The head of the church, the iudge of the vvorld. Or, The doctrine of the day of iudgement briefely opened and applyed in a sermon preached before the Right Honourable, the House of Peers; in the Abby-Church at Westminster, on a publike fast day, Ian. 27. 1646. By Lazarus Seaman Preacher at Allhallowes Breadstreat London. One of the Assembly of Divines.
A SERMON PREACHED Before the Right Honourable the House of Peeres, on a Publique Fast Day, January 27. 1646. ACTS. 17. part of the 30th. together with the 31. ver.
A SERMON PREACHED Before the Right Honourable the House of Peers, on a Public Fast Day, January 27. 1646. ACTS. 17. part of the 30th. together with the 31. ver.
Because he hath appointed a day in the which he will judge the world in righteousnesse, by that man whom he hath ordained, whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.
Because he hath appointed a day in the which he will judge the world in righteousness, by that man whom he hath ordained, whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.
THe end whereunto that solemne day of fasting once a yeare under the Law, was appointed unto the Jewes is said to be for atonement, to afflict their soules,
THe end whereunto that solemn day of fasting once a year under the Law, was appointed unto the Jews is said to be for atonement, to afflict their Souls,
But this is our comfort under the Gospell, our atonement is already wrought out by him who is the propitiation for sin, and our Advocate with God, the High priest of our profession .
But this is our Comfort under the Gospel, our atonement is already wrought out by him who is the propitiation for since, and our Advocate with God, the High priest of our profession.
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Yet we have still need to afflict our soules, to humble our selves, and not to rest in the formalitie of hanging downe our head like a bulrush for a day,
Yet we have still need to afflict our Souls, to humble our selves, and not to rest in the formality of hanging down our head like a bulrush for a day,
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but to be alwaies repenting, yea to bring forth fruits meet for repentance , for now God would have all men everywhere to repent, &c. 1. Now, even in the times of the Gospell,
but to be always repenting, yea to bring forth fruits meet for Repentance, for now God would have all men everywhere to Repent, etc. 1. Now, even in the times of the Gospel,
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but imagine your selves to be the men of Athens, and that you heard some son of thunder, Paul himselfe, who made Faelix tremble when he heard of Judgement to come .
but imagine your selves to be the men of Athens, and that you herd Some son of thunder, Paul himself, who made Felix tremble when he herd of Judgement to come.
If neither the inferiour Ministers of the Gospell, nor those twelve, Who must sit upon twelve thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel, were worthy to be heard,
If neither the inferior Ministers of the Gospel, nor those twelve, Who must fit upon twelve thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel, were worthy to be herd,
yet next to Christ himselfe, such a one is worthy of all acceptation. The place where he preach'd in generall was Athens, famous for learning and policie;
yet next to christ himself, such a one is worthy of all acceptation. The place where he preached in general was Athens, famous for learning and policy;
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Some thinke the Judges were not present, and it is the more probable because the Apostle was so fairly dismiss'd, ver. 33. Yet why did the multitude bring him of purpose to that place, ver. 19. but because he seemed to be a setter forth of strange Gods, ver. 18. and consequently deserved a like condemnation with Socrates, who had been put to death among them for a like crime.
some think the Judges were not present, and it is the more probable Because the Apostle was so fairly dismissed, ver. 33. Yet why did the multitude bring him of purpose to that place, ver. 19. but Because he seemed to be a setter forth of strange God's, ver. 18. and consequently deserved a like condemnation with Socrates, who had been put to death among them for a like crime.
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This is certaine Dionysius the Areopagite was one of his converts, and therefore he at least, (and probably some others of his ranke) were his hearers, ver. 34. The number of those who became believers by this Sermon was but small.
This is certain Dionysius the Areopagite was one of his converts, and Therefore he At least, (and probably Some Others of his rank) were his hearers, ver. 34. The number of those who became believers by this Sermon was but small.
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yet as Iohn Hus dream'd concerning the Images painted in the Church of Bethlehem at Prauge, others shall arise and make a more lively portraicture of the same thing;
yet as John Hus dreamed Concerning the Images painted in the Church of Bethlehem At Prauge, Others shall arise and make a more lively portraiture of the same thing;
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or this will be instead of consolation, that among them who spent their time in nothing else but either to tell or heare some new thing, (ver. 21.) Paul himselfe converted but a few.
or this will be instead of consolation, that among them who spent their time in nothing Else but either to tell or hear Some new thing, (ver. 21.) Paul himself converted but a few.
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because so like the spirit of Elias, Iohn the Baptist, or Paul, transcendents among Preachers. Secondly, Instruction tendred. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you.
Because so like the Spirit of Elias, John the Baptist, or Paul, transcendents among Preachers. Secondly, Instruction tendered. Whom Therefore you ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you.
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He begins like Demosthenes or Aeschines, with his NONLATINALPHABET Men of Athens, a title accepted of and affected among the Athenians. Ministers must have leave to make out all their advantages.
He begins like Demosthenes or Aeschines, with his Men of Athens, a title accepted of and affected among the Athenians. Ministers must have leave to make out all their advantages.
