Salvation from sinne by Jesus Christ: or, The doctrine of sanctification (which is the greater part of our salvation) founded upon Christ, who is both the meritorious, and and efficient cause of sanctifying grace, purchasing it for, working & perfecting it in his people. Applied (as it was specially intended) for the better information of our judgements, and quickning of our affections in holiness, wherein our everlasting our everlasting happiness chiefly consisteth. / Preached in the weekly lecture at Evesham in the county of Worcester, by George Hopkins, M.A. minister of the Gospel there.
WHen I first seriously considered that saying of the Apostle concerning Christ, Heb. 2.16. Verily he took not on him the nature of Angels, but he took on him the seed of Abraham, I could not but much admire the work of God, in leaving Angels (the best of his creatures) to perish eternally for their Sinne:
WHen I First seriously considered that saying of the Apostle Concerning christ, Hebrew 2.16. Verily he took not on him the nature of Angels, but he took on him the seed of Abraham, I could not but much admire the work of God, in leaving Angels (the best of his creatures) to perish eternally for their Sin:
and all mankinde was lost in Adam, and God therefore saves a remnant of Adams posterity, that he might have of both sorts, to wit, Angels and Men, eternally to serve and praise him;
and all mankind was lost in Adam, and God Therefore saves a remnant of Adams posterity, that he might have of both sorts, to wit, Angels and Men, eternally to serve and praise him;
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To which may be further added, that Angels being more excellent, capable, able, agile creatures, the fallen Angels, being legions of them, would have been able to doe God more service, had they been restored,
To which may be further added, that Angels being more excellent, capable, able, agile creatures, the fallen Angels, being legions of them, would have been able to do God more service, had they been restored,
Which divides it self into two generall parts, 1. A Genealogy of Christ, from the beginning of the Chapter, to ver. 18. 2. The History of his Nativity, from thence to the end of the Chapter.
Which divides it self into two general parts, 1. A Genealogy of christ, from the beginning of the Chapter, to for. 18. 2. The History of his Nativity, from thence to the end of the Chapter.
4. Gods timely prevention [ feare not to take unto thee Mary thy Wife, &c. ver. 20. ] In which yet more particularly consider how God teacheth Joseph: 1. By whom Mary had conceived, viz. By the Holy Ghost.
4. God's timely prevention [ Fear not to take unto thee Marry thy Wife, etc. for. 20. ] In which yet more particularly Consider how God Teaches Joseph: 1. By whom Marry had conceived, viz. By the Holy Ghost.
consider 1. The Efficient Cause, or person saving [ Jesus. ] 2. The Subject, or person saved, [ his people. ] 3. The evill, from which, [ from their sins. ]
Consider 1. The Efficient Cause, or person Saving [ jesus. ] 2. The Subject, or person saved, [ his people. ] 3. The evil, from which, [ from their Sins. ]
1. The person saving is called NONLATINALPHABET, from the Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET, a Saviour, from the Hebrew root, NONLATINALPHABET, which signifies, to save. The reason of the name then, is from the nature of the worke he takes in hand.
1. The person Saving is called, from the Hebrew word, a Saviour, from the Hebrew root,, which signifies, to save. The reason of the name then, is from the nature of the work he Takes in hand.
2. By his people, which are the persons saved, we understand not the nation of the Jews adaequately, as if they all, and onely they were his people here spoken of.
2. By his people, which Are the Persons saved, we understand not the Nation of the jews adequately, as if they all, and only they were his people Here spoken of.
They were indeed his people, 1. by nation and his naturall relation, as man, unto them, himselfe being of the seed of Abraham, as appeares in his Genealogy.
They were indeed his people, 1. by Nation and his natural Relation, as man, unto them, himself being of the seed of Abraham, as appears in his Genealogy.
Joh. 1.11 Therefore by his people, the nation of the Jewes is not here understood. 2. Neither by his people doe we understand all Mankinde, as some would have it.
John 1.11 Therefore by his people, the Nation of the Jews is not Here understood. 2. Neither by his people do we understand all Mankind, as Some would have it.
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3. By his people (therefore) we understand those that are his by donation, those that were given him by the Father, Joh. 6.37. All that the Father giveth me shall come unto me.
3. By his people (Therefore) we understand those that Are his by donation, those that were given him by the Father, John 6.37. All that the Father gives me shall come unto me.
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and this the reason, why Christ should be named Jesus, so doubtlesse this is that, that Christ primarily and chiefly intended to save his people from their sins, even from sin it selfe, at which I mainely aim in this Discourse. Whence observe,
and this the reason, why christ should be nam jesus, so doubtless this is that, that christ primarily and chiefly intended to save his people from their Sins, even from since it self, At which I mainly aim in this Discourse. Whence observe,
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and this is the Master-piece of what Christ our Saviour hath undertaken for us. 5. By Salvation from sin I doe not understand a bare removall of corrupt qualities,
and this is the Masterpiece of what christ our Saviour hath undertaken for us. 5. By Salvation from since I do not understand a bore removal of corrupt qualities,
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And the privation of morall good in man is a sin, as well as the position of morall evill, and in this latitude the Apostle defines sin in that one word NONLATINALPHABET, the transgression of the Law, 1 Job. 3.4.
And the privation of moral good in man is a since, as well as the position of moral evil, and in this latitude the Apostle defines since in that one word, the Transgression of the Law, 1 Job. 3.4.
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There are divers Scriptures that speak to our purpose, amongst many take these few. First, heare what Christs harbinger speakes, yea, see how he points him out, Joh. 1.29. Behold the Lamb of God which taketh away the sins of the World.
There Are diverse Scriptures that speak to our purpose, among many take these few. First, hear what Christ harbinger speaks, yea, see how he points him out, John 1.29. Behold the Lamb of God which Takes away the Sins of the World.
And Iohn saith, that he was manifested to take away our sins, 1. Joh. 3.5. And the blood of Jesus Christ cleanseth us from all sin, 1 Joh. 1.7. that he loved and washed us from our sins in his owne blood. Rev. 1.5.
And John Says, that he was manifested to take away our Sins, 1. John 3.5. And the blood of jesus christ Cleanseth us from all since, 1 John 1.7. that he loved and washed us from our Sins in his own blood. Rev. 1.5.
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thus likewise in his Epistle to Titus c. 2. pressing the duties of severall ages, sexes and orders of people to ver. 11 useth this with other weighty arguments, that Christ gave himselfe for us, that he might redeem us from all Iniquity,
thus likewise in his Epistle to Titus c. 2. pressing the duties of several ages, sexes and order of people to for. 11 uses this with other weighty Arguments, that christ gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all Iniquity,
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Thus also Peter, exhorting the elect to be active in the wayes of holinesse, not fashioning themselves to their former lusts, 1. Pet 1. from ver. 10. to v. 18. useth this,
Thus also Peter, exhorting the elect to be active in the ways of holiness, not fashioning themselves to their former Lustiest, 1. Pet 1. from for. 10. to v. 18. uses this,
or chief work of Christ, wherein God is most glorified, will need little proof, for that must needs be the greatest work, that most effectually atteineth the highest end:
or chief work of christ, wherein God is most glorified, will need little proof, for that must needs be the greatest work, that most effectually atteineth the highest end:
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And what end higher, than the glory of God, which was the supreme end of all Christs undertakings? Joh. 17.4. That God is most glorified in the saving his people from their sins is manifest by its contrary, God is most (yea onely) dishonoured by the sinnes, and not all by the sufferings of his people.
And what end higher, than the glory of God, which was the supreme end of all Christ undertakings? John 17.4. That God is most glorified in the Saving his people from their Sins is manifest by its contrary, God is most (yea only) dishonoured by the Sins, and not all by the sufferings of his people.
Gods people by their holinesse glorifie him, and he is much honoured in the midst of their sufferings, whereas Sin dishonours him in the midst of ease and abundance of mercies: Gods honour Will well agree with the sufferings of his people;
God's people by their holiness Glorify him, and he is much honoured in the midst of their sufferings, whereas since dishonours him in the midst of ease and abundance of Mercies: God's honour Will well agree with the sufferings of his people;
Job 1.20, 21. yea, God is so much honoured, that he makes his boast against Satan of his Servant Job, cap. 2, 3. And the Lord said unto Satan, hast thou considered my Servant Job, that there is none like him in the Earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evill;
Job 1.20, 21. yea, God is so much honoured, that he makes his boast against Satan of his Servant Job, cap. 2, 3. And the Lord said unto Satan, hast thou considered my Servant Job, that there is none like him in the Earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that fears God, and escheweth evil;
Thus when David had foulely offended, saith the Lord by his Prophet, Thou hast given great occasion to the Enemies of the Lord to blaspheme. 2 Sam. 12.14. The crimes of Professors are ever the most scandalous;
Thus when David had foully offended, Says the Lord by his Prophet, Thou hast given great occasion to the Enemies of the Lord to Blaspheme. 2 Sam. 12.14. The crimes of Professors Are ever the most scandalous;
yea, the sins of Gods dearest children, are most offensive to God himselfe, because they are also committed against the greatest mercy, and loving kindness.
yea, the Sins of God's dearest children, Are most offensive to God himself, Because they Are also committed against the greatest mercy, and loving kindness.
for that all have sinned, Rom. 5 12. And the wages of sin is death, saith Paul, Rom. 6.23. Death temporall, with all the evills of life, as sicknesse, wounds sorrowes, and whatsoever else tendeth to Death; and Death eternall.
for that all have sinned, Rom. 5 12. And the wages of since is death, Says Paul, Rom. 6.23. Death temporal, with all the evils of life, as sickness, wounds sorrows, and whatsoever Else tendeth to Death; and Death Eternal.
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All the horrour of hell is the fruit of sin; the foundations of Hell are laid upon sinne: Hell the (worst of torments) was built meerly for sinners, therefore sin must be the worst of evills. And,
All the horror of hell is the fruit of since; the foundations of Hell Are laid upon sin: Hell the (worst of torments) was built merely for Sinners, Therefore sin must be the worst of evils. And,
And the saving mercy that he sheweth his love in, is opposed to hardning in sinne, rather than damning for sinne, Rom. 9.18. He will have mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardneth.
And the Saving mercy that he shows his love in, is opposed to hardening in sin, rather than damning for sin, Rom. 9.18. He will have mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he Hardeneth.
It is sinne onely, that separates between God and the Soule, this is the onely partition wall. Isa. 59.2. Your iniquities have separated between you, and your God, and your sinnes have hid his face from you.
It is sin only, that separates between God and the Soul, this is the only partition wall. Isaiah 59.2. Your iniquities have separated between you, and your God, and your Sins have hid his face from you.
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3. Sinne is the greatest evill, because of all things it is most displeasing to God (the chiefest good) yea, there is nothing displeasing to God but sinne, (primarily) and this is an abomination to him,
3. Sin is the greatest evil, Because of all things it is most displeasing to God (the chiefest good) yea, there is nothing displeasing to God but sin, (primarily) and this is an abomination to him,
And the Lord said unto him, goe through the midst of the City, through the midst of Jerusalem, and set a marke upon the foreheads of the men, that sigh,
And the Lord said unto him, go through the midst of the city, through the midst of Jerusalem, and Set a mark upon the foreheads of the men, that sighs,
As by being saved from sinne, Man is delivered from the greatest evill; so, thereby he is restored to the chiefest, and choicest good , the image of God,
As by being saved from sin, Man is Delivered from the greatest evil; so, thereby he is restored to the chiefest, and Choicest good, the image of God,
and the fruition of him to all eternity? Now, righteousnesse and holinesse are Gods Image, and therefore the new man is said to be created, NONLATINALPHABET, after God, that is, after the Image of God, in righteousness & true holiness, Eph. 4.2.
and the fruition of him to all eternity? Now, righteousness and holiness Are God's Image, and Therefore the new man is said to be created,, After God, that is, After the Image of God, in righteousness & true holiness, Ephesians 4.2.
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And the new man is expresly said to be renewed in knowledge (which we must understand of sanctified knowledge) after the Image of him that created him, Col. 3.10.
And the new man is expressly said to be renewed in knowledge (which we must understand of sanctified knowledge) After the Image of him that created him, Col. 3.10.
And by this we are made capable of the eternal inheritance of the Saints in life. Col. 1.12. Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance with the Saints in light.
And by this we Are made capable of the Eternal inheritance of the Saints in life. Col. 1.12. Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance with the Saints in Light.
if they might have been admitted into his presence without Benjamines being there, and therefore his company was a meere condition. But when the Psalmist saith, Psal. 119.18.
if they might have been admitted into his presence without Benjamines being there, and Therefore his company was a mere condition. But when the Psalmist Says, Psalm 119.18.
Yea, if you will but acknowledge, that the great worke of Christ in the Salvation of his people consisteth in his bringing them to glory (which none that is a Christian can deny) our argument will be strong enough.
Yea, if you will but acknowledge, that the great work of christ in the Salvation of his people Consisteth in his bringing them to glory (which none that is a Christian can deny) our argument will be strong enough.
Here then grace is called glory. For grace and glory differ not specifically , but gradually; and therefore are the same essentially. Davenant calls Grace, aetas infantilis gloriae, the infant age of glory.
Here then grace is called glory. For grace and glory differ not specifically, but gradually; and Therefore Are the same essentially. Davenant calls Grace, Aetas infantilis Glory, the infant age of glory.
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consisting both of the same essentiall, and integrall parts. But the difference is in growth: so the glorified in Heaven are the same, that were the sanctified on Earth;
consisting both of the same essential, and integral parts. But the difference is in growth: so the glorified in Heaven Are the same, that were the sanctified on Earth;
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here they were regenerated, and born againe, and as new-born babes fed upon the sincere milke of the word, sucking and being satisfied with the breasts of consolations:
Here they were regenerated, and born again, and as newborn babes fed upon the sincere milk of the word, sucking and being satisfied with the breasts of consolations:
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Because this argument may probably be the most taking with those, that wait, and rejoyce in the hope of glory, I shall insist the more largely upon it,
Because this argument may probably be the most taking with those, that wait, and rejoice in the hope of glory, I shall insist the more largely upon it,
and more particularly consider, wherein Heavens glory consisteth. Paul tells us, Rom. 14.17. The Kingdome of God is righteousnesse, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
and more particularly Consider, wherein Heavens glory Consisteth. Paul tells us, Rom. 14.17. The Kingdom of God is righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
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He speaks indeed of the Kingdome of grace, but glory being the same in kinde, we may take a view of it, (as we are able) according to these particulars.
He speaks indeed of the Kingdom of grace, but glory being the same in kind, we may take a view of it, (as we Are able) according to these particulars.
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1. Righteousnesse, which is the first part of glory mentioned, hath different acceptions, and therefore we must give you a distinction by the way, 1. Righteousnesse is sometimes taken in a strict, and narrow sence, and is distinguished from holinesse: holinesse being a conformity to the first table of the Law,
1. Righteousness, which is the First part of glory mentioned, hath different acceptions, and Therefore we must give you a distinction by the Way, 1. Righteousness is sometime taken in a strict, and narrow sense, and is distinguished from holiness: holiness being a conformity to the First table of the Law,
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and righteousnesse to the second; holinesse having respect to God, and righteousnesse to man (immediately) and in this sense we take it in such texts of Scripture, where holinesse and righteousnesse are both expressed, as Luk. 1.75. 2. Righteousnesse is sometimes taken more largely, and promiscuously, or convertibly with holinesse.
and righteousness to the second; holiness having respect to God, and righteousness to man (immediately) and in this sense we take it in such texts of Scripture, where holiness and righteousness Are both expressed, as Luk. 1.75. 2. Righteousness is sometime taken more largely, and promiscuously, or convertibly with holiness.
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And in this latitude, righteousnesse, or holinesse is our conformity to the whole will of God, here sincerely, hereafter perfectly. That grace and glory in this agree, I know will be easily granted;
And in this latitude, righteousness, or holiness is our conformity to the Whole will of God, Here sincerely, hereafter perfectly. That grace and glory in this agree, I know will be Easily granted;
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1. with God, 2. with our own Consciences, 3. with Saints and Angels. 1. Peace with God is two-fold, 1. Procured, 2. Continued. 1. Peace with God procured is (I confesse) from a work wrought without us, to wit, the satisfaction of Christ on our behalfe according to what the Law required,
1. with God, 2. with our own Consciences, 3. with Saints and Angels. 1. Peace with God is twofold, 1. Procured, 2. Continued. 1. Peace with God procured is (I confess) from a work wrought without us, to wit, the satisfaction of christ on our behalf according to what the Law required,
or qualification of the person, that shall enter into peace, as the Prophet phraseth it, Isa. 57.2. The righteous is taken away from the evil to come, he shall enter into peace; 1 Cor. 6.9.
or qualification of the person, that shall enter into peace, as the Prophet Phraseth it, Isaiah 57.2. The righteous is taken away from the evil to come, he shall enter into peace; 1 Cor. 6.9.
yea, it were a contradiction to think otherwise For to have Conscience, accusing for doing well, were a sinfull error of Conscience, and contrary to perfect holinesse.
yea, it were a contradiction to think otherwise For to have Conscience, accusing for doing well, were a sinful error of Conscience, and contrary to perfect holiness.
Conscience is a Judge, and to clear the guilty, and condemn the innocent, is an abomination to the Lord, Prov. 17.15. and how can holinesse be perfect, unlesse Conscience be perfect also.
Conscience is a Judge, and to clear the guilty, and condemn the innocent, is an abomination to the Lord, Curae 17.15. and how can holiness be perfect, unless Conscience be perfect also.
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Doth not Conscience belong to the practicall understanding? and if this be perfected, is not the perfection of Conscience included in it? Or if you will make Conscience to be a distinct faculty of the Soul, it matters not (in this case) so that we make it any thing belonging to the Soul;
Does not Conscience belong to the practical understanding? and if this be perfected, is not the perfection of Conscience included in it? Or if you will make Conscience to be a distinct faculty of the Soul, it matters not (in this case) so that we make it any thing belonging to the Soul;
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And our joy here is therefore sinfully imperfect, because we fixe it upon creature-comforts, which are not perfect: But God, who is perfectly good, is to be the onely object of our joy,
And our joy Here is Therefore sinfully imperfect, Because we fix it upon Creature comforts, which Are not perfect: But God, who is perfectly good, is to be the only Object of our joy,
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because (though it be fixed upon God, yet) it is but imperfectly exercised. Thus in both these respects our joy here is sinfully, as well as naturally defective.
Because (though it be fixed upon God, yet) it is but imperfectly exercised. Thus in both these respects our joy Here is sinfully, as well as naturally defective.
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What is this part of our happinesse (then) but a most necessary part of our perfect holinesse? And in all these we see, that perfect Holinesse is Heavens happinesse.
What is this part of our happiness (then) but a most necessary part of our perfect holiness? And in all these we see, that perfect Holiness is Heavens happiness.
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Another argument proving the great work of Christ our Saviour to be the saving of his people from their sins, may be drawn from the main scope and current of Scripture.
another argument proving the great work of christ our Saviour to be the Saving of his people from their Sins, may be drawn from the main scope and current of Scripture.
but also because Christ is the subject, whereof Scripture chiefly treats. Joh. 5.39. Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think to have eternall life, and they are they that testifie of me, saith Christ.
but also Because christ is the Subject, whereof Scripture chiefly treats. John 5.39. Search the Scriptures, for in them you think to have Eternal life, and they Are they that testify of me, Says christ.
and the New Testament is called the Gospel, or joyfull message of Jesus Christ, because therein is brought unto us news of our salvation by Christ; yea the will of Christ revealed in his Word, being the instrument,
and the New Testament is called the Gospel, or joyful message of jesus christ, Because therein is brought unto us news of our salvation by christ; yea the will of christ revealed in his Word, being the Instrument,
2. Examples of godly men in the wayes of holinesse, and of the blessing of God upon them in their wayes, that we may be excited to tread in their steps.
2. Examples of godly men in the ways of holiness, and of the blessing of God upon them in their ways, that we may be excited to tread in their steps.
And thus we see, that the Scripture, which is the Word of life, and salvation by Christ, is the doctrine of holinesse, leading us all along in the wayes of Sanctification.
And thus we see, that the Scripture, which is the Word of life, and salvation by christ, is the Doctrine of holiness, leading us all along in the ways of Sanctification.
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And are we not said to be saved and delivered by Christ out of the hand of our enemies? Luk. 1.71, 74. How then is the great work of Christ the saving of his people from sin it selfe?
And Are we not said to be saved and Delivered by christ out of the hand of our enemies? Luk. 1.71, 74. How then is the great work of christ the Saving of his people from since it self?
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Is not our own corrupt flesh the worst enemy we have? Is not that one Enemy within us worse than all our Enemies without us? What hurt could all the rest doe, were it not for our own in-bred corruption? Satan and the world were as great,
Is not our own corrupt Flesh the worst enemy we have? Is not that one Enemy within us Worse than all our Enemies without us? What hurt could all the rest do, were it not for our own inbred corruption? Satan and the world were as great,
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Thou art in the gall of bitternesse, and bond of iniquity, said Peter to Simon Magus, Act. 8.23. The Devils snares are baited with alluring temptations to sin, and those that resist the temptation, escape the snare.
Thou art in the Gall of bitterness, and bound of iniquity, said Peter to Simon Magus, Act. 8.23. The Devils snares Are baited with alluring temptations to since, and those that resist the temptation, escape the snare.
And although by reason of our corruption we are lyable to be tormented by Satan; and Satan, as Gods Executioner, hath committed unto him the power of death, Heb. 2.14. yet that power, whereby he leads us captive into sin, at his will, is far worse.
And although by reason of our corruption we Are liable to be tormented by Satan; and Satan, as God's Executioner, hath committed unto him the power of death, Hebrew 2.14. yet that power, whereby he leads us captive into since, At his will, is Far Worse.
3. It is said in the fore-mentioned Text, Luk. 1.74, 75. that we are delivered out of the hands of our enemies, that we might serve the Lord in holiness and righteousness.
3. It is said in the forementioned Text, Luk. 1.74, 75. that we Are Delivered out of the hands of our enemies, that we might serve the Lord in holiness and righteousness.
and his Master, desirous of his service, ransometh, and enlargeth him: the servants enlargement is first procured, but his Masters service is chiefly intended.
and his Master, desirous of his service, ransometh, and enlarges him: the Servants enlargement is First procured, but his Masters service is chiefly intended.
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Having thus by Scripture and Argument proved, That the great work of Christ is the saving his people from their sins, I shall in the next place shew you,
Having thus by Scripture and Argument proved, That the great work of christ is the Saving his people from their Sins, I shall in the next place show you,
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CHAP. II. CHRIST saves his people from their sins, 1. As the meritorious cause, purchasing Sanctification for them. 2. As the Efficient cause, working sanctifying grace in them.
CHAP. II CHRIST saves his people from their Sins, 1. As the meritorious cause, purchasing Sanctification for them. 2. As the Efficient cause, working sanctifying grace in them.
Thus saith the Prophet Isa. 53. 10, 11. When thou shalt make his soule an offering for Sinne, he shall see his seed, he shall prolong his dayes, he shall see the travails of his soule, NONLATINALPHABET he shall see seed: so 'tis in the Hebrew;
Thus Says the Prophet Isaiah 53. 10, 11. When thou shalt make his soul an offering for Sin, he shall see his seed, he shall prolong his days, he shall see the travails of his soul, he shall see seed: so it's in the Hebrew;
But a plentifull increase of spirituall seed is here understood, to which that of our Saviour Christ may allude, Io. 12.24. Except Corn, or Wheat, fall and dye, it abideth alone;
But a plentiful increase of spiritual seed is Here understood, to which that of our Saviour christ may allude, Io. 12.24. Except Corn, or Wheat, fallen and die, it Abideth alone;
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As saith Christ himselfe, Iohn 14.19. — Because I live, ye shall live also. And saith Paul, Col. 3 3. Our life is hid with Christ, as the fountain, or root. And Gal. 2.20. I am crucified with Christ, neverthelesse I live, yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.
As Says christ himself, John 14.19. — Because I live, you shall live also. And Says Paul, Col. 3 3. Our life is hid with christ, as the fountain, or root. And Gal. 2.20. I am Crucified with christ, nevertheless I live, yet not I, but christ lives in me.
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But as a woman in travaile, that hath sorrow, because her houre is come, but as soon as she is delivered of the Child, she remembreth no more the anguish,
But as a woman in travail, that hath sorrow, Because her hour is come, but as soon as she is Delivered of the Child, she Remember no more the anguish,
and for uncleannesse that they may be purified therein. This is signified in baptism under the Gospell, Titus. 3.5. Which is called the laver of regeneration: For as the washing of water puts away the filthinesse of the flesh, so the blood of Jesus Christ cleanseth us from all sin, 1 Joh. 1.7.
and for uncleanness that they may be purified therein. This is signified in Baptism under the Gospel, Titus. 3.5. Which is called the laver of regeneration: For as the washing of water puts away the filthiness of the Flesh, so the blood of jesus christ Cleanseth us from all since, 1 John 1.7.
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How much more shall the blood of Christ (who through the eternall spirit, offered himselfe without spot to God) purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God.
How much more shall the blood of christ (who through the Eternal Spirit, offered himself without spot to God) purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God.
and therefore the Sacrifice of Christ must take place, according to Scripture, which saith, Lo I come to doe thy will O God, — by which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.
and Therefore the Sacrifice of christ must take place, according to Scripture, which Says, Lo I come to do thy will Oh God, — by which will we Are sanctified through the offering of the body of jesus christ once for all.
And ver. 14. by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified, according to the tenour of the new Covenant, wherein, saith the Lord, I will put my Lawes into their hearts,
And ver. 14. by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that Are sanctified, according to the tenor of the new Covenant, wherein, Says the Lord, I will put my Laws into their hearts,
Multitudes of texts to this purpose might be quoted, as those, that are produced to confirme the Doctrine, which I will not stand to repeate, and many others.
Multitudes of texts to this purpose might be quoted, as those, that Are produced to confirm the Doctrine, which I will not stand to repeat, and many Others.
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For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him amen, unto the glory of God by us, 2 Cor. 1.20. Christ saves his people as the Efficient cause, working Sanctifying grace in them.
For all the promises of God in him Are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us, 2 Cor. 1.20. christ saves his people as the Efficient cause, working Sanctifying grace in them.
And he is 1. The Procreating. 2. The Conserving. 3. The Perfecting cause of it. For in, and by him, Grace is begun, continued, increased, and perfected.
And he is 1. The Procreating. 2. The Conserving. 3. The Perfecting cause of it. For in, and by him, Grace is begun, continued, increased, and perfected.
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Christ is the procreting, or principall efficient cause of Sanctification. He is therefore said to be made unto us of God-Sanctification. 1 Cor. 2.30. Heb. 2.11.
christ is the procreting, or principal efficient cause of Sanctification. He is Therefore said to be made unto us of God-Sanctification. 1 Cor. 2.30. Hebrew 2.11.
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It pleased the Father, that in him should all fulnesse dwell, Col. 1.19. And in him are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, Col. 2.3. Hid, not from, but for his people, for saith John, c. 1.16. of his fulnesse we all receive, and grace for grace.
It pleased the Father, that in him should all fullness dwell, Col. 1.19. And in him Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge, Col. 2.3. Hid, not from, but for his people, for Says John, c. 1.16. of his fullness we all receive, and grace for grace.
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Christs sanctifying work consists of two parts. 1. The rooting out of sinne. 2. The implanting of Grace, Sinne is called the old man, the flesh, the body of sinne, and our old man is said to be crucified with Christ, that the body of sinne might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sinne, Rom. 6.6.
Christ sanctifying work consists of two parts. 1. The rooting out of sin. 2. The implanting of Grace, Sin is called the old man, the Flesh, the body of sin, and our old man is said to be Crucified with christ, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin, Rom. 6.6.
And they that are Christs are said to have crucified the Flesh with the Affections, and Lusts, Gal. 5.24. Grace is called the new man, Eph. 4.24. the new creature, Gal. 6.15. the first resurrection, Rev. 20.6. and the faithfull are risen with Christ, Col. 3.1.
And they that Are Christ Are said to have Crucified the Flesh with the Affections, and Lustiest, Gal. 5.24. Grace is called the new man, Ephesians 4.24. the new creature, Gal. 6.15. the First resurrection, Rev. 20.6. and the faithful Are risen with christ, Col. 3.1.
and Resurrection, makes them therein conformable to himselfe. Thus saith Paul, Phil. 3.10. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship (or communion) of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death.
and Resurrection, makes them therein conformable to himself. Thus Says Paul, Philip 3.10. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship (or communion) of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death.
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Obj. Is not the holy Ghost our Sanctifier, as Christ is our Redeemer, and the Father our Creator in a speciall manner? Why then doe you attribute that to Christ, as the speciall Efficient, which belongs to the Holy Ghost?
Object Is not the holy Ghost our Sanctifier, as christ is our Redeemer, and the Father our Creator in a special manner? Why then do you attribute that to christ, as the special Efficient, which belongs to the Holy Ghost?
thus God the Father created, Eph. 3.9. The Son created, John 1.3. All things were made by him, and without him was not any thing made, that was made.
thus God the Father created, Ephesians 3.9. The Son created, John 1.3. All things were made by him, and without him was not any thing made, that was made.
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And the Holy Ghost created, Gen. 1.2. So in this new creation the Father sanctifies, therefore Christ prayes, Joh. 17.17. Sanctifie them with thy truth.
And the Holy Ghost created, Gen. 1.2. So in this new creation the Father Sanctifies, Therefore christ prays, John 17.17. Sanctify them with thy truth.
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The Son sanctifies, as hath been already proved at large. And the Holy Ghost sanctifies, Rom. 1.4. Divines joyne them all togegether thus, God the Father sanctifies us in Christ, by the Holy Ghost.
The Son Sanctifies, as hath been already proved At large. And the Holy Ghost Sanctifies, Rom. 1.4. Divines join them all together thus, God the Father Sanctifies us in christ, by the Holy Ghost.
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when God said, Let us make man after our owne image, Gen. 1.26. Where note by the way, that in this work, though the three persons are all imployed, they are not subordinate causes, nor three co-ordinate causes, concurring to the same effect;
when God said, Let us make man After our own image, Gen. 1.26. Where note by the Way, that in this work, though the three Persons Are all employed, they Are not subordinate Causes, nor three coordinate Causes, concurring to the same Effect;
but one cause. For although there be a mysterious distinction of the persons, yet by reason of the Unity of the Essence , there is a Unity of the Divine attributes, and operations.
but one cause. For although there be a mysterious distinction of the Persons, yet by reason of the Unity of the Essence, there is a Unity of the Divine attributes, and operations.
and the same Divine power, by which they worke. This mysterie may be intimated in that Hebrew Idiotism, Gen. 1.1. NONLATINALPHABET, where a verb singular is joyned with a noune plurall, signifying the unity of causality, & action, as well as of Essence and Nature in the three persons.
and the same Divine power, by which they work. This mystery may be intimated in that Hebrew Idiotism, Gen. 1.1., where a verb singular is joined with a noun plural, signifying the unity of causality, & actium, as well as of Essence and Nature in the three Persons.
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Though the Holy Ghost is specially called our Sanctifier, because he doth immediately sanctifie, yet may the worke be eminently attributed to Christ, 1. Because the Holy Ghost (the sanctifying spirit) is given by Christ to his people, Mat. 3.11. He shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire, which is of a purifying nature, John 15.26.
Though the Holy Ghost is specially called our Sanctifier, Because he does immediately sanctify, yet may the work be eminently attributed to christ, 1. Because the Holy Ghost (the sanctifying Spirit) is given by christ to his people, Mathew 3.11. He shall baptise you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire, which is of a purifying nature, John 15.26.
When the Comforter is come, whom I will send you from the Father, even the spirit of truth, &c. Ch. 16, 17. If I goe not away, the Comforter will not come unto you,
When the Comforter is come, whom I will send you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, etc. Christ 16, 17. If I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you,
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As God at first by his power made all things of nothing, and since maintaines them in their being by his providence, having their continued being from him, who gave them their first being;
As God At First by his power made all things of nothing, and since maintains them in their being by his providence, having their continued being from him, who gave them their First being;
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and we are no more able to live the life of Grace, or performe any gracious worke without his conserving, co-operating, and assisting grace, than we are able to live, walk,
and we Are no more able to live the life of Grace, or perform any gracious work without his conserving, cooperating, and assisting grace, than we Are able to live, walk,
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Christ is to the Soule, as the Soule is to the Body, when Saint Paul saith, Gal. 2.20. I am crucified with Christ, yet neverthelesse I live, (he doth with an Epanorthosis correct himselfe thus) yet not I, but Christ liveth in me:
christ is to the Soul, as the Soul is to the Body, when Saint Paul Says, Gal. 2.20. I am Crucified with christ, yet nevertheless I live, (he does with an Epanorthosis correct himself thus) yet not I, but christ lives in me:
So saith Christ, NONLATINALPHABET severed from me NONLATINALPHABET, ye can doe nothing. There are in the Greek two negatives, which deny the more vehemently,
So Says christ, severed from me, the can do nothing. There Are in the Greek two negatives, which deny the more vehemently,
As then, in the naturall body, the members have their life preserved by being united to the head, being compact together by certain bonds and ligaments:
As then, in the natural body, the members have their life preserved by being united to the head, being compact together by certain bonds and ligaments:
yea, as a spring arising within them, as his words to the woman of Samaria import, John. 4.10.14. Jesus answered and said unto her, if thou hadst known the gift of God, and who it is, that saith unto thee, Give me to drink;
yea, as a spring arising within them, as his words to the woman of Samaria import, John. 4.10.14. jesus answered and said unto her, if thou Hadst known the gift of God, and who it is, that Says unto thee, Give me to drink;
thou wouldest have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water. Whosoever drinketh of the water, that I shall give him, shall never thirst:
thou Wouldst have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water. Whosoever Drinketh of the water, that I shall give him, shall never thirst:
God hath not then given unto his Saints (as Abraham gave to Hagar ) water in a bottle, to be soon exhausted, that they should hopelessely bewaile the childe of grace,
God hath not then given unto his Saints (as Abraham gave to Hagar) water in a Bottle, to be soon exhausted, that they should hopelessly bewail the child of grace,
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He is the Finisher, as well as the Authour, of our Faith, Hebrews Chap. 12. ver. 22. and we are said to be compleat in him, Col. 2.10. In the work of Sanctification; as well, as Justification:
He is the Finisher, as well as the Author, of our Faith, Hebrews Chap. 12. ver. 22. and we Are said to be complete in him, Col. 2.10. In the work of Sanctification; as well, as Justification:
In this life, this work of Christ is but opus in fieri, not in facto esse: A work in doing, not done. Yet is grace perfect in its kinde from the first instant of it in the soul.
In this life, this work of christ is but opus in fieri, not in facto esse: A work in doing, not done. Yet is grace perfect in its kind from the First instant of it in the soul.
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That is perfect with a perfection of Truth, which is not Adulterate, or counterfeit; thus that is said to be perfect gold, which is true, and not counterfeit.
That is perfect with a perfection of Truth, which is not Adulterate, or counterfeit; thus that is said to be perfect gold, which is true, and not counterfeit.
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In this sense the work of Sanctification is Perfect at the first: the soul is Sanctified throughout, and in every part, though it be but partly Sanctified.
In this sense the work of Sanctification is Perfect At the First: the soul is Sanctified throughout, and in every part, though it be but partly Sanctified.
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an able Christian in Comparison of those, that are as babes, and but weak in the faith. Thus saith Paul. Phil. 3.15. Let us therefore, as many as be Perfect, be thus minded. And Heb. 5.14. Strong meat belongs to them, that are of full age, the Greek word here used, NONLATINALPHABET signifies Perfect, and is the same, that is used in the foregoing proof.
an able Christian in Comparison of those, that Are as babes, and but weak in the faith. Thus Says Paul. Philip 3.15. Let us Therefore, as many as be Perfect, be thus minded. And Hebrew 5.14. Strong meat belongs to them, that Are of full age, the Greek word Here used, signifies Perfect, and is the same, that is used in the foregoing proof.
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from whom the whole body fitly joyned together, and compacted by that which every joynt supplyeth, according to the effectuall working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of it selfe in love. But alas!
from whom the Whole body fitly joined together, and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, makes increase of the body unto the edifying of it self in love. But alas!
