athenian, learning (wherein he was very famous) that he had something of value to part withall for Christ;
What will you resolve to lay out to possess this disjointed Kingdom of the Truth? Imagine the casting of the balance, the composing of all Church difference depended upon thee alone, what Wouldst thou contribute to purchase Truth? Nazianzen put this price upon his Athenian, learning (wherein he was very famous) that he had something of valve to part withal for christ;
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Oh that you could say the same of your Honours and Estates, reckoning this the goodnesse of all your good things, that you are enabled to doe good with them in the cause of Christ and his Truth.
O that you could say the same of your Honours and Estates, reckoning this the Goodness of all your good things, that you Are enabled to do good with them in the cause of christ and his Truth.
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It was Heroicall zeale in Basill, who for his constant and bold defending of the Truth against the Arian heresie, being threatned death by Valens the Emperour, answered, NONLATINALPHABET, Oh that I might dye for the truth!
It was Heroical zeal in Basil, who for his constant and bold defending of the Truth against the Arian heresy, being threatened death by Valens the Emperor, answered,, O that I might die for the truth!
I beseech you (Noble Worthies) by the many Petitions you have had from men, by the solemne Protestations you have made to God, by his wonderworking Providence about you,
I beseech you (Noble Worthies) by the many Petitions you have had from men, by the solemn Protestations you have made to God, by his wonderworking Providence about you,
Secure to us not onely liberty of person and estate, but also liberty of Conscience from Church tyranny, that we be not pinched with ensnaring oathes, clogged with multiplyed subscriptions,
Secure to us not only liberty of person and estate, but also liberty of Conscience from Church tyranny, that we be not pinched with ensnaring Oaths, clogged with multiplied Subscriptions,
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Together with Priviledges of Parliament, let us have Church-priviledges vindicated, helpe us to purge out that old leaven, whether of Doctrine, of Disposition, or Persons, that we may have Sacraments more purely administred, according to the rule of Truth;
Together with Privileges of Parliament, let us have Church privileges vindicated, help us to purge out that old leaven, whither of Doctrine, of Disposition, or Persons, that we may have Sacraments more purely administered, according to the Rule of Truth;
let us be sure of this Militia, inviolably setled, the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, Ephes. 6. 17. Guard that Magazine, wherein are laid up the weapons of our warfare, that are mighty through God, to the pulling downe of strong holds, 2 Cor. 10. 4. So shall we be put into a good posture for Reformation.
let us be sure of this Militia, inviolably settled, the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, Ephesians 6. 17. Guard that Magazine, wherein Are laid up the weapons of our warfare, that Are mighty through God, to the pulling down of strong holds, 2 Cor. 10. 4. So shall we be put into a good posture for Reformation.
Act undaunted resolution, in the prosecution of these religious Designes, then may you confidently expect Christs glorious and gracious presence amongst you.
Act undaunted resolution, in the prosecution of these religious Designs, then may you confidently expect Christ glorious and gracious presence among you.
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The Wisedome of Scripture directs us to severall purchases, Isai. 55. 1. Every thirsty soule is invited to Come and buy Waters, Wine, and Milke; Seeke to Christ upon his termes, for variety of sweet Soulemercies;
The Wisdom of Scripture directs us to several purchases, Isaiah 55. 1. Every thirsty soul is invited to Come and buy Waters, Wine, and Milk; Seek to christ upon his terms, for variety of sweet Soulemercies;
The same temper of spirit appeares in the devils agents upon the killing of the witnesses, Rev. 11. 10. They that dwelt upon the earth shall rejoyce over them, and make merry,
The same temper of Spirit appears in the Devils agents upon the killing of the Witnesses, Rev. 11. 10. They that dwelled upon the earth shall rejoice over them, and make merry,
And therefore they will adventure peace of Conscience, and hope of Heaven, yea, the whole stocke upon it, that they may buy up Truth out of the Churches hands;
And Therefore they will adventure peace of Conscience, and hope of Heaven, yea, the Whole stock upon it, that they may buy up Truth out of the Churches hands;
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The great Apostasy from the Faith, 1 Tim. 4. 1. is brought about by giving heed to seducing spirits. The Pope hath many Emissaries abroad, who joyne with the Devill, studying a method of Soule-deceiving, and Truth-betraying.
The great Apostasy from the Faith, 1 Tim. 4. 1. is brought about by giving heed to seducing spirits. The Pope hath many Emissaries abroad, who join with the devil, studying a method of Soule-deceiving, and Truth-betraying.
