GReat and Wonderful is the Sympathy between Musical Sounds and the Passions of Man; and there is hardly any affection of our Minds which suitable Notes cannot excite.
GReat and Wondered is the sympathy between Musical Sounds and the Passion of Man; and there is hardly any affection of our Minds which suitable Notes cannot excite.
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Upon which account no doubt it was that the famous Lawgivers Lycurgus and Numa provided for the encouragement of it, thinking hereby to incline Mens Minds to what their Laws could not force.
Upon which account no doubt it was that the famous Lawgivers Lycurgus and Numa provided for the encouragement of it, thinking hereby to incline Men's Minds to what their Laws could not force.
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as the driving the Evil Spirit from Saul, which, since the power of the Devil can be but small when the Faculties of the Mind are composed, is to be imputed to the natural efficacy of it.
as the driving the Evil Spirit from Saul, which, since the power of the devil can be but small when the Faculties of the Mind Are composed, is to be imputed to the natural efficacy of it.
As to mention only Proofs from the New Testament, the words of my Text, so Col. 3.16. Teaching and admonishing one another in Psalms, and Hymns, and spiritual Songs, singing with Grace in your Hearts to the Lord. So Jam. 5.13. Is any one merry? let him sing Psalms.
As to mention only Proofs from the New Testament, the words of my Text, so Col. 3.16. Teaching and admonishing one Another in Psalms, and Hymns, and spiritual Songs, singing with Grace in your Hearts to the Lord. So Jam. 5.13. Is any one merry? let him sing Psalms.
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but commendable in the Worship of God. 2. I shall answer some Objections which are brought against it. 3. I shall make an Improvement of what hath been said.
but commendable in the Worship of God. 2. I shall answer Some Objections which Are brought against it. 3. I shall make an Improvement of what hath been said.
This may be very probably argued from the Words of my Text, because those Psalms which the Apostle exhorts Christians to sing, are the same which the Jews were wont to sing to Musical Instruments in their daily Service;
This may be very probably argued from the Words of my Text, Because those Psalms which the Apostle exhorts Christians to sing, Are the same which the jews were wont to sing to Musical Instruments in their daily Service;
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Otherwise I cannot see how the Apostles can avoid the censure of omitting a most necessary Caution, in not forbidding us to imitate the Jews in this particular,
Otherwise I cannot see how the Apostles can avoid the censure of omitting a most necessary Caution, in not forbidding us to imitate the jews in this particular,
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and by all Men, but those whose prejudiced Minds and foul Constitutions encline them to think that God is to be pleased with nothing but what is Rigid and Austere.
and by all Men, but those whose prejudiced Minds and foul Constitutions incline them to think that God is to be pleased with nothing but what is Rigid and Austere.
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and by David, who was a Man after God's own Heart, and because it appears God approved of it by commanding it to be restored in Hezekiah 's time according to the Pattern of David, &c. 2 Chron. 29.25.
and by David, who was a Man After God's own Heart, and Because it appears God approved of it by commanding it to be restored in Hezekiah is time according to the Pattern of David, etc. 2 Chronicles 29.25.
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and why we may not use the same means to advance that end, since it is every whit as powerful in its own nature now to promote it as it was then, cannot well be surmised.
and why we may not use the same means to advance that end, since it is every whit as powerful in its own nature now to promote it as it was then, cannot well be surmised.
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and as these ends are abolished, so in all reason the means too viz. sacrificing living Creatures, upon which act it happens that there is not the same reason for retaining Sacrificing as there is for retaining Instrumental Musick, whose end will always remain.
and as these ends Are abolished, so in all reason the means too viz. sacrificing living Creatures, upon which act it happens that there is not the same reason for retaining Sacrificing as there is for retaining Instrumental Music, whose end will always remain.
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To this purpose did Circumcision serve, and also the bloody Sacrifices, according to which the Apostle saith, They which eat of the Sacrifices, are partakers of the Altar.
