Christ the Saviour and governour of his church, or, Two sermons on Isaiah 9. 6, the former concerning the saving benefit of the incarnation of the Son of God, the latter concerning Christ his governing his people, by the scepter of his word / preached in the parish-church of Flordon in the county of Norfolk, Decem. 25 & Ian. 4, 1646 by Thomas Rous, master of arts and minister of the said parish of Flordon ; now published for the vindication of the author.
For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, the Government shall be upon his Shoulder, his Name shall be called Wonderfull, Counsellour, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.
For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, the Government shall be upon his Shoulder, his Name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.
but the Countenance of the Lord is against them that do evill, to root out the remembrance of them from the Earth, Psa 34.15, 16. The eighth and ninth Chapters of this Prophecie may well be termed Canticum Isaiae, the Prophets Song, not much unlike that of Davids, of Mercy and Judgement;
but the Countenance of the Lord is against them that do evil, to root out the remembrance of them from the Earth, Psa 34.15, 16. The eighth and ninth Chapters of this Prophecy may well be termed Canticum Isaiae, the prophets Song, not much unlike that of Davids, of Mercy and Judgement;
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a Song of Judgement in the Assyrians Invasion; a Song of Mercy inour Saviour's Incarnation. As God is gracious in shewing Mercy abundantly to his faithfull Servants;
a Song of Judgement in the Assyrians Invasion; a Song of Mercy inour Saviour's Incarnation. As God is gracious in showing Mercy abundantly to his faithful Servants;
In the foregoing Chapter, there is mention made of grievous trouble and affliction that should come upon Israel and Judah, by the Power and Hostility of the King of Assyria.
In the foregoing Chapter, there is mention made of grievous trouble and affliction that should come upon Israel and Judah, by the Power and Hostility of the King of Assyria.
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In this Chapter, lest they should despair under the Burden of so great Affliction, the Almighty Comforts them with a gratious Promise of a timely Deliverance, he telleth them, that their Calamity shall not alwaies continue, Heaviness may endure for a Night but Joy cometh in the Morning;
In this Chapter, lest they should despair under the Burden of so great Affliction, the Almighty Comforts them with a gracious Promise of a timely Deliverance, he Telleth them, that their Calamity shall not always continue, Heaviness may endure for a Night but Joy comes in the Morning;
Glorious indeed was that Victory which sometimes Gods People, the Jews, obtained over the Midianites, under the Command of Gideon: But much more glorious is this which we have through the Almighty Power of Jesus Christ;
Glorious indeed was that Victory which sometime God's People, the jews, obtained over the midianites, under the Command of gideon: But much more glorious is this which we have through the Almighty Power of jesus christ;
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unto us a Son is given, &c. These words contain a description of him who is the very Basis, Ground & Foundation of all Christian Comfort, Jesus Christ.
unto us a Son is given, etc. These words contain a description of him who is the very Basis, Ground & Foundation of all Christian Comfort, jesus christ.
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His Incarnation, or Assumption of Humane Nature into the Unity of his Person, in that he is here called a Child, and a Son; he is said to be a Child because truly Man, born of a Woman, taken out of the Mass or Lump of Mankind, propagated from Adam; he is called Son, to denote his Divinity,
His Incarnation, or Assump of Humane Nature into the Unity of his Person, in that he is Here called a Child, and a Son; he is said to be a Child Because truly Man, born of a Woman, taken out of the Mass or Lump of Mankind, propagated from Adam; he is called Son, to denote his Divinity,
We see Jesus, saith the Apostle, who was made little lower than the Angels, for the suffering of Death crowned with glory and honour, that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man;
We see jesus, Says the Apostle, who was made little lower than the Angels, for the suffering of Death crowned with glory and honour, that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man;
and powerfull operation he might repair Gods Image in us, which we lost in Adam; this Essentiall and perfect Image of God, did the Almighty send into the World, to be the only and all sufficient means whereby to restore and repair faln and forlorn mankind;
and powerful operation he might repair God's Image in us, which we lost in Adam; this Essential and perfect Image of God, did the Almighty send into the World, to be the only and all sufficient means whereby to restore and repair fallen and forlorn mankind;
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we shall never become like unto God, unless we be made like unto him by this his Image, saith St Ambrose. Nor may this Doctrine of our Saviours Incarnation be taken without this threefold Caution.
we shall never become like unto God, unless we be made like unto him by this his Image, Says Saint Ambrose. Nor may this Doctrine of our Saviors Incarnation be taken without this threefold Caution.