There is (therefore) in the last place, an absolute perfection of Degrees. which he bestows upon the Souls of his people at the houre of death, and upon the whole man, at the great resurrection:
There is (Therefore) in the last place, an absolute perfection of Degrees. which he bestows upon the Souls of his people At the hour of death, and upon the Whole man, At the great resurrection:
He is not like unto Moses, that brought the children of Issrael out of Egypt, and died when he came neere to the borders of Canaan: Nor like unto Joshua that brought them into Canaan, but began the work where Moses left:
He is not like unto Moses, that brought the children of Israel out of Egypt, and died when he Come near to the borders of Canaan: Nor like unto joshua that brought them into Canaan, but began the work where Moses left:
If a Physitian should undertake freely, and upon his own care, and charge to heal a poor sick person, who is not able to give him a Fee, is it not as free (if he thought it fit) to cure him perfectly in a day,
If a physician should undertake freely, and upon his own care, and charge to heal a poor sick person, who is not able to give him a Fee, is it not as free (if he Thought it fit) to cure him perfectly in a day,
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Though the work of Salvation from sin, be wholly the work of Christ, both in Purchase and application (as hath been already shewed) yet he is pleased to fit,
Though the work of Salvation from since, be wholly the work of christ, both in Purchase and application (as hath been already showed) yet he is pleased to fit,
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The instrument that Christ makes use of in the first Sanctification of grown persons, (for infants (such in whom Grace is wrought) are sanctified without meanes) is his Word or Gospel. Rom. 10.17. Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God.
The Instrument that christ makes use of in the First Sanctification of grown Persons, (for Infants (such in whom Grace is wrought) Are sanctified without means) is his Word or Gospel. Rom. 10.17. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God.
And the Gospel is called the power of God unto Salvation, Rom. 1.16. Our Saviour Jesus Christ hath abolished death, and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel, 2 Tim. 1.10. which is termed the word of reconciliation, 2 Cor. 5.18, 19. And the word which is able to save our Soules, James 1.21.
And the Gospel is called the power of God unto Salvation, Rom. 1.16. Our Saviour jesus christ hath abolished death, and brought life and immortality to Light through the Gospel, 2 Tim. 1.10. which is termed the word of reconciliation, 2 Cor. 5.18, 19. And the word which is able to save our Souls, James 1.21.
Dr. Gouge upon the place gives two reasons why the Word of God is called the Sword of the Spirit. 1. In regard of the Author of it, 2 Pet. 1.21. 2. In regard of the nature, or kind of it;
Dr. Gouge upon the place gives two Reasons why the Word of God is called the Sword of the Spirit. 1. In regard of the Author of it, 2 Pet. 1.21. 2. In regard of the nature, or kind of it;
for it is spirituall, and so opposed to a materiall sword, made of mettall, which may be called the sword of flesh. To this purpose the Apostle saith the weapons of our warfare are not carnall, 2 Cor. 10.4.
for it is spiritual, and so opposed to a material sword, made of mettle, which may be called the sword of Flesh. To this purpose the Apostle Says the weapons of our warfare Are not carnal, 2 Cor. 10.4.
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as they bring the word, or message of life and salvation unto them. They are called NONLATINALPHABET co-workers, or labourers together with God, 1 Cor. 3.9. and Ministers, by whom the Church believeth, ver. 5. To this purpose saith Paul to Timothy, 1 Tim. 4.16. Take heed unto thy self, and unto the doctrine; continue in them;
as they bring the word, or message of life and salvation unto them. They Are called coworkers, or labourers together with God, 1 Cor. 3.9. and Ministers, by whom the Church Believeth, ver. 5. To this purpose Says Paul to Timothy, 1 Tim. 4.16. Take heed unto thy self, and unto the Doctrine; continue in them;
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And Rom. 10.14, 15. How shall they believe on him, of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a Preacher? and how shall he preach except he be sent? as it is written:
And Rom. 10.14, 15. How shall they believe on him, of whom they have not herd? and how shall they hear without a Preacher? and how shall he preach except he be sent? as it is written:
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Therefore Christ hath given Ministers to his Church for this purpose, Ephes. 4.11, 12. And he therefore sent forth his Disciples to teach all natitions. Mat. ult. 19. Private persons, within their sphere, may be instrumentall in the converting of Souls. 1 Cor. 7.16.
Therefore christ hath given Ministers to his Church for this purpose, Ephesians 4.11, 12. And he Therefore sent forth his Disciples to teach all nations. Mathew ult. 19. Private Persons, within their sphere, may be instrumental in the converting of Souls. 1 Cor. 7.16.
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If any of you doe erre from the truth, and one convert him, let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way, shall save a soule from death,
If any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him, let him know, that he which Converts the sinner from the error of his Way, shall save a soul from death,
and Meat for Strong men, both to preserve and increase their strength and stature. 1 Pet 2.2. As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the Word, that ye may grow thereby.
and Meat for Strong men, both to preserve and increase their strength and stature. 1 Pet 2.2. As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the Word, that you may grow thereby.
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Thus saith Peter, 1 Ep. 1.22. Seeing that ye have purified your soules, in obeying the truth, through the spirit. — and 1 John 3.3. Every man that hath this hope in him, purifieth himselfe, even as he is pure.
Thus Says Peter, 1 Epistle 1.22. Seeing that you have purified your Souls, in obeying the truth, through the Spirit. — and 1 John 3.3. Every man that hath this hope in him, Purifieth himself, even as he is pure.
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Prayer is a speciall means, whereby the faithfull obtain both a continuance, and increase in grace. 2 Cor. 12.7, 8, 9. Luke 17.5. Mat. 6.13. Psal. 51.10, 11.
Prayer is a special means, whereby the faithful obtain both a Continuance, and increase in grace. 2 Cor. 12.7, 8, 9. Lycia 17.5. Mathew 6.13. Psalm 51.10, 11.
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Ver. 71. It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might learn thy statutes, 2 Chron. 33.11, 12. Acts 16. 26. to 32. The compleat perfection of the soul, wherein it is saved from all the reliques of corruption, is the immediate work of Christ our Saviour;
Ver. 71. It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might Learn thy statutes, 2 Chronicles 33.11, 12. Acts 16. 26. to 32. The complete perfection of the soul, wherein it is saved from all the Relics of corruption, is the immediate work of christ our Saviour;
The subject of this Salvation, or persons saved are his people, those that were given to Christ by the Father (as was expressed in the opening of the Text) viz. the Elect of God, these, and onely these, Rom. 8.30.
The Subject of this Salvation, or Persons saved Are his people, those that were given to christ by the Father (as was expressed in the opening of the Text) viz. the Elect of God, these, and only these, Rom. 8.30.
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— Those that were predestinate before time, are the called in time, and they are called with an holy calling, 2 Tim. 1.9. they are called from uncleannesse to holinesse, 1 Thes. 4.7. They are his workmanship created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained, that they should walk in them, Eph. 2.10.
— Those that were predestinate before time, Are the called in time, and they Are called with an holy calling, 2 Tim. 1.9. they Are called from uncleanness to holiness, 1 Thebes 4.7. They Are his workmanship created in christ jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained, that they should walk in them, Ephesians 2.10.
These, onely, heare his voice, & follow him, and to these, onely, he gives eternall life, Joh. 10.27, 28. The people that are thus given to, and saved by Christ, are by nature the children of wrath, even as others, Eph. 2.3. dead in trespasses and sins, ver. 1. they are indeed Christs Sheep, but lost sheep, in a straying condition without the fold of Christ, John 10.16. The terme then, from which they are brought in this great Salvation, is Sin, Sathan, and the World. The term to which, is God in holinesse. To this purpose speak many Scriptures;
These, only, hear his voice, & follow him, and to these, only, he gives Eternal life, John 10.27, 28. The people that Are thus given to, and saved by christ, Are by nature the children of wrath, even as Others, Ephesians 2.3. dead in Trespasses and Sins, ver. 1. they Are indeed Christ Sheep, but lost sheep, in a straying condition without the fold of christ, John 10.16. The term then, from which they Are brought in this great Salvation, is since, Sathan, and the World. The term to which, is God in holiness. To this purpose speak many Scriptures;
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And again, saith Paul to Titus, c. 2.3, 4, 5, 6. We, our selves also, were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hatefull and hating one another:
And again, Says Paul to Titus, c. 2.3, 4, 5, 6. We, our selves also, were sometime foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful and hating one Another:
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but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of Regeneration, and renning of the holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour.
but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of Regeneration, and renning of the holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly, through jesus christ our Saviour.
And it is the same mighty power by which Christ himself was raised from the dead, that worketh effectually in them that believe, Eph. 1.19, 20. The want of Grace in the soul is not a Physicall privation, before the habit, where the subject is apt,
And it is the same mighty power by which christ himself was raised from the dead, that works effectually in them that believe, Ephesians 1.19, 20. The want of Grace in the soul is not a Physical privation, before the habit, where the Subject is apt,
The generation of a living child is naturall to man, and according to nature it is said, Abraham begat Isaac, &c. but the raising of the dead to life, is a work above nature,
The generation of a living child is natural to man, and according to nature it is said, Abraham begat Isaac, etc. but the raising of the dead to life, is a work above nature,
Our new creation in Christ is a greater worke then our first creation in Adam, and our resurrection from sin to newnesse of life, is more than the resurrection of our bodies from the grave.
Our new creation in christ is a greater work then our First creation in Adam, and our resurrection from since to newness of life, is more than the resurrection of our bodies from the grave.
Christ therefore puts forth his Almighty power, to save his people from their sins, & when he thus workes, none can let, he workes irresistably, the greatest ineptitude and depravity of nature shall be overcome.
christ Therefore puts forth his Almighty power, to save his people from their Sins, & when he thus works, none can let, he works irresistible, the greatest ineptitude and depravity of nature shall be overcome.
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Though carnal affections be strong, and unbridled, carrying the minde to earthly objects, he crucifies the flesh, with the Affections and Lusts. Though the holds and fortifications of sinne be strong in the Soule,
Though carnal affections be strong, and unbridled, carrying the mind to earthly objects, he Crucifies the Flesh, with the Affections and Lusts. Though the holds and fortifications of sin be strong in the Soul,
and warring against their Saviour, Christ who is infinitely stronger, batters these fortifications, spoiles him of his goods, delivers poor captivated soules and brings them into a blessed captivity, to the obedience of Christ himselfe.
and warring against their Saviour, christ who is infinitely Stronger, batters these fortifications, spoils him of his goods, delivers poor captivated Souls and brings them into a blessed captivity, to the Obedience of christ himself.
and confused Masse shall be hewen, polished, and fitted to the spirituall building, and the most knotty piece shall be curiously wrought, to a most beautifull statue, after the image of God.
and confused Mass shall be hewn, polished, and fitted to the spiritual building, and the most knotty piece shall be curiously wrought, to a most beautiful statue, After the image of God.
4. Yet no man is converted or sanctified against his will, but Christ worketh upon the soul, by inclining the will, of unwilling making it willing, Ps. 110.3.
4. Yet no man is converted or sanctified against his will, but christ works upon the soul, by inclining the will, of unwilling making it willing, Ps. 110.3.
5. When Christ drawes effectually, the Soule comes presently, and infallibly, yet not by compulsion, but willingly, Cant. 1.4. Draw me, we will run after thee.
5. When christ draws effectually, the Soul comes presently, and infallibly, yet not by compulsion, but willingly, Cant 1.4. Draw me, we will run After thee.
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Answ. 1. The preaching of the Word is Gods ordinary meanes for the converting of Soules, Psal 19.7. The Law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul. Rom. 10.17. Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Answer 1. The preaching of the Word is God's ordinary means for the converting of Souls, Psalm 19.7. The Law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul. Rom. 10.17. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Ans. 2. The lesse able we are to work grace in our own souls, the more careful we should be to wait upon the Lord of grace, in the use of the meanes of grace.
Ans. 2. The less able we Are to work grace in our own Souls, the more careful we should be to wait upon the Lord of grace, in the use of the means of grace.
Obj. But is not the outward teaching to be layd aside? Is it not said, Jer. 31.33, 34. This is the Covenant, that I will make with the house of Israel: after those dayes, saith the Lord, I will put my law in their inward paths, — And they shall teach no more — And doth not the Author to the Hebrewes interpret it of the dayes of the Gospel,
Object But is not the outward teaching to be laid aside? Is it not said, Jer. 31.33, 34. This is the Covenant, that I will make with the house of Israel: After those days, Says the Lord, I will put my law in their inward paths, — And they shall teach no more — And does not the Author to the Hebrews interpret it of the days of the Gospel,
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for Christ himselfe went up and downe preaching the Gospel before his passion; he taught his Disciples also after his resurrection, as appears Ma. 28.18. Mar. 16.14.
for christ himself went up and down preaching the Gospel before his passion; he taught his Disciples also After his resurrection, as appears Ma. 28.18. Mar. 16.14.
John 21.15, 16, 17. The fruit of his Ascention was the giving of Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, and Teachers for the perfecting of the Saints,
John 21.15, 16, 17. The fruit of his Ascension was the giving of Apostles, prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, and Teachers for the perfecting of the Saints,
I came not to destroy the Law, or the Prophets, but to fulfill, saith Christ, Mat 5.17. Answ. 2. The teaching of this Doctrine, is a self confutation to the Teachers:
I Come not to destroy the Law, or the prophets, but to fulfil, Says christ, Mathew 5.17. Answer 2. The teaching of this Doctrine, is a self confutation to the Teachers:
Answ. 3. But to inquire more strictly into the sense, and meaning of the place, we must note, that the Author of this Epistle, comparing Moses and Christ together, preferres Christ in all things above him,
Answer 3. But to inquire more strictly into the sense, and meaning of the place, we must note, that the Author of this Epistle, comparing Moses and christ together, prefers christ in all things above him,
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and comparing the internall efficacy of Christ, with the external administrations of the Law, shews, that Christ was the substance of those shadowes in the Ceremoniall Law,
and comparing the internal efficacy of christ, with the external administrations of the Law, shows, that christ was the substance of those shadows in the Ceremonial Law,
and that from Christ onely was Grace derived to obey sincerely the Moral Law, according to those words, Ioh. 1.16, 17. Of his fulnesse have all we received, and Grace for Grace.
and that from christ only was Grace derived to obey sincerely the Moral Law, according to those words, John 1.16, 17. Of his fullness have all we received, and Grace for Grace.
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They had the Ceremonial Law, and resting in those types, and shadows, looked not with an eye of Faith to Christ the Antitipe, who was the end and scope of the Law,
They had the Ceremonial Law, and resting in those types, and shadows, looked not with an eye of Faith to christ the Antitype, who was the end and scope of the Law,
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They had also the Morall Law, written in tables of stone, and rested in their own strength, according to the Letter of the Law and thought to expiate their defects, by those carnall offerings,
They had also the Moral Law, written in tables of stone, and rested in their own strength, according to the letter of the Law and Thought to expiate their defects, by those carnal offerings,
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and that as Moses taught outwardly onely, so Christ alone teacheth inwardly, powerfully, and effectually; writing his Lawes in the hearts of his people.
and that as Moses taught outwardly only, so christ alone Teaches inwardly, powerfully, and effectually; writing his Laws in the hearts of his people.
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The first is the Doctrine of Iustification. The second is the Doctrine of assurance of Salvation. In the Doctrine of Iustification (say they) that, which maketh us righteous before God,
The First is the Doctrine of Justification. The second is the Doctrine of assurance of Salvation. In the Doctrine of Justification (say they) that, which makes us righteous before God,
We deny the habits of righteousnesse, or Sanctification to be the thing, by which, in whole, or in part, we are to be justified in the sight of God, either as satisfactory to Justice,
We deny the habits of righteousness, or Sanctification to be the thing, by which, in Whole, or in part, we Are to be justified in the sighed of God, either as satisfactory to justice,
that it is such a Faith, as worketh by love, and brings forth the fruits of righteousnesse. And although we do not doe good works to be justified by them, as any part of our legall righteousnesse, yet the practice of good workes we hold most necessary, for many other good reasons.
that it is such a Faith, as works by love, and brings forth the fruits of righteousness. And although we do not do good works to be justified by them, as any part of our Legal righteousness, yet the practice of good works we hold most necessary, for many other good Reasons.
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Saving Faith is to accept of, and embrace Christ for Salvation, to wit, that we may have that Salvation applyed to us, which he hath purchased for us, and what that is, hath been already shewed, to wit, Salvation from sinne, and not meerely from wrath for sinne. This is Salvation both in Scripture-sense,
Saving Faith is to accept of, and embrace christ for Salvation, to wit, that we may have that Salvation applied to us, which he hath purchased for us, and what that is, hath been already showed, to wit, Salvation from sin, and not merely from wrath for sin. This is Salvation both in Scripture-sense,
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Christ did not purchase our Salvation piece-meale, neither doth he bestow it piece-meale, neither can we receive it piece-meale, he will be a whole Saviour, or no Saviour. He that believes that he may be saved, believes that he may be saved from the whole misery of his Soul;
christ did not purchase our Salvation piecemeal, neither does he bestow it piecemeal, neither can we receive it piecemeal, he will be a Whole Saviour, or no Saviour. He that believes that he may be saved, believes that he may be saved from the Whole misery of his Soul;
If we phansie to our selves such a salvation, as Scripture speakes not of, and then draw absurdities from the Doctrine of Salvation by Faith alone, the absurdity will returne upon the misapprehension of the Objectors.
If we fancy to our selves such a salvation, as Scripture speaks not of, and then draw absurdities from the Doctrine of Salvation by Faith alone, the absurdity will return upon the misapprehension of the Objectors.
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and we have lesse cause to call that saving Faith, that professeth to believe in Christ to be saved from wrath, and not from sinne, (as appeares by the arguments confirming the Doctrine) Christ,
and we have less cause to call that Saving Faith, that Professes to believe in christ to be saved from wrath, and not from sin, (as appears by the Arguments confirming the Doctrine) christ,
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Were there no evill, that we should be saved from by believing, but onely that of suffering the wrath of God for sinne, their argument might seem to have the greater strength,
Were there no evil, that we should be saved from by believing, but only that of suffering the wrath of God for sin, their argument might seem to have the greater strength,
and flies to Christ, that it may obtaine deliverance, how can it at the same time give welcome entertainment to sinne? Is it possible for a Man to have fellowship and communion with pleasure,
and flies to christ, that it may obtain deliverance, how can it At the same time give welcome entertainment to sin? Is it possible for a Man to have fellowship and communion with pleasure,
and delight, and without feare, with a man, that he is flying from, as his most mortall adversary, hasting to a place of refuge to be secured from him?
and delight, and without Fear, with a man, that he is flying from, as his most Mortal adversary, hasting to a place of refuge to be secured from him?
That if Christ came to save his people from their sinnes, it would be a contradiction to assert, that a Man may be assured of his Salvation at the same time,
That if christ Come to save his people from their Sins, it would be a contradiction to assert, that a Man may be assured of his Salvation At the same time,
In this objection of theirs, there would be likewise the more appearance of strength, although not strength enough to their purpose, did Salvation consist onely in being justified,
In this objection of theirs, there would be likewise the more appearance of strength, although not strength enough to their purpose, did Salvation consist only in being justified,
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But the remainder of corruption in the best of Gods Servants, doth much dull their spirituall senses, whereby they are not so clearly exercised to discerne between good and evill:
But the remainder of corruption in the best of God's Servants, does much dull their spiritual Senses, whereby they Are not so clearly exercised to discern between good and evil:
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yet the faithfull Servants of God have so much spirituall sense of the evill of sinne (at leastwise after some time of recollection) that they feel their foule miscarriages paining them to the purpose.
yet the faithful Servants of God have so much spiritual sense of the evil of sin (At leastwise After Some time of recollection) that they feel their foul miscarriages paining them to the purpose.
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and must we not presse on still forwards, towards perfection, continually growing in grace, till we come to glory, which is the highest degree of grace? This is our salvation to be saved from sinne, and towards this all the means of grace, and duties of piety tend:
and must we not press on still forward, towards perfection, continually growing in grace, till we come to glory, which is the highest degree of grace? This is our salvation to be saved from sin, and towards this all the means of grace, and duties of piety tend:
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the Word, that we hear, is the sword of the Spirit, for the slaying of sinne, we pray against sinne, watch against sinne, strive against sinne, and may we not doe it to be saved from sinne? nay, can we rightly or rationally use the meanes, without minding this end? Doth not Heavens happinesse consist in the enjoyment of God in holinesse,
the Word, that we hear, is the sword of the Spirit, for the slaying of sin, we pray against sin, watch against sin, strive against sin, and may we not do it to be saved from sin? nay, can we rightly or rationally use the means, without minding this end? Does not Heavens happiness consist in the enjoyment of God in holiness,
May we not make the escaping of Hell also the end of our duties, (if we doe but in any measure understand what Hell is) without being Legallists? That Hell is a place of intollerable torment, I doubt not,
May we not make the escaping of Hell also the end of our duties, (if we do but in any measure understand what Hell is) without being Legalists? That Hell is a place of intolerable torment, I doubt not,
and whosoever receive the marke of his name (which shall be the condition of all the damned) The same shall drinke of the wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture, into the cup of his indignation,
and whosoever receive the mark of his name (which shall be the condition of all the damned) The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture, into the cup of his Indignation,
Can Gods honour be deare unto us, and we not fear to blaspheme him? can we make Gods glory our end, without solicitous care to avoid that state, wherein we should never cease, with the Devil and his Angels to blaspheme the most High?
Can God's honour be deer unto us, and we not Fear to Blaspheme him? can we make God's glory our end, without solicitous care to avoid that state, wherein we should never cease, with the devil and his Angels to Blaspheme the most High?
as I have shewed you before, neither are all saved, or to be saved from their sinnes. The Doctors of the Doctrine of equall Universall Redemption tell us, that Christ dyed,
as I have showed you before, neither Are all saved, or to be saved from their Sins. The Doctors of the Doctrine of equal Universal Redemption tell us, that christ died,
and did not tell them, that Christ dyed intentionally to save all. This Objector called it clipt truth, as if if it had been a detracting from the truth of Christ.
and did not tell them, that christ died intentionally to save all. This Objector called it clipped truth, as if if it had been a detracting from the truth of christ.
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who made thee to differ from another, and what hast thou, that thou hast not received? The Believer must answer, [ I have made my self to differ, Christ hath done no more for me,
who made thee to differ from Another, and what hast thou, that thou hast not received? The Believer must answer, [ I have made my self to differ, christ hath done no more for me,
& he hath set my sins in order before me, my conscience is more than a thousand witnesses against me, I see my self to be a damned wretch, divine vengeance hangs over my head.
& he hath Set my Sins in order before me, my conscience is more than a thousand Witnesses against me, I see my self to be a damned wretch, divine vengeance hangs over my head.
And this redemption is from dead works, to serve the living God, as you may see ver. 14. How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternall Spirit, offered himselfe without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God? See likewise cap. 10.9, 10.14. Then said I, Loe I come to doe thy will (O God) By which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all:
And this redemption is from dead works, to serve the living God, as you may see for. 14. How much more shall the blood of christ, who through the Eternal Spirit, offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God? See likewise cap. 10.9, 10.14. Then said I, Lo I come to do thy will (Oh God) By which will we Are sanctified through the offering of the body of jesus christ once for all:
Thus we see he hath redeemed his people from all iniquity, as the Apostles expression is, Tit. 2.14. He hath purchased for them perfect eternall Sanctification:
Thus we see he hath redeemed his people from all iniquity, as the Apostles expression is, Tit. 2.14. He hath purchased for them perfect Eternal Sanctification:
He gives repentance unto Israel, Acts 5.31. He is Jesus the author and finisher of our faith, Heb. 12.2. of his fulnesse we all receive, and grace for grace, Joh. 1.16. It is from the fulnesse of his Purchase, as well as of the fulness of the Grace that dwells in him, that his people do receive.
He gives Repentance unto Israel, Acts 5.31. He is jesus the author and finisher of our faith, Hebrew 12.2. of his fullness we all receive, and grace for grace, John 1.16. It is from the fullness of his Purchase, as well as of the fullness of the Grace that dwells in him, that his people do receive.
We doubt not but the vilest sinner, that delighteth in his abominations, who saith, he is willing that Christ should save him from the wrath of the Almighty, speake truth:
We doubt not but the Vilest sinner, that delights in his abominations, who Says, he is willing that christ should save him from the wrath of the Almighty, speak truth:
as a perfect Saviour, to save the soule from all its misery, both of sin and suffering: And this is the main difference between the faith of a child of God;
as a perfect Saviour, to save the soul from all its misery, both of sin and suffering: And this is the main difference between the faith of a child of God;
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All the wooing, intreating, beseeching, and the best Rhetorick we can use is too little to prevaile. 2 Cor. 5.20. Now then we are Ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us;
All the wooing, entreating, beseeching, and the best Rhetoric we can use is too little to prevail. 2 Cor. 5.20. Now then we Are ambassadors for christ, as though God did beseech you by us;
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This is indeed the great and main work of the Ministers of the Gospel, to perswade sinners to accept of Christ for salvation from Sinne: sinne is the mire that carnall persons stick in,
This is indeed the great and main work of the Ministers of the Gospel, to persuade Sinners to accept of christ for salvation from Sin: sin is the mire that carnal Persons stick in,
are Christ and Grace onely exalted in the pardon of sin, and must we take no heed to the sanctification of sinners? Is it a Gospel-work to preach Christ,
Are christ and Grace only exalted in the pardon of since, and must we take no heed to the sanctification of Sinners? Is it a Gospel work to preach christ,
as having taken away suffering, the fruit of sin, and is it a legall Doctrine to preach Christ for the destruction of sin, that is the cause of suffering,
as having taken away suffering, the fruit of since, and is it a Legal Doctrine to preach christ for the destruction of since, that is the cause of suffering,
and that you have admired the grace of Christ no more. You have amired, that murder, persecution, witchcraft, blasphemy, and the like; should be forgiven;
and that you have admired the grace of christ no more. You have amired, that murder, persecution, witchcraft, blasphemy, and the like; should be forgiven;
that Manasseh, Paul, and many of the Jews, that crucified Christ, should be freely pardoned you have been ready to cry, Grace, grace, riches of grace, grace abounding and super-abounding, to such a work as this.
that Manasses, Paul, and many of the jews, that Crucified christ, should be freely pardoned you have been ready to cry, Grace, grace, riches of grace, grace abounding and superabounding, to such a work as this.
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and the weaned child put his hand upon the Cockatrice den? Isa. 11.6, 7, 8. To see a Sinner become a Saint? to see a Sorcerer become a sincere Worshipper of the Living God? To see a furious Persecutor become a painfull Preacher of that Faith, which once he destroyed? To see those that had formerly communion with Devils, to be made partakers of the Divine nature, and to be called into fellow ship with God the Father,
and the weaned child put his hand upon the Cockatrice den? Isaiah 11.6, 7, 8. To see a Sinner become a Saint? to see a Sorcerer become a sincere Worshipper of the Living God? To see a furious Persecutor become a painful Preacher of that Faith, which once he destroyed? To see those that had formerly communion with Devils, to be made partakers of the Divine nature, and to be called into fellow ship with God the Father,
The soule, that is betrothed to Christ in holinesse, may much more say in this case, what David said when he was advanced from a mean family to great dignity:
The soul, that is betrothed to christ in holiness, may much more say in this case, what David said when he was advanced from a mean family to great dignity:
What is man (Lord) that thou art mindfull of him, and the Son of man, that thou (so) visitest him! And are not they to be esteemed the most faithfull preachers of the Gospel, who shun not to reveale unto the people both parts of the Counsell, and Grace of Christ;
What is man (Lord) that thou art mindful of him, and the Son of man, that thou (so) visitest him! And Are not they to be esteemed the most faithful Preachers of the Gospel, who shun not to reveal unto the people both parts of the Counsel, and Grace of christ;
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Beware then I beseech you of the dangerous way of admiring grace against grace; which is (indeed) to destroy grace. Take heed of hearkning to them, that so much contemne the doctrine of Sanctification by Christ, under pretence of exalting Chr•st:
Beware then I beseech you of the dangerous Way of admiring grace against grace; which is (indeed) to destroy grace. Take heed of Harkening to them, that so much contemn the Doctrine of Sanctification by christ, under pretence of exalting Chr•st:
and godly in this present world, Tit. 2.11, 12. Paul teacheth us, that it is a faithfull saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ came into the world to save sinners, but not to save them in their sins (that were a contradiction) but to save them from their sins. There is in him plenteous redemption, and he shall redeem Israel from all his iniquities, Psal. 130. ult. and he saves them to the uttermost, that come unto God by him. Hebr. 7.25. NONLATINALPHABET, to the perfection of all.
and godly in this present world, Tit. 2.11, 12. Paul Teaches us, that it is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ Come into the world to save Sinners, but not to save them in their Sins (that were a contradiction) but to save them from their Sins. There is in him plenteous redemption, and he shall Redeem Israel from all his iniquities, Psalm 130. ult. and he saves them to the uttermost, that come unto God by him. Hebrew 7.25., to the perfection of all.
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And were it so, that Christ should save us from wrath, and not from sin, he would be but an imperfect Saviour: for it would be but a halfe salvation, nor so much neither.
And were it so, that christ should save us from wrath, and not from since, he would be but an imperfect Saviour: for it would be but a half salvation, nor so much neither.
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But Christ doth not leave his work imperfect, those that are his redeemed ones are compleat in him, Col. 2.10. he justifies them, he sanctifies them, and so saves them:
But christ does not leave his work imperfect, those that Are his redeemed ones Are complete in him, Col. 2.10. he Justifies them, he Sanctifies them, and so saves them:
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When they shall teach them that there needs no sorrow for sin, no repentance, no such care to please God, that God takes no notice of their sins, nor is displeased with them for sin; it is no strange thing,
When they shall teach them that there needs no sorrow for since, no Repentance, no such care to please God, that God Takes no notice of their Sins, nor is displeased with them for since; it is no strange thing,
That if they will be saved by Christ, they must be content to have their iniquities destroyed, they must be saved from their sins, for they, and their sins cannot be saved together.
That if they will be saved by christ, they must be content to have their iniquities destroyed, they must be saved from their Sins, for they, and their Sins cannot be saved together.
How many Antinomian pretenders to more than ordinary Christians have attained to, do we see, that give way to intemperate drinking, lascivious jesting, defrauding, and many other evils.
How many Antinomian pretenders to more than ordinary Christians have attained to, do we see, that give Way to intemperate drinking, lascivious jesting, defrauding, and many other evils.
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If Solomon when the two women pleaded their cause before him, concluded that she was indeed the Mother of the Child, whose yerning bowels pleaded against the dividing of it, knowing that was the ready way to destroy it:
If Solomon when the two women pleaded their cause before him, concluded that she was indeed the Mother of the Child, whose yearning bowels pleaded against the dividing of it, knowing that was the ready Way to destroy it:
For of a truth against thy holy child Iesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pilate with the Gentiles, and people of Israel were gathered together,
For of a truth against thy holy child Iesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pilate with the Gentiles, and people of Israel were gathered together,
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But now behold a combination of Antinomians, Familists, and licentious Libertines, with evil hearts, and wicked hands have (what in them lies) divided,
But now behold a combination of Antinomians, Familists, and licentious Libertines, with evil hearts, and wicked hands have (what in them lies) divided,
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And grant unto thy servants, that they may with all boldnesse speak thy word not dawbing with untempered mortar, but plainly telling Iudah of her sins, and Ierusalem of her transgressions, that so they may (through thine effectual grace) be instruments of recovering many from this snare of the Devil, who are now led captive by him at his will.
And grant unto thy Servants, that they may with all boldness speak thy word not daubing with untempered mortar, but plainly telling Iudah of her Sins, and Ierusalem of her transgressions, that so they may (through thine effectual grace) be Instruments of recovering many from this snare of the devil, who Are now led captive by him At his will.
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7. If the great work of Christ be the saving of his people from their sins, this wil further inform us who they are, that are the best Christians, that have most interest in Christ;
7. If the great work of christ be the Saving of his people from their Sins, this will further inform us who they Are, that Are the best Christians, that have most Interest in christ;
even those that are the most saved from their sins, that have their corruptions most mortified, that are the most meek, humble, self denying, obedient Christians;
even those that Are the most saved from their Sins, that have their corruptions most mortified, that Are the most meek, humble, self denying, obedient Christians;
I have heard some highly applauding such as talk, and seem to know much, while they complaine of their own ignorance, want of expression, inability in comparison of them, calling the other able Christians. And we see in this talkative age, those, that talk much, to be renowned among many,
I have herd Some highly applauding such as talk, and seem to know much, while they complain of their own ignorance, want of expression, inability in comparison of them, calling the other able Christians. And we see in this talkative age, those, that talk much, to be renowned among many,
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There is the gift of knowledge, and the grace of knowledge the gift of faith, and the grace of faith, the gift of prayer, and the grace of prayer. There may be,
There is the gift of knowledge, and the grace of knowledge the gift of faith, and the grace of faith, the gift of prayer, and the grace of prayer. There may be,
No doubt but Iudas, and divers others, lawfully set apart to the work of the Ministrie, were indued with a large measure of the gifts of knowledge, faith and utterance, both for preaching and prayer:
No doubt but Iudas, and diverse Others, lawfully Set apart to the work of the Ministry, were endued with a large measure of the Gifts of knowledge, faith and utterance, both for preaching and prayer:
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and in thy name cast out Devils, and in thy name done many wonderfull works? and then will he professe unto them, I never know you, depart from me, ye that work iniquity.
and in thy name cast out Devils, and in thy name done many wonderful works? and then will he profess unto them, I never know you, depart from me, you that work iniquity.
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the grace of knowledge is more precious than any thing in all the world, Prov. 3.13. Happy is the man that findeth wisdome, and the man that getteth understanding.
the grace of knowledge is more precious than any thing in all the world, Curae 3.13. Happy is the man that finds Wisdom, and the man that gets understanding.
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and while he takes himself to be a knowing man, he knowes nothing as he ought, 1 Cor. 8.7. Seest thou a man that is wise in his own eyes? there is more hope of a foole than of him, saith Solomon, Prov. 26.12. A foole in Solomons usuall sense, is one that is wicked, and verily there is more hope of a profane person than of him that is well conceited of himself:
and while he Takes himself to be a knowing man, he knows nothing as he ought, 1 Cor. 8.7. See thou a man that is wise in his own eyes? there is more hope of a fool than of him, Says Solomon, Curae 26.12. A fool in Solomons usual sense, is one that is wicked, and verily there is more hope of a profane person than of him that is well conceited of himself:
The Gospel took better effect among Publicans and Harlots, than with the Scribes and Pharisees, for to them, saith Christ, the Publicans and Harlots enter into the kingdome of God before you, Mat. 21.31.
The Gospel took better Effect among Publicans and Harlots, than with the Scribes and Pharisees, for to them, Says christ, the Publicans and Harlots enter into the Kingdom of God before you, Mathew 21.31.
and God resisteth him, so that there is, as it were, an antipathy between them. The Pharisees and Lawyers rejected the counsell of God, Luke 7.30. and God resisteth the proud, James 4.6. but he giveth grace to the humble.
and God Resisteth him, so that there is, as it were, an antipathy between them. The Pharisees and Lawyers rejected the counsel of God, Lycia 7.30. and God Resisteth the proud, James 4.6. but he gives grace to the humble.
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There was likewise the gift of Faith, even to the working of Miracles, which was nothing in the Lords esteem, without sanctifying Grace. 1 Cor. 13.2. Thogh I have faith, so that I could remove mountaines, and have no charity, I am nothing.
There was likewise the gift of Faith, even to the working of Miracles, which was nothing in the lords esteem, without sanctifying Grace. 1 Cor. 13.2. Though I have faith, so that I could remove Mountains, and have no charity, I am nothing.
But the grace of faith in all that are indued with it, is precious. 2 Pet. 1.1. And the triall of this grace is said to be much more precious than of gold, 1 Pet. 1.7.
But the grace of faith in all that Are endued with it, is precious. 2 Pet. 1.1. And the trial of this grace is said to be much more precious than of gold, 1 Pet. 1.7.
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There was more of the grace of prayer in that short Petition of the self denying Publican [ God be mercifull to me a sinner ] than in many of the Pharisees long prayers, and their fastings to boot.
There was more of the grace of prayer in that short Petition of the self denying Publican [ God be merciful to me a sinner ] than in many of the Pharisees long Prayers, and their Fastings to boot.
