Christ's commission-officer: or, The preachers patent cleared, and the peoples plea considered. In a sermon preached before (and now presented to) the associated ministers of Christ, in the county of Sommerset, at the late solemn ordination at Sommerton in said county, June, 9. 1658. By John Norman ...
The things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou, &c. Four things wust be here briefly enquired into. 1. The matters or things which are to bee committed. 2. The manner how? 3. The man by whom. 4. The men to whom these things are to bee committed.
The things that thou hast herd of me among many Witnesses, the same commit thou, etc. Four things wust be Here briefly inquired into. 1. The matters or things which Are to be committed. 2. The manner how? 3. The man by whom. 4. The men to whom these things Are to be committed.
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or more particularly those at his own ordination, when hee was put into the Ministry by Paul, together with the Presbytery, be the chief or only things in our Apostles eye, it is not expressed:
or more particularly those At his own ordination, when he was put into the Ministry by Paul, together with the Presbytery, be the chief or only things in our Apostles eye, it is not expressed:
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A point of easie observation, and eminent use, which could not probably be omitted at the Apostles Ordination of Timothy, that hath obtained well-nigh an universall concurrence, at every Ordination since.
A point of easy observation, and eminent use, which could not probably be omitted At the Apostles Ordination of Timothy, that hath obtained well-nigh an universal concurrence, At every Ordination since.
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trusting these things with them as Officers, who are to teach others, and must therefore be a depository and treasure-house of divine truths for others.
trusting these things with them as Officers, who Are to teach Others, and must Therefore be a depository and treasure-house of divine truths for Others.
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This latter sense, which eminently taketh in the committing of the Office to teach, is that which to me seems, most especially in our Apostles design and purpose, for these two reasons.
This latter sense, which eminently Takes in the committing of the Office to teach, is that which to me seems, most especially in our Apostles Design and purpose, for these two Reasons.
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which Gillespy in his Miscellany Questions, Collins in his Vindiciae, and the London Ministers in their Jus Divinum Ministerii Evangelici, do very well observe.
which Gillespie in his Miscellany Questions, Collins in his Vindiciae, and the London Ministers in their Jus Divinum Ministerii Evangelici, do very well observe.
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nor needs it that there be such choyce of men: this being every ma• and womans duty, Heb 5.12. Nor ca• any thing be justly impleaded, from the Apostles use of the future tense, [ who shall b• able to teach others also ] for though tha• they shal be able to teachothers, be necessari• antecedent to the commitment of the Office• sensu physico, i. e. that they shal have abi• lities to teach:
nor needs it that there be such choice of men: this being every ma• and woman's duty, Hebrew 5.12. Nor ca• any thing be justly impleaded, from the Apostles use of the future tense, [ who shall b• able to teach Others also ] for though tha• they shall be able to teachothers, be necessari• antecedent to the commitment of the Office• sensu Physico, i. e. that they shall have abi• lities to teach:
And thus our text aptly corresponds to that of the same Apostle, Rom. 10. vers. 15. How shall they preach except they be sent? i. e. how shall they preach warrantably? Abilities they must have before sending,
And thus our text aptly corresponds to that of the same Apostle, Rom. 10. vers. 15. How shall they preach except they be sent? i. e. how shall they preach warrantably? Abilities they must have before sending,
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And those are no less than were Paul & Barnabas, Act. 14.23. The Twelve are associates in it, Acts 6.2, 3, 6. and it is the joint act of how many teachers and Prophets? Act. 13.1, 2, 3. The seat and subject of this power, is not a Presbyter;
And those Are no less than were Paul & Barnabas, Act. 14.23. The Twelve Are associates in it, Acts 6.2, 3, 6. and it is the joint act of how many Teachers and prophets? Act. 13.1, 2, 3. The seat and Subject of this power, is not a Presbyter;
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And who can think, that Paul's appointments, and Paul's actions should so little accord, or so much interfere? that Paul should order either Titus there,
And who can think, that Paul's appointments, and Paul's actions should so little accord, or so much interfere? that Paul should order either Titus there,
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or Timothy here, to do that singly by himself, which Paul an Apostle never did (if I may not say, never durst) but in society? It is granted, that this command did concern Timothy eminently, and signally above others;
or Timothy Here, to do that singly by himself, which Paul an Apostle never did (if I may not say, never durst) but in society? It is granted, that this command did concern Timothy eminently, and signally above Others;
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as one that had an eminent and speciall trust, about the ordering of this and all other Church affairs being by office an Evangelist. 2 Tim. 4.5. Fourthly. Yet once more;
as one that had an eminent and special trust, about the ordering of this and all other Church affairs being by office an Evangelist. 2 Tim. 4.5. Fourthly. Yet once more;
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But then 2. That there may be such in the Church who are from Christ to teach authoritatively, they must have the Office committed to them by some Timothy. Yet 3. Timothy may not give Commission to this Office,
But then 2. That there may be such in the Church who Are from christ to teach authoritatively, they must have the Office committed to them by Some Timothy. Yet 3. Timothy may not give Commission to this Office,
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yet though they are able to teach others, they may not acceptably teach others in the sense mentioned, (unlesse for proof of those abilities) untill Timothy hath from God committed to them authority likewise.
yet though they Are able to teach Others, they may not acceptably teach Others in the sense mentioned, (unless for proof of those abilities) until Timothy hath from God committed to them Authority likewise.
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Give me leave to open and offer to you, these five things, and thereto lend me I beseech you, your most strict and serious attention. 1. There must bee some in the Church who are by Office from Christ authoritatively to teach others. 2. They must be qualified for this Office. 3. They must have this Office cōmitted to them. 4. How it must be cōmitted.
Give me leave to open and offer to you, these five things, and thereto lend me I beseech you, your most strict and serious attention. 1. There must be Some in the Church who Are by Office from christ authoritatively to teach Others. 2. They must be qualified for this Office. 3. They must have this Office committed to them. 4. How it must be committed.
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as the Apostles intimate Act. 6.2. What lesse than this? [ that it is an Office ] doth Paul assert of his own Ministry? Rom. 11.13. or assure the Saints of ours? when he tells them, Rom. 12.4. That as we have many members in one body naturall, and all members have not the same Office; so 'tis in the body mysticall too, ver. 5.6. wherein Deacons, Pastors, Teachers, and Rulers be in distinct Office, as the 7. and 8. verses import.
as the Apostles intimate Act. 6.2. What less than this? [ that it is an Office ] does Paul assert of his own Ministry? Rom. 11.13. or assure the Saints of ours? when he tells them, Rom. 12.4. That as we have many members in one body natural, and all members have not the same Office; so it's in the body mystical too, ver. 5.6. wherein Deacons, Pastors, Teachers, and Rulers be in distinct Office, as the 7. and 8. Verses import.
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Need I mention the practice under the Law, the Prophecies then touching the Gospel, or the precedents left us in the times of the Gospel? He that runs may read, a constant discretion between the Priests and people then, between Pastor and people now, between the members of the Church,
Need I mention the practice under the Law, the Prophecies then touching the Gospel, or the precedents left us in the times of the Gospel? He that runs may read, a constant discretion between the Priests and people then, between Pastor and people now, between the members of the Church,
Ministers of the Church are to be overseers, members of the Church to be overseen, Acts 20.28. These are set under, those said to be over them in the Lord, 1 Thes. 5.12.
Ministers of the Church Are to be Overseers, members of the Church to be overseen, Acts 20.28. These Are Set under, those said to be over them in the Lord, 1 Thebes 5.12.
as if we were Lords over the Church; 1 Pet. 5.3. That is interdicted: Mar. 10.42. but Ministertall, as over the Church in the Lord; 1 Thes. 5.12. this is incouraged. Heb. 13.17. Far!
as if we were lords over the Church; 1 Pet. 5.3. That is interdicted: Mar. 10.42. but Ministertall, as over the Church in the Lord; 1 Thebes 5.12. this is encouraged. Hebrew 13.17. far!
for the good of the faithfull. 1 Cor. 9.17. The authority which the Lord hath given us, is for your edification, and not for your destruction, 2 Cor. 10.8.
for the good of the faithful. 1 Cor. 9.17. The Authority which the Lord hath given us, is for your edification, and not for your destruction, 2 Cor. 10.8.
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that we are to teach, and exhort, and rebuke, not only with authority, but with all authority, Tit. 2.15. and there is not that holy Minister, but may speak wi•h holy Micah, according to his measure:
that we Are to teach, and exhort, and rebuke, not only with Authority, but with all Authority, Tit. 2.15. and there is not that holy Minister, but may speak wi•h holy micah, according to his measure:
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and of might to declare unto Jacob his transgression, & unto Israel his sin Mic. 3.8. True it is, that all Churchmembers ought to be teachers of others. Heb. 5.12. But this private and charitative:
and of might to declare unto Jacob his Transgression, & unto Israel his since Mic. 3.8. True it is, that all Church members ought to be Teachers of Others. Hebrew 5.12. But this private and charitative:
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Christ hath therefore over and above, appointed in his Church such teaing likewise, as may be publick and authoritative. i.e. that there be such teachers, who are by power and authority derived from him to them, publickly to open and apply the Scriptures,
christ hath Therefore over and above, appointed in his Church such teaing likewise, as may be public and authoritative. i.e. that there be such Teachers, who Are by power and Authority derived from him to them, publicly to open and apply the Scriptures,
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though it be in a private house. Act. 5.42. or but to one particular person; Act. 8.35. it being not simply an act of ' charity in them, but an act of authority, which it cannot be said to be in others.
though it be in a private house. Act. 5.42. or but to one particular person; Act. 8.35. it being not simply an act of ' charity in them, but an act of Authority, which it cannot be said to be in Others.
Charitative teaching which should be every mans work, too soon becometh no mans work. And therefore, Christ hath ordained, that there be peculiar officers for authoritative teaching, who are to give themselvs wholly to it, 1 Tim. 4.15. and must not only be able to teach, as the Text speaks;
Charitative teaching which should be every men work, too soon Becometh no men work. And Therefore, christ hath ordained, that there be peculiar Officers for authoritative teaching, who Are to give themselves wholly to it, 1 Tim. 4.15. and must not only be able to teach, as the Text speaks;
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And unto these teachers, all people are bound to attend, as those that teach not only by ability, but by authority derived from Jesus Christ. Luke 12.16.
And unto these Teachers, all people Are bound to attend, as those that teach not only by ability, but by Authority derived from jesus christ. Luke 12.16.
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and that this office was of no longer continuance, than the first age or century of the Church? Oh! Where are your considerations of the everlasting Kingdome of Christ? of the Churches perpetual existencies? and of her continued pressing exigencies? or of our dearest Christs ends by,
and that this office was of no longer Continuance, than the First age or century of the Church? Oh! Where Are your considerations of the everlasting Kingdom of christ? of the Churches perpetual Existencies? and of her continued pressing exigencies? or of our dearest Christ ends by,
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and engagements to the Ministry? Did a Kingdom ever stand without Officers? Did the Church ever subsist without a Ministry and Ordinances? Or hath Christ said that she ever should, on this side glory? Nay hath he not rather told us, that the word of the Lord endureth for ever? and that this is the word, which by the Gospell is preached to you? 1 Pet. 1.24.25.
and engagements to the Ministry? Did a Kingdom ever stand without Officers? Did the Church ever subsist without a Ministry and Ordinances? Or hath christ said that she ever should, on this side glory? Nay hath he not rather told us, that the word of the Lord Endureth for ever? and that this is the word, which by the Gospel is preached to you? 1 Pet. 1.24.25.
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Beloved, did not Christ assure his Christian Churches by prophecy under the Old Testament, of giving them teachers by office, without limiting it to this,
beloved, did not christ assure his Christian Churches by prophecy under the Old Testament, of giving them Teachers by office, without limiting it to this,
Or Jer. 23.3.4. &c. or Isa. 66.20, 21. Besides, When Christ had actually sent forth first the Twelve, Mat. 10.1. and after that the Seventy, Luk. 10.1. and again enlarged their Commission, Mat. 28.19. doth not he ascertain his presence with them, e're he parted from the earth, alway, to the end of the world, ver.
Or Jer. 23.3.4. etc. or Isaiah 66.20, 21. Beside, When christ had actually sent forth First the Twelve, Mathew 10.1. and After that the Seventy, Luk. 10.1. and again enlarged their Commission, Mathew 28.19. does not he ascertain his presence with them, ever he parted from the earth, always, to the end of the world, ver.
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For the Disciples, where are they and the Apostles? do they live for ever? Again, being ascended up on high, did not our Lord Christ give gifts unto men? and thus, not only some Apostles,
For the Disciples, where Are they and the Apostles? do they live for ever? Again, being ascended up on high, did not our Lord christ give Gifts unto men? and thus, not only Some Apostles,
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unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ, Eph. 4 8, 11, 12, 13. Shall I add to all this? how Christ hath particularly directed,
unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ, Ephesians 4 8, 11, 12, 13. Shall I add to all this? how christ hath particularly directed,
for the investiture of fit and faithfull men with this Office, in his severall Churches, in these two Epistles to Timothy, and in the next to Titus; and how hee will have these Commandments, inviolably and impartially kept until his appearing, 1 Tim. 5.21, 22. chap 6.14. Readers, if you can believe, that there is no more need of labourers for husbandry, [ 1 Cor. 3.9. ] or of seedsmen, or reapers for harvest, [ 2 Cor. 9.11. Luk. 10.2. ] or of builders for houses, [ 1 Cor. 3.9, 10. ] " or of some to plant and water for gardens and orchards; [ 1 Cor. 3.6. ] then, and not till then, may you believe that the Church shall have no more need of Ministers by office:
for the investiture of fit and faithful men with this Office, in his several Churches, in these two Epistles to Timothy, and in the next to Titus; and how he will have these commandments, inviolably and impartially kept until his appearing, 1 Tim. 5.21, 22. chap 6.14. Readers, if you can believe, that there is no more need of labourers for Husbandry, [ 1 Cor. 3.9. ] or of seedsmen, or reapers for harvest, [ 2 Cor. 9.11. Luk. 10.2. ] or of Builders for houses, [ 1 Cor. 3.9, 10. ] " or of Some to plant and water for gardens and orchards; [ 1 Cor. 3.6. ] then, and not till then, may you believe that the Church shall have no more need of Ministers by office:
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Sure I am, if Church-members may be still called the Sons and Daughters of God, 2 Cor. 6.16. Such Ministers may be likewise called the Spirituall Fathers, that beget them, 1 Cor. 4.15. the spirituall nurses that feed and nourish them, 1 Thes. 2.7. 1 Cor. 3.2. and are the stewards, that when grown up, are to give them their portion of meat in due season, Luk. 12.42. In a word, if men had need still to be believers, they have still need of Ministers, by whom ye believed, 1 Cor. 3 6. and if ye are still Pilgrims and strangers, 1 Pet 2.11. how ye can want such Officers as are called guides, Heb. 13.7. and the light of the Word, Mat 5.14. I must profess, I see not;
Sure I am, if Church members may be still called the Sons and Daughters of God, 2 Cor. 6.16. Such Ministers may be likewise called the Spiritual Father's, that beget them, 1 Cor. 4.15. the spiritual Nurse's that feed and nourish them, 1 Thebes 2.7. 1 Cor. 3.2. and Are the Stewards, that when grown up, Are to give them their portion of meat in due season, Luk. 12.42. In a word, if men had need still to be believers, they have still need of Ministers, by whom you believed, 1 Cor. 3 6. and if you Are still Pilgrim's and Strangers, 1 Pet 2.11. how you can want such Officers as Are called guides, Hebrew 13.7. and the Light of the Word, Mathew 5.14. I must profess, I see not;
This is a true saying indeed, if a man desire the Office of a Bishop; (which term in Scripture phrase, bespeaketh no more then a Presbyter or Minister many of our English Bishops i. e. Prelates themselves being judges he desireth a good work, 1 Tim. 3. ver. 1. But must not this bee acknowledged a true saying likewise, that who and what the man is that desireth it;
This is a true saying indeed, if a man desire the Office of a Bishop; (which term in Scripture phrase, bespeaketh no more then a Presbyter or Minister many of our English Bishops i. e. Prelates themselves being judges he Desires a good work, 1 Tim. 3. ver. 1. But must not this be acknowledged a true saying likewise, that who and what the man is that Desires it;
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and whereof Titus is re-minded likewise, by the same Apostle, when he appoints him to ordain Elders in every City, at least of Creet, Tit. 1.5. ad 13. Or what means else that notable and no less dreadfull charge? 1 Tim. 5. ver. 21.22. I charge thee before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Elect Angels, that thou observe these things, without preferring one before another, doing nothing by partiality.
and whereof Titus is Reminded likewise, by the same Apostle, when he appoints him to ordain Elders in every city, At least of Treat, Tit. 1.5. and 13. Or what means Else that notable and no less dreadful charge? 1 Tim. 5. ver. 21.22. I charge thee before God, and the Lord jesus christ, and the Elect Angels, that thou observe these things, without preferring one before Another, doing nothing by partiality.
