Ioseph's partie-colored coat containing, a comment on part of the 11. chapter of the 1. epistle of S. Paul to the Corinthians : together with severall sermons, namely, [brace] 1. Growth in grace, 2. How farre examples may be followed, 3. An ill match well broken off, 4. Good from bad friends, 5. A glasse for gluttons, 6. How farre grace may be entayled, 7. A christning sermon, 8. Faction confuted / by T.F.
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as that which the Holy Spirit seemes most to favour, and intend in these expressions. 2. Here is one thing presupposed in the text, & laid down for a foundation;
as that which the Holy Spirit seems most to favour, and intend in these expressions. 2. Here is one thing presupposed in the text, & laid down for a Foundation;
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no doubt they were such as to whom S. Paul writes, Eph. 3.18. NONLATINALPHABET, Being rooted and grounded in love, such as the Colossians were, Col. 2.7. Rooted in Christ, and established in faith.
no doubt they were such as to whom S. Paul writes, Ephesians 3.18., Being rooted and grounded in love, such as the colossians were, Col. 2.7. Rooted in christ, and established in faith.
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this seemes to be an NONLATINALPHABET, the Lanthorne is to go first, Knowledge is to be the Vsher of Grace, information in the understanding must goe before reformation in the will and affections.
this seems to be an, the Lanthorn is to go First, Knowledge is to be the Usher of Grace, information in the understanding must go before Reformation in the will and affections.
I could answer, the holy Spirit is no whit curious in marshalling these graces, which he putteth first, they need no herauld to shew their pedigree, wch wil not fal out for precedency.
I could answer, the holy Spirit is no whit curious in marshalling these graces, which he putteth First, they need no herald to show their pedigree, which will not fall out for precedency.
& some herein arrive at a great heigth, as David, Psa. 119.99. I have more understanding than al my teachers, for thy testimonies are my meditations.
& Some herein arrive At a great heighth, as David, Psa. 119.99. I have more understanding than all my Teachers, for thy testimonies Are my meditations.
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We must grow according to both demensions, both in heigth, in knowledge, & in bredth, in piety, both in head and in heart, both in speculation and practise, we must not all run up in heigth,
We must grow according to both dimensions, both in heighth, in knowledge, & in breadth, in piety, both in head and in heart, both in speculation and practice, we must not all run up in heighth,
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Paul may plant, and Apollo may water, but God giveth the increase. It was observed of Master Greenham, that painefull and zealous Preacher of Gods Word;
Paul may plant, and Apollo may water, but God gives the increase. It was observed of Master Greenham, that painful and zealous Preacher of God's Word;
First plants have their NONLATINALPHABET, their bounds, both in heigth and bredth set by nature: (Hither shalt thou come and no further) to which when they have attayned they grow down-ward, and waxe lesse;
First plants have their, their bounds, both in heighth and breadth Set by nature: (Hither shalt thou come and no further) to which when they have attained they grow downward, and wax less;
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yea all sublunary things, Habent suos terminos, quo cum venerint sistunt retrocedunt ruunt. But growth in grace admits of no such period, but still there is Plus ultra :
yea all sublunary things, Habent suos terminos, quo cum venerint sistunt retrocedunt ruunt. But growth in grace admits of no such Period, but still there is Plus ultra:
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What Saint Paul saith, Pray continually, rejoyce evermore, 1 Thess. 5.17. is as true of spirituall growth, grow continually, encrease evermore, never stop nor stay in grace, till thou commest to glory.
What Saint Paul Says, Pray continually, rejoice evermore, 1 Thess 5.17. is as true of spiritual growth, grow continually, increase evermore, never stop nor stay in grace, till thou Comest to glory.
whereas Christians on the contrary, Psal. 92.13.14. That bee planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the Court of our God, they shall still bring forth fruit in old age:
whereas Christians on the contrary, Psalm 92.13.14. That be planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the Court of our God, they shall still bring forth fruit in old age:
For the first let us take heed of Suckers in our soule, such superfluous excrementall sprigs, which like so many theeves, steale away the nourishment, which should maintaine the tree.
For the First let us take heed of Suckers in our soul, such superfluous excremental sprigs, which like so many thieves, steal away the nourishment, which should maintain the tree.
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How promising a Plant? what a shoot in Goodnesse did he give on a sudden, who said to our Saviour, Master I will follow thee whether soever thou goest? But how quickly was he withered with one scorching beame,
How promising a Plant? what a shoot in goodness did he give on a sudden, who said to our Saviour, Master I will follow thee whither soever thou goest? But how quickly was he withered with one scorching beam,
though in outward appearance, the leaves and bowes may seeme quite dead, and in Gods due time they grow out of their sins by repentance, out of their afflictions by patience.
though in outward appearance, the leaves and bows may seem quite dead, and in God's due time they grow out of their Sins by Repentance, out of their afflictions by patience.
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Scotus that famous Schoole-man being in a strong fit of an Apoplexy, was by the cruell kindnesse of his over officious friends, buried before he was dead.
Scotus that famous Schoolman being in a strong fit of an Apoplexy, was by the cruel kindness of his over officious Friends, buried before he was dead.
Many over hasty in their uncharitable censures, seeing one fallen into a sinne, bury him alive in their judgements, counting him a Cast-away and Reprobate,
Many over hasty in their uncharitable censures, seeing one fallen into a sin, bury him alive in their Judgments, counting him a Castaway and Reprobate,
because hee hath left Vanity in clothes, Curiosity in dyet, Excessivenesse in gaming; when alas needs must the fire goe out, when the fuell is taken away;
Because he hath left Vanity in clothes, Curiosity in diet, Excessiveness in gaming; when alas needs must the fire go out, when the fuel is taken away;
because they left prodigality, and reele into Covetousnesse: left Profanenesse, and fallen into spirituall Pride, or peevish affecting of out-side holinesse.
Because they left prodigality, and reel into Covetousness: left Profaneness, and fallen into spiritual Pride, or peevish affecting of outside holiness.
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This makes many mistake themselves, to be worse than they have beene formerly; whereas indeed the sick-man begins to amend, when hee begins to feele his paine.
This makes many mistake themselves, to be Worse than they have been formerly; whereas indeed the Sick man begins to amend, when he begins to feel his pain.
One that hath lived all his life time in a most darke Dungeon, and at last is brought out but into the twi-light, more admires at the clearnesse and brightnesse thereof,
One that hath lived all his life time in a most dark Dungeon, and At last is brought out but into the twilight, more admires At the clearness and brightness thereof,
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So a Christian newly regenerated, and brought out of the darke state of nature, into the life of grace, is more apprehensive at the first illumination, of the knowledge hee receives,
So a Christian newly regenerated, and brought out of the dark state of nature, into the life of grace, is more apprehensive At the First illumination, of the knowledge he receives,
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14. Some thinke they have lesse grace now, than they had some yeares since, because a great measure of grace seemes but little to him that desires more.
14. some think they have less grace now, than they had Some Years since, Because a great measure of grace seems but little to him that Desires more.
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when thou wert newly converted, God proportioned the weight to the weaknesse of thy souldiers, bound up the Devill, that hee should set upon thee with no more force,
when thou Wertenberg newly converted, God proportioned the weight to the weakness of thy Soldiers, bound up the devil, that he should Set upon thee with no more force,
But let them seriously consider, that these raptures which they then had, and now complaine they want, were but fits short and sudden, Nimbus erat, cito preterijt, not setled and constant,
But let them seriously Consider, that these raptures which they then had, and now complain they want, were but fits short and sudden, Nimbus erat, Quick preterijt, not settled and constant,
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to which end let us remember to pray to God for his blessing on us: our Saviour saith, Matth. 6.27. Which of you by taking care is able to adde one cubit unto his stature in the corporall growth? Much lesse able are wee in the spirituall growth, to adde one inch or haires bredth to the heigth of our soules.
to which end let us Remember to pray to God for his blessing on us: our Saviour Says, Matthew 6.27. Which of you by taking care is able to add one cubit unto his stature in the corporal growth? Much less able Are we in the spiritual growth, to add one inch or hairs breadth to the heighth of our Souls.
Then vvhat vvas pride in the Builders of Babel, vvill be piety in us, to mount and raise our soules so high, till the top of them shal reach to Heaven. Amen.
Then what was pride in the Builders of Babel, will be piety in us, to mount and raise our Souls so high, till the top of them shall reach to Heaven. Amen.