The Pharisees prayed by measure, and the Papists pray by number, but a gracious spirit prayes by weight, and such prayers are most prevalent. Jam. 5.16. The effectuall fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
The Pharisees prayed by measure, and the Papists pray by number, but a gracious Spirit prays by weight, and such Prayers Are most prevalent. Jam. 5.16. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
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Regard not then so much, how long thou prayest, or what are thy expressions, in prayer as what are thy sighs and groans, and what the serious sense of thy heart, in prayer and supplication.
Regard not then so much, how long thou Prayest, or what Are thy expressions, in prayer as what Are thy sighs and groans, and what the serious sense of thy heart, in prayer and supplication.
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The speciall help of the spirit lies in framing the heart with the affections, not the tongue with words for prayer, as is evident, Rom. 8.26. Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities;
The special help of the Spirit lies in framing the heart with the affections, not the tongue with words for prayer, as is evident, Rom. 8.26. Likewise the Spirit also Helpeth our infirmities;
than the greatest gifts without grace. A small vessel, laden with Gold from the Indies, is of more value than the greatest ship laden with Coales, Salt, or such like Commodities.
than the greatest Gifts without grace. A small vessel, laden with Gold from the Indies, is of more valve than the greatest ship laden with Coals, Salt, or such like Commodities.
Grace lies not meerely in the head, but chiefly in the heart, and in the feet also of a Christian, to wit, the habit of grace in the inward affection, and the exercise in the outward conversation, or course of life, together with the actings of the inward faculties.
Grace lies not merely in the head, but chiefly in the heart, and in the feet also of a Christian, to wit, the habit of grace in the inward affection, and the exercise in the outward Conversation, or course of life, together with the actings of the inward faculties.
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The head inventeth words, but the heart inditeth matter for prayer, and praise, My heart is inditing a good matter, saith David, Psal. 45.1. The head may dictate to the tongue, but grace frameth and fixeth the heart for duty. Psal. 57.7. My heart is fixed, O God my heart is fixed.
The head inventeth words, but the heart inditeth matter for prayer, and praise, My heart is inditing a good matter, Says David, Psalm 45.1. The head may dictate to the tongue, but grace frameth and fixeth the heart for duty. Psalm 57.7. My heart is fixed, Oh God my heart is fixed.
Here the heart leadeth the way to the outward service, calling upon, & awakening the tongue, Psaltery and Harp, ver. 8. Awake my glory, that is my tongue, which is therefore called our glory, because it is the instrument wherewith man glorifies God: compare Psal. 16.9. with Acts 2.26.
Here the heart leads the Way to the outward service, calling upon, & awakening the tongue, Psaltery and Harp, ver. 8. Awake my glory, that is my tongue, which is Therefore called our glory, Because it is the Instrument wherewith man Glorifies God: compare Psalm 16.9. with Acts 2.26.
and you shall finde, that that which the Psalmist calleth the glory, the Apostle translateth the tongue in quoting that text, Therefore did my heart rejoice, and my tongue was glad.
and you shall find, that that which the Psalmist calls the glory, the Apostle Translate the tongue in quoting that text, Therefore did my heart rejoice, and my tongue was glad.
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2. True Grace is also much in the feet of a Christian, I mean the exercise of grace is in the course of life and conversation (not excluding the inward exercise) which is called our way, wherein we are to walk according to the Word of God.
2. True Grace is also much in the feet of a Christian, I mean the exercise of grace is in the course of life and Conversation (not excluding the inward exercise) which is called our Way, wherein we Are to walk according to the Word of God.
so) to cause them to walk in his statutes, Ezek. 36.27. Psal. 119.59. I thought on my waies, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies, ver. 101. I have refrained my feet from every evil way.
so) to cause them to walk in his statutes, Ezekiel 36.27. Psalm 119.59. I Thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies, ver. 101. I have refrained my feet from every evil Way.
Walking is an act of continuance, and imports the constant course of life in such Scripture-phrases as these. Thus saith David, Psal. 119.1. Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord;
Walking is an act of Continuance, and imports the constant course of life in such Scripture-phrases as these. Thus Says David, Psalm 119.1. Blessed Are the undefiled in the Way, who walk in the law of the Lord;
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Thus likewise saith David, Psal. 119.32. I will run the way of thy commandements. Thus Paul, I therefore so run, not as uncertainly, 1 Cor 9.26. and he exhorteth us, v. 24. So run, that ye may obtain.
Thus likewise Says David, Psalm 119.32. I will run the Way of thy Commandments. Thus Paul, I Therefore so run, not as uncertainly, 1 Cor 9.26. and he exhorteth us, v. 24. So run, that you may obtain.
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The strivings, hot contendings, fearfull schismes and factions in the Church of Corinth, were made through the pride and vainglory of the gifted men among them.
The strivings, hight contendings, fearful schisms and factions in the Church of Corinth, were made through the pride and vainglory of the gifted men among them.
There were so many tongues and so many speakers, puffed up with self-conceit, that those gifts, which were given them for edification, were abused to ostentation, and confusion in their solemn meetings:
There were so many tongues and so many Speakers, puffed up with self-conceit, that those Gifts, which were given them for edification, were abused to ostentation, and confusion in their solemn meetings:
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Lastly, if Christs great work be the saving of his people from their sins, this informes us, that a soule given up to a state of sin, is in a most sad condition.
Lastly, if Christ great work be the Saving of his people from their Sins, this informs us, that a soul given up to a state of since, is in a most sad condition.
No judgement like that of being given up to a reprobate sense, and vile affections: Had we stood with Abraham, and seen Sodom flaming, and smoking with fire and brimstone,
No judgement like that of being given up to a Reprobate sense, and vile affections: Had we stood with Abraham, and seen Sodom flaming, and smoking with fire and brimstone,
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and so terrible wrath from Heaven consuming her inhabitants, would not our hearts have aked within us, at so dreadfull a sight? But that which righteous Lot saw,
and so terrible wrath from Heaven consuming her inhabitants, would not our hearts have ached within us, At so dreadful a sighed? But that which righteous Lot saw,
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while he lived among them, which vexed his soul from day to day, even their filthy and unlawfull deeds, was, in itself a sight far more grievous to behold.
while he lived among them, which vexed his soul from day to day, even their filthy and unlawful Deeds, was, in itself a sighed Far more grievous to behold.
and ver. 26. For this cause God gave them up to vile affections. To the like purpose speaketh Solomon, Prov. 22.14. The mouth of strange women is a deep pit, he that is abhorred of the Lord shall fall therein.
and ver. 26. For this cause God gave them up to vile affections. To the like purpose speaks Solomon, Curae 22.14. The Mouth of strange women is a deep pit, he that is abhorred of the Lord shall fallen therein.
& tempted God, he gave them their request, but sent leannesse into their souls, Ps. 106.14, 16. Ps. 81.11, 12. But my people would not hearken unto my voice,
& tempted God, he gave them their request, but sent leanness into their Souls, Ps. 106.14, 16. Ps. 81.11, 12. But my people would not harken unto my voice,
How many of those that waxed wanton, and despised the precious Truths and Ordinances of God, are now given up to swearing, drunkennesse, whoredome, and such like abominable wickednesse!
How many of those that waxed wanton, and despised the precious Truths and Ordinances of God, Are now given up to swearing, Drunkenness, whoredom, and such like abominable wickedness!
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Had these men been smitten with lightning, and thunderbolts from heaven, for their departure from the waies of righteousnesse, we should have been ready to say, this is the finger of God.
Had these men been smitten with lightning, and thunderbolts from heaven, for their departure from the ways of righteousness, we should have been ready to say, this is the finger of God.
As it is the Saints happinesse that their little grace shall be improved; so is it the misery of a multitude of seared Sinners, that their filthy and vile affections shall be still increased, as it is written, Revel. 22.11. He that is unjust, let him be unjust still, and he which is filthy, let him be filthy still;
As it is the Saints happiness that their little grace shall be improved; so is it the misery of a multitude of seared Sinners, that their filthy and vile affections shall be still increased, as it is written, Revel. 22.11. He that is unjust, let him be unjust still, and he which is filthy, let him be filthy still;
CHAP. IV. IF the great work of Christ our Saviour be the saving of his people from their sins, then this reproves those that do what in them lies, to hinder this saving work of Jesus Christ. And they are
CHAP. IV. IF the great work of christ our Saviour be the Saving of his people from their Sins, then this reproves those that do what in them lies, to hinder this Saving work of jesus christ. And they Are
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and they refuse and hate instruction, despise his messengers, and harden their hearts against him! How do some neglect hearing, and but seldome frequent the ordinances of God;
and they refuse and hate instruction, despise his messengers, and harden their hearts against him! How do Some neglect hearing, and but seldom frequent the ordinances of God;
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therefore the Lord was angry with them, and rejected all the seed of Israel, and delivered them into the hand of spoylers, till he had cast them out of his sight, 2 Kings 17.13, 14, 15, 18, 19, •0.
Therefore the Lord was angry with them, and rejected all the seed of Israel, and Delivered them into the hand of spoilers, till he had cast them out of his sighed, 2 Kings 17.13, 14, 15, 18, 19, •0.
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nor to my law, but rejected it, Jerem. 16 19. and you may shortly be called with Jerusalem to take up a lamentation, because the Lord hath rejected and forsaken you,
nor to my law, but rejected it, Jeremiah 16 19. and you may shortly be called with Jerusalem to take up a lamentation, Because the Lord hath rejected and forsaken you,
So may I truly say, you have not rejected us, who are Ministers, but you have rejected the Lord Christ our Saviour, that he should not reigne over you:
So may I truly say, you have not rejected us, who Are Ministers, but you have rejected the Lord christ our Saviour, that he should not Reign over you:
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Yea, what do you lesse, than resist the salvation of your owne soules, when with the Pharisees and Lawyers ye reject the counsell of God, Luke 7.30. May not I here take up the words of Steph: Act. 7.51.
Yea, what do you less, than resist the salvation of your own Souls, when with the Pharisees and Lawyers you reject the counsel of God, Lycia 7.30. May not I Here take up the words of Stephen: Act. 7.51.
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If they that resist the lawfull authority of the civill Magistrate, shall receive to themselves damnation, how just will the condemnation of those be, who resist the saving counsell and authority of Jesus Christ! Who ever hardned himselfe against God, and prospered? Job 9.4. Sinner, the great work of Christ our Saviour is to save his people from their sinnes;
If they that resist the lawful Authority of the civil Magistrate, shall receive to themselves damnation, how just will the condemnation of those be, who resist the Saving counsel and Authority of jesus christ! Who ever hardened himself against God, and prospered? Job 9.4. Sinner, the great work of christ our Saviour is to save his people from their Sins;
and God will either destroy thy sinne, or thee, Wilt thou lose thy soule to save thy base lusts? hast thou the like passionate affection to thy sinne, as David had to his Son Absalom, when he cryed out [ Would God I had died for thee? ] yea,
and God will either destroy thy sin, or thee, Wilt thou loose thy soul to save thy base Lustiest? hast thou the like passionate affection to thy sin, as David had to his Son Absalom, when he cried out [ Would God I had died for thee? ] yea,
though, as Absalom, it seeks to berave thee both of thy Life and Crown? Is filthy abominable corruption so beautifull in thine eyes? Surely thy Dalilah hath betrayed thee into the hands of thine enemies, who have put out both thine eyes,
though, as Absalom, it seeks to berave thee both of thy Life and Crown? Is filthy abominable corruption so beautiful in thine eyes? Surely thy Delilah hath betrayed thee into the hands of thine enemies, who have put out both thine eyes,
as hearing, praying, singing, sanctifying the Sabbath, and the like, accounted exercises unbeseeming Saints? Yea, what wickedness is there but some of our late errors will lead a man to in commission of it? and what course more effectuall to bring sinners to perpetuall destruction,
as hearing, praying, singing, sanctifying the Sabbath, and the like, accounted exercises unbeseeming Saints? Yea, what wickedness is there but Some of our late errors will led a man to in commission of it? and what course more effectual to bring Sinners to perpetual destruction,
than when men make it their work to turne them from the truth, which is the way of salvation? The Apostle calls the doctrine of the teachers, NONLATINALPHABET heresies of destruction, or as our Translation renders it, damnable Heresies, 2 Pet. 2.1. Some errors there are, that more evidently tend to hinder this work of Christ, I shall instance in one or two of them.
than when men make it their work to turn them from the truth, which is the Way of salvation? The Apostle calls the Doctrine of the Teachers, heresies of destruction, or as our translation renders it, damnable Heresies, 2 Pet. 2.1. some errors there Are, that more evidently tend to hinder this work of christ, I shall instance in one or two of them.
God sees his sin no more, the Lord takes no notice of the sins of his servants, say they, abusing that Scripture to that end; Numb. 23.21. He hath not beheld iniquity in Jacob, neither hath he seen perversenesse in Israel.
God sees his since no more, the Lord Takes no notice of the Sins of his Servants, say they, abusing that Scripture to that end; Numb. 23.21. He hath not beheld iniquity in Jacob, neither hath he seen perverseness in Israel.
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And repentance they affirm to be the voice of the Law, not of the Gospel. Is not this the very way of the carnal multitude, to sin without godly sorrow,
And Repentance they affirm to be the voice of the Law, not of the Gospel. Is not this the very Way of the carnal multitude, to sin without godly sorrow,
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But I shall leave a few texts of Scripture to your consideration, which you may peruse at your leisure for a sufficient confutation, Exod. 4.14. 2. Sam. 11.27. ch. 12. to v. 13. Psal. 51.2 Sam. 24. 1 Kings 11.29. 2 Chron. 32.25, 26. Luke 13.3.5. Romans 2.4, 5. Acts 17.30.
But I shall leave a few texts of Scripture to your consideration, which you may peruse At your leisure for a sufficient confutation, Exod 4.14. 2. Sam. 11.27. changed. 12. to v. 13. Psalm 51.2 Sam. 24. 1 Kings 11.29. 2 Chronicles 32.25, 26. Lycia 13.3.5. Romans 2.4, 5. Acts 17.30.
Now that God should reveale his extraordinary secrets to such as these, and hide them from his servants the Prophets, is a secret indeed, such (I believe) as was never heard of.
Now that God should reveal his extraordinary secrets to such as these, and hide them from his Servants the prophets, is a secret indeed, such (I believe) as was never herd of.
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Thirdly, This is a very strange way to preserve one Truth from being lost, for if a hundred Errors be preached with one Truth, it is most like that the hearers receive many of the Errors,
Thirdly, This is a very strange Way to preserve one Truth from being lost, for if a hundred Errors be preached with one Truth, it is most like that the hearers receive many of the Errors,
Suppose then a hundred Errors and one Truth should be received by the people, they lose a hundred truths for the gaining of one; for in every error received, there is a truth lost to him that receiveth the error,
Suppose then a hundred Errors and one Truth should be received by the people, they loose a hundred truths for the gaining of one; for in every error received, there is a truth lost to him that receives the error,
because every error is contradictory to some truth. Verily he that should lose five pounds to gain a shilling, would at last be forced to cry, Fie on the winning.
Because every error is contradictory to Some truth. Verily he that should loose five pounds to gain a shilling, would At last be forced to cry, Fie on the winning.
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or rather to pervert the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and then tell me what meanes that saying, Galat. 1.8. There be some that trouble you, and would pervert the Gospel of Christ;
or rather to pervert the Gospel of jesus christ, and then tell me what means that saying, Galatians 1.8. There be Some that trouble you, and would pervert the Gospel of christ;
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and that which makes the temptation the more strong and dangerous, is, that all manner of corrupt and rotten tenents, go under the name of higher attainments: True piety is accounted but old formality, and the most wanton Opinionists are reputed for precious Saints. But when Sathan transformes himself into an Angel of light, and his Ministers into Ministers of the Gospel, no marvail if a vizour of holinesse be put upon many strange faces,
and that which makes the temptation the more strong and dangerous, is, that all manner of corrupt and rotten tenants, go under the name of higher attainments: True piety is accounted but old formality, and the most wanton Opinionists Are reputed for precious Saints. But when Sathan transforms himself into an Angel of Light, and his Ministers into Ministers of the Gospel, no marvel if a vizor of holiness be put upon many strange faces,
Doubtlesse, his Holinesse, the Pope, hath much hopes of a great harvest amongst us, for by this time he may be perswaded, that many of those that were so hot against a few Ceremonies, calling them the rags and remnants of Popery, were offended with the rags, because they were but rags, and rejected the remnants of Popery,
Doubtless, his Holiness, the Pope, hath much hope's of a great harvest among us, for by this time he may be persuaded, that many of those that were so hight against a few Ceremonies, calling them the rags and remnants of Popery, were offended with the rags, Because they were but rags, and rejected the remnants of Popery,
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because they had a minde to receive it by the whole piece. What are the Doctrines of Arminius, but pieces of Popery a little more finely dressed, that they may be the more handsomely worne? or a Popish dish more finely cooked to please the palate,
Because they had a mind to receive it by the Whole piece. What Are the Doctrines of Arminius, but Pieces of Popery a little more finely dressed, that they may be the more handsomely worn? or a Popish dish more finely cooked to please the palate,
'Tis not long since this assertion [ that God did choose his Elect for some excellency that he foresaw to be in them ] was presented to some of you, at a private meeting, in a Lordly dish.
It's not long since this assertion [ that God did choose his Elect for Some excellency that he foresaw to be in them ] was presented to Some of you, At a private meeting, in a Lordly dish.
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for after we have thus feasted with them a while, they may expect us willing to fast with them too, seeing Ignorance is become the mother of our Devotion.
for After we have thus feasted with them a while, they may expect us willing to fast with them too, seeing Ignorance is become the mother of our Devotion.
Yea, blessed be his name, he hath reserved to himself, for the good of his Church, a considerable party of faithful Ministers, whom he hath furnished with ability,
Yea, blessed be his name, he hath reserved to himself, for the good of his Church, a considerable party of faithful Ministers, whom he hath furnished with ability,
No doubt but the keyes of Doctrine and Discipline are both Christs ordinary meanes for the saving of soules, yea, the severe censure of excommunication, called a delivering up to Sathan, is but for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus, 1 Cor. 5.5.
No doubt but the keys of Doctrine and Discipline Are both Christ ordinary means for the Saving of Souls, yea, the severe censure of excommunication, called a delivering up to Sathan, is but for the destruction of the Flesh, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord jesus, 1 Cor. 5.5.
And the sharpnesse of Discipline, as Paul likewise tells us is a power that the Lord hath given us to edification, and not to destruction. 2 Cor. 13.10.
And the sharpness of Discipline, as Paul likewise tells us is a power that the Lord hath given us to edification, and not to destruction. 2 Cor. 13.10.
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And if so, then the resisting of this work of Christ, tends to the saving of the flesh, and destroying of the spirit; directly to destruction and not to edification. Bitter Pills,
And if so, then the resisting of this work of christ, tends to the Saving of the Flesh, and destroying of the Spirit; directly to destruction and not to edification. Bitter Pills,
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How doe some plead the disadvantage of these times, as those that cried out The time is not come that the Lords house should be built. Hag. 1.2. others are ready to scorne and deride the work, as Sanballat and Tobias, because of the weaknesse and paucity of the builders.
How do Some plead the disadvantage of these times, as those that cried out The time is not come that the lords house should be built. Hag. 1.2. Others Are ready to scorn and deride the work, as Sanballat and Tobias, Because of the weakness and paucity of the Builders.
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But if the work be the Lords (as I doubt not but it is) he will surely declare, that his strength is made perfect in weaknesse. Others, by reason of their wilfull exorbitances, are bent to reject the yoke of Christ,
But if the work be the lords (as I doubt not but it is) he will surely declare, that his strength is made perfect in weakness. Others, by reason of their wilful exorbitances, Are bent to reject the yoke of christ,
as too heavy for them (though easie in it self) and to say in their hearts, Who is Lord over us? Oh that such would seriously consider that saying of Christ, Luke 19.27. But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither and slay them before me.
as too heavy for them (though easy in it self) and to say in their hearts, Who is Lord over us? O that such would seriously Consider that saying of christ, Lycia 19.27. But those mine enemies, which would not that I should Reign over them, bring hither and slay them before me.
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Remember likewise what I lately told you, that those that would be free from the reach of Christs Discipline, are fitter to be ranked amongst Heathens and Infidells, than to be retained and priviledged as members of the Church of Christ, 1 Cor. 5.12.
remember likewise what I lately told you, that those that would be free from the reach of Christ Discipline, Are fitter to be ranked among heathens and Infidels, than to be retained and privileged as members of the Church of christ, 1 Cor. 5.12.
What have we to doe to judge them that are without? do we not judge them that are within? Those that are without, indeed are free from the rod of Church-discipline,
What have we to do to judge them that Are without? do we not judge them that Are within? Those that Are without, indeed Are free from the rod of Church discipline,
The Church is called Gods building, and Ministers are called builders in Scripture, and the work of edification, or building, consists in mortizing, pinning,
The Church is called God's building, and Ministers Are called Builders in Scripture, and the work of edification, or building, consists in mortizing, pinning,
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and other Officers, yet are they all one Army, under one Generall, who gives them all one word, and one field-mark, whereby his Souldiers may know and owne each other in the Battel;
and other Officers, yet Are they all one Army, under one General, who gives them all one word, and one field-mark, whereby his Soldiers may know and own each other in the Battle;
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and their beauty, strength, safety, and terriblenesse to the Enemy, lies in their order, unity, and cordiall cleaving each to other under their Generall, who is Commander of all.
and their beauty, strength, safety, and terribleness to the Enemy, lies in their order, unity, and cordial cleaving each to other under their General, who is Commander of all.
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So is the Church of Christ one body, under Christ one Lord Generall, knowne by one Word, or profession of Faith, signed by one Baptisme, and animated by one Spirit, engaging in one Cause, and encouraged with one Hope, and by intire adhering each to other, all joyntly following the conduct of Christ the faithfull Captaine Generall of their Salvation, they become beautifull, strong, safe,
So is the Church of christ one body, under christ one Lord General, known by one Word, or profession of Faith, signed by one Baptism, and animated by one Spirit, engaging in one Cause, and encouraged with one Hope, and by entire adhering each to other, all jointly following the conduct of christ the faithful Captain General of their Salvation, they become beautiful, strong, safe,
But doubtlesse Sathan doth not mistake his opportunity of making a prey, and spoyling thousands of soules by the advantage of our late and present distracting divisions.
But doubtless Sathan does not mistake his opportunity of making a prey, and spoiling thousands of Souls by the advantage of our late and present distracting divisions.
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and in one way of worship (he himselfe being a type of Christ, the King of his Church) then was that Psal. 122. composed, wherein we have an Encomium of their happy condition.
and in one Way of worship (he himself being a type of christ, the King of his Church) then was that Psalm 122. composed, wherein we have an Encomium of their happy condition.
If it was Jerusalems happinesse then to be so united, is it not her misery to be so divided? If it were a lovely sight then, to see the tribes of the Lord going up together, to give thanks to the Lord,
If it was Jerusalems happiness then to be so united, is it not her misery to be so divided? If it were a lovely sighed then, to see the tribes of the Lord going up together, to give thanks to the Lord,
but those that cause divisions in the Church, set him upon the rack, to rend limb from limb, and member from member, as is intimated in the words of Paul to the Church of Corinth, when they were full of factions and schismes, 1 Cor. 1.13.
but those that cause divisions in the Church, Set him upon the rack, to rend limb from limb, and member from member, as is intimated in the words of Paul to the Church of Corinth, when they were full of factions and schisms, 1 Cor. 1.13.
and made havock of it, and accounted it as an intolerable injury done unto himself, not onely because he hath a sympathising affection with his Church,
and made havoc of it, and accounted it as an intolerable injury done unto himself, not only Because he hath a sympathising affection with his Church,
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Verily Christ might take up a greater complaint against those, who by their divisions & subdivisions, would teare him limb-meale; and if Paul were smitten down unto the earth,
Verily christ might take up a greater complaint against those, who by their divisions & subdivisions, would tear him limb-meale; and if Paul were smitten down unto the earth,
if they did but consider, and minde the many affectionate calls of Christ in his Word for unity and peace: and the sad complaints by reason of divisions and contentions, and his judgements threatned against the authors and promoters of them.
if they did but Consider, and mind the many affectionate calls of christ in his Word for unity and peace: and the sad complaints by reason of divisions and contentions, and his Judgments threatened against the Authors and promoters of them.
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and (I doubt not, but) those that concerne the unity and peace of the Church, are to be numbred amongst them. Zeph. 3.9. For then will I turn to the people a pure language, that they may call upon the name of the Lord to serve him with one consent. Jer 32.39. And I will give them one heart, and one way, that they may feare me for ever.
and (I doubt not, but) those that concern the unity and peace of the Church, Are to be numbered among them. Zephaniah 3.9. For then will I turn to the people a pure language, that they may call upon the name of the Lord to serve him with one consent. Jer 32.39. And I will give them one heart, and one Way, that they may Fear me for ever.
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Neither will these be esteeemed the meanest Gospel-mercies, for it is said in the latter end of that verse, For the good of them, and their children after them.
Neither will these be esteemed the Meanest Gospel mercies, for it is said in the latter end of that verse, For the good of them, and their children After them.
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But how farre are we from the accomplishment of these things? yea, what probability is there of it in our daies? If one heart and one way be for the good of a people and their children after them (as that fore-mentioned text tells us) then our heart-divisions,
But how Far Are we from the accomplishment of these things? yea, what probability is there of it in our days? If one heart and one Way be for the good of a people and their children After them (as that forementioned text tells us) then our Heart-divisions,
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and different waies are to be looked upon as a sore evil, both to us, and our children after us. And 'tis much to be feared, that the children that are yet unborne, will fare the worse for our present breaches.
and different ways Are to be looked upon as a soar evil, both to us, and our children After us. And it's much to be feared, that the children that Are yet unborn, will fare the Worse for our present Breaches.
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Judge not my reproof and complaint to be superfluous, neither plead for this, as Lot did for Zoar, say not 'tis a little one; but heare a little (besides what is already spoken) what further aggravations of this evill, are found in Scripture.
Judge not my reproof and complaint to be superfluous, neither plead for this, as Lot did for Zoar, say not it's a little one; but hear a little (beside what is already spoken) what further aggravations of this evil, Are found in Scripture.
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and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned, and avoid them: For they that are such, serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their owne belly,
and offences contrary to the Doctrine which you have learned, and avoid them: For they that Are such, serve not our Lord jesus christ, but their own belly,
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When the Apostle bids us mark, and avoid them, doth he not rank them with profane and grosse sinners? we are commanded to withdraw from every brother that walks disorderly, 2 Thes. 3.6.
When the Apostle bids us mark, and avoid them, does he not rank them with profane and gross Sinners? we Are commanded to withdraw from every brother that walks disorderly, 2 Thebes 3.6.
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If the command of withdrawing from such, and the prohibition of eating with such, is because they are scandalous, the argument is of force to prove Church dividers to be scandalous also:
If the command of withdrawing from such, and the prohibition of eating with such, is Because they Are scandalous, the argument is of force to prove Church dividers to be scandalous also:
when Scripture speaks so much against them, and their practises tend more immediately to the Churches overthrow? Breaches in the roof and walls of an house, by which raine beats in,
when Scripture speaks so much against them, and their practises tend more immediately to the Churches overthrow? Breaches in the roof and walls of an house, by which rain beats in,
we must understand it of those that divide by some hereticall and false doctrine onely, and not of those that dissent in some smaller matters about Discipline, or the like.
we must understand it of those that divide by Some heretical and false Doctrine only, and not of those that dissent in Some smaller matters about Discipline, or the like.
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1. Whatever the Apostle particularly intended, I am sure the doctrine of Unity, Peace, and Love, is none of the least of what our Saviour Christ and his Apostles taught;
1. Whatever the Apostle particularly intended, I am sure the Doctrine of Unity, Peace, and Love, is none of the least of what our Saviour christ and his Apostles taught;
how will they justifie their practice, when they make a causelesse breach? Nay, will it not aggravate their sinne? Impium enim, & sacrilegum est divortium, quo in Christi veritate consentiunt distrahere, For it is a wicked and sacrilegious divorce, to pull those asunder, who consent in the truth of Christ.
how will they justify their practice, when they make a causeless breach? Nay, will it not aggravate their sin? Impious enim, & sacrilegum est divortium, quo in Christ veritate consentiunt distrahere, For it is a wicked and sacrilegious divorce, to pull those asunder, who consent in the truth of christ.
and cast these cords away from them, be easily excused? 2. Consider how expresly contrary to the command of Christ this practice is, John 13.34. A new commandement give I unto you, that ye love one another, as I loved you, that ye also love one another.
and cast these cords away from them, be Easily excused? 2. Consider how expressly contrary to the command of christ this practice is, John 13.34. A new Commandment give I unto you, that you love one Another, as I loved you, that you also love one Another.
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3. How expresly contrary it is to that mark, whereby the Disciples of Christ are to be known unto all men. John 13.35. Hereby shall all men know, that ye are my Disciples, if ye love one another.
3. How expressly contrary it is to that mark, whereby the Disciples of christ Are to be known unto all men. John 13.35. Hereby shall all men know, that you Are my Disciples, if you love one Another.
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4. How expresly it is contrary to that Gospel-frame of Spirit, promised in that great Gospel-promise, called the New covenant. Ezek. 11.19. I will give them one heart, and I will put a new spirit within you — where onenesse of heart, and newnesse of spirit, are joyned together.
4. How expressly it is contrary to that Gospel frame of Spirit, promised in that great Gospel promise, called the New Covenant. Ezekiel 11.19. I will give them one heart, and I will put a new Spirit within you — where oneness of heart, and newness of Spirit, Are joined together.
if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, fulfill ye my joy, that ye be like minded, having the same love, being of one accord, and of one minde.
if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and Mercies, fulfil you my joy, that you be like minded, having the same love, being of one accord, and of one mind.
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May we not out of these words have divers patheticall arguments? but, for brevity sake, I shall take that [ if any bowels and mercies ] as another argument for our consideration.
May we not out of these words have diverse pathetical Arguments? but, for brevity sake, I shall take that [ if any bowels and Mercies ] as Another argument for our consideration.
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6. Consider then whether these words doe not imply, that those have cast off bowels and mercies, who by rending and dividing, spare not to pull out the very bowels of the Church? And when Peter saith, 1 Pet. 3.8. Finally be ye all of one minde, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitifull and courteous:
6. Consider then whither these words do not imply, that those have cast off bowels and Mercies, who by rending and dividing, spare not to pull out the very bowels of the Church? And when Peter Says, 1 Pet. 3.8. Finally be the all of one mind, having compassion one of Another, love as brothers, be pitiful and courteous:
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and loving as brethren, and being pitifull, that we may conclude, that true pitty and compassion are banished away, where division and contention possess the heart.
and loving as brothers, and being pitiful, that we may conclude, that true pity and compassion Are banished away, where division and contention possess the heart.
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7. Those that rend and divide in, or from the Church, pretend usually that they would have all things reduced to the primitive pattern; and most necessary, indeed, it is, that we write after that copy:
7. Those that rend and divide in, or from the Church, pretend usually that they would have all things reduced to the primitive pattern; and most necessary, indeed, it is, that we write After that copy:
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But how unlike is a Church divided, rent and torne, to that Church that continued with one accord in the Temple, praising God, being of one heart, and of one soule?
But how unlike is a Church divided, rend and torn, to that Church that continued with one accord in the Temple, praising God, being of one heart, and of one soul?
But how unlike unto his example is the practise of those that build up walls of partition and separation between Christian and Christian, sow discord among brethren, and spare not to smite the Lords sheepherds, that the sheep may be scattered? Will the Lord account this an acceptable piece of service? nay, is it not an abomination to him? See Prov. 6.16, 17, 18, 19. These six things doth the Lord hate,
But how unlike unto his Exampl is the practice of those that built up walls of partition and separation between Christian and Christian, sow discord among brothers, and spare not to smite the lords shepherds, that the sheep may be scattered? Will the Lord account this an acceptable piece of service? nay, is it not an abomination to him? See Curae 6.16, 17, 18, 19. These six things does the Lord hate,
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than ever any shall receive by all their ranglings, and perverse disputings for things that are of sevenfold lesse consequence than the Church 's unity and peace. And I doubt not (my brethren in the work of the Gospel) but your late and continued prayers,
than ever any shall receive by all their ranglings, and perverse disputings for things that Are of sevenfold less consequence than the Church is unity and peace. And I doubt not (my brothers in the work of the Gospel) but your late and continued Prayers,
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and be as zealous for unity and peace, as others are for strife and contention; and if there be no remedy but we must strive, let us strive and pray for the peace of Jerusalem, yea, let us strive with God in prayer, that her walls may be built up, and that peace may be within her walls,
and be as zealous for unity and peace, as Others Are for strife and contention; and if there be no remedy but we must strive, let us strive and pray for the peace of Jerusalem, yea, let us strive with God in prayer, that her walls may be built up, and that peace may be within her walls,
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A fourth fort of those that hinder the salvation of others from their sinnes, are such as are men of evil practises, who by their bad examples, doe mischief to many.
A fourth fort of those that hinder the salvation of Others from their Sins, Are such as Are men of evil practises, who by their bad Examples, do mischief to many.
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spirituall diseases are infectious, and this is one maine reason, why admonition is required, in case of disorderly walking, and excommunication enjoyned in case of obstinate scandall, because sinfull examples are of a leavening, and infectious nature. A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump, examples of evil are more effectuall for mischief,
spiritual diseases Are infectious, and this is one main reason, why admonition is required, in case of disorderly walking, and excommunication enjoined in case of obstinate scandal, Because sinful Examples Are of a leavening, and infectious nature. A little leaven leaveneth the Whole lump, Examples of evil Are more effectual for mischief,
The example of a Minister in evill, is very pernicious, because he is sent to teach the way of Salvation; and people will thinke, that if those, whose calling it is to study, and teach the way of Salvation, doe these things, they may much more doe the same.
The Exampl of a Minister in evil, is very pernicious, Because he is sent to teach the Way of Salvation; and people will think, that if those, whose calling it is to study, and teach the Way of Salvation, do these things, they may much more do the same.
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and superstitiously bent, that it is a hard matter for a godly Minister, succeeding in such a place, to win a little upon them in much time with the most serious and sedulous endeavours.
and superstitiously bent, that it is a hard matter for a godly Minister, succeeding in such a place, to win a little upon them in much time with the most serious and sedulous endeavours.
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They spend an houre or two in teaching people the way to salvation, and the whole week besides in leading them the way to utter destruction. If that saying be true, Longum iter ad doctrinam per praecepta, per exempla vero breve, It is a long way to learn by precept, but short by example;
They spend an hour or two in teaching people the Way to salvation, and the Whole Week beside in leading them the Way to utter destruction. If that saying be true, Longum iter ad Doctrinam per praecepta, per exempla vero breve, It is a long Way to Learn by precept, but short by Exampl;
Then such Ministers teach their people the farthest way to heaven, but the neerest way to hell: It is said of Plato, an ancient Philosopher, that he was crook-back'd,
Then such Ministers teach their people the farthest Way to heaven, but the nearest Way to hell: It is said of Plato, an ancient Philosopher, that he was crookbacked,
Such Ministers are they, that harden the wicked in their wickednesse, grieve the godly, open the mouths of those that vilifie and reproach our Ministry,
Such Ministers Are they, that harden the wicked in their wickedness, grieve the godly, open the mouths of those that vilify and reproach our Ministry,
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and turn the weak and infirm out of the way, like the Sons of Eli, who by their wretched wickednesse, caused the people to abhorre the offering of the Lord.
and turn the weak and infirm out of the Way, like the Sons of Eli, who by their wretched wickedness, caused the people to abhor the offering of the Lord.
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and reduced to a needy craving condition for some small employment. To such may be applyed the woe denounced against the wicked Scribes and Pharisees. Mat. 23.13. Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites, for ye shut up the kingdome of heaven against men;
and reduced to a needy craving condition for Some small employment. To such may be applied the woe denounced against the wicked Scribes and Pharisees. Mathew 23.13. Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites, for you shut up the Kingdom of heaven against men;
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Magistrates are set to be a terrour to evil doers; but when they give bad example, they are teachers of evil doers. A Magistrate 's practise is taken for an authentick example: If a Magistrate go to the Alehouse, no marvell if the profane rabble run: if a Magistrate sit idly there an houre, inferiour drunkards will take leave to sit by it all night: if a Magistrate sweare now and then, the common swearer will think himself secure.