Compare Ephe. 4. 14. NONLATINALPHABET, with Ephes. 6. 11. NONLATINALPHABET, you shall find the devill and deceivers artificially methodizing their snares to draw us from the Truth, 2 Pet. 2. 1 ▪ False teachers have alwayes practised to bring in damnable heresies. The beginnings of grosse errours may be modest;
Compare Ephes 4. 14., with Ephesians 6. 11., you shall find the Devil and deceivers artificially methodizing their snares to draw us from the Truth, 2 Pet. 2. 1 ▪ False Teachers have always practised to bring in damnable heresies. The beginnings of gross errors may be modest;
They will trade first in names, then in things, first habituate us to call our Ministers Priests, our Communion Tables, Altars, before they impose superstitious gestures.
They will trade First in names, then in things, First habituate us to call our Ministers Priests, our Communion Tables, Altars, before they impose superstitious gestures.
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Neutrall Politicians, who will be buying Truth out of our hands, by formalizing and enervating the power of it, till at last they leave us an heartlesse and saplesse Religion.
Neutral Politicians, who will be buying Truth out of our hands, by formalizing and enervating the power of it, till At last they leave us an heartless and sapless Religion.
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It were happy for the Church, if there were a more strict course taken against all lukewarme Machivillians, who by their neutrality undermine Religion;
It were happy for the Church, if there were a more strict course taken against all lukewarm Machiavellians, who by their neutrality undermine Religion;
out of Love to his Crowne, he set up golden Calves, he hindred the people from going to worship God at Jerusalem, lest they should turne againe unto their Lord, unto Rehoboam King of Judah.
out of Love to his Crown, he Set up golden Calves, he hindered the people from going to worship God At Jerusalem, lest they should turn again unto their Lord, unto Rehoboam King of Judah.
Worldly wise men, as they are time-servers, so they are selfe-servers, and whatsoever become of Christ and his truth, selfe shall be advanced into the Throne;
Worldly wise men, as they Are time-servers, so they Are selfe-servers, and whatsoever become of christ and his truth, self shall be advanced into the Throne;
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most unlike to Paul, who Phil. 1. 20. NONLATINALPHABET, stood as it were on up-to, looking earnestly after the magnifying of Christ, what-ever became of himselfe, Whether in his life, or in 〈 ◊ 〉 death.
most unlike to Paul, who Philip 1. 20., stood as it were on up-to, looking earnestly After the magnifying of christ, whatever became of himself, Whither in his life, or in 〈 ◊ 〉 death.
How deare did it cost Athanasius to justifie the Divinity of Christ, against the Arians? and shall we suffer any of that kindred to buy it againe out of our hands ▪ How couragiously did Augustine rescue the Doctrine of Grace, from the Pelagians hands, whom he cals the Enemies of Grace? and shall we suffer it to be betrayed to their Brethren the Arminians!
How deer did it cost Athanasius to justify the Divinity of christ, against the Arians? and shall we suffer any of that kindred to buy it again out of our hands ▪ How courageously did Augustine rescue the Doctrine of Grace, from the Pelagians hands, whom he calls the Enemies of Grace? and shall we suffer it to be betrayed to their Brothers the Arminians!
How farre did Luther hazzard himselfe, to advance Justification by Faith in Christ? It is a grosse shame that sweete Truth should be lost in the language of any Innovators, who will have workes to concurre in eodem genere cause, to share equally with Faith in the very act of justifying.
How Far did Luther hazard himself, to advance Justification by Faith in christ? It is a gross shame that sweet Truth should be lost in the language of any Innovators, who will have works to concur in Eodem genere cause, to share equally with Faith in the very act of justifying.
Many of our ancient Worthies, like Wisedomes Children, Matth. 11. 19. set themselves to justifie Wisedome; they have endevoured with much sweat, and many teares, yea, with their dearest lives, to settle the Churches Land-markes by evidence of Scripture Arguments, and to bound the Truth by Decrees of Councels; we must not prodigally dispossesse our selves of such a Treasure.
Many of our ancient Worthies, like Wisdoms Children, Matthew 11. 19. Set themselves to justify Wisdom; they have endeavoured with much sweat, and many tears, yea, with their dearest lives, to settle the Churches Landmarks by evidence of Scripture Arguments, and to bound the Truth by Decrees of Counsels; we must not prodigally dispossess our selves of such a Treasure.
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It concernes us rather to concurre with them, yea, to promote their beginnings with all our might, that we may have such Churches, such Officers, such election and ordination, such jurisdiction, such exercise of Church power,
It concerns us rather to concur with them, yea, to promote their beginnings with all our might, that we may have such Churches, such Officers, such election and ordination, such jurisdiction, such exercise of Church power,
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In that knowne place, so much abused by Papists, 1 Tim. 3. 15. The Church of Ephesus (this cannot be appropriated to the Church of Rome) is the pillar and ground of Truth.
In that known place, so much abused by Papists, 1 Tim. 3. 15. The Church of Ephesus (this cannot be appropriated to the Church of Room) is the pillar and ground of Truth.