And now Jesus Christ having assumed our Nature and Flesh to dwell and to be worshipped in the same as in his Temple, we must not therefore fancy him to be a bare Creature, a meer man and nothing else;
And now jesus christ having assumed our Nature and Flesh to dwell and to be worshipped in the same as in his Temple, we must not Therefore fancy him to be a bore Creature, a mere man and nothing Else;
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as to be born, to dye, to shed his bloud, to be crucified, &c. for to say that the person of Man in Christ is the Subject of these things, what were this,
as to be born, to die, to shed his blood, to be Crucified, etc. for to say that the person of Man in christ is the Subject of these things, what were this,
So the Humane Nature by reason of its Union with the Person of the Son of God hath a greater excellency than otherwise it could possibly have, it being thereby furnished with all possible perfections whereof it is capable.
So the Humane Nature by reason of its union with the Person of the Son of God hath a greater excellency than otherwise it could possibly have, it being thereby furnished with all possible perfections whereof it is capable.
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So much for the Incarnation of Christ, now followeth the end thereof, which is the second Member of the Doctrine, viz. That the Son of God became Man for the Salvation of Mankind;
So much for the Incarnation of christ, now follows the end thereof, which is the second Member of the Doctrine, viz. That the Son of God became Man for the Salvation of Mankind;
and that this was the end of our Saviours Incarnation is made plain by that saying of his fore-runner John the Baptist, Behold that Lamb of God that taketh away the sin of the World;
and that this was the end of our Saviors Incarnation is made plain by that saying of his forerunner John the Baptist, Behold that Lamb of God that Takes away the since of the World;
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and also by that of the Apostle Saint Paul, This is afaithfull saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Jesus Christ came into the World to save sinners.
and also by that of the Apostle Saint Paul, This is afaithfull saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that jesus christ Come into the World to save Sinners.
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Secondly, without shedding of Bloud there could be no Remission, and therefore that Jesus Christ might purchase Remission of Sins for his Elect, it was most requisite that he should become Man:
Secondly, without shedding of Blood there could be no Remission, and Therefore that jesus christ might purchase Remission of Sins for his Elect, it was most requisite that he should become Man:
God the Father cals upon all without exception from out of Heaven, saying, Hear him. Yea, the Lord himself gives a Commission to his Apostles to go into all the World,
God the Father calls upon all without exception from out of Heaven, saying, Hear him. Yea, the Lord himself gives a Commission to his Apostles to go into all the World,
Secondly, He is in a singular manner given unto Abraham, David, and their Posterity, for as much as God made an especiall promise of him unto them he came of them according to the Flesh;
Secondly, He is in a singular manner given unto Abraham, David, and their Posterity, for as much as God made an especial promise of him unto them he Come of them according to the Flesh;
without we have this way an Interest in Christ, by a true and lively faith, the other two waies of having an Interest in him will nothing availe us to our Salvation:
without we have this Way an Interest in christ, by a true and lively faith, the other two ways of having an Interest in him will nothing avail us to our Salvation:
To such only as beleeve will Christ Jesus prove a hiding place from the Wind, a Covert from the Tempest, &c. To such only will he be for a Sanctuary, and a sure Refuge;
To such only as believe will christ jesus prove a hiding place from the Wind, a Covert from the Tempest, etc. To such only will he be for a Sanctuary, and a sure Refuge;
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and beholding therein Gods love to Mankind, must needs burst out into that Exclamation, Lord what is man, &c. If he considering Gods wonderfull mercy towards him in his deliverance from the fury of Saul, chose one day in the year, whereof he speaks with principall note, saying, This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will rejoice, &c. How much more should we stand amazed at the consideration of the Infinite,
and beholding therein God's love to Mankind, must needs burst out into that Exclamation, Lord what is man, etc. If he considering God's wonderful mercy towards him in his deliverance from the fury of Saul, chosen one day in the year, whereof he speaks with principal note, saying, This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will rejoice, etc. How much more should we stand amazed At the consideration of the Infinite,
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and Fathomless depth of Gods love in the Redemption of Mankind by the Death of his Son? How should the remembrance of the Day of Christ his Nativity and Incarnation affect our hearts with Joy and Gladness? Surely as the speciall Presence of God doth sanctifie and hallow some places above others,
and Fathomless depth of God's love in the Redemption of Mankind by the Death of his Son? How should the remembrance of the Day of christ his Nativity and Incarnation affect our hearts with Joy and Gladness? Surely as the special Presence of God does sanctify and hallow Some places above Others,
so do the extraordinary works of God worthily challenge some days and times to be set apart for the commemoration thereof, which we ought to esteem above other Seasons:
so do the extraordinary works of God worthily challenge Some days and times to be Set apart for the commemoration thereof, which we ought to esteem above other Seasons:
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As especially the work of this day, which we now commemorate, wherein the Blessing of all Blessings, the Light of Lights, that Victorious Champion, where, by we have perfect deliverance from the Power and Malice of all our Ghostly and Bodily Enemies, came into the World.