IN these words Naomi seekes to perswade Ruth to returne, alleaging the example of Orpah, who as she saith was gone back to her people, and to her gods ;
IN these words Naomi seeks to persuade Ruth to return, alleging the Exampl of Orpah, who as she Says was gone back to her people, and to her God's;
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For the Heathen supposing, that the whole world, and all the creatures therein was too great a Diocesse to bee daily visited by one, and the same Deity;
For the Heathen supposing, that the Whole world, and all the creatures therein was too great a Diocese to be daily visited by one, and the same Deity;
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Let men in eminent places, as Magistrates, Ministers, Fathers, Masters, (so that others love to dance after their Pipe, to sing after their Musick, to tread after their tract) endeavour to propound themselves examples of piety,
Let men in eminent places, as Magistrates, Ministers, Father's, Masters, (so that Others love to dance After their Pipe, to sing After their Music, to tread After their tract) endeavour to propound themselves Examples of piety,
Oh that there were such an holy ambition, and heavenly emulation in our hearts, that as Peter and Iohn ran a race, who should come first to the grave of our Saviour,
O that there were such an holy ambition, and heavenly emulation in our hearts, that as Peter and John ran a raze, who should come First to the grave of our Saviour,
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shal not our Masters be ashamed, to see that their men, whose place on earth is to come behind them, in piety towards Heaven to goe before them? shall not the Husband blush to see his Wife, which is the weaker vessell in nature, the stronger vessell in grace? shall not the elder Brother dye his cheeks with the colour of vertue, to see his younger Brother, who was last borne,
shall not our Masters be ashamed, to see that their men, whose place on earth is to come behind them, in piety towards Heaven to go before them? shall not the Husband blush to see his Wife, which is the Weaker vessel in nature, the Stronger vessel in grace? shall not the elder Brother die his cheeks with the colour of virtue, to see his younger Brother, who was last born,
but let him be angry with himselfe, because hee is worse than his brother, let him turne all his malice into imitation, all his fretting at him into following of him.
but let him be angry with himself, Because he is Worse than his brother, let him turn all his malice into imitation, all his fretting At him into following of him.
Imitate Micaiah, 1 King. 22. to whom when the Messenger sent to fetch him, said, Behold now the words of the Prophets, declare good unto the King with one mouth, let thy Word therefore I pray thee be like to one of them;
Imitate Micaiah, 1 King. 22. to whom when the Messenger sent to fetch him, said, Behold now the words of the prophets, declare good unto the King with one Mouth, let thy Word Therefore I pray thee be like to one of them;
so rather then we should be led by the lewd examples of those, that be neere and deare unto us, let us breake in peeces all their engagements, relations whatsoever.
so rather then we should be led by the lewd Examples of those, that be near and deer unto us, let us break in Pieces all their engagements, relations whatsoever.
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For as all examples have a great influence on the practise of the Beholders, so especially the deeds of good men registred in the Scripture (the Kalender of Eternity) are most attractive of imitation.
For as all Examples have a great influence on the practice of the Beholders, so especially the Deeds of good men registered in the Scripture (the Calendar of Eternity) Are most Attractive of imitation.
Actions founded in the ceremoniall Law, as Abrahams circumcising of Isaac, Hezekiahs eating the Passeover, Solomons offering of sacrifices, &c. We are to be thankful to God, that these shadows in Christ the substance are taken away.
Actions founded in the ceremonial Law, as Abrahams circumcising of Isaac, Hezekiah's eating the Passover, Solomons offering of Sacrifices, etc. We Are to be thankful to God, that these shadows in christ the substance Are taken away.
By those who still retaine them. Excellently Ignatius, Epist. ad Magnesios, NONLATINALPHABET. Yea, wee must forfeit the name of Christians, if we still retaine such old Rites.
By those who still retain them. Excellently Ignatius, Epistle ad Magnesios,. Yea, we must forfeit the name of Christians, if we still retain such old Rites.
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Let those who are admitted in the Colledge of grace, disdaine any longer to goe to the schoole of the Ceremoniall Law, which truly may bee called the Schoole of Tyrannus.
Let those who Are admitted in the College of grace, disdain any longer to go to the school of the Ceremonial Law, which truly may be called the School of Tyrannus.
They may sooner make Sauls Armour fit David, and Davids Sling and Scrip become Saul, then the particular Statutes of one Countrey, adequately, to comply with another.
They may sooner make Saul's Armour fit David, and Davids Sling and Scrip become Saul, then the particular Statutes of one Country, adequately, to comply with Another.
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and set it forth, Cum regali privilegio, Behold all things therein were very good, hee made one Eve for one Adam. Poligamy is an Erratum, and needs an Index expurgatorius, being crept in, being more than what was in the maiden coppy:
and Set it forth, Cum regali privilegio, Behold all things therein were very good, he made one Eve for one Adam. Polygamy is an Erratum, and needs an Index expurgatorius, being crept in, being more than what was in the maiden copy:
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whether to condemne or acquit them, and at last be forced to find it an Ignoramus. As whether David did well to dissemble himselfe frantick, thereby to escape the cruelty of Achish, King of Gath. Whether Hushai did well, in counterfeiting with Absolom, or whether therein hee did not make Heaven to bow too much to earth, I meane Policie to entrench upon Piety;
whither to condemn or acquit them, and At last be forced to find it an Ignoramus. As whither David did well to dissemble himself frantic, thereby to escape the cruelty of Achish, King of Gaza Whither Hushai did well, in counterfeiting with Absalom, or whither therein he did not make Heaven to bow too much to earth, I mean Policy to entrench upon Piety;
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The sonnes of Barzillai, Ezr. 2.63. Because their Genealogies were doubtfull and uncertaine, were put by the Priest-hood, till a Priest should rise up with Vrim and Thummim, by which wee may understand some especiall man amongst them, who by Gods Spirit might be able to decide the controversies, which were questioned in their pedigrees.
The Sons of Barzillai, Ezra 2.63. Because their Genealogies were doubtful and uncertain, were put by the Priesthood, till a Priest should rise up with Urim and Thummim, by which we may understand Some especial man among them, who by God's Spirit might be able to decide the controversies, which were questioned in their pedigrees.
So let us refraine from following these doubtfull examples, till (which in this world is not likely to bee) there arise an infallible Iudge, which can determine in these particulars,
So let us refrain from following these doubtful Examples, till (which in this world is not likely to be) there arise an infallible Judge, which can determine in these particulars,
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Thus in the Hebrew Midwives, Exod. 1. when they told the lye, there was in them, Fides mentis, & fallacia mentientis, the faithfulnesse of their love to their Countreymen,
Thus in the Hebrew Midwives, Exod 1. when they told the lie, there was in them, Fides mentis, & Fallacy Mentientis, the faithfulness of their love to their Countrymen,
In the first yeare of the raigne of Queene Elizabeth, the students of Christ-Church in Oxford, buried the bones of Peter Martyrs wife in the same Coffin, with the ashes of Fridswick a Popish Saint, to this intent, that if Popery, (which God forbid) should ever after over spread this land, Papists should bee puzled to part the ashes of a supposed Heretike, from one of their canonized Saints.
In the First year of the Reign of Queen Elizabeth, the Students of Christ church in Oxford, buried the bones of Peter Martyrs wife in the same Coffin, with the Ashes of Fridswick a Popish Saint, to this intent, that if Popery, (which God forbid) should ever After over spread this land, Papists should be puzzled to part the Ashes of a supposed Heretic, from one of their canonized Saints.
wickednesse doth so insensibly unite and incorporate it selfe with that that is good, that it is very difficult to sever and divide them without a sound, and well advised Iudgement.
wickedness does so insensibly unite and incorporate it self with that that is good, that it is very difficult to sever and divide them without a found, and well advised Judgement.
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Actions absolutely bad, so that no charitable Comment can bee fastned upon them, except wee will incurre the Prophets curse and woe, To call good evill, and evill good ;
Actions absolutely bad, so that no charitable Comment can be fastened upon them, except we will incur the prophets curse and woe, To call good evil, and evil good;
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who dare warrant his Armour for proofe, when Davids was shot through? Secondly, let us admire and laud Gods mercy, who pardoned and restored these men on their unfained Repentance.
who Dare warrant his Armour for proof, when Davids was shot through? Secondly, let us admire and laud God's mercy, who pardoned and restored these men on their unfeigned Repentance.
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When men either make these their patterns, by which they sin, or after their sinning alledge them for their excuse and defence. Thus Iudith did, Iudith 9.2.
When men either make these their patterns, by which they sin, or After their sinning allege them for their excuse and defence. Thus Iudith did, Iudith 9.2.