This made the primitive Worthies so conscientiously zealous in the cause of Truth; and that not onely of many Truthes, but even of formes of speeches, of syllables, yea of Letters.
This made the primitive Worthies so conscientiously zealous in the cause of Truth; and that not only of many Truths, but even of forms of Speeches, of syllables, yea of Letters.
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The controversie whereupon the Greeke and Latine Churches broke, touching the proceeding of the Holy Ghost, depended upon two prepositions, NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET.
The controversy whereupon the Greek and Latin Churches broke, touching the proceeding of the Holy Ghost, depended upon two prepositions, and.
This makes the god of this world, the Devill, bestirre himselfe to blinde peoples mindes, Lest the Light of the glorious Gospell of Christ should shine into them:
This makes the god of this world, the devil, Bestir himself to blind peoples minds, Lest the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ should shine into them:
When men walke in the darke, They know not at what they stumble, Prov. 4. 19. They will stumble at Christ himselfe, at the strictnesse and purity of his wayes,
When men walk in the dark, They know not At what they Stumble, Curae 4. 19. They will Stumble At christ himself, At the strictness and purity of his ways,
See it at Athens, Act. 17. 22, 23. There they were fondly superstitious, where their Altar had this inscription, To the unknowne God. Aquinas attributes the inchoation of Idolatry it selfe, To the inordi•acy of our affection, and our Ignorance of the true God.
See it At Athens, Act. 17. 22, 23. There they were fondly superstitious, where their Altar had this inscription, To the unknown God. Aquinas attributes the inchoation of Idolatry it self, To the inordi•acy of our affection, and our Ignorance of the true God.
as having advantage of the soile, so much connaturallnesse to peoples corrupt hearts. The Popes Chaplaines need not take much pains to teach ignorant soules to be superstitious;
as having advantage of the soil, so much connaturallnesse to peoples corrupt hearts. The Popes Chaplains need not take much pains to teach ignorant Souls to be superstitious;
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If Orthodoxe Preachers of the Truth be but suspended, we shall soone have reason to complaine with that great man in the Councell of Lateran; Piety is almost sunke into Superstition.
If Orthodox Preachers of the Truth be but suspended, we shall soon have reason to complain with that great man in the Council of Lateran; Piety is almost sunk into Superstition.
The whole Tribe of Benjamin came to be extinguished, except about sixe hundred, onely for countenancing a few sonnes of Beliall in Gibeah, who had abused a Levites Wife, Judg. 19. and 20. chap. Christ was angry with some of the Churches, not onely for being active in evill,
The Whole Tribe of Benjamin Come to be extinguished, except about sixe hundred, only for countenancing a few Sons of Belial in Gibeah, who had abused a Levites Wife, Judges 19. and 20. chap. christ was angry with Some of the Churches, not only for being active in evil,
They make the word of God blasphemed, Tit. 3. 5. Such are described with blacke Characters by Jude verse 12, 13. These are spots in your feasts of Charity,
They make the word of God blasphemed, Tit. 3. 5. Such Are described with black Characters by U^de verse 12, 13. These Are spots in your feasts of Charity,
amongst the rest, an American Noble-man, being perswaded to embrace the Christian Religion, demanded, First, what place was ordained for such as were Baptized? Answer was made, Heaven, and its joyes.
among the rest, an American Nobleman, being persuaded to embrace the Christian Religion, demanded, First, what place was ordained for such as were Baptised? Answer was made, Heaven, and its Joys.
Thirdly, which of these places was allotted for the Spanyards, it was answered Heaven; whereupon he renounced his intended Baptisme, protesting he would rather goe to Hell with the unbaptized, then be in Heaven with the Spaniards. Many fall out implacably with the Truth,
Thirdly, which of these places was allotted for the Spanyards, it was answered Heaven; whereupon he renounced his intended Baptism, protesting he would rather go to Hell with the unbaptized, then be in Heaven with the Spanish. Many fallen out implacably with the Truth,
Secondly, Ignorant and vicious Ministers. Some even idoll Priests, like the Idols of the heathen, The worke of mens hands, they have mouthes but they speake not;
Secondly, Ignorant and vicious Ministers. some even idol Priests, like the Idols of the heathen, The work of men's hands, they have mouths but they speak not;
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135. 15, 16, 17, 18. And indeed it is too often true, like Priest, like People, Ier. 5. 31. Such a creature is not to be found in Christs catalogue, who gave some Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers.
135. 15, 16, 17, 18. And indeed it is too often true, like Priest, like People, Jeremiah 5. 31. Such a creature is not to be found in Christ catalogue, who gave Some Apostles, prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers.