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See how he aggravates their sinne, Superstitious, too superstitious, too superstitious in all things. He speakes not of other mens sinnes, but of theirs.
See how he aggravates their sin, Superstitious, too superstitious, too superstitious in all things. He speaks not of other men's Sins, but of theirs.
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Where was all this while the learning and wisdome of the Philosophers, that none of them had one word to reply? How forcible are right words? Errour may obtaine long, but truth prevailes at last.
Where was all this while the learning and Wisdom of the Philosophers, that none of them had one word to reply? How forcible Are right words? Error may obtain long, but truth prevails At last.
Though the Apostle was full of zeale, yet he is not transported, or without compassion. He qualifies the sharpnesse of his reprofe with many mitigations:
Though the Apostle was full of zeal, yet he is not transported, or without compassion. He Qualifies the sharpness of his reproof with many mitigations:
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Yet afterward he saith to the same persons, who were not pricked as the former, And now Brethren I wot that through ignorance ye did it, as also did your Rulers
Yet afterwards he Says to the same Persons, who were not pricked as the former, And now Brothers I wot that through ignorance you did it, as also did your Rulers
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How comfortably Samuel speaks unto the people of Israel when they seemed a little sensible of their great sinne in asking a King, may be read at large.
How comfortably Samuel speaks unto the people of Israel when they seemed a little sensible of their great sin in asking a King, may be read At large.
But what shall become of them whom neither Law nor Gospel, threatnings nor promises, judgements nor mercies prevaile upon? All is one whether you handle them with the rough hands of Esau,
But what shall become of them whom neither Law nor Gospel, threatenings nor promises, Judgments nor Mercies prevail upon? All is one whither you handle them with the rough hands of Esau,
because as the Holy Ghost composed it, so it seemed good unto him not onely to take notes as Paul preached it (pardon this phrase for once) but also to leave them upon record,
Because as the Holy Ghost composed it, so it seemed good unto him not only to take notes as Paul preached it (pardon this phrase for once) but also to leave them upon record,
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For the words read in the beginning, we have therein these three things to bè observed. 1. A Doctrine propounded. 2. A proofe annexed. 3. One use specified.
For the words read in the beginning, we have therein these three things to bè observed. 1. A Doctrine propounded. 2. A proof annexed. 3. One use specified.
In the generall Doctrine (for it's very full and comprehensive) these particular points are twisted together in one. 1. There shall be a day of judgement.
In the general Doctrine (for it's very full and comprehensive) these particular points Are twisted together in one. 1. There shall be a day of judgement.
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There must be a day wherein that great worke shall begin, and for the continuance of it, that is to be measured by the nature of the thing, and the Counsell of God.
There must be a day wherein that great work shall begin, and for the Continuance of it, that is to be measured by the nature of the thing, and the Counsel of God.
then the nameing of eternall judgement proves that it shall continue for ever. When those thousand yeares are expired Satan shall be loosed out of prison.
then the naming of Eternal judgement Proves that it shall continue for ever. When those thousand Years Are expired Satan shall be loosed out of prison.
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vers. 9. But how agrees this with that of Paul, the last enemy that shall be destroyed is Death? For wherein is death destroyed but in the resurrection of the just?
vers. 9. But how agrees this with that of Paul, the last enemy that shall be destroyed is Death? For wherein is death destroyed but in the resurrection of the just?
The word NONLATINALPHABET to judge, as 'tis used in Scripture is very comprehensive, and signifies either singly to inquire or examine a cause, Luk. 12. 14. to give sentence or determine, 1 Cor. 5. 3. to absolve, Gen. 30. 6. to punish and censure evill doers, 2 Pet. 2. 9. to condemne, Math. 7. 1. to deliver the afflicted and oppressed, Heb. 10. 30. Psal. 26. 1. Luk. 7. 51. to reward the righteous or wicked according to their workes, Eccles. 3. 17. to reigne as a King, 1 Sam. 8. 5.
The word to judge, as it's used in Scripture is very comprehensive, and signifies either singly to inquire or examine a cause, Luk. 12. 14. to give sentence or determine, 1 Cor. 5. 3. to absolve, Gen. 30. 6. to Punish and censure evil doers, 2 Pet. 2. 9. to condemn, Math. 7. 1. to deliver the afflicted and oppressed, Hebrew 10. 30. Psalm 26. 1. Luk. 7. 51. to reward the righteous or wicked according to their works, Eccles. 3. 17. to Reign as a King, 1 Sam. 8. 5.
Or else it includes these and all other actions of like nature in one, and so I understand it in the Text. There shall at that day an account be given, Mat. 12. 36. Some are set forth as ready to justifie themselves, and others to condemne themselves .
Or Else it includes these and all other actions of like nature in one, and so I understand it in the Text. There shall At that day an account be given, Mathew 12. 36. some Are Set forth as ready to justify themselves, and Others to condemn themselves.