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and defiled her, &c. Well, if the Arme of Iudith had beene as weake as her judgement was herein, I should scarce beleeve, that shee ever cut off the head of Holophernes.
and defiled her, etc. Well, if the Arm of Iudith had been as weak as her judgement was herein, I should scarce believe, that she ever Cut off the head of Holofernes.
as the Faith of Abraham, the Meeknesse of Moses, the Valour of Ioshua, the Sincerity of Samuel, the plaine Dealing of Nathaniel, &c. Follow not then the Infidelity of Thomas, but the Faith of Abraham ;
as the Faith of Abraham, the Meekness of Moses, the Valour of Ioshua, the Sincerity of Samuel, the plain Dealing of Nathaniel, etc. Follow not then the Infidelity of Thomas, but the Faith of Abraham;
But as that must needs be a deformed face, wherein there is a transposition of the colours, the blewnesse of the vines being set in the lips, the rednesse which should be in the cheeks, in the nose;
But as that must needs be a deformed face, wherein there is a transposition of the colours, the blueness of the vines being Set in the lips, the redness which should be in the cheeks, in the nose;
so alas most mishapen is our soule, since Adams fall, whereby our affections are so inverted, Ioy stands where Griefe should, Griefe in the place of Ioy. Wee are bold where wee should feare, feare where we should be bold, love that wee should hate, hate what wee should love.
so alas most Misshapen is our soul, since Adams fallen, whereby our affections Are so inverted, Joy Stands where Grief should, Grief in the place of Joy we Are bold where we should Fear, Fear where we should be bold, love that we should hate, hate what we should love.
For the better understanding of which vvords, knovv that the Devill goes about to make an unfitting match, betwixt the soule of a Christian, on the one party,
For the better understanding of which words, know that the devil Goes about to make an unfitting match, betwixt the soul of a Christian, on the one party,
A match too likely to goe on, if wee consider the simplicity, and folly of many Christians (because of the remnants of corruption) easily to be seduced and inveagled,
A match too likely to go on, if we Consider the simplicity, and folly of many Christians (Because of the remnants of corruption) Easily to be seduced and inveigled,
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and from the comparing of these two, this Doctrine will result that. It is utterly unfitting for a Christian to place his affections on worldly things.
and from the comparing of these two, this Doctrine will result that. It is utterly unfitting for a Christian to place his affections on worldly things.
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In possession he hath the favour of God, the Spirit of Adoption, crying in him, Abba father, and many excellent graces of sanctification in some measure in his heart.
In possession he hath the favour of God, the Spirit of Adoption, crying in him, Abba father, and many excellent graces of sanctification in Some measure in his heart.
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I dare boldly say, the world put on her Holy-day Apparell, when shee was presented by the Devill to our Saviour, Matth. 4.9. She never looked so smug and smooth before or since, and had there beene any reall beauty therein, the Eagle-sight of our Saviour would have seene it;
I Dare boldly say, the world put on her Holiday Apparel, when she was presented by the devil to our Saviour, Matthew 4.9. She never looked so smug and smooth before or since, and had there been any real beauty therein, the eagle-sight of our Saviour would have seen it;
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The wisedome of this World is foolishnesse with God, and Cuilibet artifici credendum est in sua arte, what wisedome it selfe counts foolishnes, is folly to purpose ▪ her wealth is as small,
The Wisdom of this World is foolishness with God, and Cuilibet Artific credendum est in sua arte, what Wisdom it self counts foolishness, is folly to purpose ▪ her wealth is as small,
as either what the world cals Substance, is most subject to Accidents, uncertaine, unconstant, even lands themselves in this respect are moveables, Riches make themselves wings, and fly away ;
as either what the world calls Substance, is most Subject to Accidents, uncertain, unconstant, even Lands themselves in this respect Are movables, Riches make themselves wings, and fly away;
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Descend not so farre O Christian, beneath thy selfe, remember what thou art, and what thou hast, loose not thy selfe in lavishing thy affections, on so disproportioned a Mate:
Descend not so Far Oh Christian, beneath thy self, Remember what thou art, and what thou hast, lose not thy self in lavishing thy affections, on so disproportioned a Mate:
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but to match the old, rotten, withered, worme-eaten World, to thy new Man, thy new Creature, the regenerated and renewed part of thy soule, gray to green, is rather a torture, then a marriage, altogether disproportionable.
but to match the old, rotten, withered, Worm-eaten World, to thy new Man, thy new Creature, the regenerated and renewed part of thy soul, grey to green, is rather a torture, then a marriage, altogether disproportionable.
Alexander denyed to marry Darius his Daughter, though proffered unto him, scorning to bee conquered by her beauty, whose Father hee had conquered by his valour.
Alexander denied to marry Darius his Daughter, though proffered unto him, scorning to be conquered by her beauty, whose Father he had conquered by his valour.
Yea, though wert long before contracted to God in thy Baptisme, wherein thou didst solemnely promise thou wouldst Forsake the Devill and all his workes, the vaine pompe and glory of this World. Let the first contract stand;
Yea, though Wertenberg long before contracted to God in thy Baptism, wherein thou didst solemnly promise thou Wouldst Forsake the devil and all his works, the vain pomp and glory of this World. Let the First contract stand;
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For indeed it is not to bee done on a sudden, (matters of moment cannot bee done in a moment) but it is the taske of a mans whole life, til the day of his death.
For indeed it is not to be done on a sudden, (matters of moment cannot be done in a moment) but it is the task of a men Whole life, till the day of his death.
now thou mayest looke on the things of the world, Vt in transitu, as in passage (otherwise wee should be forced to shut our eyes) and wee may behold them with a slighting neglectfull fastidious looke;
now thou Mayest look on the things of the world, Vt in transitu, as in passage (otherwise we should be forced to shut our eyes) and we may behold them with a slighting neglectful fastidious look;
Take heed to looke on them with the eye of Admiration, as the Disciples looked on the Buildings of the Temple, Matth. 24 1. wondring at the Eternity of the structure,
Take heed to look on them with the eye of Admiration, as the Disciples looked on the Buildings of the Temple, Matthew 24 1. wondering At the Eternity of the structure,
Wherefore our Saviour checketh them, Verely I say unto you, there shall not be left one stone upon another, that shall not bee cast downe. Excellently Iob, chap. 31.1. I have made a Covenant with mine eyes, that I should not behold a woman.
Wherefore our Saviour checketh them, Verily I say unto you, there shall not be left one stone upon Another, that shall not be cast down. Excellently Job, chap. 31.1. I have made a Covenant with mine eyes, that I should not behold a woman.
Silence, that Spokesman in thy bosome, I meane that allurements of the flesh and Devill, who improveth his utmost power to advance a match betwixt thy soule and the world.
Silence, that Spokesman in thy bosom, I mean that allurements of the Flesh and devil, who improveth his utmost power to advance a match betwixt thy soul and the world.
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Why wilt thou (saith it) deprive thy selfe of those contentments, which the World would afford thee? Why dost thou torment thy selfe before thy time? Ruffle thy selfe in the silkes of security, it will be time enough to put on the Sack-cloath or Repentance,
Why wilt thou (Says it) deprive thy self of those contentment's, which the World would afford thee? Why dost thou torment thy self before thy time? Ruffle thy self in the silks of security, it will be time enough to put on the sackcloth or Repentance,
So strive as much as in thee lyeth to expell these fleshly suggestions from thy presence, to banish them out of thy soule, at leastwise to silence them,
So strive as much as in thee lies to expel these fleshly suggestions from thy presence, to banish them out of thy soul, At leastwise to silence them,
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though the mischiefe is, it will be muttering, and though it dare not hallow, it will still be whispering unto thee, in behalfe of the world, its old friend, to make a Reconciliation betwixt you.
though the mischief is, it will be muttering, and though it Dare not hallow, it will still be whispering unto thee, in behalf of the world, its old friend, to make a Reconciliation betwixt you.
3 Send back againe to the world, the Love-tokens she hath bestowed upon thee, I meane those ill gotten goods, which thou hast gotten by indirect, and unwarrantable meanes.
3 Send back again to the world, the Love-tokens she hath bestowed upon thee, I mean those ill got goods, which thou hast got by indirect, and unwarrantable means.
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As for those goods, which thy parents left thee, friends have given thee, or thou hast procured by Heavens Providence on thy lawfull endeavours, these are no Love-tokens of the world, but Gods gifts;
As for those goods, which thy Parents left thee, Friends have given thee, or thou hast procured by Heavens Providence on thy lawful endeavours, these Are no Love-tokens of the world, but God's Gifts;
Imitate Zacheus, see how hee casts backe what the world gave him, Luke 19.8. Behold Lord, the halfe of my goods I give to the poore, and if I have taken any thing from any man, by false accusation, I restore him foure-fold.
Imitate Zacchaeus, see how he Cast back what the world gave him, Lycia 19.8. Behold Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor, and if I have taken any thing from any man, by false accusation, I restore him fourfold.