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if not sometimes worse, as not barely with-holding, but corrupting and perverting Truth, like Elymas the Sorcerer, Act. 13. 10. Yea like Eli his Sonnes, 1 Sam. 2. 17. who made the Offerings of the Lord to be abhorred; their ungodly lives are often such confutations of their owne and other mens Sermons, that many thereby are hardned against the Truth, Ezek. 9. 6. the destroying Angell was to beginne at the Sanctuary,
if not sometime Worse, as not barely withholding, but corrupting and perverting Truth, like Elymas the Sorcerer, Act. 13. 10. Yea like Eli his Sons, 1 Sam. 2. 17. who made the Offerings of the Lord to be abhorred; their ungodly lives Are often such confutations of their own and other men's Sermons, that many thereby Are hardened against the Truth, Ezekiel 9. 6. the destroying Angel was to begin At the Sanctuary,
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There hath beene long expectation, as there is indeed great need, of a Parliament visitation; to finde out those Chapmen, who will sell Gods Truth, peoples soules, Church-purity with State-liberty,
There hath been long expectation, as there is indeed great need, of a Parliament Visitation; to find out those Chapmen, who will fell God's Truth, peoples Souls, Church-purity with State-liberty,
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How happy had it beene for the Church in England, if they who pretend to succeed Timothy, had walked by that rule which Paul commended to him, 1 Tim. 5. 22. Lay hands suddenly on no man? but alas!
How happy had it been for the Church in England, if they who pretend to succeed Timothy, had walked by that Rule which Paul commended to him, 1 Tim. 5. 22. Lay hands suddenly on no man? but alas!
many are aposcopi, rather then Episcopi, as Espencaeas, by-seers, rather then over-seers; hence such swarmes in the Church of backe-friends unto truth.
many Are aposcopi, rather then Bishops, as Espencaeas, by-seers, rather then Overseers; hence such swarms in the Church of Backfriends unto truth.
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The Lord knoweth how many are so farre from considering the concurring consent of judicious Christians (which was much valued in primitive times) that they neglect their trust for the good of others, and their own soules.
The Lord Knoweth how many Are so Far from considering the concurring consent of judicious Christians (which was much valued in primitive times) that they neglect their trust for the good of Others, and their own Souls.
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They will obtrude, too often, one of Jeroboams Priests, one of the lowest of the people, 1 Kings 13. 33. They would not chuse a Cooke to dresse their meate, that were like to poyson them;
They will obtrude, too often, one of Jeroboams Priests, one of the lowest of the people, 1 Kings 13. 33. They would not choose a Cook to dress their meat, that were like to poison them;
one stood up and said the Reformation must beginne at the Fryer Minorites; No, said the Emperour, Non à Minoritis, sed à Majoritis incipiendum est, Let Reformation reach Patron, and Prelate, as well as Minister and People.
one stood up and said the Reformation must begin At the Fryer Minorites; No, said the Emperor, Non à Minorities, sed à Majorities incipiendum est, Let Reformation reach Patron, and Prelate, as well as Minister and People.
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though your Bill against scandalons Ministers were ripened and executed, yet if the doore of admission into the Church, continue as large as now it is, the next age will swarme againe with the like Drones.
though your Bill against scandalous Ministers were ripened and executed, yet if the door of admission into the Church, continue as large as now it is, the next age will swarm again with the like Drones.
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let Patrons and others deny themselves, to raise a sufficient and certaine maintenance, at least open a vent to others Pietie and Charity, who will concurre with you, to afford oyle for burning and shining lampes, by reviving the hopeful designe of the Feoff•es, or what other wayes, your zealous wisdome shall suggest.
let Patrons and Others deny themselves, to raise a sufficient and certain maintenance, At least open a vent to Others Piety and Charity, who will concur with you, to afford oil for burning and shining lamps, by reviving the hopeful Design of the Feoff•es, or what other ways, your zealous Wisdom shall suggest.
A great Civilian telleth us how Churchmaintenance came to be appropriated to the Cloysters of Monkes, and how such lands as they held, in sundry Parishes, were freed from the payment of tithes to the Ministers thereof;
A great Civilian Telleth us how Church-maintenance Come to be appropriated to the Cloisters of Monks, and how such Lands as they held, in sundry Parishes, were freed from the payment of Tithes to the Ministers thereof;
namely, it sprang from this roote, they insinuated that Preaching was not so necessary for the salvation of mens soules, as their Praying, in their Religious Houses; Preaching, they said, breedeth Schisme, Disputes in Religion, &c. It lyeth as a blot upon them, That by their undervaluing Preaching, many Congregations were robbed of their Ministers maintenance, Let it be Your Honour, who have expressed such a high esteeme of Preaching, to endevour the re-endowing those places with such meanes,
namely, it sprang from this root, they insinuated that Preaching was not so necessary for the salvation of men's Souls, as their Praying, in their Religious Houses; Preaching, they said, breeds Schism, Disputes in Religion, etc. It lies as a blot upon them, That by their undervaluing Preaching, many Congregations were robbed of their Ministers maintenance, Let it be Your Honour, who have expressed such a high esteem of Preaching, to endeavour the re-endowing those places with such means,
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as may encourage faithfull witnesses unto the Truth. To awaken Your compassionate affection towards many persons and places, where truth is chaffered away;
as may encourage faithful Witnesses unto the Truth. To awaken Your compassionate affection towards many Persons and places, where truth is chaffered away;
these are twisted into the severall Statutes, as if they would put in a politicke caveat against after alterations, without shaking the very Foundation, which is now one of the great objections against Reformation.