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& other mens souls, which any thing below the blood of him that was God, is too smal to purchase? Come sirs, who is the faithful and wise steward? him shall the Lord make ruler over his houshold, Luk. 12.42.
& other men's Souls, which any thing below the blood of him that was God, is too small to purchase? Come Sirs, who is the faithful and wise steward? him shall the Lord make ruler over his household, Luk. 12.42.
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shall we make them rulers, who will manifestly ruine more than rule the houshold of Faith? Can wee keep our selves pure, and yet be careless of conferring such a power, such an honour, as the Ministry is? it hath a power to bind to, & loos from hell;
shall we make them Rulers, who will manifestly ruin more than Rule the household of Faith? Can we keep our selves pure, and yet be careless of conferring such a power, such an honour, as the Ministry is? it hath a power to bind to, & loos from hell;
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A power to open and shut heaven, Mat. 16.19. and an honour abstractly so called, Heb. 5.4. that doth not onely speak us to be Embassadours for Christ, 2 Cor. 5.20.
A power to open and shut heaven, Mathew 16.19. and an honour abstractly so called, Hebrew 5.4. that does not only speak us to be ambassadors for christ, 2 Cor. 5.20.
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how few in regard of acceptation? But what though we cannot find men equall to the Office, shal we forget, that men should bee able for the Office? Surely, the bold precipitancies of men uncalled upon this Office,
how few in regard of acceptation? But what though we cannot find men equal to the Office, shall we forget, that men should be able for the Office? Surely, the bold precipitancies of men uncalled upon this Office,
True, they do it wickedly; but how shall they do it warrantably? How shal they preach except they be sent? i.e. with the approbation of God's Law; they may easily adventure upon it from their own lust, How shall they preach either with success and countenance from him? or without sinfull and sawcy presumption in them? How dareth he perform the Heralds Office, to proclaim war and peace in the conscience, who was never put into the Office,
True, they do it wickedly; but how shall they do it warrantably? How shall they preach except they be sent? i.e. with the approbation of God's Law; they may Easily adventure upon it from their own lust, How shall they preach either with success and countenance from him? or without sinful and saucy presumption in them? How dareth he perform the Heralds Office, to proclaim war and peace in the conscience, who was never put into the Office,
that there is as great a necessity of sending, that we bee preachers, as was and is of preachers, that you be hearers? or of hearing, that you bee believers? or of believing,
that there is as great a necessity of sending, that we be Preachers, as was and is of Preachers, that you be hearers? or of hearing, that you be believers? or of believing,
' So that you cannot bear us in hand, with the blasphemous Socinian, that there remains no more a necessity of such sending, since the Apostles ceased:
' So that you cannot bear us in hand, with the blasphemous Socinian, that there remains no more a necessity of such sending, since the Apostles ceased:
For with what faithfulness can this be said, in regard either of hearers, the interrogations all running in so clear and constant a stream? 'Tis as much said,
For with what faithfulness can this be said, in regard either of hearers, the interrogations all running in so clear and constant a stream? It's as much said,
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How shall they hear without a Preacher? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? &c as how shal they preach except they be sent? Or in regard of the holy Apostles? who assure us, that they preached no other things,
How shall they hear without a Preacher? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd? etc. as how shall they preach except they be sent? Or in regard of the holy Apostles? who assure us, that they preached no other things,
And not only, as they passed to and fro, did they ordain Elders in every Church, Act. 14.23. but prescribed a constant course for Ordination likewise, as the Epistles to Timothy, and Titus witnesse.
And not only, as they passed to and from, did they ordain Elders in every Church, Act. 14.23. but prescribed a constant course for Ordination likewise, as the Epistles to Timothy, and Titus witness.
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how shall they preach except they be gifted? but, except they be sent; and that as watchmen and messengers, as the next words import out of the Prophet Isaiah 52.7.8.
how shall they preach except they be gifted? but, except they be sent; and that as watchmen and messengers, as the next words import out of the Prophet Isaiah 52.7.8.
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& distinctly speaks of NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET i. e. of the abilities to preach or prophecy, and authority to preach or prophecy, of mens suitable qualifications for it, and sending forth with commissions for it.
& distinctly speaks of and i. e. of the abilities to preach or prophecy, and Authority to preach or prophecy, of men's suitable qualifications for it, and sending forth with commissions for it.
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that the Scripture never mentions any as sent forth to preach or prophesie, but the same persons were always, either mediately or immediately, appointed of God unto the Office.
that the Scripture never mentions any as sent forth to preach or prophesy, but the same Persons were always, either mediately or immediately, appointed of God unto the Office.
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Witnesse Isai. 1 8, 9. Jer. 1.5, 7. Ezek. 2.4. Mat. 10, 1, 5, 16. Mar. 3, 14. Joh. 1.6 Mat. 11.10, &c. An immediate missiō & appointment to this Office there are no pious men will boast they have;
Witness Isaiah 1 8, 9. Jer. 1.5, 7. Ezekiel 2.4. Mathew 10, 1, 5, 16. Mar. 3, 14. John 1.6 Mathew 11.10, etc. an immediate mission & appointment to this Office there Are no pious men will boast they have;
) Behold as they ministred to the Lord; and fasted, Act. 13.2. the holy Ghost said Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.
) Behold as they ministered to the Lord; and fasted, Act. 13.2. the holy Ghost said Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.
And accordingly, the Prophets and teachers, mentioned ver. 1. When they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands onthem, they sent them away, ver. 3. Observe, Christians.
And accordingly, the prophets and Teachers, mentioned for. 1. When they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands onthem, they sent them away, ver. 3. Observe, Christians.
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neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, and God the Father who raised him from the dead, Gal. 1.1. That he was first immediately designed hereunto by Jesus Christ, as it was declared to Ananias, Act. 9.15.
neither by man, but by jesus christ, and God the Father who raised him from the dead, Gal. 1.1. That he was First immediately designed hereunto by jesus christ, as it was declared to Ananias, Act. 9.15.
though God had eminently called them to the ministry, yet that these Prophets and Teachers do externally commission, or separate them to the Ministry likewise, i• evidently the command of the Holy Ghost ▪ Let me present you next with that precept of God by Paul to Titus, Ch. 1.5. — And ordain Elders in every City, as I had appointed thee.
though God had eminently called them to the Ministry, yet that these prophets and Teachers do externally commission, or separate them to the Ministry likewise, i• evidently the command of the Holy Ghost ▪ Let me present you next with that precept of God by Paul to Titus, Christ 1.5. — And ordain Elders in every city, as I had appointed thee.
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Bishops, or overseeers, who are to hold fast the faithfull word, verse 7, 9. Now thus, there is somewhat supposed in these words, that there should be Elders in every City, where the Churches were established;
Bishops, or Overseers, who Are to hold fast the faithful word, verse 7, 9. Now thus, there is somewhat supposed in these words, that there should be Elders in every city, where the Churches were established;
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and in that notion is the word used, not only by profane Authors frequently, but by the Apostles, Act. 6.3. NONLATINALPHABET, &c. whom we may appoint over this business, as our translators render it:
and in that notion is the word used, not only by profane Authors frequently, but by the Apostles, Act. 6.3., etc. whom we may appoint over this business, as our translators render it:
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if qualifications could have made them Elders, of what need or use was there of such an order from Paul? or of Ordination by Titu• for thus they had been Elders already before and without either;
if qualifications could have made them Elders, of what need or use was there of such an order from Paul? or of Ordination by Titu• for thus they had been Elders already before and without either;
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And if so, how is Titus require• to Ordain such? and why restrained to Ordain such onely? So obvious is i• that beside a competency of ability of their part, there must be NONLATINALPHABET,
And if so, how is Titus require• to Ordain such? and why restrained to Ordain such only? So obvious is i• that beside a competency of ability of their part, there must be,
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He also glorified not himself to be made an high-Priest; but he that said unto him, Thou art my son, to day have I begotten thee, Heb. 5.5. What, did he glorifie himself to be made a Prophet then? Neither.
He also glorified not himself to be made an high-Priest; but he that said unto him, Thou art my son, to day have I begotten thee, Hebrew 5.5. What, did he Glorify himself to be made a Prophet then? Neither.
The Spirit of the Lord God (saith he) is upon mee, and hath anointed mee to preach good tidings, &c. Isa. 61.1. i.e. anointed me not only with abilities, but with authority. Hee was a Prophet of the Lord's raising up, Act. 3.22. If I honour my self (saith hee in his Ministry) my honour is nothing; it is my Father that honoureth me, Joh. 8.54. It was the Father sanctified and sent him into the world, about his Ministeriall concernments, Joh. 10.36. and sealed him his Commission, Joh. 6.27.
The Spirit of the Lord God (Says he) is upon me, and hath anointed me to preach good tidings, etc. Isaiah 61.1. i.e. anointed me not only with abilities, but with Authority. He was a Prophet of the Lord's raising up, Act. 3.22. If I honour my self (Says he in his Ministry) my honour is nothing; it is my Father that Honoureth me, John 8.54. It was the Father sanctified and sent him into the world, about his Ministerial concernments, John 10.36. and sealed him his Commission, John 6.27.
Lo, as they were allowed of God 〈 ◊ 〉 be put in trust with the Gospel, (so they te• us) they spake 1 Thes. 2.4. and according as the glorious Gospel of God wa• committed to them, 1 Tim. 1.11.
Lo, as they were allowed of God 〈 ◊ 〉 be put in trust with the Gospel, (so they te• us) they spoke 1 Thebes 2.4. and according as the glorious Gospel of God wa• committed to them, 1 Tim. 1.11.
but this was it they chose rather to insist upon, that they were (as Paul saith of himself) appointed preachers, 2 Tim. 1.11. True it is, they durst not but manifest his word through preaching, but then it was committed to them according to the commandment of God our Saviour, Tit. 1.3.
but this was it they chosen rather to insist upon, that they were (as Paul Says of himself) appointed Preachers, 2 Tim. 1.11. True it is, they durst not but manifest his word through preaching, but then it was committed to them according to the Commandment of God our Saviour, Tit. 1.3.
And therefore how often have wee them, both in the Prophesies of the Old Testament, and in the Prefaces to most of the Epistles in the New Testament, insisting upon,
And Therefore how often have we them, both in the prophecies of the Old Testament, and in the Prefaces to most of the Epistles in the New Testament, insisting upon,
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and justifying of their callings to bee Prophets and Apostles? Beloved, hear you any of them pleading, that qualifications are a sufficient Commission? or for a freedome of Prophesying by un-officed Prophets? (pardon the in congruence of the expression) or,
and justifying of their callings to be prophets and Apostles? beloved, hear you any of them pleading, that qualifications Are a sufficient Commission? or for a freedom of Prophesying by unofficed prophets? (pardon thee in congruence of the expression) or,
do you not hear and read them, distinctly propounding, and directly proving their Commission, over and above their qualifications? Assuring you, that God did not onely bring them gifts,
do you not hear and read them, distinctly propounding, and directly proving their Commission, over and above their qualifications? Assuring you, that God did not only bring them Gifts,
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but bid them go, Isai. Chap. 6. verse. 9. Amos Chap. 7. verse 15. Jeremiah Chap. 1. verse 7. Ezekiel Chap. 3. verse 1, 4, 11. That God sanctified them for, that GOD sent them forth to,
but bid them go, Isaiah Chap. 6. verse. 9. Amos Chap. 7. verse 15. Jeremiah Chap. 1. verse 7. Ezekielem Chap. 3. verse 1, 4, 11. That God sanctified them for, that GOD sent them forth to,
and God set them in their Ministeriall work and Office, Jeremiah Chap. 1. verse 5.7.10. Ezek. Chap. 2. verse 3.4. &c. Not onely had they dispositions and gifts for communicating the Gospel, but a dispensation of the Gospel was committed to them, 1 Corinth. Chap. 9. ver. 17. Gal. 2.7. O my brethren!
and God Set them in their Ministerial work and Office, Jeremiah Chap. 1. verse 5.7.10. Ezekiel Chap. 2. verse 3.4. etc. Not only had they dispositions and Gifts for communicating the Gospel, but a Dispensation of the Gospel was committed to them, 1 Corinth. Chap. 9. ver. 17. Gal. 2.7. O my brothers!
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are we compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, an• shall wee yet think the commitment 〈 ◊ 〉 the Ministry needlesse or uselesse? ' 〈 ◊ 〉 can wee suffer our selves to bee put o• with so poor a pretext as this? That a• these instances from the Apostles an• Prophets do not arise to the Ord•nation now practised, by the interventio• of men,
Are we compassed about with so great a cloud of Witnesses, an• shall we yet think the commitment 〈 ◊ 〉 the Ministry needless or useless? ' 〈 ◊ 〉 can we suffer our selves to be put o• with so poor a pretext as this? That a• these instances from the Apostles an• prophets do not arise to the Ord•nation now practised, by the interventio• of men,
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For who seeth not, tha• they fully reach to evince the necessity 〈 ◊ 〉 a commissioning to the Office, beside qualifications for the Office of Ministers;
For who sees not, tha• they Fully reach to evince the necessity 〈 ◊ 〉 a commissioning to the Office, beside qualifications for the Office of Ministers;
and a mediate way from God instead thereof, commanded which is written as with a Sun beam, in the Epistles to Timothy and Titus: unless you will break with God,
and a mediate Way from God instead thereof, commanded which is written as with a Sun beam, in the Epistles to Timothy and Titus: unless you will break with God,
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and these precedents among the godly, by putting your selves into the Ministry, whereas they were put into it of God, 1 Tim. 1.12. These instances will in effect and virtue bind you to the Ordination now practised;
and these precedents among the godly, by putting your selves into the Ministry, whereas they were put into it of God, 1 Tim. 1.12. These instances will in Effect and virtue bind you to the Ordination now practised;
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Sect. 3. Thirdly, see yet further the evident prescriptions, which are given forth for putting men into Ministry, by our Lord Jesus? and these how numerous;
Sect. 3. Thirdly, see yet further the evident prescriptions, which Are given forth for putting men into Ministry, by our Lord jesus? and these how numerous;
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and they committed to it, be so particularly distinguished? If gifts, with a desire to exercise them, were sufficient? or the solemn committing of this Office, were but super-erogatory and superfluous? Would the blessed Spirit of wisedom have spentit self in superfluites, think we? Is there no more set before us,
and they committed to it, be so particularly distinguished? If Gifts, with a desire to exercise them, were sufficient? or the solemn committing of this Office, were but supererogatory and superfluous? Would the blessed Spirit of Wisdom have spentit self in superfluities, think we? Is there no more Set before us,
but who are to be Ministers? and how they are to act in their Ministry? Hath not the same spirit set before us, their appointment and putting into the Ministry likewise? Ay;
but who Are to be Ministers? and how they Are to act in their Ministry? Hath not the same Spirit Set before us, their appointment and putting into the Ministry likewise? Ay;
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and how they are to be Ordained? what is pre required to it? what to be performed in it? and what the product and issue of it? Read else but 1 Tim. 3. Chap and 1 Chap. of Titus. Sirs,
and how they Are to be Ordained? what is pre required to it? what to be performed in it? and what the product and issue of it? Read Else but 1 Tim. 3. Chap and 1 Chap. of Titus. Sirs,
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and ask for the old paths, where is the good way that we may walk therein, must you not say of this? This is it, wherein God hath been alway wont to meet,
and ask for the old paths, where is the good Way that we may walk therein, must you not say of this? This is it, wherein God hath been always wont to meet,
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either immediately by investiture of them with the Office from himself, as our Lord was pleased to send forth first the Twelve, Luk. 9.1. and after the seventy, Luk 10 1. Or else mediately, by the interposition of his own Officers, as T•mothy is directed to do in this verse. We:
either immediately by investiture of them with the Office from himself, as our Lord was pleased to send forth First the Twelve, Luk. 9.1. and After the seventy, Luk 10 1. Or Else mediately, by the interposition of his own Officers, as T•mothy is directed to do in this verse. We:
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doth Matthias Apostolize? not till Christ appoints him, Act. 1. Do Paul and Barnabas? not •ll our Saviour authorize them, Act. 9.17. Chap. 13.2. Hath every Church its Elders, that labour in the word and doctrine? Bu• Paul and Barnabas first Ordain them, Act. 14.23. Is it the order of Christ that there be Elders in every City? but withall that Titus Ordain them, Tit. 1.5. Hath Timothy the gift or Office of an Evangelist? but not without the laying on of Pauls hands, and of the Presbytery likewise? 2 Tim. 1.6. 1 Tim. 4.4.
does Matthias Apostolize? not till christ appoints him, Act. 1. Do Paul and Barnabas? not •ll our Saviour authorise them, Act. 9.17. Chap. 13.2. Hath every Church its Elders, that labour in the word and Doctrine? Bu• Paul and Barnabas First Ordain them, Act. 14.23. Is it the order of christ that there be Elders in every city? but withal that Titus Ordain them, Tit. 1.5. Hath Timothy the gift or Office of an Evangelist? but not without the laying on of Paul's hands, and of the Presbytery likewise? 2 Tim. 1.6. 1 Tim. 4.4.