To this purpose did Circumcision serve, and also the bloody Sacrifices, according to which the Apostle Says, They which eat of the Sacrifices, Are partakers of the Altar.
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Now as for Instrumental Musick, besides that we do not use it as a means of conferring Grace extraordinarily, there is no colour of reason to be brought that ever it was so used among the Jews, seeing there is not one Word in either the old or New Testament,
Now as for Instrumental Music, beside that we do not use it as a means of conferring Grace extraordinarily, there is no colour of reason to be brought that ever it was so used among the jews, seeing there is not one Word in either the old or New Testament,
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and which doth appear very improbable, when put in the ballance against that which makes its natural Conduciveness to promote pious affections the cause of its establishment. But,
and which does appear very improbable, when put in the balance against that which makes its natural Conduciveness to promote pious affections the cause of its establishment. But,
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then why should not this be as fit to be introduced as that? Certainly there can no reason be given since the Church hath both a Command and a Power to ordain whatsoever is to edification in the external Worship of God;
then why should not this be as fit to be introduced as that? Certainly there can no reason be given since the Church hath both a Command and a Power to ordain whatsoever is to edification in the external Worship of God;
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But what if it be inarticulate, or do not express the Conceptions of the Mind methodically? Must all Things of that nature be banished from God's Service? What then will become of kneeling, lifting up the Hands, Eyes,
But what if it be inarticulate, or do not express the Conceptions of the Mind methodically? Must all Things of that nature be banished from God's Service? What then will become of kneeling, lifting up the Hands, Eyes,
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In large Parochical Congregations this may easily be discerned, because an Organ very much hides and covers the harshness of many Voices too often complained of there.
In large Parochial Congregations this may Easily be discerned, Because an Organ very much hides and covers the harshness of many Voices too often complained of there.
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since it is evident that Organical Musick was not introduced among the Jews till David 's time, several hundreds of Years after their Sectlement in Canaan, it may be said as well that the Jews before David 's time did not Worship God in so exalted a manner,
since it is evident that Organical Music was not introduced among the jews till David is time, several hundreds of years After their Sectlement in Canaan, it may be said as well that the jews before David is time did not Worship God in so exalted a manner,
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But it is urged, the Primitive Christians thought the use of Organs unlawful and several Authorities are produced to prove it, which when enquired into, will hardly be found to vote on the side they are pretended;
But it is urged, the Primitive Christians Thought the use of Organs unlawful and several Authorities Are produced to prove it, which when inquired into, will hardly be found to vote on the side they Are pretended;
4. Instrumental Musick is lawful and commendable, because it is said, Rev. 5.8, 9. And when he had taken the Book, the four Beasts and twenty four Elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them Harps and Golden Vials full of Odors, which are the Prayers of the Saints,
4. Instrumental Music is lawful and commendable, Because it is said, Rev. 5.8, 9. And when he had taken the Book, the four Beasts and twenty four Elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them Harps and Golden Vials full of Odours, which Are the Prayers of the Saints,
Thou art worthy to take the Book and to open the Seals thereof, for thou wast slain and hast redeemed us to God by the Blood, &c. Now if Musical Instruments were unlawful in the Christian Service on Earth,
Thou art worthy to take the Book and to open the Seals thereof, for thou wast slave and haste redeemed us to God by the Blood, etc. Now if Musical Instruments were unlawful in the Christian Service on Earth,
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since this relation is no obscure Prophecy, but plain matter of Fact? It will not follow as well that Incense is to be established in the Christian Service from hence (tho' at the same time I shall not assert the unlawfulness of that) because the Elders are not represented using Vials of Odors as their own Act of Worship,
since this Relation is no Obscure Prophecy, but plain matter of Fact? It will not follow as well that Incense is to be established in the Christian Service from hence (though At the same time I shall not assert the unlawfulness of that) Because the Elders Are not represented using Vials of Odours as their own Act of Worship,
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As to what is said, that it may as well be argued when Antichrist shall fall the Church shall be delivered from Instrumental Musick, because Rev. 18.22.