these Are twisted into the several Statutes, as if they would put in a politic caveat against After alterations, without shaking the very Foundation, which is now one of the great objections against Reformation.
Yea, how much hath Truth suffered by the indulgence that Old Parliament Lawes have expressed to Non-residency, Pluralities, and Insufficiency of Ministers.
Yea, how much hath Truth suffered by the indulgence that Old Parliament Laws have expressed to Non-residency, Pluralities, and Insufficiency of Ministers.
yet now the very reason of such being altered, God forbid that truth should any longer be betrayed by an unwarrantable latitude. Oh pity your many thousands of expecting Petitioners, who have had many yeares of sad Sabbaths,
yet now the very reason of such being altered, God forbid that truth should any longer be betrayed by an unwarrantable latitude. O pity your many thousands of expecting Petitioners, who have had many Years of sad Sabbaths,
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You may heare their groanings in the words of the Prophet Jeremiah, chap. 8. 22. Is there no balme in Gilead? Is there no Physitian there? Why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered? What? cannot, will not, the Parliament heale us?
You may hear their groanings in the words of the Prophet Jeremiah, chap. 8. 22. Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered? What? cannot, will not, the Parliament heal us?
an image of jealousy, Baals Idoll, Ezek. 8. v. 5. then, a company of grave ancient men, every one in the Chamber of his Imagery, ver. 11, 12. the Jewish High-Commission, according to some, in those times deepely corrupted;
an image of jealousy, Baal's Idol, Ezekiel 8. v. 5. then, a company of grave ancient men, every one in the Chamber of his Imagery, ver. 11, 12. the Jewish Highcommission, according to Some, in those times deeply corrupted;
poore Women weeping for Tammuz, ver. 14. weeping for the death of Osiris, King of Egypt, and idolatrously adoring his image, which Isis his wife had advanced;
poor Women weeping for Tammuz, ver. 14. weeping for the death of Osiris, King of Egypt, and idolatrously adoring his image, which Isis his wife had advanced;
and worships towards the Sunne, ver. 16. Would it please you in your serious thoughts, to runne over this Church, this Kingdome, you might see in many places such objects, that Your eyes would much affect your hearts.
and worships towards the Sun, ver. 16. Would it please you in your serious thoughts, to run over this Church, this Kingdom, you might see in many places such objects, that Your eyes would much affect your hearts.
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and truth-betraying, as may stirre up your affection, and awaken your Parliament actions. First, Cast your compassionate eyes upon the Schooles of the Prophets, the Churches Nurseries.
and truth-betraying, as may stir up your affection, and awaken your Parliament actions. First, Cast your compassionate eyes upon the Schools of the prophets, the Churches Nurseries.
If no Chambers of imagery be there, yet are there not some Chappels, polluted rather then adorned with Images, Altars, and Crucifixes. If no worshipping of the Sunne there,
If no Chambers of imagery be there, yet Are there not Some Chapels, polluted rather then adorned with Images, Altars, and Crucifixes. If no worshipping of the Sun there,
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yet doe not too many pleade for, and practise, an ungrounded worshiping toward the East? It cannot be thought unnaturalnesse in a Sonne to represent the distempers of his Mother, to a Colledge of Physitians especially when the experience of the deepe infection, which some of your beloved Sonnes got there, of the corruption of judgements, prophanenesse and superstition of practise, which many of your Ministers brought thence, will witnesse the same, that Truth hath beene shamefully betrayed, by too many in the Universities.
yet do not too many plead for, and practise, an ungrounded worshipping towards the East? It cannot be Thought unnaturalness in a Son to represent the distempers of his Mother, to a College of Physicians especially when the experience of the deep infection, which Some of your Beloved Sons god there, of the corruption of Judgments, profaneness and Superstition of practice, which many of your Ministers brought thence, will witness the same, that Truth hath been shamefully betrayed, by too many in the Universities.