Magistrates Are Set to be a terror to evil doers; but when they give bad Exampl, they Are Teachers of evil doers. A Magistrate is practice is taken for an authentic Exampl: If a Magistrate go to the Alehouse, no marvel if the profane rabble run: if a Magistrate fit idly there an hour, inferior drunkards will take leave to fit by it all night: if a Magistrate swear now and then, the Common swearer will think himself secure.
The evil examples, as well as the remissnesse of many of the Magistracy in England, have been a great cause of swarming wickednesse in all parts of the Land:
The evil Examples, as well as the remissness of many of the Magistracy in England, have been a great cause of swarming wickedness in all parts of the Land:
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The Lord grant that succeeding generations may not imitate the horrible sins, that have been committed in our daies. The outing of scandalous Ministers was judged necessary as a mean of reformation;
The Lord grant that succeeding generations may not imitate the horrible Sins, that have been committed in our days. The outing of scandalous Ministers was judged necessary as a mean of Reformation;
3. The evil example of superiours of neer relation, is very hurtfull, as of Parents and Masters. If Masters be wicked, their Servants will sooner learne their wickednesse, than their trades: Seven years are accounted little enough to learn a trade;
3. The evil Exampl of superiors of near Relation, is very hurtful, as of Parents and Masters. If Masters be wicked, their Servants will sooner Learn their wickedness, than their trades: Seven Years Are accounted little enough to Learn a trade;
If Parents be ungodly, what more to be expected, than that their Children tread in their steps? how sad is it little children babble out oaths and curses,
If Parents be ungodly, what more to be expected, than that their Children tread in their steps? how sad is it little children babble out Oaths and curses,
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but what is lesse to be looked for? Is it any wonder that children of Welch parents speak Welch, that children of Irish parents speak Irish, and that every child speaks the language of his parents, that educate him? Is not our native language therefore called our mother tongue, because we learnt it in the very lap? When we therefore heare children swearing,
but what is less to be looked for? Is it any wonder that children of Welch Parents speak Welch, that children of Irish Parents speak Irish, and that every child speaks the language of his Parents, that educate him? Is not our native language Therefore called our mother tongue, Because we learned it in the very lap? When we Therefore hear children swearing,
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Children naturally grow like their parents in person and feature; but most of all do they resemble them in their ill-favoured conditions and practises: and when we see and hear the profanenesse of children, we may soon know of what breed they are of.
Children naturally grow like their Parents in person and feature; but most of all doe they resemble them in their ill-favoured conditions and practises: and when we see and hear the profaneness of children, we may soon know of what breed they Are of.
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Alas, how sad is the account of such parents, who have received command from God to traine up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, but lead them on in waies of ungodlinesse.
Alas, how sad is the account of such Parents, who have received command from God to train up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, but led them on in ways of ungodliness.
and he restrained them not, what a curse abides upon the persons and families of such parents, who daily teach their children to sinne against God, their own wicked lives being the copies their children write after.
and he restrained them not, what a curse abides upon the Persons and families of such Parents, who daily teach their children to sin against God, their own wicked lives being the copies their children write After.
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and more prejudiced against the waies of God, whereby their salvation from sin is the more difficult. 2. They are emboldned the more to reproach and vilifie the waies and servants of God. 2 Sam. 12.14. By this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the Lord to blaspheme, said the Lord by Nathan to David, when he had fallen into those sins of Adultery and Murther.
and more prejudiced against the ways of God, whereby their salvation from since is the more difficult. 2. They Are emboldened the more to reproach and vilify the ways and Servants of God. 2 Sam. 12.14. By this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the Lord to Blaspheme, said the Lord by Nathan to David, when he had fallen into those Sins of Adultery and Murder.
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as for example, Some that have been long, and some noted in the profession of Religion, allow themselves much liberty of vain talking, unseemly jesting, and sometimes too far complying in evill company:
as for Exampl, some that have been long, and Some noted in the profession of Religion, allow themselves much liberty of vain talking, unseemly jesting, and sometime too Far complying in evil company:
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when they see professors, far more eminent than themselves, not to be so strict, I doubt not but divers Christians can, by experience say, the examples of good men in evil practises, have done them much wrong;
when they see professors, Far more eminent than themselves, not to be so strict, I doubt not but diverse Christians can, by experience say, the Examples of good men in evil practises, have done them much wrong;
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when a noted person for parts and piety receiveth an opinion, how many are swayed by his example? And the temptation in this is more dangerous, than in most practicall miscarriages;
when a noted person for parts and piety receives an opinion, how many Are swayed by his Exampl? And the temptation in this is more dangerous, than in most practical miscarriages;
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Solomon describes the manner how Harlots entice young men to commit folly; you may read it at your leisure, Prov. 7.6. to 24. Drunkards have likewise their enticements to gain their companions, and when they are intangled, they have their various artifices to draw them in to excesse.
Solomon describes the manner how Harlots entice young men to commit folly; you may read it At your leisure, Curae 7.6. to 24. Drunkards have likewise their enticements to gain their Sodales, and when they Are entangled, they have their various artifices to draw them in to excess.
(This the Magistrate may do well to look to.) But it is farre more sad to consider the wickednesse and mischief of such inticers, to the soules of those that are intangled by them:
(This the Magistrate may do well to look to.) But it is Far more sad to Consider the wickedness and mischief of such entices, to the Souls of those that Are entangled by them:
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But alas, what a living is it to live by the sins of men, to destroy souls for a little gain! The Jewes refused to put Judas his thirty pieces of Silver into the Treasury, because it was the price of blood;
But alas, what a living is it to live by the Sins of men, to destroy Souls for a little gain! The Jews refused to put Judas his thirty Pieces of Silver into the Treasury, Because it was the price of blood;
but these inticers make a treasury by the blood of souls, mean while treasuring up to themselves wrath against the d•y of wrath I doubt not but the calling in it self is both lawfull and necessary;
but these entices make a treasury by the blood of Souls, mean while treasuring up to themselves wrath against the d•y of wrath I doubt not but the calling in it self is both lawful and necessary;
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consider how many soules have perished, and are like to perish eternally by thy inticements. Thou that art an inticing drunkard, are not some, whom thou madest thy roaring companions now roaring in hell for the sins that were of thy procurement? When Cain had killed his brother Abel, said God, Where is thy brother Abel — the voice of thy brothers blood crieth unto me from the ground:
Consider how many Souls have perished, and Are like to perish eternally by thy enticements. Thou that art an enticing drunkard, Are not Some, whom thou Madest thy roaring Sodales now roaring in hell for the Sins that were of thy procurement? When Cain had killed his brother Abel, said God, Where is thy brother Abel — the voice of thy Brother's blood cries unto me from the ground:
So may the Lord say to thee, where are thy companions thy brethren? the voice of the blood of their ruined soules, crieth to me from hell: And how art thou cursed from hell, which hath opened her mouth to receive thy companions souls at thy hand!
So may the Lord say to thee, where Are thy Sodales thy brothers? the voice of the blood of their ruined Souls, cries to me from hell: And how art thou cursed from hell, which hath opened her Mouth to receive thy Sodales Souls At thy hand!
and all men cry out of thee, as a most desperate and wicked wretch, unfit to live upon the earth? O the blood of souls is most precious blood; the destroying of one soule is more than the killing of a hundred innocent persons, and this is the sin, even soule murther, that thou art guilty of;
and all men cry out of thee, as a most desperate and wicked wretch, unfit to live upon the earth? O the blood of Souls is most precious blood; the destroying of one soul is more than the killing of a hundred innocent Persons, and this is the since, even soul murder, that thou art guilty of;
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therefore when Sathan had overcome Eve, he makes use of her to tempt her husband, as being a more likely way to prevaile, than to treat with him himself.
Therefore when Sathan had overcome Eve, he makes use of her to tempt her husband, as being a more likely Way to prevail, than to Treat with him himself.
For they will turne away thy son from following me, that they may serve other Gods. And Paul giveth the like admonition to the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 6.14. Be not unequally yoked together with unbelievers.
For they will turn away thy son from following me, that they may serve other God's And Paul gives the like admonition to the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 6.14. Be not unequally yoked together with unbelievers.
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Thou that art an inticing husband, canst thou not be content to perish alone, but thou must needs draw thy wife to the same eternall ruine with thee? Thou that art an inticing wife, canst thou not be satisfied to perish alone,
Thou that art an enticing husband, Canst thou not be content to perish alone, but thou must needs draw thy wife to the same Eternal ruin with thee? Thou that art an enticing wife, Canst thou not be satisfied to perish alone,
but thou must draw thy husband to the same everlasting torment with thee? must you needs go to hell by couples? As those that have been happy instruments in saving their yoke-fellows, shall reap the everlasting comfort of it:
but thou must draw thy husband to the same everlasting torment with thee? must you needs go to hell by couples? As those that have been happy Instruments in Saving their yoke-fellows, shall reap the everlasting Comfort of it:
So, on the contrary, it will be an everlasting torment to those husbands and wives, who have been Sathans instruments in destroying each others soules.
So, on the contrary, it will be an everlasting torment to those Husbands and wives, who have been Satan's Instruments in destroying each Others Souls.
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The last way I shall mention, of hindring the saving of people from their sins, is by persecution. Although now there is not (blessed be God) such open persecution with violence,
The last Way I shall mention, of hindering the Saving of people from their Sins, is by persecution. Although now there is not (blessed be God) such open persecution with violence,
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Yet, the scornes, decisions, and abuses, that have been offered to the waies and servants of God, have been a great means to hinder some, by discouraging them in the way & to turn others out of the good way, wherein they were going.
Yet, the scorns, decisions, and Abuses, that have been offered to the ways and Servants of God, have been a great means to hinder Some, by discouraging them in the Way & to turn Others out of the good Way, wherein they were going.
In these times (I confess) a slight forme of godlinesse, and some smooth words, About matters of Religion especially the arguing of controversies in divers opinions, is in great credit,
In these times (I confess) a slight Form of godliness, and Some smooth words, About matters of Religion especially the arguing of controversies in diverse opinions, is in great credit,
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He that will be a Christian indeed, shall be reviled by the profane party on the one hand for his precisenesse and scorned and vilified by our Novelists on the other hand,
He that will be a Christian indeed, shall be reviled by the profane party on the one hand for his preciseness and scorned and vilified by our Novelists on the other hand,
Is not ancient serious christian practice every where spoken against by the wantons of our age, who account old stedfast professors no better than Pharisees, and Selfe-justitiaries? It was a cruell practice of Paul, before his conversion, that he persecuted the Saints, shutting many of them up in prison,
Is not ancient serious christian practice every where spoken against by the wantons of our age, who account old steadfast professors no better than Pharisees, and Selfe-justitiaries? It was a cruel practice of Paul, before his conversion, that he persecuted the Saints, shutting many of them up in prison,
but the most mischievous of all was that he compelled them to blaspheme, Acts 26 10, 11. The other were but temporal sufferings, this a spirituall mischief. So now may we say, it was a murtherous practice in Bonner, and others, that burned the Saints in the daies of Queen Mary: but of far more evil consequence is the sin of those, that by scoffs,
but the most mischievous of all was that he compelled them to Blaspheme, Acts 26 10, 11. The other were but temporal sufferings, this a spiritual mischief. So now may we say, it was a murderous practice in Bonner, and Others, that burned the Saints in the days of Queen Marry: but of Far more evil consequence is the since of those, that by scoffs,
and approved wayes of God, and rejoice in it, as if they had done God good service. O how doth this confirm the ungodly in the midst of their wickednesse!
and approved ways of God, and rejoice in it, as if they had done God good service. Oh how does this confirm the ungodly in the midst of their wickedness!
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while they are in the gall of bitternesse, and bond of iniquity; their lives & conversations plainly declaring, that they are as great strangers to the worth of Regeneration, as ever Nichodemus was;
while they Are in the Gall of bitterness, and bound of iniquity; their lives & conversations plainly declaring, that they Are as great Strangers to the worth of Regeneration, as ever Nicodemus was;
Suppose thou hadst seen the vision of John, in the opening of the fifth Seal, Rev. 6.9, 10. and hadst beheld under the Altar, the Soules of them that were slain for the Word of God,
Suppose thou Hadst seen the vision of John, in the opening of the fifth Seal, Rev. 6.9, 10. and Hadst beheld under the Altar, the Souls of them that were slave for the Word of God,
wouldst thou not have blessed thy selfe from being of the number of them, that should have a hand in their blood? But there will a louder, and more direfull cry from poor damned soules in hell be lifted up for vengeance against thee,
Wouldst thou not have blessed thy self from being of the number of them, that should have a hand in their blood? But there will a Louder, and more direful cry from poor damned Souls in hell be lifted up for vengeance against thee,
The Martyrs, that were slain, died but temporally to live eternally; but those poor Soules, whom thou hast taught to score at holinesse indeed, must die eternally and without recovery.
The Martyrs, that were slave, died but temporally to live eternally; but those poor Souls, whom thou hast taught to score At holiness indeed, must die eternally and without recovery.
and self-admiring Scorners at Godlinesse, had but the loud cry of dying souls, that by their means perish in their wickedness, continually ringing in their eares, that it might be a means to recover them out of their sin before they be also condemned to the same pit of hellish howling.
and Self-admiring Scorner's At Godliness, had but the loud cry of dying Souls, that by their means perish in their wickedness, continually ringing in their ears, that it might be a means to recover them out of their since before they be also condemned to the same pit of hellish howling.
CHAP. V. FIrst let me exhort you in generall to get your hearts deeply possessed with the consideration of this truth, That the great work of Christ our Saviour, is the saving of his people from their sinnes.
CHAP. V. First let me exhort you in general to get your hearts deeply possessed with the consideration of this truth, That the great work of christ our Saviour, is the Saving of his people from their Sins.
Hath not thy deceitfull heart wedded to corruption, silenced the voice, and quieted the workings of conscience, by telling it [ this work of turning to God,
Hath not thy deceitful heart wedded to corruption, silenced the voice, and quieted the workings of conscience, by telling it [ this work of turning to God,
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& not upon sin it self? for were sin accounted a greter, or as great an evil as suffering, yea, were it accounted an evil of any moment at all, there would be no pleading for a little more slumber, a litle more folding of the hands to sleep in sin.
& not upon sin it self? for were sin accounted a greater, or as great an evil as suffering, yea, were it accounted an evil of any moment At all, there would be no pleading for a little more slumber, a little more folding of the hands to sleep in since.
Is it not ignorance in this point, that is the cause why so many, in these times, will not account a Sermon of repentance or holinesse, worth the hearing,
Is it not ignorance in this point, that is the cause why so many, in these times, will not account a Sermon of Repentance or holiness, worth the hearing,
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and that the Preacher, that spends much time upon such subjects, is esteemed no better than ignorant of the mysteries of the Gospel? Is not ignorance of this doctrine the cause why so many self-conceited, self-sending teachers, meddle so little with the propheticall,
and that the Preacher, that spends much time upon such subject's, is esteemed no better than ignorant of the Mysteres of the Gospel? Is not ignorance of this Doctrine the cause why so many self-conceited, self-sending Teachers, meddle so little with the prophetical,
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and kingly office of Christ, and insist almost wholly upon his Priestly office, and handle that but by the halves too? They are much upon the satisfaction, which Christ hath made to God for sinne by his fulfilling the Law, and suffering for us:
and kingly office of christ, and insist almost wholly upon his Priestly office, and handle that but by the halves too? They Are much upon the satisfaction, which christ hath made to God for sin by his fulfilling the Law, and suffering for us:
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Verily every office of Christ is very necessary to the saving of his people: His Propheticall office is necessary to their teaching and enlightning in the waies of holinesse his Kingly office is necessary for the subduing of rebellious lusts and affections, for the conducting of them;
Verily every office of christ is very necessary to the Saving of his people: His Prophetical office is necessary to their teaching and enlightening in the ways of holiness his Kingly office is necessary for the subduing of rebellious Lustiest and affections, for the conducting of them;
and leading them on in the paths of righteousnesse, and his purchase (as he is our Priest) of sanctifying grace is as necessary as his obtaining pardoning grace for us.
and leading them on in the paths of righteousness, and his purchase (as he is our Priest) of sanctifying grace is as necessary as his obtaining pardoning grace for us.
even in many of the children of God themselves in their whole spirituall course. Tell me truly, thou that fearest God, and dissemble no longer to thy own injury,
even in many of the children of God themselves in their Whole spiritual course. Tell me truly, thou that Fearest God, and dissemble no longer to thy own injury,
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] Whence now comes such evill and carnall reasonings in thy heart, but from hence, that thou little considerest that the great work and care of Christ is to save thee from thy sinnes? Thou lookest upon suffering as the greatest evil,
] Whence now comes such evil and carnal reasonings in thy heart, but from hence, that thou little Considerest that the great work and care of christ is to save thee from thy Sins? Thou Lookest upon suffering as the greatest evil,
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thou thinkest free-grace is chiefly, yea, almost wholly, if not onely, to be admired in the remission of sinnes, and magnified in the justification of Gods Elect diminishing his grace in their sanctification. O how exceedingly is God dishonoured, not onely by wicked men, but even by his own children also,
thou Thinkest Free grace is chiefly, yea, almost wholly, if not only, to be admired in the remission of Sins, and magnified in the justification of God's Elect diminishing his grace in their sanctification. Oh how exceedingly is God dishonoured, not only by wicked men, but even by his own children also,
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and see whether thou hast not exceedingly straitned the sense and meaning of them, by conceiving them to speak of salvation from the fruits of sin onely,
and see whither thou hast not exceedingly straitened the sense and meaning of them, by conceiving them to speak of salvation from the fruits of since only,
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Did not these words in the text, He shall save his people from their sinnes, and these words, Behold the lambe of God, which taketh away the sinnes of the world, seem to thee to be meant onely of the guilt and punishment of sinne? O learn now more clearly and fully to understand the sense of Scripture concerning Gospel-grace, and know, that Christs saving his people, by sanctifying them,
Did not these words in the text, He shall save his people from their Sins, and these words, Behold the lamb of God, which Takes away the Sins of the world, seem to thee to be meant only of the guilt and punishment of sin? Oh Learn now more clearly and Fully to understand the sense of Scripture Concerning Gospel-grace, and know, that Christ Saving his people, by sanctifying them,
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And here, that I may help your understanding a little, I shall instance 1. In the Sacraments and Types. 2. In the Promises. 3. In the Prophesies of the old Testament. 4. In the Sacraments of the new Testament. 5. In the Gospel-invitations, together with some other texts of Scripture.
And Here, that I may help your understanding a little, I shall instance 1. In the Sacraments and Types. 2. In the Promises. 3. In the prophecies of the old Testament. 4. In the Sacraments of the new Testament. 5. In the Gospel invitations, together with Some other texts of Scripture.
1. For the Sacraments, which were ordinary in the old Testament, Circumcision of the flesh signified circumcising, that is, the sanctifying of the heart. Deut. 30.6.
1. For the Sacraments, which were ordinary in the old Testament, Circumcision of the Flesh signified circumcising, that is, the sanctifying of the heart. Deuteronomy 30.6.
for all these nations are uncircumcised, and all the house of Israel are uncircumcised in the heart. Acts 7.51. Ye stiff-necked, and uncircumcised in heart, and eares, ye doe alwaies resist the holy Ghost;
for all these Nations Are uncircumcised, and all the house of Israel Are uncircumcised in the heart. Acts 7.51. You Stiffnecked, and uncircumcised in heart, and ears, you do always resist the holy Ghost;
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The Baptism in the cloud, and in the red Sea, figured the same which is now signified by our Baptism under the Gospel, of which I shall speak in its due place.
The Baptism in the cloud, and in the read Sea, figured the same which is now signified by our Baptism under the Gospel, of which I shall speak in its due place.
Christ himself thus expounded what the Manna signified, as you may read at large. Ioh. 6.48. to 59. The Brazen serpent, Numb. 21.9. with Iohn 3.14, 15. was a type of Christ, restoring spirituall life, as well as delivering from the death of condemnation.
christ himself thus expounded what the Manna signified, as you may read At large. John 6.48. to 59. The Brazen serpent, Numb. 21.9. with John 3.14, 15. was a type of christ, restoring spiritual life, as well as delivering from the death of condemnation.
As Moses lifted up the Serpent in the wildernesse, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
As Moses lifted up the Serpent in the Wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
And this is life eternall, that they might know thee the onely true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent, John 17.3. The Laver, Exod. 30.17. typified our sanctification by the Blood of Jesus Christ.
And this is life Eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and jesus christ, whom thou hast sent, John 17.3. The Laver, Exod 30.17. typified our sanctification by the Blood of jesus christ.
Eph. 5 25, 26. Even as Christ also loved the Church, and gave himselfe for it, that he might sanctifie and cleanse it with the washing of water by the Word.
Ephesians 5 25, 26. Even as christ also loved the Church, and gave himself for it, that he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the Word.
We read of the Laver of regeneration, Tit. 3.5. NONLATINALPHABET. According to his mercy he saved us by the washing of regeneration, and renuing of the holy Ghost.
We read of the Laver of regeneration, Tit. 3.5.. According to his mercy he saved us by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the holy Ghost.
Heb. 9. 1•, 14. For if the blood of Bulls and of Goats, and the ashes of an Heighfer sprinkling the uncleane, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh,
Hebrew 9. 1•, 14. For if the blood of Bulls and of Goats, and the Ashes of an Heighfer sprinkling the unclean, Sanctifieth to the purifying of the Flesh,
How much more shall the blood of Christ, who, through the eternall spirit, offered himselfe without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead workes, to serve the living God! chap. 10.22.
How much more shall the blood of christ, who, through the Eternal Spirit, offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works, to serve the living God! chap. 10.22.
and our bodies washed with pure water. 2. Let us consider the Promises, even of the covenant of promise. Jer. 31.33. But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel:
and our bodies washed with pure water. 2. Let us Consider the Promises, even of the Covenant of promise. Jer. 31.33. But this is the Covenant that I will make with the house of Israel:
3. Let us consider the Prophesies. Zach. 13.1. In that day there shall be a fountaine opened to the house of David, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem for sin, and for uncleannesse.
3. Let us Consider the prophecies. Zach 13.1. In that day there shall be a fountain opened to the house of David, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem for since, and for uncleanness.
Isa. 61.1, 2, 3. The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek, he hath sent me to binde up the broken hearted, to proclaime liberty to the captives,
Isaiah 61.1, 2, 3. The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, Because the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek, he hath sent me to bind up the broken hearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives,
and the opening of the prison to them that are bound, &c. This freedom here spoken of, is from a state of thraldome in sin, from the bondage of corruption, as well as from the obligation to punishment;
and the opening of the prison to them that Are bound, etc. This freedom Here spoken of, is from a state of thraldom in since, from the bondage of corruption, as well as from the obligation to punishment;
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And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he shall purifie the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer to the Lord an offering in righteousnesse.
And he shall fit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he shall purify the Sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer to the Lord an offering in righteousness.
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and remain on him, the same is he which baptiseth with the holy Ghost. See also chap. 5.3. Except a man be born of water, and of the spirit, &c. Here the water of Baptism signifies Regeneration by the spirit of Christ, Tit. 3.5. 1 Pet. 3.21.
and remain on him, the same is he which baptizeth with the holy Ghost. See also chap. 5.3. Except a man be born of water, and of the Spirit, etc. Here the water of Baptism signifies Regeneration by the Spirit of christ, Tit. 3.5. 1 Pet. 3.21.
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In these texts we see free and gracious offers made to the thirsty, and accordingly our Saviour Christ pronounceth them blessed, which do hunger and thirst after righteousnesse, Mat. 5.6. Hungring and thirsting are metaphoricall expressions, and signifie the earnest and importunate desire of the soule;
In these texts we see free and gracious offers made to the thirsty, and accordingly our Saviour christ pronounceth them blessed, which do hunger and thirst After righteousness, Mathew 5.6. Hungering and thirsting Are metaphorical expressions, and signify the earnest and importunate desire of the soul;
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Now let it be considered, whether the offers, before mentioned, be onely of pardoning grace, and the blessednesse, Christ speaketh of, be to such as hunger and thrist after his justifying righteousnesse onely; or whether sanctifying grace is not here principally (I do not say, only) intended.
Now let it be considered, whither the offers, before mentioned, be only of pardoning grace, and the blessedness, christ speaks of, be to such as hunger and thrist After his justifying righteousness only; or whither sanctifying grace is not Here principally (I do not say, only) intended.
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Should we understand these of pardoning and justifying grace alone, who would not desire such grace, that ever heard of it? Should the blessedness here spoken of belong to all that earnestly desire Christs justifying righteousnesse who among us, would fall short of the blessing, that ever heard the Gospel preached? The most wicked among us desire to be pardoned for the sake of Christ, and justified by his righteousnesse;
Should we understand these of pardoning and justifying grace alone, who would not desire such grace, that ever herd of it? Should the blessedness Here spoken of belong to all that earnestly desire Christ justifying righteousness who among us, would fallen short of the blessing, that ever herd the Gospel preached? The most wicked among us desire to be pardoned for the sake of christ, and justified by his righteousness;
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and so the multitude of wicked and ungodly men, that live and die in their sinnes, would be pronounced blessed by Christ himself, it here were no more intended.
and so the multitude of wicked and ungodly men, that live and die in their Sins, would be pronounced blessed by christ himself, it Here were no more intended.
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for who would be willing to be condemned? But those gracious offers hold forth to us both pardoning and sanctifying grace; and sanctifying grace more especially: Hear John explaining the invitation of Christ forementioned, John 7.37, 38, 39. But this he spake of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive.
for who would be willing to be condemned? But those gracious offers hold forth to us both pardoning and sanctifying grace; and sanctifying grace more especially: Hear John explaining the invitation of christ forementioned, John 7.37, 38, 39. But this he spoke of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive.
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Here let me ask the sound Believer, What hast thou hungred and thirsted after? what hath been thy desire? didst thou never earnestly desire sanctifying grace? dost thou not still finde it to be thy greatest want? dost thou not daily beg it at the hand of God? would the assurance of a pardon content thy soule,
Here let me ask the found Believer, What hast thou hungered and thirsted After? what hath been thy desire? didst thou never earnestly desire sanctifying grace? dost thou not still find it to be thy greatest want? dost thou not daily beg it At the hand of God? would the assurance of a pardon content thy soul,
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These expressions are also metaphoricall, and (reteining the Metaphor) what is the burden here spoken of? If it were onely the burden of wrath, due for sin, Cain and Judas groaned under the burden,
These expressions Are also metaphorical, and (retaining the Metaphor) what is the burden Here spoken of? If it were only the burden of wrath, due for since, Cain and Judas groaned under the burden,
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And what reason have we to think, that Cain or Judas were unwilling that Christ should ease them of that horrour and judgement their souls lay under? Yea, let me adde, I doubt not but all the Devils in Hell would be willingly eased of the intolerable burden of Gods eternal vengeance.
And what reason have we to think, that Cain or Judas were unwilling that christ should ease them of that horror and judgement their Souls lay under? Yea, let me add, I doubt not but all the Devils in Hell would be willingly eased of the intolerable burden of God's Eternal vengeance.
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And in this, as James compares the faith that is not saving with the faith of Devils, Jam. 2.19 so may I compare the desire that is not saving, with the desire of Devils. The burden then here spoken of, is the burden of sin it selfe, with the wrath of God,
And in this, as James compares the faith that is not Saving with the faith of Devils, Jam. 2.19 so may I compare the desire that is not Saving, with the desire of Devils. The burden then Here spoken of, is the burden of since it self, with the wrath of God,
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as the fruit of it, and those that have found, or shall find, ease by Christ, are such as groan under the intolerable burden of sin it self, and not meerly under the burden of wrath. And here I might also appeal to the sincere Christian, Wouldst thou think thy self sufficiently eased of thy burden, if Christ should onely deliver thee from eternall torments? would the body of sin be no burden to thee? would it be a pleasure to bear it about thee? It was Paul 's greatest burden, it made him (groaning and panting after ease) cry out NONLATINALPHABET, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death.
as the fruit of it, and those that have found, or shall find, ease by christ, Are such as groan under the intolerable burden of sin it self, and not merely under the burden of wrath. And Here I might also appeal to the sincere Christian, Wouldst thou think thy self sufficiently eased of thy burden, if christ should only deliver thee from Eternal torments? would the body of since be no burden to thee? would it be a pleasure to bear it about thee? It was Paul is greatest burden, it made him (groaning and panting After ease) cry out, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death.
When Paul states the doctrine of salvation by free grace, he magnifies free grace mainly in the sanctification, and not meerely in the justification of the sinner. Ephes. 2.8. By grace ye are saved through faith, and not of your selves, it is the gift of God.
When Paul states the Doctrine of salvation by free grace, he Magnifies free grace mainly in the sanctification, and not merely in the justification of the sinner. Ephesians 2.8. By grace you Are saved through faith, and not of your selves, it is the gift of God.
What this salvation here spoken of is, let the Apostle himselfe declare in the foregoing verses. Ver. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. And you hath he quickned, who were dead in trespasses and sins, wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world — but God, who is rich in mercy,
What this salvation Here spoken of is, let the Apostle himself declare in the foregoing Verses. Ver. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. And you hath he quickened, who were dead in Trespasses and Sins, wherein in time passed you walked according to the course of this world — but God, who is rich in mercy,
for his great mercy, wherewith he loved us, even when we were dead in sins, hath quickned us together with Christ (by grace ye are saved.) In which verses you plainly see, that Grace is magnified up in the quickning from death in trespasses and sins, to live the life of grace.
for his great mercy, wherewith he loved us, even when we were dead in Sins, hath quickened us together with christ (by grace you Are saved.) In which Verses you plainly see, that Grace is magnified up in the quickening from death in Trespasses and Sins, to live the life of grace.
So likewise saith Paul to Tit. c. 33. to 7. For we our selves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hatefull, and hating one another.
So likewise Says Paul to Tit. c. 33. to 7. For we our selves also were sometime foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one Another.
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but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renuing of the holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour.
but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly, through jesus christ our Saviour.
In which he shews, first, what was our misery, to wit, a state of foolishnesse, disobedience, &c. ver. 3. Secondly, he declares the moving cause of our salvation, to wit, not our works,
In which he shows, First, what was our misery, to wit, a state of foolishness, disobedience, etc. for. 3. Secondly, he declares the moving cause of our salvation, to wit, not our works,
and that is done by the washing of Regeneration, and renuing of the holy Ghost, &c. ver. 5, 6. And herein the kindnesse and love of God our Saviour towards man appeareth, ver. 4. Justifying grace is afterwards mentioned, v. 7.
and that is done by the washing of Regeneration, and renewing of the holy Ghost, etc. for. 5, 6. And herein the kindness and love of God our Saviour towards man appears, ver. 4. Justifying grace is afterwards mentioned, v. 7.
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and almost wholly of justifying grace. But the reason of that is, because he there disputed the question of justification with those, that sought it by a legal righteousness of their own;
and almost wholly of justifying grace. But the reason of that is, Because he there disputed the question of justification with those, that sought it by a Legal righteousness of their own;
yet, in the following chapters he shews the vertues of Christs death, for the killing of sinne, and of his resurrection for our arising to newnesse of life.
yet, in the following Chapters he shows the Virtues of Christ death, for the killing of sin, and of his resurrection for our arising to newness of life.
But where no controversie lies in his way, but the doctrine of salvation is intirely to be handled, he states salvation mainly in the sanctification of the soul,
But where no controversy lies in his Way, but the Doctrine of salvation is entirely to be handled, he states salvation mainly in the sanctification of the soul,
And towards the full attainment of this, it is that he presseth forwards, ver. 12.13. Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect; but I follow after, &c.
And towards the full attainment of this, it is that he Presseth forward, ver. 12.13. Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect; but I follow After, etc.
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And in the fifth chap. with the former part of the sixt, having directed him how to teach the duties of persons in their severall relations, he addes, These things teach and exhort, ver. 2. And if any man teach otherwise,
And in the fifth chap. with the former part of the sixt, having directed him how to teach the duties of Persons in their several relations, he adds, These things teach and exhort, ver. 2. And if any man teach otherwise,
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and consent not to wholsome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine, which is according to godlinesse, he is proud, knowing nothing,
and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord jesus christ, and to the Doctrine, which is according to godliness, he is proud, knowing nothing,
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but doting about questions, &c. The Doctrines that are now vented against the power of godlinesse, are but the fruit of the proud dotage of the times wherein we live;
but doting about questions, etc. The Doctrines that Are now vented against the power of godliness, Are but the fruit of the proud dotage of the times wherein we live;
for the mysterie of the Gospel is called the mysterie of godlinesse. 1 Tim. 3.16. And without controversie great is the mysterie of godlinesse, God manifest in the flesh, &c. Let it be further considered, that when Paul professedly handleth the doctrine of Gods speciall distinguishing grace, he opposeth saving grace (as I formerly observed) to hardning in sin, rather than perishing for sin. Ro. 9.18. He will have mercy upon whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardneth.
for the mystery of the Gospel is called the mystery of godliness. 1 Tim. 3.16. And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness, God manifest in the Flesh, etc. Let it be further considered, that when Paul professedly handleth the Doctrine of God's special distinguishing grace, he Opposeth Saving grace (as I formerly observed) to hardening in since, rather than perishing for since. Ro. 9.18. He will have mercy upon whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he Hardeneth.
I might give you divers other Scriptures, but these may suffice, being thus opened, to help you in the better understanding of the doctrine of Saving grace.
I might give you diverse other Scriptures, but these may suffice, being thus opened, to help you in the better understanding of the Doctrine of Saving grace.
Consider well of these, and see wherein thy salvation lies, and labour in the use of all the meanes that God affords thee for the saving of thy soul from sin:
Consider well of these, and see wherein thy salvation lies, and labour in the use of all the means that God affords thee for the Saving of thy soul from since:
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Obj. But methink I heare some already whispering, what, must we be saved by our graces, and duties? What kinde of Popish doctrine is this? To which I answer,
Object But Methinks I hear Some already whispering, what, must we be saved by our graces, and duties? What kind of Popish Doctrine is this? To which I answer,
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Answ. This is the great Objection whereby Sathan, that grand Deceiver, hath hardned many against the most pressing arguments of the most serious Ambassadors of Christ, to holinesse of life.
Answer This is the great Objection whereby Sathan, that grand Deceiver, hath hardened many against the most pressing Arguments of the most serious ambassadors of christ, to holiness of life.
Upon this one slender cavil, many, for fear of Popery, are become Antinomians, I may better say, professed Libertines: And for fear of being their own Saviours, have refused to be saved by the purifying blood and spirit of Jesus Christ.
Upon this one slender cavil, many, for Fear of Popery, Are become Antinomians, I may better say, professed Libertines: And for Fear of being their own Saviors, have refused to be saved by the purifying blood and Spirit of jesus christ.
2. Mans Salvation consists of two parts (opposite to those two evils) 1. Sanctification, which is his Salvation fron Sin. 2. Pardon of Sin and Justification, whereby he is delivered from Guilt and Condemnation:
2. men Salvation consists of two parts (opposite to those two evils) 1. Sanctification, which is his Salvation fron Sin. 2. Pardon of since and Justification, whereby he is Delivered from Gilded and Condemnation:
3. Justification and Sanctification are both concomitant, and inseparable twins of unspeakable Mercy and Free-grace, proceeding from the tender bowels of Jesus Christ.
3. Justification and Sanctification Are both concomitant, and inseparable twins of unspeakable Mercy and Free grace, proceeding from the tender bowels of jesus christ.
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5. As no man is saved from wrath and condemnation, but by being pardoned and justified, so no man is saved from sin, but by being sanctified. And thus salvation depends upon sanctification ▪ And what danger is in this Doctrine? I am sure the ruine of the soule depends upon the contrary.
5. As no man is saved from wrath and condemnation, but by being pardoned and justified, so no man is saved from since, but by being sanctified. And thus salvation depends upon sanctification ▪ And what danger is in this Doctrine? I am sure the ruin of the soul depends upon the contrary.