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as in the Text. Beloved, why are these things written? and for whom think we? Are they not for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come? Doubtlesse, whatsoever things were written aforetime, were writtē for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope, Rom. 15.4. Ah Sirs!
as in the Text. beloved, why Are these things written? and for whom think we? are they not for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world Are come? Doubtless, whatsoever things were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that we through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope, Rom. 15.4. Ah Sirs!
may we dare to reject this word of Christ? or remove to another way of our own or others contriving? either frame new ways of committing the Ministry (I mean)? or else frowardly deny the continuance of the Ministry, as too many do? Nay can you so forget the Commandment of Christ,
may we Dare to reject this word of christ? or remove to Another Way of our own or Others contriving? either frame new ways of committing the Ministry (I mean)? or Else frowardly deny the Continuance of the Ministry, as too many do? Nay can you so forget the Commandment of christ,
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as a thing of most happy remarke, Mat. 28.19.20 Go teach, &c. Lo, I am with you alway, NONLATINALPHABET all days, NONLATINALPHABET to the end of the world.
as a thing of most happy remark, Mathew 28.19.20 Go teach, etc. Lo, I am with you always, all days, to the end of the world.
as the pregnancy and propriety of this phrase, and the parallel usage of it by this same Evangelist, Mat. 13.40. (m) Chap. 24.3. (n) (besides the precedent passage which is not all your days, but all days) do plentifully evince.
as the pregnancy and propriety of this phrase, and the parallel usage of it by this same Evangelist, Mathew 13.40. (m) Chap. 24.3. (n) (beside the precedent passage which is not all your days, but all days) do plentifully evince.
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What commandment intends he? I humbly conceive, with Beza and others this complex commandment contained in, and carried along thorow the whole Epistle;
What Commandment intends he? I humbly conceive, with Beza and Others this complex Commandment contained in, and carried along thorough the Whole Epistle;
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which includeth the conferring of the Ministeriall Office, as doth the third Chapter. And what though this Commandment could not bee fulfilled till the coming of Christ by Timothy himself? yet might it bee by Timothie's successors: ' Who are clearly concerned to attend this charge of the Apostle,
which includeth the conferring of the Ministerial Office, as does the third Chapter. And what though this Commandment could not be fulfilled till the coming of christ by Timothy himself? yet might it be by Timothie's Successors: ' Who Are clearly concerned to attend this charge of the Apostle,
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but for all that succeed or follow And verily, 1. if there shall still be till his coming, both sinners to be begotten unto Christ; and to be brought into his Church;
but for all that succeed or follow And verily, 1. if there shall still be till his coming, both Sinners to be begotten unto christ; and to be brought into his Church;
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and if there be souls to bee sanctified and saved, until the time of his appearance. (which who doubts that believes any thing?) And 2. if our Lord Christ hath onely ordinarily annexed and appointed, to bestow these great blessings by a Ministery sent, as it is cleer he hath, Rom. Chap. 10. verse, 14, 15. Ephesians Chapt. 4. verse 11, 12, 13. Having by this onely (usually) brought about the addition of sinners to his Church and to himself, Acts the second Chapter, and the 41. and 47. verses, and Chap. 11. vers. 24. the conversion of souls to,
and if there be Souls to be sanctified and saved, until the time of his appearance. (which who doubts that believes any thing?) And 2. if our Lord christ hath only ordinarily annexed and appointed, to bestow these great blessings by a Ministry sent, as it is clear he hath, Rom. Chap. 10. verse, 14, 15. Ephesians Chapter 4. verse 11, 12, 13. Having by this only (usually) brought about the addition of Sinners to his Church and to himself, Acts the second Chapter, and the 41. and 47. Verses, and Chap. 11. vers. 24. the conversion of Souls to,
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and 1 Corin. Chap. 4. vers. 15. The new birth of souls, and to believe in himself, James Chap. 1. verse 18. and 1 Corinth. Chap. 3 vers. 5. The subduing of sin and Satan,
and 1 Corin. Chap. 4. vers. 15. The new birth of Souls, and to believe in himself, James Chap. 1. verse 18. and 1 Corinth. Chap. 3 vers. 5. The subduing of since and Satan,
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and the salvation of Saints, 2 Corinth. Chap. 10. verse 4.5. and 1 Corinth. Chap. 1. verse 21. And 3. If our Lord Christ doth not now extraordinarily send forth any, as it's plain hee doth not:
and the salvation of Saints, 2 Corinth. Chap. 10. verse 4.5. and 1 Corinth. Chap. 1. verse 21. And 3. If our Lord christ does not now extraordinarily send forth any, as it's plain he does not:
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then of necessity, the ordinary way of committing this Office, and of sending out such Officers, which was given in charge to Timothy and Titus, are of a continuing obligation,
then of necessity, the ordinary Way of committing this Office, and of sending out such Officers, which was given in charge to Timothy and Titus, Are of a Continuing obligation,
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Sect. 4. Let me put you in mind but of one thing more, and this is, the Elegant titles that are given to Ministers, which do all bespeak a necessity, not onely of being qua•ified for this Office,
Sect. 4. Let me put you in mind but of one thing more, and this is, the Elegant titles that Are given to Ministers, which do all bespeak a necessity, not only of being qua•ified for this Office,
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Are not Ministers c•lled the Angels of the Churches, Revelations Chap. 1. verse 20. the overseers of the Church? Acts Chap. 20. ver. 28. the rulers of the Church? Hebrews Chap. 13. ver. 7. Yea,
are not Ministers c•lled the Angels of the Churches, Revelations Chap. 1. verse 20. the Overseers of the Church? Acts Chap. 20. ver. 28. the Rulers of the Church? Hebrews Chap. 13. ver. 7. Yea,
and such rulers they are in, and so over the Church, as are to be counted worthy of double honour, 1 Timothy Chap. 5. ver. 17. and 1 Thes. Chap. 5. vers. 12.13. Are they not the Stewards of Christ? 1 Corinht 4.1. The Heralds of Christ, NONLATINALPHABET? Romans 10. vers. 14. Yea, and the •mb•ssadours of Christ, 2 Cor. 5. ver. 20. Are they not termed watchmen? Heb. 13.17. builders? 1 Cor. 3.10.
and such Rulers they Are in, and so over the Church, as Are to be counted worthy of double honour, 1 Timothy Chap. 5. ver. 17. and 1 Thebes Chap. 5. vers. 12.13. are they not the Stewards of christ? 1 corinth 4.1. The Heralds of christ,? Romans 10. vers. 14. Yea, and the •mb•ssadours of christ, 2 Cor. 5. ver. 20. are they not termed watchmen? Hebrew 13.17. Builders? 1 Cor. 3.10.
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and souldiers? 2 Tim. 2.3, &c. Now what lesse do any of these apart, or can all these together intimate? than that Ministers should be furnished with authority,
and Soldiers? 2 Tim. 2.3, etc. Now what less doe any of these apart, or can all these together intimate? than that Ministers should be furnished with Authority,
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as are duly qualified? You will easily observe, that we are not enquiring about committing the Office to extraordinary teachers; such as are by immediate deligation from Christ immediate I mean, not only ratione virtutis, sed suppositi in regard of power, but of person.
as Are duly qualified? You will Easily observe, that we Are not inquiring about committing the Office to extraordinary Teachers; such as Are by immediate deligation from christ immediate I mean, not only ratione virtue, sed suppositi in regard of power, but of person.
And thus briefly, this Office is to bee committed to men duly qualified, 1 by the Presbytery. 2 after proof. 3 with prayer and fasting. 4. and with putting on of their hands.
And thus briefly, this Office is to be committed to men duly qualified, 1 by the Presbytery. 2 After proof. 3 with prayer and fasting. 4. and with putting on of their hands.
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Sect. 1. By the Prebytery i. e. by presbyters in Office; whose part it was in the Ordination of Timothy. 1 Tim. 4.14. Their common care and charge it was, and not Pauls only. 2 Tim. 1.6. We never read Paul to have practiced in, or to have pretended to a sole power of Ordination;
Sect. 1. By the Presbytery i. e. by presbyters in Office; whose part it was in the Ordination of Timothy. 1 Tim. 4.14. Their Common care and charge it was, and not Paul's only. 2 Tim. 1.6. We never read Paul to have practiced in, or to have pretended to a sole power of Ordination;
Yet Paul was neither ordained nor did Ordain, without the concurrence of some other Act. 13.1, 2, 3. ch. 14.23. ' If any will yet implead ordination by a presbytery, because without a Prelate; 1 he ought to produce the divine institution of a Prelate distinct from a dignified beyond a Presbyter or Minister.
Yet Paul was neither ordained nor did Ordain, without the concurrence of Some other Act. 13.1, 2, 3. changed. 14.23. ' If any will yet implead ordination by a presbytery, Because without a Prelate; 1 he ought to produce the divine Institution of a Prelate distinct from a dignified beyond a Presbyter or Minister.
And as clear 'tis that a Presbyter or ordinary Minister is vested with a power of government or rule. 1 Tim. 5.17. Heb. 13.7, 17. 1 Thes. 5.12. Act. 20.17, 28. 2. Hee ought to prove the divine investiture of prelates with Ordination ard imposition of hands different from presbyters, whereof ' we read not one word in all the Scriptures, but of the laying on of the hands of the presbytery in fair and open characters, 1 Tim. 4.14.
And as clear it's that a Presbyter or ordinary Minister is vested with a power of government or Rule. 1 Tim. 5.17. Hebrew 13.7, 17. 1 Thebes 5.12. Act. 20.17, 28. 2. He ought to prove the divine investiture of Prelates with Ordination ard imposition of hands different from presbyters, whereof ' we read not one word in all the Scriptures, but of the laying on of the hands of the presbytery in fair and open characters, 1 Tim. 4.14.
& in that sence can put in a plea of being their successors which a Presbyter in a fair construction may, 1 Pet. 5.1, 2. Though a Prelate without a forced construction cannot.
& in that sense can put in a plea of being their Successors which a Presbyter in a fair construction may, 1 Pet. 5.1, 2. Though a Prelate without a forced construction cannot.
or over and above their former ordination as Presbyters? Or that there should be any Ordination by prelates as distinct from Presbyters? When it is a ruled case, that a Bishop or Prelate ordained per saltum ( i. e. who never had the Ordination of a Presbyter himself,
or over and above their former ordination as Presbyters? Or that there should be any Ordination by Prelates as distinct from Presbyters? When it is a ruled case, that a Bishop or Prelate ordained per saltum (i. e. who never had the Ordination of a Presbyter himself,
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For as we never read the Spirit of God calling them Bishops in Scripture, (the Post-script to those Epistles being disowned from being any part of the Canon by many Papists,
For as we never read the Spirit of God calling them Bishops in Scripture, (the Postscript to those Epistles being disowned from being any part of the Canon by many Papists,
' Nor could their frequent removes, after the mention of their being at Ephesus and Crete, have any consistence ' with the charge or Office of a Bishop, which obligeth to a fixed residence among his flock? (to passe other reasons against their diocesan Episcopacy ) ' Their frequent diversions and journeys,
' Nor could their frequent removes, After the mention of their being At Ephesus and Crete, have any consistence ' with the charge or Office of a Bishop, which obliges to a fixed residence among his flock? (to pass other Reasons against their diocesan Episcopacy) ' Their frequent diversions and journeys,
and various dispatches to and fro, at the desire of the Apostles, and as might best subserve the design and welfare of the generall visible Church, do loudly enough proclaim them to be Evangelists I know there are on the other hand that vest the people with this power and priviledge of Ordination, beyond what was ever possessed by the Prelates. But with no countenance that I know from Christ, yea, or conveniency to Christians;
and various Dispatches to and from, At the desire of the Apostles, and as might best subserve the Design and welfare of the general visible Church, do loudly enough proclaim them to be Evangelists I know there Are on the other hand that vest the people with this power and privilege of Ordination, beyond what was ever possessed by the Prelates. But with no countenance that I know from christ, yea, or conveniency to Christians;
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such are their disabilities & disproportion to make proof of mens ready instruction to the kingdom of God, either in cleering the difficulties of the Gospel, or in e•vi•cing gainsayers. 'Tis true;
such Are their disabilities & disproportion to make proof of men's ready instruction to the Kingdom of God, either in clearing the difficulties of the Gospel, or in e•vi•cing gainsayers. It's true;
We read (whatsome ingeniously observe before us of Ordaining Elders in every Church, but we never read of Ordaining Elders by any Church. They Ordained them Elders in every Church, Act. 14.23. Who Ordained them? Paul and Barnabas for the people, not the people for themselves.
We read (whatsome ingeniously observe before us of Ordaining Elders in every Church, but we never read of Ordaining Elders by any Church. They Ordained them Elders in every Church, Act. 14.23. Who Ordained them? Paul and Barnabas for the people, not the people for themselves.
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Nor will the word NONLATINALPHABET help it out, for what ever bee the import of manifest enough it is, both from what is antecedent to this expression,
Nor will the word help it out, for what ever be the import of manifest enough it is, both from what is antecedent to this expression,
and what is after it, that Paul and Barnabas were the NONLATINALPHABET, to whom [ they ] must necessarily bee understood to relate nine times besides, in the narrative or relation which is herewith made, ver. 21. ad finem. Far be it from mee, to divest the Churches of Jesus from any part of those priviledges, which are given them by his charter? Let it be granted them for me, that the people may choose; and look out men,
and what is After it, that Paul and Barnabas were the, to whom [ they ] must necessarily be understood to relate nine times beside, in the narrative or Relation which is herewith made, ver. 21. ad finem. far be it from me, to divest the Churches of jesus from any part of those privileges, which Are given them by his charter? Let it be granted them for me, that the people may choose; and look out men,
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and set them before the Presbytery, as they did for Deacons before the Apostles, still observing their limies, Act. 6.3, 5, 6. But the Presbytery 'tis, that commit the Ministry, appoint and send forth the men,
and Set them before the Presbytery, as they did for Deacons before the Apostles, still observing their limies, Act. 6.3, 5, 6. But the Presbytery it's, that commit the Ministry, appoint and send forth the men,
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as then did the Apostles, ver. 3.6. Peruse I beseech you the primitive practise, the records of all those Ordinations, which you finde in the Acts of the Apostles, 1.6.13.14.
as then did the Apostles, ver. 3.6. Peruse I beseech you the primitive practice, the records of all those Ordinations, which you find in the Acts of the Apostles, 1.6.13.14.
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Chapt. & what prints read you, or the obscurest trace of the peoples putting men into the Office of Ministers? Peruse to these, the Epistles that most particularly treat of,
Chapter & what prints read you, or the obscurest trace of the peoples putting men into the Office of Ministers? Peruse to these, the Epistles that most particularly Treat of,
if the peoples suffrage had been enough to set men in Office, what need such pressing arguments from Paul to Timothy and Titus? and such particular instruments of them with this business, that they Ordain Elders in Crete and Ephesus? Doth he write at this rate, in any one of all the Epistles he sendeth to the Churches? or in either of these Epistles sent to these Officers, that the Churches see to the Ordaining of Elders, &c. Again, if so;
if the peoples suffrage had been enough to Set men in Office, what need such pressing Arguments from Paul to Timothy and Titus? and such particular Instruments of them with this business, that they Ordain Elders in Crete and Ephesus? Does he write At this rate, in any one of all the Epistles he sends to the Churches? or in either of these Epistles sent to these Officers, that the Churches see to the Ordaining of Elders, etc. Again, if so;
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what need or right had Paul to interess himself or Barnabas so far, as to Ordain Elders in every Church, at Lystra, Icontum, and Antioch, &c. Act. 14.19.23 Would they have so abused their own power,
what need or right had Paul to interess himself or Barnabas so Far, as to Ordain Elders in every Church, At Lystra, Icontum, and Antioch, etc. Act. 14.19.23 Would they have so abused their own power,
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or the peoples priviledges, as by this to have been arraigned for busie-bodies in other mens matters? which they might have been, had Ordination been in the power and right of the Churches.
or the peoples privileges, as by this to have been arraigned for busybodies in other men's matters? which they might have been, had Ordination been in the power and right of the Churches.
unless men may be said to send messengers to themselves, Sect. 2 The Ministry is not to bee committed till after probation or triall made. Oh that dreadfull charge!
unless men may be said to send messengers to themselves, Sect. 2 The Ministry is not to be committed till After probation or trial made. O that dreadful charge!
I charge thee before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Elect Angels — lay hands suddenly on no man, 1 Tim. 5.21.22. Timothy must not, for so much as the Office of a Deacon, therefore surely not for the Office of a Bishop or Minister.
I charge thee before God and the Lord jesus christ, and the Elect Angels — lay hands suddenly on no man, 1 Tim. 5.21.22. Timothy must not, for so much as the Office of a Deacon, Therefore surely not for the Office of a Bishop or Minister.