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All Friends to Truth had need pray that God would either remove or heale such as have poysoned the Schooles of the Prophets, the Fountaines of the Land. Our hopes are that God will put upon you (Noble Senators) the spirit of Elisha, and helpe you to cast into those waters, such salt, that the Waters be healed, that there be not from thence any more barrennesse, or causing to miscarry, 2 King. 2. 19, 20. In Exod. 15. 23, 24, 25. when the people were come to Marah, They could not drinke the waters,
All Friends to Truth had need pray that God would either remove or heal such as have poisoned the Schools of the prophets, the Fountains of the Land. Our hope's Are that God will put upon you (Noble Senators) the Spirit of Elisha, and help you to cast into those waters, such salt, that the Waters be healed, that there be not from thence any more Barrenness, or causing to miscarry, 2 King. 2. 19, 20. In Exod 15. 23, 24, 25. when the people were come to Marah, They could not drink the waters,
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for they were bitter, and murmured aga•nst Moses, saying, what shall we drinke? ver. 25. The Lord shewed him a tree, which when he had cast into the waters, the waters were made sweete, Plant,
for they were bitter, and murmured aga•nst Moses, saying, what shall we drink? ver. 25. The Lord showed him a tree, which when he had cast into the waters, the waters were made sweet, Plant,
and uphold wholesome Lectures, in the Pulpit, as well as in the Chaire, (A Service worthy of the Wisdome and Power of a Parliament.) Such Trees will sweeten the waters there,
and uphold wholesome Lectures, in the Pulpit, as well as in the Chair, (A Service worthy of the Wisdom and Power of a Parliament.) Such Trees will sweeten the waters there,
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How many living stones, yea how many Builders did famous Perkins hew, by Preaching a Lecture in Cambridge? many Children and Fathers begotten by his Ministery in a few yeares, to the great advancement of the Truth.
How many living stones, yea how many Builders did famous Perkins hew, by Preaching a Lecture in Cambridge? many Children and Father's begotten by his Ministry in a few Years, to the great advancement of the Truth.
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The strange Vestures and Gestures, Images, &c. in some of their Quires, intimating too much affinity with those Chambers of Imagery, in their abominations, mentioned Ezek. 8. 10, 11, 12. Former Reformations left such nettles growing there, that have since unhappily seeded many other Churches;
The strange Vestures and Gestures, Images, etc. in Some of their Quires, intimating too much affinity with those Chambers of Imagery, in their abominations, mentioned Ezekiel 8. 10, 11, 12. Former Reformations left such nettles growing there, that have since unhappily seeded many other Churches;
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They glory in being called the Mother Churches, but they have too often proved Stepdames to their Daughters, engrossing the maintenance, that should provide the word of Truth for their Soules.
They glory in being called the Mother Churches, but they have too often proved Stepdame's to their Daughters, engrossing the maintenance, that should provide the word of Truth for their Souls.
These are things with which the people are much delighted, and being taken up with these, they almost forget that doctrine which is so destructive to us.
These Are things with which the people Are much delighted, and being taken up with these, they almost forget that Doctrine which is so destructive to us.
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so let those that professe themselves Church-Reformers, when the Harvest is greatest, expresse the greatest care to send forth most faithfull Labourers for the Truth, Matth. 9. 36, 37. This were to resemble your Saviour.
so let those that profess themselves Church-Reformers, when the Harvest is greatest, express the greatest care to send forth most faithful Labourers for the Truth, Matthew 9. 36, 37. This were to resemble your Saviour.