As to what is said, that it may as well be argued when Antichrist shall fallen the Church shall be Delivered from Instrumental Music, Because Rev. 18.22.
and if it should be allowed that Musick in Churches were hereby to be understood, I suppose it may be prov'd, that the most Lawful things have been threatned to be withdrawn from ungodly People,
and if it should be allowed that Music in Churches were hereby to be understood, I suppose it may be proved, that the most Lawful things have been threatened to be withdrawn from ungodly People,
And again, if Organical Musick in Churches must be accounted Unlawful from hence, then will also by the same reason the exercise of Trades, Marriage, &c. Because Babylon is equally threatned to be depriv'd of these things.
And again, if Organical Music in Churches must be accounted Unlawful from hence, then will also by the same reason the exercise of Trades, Marriage, etc. Because Babylon is equally threatened to be deprived of these things.
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Then we find great part of the Protestant Churches in Germany using Organs, as also in Swedeland, Denmark, Switzerland, part of Poland, and in Holland generally.
Then we find great part of the Protestant Churches in Germany using Organs, as also in Swedeland, Denmark, Switzerland, part of Poland, and in Holland generally.
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but that was only intended to take off the abuse of Church Musick, that it might not be used as an Entertainment to Idle Persons, but be applied only to Psalm Singing, &c. However, our Adversaries taking hold of this, pretend that Organs were introduc'd into the Dutch Churches by some Magistrates, against the consent of the Dutch Ministers,
but that was only intended to take off the abuse of Church Music, that it might not be used as an Entertainment to Idle Persons, but be applied only to Psalm Singing, etc. However, our Adversaries taking hold of this, pretend that Organs were introduced into the Dutch Churches by Some Magistrates, against the consent of the Dutch Ministers,
and in their Quotations they deliver only part of the Decrees, viz. that they would endeavour to prevail with the Magistratesto Banish Organs out of their Temples, leaving out (except during Divine Service) and for this they quote Voet, but I think the Words of the Decree it self deliver'd by Schookius, is a clearer Evidence of the approbation of Organs by the Dutch,
and in their Quotations they deliver only part of the Decrees, viz. that they would endeavour to prevail with the Magistratesto Banish Organs out of their Temples, leaving out (except during Divine Service) and for this they quote Voet, but I think the Words of the decree it self Delivered by Schookius, is a clearer Evidence of the approbation of Organs by the Dutch,
thus much for the Lawfulness and Commendableness of Instrumental Musick. 2. I come to answer some Objections, which are made against Instrumental Musick.
thus much for the Lawfulness and Commendableness of Instrumental Music. 2. I come to answer Some Objections, which Are made against Instrumental Music.
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But it is urged, it was a part of the Ceremonial Law, because Instituted by David; and to justifie this supposition, many other suppositions are brought too tedious to be here examin'd;
But it is urged, it was a part of the Ceremonial Law, Because Instituted by David; and to justify this supposition, many other suppositions Are brought too tedious to be Here examined;
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But again, Vocal Musick may seem more Ceremonial than Instrumental, because Moses himself Composed a Song, Exod. 15. And besides, God commanded Moses to Teach the Children of Israel a Song, Deut. 31. — 19. Whereas Moses never spake a word concerning Instrumental Musick;
But again, Vocal Music may seem more Ceremonial than Instrumental, Because Moses himself Composed a Song, Exod 15. And beside, God commanded Moses to Teach the Children of Israel a Song, Deuteronomy 31. — 19. Whereas Moses never spoke a word Concerning Instrumental Music;
But however, if Instrumental Musick had been appointed as a Ceremony, or a Type, although no obligation would have lain on us, to have used it meerly because it was so appointed;
But however, if Instrumental Music had been appointed as a Ceremony, or a Type, although no obligation would have lain on us, to have used it merely Because it was so appointed;
2. It is objected, Christians are to Worship God in Spirit and Truth, without multiplicity of pompous Rites and Ceremonies, which God hath not Instituted;
2. It is objected, Christians Are to Worship God in Spirit and Truth, without Multiplicity of pompous Rites and Ceremonies, which God hath not Instituted;
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yet that doth not justifie its stated use, for then a Crucifix, a Death's Head, a Skeleton and the like, the sight whereof may by chance have the same effect, are fit to be introduc'd too,
yet that does not justify its stated use, for then a Crucifix, a Death's Head, a Skeleton and the like, the sighed whereof may by chance have the same Effect, Are fit to be introduced too,
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To which I answer, the Worshipping God with pompous Rites and Ceremonies in an ill Sense, can be nothing else but accounting Divine Worship, to consist in the outward performance of such,
To which I answer, the Worshipping God with pompous Rites and Ceremonies in an ill Sense, can be nothing Else but accounting Divine Worship, to consist in the outward performance of such,
But as I think none can deny, that by reason of the natural influence which external Objects and Performances have upon our Souls, our Devotion may be heightned by the suitable Application of such,
But as I think none can deny, that by reason of the natural influence which external Objects and Performances have upon our Souls, our Devotion may be heightened by the suitable Application of such,
And again, as our Lord hath no where forbidden us to do thus, so hath he no where prescrib'd particular Institutions for the Administration of the external parts of Religion;
And again, as our Lord hath no where forbidden us to do thus, so hath he no where prescribed particular Institutions for the Administration of the external parts of Religion;
if they will obey the Apostles Precept, of doing things to Edification, decently, &c. And yet Christ as some insinuate, is not to be thought to have less provided for his Church,
if they will obey the Apostles Precept, of doing things to Edification, decently, etc. And yet christ as Some insinuate, is not to be Thought to have less provided for his Church,
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than Moses did for the Jewish, because Mens own Judgments where Passion and Prejudice do not prevail, together with the general Rules left us in Scripture, are sufficient for making provision in this respect;
than Moses did for the Jewish, Because Mens own Judgments where Passion and Prejudice do not prevail, together with the general Rules left us in Scripture, Are sufficient for making provision in this respect;
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whereas it was impossible for the wit and subtilty of Man to have discerned that it would be pleasing to God to observe those Typical things of the Law, which Moses so critically prescrib'd,
whereas it was impossible for the wit and subtlety of Man to have discerned that it would be pleasing to God to observe those Typical things of the Law, which Moses so critically prescribed,
So that upon the whole, what can we think but that the Ministers of the Church are required to provide for the Administration of publick Service as the Jewish Doctors did;
So that upon the Whole, what can we think but that the Ministers of the Church Are required to provide for the Administration of public Service as the Jewish Doctors did;
and by appointing such Rites and Ceremonies as in their Judgments they shall think most expedient, to promote the end of our assembling together? And since the use of Instrumental Musick is thought proper to this purpose, it follows, that to introduce that will be very convenient,
and by appointing such Rites and Ceremonies as in their Judgments they shall think most expedient, to promote the end of our assembling together? And since the use of Instrumental Music is Thought proper to this purpose, it follows, that to introduce that will be very convenient,
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And I dare say it will be apparently sensible to every unbiass'd Person who is conversant with Instrumental Musick in the Church, of a grave sound Composition, that it will not raise a light pleasurable agitation of the Spirits,
And I Dare say it will be apparently sensible to every unbiased Person who is conversant with Instrumental Music in the Church, of a grave found Composition, that it will not raise a Light pleasurable agitation of the Spirits,
but the other sort of it will no more have this effect, than a Pious Discourse or Unedifying Sermon, upon which account the stated use of it will be very Justifiable:
but the other sort of it will no more have this Effect, than a Pious Discourse or Unedifying Sermon, upon which account the stated use of it will be very Justifiable:
for tho' it be said, Things affect more by the sight than by the other Senses, that is true, only of a lively ocular representation of a Thing, which those small appearances cannot pretend to.
for though it be said, Things affect more by the sighed than by the other Senses, that is true, only of a lively ocular representation of a Thing, which those small appearances cannot pretend to.
there is that power in the best sort of Musick, as to exercise a Passion in us, no way short of what the most affecting representations to the Eye are able to raise.
there is that power in the best sort of Music, as to exercise a Passion in us, no Way short of what the most affecting representations to the Eye Are able to raise.
