Zion's birth-register unfolded in a sermon to the native-citizens of London. In their solemn assembly at Pauls on Thursday the VIII. of May, A.D. M.DC.LVI. / By Thomas Horton D.D.
THere is so much excellency considerable in our Being and the communications of humane subsistence, as that every thing is so far estimable and accountable with us,
THere is so much excellency considerable in our Being and the communications of humane subsistence, as that every thing is so Far estimable and accountable with us,
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as also in the longest continuance. And accordingly as we esteem of Being, so in like measure we esteem of Birth, which is as it were the first conveyance and irradiation and peeping out of this our being unto us.
as also in the longest Continuance. And accordingly as we esteem of Being, so in like measure we esteem of Birth, which is as it were the First conveyance and irradiation and peeping out of this our being unto us.
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Because it is so noble and excellent a thing to be born; therefore we esteem of the Time, and count it the greater excellency as we are born Then. And again,
Because it is so noble and excellent a thing to be born; Therefore we esteem of the Time, and count it the greater excellency as we Are born Then. And again,
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because it is so noble and excellent a thing to be Born; therefore we esteem of the Place, and count it the greater excellency as we are born There. And this is that, which to the glory of God and our own greater rejoycing, WE, who have sometime been born and brought forth in this famous City of London, are met together to acknowledge this day; That we were born here;
Because it is so noble and excellent a thing to be Born; Therefore we esteem of the Place, and count it the greater excellency as we Are born There. And this is that, which to the glory of God and our own greater rejoicing, WE, who have sometime been born and brought forth in this famous city of London, Are met together to acknowledge this day; That we were born Here;
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In the reading whereof unto you, you may perhaps aske the Question which the Eunuch of Ethiopia sometimes put to Philip the Deacon (upon the like occasion,
In the reading whereof unto you, you may perhaps ask the Question which the Eunuch of Ethiopia sometime put to Philip the Deacon (upon the like occasion,
lest thereby I should prevent my self of that which is more material. I take it at large and in the generall as a full and ample description to us of the priviledges and preheminences of the Church, with the members of it, in a mutuall reference to each other.
lest thereby I should prevent my self of that which is more material. I take it At large and in the general as a full and ample description to us of the privileges and preeminences of the Church, with the members of it, in a mutual Referente to each other.
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2. On Gods part by way of Record in the 6. The Lord shall count when he writes up the people that, &c. We begin with the First, viz. The Priviledge it self, which is here presented to us with all the advantage that may be.
2. On God's part by Way of Record in the 6. The Lord shall count when he writes up the people that, etc. We begin with the First, viz. The Privilege it self, which is Here presented to us with all the advantage that may be.
Repetitions in Scripture are for the most part very significant, and do import some very great matter in the things themselves which they are applyed unto.
Repetitions in Scripture Are for the most part very significant, and do import Some very great matter in the things themselves which they Are applied unto.
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it is not vainly or without very good cause thrice repeated here in the Text. This man was born there. This man was born there. This man was born there.
it is not vainly or without very good cause thrice repeated Here in the Text. This man was born there. This man was born there. This man was born there.
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Secondly, In the word of Attention which is annext unto it, Selah. Which if according to some it be a meer Musicall note to provoke an elevation of the voice; yet according to others more probably is a note of speciall Animadversion to intimate the excellency of the matter; and the one grounded upon the other, the more excellent matter, requiring a more excellent note to be put upon it.
Secondly, In the word of Attention which is annexed unto it, Selac. Which if according to Some it be a mere Musical note to provoke an elevation of the voice; yet according to Others more probably is a note of special Animadversion to intimate the excellency of the matter; and the one grounded upon the other, the more excellent matter, requiring a more excellent note to be put upon it.
For it may be laid either upon There, or upon This. If ye lay the force upon There, then it is an advancement of the person taken from the place, This man was born THERE. If ye lay the force upon This, then it is an advancement of the place taken from the person, THIS MAN was born there. We may take it (if we please) according to either of these Notions,
For it may be laid either upon There, or upon This. If you lay the force upon There, then it is an advancement of the person taken from the place, This man was born THERE. If you lay the force upon This, then it is an advancement of the place taken from the person, THIS MAN was born there. We may take it (if we please) according to either of these Notions,
Where was that? I told you before that it was delivered a little obscurely. But we must resolve it by consulting with the Context, both in the words preceding and following,
Where was that? I told you before that it was Delivered a little obscurely. But we must resolve it by consulting with the Context, both in the words preceding and following,
It is here declared as a very great priviledge for this man, who ever he be, to be born there. Now that it may really appear to be so indeed, it is requisite for us to enquire, what this Zion was, where this man was born? The Scripture exhibits it to us under a double Representation:
It is Here declared as a very great privilege for this man, who ever he be, to be born there. Now that it may really appear to be so indeed, it is requisite for us to inquire, what this Zion was, where this man was born? The Scripture exhibits it to us under a double Representation:
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No more but that. There is a Civil respect which does adhere to men in regard of their births, which are not meerly casual, but have a special hand of providence which is operative in them.
No more but that. There is a Civil respect which does adhere to men in regard of their births, which Are not merely casual, but have a special hand of providence which is operative in them.
As to their Parents, so to the places of their Nativity; and as that they are born thus, so that they are borne there. There in opposition to a meaner place and more obscure.
As to their Parents, so to the places of their Nativity; and as that they Are born thus, so that they Are born there. There in opposition to a meaner place and more Obscure.
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It was such as the Apostle himself made very much of as he had occasion for it, Act. 21.39. But Paul said, I am a man which am a Jew, of Tarsus a City in Cilicia;
It was such as the Apostle himself made very much of as he had occasion for it, Act. 21.39. But Paul said, I am a man which am a Jew, of Tarsus a city in Cilicia;
A citizen of no mean City, NONLATINALPHABET, And Act. 22,28. He mentions it as a speciall priviledge wherein he excelled the Chief-Captain in his Roman freedom; that whereas the other got it by purchase, With a great sum obtained I this freedom;
A citizen of no mean city,, And Act. 22,28. He mentions it as a special privilege wherein he excelled the Chief-Captain in his Roman freedom; that whereas the other god it by purchase, With a great sum obtained I this freedom;
he had it by birth, But I was free born; namely in Tarsus which was a Colonie to Rome, and so according to custome had that priviledge annexed unto it, as pertained to those Cities.
he had it by birth, But I was free born; namely in Tarsus which was a Colony to Room, and so according to custom had that privilege annexed unto it, as pertained to those Cities.
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if we lay them with better things; but yet in themselves they are somewhat worth. They are nothing comparatively, but they are somewhat absolutely. They are nothing as to matter of Pride; but they are somewhat as to matter of Thankfulness and due acknowledgement;
if we lay them with better things; but yet in themselves they Are somewhat worth. They Are nothing comparatively, but they Are somewhat absolutely. They Are nothing as to matter of Pride; but they Are somewhat as to matter of Thankfulness and due acknowledgement;
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Proud and envious spirits where they see any others to excell in any thing above themselves, they are apt there to throw some contempt and disparagement upon it, and upon those which are partakers of it;
Proud and envious spirits where they see any Others to excel in any thing above themselves, they Are apt there to throw Some contempt and disparagement upon it, and upon those which Are partakers of it;
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If God casts outward priviledges upon us we, are not to despise them, but to enjoy them with humility and fruitfulnesse, though they are not the things which we are to value or measure our selves by.
If God Cast outward privileges upon us we, Are not to despise them, but to enjoy them with humility and fruitfulness, though they Are not the things which we Are to valve or measure our selves by.
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The Apostle Paul was a man of as great and many external accommodations as any man else besides, ( If any have confidence in the flesh, I more, Phil. 3.4.) but he knew both when to stand upon them, and when to neglect them.
The Apostle Paul was a man of as great and many external accommodations as any man Else beside, (If any have confidence in the Flesh, I more, Philip 3.4.) but he knew both when to stand upon them, and when to neglect them.
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What things were gain unto me, those I counted losse for Christ, yea doubtless and I count all things to be but loss, &c. But when others despised him for want of them,
What things were gain unto me, those I counted loss for christ, yea doubtless and I count all things to be but loss, etc. But when Others despised him for want of them,
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But so much may be spoken of Zion according to its first representation, as it is taken for the City of David; and so to be born there, as denoting a temporal priviledge, which is not altogether to be neglected by us.
But so much may be spoken of Zion according to its First representation, as it is taken for the city of David; and so to be born there, as denoting a temporal privilege, which is not altogether to be neglected by us.
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The second is for the City of God. So it is sometimes taken and called in sundry places of Scripture. Thus Psal. 48.1. The City of our God; The mountain of Holinesse:
The second is for the city of God. So it is sometime taken and called in sundry places of Scripture. Thus Psalm 48.1. The city of our God; The mountain of Holiness:
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For it may be taken either locally or mystically. If we take it locally; so to be born in Zion is to be born in such a place where the Church and people of God does reside.
For it may be taken either locally or mystically. If we take it locally; so to be born in Zion is to be born in such a place where the Church and people of God does reside.
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First, Take Zion locally, for the place of the Churches residence, the visible Church. This man was born there. It is intimated as a priviledge this to that man whosoever he be; and so it is.
First, Take Zion locally, for the place of the Churches residence, the visible Church. This man was born there. It is intimated as a privilege this to that man whosoever he be; and so it is.
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It is a great mercy to be cast upon such places and times, and to be brought forth in such Nations and Countries wherein the Ordinances and means of grace are dispenst.
It is a great mercy to be cast upon such places and times, and to be brought forth in such nations and Countries wherein the Ordinances and means of grace Are dispensed.
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We of this Nation in general, and We of this City in particular. The great goodnesse and mercy of God to us in this respect, That we have been born here. Not in Egypt, but in Goshen; Not in Babylon, but in Zion; Not in the valley of darknesse, but in the valley of vision, and under the beams of light it self.
We of this nation in general, and We of this city in particular. The great Goodness and mercy of God to us in this respect, That we have been born Here. Not in Egypt, but in Goshen; Not in Babylon, but in Zion; Not in the valley of darkness, but in the valley of vision, and under the beams of Light it self.
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not in Paganism, but in Christianity; not in Popery, but in the true Religion. For we must know and consider that there hath been a double hand of conversion and Reformation which has past upon us here in this Island.
not in Paganism, but in Christianity; not in Popery, but in the true Religion. For we must know and Consider that there hath been a double hand of conversion and Reformation which has passed upon us Here in this Island.
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A Conversion from Heathenism and Infidelity; as we were sometimes a barbarous Nation, as wilde and savage as any other in all the world; which once we were.
A Conversion from Heathenism and Infidelity; as we were sometime a barbarous nation, as wild and savage as any other in all the world; which once we were.
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And a Conversion from Antichristianism and Superstition, as we were sometime a Popish Nation, and overgrown with the corruptions of Rome; which once also we were.
And a Conversion from Antichristianism and Superstition, as we were sometime a Popish nation, and overgrown with the corruptions of Room; which once also we were.
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We are to own our deliverance from both in regard of the Nation, and our birth as partaking of that deliverance in regard of our selves; as born in such a Time and Age, which (through Gods goodness) was freed from either.