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3. What kinde of day shall this be, for the properties of it, to cite all texts out of the Old Testament which the Fathers apply this way, and to insist on them ▪ or to speake of the signes foregoing,
3. What kind of day shall this be, for the properties of it, to Cite all texts out of the Old Testament which the Father's apply this Way, and to insist on them ▪ or to speak of the Signs foregoing,
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onely in generall, the day it selfe, in the whole worke of it, shall be a day of the revelation of the righteous judgement of God, which implies not onely what, but why he shall judge, in way of mercy or otherwise.
only in general, the day it self, in the Whole work of it, shall be a day of the Revelation of the righteous judgement of God, which Implies not only what, but why he shall judge, in Way of mercy or otherwise.
when they doe most strongly apprehend, that they that are to leave this world, if it be not from an inward conviction, that it is appointed unto men once to dye,
when they do most strongly apprehend, that they that Are to leave this world, if it be not from an inward conviction, that it is appointed unto men once to die,
we have here but a darke apprehension either of God or of his workes. And there are many errours, unrighteousnesses and oppressions, even among Magistrates:
we have Here but a dark apprehension either of God or of his works. And there Are many errors, Unrighteousnesses and oppressions, even among Magistrates:
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The best answer to all objections raised from this ground, is by asserting a future judgement. 3. There be many mysteries and Labyrinths of providence.
The best answer to all objections raised from this ground, is by asserting a future judgement. 3. There be many Mysteres and Labyrinths of providence.
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The way of promise is very expresse, The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, saies Peter while he is speaking of the second comming of Christ; and answering their objections who say, where is the promise of his comming? And if God be either,
The Way of promise is very express, The Lord is not slack Concerning his promise, Says Peter while he is speaking of the second coming of christ; and answering their objections who say, where is the promise of his coming? And if God be either,
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If his merce were so great that he should repent of the evill intended, (though that be but to dream with Origen) yet even that greatnesse of his mercy would make the judgement so much the more necessary for the good of his Elect.
If his merce were so great that he should Repent of the evil intended, (though that be but to dream with Origen) yet even that greatness of his mercy would make the judgement so much the more necessary for the good of his Elect.
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Our swarmes of evill thoughts, and lusts, our simulations and dissimulations (as one distinguishes ) and all wicked desires, devices and purposes shall then be disclosed,
Our swarms of evil thoughts, and Lustiest, our simulations and dissimulations (as one Distinguishes) and all wicked Desires, devices and Purposes shall then be disclosed,
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And where shall the sinner and ungodly appeare, when the righteous are scarcely saved? But the poore and meeke of the earth shall there be pleaded for, and avenged . Therefore thirdly.
And where shall the sinner and ungodly appear, when the righteous Are scarcely saved? But the poor and meek of the earth shall there be pleaded for, and avenged. Therefore Thirdly.
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Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought we to be in all holy conversation and godlinesse, Looking for and hastening unto the coming of the day of God? Labour we therefore both for truth in the inward parts;
Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of Persons ought we to be in all holy Conversation and godliness, Looking for and hastening unto the coming of the day of God? Labour we Therefore both for truth in the inward parts;
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2. Let them beware of all corruptions in judgement, to respect persons, take bribes, directly or indirectly, neglect the cry of the widdowes and Fatherlesse, with hold good from the owners thereof, protract causes, (and so to make the remedy worse then the disease,) to be partiall, to prefer private interest before publike, are all abominations in the sight of God.
2. Let them beware of all corruptions in judgement, to respect Persons, take Bribes, directly or indirectly, neglect the cry of the widow's and Fatherless, with hold good from the owners thereof, protract Causes, (and so to make the remedy Worse then the disease,) to be partial, to prefer private Interest before public, Are all abominations in the sighed of God.
It's a common out-cry, that these sins are to be found else-where then at the councell Table, in the Star-chamber, or High-Commission, and Ecclesiasticall Courts.
It's a Common outcry, that these Sins Are to be found elsewhere then At the council Table, in the Star chamber, or Highcommission, and Ecclesiastical Courts.
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Hath not the wrath of God been sufficiently revealed from heaven, against the ungodlinesse and unrighteousnesse of men in this kinde? what means then the lowing of the Oxen, and bleating of the sheepe in ours eares, that persons are changed in the exercise of authority,
Hath not the wrath of God been sufficiently revealed from heaven, against the ungodliness and unrighteousness of men in this kind? what means then the lowing of the Oxen, and bleating of the sheep in ours ears, that Persons Are changed in the exercise of Authority,
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3. Suppose there was nothing wanting in way of justice, yet because there shall be a day of judgement, let those that judge on earth be as mercifull as they may be. h. e.
3. Suppose there was nothing wanting in Way of Justice, yet Because there shall be a day of judgement, let those that judge on earth be as merciful as they may be. h. e.
For those who are insensible, or incorrigible or inveterate and implacable in malignity, the Lord humble them that they may finde mercy in that day, I plead not for them:
For those who Are insensible, or incorrigible or inveterate and implacable in malignity, the Lord humble them that they may find mercy in that day, I plead not for them:
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but such as in the simplicity of their hearts are turned a side and invol'd in the late fatall calamity, as the Orator cals the civill warre between Caesar and Pompey, should be pittied.
but such as in the simplicity of their hearts Are turned a side and involed in the late fatal calamity, as the Orator calls the civil war between Caesar and Pompey, should be pitied.
and effect some thorough remedy to releive them, who beg as for mercy with sad hearts and pale countenances, the price of their husbands and friends blood which is more then owing to them upon the strongest obligations.
and Effect Some thorough remedy to relieve them, who beg as for mercy with sad hearts and pale countenances, the price of their Husbands and Friends blood which is more then owing to them upon the Strongest obligations.