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4. Set thy affections on the God of Heaven, the best wedge to drive out an old love, is to take in a new, Postquam nos Amaryllis habet, Galataea reliquit:
4. Set thy affections on the God of Heaven, the best wedge to drive out an old love, is to take in a new, Postquam nos Amaryllis habet, Galatea reliquit:
Yea, God deserves our love first, because God loved us first, 1 Iohn 4.19. It is enough indeed to blunt the sharpest affection, to be returned with scorne and neglect;
Yea, God deserves our love First, Because God loved us First, 1 John 4.19. It is enough indeed to blunt the Sharpest affection, to be returned with scorn and neglect;
since many Princes change their Favorites, as well as their clothes, before they are old: But the observation is true of the Lord of Heaven, without any exception;
since many Princes change their Favorites, as well as their clothes, before they Are old: But the observation is true of the Lord of Heaven, without any exception;
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Hearke then how hee woes us, Hoe every one, Esay 55.1. that thirsteth, come yee to the waters, and he that hath no money come, &c. How he woes us, Mat. 11.28. Come unto me all yee that labour, and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Hark then how he woes us, Hoe every one, Isaiah 55.1. that Thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money come, etc. How he woes us, Mathew 11.28. Come unto me all ye that labour, and Are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
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Love his Love-letter his Word, his Love-tokens, his Sacraments, his Spokes-men, his Ministers, which labour to further the match, betwixt him and thy soule. But beware of two things.
Love his Love-letter his Word, his Love-tokens, his Sacraments, his Spokesmen, his Ministers, which labour to further the match, betwixt him and thy soul. But beware of two things.
There is a Citie in Germany, pertaining halfe to the Bishop thereof, and halfe to the Duke of Saxony, who named the Citie Myndyn, that is, mine and thine;
There is a city in Germany, pertaining half to the Bishop thereof, and half to the Duke of Saxony, who nam the city Myndyn, that is, mine and thine;
because it was theirs Communi jure, and at this day by corruption it is called Minden. But God will admit of no such divisions, hee will hold nothing in Coparceny, hee will not share or part stakes with any,
Because it was theirs Communi jure, and At this day by corruption it is called Minden. But God will admit of no such divisions, he will hold nothing in Coparceny, he will not share or part stakes with any,
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But when the world smiles on them againe, favours and prospers them, they then return to their former love, and doting upon it. Thus Demas 2 Tim. 4.10. would needs have another farewel embrace of the world, even after his solemne conversion to Christianity, Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present World.
But when the world smiles on them again, favours and prospers them, they then return to their former love, and doting upon it. Thus Demas 2 Tim. 4.10. would needs have Another farewell embrace of the world, even After his solemn conversion to Christianity, Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present World.
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so (what was cruelty in him, will bee Christianity in us) once fallen out with the world, let the joynt bee never set againe, that it may bee the stronger;
so (what was cruelty in him, will be Christianity in us) once fallen out with the world, let the joint be never Set again, that it may be the Stronger;
THis Text is a Glasse, wherein Gods Iustice is plainely to be seen. David had formerly falsely forsaken Vriah, and now God suffers Achitophel to forsake David.
THis Text is a Glass, wherein God's justice is plainly to be seen. David had formerly falsely forsaken Uriah, and now God suffers Ahithophel to forsake David.
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Vriah neither in loyaltie, nor valour, though placed the last in the List, of the List of Davids Worthies, was any whit inferiour to any of Davids subjects.
Uriah neither in loyalty, nor valour, though placed the last in the List, of the List of Davids Worthies, was any whit inferior to any of Davids subject's.
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No, though they practised upon him to make him drunke, yet in his drunkennesse, hee was so sober, that all thier wine washed not from him his first resolution, but hee remayned still constant.
No, though they practised upon him to make him drunk, yet in his Drunkenness, he was so Sobrium, that all their wine washed not from him his First resolution, but he remained still constant.
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Rayle not then on the times, nor speak Satyres against the faithlesnesse of men, but laying thy hand on thy mouth, confesse God hath justly found thee out,
Rayle not then on the times, nor speak Satires against the faithlesnesse of men, but laying thy hand on thy Mouth, confess God hath justly found thee out,
Achitophel was the Iewish Nestor, or their Salomon before Salomon, and like the Oracle of God for his wisedom, but like the Oracle of the devill for his deceitfulnesse;
Ahithophel was the Jewish Nestor, or their Solomon before Solomon, and like the Oracle of God for his Wisdom, but like the Oracle of the Devil for his deceitfulness;
for whilst David swaied the scepter, who more loial to him then Achitophel, and once when David is in banishment, he fals first to Absalom, he loved to worship the sun rising;
for while David swayed the sceptre, who more loyal to him then Ahithophel, and once when David is in banishment, he falls First to Absalom, he loved to worship the sun rising;
yea whils David the true sun was but over-cast with a cloud, he fals adoring that blazing star, that Comet only fed with the evaporations of pride and ambition, which shined for a while,
yea whiles David the true sun was but overcast with a cloud, he falls adoring that blazing star, that Cometam only fed with the evaporations of pride and ambition, which shined for a while,
and makes true friends indeed, is Grace and Goodnes, wherof many politick heads are utterly devoid, 1 Cor. 1.26. For ye see your calling Brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called.
and makes true Friends indeed, is Grace and goodness, whereof many politic Heads Are utterly devoid, 1 Cor. 1.26. For you see your calling Brothers, how that not many wise men After the Flesh, not many mighty, not many noble Are called.
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And as in their actions, so in their affections, have an invisible end to themselves, which beginneth where that end endeth, which is apparent to others.
And as in their actions, so in their affections, have an invisible end to themselves, which begins where that end Endeth, which is apparent to Others.
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though their judgements were weaker, their affections might be stronger, than wiser men. Thirdly, observe. False friends will forsake thee in time of adversity.
though their Judgments were Weaker, their affections might be Stronger, than Wiser men. Thirdly, observe. False Friends will forsake thee in time of adversity.
Hee that beleeveth, that all those who smile on him, and promise faire in time of prosperity, will performe it in time of his want, may as well beleeve, that all the leaves that bee on trees at Mid-summer, will hang there as fresh,
He that Believeth, that all those who smile on him, and promise fair in time of Prosperity, will perform it in time of his want, may as well believe, that all the leaves that be on trees At Midsummer, will hang there as fresh,
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1 First consider with thy selfe, whether thou hast not beene faulty, in entertaining Talebearers, and lending a listning eare unto them: Solomon faith, Prov. 16.28. A whisperer separateth chiefe friends.
1 First Consider with thy self, whither thou hast not been faulty, in entertaining Talebearers, and lending a listening ear unto them: Solomon faith, Curae 16.28. A whisperer separateth chief Friends.
How came you acquainted, whereout grew your amitie, whereon was your intimacie grounded? Didst thou not first purchase his favour with the price of a sinne? for know, friends unjustly gotten, are not long comfortably enjoyed.
How Come you acquainted, whereout grew your amity, whereon was your intimacy grounded? Didst thou not First purchase his favour with the price of a sin? for know, Friends unjustly got, Are not long comfortably enjoyed.
Wee see King Hezekiah, who procured Senacharibs love by his sacriledge, enjoyed not that purchase, which he made God and his Temple pay for, 2 King. 18. 16. For Senacharib no sooner received his money,
we see King Hezekiah, who procured Senacharibs love by his sacrilege, enjoyed not that purchase, which he made God and his Temple pay for, 2 King. 18. 16. For Senacharib no sooner received his money,
but hoc non obstante, persisted in his former enmity and hostility against the Iewes, and as it followeth in the very next verse, sent up his Captaines to besiege Ierusalem.
but hoc non Obstacle, persisted in his former enmity and hostility against the Iewes, and as it follows in the very next verse, sent up his Captains to besiege Ierusalem.