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Truth is sold from amongst them, either by Soule-betraying-non-residents, Soule-poysoning-innovators, or Soule-pining-dry-nurses. In too many places the very Image of jealousie, the Idoll of the Masse is set up,
Truth is sold from among them, either by Soule-betraying-non-residents, Soule-poysoning-innovators, or Soule-pining-dry-nurses. In too many places the very Image of jealousy, the Idol of the Mass is Set up,
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120. 5. Doe not some of you inhabit the North parts, where you may complaine (in the word of Nicholas Clemang. pag. 15.) How many Priests came to their Benefices, not from the Schooles, and their study, but from the Ploughes, and servile Occupations, which could neither Reade, nor Understand Latine? Where in many miles, not a Minister that can NONLATINALPHABET,
120. 5. Do not Some of you inhabit the North parts, where you may complain (in the word of Nicholas Clemang. page. 15.) How many Priests Come to their Benefices, not from the Schools, and their study, but from the Ploughs, and servile Occupations, which could neither Read, nor Understand Latin? Where in many miles, not a Minister that can,
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and NONLATINALPHABET, Preach, and live, Sermons. I wish every Parliament-man had a map of the Soule-misery of the most of the Ten thousand Churches and Chappels in England;
and, Preach, and live, Sermons. I wish every Parliament man had a map of the Soule-misery of the most of the Ten thousand Churches and Chapels in England;
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Had I the favour to preferre a Petition unto You in the name of Universities, Chiefe Cities, Country Congregations, yea, the whole Kingdome, and were sure of a propitious eare from you, I would summe up all in this clause, in this one breath:
Had I the favour to prefer a Petition unto You in the name of Universities, Chief Cities, Country Congregations, yea, the Whole Kingdom, and were sure of a propitious ear from you, I would sum up all in this clause, in this one breath:
Improve Your Power to helpe forward the Word of Truth, that it may runne and be glorifyed. This would maintaine love and loyalty to our Soveraigne. Where hath he most hearty Prayers,
Improve Your Power to help forward the Word of Truth, that it may run and be glorified. This would maintain love and loyalty to our Sovereign. Where hath he most hearty Prayers,
but where Truth most prevailes? This would teach men to justifie the power, and comply with the Authority of Parliaments. Who have more undermined and maligned Parliaments,
but where Truth most prevails? This would teach men to justify the power, and comply with the authority of Parliaments. Who have more undermined and maligned Parliaments,
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This is the best way to make the Reformation thorow and lasting, because this would engage the peoples hearts. 2 Chron. 20. 32, 33. Jehosaphat did that which was right in the sight of the Lord;
This is the best Way to make the Reformation thorough and lasting, Because this would engage the peoples hearts. 2 Chronicles 20. 32, 33. Jehoshaphat did that which was right in the sighed of the Lord;
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First, Provide that every Congregation may have an able Trumpet of Truth. Secondly, Especially let great Townes, places of confluence, have Lectures, Markets of Truth.
First, Provide that every Congregation may have an able Trumpet of Truth. Secondly, Especially let great Towns, places of confluence, have Lectures, Markets of Truth.
Thirdly, Afford any faithfull Paul and Barnabas incouragement, yea, Power, if Sergius Paulus desire to heare the Word of God, to goe and Preach, though Elymas the Sorcerer should be unwilling;
Thirdly, Afford any faithful Paul and Barnabas encouragement, yea, Power, if Sergius Paulus desire to hear the Word of God, to go and Preach, though Elymas the Sorcerer should be unwilling;
Fourthly, What if there were some Evangelicall, Itinerant Preachers, sent abroad upon a publique stocke to enlighten darke Countries? Thus might you reape glorious fruits of all your Counsels, teares, prayers,
Fourthly, What if there were Some Evangelical, Itinerant Preachers, sent abroad upon a public stock to enlighten dark Countries? Thus might you reap glorious fruits of all your Counsels, tears, Prayers,
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I have endevoured, (though in much weaknesse) with words of Truth and sobernesse, to plead the cause of Truth. I must end as an importunate Sollicitor:
I have endeavoured, (though in much weakness) with words of Truth and soberness, to plead the cause of Truth. I must end as an importunate Solicitor:
I speake to your selfe-love, as you are Men; to your conscience, as you are Christians; to your Wisedome, as you are States-men; to your Honours, as you are Noble: Be alwayes buying, but never selling the Truth.
I speak to your Self-love, as you Are Men; to your conscience, as you Are Christians; to your Wisdom, as you Are Statesmen; to your Honours, as you Are Noble: Be always buying, but never selling the Truth.
God forbid that Rhehum the Chancellor and Shimshai the Scribe, should outstrip Zerubbabel; That Tobiah and Sanballat, should outbid Nehemiah in any cause of God.
God forbid that Rheum the Chancellor and Shimshai the Scribe, should outstrip Zerubbabel; That Tobiah and Sanballat, should outbid Nehemiah in any cause of God.
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and I will be his God, and he shall be my sonne, But the fearefull and unbeleeving shall have their part in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone.
and I will be his God, and he shall be my son, But the fearful and unbelieving shall have their part in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone.
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Read over the story of Francis Spira with trembling, who out of such feare betrayed the Truth. After he had gon to Venice to the Popes Legate, with whom, out of carnall feare, he complyed, craving pardon of him,
Read over the story of Francis Spira with trembling, who out of such Fear betrayed the Truth. After he had gone to Venice to the Popes Legate, with whom, out of carnal Fear, he complied, craving pardon of him,
It was a wretched carriage in Demetrius, and his fraternity, who out of love to their owne gaine, did combine and consult how they might undermine and betray the Truth.
It was a wretched carriage in Demetrius, and his fraternity, who out of love to their own gain, did combine and consult how they might undermine and betray the Truth.