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Let these also first bee proved; then let them use the Office of a Deacon, 1 Tim. 3.10. 'Tis an abuse then to put men into the Office of the Ministry, before or without proof made.
Let these also First be proved; then let them use the Office of a Deacon, 1 Tim. 3.10. It's an abuse then to put men into the Office of the Ministry, before or without proof made.
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Nor may this proof bee slight and overly, but must bee diligent and distinctive. Proved they should bee, in their spirituall and inward call to the Ministry,
Nor may this proof be slight and overly, but must be diligent and distinctive. Proved they should be, in their spiritual and inward call to the Ministry,
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What they are for life? what for learning ▪ and what they are like to be for labour? What are their purposes by it? what i• their proportion to it? and what will bee their perseverance in it? In a word;
What they Are for life? what for learning ▪ and what they Are like to be for labour? What Are their Purposes by it? what i• their proportion to it? and what will be their perseverance in it? In a word;
We beseech you brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that yee will strive together with us in your prayers to God, this day.
We beseech you brothers, for the Lord jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye will strive together with us in your Prayers to God, this day.
What though Papists have placed it among the Sacraments? must wee therefore pluck it from among the Saints? although Paul preserveth it among the principles of the doctrine of Christ, Heb. 6 1, 2. (under what notion,
What though Papists have placed it among the Sacraments? must we Therefore pluck it from among the Saints? although Paul Preserveth it among the principles of the Doctrine of christ, Hebrew 6 1, 2. (under what notion,
or to what purpose, I shall not dispute) Surely their dotage on it, will be a poor Apologie for our deniall or despising of it, upon whom the true light hath shined:
or to what purpose, I shall not dispute) Surely their dotage on it, will be a poor Apology for our denial or despising of it, upon whom the true Light hath shined:
especially when the whole solemnity of Ordination is once and again set forth by this one Ceremony; 1 Tim. 4.14. and 5.22. 2 Tim. 1.6. and you hear none of us pleading for it as a Sacrament; though we would not be put by from any solemn right; especially if an inseparable adjunct to an Ordinance of Christ.
especially when the Whole solemnity of Ordination is once and again Set forth by this one Ceremony; 1 Tim. 4.14. and 5.22. 2 Tim. 1.6. and you hear none of us pleading for it as a Sacrament; though we would not be put by from any solemn right; especially if an inseparable adjunct to an Ordinance of christ.
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and so profound a Scholar, did thus accept it in his own Ordination to the Ministry, as hee did, Act. 13.3. and did thus act and assist in the Ordination of others, as hee did, 2 Tim. 1.6. God forbid!
and so profound a Scholar, did thus accept it in his own Ordination to the Ministry, as he did, Act. 13.3. and did thus act and assist in the Ordination of Others, as he did, 2 Tim. 1.6. God forbid!
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by which, yet publick offices have been wont to be conveighed, Numb. 27.18, 23. and 8.10. Act. 6.6. and this partacularly, 1 Tim. 4.14. 'Tis true, when Paul enjoins Titus to Ordain Elders in every City, Titus 1.5. hee doth not prescribe expresly, imposition of hands. Nor doth he prohibit it;
by which, yet public Offices have been wont to be conveyed, Numb. 27.18, 23. and 8.10. Act. 6.6. and this partacularly, 1 Tim. 4.14. It's true, when Paul enjoins Titus to Ordain Elders in every city, Titus 1.5. he does not prescribe expressly, imposition of hands. Nor does he prohibit it;
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and a justification for it, against this exception.) 1. By leading him back to former instructions [ as I had appointed thee ] wherein if wee may make judgment, from what Paul practised, to what Paul prescribed, this could not but make one particular, especially,
and a justification for it, against this exception.) 1. By leading him back to former instructions [ as I had appointed thee ] wherein if we may make judgement, from what Paul practised, to what Paul prescribed, this could not but make one particular, especially,
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if the affirma•ive included in that precept to Timothy, 1 Chap. 5.22. bee put with it into the same scale. 2. By the light of the Word NONLATINALPHABET (rendered here by ord•in and in Acts 6.3. by appoint) which the Apostles practice had already interpreted, to import the laying on of hands, Acts 6.6. as one particular requisite to that publick and solemn work.
if the affirma•ive included in that precept to Timothy, 1 Chap. 5.22. be put with it into the same scale. 2. By the Light of the Word (rendered Here by ord•in and in Acts 6.3. by appoint) which the Apostles practice had already interpreted, to import the laying on of hands, Acts 6.6. as one particular requisite to that public and solemn work.
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Act. 9.37, 40, 41. Jam. 5.14, 15. We hear the Apostles requiring them to look out seven men full of the Holy Ghost, that they may lay hands upon them, Acts 6.3. cum 6. but never hear them relating so much as one that had received the Holy Ghost, because they had layd their hands upon him, in his Ordination.
Act. 9.37, 40, 41. Jam. 5.14, 15. We hear the Apostles requiring them to look out seven men full of the Holy Ghost, that they may lay hands upon them, Acts 6.3. cum 6. but never hear them relating so much as one that had received the Holy Ghost, Because they had laid their hands upon him, in his Ordination.
Why must Timothy and Titus (think we) receive satisfaction touching mens gifts before Ordination? 1 Tim. 3. and Tit. 1. And why must they till then retard and stave off their Ordination, 1 Tim. 5.22.
Why must Timothy and Titus (think we) receive satisfaction touching men's Gifts before Ordination? 1 Tim. 3. and Tit. 1. And why must they till then retard and stave off their Ordination, 1 Tim. 5.22.
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It is rather the gift of the Ministry that is intended in these Scriptures, than gifts for the Ministry, and perhaps, may bee therefore mentioned in both places not plurally,
It is rather the gift of the Ministry that is intended in these Scriptures, than Gifts for the Ministry, and perhaps, may be Therefore mentioned in both places not plurally,
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but singularly [ the gift. ] That offices are called gifts, and particularly the Ministry, compare Ep. 4 8, 11. between which the 9 and 10 verles, fall as within a Parenthesis: the 11 vers.
but singularly [ the gift. ] That Offices Are called Gifts, and particularly the Ministry, compare Epistle 4 8, 11. between which the 9 and 10 verles, fallen as within a Parenthesis: the 11 vers.
who could have then read such his accurate prudence? such his absolute power? and such his affluence of perfections, as are now made legible in treating his own affairs;
who could have then read such his accurate prudence? such his absolute power? and such his affluence of perfections, as Are now made legible in treating his own affairs;
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what conveniency would this at all bear to his transcendant dignity, and most taking glory, whereof the greatest royalties are but poor resemblances? Wil men call him the wonderfull Counsellor, the Prince of peace, Is. 9.6.7 the King of kings,
what conveniency would this At all bear to his Transcendent dignity, and most taking glory, whereof the greatest royalties Are but poor resemblances? Wil men call him the wonderful Counsellor, the Prince of peace, Is. 9.6.7 the King of Kings,
and Lord of Lords? that either hath never a Secretary, Herald, Embassadour, or so much as a Steward by office, by whom the grand importances of his Court and Crown may be transacted on the one hand? or is so little tender of these great trusts,
and Lord of lords? that either hath never a Secretary, Herald, Ambassador, or so much as a Steward by office, by whom the grand importances of his Court and Crown may be transacted on the one hand? or is so little tender of these great trusts,
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the more spirituall the office and honour is, the more need in a just sense, of his putting them into a security, from the fleshly presumptions and forward pretensions of vain men, who are but too desirous of being teachers of others,
the more spiritual the office and honour is, the more need in a just sense, of his putting them into a security, from the fleshly presumptions and forward pretensions of vain men, who Are but too desirous of being Teachers of Others,
even before they understand what they say, or whereof they affirm themselves, 1 Tim. 1.7. or at least of heaping unto themselves teachers, having itching ears, 2 Tim. 4.3. It is true, I acknowledge, that pious Ministers are so far from being accounted ordinarily to the honour of Christ;
even before they understand what they say, or whereof they affirm themselves, 1 Tim. 1.7. or At least of heaping unto themselves Teachers, having itching ears, 2 Tim. 4.3. It is true, I acknowledge, that pious Ministers Are so Far from being accounted ordinarily to the honour of christ;
But what saith Paul? God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God, in the face of Jesus Christ, 2 Cor. 4.6.
But what Says Paul? God, who commanded the Light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God, in the face of jesus christ, 2 Cor. 4.6.
for besides the expressions to his glory by them, such are the ampressions of his glory upon them, not onely in their Ministeriall gifts and graces, which bespeak them qualified for this Office by Christ,
for beside the expressions to his glory by them, such Are the ampressions of his glory upon them, not only in their Ministerial Gifts and graces, which bespeak them qualified for this Office by christ,
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but the speaking gifts, and standing pledges of Christ's glorious ascension for us? and of his gracious and great affections to us, Ephes. 4.8, 11. compared.
but the speaking Gifts, and standing pledges of Christ's glorious Ascension for us? and of his gracious and great affections to us, Ephesians 4.8, 11. compared.
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It is for her enlargement, edification, and establishment, as the Apostle at large instanceth and illustrateth in the same, Ephes. 4.12, 13, 14, 15. verses. For the perfecting of the Saints, &c. Throw open but this door once, that gifts,
It is for her enlargement, edification, and establishment, as the Apostle At large Instanceth and illustrateth in the same, Ephesians 4.12, 13, 14, 15. Verses. For the perfecting of the Saints, etc. Throw open but this door once, that Gifts,
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and a desire to exercise them make a Minister, and you may (too late) perceive well-nigh, all that is dear to the Church going out, and whatsoever is dividing and destructive coming in, by the same door, both speedily and irremediably.
and a desire to exercise them make a Minister, and you may (too late) perceive well-nigh, all that is dear to the Church going out, and whatsoever is dividing and destructive coming in, by the same door, both speedily and irremediably.
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163 Nor could I ever yet hear of any thing more eminent among them, than is error and confusion, who have taken qualifications to give Commission. Alas!
163 Nor could I ever yet hear of any thing more eminent among them, than is error and confusion, who have taken qualifications to give Commission. Alas!
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N, 1. It must needs break the unity of the Chu•ches, (a blessing how desirable in it self? and how dear to our Saviour) if nothing but fitness and forwardness bee requisite to make an Officer or Minister.
N, 1. It must needs break the unity of the Chu•ches, (a blessing how desirable in it self? and how dear to our Saviour) if nothing but fitness and forwardness be requisite to make an Officer or Minister.
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Hath God provided against such intrusions upon civill Offices? and will he permit it in sacred? Taken such care in order to the accord and quiet of the Common wealth? and hath he thrown it by with respect to his Church, which is so much dearer to him than are all the Societies in the world beside? Who would be ruled, if but to presume our selvs qualified, would make us rulers, either in Church or State? Surely this would make the militant Church, like that military body, where qualifications to command were a commission for a Company:
Hath God provided against such intrusions upon civil Offices? and will he permit it in sacred? Taken such care in order to the accord and quiet of the Common wealth? and hath he thrown it by with respect to his Church, which is so much Dearer to him than Are all the Societies in the world beside? Who would be ruled, if but to presume our selves qualified, would make us Rulers, either in Church or State? Surely this would make the militant Church, like that military body, where qualifications to command were a commission for a Company:
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and if it did not run with such an army into blood and confusion, yet would soon and surely run with it into bitternesse and contentions. ' He that can secure me the peace and unity of that Kingdome, where every one that is fit, may be thereby supreme; or of that County, whe•• every one that is fit, may be thereby Sheriffe; or but of that Corporation, where every one that is fit, may be thereby Major, shall be (with me) a none-such among men,
and if it did not run with such an army into blood and confusion, yet would soon and surely run with it into bitterness and contentions. ' He that can secure me the peace and unity of that Kingdom, where every one that is fit, may be thereby supreme; or of that County, whe•• every one that is fit, may be thereby Sheriff; or but of that Corporation, where every one that is fit, may be thereby Major, shall be (with me) a nonesuch among men,
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and may perswade, if any, that the beauty and harmony of the Churches of Jesus may be preserved too, wherein every one that judgeth himself fit, is thereby made a Minister and Officer.
and may persuade, if any, that the beauty and harmony of the Churches of jesus may be preserved too, wherein every one that Judgeth himself fit, is thereby made a Minister and Officer.
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have wee read the 12 to the Romans from the the 3 to the 9, or the 1 Cor. 12? And can we think our blessed head and Master, in whom are hid all the treasures of wisdome and kindnesse,
have we read the 12 to the Romans from thee the 3 to the 9, or the 1 Cor. 12? And can we think our blessed head and Master, in whom Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom and kindness,
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so remisse about conferring Offices? and so regardlesse of the Churches concord as this amounts to? What! are there so many unities? and all with respect had to the Church? One body, and one spirit,
so remiss about conferring Offices? and so regardless of the Churches concord as this amounts to? What! Are there so many unities? and all with respect had to the Church? One body, and one Spirit,
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and through all, and in them all? Eph. 4.5, 6. Lo, therefore Christ hath given Pastours and Teachers (names of Office) verse 8, 11. that they may keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace.
and through all, and in them all? Ephesians 4.5, 6. Lo, Therefore christ hath given Pastors and Teachers (names of Office) verse 8, 11. that they may keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace.
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verse 3. and that till we all come in the unity of the faith &c. ver. 13. N. 2. This will blast the purity of the Churches too, and let in (what not?) that is destructive to verity, and the power of Godlinesse.
verse 3. and that till we all come in the unity of the faith etc. for. 13. N. 2. This will blast the purity of the Churches too, and let in (what not?) that is destructive to verity, and the power of Godliness.
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What through uncalled Preachers, and uncatechised hearers, Oh! the havock and convulsions that are made in the Churches of Jesus! And ind•ed, who can expect;
What through uncalled Preachers, and uncatechised hearers, Oh! the havoc and convulsions that Are made in the Churches of jesus! And ind•ed, who can expect;
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but that those, who will vainly or violently enter upon the Ministery without Ordination, shall likewise venturously employ themselves in it, without observation? Witnesse those false teachers whereof Peter tells vs. 2 Peter, Chapter 2. and Jude, from the fourth to the twentieth verse.
but that those, who will vainly or violently enter upon the Ministry without Ordination, shall likewise venturously employ themselves in it, without observation? Witness those false Teachers whereof Peter tells us 2 Peter, Chapter 2. and U^de, from the fourth to the twentieth verse.
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and to lead you in the ways of that truth which is according to godlinesse, judg ye? What lesse can be said than this? That measuring themselvs by themselves, and comparing themselvs among themselvs, they are not wise:
and to led you in the ways of that truth which is according to godliness, judge you? What less can be said than this? That measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, they Are not wise:
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what sorry things are our best qualifications to support us, without the strong aid of that grace, which sets before us the benefit of our Commission, to stay and cheer our hearts.
what sorry things Are our best qualifications to support us, without the strong aid of that grace, which sets before us the benefit of our Commission, to stay and cheer our hearts.
so much as to think any thing as of our selvs? Where then is our sufficiencie? and what is our support? Our sufficiency is of God, who also hath made us able Ministers of the New Testament, 2 Cor, 3.5, 6. That God, who hath made us Ministors, is the spring head of our sufficiencies in the discharge and exercise of our Ministry;
so much as to think any thing as of our selves? Where then is our sufficiency? and what is our support? Our sufficiency is of God, who also hath made us able Ministers of the New Testament, 2 Cor, 3.5, 6. That God, who hath made us Ministers, is the spring head of our Sufficiencies in the discharge and exercise of our Ministry;
Behold, I have made thee a defenced City, &c. Jer. 1.5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19. An beloved, God doth therefore Commission us, to corroborate and comfort our hearts,
Behold, I have made thee a defenced city, etc. Jer. 1.5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19. an Beloved, God does Therefore Commission us, to corroborate and Comfort our hearts,
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while such is the difficulty of our province, such the d•bi•ity of our persons, such the deceitfulness of sin, such the deiusions of Satan, such the desperate stubborness of the world, such the depths and heights of the Word,
while such is the difficulty of our province, such the d•bi•ity of our Persons, such the deceitfulness of since, such the deiusions of Satan, such the desperate Stubbornness of the world, such the depths and heights of the Word,
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if he hath given me a Commission, he will not deny me his conourrence; he that appointed me to this Office, will accomplish his ends by and upon me in this Office:
if he hath given me a Commission, he will not deny me his conourrence; he that appointed me to this Office, will accomplish his ends by and upon me in this Office:
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though he hath spent his own strength to no purpose, Isa. 49.4, 5. A stranger, an unofficed preacher hath not to intermeddle with this joy. But Oh the sweet Cordiall!
though he hath spent his own strength to no purpose, Isaiah 49.4, 5. A stranger, an unofficed preacher hath not to intermeddle with this joy. But O the sweet Cordial!