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Yea, good Princes have often times justly sacrificed those their Favorites to the fury of the people, who formerly have been the active Instruments to oppresse the people,
Yea, good Princes have often times justly sacrificed those their Favorites to the fury of the people, who formerly have been the active Instruments to oppress the people,
Hast thou not flattered him in his faults, or at least wise by thy silence consented to him? If so, God hath now opened thy friends eyes, he sees thy false dealing with him,
Hast thou not flattered him in his Faults, or At least wise by thy silence consented to him? If so, God hath now opened thy Friends eyes, he sees thy false dealing with him,
and hath just cause to cast thee out of his favour. When Amnon had defiled his sister Thamar, the Text saith, 2 Sam. 13.15. that the hatred wherewith hee hated her, was greater than the love, wherewith hee loved her.
and hath just cause to cast thee out of his favour. When Amnon had defiled his sister Tamar, the Text Says, 2 Sam. 13.15. that the hatred wherewith he hated her, was greater than the love, wherewith he loved her.
and spurred them on in the full speed of their wantonnesse, deserve wee not (when their eyes are opened, to see what foes we have been unto them, under pretended Friendship) to bee spit in the face, kik't out of their company,
and spurred them on in the full speed of their wantonness, deserve we not (when their eyes Are opened, to see what foes we have been unto them, under pretended Friendship) to be spit in the face, kiked out of their company,
Thus too many wives anchor al their hopes for outward matters, on their husbands, and too many children leane all their weight on their Fathers shoulders;
Thus too many wives anchor all their hope's for outward matters, on their Husbands, and too many children lean all their weight on their Father's shoulders;
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5. Hast thou not undervalued thy friend, and set too meane a rate and low an estimate on his love? If so God hath now taught thee, the worth of a Pearle, by loosing it? And this comes often to passe,
5. Hast thou not undervalved thy friend, and Set too mean a rate and low an estimate on his love? If so God hath now taught thee, the worth of a Pearl, by losing it? And this comes often to pass,
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and evidences of unfained sorrow? hath hee humbled himselfe unto thee, and beg Gods, and thy pardon? If hee hath offended mischievously, and persists in it obstinately:
and evidences of unfeigned sorrow? hath he humbled himself unto thee, and beg God's, and thy pardon? If he hath offended mischievously, and persists in it obstinately:
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the lust of Dalilah deprived him of his eyes, before the Philistims bored them out, in that once and againe being deceived by Dalilah, hee still relyed on her word:
the lust of Delilah deprived him of his eyes, before the philistines bored them out, in that once and again being deceived by Delilah, he still relied on her word:
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Excellent to this purpose is that place, Mica. 7.5. Trust yee not in a friend, put yee no confidence in a Guide, keepe the doers of thy mouth from her, that lyeth in thy bosome:
Excellent to this purpose is that place, Mica. 7.5. Trust ye not in a friend, put ye no confidence in a Guide, keep the doers of thy Mouth from her, that lies in thy bosom:
but wee have a shorter cut to send our prayers to God, by sending our prayers by the wings of the Holy Spirit, that heavenly Dove, whereby they instantly arrive in Heaven.
but we have a shorter Cut to send our Prayers to God, by sending our Prayers by the wings of the Holy Spirit, that heavenly Dove, whereby they instantly arrive in Heaven.
THese words are a parcell of that Scripture, that converted Saint Augustine. He, (as hee confesseth of himselfe) at the first was both erroneous in his Tenets,
THese words Are a parcel of that Scripture, that converted Saint Augustine. He, (as he Confesses of himself) At the First was both erroneous in his Tenets,
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Out of the Devourer came meat, Gluttony that vice, which consumeth and devoureth food. The discourse thereof by Gods assistance shall feed us at this time.
Out of the Devourer Come meat, Gluttony that vice, which consumeth and devoureth food. The discourse thereof by God's assistance shall feed us At this time.
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Some sins come with observation, and are either ushered with a noyse, or like a snaile, leave a slime behind them, whereby they may be traced, and tracted, as Drunkennesse.
some Sins come with observation, and Are either ushered with a noise, or like a snail, leave a slime behind them, whereby they may be traced, and tracted, as drunkenness.
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The Ephramites were differenced from the rest of the Israelites, by their lisping, they could not pronounce H, which then was a heavie aspiration unto them,
The Ephraimites were differenced from the rest of the Israelites, by their lisping, they could not pronounce H, which then was a heavy aspiration unto them,
and vapours arising from unconcocted crudities in the stomacke, the soule must needs malè habitare, dwell unchearfully, ill accommodated in so smoaky a mansion.
and vapours arising from unconcocted crudities in the stomach, the soul must needs malè habitare, dwell uncheerfully, ill accommodated in so smoky a mansion.
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and which side soever wins, nature and health will bee overcome, when as a mans body is like unto the Arke of Noah, containing all Beasts cleane, and uncleane;
and which side soever wins, nature and health will be overcome, when as a men body is like unto the Ark of Noah, containing all Beasts clean, and unclean;
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for it is the over-much Feasting of Dives, which of necessity maketh the Fasting of Lazarus, and might not the superfluous Meat of the Rich bee sold for many a pound, and given to the poore.
for it is the overmuch Feasting of Dives, which of necessity makes the Fasting of Lazarus, and might not the superfluous Meat of the Rich be sold for many a pound, and given to the poor.
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It is thus also in men, that proportion of meat surfetteth, and surchargeth the stomacks of some, which is not enough to satisfie the hunger of others, especially of those, who being young, have hot and quick disgestion, of those who living in a cold clymate,
It is thus also in men, that proportion of meat surfetteth, and surchargeth the stomachs of Some, which is not enough to satisfy the hunger of Others, especially of those, who being young, have hight and quick digestion, of those who living in a cold climate,
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and not to speake of the disease, called ( Boulamya ) mens natures being thus diverse, by what standard shall I measure them? let this be the rule, hee shall be arraigned and condemned before God,
and not to speak of the disease, called (Boulamya) men's nature's being thus diverse, by what standard shall I measure them? let this be the Rule, he shall be arraigned and condemned before God,
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a deed of hers as vaine, as the other wicked, when she poysoned her selfe. Thirdly, when the meats are onely incentives, and provocations to lusts, in some kind thereof;
a deed of hers as vain, as the other wicked, when she poisoned her self. Thirdly, when the Meats Are only incentives, and provocations to Lustiest, in Some kind thereof;
then ever it was before? Is not the Devill of himselfe sufficiently mischievous? Is not our owne corruption of it selfe sufficiently forward? yea, head-long to evill? But also wee must advantage them by our owne folly.
then ever it was before? Is not the devil of himself sufficiently mischievous? Is not our own corruption of it self sufficiently forward? yea, headlong to evil? But also we must advantage them by our own folly.
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and Munition to our Enemy? yea, many set their owne houses on fire, and then complaine they burne, Labor est inhibere volantes, parcere puer stimulis, & fortiùs utere loris.
and Munition to our Enemy? yea, many Set their own houses on fire, and then complain they burn, Labour est inhibere volantes, parcere puer stimulis, & fortiùs Utere loris.
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Lastly, when they eat their meats studiously, resolving all the powers of their mind upon meat, singing Requiems in their soul, with the Glutton in the Gospel, Soule take thine ease, &c. And whereas we are to eat to live, these only live to eat.
Lastly, when they eat their Meats studiously, resolving all the Powers of their mind upon meat, singing Requiems in their soul, with the Glutton in the Gospel, Soul take thine ease, etc. And whereas we Are to eat to live, these only live to eat.
for though without Vsurpation, we may intitle our selves to the pride of the Spanish, Jealousie of the Italian, Wantonnesse of the French, Drunkennes of the Dutch, and Lazinesse of the Irish;
for though without Usurpation, we may entitle our selves to the pride of the Spanish, Jealousy of the Italian, Wantonness of the French, drunkenness of the Dutch, and Laziness of the Irish;
and though these out-landish sins have of late bin naturalized and made free Denisons of England Yet our ancientest Carte, is for the sinne of Gluttony.
and though these outlandish Sins have of late been naturalized and made free Denizons of England Yet our Ancientest Cart, is for the sin of Gluttony.
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It is the sinne of our age, our Saviour saith, Mat. 24.37. But as it was in the dayes of Noah, so likewise shall the comming of the Sonne of Man be, They did eate and drinke, &c. That is, excessively;
It is the sin of our age, our Saviour Says, Mathew 24.37. But as it was in the days of Noah, so likewise shall the coming of the Son of Man be, They did eat and drink, etc. That is, excessively;
the same is true of this old doting World, it doth now revert, and relapse into the same sinnes, whereof it was guilty in the Infancy, wee on whom the ends of the World are come, are given to the sinnes of Gluttony, as in the dayes of Noah.
the same is true of this old doting World, it does now revert, and relapse into the same Sins, whereof it was guilty in the Infancy, we on whom the ends of the World Are come, Are given to the Sins of Gluttony, as in the days of Noah.
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The third Motive is from the time, These seven full Eares, these seven fat Kine ; these seven weekes of Feasting, betweene Christmas and Shrovetide are past;
The third Motive is from the time, These seven full Ears, these seven fat Kine; these seven weeks of Feasting, between Christmas and Shrovetide Are passed;
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This is thy throat, that narrow passage of Importance, guard it with thy knife, as with a Halbert, that no superfluous meat passe that way, to betray thy soule to Gluttony. But it is to be feared, that wee will rather turne the backs of our knifes, then the edges;
This is thy throat, that narrow passage of Importance, guard it with thy knife, as with a Halbert, that no superfluous meat pass that Way, to betray thy soul to Gluttony. But it is to be feared, that we will rather turn the backs of our knifes, then the edges;
To conclude this point, wary was the practise of Iob, Iob 1.5. Who after the dayes of his sons feasting, were gone about, offered burnt Offerings to God for them;
To conclude this point, wary was the practice of Job, Job 1.5. Who After the days of his Sons feasting, were gone about, offered burned Offerings to God for them;
When I call to remembrance, the unfained faith, which is in thee, which dwelt first in thy Grand-mother Lois, and thy Mother Eunice; and I am perswaded that it is in thee also. WHEN I call to remembrance.