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6. Justification is a relative change wrought without us, Sanctification is a reall work wrought upon us. Christ is the Author, but Man is the Subject of Sanctification:
6. Justification is a relative change wrought without us, Sanctification is a real work wrought upon us. christ is the Author, but Man is the Subject of Sanctification:
Now must we be afraid of setting forth in the strength of grace communicated, lest we dishonour the work of Christ? Is Christ dishonoured by our walking, running, striving, pressing forward in the waies of his Commandements? When Christ raised Lazarus from the Grave, he wrought a reall miracle in causing his soule to return into his body, whereby he received life again.
Now must we be afraid of setting forth in the strength of grace communicated, lest we dishonour the work of christ? Is christ dishonoured by our walking, running, striving, pressing forward in the ways of his commandments? When christ raised Lazarus from the Grave, he wrought a real miracle in causing his soul to return into his body, whereby he received life again.
that which is the great work of Christ, must be your great work also, wherein you must diligently labour in subordination to him, to wit, in the saving of your souls from sin.
that which is the great work of christ, must be your great work also, wherein you must diligently labour in subordination to him, to wit, in the Saving of your Souls from since.
Art thou yet, poor soul, in thy naturall condition, under the power of Sin and Satan? O consider, thou art in a sad condition, thou art lying under the greatest misery, and thy great work is all yet to do;
Art thou yet, poor soul, in thy natural condition, under the power of since and Satan? O Consider, thou art in a sad condition, thou art lying under the greatest misery, and thy great work is all yet to do;
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but if thou art not willing to leave thy sin, why dost thou complaine for want of power? Doubtless, the same that Christ charged upon the Jewes, Iohn 5.40.
but if thou art not willing to leave thy since, why dost thou complain for want of power? Doubtless, the same that christ charged upon the Jews, John 5.40.
So may I say, how often hath the Lord tendred unto thee saving grace, and thou wouldst not accept it? Were thy defect a meere simple impotency, thy condition were the more excusable;
So may I say, how often hath the Lord tendered unto thee Saving grace, and thou Wouldst not accept it? Were thy defect a mere simple impotency, thy condition were the more excusable;
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Turne ye, turne ye from your evill waies, for why will ye die, O ye house of Israel? Hath not God also abundantly declared his willingnesse in the giving of his Son? Iohn 3.16.
Turn you, turn you from your evil ways, for why will you die, Oh you house of Israel? Hath not God also abundantly declared his willingness in the giving of his Son? John 3.16.
2. Christ is willing, & had he not been so, he would never have laid down his life, to open a way for thy salvation. Were he unwilling, he would not send his Ambassadours to pray and beseech thee to accept of his help.
2. christ is willing, & had he not been so, he would never have laid down his life, to open a Way for thy salvation. Were he unwilling, he would not send his ambassadors to pray and beseech thee to accept of his help.
Hath God declared his willingness by his word and oath, and the death of his Son? And hath Christ declared his willingnesse, by giving himself a ransome sufficient for thy soul? Doth he offer to cleanse,
Hath God declared his willingness by his word and oath, and the death of his Son? And hath christ declared his willingness, by giving himself a ransom sufficient for thy soul? Does he offer to cleanse,
and purify thee with his dearest bloud? Doe the Gospell-invitations, Come, come, come, often sound in thine eares? Doth he stretch forth his hand all the day long for thy help,
and purify thee with his dearest blood? Doe the Gospell-invitations, Come, come, come, often found in thine ears? Does he stretch forth his hand all the day long for thy help,
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and blame thee for thy backwardnesse to thy own good? Where is now the fault but onely in thy selfe? How doth the Lord still exercise patience and long-suffering, wooing & waiting for thy accepting of his gracious offers;
and blame thee for thy backwardness to thy own good? Where is now the fault but only in thy self? How does the Lord still exercise patience and long-suffering, wooing & waiting for thy accepting of his gracious offers;
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Is not this man guilty of his own death? and will not all that hear it, say, [ He might have been a living man, would he but have taken the Physitians counsell ] Is not this the very condition of thy soule (poore carnal wretch?) Thy disease is mortal;
Is not this man guilty of his own death? and will not all that hear it, say, [ He might have been a living man, would he but have taken the Physicians counsel ] Is not this the very condition of thy soul (poor carnal wretch?) Thy disease is Mortal;
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and how often hath the Lord (the spiritual Physitian) sent his Messengers, declaring to thee the pernicious danger of thy sinne, that it will be thy eternal ruine,
and how often hath the Lord (the spiritual physician) sent his Messengers, declaring to thee the pernicious danger of thy sin, that it will be thy Eternal ruin,
and if thou art not willing, thy perdition will be of thy self, the blood of thy soule will be upon thy owne head; And let this be engraven for thy Epitaph, that all may read it when thou art dead and gone:
and if thou art not willing, thy perdition will be of thy self, the blood of thy soul will be upon thy own head; And let this be engraven for thy Epitaph, that all may read it when thou art dead and gone:
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When the Lord had pathetically declared and complained of the wilful wickednesse of Israel, Isa. 1.2, 3, 4. notwithstanding his tender dealing with them, he being still unwilling of their ruine, saith to them, ver. 18. Come now, and let us reason together:
When the Lord had pathetically declared and complained of the wilful wickedness of Israel, Isaiah 1.2, 3, 4. notwithstanding his tender dealing with them, he being still unwilling of their ruin, Says to them, ver. 18. Come now, and let us reason together:
the Lord yet still offering unto thee his saving help, wooing, intreating, beseeching thee to accept of him, that thou maist be saved? And will not all these meanes and mercies, thou now injoyest, rise up in judgement against thee in the great day of thy account? Mat. 10.14, 15. And whosoever shall not receive you, nor heare your words;
the Lord yet still offering unto thee his Saving help, wooing, entreating, beseeching thee to accept of him, that thou Mayest be saved? And will not all these means and Mercies, thou now enjoyest, rise up in judgement against thee in the great day of thy account? Mathew 10.14, 15. And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words;
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2. Dost not thou account Heathens & Infidels persons in a most forlorne and miserable condition? and wouldst thou not account it a reproach to be called Heathen, or Infidel? and is not thy condition farre worse than theirs? they have but the light of Nature, the book of the Creature to read God in,
2. Dost not thou account heathens & Infidels Persons in a most forlorn and miserable condition? and Wouldst thou not account it a reproach to be called Heathen, or Infidel? and is not thy condition Far Worse than theirs? they have but the Light of Nature, the book of the Creature to read God in,
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Art thou not ready to condemn them for their great wickednesse? and is not thy sinne greater than theirs? If thou believest Scripture to be the word of God, thou hast the same miracles to convince thee,
Art thou not ready to condemn them for their great wickedness? and is not thy sin greater than theirs? If thou Believest Scripture to be the word of God, thou hast the same Miracles to convince thee,
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but that which is of greater consequence, is, that all the Types, Prophesies, and Promises of the Law, wherein they could see but darkly through a veile of grace, that was to be revealed, are now fulfilled,
but that which is of greater consequence, is, that all the Types, prophecies, and Promises of the Law, wherein they could see but darkly through a veil of grace, that was to be revealed, Are now fulfilled,
and in fulfilling, and we are called under the Gospel, to behold, as it were, with open face, the glory of the Lord, and the cleare light, that now shines, discovers more fully, by many degrees, the way of life,
and in fulfilling, and we Are called under the Gospel, to behold, as it were, with open face, the glory of the Lord, and the clear Light, that now shines, discovers more Fully, by many Degrees, the Way of life,
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than all the doctrine and miracles of Moses. And now, wherein thou judgest them, dost thou not more deeply condemn thy selfe? If he that despised Moses law died without mercy, under two or three witnesses, of how much sorer punishment shalt thou be thought worthy, who hast trodden under the foot the Son of God, and despised his Gospel of grace? Consider also the words of the Apostle, Heb. 1.1, 2. with ch. 2. 1, 2, 3. God, who at sundry times,
than all the Doctrine and Miracles of Moses. And now, wherein thou Judges them, dost thou not more deeply condemn thy self? If he that despised Moses law died without mercy, under two or three Witnesses, of how much Sorer punishment shalt thou be Thought worthy, who hast trodden under the foot the Son of God, and despised his Gospel of grace? Consider also the words of the Apostle, Hebrew 1.1, 2. with changed. 2. 1, 2, 3. God, who At sundry times,
Doth not thy heart even rise against them? Yea, is not the name of a Jew therefore become odious among us? And art not thou worse than they? Most of them (although they sinned greatly herein) yet they did it ignorantly, they did not believe that Jesus was the Christ, but looked for another,
Does not thy heart even rise against them? Yea, is not the name of a Jew Therefore become odious among us? And art not thou Worse than they? Most of them (although they sinned greatly herein) yet they did it ignorantly, they did not believe that jesus was the christ, but looked for Another,
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and therefore did not persecute him as Christ, but as a Deceiver; for, said the chief Priests and Phari•ees unto Pilate, Sir, We remember that that deceiver said,
and Therefore did not persecute him as christ, but as a Deceiver; for, said the chief Priests and Phari•ees unto Pilate, Sir, We Remember that that deceiver said,
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while he was yet alive, After three dayes I will rise again, Mat. 27.62, 63. For if they had knowne it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory, 1 Cor. 2.8.
while he was yet alive, After three days I will rise again, Mathew 27.62, 63. For if they had known it, they would not have Crucified the Lord of glory, 1 Cor. 2.8.
and thou hast still given a reall voice for the life of thy base corruptions (far more mischievous than Barabbas ) and choosest to live under the power of sinne and Sathan, and crucifiest Christ afresh by thy daily transgressions, offering despight unto the spirit of grace:
and thou hast still given a real voice for the life of thy base corruptions (Far more mischievous than Barabbas) and choosest to live under the power of sin and Sathan, and crucifiest christ afresh by thy daily transgressions, offering despite unto the Spirit of grace:
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Thou art therefore inexcusable, O man, whosever thou art that judgest, those Christ-murdering Jewes, for wherein thou judgest them, thou condemnest thy self; for thou that judgest dost the same, or worse things. And thinkest thou this, that thou shalt escape the judgement of God?
Thou art Therefore inexcusable, Oh man, whosever thou art that Judges, those Christ-murdering Jews, for wherein thou Judges them, thou Condemnest thy self; for thou that Judges dost the same, or Worse things. And Thinkest thou this, that thou shalt escape the judgement of God?
5. Art thou content (as thy security seemes to maintain to die in a state of sin, and perish as one that wilfully refuseth grace offered, and to receive the saddest condemnation? If thou dost indeed believe that there is a heaven of unspeakable joyes, and a hell of intolerable torments, methinks thou shouldst not be willing to lose heaven, and fall into hell, under the eternall wrath of God. Sure thou sayest in thy heart, [ I will hereafter return to God sometime or other,
5. Art thou content (as thy security seems to maintain to die in a state of since, and perish as one that wilfully Refuseth grace offered, and to receive the Saddest condemnation? If thou dost indeed believe that there is a heaven of unspeakable Joys, and a hell of intolerable torments, methinks thou Shouldst not be willing to loose heaven, and fallen into hell, under the Eternal wrath of God. Sure thou Sayest in thy heart, [ I will hereafter return to God sometime or other,
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] Hast thou not some such reasonings in thy heart as these? To which I answer, thou art ready to plead thy own inability now, and say, [ I cannot repent, believe,
] Hast thou not Some such reasonings in thy heart as these? To which I answer, thou art ready to plead thy own inability now, and say, [ I cannot Repent, believe,
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] Why then dost thou promise what thou wilt do at the last? will it be any more in thy power then than now? is it out of the power of a strong and healthy man to repent,
] Why then dost thou promise what thou wilt do At the last? will it be any more in thy power then than now? is it out of the power of a strong and healthy man to Repent,
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when thy body is decaying, and thy memory and understanding declining, and thou unable to frequent the publick Ordinances, than now, while strength of body,
when thy body is decaying, and thy memory and understanding declining, and thou unable to frequent the public Ordinances, than now, while strength of body,
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Answ. 1. God offers thee his help now, yea, his saving grace, why wilt thou not accept of it? 2. What reason hast thou to think that Christ will bestow upon thee that grace at the point of death, that thou hast wilfully refused all the dayes of thy life? Nay, hast thou not reason to expect, that before that time thou shalt be judicially sealed up to blindnesse of minde, and hardnesse of heart, for refusing so many of the Lords gracious offers of mercy.
Answer 1. God offers thee his help now, yea, his Saving grace, why wilt thou not accept of it? 2. What reason hast thou to think that christ will bestow upon thee that grace At the point of death, that thou hast wilfully refused all the days of thy life? Nay, hast thou not reason to expect, that before that time thou shalt be judicially sealed up to blindness of mind, and hardness of heart, for refusing so many of the lords gracious offers of mercy.
When the terrours of hell and death take hold on thee, and thou criest to God, maist thou not justly expect, that the Lord will be as peremptory in refusing to hear thy cries and complaints,
When the terrors of hell and death take hold on thee, and thou Christ to God, Mayest thou not justly expect, that the Lord will be as peremptory in refusing to hear thy cries and complaints,
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Read the foregoing verses. 3. Let me ask thee how many thou hast seen converted to Christ in their old age, that lived constantly under the means of grace in their younger yeares? The work of grace is wrought most commonly upon those that are in the prime of their age: gray-headed sinners seldome repent;
Read the foregoing Verses. 3. Let me ask thee how many thou hast seen converted to christ in their old age, that lived constantly under the means of grace in their younger Years? The work of grace is wrought most commonly upon those that Are in the prime of their age: Gray-headed Sinners seldom Repent;
Is not pardon of sin, and justification, that thou maist be delivered from a place of torment, the great mercy thou hopest for? and is not this the end thou proposest,
Is not pardon of since, and justification, that thou Mayest be Delivered from a place of torment, the great mercy thou hopest for? and is not this the end thou proposest,
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Christ came to save thee from thy sinnes, and not meerly from the tormenting wrath of God: Christ will be a whole Saviour, or no Saviour, he will deliver thee from the power of thy sin here, or he will never deliver thee from hell hereafter: Think not that a little counterfeit sorrow, at the last, will prevaile with the Lord to pardon thy sin:
christ Come to save thee from thy Sins, and not merely from the tormenting wrath of God: christ will be a Whole Saviour, or no Saviour, he will deliver thee from the power of thy since Here, or he will never deliver thee from hell hereafter: Think not that a little counterfeit sorrow, At the last, will prevail with the Lord to pardon thy since:
as yet, ignorant of the nature of saving grace; I believe thou dost much cheer up thy selfe with the consideration of Gods goodnesse, riches of grace, mercy,
as yet, ignorant of the nature of Saving grace; I believe thou dost much cheer up thy self with the consideration of God's Goodness, riches of grace, mercy,
'Tis true indeed, the consideration of these may comfort the humble, selfe-denying, converting sinner, and are well made use of to lead us to repentance: But thou that continuest in sinne upon this score, after thy hardnesse and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thy selfe wrath, against the day of wrath,
It's true indeed, the consideration of these may Comfort the humble, self-denying, converting sinner, and Are well made use of to led us to Repentance: But thou that Continuest in sin upon this score, After thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thy self wrath, against the day of wrath,
and revelation of the righteous judgement of God, Rom. 2.4, 5. Obj. But what kinde of legal preaching is this? Is this to preach salvation by Christ? This is more like the voice of the Law than of the Gospel, more like the thundring and lightning from mount Sinai, than the voice of Christ from mount Sion.
and Revelation of the righteous judgement of God, Rom. 2.4, 5. Object But what kind of Legal preaching is this? Is this to preach salvation by christ? This is more like the voice of the Law than of the Gospel, more like the thundering and lightning from mount Sinai, than the voice of christ from mount Sion.
and hereupon take liberty to go on in sin, impenitently, never questioning their spiritual condition, but hope to be saved by Christ, as well as the best.
and hereupon take liberty to go on in since, impenitently, never questioning their spiritual condition, but hope to be saved by christ, as well as the best.
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But you will say, These are times of greater light, and many of our young Professors now see that, that our ancient Professours understood not in former times.
But you will say, These Are times of greater Light, and many of our young Professors now see that, that our ancient Professors understood not in former times.
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Some men have (or at leastwise think they have) much light in their heads, but little in their hearts, and their Religion is much in controversies, but little in the life, and power of godlinesse. 2. Light is of two sorts,
some men have (or At leastwise think they have) much Light in their Heads, but little in their hearts, and their Religion is much in controversies, but little in the life, and power of godliness. 2. Light is of two sorts,
and this (if I mistake not, yea, if Christ mistake not) is the true light of the Gospel, that shines to the honour of God. Mat. 5.16. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorifie your father which is in heaven.
and this (if I mistake not, yea, if christ mistake not) is the true Light of the Gospel, that shines to the honour of God. Mathew 5.16. Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and Glorify your father which is in heaven.
And of this sort of light our late professors are farre more barren, than those of former yeares. If there be now more light in the head, there is lesse in the heart and life; and light in the head will be but an aggravation of darknesse in the heart. The Servant that knew his Masters will and did it not, was to be beaten with many stripes: Yet I much question,
And of this sort of Light our late professors Are Far more barren, than those of former Years. If there be now more Light in the head, there is less in the heart and life; and Light in the head will be but an aggravation of darkness in the heart. The Servant that knew his Masters will and did it not, was to be beaten with many stripes: Yet I much question,
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2. If by the voice of the Law you mean preaching justification by the law, as a covenant of works, so as by our own works, to be justified either in whole, or in part;
2. If by the voice of the Law you mean preaching justification by the law, as a Covenant of works, so as by our own works, to be justified either in Whole, or in part;
3. If you conceive that those that lived under the Law, till the coming of Christ, were under a Covenant substantially, and essentially different from the covenant of grace, under the Gospel, you do but grosly mistake:
3. If you conceive that those that lived under the Law, till the coming of christ, were under a Covenant substantially, and essentially different from the Covenant of grace, under the Gospel, you do but grossly mistake:
For the covenant of God with Abraham, and his seed, and the covenant now made with the faithfull and their seed, is one and the same. Hence, saith Paul, Gal. 3.9. They which be of faith, are blessed with faithfull Abraham Hence likewise, Rom. 4. he proves justification by faith, by the example of Abraham 's justification.
For the Covenant of God with Abraham, and his seed, and the Covenant now made with the faithful and their seed, is one and the same. Hence, Says Paul, Gal. 3.9. They which be of faith, Are blessed with faithful Abraham Hence likewise, Rom. 4. he Proves justification by faith, by the Exampl of Abraham is justification.
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It is true: 1. There is a graduall difference of light, or of the manifestation of the grace of Christ now, from what was then. 2. Judgements were more plentifully threatned in the Old Testament then in the New. 3. Yet as the Law threatned more plentifully, so the threats were more of temporall Judgements. Deut. 28.16. &c. And as the Gospel threatens more sparingly, so it threatens more heavily, and dreadfully with spirituall, and eternall vengeance.
It is true: 1. There is a gradual difference of Light, or of the manifestation of the grace of christ now, from what was then. 2. Judgments were more plentifully threatened in the Old Testament then in the New. 3. Yet as the Law threatened more plentifully, so the Treats were more of temporal Judgments. Deuteronomy 28.16. etc. And as the Gospel threatens more sparingly, so it threatens more heavily, and dreadfully with spiritual, and Eternal vengeance.
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What are all temporall Judgments in comparison of this everlasting destruction here denounced against all those that obey not the Gospell? The voice of the Law-threatnings is but as the rushing of winds, lesse terrible, but more frequent:
What Are all temporal Judgments in comparison of this everlasting destruction Here denounced against all those that obey not the Gospel? The voice of the Law-threatnings is but as the rushing of winds, less terrible, but more frequent:
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you must understand, that as there is a twof•ld coming of Christ, to wit, his first coming to redeem sinners, and to seek and save that which was lost: and his second coming to take vengeance on them that have neglected so great salvation. So there is a two-fold intention of the Gospel, 1. To offer life and salvation, and to conferre it upon all those that believe and obey it. 2. To denounce and pour out vengeance upon all that are unbelieving, and disobedient.
you must understand, that as there is a twof•ld coming of christ, to wit, his First coming to Redeem Sinners, and to seek and save that which was lost: and his second coming to take vengeance on them that have neglected so great salvation. So there is a twofold intention of the Gospel, 1. To offer life and salvation, and to confer it upon all those that believe and obey it. 2. To denounce and pour out vengeance upon all that Are unbelieving, and disobedient.
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So the primary and direct intention of the Gospel, is the salvation of the sinner: yet the judgement of God upon the disobedient, is written and published in the Gospel, that Obedience may be the more readily given to Christ,
So the primary and Direct intention of the Gospel, is the salvation of the sinner: yet the judgement of God upon the disobedient, is written and published in the Gospel, that obedience may be the more readily given to christ,
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3. I hope Christ and his Apostles were not legall preachers: let us see how they preached, 1. Christ preached repentance, and destruction to the impenitent.
3. I hope christ and his Apostles were not Legal Preachers: let us see how they preached, 1. christ preached Repentance, and destruction to the impenitent.
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He preached most terrible woes to them, that they rejected the Gospel-message, Mat. 11.20, 21, 22, 23, 24. He preacheth no less than eight woes in one Chapter.
He preached most terrible woes to them, that they rejected the Gospel message, Mathew 11.20, 21, 22, 23, 24. He Preacheth no less than eight woes in one Chapter.
and the fire that never goeth out? Mark 9.44, 46, 48. And this is the condemnation, &c. Joh. 3.19. See also Luke 11.42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 52. if preaching sharply to obstinate sinners be legall preaching, you will be constrained to call Christ a very legall Preacher, if you do but read and consider his Sermons.
and the fire that never Goes out? Mark 9.44, 46, 48. And this is the condemnation, etc. John 3.19. See also Lycia 11.42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 52. if preaching sharply to obstinate Sinners be Legal preaching, you will be constrained to call christ a very Legal Preacher, if you do but read and Consider his Sermons.
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Peter preached a Sermon ( Acts 2.) that pierced the Jewes to the heart, ver. 37. Paul preached a rouzing Sermon of righteousnesse, temperance, and judgement to come, that made Felix tremble to hear it, Act. 24.25.
Peter preached a Sermon (Acts 2.) that pierced the Jews to the heart, ver. 37. Paul preached a Rousing Sermon of righteousness, temperance, and judgement to come, that made Felix tremble to hear it, Act. 24.25.
And John, the beloved Disciple, that lay in Jesus his bosome, and knew much of his heart, tells us, Rev. 21.8. The fearfull, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and Sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake, which burneth with fire and brimstone, which is the second death. Read also Rom. 1.18.
And John, the Beloved Disciple, that lay in jesus his bosom, and knew much of his heart, tells us, Rev. 21.8. The fearful, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and Sorcerers, and Idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake, which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death. Read also Rom. 1.18.
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As Christs ordinary practice was a pattern for all Christians (Learn of me, for I am meek and lowly, saith Christ, Mat. 11.29.) So his preaching is a pattern for those that are Ministers of the Gospel. We must learn of Christ what, and how to preach.
As Christ ordinary practice was a pattern for all Christians (Learn of me, for I am meek and lowly, Says christ, Mathew 11.29.) So his preaching is a pattern for those that Are Ministers of the Gospel. We must Learn of christ what, and how to preach.
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And if to preach as Christ, and his Apostles did, be legall preaching, I desire to live and die a legall preacher. And however many esteeme of it, I had rather (as I have formely told you) that my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth, than ever I should, with a pleasing voice, flatter you in your sinnes, and sing you asleep in the midst of carnall security. O how dreadfull is that saying, Ezek 3.17, 18. Son of man I have made thee a watchman unto the house of Israel;
And if to preach as christ, and his Apostles did, be Legal preaching, I desire to live and die a Legal preacher. And however many esteem of it, I had rather (as I have formerly told you) that my tongue cleave to the roof of my Mouth, than ever I should, with a pleasing voice, flatter you in your Sins, and sing you asleep in the midst of carnal security. Oh how dreadful is that saying, Ezekiel 3.17, 18. Son of man I have made thee a watchman unto the house of Israel;
4. Let it be further considered, That when there was more sharp and home preaching, which was the manner of the Lords Prophets, not many yeares since, there was farre lesse pride, censoriousnesse, contention, hypocrisie,
4. Let it be further considered, That when there was more sharp and home preaching, which was the manner of the lords prophets, not many Years since, there was Far less pride, censoriousness, contention, hypocrisy,
but they had farre more of the grace of Saints in their hearts and lives than we: 'Twere well if we had lesse of the name, and more of the nature of Saints indeed.
but they had Far more of the grace of Saints in their hearts and lives than we: 'Twere well if we had less of the name, and more of the nature of Saints indeed.
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And to close up the Answer, let us consider what may be the reason why it is not now meet that the judgements of God upon sinners, should be preached among us;
And to close up the Answer, let us Consider what may be the reason why it is not now meet that the Judgments of God upon Sinners, should be preached among us;
it is not because men have more tender consciences than ordinary, (although tender consciences are much talked of) that nothing should be applied to them but lenitives and cordials from the promises of God:
it is not Because men have more tender Consciences than ordinary, (although tender Consciences Are much talked of) that nothing should be applied to them but lenitives and cordials from the promises of God:
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But let every faithfull Minister of Christ remember that saying of Paul to Titus, chap. 1.13. Rebuke them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith.
But let every faithful Minister of christ Remember that saying of Paul to Titus, chap. 1.13. Rebuke them sharply, that they may be found in the faith.
And let me tell thee, whosoever thou art, that wouldst have thy corruptions so tenderly dealt with, the Lord will either break thy heart for sin here, and bring thee to himself as a sincere convert,
And let me tell thee, whosoever thou art, that Wouldst have thy corruptions so tenderly dealt with, the Lord will either break thy heart for since Here, and bring thee to himself as a sincere convert,
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I shall give thee a few directions, observe them carefully, and practice them conscionable, and I doubt not (through Gods help) but they may be effectuall for thy good.
I shall give thee a few directions, observe them carefully, and practice them conscionable, and I doubt not (through God's help) but they may be effectual for thy good.
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1. Meditate seriously of the sad condition of poor damned soules. How exquisite are their paines, how intolerable are their torments, and how restlesse are their helplesse soules! Didst thou ever feele the vehement pain of the Gout, Stone, broken Bones, bones out of Joynt,
1. Meditate seriously of the sad condition of poor damned Souls. How exquisite Are their pains, how intolerable Are their torments, and how restless Are their helpless Souls! Didst thou ever feel the vehement pain of the Gout, Stone, broken Bones, bones out of Joint,
or any other wracking Misery? and dost thou remember how grievous it was to endure it for a little time? Suppose thou hadst bin to indure it all the dayes of thy life, without intermission;
or any other wracking Misery? and dost thou Remember how grievous it was to endure it for a little time? Suppose thou Hadst been to endure it all the days of thy life, without intermission;
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and yet the torment of the soul will be more grievous. All the torments that the wit of man can invent are but as nothing to what those poor souls suffer, upon whom the full vialls of the Lords wrath are poured out.
and yet the torment of the soul will be more grievous. All the torments that the wit of man can invent Are but as nothing to what those poor Souls suffer, upon whom the full vials of the lords wrath Are poured out.
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And the smoke of their torment ascendeth up for ever and ever, and they have no rest day nor night, Rev. 14.10, 11. Consider this as thy own portion, if thou go on in sin.
And the smoke of their torment Ascendeth up for ever and ever, and they have no rest day nor night, Rev. 14.10, 11. Consider this as thy own portion, if thou go on in since.
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2 Meditate seriously of the unspeakable joyes of the Saints in Heaven. If all the delightful objects in the world were united in one, and bestowed upon thee,
2 Meditate seriously of the unspeakable Joys of the Saints in Heaven. If all the delightful objects in the world were united in one, and bestowed upon thee,
and thou wert to live here all thy daies in the enjoyment of it, it would not be worth one day in heaven. If David esteemed one day in Gods house on earth, better than a thousand in carnall delights, we may much more speak so of a day in Gods heavenly presence. In thy presence is fulnesse of joy, at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore, saith David, Psal. 16.11.
and thou Wertenberg to live Here all thy days in the enjoyment of it, it would not be worth one day in heaven. If David esteemed one day in God's house on earth, better than a thousand in carnal delights, we may much more speak so of a day in God's heavenly presence. In thy presence is fullness of joy, At thy right hand there Are pleasures for evermore, Says David, Psalm 16.11.
As Paul reckoned that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with future glory (though he himselfe was abundant in sufferings) so may it be as truly said, that the greatest wordly glory is not in the least degree worthy to be compared to those soule-ravishing joyes of the glorified Saints. And if Moses esteemed the reproach of Christ, greater riches than the treasures of Egypt, what may we esteem the glory of Christ to be, which he hath prepared for his people ▪ There is in the heavenly Mansions a removall of all evils and grievances whatsoever,
As Paul reckoned that the sufferings of this present time Are not worthy to be compared with future glory (though he himself was abundant in sufferings) so may it be as truly said, that the greatest wordly glory is not in the least degree worthy to be compared to those Soul ravishing Joys of the glorified Saints. And if Moses esteemed the reproach of christ, greater riches than the treasures of Egypt, what may we esteem the glory of christ to be, which he hath prepared for his people ▪ There is in the heavenly Mansions a removal of all evils and grievances whatsoever,
3. Meditate seriously of the nature of eternity, which is an endlesse duration, whether it be of happinesse, or misery. If the damned in Hell should be released after as many years as there are hairs on their head, starres in the firmament,
3. Meditate seriously of the nature of eternity, which is an endless duration, whither it be of happiness, or misery. If the damned in Hell should be released After as many Years as there Are hairs on their head, Stars in the firmament,
But such is the nature of eternity, that when so many yeares are expired, the torments of the damned, and the joyes of the blessed are no nearer ended than at the first beginning. And if thou die in thy sins, thou wilt fall into those endlesse, easeless pains of Hell, and lose those eternal unspeakable delights of Heaven.
But such is the nature of eternity, that when so many Years Are expired, the torments of the damned, and the Joys of the blessed Are no nearer ended than At the First beginning. And if thou die in thy Sins, thou wilt fallen into those endless, easeless pains of Hell, and loose those Eternal unspeakable delights of Heaven.
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Solomon, who had the greatest wisdome, to invent what might be delightfull, and the greatest riches, to purchase his hearts desire in all carnall pleasures,
Solomon, who had the greatest Wisdom, to invent what might be delightful, and the greatest riches, to purchase his hearts desire in all carnal pleasures,
The eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor the eare with hearing, nor any sence, with its Object. And what didst thou ever meet w•th in the world, that fully contented thy heart? What sweet without the mixture of some bitter? And what assured possession hast thou of any thing? O let this weane thy heart from seeking rest in thy present condition.
The eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor the ear with hearing, nor any sense, with its Object. And what didst thou ever meet w•th in the world, that Fully contented thy heart? What sweet without the mixture of Some bitter? And what assured possession hast thou of any thing? O let this wean thy heart from seeking rest in thy present condition.
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and then must thou enter upon thy eternall estate, either of joy, or sorrow. When Jacob was presented before Pharaoh, and he asked him, How old art thou? He answered, The dayes of the yeares of my pilgrimage are an hundred and thirty yeares:
and then must thou enter upon thy Eternal estate, either of joy, or sorrow. When Jacob was presented before Pharaoh, and he asked him, How old art thou? He answered, The days of the Years of my pilgrimage Are an hundred and thirty Years:
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he doth not say of few years. A day is somewhat lesse than the three hundred sixty fifth part of a yeare, yet man lives but a few dayes. And how uncertaine are thy dayes! Hast thou not commonly seen some well,
he does not say of few Years. A day is somewhat less than the three hundred sixty fifth part of a year, yet man lives but a few days. And how uncertain Are thy days! Hast thou not commonly seen Some well,
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and dead within the space of a week, or fortnight, & some die suddenly? and are not many younger than thy selfe gone down to the grave before thee? And what assurance hast thou that thou shalt live another week, day,
and dead within the Molle of a Week, or fortnight, & Some die suddenly? and Are not many younger than thy self gone down to the grave before thee? And what assurance hast thou that thou shalt live Another Week, day,
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6. Having considered these things as arguments to quicken thee in minding thy salvation, break off from thy sinfull companions, who are the Devils instruments to hold thee in thy sin and misery. If thou art given to drinking, gaming, uncleanesse,
6. Having considered these things as Arguments to quicken thee in minding thy salvation, break off from thy sinful Sodales, who Are the Devils Instruments to hold thee in thy sin and misery. If thou art given to drinking, gaming, uncleanness,
7. Seek acquaintance with those that are godly, such have experience of the evil of sin, the beauty of holinesse, and the comfort of a gracious life, and can inform thee in these things,
7. Seek acquaintance with those that Are godly, such have experience of the evil of since, the beauty of holiness, and the Comfort of a gracious life, and can inform thee in these things,
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8. Hearken diligently to the preaching of the Word. Faith comes by hearing, Rom 10.17. and the Gospel is called the power of God unto salvation, Rom. 1.16. and saith Jam. 1.21. Receive with meeknesse the engrafted word, which is able to save your soules.
8. Harken diligently to the preaching of the Word. Faith comes by hearing, Rom 10.17. and the Gospel is called the power of God unto salvation, Rom. 1.16. and Says Jam. 1.21. Receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your Souls.
not the word of Man, but of God, and weigh well the great concernment of what thou hearest, it is the Word, by which thou must be justified or condemned in the great day of account.
not the word of Man, but of God, and weigh well the great concernment of what thou Hearst, it is the Word, by which thou must be justified or condemned in the great day of account.
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I believe very many (if not most) that attend upon the powerfull preaching of the Word, have, at some time or other, some close workings and stirrings upon their hearts, however they come to get loose from them again:
I believe very many (if not most) that attend upon the powerful preaching of the Word, have, At Some time or other, Some close workings and stirrings upon their hearts, however they come to get lose from them again:
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O take heed of so doing, left thy last estate be farre worse than thy first. Set in rather with such movings of the Spirirt, thou maist probably obtain the saving grace which thy soul needeth.
O take heed of so doing, left thy last estate be Far Worse than thy First. Set in rather with such movings of the Spirit, thou Mayest probably obtain the Saving grace which thy soul needs.
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Is not the case alike, as to thy spirituall condition? No man, but he, that is desperately set to lose his soule (methinks) can be perswaded from praying to the Lord for help.
Is not the case alike, as to thy spiritual condition? No man, but he, that is desperately Set to loose his soul (methinks) can be persuaded from praying to the Lord for help.
When Jonah had preached the destruction of Nineveh, if another had come and told them, they might save their labour for fasting and praying, their prayers would be but an abomination to the Lord, and do them no good;
When Jonah had preached the destruction of Nineveh, if Another had come and told them, they might save their labour for fasting and praying, their Prayers would be but an abomination to the Lord, and do them no good;
Would they have hearkned to such counsel? Nay, did not the Lord give a gracious returne to their prayer? Suppose the Lord should smite thee with some violent incurable disease,
Would they have hearkened to such counsel? Nay, did not the Lord give a gracious return to their prayer? Suppose the Lord should smite thee with Some violent incurable disease,
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and it is but in vain to pray, thy prayer will be but an abomination to the Lord, wouldst thou not loath to look upon him, that should speak thus to thee,
and it is but in vain to pray, thy prayer will be but an abomination to the Lord, Wouldst thou not loath to look upon him, that should speak thus to thee,
Hast thou not read of Ahabs Humiliation, and what successe he had? Make not thy self worse than a wicked Ahab, lest he rise up in judgement against thee,
Hast thou not read of Ahabs Humiliation, and what success he had? Make not thy self Worse than a wicked Ahab, lest he rise up in judgement against thee,
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and lest the men of Nineveh rise up in judgement against thee, for they fasted and prayed, and humbled their soules at the preaching of Jonah, and behold a greater message than that of Jonah, is sent unto thee.
and lest the men of Nineveh rise up in judgement against thee, for they fasted and prayed, and humbled their Souls At the preaching of Jonah, and behold a greater message than that of Jonah, is sent unto thee.
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It is easie to prove by many texts of Scripture, and arguments from Scripture, that it is a wicked mans duty to pray, and unlesse any man will undertake to prove, that it is his duty to continue in his wickednesse, he will speak but little to the purpose against it.