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or onely the subjects, but the Embassadours of Christ, and so whatsoever we bind or loose, beseech or charge, rebuke or comfort, it's as if God did it;
or only the subject's, but the ambassadors of christ, and so whatsoever we bind or lose, beseech or charge, rebuke or Comfort, it's as if God did it;
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as though God did beseech you by us; we pray you in Christ's stead, 2 Cor. 5.20. Christ hath bid us go teach, baptize, &c. Lo, I am with you, Mat. 28.19, 20. But the unofficed preacher hath neither part nor lot in this promise;
as though God did beseech you by us; we pray you in Christ's stead, 2 Cor. 5.20. christ hath bid us go teach, baptise, etc. Lo, I am with you, Mathew 28.19, 20. But the unofficed preacher hath neither part nor lot in this promise;
and who can hope, that Christ will go with him, that goeth before Christ, or rather steals away before he sent him? Will hee be with the Prophets that run,
and who can hope, that christ will go with him, that Goes before christ, or rather steals away before he sent him? Will he be with the prophets that run,
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or Ministers of Christ, must be both men qualified for the Office, and have the Office committed to them? Oh! what matter of humbling consternation and holy confusion before the Lord doth this call for from us this day? Oh that mine head were waters,
or Ministers of christ, must be both men qualified for the Office, and have the Office committed to them? Oh! what matter of humbling consternation and holy confusion before the Lord does this call for from us this day? O that mine head were waters,
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or for the souls?) of the daughter of my people, Jer. 9.1. Partly through unqualified Ministers of the one side, and partly through uncommissioned Ministers on the other side.
or for the Souls?) of the daughter of my people, Jer. 9.1. Partly through unqualified Ministers of the one side, and partly through uncommissioned Ministers on the other side.
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how long have wholesome truths been perverted, what between this and that extream? Who of us is such a stranger in England but unless deafe doth hear? that unless blind doth see? and unless sensuall or stupid, but must sigh, and smite upon our thighs, in the sad remembrances of there things!
how long have wholesome truths been perverted, what between this and that extreme? Who of us is such a stranger in England but unless deaf does hear? that unless blind does see? and unless sensual or stupid, but must sighs, and smite upon our thighs, in the sad remembrances of there things!
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how many have walked (and Oh that I should mention it without weeping!) walked under the calling of Minister, that have not been worthy to be caded men? but have been rather like the Mule for ignorance the, Goat for lust and the Swine for drunkennesse,
how many have walked (and O that I should mention it without weeping!) walked under the calling of Minister, that have not been worthy to be caded men? but have been rather like the Mule for ignorance thee, Goat for lust and the Swine for Drunkenness,
Ministers shall I call them in Divinity? monsters they are in Morality. Beasts in mens shapes, rather than Ministers, which ought to bee the best of men.
Ministers shall I call them in Divinity? monsters they Are in Morality. Beasts in men's shapes, rather than Ministers, which ought to be the best of men.
and heavenly-mindednesse in the Pulpit, and there is nought but pride, profanenesse, coveteousnesse, or contention in thy practice? Warn'st others against all sinne,
and Heavenly-mindedness in the Pulpit, and there is nought but pride, profaneness, covetousness, or contention in thy practice? Warnest Others against all sin,
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& Christians must own? Oh! how will Christ shake off such prophesiers in his name, in the open view and prospect both of men and Angels at the last day? and professe unto them, I never knew you, i. e.
& Christians must own? Oh! how will christ shake off such prophesiers in his name, in the open view and prospect both of men and Angels At the last day? and profess unto them, I never knew you, i. e.
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take yee my Covenant into your mouths, and take up my Commission as Ministers, and yet live like miscreants? Verily if there be a furnace of divine vengeance heated one seven times more,
take ye my Covenant into your mouths, and take up my Commission as Ministers, and yet live like miscreants? Verily if there be a furnace of divine vengeance heated one seven times more,
If you will not receive it from mee, read I pray, Rom. 2.17. to the end, Mat. 7, 22.23. Psalm 50.15. Hos 4.6. Rev. 19.20, 21. O Christians, have you no tears left for these men? no bowels of pity and compassion? especially when the Church of Christ i• so concerned in them? Alas!
If you will not receive it from me, read I pray, Rom. 2.17. to the end, Mathew 7, 22.23. Psalm 50.15. Hos 4.6. Rev. 19.20, 21. O Christians, have you no tears left for these men? no bowels of pity and compassion? especially when the Church of christ i• so concerned in them? Alas!
For wrath and astonishment, for horrour and amazement, for blacknesse and chains under darkness are such reserved, for ever and ever. Such Angels, whosoever scape, shall be sure to be tormented among the damned Devills.
For wrath and astonishment, for horror and amazement, for blackness and chains under darkness Are such reserved, for ever and ever. Such Angels, whosoever escape, shall be sure to be tormented among the damned Devils.
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And is it not as true as familiar and frequent in our times? It never was (I am apt to think) more usuall in Israel, than now it is in England, that such who prophesie without designation or warrant from God, prophesie the deceit of their own hearts, instead of the Word of God.
And is it not as true as familiar and frequent in our times? It never was (I am apt to think) more usual in Israel, than now it is in England, that such who prophesy without designation or warrant from God, prophesy the deceit of their own hearts, instead of the Word of God.
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these, these are they, that have been so much complained of by God, Jeremiah 23.21, 32. so much cautioned to the godly, Jer. 29. ver 8, 9. So much the curse of that Prince, who hath given them countenance, 1 Kings 22. verse 1. ad 37. and have so miserably cheated,
these, these Are they, that have been so much complained of by God, Jeremiah 23.21, 32. so much cautioned to the godly, Jer. 29. for 8, 9. So much the curse of that Prince, who hath given them countenance, 1 Kings 22. verse 1. and 37. and have so miserably cheated,
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as there were false Prophe•s also among the people, hath not Christ foretold that there shall bee false teachers among you? and have not our eyes seen them? men of the same character,
as there were false Prophe•s also among the people, hath not christ foretold that there shall be false Teachers among you? and have not our eyes seen them? men of the same character,
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and of the same cariage, which he foretold? and have not the same sad consequences been found among us, who have read their description delusions, and dreadfull issues in the 2 Pet. 2. and in the Epistle of Jude? Sirs, that our souls could weep in secret for them!
and of the same carriage, which he foretold? and have not the same sad consequences been found among us, who have read their description delusions, and dreadful issues in the 2 Pet. 2. and in the Epistle of U^de? Sirs, that our Souls could weep in secret for them!
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And as for you the Prophets and Ministers of God, let me say to every one of you from the Lord, what was sometime said unto Ezekiel. Son of man, prophesie against the Prophets of Israel (Saith he, of England say I, to you) that prophesie, & say unto them that prophesie out of their own hearts:
And as for you the prophets and Ministers of God, let me say to every one of you from the Lord, what was sometime said unto Ezekielem. Son of man, prophesy against the prophets of Israel (Says he, of England say I, to you) that prophesy, & say unto them that prophesy out of their own hearts:
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What must we do who are not more short of his Apostleship, than we are of his abilities? Surely no life can be too good, no learning can be too great for the Ministry,
What must we do who Are not more short of his Apostleship, than we Are of his abilities? Surely no life can be too good, no learning can be too great for the Ministry,
Like Ezra, one that hath prepared his heart to seek the law of the Lord, and to do it, and to teach in Israel statutes and judgments, Ezra 7.10. Who-ever may be blame-worthy a bishop must be blamelesse as the Steward of God. 1 Tim 3.2. as the Apostle inculcateth twice together.
Like Ezra, one that hath prepared his heart to seek the law of the Lord, and to do it, and to teach in Israel statutes and Judgments, Ezra 7.10. Whoever may be blameworthy a bishop must be blameless as the Steward of God. 1 Tim 3.2. as the Apostle inculcateth twice together.
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Know that such a one had need be full of goodnesse, and filled with all knowledg, who is fit (especially of Office) to admonish others Rom. 15.14. Full of judgment and of might, Mic. 3.8 He had need with Ezra, be a ready scribe in the Law of God, Ezra 7.6. a scribe instructed to the Kingdom of God Ma•. 13.52. one of pickt and choice abilities and experience, worth and wisdome;
Know that such a one had need be full of Goodness, and filled with all knowledge, who is fit (especially of Office) to admonish Others Rom. 15.14. Full of judgement and of might, Mic. 3.8 He had need with Ezra, be a ready scribe in the Law of God, Ezra 7.6. a scribe instructed to the Kingdom of God Ma•. 13.52. one of picked and choice abilities and experience, worth and Wisdom;
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' Well may such be reckoned by ou• Apostle among the Impostors of the las• times, who understand not, 2 Pet. 2. 1. cum 12. but ar• willingly ignorant of which sort are they that creep into houses,
' Well may such be reckoned by ou• Apostle among the Impostors of the las• times, who understand not, 2 Pet. 2. 1. cum 12. but ar• willingly ignorant of which sort Are they that creep into houses,
and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away of divers lusts, ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledg of the truth 2 Tim. 3.6.7.
and led captive silly women laden with Sins, led away of diverse Lustiest, ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth 2 Tim. 3.6.7.
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for these are to hold fast the faithful word as they have been taught, and are able by sound doctrine both to exhort and convince the gain-sayers Tit. 1.9. These cast not off, but continue in the thing• which they have learned and been assured of. 2 Tim. 3.14. A good Minister of Christ is one nourished up in the words of faith, and of good doctrine whereunto hee hath attained.
for these Are to hold fast the faithful word as they have been taught, and Are able by found Doctrine both to exhort and convince the gainsayers Tit. 1.9. These cast not off, but continue in the thing• which they have learned and been assured of. 2 Tim. 3.14. A good Minister of christ is one nourished up in the words of faith, and of good Doctrine whereunto he hath attained.
It's true, some would have us Preachers like Je•boams Priests, only of the lowest of the •eople. 1 King. 12.31. at least, for lite•ature (not to mention livelyhood. ) And well may such indeed passe for the Priests of Jeroboam, for (with me 'tis •eyond doubt) they are not the Prea•hers of Jesus, i.e. by his allowance and •ppointment. No;
It's true, Some would have us Preachers like Je•boams Priests, only of the lowest of the •eople. 1 King. 12.31. At least, for lite•ature (not to mention livelihood.) And well may such indeed pass for the Priests of Jeroboam, for (with me it's •eyond doubt) they Are not the Prea•hers of jesus, i.e. by his allowance and •ppointment. No;
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Christians, his are •pproved workmen, that need not be asha•ed, rightly dividing the word of truth, 〈 ◊ 〉 Tim 2.15. The Pastors after his heart ••e such, as shall (and therefore can) feed •is People with knowledg and understanding. Jer. 3.15. not blind seers, igno•ant watch-men, or Shepherds that can •ot understand.
Christians, his Are •pproved workmen, that need not be asha•ed, rightly dividing the word of truth, 〈 ◊ 〉 Tim 2.15. The Pastors After his heart ••e such, as shall (and Therefore can) feed •is People with knowledge and understanding. Jer. 3.15. not blind seers, igno•ant watchmen, or Shepherd's that can •ot understand.
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How can you bee his mouth? his messengers? or the men of God else, who are to make known the mysteries of his Gospell? If you are the mouth of God, let us hear you speak as the Oracles of God.
How can you be his Mouth? his messengers? or the men of God Else, who Are to make known the Mysteres of his Gospel? If you Are the Mouth of God, let us hear you speak as the Oracles of God.
1 Pet. Chapter 4. verse 11. Who do expect a proof of Christ speaking in and by you if you are the Messengers of the Lord of Hosts, Let us see that your lips do preserve knowledg, that men may find the law at your mouth Malac. Chapter 2. verse 7. And if you are men of God, make us at least some way sensible, that you are furnished with instructions to every good work.
1 Pet. Chapter 4. verse 11. Who do expect a proof of christ speaking in and by you if you Are the Messengers of the Lord of Hosts, Let us see that your lips do preserve knowledge, that men may find the law At your Mouth Malachi Chapter 2. verse 7. And if you Are men of God, make us At least Some Way sensible, that you Are furnished with instructions to every good work.
2 Tim. Chap. 3 verse 17. N. 2. Will not your relations to the people call upon you for learning? These you ought to warn and teach in all wisedom, Isa. 9.16 Col. 1.28. How shall you be their lights? their leaders, and instructors else unto the Kingdom of God? If you are blind leaders of the blind, both shall fall into the ditch, Mat. 15.14.
2 Tim. Chap. 3 verse 17. N. 2. Will not your relations to the people call upon you for learning? These you ought to warn and teach in all Wisdom, Isaiah 9.16 Col. 1.28. How shall you be their lights? their leaders, and instructors Else unto the Kingdom of God? If you Are blind leaders of the blind, both shall fallen into the ditch, Mathew 15.14.
And a dreadfull thing it will b• for you, if God's people are destroyed for lack of knowledge in you, Hos 4.6. Your lips should preserve knowledge for the people, as a publick storehouse;
And a dreadful thing it will b• for you, if God's people Are destroyed for lack of knowledge in you, Hos 4.6. Your lips should preserve knowledge for the people, as a public storehouse;
And how shall you teach them, if ye are yet to learn the Oracles of God your selves? Heb. 5.12. Thou that teachest another, teachest thou not thy self, saith the Apostle? Rom. 2.12.
And how shall you teach them, if you Are yet to Learn the Oracles of God your selves? Hebrew 5.12. Thou that Teachest Another, Teachest thou not thy self, Says the Apostle? Rom. 2.12.
but whereunto will a Minister's duty arise, unless he be furnished with some competency thereof? How shall hee convince gain sayers without it, shutting them up in their argum•nts and answers? or stop the mouths of the learned adversaries, who fly either to the originall texts,
but whereunto will a Minister's duty arise, unless he be furnished with Some competency thereof? How shall he convince gain sayers without it, shutting them up in their argum•nts and answers? or stop the mouths of the learned Adversaries, who fly either to the original texts,
or to those orderly contextures of truth, which have received the allowance and consent both of teachers and Christians, to stand as maximes of unquestionable truths? Besides how shall he rightly divide the word of truth else, 2 Tim. 2.15.
or to those orderly contextures of truth, which have received the allowance and consent both of Teachers and Christians, to stand as maxims of unquestionable truths? Beside how shall he rightly divide the word of truth Else, 2 Tim. 2.15.
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or Grammar? Again, how shall he reveal the sense of Scriptures entirely, and cause the people to understand the reading? Nehemi. 8. ver. 7, 8. Especially,
or Grammar? Again, how shall he reveal the sense of Scriptures entirely, and cause the people to understand the reading? Nehemiah. 8. ver. 7, 8. Especially,
Nay, or how shall he so much as read the Scriptures intelligently without some humane teachings and learning? Deliver this Bible to one that is not at all learned, saying, read this I pray you,
Nay, or how shall he so much as read the Scriptures intelligently without Some humane teachings and learning? Deliver this bible to one that is not At all learned, saying, read this I pray you,
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how many things must be acknowledged in them, both hard to be understood, and hard to be utterred? But what do the unlearned and unstable? Let Peter tell you:
how many things must be acknowledged in them, both hard to be understood, and hard to be uttered? But what do the unlearned and unstable? Let Peter tell you:
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They wrest them, as they do also the other Scriptures, unto their own destruction, 2 Pet. 3.16. 'Tis in vain to tell me that Jesus Christ was not learned.
They wrest them, as they do also the other Scriptures, unto their own destruction, 2 Pet. 3.16. It's in vain to tell me that jesus christ was not learned.
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And do not his auditors assure me the same too? Mat. 13.54, 55. Joh. 7.15. Say you the Apostles were not learned? and as for the Prophets how illitterate were they!
And do not his Auditors assure me the same too? Mathew 13.54, 55. John 7.15. Say you the Apostles were not learned? and as for the prophets how illiterate were they!
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But sirs, do the Scriptures say the same likewise? Indeed, was Moses such an one, who was learned in all the wisedom of the Egyptians? Act. 7.22. or was Daniel, to whom God had given skill in all learnning and wisedom? Dan. 1.17. or was Paul that was brought up at the feet of Gamaliel, Act. 23.5. and was so eminently versed both in humane learning and divine, that Festus thinks much learning had made him even mad? Act. 26.24. Again, were Samuel, Elijah, or Elisha so unlearned, who had so many pupills, and bred up so many scholars, which were called sons of the Prophets, at Naioth, Bethel, Jericho, and Gilgall, which were in this respect little other than Universities and Schools of learning? 2 Sam. 19.19, 20. 2 Kings 2.2 3, 5, 12. and 4.38. as we read of a Colledge at Jerusalem likewise, 2 Chron. 34.22. and 2 Kings 22.14. True it is, that grace called many such to be Prophets and Apostles, who were unlearned:
But Sirs, do the Scriptures say the same likewise? Indeed, was Moses such an one, who was learned in all the Wisdom of the egyptians? Act. 7.22. or was daniel, to whom God had given skill in all learning and Wisdom? Dan. 1.17. or was Paul that was brought up At the feet of Gamaliel, Act. 23.5. and was so eminently versed both in humane learning and divine, that Festus thinks much learning had made him even mad? Act. 26.24. Again, were Samuel, Elijah, or Elisha so unlearned, who had so many pupils, and bred up so many Scholars, which were called Sons of the prophets, At Naioth, Bethel, Jericho, and Gilgal, which were in this respect little other than Universities and Schools of learning? 2 Sam. 19.19, 20. 2 Kings 2.2 3, 5, 12. and 4.38. as we read of a College At Jerusalem likewise, 2 Chronicles 34.22. and 2 Kings 22.14. True it is, that grace called many such to be prophets and Apostles, who were unlearned:
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The Spirit did still make an extraordinary supply of learning from himself, unto such as were allowed of him in the Minist•y, that were without an ordinary supply thereof by Schools of learning.