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His Faith did so rightly enforme his Judgement, that he counted the Reproaches of Christ, (which seeme the bitterest thing in Christianity) greater riches then the treasures in Egypt, ver. 26. How much did he then preferre the Consolations, which come by Religion,
His Faith did so rightly inform his Judgement, that he counted the Reproaches of christ, (which seem the Bitterest thing in Christianity) greater riches then the treasures in Egypt, ver. 26. How much did he then prefer the Consolations, which come by Religion,
Most renowned was the zeale of King Edward the sixth for the Truth, when upon reasons of State he was pressed by Cranmer and Ridley, to give way to the Masse;
Most renowned was the zeal of King Edward the sixth for the Truth, when upon Reasons of State he was pressed by Cranmer and Ridley, to give Way to the Mass;
O that we could all observe the present breaches with the same affectons that Augustine did the differences betwixt Hierome and Ruffine. Woe is me that I cannot find you both together, I would fall downe at your feete, with much love and many teares I would beseech you for your selves,
Oh that we could all observe the present Breaches with the same affections that Augustine did the differences betwixt Jerome and Ruffian. Woe is me that I cannot find you both together, I would fallen down At your feet, with much love and many tears I would beseech you for your selves,
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and for one another, and for weake Christians for whom Christ dyed, that you suffer not these dissentions to spread, &c. But, in the meane time, we must not be such reconcilers,
and for one Another, and for weak Christians for whom christ died, that you suffer not these dissensions to spread, etc. But, in the mean time, we must not be such reconcilers,
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for the upholding the pompe of Prelacy, with no small disadvantage to the Truth; let us part with them, rather then sell any sparke of Truth for them. Never say they are ancient.
for the upholding the pomp of Prelacy, with no small disadvantage to the Truth; let us part with them, rather then fell any spark of Truth for them. Never say they Are ancient.
as you tread in good Hezekiahs steps, I doubt not but the Lord will Crowne your piety and paines with his Diadem, 2 Chron. 31. 20, 21. Thus did Hezekiah throughout all Judah, and wrought that which was good and right,
as you tread in good Hezekiah's steps, I doubt not but the Lord will Crown your piety and pains with his Diadem, 2 Chronicles 31. 20, 21. Thus did Hezekiah throughout all Judah, and wrought that which was good and right,
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Quot supererunt mixturae ex hominum ingenio prolatae, toridem extabunt pollutiones quae homines distrabant à certo eorum usu, quae Dominus in corum salutem instituerat. Calv. Ep. Prot. Angl. Totalis & adaequata regula est scriptura & traditio simul. Traditio parem habet autoritatem scripturae, Becan.
Quot supererunt mixturae ex hominum ingenio prolatae, toridem extabunt pollutiones Quae homines distrabant à certo Their usu, Quae Dominus in corum salutem instituerat. Calvin Epistle Prot. Angel Totalis & adaequata regula est Scripture & Tradition simul. Tradition Parem habet autoritatem Scriptures, Becan.
Fateor quidem moderation •ocum esse oportere, sed non mi•us constanter offirmo videndum esse ne sub illo praetextu toleretur q••cquam quod à Satanâ vel Antichristo prefectum sit. Calv. ep. Prot. Angl.
Fateor quidem moderation •ocum esse oportere, sed non mi•us Constanter offirmo videndum esse ne sub illo praetextu toleretur q••cquam quod à Satanâ vel Antichrist prefectum sit. Calvin Epistle. Prot. Angel
Hilarius contra Aux•ntium. Male vos parietum amor cepit; malè ecclesiam Dei in tectis aedificusque veneramini; malè sub his pacis nomen ingeatur; annè ambiguum est in iis Antichristum Sessurum?
Hilary contra Aux•ntium. Male vos parietum amor cepit; malè Church Dei in tectis aedificusque veneramini; malè sub his pacis Nome ingeatur; annè ambiguum est in iis Antichrist Sessurum?
Clem. Alexand. Licet Christus post caenam institue rit & suis Discipulis administraverit sub utraque specie panis et vini hoc venerabile Sacramentum; tamen hoc non obstante Sacrorum canonum autoritas, & approbata consuetudo Ecclesiae servavit & servat. Caranza sum. Concil. Sess. 13.
Clem. Alexander Licet Christus post caenam institue rit & suis Discipulis administraverit sub Utraque specie Paris et Wine hoc venerabile Sacramentum; tamen hoc non Obstacle Sacred Canons autoritas, & approbata consuetudo Ecclesiae servavit & Servant. Caranza sum. Council. Sess. 13.
Plebs ipsa maxime habet potestatem, vel eligendi dignos Sacerdotes, vel recusandi indignos: quod & ipsum videmus de divina autoritate descendere. Cyp. ep. 63
Plebs ipsa maxim habet potestatem, vel eligendi dignos Sacerdotes, vel recusandi indignos: quod & ipsum Videmus de Divine autoritate descendere. Cyprus Epistle. 63