It is easy to prove by many texts of Scripture, and Arguments from Scripture, that it is a wicked men duty to pray, and unless any man will undertake to prove, that it is his duty to continue in his wickedness, he will speak but little to the purpose against it.
and though they began to pray formally, yet they were brought to pray seriously before they ended the same prayer. And if by blind guides thou wilt be perswaded to forbeare praying, let the character of a wicked sot remain upon thee. Psal. 14.4. Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? — who call not upon the Lord.
and though they began to pray formally, yet they were brought to pray seriously before they ended the same prayer. And if by blind guides thou wilt be persuaded to forbear praying, let the character of a wicked sot remain upon thee. Psalm 14.4. Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? — who call not upon the Lord.
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Whosoever thou art, that effectually called, thou art called to holiness. God hath given thee a principle of grace to this end, that thou mayst warre against corruption, and walk in a holy conformity to his will. O remember, that sin is thy greatest misery, and holinesse thy reall happinesse. The godly mans happinesse consisteth in the remission of sins and sanctification of the soul.
Whosoever thou art, that effectually called, thou art called to holiness. God hath given thee a principle of grace to this end, that thou Mayest war against corruption, and walk in a holy conformity to his will. Oh Remember, that since is thy greatest misery, and holiness thy real happiness. The godly men happiness Consisteth in the remission of Sins and sanctification of the soul.
Psal. 32.1, 2. Blessed is the man, whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord imputeth not iniquity, 2. By sanctification.
Psalm 32.1, 2. Blessed is the man, whose Transgression is forgiven, whose since is covered. Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord imputeth not iniquity, 2. By sanctification.
Psal. 1.1, 2. Blessed is the man, that walketh not in the counsell of the ungodly, &c. Ps. 119.1, 2. Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord.
Psalm 1.1, 2. Blessed is the man, that walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, etc. Ps. 119.1, 2. Blessed Are the undefiled in the Way, who walk in the law of the Lord.
These are not meere qualifications of the persons, to whom blessednesse doth belong, but are reall and most considerable parts of blessednesse it self.
These Are not mere qualifications of the Persons, to whom blessedness does belong, but Are real and most considerable parts of blessedness it self.
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Well might Solomon say, The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour, even as much as spiritual liberty is more excellent than Satans slavery. O then labour in the feare of God to walk uprightly before him, in all holy obedience,
Well might Solomon say, The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour, even as much as spiritual liberty is more excellent than Satan slavery. Oh then labour in the Fear of God to walk uprightly before him, in all holy Obedience,
I do not say, blessed for his deed meritoriously, but blessed in his deed really. It is contrary to the glory of Gods grace to make our holinesse and works meritorious of our future happinesse:
I do not say, blessed for his deed meritoriously, but blessed in his deed really. It is contrary to the glory of God's grace to make our holiness and works meritorious of our future happiness:
and it is a diminishing of Gods mercy to us, and our own happinesse here, to make our graces and sincere obedience meere signes and evidences of our good estate here,
and it is a diminishing of God's mercy to us, and our own happiness Here, to make our graces and sincere Obedience mere Signs and evidences of our good estate Here,
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They are indeed signes, but (I say) not meere signes; for they are the chief part of our happinesse here, and a part of the happiness we shall enjoy hereafter: the spirit of sanctification is therefore called the earnest of our inheritance, Ephes. 1.14.
They Are indeed Signs, but (I say) not mere Signs; for they Are the chief part of our happiness Here, and a part of the happiness we shall enjoy hereafter: the Spirit of sanctification is Therefore called the earnest of our inheritance, Ephesians 1.14.
Now the earnest is not a meere signe of a bargain, but a part of the summe, and what a man receives in earnest, so much he hath toward the summe he is to receive.
Now the earnest is not a mere Signen of a bargain, but a part of the sum, and what a man receives in earnest, so much he hath towards the sum he is to receive.
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So much then as thou hast of sanctifying grace, so much thou hast of thy heaven upon earth. Thus when Peter exhorts us to adde grace unto grace, and one degree of grace unto another, he useth this among many other motives. 2 Pet. 1.11. For so an entrance shall be ministred unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdome of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
So much then as thou hast of sanctifying grace, so much thou hast of thy heaven upon earth. Thus when Peter exhorts us to add grace unto grace, and one degree of grace unto Another, he uses this among many other motives. 2 Pet. 1.11. For so an Entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ.
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The more holinesse we obtaine, the further we get into heavens happinesse, while we are here upon earth Thus, I conceive, we may understand the exhortation of Paul, Phil. 2.12. — Work out your salvation with feare and trembling:
The more holiness we obtain, the further we get into heavens happiness, while we Are Here upon earth Thus, I conceive, we may understand the exhortation of Paul, Philip 2.12. — Work out your salvation with Fear and trembling:
as he hath begun in the assistance of his grace, who worketh in you both to will and to do, so go on to work out your salvation (to wit) in obeying to the end. O consider what motives here are to holinesse! 1. It is your salvation. By the habits of grace you are delivered from the state of sin, and by every act of obedience you are saved from the contrary evil of disobedience. I beseech you consider it well, there is something of salvation in every act of obedience to God.
as he hath begun in the assistance of his grace, who works in you both to will and to do, so go on to work out your salvation (to wit) in obeying to the end. Oh Consider what motives Here Are to holiness! 1. It is your salvation. By the habits of grace you Are Delivered from the state of since, and by every act of Obedience you Are saved from the contrary evil of disobedience. I beseech you Consider it well, there is something of salvation in every act of Obedience to God.
and sin is the worst of evils. Thus Joseph, by withstanding the temptations of his Mistress, was saved from the sin of uncleannesse; and this was a farre greater deliverance than his enlargement from the dungeon he was afterward cast into.
and sin is the worst of evils. Thus Joseph, by withstanding the temptations of his Mistress, was saved from the sin of uncleanness; and this was a Far greater deliverance than his enlargement from the dungeon he was afterwards cast into.
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but I shall onely desire, at this time, that this one may be well considered, and you will finde it weighty, to wit, that sanctification is salvation. Consider the reasons of the Doctrine,
but I shall only desire, At this time, that this one may be well considered, and you will find it weighty, to wit, that sanctification is salvation. Consider the Reasons of the Doctrine,
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and thy self most happy in thy being saved from sin; & according to the Doctrine, That the great work of Christ our Saviour is the saving of his people from their sins.
and thy self most happy in thy being saved from since; & according to the Doctrine, That the great work of christ our Saviour is the Saving of his people from their Sins.
And here, before I passe, let it be considered, that properly and immediately we cannot, either principally or instrumentally pardon our sins, or justifie our soules: that belongs wholly to God. It is God that pardoneth and justifieth, it is Man that is pardoned and justified, (yet is it our duty to beg and sue for pardon) but in the sanctification of our soules, we (after the first grace received) are immediately instrumentall in our own salvation (as you have already heard) we are never commanded to pardon or justifie our selves, but to purge our hearts, and cleanse our hands, to walk in holinesse, to maintain good works, to strive against sin, to mortifie our earthly members, and therein to work out our salvation. And what have we else to do while we are here,
And Here, before I pass, let it be considered, that properly and immediately we cannot, either principally or instrumentally pardon our Sins, or justify our Souls: that belongs wholly to God. It is God that Pardoneth and Justifieth, it is Man that is pardoned and justified, (yet is it our duty to beg and sue for pardon) but in the sanctification of our Souls, we (After the First grace received) Are immediately instrumental in our own salvation (as you have already herd) we Are never commanded to pardon or justify our selves, but to purge our hearts, and cleanse our hands, to walk in holiness, to maintain good works, to strive against since, to mortify our earthly members, and therein to work out our salvation. And what have we Else to do while we Are Here,
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And although the Lord will perfectly cure it in those that are his, yet, methinks, a sober man should carefully keep himselfe from wounds, notwithstanding he hath a skilfull Chirurgeon at hand that is able to heale him.
And although the Lord will perfectly cure it in those that Are his, yet, methinks, a Sobrium man should carefully keep himself from wounds, notwithstanding he hath a skilful Chirurgeon At hand that is able to heal him.
yet, when they have sinned greatly, he hath caused them to feel so much tormenting pain of such wounds, that they have roared out, and groaned long sometimes in the bitternesse of their soules, before they have felt the cure wrought.
yet, when they have sinned greatly, he hath caused them to feel so much tormenting pain of such wounds, that they have roared out, and groaned long sometime in the bitterness of their Souls, before they have felt the cure wrought.
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And saith Paul, 2 Cor. 11.3. I feare, lest by any meanes, as the Serpent beguiled Eve, through his subtilty, so your mindes should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.
And Says Paul, 2 Cor. 11.3. I Fear, lest by any means, as the Serpent beguiled Eve, through his subtlety, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in christ.
But I shall not now inlarge my selfe uppon this particular, having not long since preached to you at large upon this subject, from Mat. 4. the former part of the chapter.
But I shall not now enlarge my self upon this particular, having not long since preached to you At large upon this Subject, from Mathew 4. the former part of the chapter.
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2. Study well the deceitfulness of thy own heart; thy greatest enemy lodgeth in thy own bosome. As a bosom-friend is the best, so a bosom-enemy is the worst. The heart is deceitful above all things — who can know it? Jer. 17.9.
2. Study well the deceitfulness of thy own heart; thy greatest enemy lodgeth in thy own bosom. As a Bosom-friend is the best, so a bosom-enemy is the worst. The heart is deceitful above all things — who can know it? Jer. 17.9.
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How innumerable are the self-delusions, not onely of carnal persons, but even of the children of God themselves! O what shifts and excuses will they find out to defend many vain and sinfull practises!
How innumerable Are the self-delusions, not only of carnal Persons, but even of the children of God themselves! Oh what shifts and excuses will they find out to defend many vain and sinful practises!
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3. Be watchfull, see that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise saith Paul, Eph. 5.15. Be sober, be vigilant, saith Peter, Epist. 5.8. security is very dangerous, when the Danites went to Laish, they found the people quiet and secure, and so easily smote them with the edge of the Sword. Judg. 18.27.
3. Be watchful, see that you walk circumspectly, not as Fools, but as wise Says Paul, Ephesians 5.15. Be Sobrium, be vigilant, Says Peter, Epistle 5.8. security is very dangerous, when the Danites went to Laish, they found the people quiet and secure, and so Easily smote them with the edge of the Sword. Judges 18.27.
It hath been found by experience in warre, that much injury hath been received through the sluggishness of them, that should have been watching. So is it with Christians in their spiriturall condition. How often doth Satan prevaile upon them through their headlesse security,
It hath been found by experience in war, that much injury hath been received through the sluggishness of them, that should have been watching. So is it with Christians in their spiriturall condition. How often does Satan prevail upon them through their headless security,
Our Adversary without is ever attending upon us, and (which is worse) we have a malignant party lurking within us, waiting an opportunity also, to betray us to Satan.
Our Adversary without is ever attending upon us, and (which is Worse) we have a malignant party lurking within us, waiting an opportunity also, to betray us to Satan.
Let me say with Paul, Therefore let us not sleep, as others do, but let us watch and be sober, 1 Thes. 5.6. 4. I shall, in a word, commend unto you the whole armour of God, of which I cannot now stand to speak particularly.
Let me say with Paul, Therefore let us not sleep, as Others do, but let us watch and be Sobrium, 1 Thebes 5.6. 4. I shall, in a word, commend unto you the Whole armour of God, of which I cannot now stand to speak particularly.
5 Consider where thy greatest weaknesse lies, and draw up thy greatest force, and exercise thy greatest care and watchfulnesse there. In a Garrison the watch is usually strongest, and the force drawn up greatest, where the walls or works are weakest: Consider then, I say, where thy greatest weaknesse lies:
5 Consider where thy greatest weakness lies, and draw up thy greatest force, and exercise thy greatest care and watchfulness there. In a Garrison the watch is usually Strongest, and the force drawn up greatest, where the walls or works Are Weakest: Consider then, I say, where thy greatest weakness lies:
What sin more naturall in all the world, than this? I feare most of you have forgotten what I have preached in divers Sermons, a few yeares since, from Jam. 4.6. God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble, and it is not now seasonable to make repetition of it.
What since more natural in all the world, than this? I Fear most of you have forgotten what I have preached in diverse Sermons, a few Years since, from Jam. 4.6. God Resisteth the proud, but gives grace unto the humble, and it is not now seasonable to make repetition of it.
and in the might of his power, as saith the Apostle, Ephes. 6.10. We must have the Lords arm of strength, as well as the Lords armour for our spirituall safety.
and in the might of his power, as Says the Apostle, Ephesians 6.10. We must have the lords arm of strength, as well as the lords armour for our spiritual safety.
When Peter was confident of his own strength, the Lord gave him wofull experience of his own weaknesse. Though all men shall be offended because of thee,
When Peter was confident of his own strength, the Lord gave him woeful experience of his own weakness. Though all men shall be offended Because of thee,
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when he came but to be charged with a maid, (though he took himself for a man ) he denied Christ no lesse than thrice, yea, he cursed, and swore, saying, I know not the man, Matth. 26.73.
when he Come but to be charged with a maid, (though he took himself for a man) he denied christ no less than thrice, yea, he cursed, and swore, saying, I know not the man, Matthew 26.73.
But Paul took a safer course, of whom I shall spake in the next direction. And Peter himself, after he had smarted for his self-confidence, obtained much strength from Christ,
But Paul took a safer course, of whom I shall spoke in the next direction. And Peter himself, After he had smarted for his self-confidence, obtained much strength from christ,
This is to be used with all the pieces of our spirituall armour, Ephes. 6.18. Praying alwaies with all prayer and supplication — Gird up your loyns and pray, believe and pray, hope and pray.
This is to be used with all the Pieces of our spiritual armour, Ephesians 6.18. Praying always with all prayer and supplication — Gird up your loins and pray, believe and pray, hope and pray.
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Fly to Christ for strength in prayer and supplication. Thus did Paul, when the messenger of Satan buffetted him, 2 Cor. 12 8, 9. The power of prayer is very great.
Fly to christ for strength in prayer and supplication. Thus did Paul, when the Messenger of Satan buffeted him, 2 Cor. 12 8, 9. The power of prayer is very great.
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8. In all temptations to sin, remember what I have told you, over and over, that sin is the worst of evils, and use this as an argument against them:
8. In all temptations to since, Remember what I have told you, over and over, that since is the worst of evils, and use this as an argument against them:
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This, if well considered, would much imbitter the sweet morsells of sin. This will be a great meanes to keep thee close to the rule of Gods Word, when temptations are strong, and cause thee highly to prize the Word, as David did, and take counsell from it.
This, if well considered, would much embitter the sweet morsels of since. This will be a great means to keep thee close to the Rule of God's Word, when temptations Are strong, and cause thee highly to prize the Word, as David did, and take counsel from it.
Thus when Davids straits were great, he fearing sin, consults not with flesh and blood, but with the word of God. Psal. 119.23, 24. Princes also did sit and speak against me,
Thus when Davids straits were great, he fearing since, consults not with Flesh and blood, but with the word of God. Psalm 119.23, 24. Princes also did fit and speak against me,
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This is my comfort in my affliction (saith he) for thy word hath quickned me, ver. 50. not Gods word of promise onely, (which was comfortable) but his word of precept also.
This is my Comfort in my affliction (Says he) for thy word hath quickened me, ver. 50. not God's word of promise only, (which was comfortable) but his word of precept also.
This was his comfort, that he had the precept of God to direct him in his duty, that being kept from the evill of sinne, his spirituall adversaries might not get advantage against him.
This was his Comfort, that he had the precept of God to Direct him in his duty, that being kept from the evil of sin, his spiritual Adversaries might not get advantage against him.
Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee, ver. 11. For, had he escaped his enemies by a sinfull shift, it would have been a remedy worse than the disease.
Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee, ver. 11. For, had he escaped his enemies by a sinful shift, it would have been a remedy Worse than the disease.
Having spoken to such as are Carnall, and to such as are spirituall; I shall now direct my speech to such as are at great uncertainties what their condition is, whether Carnall or Spirituall.
Having spoken to such as Are Carnal, and to such as Are spiritual; I shall now Direct my speech to such as Are At great uncertainties what their condition is, whither Carnal or Spiritual.
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and Signes of what God hath wrought in them, to know what God hath further wrought for them, I know not how a Child of God shall discerne himself from a Child of the Devil,
and Signs of what God hath wrought in them, to know what God hath further wrought for them, I know not how a Child of God shall discern himself from a Child of the devil,
Neither can a Christian have more grounded hope, or comfort of his Salvation than a Jew, Turk, or Heathen; if the work of grace upon his heart will not evidence his good estate.
Neither can a Christian have more grounded hope, or Comfort of his Salvation than a Jew, Turk, or Heathen; if the work of grace upon his heart will not evidence his good estate.
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Suppose it were possible for thee to go on freely in sin, without danger of punishment; that there were no penalty to be executed upon the impenitent transgressors of the Law;
Suppose it were possible for thee to go on freely in since, without danger of punishment; that there were no penalty to be executed upon the impenitent transgressors of the Law;
and take thy course in sin, without serious seeking to be delivered from it? If thou couldst, thy heart is not yet right in the sight of God, thou art in the gall of bitternesse,
and take thy course in since, without serious seeking to be Delivered from it? If thou Couldst, thy heart is not yet right in the sighed of God, thou art in the Gall of bitterness,
and bond of iniquity, and not in a state of salvation. For to fear sin meerly, for fear of punishment, is not properly to feare sin at all, but wrath onely; and this is but a servile, or slavish fear. I doubt not but the judgment threatned on the one hand,
and bound of iniquity, and not in a state of salvation. For to Fear since merely, for Fear of punishment, is not properly to Fear since At all, but wrath only; and this is but a servile, or slavish Fear. I doubt not but the judgement threatened on the one hand,
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He that could think himself well enough with profits, pleasures, honours, if he might have a continued enjoyment of them, without ever being called to an account before Gods tribunal, is,
He that could think himself well enough with profits, pleasures, honours, if he might have a continued enjoyment of them, without ever being called to an account before God's tribunal, is,
2. Secondly, and consequently, he that is saved from a state of sin, and hates sin, as sin, a hates every sinne. Thus saith David, Psal. 119.104. I hate every false way.
2. Secondly, and consequently, he that is saved from a state of since, and hates since, as since, a hates every sin. Thus Says David, Psalm 119.104. I hate every false Way.
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And he that loves grace, as grace, loves every grace, and every gracious action, having respect to every part of his duty, Psal. 119. ver. 5, 6. O that my wayes were directed to keep thy statutes!
And he that loves grace, as grace, loves every grace, and every gracious actium, having respect to every part of his duty, Psalm 119. ver. 5, 6. Oh that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes!
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for a carnall person may, and usually hath, many grudgings of conscience, against sin, and some approbation of the wayes of holinesse. When the rich young man in the Gospel came to Christ, inquiring what he should do to inherit Eternall Life;
for a carnal person may, and usually hath, many grudgings of conscience, against since, and Some approbation of the ways of holiness. When the rich young man in the Gospel Come to christ, inquiring what he should do to inherit Eternal Life;
and at his second question, asked Christ, What lack I yet? Christ plainly discovered by his answer, that he wanted more love to his spiritual, than to his temporall happinesse. And in this example is confirmed, what Christ told his Disciples, to wit, that he that loved any thing more than him, is unworthy of him,
and At his second question, asked christ, What lack I yet? christ plainly discovered by his answer, that he wanted more love to his spiritual, than to his temporal happiness. And in this Exampl is confirmed, what christ told his Disciples, to wit, that he that loved any thing more than him, is unworthy of him,
But the thirty pieces of silver weighed Christ down in the ballance of his affection. I say also, it is the frame of thy heart, that thou must inquire after:
But the thirty Pieces of silver weighed christ down in the balance of his affection. I say also, it is the frame of thy heart, that thou must inquire After:
Now if a wicked man should judge of himselfe by what his inclination was, while he was in a good minde, for a little season, he may judge himselfe to be godly, (as, I doubt, many do) and so deceive his own soule.
Now if a wicked man should judge of himself by what his inclination was, while he was in a good mind, for a little season, he may judge himself to be godly, (as, I doubt, many do) and so deceive his own soul.
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Because a wicked man may have a prevalent, constant hatred of some sinnes, and a constant predominant love to some vertues: even very Heathens have been constant haters of injustice, intemperance, &c. and have been great lovers of temperance, justice, and such like vertues.
Because a wicked man may have a prevalent, constant hatred of Some Sins, and a constant predominant love to Some Virtues: even very heathens have been constant haters of injustice, intemperance, etc. and have been great lovers of temperance, Justice, and such like Virtues.
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And we see by experience, that many meer civil persons are stedfast haters of swearing, drunkennesse, whoredome, and such like open profanesse; and lovers of truth, honesty, and sobriety. Inquire then what is the prevalent frame of thy heart against every sin, so far as thou knowest.
And we see by experience, that many mere civil Persons Are steadfast haters of swearing, Drunkenness, whoredom, and such like open profaneness; and lovers of truth, honesty, and sobriety. Inquire then what is the prevalent frame of thy heart against every since, so Far as thou Knowest.
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Let me ask thee then, Hast thou well observed the frame of thy heart? and dost thou find it to be against every sin, so as not to be contented with secret sins, heart-sins, most pleasing sins, common infirmities, even such as may,
Let me ask thee then, Hast thou well observed the frame of thy heart? and dost thou find it to be against every since, so as not to be contented with secret Sins, Heart sins, most pleasing Sins, Common infirmities, even such as may,
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and doe ordinarily consist with a state of grace? Canst thou say with David, Psal. 119.113. I hate vain thoughts. Psal. 18.22, 23. All his judgements were before me, and I did dot put away his statutes from me;
and do ordinarily consist with a state of grace? Canst thou say with David, Psalm 119.113. I hate vain thoughts. Psalm 18.22, 23. All his Judgments were before me, and I did dot put away his statutes from me;
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and out of indulgence, he remaineth guilty, as a transgressour of the whole law. James 2.10. 3. As a further consequent, He that is saved from a state of sin, feareth sin, and followeth after holinesse. What a man looks upon as evil, he hateth; and what he hateth he feareth, if he be in danger of it;
and out of indulgence, he remains guilty, as a transgressor of the Whole law. James 2.10. 3. As a further consequent, He that is saved from a state of since, fears since, and follows After holiness. What a man looks upon as evil, he hates; and what he hates he fears, if he be in danger of it;
and the better he esteemeth it, the more diligently he seeketh after it. Thus to our purpose speaketh Solomon, Pro. 28.14. Happy is the man that feareth alway;
and the better he esteems it, the more diligently he seeks After it. Thus to our purpose speaks Solomon, Pro 28.14. Happy is the man that fears always;
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To feare judgement with a love to sin, is a servile feare; but to feare sin, as a most sad evill in it selfe, is from a true filiall fear of God, who hath forbidden sin;
To Fear judgement with a love to since, is a servile Fear; but to Fear since, as a most sad evil in it self, is from a true filial Fear of God, who hath forbidden since;
and in the words we see, it is such a feare, as is opposed to hardning of the heart. And we have Paul 's example for earnest pressing after the good he loved, and hoped for.
and in the words we see, it is such a Fear, as is opposed to hardening of the heart. And we have Paul is Exampl for earnest pressing After the good he loved, and hoped for.
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Ask thy soul then, Art thou bold, and adventurous in thy waies without feare of falling into sin? or art thou fearfull and carefull in all thy undertakings, lest thou transgresse? Dost thou say,
Ask thy soul then, Art thou bold, and adventurous in thy ways without Fear of falling into since? or art thou fearful and careful in all thy undertakings, lest thou transgress? Dost thou say,
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as Joseph did, when a temptation ariseth, How can I do this wickednesse and sinne against God? And dost thou in doubtful cases consider and inquire what the will of the Lord is, that thou maist keep his way?
as Joseph did, when a temptation arises, How can I do this wickedness and sin against God? And dost thou in doubtful cases Consider and inquire what the will of the Lord is, that thou Mayest keep his Way?
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But dost thou doe all these carefully, setting this as the end thou proposest, that hereby thou maist the more prevaile against every evil, and make a progresse in all good, and thereby glorifie God thy Saviour But alas, what is it that the most do? they sit out a Sermon, kneel out a Prayer in publick, say over their prayers in private, some perhaps doe this,
But dost thou do all these carefully, setting this as the end thou proposest, that hereby thou Mayest the more prevail against every evil, and make a progress in all good, and thereby Glorify God thy Saviour But alas, what is it that the most doe? they fit out a Sermon, kneel out a Prayer in public, say over their Prayers in private, Some perhaps do this,
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and more meerly to get knowledge, to obtaine a good esteeme with men, or to satisfie the voice of an enlightned naturall Conscience, or for some other by-end.
and more merely to get knowledge, to obtain a good esteem with men, or to satisfy the voice of an enlightened natural Conscience, or for Some other by-end.
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What a man loves, desires, and seeketh after, as good, he delights in the enjoyment of. What a man hates, feares, and carefully shuns, as evil, he is sorrowfull for,
What a man loves, Desires, and seeks After, as good, he delights in the enjoyment of. What a man hates, fears, and carefully shuns, as evil, he is sorrowful for,
When the evill, that a man feared is fallen upon him, it maketh him sad. Thus it is with those, that are godly in the spirituall estate. A godly man rejoyceth in all the good the Lord worketh in him, and by him, Thus Paul. 2. Cor. 1.12.
When the evil, that a man feared is fallen upon him, it makes him sad. Thus it is with those, that Are godly in the spiritual estate. A godly man Rejoiceth in all the good the Lord works in him, and by him, Thus Paul. 2. Cor. 1.12.
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Thus David makes a sad confession of his sin. Psal. 51.3, 4, 5, 6. Thus it is said, 2 Sam. 24.10. Davids heart smote him after he had numbred the people, and Dav•d said unto the Lord, I have sinned greatly in that I have done.
Thus David makes a sad Confessi of his since. Psalm 51.3, 4, 5, 6. Thus it is said, 2 Sam. 24.10. Davids heart smote him After he had numbered the people, and Dav•d said unto the Lord, I have sinned greatly in that I have done.
A godly man, as he hateth, so he grieveth for vain thoughts, It must be either a carnall, or bruitish frame of spirit for a man not to be grieved for sin.
A godly man, as he hates, so he Grieveth for vain thoughts, It must be either a carnal, or brutish frame of Spirit for a man not to be grieved for since.
those that are removed to heaven, being wholly free from sin, have no more cause to grieve for sin. But whosoever it is that lives upon earth, that being subject to daily offences,
those that Are removed to heaven, being wholly free from since, have no more cause to grieve for since. But whosoever it is that lives upon earth, that being Subject to daily offences,
And whether he that rejoiceth in iniquity, without any remorse, or sorrow at all for it, be in a good condition, let any man judge, who understandeth any thing of the Word of God.
And whither he that rejoices in iniquity, without any remorse, or sorrow At all for it, be in a good condition, let any man judge, who understands any thing of the Word of God.
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See 2 Thes. 2.11, 12. And for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they should believe a lie, that they all might be damned, who believe not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousnesse.
See 2 Thebes 2.11, 12. And for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they should believe a lie, that they all might be damned, who believe not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.
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Well, whatever vain mindes may fancy to themselves, the old Divinity will prove the soundest: whosoever he is that is in a state of salvation, doth truly and sincerely grieve for sin, and delight in that which is good, more than in all worldly prosperity:
Well, whatever vain minds may fancy to themselves, the old Divinity will prove the soundest: whosoever he is that is in a state of salvation, does truly and sincerely grieve for since, and delight in that which is good, more than in all worldly Prosperity:
I do not say more passionately, but more solidly, that if it were put to his choice, he would not change grace for all the gold in the Indies. Psal. 119.14. I have rejoyced in the way of thy testimonies, as much as in all riches.
I do not say more passionately, but more solidly, that if it were put to his choice, he would not change grace for all the gold in the Indies. Psalm 119.14. I have rejoiced in the Way of thy testimonies, as much as in all riches.
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Exh. 4. Whosoever thou art that fearest God, and upon examination, findest thy self to be delivered from a state of sin, rouze up thy heart, and take unto thee words of praise and thanksgiving to God thy Saviour.
Exh 4. Whosoever thou art that Fearest God, and upon examination, Findest thy self to be Delivered from a state of since, rouse up thy heart, and take unto thee words of praise and thanksgiving to God thy Saviour.
How sad was thy condition, when thou wast a wretched bond-slave of Satan, led captive by him at his will, serving divers lusts, & running with the wicked of the world, to the same excesse of riot with them,
How sad was thy condition, when thou wast a wretched bondslave of Satan, led captive by him At his will, serving diverse Lustiest, & running with the wicked of the world, to the same excess of riot with them,
2. Consider how many thousands there are in the world that live in the midst of carnal security, contentedly abiding in the bondage of sin, & vassallage of Satan! & how very few there are that shall be saved, in comparison of the multitude that shall be eternally destroyed! Now, that God should call thee to be one of that little flock, and that when there is but as it were one of a family, and two of a tribe, thou shouldst be singled out from the rest,
2. Consider how many thousands there Are in the world that live in the midst of carnal security, contentedly abiding in the bondage of since, & vassalage of Satan! & how very few there Are that shall be saved, in comparison of the multitude that shall be eternally destroyed! Now, that God should call thee to be one of that little flock, and that when there is but as it were one of a family, and two of a tribe, thou Shouldst be singled out from the rest,
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3. How many, more rich, more honourable, more wise than thy self, and many lesse sinners, and of better natural dispositions and inclinations, are left in a state of sin to perish eternally!
3. How many, more rich, more honourable, more wise than thy self, and many less Sinners, and of better natural dispositions and inclinations, Are left in a state of since to perish eternally!
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yet God hath reformed thy crooked perverse spirit, and continually pardons thy daily miscarriages, and leads thee, and guides thee by his gracious spirit in the way to perfect glory. Hast thou not cause to say, This is a faithfull saying,
yet God hath reformed thy crooked perverse Spirit, and continually Pardons thy daily miscarriages, and leads thee, and guides thee by his gracious Spirit in the Way to perfect glory. Hast thou not cause to say, This is a faithful saying,
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and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief? howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all long suffering for a pattern to them which shall believe on him to life everlasting, 1 Tim. 1.15, 16. 4. Consider how averse thou wast to the work of grace upon thy owne-soul, Rom. 8.7. The carnall mind is enmity against God;
and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the world to save Sinners, of whom I am chief? howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me First jesus christ might show forth all long suffering for a pattern to them which shall believe on him to life everlasting, 1 Tim. 1.15, 16. 4. Consider how averse thou wast to the work of grace upon thy owne-soul, Rom. 8.7. The carnal mind is enmity against God;
yet the Lord pitied thee when thou wast in thy blood, and hadst not an heart to pity thy selfe, and said unto thee live; he hath prevented thee with his goodnesse, and was found of thee when thou soughtest him not.
yet the Lord pitied thee when thou wast in thy blood, and Hadst not an heart to pity thy self, and said unto thee live; he hath prevented thee with his Goodness, and was found of thee when thou soughtest him not.
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and glory, and honour to God in the highest, and to the lamb of God, that taketh away my sin, who sitteth upon the throne to all eternity. Amen. Hallelujah.
and glory, and honour to God in the highest, and to the lamb of God, that Takes away my since, who Sitteth upon the throne to all eternity. Amen. Hallelujah.
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Hath Satan at any time assaulted thee with his temptations, or hast thou been sorely endangered by thy own corrupt inclinanation to commit sin, and hath the Lord prevented thee by any meanes whatsoever? Thou hast cause to blesse his name. If we have gotten a remarkable victory in warre, we take it for our duty to set apart a day of thanksgiving for it.
Hath Satan At any time assaulted thee with his temptations, or hast thou been sorely endangered by thy own corrupt inclinanation to commit since, and hath the Lord prevented thee by any means whatsoever? Thou hast cause to bless his name. If we have got a remarkable victory in war, we take it for our duty to Set apart a day of thanksgiving for it.
And should we not be as thankfull, yea more thankfull for Gods manifold gracious preservations of us from spirituall dangers? Suppose thou wert travailing on a journey with a great charge of money about thee,
And should we not be as thankful, yea more thankful for God's manifold gracious preservations of us from spiritual dangers? Suppose thou Wertenberg travailing on a journey with a great charge of money about thee,
God should by a speciall providence bring passengers that way, who come in, in the very nick of time to save thee both from wounding, and robbing. Wouldst thou not looke upon it as a speciall favour, and be thankfull to God for so great a deliverance,
God should by a special providence bring passengers that Way, who come in, in the very neck of time to save thee both from wounding, and robbing. Wouldst thou not look upon it as a special favour, and be thankful to God for so great a deliverance,
and wound thy soule? And how oft hath the Lord delivered thee by sending in seasonable checks of conscience, motions of his spirit, reproofs, counsels and advice of Christian friends,
and wound thy soul? And how oft hath the Lord Delivered thee by sending in seasonable Checks of conscience, motions of his Spirit, reproofs, Counsels and Advice of Christian Friends,
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and instructions by his messengers, whereby thou hast been delivered? And hast thou not cause to blesse the Lord for thy preservation, and for the meanes whereby thou wast preserved? Are not spirituall dangers greater then temporall, and is not the consequence of them more dangerous, if they prevaile? And is not the mercy of such a deliverance the more highly to be prized, and God more highly to be praised? David hath herein given us a very pertinent example.
and instructions by his messengers, whereby thou hast been Delivered? And hast thou not cause to bless the Lord for thy preservation, and for the means whereby thou wast preserved? are not spiritual dangers greater then temporal, and is not the consequence of them more dangerous, if they prevail? And is not the mercy of such a deliverance the more highly to be prized, and God more highly to be praised? David hath herein given us a very pertinent Exampl.
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David, partly by the instigation of Satan, and partly by the heat of his own provoked passion, rashly resolved to destroy Nabal, & all that pertained to him before the morning light,
David, partly by the instigation of Satan, and partly by the heat of his own provoked passion, rashly resolved to destroy Nabal, & all that pertained to him before the morning Light,
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But the Lord sent in Abigail, by his gracious providence, with seasonable and spiritual counsel, whereby David was prevented of the execution of the evil he had intended.
But the Lord sent in Abigail, by his gracious providence, with seasonable and spiritual counsel, whereby David was prevented of the execution of the evil he had intended.
Now David was presently apprehensive of so great a mercy. See how heartily he blesseth God, for keeping him from the sin of self-revenge, and blesseth the instrument also, whereby he was preserved. 1 Sam. 25.32, 33. And David said to Abigail, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which hath sent thee this day to meet me:
Now David was presently apprehensive of so great a mercy. See how heartily he Blesses God, for keeping him from the sin of Self-revenge, and Blesses the Instrument also, whereby he was preserved. 1 Sam. 25.32, 33. And David said to Abigail, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which hath sent thee this day to meet me:
And again, ver. 39. When David heard that Nabal was dead, he said, blessed be the Lord, that hath pleaded the cause of my reproach from the hand of Nabal, and hath kept his servant from evil.
And again, ver. 39. When David herd that Nabal was dead, he said, blessed be the Lord, that hath pleaded the cause of my reproach from the hand of Nabal, and hath kept his servant from evil.
The Lord is my rock, my fortresse, and my deliverer, my God, my strength, in whom I will trust, my buckler, the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.
The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer, my God, my strength, in whom I will trust, my buckler, the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.
My spirituall enemies conspired against me with one consent, they communed of laying snares privily for my soule, saying, Who shall see them? They took crafty counsel against me to take me unawares,
My spiritual enemies conspired against me with one consent, they communed of laying snares privily for my soul, saying, Who shall see them? They took crafty counsel against me to take me unawares,
Blessed be the Lord who hath not given me up, as a prey to their teeth, but hath delivered my soule from death, mine eyes from teares, my feet from falling.
Blessed be the Lord who hath not given me up, as a prey to their teeth, but hath Delivered my soul from death, mine eyes from tears, my feet from falling.
Blesse the Lord, O my soule, for the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee. Thus consider, I say, what particular deliverances of this kinde thou hast received.
Bless the Lord, Oh my soul, for the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee. Thus Consider, I say, what particular Deliverances of this kind thou hast received.
Hast thou been set upon by violent temptations to Atheisme, Blasphemy, or the like, and hath the Lord preserved thee? Hast thou been allured by pleasing baits to Lust, Pride, Covetousness,
Hast thou been Set upon by violent temptations to Atheism, Blasphemy, or the like, and hath the Lord preserved thee? Hast thou been allured by pleasing baits to Lust, Pride, Covetousness,
or such like Evils, & hath the Lord withheld thee from them? O consider what abundant cause thou hast to be thankful! spiritual deliverances are not to be slighted. And know that the more thankfull thou art for such mercies, already received, the better shalt thou be able to resist future temptations.
or such like Evils, & hath the Lord withheld thee from them? O Consider what abundant cause thou hast to be thankful! spiritual Deliverances Are not to be slighted. And know that the more thankful thou art for such Mercies, already received, the better shalt thou be able to resist future temptations.
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and thy sinful condition here (for so it is, in great measure, at the best) for that happy condition, wherein sin shall be no more, but thou shalt be perfectly saved from it.
and thy sinful condition Here (for so it is, in great measure, At the best) for that happy condition, wherein sin shall be no more, but thou shalt be perfectly saved from it.
Was it not thy sin alone that made thee miserable? was it not this that defaced the Image of God in thy soule, and cast thee from the Paradise of God to the very Brink of Hell? Did not Christ come into the world, live a wearisome life, and die a miserable death, to save thee from thy death in sin? was not sin the burden of thy soule, and the sorrow of thy heart, under which thou groanedst, when the Lord first awakned, and rouzed thee out of thy carnal security? Did not thy sin cause thee to cry mightily to God for salvation and deliverance, when thou sensibly, perceivedst thy lost condition? And was not this the work that Christ took in hand,
Was it not thy sin alone that made thee miserable? was it not this that defaced the Image of God in thy soul, and cast thee from the Paradise of God to the very Brink of Hell? Did not christ come into the world, live a wearisome life, and die a miserable death, to save thee from thy death in since? was not since the burden of thy soul, and the sorrow of thy heart, under which thou groanedst, when the Lord First awakened, and roused thee out of thy carnal security? Did not thy sin cause thee to cry mightily to God for salvation and deliverance, when thou sensibly, perceivedst thy lost condition? And was not this the work that christ took in hand,
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Hast thou complained of sin, and professed to hate it thus long? How comest thou now to plead a forbearance for thy mortall enemy? Sure thou canst not dream (with the dreamers of this age) of a state of perfection here in the body.
Hast thou complained of since, and professed to hate it thus long? How Comest thou now to plead a forbearance for thy Mortal enemy? Sure thou Canst not dream (with the dreamers of this age) of a state of perfection Here in the body.
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though thou make it thy daily work to watch, pray, and strive against sin, thou canst prevent it but in part, though thou daily weedest out the rambling tares,
though thou make it thy daily work to watch, pray, and strive against since, thou Canst prevent it but in part, though thou daily weedest out the rambling tares,
Is not this thy sad condition, and art thou unwilling to be delivered from it? Is sin so delightful a companion? If it be so to thy flesh, it cannot be to thy spirit, or else thou art not spirituall. Didst thou rejoyce,
Is not this thy sad condition, and art thou unwilling to be Delivered from it? Is since so delightful a Companion? If it be so to thy Flesh, it cannot be to thy Spirit, or Else thou art not spiritual. Didst thou rejoice,
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when thy Redeemer brought thee out of thy worse than Egyptian bondage? and art thou unwilling to enter into the heavenly Canaan of rest? Is it better to be alwaies wandring in the wildernesse of sin? wast thou glad to see the foundation of thy happinesse laid? and art thou loath to see the superstructure reared,
when thy Redeemer brought thee out of thy Worse than Egyptian bondage? and art thou unwilling to enter into the heavenly Canaan of rest? Is it better to be always wandering in the Wilderness of since? wast thou glad to see the Foundation of thy happiness laid? and art thou loath to see the superstructure reared,
lest he should perfect thy deliverance? Death is indeed, in it self, an enemy to nature, and a part of the curse due for sin, and therefore cannot be desirable for it self. But learn to look beyond it unto Christ thy Saviour (whose presence is most desirable) as Paul did, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ, which is far better than thy present life;
lest he should perfect thy deliverance? Death is indeed, in it self, an enemy to nature, and a part of the curse due for since, and Therefore cannot be desirable for it self. But Learn to look beyond it unto christ thy Saviour (whose presence is most desirable) as Paul did, having a desire to depart, and to be with christ, which is Far better than thy present life;
as groaning under the present burden, and art thou still willing to bear it? The Spouse in the Canticles, c. 8. 14. cries, Make hast my beloved, and be thou like to a Roe,
as groaning under the present burden, and art thou still willing to bear it? The Spouse in the Canticles, c. 8. 14. cries, Make hast my Beloved, and be thou like to a Roe,
And why dost thou desire delayes, that he should creep as a Snail. and be long in coming? Did Christ teach thee to say, Thy Kingdome come, and canst thou heartily pray for it,
And why dost thou desire delays, that he should creep as a Snail. and be long in coming? Did christ teach thee to say, Thy Kingdom come, and Canst thou heartily pray for it,
if thou art not yet willing of it? Dost thou not profess to live, and rejoice in the hope of glory, and canst thou hope for, and rejoyce in the hope of what thou dost not unfeignedly desire? Bethink thy self,
if thou art not yet willing of it? Dost thou not profess to live, and rejoice in the hope of glory, and Canst thou hope for, and rejoice in the hope of what thou dost not unfeignedly desire? Bethink thy self,
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and blame thy soul for thy foolish mistakes. Is not heaven the place where holinesse must be perfect? Is it not there alone, that the perfectly pure in heart shall behold the face of God? Doth not Abraham wait there to lodge thee in his bosome? Do not the spirits of just men there made perfect, and the Angels of God joyfully wait to give thee entertainment? Did not Christ thy Redeemer goe before to prepare a mansion for thee, and will he not there shew thee his full salvation? O doe but seriously meditate,
and blame thy soul for thy foolish mistakes. Is not heaven the place where holiness must be perfect? Is it not there alone, that the perfectly pure in heart shall behold the face of God? Does not Abraham wait there to lodge thee in his bosom? Do not the spirits of just men there made perfect, and the Angels of God joyfully wait to give thee entertainment? Did not christ thy Redeemer go before to prepare a mansion for thee, and will he not there show thee his full salvation? Oh do but seriously meditate,
and that frequently, of the misery of sin, and of the perfect happinesse of a sinlesse condition, and thou wilt be so farre from making, or desiring delayes, that thou wilt rather cry out, How long Lord, holy,
and that frequently, of the misery of since, and of the perfect happiness of a sinless condition, and thou wilt be so Far from making, or desiring delays, that thou wilt rather cry out, How long Lord, holy,
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Thou Lord hast purchased, and begun my salvation from sin, when wilt thou come to perfect the work? Thou that hast done thus much already for me, hast said,
Thou Lord hast purchased, and begun my salvation from since, when wilt thou come to perfect the work? Thou that hast done thus much already for me, hast said,
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Exh. 7. Lastly, Is it the great work of Christ to save his people from their sins? and hast thou had experience of this saving work upon thy own heart? Labour, what in thee lies, to be helpfull,
Exh 7. Lastly, Is it the great work of christ to save his people from their Sins? and hast thou had experience of this Saving work upon thy own heart? Labour, what in thee lies, to be helpful,
as an instrument of Christ, towards the salvation of others. Though thou art but a private Christian, thou maist be very serviceable to the soule of thy brother. Be free in giving seasonable exhortations, perswasions, intreaties, admonitions in love,
as an Instrument of christ, towards the salvation of Others. Though thou art but a private Christian, thou Mayest be very serviceable to the soul of thy brother. Be free in giving seasonable exhortations, persuasions, entreaties, admonitions in love,
Gal. 6 1. Brethren, if any man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual restore such a one in the spirit of meeknesse, considering thy self lest thou also be tempted. Heb. 3.13. Exhort one another daily, while it is called to day, lest any of you be hardned through the deceitfulnesse of sin.
Gal. 6 1. Brothers, if any man be overtaken in a fault, you which Are spiritual restore such a one in the Spirit of meekness, considering thy self lest thou also be tempted. Hebrew 3.13. Exhort one Another daily, while it is called to day, lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of since.
Solomon saith, Fooles make a mock at sin, Prov. 14 9. And it was a great aggravation of the Corinthians sin, when they had the incestuous person among them:
Solomon Says, Fools make a mock At since, Curae 14 9. And it was a great aggravation of the Corinthians since, when they had the incestuous person among them:
That they were puffed up, and had not rather mourned; 1 Cor. 5.2. It is also an unchristian course in those, that when they hear, or see their brothers miscarriage, they blaze it abroad in all companies among others, to their infamy and disgrace;
That they were puffed up, and had not rather mourned; 1 Cor. 5.2. It is also an unchristian course in those, that when they hear, or see their Brother's miscarriage, they blaze it abroad in all companies among Others, to their infamy and disgrace;
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But it is a most desperate, and preposterous course of those, who rather than they will be at the pains of faithfully admonishing offenders, will separate from them;
But it is a most desperate, and preposterous course of those, who rather than they will be At the pains of faithfully admonishing offenders, will separate from them;
I doubt not but a scandalous offender should be excommunicated; but not before he is proved obstinate, much lesse before we have heard him speak, or spent one faithfull and serious admonition upon him for his recovery. The dreadfull sentence of excommunication is onely to be pronounced against an offender,
I doubt not but a scandalous offender should be excommunicated; but not before he is proved obstinate, much less before we have herd him speak, or spent one faithful and serious admonition upon him for his recovery. The dreadful sentence of excommunication is only to be pronounced against an offender,
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Much less may we cast off our lapsed Churches as no Churches of Christ, & the members thereof by the hundreds, or in the whole lump, as no Christians, before we have tried the utmost we can do for their healing & recovery. We know, that God is a God of patience,
Much less may we cast off our lapsed Churches as no Churches of christ, & the members thereof by the hundreds, or in the Whole lump, as no Christians, before we have tried the utmost we can do for their healing & recovery. We know, that God is a God of patience,
and long-suffering, admonishing, reproving, exhorting, wooing, and beseeching poor back-sliding sinners, and Churches, waiting long for their reformation before he utterly casteth them off.
and long-suffering, admonishing, reproving, exhorting, wooing, and beseeching poor backsliding Sinners, and Churches, waiting long for their Reformation before he utterly Cast them off.
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in meeknesse instructing those that oppose themselves, if, peradventure God will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth, 2 Tim. 2.24, 25.
in meekness instructing those that oppose themselves, if, Peradventure God will give them Repentance to the acknowledging of the truth, 2 Tim. 2.24, 25.
It is an easie matter to call Christians Dogs, and Swine, and cast them off from the priviledge of brotherly admonition, because it is accounted an unthankful office. But this way (as a godly Minister,
It is an easy matter to call Christians Dogs, and Swine, and cast them off from the privilege of brotherly admonition, Because it is accounted an unthankful office. But this Way (as a godly Minister,
He is but a desperate Chirurgion, who, when a wounded person is brought to him, cutteth off the member, because he would not be troubled with the cure, and so leaveth the Patient to shift for himself.
He is but a desperate Chirurgeon, who, when a wounded person is brought to him, cutteth off the member, Because he would not be troubled with the cure, and so Leaveth the Patient to shift for himself.
Some that have gone in good earnest, to some of the worst of sinners, and dealt faithfully with them touching their miscarriages, have found them free in confessing their faults, with teares in their eyes, begging prayers to God for them.
some that have gone in good earnest, to Some of the worst of Sinners, and dealt faithfully with them touching their miscarriages, have found them free in confessing their Faults, with tears in their eyes, begging Prayers to God for them.
Methinks (my brethren) you should remember how many admonitions, and how much time the Lord spent in waiting upon your owne soules, before you savingly imbraced his counsel; O consider it wel.
Methinks (my brothers) you should Remember how many admonitions, and how much time the Lord spent in waiting upon your own Souls, before you savingly embraced his counsel; Oh Consider it well.
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Mistake me not, I speak not, as if I would have all sorts of persons among us admitted to all Church-priviledges: but I would not have the common sort so lightly cast off, as they are by some,
Mistake me not, I speak not, as if I would have all sorts of Persons among us admitted to all Church privileges: but I would not have the Common sort so lightly cast off, as they Are by Some,
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And what shall we say of those, who censure their Minister for not suspending from the Lords table, some that have offended, though he know nothing of the offence, when they themselves that know it, will not so much as once admonish them, which is their manifest duty. Men are very ready to complaine of others, for that wherein themselves are chiefly in fault.
And what shall we say of those, who censure their Minister for not suspending from the lords table, Some that have offended, though he know nothing of the offence, when they themselves that know it, will not so much as once admonish them, which is their manifest duty. Men Are very ready to complain of Others, for that wherein themselves Are chiefly in fault.
when themselves never once set about the duty of private members. I know, that in so great a place as this, there is far more ministeriall work, than we two, and twice two more are able to perform;
when themselves never once Set about the duty of private members. I know, that in so great a place as this, there is Far more ministerial work, than we two, and twice two more Are able to perform;
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yet will some find fault, because we cannot do our own work and theirs too, that so they may be quit from the troublesome duty of admonishing an offending brother. But is not this to binde heavy burdens, and grievous to be born,
yet will Some find fault, Because we cannot do our own work and theirs too, that so they may be quit from the troublesome duty of admonishing an offending brother. But is not this to bind heavy burdens, and grievous to be born,
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and lay them on other mens shoulders, when they themselves will not touch them with the least of their fingers? I doubt not (Brethren) but both you and we shalloperform our duties defectively (at the best) as long as we live here;
and lay them on other men's shoulders, when they themselves will not touch them with the least of their fingers? I doubt not (Brothers) but both you and we shalloperform our duties defectively (At the best) as long as we live Here;
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Doe you see carnall persons in the height of wickednesse? and think you therefore they are not to be medled with? Is not their case the more to be pitied, and their cure (if it may be) the more seriously minded? God doth often reclaim the worst of sinners, and he doth it in the use of his own meanes, whereof private admonition is one.
Do you see carnal Persons in the height of wickedness? and think you Therefore they Are not to be meddled with? Is not their case the more to be pitied, and their cure (if it may be) the more seriously minded? God does often reclaim the worst of Sinners, and he does it in the use of his own means, whereof private admonition is one.
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When Jerusalem suffered the saddest desolation, & heedless passengers were grown hard-hearted towards her, she affectionately cries out, Lam. 1.12. Is it nothing to you, all ye that passe by? Behold and see if there be any sorrow like unto my sorrow.
When Jerusalem suffered the Saddest desolation, & heedless passengers were grown hardhearted towards her, she affectionately cries out, Lam. 1.12. Is it nothing to you, all you that pass by? Behold and see if there be any sorrow like unto my sorrow.
Is there any misery like unto the misery of those that lie in the ruines and desolation of sin? Is there any evil like unto this? and is it nothing to you, all ye that regardlesly passe by? If the deepest misery be the meetest object of pity, and the greatest poverty the fittest object of charity, then here may you bestow your spirituall almes very cheerfully, here are objects enow amongst us fit for your exercise.
Is there any misery like unto the misery of those that lie in the ruins and desolation of since? Is there any evil like unto this? and is it nothing to you, all you that regardlessly pass by? If the Deepest misery be the meetest Object of pity, and the greatest poverty the Fittest Object of charity, then Here may you bestow your spiritual alms very cheerfully, Here Are objects enough among us fit for your exercise.
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Though you may take such a sinner for one that is without, and judge him unfit to be called by the name of brother, yet vouchsafe him the priviledge of a neighbour. Lev. 19 17. Thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy neighbour,
Though you may take such a sinner for one that is without, and judge him unfit to be called by the name of brother, yet vouchsafe him the privilege of a neighbour. Lev. 19 17. Thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy neighbour,
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but put on rather bowels of compassion with the good Samaritan, bind up his wounds and pour in oyle: A seasonable reproof from a sympathising heart, may be as a precious oyle, as saith David, Psal. 141.5.
but put on rather bowels of compassion with the good Samaritan, bind up his wounds and pour in oil: A seasonable reproof from a sympathising heart, may be as a precious oil, as Says David, Psalm 141.5.
as being fellow-members of the same body, called to that unity for mutual help. How much might Christians advantage each other, were they but faithful in the performance of this necessary duty!
as being Fellow members of the same body, called to that unity for mutual help. How much might Christians advantage each other, were they but faithful in the performance of this necessary duty!
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Remember, I beseech you, what I have formerly taught you in divers Sermons from Mat. 18.15, 16, 17. wherein I handled the graduall proceedings of this duty.
remember, I beseech you, what I have formerly taught you in diverse Sermons from Mathew 18.15, 16, 17. wherein I handled the gradual proceedings of this duty.
and in private offences begin with private admonition; for if the offence may be put away privily, it is not the mind of Christ, that the offender should be put to open shame.
and in private offences begin with private admonition; for if the offence may be put away privily, it is not the mind of christ, that the offender should be put to open shame.
I might here descend in this exhortation to speak more particularly, and to stir up persons, according to their relative obligations to be subservient to Christ in this great saving work: But I will not now branch forth into so many particulars, being desirous to hasten towards a conclusion of this Subject.
I might Here descend in this exhortation to speak more particularly, and to stir up Persons, according to their relative obligations to be subservient to christ in this great Saving work: But I will not now branch forth into so many particulars, being desirous to hasten towards a conclusion of this Subject.
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for the promoting of this saving work of Christ. If your children (through Gods blessing upon your faithful endeavors) become the children of God; and your servants the servants of God: If you, that are husbands and wives, be instrumentall for the espousing of one the other to Christ, that so you may walk hand in hand in Heavens way,
for the promoting of this Saving work of christ. If your children (through God's blessing upon your faithful endeavors) become the children of God; and your Servants the Servants of God: If you, that Are Husbands and wives, be instrumental for the espousing of one the other to christ, that so you may walk hand in hand in Heavens Way,
Jam. 5.19, 20. Brethren, if any of you do erre from the truth, and one convert him, let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the errour of his way, shall save a soule from death,
Jam. 5.19, 20. Brothers, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him, let him know, that he which Converts the sinner from the error of his Way, shall save a soul from death,
LAstly, If this Salvation from Sin be the Work of Christ, then this is matter of consolation to all such as are in a state of Salvation, in divers respects, especially in these two, which I shall particularly mention. 1. Here is comfort against the fear of falling away. 2. In assurance of full freedome at last from all their sins.
LAstly, If this Salvation from since be the Work of christ, then this is matter of consolation to all such as Are in a state of Salvation, in diverse respects, especially in these two, which I shall particularly mention. 1. Here is Comfort against the Fear of falling away. 2. In assurance of full freedom At last from all their Sins.
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But the Elect of God (and such onely are effectually called) shall not be deceived: For, saith our Saviour Christ, Mat. 24.24. There shall arise false Christs, and false Prophets, and shall shew great signes and wonders, insomuch that (if it were possible) they shall deceive the very Elect. The Elect may be long deceived before their conversion, they may after their conversion also be brought off, for a time, from some of the sound principles they have professed;
But the Elect of God (and such only Are effectually called) shall not be deceived: For, Says our Saviour christ, Mathew 24.24. There shall arise false Christ, and false prophets, and shall show great Signs and wonders, insomuch that (if it were possible) they shall deceive the very Elect. The Elect may be long deceived before their conversion, they may After their conversion also be brought off, for a time, from Some of the found principles they have professed;
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and from much of the practice of Christianity, wherein they were forward (as I am perswaded, many are in these dayes, whom God will cause in his good time to remember, from whence they are fallen,
and from much of the practice of Christianity, wherein they were forward (as I am persuaded, many Are in these days, whom God will cause in his good time to Remember, from whence they Are fallen,
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) And the most faithfull of Gods Elect are deceived all their dayes in lesser matters, both in judgment and practise. But the Elect of God shall not be utterly deceived in those things, that are essentially necessary to be known and done.
) And the most faithful of God's Elect Are deceived all their days in lesser matters, both in judgement and practise. But the Elect of God shall not be utterly deceived in those things, that Are essentially necessary to be known and done.
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Whosoever then thou art, that sincerely fearest God, rejoyce in thy firme, and setled condition. The Love, wherewith the Lord hath loved thee, is everlasting love. Jer. 33.3. his mercy he will keep for thee for evermore, Psal. 89.28. the kindnesse of thy Redeemer is everlasting kindnesse, Isa. 54.8. The Covenant that God hath entred with thee, is an everlasting Covenant, Isa. 55.3. Heb. 8. 8, 9. c 13.20. The spirit of Sanctification, already given thee, is the earnest of thy Inheritance, Eph. 1.14. Thou art sealed by it to the day of redemption. Eph. 4.30. It is sent unto thee, not as a wayfaring man to tarry but for a night, but to abide with thee for ever. Joh. 14.16. The seed of grace is an incorruptible seed. 1. Pet. 1.23. The life of grace is everlasting life: For he that truely believeth, hath everlasting life, Joh, 3.36. Ch. 5.24. Thou believest the record, that God hath given of his Son;
Whosoever then thou art, that sincerely Fearest God, rejoice in thy firm, and settled condition. The Love, wherewith the Lord hath loved thee, is everlasting love. Jer. 33.3. his mercy he will keep for thee for evermore, Psalm 89.28. the kindness of thy Redeemer is everlasting kindness, Isaiah 54.8. The Covenant that God hath entered with thee, is an everlasting Covenant, Isaiah 55.3. Hebrew 8. 8, 9. c 13.20. The Spirit of Sanctification, already given thee, is the earnest of thy Inheritance, Ephesians 1.14. Thou art sealed by it to the day of redemption. Ephesians 4.30. It is sent unto thee, not as a wayfaring man to tarry but for a night, but to abide with thee for ever. John 14.16. The seed of grace is an incorruptible seed. 1. Pet. 1.23. The life of grace is everlasting life: For he that truly Believeth, hath everlasting life, John, 3.36. Christ 5.24. Thou Believest the record, that God hath given of his Son;
1 Joh 5.11, 12, Everlasting life is already begun in thy soule, and the Lord is faithfull, who will establish thee to the end. 2. Thes. 3.3. Satan indeed desireth to have thee, that he may sist thee as wheat:
1 John 5.11, 12, Everlasting life is already begun in thy soul, and the Lord is faithful, who will establish thee to the end. 2. Thebes 3.3. Satan indeed Desires to have thee, that he may sist thee as wheat:
but Christ hath prayed for thee, that thy faith may not faile, Luke 22. 31, 32. The powers that are against thee are great, but the power that is for thee is greater. Thou shalt be kept by the power of God, through faith unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. The Lord, that hath already rescued thee out of the jawes of Satan, that was ready to devour thee (as David rescued the Lamb out of the mouth of the Lion) will carefully watch over thee, that thou maist no more become a prey.
but christ hath prayed for thee, that thy faith may not fail, Lycia 22. 31, 32. The Powers that Are against thee Are great, but the power that is for thee is greater. Thou shalt be kept by the power of God, through faith unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. The Lord, that hath already rescued thee out of the Jaws of Satan, that was ready to devour thee (as David rescued the Lamb out of the Mouth of the lion) will carefully watch over thee, that thou Mayest no more become a prey.
He that keepeth thee, will not slumber. Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep The Lord is thy keeper, the Lord is thy shade upon the right hand.
He that Keepeth thee, will not slumber. Behold, he that Keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep The Lord is thy keeper, the Lord is thy shade upon the right hand.
or distresse, or persecution, or famine, or nakednesse, or perill, or sword? Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerours, through him, that loved us.
or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Nay, in all these things we Are more than conquerors, through him, that loved us.
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nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in christ jesus our Lord.
Thou hast cause indeed to feare Satans, and the Worlds temptations, and thine own inbred corruption, with a feare, begetting care for the prevention of the evil; but let not thy feare cause thee to cast away thy confidence in Christ thy Saviour;
Thou hast cause indeed to Fear Satan, and the World's temptations, and thine own inbred corruption, with a Fear, begetting care for the prevention of the evil; but let not thy Fear cause thee to cast away thy confidence in christ thy Saviour;
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but in assurance of his help and protection, fly unto him at all seasons, and say as David did in another case. Psal. 66.3. What time I am afraid I will trust in thee.
but in assurance of his help and protection, fly unto him At all seasons, and say as David did in Another case. Psalm 66.3. What time I am afraid I will trust in thee.
A repetition of the same thing in Scripture, is like Pharaoh 's doubled dream, which sheweth that the thing shall certainly come to passe, which is foretold or promised.
A repetition of the same thing in Scripture, is like Pharaoh is doubled dream, which shows that the thing shall Certainly come to pass, which is foretold or promised.
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Enemies indeed thou hast, and the worst are in thine own house, I meane, (which is worse ) in thine own heart; Feare with a cautious, but not with an incredulous feare. Remember, thou art here a member of the Church-militant among many Enemies, warre thou must,
Enemies indeed thou hast, and the worst Are in thine own house, I mean, (which is Worse) in thine own heart; fear with a cautious, but not with an incredulous Fear. remember, thou art Here a member of the Church-militant among many Enemies, war thou must,
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Be strong, I say, in the Lord and in the might of his power, and he shall preserve thee by his grace, that thou maist not be of them that draw back unto perdition,
Be strong, I say, in the Lord and in the might of his power, and he shall preserve thee by his grace, that thou Mayest not be of them that draw back unto perdition,
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Therefore let thy heart be glad, and thy tongue rejoyce, and feare not thy state, while thou truly fearest sin, as the worst of evils. Feare nothing so much as a fearelesse and carelesse condition.
Therefore let thy heart be glad, and thy tongue rejoice, and Fear not thy state, while thou truly Fearest since, as the worst of evils. fear nothing so much as a fearless and careless condition.
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and againe I say rejoyce, Phil. 4.4. Thou many times bewailest the blots, blemishes, and deformities, that are upon thee, and dost therefore (and not without cause) abhorre thy self in dust and ashes.
and again I say rejoice, Philip 4.4. Thou many times bewailest the blots, blemishes, and deformities, that Are upon thee, and dost Therefore (and not without cause) abhor thy self in dust and Ashes.
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O rejoyce in this, that it is but a little while, ere all these shall be wholly taken away, and thou shalt be absolutely without spot, or blemish. Are not the reliques of thy sin, which now abide within thee, the remainder of Satans image? and will the Lord suffer it to remain upon any of his ransomed ones? Is not the work of grace a draught (although imperfect) of the Divine nature upon thy soule? hath not the Lord,
O rejoice in this, that it is but a little while, ere all these shall be wholly taken away, and thou shalt be absolutely without spot, or blemish. are not the Relics of thy since, which now abide within thee, the remainder of Satan image? and will the Lord suffer it to remain upon any of his ransomed ones? Is not the work of grace a draught (although imperfect) of the Divine nature upon thy soul? hath not the Lord,
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as it were, begun to draw his own image, or picture, upon the table of thine heart? are not the lineaments, and proportion of what it shall be, already traced out? and will the Lord leave it so? No, no, he will certainly come over it again, and again, he will shadow, and beautifie it, till he hath made it a most glorious and beautifull piece.
as it were, begun to draw his own image, or picture, upon the table of thine heart? Are not the lineaments, and proportion of what it shall be, already traced out? and will the Lord leave it so? No, no, he will Certainly come over it again, and again, he will shadow, and beautify it, till he hath made it a most glorious and beautiful piece.
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Thou wast formerly in bondage to Satan, and thy own corruption, but, through the mercifull power of thy precious Redeemer, thou art rescued from the bondage, wherein thou wast held.
Thou wast formerly in bondage to Satan, and thy own corruption, but, through the merciful power of thy precious Redeemer, thou art rescued from the bondage, wherein thou wast held.
Be confident of this very thing, that he that hath begun a good work in thy soule, will compleat and finish it unto the day of Jesus Christ, Phil. 1.6.
Be confident of this very thing, that he that hath begun a good work in thy soul, will complete and finish it unto the day of jesus christ, Philip 1.6.
And in that day shalt thou see thy corruptions, as the Israelites did their Egyptian enemies, dead upon the shore. Look back upon them now, are not their chariot wheeles already taken off, which maketh them drive more heavily than heretofore? and is not this a forerunner of their utter overthrow? Satan (indeed) many times furiously rageth, and thy corruption strongly worketh, because their time is but short; and what provoketh them, should rejoyce thee. The God of peace shall bruise Satan under thy feet shortly, Rom. 16.20.
And in that day shalt thou see thy corruptions, as the Israelites did their Egyptian enemies, dead upon the shore. Look back upon them now, Are not their chariot wheels already taken off, which makes them drive more heavily than heretofore? and is not this a forerunner of their utter overthrow? Satan (indeed) many times furiously rages, and thy corruption strongly works, Because their time is but short; and what provokes them, should rejoice thee. The God of peace shall bruise Satan under thy feet shortly, Rom. 16.20.
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Thou shalt then have not so much as a lingring desire, or inclination after evil. That unruly corruption that now vexeth thee, intruding into all thy actions,
Thou shalt then have not so much as a lingering desire, or inclination After evil. That unruly corruption that now vexes thee, intruding into all thy actions,
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So in Heaven thy spiritual enemies shall be so perfectly destroyed from within, and so far removed from without, as that thy praying and fighting shall be turned into triumphing and praising; and thy watchfulnesse into perfect spirituall security, and the whole armour of God (as armour) shall wholly become uselesse. Thou shalt there need neither offensive, nor defensive arms;
So in Heaven thy spiritual enemies shall be so perfectly destroyed from within, and so Far removed from without, as that thy praying and fighting shall be turned into triumphing and praising; and thy watchfulness into perfect spiritual security, and the Whole armour of God (as armour) shall wholly become useless. Thou shalt there need neither offensive, nor defensive arms;
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In the midst of thy feares lift up an eye of faith, and behold Christ sitting at the right hand of God, who shall there abide, till he hath made all thine enemies thy footstoole.
In the midst of thy fears lift up an eye of faith, and behold christ sitting At the right hand of God, who shall there abide, till he hath made all thine enemies thy footstool.
And when thou groanest (with Paul under the burden of thy remaining corruptions, and criest out, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? Learn (with him also) to rejoyce in Christ thy perfect Saviour, and say, I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
And when thou groanest (with Paul under the burden of thy remaining corruptions, and Christ out, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? Learn (with him also) to rejoice in christ thy perfect Saviour, and say, I thank God through jesus christ our Lord.
CHAP. VII. HAving thus farre spoken of Salvation from sin it self, to wit, in work of Sanctification, I might here proceed also to handle the doctrine of Remission of sins, and Justification of the sinner by Jesus Christ, which are also included in the words of the Text. For as Christ saves his people from their sins; so also from the eternal wrath of God, which was due unto them for sin.
CHAP. VII. HAving thus Far spoken of Salvation from since it self, to wit, in work of Sanctification, I might Here proceed also to handle the Doctrine of Remission of Sins, and Justification of the sinner by jesus christ, which Are also included in the words of the Text. For as christ saves his people from their Sins; so also from the Eternal wrath of God, which was due unto them for since.
and for your better help against some mistakes of these times, if I shew you in a few Propositions by way of Parallel, how the Lord carrieth on the whole work of mans Salvation in both parts joyntly from the first to the last.
and for your better help against Some mistakes of these times, if I show you in a few Propositions by Way of Parallel, how the Lord Carrieth on the Whole work of men Salvation in both parts jointly from the First to the last.
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Therefore we can no more argue our eternal Justifacation (because it was eternally decreed) then our eternall sanctification or glorification. And if there be any such thing,
Therefore we can no more argue our Eternal Justifacation (Because it was eternally decreed) then our Eternal sanctification or glorification. And if there be any such thing,
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as the actual Justification of the elect from eternity, how doth the Scripture (that every mouth may be stopped) make all the world to become guilty before God? Rom. 3.19.
as the actual Justification of the elect from eternity, how does the Scripture (that every Mouth may be stopped) make all the world to become guilty before God? Rom. 3.19.
And to what end should God give us promises of the pardon, and remission of sins? Promises are of good things to come, not of such as had an eternall Being.
And to what end should God give us promises of the pardon, and remission of Sins? Promises Are of good things to come, not of such as had an Eternal Being.
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When Christ undertook the work of the Salvation of his people, he did at once undertake both their Justification, and Sanctification, Heb. 10. to v. 19.
When christ undertook the work of the Salvation of his people, he did At once undertake both their Justification, and Sanctification, Hebrew 10. to v. 19.
Christ did make one intire purchase of his peoples Salvation, meriting both Sanctifying, and pardoning grace for sinfull, and guilty men, who upon the purchase made had as much right to the one as to the other, and no more. Isa. 53.5. Gal. 3.10.
christ did make one entire purchase of his peoples Salvation, meriting both Sanctifying, and pardoning grace for sinful, and guilty men, who upon the purchase made had as much right to the one as to the other, and no more. Isaiah 53.5. Gal. 3.10.
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Christ in his Gospell-offer tendereth himself both for our Justification and Sanctification; and commandeth us so to accept of him, requiring Faith, repentance,
christ in his Gospell-offer tendereth himself both for our Justification and Sanctification; and commands us so to accept of him, requiring Faith, Repentance,
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And he that will not imbrace him for Sanctification, shall not have him for Justification; he that is not willing to have his sins mortified, shall not have them pardoned: Christ will be a whole Saviour, or no Saviour. Acts. 3.19. Repent, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, &c. Luke 13.3, 5.19.27. Hence that offer Acts 3.19.
And he that will not embrace him for Sanctification, shall not have him for Justification; he that is not willing to have his Sins mortified, shall not have them pardoned: christ will be a Whole Saviour, or no Saviour. Acts. 3.19. repent, and be converted, that your Sins may be blotted out, etc. Lycia 13.3, 5.19.27. Hence that offer Acts 3.19.
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and our conversion, or turning to God in holinesse, is our greatest happinesse, (as you have formerly heard) 2. what the Lord requireth of his people, he communicateth to them his grace for the performance of, according to the tenour of the New-Covenant, as in the next proposition.
and our conversion, or turning to God in holiness, is our greatest happiness, (as you have formerly herd) 2. what the Lord requires of his people, he Communicateth to them his grace for the performance of, according to the tenor of the New-covenant, as in the next proposition.
They are therefore utterly mistaken, yea they much eclipse, and lessen Gospell grace, and turne most part of the Gospell into Law, who call all conditionall promises the voice of the Law, and not of the Gospell.
They Are Therefore utterly mistaken, yea they much eclipse, and lessen Gospel grace, and turn most part of the Gospel into Law, who call all conditional promises the voice of the Law, and not of the Gospel.
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& of greater bounty, if I might break that golden link, and take one of the jewels without the other? it is a diminishing of the freenesse of the gift, that you injoyne me to take them both.
& of greater bounty, if I might break that golden link, and take one of the Jewels without the other? it is a diminishing of the freeness of the gift, that you enjoin me to take them both.
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Ye are washed, that is, cleansed by the blood of Christ (which was signified by the water of your Baptisme) both from the guilt, and state of sin, ye are sanctified, ye are justified.
You Are washed, that is, cleansed by the blood of christ (which was signified by the water of your Baptism) both from the guilt, and state of since, you Are sanctified, you Are justified.
Now make up the other part of the Antithesis, and it must be this, Ye were unsanctified, ye were unjustified. And when was that? before they were converted,
Now make up the other part of the Antithesis, and it must be this, You were unsanctified, you were unjustified. And when was that? before they were converted,
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Those then, that say Faith doth but manifest our Justification, may as well say it doth but manifest our Sanctification: for they were both proposed, purchased, and wrought together.
Those then, that say Faith does but manifest our Justification, may as well say it does but manifest our Sanctification: for they were both proposed, purchased, and wrought together.
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Hence Sanctifying grace is the necessary qualification of a justified person, because Christ doth not bestow these saving mercies severally, but jointly and individually;
Hence Sanctifying grace is the necessary qualification of a justified person, Because christ does not bestow these Saving Mercies severally, but jointly and individually;
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where his sanctifying grace is not communicated, his righteousnesse is not imputed, and hereby (even by sanctifying grace wrought in us) we are to try our actuall interest in Jesus Christ.
where his sanctifying grace is not communicated, his righteousness is not imputed, and hereby (even by sanctifying grace wrought in us) we Are to try our actual Interest in jesus christ.
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It is he that gives repentance unto Israel, as well as remission of sins. The believing sinner, being justified from all the sins that are past, and sanctified inchoately:
It is he that gives Repentance unto Israel, as well as remission of Sins. The believing sinner, being justified from all the Sins that Are past, and sanctified inchoately:
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and the same Jesus, who was the giver, and preserver of the forementioned favours, multiplieth pardons, with renewing grace. Hos. 14.4. I will heale their back slidings, I will love them freely:
and the same jesus, who was the giver, and preserver of the forementioned favours, multiplieth Pardons, with renewing grace. Hos. 14.4. I will heal their back slidings, I will love them freely:
and perfectly sanctified in the whole man, consisting of soul and body united, to become meet instruments for the everlasting praises of God their Saviour.
and perfectly sanctified in the Whole man, consisting of soul and body united, to become meet Instruments for the everlasting praises of God their Saviour.
Supereminet enim omni scicutiae tua inestimabilis charitas, quam ostendistri in nobis pro sola pictate, & bonitate tua. F•lius namque tuus, rex noster, nusquam angelos ▪ sed semen Abrabae apprehendit, assimilatus nobis per omnia absque peccato. Humanam itaque non angelicam suscip•ens naturam, & eam munere sanctae resurrectionis, & immortalitatis glorificans vexit super omnes coelos, & super omnes choros angelorum, super Cherubin & Seraphin collocans ad dextram tuam. Hanc laudant angeli, adorant dominationes, tremunt potestates coeli, coelorumque virtutes, ac beata Seraphin socia exultatione concelebrant. Aug. Theol. conf. par. 2. c. 11.
Supereminet enim omni scicutiae tua inestimabilis charitas, quam ostendistri in nobis Pro sola pictate, & bonitate tua. F•lius namque Thy, rex Noster, nusquam Angels ▪ sed semen Abrabae apprehendit, assimilated nobis per omnia absque Peccato. Humanam itaque non angelicam suscip•ens naturam, & eam munere sanctae resurrectionis, & immortalitatis glorificans vexit super omnes Coelos, & super omnes Choros Angels, super Cherubin & Seraphin collocans ad Dextram tuam. Hanc laudant angeli, adorant Dominations, tremunt potestates coeli, coelorumque Virtues, ac Beata Seraphin socia exultation concelebrant. Aug. Theology Confutation. par. 2. c. 11.
Willet on Gen. 3.23, gives ten arguments to prove, that Man fell in the day of his creation, and quoteth many antient Authors to that purpose. Mr. Walker in his treatise on the Sabbath, argues much for it. And it is generally concluded, that Man fell soon after his creation.
Willet on Gen. 3.23, gives ten Arguments to prove, that Man fell in the day of his creation, and quoteth many ancient Authors to that purpose. Mr. Walker in his treatise on the Sabbath, argues much for it. And it is generally concluded, that Man fell soon After his creation.
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Magis clucebit haec misericordia divina, si quanti Deo constiterit haec secunda hominis reparatio cogitemus: creavit bominem primò ad imaginem suam voce, & verbo suo; sed reparavit secunaò morte, & senguine suo, Dav. in Col. c. 3. ver. 10.
Magis clucebit haec misericordia Divine, si quanti God constiterit haec Secunda hominis reparatio Cogitemus: Created bominem primò ad imaginem suam voce, & verbo Sue; sed reparavit secunaò morte, & senguine Sue, David in Col. c. 3. ver. 10.
Apostolus ait, Conclusit enim Deus omnes in infidelitate, ut omnium misereatur. Quos omnes, nifi de quibus lo quebatu• tanquam dicens. & vos, & illos? Deus ergo & Gentiles & Judaeos, quos praescivit, & praedestinavit conforme, fieri imagini fi•i sui, omnes in infidelitate conclusit: ut de amartiudine infidelitatis suae paeuitendo confusi; & ad dulcedinem misericordiae Dei credendo conversi, clamarent illud in Psal Quam multa multitudo dulcedinis tuae, Domine, quem abscondisti timentibus te, perfecisti autem sperantibus non inse, sed in te. Omnium itaque miseretur vasorum misericordiae Quid est omnium? Et eorum scilicet, quos ex Gentibus, & ••um, quos ex Judaeis praedestinavit, vo•avit, juscificavit, glorificavit, non omnium hominum, sed istorum omnium nominem darenaturus. Aug. de Civ. Dei, lib. 20 cap. 24. NONLATINALPHABET, id est, sibi datum à Patre; ut ipse loquitur, John 17. Periphrasis electorum. Piscat. in loc.
Apostles ait, Conclusit enim Deus omnes in infidelitate, ut omnium misereatur. Quos omnes, Nifi de quibus lo quebatu• tanquam dicens. & vos, & Illos? Deus ergo & Gentiles & Judeans, quos praescivit, & praedestinavit conform, fieri imagini fi•i sui, omnes in infidelitate conclusit: ut de amartiudine infidelitatis suae paeuitendo Confusi; & and dulcedinem Mercy Dei credendo conversi, clamarent illud in Psalm Quam Multa multitudo dulcedinis tuae, Domine, Whom abscondisti timentibus te, perfecisti autem sperantibus non inse, said in te. Omnium itaque miseretur vasorum Mercy Quid est omnium? Et Their scilicet, quos ex Gentibus, & ••um, quos ex Judaeis praedestinavit, vo•avit, juscificavit, glorificavit, non omnium hominum, sed These omnium nominem darenaturus. Aug. the Civ. Dei, lib. 20 cap. 24., id est, sibi datum à Patre; ut ipse loquitur, John 17. Periphrasis electorum. Physical. in loc.
It is better for a man to be cast into the torments of Hell among the Damned, than to be overcome with any Sin. Hookers Souls Prepar. pag. 16. See Master Burroughs his Treatise of the Evill of Evills.
It is better for a man to be cast into the torments of Hell among the Damned, than to be overcome with any Sin. Hookers Souls Prepare. page. 16. See Master Burroughs his Treatise of the Evil of Evils.
See Master Baxters Saints Rest, part. 1. cap. 4. sect. 4. By Reason man excelleth beasts, by Holinesse, he excelleth himself, inferiour onely to the Angels in Degree, and made like unto the Lord, as far as a Creature may be to his Creator, Ball of Faith, pag. 285.
See Master Baxter's Saints Rest, part. 1. cap. 4. sect. 4. By Reason man excels beasts, by Holiness, he excels himself, inferior only to the Angels in Degree, and made like unto the Lord, as Far as a Creature may be to his Creator, Ball of Faith, page. 285.
Haec autem aptitudo, vel novae dignitatis conditto, ut in nobis inveniatur, duo prae•upponit ex parte Dei; potentem operationem, misericordem acceptationem. Operatione en•m. & acceptatione divina •oonei constituimur ad participandam sortem sanctorum. O• … divina necessaria est, quia mutari nos oporre•, & navas 〈 ◊ 〉 efficip•ius quam participes esse p•ssumus coelestium benefi•••um Nam in nobis nihil est aliud, quam summa in•ptitudo •••num spirituale sive intelligendum, sive faciendum, sive denique •••um. Dav. in loc.
Haec autem aptitudo, vel novae dignitatis conditto, ut in nobis inveniatur, duo prae•upponit ex parte Dei; potentem operationem, misericordem acceptationem. Operation en•m. & acceptation Divine •oonei constituimur ad participandam sortem sanctorum. O• … Divine necessaria est, quia mutari nos oporre•, & navas 〈 ◊ 〉 efficip•ius quam participes esse p•ssumus Coelestial benefi•••um Nam in nobis nihil est Aliud, quam summa in•ptitudo •••num spiritual sive intelligendum, sive faciendum, sive denique •••um. David in loc.
Nega• quenquam posse, Deum videre fine sanctimonia; quoniam non aliis oculis videbimus Deum, quam qui reformati fuerint ad ejus imaginem. Calv. in loc.
Nega• quenquam posse, God To see fine sanctimonia; quoniam non Others oculis videbimus God, quam qui Reformati fuerint ad His imaginem. Calvin in loc.
Quae itaque in sanctis reperitur, est imperfecta quaedam perfectio, tum scientiae, tum obedientiae. — De bac Aug Cont. duas. Ep. Pelag. l 3 c. 5 Secundum istius vitae modum est quaedam perfectio, cique, per fectioni hoc deputaetur, ut se quisque noverit nondum esse perfectum. Dav. in Col. cap. 4. v. 13.
Quae itaque in sanctis reperitur, est Imperfect quaedam Perfection, tum scientiae, tum obedientiae. — De bac Aug Cont. Duas. Epistle Pelagius l 3 c. 5 Secundum This vitae modum est quaedam Perfection, cique, per fectioni hoc deputaetur, ut se Quisque Know Nondum esse perfectum. David in Col. cap. 4. v. 13.
Confiderandae hic sunt causae, cur Servator noster appellatus sit Jesus, item Christus. Ac Jesus quidem nomine Hebraico, quod Latinè est Servator, appellatus est: quia servavit, & etiamnum servat populum suum (id est, electos) à peccatis, infra v. 21. Servat autem duobus modis, merito, & efficaciā. Merito, quiae morte sua meritus est electis apud Deum remissionem peccatorum, ac donationem Spiritus Sancti & vitae eternae. Efficaci â vero, quia per Spiritum S. & praedicationem Evangelii efficit in illis fidem, quae meritum in promissione Evangelii amplectuntur, et ex fide studium serviendi Deo secundùm sancta ipsius mandata. Piscat. Observat. in Mat. c. 1. v. 16.
Confiderandae hic sunt causae, cur Servator Noster appellatus sit jesus, item Christus. Ac jesus quidem nomine Hebraico, quod Latinè est Servator, appellatus est: quia servavit, & etiamnum Servant Populum suum (id est, electos) à peccatis, infra v. 21. Servant autem duobus modis, merito, & efficaciā. Merito, Since morte sua meritus est electis apud God remissionem peccatorum, ac donationem Spiritus Sancti & vitae eternae. Efficaci â vero, quia per Spiritum S. & praedicationem Evangelii efficit in illis fidem, Quae Merit in promission Evangelii amplectuntur, et ex fide studium serviendi God secundùm sancta Himself Commandments. Physical. Observation in Mathew c. 1. v. 16.
Nam sanguis Christi purgationis nostrae materia est: ex ejus morte, et resurrerectione justitia et sanctificatio nobis contigit, Calv. in loc. Hoc adjecit ut Mediatorem, etredemptorem in memoriam redigat, per quem nobis tot, bona provenerunt. Pet. Mart. in loc.
Nam sanguis Christ purgationis Nostrae materia est: ex His morte, et resurrerectione justitia et Sanctification nobis contigit, Calvin in loc. Hoc adjecit ut Mediatorem, etredemptorem in memoriam redigat, per Whom nobis tot, Bona provenerunt. Pet. Mart. in loc.
Caput distat, & distinguitur à suis membris tripliciter — 3. Ratione causalitatis & influentiae. Caput enim motum & sensum omnibus membris impertit, & communicat: membra omni motu, & sensu destituuntur, fi à capite sejungantur. Sic Christus vitam spiritualem & motum gratiae infundit membris suis, altoqui stupidis, mortuis, & ab omni motu spirituali destitutis. Sin• me nil potetestis facere: at contra, NONLATINALPHABET. Dav. in Col. cap. 1. ver. 18.
Caput distat, & distinguitur à suis membris tripliciter — 3. Ration causalitatis & influentiae. Caput enim motum & sensum omnibus membris impertit, & communicate: membra omni motu, & sensu destituuntur, Fi à capite sejungantur. Sic Christus vitam spiritualem & motum Gratiae infundit membris suis, altoqui stupidis, mortuis, & ab omni motu Spiritual destitutis. Sin• me nil potetestis facere: At contra,. David in Col. cap. 1. ver. 18.
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Neque ipsum recte vivere nobis ex nobis est, nifi credentei adjuvet, & orantes, qui et ipsam fidem dedit, quia nos ab illo adjuvandos esse credanius Aug. de Civ. Dei, lib. 19 cap. 4.
Neque ipsum recte vivere nobis ex nobis est, Nifi credentei adjuvet, & Orantes, qui et ipsam fidem dedit, quia nos ab illo adjuvandos esse credanius Aug. the Civ. Dei, lib. 19 cap. 4.
Caput & membra in eo conveniunt, quod babeant inter se continuitatem, & quod omnia actum suum, & informationem habeant ab eadem anima. Sic caput hoc mysticum & omnia ejusdem membra, habent continuitatem quandam inter se, & informationem suam, spiritualem, & vivificationem ab codem principio. Est enim inter Christum, & omnia Christi membra continuitas quaedam ratione Spiritus Sancti, qui plen•ssime residens in Christo capite, imus, & idem numero ad omnia etiam ejus membra diffunditur, vivificans ca singula, & uniens universa. Dav. in Col. c. 1. v. 18.
Caput & membra in eo conveniunt, quod babeant inter se continuitatem, & quod omnia Acts suum, & informationem habeant ab Same anima. Sic caput hoc Mystic & omnia ejusdem membra, habent continuitatem quandam inter se, & informationem suam, spiritualem, & vivificationem ab codem principio. Est enim inter Christ, & omnia Christ membra continuitas quaedam ratione Spiritus Sancti, qui plen•ssime residens in Christ capite, imus, & idem numero ad omnia etiam His membra diffunditur, vivificans circa singula, & uniens universa. David in Col. c. 1. v. 18.
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Tunc enim erit perfectum illud de quo loquens Apostolus: Ex parte, inquit, scimus, & ex parte prophetamus, cum dutem venerit id quod perfectum est, quod ex parte est evacuabitur. Deinde ut quomodo possee aliqua similitudine ostendere quantum ab illa quae fatura est, distet haec vita, non qualiumcunque hominum, verum etiam qui praecipua hîc sanctitate suut praediti: Cum essem, inquit, parvus, quasi parvulus sapiebam, &c. Aug. de Civ. Dei, lib. 22. cap. 29.
Tunc enim erit perfectum illud de quo Speaking Apostles: Ex parte, inquit, scimus, & ex parte prophetamus, cum dutem venerit id quod perfectum est, quod ex parte est evacuabitur. Deinde ut quomodo possee Any Similitude ostendere quantum ab illa Quae fatura est, distet haec vita, non qualiumcunque hominum, verum etiam qui Principal hîc Sanctitude suut praediti: Cum essem, inquit, Small, quasi Parvulus sapiebam, etc. Aug. the Civ. Dei, lib. 22. cap. 29.
Ipse Christus — is propriè est, qui nos vocat, fide & vesipiscentia donat, ac credentes, NONLATINALPHABET justificat, regenerat, vivificet, servitque in vitam aeternam, Z•nch de dispens. salutis per Christum, Thes. 17.
Ipse Christus — is propriè est, qui nos vocat, fide & vesipiscentia donat, ac Believers, justificat, regenerate, vivificet, servitque in vitam aeternam, Z•nch de dispense. Salutis per Christ, Thebes 17.
C•riè t•men illi sunt, qui nos in conversione ad Deum truncos esse volunt & lapides. Cum enim quisque sentiat reipsa dum à spiritu Sancto illuminatur, renovatur, trahitur, se quod ignorabat cognoscere, quod nolebat velle, quod aversabatur amare, a quo fugiebat, ad eum libenter, & sponte currere, & quod vitae genus oderat, illud ex animo amplecti, quomodo lapides, ac stipites sumus? Zanch Ep. ad Marcum Meningum, de nostra ad Deum conversione.
C•riè t•men illi sunt, qui nos in conversion ad God truncos esse volunt & lapides. Cum enim Quisque sentiat Reipsa dum à spiritu Sancto illuminatur, renovatur, Trahitur, se quod ignorabat cognoscere, quod Nolebat velle, quod aversabatur amare, a quo fugiebat, ad Eum Libenter, & sponte currere, & quod vitae genus oderat, illud ex animo amplecti, quomodo lapides, ac stipites sumus? Zanchius Epistle and Marcum Meningum, de nostra ad God conversion.
Hoc unum è S•literis didiscimus, hominem in hic, quae ad pictatem pertinent, sua natura, eó que antequam fi• nova creatura, hoc est, ante conversionem esse animalem, & ideo quae sunt Dei, nihil eorum intelligere posse; habere cor lapideum, & ob eam causam, nisi prius à Deo carneum accipiat cor, quod flecti in ipsius obsequium possit, non posse velle, quae suae naturae ingrata sunt, essed denique mortuum, ac promden fi preventus a gratia Christi per Christum vivificetur, nullum verae &. coelestis vitae opus praestare posse. Zach. Ep. ad m. Men. de nostra ad Deum conversione.
Hoc Unum è S•literis didiscimus, hominem in hic, Quae ad pictatem pertinent, sua Nature, eó que antequam fi• nova creatura, hoc est, ante conversionem esse animalem, & ideo Quae sunt Dei, nihil Their intelligere posse; habere cor lapideum, & ob eam Causam, nisi prius à God carneum Accept cor, quod flecti in Himself obsequium possit, non posse velle, Quae suae naturae Ingrata sunt, essed denique mortuum, ac promden Fi preventus a Gratia Christ per Christ vivificetur, nullum Verae &. coelestis vitae opus praestare posse. Zach Epistle and m. Men. de nostra ad God conversion.
Ovis animal est stolidum ac iners & omnium quadrupedum stupid ss••ū quod in devia et loca deserta diseurrit, et oberrat, etiamsi pascita aomi habeat, et pabusū copiosū — Eisi à tempestatibus et invibus obruatur non discedit ex loco, nisi a pastore abigatur, &c. Aristot. de nat. animal l. 9.
Ovis animal est stolidum ac iners & omnium quadrupedum stupid ss••ū quod in Deviant et loca Deserta diseurrit, et oberrat, Even if pascita aomi habeat, et pabusū copiosū — Eisi à tempestatibus et invibus obruatur non Discedit ex loco, nisi a Pastore abigatur, etc. Aristotle de nat. animal l. 9.
Tu es Deus omnipotens, qui justificas impios, et vivificas mortuos, et mutas peccatores, et non sunt. Tibi soli possibile est suscitare silios Abrabae de duris lapidibus. Aug. Theo. conf. par. 2. cap. 10.
Tu es Deus omnipotens, qui justificas Impious, et vivificas Mortuos, et mutas Peccatores, et non sunt. Tibi soli possibile est suscitare silios Abrabae de duris lapidibus. Aug. Theo. Confutation. par. 2. cap. 10.
Britan. Theol. Sententia in Synodo Dord. Thes. 1. Voluntas hominis lapsi nudata est donis spiritualibus, & salutaribus, quibus in innocentiae statu donata fuit: ac proinde ad actus spirituales nil jam valet absque viribus gratiae. Thes. 2. Lapsae voluntati inest non tantum peccandi possibilitat, sed etiam praeceps ad peccandum inclinatio. De libero Arbitrio, & Gratiâ brevis est Ecclesiae nost•ae definitio, Art. 10. proposita in haec verba. Ea est hominis post lapsum Adae conditio, ut sese naturalibus suis viribus & bonis operibus ad fidem, & invocationem Dei convertere ac praeparare non possit. Quare absque gratia Dei, quae per Christum est, nos preveniente ut velimus, & co-operante dum volumus, ad pietatis opera facienda, quae Deo grata sunt & accepta nil valemus. In quibus verbis homini in statu lapsus, sive peccati, tam vires, quam merita negantur, ad bonum spirituale. Daven. De lib. Arb. & Gratiae cooperatione.
Britain Theology Sententia in Synod Dordrecht. Thebes 1. Voluntas hominis Lapsi nudata est donis Spiritualibus, & salutaribus, quibus in innocentiae Statu donata fuit: ac Therefore ad actus spirituales nil jam valet absque viribus Gratiae. Thebes 2. Lapsae Voluntati Inset non Tantum Peccandi possibilitat, sed etiam praeceps ad peccandum inclinatio. De libero Arbitrio, & Gratiâ brevis est Ecclesiae nost•ae definitio, Art. 10. proposita in haec verba. Ea est hominis post lapsum Adam Condition, ut seize Naturalibus suis viribus & bonis operibus ad fidem, & invocationem Dei convertere ac praeparare non possit. Quare absque Gratia Dei, Quae per Christ est, nos preveniente ut Velimus, & co-operante dum volumus, ad pietatis opera facienda, Quae God Grata sunt & accepta nil valemus. In quibus verbis Homini in Statu lapsus, sive peccati, tam vires, quam Merita negantur, ad bonum spiritual. David. De lib. Arb. & Gratiae cooperatione.
Brit. Theol. sent. in Syn Dord. De conversione, Thes. 1. Deus animos electorum suorum praedictis gratiae su• actibus excetatos, & praeparatos intima quadam & mirabu• operatione regenerat, & quafi de novo ereat, infundendo spiritum vivificantem, & omnes animae facultates novis qualicatibus imbuendo.
Brit. Theology sent. in Sin Dordrecht. De conversion, Thebes 1. Deus Animos electorum suorum praedictis Gratiae su• actibus excetatos, & praeparatos intima Quadam & mirabu• operation regenerate, & quafi the novo ereat, infundendo spiritum vivificantem, & omnes Spirits facultates Novis qualicatibus imbuendo.
De Conversione qua denetat actionem bominis, &c. Pradictam conversionem sequitur haec nostra conversio actualis, Deo proliciente ipsum actum credendi, & convertendi ex mutata voluntate, quae acta à Deo agit et ipsa, convertendo se ad Deum, et credendo, hoc est, actum suum vitalem eliciendo. Man by his fall into a State of sin, hath wholly lost all ability of will to any spirituall good accompanying Salvation: So as a naturall man being altogether averse from that good, and dead in sin, is not able by his own strength to convert himself, or prepare himselfe thereunto. When God converts a sinner, and translates him into a state of grace, he freeth him from his naturall bondage under sin; and by his grace alone, enables him freely to will, and to doe that which is spiritually good. Conf. of Faith by the late Assemb. at Westminster, cap. 9.
De Conversion qua denetat actionem bominis, etc. Pradictam conversionem sequitur haec nostra Conversion actualis, God proliciente ipsum Acts credendi, & convertendi ex Mutata voluntate, Quae acta à God agit et ipsa, convertendo se ad God, et credendo, hoc est, Acts suum vitalem eliciendo. Man by his fallen into a State of since, hath wholly lost all ability of will to any spiritual good accompanying Salvation: So as a natural man being altogether averse from that good, and dead in since, is not able by his own strength to convert himself, or prepare himself thereunto. When God converts a sinner, and translates him into a state of grace, he freeth him from his natural bondage under since; and by his grace alone, enables him freely to will, and to do that which is spiritually good. Confutation of Faith by the late Assembly. At Westminster, cap. 9.
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See Ball of the Covenant of Grace, from pag. 203. to pag. 264. under this head. Christ the Mediatour of the New Testament, for whom he died, and rose again.
See Ball of the Covenant of Grace, from page. 203. to page. 264. under this head. christ the Mediator of the New Testament, for whom he died, and rose again.
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Sat hostiū externorum habemus: Satis digladiatum & pugnatum est à nostris, nonne gravissimo vulnere Ecclesiarum nostrarum, & caeterarum Christi. Tempus esse ut illud Pauli recte perpenderemus: Quid si invicem mordetis, videte ne invicem consumamini Joan. Pistorii Ep. ad Joan: Sturm. Zanch. Ep l. 1.
Sat hostiū externorum habemus: Satis digladiatum & pugnatum est à nostris, nonne gravissimo vulnere Ecclesiarum nostrarum, & caeterarum Christ. Tempus esse ut illud Pauli recte perpenderemus: Quid si invicem mordetis, Videte ne invicem consumamini Joan. Pistory Epistle and Joan: Sturm. Zanchius Epistle l. 1.
O miseram Christi Ecclesiam, quae subinde veteribus, & optimis patribus ac doctoribus orbatur: ae novis verō imperitis ac furiosis hominibus invaditur, dilaniatur. Zanch. ep. ad Bulling.
Oh Miseram Christ Church, Quae Subinde veteribus, & optimis Patribus ac doctoribus orbatur: ae Novis Verona imperitis ac furiosis hominibus invaditur, dilaniatur. Zanchius Epistle. and Bulling.
Praesens autem in carne ipse Mediator & beati ejus Apostoli. jam Testamenti novi gratiam revelames apertius indicarunt, quae aliquanto •e. ultius superioribus sunt significata tempopo ibus. Aug. de Civ. Dei l. 10. c 32.
Praesens autem in Carnem ipse Mediator & Beati His Apostles. jam Testamenti novi gratiam revelames apertius indicarunt, Quae aliquanto •e. ultius superioribus sunt Signification tempopo ibus. Aug. the Civ. Dei l. 10. c 32.
Omnes ••im, quoties peccamus tot•es pe•imus, quantum ad nos attine•: Deus forsitan meliora, & salubriora nobis providet; at quoties peccamus per nos non fiat quin pereamus. Quod à pe•ditione vindicamur, ex me a est Dei misericordia; peccata etiam multo graviora prepter Ch•istum condonantis, nos { que } ad resipiscentiam perducentis ▪ Interea p•r•n•s non fiat, quin pereamus, quoties peccamus. Twis. vind. gra. l. 2. crim. 4. Sect. 2.
Omnes ••im, How often peccamus tot•es pe•imus, quantum ad nos attine•: Deus Perhaps Meliora, & salubriora nobis Providet; At How often peccamus per nos non fiat quin pereamus. Quod à pe•ditione vindicamur, ex me a est Dei misericordia; Peccata etiam Much graviora prepter Ch•istum condonantis, nos { que } ad resipiscentiam perducentis ▪ Interea p•r•n•s non fiat, quin pereamus, How often peccamus. Twis. vind. gram. l. 2. crim. 4. Sect. 2.
Although Satan were asleep, although the world were at one with us, although wicked counsell were utterly put to silence, although no evil example were given us, although no outward stumbling block were cast in our way: yet have we one thing in our selves, and of our selves (even originall sin, concupiscence, or lust) which never ceaseth to egg us and allure us from God, and to stain us with all kind of unclennesse, according as S. James saith, Every man is tempted of his own lust. Golding 's ep•ded ▪ before his translation of Calv. on the Bsal.
Although Satan were asleep, although the world were At one with us, although wicked counsel were utterly put to silence, although not evil Exampl were given us, although no outward stumbling block were cast in our Way: yet have we one thing in our selves, and of our selves (even original since, concupiscence, or lust) which never ceases to egg us and allure us from God, and to stain us with all kind of uncleanness, according as S. James Says, Every man is tempted of his own lust. Golding is ep•ded ▪ before his Translation of Calvin on the Bsal.
Tunc NONLATINALPHABET ista erit, quando peccatum in homine nullum erit. Borro si NONLATINALPHABET illa dicend• est quum animum contingere omnino non potest ullus affectus, quis hunc sluporem non omnibus vitiis judicet esse pejorem? Potest ergo non absurde dici perfectam beatitudinem sine stimulo timoris, & sine ullae tristitiae futuram. — Si autem NONLATINALPHABET illa est ubi nec metus ullus exterret, nec angit dolor, aversanda est in hac vita, si recte, hoc est, secundum Deum vivere volumus. Aug. de civ. Dei l. 14. c. 9. Apud nos autem juxta Scripturas Sacras, Sacramque doctrinam, Cives Sanctae civitatis Dei, in hujus vitae peregrinatione secundum Deum viventes, metuunt, cupiuntque, dolent, gaudentque. Et quia rectus est amor eorum, istas omnes affectiones rectas habent. — Metuunt peccare, cupiunt perseverare, dolent in peccatis, gaudent in operibus bonis, &c. Aug. ibid.
Tunc ista erit, quando peccatum in homine nullum erit. Borro si illa dicend• est Whom animum contingere Omnino non potest ullus affectus, quis hunc sluporem non omnibus Vitiis judicet esse pejorem? Potest ergo non absurd dici perfectam beatitudinem sine stimulo Fear, & sine ullae tristitiae futuram. — Si autem illa est ubi nec metus ullus exterret, nec angit dolour, aversanda est in hac vita, si recte, hoc est, secundum God vivere volumus. Aug. the civ. Dei l. 14. c. 9. Apud nos autem juxta Scripturas Sacras, Sacramque Doctrinam, Cives Sanctae civitatis Dei, in hujus vitae peregrination secundum God viventes, metuunt, cupiuntque, dolent, gaudentque. Et quia rectus est amor Their, istas omnes affectiones Righteous habent. — Metuunt Peccare, cupiunt perseverare, dolent in peccatis, Gaudent in operibus bonis, etc. Aug. Ibid.
— Tamen quod nos oneratos, obrutosque peccatis, & à contemplatione suae lucis aversos, ac tenebrarum, id est, iniquitatis dilectione caecatos, non omnino deseruit. Misitque nobis verbum suum qui est unicus ejus filius, quo pro nobis in assumptae carne nato at { que } p•sso, quanti Deus hominem penderet nosceremus, atque illo sacrificio singulari à peccatis omnibus mundaremur, ejusque spiritu in cordibus nostris dilectione diffusa, omnibus difficultatibus superatis in aeternam requiem, & contemplationis ejus ineffabilem dulcedinem veniremus. Quae corda, quae linguae ad ag•ndas ei gratias satis esse contenderint? Aug. de civ. Dei l. 7. c 31. Quantum tibi sumus debitores Domine Deus noste tanti redempti pretio, tanto salvati mysterio, tanto gratis adjuti benificio? Quantum à nobis miseris es timendus, & amandus, hono•andus, & reverendus, laudandus, & benedicendus, qui sic nos amasti, & salvasti, sanct ficasti, & sublimasti? Quis di•ere, quis cogitare sufficiat? Aug conf. Theo. par. 2. c. 14.
— Tamen quod nos oneratos, obrutosque peccatis, & à contemplation suae lucis aversos, ac tenebrarum, id est, iniquitatis dilectione caecatos, non Omnino deseruit. Misitque nobis verbum suum qui est Unicus His filius, quo Pro nobis in assumptae Carnem nato At { que } p•sso, quanti Deus hominem penderet nosceremus, atque illo Sacrificio singulari à peccatis omnibus mundaremur, ejusque spiritu in cordibus nostris dilectione diffusa, omnibus difficultatibus superatis in aeternam requiem, & contemplationis His ineffabilem dulcedinem veniremus. Quae Corda, Quae linguae ad ag•ndas ei gratias satis esse contenderint? Aug. the civ. Dei l. 7. c 31. Quantum tibi sumus debitores Domine Deus noste tanti redempti Precio, tanto salvati Mysterio, tanto gratis adjuti benificio? Quantum à nobis miseris es timendus, & Amandus, hono•andus, & Reverend, laudandus, & benedicendus, qui sic nos amasti, & salvasti, sanct ficasti, & sublimasti? Quis di•ere, quis cogitare Sufficiat? Aug Confutation. Theo. par. 2. c. 14.
Gratias tibt ago piissime Deus qui me de multis angustiis, tri•ulatienibus, calamitatibus, usiseriis, & infirm•tatibus, de multis foveis, laqueis & peccatis, da multis infidiis visib l•um & inv•sibilium mimicorum, de multis malis opprobriis, & adversitatibus corporis, & animae bactenus liberare dignatus es, dirigens miscricorditer, & marabiliter vitam meam inter adversa & prospera; ita ut nec adversa me valde dejicerent, nec prospera elevarent. Posuisti enim propietate, & bonitate froenum tuum in maxillis meis, & non me dercliquisti penitus in manuarbitrii mei, habens curam mei paterna pictate, & non permittens me amplius tentari, & supra id quod potuerim sustinere. Ubi erat locus peceandi non crat voluntas: & quando voluntas erat, non fuit locus. Sit itaque tibi laus & benedictio, sit gratiarum actio, &c. Aug. Cons. Theo. par. 2. c. 17.
Gratias tibt ago piissime Deus qui me de multis angustiis, tri•ulatienibus, calamitatibus, usiseriis, & infirm•tatibus, de multis foveis, laqueis & peccatis, da multis infidiis Visib l•um & inv•sibilium mimicorum, de multis malis opprobriis, & adversitatibus corporis, & Spirits bactenus Liberate dignatus es, dirigens miscricorditer, & marabiliter vitam meam inter adversa & prospera; ita ut nec adversa me Valde dejicerent, nec prospera elevarent. Posuisti enim propietate, & bonitate froenum tuum in maxillis meis, & non me dercliquisti penitus in manuarbitrii mei, habens curam mei paterna pictate, & non permittens me Amplius tentari, & supra id quod potuerim Sustain. Ubi erat locus peceandi non Crat Voluntas: & quando Voluntas erat, non fuit locus. Sit itaque tibi laus & Benediction, sit Gratitude actio, etc. Aug. Cons. Theo. par. 2. c. 17.
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This use is excellently and largely pressed by M. Baxter in his Saints rest, part 3. ch. 12, 13. wherein he gives directions for the right performance of this duty, sets down the common hinderances, answereth objections against the performance of it, and giveth motives to all Christians to set about it: and particularly presseth it at large upon Ministers, and patents, with directions to them.
This use is excellently and largely pressed by M. Baxter in his Saints rest, part 3. changed. 12, 13. wherein he gives directions for the right performance of this duty, sets down the Common hindrances, Answers objections against the performance of it, and gives motives to all Christians to Set about it: and particularly Presseth it At large upon Ministers, and patents, with directions to them.
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Scriptura non uno loco inculcat Spiritū S. electis datum, inhabitare corundem corda. Si autem inbabitat, igitur domicilium, fixamque sedem ibi deligit; neq zimaginabimur cum excurrere, vagari, redire, quod malum spiritum facere consucvisse Christus, Mat. 12. testatur. Zanch. Epist. l. 1. Datur electis Spiritus S. ut arrbabo haereditatis coelestis, Eph. 1. Nemo autem, qui promissis pactisve vult stare, arrbabonem reposcit, quin potius in hoc totus est, ut promissa sive pacta praestet, ne tum quidem ubi illa praestiterit, arrhabonem repetiturus. Consequitur ergo & Spiritum S. apud cum, cui semel datus est, relinqui. Quod eo quoque comprobatur, quod Eph. 4. dicuntur credentes per Sp. Sanctum in diem redemptionis obsignari. Zanch. ibid.
Scripture non Uno loco inculcat Spiritū S. electis datum, inhabitare corundem Corda. Si autem inbabitat, igitur Domicilium, fixamque sedem There deligit; Neq zimaginabimur cum excurrere, vagari, Redire, quod malum spiritum facere consucvisse Christus, Mathew 12. testatur. Zanchius Epistle l. 1. Datur electis Spiritus S. ut arrbabo haereditatis coelestis, Ephesians 1. Nemo autem, qui Promises pactisve vult stare, arrbabonem reposcit, quin potius in hoc totus est, ut Promissa sive pacta praestet, ne tum quidem ubi illa praestiterit, arrhabonem repetiturus. Consequitur ergo & Spiritum S. apud cum, cui semel Datus est, relinqui. Quod eo quoque comprobatur, quod Ephesians 4. dicuntur Believers per Spa Sanctum in diem redemptionis obsignari. Zanchius Ibid.
Eisi diabolus, peccatum caeterique hostes nostri videntur nos premere, vincere tamen non potuerunt, quia coercentur imperio Christi dutis nostri sub cujus pedibus protriti jacent, & conculcati. Daven. in Col. c 2. v. 15. Permittuntur tentare fideles, & oppugnare, sed nunquam expuguare, ibid.
Eisi diabolus, peccatum caeterique hosts Our videntur nos premere, vincere tamen non potuerunt, quia coercentur Imperial Christ dutis Our sub cujus pedibus protriti jacent, & conculcati. David. in Col. c 2. v. 15. Permittuntur tentare fideles, & oppugnare, sed Never expuguare, Ibid.
The Promises are outward Declarations of Gods will, concerning good to be received, and evill to be removed. Leigh on the Promises, p. 5. Promissio Dei est denunoratio futurorum bonorum nobis dandorum, &c. Polan. Syntag. l. 6. c. 31.
The Promises Are outward Declarations of God's will, Concerning good to be received, and evil to be removed. Leigh on the Promises, p. 5. Promissio Dei est denunoratio futurorum Bonorum nobis dandorum, etc. Polan. Syntag l. 6. c. 31.
Prop. 3. I take Sanctification here in the sense as our Divines usually do, to wit, for the whole work of grace upon the soul after its first closing with Christ.
Prop. 3. I take Sanctification Here in the sense as our Divines usually do, to wit, for the Whole work of grace upon the soul After its First closing with christ.
Novis peccatis, quantum in nobis est, abdicamus no à gratia Dei Ita fit ut quotidiana peccatorum remissione upus habeant Sancti omne; quia baec sola in Dei familia nos retiret. Bulling. in 1 Joh. 1.7.
Novis peccatis, quantum in nobis est, abdicamus no à Gratia Dei Ita fit ut Quotidian peccatorum remission upus habeant Sancti omne; quia baec sola in Dei familia nos retiret. Bulling. in 1 John 1.7.