The Spirit did still make an extraordinary supply of learning from himself, unto such as were allowed of him in the Minist•y, that were without an ordinary supply thereof by Schools of learning.
To one was given saith Paul, by the Spirit the word of wisedom, to another the word of knowledg by the same Spirit, to another prophesie, to another discerning of spirits, to another diverse kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues;
To one was given Says Paul, by the Spirit the word of Wisdom, to Another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit, to Another prophesy, to Another discerning of spirits, to Another diverse Kinds of tongues, to Another the Interpretation of tongues;
all which were wrought by the self-same Spirit, 1 Cor. 128, 10.11. 2. Sect. Do not adventure upon publick authoritative teaching in the Church without a commission.
all which were wrought by the selfsame Spirit, 1 Cor. 128, 10.11. 2. Sect. Do not adventure upon public authoritative teaching in the Church without a commission.
If you expect the assistance, acceptance, allowance, and approbation of Christ; Oh! do not adventure upon it, without authority first given you of Christ.
If you expect the assistance, acceptance, allowance, and approbation of christ; Oh! do not adventure upon it, without Authority First given you of christ.
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and why you declined author•zing to the Ministry shall bee produced in open Court, and conscience shall bee put to it (will you nill you) to answer such interrogatories as these are:
and why you declined author•zing to the Ministry shall be produced in open Court, and conscience shall be put to it (will you nill you) to answer such interrogatories as these Are:
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Who made you a teacher in Israel? who required this at your hands? who gave you this authority? &c. And sirs, will not this bee a sad indictment from the Lord in that day? I did not send these Prophets, these preachers, yet they ran;
Who made you a teacher in Israel? who required this At your hands? who gave you this Authority? etc. And Sirs, will not this be a sad indictment from the Lord in that day? I did not send these prophets, these Preachers, yet they ran;
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is it so, that such teachers must have a commission as well as qualifications from our Lord Jesus Christ? Oh! that such among us, who exercise the Ministry, enjoy the maintenance,
is it so, that such Teachers must have a commission as well as qualifications from our Lord jesus christ? Oh! that such among us, who exercise the Ministry, enjoy the maintenance,
What? is the Ministry an Office? and the external committing of the Ministry unto men God's Ordinance? how is it then, that such do (that I say not that such da•e) ordinarily exercise the Ministry,
What? is the Ministry an Office? and the external committing of the Ministry unto men God's Ordinance? how is it then, that such doe (that I say not that such da•e) ordinarily exercise the Ministry,
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nor do now desire to be solemnly set apart to the Ministry? Consider I pray you these two things. 1. That to do the proper work of a Minister or Officer of God cannot bee safe. 2. To do the preaching work of a Minister cannot but be sinfull.
nor doe now desire to be solemnly Set apart to the Ministry? Consider I pray you these two things. 1. That to do the proper work of a Minister or Officer of God cannot be safe. 2. To do the preaching work of a Minister cannot but be sinful.
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witnesse Sauls losse of the Kingdome for it, though burdened then with so great straits 1 Sam. 13 8 to 15 & Ʋzziahs leaprosie to the day of his death for it,
witness Saul's loss of the Kingdom for it, though burdened then with so great straits 1 Sam. 13 8 to 15 & Ʋzziahs Leprosy to the day of his death for it,
though (before this) hee had been blessed with so great successe. 2 Chron. 26.16 to 22. And now beloved, is not ordinary authoritative teaching in the Church the proper work of a Minister of Christ? Yea;
though (before this) he had been blessed with so great success. 2 Chronicles 26.16 to 22. And now Beloved, is not ordinary authoritative teaching in the Church the proper work of a Minister of christ? Yea;
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what is, if this benot? Wherefore or whereunto is a Minister ordained else, if not to be a Preacher and Teacher of the Church in faith and verity? 1 Tim. 2.7. wherefore worthy of double honour else, if not for labouring in the word & doctrine, which eminently bespeaketh preaching? 1 Tim. 5.17.
what is, if this Benot? Wherefore or whereunto is a Minister ordained Else, if not to be a Preacher and Teacher of the Church in faith and verity? 1 Tim. 2.7. Wherefore worthy of double honour Else, if not for labouring in the word & Doctrine, which eminently bespeaketh preaching? 1 Tim. 5.17.
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Wherefore is the Gospell and this Office committed to him else, if not for manifesting the word through preaching? Tit. 1.3. yea indeed, not so much to baptize as to preach. 1 Cor. 1.17. Beloved, therefore 'tis we are allowed of God to be put in trust with the Gospel, 1 Thes. 2, 4. therfore are we appointed of God to this trust in the Gospel, 2 Tim. 1.11. therefore and thereunto it is that we are so adjured and called upon God in the Gospell.
Wherefore is the Gospel and this Office committed to him Else, if not for manifesting the word through preaching? Tit. 1.3. yea indeed, not so much to baptise as to preach. 1 Cor. 1.17. beloved, Therefore it's we Are allowed of God to be put in trust with the Gospel, 1 Thebes 2, 4. Therefore Are we appointed of God to this trust in the Gospel, 2 Tim. 1.11. Therefore and thereunto it is that we Are so adjured and called upon God in the Gospel.
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yea a fairer and fuller claim than any? Say you, the administration of the Sacraments is al proper act of this Officer? Be it so but consider I beseech you,
yea a Fairer and fuller claim than any? Say you, the administration of the Sacraments is all proper act of this Officer? Be it so but Consider I beseech you,
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or more expresly said, either to be commissioned to be Ministers, for that act then for this? 1 Cor. 1.17. 1 Tim. 2.7. or more commended in their ministry by that act, than by this? 2 Tim. 2.15.
or more expressly said, either to be commissioned to be Ministers, for that act then for this? 1 Cor. 1.17. 1 Tim. 2.7. or more commended in their Ministry by that act, than by this? 2 Tim. 2.15.
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yet preaching the Gospell is with more abundant frequency expressed among the acts of Ministers, and with more abundant fulness evinced to be the aym of God by the Ministry.
yet preaching the Gospel is with more abundant frequency expressed among the acts of Ministers, and with more abundant fullness evinced to be the aim of God by the Ministry.
With what consonancy therefore to sound reason or Scripture-revelation the administration of Sacraments shall be received to bee the Proper act of a Minister of Christ:
With what consonancy Therefore to found reason or Scripture-revelation the administration of Sacraments shall be received to be the Proper act of a Minister of christ:
and authoritative teaching rerejected mean-while, judge ye? And if it be (as it is proved to be) the proper act of a Minister thus to preach authoritatively;
and authoritative teaching rerejected meanwhile, judge you? And if it be (as it is proved to be) the proper act of a Minister thus to preach authoritatively;
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what an adventure you run, what an attempt you rush upon, Oh that you may attend in time, who Ordinarily discharg this part of our Office without Ordination thereunto.
what an adventure you run, what an attempt you rush upon, O that you may attend in time, who Ordinarily discharge this part of our Office without Ordination thereunto.
What though we yeeld that there may be an essay without it for tryal of qualifications? wil it therefore be an excuse for such who make it a trade or course? or because the sons of the Prophets may be called thereunto occasionally? will it therefore be a covert for him who is exercised therein ordinarily? Can you so forget the prohibitions, precepts, precedents and pregnant characters & titles of preachers mentioned formerly.
What though we yield that there may be an essay without it for trial of qualifications? will it Therefore be an excuse for such who make it a trade or course? or Because the Sons of the prophets may be called thereunto occasionally? will it Therefore be a covert for him who is exercised therein ordinarily? Can you so forget the prohibitions, Precepts, precedents and pregnant characters & titles of Preachers mentioned formerly.
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what need we as to this purpose of an office-Minister? Is there a speciall officer for the common work of every particular member in the body civil, military,
what need we as to this purpose of an office-Minister? Is there a special officer for the Common work of every particular member in the body civil, military,
Must we? how then (beloved) can authoritative teaching be every ones imployment? We have no speciall organ in the body for feeling, that is the common work of every member,
Must we? how then (Beloved) can authoritative teaching be every ones employment? We have no special organ in the body for feeling, that is the Common work of every member,
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That as the Lord hath called every one, so hee walk and abide in the same calling wherein he was called, 1 Cor. 7.17, 20. That no one think more highly of himself than he ought to think,
That as the Lord hath called every one, so he walk and abide in the same calling wherein he was called, 1 Cor. 7.17, 20. That no one think more highly of himself than he ought to think,
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For who reads not, that they have rule over you, and must bee so remembred, who have spoken to you the Word of the Lord? Heb. 13.7. That such as are to admonish you from the Lord, have authority, and are over you in the Lord? 1 Thes. 5.12. and must be esteemed very highly in love by you for their work sake, ver. 13. If gifted brethren are to labour in the Word and doctrine, to preach or teach authoritatively in the Churches;
For who reads not, that they have Rule over you, and must be so remembered, who have spoken to you the Word of the Lord? Hebrew 13.7. That such as Are to admonish you from the Lord, have Authority, and Are over you in the Lord? 1 Thebes 5.12. and must be esteemed very highly in love by you for their work sake, ver. 13. If gifted brothers Are to labour in the Word and Doctrine, to preach or teach authoritatively in the Churches;
for what hath God more cleerly ordained, than that they who preach the Gospel, should live of the Gospel, 1 Cor. 9.14. and that he that is taught in the Word communicate to him that teacheth in all good things? Gal. 6, 6. ' But I forbear any longer to rub upon this soar;
for what hath God more clearly ordained, than that they who preach the Gospel, should live of the Gospel, 1 Cor. 9.14. and that he that is taught in the Word communicate to him that Teaches in all good things? Gal. 6, 6. ' But I forbear any longer to rub upon this soar;
trusting thorow grace, that the Libertinism produced by this liberty of prophesying (as it is misnamed) will at length awaken all the people of God and preachers of the Gospell to a just averia•ion from, & abhorrence of it.
trusting thorough grace, that the Libertinism produced by this liberty of prophesying (as it is misnamed) will At length awaken all the people of God and Preachers of the Gospel to a just averia•ion from, & abhorrence of it.
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And I no way doubt but such Proph•ts at length, as run to & fro, preaching the dreams & delusions of their own hearts, shall be ashamed every one of his vision which he hath propesied,
And I no Way doubt but such Proph•ts At length, as run to & from, preaching the dreams & delusions of their own hearts, shall be ashamed every one of his vision which he hath propesied,
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for man taught me to keep cattell from my youth Zech. 13.4, 5 As for you brethren and beloved who take your selvs to be apt and able, inwardly called and competently qualified to t•ach others in the Church,
for man taught me to keep cattle from my youth Zechariah 13.4, 5 As for you brothers and Beloved who take your selves to be apt and able, inwardly called and competently qualified to t•ach Others in the Church,
Oh! be not so averse to Christs honour, the Churches happinesse, & your own comfort I but if you are indeed qualified for the Ministry, see that you have the Ministry committed to you.
Oh! be not so averse to Christ honour, the Churches happiness, & your own Comfort I but if you Are indeed qualified for the Ministry, see that you have the Ministry committed to you.
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Sirs, w•y should your proving for the Ministery seem so dreadfull? or putting into the Ministery seem no more defirable to you who professe, that this one act of the Ministry is so delicious and dear unto you? If your aims are right and abilities reall,
Sirs, w•y should your proving for the Ministry seem so dreadful? or putting into the Ministry seem no more defirable to you who profess, that this one act of the Ministry is so delicious and dear unto you? If your aims Are right and abilities real,
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nor never will be put into office, yet ordinarily did and might perform this act of office? See you not how distinct the mention is of the Prophet and righteous man? Mat. 10.42. and how frequently the Prophet is delivered in upon the Catalogue of Church-Officers, even in this same Epistle? 1 Cor. 12.28. Eph. 4.11, &c. Object Eldad and Medad (say you) do prophesie in the Camp. Numb. 11.27. Answ. True;
nor never will be put into office, yet ordinarily did and might perform this act of office? See you not how distinct the mention is of the Prophet and righteous man? Mathew 10.42. and how frequently the Prophet is Delivered in upon the Catalogue of Church-Officers, even in this same Epistle? 1 Cor. 12.28. Ephesians 4.11, etc. Object Eldad and Medad (say you) do prophesy in the Camp. Numb. 11.27. Answer True;
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But, Lo, when was it? not til the Lord took off the Spirit that was upon Moses, and it rested upon them, ver. 26. ' And who were they? Of them that were written,
But, Lo, when was it? not till the Lord took off the Spirit that was upon Moses, and it rested upon them, ver. 26. ' And who were they? Of them that were written,
but not all Prophets, 1 Cor. 12.29. The same Christ who hath made us Priests hath made us Kings too, a royall Priest-hood, 1 Pet. 2.9. We are neither properly, but in a figurative sense onely.
but not all prophets, 1 Cor. 12.29. The same christ who hath made us Priests hath made us Kings too, a royal Priesthood, 1 Pet. 2.9. We Are neither properly, but in a figurative sense only.
Oh let your families, friends, and with whom ye walk in fellowship witnesse it, and let the Word of God dwell richly in you to this purpose, Col. 3.16.
O let your families, Friends, and with whom you walk in fellowship witness it, and let the Word of God dwell richly in you to this purpose, Col. 3.16.
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as in his name and stead, to teach publickly in the assemblies of his servants? and where attention is due to him in so doing by commandment from the Lord? Hath Christ ever said to such as he hath to his office-Ministers? He that heareth you heareth me,
as in his name and stead, to teach publicly in the assemblies of his Servants? and where attention is due to him in so doing by Commandment from the Lord? Hath christ ever said to such as he hath to his office-Ministers? He that hears you hears me,
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and he that despiseth you, despiseth me, &c. Luk. 10.16. Object. But we must speak often one to another, rebuke, consider, comfort, edifie, and exhort one another;
and he that despises you, despises me, etc. Luk. 10.16. Object. But we must speak often one to Another, rebuke, Consider, Comfort, edify, and exhort one Another;
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But what is this to warrant your publick preaching in the Churches of Christ? Is there no difference between that and private Christian-converse & conferences, which grow out of charity and the communion of Saints? ' Do you, will you say,
But what is this to warrant your public preaching in the Churches of christ? Is there no difference between that and private Christian-converse & conferences, which grow out of charity and the communion of Saints? ' Do you, will you say,
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but that women among you as wel as men are intended by the Apostle in those Scriptures, whereto you allude? yet who seeth not that women must keep silence in the Churches? 1 Cor. 14.34.
but that women among you as well as men Are intended by the Apostle in those Scriptures, whereto you allude? yet who sees not that women must keep silence in the Churches? 1 Cor. 14.34.
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if you allow (what I am sure you must, and believe you do) in it's full accord with other Scriptures, that wee minister the gift we have received one to an other, every one in his own orb, in his order;
if you allow (what I am sure you must, and believe you do) in it's full accord with other Scriptures, that we minister the gift we have received one to an other, every one in his own orb, in his order;
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Publick Ministers of the Church, (in which he instanceth ver 11.) in a publick and authori•ative way, private members of the Church in a private and charitative way,
Public Ministers of the Church, (in which he Instanceth for 11.) in a public and authori•ative Way, private members of the Church in a private and charitative Way,
as did Aquila and Priscilla, Act. 18.26. ' And beyond doubt, those women that laboured with Paul in the Gospel, Phil. 4.3. for he suffered not a woman to teach in the Church, 1 Tim. 2.12.
as did Aquila and Priscilla, Act. 18.26. ' And beyond doubt, those women that laboured with Paul in the Gospel, Philip 4.3. for he suffered not a woman to teach in the Church, 1 Tim. 2.12.
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And truly otherwise, upon the same ground that you infer from this text, that every one who hath gifts for publick preaching must minister the same publickly? upon the same ground with equal• right and reason may another inter, that this gifted person must preach publickly,
And truly otherwise, upon the same ground that you infer from this text, that every one who hath Gifts for public preaching must minister the same publicly? upon the same ground with equal• right and reason may Another inter, that this gifted person must preach publicly,
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whether the Church approves him gifted, and indulgeth him this liberty or not: (and indeed where that call and compr•bation of the Church hath any foot-steps in Scripture, which some speak of, e're such shall exercise his gifts, I see not) and again, that every man who hath received gifts or abilities to administer the Sacraments,
whither the Church approves him gifted, and indulgeth him this liberty or not: (and indeed where that call and compr•bation of the Church hath any footsteps in Scripture, which Some speak of, ever such shall exercise his Gifts, I see not) and again, that every man who hath received Gifts or abilities to administer the Sacraments,
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than for preaching? and whether you are more evidently excluded by this text, or by any other from ordinary ministration of Sacraments than of sermons? But if you limit this command, according to the liberty which the words afford you, it speaks for us, and against you.
than for preaching? and whither you Are more evidently excluded by this text, or by any other from ordinary ministration of Sacraments than of Sermons? But if you limit this command, according to the liberty which the words afford you, it speaks for us, and against you.
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That as every man hath received the office (which is by gift frequently understood in Scripture, Rom. 12.6, 7. Eph. 4.8. cum 11.) so he minister, viz. according to his trust and office;
That as every man hath received the office (which is by gift frequently understood in Scripture, Rom. 12.6, 7. Ephesians 4.8. cum 11.) so he minister, viz. according to his trust and office;
which is illustrated particularly, v. 11. wherein he distinguisheth these officers or stewards, into two species or ranks, viz. such as are to speak from Christ,
which is illustrated particularly, v. 11. wherein he Distinguisheth these Officers or Stewards, into two species or ranks, viz. such as Are to speak from christ,
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and Deacons as he frequently elsewhere maketh the distribution, Phil. 1. 1 Tim. 1.3. &c. These he describeth by the most eminent acts of their office, and directeth how they shall discharge them.
and Deacons as he frequently elsewhere makes the distribution, Philip 1. 1 Tim. 1.3. etc. These he Describeth by the most eminent acts of their office, and directeth how they shall discharge them.
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True, but who were they? If you say men out of office, let us hear your proof, the onely particular man therewith mentioned is Philip, ver. 5. who was e're this ordained, Chap. 6.5, 6. and was an Evangelist Chap. 21.8 Again,
True, but who were they? If you say men out of office, let us hear your proof, the only particular man therewith mentioned is Philip, ver. 5. who was ever this ordained, Chap. 6.5, 6. and was an Evangelist Chap. 21.8 Again,
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when did they it? when the Church was all scattered abroad, which was at Jerusalem, verse 1. And is there no difference between preaching under the scattering of the Churches,
when did they it? when the Church was all scattered abroad, which was At Jerusalem, verse 1. And is there no difference between preaching under the scattering of the Churches,
For why, or where should the Apostles have stayed, if all these had been scattered abroad? Or how could Saul have been stil making havock of the Churchthere, haling men and women to prisons, v. 3. which is another probability that they were onely men in office, who went thus preaching to and fro, to which you may add the pregnancy of the expression, which Luk, maketh use of verse 4 NONLATINALPHABET, which this Evangelist hath so often and onely used of preachers by office, Act. 5.4. and 8.12. and 10.36. Luk. 8.1. and 9.6. and 20.1. as the late learned laborious and pious Assemblie do animadvert.
For why, or where should the Apostles have stayed, if all these had been scattered abroad? Or how could Saul have been still making havoc of the Churchthere, haling men and women to prisons, v. 3. which is Another probability that they were only men in office, who went thus preaching to and from, to which you may add the pregnancy of the expression, which Luk, makes use of verse 4, which this Evangelist hath so often and only used of Preachers by office, Act. 5.4. and 8.12. and 10.36. Luk. 8.1. and 9.6. and 20.1. as the late learned laborious and pious Assembly do animadvert.
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Object. ' But we find Apollos teaching the way of the Lord diligently, even in the Synagogue? Act. 18.25. True, but who was Apollos? not onely an elequent man, & mighty in the Scriptures, verse 24. but is expresly mentioned to be one of the Ministers by whom the Corinthians believed, 1 Cor. 3.5, 6. and in that regard he is owned by Paul, as his brother Apollos 1 Cor. 16.12. and ranked with him & Pet, 1 Cor. 1.12. Say you he was not put into office when he preached at Ephesus, Act. 18. but how prove you it? Surely the mention of his knowledg only of John 's baptism, i. e. his doctrine and Ministry, ver. 25, will be too slender a proof thereof;
Object. ' But we find Apollos teaching the Way of the Lord diligently, even in the Synagogue? Act. 18.25. True, but who was Apollos? not only an eloquent man, & mighty in the Scriptures, verse 24. but is expressly mentioned to be one of the Ministers by whom the Corinthians believed, 1 Cor. 3.5, 6. and in that regard he is owned by Paul, as his brother Apollos 1 Cor. 16.12. and ranked with him & Pet, 1 Cor. 1.12. Say you he was not put into office when he preached At Ephesus, Act. 18. but how prove you it? Surely the mention of his knowledge only of John is Baptism, i. e. his Doctrine and Ministry, ver. 25, will be too slender a proof thereof;
especially if you consider the other characters therewith given him, and the contracted knowledge of the Disciples of Jesus, some time after their first sending forth,
especially if you Consider the other characters therewith given him, and the contracted knowledge of the Disciples of jesus, Some time After their First sending forth,
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Object. ' Doth not Jehosophat send his princes toteach in the Cities of Judah? 2 Chron. 17, 7. and with them the Priests and Levites v. 8, and they taught in Judah, v. 9. True;
Object. ' Does not Jehoshaphat send his Princes toteach in the Cities of Judah? 2 Chronicles 17, 7. and with them the Priests and Levites v. 8, and they taught in Judah, v. 9. True;
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I am loth to speak) Surely, as I cannot but cōmend so much care on the part of the civil Magistrate, e're he invests men with the civil right of enjoying the maintenance,
I am loath to speak) Surely, as I cannot but commend so much care on the part of the civil Magistrate, ever he invests men with the civil right of enjoying the maintenance,
but that you were not solemnly approved, with prayer, fasting, and imposition of hands, who knoweth not? If your selves will but ask your approvers now,
but that you were not solemnly approved, with prayer, fasting, and imposition of hands, who Knoweth not? If your selves will but ask your approvers now,
Yet that there is something else, than the present approbation, for making one an Office-Minister, is on all hands between those of the presbyterian and Congregational perswasions assented to. '
Yet that there is something Else, than the present approbation, for making one an Office-Minister, is on all hands between those of the presbyterian and Congregational persuasions assented to. '
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Sirs, are you gifted in earnest for the Ministry? and have you not gilded over your preaching out of Office, with pretexts only? Oh! com, come, try your qualifications,
Sirs, Are you gifted in earnest for the Ministry? and have you not gilded over your preaching out of Office, with pretexts only? Oh! come, come, try your qualifications,
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ad 6. As ever we would have peace in our own bosomes, or be pure from others blood, let us with-hold nothing from our people, that is profitable for them to know,
and 6. As ever we would have peace in our own bosoms, or be pure from Others blood, let us withhold nothing from our people, that is profitable for them to know,
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' The man of God, especially in the matters of God, must not be or behave himself, only after the rate of other men. 2 Tim. 2.24. 1 Tim. 6 11. The ordinary works we perform, should leave a relish & savour of that sacred word we preach,
' The man of God, especially in the matters of God, must not be or behave himself, only After the rate of other men. 2 Tim. 2.24. 1 Tim. 6 11. The ordinary works we perform, should leave a relish & savour of that sacred word we preach,
in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity, 1 Iim. 4.12. Tit. 2, 7. 1 Pet. 5 3. He that hath my word, l•t him speak my word faithfully, what is the chaffe to the wheat saith the Lord, Jer. 23.28.
in word, in Conversation, in charity, in Spirit, in faith, in purity, 1 Iim. 4.12. Tit. 2, 7. 1 Pet. 5 3. He that hath my word, l•t him speak my word faithfully, what is the chaff to the wheat Says the Lord, Jer. 23.28.
And oh that we may shew our selves approved unto God, and workmen that need not to bee ashamed before men! 2 Tim. 2.15. Say you how should we? 1 Let us do our work convincingly;
And o that we may show our selves approved unto God, and workmen that need not to be ashamed before men! 2 Tim. 2.15. Say you how should we? 1 Let us do our work convincingly;
Let us do it with authority, like our Saviour, and not as the Scribes, Mat. 7.29. as those that are ful of power, and of judgment, and of might, by the Spirit of the Lord, Mic. 3.8.
Let us do it with Authority, like our Saviour, and not as the Scribes, Mathew 7.29. as those that Are full of power, and of judgement, and of might, by the Spirit of the Lord, Mic. 3.8.
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As that falling down on his face, he may worship God, and report that God is in us of a truth, 1 Cor. 14.24, 25. 2. Let us do our work conscientiously and sincerely;
As that falling down on his face, he may worship God, and report that God is in us of a truth, 1 Cor. 14.24, 25. 2. Let us do our work conscientiously and sincerely;
' For why else is our Commission? 1 Tim. 1.11, 12 what else is God's Command? 2 Tim. 2.15. or what lesse will be our comfort? 2 Cor. 1.12. and must be our character, 2 Cor. 2.17. 1 Be not partial towards men, how shall we then prove our selves the Ministers and Stewards of Christ? 2 Cor. 4 1, 2. who must give every one their portion of meat in due season, Luk. 12.42. Let us remember God's Covenant with Levi, Deut. 33 8, 9. and the command he hath left with us, 1 Tim. 5.21.
' For why Else is our Commission? 1 Tim. 1.11, 12 what Else is God's Command? 2 Tim. 2.15. or what less will be our Comfort? 2 Cor. 1.12. and must be our character, 2 Cor. 2.17. 1 Be not partial towards men, how shall we then prove our selves the Ministers and Stewards of christ? 2 Cor. 4 1, 2. who must give every one their portion of meat in due season, Luk. 12.42. Let us Remember God's Covenant with Levi, Deuteronomy 33 8, 9. and the command he hath left with us, 1 Tim. 5.21.
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And truly it is worth our most serious reflections upon our selvs, whether, what the Lord somtime in way of reproof told the Priests, doth not now as particularly reach us, in the midd'st of so many reproches!
And truly it is worth our most serious reflections upon our selves, whither, what the Lord sometime in Way of reproof told the Priests, does not now as particularly reach us, in the midst of so many Reproaches!
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Wee are unworthy to bee called his Officers, who are carelesse of his honour, and unworthy that hee should have a care of ours, 1 Sam. 2.30. Sirs, let us not preach our selves, but Jesus the Lord, 2 Cor. 4.5.
we Are unworthy to be called his Officers, who Are careless of his honour, and unworthy that he should have a care of ours, 1 Sam. 2.30. Sirs, let us not preach our selves, but jesus the Lord, 2 Cor. 4.5.
As of sincerity, as of God, in the sight of God, so let us speak in Christ, 2 Cor. 2.17. What I would we please men? how are we then the servants of Christ? Col 1.10.
As of sincerity, as of God, in the sighed of God, so let us speak in christ, 2 Cor. 2.17. What I would we please men? how Are we then the Servants of christ? Col 1.10.
but God, who trieth our hearts, 1 Thes. 2.4. 3. Let us do our work couragiously & strenuously, without despondency or shrinking, without dejection or sinking.
but God, who trieth our hearts, 1 Thebes 2.4. 3. Let us do our work courageously & strenuously, without despondency or shrinking, without dejection or sinking.
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What should baulk or brow-beat us, who have such an authority to warrant us, and such almightinesse with us, to work all our works in us and for us? 2 Tim. 1.11, 12. Were wee private men,
What should balk or browbeat us, who have such an Authority to warrant us, and such almightiness with us, to work all our works in us and for us? 2 Tim. 1.11, 12. Were we private men,
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or went wee but upon a private message, well might our hearts m•ditate terrors. But being Officers of Christ, and such as hee will own to the worlds end,
or went we but upon a private message, well might our hearts m•ditate terrors. But being Officers of christ, and such as he will own to the world's end,
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to whom is given all power both in heaven and earth, a• he ••lls us for our encouragement, Mat 28.18, 19, 20. How would we have born to have stood at the bar? or have sate in the stocks? or have been scourged at the Whipping-poast with our predecessors? yet were they bold in our God, to speak the Gospell of God, wi•h much contention 1 Ihes. 2.4. and waxed the bolder, by their own and others bounds, Phil. 1.14. Act. 4.29. 4 Let us do our Ministeriall work carefully and diligently:
to whom is given all power both in heaven and earth, a• he ••lls us for our encouragement, Mathew 28.18, 19, 20. How would we have born to have stood At the bar? or have sat in the stocks? or have been scourged At the Whipping-post with our predecessors? yet were they bold in our God, to speak the Gospel of God, wi•h much contention 1 Ihes. 2.4. and waxed the bolder, by their own and Others bounds, Philip 1.14. Act. 4.29. 4 Let us do our Ministerial work carefully and diligently:
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and who are to give our selvs wholly to the word. 1 Tim. 4.15. Oh how puz••ng and perplexing would such questions as these be, if Christ should put them unto us.
and who Are to give our selves wholly to the word. 1 Tim. 4.15. O how puz••ng and perplexing would such questions as these be, if christ should put them unto us.
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either weary of our callings, or wasting our time to and fro about lower concernments? Sirs, are not we the souldiers of Christ? No man that warreth intangleth himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a souldier, 2 Tim. 2.4. Wee have Sanctuary work to attend.
either weary of our callings, or wasting our time to and from about lower concernments? Sirs, Are not we the Soldiers of christ? No man that Warreth intangleth himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier, 2 Tim. 2.4. we have Sanctuary work to attend.
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because the anointing oyl of the Lord was upon hem: because they were solemnly appointed to this work and office, Levit. 10.7. and 21.11, 12. and 8.35.
Because the anointing oil of the Lord was upon hem: Because they were solemnly appointed to this work and office, Levit. 10.7. and 21.11, 12. and 8.35.
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And shall we leave the Word of the Lord, and serve the times? or be securing trifles in comparison of eternity, with the miscarriage of our peoples souls? Oh! let us stir up the gift of God that is in us!
And shall we leave the Word of the Lord, and serve the times? or be securing trifles in comparison of eternity, with the miscarriage of our peoples Souls? Oh! let us stir up the gift of God that is in us!
and to revive and blow up whatsoever is of love or zeal in us, to a vigorous execution of our office, 2 Tim. 1.6. Are wee Officers of Christ, and in his Church? Surely wee had need ply our businesse hard.
and to revive and blow up whatsoever is of love or zeal in us, to a vigorous execution of our office, 2 Tim. 1.6. are we Officers of christ, and in his Church? Surely we had need ply our business hard.
Nor can we (likely) be too busie in our office, who have (I am sure) the highest charge, the heaviest account, the hardest work, and the hottest warfare, (i) 2 Tim. 2.3, 4. Sect. 2. This truth calleth upon you over whom God hath set or committed, or shall this day commit such officers.
Nor can we (likely) be too busy in our office, who have (I am sure) the highest charge, the Heaviest account, the Hardest work, and the hottest warfare, (i) 2 Tim. 2.3, 4. Sect. 2. This truth calls upon you over whom God hath Set or committed, or shall this day commit such Officers.
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And therefore how should you submit your selves? and obey them, so far as they rule over you in the Lord? that they may give up their account with joy, and not with grief;
And Therefore how should you submit your selves? and obey them, so Far as they Rule over you in the Lord? that they may give up their account with joy, and not with grief;
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What though such have been, or now shall be outwardly appointed by men, yet are they allowed of God to be put in trust with the Gospel, 1 Thes. 2.4. with Act. 13.2, 3. Beloved, those who are ordained of men according to God's Ordinance, are yet God's Officers, God's Ministers.
What though such have been, or now shall be outwardly appointed by men, yet Are they allowed of God to be put in trust with the Gospel, 1 Thebes 2.4. with Act. 13.2, 3. beloved, those who Are ordained of men according to God's Ordinance, Are yet God's Officers, God's Ministers.
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What else doth Paul assure us of the Elders, or ordinary Pastors and Teachers of the Church of Ephesus? (which because ordinary, could not be immediately put into office:) The Holy Ghost made them overseers, Act. 20.28.
What Else does Paul assure us of the Elders, or ordinary Pastors and Teachers of the Church of Ephesus? (which Because ordinary, could not be immediately put into office:) The Holy Ghost made them Overseers, Act. 20.28.
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Or what else doth he affirm of those of the Church at Colosse? In his mention of Epaphras; 'tis, our dear fellow-servant, who is for you a faithful Minister of Christ, Col. 1.7.
Or what Else does he affirm of those of the Church At Colosse? In his mention of Epaphras; it's, our dear Fellow servant, who is for you a faithful Minister of christ, Col. 1.7.
let a man so account of us as of the Ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God, 1 Cor. 4.1. I say as Ministers of Christ, not of the Commonwealth, not of Antichrist.
let a man so account of us as of the Ministers of christ, and Stewards of the Mysteres of God, 1 Cor. 4.1. I say as Ministers of christ, not of the Commonwealth, not of Antichrist.
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I know there is a common reproach rolled upon the Ministry in England, as if we were no other than Priests of Baal, limbs of Antichrist, Antichristian Priests &c. So much unbridled are the spirits and speech of many, that would seem to bee religious,
I know there is a Common reproach rolled upon the Ministry in England, as if we were no other than Priests of Baal, limbs of Antichrist, Antichristian Priests etc. So much unbridled Are the spirits and speech of many, that would seem to be religious,
as have been the zealous and strict Ministery in England, and still are to this day? Oh! how can you more honour, more help up Antichrist? or hurl more dirt and disgrace in the face of Jesus Christ? than by calling those Ministers Antichristian, who have been and are so powerfully able,
as have been the zealous and strict Ministry in England, and still Are to this day? Oh! how can you more honour, more help up Antichrist? or hurl more dirt and disgrace in the face of jesus christ? than by calling those Ministers Antichristian, who have been and Are so powerfully able,
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unto Christ through the Gospel? and that are built up in communion with him through their Ministry in the Gospel? Built up, not in aëry speculations and dotage, about questions and strifes of words;
unto christ through the Gospel? and that Are built up in communion with him through their Ministry in the Gospel? Built up, not in aery speculations and dotage, about questions and strifes of words;
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and such as consent not to wholesome words, 1 Tim. 6.3, 4, 5. But lo, multitudes built up, through the good hand of God upon the gracious Ministry in England, in the reall abhorrency of sin, the rich anointings of the Spirit, in the life of faith, the labour of love, in the power of sanctification, poverty of spirit, in heavenliness of their minds within, and holiness of manners without:
and such as consent not to wholesome words, 1 Tim. 6.3, 4, 5. But lo, Multitudes built up, through the good hand of God upon the gracious Ministry in England, in the real abhorrency of since, the rich anointings of the Spirit, in the life of faith, the labour of love, in the power of sanctification, poverty of Spirit, in heavenliness of their minds within, and holiness of manners without:
Need we, as some others, Epistles of commendation to you? or letters of cōmendation from you? Yee are our Epistle writen in our hearts, known and read of all men.
Need we, as Some Others, Epistles of commendation to you? or letters of commendation from you? Ye Are our Epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men.
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not in tables of stone, but in fleshly tables of the heart 2 Cor. 3.1, 2.3. What is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoycing? are not even ye, in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ, at his comming? 1 Thes. 2.19.
not in tables of stone, but in fleshly tables of the heart 2 Cor. 3.1, 2.3. What is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even you, in the presence of our Lord jesus christ, At his coming? 1 Thebes 2.19.
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but we are antichristian? however we cloak it over, or cover it up? But sirs, upon what reason? whence riseth it? Are we put into the Ministry by antichrist? No,
but we Are Antichristian? however we cloak it over, or cover it up? But Sirs, upon what reason? whence Riseth it? are we put into the Ministry by antichrist? No,
Are we protected in our ministry by antichrist? Nor this, unlesse the croakings of those froggs which come out of his mouth, the contradictions, calumnies and comminations of his Priests & Jesuites (which have immixed themselves with separatists of all sorts) be our shield and protection.
are we protected in our Ministry by antichrist? Nor this, unless the croakings of those frogs which come out of his Mouth, the contradictions, calumnies and comminations of his Priests & Jesuits (which have immixed themselves with separatists of all sorts) be our shield and protection.
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what else doth the Book of Matyrs attest? and the bonds, blood and ashes of Holy Bradford, Sanders, Rogers, and the rest in Q. M. daies? On the other hand.
what Else does the Book of Martyrs attest? and the bonds, blood and Ashes of Holy Bradford, Sanders, Rogers, and the rest in Q. M. days? On the other hand.
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Hath not the power of Christ •e•n eminently active by, and apparent in the zealous Ministry of England? Ark others else? If I may not appeal to your own consciencies:
Hath not the power of christ •e•n eminently active by, and apparent in the zealous Ministry of England? Ark Others Else? If I may not appeal to your own Consciences:
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whether their sermons have not fallen like thunder and lightning upon them? and the weapons of their warfare have not been mighty, through God, to the pulling down of strong holds? and pierced even to the dividing asunder of soul & spirit? Nay once more, have there not been,
whither their Sermons have not fallen like thunder and lightning upon them? and the weapons of their warfare have not been mighty, through God, to the pulling down of strong holds? and pierced even to the dividing asunder of soul & Spirit? Nay once more, have there not been,
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and yet are the prints & characters of the Ministers of Christ eminently found upon the zealous Ministers of England? compare them else, with these Epistles to Timothy and Titus. Sirs, what else have been and are their dispositions and qualifications fo• the Ministry,
and yet Are the prints & characters of the Ministers of christ eminently found upon the zealous Ministers of England? compare them Else, with these Epistles to Timothy and Titus. Sirs, what Else have been and Are their dispositions and qualifications fo• the Ministry,
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Lastly what else the doctrine which they did and do still minister, but such as Christ and his Apostles preached? ' And are we yet Antichristian? Whence,
Lastly what Else the Doctrine which they did and do still minister, but such as christ and his Apostles preached? ' And Are we yet Antichristian? Whence,
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or why is it? Do you tel us we were ordained by Bishops (at least severall of us) and these are antichristian? But Sirs, if you can content your selves with so littlecharity, I must,
or why is it? Do you tell us we were ordained by Bishops (At least several of us) and these Are Antichristian? But Sirs, if you can content your selves with so littlecharity, I must,
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and do count it my duty to labour for more honesty, than to brand those holy and learned men with being Antichristian, who first brought us from under the yoak of Antichrist,
and do count it my duty to labour for more honesty, than to brand those holy and learned men with being Antichristian, who First brought us from under the yoke of Antichrist,
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And I doubt not but many others since would have sealed the same cause, upon the same call, with their choicest blood, whose works and writings for piety and against Popery, wil speak for them among the living,
And I doubt not but many Others since would have sealed the same cause, upon the same call, with their Choicest blood, whose works and writings for piety and against Popery, will speak for them among the living,
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that all those are Antichristian too, who were ordained by Bishops: unlesse you will happily call your lease or land Antichristian, because this was derived from,
that all those Are Antichristian too, who were ordained by Bishops: unless you will happily call your lease or land Antichristian, Because this was derived from,
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with what right, or by what rule shall the same man ordained by this Bishop be rejected for an Officer of Antichrist? If this Bishop loveth to have the preheminence, over the other Presbyters in Ordination,
with what right, or by what Rule shall the same man ordained by this Bishop be rejected for an Officer of Antichrist? If this Bishop loves to have the pre-eminence, over the other Presbyters in Ordination,
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Say you yet that our Ministry in England is Antichristian, because our ordmation came from Rome, from Antichrist? If so, you may not be offended if I tell you, that this charge is either utterly fall, or very fallacious.
Say you yet that our Ministry in England is Antichristian, Because our ordmation Come from Room, from Antichrist? If so, you may not be offended if I tell you, that this charge is either utterly fallen, or very fallacious.
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Would you attempt the proof of England's conversion and Ministry to have come originally from Rome? you may indeed gratifie the Jesuites who have been long striving in this subject, but with no success:
Would you attempt the proof of England's conversion and Ministry to have come originally from Room? you may indeed gratify the Jesuits who have been long striving in this Subject, but with no success:
and by that time you will easily resolve, that these were not from Rome, and if you please to read on, may soon inform your self what stout champiōs against Rome's apostacy, have been usually found among our English Ministry.
and by that time you will Easily resolve, that these were not from Room, and if you please to read on, may soon inform your self what stout champions against Rome's apostasy, have been usually found among our English Ministry.
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though it is true it hath miserably been contaminated by Antichrist, as what office or ordinance in the Church hath not? Now that we must part with an ordinance of Christ,
though it is true it hath miserably been contaminated by Antichrist, as what office or Ordinance in the Church hath not? Now that we must part with an Ordinance of christ,
Must the Jews cast away the golden vessels of Sion, becaus they had been quafft in, in the literal [ the figure of this mysticall ] Babylon? or must they not rather carry them back, in•o the Temple in Jerusalem, which was a type of Jesus.
Must the jews cast away the golden vessels of Sion, Because they had been quafft in, in the literal [ the figure of this mystical ] Babylon? or must they not rather carry them back, in•o the Temple in Jerusalem, which was a type of jesus.
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yea, and farewell the offices of Christ too, for upon which of these hath he not been and stil is an usurper? But blessed be God, all the cunning and commixtures of Antichrist are not able to vacate one constitution of Jesus Christ.
yea, and farewell the Offices of christ too, for upon which of these hath he not been and still is an usurper? But blessed be God, all the cunning and commixtures of Antichrist Are not able to vacate one constitution of jesus christ.
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Baptism and the Lord's Supper, notwithstanding all his usurpations and additions, have been, and still are, the blessed Ordinances of our Lord & Saviour,
Baptism and the Lord's Supper, notwithstanding all his usurpations and additions, have been, and still Are, the blessed Ordinances of our Lord & Saviour,
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the Scripture prescribing this as the onely course of putting men into office, Tit. 1.5. &c. and never promising such office-Ministers since the Apostles days, as shal be without ordination to the Ministry.
the Scripture prescribing this as the only course of putting men into office, Tit. 1.5. etc. and never promising such office-Ministers since the Apostles days, as shall be without ordination to the Ministry.
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Come then beloved, suffer not your selves to be detained with such prejudices, or be drawn aside with such pretexts from the ordained and office-Ministers of Jesus.
Come then Beloved, suffer not your selves to be detained with such prejudices, or be drawn aside with such pretexts from the ordained and office-Ministers of jesus.
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But receiv such in the Lord with all gladness, and hold them in reputation, Phil. 2.29. neither making nor taking up false reports against them, neither refusing to hear, nor to honour them;
But receive such in the Lord with all gladness, and hold them in reputation, Philip 2.29. neither making nor taking up false reports against them, neither refusing to hear, nor to honour them;
In this regard, Paul tells Philemon that he oweth him his very self, Phil. 19. If you enquire of the best of Ministers as men, Elias, one of the loftiest Prophets is a man of like passions, Jam. 5.17. Alas!
In this regard, Paul tells Philemon that he owes him his very self, Philip 19. If you inquire of the best of Ministers as men, Elias, one of the Loftiest prophets is a man of like passion, Jam. 5.17. Alas!
wee have the same Devill to assault us, the same deceitfull world to allure us, and the same desparately wicked heart to assist to them, and betray us.
we have the same devil to assault us, the same deceitful world to allure us, and the same desperately wicked heart to assist to them, and betray us.
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But if you enquire of us as Ministers, wee are fellow-helpers concerning you, 2 Cor. 8.23. overseers of you, Act. 20.28. that are to rule over you, Heb. 13.7, 17. and are over you in the Lord, 1 Thes 5.12. We are fellow-workers unto the kingdom of God, workers together with God, 1 Cor. 6.1. Embassadours for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us, 2 Cor. 5.20.
But if you inquire of us as Ministers, we Are Fellow-helpers Concerning you, 2 Cor. 8.23. Overseers of you, Act. 20.28. that Are to Rule over you, Hebrew 13.7, 17. and Are over you in the Lord, 1 These 5.12. We Are Fellow-workers unto the Kingdom of God, workers together with God, 1 Cor. 6.1. ambassadors for christ, as though God did beseech you by us, 2 Cor. 5.20.
Let me therefore Christians say this unto you, especially of the Congregations concerned in those, which are solemnly to be set apart to the office and work of the Ministry this day,
Let me Therefore Christians say this unto you, especially of the Congregations concerned in those, which Are solemnly to be Set apart to the office and work of the Ministry this day,
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as Paul said of Timotheus unto the Corinthians, with a very little change, 1 Cor. 16.10, 11. If Timotheus, if these come to you, see that they may be with you without fear,
as Paul said of Timothy unto the Corinthians, with a very little change, 1 Cor. 16.10, 11. If Timothy, if these come to you, see that they may be with you without Fear,
1 Tim. 1 18. cum 2 Tim. 1.14. Lu. 12 48. NONLATINALPHABET. The ophylactus hoc discrimen constituit in verbis NONLATINALPHABET. Illud accipit de miraculorū doni, boc verò de Minillerio. vi de•plura apud Bezam ad loc. & Leigh. Crit. sac. ad verbum.
1 Tim. 1 18. cum 2 Tim. 1.14. Lu. 12 48.. The ophylactus hoc discrimen Constituted in verbis. Illud accipit de miraculorū doni, boc verò de Minillerio. vi de•plura apud Bezam ad loc. & Leigh. Crit. sac. ad verbum.
Quamvis quoad modum & gradum extraordinarii Ministri nullos habent successores, quoad ipsam tamen essentiam administrationis, eodem officio funguntur Ministri Ordinarii versus Ecclesiam, quo extraordinarii olim fungebantur Ames. Medu. Theol. lib. 1. ca. 35. n. 4.
Quamvis quoad modum & Gradum extraordinarii Ministri nullos habent successores, quoad ipsam tamen essentiam administrationis, Eodem Officio funguntur Ministri Ordinarii versus Church, quo extraordinarii Once fungebantur Ames. Medu. Theology lib. 1. circa 35. n. 4.
A.B. Whitgift against Cartwright, p. 383. Anselm in 1 Tim. 3. B. Bridges of the Princes Supremacy p. 255. B. Bilson against Seminaries lib. 1. p. 318. see B. Jewel against Harding Def of the Apolog. par. 2. ch. 3. divis. & chap 9. divis. 1. & B. Morton Cathol Apol. par. 1. ch. 33.
A.B Whitgift against Cartwright, p. 383. Anselm in 1 Tim. 3. B. Bridges of the Princes Supremacy p. 255. B. Bilson against Seminaries lib. 1. p. 318. see B. Jewel against Harding Def of the Apology par. 2. changed. 3. divis. & chap 9. divis. 1. & B. Mortonum Cathol Apollinarian par. 1. changed. 33.
Ostorod in Instit. c. 42. Th. Nicholaid. in desens. Tract. so cui de Eccl. c. 1. Schmaltz. in resert. Thes. D Frantz. per. 2. disput. 4.
Ostorod in Institutio c. 42. Th. Nicholaid. in Desens. Tract. so cui de Ecclesiastes c. 1. Schmaltz. in resert. Thebes WORSER Frantz. per. 2. dispute. 4.
Hujus, Ministerij jus per homines Communicare sol•t, at { que } i•â ratione vocatio ordinarii Ministri est mediata. Hoc autem sic est intellgendum, ut authoritas administrandi res divinas à Deo immediatè communicetur ministris omnibus legitimis, & designatio personarum in quas confertur fiat per Ecclesiam. Ames. Medul. Theol. l. 1. c. 35. n. 5. & 6.
Hujus, Ministerij jus per homines Communicare sol•t, At { que } i•â ratione Vocatio ordinarii Ministri est mediata. Hoc autem sic est intellgendum, ut Authoritas administrandi Rest divinas à God immediatè communicetur Ministris omnibus legitimis, & Designatio personarum in quas confertur fiat per Church. Ames. Medul. Theology l. 1. c. 35. n. 5. & 6.
NONLATINALPHABET i.e. To stretch out the hand; which is still done in Ordination, with imposition of hands. Nor can there much more be evinced by the usage of this word in this place, if there be any worth in that observation of learned Stephanus, that it signifieth not to give suffrage, but to create, ordain, &c. when it governs an accusarive case, as here it doth. NONLATINALPHABET Steph. Thesaur Ling. graec. ad verbum NONLATINALPHABET.
i.e. To stretch out the hand; which is still done in Ordination, with imposition of hands. Nor can there much more be evinced by the usage of this word in this place, if there be any worth in that observation of learned Stephanus, that it signifies not to give suffrage, but to create, ordain, etc. when it governs an accusarive case, as Here it does. Stephen Thesaur Ling. Greek. ad verbum.
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NONLATINALPHABET est prop••è explorare qualis in se res sit, & a diversis aut contrariis discernere inquit Pareus. Nec solummodo probare, sed approbare signisicat, ut po•• perspectum, sic apud Luc. 14.19. & 1 Pet. 1.7. & Phil. 1.10. & 1 Thes. 2.4 & apud Plutarc. de Instit. liber. NONLATINALPHABET.
est prop••è explorare qualis in se Rest sit, & a diversis Or contrariis discernere inquit Pareus. Nec solummodo Probare, said approbare signisicat, ut po•• perspectum, sic apud Luke 14.19. & 1 Pet. 1.7. & Philip 1.10. & 1 Thebes 2.4 & apud Plutarch. de Institutio liber..
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Isti duo versus ( sc. 9.10) per pareath•sin l•guntur, nam mox ve•su 11. r•dit ad supe•iora, hoc est, ad explicanda dona aliquo• de qu b•s dixerat in genere, dedit dona hominibus Zanch. ad Ephes. 4.10
Isti duo versus (sc. 9.10) per pareath•sin l•guntur, nam mox ve•su 11. r•dit ad supe•iora, hoc est, ad explicanda dona aliquo• de queen b•s Dixerat in genere, dedit dona hominibus Zanchius ad Ephesians 4.10