However, if any of these or others were thought Edifying by our Superiors, and enjoyn'd by them, there is no question but that their Injunction were lawful,
However, if any of these or Others were Thought Edifying by our Superiors, and enjoined by them, there is no question but that their Injunction were lawful,
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It is Replyed, we ought to give God thanks that our Churches are deliver'd from these things, &c. From whence it is inferr'd, that Organs are accounted Unlawful even by the Church of England. Now here it is to be observ'd, that Singing is alike Condemn'd:
It is Replied, we ought to give God thanks that our Churches Are Delivered from these things, etc. From whence it is inferred, that Organs Are accounted Unlawful even by the Church of England. Now Here it is to be observed, that Singing is alike Condemned:
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therefore there is not the same Reason for admitting Dancing as there is for admitting Organs, which were used in the ordinary Service of the Jews, in the great House of Prayer the Temple constantly,
Therefore there is not the same Reason for admitting Dancing as there is for admitting Organs, which were used in the ordinary Service of the jews, in the great House of Prayer the Temple constantly,
and which have a great power of affecting the Mind as it ought to be, beyond what Dancing can pretend to, especially now a days, which perhaps too heretofore was more an effect of religious Joy than a cause.
and which have a great power of affecting the Mind as it ought to be, beyond what Dancing can pretend to, especially now a days, which perhaps too heretofore was more an Effect of religious Joy than a cause.
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6. It is objected, That to introduce Organs, without the Authority of Convocation or Parliament, is contrary to the Act of Uniformity, it being Supra-Conformity.
6. It is objected, That to introduce Organs, without the authority of Convocation or Parliament, is contrary to the Act of Uniformity, it being Supra-Conformity.
and Queen Elizabeth 's Act doth say, Whoso obstinately standing in it, doth use any other Right than is prescribed by the Common-Prayer-Book, shall suffer Damage.
and Queen Elizabeth is Act does say, Whoso obstinately standing in it, does use any other Right than is prescribed by the Common prayer book, shall suffer Damage.
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but also because he was pleased to give an Organ lately to one of our Churches in London. But that which gives more credit to the cause in hand than his Kingly Authority, is that he is undoubtedly a sincere Protestant,
but also Because he was pleased to give an Organ lately to one of our Churches in London. But that which gives more credit to the cause in hand than his Kingly authority, is that he is undoubtedly a sincere Protestant,
as appears by the unspeakable Bravery he hath shewed, in undergoing such a multitude of Difficulties and Dangers these many years last past for the support of the Protestant Religion.
as appears by the unspeakable Bravery he hath showed, in undergoing such a multitude of Difficulties and Dangers these many Years last passed for the support of the Protestant Religion.
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If any Objections are brought against Instrumental Musick from the Authority of Schoolmen, and such others, they are of force against light, trivial Musick,
If any Objections Are brought against Instrumental Music from the authority of Schoolmen, and such Others, they Are of force against Light, trivial Music,
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I know many are possessed with an Opinion that all Things which are Ornamental, which in their Opinion appear Gay and Glistering, are to be banished from God's House and Service,
I know many Are possessed with an Opinion that all Things which Are Ornamental, which in their Opinion appear Gay and Glistering, Are to be banished from God's House and Service,
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as savouring of Jewish or Popish Superstition, and that no human Rite or Institution whatever is to be admitted for the more orderly solemnization of Divine Worship,
as savouring of Jewish or Popish Superstition, and that no human Rite or Institution whatever is to be admitted for the more orderly solemnization of Divine Worship,
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but why must we not? As to the Jewish Temple, David 's Reason for building and adorning that was taken from the Magnificence of his own House, 2 Sam. 7.2. See, saith he, I dwell in an house of Cedar, but the ark of God remaineth within Curtains:
but why must we not? As to the Jewish Temple, David is Reason for building and adorning that was taken from the Magnificence of his own House, 2 Sam. 7.2. See, Says he, I dwell in an house of Cedar, but the Ark of God remains within Curtains:
and yet not be concerned to see the House of God of a mean Building, rough and unpolished? Surely though God cannot be said to live in an House made with Hands,
and yet not be concerned to see the House of God of a mean Building, rough and unpolished? Surely though God cannot be said to live in an House made with Hands,
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For he that abhorred those who sacrificed the worst of their Cattle, saying, Offer it now unto thy Governor, will he be pleased with thee or accept thy Person? Mal. 1.8. will have the same Reason to say in the present Case, Is this an House fit for my Name to be called upon in? Give it for an entertaining House to your Prince:
For he that abhorred those who sacrificed the worst of their Cattle, saying, Offer it now unto thy Governor, will he be pleased with thee or accept thy Person? Malachi 1.8. will have the same Reason to say in the present Case, Is this an House fit for my Name to be called upon in? Give it for an entertaining House to your Prince:
The Primitive Christians, as oft as they had respite from Persecutions, were very industrious in erecting stately Churches, and adorning them splendidly;
The Primitive Christians, as oft as they had respite from Persecutions, were very Industria in erecting stately Churches, and adorning them splendidly;
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as I shew'd in my Answer to the second Objection, how can we do better than transplant those of the Jewish Institutions into our Service, which apparently tend to promote Piety? Since because no Reason can be given why such should be thought so abolish'd by the coming of Christ,
as I showed in my Answer to the second Objection, how can we do better than transplant those of the Jewish Institutions into our Service, which apparently tend to promote Piety? Since Because no Reason can be given why such should be Thought so abolished by the coming of christ,
undoubtedly to represent how his Body was broken on the Cross, and by such a visible Representation to excite in us the greater Sense of his Sufferings,
undoubtedly to represent how his Body was broken on the Cross, and by such a visible Representation to excite in us the greater Sense of his Sufferings,
'Tis true, if we content our selves with the external peformance of Ceremonies, or suffer our Minds to be taken up with an idle Contemplation of the Ornaments and Decencies of the Church,
It's true, if we content our selves with the external performance of Ceremonies, or suffer our Minds to be taken up with an idle Contemplation of the Ornament and Decencies of the Church,
but if upon the sight of these Things, and the uniform administration of the Service, we take occasion to contemplate upon the Glories of our Heavenly Habitations,
but if upon the sighed of these Things, and the uniform administration of the Service, we take occasion to contemplate upon the Glories of our Heavenly Habitations,
they are not imposed as Duties in their own nature binding, but enjoined for the sake of their fitness to promote those Affections which should be in every Christians Breast while lei serving his God.
they Are not imposed as Duties in their own nature binding, but enjoined for the sake of their fitness to promote those Affections which should be in every Christians Breast while lei serving his God.
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And I dare say, as the observance of them is no way difficult to any, and the number of them but barely sufficient to render our Service decent and orderly,
And I Dare say, as the observance of them is no Way difficult to any, and the number of them but barely sufficient to render our Service decent and orderly,
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and to preserve it from dryness and barrenness, so there is not one of our Institutions which hath not a natural tendency to excite our Affections suitably,
and to preserve it from dryness and Barrenness, so there is not one of our Institutions which hath not a natural tendency to excite our Affections suitably,
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as the Traditions of the Pharisees did, upon which our Saviour, in the forecited-place, pronounced, In vain do they worship me, teaching for Doctrins the Commandments of Men.
as the Traditions of the Pharisees did, upon which our Saviour, in the forecited-place, pronounced, In vain do they worship me, teaching for Doctrines the commandments of Men.
and our own Reason, as our Lord himself, in compliance with Jewish Customs, observed; such as the singing a Paschal Hymn after the Passover, Mark. 14.26. using the Cup of Charity in the Passover. Luke. 22.16. Which was no part of the Institution;
and our own Reason, as our Lord himself, in compliance with Jewish Customs, observed; such as the singing a Paschal Hymn After the Passover, Mark. 14.26. using the Cup of Charity in the Passover. Lycia. 22.16. Which was no part of the Institution;
I heartily beg those who are averse to our Communion, not only to consider the danger of Schism, which they are highly guilty of notwithstanding the Tolleration,
I heartily beg those who Are averse to our Communion, not only to Consider the danger of Schism, which they Are highly guilty of notwithstanding the Toleration,
then did he extol them as much, calling their Musick Heavenly, Angelical Melody, and what not? Now I ascribe his former Prejudice against Organs to his Ignorance of the Power and Insluence of them;
then did he extol them as much, calling their Music Heavenly, Angelical Melody, and what not? Now I ascribe his former Prejudice against Organs to his Ignorance of the Power and Influence of them;
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as in like manner I ascribe the Prejudices of those among us, who are Enemies to them and our other Constitutions, to their ignorance of their usefulness.
as in like manner I ascribe the Prejudices of those among us, who Are Enemies to them and our other Constitutions, to their ignorance of their usefulness.
this cannot be expected till Men can resolve to reject their prejudices and pevish humors, till they are convinced that as it is the duty of every one to prevent Division and Faction as much as in them lies,
this cannot be expected till Men can resolve to reject their prejudices and peevish humours, till they Are convinced that as it is the duty of every one to prevent Division and Faction as much as in them lies,
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and to endeavour sincerely after Unity, so there is no possibility of effecting this, except they can humbly submit to the determination of Rulers, in matters relating to outward Order and Discipline in the Church, comply with customary Rites,
and to endeavour sincerely After Unity, so there is no possibility of effecting this, except they can humbly submit to the determination of Rulers, in matters relating to outward Order and Discipline in the Church, comply with customary Rites,
and how shall we try? not by our own Fancies and Humors, but by the Word of God, according as we find the Bereans did try the Doctrin of Paul and Silas, Acts 17.11.
and how shall we try? not by our own Fancies and Humours, but by the Word of God, according as we find the Bereans did try the Doctrine of Paul and Silas, Acts 17.11.
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And the Scriptures, though they do not in particular prescribe our Constitutions, nor indeed the Rites of any Society of Christians in the World which hath the fewest,
And the Scriptures, though they do not in particular prescribe our Constitutions, nor indeed the Rites of any Society of Christians in the World which hath the fewest,
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all which being weighed and considered impartially, who can conclude but that our Governors are enjoined even from the Word of God to prescribe such Ordinances as they have,
all which being weighed and considered impartially, who can conclude but that our Governors Are enjoined even from the Word of God to prescribe such Ordinances as they have,
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and that we also from the fame Word are bound to submit to them? Then what remains? But that every one be careful to preserve the Unity of the Spirit in the Bond of Peace, that they frequent our Assemblies and comply with our Ordinances, attending to the true End and Design of them;
and that we also from the fame Word Are bound to submit to them? Then what remains? But that every one be careful to preserve the Unity of the Spirit in the Bound of Peace, that they frequent our Assemblies and comply with our Ordinances, attending to the true End and Design of them;
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that so our Hearts may be affected agreeably as they ought to be, that so we may serve God with one Accord in one Place, be of one Mind, have true Fellowship with Christ and with one another,
that so our Hearts may be affected agreeably as they ought to be, that so we may serve God with one Accord in one Place, be of one Mind, have true Fellowship with christ and with one Another,