We Are to own our deliverance from both in regard of the nation, and our birth as partaking of that deliverance in regard of our selves; as born in such a Time and Age, which (through God's Goodness) was freed from either.
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and the Dispensation of the Ordinances, and the enjoyment of the truth; this is our glory, and joy, and Crown of rejoycing above any thing else besides:
and the Dispensation of the Ordinances, and the enjoyment of the truth; this is our glory, and joy, and Crown of rejoicing above any thing Else beside:
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but in the spiritual; not in the legal Sion, but in the evangelical. That God should cast and dispose our beginnings in such a place, as wherein we might suck in Religion with the ayre in which we breath, according to the various opportunities which are here administred to us.
but in the spiritual; not in the Legal Sion, but in the Evangelical. That God should cast and dispose our beginnings in such a place, as wherein we might suck in Religion with the air in which we breath, according to the various opportunities which Are Here administered to us.
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Beautifull for situation, the joy of the whole earth is mount Sion, on the sides of the north, the City of the great King. God is known in her palaces for a refuge.
Beautiful for situation, the joy of the Whole earth is mount Sion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King. God is known in her palaces for a refuge.
That thither the tribes went up, the tribes of the Lord to the testimony of Israel: And that the house of the Lord was in it, Psal. 122.4, &c. And that which was the glory of Sion, the same is the glory of London; without this, London were no more then Ligorne or Constantinople, or any other City besides in the whole world.
That thither the tribes went up, the tribes of the Lord to the testimony of Israel: And that the house of the Lord was in it, Psalm 122.4, etc. And that which was the glory of Sion, the same is the glory of London; without this, London were no more then Ligorne or Constantinople, or any other city beside in the Whole world.
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This it is not only matter of dignity, and to be looked upon by us so, but likewise (as all other mercies and priviledges besides are) it is matter of duty too,
This it is not only matter of dignity, and to be looked upon by us so, but likewise (as all other Mercies and privileges beside Are) it is matter of duty too,
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There are some which have been born not only in Sion at large in regard of the common opportunities, but also in Sion more particularly, in regard of the speciall advantages which they have been partakers of.
There Are Some which have been born not only in Sion At large in regard of the Common opportunities, but also in Sion more particularly, in regard of the special advantages which they have been partakers of.
Not only born in a City of Religion, but moreover in religious families, of godly and religious Parents, which have been godlily and religiously educated and nurtured in the fear of the Lord.
Not only born in a city of Religion, but moreover in religious families, of godly and religious Parents, which have been godlily and religiously educated and nurtured in the Fear of the Lord.
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There are many which have lived under faithful Ministers, and faithful Masters, and Governors, &c. Now what an ingagement does from hence lie upon them to be that which they should be? How much better should they be then other men? Oh it's a fearfull thing to sin against good education, and the instillation of gracious principles!
There Are many which have lived under faithful Ministers, and faithful Masters, and Governors, etc. Now what an engagement does from hence lie upon them to be that which they should be? How much better should they be then other men? O it's a fearful thing to sin against good education, and the instillation of gracious principles!
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That this man was born there. He was born in such a Nation, in such a Countrey, in such a City, in such a Family, &c. God observes and takes notice of it,
That this man was born there. He was born in such a nation, in such a Country, in such a city, in such a Family, etc. God observes and Takes notice of it,
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All are not Israel which are of Israel. Nor all born in Sion according to the Spirit, which are born in it according to the flesh. But yet this spiritual birth is that which is principally to be regarded, and to be looked after above any besides. In Rom. 2.28,29. He is not a Jew which is one outwardly; neither is that circumcision which is outward in the flesh. But he is a Jew which is one inwardly, and circumcision is that of the heart, whose praise is not of men, but of God. To be born indeed, is to be new-born;
All Are not Israel which Are of Israel. Nor all born in Sion according to the Spirit, which Are born in it according to the Flesh. But yet this spiritual birth is that which is principally to be regarded, and to be looked After above any beside. In Rom. 2.28,29. He is not a Jew which is one outwardly; neither is that circumcision which is outward in the Flesh. But he is a Jew which is one inwardly, and circumcision is that of the heart, whose praise is not of men, but of God. To be born indeed, is to be newborn;
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as in Christ before him. NONLATINALPHABET, Rom. 16.7. He is born first who is first born anew; and he is the ancientest Man, that's the ancientest Christian. My little children of whom I travel in birth again till Christ be form'd in you, sayes the Apostle Paul to the Galatians, in Gal. 4.19.
as in christ before him., Rom. 16.7. He is born First who is First born anew; and he is the Ancientest Man, that's the Ancientest Christian. My little children of whom I travel in birth again till christ be formed in you, Says the Apostle Paul to the Galatians, in Gal. 4.19.
For this purpose it is very pertinent to consider what we are in our natural condition, we are all by Nature the children of wrath, as the Apostle expresses it, Ephes. 2.3. Our Birth and our Nativity of the land of Canaan; our Father an Amorite, our Mother an Hittite, Ezek. 16.3. We were shapen in iniquity, and in sin did our Mothers conceive us; in Psal. 51.5. Every imagination or frame of our Hearts and the thoughts of them, were only evill continually. Now certainly there must be some change therefore wrought, if ever we be that, which we should be. Our birth & nativity of Canaan, it will not serve the turn; No, But we must be born in Sion: And this is that which we have now before us, as commended unto us:
For this purpose it is very pertinent to Consider what we Are in our natural condition, we Are all by Nature the children of wrath, as the Apostle Expresses it, Ephesians 2.3. Our Birth and our Nativity of the land of Canaan; our Father an Amorite, our Mother an Hittite, Ezekiel 16.3. We were shapen in iniquity, and in since did our Mother's conceive us; in Psalm 51.5. Every imagination or frame of our Hearts and the thoughts of them, were only evil continually. Now Certainly there must be Some change Therefore wrought, if ever we be that, which we should be. Our birth & Nativity of Canaan, it will not serve the turn; No, But we must be born in Sion: And this is that which we have now before us, as commended unto us:
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Who hath begotten us again to a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, that is, by such a spirituall power which is conformable to this Resurrection,
Who hath begotten us again to a lively hope by the resurrection of jesus christ from the dead, that is, by such a spiritual power which is conformable to this Resurrection,
And that Jerusalem, which is above, and is free, be the Mother of us all, Gal. 4.26. That our NONLATINALPHABET our Citizenship be in Heaven, Phil. 3.20. without which all civil Priviledges or natural will be of little worth to us.
And that Jerusalem, which is above, and is free, be the Mother of us all, Gal. 4.26. That our our Citizenship be in Heaven, Philip 3.20. without which all civil Privileges or natural will be of little worth to us.
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it is ordained for such an End as this; and this especially. Thus the Apostle to the believing Hebrewes; Heb. 12.22. Ye are come unto Mount Sion, and unto the City of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem. Come!
it is ordained for such an End as this; and this especially. Thus the Apostle to the believing Hebrews; Hebrew 12.22. You Are come unto Mount Sion, and unto the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem. Come!
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How so? as by the Gospel ye have been called; and as by Faith you have been received into the Communion of the Christian Church, which was figured by Jerusalem and by Mount Sion; That's the coming there meant.
How so? as by the Gospel you have been called; and as by Faith you have been received into the Communion of the Christian Church, which was figured by Jerusalem and by Mount Sion; That's the coming there meant.
There are two senses in Nature, which we call senses of Necessity, as such which are absolutely required to the Being of a living Creature. And there are the same proportionably in Grace, and required to the Being of a Christian: Tactus & Custus:
There Are two Senses in Nature, which we call Senses of Necessity, as such which Are absolutely required to the Being of a living Creature. And there Are the same proportionably in Grace, and required to the Being of a Christian: Tactus & Custus:
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A spiritual Touch, and a spiritual Taste; a tendernesse of spirit, and a savourinesse of spirit: what we feel, and what we relish. And accordingly may we from hence judge of the work of Regeneration in us.
A spiritual Touch, and a spiritual Taste; a tenderness of Spirit, and a savoriness of Spirit: what we feel, and what we relish. And accordingly may we from hence judge of the work of Regeneration in us.
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First, for that which is Antecedent: a Christian has a tendernesse here, to restrain him and keep him in, from whence he cannot do every thing, which another can do;
First, for that which is Antecedent: a Christian has a tenderness Here, to restrain him and keep him in, from whence he cannot do every thing, which Another can do;
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A scrupulous Conscience, is not alwaies a tender Conscience, nor a tender Conscience a scrupulous. The one oftentimes proceeds from weaknesse of Judgement. The other from strength of Grace, and the principles of spiritual life in us, which therefore we cannot be without, and in the mean time be true Christians. Those which have a wide swallow, and can down with any thing indefinitely without any chawing, they have cause to suspect themselves, as that all is not right with them,
A scrupulous Conscience, is not always a tender Conscience, nor a tender Conscience a scrupulous. The one oftentimes proceeds from weakness of Judgement. The other from strength of Grace, and the principles of spiritual life in us, which Therefore we cannot be without, and in the mean time be true Christians. Those which have a wide swallow, and can down with any thing indefinitely without any chawing, they have cause to suspect themselves, as that all is not right with them,
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so will ours doe likewise if we be of the same spirit with him. There will be in us upon any miscarriage which is discern'd by us, Singultus Cordis, an upbraiding or rising of Heart, as it is termed by Abigail in 2 Sam. 25.31.
so will ours do likewise if we be of the same Spirit with him. There will be in us upon any miscarriage which is discerned by us, Singultus Cordis, an upbraiding or rising of Heart, as it is termed by Abigail in 2 Sam. 25.31.
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But secondly, As there's a discovery of us from our spiritual Touch, so likewise from our spiritual Taste; we may see what we are by this. Creatures which have life, they have a relish, to distinguish of what is good for them, from what is hurtfull and offensive;
But secondly, As there's a discovery of us from our spiritual Touch, so likewise from our spiritual Taste; we may see what we Are by this. Creatures which have life, they have a relish, to distinguish of what is good for them, from what is hurtful and offensive;
the more there is of true Grace, there will be a closing with true Doctrine; If any man do the will of him that sent me, he shall know of the Doctrine which I teach,
the more there is of true Grace, there will be a closing with true Doctrine; If any man do the will of him that sent me, he shall know of the Doctrine which I teach,
whether it be of God or no, sayes our blessed Saviour, Joh. 7.17. There are principles in the Conscience answerable to Doctrines in the word, and these agree one with the other like two Indentures;
whither it be of God or no, Says our blessed Saviour, John 7.17. There Are principles in the Conscience answerable to Doctrines in the word, and these agree one with the other like two Indentures;
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Secondly, There's a discerning likewise of solid meat from trash: Kickshawes and slight provisions will not satisfie hungry stomachs; no more will fancies and speculations and wordings and quirks of wit, hungry souls;
Secondly, There's a discerning likewise of solid meat from trash: Kickshaws and slight provisions will not satisfy hungry stomachs; no more will fancies and speculations and wordings and quirks of wit, hungry Souls;
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And the words of Truth and sobernesse, Act. 26.25. These and the like accomplishments with them are the discoveries of this spiritual life and birth whereof we now speak.
And the words of Truth and soberness, Act. 26.25. These and the like accomplishments with them Are the discoveries of this spiritual life and birth whereof we now speak.
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And therefore (to renew the Exhortation) let us consider how far we do indeed partake of them. There are many which are exceedingly mistaken in this businesse, who take Civility for Christianity, and Morality for true Piety;
And Therefore (to renew the Exhortation) let us Consider how Far we do indeed partake of them. There Are many which Are exceedingly mistaken in this business, who take Civility for Christianity, and Morality for true Piety;
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Because they are well thought of abroad, and are cryed up in the world, have the opinion and good esteem of such and such godly Christians, and of such and such godly Ministers, which are willing to make the best of a little, and to incourage some small appearances of good in them, that so they may draw them on to more:
Because they Are well Thought of abroad, and Are cried up in the world, have the opinion and good esteem of such and such godly Christians, and of such and such godly Ministers, which Are willing to make the best of a little, and to encourage Some small appearances of good in them, that so they may draw them on to more:
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what poor things are these to hold by, and to build ones hope upon? Oh Beloved, these will serve in a day of peace, but they will not serve in a day of trouble; as long as men are in health and prosperity,
what poor things Are these to hold by, and to built ones hope upon? O beloved, these will serve in a day of peace, but they will not serve in a day of trouble; as long as men Are in health and Prosperity,
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that so we may have rejoycing in our selves alone, and not in another, having approved our work to him, as it is Gal. 6.4. We finde in ordinary experience, that those which have most of the Cry, have least of the Wool. (It is so in every thing almost we can name;
that so we may have rejoicing in our selves alone, and not in Another, having approved our work to him, as it is Gal. 6.4. We find in ordinary experience, that those which have most of the Cry, have least of the Wool. (It is so in every thing almost we can name;
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and God in judgement suffers it to be so; that whiles men are taken with applause, and esteem of themselves accordingly, they may have their reward, and it may be all which is eminent in them.
and God in judgement suffers it to be so; that while men Are taken with applause, and esteem of themselves accordingly, they may have their reward, and it may be all which is eminent in them.
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therefore their case is good with them, whereas (alasse!) all this may be, and the heart the mean while rem in unchanged. And so for performances;
Therefore their case is good with them, whereas (alas!) all this may be, and the heart the mean while remembering in unchanged. And so for performances;
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Errors in the first foundation, they are for the most part irrecoverable: I am sure 'tis so here; if we be not right as to the fundamental work and beginnings of Godliness in us, all our following profession,
Errors in the First Foundation, they Are for the most part irrecoverable: I am sure it's so Here; if we be not right as to the fundamental work and beginnings of Godliness in us, all our following profession,
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As we see again it is in Nature, and in the state of the Body, if a man be not well-born, that is, of a sound and healthful constitution; but have some notorious defect of Nature in him, with which he came into the world;
As we see again it is in Nature, and in the state of the Body, if a man be not wellborn, that is, of a found and healthful constitution; but have Some notorious defect of Nature in him, with which he Come into the world;
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Even so is it also here in Grace, and as to the state of the Soul. If a man have not the right work of conversion and regeneration in him, he will never be a good and sound Christian as long as he lives:
Even so is it also Here in Grace, and as to the state of the Soul. If a man have not the right work of conversion and regeneration in him, he will never be a good and found Christian as long as he lives:
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which are things which I do not slight, (there are too many in the world that do in these present daies) but if he hath nothing else besides, he will be but a Skeleton;
which Are things which I do not slight, (there Are too many in the world that do in these present days) but if he hath nothing Else beside, he will be but a Skeleton;
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because their principles are uncertain on which they stand. But now those who are Religious from the principles of the new Creature, they will be firm and abiding in it.
Because their principles Are uncertain on which they stand. But now those who Are Religious from the principles of the new Creature, they will be firm and abiding in it.
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so in Grace are there the l•ke workings of Spirit which cannot be gainsayed. There are the Experiences of Christians as Christians, which all Christians are acquainted withall.
so in Grace Are there the l•ke workings of Spirit which cannot be gainsaid. There Are the Experiences of Christians as Christians, which all Christians Are acquainted withal.
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A beleever from the power, and efficacy, and autopisty in the Scriptures themselves, and that agreement and correspondency which they have with his own heart and conscience,
A believer from the power, and efficacy, and autopisty in the Scriptures themselves, and that agreement and correspondency which they have with his own heart and conscience,
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a regenerate person and childe of God, who is born in Sion, from the first fruits of the Spirit, and the anticipations and beginnings of Heaven in his own soul;
a regenerate person and child of God, who is born in Sion, from the First fruits of the Spirit, and the anticipations and beginnings of Heaven in his own soul;
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Knowing in your selves, that ye have in heaven a better and more induring substance, as the Apostle argues to the beleeving Hebrewes, Heb. 10.34. and so of the rest:
Knowing in your selves, that you have in heaven a better and more enduring substance, as the Apostle argues to the believing Hebrews, Hebrew 10.34. and so of the rest:
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And again, the anointing which ye have received of him teacheth you &c. and it is Truth and is no lie: what's this Unction and Anointing? Even Regeneration, and the sanctifying work of the Spirit;
And again, the anointing which you have received of him Teaches you etc. and it is Truth and is not lie: what's this Unction and Anointing? Even Regeneration, and the sanctifying work of the Spirit;
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why there are so many strange Tenents and conclusions which are broach'd and divulged, not only in lighter matters, and such as are of smaller concernment (wherein every one hath liberty to abound in his own sense,
why there Are so many strange Tenants and conclusions which Are broached and divulged, not only in lighter matters, and such as Are of smaller concernment (wherein every one hath liberty to abound in his own sense,
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because there is so great a defect as to the work of Grace. Therefore we have so many Hereticks, because we have so many Hypocrites; if men had better hearts, they would have better heads; and if they were better Christians, they would be better Divines: But because they fail in the one, therefore they prove defective in the other. That man that has a gracious spirit, he cannot easily have a corrupt Judgement in those things which are of the Essence of godlinesse, because his experience will set him right,
Because there is so great a defect as to the work of Grace. Therefore we have so many Heretics, Because we have so many Hypocrites; if men had better hearts, they would have better Heads; and if they were better Christians, they would be better Divines: But Because they fail in the one, Therefore they prove defective in the other. That man that has a gracious Spirit, he cannot Easily have a corrupt Judgement in those things which Are of the Essence of godliness, Because his experience will Set him right,
Indeed, it does not hold reciprocally, and è converso. A man may be orthodox in his judgement, and yet but barren in his heart, as not receiving the Truth in the love of it.
Indeed, it does not hold reciprocally, and è converso. A man may be orthodox in his judgement, and yet but barren in his heart, as not receiving the Truth in the love of it.
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These distempers, they lye not in the Brain so much, as in the Heart; in the Heart originally, and in the Brain only symptomatically. By sympathy and complication, you know,
These distempers, they lie not in the Brain so much, as in the Heart; in the Heart originally, and in the Brain only symptomatically. By Sympathy and complication, you know,
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as concernes the workings of the soul in a natural way, there may be sometimes strange fancies and conceits arising from some lighter melancholy and distemper of body;
as concerns the workings of the soul in a natural Way, there may be sometime strange fancies and conceits arising from Some lighter melancholy and distemper of body;
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But where there are contradictions of reason and common sense, it argues laesa principia, some distraction or phrenetical humour. Even so here, in these spiritual improvements, men may perchance erre in lighter matters, through ignorance or non-attendency;
But where there Are contradictions of reason and Common sense, it argues laesa principia, Some distraction or phrenetical humour. Even so Here, in these spiritual improvements, men may perchance err in lighter matters, through ignorance or Non-attendency;
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And the other occasional and consequential, as proceeding from the just Judgement of God, who because they receive not the love of the Truth that they might be saved, therfore sends them strong delusions that they should believe lies.
And the other occasional and consequential, as proceeding from the just Judgement of God, who Because they receive not the love of the Truth that they might be saved, Therefore sends them strong delusions that they should believe lies.
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as who hath pleased to deal so graciously with us, as herein he hath done. When all's done, this is the great mercy of all, and there's none like unto it.
as who hath pleased to deal so graciously with us, as herein he hath done. When all's done, this is the great mercy of all, and there's none like unto it.
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Look as it is in the world, all the consequent comforts of it, they depend upon our Birth into it. If we be stifled in the Birth, there's a period to all our worldly expectations, or the hopes of our Parents for us.
Look as it is in the world, all the consequent comforts of it, they depend upon our Birth into it. If we be stifled in the Birth, there's a Period to all our worldly Expectations, or the hope's of our Parents for us.
Even so it is also in Religion; as to the comforts and accommodations of that; If we be not regenerate and born again, there's no hope for us at all; If we be so, we are then made for ever. This Regeneration it brings in many other comforts with it; Ability to serve God, Benefit of the Ordinances, improvement of all passages of Providence, the peace of conscience and joy of the Holy Ghost,
Even so it is also in Religion; as to the comforts and accommodations of that; If we be not regenerate and born again, there's no hope for us At all; If we be so, we Are then made for ever. This Regeneration it brings in many other comforts with it; Ability to serve God, Benefit of the Ordinances, improvement of all passages of Providence, the peace of conscience and joy of the Holy Ghost,
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If we have any of these consequent priviledges belonging to us as Christians, it does depend upon this primitive mercy, that we are the children of God, adopted and regenerated by Him. Therefore let us blesse God for this above any thing else;
If we have any of these consequent privileges belonging to us as Christians, it does depend upon this primitive mercy, that we Are the children of God, adopted and regenerated by Him. Therefore let us bless God for this above any thing Else;
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not only as we are born in it locally, within the pales of the visible Church, (which I spake of before) but also as we are born in it mystically, that is,
not only as we Are born in it locally, within the pales of the visible Church, (which I spoke of before) but also as we Are born in it mystically, that is,
This is to be born in Sion, and this is to be born in London, indeed to be born in it thus: They are not only born in London, which are born within the Wals, and Suburbs, and Liberties;
This is to be born in Sion, and this is to be born in London, indeed to be born in it thus: They Are not only born in London, which Are born within the Walls, and Suburbs, and Liberties;
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No, but which being born abroad though in remote and forein Countreys and Nations, are here partakers of the Efficacy of the Ordinances, and of the Power of the Gospel upon their hearts.
No, but which being born abroad though in remote and foreign Countries' and nations, Are Here partakers of the Efficacy of the Ordinances, and of the Power of the Gospel upon their hearts.
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I will make mention of Rahab & Babylon, among them that know me. They which were born at the lands end, they were born in the very Heart of the City, if it was thus with them.
I will make mention of Rahab & Babylon, among them that know me. They which were born At the Lands end, they were born in the very Heart of the city, if it was thus with them.
This to the praise of Gods grace, and to their own everlasting comfort, is, and still will be the condition of many an one at this time, and in this very place.
This to the praise of God's grace, and to their own everlasting Comfort, is, and still will be the condition of many an one At this time, and in this very place.
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There's many a poor youth which comes up hither to the City from the furthest parts of the Nation, and from the blindest corners of the Land. All that he thinks of (or it may be his friends for him) is only to get him a Trade, to provide him a Master, to set him in some way of livelihood against another day.
There's many a poor youth which comes up hither to the city from the furthest parts of the nation, and from the blindest corners of the Land. All that he thinks of (or it may be his Friends for him) is only to get him a Trade, to provide him a Master, to Set him in Some Way of livelihood against Another day.
but to teach him the Trade of Piety, the Art of Christianity, the Mystery of godlinesse and Religion; not only to make him a Man, but to make him a Christian, of the houshold of God, of the company of Angels, a fellow Citizen of the Saints, an Inhabitant of the new Jerusalem, a free Denizen of Heaven it self.
but to teach him the Trade of Piety, the Art of Christianity, the Mystery of godliness and Religion; not only to make him a Man, but to make him a Christian, of the household of God, of the company of Angels, a fellow Citizen of the Saints, an Inhabitant of the new Jerusalem, a free Denizen of Heaven it self.
And likewise again on the other side not so many, as we could desire. If Birth be to be judged of by Grace and according to the first beginnings of Religion, there are many which owe very much to this City, the City of London of all other places,
And likewise again on the other side not so many, as we could desire. If Birth be to be judged of by Grace and according to the First beginnings of Religion, there Are many which owe very much to this city, the city of London of all other places,
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as wherein they first received such impressions as these upon their hearts. And accordingly, it becomes them to acknowledge it, and to be thankful for it.
as wherein they First received such impressions as these upon their hearts. And accordingly, it becomes them to acknowledge it, and to be thankful for it.
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There are many unkinde, and unnatural, and ungrateful people in the world, which in this respect make but ill returnes to those places and persons which have been the means and instruments of doing them this spiritual good; Unchurch those Churches wherein they first received heavenly instruction:
There Are many unkind, and unnatural, and ungrateful people in the world, which in this respect make but ill returns to those places and Persons which have been the means and Instruments of doing them this spiritual good; Unchurch those Churches wherein they First received heavenly instruction:
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and if they be new-born at all, they were born here. Here was the womb that conceived them, the paps that suckt them, the immortal seed from whence they were born again, the spiritual Fathers which begat them in Christ Jesus by the Gospel.
and if they be newborn At all, they were born Here. Here was the womb that conceived them, the paps that sucked them, the immortal seed from whence they were born again, the spiritual Father's which begat them in christ jesus by the Gospel.
The second is by laying it upon THIS; and so it is an advancement of the place taken from the person. It is made the Honour and Dignity of Sion, that is, of the true Church of God;
The second is by laying it upon THIS; and so it is an advancement of the place taken from the person. It is made the Honour and Dignity of Sion, that is, of the true Church of God;
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For the Quality of them, This. For the Number of them, This and That. To have both of these born in Sion. Persons of note and eminency. And a multitude and plurality of such persons.
For the Quality of them, This. For the Number of them, This and That. To have both of these born in Sion. Persons of note and eminency. And a multitude and plurality of such Persons.
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so it is first of all an honour to have born in it persons of note, such persons as are eminent in the most desirable Qualifications. This is one thing which is remarkable about it.
so it is First of all an honour to have born in it Persons of note, such Persons as Are eminent in the most desirable Qualifications. This is one thing which is remarkable about it.
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Thus the Jewes when they speak of Christ, not name him, but in scorn, That Man. NONLATINALPHABET And so in the Gospel, NONLATINALPHABET, where is He? as if he were not worthy to be named.
Thus the Jews when they speak of christ, not name him, but in scorn, That Man. And so in the Gospel,, where is He? as if he were not worthy to be nam.
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And so Mary to Christ, supposing him to be the Gardener, Sir, if thou hast taken him away hence, &c. Joh. 20.15. Him, as taking it for granted, that the person she spake of was understood.
And so Marry to christ, supposing him to be the Gardener, Sir, if thou hast taken him away hence, etc. John 20.15. Him, as taking it for granted, that the person she spoke of was understood.
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and adjudge all to Duncery, which make any pretence to Religion; As others all to profanenesse which make any profession of Learning; think that men cannot be godly and learned, or wise both at once;
and adjudge all to Duncery, which make any pretence to Religion; As Others all to profaneness which make any profession of Learning; think that men cannot be godly and learned, or wise both At once;
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These two they are not inconsistent, but may very well hit and hold together, yea, and do: though they often misse and do otherwise. It is not. Not, any wise men;
These two they Are not inconsistent, but may very well hit and hold together, yea, and do: though they often miss and do otherwise. It is not. Not, any wise men;
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but, not many after the flesh are called, 1 Cor. 1.26. There's the Counsellor and the Orator, Esai. 3.3. So also, secondly, Take it for civil or secular Qualifications:
but, not many After the Flesh Are called, 1 Cor. 1.26. There's the Counsellor and the Orator, Isaiah. 3.3. So also, secondly, Take it for civil or secular Qualifications:
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He is likewise born in Sion; The mighty Man, and the Man of War. The Syriack Interpreter was so far sensible of this, as that he expresses it in the very Text: & therefore in stead of saying, This man was born there, he saies, A Potent man was born there, NONLATINALPHABET and he has establisht it, whereby (as I conceive) he takes in the word Highest, which followes afterwards in the verse,
He is likewise born in Sion; The mighty Man, and the Man of War. The Syriac Interpreter was so Far sensible of this, as that he Expresses it in the very Text: & Therefore in stead of saying, This man was born there, he Says, A Potent man was born there, and he has established it, whereby (as I conceive) he Takes in the word Highest, which follows afterwards in the verse,
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But yet some there are, and through Gods goodnesse instances of it, such as these born in Sion; Men of power, and place, and authority and nobility, and the like. This man was born there.
But yet Some there Are, and through God's Goodness instances of it, such as these born in Sion; Men of power, and place, and Authority and Nobilt, and the like. This man was born there.
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It is not all the Schools of the Philosophers; The Stoa, or Academy, or Lycaeum (though they also have their use and seasonable improvement) which are able to send forth such a man as Sion does;
It is not all the Schools of the Philosophers; The Stoa, or Academy, or Lycaeum (though they also have their use and seasonable improvement) which Are able to send forth such a man as Sion does;
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yea, but now go a little higher, to brokenednesse of heart, to self-denial, to love of enemies, to closing with Christ, the frame and spirit of the Gospel;
yea, but now go a little higher, to brokenednesse of heart, to self-denial, to love of enemies, to closing with christ, the frame and Spirit of the Gospel;
not only by considering this man, what he is now, but what he was once, which is also intimated in the Text: Behold Philistia, and Tyre, and Ethiopia; This man was born there.
not only by considering this man, what he is now, but what he was once, which is also intimated in the Text: Behold Philistia, and Tyre, and Ethiopia; This man was born there.
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Here's the excellency of the Ordinances, and that Power and Energie which is stirring in the Church of Christ; that it is able to work such a miraculous alteration as this: to bring men from darknesse to light, from Satan to God, from a state of sin and corruption and unregeneracy, to a state of Grace, and Holinesse, and Regeneration:
Here's the excellency of the Ordinances, and that Power and Energy which is stirring in the Church of christ; that it is able to work such a miraculous alteration as this: to bring men from darkness to Light, from Satan to God, from a state of since and corruption and unregeneracy, to a state of Grace, and Holiness, and Regeneration:
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yea, from the lowest degree of the one, to the highest degree of the other. That Philistia should turn into Palestina; Tyre into Jerusalem; Ethiopia into Judaea; here's the wonder of all.
yea, from the lowest degree of the one, to the highest degree of the other. That Philistia should turn into Palestine; Tyre into Jerusalem; Ethiopia into Judaea; here's the wonder of all.
That Princes should come out of Egypt, and that Ethiopia should stretch out her hands to God, as it is Psal. 68.31. That the Blackmore should change his skin, and that the Leopard should change his spots.
That Princes should come out of Egypt, and that Ethiopia should stretch out her hands to God, as it is Psalm 68.31. That the Blackmore should change his skin, and that the Leopard should change his spots.
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and whom I mentioned in the beginning of the Sermon) as if this passage here before us were spoken Prophetically of him. But I conceive that to be a little too narrow an Interpretation,
and whom I mentioned in the beginning of the Sermon) as if this passage Here before us were spoken Prophetically of him. But I conceive that to be a little too narrow an Interpretation,
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and there is not the plainest or meanest place that is, but may chance to have one eminent man to be born in it. In this, First, Variety. Secondly, Indifferency.
and there is not the Plainest or Meanest place that is, but may chance to have one eminent man to be born in it. In this, First, Variety. Secondly, Indifferency.
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And thirdly, Succession. 1. Variety, This and that man, i. e. That man with this. 2. Indifferency, This and that man, i. e. That man as well as this. 3. Succession, This and that man, i. e. That man after this;
And Thirdly, Succession. 1. Variety, This and that man, i. e. That man with this. 2. Indifferency, This and that man, i. e. That man as well as this. 3. Succession, This and that man, i. e. That man After this;
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There's a Plurality and a Variety of both: And so the Scripture declares unto us at large in sundry places of it: in Act. 2.41. we finde how at one Sermon of Peters, there were three thousand which were born at once; and Act 5.14.
There's a Plurality and a Variety of both: And so the Scripture declares unto us At large in sundry places of it: in Act. 2.41. we find how At one Sermon of Peter's, there were three thousand which were born At once; and Act 5.14.
This for the Multitude of the persons. And so for the multitude of the Nations, Sion Mystical is inlarged beyond Sion Local; And it is not only a multitude of Jewes, but also of Gentiles, which is here intended, as also elsewhere exprest: in Esai. 2.2. The Mountain of the Lords House shall be established &c. And all Nations shall flow unto it;
This for the Multitude of the Persons. And so for the multitude of the nations, Sion Mystical is enlarged beyond Sion Local; And it is not only a multitude of Jews, but also of Gentiles, which is Here intended, as also elsewhere expressed: in Isaiah. 2.2. The Mountain of the lords House shall be established etc. And all nations shall flow unto it;
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and be inlarged, because the abundance of the Sea shall be converted unto thee, and the forces or riches of the Gentiles shall come unto thee: And so Esai. 54.1,2,3. Sing O barren, thou that didst not bear;
and be enlarged, Because the abundance of the Sea shall be converted unto thee, and the forces or riches of the Gentiles shall come unto thee: And so Isaiah. 54.1,2,3. Sing Oh barren, thou that didst not bear;
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for more are the children of the desolate, then the children of the marryed wife, saith the Lord, Enlarge the place of thy Tents, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations:
for more Are the children of the desolate, then the children of the married wife, Says the Lord, Enlarge the place of thy Tents, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations:
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and people, and tongues stood before the Throne, and before the Lamb, cloathed with white robes and palms in their hands: that's the first intimation; Variety, This and that &c. The second is Indifferency, This and that Man, i. e. That man as well as this;
and people, and tongues stood before the Throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes and palms in their hands: that's the First intimation; Variety, This and that etc. The second is Indifferency, This and that Man, i. e. That man as well as this;
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to all particular conditions, though not to all Individual persons: There's no rank or order of men whatsoever which in it self is uncapable of salvation:
to all particular conditions, though not to all Individu Persons: There's no rank or order of men whatsoever which in it self is uncapable of salvation:
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And if we be such as are born in Sion the meanest Christians are our Countreymen, as well as the Greatest. This and that man, that is, This man as well as that. That's the second thing, Indifferency.
And if we be such as Are born in Sion the Meanest Christians Are our Countrymen, as well as the Greatest. This and that man, that is, This man as well as that. That's the second thing, Indifferency.
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for which cause he keeps up the world, yea and will keep it up still, till this be effected. The fulnesse of the Church, it is the fulnesse of Christ Himself, who filleth all in all;
for which cause he keeps up the world, yea and will keep it up still, till this be effected. The fullness of the Church, it is the fullness of christ Himself, who fills all in all;
and when you are once gone out of the world, I will not then leave or forsake my Church, but I will be with you in those that come after you, and that stand up in your room: so Ephes. 4.12. for the perfecting of the Saints, for the work of the Ministery, for the edifying of the Body of Christ.
and when you Are once gone out of the world, I will not then leave or forsake my Church, but I will be with you in those that come After you, and that stand up in your room: so Ephesians 4.12. for the perfecting of the Saints, for the work of the Ministry, for the edifying of the Body of christ.
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There shall be Successively some born in Sion; because there shall be from time to time a Dispensation of the Word and Sacraments for the furtherance of this spiritual birth in us.
There shall be Successively Some born in Sion; Because there shall be from time to time a Dispensation of the Word and Sacraments for the furtherance of this spiritual birth in us.
The Word of God, it must have effect in some consciences or other, and shall not return to him in vain, as the Prophet Esay speaks, Esai. 55.10,11.
The Word of God, it must have Effect in Some Consciences or other, and shall not return to him in vain, as the Prophet Isaiah speaks, Isaiah. 55.10,11.
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And there shall some good or other be wrought by it, some converted and brought home unto God. Look as whiles the earth remains, seed-time and harvest,
And there shall Some good or other be wrought by it, Some converted and brought home unto God. Look as while the earth remains, seedtime and harvest,
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and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease: as was promised by God to Noah, Gen. 8.22. The same shall be observed likewise proportionably as to spirituals and the seasons of Grace; there shall be no failing or intermission of them in any Time or Age of the world.
and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease: as was promised by God to Noah, Gen. 8.22. The same shall be observed likewise proportionably as to spirituals and the seasons of Grace; there shall be no failing or intermission of them in any Time or Age of the world.
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not only in his common gifts of the Ministery, (which we spake of before) but also in his saving and sanctifying Graces, which he does daily pour forth in his Church for the inlargement and increase of it: thus Ephes. 4.7.
not only in his Common Gifts of the Ministry, (which we spoke of before) but also in his Saving and sanctifying Graces, which he does daily pour forth in his Church for the enlargement and increase of it: thus Ephesians 4.7.
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These things thus laid together make much for our comfort and incouragement. To consider that the Church is not confined to a few persons or number of years;
These things thus laid together make much for our Comfort and encouragement. To Consider that the Church is not confined to a few Persons or number of Years;
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but does abide to all succeeding Generations. Which if we have any spiritual sense or feeling in us, we cannot but be very much pleased and affected withall:
but does abide to all succeeding Generations. Which if we have any spiritual sense or feeling in us, we cannot but be very much pleased and affected withal:
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yea, and it will make us likewise to endeavour it for our own particulars; not only to take care that we may make up so many parts of Sion, whiles we live our selves;
yea, and it will make us likewise to endeavour it for our own particulars; not only to take care that we may make up so many parts of Sion, while we live our selves;
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but that those which come after us, may do so too for our sakes, and by our procurement. Our children, and our childrens children and their children, in the succession of Ages.
but that those which come After us, may do so too for our sakes, and by our procurement. Our children, and our Children's children and their children, in the succession of Ages.
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And the Church as considered in our Age, is but of short and small continuance; Oh what a comfort will it then be to us to think, that when we are dead and gone and in our graves, there shall be those standing up in our steads which shall continue Religion after us;
And the Church as considered in our Age, is but of short and small Continuance; O what a Comfort will it then be to us to think, that when we Are dead and gone and in our graves, there shall be those standing up in our steads which shall continue Religion After us;
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and especially that we our selves have any thing contributed to it. More particularly; we should indevour it in the cities and places in which we live;
and especially that we our selves have any thing contributed to it. More particularly; we should endeavour it in the cities and places in which we live;
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and sealed by the bloud of the Martyrs, and improved by the holy lives of those godly persons which have conform'd unto it, let the same be handed down still by us to succeeding posterity.
and sealed by the blood of the Martyrs, and improved by the holy lives of those godly Persons which have conformed unto it, let the same be handed down still by us to succeeding posterity.
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and how much rather should we then be thus carefull in spiritual things! That such holy men as are gone before us, may never die whiles we live; And that we our selves may never die so long as such and such live whom we have laboured to season with those principles which we are partakers of our selves.
and how much rather should we then be thus careful in spiritual things! That such holy men as Are gone before us, may never die while we live; And that we our selves may never die so long as such and such live whom we have laboured to season with those principles which we Are partakers of our selves.
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Thus was Solon to Athens, and Pindarus to Thebes, and Tully to Rome. Homer, he had seven Cities which contended for him as the places of of his Nativity:
Thus was Solon to Athens, and Pindarus to Thebes, and Tully to Room. Homer, he had seven Cities which contended for him as the places of of his Nativity:
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yet not to be the least among the Princes of Judah; the Prophet Micah cals it the least; the Evangelist Matthew cals it not the least how do these two agree? The Reconciliation is easie;
yet not to be the least among the Princes of Judah; the Prophet micah calls it the least; the Evangelist Matthew calls it not the least how do these two agree? The Reconciliation is easy;
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and that was Christ himself, which some also apply here to our Sion, and understand by this indefinite expression here in the Text: This Man was born there, that is, our Blessed Lord and Saviour,
and that was christ himself, which Some also apply Here to our Sion, and understand by this indefinite expression Here in the Text: This Man was born there, that is, our Blessed Lord and Saviour,
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Gracious and holy persons, they reflect honourably upon their Relations, whether of Persons or Places: of Persons, the womb that bare them: of Places, the Countreys that brought them forth;
Gracious and holy Persons, they reflect honourably upon their Relations, whither of Persons or Places: of Persons, the womb that bore them: of Places, the Countries' that brought them forth;
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I might easily (if need were) give you a very large Catalogue of many famous and eminent persons in all kinde of waies and professions, which this place and city hath brought forth,
I might Easily (if need were) give you a very large Catalogue of many famous and eminent Persons in all kind of ways and professions, which this place and City hath brought forth,
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But rather onely in stead of it perswade that we our selves may make up the number, and tread in their stops, by endevouring all we can to adorn this place of our Original and beginning in the world.
But rather only in stead of it persuade that we our selves may make up the number, and tread in their stops, by endeavouring all we can to adorn this place of our Original and beginning in the world.
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The world is apt to think, that those who are born in the City, are not so happy in their after improvements as others are. (Perhaps there may be more in it then we are aware of.) It will concern us really to confute them, to frustrate & falsify such a conceit as that is;
The world is apt to think, that those who Are born in the city, Are not so happy in their After improvements as Others Are. (Perhaps there may be more in it then we Are aware of.) It will concern us really to confute them, to frustrate & falsify such a conceit as that is;
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and grow great and rich men in it (though I hope they are no discredit to it neither) but which are eminent in goodnesse and reall worth. This is that which we should labour to be;
and grow great and rich men in it (though I hope they Are no discredit to it neither) but which Are eminent in Goodness and real worth. This is that which we should labour to be;
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And Souldiers to whom the City is the place of their Birth, it should have a share in their chiefest affection; and so of the like. It is still observed in those wich are good; that the better they are themselves, the better are others for them, and in reference to them;
And Soldiers to whom the city is the place of their Birth, it should have a share in their chiefest affection; and so of the like. It is still observed in those which Are good; that the better they Are themselves, the better Are Others for them, and in Referente to them;
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Laban for Jacob; and Potiphar for Joseph; and Zoar for Lot; Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, we know what an influence they had upon their following posterity. And the remembrance of David, we know how it prevailed with God for the safegard of Jerusalem; I will defend this city to save it for my servant Davids sake, Esai. 37.35. It is recorded to the honour of Mordecai, Esth. 10.3. That being next unto King Ahasuerus, and great among the Jewes, and accepted of the multitude of his brethren, He sought the wealth of his people, and spake peace to all his seed.
Laban for Jacob; and Potiphar for Joseph; and Zoar for Lot; Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, we know what an influence they had upon their following posterity. And the remembrance of David, we know how it prevailed with God for the safeguard of Jerusalem; I will defend this City to save it for my servant Davids sake, Isaiah. 37.35. It is recorded to the honour of Mordecai, Esth. 10.3. That being next unto King Ahasuerus, and great among the Jews, and accepted of the multitude of his brothers, He sought the wealth of his people, and spoke peace to all his seed.
which as it had been better for themselves, that they had never been born at all; so it had been better for the places in which they were born, that they had never been born there; which like Vipers eat out the bowels of their own parents; which are so many plagues and pests,
which as it had been better for themselves, that they had never been born At all; so it had been better for the places in which they were born, that they had never been born there; which like Vipers eat out the bowels of their own Parents; which Are so many plagues and pests,
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and calamities to the Cities, and Countreys, and Nations which they relate unto. And this, if not alwaies intentionally, yet effectively and in the event at least.
and calamities to the Cities, and Countries', and nations which they relate unto. And this, if not always intentionally, yet effectively and in the event At least.
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I told you before of a Catalogue of many worthy and eminent Men, who had their Rise and Beginning in this City, which it were easie for me to produce, to the honour and renown of it in all particulars.
I told you before of a Catalogue of many worthy and eminent Men, who had their Rise and Beginning in this city, which it were easy for me to produce, to the honour and renown of it in all particulars.
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But what need I to do that? Mine eyes behold this Day amongst yourselves, This and that man to be born in her; which I hope will be carefull to answer this passage and expression in the Text;
But what need I to do that? Mine eyes behold this Day among yourselves, This and that man to be born in her; which I hope will be careful to answer this passage and expression in the Text;
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First, on Mans part, by way of discourse, in the 5. verse, It shall be said. Secondly, on Gods part, by way of Record, in the 6. The Lord shall count when &c. We begin with the first in the 6. verse, The Celebration on Mans part, by way of Discourse, wherein again two branches more: First, the Report of it;
First, on men part, by Way of discourse, in the 5. verse, It shall be said. Secondly, on God's part, by Way of Record, in the 6. The Lord shall count when etc. We begin with the First in the 6. verse, The Celebration on men part, by Way of Discourse, wherein again two branches more: First, the Report of it;
whether ye take it for Sion in the Civil sense, or in the Spiritual; In the Mystical, or in the Local; for the City of God, or for the City of David. It shall be said, upon either account or occasion.
whither you take it for Sion in the Civil sense, or in the Spiritual; In the Mystical, or in the Local; for the city of God, or for the city of David. It shall be said, upon either account or occasion.
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It shall be said solemnly; it shall be said publickly; it shall be said constantly; it shall be said joyfully. And that with all the circumstances and appurtenances belonging unto it of a most glorious commemoration;
It shall be said solemnly; it shall be said publicly; it shall be said constantly; it shall be said joyfully. And that with all the Circumstances and appurtenances belonging unto it of a most glorious commemoration;
and gifts to the poor, as it was sometimes amongst the Jewes, Esth. 9.22. They shall joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, and as men rejoyce when they divide the spoyle, That this man was born there; it is spoken of Christ, Esai. 9.3.
and Gifts to the poor, as it was sometime among the Jews, Esth. 9.22. They shall joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, and as men rejoice when they divide the spoil, That this man was born there; it is spoken of christ, Isaiah. 9.3.
But that's not all, in the spiritual sense of it, it may be carried also to the civil. Of those which were born in Sion, considered as the City of David, and as determined to this particular place, and this particular Countrey, so there's matter of • … on in it also.
But that's not all, in the spiritual sense of it, it may be carried also to the civil. Of those which were born in Sion, considered as the city of David, and as determined to this particular place, and this particular Country, so there's matter of • … on in it also.
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we see here a warrant for the practise of this daies solemnity in the commemoration of those which have been born amongst us here in this City; Indeed, these observations of Births have sometimes been called in question,
we see Here a warrant for the practice of this days solemnity in the commemoration of those which have been born among us Here in this city; Indeed, these observations of Births have sometime been called in question,
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as a very great Blessing; and that not for time only but place. It is that which we do this day; and may do with these due cautions and limitations which are considerable in it.
as a very great Blessing; and that not for time only but place. It is that which we do this day; and may do with these due cautions and limitations which Are considerable in it.
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First, with Modesty and Schriety, That we make it not a piece of Pageantry; an occasion of shewing our selves to the world; a numbring of the people; an affectation only of conformity to other Countreys;
First, with Modesty and Schriety, That we make it not a piece of Pageantry; an occasion of showing our selves to the world; a numbering of the people; an affectation only of conformity to other Countries';
And they observed the solemnity because they understood not the mystery; to wit, of original sin: This is that which we for our particulars are not to be ignorant of nor yet forgetful, but to understand our selves in this particular.
And they observed the solemnity Because they understood not the mystery; to wit, of original since: This is that which we for our particulars Are not to be ignorant of nor yet forgetful, but to understand our selves in this particular.
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Secondly, with thankfulnesse and due acknowledgement, for Gods goodnesse to us in our Births with all the circumstances of them: not only, that we are born there, but born thus, with other priviledges attending hereupon:
Secondly, with thankfulness and due acknowledgement, for God's Goodness to us in our Births with all the Circumstances of them: not only, that we Are born there, but born thus, with other privileges attending hereupon:
and so prevented from those sad calamities which many others have fallen into, before our eyes, in these late heavy troubles and distractions, which have been upon the Land;
and so prevented from those sad calamities which many Others have fallen into, before our eyes, in these late heavy Troubles and distractions, which have been upon the Land;
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others, like so many exiles banisht from their particular Countreys; we have all this while been even at home, without any disturbance or interruption.
Others, like so many exiles banished from their particular Countries'; we have all this while been even At home, without any disturbance or interruption.
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that we may come together for the better, and not for the worse, for the mutual increase of love, and the seeking occasions and opportunities for the doing of good.
that we may come together for the better, and not for the Worse, for the mutual increase of love, and the seeking occasions and opportunities for the doing of good.
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That we which are Born in Sion may promote the welfare of Sion; and that in either Accept on, both in the civil sense, and in the spiritual: In the Civil, the welfare of the City;
That we which Are Born in Sion may promote the welfare of Sion; and that in either Accept on, both in the civil sense, and in the spiritual: In the Civil, the welfare of the city;
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The Scripture points out both, as the proper regulations of Charity. Both NONLATINALPHABET, And NONLATINALPHABET. Those which are godly and good Christians;
The Scripture points out both, as the proper regulations of Charity. Both, And. Those which Are godly and good Christians;
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It shall be said likewise by them: so the Ethiopick Translation carries it in the very Text it self, and reads the words thus. Forrainers have said this of thee;
It shall be said likewise by them: so the Ethiopic translation carries it in the very Text it self, and reads the words thus. Foreigners have said this of thee;
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This and that man was &c. In Esai. 61.9. the place before cited. Their seed shall be known among the Gentiles, and their off-spring amongst the people;
This and that man was etc. In Isaiah. 61.9. the place before cited. Their seed shall be known among the Gentiles, and their offspring among the people;
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They shall point at them, as it were with their fingers, as they go along the streets and that not in a way of scorn and reproach; but in a way of honour and high respect; Loe, This and that man &c. The meaning of it is this;
They shall point At them, as it were with their fingers, as they go along the streets and that not in a Way of scorn and reproach; but in a Way of honour and high respect; Lo, This and that man etc. The meaning of it is this;
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That it shall be no shame to be of such a Relation, or such an Extraction: There are some kinde of Countreys in the world; which those that are the Natives of them, are sometimes ashamed to own them, in regard of some infamous mark or character, which lies upon them;
That it shall be no shame to be of such a Relation, or such an Extraction: There Are Some kind of Countries' in the world; which those that Are the Natives of them, Are sometime ashamed to own them, in regard of Some infamous mark or character, which lies upon them;
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But Sion is none of these. There is so much true Dignity and Renown which belongs to this, as that every one shall be ready to speak for it; and every one shall be ready to own it &c. That's the first Branch considerable of us in this Popular Celebration;
But Sion is none of these. There is so much true Dignity and Renown which belongs to this, as that every one shall be ready to speak for it; and every one shall be ready to own it etc. That's the First Branch considerable of us in this Popular Celebration;
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Here's a gracious and comfortable intimation concerning the Church. It may be taken either as a prayer, or as a promise: as a Prayer, Let the Highest &c. Or as a Promise, The Highest shall, or will;
Here's a gracious and comfortable intimation Concerning the Church. It may be taken either as a prayer, or as a promise: as a Prayer, Let the Highest etc. Or as a Promise, The Highest shall, or will;
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This is a point which the Scripture is very full and pregnant in, as none more, Esai. 33.20. Look upon Sion, &c. A Tabernacle that shall not be taken down;
This is a point which the Scripture is very full and pregnant in, as none more, Isaiah. 33.20. Look upon Sion, etc. A Tabernacle that shall not be taken down;
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nor one of the stakes thereof shall ever be removed. So Psal. 125.2. They that trust in the Lord shall be as Mount Sion, which cannot be removed, but abideth for ever. Mat. 16.16. It is said, That the Gates of Hell shall not prevail against the Church. And Heb. 12.28. It is call'd NONLATINALPHABET, a Kingdome that cannot be shaken.
nor one of the stakes thereof shall ever be removed. So Psalm 125.2. They that trust in the Lord shall be as Mount Sion, which cannot be removed, but Abideth for ever. Mathew 16.16. It is said, That the Gates of Hell shall not prevail against the Church. And Hebrew 12.28. It is called, a Kingdom that cannot be shaken.
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He that establishes us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us is God. And so S. Peter, 1 Pet. 5.10. NONLATINALPHABET. The God of all Grace who hath call'd us &c. make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you;
He that establishes us with you in christ, and hath anointed us is God. And so S. Peter, 1 Pet. 5.10.. The God of all Grace who hath called us etc. make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you;
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see there are four words at once for the expression of this unto us, NONLATINALPHABET. Set you in joynt, consolidate, corroborate, give you a good foundation.
see there Are four words At once for the expression of this unto us,. Set you in joint, consolidate, corroborate, give you a good Foundation.
And all from God himself; who gives the Grace at first; He that cals must also keep; He that begins, must perfect; He that is the author of converting Grace, must be the giver also of establishing; we stand not by our own Habituals, but by his Auxiliaries and Assistances, &c. And so here the most High.
And all from God himself; who gives the Grace At First; He that calls must also keep; He that begins, must perfect; He that is the author of converting Grace, must be the giver also of establishing; we stand not by our own Habituals, but by his Auxiliaries and Assistances, etc. And so Here the most High.
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But yet the strength of the work it lies not so much in them as in Him. That He which is higher then the highest regards it as there be higher then They.
But yet the strength of the work it lies not so much in them as in Him. That He which is higher then the highest regards it as there be higher then They.
He had said in the words before, That this and that man, that is, (as I have already explained it) this variety of eminent persons was born in Sion; now from hence some might be ready to conclude, that then certainly it should be sure to stand; if it hath such excellent Supporters, as those famous Men which were born in it, then there's no fear that it should ever decay. They'l take care to keep it up themselves. Oh but saies the Spirit of God, That's not that which Sion must trust to.
He had said in the words before, That this and that man, that is, (as I have already explained it) this variety of eminent Persons was born in Sion; now from hence Some might be ready to conclude, that then Certainly it should be sure to stand; if it hath such excellent Supporters, as those famous Men which were born in it, then there's no Fear that it should ever decay. They'll take care to keep it up themselves. O but Says the Spirit of God, That's not that which Sion must trust to.
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No, no, but the Goodnesse, and Power, and Providence of an Almighty God; God will not trust his Church with the Best man alive; No, He will establish it Himself, He will establish it Himself, as a work peculiar to Him.
No, no, but the goodness, and Power, and Providence of an Almighty God; God will not trust his Church with the Best man alive; No, He will establish it Himself, He will establish it Himself, as a work peculiar to Him.
Where men shall neglect to do it, there He will do it Himself by supplying their defects, that He may not be beholding to them; Where men shall undertake to do it, there He will do it Himself, by strengthening their undertakings, that so they may be beholding to Him. So it is still Himself which does it,
Where men shall neglect to do it, there He will do it Himself by supplying their defects, that He may not be beholding to them; Where men shall undertake to do it, there He will do it Himself, by strengthening their undertakings, that so they may be beholding to Him. So it is still Himself which does it,
and upon the point Himself alone. There's none which have Bowels for it like Him; there's none which have Power for it like Him. And therefore it must needs be He:
and upon the point Himself alone. There's none which have Bowels for it like Him; there's none which have Power for it like Him. And Therefore it must needs be He:
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Every one naturally desires the establishment of their own party, and the establishment of their own Countrey, that that may be sure to stand what ever becomes of any thing else, This is the priviledge and advantage now of Sion, i. e. the Church of God.
Every one naturally Desires the establishment of their own party, and the establishment of their own Country, that that may be sure to stand what ever becomes of any thing Else, This is the privilege and advantage now of Sion, i. e. the Church of God.
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As for Men they are mortal, and their establishing is no longer then for their lives (although they may lay a ground and foundation of establishment for future Ages.) But now the Highest Himself is for ever. The ETERNAL God is thy Refuge,
As for Men they Are Mortal, and their establishing is no longer then for their lives (although they may lay a ground and Foundation of establishment for future Ages.) But now the Highest Himself is for ever. The ETERNAL God is thy Refuge,
and underneath are the everlasting Armes, Deut. 33.27. Therefore thou shalt be an eternal excellency, and a Joy of many generations, Esai. 60.15.
and underneath Are the everlasting Arms, Deuteronomy 33.27. Therefore thou shalt be an Eternal excellency, and a Joy of many generations, Isaiah. 60.15.
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This Altissimus; He is out of their reach, and besides can over-reach them. This City which is built upon a rock, it will out-stand all flouds whatsoever.
This Altissimus; He is out of their reach, and beside can overreach them. This city which is built upon a rock, it will outstand all floods whatsoever.
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This is comfortable not only in the behalf of the whole Church, but also of every particular person, and member of it which stands upon the same bottome. Every private Christian is upon the same termes in point of stability, with Sion it self.
This is comfortable not only in the behalf of the Whole Church, but also of every particular person, and member of it which Stands upon the same bottom. Every private Christian is upon the same terms in point of stability, with Sion it self.
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When it is said here, that God will establish Sion, we are to understand it especially of Sion Mystically, rather then of Sion Locally. Particular Churches may fail,
When it is said Here, that God will establish Sion, we Are to understand it especially of Sion Mystically, rather then of Sion Locally. Particular Churches may fail,
There is not the poorest Christian that is, but he is upon surer termes with God then any one visible Church; Gods Covenant is but temporary with a Nation, but it is perpetual with a Person, as being founded in Christ Himself, whom he is rooted into.
There is not the Poorest Christian that is, but he is upon Surer terms with God then any one visible Church; God's Covenant is but temporary with a nation, but it is perpetual with a Person, as being founded in christ Himself, whom he is rooted into.
We see those famous Churches of Asia, which are made mention of in the Revelation, how they are all now come to nothing. And other Churches have no better an hold then they had:
We see those famous Churches of Asia, which Are made mention of in the Revelation, how they Are all now come to nothing. And other Churches have no better an hold then they had:
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Indeed it should be All our Cares and endevours, that God would establish not only that, but this; not only Sion in general, but also our Sion in particular;
Indeed it should be All our Cares and endeavours, that God would establish not only that, but this; not only Sion in general, but also our Sion in particular;
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And we which make mention of the Lord, or are the Lords Remembrancers, we should not keep silence till he has establisht and made our Jerusalem even a praise in all the Earth.
And we which make mention of the Lord, or Are the lords Remembrancers, we should not keep silence till he has established and made our Jerusalem even a praise in all the Earth.
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that's but a transient observation, Vox audita perit. But this here, it is by way of Record; The Lord when he writes up the people, &c. Litera scripta manet. This is more abiding and permanent. And here again two things more.
that's but a Transient observation, Vox audita perit. But this Here, it is by Way of Record; The Lord when he writes up the people, etc. Letter Scripta manet. This is more abiding and permanent. And Here again two things more.
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From a shepherd taking account of his sheep; From a Commander numbring of his Souldiers: From a Magistrate or Chamberlain of a City, registring and inrolling those which are made free of such a City and Corporation.
From a shepherd taking account of his sheep; From a Commander numbering of his Soldiers: From a Magistrate or Chamberlain of a city, registering and enrolling those which Are made free of such a city and Corporation.
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Thus does the Lord do in his Church, in Ezek. 13.9. we read of Kethab Beth Iisrael, The writing of the house of Israel. And Exod. 30.12. of Rosh Bene Iisrael, The sum of the children of Israel. And Numb. 11.26. Of Eldad and Medad, that they were NONLATINALPHABET among them that were written. In Mal. 3.17.
Thus does the Lord do in his Church, in Ezekiel 13.9. we read of Kethab Beth Israel, The writing of the house of Israel. And Exod 30.12. of Rosh Bene Israel, The sum of the children of Israel. And Numb. 11.26. Of Eldad and Medad, that they were among them that were written. In Malachi 3.17.
First, The book of Election and Predestination, which is calld in Scripture language, The Book of Life, NONLATINALPHABET. Phil. 4.3. whose names are in the Book of Life; that is, the Heavenly Roul. Luk. 10.22.
First, The book of Election and Predestination, which is called in Scripture language, The Book of Life,. Philip 4.3. whose names Are in the Book of Life; that is, the Heavenly Roul. Luk. 10.22.
Rejoyce in this; because your names are written in Heaven. Secondly, The Book of Scriptures, wherein there are the Records of all the famous and eminent Saints both of the Old and New Testament,
Rejoice in this; Because your names Are written in Heaven. Secondly, The Book of Scriptures, wherein there Are the Records of all the famous and eminent Saints both of the Old and New Testament,
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When as rather then Israel should be utterly destroyed, he makes this Petition to God: Blot me (I pray thee) out of thy Book which thou hast written: i. e.
When as rather then Israel should be utterly destroyed, he makes this Petition to God: Blot me (I pray thee) out of thy Book which thou hast written: i. e.
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Not out of the Book of Election, as it is commonly and ordinarily taken; but out of the Book of Providence. According to that also in Esai. 4.3. Every one that is written amongst the living in Jerusalem:
Not out of the Book of Election, as it is commonly and ordinarily taken; but out of the Book of Providence. According to that also in Isaiah. 4.3. Every one that is written among the living in Jerusalem:
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or appointed and designed to life and preservation: NONLATINALPHABET Take it which way you will. There is a Register and record which is made, God writes up the people;
or appointed and designed to life and preservation: Take it which weigh you will. There is a Register and record which is made, God writes up the people;
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The second is that which is Exprest. And that is this: That when God does write up the people, He shall count in this with it, That this man was born there.
The second is that which is Expressed. And that is this: That when God does write up the people, He shall count in this with it, That this man was born there.
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God takes a special notice of such and such particular persons, which were born in such and such places; and how they are qualified. He does not only Censum agere, make a Taxation of the people (which I noted before) but he does also Censuram agere, set his mark of Remembrance upon them,
God Takes a special notice of such and such particular Persons, which were born in such and such places; and how they Are qualified. He does not only Censum agere, make a Taxation of the people (which I noted before) but he does also Censuram agere, Set his mark of Remembrance upon them,
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He takes notice not only of persons, but of conditions. Thus and thus Able; Thus and thus Usefull; Thus and thus Serviceable; And he esteems of his Church so much the better,
He Takes notice not only of Persons, but of conditions. Thus and thus Able; Thus and thus Useful; Thus and thus Serviceable; And he esteems of his Church so much the better,
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Look as some Prince or Magistrate, that has occasion for the supplies of money, he knowes all the rich Men in the City, and for a shift can single them out one by one; there lives such an one worth so many thousands; and there lives another worth as many, and so of the rest.
Look as Some Prince or Magistrate, that has occasion for the supplies of money, he knows all the rich Men in the city, and for a shift can single them out one by one; there lives such an one worth so many thousands; and there lives Another worth as many, and so of the rest.
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and therefore is so much the greater good expected to be done by him. Secondly, There's here also considerable in this Account betwixt God and his people; His Resolution for them;
and Therefore is so much the greater good expected to be done by him. Secondly, There's Here also considerable in this Account betwixt God and his people; His Resolution for them;
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There are distinguishing Mercies and Priviledges, which God reserves for his children and servants, which every one is not partaker of, and that upon this account;
There Are distinguishing mercies and Privileges, which God reserves for his children and Servants, which every one is not partaker of, and that upon this account;
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when I shall make up my Jewels: Mine, not only as to interest, as having relation to me, but mine also as to successe, and as receiving protection from me;
when I shall make up my Jewels: Mine, not only as to Interest, as having Relation to me, but mine also as to success, and as receiving protection from me;
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for those which are born in Sion, at least in the Mystical acception, which are regenerate and born again, above those which are born in any other place besides.
for those which Are born in Sion, At least in the Mystical acception, which Are regenerate and born again, above those which Are born in any other place beside.
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and as he establishes Sion it self; so establishes likewise the memorial of all such as are born in it. The Lord will count when he writes up the people;
and as he establishes Sion it self; so establishes likewise the memorial of all such as Are born in it. The Lord will count when he writes up the people;
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That's the second Branch of this second General; to wit, the Celebration of the priviledge, on Gods part, by way of Record; and so I have done with the whole Text it self.
That's the second Branch of this second General; to wit, the Celebration of the privilege, on God's part, by Way of Record; and so I have done with the Whole Text it self.
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and such as it is more then every one is able to reach, so perhaps more then every one is bound to perform. I will not therefore presume to promise so much for my self. But this I will be bold to say in his words in another place in the following chapt.
and such as it is more then every one is able to reach, so perhaps more then every one is bound to perform. I will not Therefore presume to promise so much for my self. But this I will be bold to say in his words in Another place in the following Chapter.
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But you have taken this off from me at this present time (as I may say) by the contrary extreme, in your call and invitation to this work, especially having so much better choice, as you elsewhere had amongst so many of my Reverend Brethren. But then hereby as you have put me in hope of doing some good amongst you,
But you have taken this off from me At this present time (as I may say) by the contrary extreme, in your call and invitation to this work, especially having so much better choice, as you elsewhere had among so many of my Reverend Brothers. But then hereby as you have put me in hope of doing Some good among you,
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First, As to the Priviledge; that ye be carefull to look to this, and to see that you are interested in it, that is, born in Sion according to the sense now explain'd.
First, As to the Privilege; that you be careful to look to this, and to see that you Are interested in it, that is, born in Sion according to the sense now explained.
Not only Professors and Protestants at large; but regenerate and true Beleevers, who have the seed of God remaining in you, and are made partakers of his sanctifying Spirit.
Not only Professors and Protestants At large; but regenerate and true Believers, who have the seed of God remaining in you, and Are made partakers of his sanctifying Spirit.
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To be sure that we be reall Christians, NONLATINALPHABET, Israelites indeed, Joh. 1.47. And NONLATINALPHABET, Disciples indeed, Joh. 8.31. That we be not spiritual Bastards, but legitimate Children; That we be not spiritual Monsters, but intire and perfect Men; which have all the parts and dimensions of the children of Zion in us.
To be sure that we be real Christians,, Israelites indeed, John 1.47. And, Disciples indeed, John 8.31. That we be not spiritual Bastards, but legitimate Children; That we be not spiritual Monsters, but entire and perfect Men; which have all the parts and dimensions of the children of Zion in us.
There are many which go far in profession and an outward form of godlinesse, which they have got and scraped up to themselves from education, and custome, and imployment, who yet deny the power of it;
There Are many which go Far in profession and an outward from of godliness, which they have god and scraped up to themselves from education, and custom, and employment, who yet deny the power of it;
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who because they live fairly, and civilly, and plausibly, as to the view of the world, are therefore too good, as one would think, to go to Hell: and yet (beleeve it) not good enough to go to a better place.
who Because they live fairly, and civilly, and plausibly, as to the view of the world, Are Therefore too good, as one would think, to go to Hell: and yet (believe it) not good enough to go to a better place.
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And doting or sick about questions, NONLATINALPHABET, as it is in the Text, 1 Tim. 6.4. This is that which is observable in very many, yea for some, it is all which is in them.
And doting or sick about questions,, as it is in the Text, 1 Tim. 6.4. This is that which is observable in very many, yea for Some, it is all which is in them.
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There are a great many of people in the world, that the first newes we hear of them in Religion, is either in an Error, or in a Notion. Either in some corrupt and Heterodox opinion, orelse in some empty and airy speculation. Those which never lookt after any goodnesse all their life time, they think they are then forsooth become very eminent in it,
There Are a great many of people in the world, that the First news we hear of them in Religion, is either in an Error, or in a Notion. Either in Some corrupt and Heterodox opinion, orelse in Some empty and airy speculation. Those which never looked After any Goodness all their life time, they think they Are then forsooth become very eminent in it,
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Thirdly, We should be spiritual Christians, i. e. Christians raised to an higher and more excellent frame and temper in Religion. Gal. 6.1. Ye which are spiritual. There's an emphasis laid upon that; it was that which Paul wanted in his Corinthians, 1 Cor. 3.1.
Thirdly, We should be spiritual Christians, i. e. Christians raised to an higher and more excellent frame and temper in Religion. Gal. 6.1. the which Are spiritual. There's an emphasis laid upon that; it was that which Paul wanted in his Corinthians, 1 Cor. 3.1.
I could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in CHRIST. Where carnal is not to be taken privativè, for such as were absolutely unregenerate, and in the state of Nature; as Jude vers. 19. Sensual, not having the spirit (for such these Corinthians were not) but gradualiter: for such as were in a lower way of Religion,
I could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in CHRIST. Where carnal is not to be taken privativè, for such as were absolutely unregenerate, and in the state of Nature; as U^de vers. 19. Sensual, not having the Spirit (for such these Corinthians were not) but gradualiter: for such as were in a lower Way of Religion,
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as the words afterwards signifie, Babes in Christ, and walking according to Man. It was not a carnality of condition, but of conversation: An un-spiritual Christian is next to one that is absolutely carnal; and by affinity has his name put upon him:
as the words afterwards signify, Babes in christ, and walking according to Man. It was not a carnality of condition, but of Conversation: an un-spiritual Christian is next to one that is absolutely carnal; and by affinity has his name put upon him:
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in the assurance of favour and acceptance in the Bloud of Christ; The witnesse and seal of the Spirit; the Hints of Providence; the Answer of Prayers; the hidden Manna; the white Stone; the New Name, as it is cal'd Rev. 2.17. Such things as these there are in Religion, and that altogether different from fancy, and conceit, and imagination; such things as have an undoubted certainty and reality in them:
in the assurance of favour and acceptance in the Blood of christ; The witness and seal of the Spirit; the Hints of Providence; the Answer of Prayers; the hidden Manna; the white Stone; the New Name, as it is called Rev. 2.17. Such things as these there Are in Religion, and that altogether different from fancy, and conceit, and imagination; such things as have an undoubted certainty and reality in them:
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Apollos was an Eloquent man (and questionlesse a good man too) and mighty in the Scriptures; But yet Aquila and Priscilla exercis'd and experienc'd Christians took him unto them,
Apollos was an Eloquent man (and questionless a good man too) and mighty in the Scriptures; But yet Aquila and Priscilla exercised and experienced Christians took him unto them,
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and expounded to him, the way of God more perfectly. Act. 18.26. NONLATINALPHABET. They did not expound unto him the way of God simply. He was instructed in that already, as it is said in the verse before:
and expounded to him, the Way of God more perfectly. Act. 18.26.. They did not expound unto him the Way of God simply. He was instructed in that already, as it is said in the verse before:
but they revealed to him some practical secrets, and Mysteries belonging to this way, as to the Doctrine of Christ, which as yet he was not acquainted withall;
but they revealed to him Some practical secrets, and Mysteres belonging to this Way, as to the Doctrine of christ, which as yet he was not acquainted withal;
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There are the Criticisms in Christianity, besides the plain Rules; and as there are the Depths of Satan, so likewise the Mysteries of Christ; and these learned by accurate Christians.
There Are the Criticisms in Christianity, beside the plain Rules; and as there Are the Depths of Satan, so likewise the Mysteres of christ; and these learned by accurate Christians.
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For the furthering of this in us, it will concern us so much the more to study the Truths of Christ which begin very much now a daies to disrelish in the world.
For the furthering of this in us, it will concern us so much the more to study the Truths of christ which begin very much now a days to disrelish in the world.
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Gods children through Faith in Him. This is the great comfort of Beleevers: That to us a Childe is Born, to us a Son is Given, Esai. 9.6. That this man was born there;
God's children through Faith in Him. This is the great Comfort of Believers: That to us a Child is Born, to us a Son is Given, Isaiah. 9.6. That this man was born there;
to speak in the words of the Text. If it were not for, this we were all but in a sad condition. There are many which talk of Gods Philanthropy and good Nature, and love to mankinde;
to speak in the words of the Text. If it were not for, this we were all but in a sad condition. There Are many which talk of God's Philanthropy and good Nature, and love to mankind;
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yea, that was in the giving of Christ at first; but now after that He is once given, there's no love to us out of Him, which we can rest or secure our selves in:
yea, that was in the giving of christ At First; but now After that He is once given, there's no love to us out of Him, which we can rest or secure our selves in:
Let us bring our children to it, and count it a great priviledge, that they may be made partakers of it, from whence they have a right and interest in all the prayers which are at any time made for the Church of God, as themselves belonging unto it.
Let us bring our children to it, and count it a great privilege, that they may be made partakers of it, from whence they have a right and Interest in all the Prayers which Are At any time made for the Church of God, as themselves belonging unto it.
Beloved, We must know that God observes what respect we give to his Ordinance, and what we do not: He keeps a Register of Christenings, as well as of Births; not only of who are Born here,
beloved, We must know that God observes what respect we give to his Ordinance, and what we do not: He keeps a Register of Christenings, as well as of Births; not only of who Are Born Here,
but who are Baptized. Yea, and in what fashion and manner too, and with what regard to his own Institution. Slubber'd and slighted Baptism is little better then none at all; and in some respects worse. God abhors it,
but who Are Baptised. Yea, and in what fashion and manner too, and with what regard to his own Institution. Slubbered and slighted Baptism is little better then none At all; and in Some respects Worse. God abhors it,
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Now is not the one as great as the other in its own nature? Do they not come from the same Author? Do they not refer to the same end? Do they not seal the same Covenant, and Graces,
Now is not the one as great as the other in its own nature? Do they not come from the same Author? Do they not refer to the same end? Do they not seal the same Covenant, and Graces,
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As the form is in Naturals, so is the end likewise in Morals, which does essentiate and specificate the Action; now therefore we must have a care of this, that it be right in us;
As the from is in Naturals, so is the end likewise in Morals, which does essentiate and specificate the Actium; now Therefore we must have a care of this, that it be right in us;
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An Humor here in the City will go further with us many times, then a better principle; and we'l do that upon fancy which we'l hardly do upon duty, or a more rational consideration.
an Humour Here in the city will go further with us many times, then a better principle; and we'll do that upon fancy which we'll hardly do upon duty, or a more rational consideration.
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That we carry on the whole Businesse with prudence, and discretion, and meeknesse, and Christian affection. Take heed we make not that to be a Matter of division which is a Project of union. It is that which our corrupt Natures and Satans malice joyning with them exposes us to;
That we carry on the Whole Business with prudence, and discretion, and meekness, and Christian affection. Take heed we make not that to be a Matter of division which is a Project of Union. It is that which our corrupt Nature's and Satan malice joining with them exposes us to;
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It was intended for a feast of love in its first Institution. And yet what has caus'd more division and breaches of love then that has done as to the managing of it? A very Meribah, and Apple of contention;
It was intended for a feast of love in its First Institution. And yet what has caused more division and Breaches of love then that has done as to the managing of it? A very Meribah, and Apple of contention;
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For the Devil is not only contented to disappoint us of our principal End, unlesse he withall carry us to an end quite different from it, yea, opposite and contrary to it.
For the devil is not only contented to disappoint us of our principal End, unless he withal carry us to an end quite different from it, yea, opposite and contrary to it.
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Secondly, As for the Thing it self; we should be careful to expresse the forenamed Affections in some sutable matter; There are two great Concernments in the world, Godlinesse, and Righteousnesse;
Secondly, As for the Thing it self; we should be careful to express the forenamed Affections in Some suitable matter; There Are two great Concernments in the world, Godliness, and Righteousness;
ye cannot want occasions; nay ye have crowds and throngs of them, only I beseech you take heed, that one does not crowd out another; that whiles ye are uncertain what to do, ye do at last nothing at all; which is commonly the end of such uncertainties as these are.
you cannot want occasions; nay you have crowds and throngs of them, only I beseech you take heed, that one does not crowd out Another; that while you Are uncertain what to do, you do At last nothing At all; which is commonly the end of such uncertainties as these Are.
As for the persons intrusted, ye shall not need to doubt of them, being men of so much faithfulnesse and integrity, and known sufficiency in all particulars,
As for the Persons Entrusted, you shall not need to doubt of them, being men of so much faithfulness and integrity, and known sufficiency in all particulars,
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as the Town-clerk said at Ephesus, Act. 19.40. It will not only be unacceptable to God, but un-accountable to Men, and we shall suffer in our reputations for it.
as the Town-clerk said At Ephesus, Act. 19.40. It will not only be unacceptable to God, but unaccountable to Men, and we shall suffer in our reputations for it.
As for those of other Countreys which are forain and more remote, there may be somewhat said for the Natives of them, to meet one with another, upon some other considerations, which cannot be said for you; But for Londoners to meet in London! except you have very good Ends and aimes for it indeed (as I hope you have ) and do some special good in your meeting (as I desire you may ) it will not only be fruitlesse, but ridiculous, and carry a great deal of scorn and ignominy with it. Besides;
As for those of other Countries' which Are foreign and more remote, there may be somewhat said for the Natives of them, to meet one with Another, upon Some other considerations, which cannot be said for you; But for Londoners to meet in London! except you have very good Ends and aims for it indeed (as I hope you have) and do Some special good in your meeting (as I desire you may) it will not only be fruitless, but ridiculous, and carry a great deal of scorn and ignominy with it. Beside;
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that it is the first of all in this kinde: This place in which we now are (as old as it is) I beleeve never held such an Assembly as this is, upon this occasion; which should be the more effectual with us to improve it to the better purpose.
that it is the First of all in this kind: This place in which we now Are (as old as it is) I believe never held such an Assembly as this is, upon this occasion; which should be the more effectual with us to improve it to the better purpose.
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The first in every kinde is the perfectest and a pattern to all the rest. Thus should this of your meeting be as near as ye can make it, that so others that follow you may take aim and example from you;
The First in every kind is the perfectest and a pattern to all the rest. Thus should this of your meeting be as near as you can make it, that so Others that follow you may take aim and Exampl from you;
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so of LONDON it shall be said, THIS and THAT Man was born in Her, and the HIGHEST HIMSELF shall establish her: The LORD shall count when he writes up the people;
so of LONDON it shall be said, THIS and THAT Man was born in Her, and the HIGHEST HIMSELF shall establish her: The LORD shall count when he writes up the people;
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