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for if after death there be a particular judgement upon every man, we can hardly be kept of from imagining an interstitium or some space between death,
for if After death there be a particular judgement upon every man, we can hardly be kept of from imagining an interstitium or Some Molle between death,
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and the judgement after death, and consequently we might suppose a purgatory in the interim. I take judgement there for the generall judgement. That's appointed.
and the judgement After death, and consequently we might suppose a purgatory in the interim. I take judgement there for the general judgement. That's appointed.
2. May we not rather pray for the hastening of this day seeing there is so much need of it? For there is no effectuall remedy of corruptions in government and the miseries which flow from them, but that;
2. May we not rather pray for the hastening of this day seeing there is so much need of it? For there is no effectual remedy of corruptions in government and the misery's which flow from them, but that;
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as fully perswading our selvs, that his coming shall be, even the self day (m) as Moses speakes of Gods faithfulnesse in his promise to bring Israel out of Aegypt.
as Fully persuading our selves, that his coming shall be, even the self day (m) as Moses speaks of God's faithfulness in his promise to bring Israel out of Egypt.
There's nothing whereby the credit of Divinity suffers more then by groundlesse, and yet confident assertions concerning the yeare and day of Christs coming.
There's nothing whereby the credit of Divinity suffers more then by groundless, and yet confident assertions Concerning the year and day of Christ coming.
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To give in all instances of mistake from Luctantius down-ward unto this day (as is already done by some in great measure) would not keepe of others from presuming still.
To give in all instances of mistake from Luctantius downward unto this day (as is already done by Some in great measure) would not keep of Others from presuming still.
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If in any thing, in this much more, we should be wise unto sobriety. True beleivers are not in darknesse, that that day should overtake them as a theife.
If in any thing, in this much more, we should be wise unto sobriety. True believers Are not in darkness, that that day should overtake them as a thief.
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Can we desire that one of the elect should not be borne, or live uncalled? Let's therefore be content with that course of providence which fals out in our time and for our afflictions, death shall come between us and judgement to free us of them in the meane while.
Can we desire that one of the elect should not be born, or live uncalled? Let's Therefore be content with that course of providence which falls out in our time and for our afflictions, death shall come between us and judgement to free us of them in the mean while.
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forasmuch as you know that your labour is not in vaine in the Lord. 1 Cor. 15. 58. Next unto the certainty of the day, the certainty of the Iudge is to be considered.
forasmuch as you know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. 1 Cor. 15. 58. Next unto the certainty of the day, the certainty of the Judge is to be considered.
neither under the earth, was able to open the booke, neither to looke thereon. And Iohn wept, because no man was found worthy to open and read the booke, neither to looke thereon.
neither under the earth, was able to open the book, neither to look thereon. And John wept, Because no man was found worthy to open and read the book, neither to look thereon.
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If it be so great a matter to be of Gods councell, who is it that shall be trusted with all his power? who ever is judge, must be able for so great a worke,
If it be so great a matter to be of God's council, who is it that shall be trusted with all his power? who ever is judge, must be able for so great a work,
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When one desired him to decide a controversie about the right or wrong of an inheritance, He said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you? He knew how he came by power in heaven,
When one desired him to decide a controversy about the right or wrong of an inheritance, He said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you? He knew how he Come by power in heaven,
1. If none be Judge but he who is appointed, they who thinke the question de Iure divino in any matter of Religion to be a needlesse one, may be better inform'd.
1. If none be Judge but he who is appointed, they who think the question de Iure divino in any matter of Religion to be a needless one, may be better informed.
All authority which may truly be called divine, that is to be exercised under God and in his name to a spirituall end, can have no other originall then himselfe,
All Authority which may truly be called divine, that is to be exercised under God and in his name to a spiritual end, can have no other original then himself,
2. Doth not the supreame Judge intrude himselfe? what then will become of his inferiours, who thrust themselves into those things whereunto they have no call? As 1. the Pope, whose office strictly considered in the substance of it is a tyranny.
2. Does not the supreme Judge intrude himself? what then will become of his inferiors, who thrust themselves into those things whereunto they have no call? As 1. the Pope, whose office strictly considered in the substance of it is a tyranny.
In the exercise of power, they whose authority in it selfe is most unquestionable, and whose title is confessed, may yet become Tyrannous, by abuse of power.
In the exercise of power, they whose Authority in it self is most unquestionable, and whose title is confessed, may yet become Tyrannous, by abuse of power.
This also (3.) concernes all Christian people and that singly, or combined; for single Christians, they should not take upon them the work of officers, that's absolutely inconsistable with order, politie, an organicall body, and with the nature of the Church, which is built upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Iesus Christ himselfe being the chiefe corner stone, And because all the congregation is holy, every one of them upon that ground or under that pretence for the congregation to oppose those who are over them in the Lord, in those things wherein they are over them, is directly to fall into the sinne of Korah, Dathan and Abiram, and that whereof Saint Iude gives speciall warning in his Epistle.
This also (3.) concerns all Christian people and that singly, or combined; for single Christians, they should not take upon them the work of Officers, that's absolutely inconsistable with order, polity, an organical body, and with the nature of the Church, which is built upon the Foundation of the Apostles and prophets, Iesus christ himself being the chief corner stone, And Because all the congregation is holy, every one of them upon that ground or under that pretence for the congregation to oppose those who Are over them in the Lord, in those things wherein they Are over them, is directly to fallen into the sin of Korah, Dathan and Abiram, and that whereof Saint Iude gives special warning in his Epistle.
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How comfortable is this to all that beleive in him and obey him? but oh the terror of it unto all those that will not have this man to reigne over them.
How comfortable is this to all that believe in him and obey him? but o the terror of it unto all those that will not have this man to Reign over them.
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Henceforth (saith Paul) is laid up for me a crowne of righteousnesse, which the Lord the righteous Iudge shall give me at that day The man Christ Jesus is said to be the Judge,
Henceforth (Says Paul) is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord the righteous Judge shall give me At that day The man christ jesus is said to be the Judge,
1. If we consider Him in his humiliation it may seem strang that one born in a stable, laid in a manger, reputed a poore Carpenters Sonne, that had not whereon to lay his head, who was counted a friend of Publicans and Sinners, a Samaritan, that cast out devils by Beelzebub the Prince of the Devils, whom one of his own Disciples betrayed, the rest forsook, whose own whole Nation as one man accused as a blasphemer and traytor, who was crucified among theives, and forsaken of God;
1. If we Consider Him in his humiliation it may seem strange that one born in a stable, laid in a manger, reputed a poor Carpenters Son, that had not whereon to lay his head, who was counted a friend of Publicans and Sinners, a Samaritan, that cast out Devils by Beelzebub the Prince of the Devils, whom one of his own Disciples betrayed, the rest forsook, whose own Whole nation as one man accused as a blasphemer and traitor, who was Crucified among thieves, and forsaken of God;
Betweene his resurrection and ascention he convers'd with his Disciples 40. dayes, speaking of the things pertaining to the Kingdome of God, It seemes by the former testimony, this was one principall thing, which he then gave in charge to be taught concerning himselfe.
Between his resurrection and Ascension he conversed with his Disciples 40. days, speaking of the things pertaining to the Kingdom of God, It seems by the former testimony, this was one principal thing, which he then gave in charge to be taught Concerning himself.
2. But why is he Iudge? To answer in few words. 1. As he was born King of the Iews, so was he also as the naturall, proper, and onely begotten Son of God, borne herre to God, and therefore fittest to be taken into the fellowship of Empire. with his Father. And 2. because God hath also a Kingdome ex consilio, like a purchase over and above the naturall inheritance,
2. But why is he Judge? To answer in few words. 1. As he was born King of the Iews, so was he also as the natural, proper, and only begotten Son of God, born her to God, and Therefore Fittest to be taken into the fellowship of Empire. with his Father. And 2. Because God hath also a Kingdom ex consilio, like a purchase over and above the natural inheritance,
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and they without all excuse. 5. Besides that Christ hath gone so low in abasing himselfe for his Fathers glory, that he onely is worthy to be thus farre exalted. 6. What the Jewes will thinke of this at last, that he whom they scorne to owne for a Messiah, shall be the Judge of all the earth, I know not;
and they without all excuse. 5. Beside that christ hath gone so low in abasing himself for his Father's glory, that he only is worthy to be thus Far exalted. 6. What the Jews will think of this At last, that he whom they scorn to own for a Messiah, shall be the Judge of all the earth, I know not;
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but being as he is of the seed of Abraham and David according to the flesh, it will make the more for the justice of their condemnation. 7. And therefore he is the fitter to be made Judge, that we may the rather beleive on him and obey him,
but being as he is of the seed of Abraham and David according to the Flesh, it will make the more for the Justice of their condemnation. 7. And Therefore he is the fitter to be made Judge, that we may the rather believe on him and obey him,
For the use of this. 1. Let us observe all those speciall Items which are given us in Scripture about Him. As 1 to beware of him. Behold (saith God) I send an Angel before thee, to keep thee in the way,
For the use of this. 1. Let us observe all those special Items which Are given us in Scripture about Him. As 1 to beware of him. Behold (Says God) I send an Angel before thee, to keep thee in the Way,
to love, reverence and obey him, or according to the Ancient Latin translation, which was used in Cyprian's time, to learne discipline. Kisse the Sonne least he be angry;
to love, Reverence and obey him, or according to the Ancient Latin Translation, which was used in Cyprian's time, to Learn discipline. Kiss the Son lest he be angry;
3. To heare him. At his transfiguration in the Mount, a voyce was heard from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Sonne, in whom I am well pleased; Heare him.
3. To hear him. At his transfiguration in the Mount, a voice was herd from heaven, saying, This is my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; Hear him.
If we desire to finde him a friend when he comes to be our Judge, let it be our care to approve our selves in every one of these specialties while we live here,
If we desire to find him a friend when he comes to be our Judge, let it be our care to approve our selves in every one of these specialties while we live Here,
And secondly, let's have due respect to his Ambassadors, Members, little ones, Ordinances, Commandements, and whatsoever person or thing hath any relation to him.
And secondly, let's have due respect to his ambassadors, Members, little ones, Ordinances, commandments, and whatsoever person or thing hath any Relation to him.
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But what though some have prov'd unsavory Salt, will you therefore condemne all? This is an houre of triall and day of temptation upon the Land. God exceedingly humbles the Ministry, many therefore condemne the calling and function it selfe,
But what though Some have proved unsavoury Salt, will you Therefore condemn all? This is an hour of trial and day of temptation upon the Land. God exceedingly humbles the Ministry, many Therefore condemn the calling and function it self,
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and while care is taken to remove such as are scandalous, others are left to the mercy of the people, little lesse then starved out of one place into another.
and while care is taken to remove such as Are scandalous, Others Are left to the mercy of the people, little less then starved out of one place into Another.
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or their livelihood and subsistance, or unjustly molest, or reproach them, take heed least the curse of Levis Enemies light also in these times of the Gospell on the heads of those who maligne Ministers.
or their livelihood and subsistence, or unjustly molest, or reproach them, take heed lest the curse of Levis Enemies Light also in these times of the Gospel on the Heads of those who malign Ministers.
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I confesse there needs a great deale of wisedome to apply these things, because among the many pretenders to be of neare relation unto Christ, certaine it is, that there are many whom he himselfe will not own.
I confess there needs a great deal of Wisdom to apply these things, Because among the many pretenders to be of near Relation unto christ, certain it is, that there Are many whom he himself will not own.
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On the other side even among the sheep of Christ, Jacobs portion, there be many spotted, and ring-straked; Some that are weake, sick, broken, that either wander of themselves,
On the other side even among the sheep of christ, Jacobs portion, there be many spotted, and ring-straked; some that Are weak, sick, broken, that either wander of themselves,
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Fourthly, for his ordinances. There are but few which can peculiarly be called his, for newnesse of institution, in the N. T. we should therefore be the more carefull in observing of them.
Fourthly, for his ordinances. There Are but few which can peculiarly be called his, for newness of Institution, in the N. T. we should Therefore be the more careful in observing of them.
To thinke there is no Government of his appointing (without which no well ordered society can subsist) cannot enter into my minde to conceive. If there be none;
To think there is no Government of his appointing (without which no well ordered society can subsist) cannot enter into my mind to conceive. If there be none;
and set upon the Table as at a Tavern, that whosoever will, may come and take it for his money? If you would have any respect given to your Honours, or Ordinances, be carefull of Christs. Ile say no more.
and Set upon the Table as At a Tavern, that whosoever will, may come and take it for his money? If you would have any respect given to your Honours, or Ordinances, be careful of Christ. I'll say no more.
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These also we must obey, and submit unto, as being in the number of those who watch for our soules as they who must give an account. Seventhly, to conclude this use;
These also we must obey, and submit unto, as being in the number of those who watch for our Souls as they who must give an account. Seventhly, to conclude this use;
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And seeing he loved the Church and gave himselfe for it, that he might present it to himselfe a glorious Church not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing,
And seeing he loved the Church and gave himself for it, that he might present it to himself a glorious Church not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing,
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As for the things which Christ hates, there be some particulars which are accented with his abhorring as, 1. Hypocrisie, Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees Hypocrites.
As for the things which christ hates, there be Some particulars which Are accented with his abhorring as, 1. Hypocrisy, Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees Hypocrites.
to be stiffe in maintaining evill opinions, or to suffer such as doe, (which thing I hate ) is abominable before Christ as well as to teach them. 4. Lukewarmenesse also is another particular, because thou art lukewarme, and neither cold nor hot, I will spew thee out of my mouth .
to be stiff in maintaining evil opinions, or to suffer such as do, (which thing I hate) is abominable before christ as well as to teach them. 4. Lukewarmness also is Another particular, Because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hight, I will spew thee out of my Mouth.
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we are neither so cold as by publique indulgence to tolerate all opinions, nor so hot as to suppresse one Sect. Not so cold as not to admit of Presbyteriall government upon triall, and in part;
we Are neither so cold as by public indulgence to tolerate all opinions, nor so hight as to suppress one Sect. Not so cold as not to admit of Presbyterial government upon trial, and in part;
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nor so hot as to receive it wholly in the power, and practise. 'Twere well if in these things we were more then almost perswaded to be Christians. The Fourth use.
nor so hight as to receive it wholly in the power, and practise. 'Twere well if in these things we were more then almost persuaded to be Christians. The Fourth use.
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The Jewes will not believe him to be the true Messiah, and feare not his second comming: (though some prove a first and second comming of the Messiah by their owne traditions) but his glorious appearing, is our blessed hope; yet while we desire he may be our Saviour, let's so walke as becomes those who remember he must be our Judge. The fifth point followes.
The Jews will not believe him to be the true Messiah, and Fear not his second coming: (though Some prove a First and second coming of the Messiah by their own traditions) but his glorious appearing, is our blessed hope; yet while we desire he may be our Saviour, let's so walk as becomes those who Remember he must be our Judge. The fifth point follows.
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The world, this implies, 1. All persons, for we must all appeare before the Iudgement seat of Christ, that every one may receive the things done in his body .
The world, this Implies, 1. All Persons, for we must all appear before the Judgement seat of christ, that every one may receive the things done in his body.
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and every tongue shall confesse to God.) The Apostle from thence concludes in this manner, So then every one of us shall give an account of himselfe to God .
and every tongue shall confess to God.) The Apostle from thence concludes in this manner, So then every one of us shall give an account of himself to God.
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Our Saviour speakes of Tyre, Sidon and Sodome, that it shall be easier for them at the day of Judgement then for Capernaum and Bethsaida , which implies, that all who ever lived, not onely after his incarnation,
Our Saviour speaks of Tyre, Sidon and Sodom, that it shall be Easier for them At the day of Judgement then for Capernaum and Bethsaida, which Implies, that all who ever lived, not only After his incarnation,
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and will make manifest the councels of the hearts . and of their secrets. God will bring every worke to judgement with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evill .
and will make manifest the Counsels of the hearts. and of their secrets. God will bring every work to judgement with every secret thing, whither it be good, or whither it be evil.
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And the Angels which kept not their first estate, but left their owne habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chaines under darkenesse unto the judgement of the great day .
And the Angels which kept not their First estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgement of the great day.
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How much better is it therefore to be a Christian, a Saint, then a member of either House? Doe you not know that the Saints shall judge the world ? Let all that judge in this world, carry themselves so in all respects,
How much better is it Therefore to be a Christian, a Saint, then a member of either House? Do you not know that the Saints shall judge the world? Let all that judge in this world, carry themselves so in all respects,
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As Christ was content to stand at Pilats barre, and Paul before Cesars judgement seat , so must all the members of the Church be subject in like manner;
As christ was content to stand At Pilats bar, and Paul before Caesars judgement seat, so must all the members of the Church be Subject in like manner;
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But he that is head of the Church, shall be judge of the world, and though this claime be justly rejected in the man of sinne, yet it cannot be denied unto this man, whom God hath indeed ordained, as he by whom he will judge the world in righteousnesse.
But he that is head of the Church, shall be judge of the world, and though this claim be justly rejected in the man of sin, yet it cannot be denied unto this man, whom God hath indeed ordained, as he by whom he will judge the world in righteousness.
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The want of this in men, and our not discerning of it in many of the wayes and workes of God, is that which makes a future-finall judgement to be most necessary;
The want of this in men, and our not discerning of it in many of the ways and works of God, is that which makes a future-finall judgement to be most necessary;
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and the glory of the worke it selfe which is the last and most solemne of all that comes within the compasse of divine providence, depends altogether upon this condition, that all be done in righteousnesse.
and the glory of the work it self which is the last and most solemn of all that comes within the compass of divine providence, depends altogether upon this condition, that all be done in righteousness.
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2. He shall not judge according to the sight of his eyes, or hearing of his eares , or according to appearance, but as the truth of every cause and case shall require.
2. He shall not judge according to the sighed of his eyes, or hearing of his ears, or according to appearance, but as the truth of every cause and case shall require.
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2. For the Affirmative part of the answer, he shall iudge in righteousnesse, that is, 1. In generall, according to the tenour of all prophesies which went before of him, wherein no particular belonging to the office of Christ is more frequently or emphatically express'd then this, that his judgement shall be righteous, and righteous in this sense, that poore afflicted ones shall have benefit by him,
2. For the Affirmative part of the answer, he shall judge in righteousness, that is, 1. In general, according to the tenor of all prophecies which went before of him, wherein no particular belonging to the office of christ is more frequently or emphatically expressed then this, that his judgement shall be righteous, and righteous in this sense, that poor afflicted ones shall have benefit by him,
And therefore his judgeing in righteousnesse shall be (to speake more particularly) Both 1. according to the tenour of all promises made to such as believe in him and obey him,
And Therefore his judging in righteousness shall be (to speak more particularly) Both 1. according to the tenor of all promises made to such as believe in him and obey him,
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The summe of all which is, that all teares being wiped from their faces , they shall have fulnesse of joy and pleasures at God right hand for ever more .
The sum of all which is, that all tears being wiped from their faces, they shall have fullness of joy and pleasures At God right hand for ever more.
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And 2. according to the threatnings denounc'd against the wicked, hypocrites, and unbelievers, all which speake nothing lesse then that as vessels of wrath fitted unto destruction, they shall be filled with wrath,
And 2. according to the threatenings denounced against the wicked, Hypocrites, and unbelievers, all which speak nothing less then that as vessels of wrath fitted unto destruction, they shall be filled with wrath,
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The Papists busie themselves, and puzzle others with disputes about this question, who is to be the supreame and infallible Iudge of controversies in matters of Religion,
The Papists busy themselves, and puzzle Others with disputes about this question, who is to be the supreme and infallible Judge of controversies in matters of Religion,
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If Moses Aaron and Samuel were amongst us, the best Magistrate Priest or Prophet that ever was, they could not satisfie in all things, either some unrighteousnesse might be found in them,
If Moses Aaron and Samuel were among us, the best Magistrate Priest or Prophet that ever was, they could not satisfy in all things, either Some unrighteousness might be found in them,
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yet because that humbling is in relation to comfort, therefore I may not hide from you the consolation which this point affords for all Gods children;
yet Because that humbling is in Relation to Comfort, Therefore I may not hide from you the consolation which this point affords for all God's children;
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then shall the trees of the wood rejoyce before the Lord, for he cometh, for he cometh (twice repeated) to judge the Earth: he shall judge the world with righteousnesse,
then shall the trees of the wood rejoice before the Lord, for he comes, for he comes (twice repeated) to judge the Earth: he shall judge the world with righteousness,
and though that title which is prefixed by the Septuagint, (A psalme for David when his land was established unto him) gives some light to understand the occasion of it;
and though that title which is prefixed by the septuagint, (A psalm for David when his land was established unto him) gives Some Light to understand the occasion of it;
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When the Apostles speake of Christs last comming, and the proper use of it unto believers, they set it forth as the most blessed time that can be imagined.
When the Apostles speak of Christ last coming, and the proper use of it unto believers, they Set it forth as the most blessed time that can be imagined.
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And therefore we pray thy kingdome come, because the comming of it, in that part or manner of administration which is yet future, is for the comsummation of our blisse;
And Therefore we pray thy Kingdom come, Because the coming of it, in that part or manner of administration which is yet future, is for the comsummation of our bliss;
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The more any abound either in outward blessings, or shewes of piety, the greater shall be there condemnation. The righteous Lord loves righteousnesse ;
The more any abound either in outward blessings, or shows of piety, the greater shall be there condemnation. The righteous Lord loves righteousness;
to judge as Christ judges, in righteousnesse. That question which God puts by David, Doe ye indeed speake righteously, O ye congregation? doe ye judge uprightly O ye Sons of men? (x) does not onely imply the duty,
to judge as christ judges, in righteousness. That question which God puts by David, Do you indeed speak righteously, Oh you congregation? do you judge uprightly Oh you Sons of men? (x) does not only imply the duty,
but the sinne, and the danger of all great Assemblies, or smaller Courts. They who represent God in their places, should also resemble him in his vertues:
but the sin, and the danger of all great Assemblies, or smaller Courts. They who represent God in their places, should also resemble him in his Virtues:
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and too often to greater corruptions and abominations then many of their inferiors, yet having said ye are Gods, and all of you the Children of the most high;
and too often to greater corruptions and abominations then many of their inferiors, yet having said you Are God's, and all of you the Children of the most high;
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The shame, sorrow, and curse of your deaths shall as much exceed other mens, as the glory and power of your places is above the condition of meaner persons.
The shame, sorrow, and curse of your death's shall as much exceed other men's, as the glory and power of your places is above the condition of meaner Persons.
If any will be so wicked, as to harken unto neither of these directions, and so hard-hearted as to despise the terror of the Lord, the judgement to come,
If any will be so wicked, as to harken unto neither of these directions, and so hardhearted as to despise the terror of the Lord, the judgement to come,
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This is the second generall propounded in the beginning, and those words of Paul in another place doe much strengthen this, For to this end Christ both dyed,
This is the second general propounded in the beginning, and those words of Paul in Another place do much strengthen this, For to this end christ both died,
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and wily-carnall polititians make worship and government to change fashions with the times, and be upon all occasions so ordered as may please profit, or humor men;
and wily-carnall politicians make worship and government to change fashions with the times, and be upon all occasions so ordered as may please profit, or humour men;
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Tertull. in Apoc. cap. 39. Oramu• etiam pro Imperatoribus, pro ministris eorum & potestatibus, pro statu saeculi, pro rerum quiete, pro mora finis, h. e. ut horrendum Dei judicium differatur. Zeph. vide plura. cap. 32. eusd. Apol.
Tertul in Apocalypse cap. 39. Oramu• etiam Pro Imperatoribus, Pro Ministris Their & potestatibus, Pro Statu Saeculi, Pro rerum quiet, Pro mora finis, h. e. ut horrendum Dei judicium differatur. Zephaniah vide plura. cap. 32. eusd. Apollinarian
NONLATINALPHABET Rabbini fere in malum. Sicut Tyrannus quispiam praecipitabimini ad inferos. R. Selomo. Arnob. Chrysost. daemones, vel ut I heod. daemonum principes intelligunt.
Rabbi fere in malum. Sicut Tyrannus quispiam praecipitabimini ad inferos. R. Selomo. Arnob Chrysostom daemons, vel ut I heod. Daemonum Princes Intelligunt.
NONLATINALPHABET hoc loco non declarat fidem praebere i. e. crodendi potestatem facere. sed fidem facere Beze. Praeb•n• mibi est faciens nec •liter Syrum capio & Arabem. Ludev. de Dieu. The Generall use.
hoc loco non Declarat fidem praebere i. e. crodendi potestatem facere. sed fidem facere Beze. Praeb•n• mibi est Faciens nec •liter Syrian Capio & Arabem. Ludev. de Dieu. The General use.