When I call to remembrance, the unfeigned faith, which is in thee, which dwelled First in thy Grandmother Lois, and thy Mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that it is in thee also. WHEN I call to remembrance.
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and partly that we may bee incited to imitate the vertues of the deceased. Ahaz was so taken with the Altar at Damascus, 2 King. 16.10. that hee would needs have one at Ierusalem, made according to all the worke-manship thereof.
and partly that we may be incited to imitate the Virtues of the deceased. Ahaz was so taken with the Altar At Damascus, 2 King. 16.10. that he would needs have one At Ierusalem, made according to all the workmanship thereof.
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it is no trespasse of their modesty, nor breach of the obedience they vowed to their husbands in marriage, to strive to bee Superiours, and above them in Piety.
it is no trespass of their modesty, nor breach of the Obedience they vowed to their Husbands in marriage, to strive to be Superiors, and above them in Piety.
3. Eunice and Lois, the Mother and Grand-mother, are onely particularly mentioned, because deserving most commendation for instructing Timothy in his youth;
3. Eunice and Lois, the Mother and Grandmother, Are only particularly mentioned, Because deserving most commendation for instructing Timothy in his youth;
or disgrace, according to the goodnesse or badnesse of their sonnes. Let Mothers drop instruction into their children with their milke, and teach them to pray, when they beginne to prattle.
or disgrace, according to the Goodness or badness of their Sons. Let Mother's drop instruction into their children with their milk, and teach them to pray, when they begin to prattle.
yea though they come but of the halfe blood, (much more if true borne on both sides) if one of their Parents bee godly, 1 Corinth. 7.14. For the unbeleeving Husband is sanctified by the unbeleeving Wife;
yea though they come but of the half blood, (much more if true born on both sides) if one of their Parents be godly, 1 Corinth. 7.14. For the unbelieving Husband is sanctified by the unbelieving Wife;
and some no doubt steept in teares, made for them before, some of them were made, Filius tantarum lachrymarum non peribit, said Saint Ambrose to Monica, of Saint Augustine her son;
and Some no doubt steeped in tears, made for them before, Some of them were made, Filius tantarum lachrymarum non Peribit, said Saint Ambrose to Monica, of Saint Augustine her son;
so that a pronenesse thereto, may in some sort seem to be intayled to Posterity. Was thy Father notorious for wantonnesse? strive then to be noted for chastity;
so that a proneness thereto, may in Some sort seem to be intailed to Posterity. Was thy Father notorious for wantonness? strive then to be noted for chastity;
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What Sullennesse did in Absolon, 2 Sam. 13.22. Hee spake to his Brother Amnon, neither good nor bad: Let Discretion do in thee, seale up thy lips in silence, say nothing of thy Parents:
What Sullenness did in Absalom, 2 Sam. 13.22. He spoke to his Brother Amnon, neither good nor bad: Let Discretion do in thee, seal up thy lips in silence, say nothing of thy Parents:
He is either a Foole, or a mad man, who being in much company, and not being urged thereunto, by any occasion will tell others, My Father lyes in the Fleet, my Father lyes in Prison, in the Counter:
He is either a Fool, or a mad man, who being in much company, and not being urged thereunto, by any occasion will tell Others, My Father lies in the Fleet, my Father lies in Prison, in the Counter:
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More witlesse is hee, who will speake both words, Vncharitable, and Vnnaturall, concerning the finall estate of his Father, in an eternall bad condition.
More witless is he, who will speak both words, Uncharitable, and Unnatural, Concerning the final estate of his Father, in an Eternal bad condition.
and this onely God hath, Act. 5.18. Knowne unto God are all his workes from the beginning of the World, hee alone searcheth and tryeth the hearts and reines.
and this only God hath, Act. 5.18. Known unto God Are all his works from the beginning of the World, he alone Searches and trieth the hearts and reins.
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And in this sense of infallible perswasion, we may understand, Saint Paul in the Text, because it is said 1 Tim. 1.18. This Commandement write I unto thee, sonne Timotheus, according to the prophecies which went before upon thee, that thou by them shouldst fight a good fight.
And in this sense of infallible persuasion, we may understand, Saint Paul in the Text, Because it is said 1 Tim. 1.18. This Commandment write I unto thee, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before upon thee, that thou by them Shouldst fight a good fight.
2. The perswasion of Charity, and this I must confesse is but weake, and rather a presumption, than a perswasion. Charity, 1 Corinth. 13.17. Thinketh no evill, it beleeveth all things, hopeth all things ;
2. The persuasion of Charity, and this I must confess is but weak, and rather a presumption, than a persuasion. Charity, 1 Corinth. 13.17. Thinketh no evil, it Believeth all things, Hopes all things;
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And in this kind of Perswasion wee conceive that all men have faith dwelling in them, of whom wee know no just reason to conceive the contrary. 3. The Perswasion of a well,
And in this kind of Persuasion we conceive that all men have faith Dwelling in them, of whom we know no just reason to conceive the contrary. 3. The Persuasion of a well,
and strong grounded opinion, to make which, these three things must concurre; first the party that conceives this opinion, must have a good judgement, and discerning Spirit,
and strong grounded opinion, to make which, these three things must concur; First the party that conceives this opinion, must have a good judgement, and discerning Spirit,
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Too bold are these men, who upon a superficiall knowledge, and short conversing with any, dare peremptorily pronounce, that such an one hath saving grace and sanctity in him.
Too bold Are these men, who upon a superficial knowledge, and short conversing with any, Dare peremptorily pronounce, that such an one hath Saving grace and sanctity in him.
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These are Professors of spirituall Palmestry, who thinke that upon small experience they can see the Life-line (the Line of Eternall life in the hands of mens souls) where as for all their skil they often mistake the hands of Esau, for the hands of Iacob: Lastly, they must have intimate familiarity with them,
These Are Professors of spiritual Palmistry, who think that upon small experience they can see the Life-line (the Line of Eternal life in the hands of men's Souls) where as for all their skill they often mistake the hands of Esau, for the hands of Iacob: Lastly, they must have intimate familiarity with them,
and hee may arrive at Saint Pauls perswasion in my Text, to be perswaded of faith dwelling in in him, with whom hee hath beene thus long, and intimately acquainted.
and he may arrive At Saint Paul's persuasion in my Text, to be persuaded of faith Dwelling in in him, with whom he hath been thus long, and intimately acquainted.
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And in this sense (though it may bee of the infallible Perswasion by Revelation) understand wee that, 2 King. 4.1. Now there cryed a certaine Woman, of the Wives of the sonnes of the Prophets unto Elisha, saying; Thy Servant, my Husband is dead;
And in this sense (though it may be of the infallible Persuasion by Revelation) understand we that, 2 King. 4.1. Now there cried a certain Woman, of the Wives of the Sons of the prophets unto Elisha, saying; Thy Servant, my Husband is dead;
3. In men of an excellent nature, such as Titus Vespatian, was called Deliciae humani generis. This Euphuia presents it selfe in all outward signes and Symptomes;
3. In men of an excellent nature, such as Titus Vespasian, was called Deliciae Humani Generis. This Euphuia presents it self in all outward Signs and Symptoms;
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or polisht, may bee slaundered in many mens judgements, to bee altogether devoyd of Piety. 4. In affected Dissemblers, Hypocrisie is as like Piety, as Hemlocke to Parsley;
or polished, may be slandered in many men's Judgments, to be altogether devoid of Piety. 4. In affected Dissemblers, Hypocrisy is as like Piety, as Hemlock to Parsley;
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IN this Chapter, Naaman the Syrian coms hurrying with his Horses, and ratling with his Chariot to the doore of the prophet Elisha, to bee cured of his Leprosie.
IN this Chapter, Naaman the Syrian coms hurrying with his Horses, and rattling with his Chariot to the door of the Prophet Elisha, to be cured of his Leprosy.
For the Prophet beate him at his owne weapon, outshot him in his owne bow, out-stated him in statelinesse it selfe. 1. Called him not in, but let him stand at doore.
For the Prophet beat him At his own weapon, outshot him in his own bow, out-stated him in stateliness it self. 1. Called him not in, but let him stand At door.
but not to the Eminencies, to the place, but not to the personall perfections of the Prophet Elisha. And let us know, that Humility is our Honour and Crowne;
but not to the Eminences, to the place, but not to the personal perfections of the Prophet Elisha. And let us know, that Humility is our Honour and Crown;
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and our office, to stand upon our points, let us leaving the Patterne of Elisha's statelinesse, rather follow the president of Saint Pauls Humility, I was made all things to all men, that by all meanes I might gaine some.
and our office, to stand upon our points, let us leaving the Pattern of Elisha's stateliness, rather follow the president of Saint Paul's Humility, I was made all things to all men, that by all means I might gain Some.