As especially the work of this day, which we now commemorate, wherein the Blessing of all Blessings, the Light of Lights, that Victorious Champion, where, by we have perfect deliverance from the Power and Malice of all our Ghostly and Bodily Enemies, Come into the World.
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and for whose sakes he became Incarnate? O let us rouze up our dull and drowsie Spirits to bless and praise the Name of God for this so unspeakable a Mercy;
and for whose sakes he became Incarnate? O let us rouse up our dull and drowsy Spirits to bless and praise the Name of God for this so unspeakable a Mercy;
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Let us bless the Almighty with Zacharias, saying, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, &c. Let us joyn with the blessed Angels, those glorious Creatures, in singing, Glory be to God on High.
Let us bless the Almighty with Zacharias, saying, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, etc. Let us join with the blessed Angels, those glorious Creatures, in singing, Glory be to God on High.
Old Simeon, no sooner had he seen the Saviour of the World, but presently as it were overcome with Joy, he began to breath out his Domine nunc dimittis, &c. Wherefore let us also, who look for the same benefit from Christ Jesus, praise God for him as cheerfully, as cordially.
Old Simeon, no sooner had he seen the Saviour of the World, but presently as it were overcome with Joy, he began to breath out his Domine nunc Dimittis, etc. Wherefore let us also, who look for the same benefit from christ jesus, praise God for him as cheerfully, as cordially.
I mean not that fond and vain Joy of Worldlings, and voluptuous Epicures, arising only from the momentany enjoyment of the pleasures and profits of this life;
I mean not that found and vain Joy of Worldlings, and voluptuous Epicureans, arising only from the momentany enjoyment of the pleasures and profits of this life;
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but that sound and solid Joy of Christians, which is a cheerfull affection caused by the apprehension of our gracious reconciliation with God through Jesus Christ;
but that found and solid Joy of Christians, which is a cheerful affection caused by the apprehension of our gracious reconciliation with God through jesus christ;
Much more oughtest thou, when thy heart is endangered to be corrupted by lying among these earthly matters, to endeavour to remove it to an higher place, viz. Heaven, whereby it may be kept pure and sound.
Much more Ought thou, when thy heart is endangered to be corrupted by lying among these earthly matters, to endeavour to remove it to an higher place, viz. Heaven, whereby it may be kept pure and found.
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Secondly, let us seriously meditate on this wonderfull work of God, namely our Redemption through the death of his Son. Meditation doth deeply fix the works of God in our minds,
Secondly, let us seriously meditate on this wonderful work of God, namely our Redemption through the death of his Son. Meditation does deeply fix the works of God in our minds,
and at the length will breed much joy and delight for them in our hearts. Observe what the thoughts of Injuries will work in the envious and malicious man;
and At the length will breed much joy and delight for them in our hearts. Observe what the thoughts of Injuries will work in the envious and malicious man;
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Oh Beloved, whence is it that the sweet mercies of God are buried in oblivion and forgetfulness? Whence is it that the holy Ordinances of God are so much slighted,
O beloved, whence is it that the sweet Mercies of God Are buried in oblivion and forgetfulness? Whence is it that the holy Ordinances of God Are so much slighted,
but from the want of due and serious Meditation? Wherefore that we may be affected with the sweet Mercies of our good God, that we may delight our selves in the marvelous operations of his hands, take pleasure in doing his Commandements,
but from the want of due and serious Meditation? Wherefore that we may be affected with the sweet mercies of our good God, that we may delight our selves in the marvelous operations of his hands, take pleasure in doing his commandments,
It is possible therefore for the Soul to Joy in God, and to Mourn for Sin, which like a Cloud strives to hide the brightness of his Countenance from it.
It is possible Therefore for the Soul to Joy in God, and to Mourn for since, which like a Cloud strives to hide the brightness of his Countenance from it.
By sorrowfull repentance the Soul forsakes Sin, and so d•aws neer unto God, and the neerer it comes unto him, the more it participates of spirituall joy, according to that of the Psalmist, According to the multitude of the sorrows I had in my heart, thy comforts have refresh'd my soul;
By sorrowful Repentance the Soul forsakes since, and so d•aws near unto God, and the nearer it comes unto him, the more it participates of spiritual joy, according to that of the Psalmist, According to the multitude of the sorrows I had in my heart, thy comforts have refreshed my soul;
but to the sad and afflicted Captives? whom is he to comfort, but such as mourn? to whom will he give Beauty for Ashes, Joy and the Garment of Praise for the spirit of heaviness,
but to the sad and afflicted Captives? whom is he to Comfort, but such as mourn? to whom will he give Beauty for Ashes, Joy and the Garment of Praise for the Spirit of heaviness,
as one that is in bitterness for his first born? Wherefore let us now sow the Seed of Godly sorrow, that we may reap the heavenly fruit of spirituall joy;
as one that is in bitterness for his First born? Wherefore let us now sow the Seed of Godly sorrow, that we may reap the heavenly fruit of spiritual joy;
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let us now acquaint our selves with hearty grief for the Commission of sin, that so we may have a true sense and feeling of spirituall Joy for the remission of sin.
let us now acquaint our selves with hearty grief for the Commission of since, that so we may have a true sense and feeling of spiritual Joy for the remission of since.
Hath he denied them, or suffered them to be deprived of these, through the malice and injustice of men? yet they rejoice in that they suffer losse and disgrace in the World for righteousness sake.
Hath he denied them, or suffered them to be deprived of these, through the malice and injustice of men? yet they rejoice in that they suffer loss and disgrace in the World for righteousness sake.
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It shall be no advantage unto us that the Son of God was conceived in the Womb of the Virgin Mary, if he be not formed, conceived and born in the Womb of our hearts by a true and lively faith.
It shall be no advantage unto us that the Son of God was conceived in the Womb of the Virgae Marry, if he be not formed, conceived and born in the Womb of our hearts by a true and lively faith.
he traveleth with wickedness, conceiveth mischief, and brings forth falshood, saith holy David, concerning Cush the Benjamite; and St James tels us, that Lust when it hath co••ived brings forth sin,
he traveleth with wickedness, conceiveth mischief, and brings forth falsehood, Says holy David, Concerning Cush the Benjamite; and Saint James tells us, that Lust when it hath co••ived brings forth since,
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how much more shall God Almighty be pacified towards us, when as by a true and lively Faith we shall have put on Christ himself? O let us see that we have this Garment upon us, especially addressing our selves to the Lords Table.
how much more shall God Almighty be pacified towards us, when as by a true and lively Faith we shall have put on christ himself? O let us see that we have this Garment upon us, especially addressing our selves to the lords Table.
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You know how severely the King in the Gospel dealt with him that came to the Wedding-Feast, not having on his Wedding Garment, he commands him to be taken away, bound hand and foot, and cast into utter darkn••;
You know how severely the King in the Gospel dealt with him that Come to the Wedding-feast, not having on his Wedding Garment, he commands him to be taken away, bound hand and foot, and cast into utter darkn••;
Possibly you may deceive men with specious pretensions, yea, your selves also with groundless opinions and conceits of having those Graces which indeed you have not,
Possibly you may deceive men with specious pretensions, yea, your selves also with groundless opinions and conceits of having those Graces which indeed you have not,
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take up firm Resolutions and Purposes against all manner of Sin for times to come; and being thus disposed, come ye cheerfully to this heavenly Banquet of your Souls.
take up firm Resolutions and Purposes against all manner of since for times to come; and being thus disposed, come you cheerfully to this heavenly Banquet of your Souls.
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as in hearing his Word, receiving the holy Sacraments, or praying unto him, we have even then great cause to beg pardon at his hand for our manifold failings;
as in hearing his Word, receiving the holy Sacraments, or praying unto him, we have even then great cause to beg pardon At his hand for our manifold failings;
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The second Sermon. Isaiah 9.6. The Government shall be upon his shoulder, his Name shall be called Wonderfull, Counsellour, the mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.