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Then went hee downe, &c. These words containe a Cure most strange, most true, wherein observe: 1. The time wherein it was wrought, Then. 2. The sick man, (or if you please) since his servants have perswaded him, the Patient.
Then went he down, etc. These words contain a Cure most strange, most true, wherein observe: 1. The time wherein it was wrought, Then. 2. The sick man, (or if you please) since his Servants have persuaded him, the Patient.
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3. The Disease, Leprosie. 4. The Physitian, the Man of God, Elisha. 5. The Physicke Quid, Washing in Iordan, Quoties, seven times. 6. The Effect and Operation thereof:
3. The Disease, Leprosy. 4. The physician, the Man of God, Elisha. 5. The Physic Quid, Washing in Iordan, How often, seven times. 6. The Effect and Operation thereof:
Wise men must sometimes follow the counsell of their Inferiours, as Naaman did of his servants. The reason is, that wise men may bee deceived in those actions, wherein they themselves are parties,
Wise men must sometime follow the counsel of their Inferiors, as Naaman did of his Servants. The reason is, that wise men may be deceived in those actions, wherein they themselves Are parties,
and interested, it is possible that Passion, prejudice, and Partiality one, or all of these, like so many Pearles, may blind the eyes of your Iudgement.
and interested, it is possible that Passion, prejudice, and Partiality one, or all of these, like so many Pearls, may blind the eyes of your Judgement.
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and is aymed and levelled at our good, especially if they be such, that our credit and profit is imbarked in the same bottome with theirs, together they sinke, and together they swim;
and is aimed and leveled At our good, especially if they be such, that our credit and profit is embarked in the same bottom with theirs, together they sink, and together they swim;
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Yet when Inferiours presume to commend their counsell to their Superiours, let it be qualified with these cautions. 1. Let them doe it seasonably, in a fit opportunity.
Yet when Inferiors presume to commend their counsel to their Superiors, let it be qualified with these cautions. 1. Let them do it seasonably, in a fit opportunity.
and these may be broken with faire usage, that cannot be bowed with forcible dealing. 4. Let them pray to him, who hath the hearts of all men in his hand:
and these may be broken with fair usage, that cannot be bowed with forcible dealing. 4. Let them pray to him, who hath the hearts of all men in his hand:
like the rest of their Brethren, yet are they Dispensers of the mysteries of God. Proceed to the Communion-Table, there is still plaine water of Iordan, a morsell of Bread,
like the rest of their Brothers, yet Are they Dispensers of the Mysteres of God. Proceed to the Communion table, there is still plain water of Iordan, a morsel of Bred,
then (as Heraulds account the plainest Coats, the most ancient) better then those of a later Edition, which are so full of filling, that they are empty of honour) wee should see the inward state in the outward simplicity,
then (as Heralds account the Plainest Coats, the most ancient) better then those of a later Edition, which Are so full of filling, that they Are empty of honour) we should see the inward state in the outward simplicity,
and inward Majesty, in the outward meannesse of Gods Ordinance ▪ When one of his Courtiers shewed the Great Turke the Sword of Scanderbag•: I see, said he no such miracles in this sword, rather then in any other, that it should atchieve such victories:
and inward Majesty, in the outward meanness of God's Ordinance ▪ When one of his Courtiers showed the Great Turk the Sword of Scanderbag•: I see, said he no such Miracles in this sword, rather then in any other, that it should achieve such victories:
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Yea, but said one that stood by, If you had seene also Scanderbags Arme, with what a mighty force hee wielded this Sword, you then would change your resolution.
Yea, but said one that stood by, If you had seen also Scanderbags Arm, with what a mighty force he wielded this Sword, you then would change your resolution.
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So many say, they can see nothing in the water of Baptisme, more then in ordinary well water, they can see nothing in the world, in the Bread and Wine in the Communion,
So many say, they can see nothing in the water of Baptism, more then in ordinary well water, they can see nothing in the world, in the Bred and Wine in the Communion,
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and how his invisible Grace attendeth them, they would be of another mind; Gaze then no longer on Ehuds hand, for that was lame, or on his Dagger, for that was short;
and how his invisible Grace attends them, they would be of Another mind; Gaze then no longer on Ehuds hand, for that was lame, or on his Dagger, for that was short;
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It confutes the Papists, who displeased, as it were at the simplicity of the Sacraments, as God hath instituted them, seeke to better and amend them by their owne additions:
It confutes the Papists, who displeased, as it were At the simplicity of the Sacraments, as God hath instituted them, seek to better and amend them by their own additions:
and they plainely shew by their baits, what fish they angle to catch; namely, rather to get mens senses, then their soules, and their eyes then their judgements.
and they plainly show by their baits, what Fish they angle to catch; namely, rather to get men's Senses, then their Souls, and their eyes then their Judgments.
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And let us labour to be men in Christianity, and not only like little children to goe to Schoole, to looke on the guilt and gaudy Babies of our Bookes,
And let us labour to be men in Christianity, and not only like little children to go to School, to look on the guilt and gaudy Babies of our Books,
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and yet the correction, and supplying thereof, still runs on a septinary number: Shall I forgive my Brother seven times? yea said our Saviour, seventy seven times.
and yet the correction, and supplying thereof, still runs on a septinary number: Shall I forgive my Brother seven times? yea said our Saviour, seventy seven times.
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Naaman was bid to wash seven times, and hee did wash seven times: Hence observe. Wee must observe Gods Commandements, both in matter and manner, both in substance and circumstance:
Naaman was bid to wash seven times, and he did wash seven times: Hence observe. we must observe God's commandments, both in matter and manner, both in substance and circumstance:
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But some will say, had Naaman washed once more, or lesse, under or over seven times, would so small a matter have broken any squares? and would God have imposed any penalty on so sleight a forfeiture? I answer, things that are small in themselves swell great,
But Some will say, had Naaman washed once more, or less, under or over seven times, would so small a matter have broken any squares? and would God have imposed any penalty on so sleight a forfeiture? I answer, things that Are small in themselves swell great,
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as breaking the command of an infinite God, and deserveth infinite punishment. Observe therefore, not onely all things considerable, but all things in Gods will:
as breaking the command of an infinite God, and deserveth infinite punishment. Observe Therefore, not only all things considerable, but all things in God's will:
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First for the Hereditarinesse of it, it is a successive disease, entayled from Father to Child, ever since the fall of our first Parent Adam: Secondly, from the over-spreading nature thereof, the Infection defiling all the powers of our soules, and parts of our bodies.
First for the Hereditariness of it, it is a successive disease, entailed from Father to Child, ever since the fallen of our First Parent Adam: Secondly, from the overspreading nature thereof, the Infection defiling all the Powers of our Souls, and parts of our bodies.
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Here also is the water of Iordan to wash it away, since Christ washed Iordan, by being washed in it, hee hath given it a power to cleanse our Originall Corruption:
Here also is the water of Iordan to wash it away, since christ washed Iordan, by being washed in it, he hath given it a power to cleanse our Original Corruption:
but there is no way to worke off the Chaines of our Naturall Corruption, whereby our feet are hurt in the Stocks, the Irons have entred into our soules;
but there is no Way to work off the Chains of our Natural Corruption, whereby our feet Are hurt in the Stocks, the Irons have entered into our Souls;
which if not consented to, cannot damne this Infant, though it may hereafter defile it: Secondly, the finall peaceable-commanding power, is washed away in the Laver of Regeneration;
which if not consented to, cannot damn this Infant, though it may hereafter defile it: Secondly, the final peaceable-commanding power, is washed away in the Laver of Regeneration;
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But the Apostle herein hath made no good choyce, to mention Cephas: For hee was onely knowne to the Corinthianss, by his fame, not by his person, seeing it appeares, not either in Scripture,
But the Apostle herein hath made no good choice, to mention Cephas: For he was only known to the Corinthianss, by his fame, not by his person, seeing it appears, not either in Scripture,
For many Ministers are most admired at distance, Major è longinquo reverentia: Like some kind of stuffe, they have the best Glosse, a good way off, more then a Prophet in his owne Countrey.
For many Ministers Are most admired At distance, Major è longinquo Reverence: Like Some kind of stuff, they have the best Gloss, a good Way off, more then a Prophet in his own Country.
Thus the good esteeme, which Forrainers have conceived of the Piety and Learning, of the Geneva Ministers, hath been the best stake in the hedge of that State.
Thus the good esteem, which Foreigners have conceived of the Piety and Learning, of the Geneva Ministers, hath been the best stake in the hedge of that State.