The second Sermon. Isaiah 9.6. The Government shall be upon his shoulder, his Name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, the mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.
IN the former part of the Verse you had a description of our Lord and Saviour, by his Natures Divine and Humane, united together in his Sacred Person;
IN the former part of the Verse you had a description of our Lord and Saviour, by his Nature's Divine and Humane, united together in his Sacred Person;
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almost the like expression we have concerning Eliakim, who was to be substituted in the place of Shebna, I will commit the Government, &c. That is, he shall rule, govern, and order the People.
almost the like expression we have Concerning Eliakim, who was to be substituted in the place of Shebna, I will commit the Government, etc. That is, he shall Rule, govern, and order the People.
the consideration whereof made that chosen Vessell stand amazed, and cry out, O the depth, &c. He is called Counsellour, because he governs and directs his People by his word and spirit.
the consideration whereof made that chosen Vessel stand amazed, and cry out, Oh the depth, etc. He is called Counselor, Because he governs and directs his People by his word and Spirit.
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The Prophet David speaking of the great power of God in the Creating of the VVorld, saith of the Creatures, He spake the word and they were made, &c. So Moses; So our Saviour no sooner called Andrew and Simon from their fishing, but they obeyed him:
The Prophet David speaking of the great power of God in the Creating of the World, Says of the Creatures, He spoke the word and they were made, etc. So Moses; So our Saviour no sooner called Andrew and Simon from their fishing, but they obeyed him:
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But the VVord of God accompanied with the Spirit of Sanctification and Holiness, is made a powerfull means unto us, whereby we may be able both to know and do the things that are commanded us of God.
But the Word of God accompanied with the Spirit of Sanctification and Holiness, is made a powerful means unto us, whereby we may be able both to know and do the things that Are commanded us of God.
the holy Scriptures only can direct us in matters absolutely necessary to Salvation, though in matters meerly circumstantiall and indifferent, we are not alwaies to look for any particular express command in holy VVait,
the holy Scriptures only can Direct us in matters absolutely necessary to Salvation, though in matters merely circumstantial and indifferent, we Are not always to look for any particular express command in holy Wait,
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First, when we deprive our selves of our own liberty, as Ananias and Saphyra, who had liberty to sell or not to sell their Possessions, till such time as they had bound themselves by solemn purpose to sell them.
First, when we deprive our selves of our own liberty, as Ananias and Saphyra, who had liberty to fell or not to fell their Possessions, till such time as they had bound themselves by solemn purpose to fell them.
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there were many kinds of Garments of which Aaron and his Sons might have taken their choice, had not God streightly tyed them to one kind of Habit. All kind of Meats in themselves were indifferent,
there were many Kinds of Garments of which Aaron and his Sons might have taken their choice, had not God streightly tied them to one kind of Habit. All kind of Meats in themselves were indifferent,
Thus in matters and things in their own nature indifferent, unless in those three above-mentioned Cases, there is a power in us to choose or refuse, to do or leave undon;
Thus in matters and things in their own nature indifferent, unless in those three abovementioned Cases, there is a power in us to choose or refuse, to do or leave undone;
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the expediency or conveniency of them is shewn unto us by our own Judgments and Reason, to the light whereof we are left for our direction in such Matters and Actions;
the expediency or conveniency of them is shown unto us by our own Judgments and Reason, to the Light whereof we Are left for our direction in such Matters and Actions;
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The Testimonies of the Lord are pure, and perfect, altogether sufficient to their end, nor must we think that God in them hath omitted any thing which may be supplyed with Humane Inventions.
The Testimonies of the Lord Are pure, and perfect, altogether sufficient to their end, nor must we think that God in them hath omitted any thing which may be supplied with Humane Inventions.
Two sorts of opinions therefore may be hence justly censured, the one of the Papists, teaching that the holy Scriptures contain not all things appertaining to Faith,
Two sorts of opinions Therefore may be hence justly censured, the one of the Papists, teaching that the holy Scriptures contain not all things appertaining to Faith,
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As for the former, what can be more directly opposite to the Word of God than it? for hath not the Lord himself evidently declared the sufficiency of his Word by that express prohibition? Nay, are not such as add unto,
As for the former, what can be more directly opposite to the Word of God than it? for hath not the Lord himself evidently declared the sufficiency of his Word by that express prohibition? Nay, Are not such as add unto,
or take away from the Word of God threatned to have their Names raced out of the Book of Life? But to answer some of their Objections they make against the perfection of the Sacred Scripture.
or take away from the Word of God threatened to have their Names razed out of the Book of Life? But to answer Some of their Objections they make against the perfection of the Sacred Scripture.
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though these words Trinity, Unity, Essence, &c. are not therein expressed, yet in the sense and meaning thereof in divers places of Scripture contained;
though these words Trinity, Unity, Essence, etc. Are not therein expressed, yet in the sense and meaning thereof in diverse places of Scripture contained;
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Secondly, St. Paul (say they) commends the Corinthians for keeping the Ordinances that were delivered them, and promiseth to set things in order among them at his next comming unto them, therefore all things necessary to be observed and done, are not expresly commanded in the holy Scripture.
Secondly, Saint Paul (say they) commends the Corinthians for keeping the Ordinances that were Delivered them, and promises to Set things in order among them At his next coming unto them, Therefore all things necessary to be observed and done, Are not expressly commanded in the holy Scripture.
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I answer, the blessed Apostle in these places speaks only of matters Circumstantiall and meerly Ceremoniall in the Church of Corinth, and not of any Articles of Faith, or things necessary to Salvation;
I answer, the blessed Apostle in these places speaks only of matters Circumstantial and merely Ceremonial in the Church of Corinth, and not of any Articles of Faith, or things necessary to Salvation;
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what right Reason shall shew unto us to be most decent and orderly, the same must we do, according to that of the Apostle, Let all things be done, &c,
what right Reason shall show unto us to be most decent and orderly, the same must we do, according to that of the Apostle, Let all things be done, etc.,
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for brevity sake I will name only one, and that is, Whatsoever is not of Faith is Sin, and hence they infer, That to do any thing for which we have not an express Command in the Word of God, is sin;
for brevity sake I will name only one, and that is, Whatsoever is not of Faith is since, and hence they infer, That to do any thing for which we have not an express Command in the Word of God, is since;
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I answer, Faith is taken in holy Scripture two waies, viz, strictly, only for a firm and constant apprehension of Christ and all his Merits as they are promised and offered in the Word and Sacraments, so Rom. 1.17. or largely for any kind of perswasion of the truth of things credible:
I answer, Faith is taken in holy Scripture two ways, videlicet, strictly, only for a firm and constant apprehension of christ and all his Merits as they Are promised and offered in the Word and Sacraments, so Rom. 1.17. or largely for any kind of persuasion of the truth of things credible:
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but in the latter acception, the Object of Faith extends it self further, as may appear by these Scriptures , Though ye beleeve not me, saith our Saviour, beleeve my works, &c. Except I see the print of the nailes, saith Thomas, I will not beleeve.
but in the latter acception, the Object of Faith extends it self further, as may appear by these Scriptures, Though you believe not me, Says our Saviour, believe my works, etc. Except I see the print of the nails, Says Thomas, I will not believe.
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or perswasion grounded on other assurance than Scripture? Might not the Jewes have been fully perswaded that they did well to think (had they so thought) that God the Father was in Christ,
or persuasion grounded on other assurance than Scripture? Might not the Jews have been Fully persuaded that they did well to think (had they so Thought) that God the Father was in christ,
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though they had no other ground for this their Faith, than those his miraculous works which they saw done by him? Might not Thomas have verily perswaded himself, that he did well to think that Body which was raised, to be the same that was crucified,
though they had no other ground for this their Faith, than those his miraculous works which they saw done by him? Might not Thomas have verily persuaded himself, that he did well to think that Body which was raised, to be the same that was Crucified,
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Thomas, because thou hast seen, thou hast beteeved, Yea, might not those Samaritans have safely perswaded themselves that they did well to beleeve in Christ upon the Womans words, which said, He told me all that ever I did? Now this kind of Faith the Apostle here intends, viz. a perswasion that what we do is well done, against which perswasion, he counts it sin to enterprize any thing:
Thomas, Because thou hast seen, thou hast beteeved, Yea, might not those Samaritans have safely persuaded themselves that they did well to believe in christ upon the Woman's words, which said, He told me all that ever I did? Now this kind of Faith the Apostle Here intends, viz. a persuasion that what we do is well done, against which persuasion, he counts it since to enterprise any thing:
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Seeing then that this Faith, Belief, or Perswasion, whereof the Apostle here speaks, may be grounded on other assurance than Scripture, it cannot be hence proved that no Actions are lawfull or warrantable for which we have no express Command in the holy Scriptures.
Seeing then that this Faith, Belief, or Persuasion, whereof the Apostle Here speaks, may be grounded on other assurance than Scripture, it cannot be hence proved that no Actions Are lawful or warrantable for which we have no express Command in the holy Scriptures.
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nor may we imagine that God is displeased with us for following the light of Nature in those things which are no way forbidden in the sacred Scripture.
nor may we imagine that God is displeased with us for following the Light of Nature in those things which Are no Way forbidden in the sacred Scripture.
Not to admit this, what were it but clean to abrogate the Law of Nature? Yea, were it granted that nothing may be done without an express Precept in the holy Scripture, what would the Scripture it self seem but a snare and a torment to weak Consciences, filling them with infinite perplexities, scruples,
Not to admit this, what were it but clean to abrogate the Law of Nature? Yea, were it granted that nothing may be done without an express Precept in the holy Scripture, what would the Scripture it self seem but a snare and a torment to weak Consciences, filling them with infinite perplexities, scruples,
and doubts? Not that the Scripture it self doth cause any such thing, but that the necessity of this life urging men to do many things by the direction of the light of Nature, common Discretion, and Judgement;
and doubts? Not that the Scripture it self does cause any such thing, but that the necessity of this life urging men to do many things by the direction of the Light of Nature, Common Discretion, and Judgement;
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how can this choose but bring them even to their wits end? how can it choose but vex and amaze them? This once granted, it would follow that Parents should cause their Children to sin,
how can this choose but bring them even to their wits end? how can it choose but vex and amaze them? This once granted, it would follow that Parents should cause their Children to since,
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but also by way of reprehension of those lewd and accursed practices of such as will by no means be perswaded to submit themselves to his Regall Power and Authority,
but also by Way of reprehension of those lewd and accursed practices of such as will by no means be persuaded to submit themselves to his Regal Power and authority,
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These oppose the Regall Authority of Jesus Christ, and say in the language of their corrupt practices with Pharaoh Who is the Lord that we should obey him?
These oppose the Regal authority of jesus christ, and say in the language of their corrupt practices with Pharaoh Who is the Lord that we should obey him?
Oh, how desperate is thy Estate, how dangerous is thy Condition, who dost not submit thy self to the Government of Christ? Can there possibly be any greater sin than that of Ingratitude? Can there be any greater Ingratitude than not to yeeld obedience to him upon whom thy being and well being dependeth?
O, how desperate is thy Estate, how dangerous is thy Condition, who dost not submit thy self to the Government of christ? Can there possibly be any greater since than that of Ingratitude? Can there be any greater Ingratitude than not to yield Obedience to him upon whom thy being and well being dependeth?
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Againe can there possibly be any greater folly or madness than to oppose thy self against God? What art thou that thou shouldst provoke him? Art thou stronger than he? Who art thou that pleadest against God? saith the Apostle, in another case, hath not the Potter power over the clay? As the clay is in the hand of the Potter,
Again can there possibly be any greater folly or madness than to oppose thy self against God? What art thou that thou Shouldst provoke him? Art thou Stronger than he? Who art thou that pleadest against God? Says the Apostle, in Another case, hath not the Potter power over the clay? As the clay is in the hand of the Potter,
and wilt not thou be much more afraid to violate the Commands of the King of Kings, who is able to destroy thy Body and Soul in Hell? Where the word of a King is there is power, saith Solomon, and wilt thou dare to slight and contemn the word of this Great King, the Mighty God? O let us all be exhorted now to send our Lamb to the Ruler of the Earth, to tender our Homage, offer our Service,
and wilt not thou be much more afraid to violate the Commands of the King of Kings, who is able to destroy thy Body and Soul in Hell? Where the word of a King is there is power, Says Solomon, and wilt thou Dare to slight and contemn the word of this Great King, the Mighty God? O let us all be exhorted now to send our Lamb to the Ruler of the Earth, to tender our Homage, offer our Service,
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and shall we think that Christ Jesus hath been at this expence and charge for us, that we might live as we list? shall we imagine with profane Libertines,
and shall we think that christ jesus hath been At this expense and charge for us, that we might live as we list? shall we imagine with profane Libertines,
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and corrupt Antinomians, that we are so redeemed from the Law, that we need not yeeld any obedience thereunto? Certainly we are redeemed to another end,
and corrupt Antinomians, that we Are so redeemed from the Law, that we need not yield any Obedience thereunto? Certainly we Are redeemed to Another end,
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The grace of God that bringeth salvation, &c. If therefore we will by no means yeeld obedience to his sacred Word, what do we but unthankfully slight and despise all that he hath done for our Souls? What do we but Crucifie afresh the Lord of Life, trample upon his Bloud,
The grace of God that brings salvation, etc. If Therefore we will by no means yield Obedience to his sacred Word, what do we but unthankfully slight and despise all that he hath done for our Souls? What do we but Crucify afresh the Lord of Life, trample upon his Blood,
and count the Bloud of the New Testament an unholy thing, and do despight unto the Spirit of Grace ? O let us not be so damnably ingratefull to so willing a Saviour;
and count the Blood of the New Testament an unholy thing, and do despite unto the Spirit of Grace? O let us not be so damnably ingrateful to so willing a Saviour;
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1. He is an Almighty God, alsufficient, and depending on none, his Subjects are not charged with supporting and defending him, (as it is with Earthly Princes) but he defends and maintains them, he is the head of all Principalities and Powers,
1. He is an Almighty God, All-sufficient, and depending on none, his Subject's Are not charged with supporting and defending him, (as it is with Earthly Princes) but he defends and maintains them, he is the head of all Principalities and Powers,
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2. Nor is he only infinitely great, but also superabundantly good, hence he is called the Everlasting Father. It is the property of a good King to be Pater Patriae, a Father to his Subjects.
2. Nor is he only infinitely great, but also superabundantly good, hence he is called the Everlasting Father. It is the property of a good King to be Pater Patriae, a Father to his Subject's.
Kings therefore are called Fathers, not only in divine, but also in prophane Writers; The Senatours of Rome, and chiefe Governours were called Fathers of their Countries.
Kings Therefore Are called Father's, not only in divine, but also in profane Writers; The Senators of Room, and chief Governors were called Father's of their Countries.
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and those Bowels of Compassion which Christ hath towards his People, he is here called the Everlasting Father; he is alwaies (according to his gracious Promise) present with them, to protect, defend, and provide for them.
and those Bowels of Compassion which christ hath towards his People, he is Here called the Everlasting Father; he is always (according to his gracious Promise) present with them, to Pact, defend, and provide for them.
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That Earthly Monarch was but the shadow, Christ Jesus is the true and reall substance. If she therefore accounts them happy that stood before him, and were his Attendants;
That Earthly Monarch was but the shadow, christ jesus is the true and real substance. If she Therefore accounts them happy that stood before him, and were his Attendants;
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so shall we be defended by his Power, provided for by his Providence, and everlastingly rewarded with that Peace which passeth all understanding. FINIS.
so shall we be defended by his Power, provided for by his Providence, and everlastingly rewarded with that Peace which passes all understanding. FINIS.
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Si in lapideo Templo Judaei adorarunt Dominum, ubierant Area & Cherubini, & qui Templum viderunt esse lapideum non ideo arbitrati sunt Dominum esse lapideum; ergo mul o magis in carne utpote in templo adorandus est Christus Dominus; non ideo autem mera creatura censendus. Athanas.
Si in lapideo Templo Judaei adorarunt Dominum, ubierant Area & Cherubini, & qui Templum viderunt esse lapideum non ideo arbitrati sunt Dominum esse lapideum; ergo Mul o magis in Carnem utpote in templo adorandus est Christus Dominus; non ideo autem Mera creatura censendus. Athanasius
Divinitas sine humanitate non est mediatrix, nec humauit as sine divinitate est mediatrix: sed inter solam divinitatem & humanitatem s•lam mediatrix est divina humanitas, & humana divinitas Christi. Aug.
Divinitas sine humanitate non est mediatrix, nec humauit as sine divinitate est mediatrix: sed inter Solam divinitatem & humanitatem s•lam mediatrix est Divine humanitas, & Humana divinitas Christ. Aug.