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his Preaching I affect, or his person I preferre, I am of Paul. Tush (saith another) what talke you of Paul? Indeed his Epistles are powerfull and strong,
his Preaching I affect, or his person I prefer, I am of Paul. Tush (Says Another) what talk you of Paul? Indeed his Epistles Are powerful and strong,
I am of Apollo: Fie saith a third, why name you Apollo, one that learnt the best part of his Divinity from Aquila, and Priscilla, a Lay-man, and a weake woman:
I am of Apollo: Fie Says a third, why name you Apollo, one that learned the best part of his Divinity from Aquila, and Priscilla, a Layman, and a weak woman:
Indeed wee may, and must give a famous part of Reverence, and a Benjamins Portion of respect, to those, who ( Data paritate in ceteris ) excell in age, paines, Parts and Piety.
Indeed we may, and must give a famous part of reverence, and a Benjamites Portion of respect, to those, who (Data paritate in ceteris) excel in age, pains, Parts and Piety.
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Such Reverence the hoary haires of Gousartius did deserve, when for more then fifty yeares hee had beene a Preacher in Geneva. In Paines, being such as have borne the heate of the day;
Such reverence the hoary hairs of Gousartius did deserve, when for more then fifty Years he had been a Preacher in Geneva. In Pains, being such as have born the heat of the day;
But the factious affecting of Ministers, lavishing by whole sale, all honour on one, and scarce Retaliating out any respect to the other, raysing high Rampires to the prayse of the one, by digging deepe Ditches to discredit,
But the factious affecting of Ministers, lavishing by Whole sale, all honour on one, and scarce Retaliating out any respect to the other, raising high Rampires to the praise of the one, by digging deep Ditches to discredit,
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and holy Function of the Clergy, ought to endeavour by Gods Grace, so to qualifie our selves, that our affections never mistake the true object, nor exceed their due measure:
and holy Function of the Clergy, ought to endeavour by God's Grace, so to qualify our selves, that our affections never mistake the true Object, nor exceed their due measure:
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the perfect removing whereof, is more to be desired, then hoped for) that as long as wee carry Corruption about us, wee are men subject to like Passion with others.
the perfect removing whereof, is more to be desired, then hoped for) that as long as we carry Corruption about us, we Are men Subject to like Passion with Others.
Hence is it come to passe, that as the Grecians, Act. 6.1. Murmured against the Hebrewes, Because their Widdowes were neglected in the daily Ministration:
Hence is it come to pass, that as the Greeks, Act. 6.1. Murmured against the Hebrews, Because their Widow's were neglected in the daily Ministration:
Thus will they fall out about their Pastors. The living Minister is mine; he that hath life, spirit, and Activity, in the manner and matter of his Delivery;
Thus will they fallen out about their Pastors. The living Minister is mine; he that hath life, Spirit, and Activity, in the manner and matter of his Delivery;
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hee commeth not to the quicke, hee toucheth not the conscience; at the most with Ioash, King of Israel, 2 King. 13.18. He smites the Aramites but thrice ;
he comes not to the quick, he touches not the conscience; At the most with Joash, King of Israel, 2 King. 13.18. He smites the Aramites but thrice;
whilst the Canaanites and Peresites, are yet in the Land. Let not us dissent, whilest many Adversaries of the truth are mingled amongst us, who will make sport thereat.
while the Canaanites and Perseus, Are yet in the Land. Let not us dissent, whilst many Adversaries of the truth Are mingled among us, who will make sport thereat.
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And as in times of Popery: Thomas Becket dispossessed our Saviour of his Church: in Canterbury (instead of Christ's Church, being called Saint Thomas Church):
And as in times of Popery: Thomas Becket dispossessed our Saviour of his Church: in Canterbury (instead of Christ's Church, being called Saint Thomas Church):
When Saint Iohn would have worshipped the Angel, See thou dost it not (saith hee) worship God. So when people post head-long, in affecting their Pastors, they ought to wave and decline this popular honour,
When Saint John would have worshipped the Angel, See thou dost it not (Says he) worship God. So when people post headlong, in affecting their Pastors, they ought to wave and decline this popular honour,
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or vexe out thy soule, if others bee preferred before thee, they have their time, they are Crescents in their waxing, full Seas in their flowing: Envie not at their Prosperity.
or vex out thy soul, if Others be preferred before thee, they have their time, they Are Crescents in their waxing, full Seas in their flowing: Envy not At their Prosperity.
One told a Grecian Statist, who had excellently deserved of the Citie hee lived in: That the Citie had chosen foure and twenty Officers, and yet left him out:
One told a Grecian Statist, who had excellently deserved of the city he lived in: That the city had chosen foure and twenty Officers, and yet left him out:
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By this time mee thinkes, I heare the people saying unto mee, as the Souldiers to Iohn Baptist, but what shall wee doe? Now the Counsell I commend to you, is this.
By this time me thinks, I hear the people saying unto me, as the Soldiers to John Baptist, but what shall we do? Now the Counsel I commend to you, is this.
For if a Sparrow lighteth not on the ground without Gods especiall Providence, surely no Minister is bestowed in any Parish, without a more immediate and peculiar disposing of God,
For if a Sparrow lights not on the ground without God's especial Providence, surely not Minister is bestowed in any Parish, without a more immediate and peculiar disposing of God,
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And as Gods Word hath a generall Blessing on every place, so more particularly is it sanctified and blessed there, to those Parishioners from the mouth of their lawfull Minister.
And as God's Word hath a general Blessing on every place, so more particularly is it sanctified and blessed there, to those Parishioners from the Mouth of their lawful Minister.
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Let not therefore the Sermon of a stranger, who perchance makes a Feast of set purpose, to entertaine new Guests, be preferred before the paines of thy owne Minister, who keeps a constant house,
Let not Therefore the Sermon of a stranger, who perchance makes a Feast of Set purpose, to entertain new Guests, be preferred before the pains of thy own Minister, who keeps a constant house,
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and a set Table, each Lords day, feeding his owne family. Wherefore, let all the Ephesians confine themselves to their Timothy ; Cretians to their Titus ;
and a Set Table, each lords day, feeding his own family. Wherefore, let all the Ephesians confine themselves to their Timothy; Cretians to their Titus;
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and how irrationall it is to take wages, and doe no worke, and the heavie account they must make at the day of Iudgement, will provide Milke in their brests,
and how irrational it is to take wages, and do no work, and the heavy account they must make At the day of Judgement, will provide Milk in their breasts,
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Let them not make odious comparisons betwixt Ministers of eminent parts: It is said of Hezechiah, 2 King. 18.5. That after him, was none like him, of all the Kings of Iudah, neither any that were before him.
Let them not make odious comparisons betwixt Ministers of eminent parts: It is said of Hezekiah, 2 King. 18.5. That After him, was none like him, of all the Kings of Iudah, neither any that were before him.
an other in plaine expounding of Scripture, to make it portable in the weakest memory. One the best Boanarges, an other the best Barnabas: Our Iudgements may bee best informed by one, our Affections moved by a second;
an other in plain expounding of Scripture, to make it portable in the Weakest memory. One the best Boanarges, an other the best Barnabas: Our Judgments may be best informed by one, our Affections moved by a second;
was not Abishai, a valiant, and worthy Captaine, though hee attayned not to the Honour of the first three? And may not many bee serviceable in the Church,
was not Abishai, a valiant, and worthy Captain, though he attained not to the Honour of the First three? And may not many be serviceable in the Church,
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Indeed there is a Generation of Preachers, that come upon the Stage, before ever they were in the Tyring-house, whose backwardnesse in the Vniversity, makes them so forward in the Countrey;
Indeed there is a Generation of Preachers, that come upon the Stage, before ever they were in the Tiring-house, whose backwardness in the university, makes them so forward in the Country;
where what they lack in Learning they supply in boldnesse: I could wish, that as Gen. 21.19. When Hagars Bottle of water was spent, God opened her eyes, and shee went to the Fountaine againe ;
where what they lack in Learning they supply in boldness: I could wish, that as Gen. 21.19. When Hagars Bottle of water was spent, God opened her eyes, and she went to the Fountain again;
So when these Novices have emptied their store of set Sermons they brought with them, that their Parents would remit them backe to the Vniversity, the Fountaine of Learning and Religion, to furnish themselves with a better stocke of sufficiencie:
So when these novices have emptied their store of Set Sermons they brought with them, that their Parents would remit them back to the university, the Fountain of Learning and Religion, to furnish themselves with a better stock of sufficiency:
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To conclude, let us with one mind, and one mouth, advance the Glory of God, that thereby the Gospel may bee graced, Wicked men amazed; some of them converted; the rest of them confounded:
To conclude, let us with one mind, and one Mouth, advance the Glory of God, that thereby the Gospel may be graced, Wicked men amazed; Some of them converted; the rest of them confounded:
