A plaine and familiar exposition on the Lords prayer first preached in divers sermons, the substance whereof, is now published for the benefit of the church / by I.D. ...
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OUr blessed Saviour in that most excellent Sermon of his upon the Mount, having taught and delivered many excellent things unto those Multitudes which then followed him:
OUr blessed Saviour in that most excellent Sermon of his upon the Mount, having taught and Delivered many excellent things unto those Multitudes which then followed him:
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Having therefore in the beginning of this Chapter given divers instructions touching Almes: in the next place, he comes to Prayer. 1. Giving generall directions touching it.
Having Therefore in the beginning of this Chapter given diverse instructions touching Alms: in the next place, he comes to Prayer. 1. Giving general directions touching it.
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But also he prescribeth them the remedie; quite contrary to the disease: 1. To enter into their Closet: 2. To shut the doore, in secret. 3. To flie all likenesse unto these Hypocrites:
But also he prescribeth them the remedy; quite contrary to the disease: 1. To enter into their Closet: 2. To shut the door, in secret. 3. To fly all likeness unto these Hypocrites:
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But more particularly in the Preface we haue set downe, a most absolute preparation unto faithfull Prayer and Thankesgiving, wherein our blessed Saviour sheweth, (if we would aright call upon the name of the Lord, so as we and our petitions may be accepted of him,
But more particularly in the Preface we have Set down, a most absolute preparation unto faithful Prayer and Thanksgiving, wherein our blessed Saviour shows, (if we would aright call upon the name of the Lord, so as we and our petitions may be accepted of him,
and blessed by him) first, how we must stand affected towards men, in this word [ Our ] which giveth us to understand that when we put up our supplications unto the Lord our God; we must not onely intreat him, to bestow good things upon us,
and blessed by him) First, how we must stand affected towards men, in this word [ Our ] which gives us to understand that when we put up our supplications unto the Lord our God; we must not only entreat him, to bestow good things upon us,
first, that hee is our Father, that is, such a God as pittieth us, and hath a tender regard of us, who is readie and willing to helpe us in our distresses, relieue us in all our miseries,
First, that he is our Father, that is, such a God as Pitieth us, and hath a tender regard of us, who is ready and willing to help us in our Distresses, relieve us in all our misery's,
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And where it is said in the next words, that God is in Heaven, the meaning thereof is not, that God is shut up in that one place, more then in any other:
And where it is said in the next words, that God is in Heaven, the meaning thereof is not, that God is shut up in that one place, more then in any other:
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Therefore when he is called, Our Father in heaven, it is as much in effect as if he had beene termed, Our heavenly Father, (as else where he is) Math. 6. 32. that is, such an one,
Therefore when he is called, Our Father in heaven, it is as much in Effect as if he had been termed, Our heavenly Father, (as Else where he is) Math. 6. 32. that is, such an one,
and to expect blessings from him. After this manner therefore pray yee. Our Father, &c. In that our blessed Saviour here setting down a most absolute and perfect platforme of prayer, according to which patterne, the supplications of all Gods servants are to be formed and framed, doth strictly enjoyne us to come unto our heavenly Father, and to none other but to him alone, whence we learne;
and to expect blessings from him. After this manner Therefore pray ye. Our Father, etc. In that our blessed Saviour Here setting down a most absolute and perfect platform of prayer, according to which pattern, the supplications of all God's Servants Are to be formed and framed, does strictly enjoin us to come unto our heavenly Father, and to none other but to him alone, whence we Learn;
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And therfore in as much as there is no one word contained therein, that may giue the least shew of allowance, to put up our petitions unto any beside the Lord himselfe.
And Therefore in as much as there is no one word contained therein, that may give the least show of allowance, to put up our petitions unto any beside the Lord himself.
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it hence evidently appeareth, that this service is to be consecrated and offered unto him alone, being that high honor which alone hee himselfe challengeth, saying, Call upon mee in the day of trouble, and I will heare thee,
it hence evidently appears, that this service is to be consecrated and offered unto him alone, being that high honour which alone he himself Challengeth, saying, Call upon me in the day of trouble, and I will hear thee,
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And therefore the Prophet Isaiah giveth this exhortation, Seeke the Lord, while hee may be found, call upon him while he is neere, &c. (not to heape together many proofes in a point so cleare.) The Sonne of God himselfe, who is best acquainted with his Fathers will saith, (applying it against the Devill,) Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him onely shalt thou serue.
And Therefore the Prophet Isaiah gives this exhortation, Seek the Lord, while he may be found, call upon him while he is near, etc. (not to heap together many proofs in a point so clear.) The Son of God himself, who is best acquainted with his Father's will Says, (applying it against the devil,) Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
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If wee were to make requests unto men or Angels, that cannot search into our thoughts and affections, a false hypocrite might speed as well as a true hearted Christian:
If we were to make requests unto men or Angels, that cannot search into our thoughts and affections, a false hypocrite might speed as well as a true hearted Christian:
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for divers of them present their suites with a more glorious flourish of words, and those uttered in a more vehement and earnest manner in outward appearance,
for diverse of them present their suits with a more glorious flourish of words, and those uttered in a more vehement and earnest manner in outward appearance,
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which inward strife being that which God doth principally looke after, maketh a faithfull man to be in a sort regardlesse of that which carnall men doe most respect.
which inward strife being that which God does principally look After, makes a faithful man to be in a sort regardless of that which carnal men do most respect.
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Whence it would come to passe, that if any but the Lord had the hearing of their prayers, false hearted dissemblers should carrie away the reward from sound hearted Christians:
Whence it would come to pass, that if any but the Lord had the hearing of their Prayers, false hearted dissemblers should carry away the reward from found hearted Christians:
That Prayer must be made to such a one, as is of absolute power, and sufficiency to heare and helpe all men, in all places, at all times, and in all needes:
That Prayer must be made to such a one, as is of absolute power, and sufficiency to hear and help all men, in all places, At all times, and in all needs:
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and of a finite power) onely the Almightie and All-sufficient Lord of heaven and earth can performe this, whose essence filleth all the whole world, whose power is sufficient to doe whatsoever he will, whose hand none can resist,
and of a finite power) only the Almighty and All-sufficient Lord of heaven and earth can perform this, whose essence fills all the Whole world, whose power is sufficient to do whatsoever he will, whose hand none can resist,
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Thirdly, because there is not in the whole Scripture any Commandement or example of any one godly man or woman, that may giue us warrant to use the invocation of any,
Thirdly, Because there is not in the Whole Scripture any Commandment or Exampl of any one godly man or woman, that may give us warrant to use the invocation of any,
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When yee pray (sayth our Saviour) pray thus, Our Father &c. For thereby is implyed, that we must keepe our selues within the bounds of this prayer, which tyeth us to make our requests knowne unto God alone,
When ye pray (say our Saviour) pray thus, Our Father etc. For thereby is employed, that we must keep our selves within the bounds of this prayer, which tyeth us to make our requests known unto God alone,
First, for the confutation and overthrow of that sacrilegious doctrine of Poperie, that teacheth men to pray unto the Angels, and Saints departed, which prayers can yeelde them no more comfort,
First, for the confutation and overthrow of that sacrilegious Doctrine of Popery, that Teaches men to pray unto the Angels, and Saints departed, which Prayers can yield them no more Comfort,
But they object, that they acknowledge their prayers must be presented to God alone, but they may use the Saints and Angels as Mediators betwixt God and them.
But they Object, that they acknowledge their Prayers must be presented to God alone, but they may use the Saints and Angels as Mediators betwixt God and them.
even the man Christ Iesus, who by the incense of righteousnesse perfumeth the prayers of the Saints, that they may be pleasing in the nostrels of the Lord of hoasts,
even the man christ Iesus, who by the incense of righteousness perfumeth the Prayers of the Saints, that they may be pleasing in the nostrils of the Lord of hosts,
How shall they call on him, in whom they haue not beleeved, &c. If then they professe that they invocate Saints and Angels, they must likewise graunt they beleeue in them, which, what is it,
How shall they call on him, in whom they have not believed, etc. If then they profess that they invocate Saints and Angels, they must likewise grant they believe in them, which, what is it,
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namely, to be able to enter into mens hearts, and to discerne of their affections when they are praying unto them? What is this but to ascribe unto them divine honour,
namely, to be able to enter into men's hearts, and to discern of their affections when they Are praying unto them? What is this but to ascribe unto them divine honour,
and to set them as it were in Gods Chaire of estate? Therefore be they never so full of damnable hipocrisie and cunning, to colour over this their fowle sin, with goodly and glorious pretences;
and to Set them as it were in God's Chair of estate? Therefore be they never so full of damnable hypocrisy and cunning, to colour over this their fowl since, with goodly and glorious pretences;
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and to cast off all manner of corruptions, that will bring us out of favour with him, for he is a God of pure eyes that cannot endure iniquitie, intertained and maintained,
and to cast off all manner of corruptions, that will bring us out of favour with him, for he is a God of pure eyes that cannot endure iniquity, entertained and maintained,
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Whence it comes to passe, that unbeleeving Papists, and other sinfull persons, haue so little heart and courage to goe unto the Lord in his owne person,
Whence it comes to pass, that unbelieving Papists, and other sinful Persons, have so little heart and courage to go unto the Lord in his own person,
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Let Christians therefore before they pray, throughly consider with themselues, that they are to enter into his presence that is a God of perfect holinesse,
Let Christians Therefore before they pray, thoroughly Consider with themselves, that they Are to enter into his presence that is a God of perfect holiness,
And this they shall finde to be an excellent meanes to awe and terrifie them from offending him, on whom all their happinesse and prosperitie doth depend.
And this they shall find to be an excellent means to awe and terrify them from offending him, on whom all their happiness and Prosperity does depend.
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If all the Subjects in the Land, were bound in all matters of weight, to preferre their severall suites unto the Kings Majestie himselfe, that so he might giue sentence in his owne royall person, either for them,
If all the Subject's in the Land, were bound in all matters of weight, to prefer their several suits unto the Kings Majesty himself, that so he might give sentence in his own royal person, either for them,
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would it not make them circumspect in their carriage and course of life, that it might be altogether such as should expresse their loyaltie and due subjection unto their Soveraigne? So stands the case with all Christians, the great King of heaven, who is their Lord and Governour, will haue the hearing of all our causes himselfe,
would it not make them circumspect in their carriage and course of life, that it might be altogether such as should express their loyalty and due subjection unto their Sovereign? So Stands the case with all Christians, the great King of heaven, who is their Lord and Governor, will have the hearing of all our Causes himself,
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and his eye is fixed not onely upon their outward behaviour, (which is as much as earthly Kings can looke into) but also upon their inward man, he being the searcher and tryer of the heart and of the raines:
and his eye is fixed not only upon their outward behaviour, (which is as much as earthly Kings can look into) but also upon their inward man, he being the searcher and Trier of the heart and of the reins:
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because their Countrey was nourished by the Kings Land. How much more should we account it Christian wisdome to prevent warres that might arise betwixt the God of heaven and us? Especially, considering, that not onely the maintenance of our Countrey and estate,
Because their Country was nourished by the Kings Land. How much more should we account it Christian Wisdom to prevent wars that might arise betwixt the God of heaven and us? Especially, considering, that not only the maintenance of our Country and estate,
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Thirdly, this serveth for the comfort of all Gods servants, that they are to put up their suites and requests unto the Lord onely and immediately, without the intercession of any Creature,
Thirdly, this serves for the Comfort of all God's Servants, that they Are to put up their suits and requests unto the Lord only and immediately, without the Intercession of any Creature,
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This (I say) is a marvellous great comfort unto them, that they may haue free accesse (without any further adoe) unto the throne of his mercy, who is neere unto all them that call upon him in truth, though in much weakenesse,
This (I say) is a marvellous great Comfort unto them, that they may have free access (without any further ado) unto the throne of his mercy, who is near unto all them that call upon him in truth, though in much weakness,
Who can doe whatsoever he will, in heaven, and in earth, and commandeth us to call upon him in time of distresse, with a certaine and undoubted promise, that he will deliver us, that so we may glorifie him, and will not impart this honor unto any other,
Who can do whatsoever he will, in heaven, and in earth, and commands us to call upon him in time of distress, with a certain and undoubted promise, that he will deliver us, that so we may Glorify him, and will not impart this honour unto any other,
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but reserue it to himselfe as a speciall prerogatiue royall (as it were) to be sued unto alone, of all such as professe themselues to bee servants and subjects unto his Majestie.
but reserve it to himself as a special prerogative royal (as it were) to be sued unto alone, of all such as profess themselves to be Servants and subject's unto his Majesty.
Certainely, in as much as wee haue such a worthy priviledge as this is, that we may come unto the Kings own person and presence, whensoever we haue occasion, our sinne must needes be very great and grievous if we choose rather to haue recourse unto his Iustices, Constables,
Certainly, in as much as we have such a worthy privilege as this is, that we may come unto the Kings own person and presence, whensoever we have occasion, our sin must needs be very great and grievous if we choose rather to have recourse unto his Justices, Constables,
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namely, that when we bring our sacrifices of prayer and prayse before the Lord, wee should be so farre in loue and charitie with men, that we should wish them as well as our selues,
namely, that when we bring our Sacrifices of prayer and praise before the Lord, we should be so Far in love and charity with men, that we should wish them as well as our selves,
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Now if it be a dutie to pray for them, that doe hate, maligne, hurt and persecute us, and that when there is little or no appearance of grace and religion in them;
Now if it be a duty to pray for them, that do hate, malign, hurt and persecute us, and that when there is little or no appearance of grace and Religion in them;
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as by other of the holy men of God, so especially, by the Apostle Paul, who did without ceasing night and day remember in his prayers the Churches which he himselfe and others had planted:
as by other of the holy men of God, so especially, by the Apostle Paul, who did without ceasing night and day Remember in his Prayers the Churches which he himself and Others had planted:
As he sayth, I thanke my God (sayth he) having you in perfect memorie, because of the fellowship which you haue in the Gospel from the first day untill now.
As he say, I thank my God (say he) having you in perfect memory, Because of the fellowship which you have in the Gospel from the First day until now.
And the like is done by the converted Iewes (as we may read in the Actes ) to whom when Peter had rendred a reason why he preached unto and conversed with the Gentiles, and shewed them that hee had speciall warrant by a vision from heaven so to doe:
And the like is done by the converted Iewes (as we may read in the Acts) to whom when Peter had rendered a reason why he preached unto and conversed with the Gentiles, and showed them that he had special warrant by a vision from heaven so to do:
It is said, When they had heard these things, they held their peace and glorified God, saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life.
It is said, When they had herd these things, they held their peace and glorified God, saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted Repentance unto life.
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now preached the faith, which before he destroyed, They glorified God for him, for whom no doubt, they had oftentimes before instantly prayed unto the Lord.
now preached the faith, which before he destroyed, They glorified God for him, for whom no doubt, they had oftentimes before instantly prayed unto the Lord.
And the more wee urge for others, with the greater blessing and peace shall we goe away our selues, according to that in the psalme, Pray for the peace of Ierusalem, let them prosper that loue thee.
And the more we urge for Others, with the greater blessing and peace shall we go away our selves, according to that in the psalm, Pray for the peace of Ierusalem, let them prosper that love thee.
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and multiply their petitions before the Lord, yet they are so possessed with selfe-loue, and selfe-respect, that they are wholy taken up with their owne matters,
and multiply their petitions before the Lord, yet they Are so possessed with Self-love, and self-respect, that they Are wholly taken up with their own matters,
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He that is a true brother, must shew his brotherly affection by brotherly actions. And they that can not afford others a part and portion in their prayers, can haue little expectation of comfort and benefit from the prayers of others,
He that is a true brother, must show his brotherly affection by brotherly actions. And they that can not afford Others a part and portion in their Prayers, can have little expectation of Comfort and benefit from the Prayers of Others,
And further, when the Lord bestowes a blessing upon any of his people, they shall be so farre from being stirred up to joy and thankesgiving therefore, that they will be readie rather to envie and maligne them for the same.
And further, when the Lord bestows a blessing upon any of his people, they shall be so Far from being stirred up to joy and thanksgiving Therefore, that they will be ready rather to envy and malign them for the same.
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for doubtlesse, at that very time when wee feele greatest inabilitie unto this holy exercise, there are many thousand Christians in the world, on their knees offering up strong cryes unto God, which we haue as good interest in, as themselues.
for doubtless, At that very time when we feel greatest inability unto this holy exercise, there Are many thousand Christians in the world, on their knees offering up strong cries unto God, which we have as good Interest in, as themselves.
The consideration whereof, should sustaine us, and hold our hearts in hope and expectation of favour from God, when we find our selues most unapt and unfit for this spirituall worke of prayer.
The consideration whereof, should sustain us, and hold our hearts in hope and expectation of favour from God, when we find our selves most unapt and unfit for this spiritual work of prayer.
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When Peter was fast bound in prison, and sleeping betwixt two Souldiers, bound with two chaines, the prayers of the Saints were still ascending for him, which did so peirce the heavens, that they caused the chaines to fall off from his hands,
When Peter was fast bound in prison, and sleeping betwixt two Soldiers, bound with two chains, the Prayers of the Saints were still ascending for him, which did so pierce the heavens, that they caused the chains to fallen off from his hands,
and made the prison doores and the iron Gate, to open unto him of their owne accord, to the great comfort of the Church, and astonishment of their adversaries.
and made the prison doors and the iron Gate, to open unto him of their own accord, to the great Comfort of the Church, and astonishment of their Adversaries.
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We cannot pray at all in acceptable sort, so as wee may please the Lord, and gaine any true comfort and peace unto our soules, till this perswasion be setled in our hearts, viz. That we are Gods children,
We cannot pray At all in acceptable sort, so as we may please the Lord, and gain any true Comfort and peace unto our Souls, till this persuasion be settled in our hearts, viz. That we Are God's children,
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Therefore it is that the Saints doe usually (as we may obserue in the Scriptures) lay this as the foundation of their prayers, That the Lord is their God, that he is their portion, the God of their salvation, their mercifull God, &c.
Therefore it is that the Saints do usually (as we may observe in the Scriptures) lay this as the Foundation of their Prayers, That the Lord is their God, that he is their portion, the God of their salvation, their merciful God, etc.
And againe, the Church useth the very words of this prayer, But now O Lord thou art our Father, &c. Neither is it without cause, that the Lord would haue us in assurance of faith to call him Father;
And again, the Church uses the very words of this prayer, But now Oh Lord thou art our Father, etc. Neither is it without cause, that the Lord would have us in assurance of faith to call him Father;
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And why then should we make question of the other, seeing that he loveth us as hee doth his owne sonne? which loving affection of his is further expressed unto us, where he is called, the Father of mercies, and God of all consolations.
And why then should we make question of the other, seeing that he loves us as he does his own son? which loving affection of his is further expressed unto us, where he is called, the Father of Mercies, and God of all consolations.
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Now it remaineth that we shew what necessitie there is, for us to beleeue and to be perswaded that he is our Father, to the intent, that we may more faithfully and comfortably call upon his name.
Now it remains that we show what necessity there is, for us to believe and to be persuaded that he is our Father, to the intent, that we may more faithfully and comfortably call upon his name.
Nay, indeed they are an abomination unto his Majesty, and in themselues must needes procure punishment, rather then a blessing from him. Which being considered;
Nay, indeed they Are an abomination unto his Majesty, and in themselves must needs procure punishment, rather then a blessing from him. Which being considered;
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we may plainely perceiue that it much concerneth us, before we approach unto the throne of Grace, earnestly to seeke to haue our persons reconciled unto the Lord, and to be assured that he is become our mercifull Father in Christ Iesus, that so through him our sacrifices may bee accepted and rewarded of the Lord.
we may plainly perceive that it much concerns us, before we approach unto the throne of Grace, earnestly to seek to have our Persons reconciled unto the Lord, and to be assured that he is become our merciful Father in christ Iesus, that so through him our Sacrifices may be accepted and rewarded of the Lord.
First, That whosoever hath this assurance, this person hath all the Attributes of God set a-worke for his good, the perswasion whereof must needs be a great strengthning unto his faith in prayer.
First, That whosoever hath this assurance, this person hath all the Attributes of God Set awork for his good, the persuasion whereof must needs be a great strengthening unto his faith in prayer.
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and in a word, to ridde him out of all doubts and difficulties, and to direct him in all things that do concerne him, either for his present or everlasting estate.
and in a word, to rid him out of all doubts and difficulties, and to Direct him in all things that do concern him, either for his present or everlasting estate.
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and the plentifull supply of all needfull comforts, and (not to instance in all the particular Attributes of the Lord ) hee hath him to be an All-sufficient God unto him,
and the plentiful supply of all needful comforts, and (not to instance in all the particular Attributes of the Lord) he hath him to be an All-sufficient God unto him,
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He putteth his spirit into him, which sanctifieth him throughout, in his minde, memory, will, in his conscience affections, and in every power and facultie of body and soule.
He putteth his Spirit into him, which Sanctifieth him throughout, in his mind, memory, will, in his conscience affections, and in every power and faculty of body and soul.
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Thirdly, herevpon ensueth another priviledge and that is, That hee hath peace with all the creatures, as it is promised in Hoseah, when the Lord marrieth the people unto himselfe,
Thirdly, hereupon ensueth Another privilege and that is, That he hath peace with all the creatures, as it is promised in Hosea, when the Lord Marrieth the people unto himself,
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Fourthly, whosoever hath gotten this assurance, that he is within the Covenant of Grace, and is partaker thereof, he hath freedome from all hurtfull crosses, Hee shall no more beare the reproach of famine, nor feele the sting of any other judgement,
Fourthly, whosoever hath got this assurance, that he is within the Covenant of Grace, and is partaker thereof, he hath freedom from all hurtful Crosses, He shall no more bear the reproach of famine, nor feel the sting of any other judgement,
for howsoever it goes with others, he shall not faile of that celestiall happinesse, which God of his owne good pleasure hath provided for his Children.
for howsoever it Goes with Others, he shall not fail of that celestial happiness, which God of his own good pleasure hath provided for his Children.
Which being so, maketh first of all for the utter overthrow of that opinion, and most uncomfortable doctrine of the Papists, and of all hypocrites, that count it hainous presumption for any one to say, That he is assured of his election,
Which being so, makes First of all for the utter overthrow of that opinion, and most uncomfortable Doctrine of the Papists, and of all Hypocrites, that count it heinous presumption for any one to say, That he is assured of his election,
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for by that which hath beene said, it is apparant that none without this assurance can make a faithfull and acceptable prayer before the Lord, therefore how requisite it is, let any indifferent man judge.
for by that which hath been said, it is apparent that none without this assurance can make a faithful and acceptable prayer before the Lord, Therefore how requisite it is, let any indifferent man judge.
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for they professe that they are not sure of that which is here required, viz. that God is their Father, without which (as we haue heard) every prayer that we make is a meanes to provoke the Lord to plague us, rather then any way to procure his blessings upon us,
for they profess that they Are not sure of that which is Here required, viz. that God is their Father, without which (as we have herd) every prayer that we make is a means to provoke the Lord to plague us, rather then any Way to procure his blessings upon us,
nay, looke how many prayers they make, so many sinnes they commit, in that they take his holy name in vaine, all their crying is but as the howling of dogges,
nay, look how many Prayers they make, so many Sins they commit, in that they take his holy name in vain, all their crying is but as the howling of Dogs,
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Let us in this case marke what the Author to the Hebrewes saith, Hee that commeth to God must beleeve that God is, and that he is a rewarder of those that diligently seeke him.
Let us in this case mark what the Author to the Hebrews Says, He that comes to God must believe that God is, and that he is a rewarder of those that diligently seek him.
It is not sufficient for him that prayeth, to know that hee is a God, (for so farre the Divells goe) but that he is his God, and will shew himselfe to be his God, by recompencing him according to his faithfulnes in seeking of him.
It is not sufficient for him that Prayeth, to know that he is a God, (for so Far the Devils go) but that he is his God, and will show himself to be his God, by recompensing him according to his faithfulness in seeking of him.
and that he will manifest these his heavenly properties for our reliefe and comfort when we call upon him, wee shall rather runne unto any in our need,
and that he will manifest these his heavenly properties for our relief and Comfort when we call upon him, we shall rather run unto any in our need,
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Therefore (in the second place) This should cause us to use our best endevours to get this assurance firmely grounded in our hearts, viz. that God is our Father,
Therefore (in the second place) This should cause us to use our best endeavours to get this assurance firmly grounded in our hearts, viz. that God is our Father,
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Let us examine then whether the word hath at any time wrought effectually upon our soules or not, which wee may discerne by sundry effects (among the rest) by these that follow.
Let us examine then whither the word hath At any time wrought effectually upon our Souls or not, which we may discern by sundry effects (among the rest) by these that follow.
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First, If it hath enlightned our mindes and given us an understanding heart, and a particular distinct and directing knowledge concerning heavenly matters.
First, If it hath enlightened our minds and given us an understanding heart, and a particular distinct and directing knowledge Concerning heavenly matters.
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For this is a part of the new Covenant expressed in Ieremie (sayth the Lord) This is the Covenant that I will make with the house of Israel, After these dayes (sayth the Lord) I will put my Law in their inward parts,
For this is a part of the new Covenant expressed in Ieremie (say the Lord) This is the Covenant that I will make with the house of Israel, After these days (say the Lord) I will put my Law in their inward parts,
Secondly, If it hath wrought in us an holy indignation against our selues in regard of those sins which haue been formerly committed, and are now pardoned.
Secondly, If it hath wrought in us an holy Indignation against our selves in regard of those Sins which have been formerly committed, and Are now pardoned.
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but after their conversion, their greatest quarrell is against their owne soules. And howsoever they know and beleeue that the Lord hath freely and fully forgiven them,
but After their conversion, their greatest quarrel is against their own Souls. And howsoever they know and believe that the Lord hath freely and Fully forgiven them,
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yet will not they forgiue themselues for their evill thoughts, words, and workes. Thirdly, Wee must examine whether the word hath brought us unto constant and generall obedience:
yet will not they forgive themselves for their evil thoughts, words, and works. Thirdly, we must examine whither the word hath brought us unto constant and general Obedience:
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Other Schoole masters, though they be never so skilfull and industrious, yet they may meete with such untowardly and untractable Schollers, that they can doe them little good, either for learning or for manners.
Other School Masters, though they be never so skilful and Industria, yet they may meet with such untowardly and untractable Scholars, that they can do them little good, either for learning or for manners.
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But when God beginneth to teach them by his spirit, they may confidently tell their owne hearts, that through Gods grace they shall be inabled to doe both the one and the other, in some good and competent measure.
But when God begins to teach them by his Spirit, they may confidently tell their own hearts, that through God's grace they shall be enabled to do both the one and the other, in Some good and competent measure.
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even because they are his people, so that we honour those that feare the Lord, and delight in the Saints that are excellent, rejoycing to see Gods Image shining forth in any,
even Because they Are his people, so that we honour those that Fear the Lord, and delight in the Saints that Are excellent, rejoicing to see God's Image shining forth in any,
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and we be tossed too and fro with sundry and sore temptations, yet so long as we can hold this, that God is our gracious Father, in and through Christ, we haue a sure refuge to flie unto,
and we be tossed too and from with sundry and soar temptations, yet so long as we can hold this, that God is our gracious Father, in and through christ, we have a sure refuge to fly unto,
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and a God All-sufficient, to whom we may make knowne all our distresses, and from whom we shall receiue reliefe according to our severall needes and necessities.
and a God All-sufficient, to whom we may make known all our Distresses, and from whom we shall receive relief according to our several needs and necessities.
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yet God remained still, who was able to restore unto him his losse (as after it fell out) and to pacific the hearts of the people that were causlesly enraged against him.
yet God remained still, who was able to restore unto him his loss (as After it fell out) and to pacific the hearts of the people that were causelessly enraged against him.
and so long as wee may haue recourse unto the fresh spring of all sound joy and contentment, never vexe our selues with unnecessary thoughts and cares,
and so long as we may have recourse unto the fresh spring of all found joy and contentment, never vex our selves with unnecessary thoughts and Cares,
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But this will more fully appeare in the next point, which ariseth from hence, that God is said to be a Father in heaven, that is (as it was before interpreted) an heavenly Father, such a one as is of perfect sufficiencie to helpe and relieue every one that repaires unto him for succour. Whence we may obserue; That,
But this will more Fully appear in the next point, which arises from hence, that God is said to be a Father in heaven, that is (as it was before interpreted) an heavenly Father, such a one as is of perfect sufficiency to help and relieve every one that repairs unto him for succour. Whence we may observe; That,
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This perswasion was in Nehemiah, when he made his prayer for himselfe and the whole Church, beginning thus, O Lord God of heaven, the great and terrible God, &c. These were titles that befitted him for his present purpose:
This persuasion was in Nehemiah, when he made his prayer for himself and the Whole Church, beginning thus, Oh Lord God of heaven, the great and terrible God, etc. These were titles that befitted him for his present purpose:
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for he was to perswade an heathen King to reedifie the Temple, and to restore the true worship of God, that had beene a long time abolished, to perswade him to be a friend to Religion, that was an enemie both unto God and to all goodnesse:
for he was to persuade an heathen King to re-edify the Temple, and to restore the true worship of God, that had been a long time abolished, to persuade him to be a friend to Religion, that was an enemy both unto God and to all Goodness:
and therefoer he termed the Lord, the God of heaven, that is, the heavenly God; and more particularly, the great and wonderfull God, that is such an one as worketh great and wonderfull things,
and therefoer he termed the Lord, the God of heaven, that is, the heavenly God; and more particularly, the great and wonderful God, that is such an one as works great and wonderful things,
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and therefore able to effect that which he was now to intreat of him, viz. to make those that wer persecutors of his people to become friends unto them,
and Therefore able to Effect that which he was now to entreat of him, viz. to make those that were persecutors of his people to become Friends unto them,
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And further, he presses this, that Hee was a God that keepeth Covenant and mercie, and therefore having promised, that not withstanding they should transgresse, and be therefore scattered abroad among the people,
And further, he presses this, that He was a God that Keepeth Covenant and mercy, and Therefore having promised, that not withstanding they should transgress, and be Therefore scattered abroad among the people,
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So likewise Daniel, when he had undertaken to shew Nabucadnezzar his dreame and the interpretation thereof, which was impossible for him or any man to doe by humane wit or skill, he goeth to his house,
So likewise daniel, when he had undertaken to show Nebuchadnezzar his dream and the Interpretation thereof, which was impossible for him or any man to do by humane wit or skill, he Goes to his house,
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and intreateth his Companions, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, that they would joyne in prayer with him, to beseech the God of heaven for grace in this secret.
and intreateth his Sodales, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, that they would join in prayer with him, to beseech the God of heaven for grace in this secret.
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but the meaning is expressed in the words immediately following (which are these) hee doth whatsoever he will, that is, he is of such absolute power, so that no creature is able to resist him, in that which it pleaseth him to doe,
but the meaning is expressed in the words immediately following (which Are these) he does whatsoever he will, that is, he is of such absolute power, so that no creature is able to resist him, in that which it Pleases him to do,
and how to deale with every one of us, yea such is the unsearchablenesse of his wisedome, that he can draw light out of darknesse, and make us great gainers by our infirmities and follies, and most dangerous falls.
and how to deal with every one of us, yea such is the Unsearchableness of his Wisdom, that he can draw Light out of darkness, and make us great gainers by our infirmities and follies, and most dangerous falls.
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Whence it may evidently be gathered, that till such time as men know that the Lord is infinitely strong, mercifull and just &c. (which is the name of God ) they can never truely rest upon him,
Whence it may evidently be gathered, that till such time as men know that the Lord is infinitely strong, merciful and just etc. (which is the name of God) they can never truly rest upon him,
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and so consequently not obtaine any thing in mercie from him. Secondly, Till they be firmely perswaded hereof, they cannot with reverence worship the Lord;
and so consequently not obtain any thing in mercy from him. Secondly, Till they be firmly persuaded hereof, they cannot with Reverence worship the Lord;
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This serveth for the reproofe of a great corruption even in the best of Gods children, in that they doe not beleeue that the Lord is All-sufficient, for if they did,
This serves for the reproof of a great corruption even in the best of God's children, in that they do not believe that the Lord is All-sufficient, for if they did,
This corruption we may obserue in Moses, (the most holy and worthy man that then lived upon the face of the earth) who when the Lord promised to feed the Israelites with flesh, and that for a whole moneth, being in a barren wildernesse, not neere any market,
This corruption we may observe in Moses, (the most holy and worthy man that then lived upon the face of the earth) who when the Lord promised to feed the Israelites with Flesh, and that for a Whole Monn, being in a barren Wilderness, not near any market,
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Heare now yee Rebells (saith Moses) shall we bring you water out of this Rocke? (why not) If God appoint it to be so, he can as easily bring it out of a rocke as out of a River:
Hear now ye Rebels (Says Moses) shall we bring you water out of this Rock? (why not) If God appoint it to be so, he can as Easily bring it out of a rock as out of a River:
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but hereby they so dishonoured God in the presence of the people, that he excluded them both from the land of Canaan. And yet is there not the same unbeliefe in many of the deare servants of God in these our dayes? yes surely,
but hereby they so dishonoured God in the presence of the people, that he excluded them both from the land of Canaan. And yet is there not the same unbelief in many of the deer Servants of God in these our days? yes surely,
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but what if they be destitute of all these earthly things? doe they not then imagine, that it will goe hard with them and their children? what is this,
but what if they be destitute of all these earthly things? do they not then imagine, that it will go hard with them and their children? what is this,
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but to make flesh our arme, and to with-draw our hearts from the living God, so to pull downe his heavie plagues upon us? Let us therefore be ashamed of our ignorance and infidelitie in this or any other respect,
but to make Flesh our arm, and to withdraw our hearts from the living God, so to pull down his heavy plagues upon us? Let us Therefore be ashamed of our ignorance and infidelity in this or any other respect,
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and saue his children? Then, let us raise up our hearts against all discouragements, and in matters of great danger and difficultie, goe unto the great God for comfort:
and save his children? Then, let us raise up our hearts against all discouragements, and in matters of great danger and difficulty, go unto the great God for Comfort:
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But withall, take heed that we come in faith, and then, as all things are possible unto God, so shall they be also unto the beleever, as our Saviour witnesseth:
But withal, take heed that we come in faith, and then, as all things Are possible unto God, so shall they be also unto the believer, as our Saviour Witnesseth:
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and then shall we finde that His thoughts are not our thoughts, nor his wayes as our wayes, but that his mercie is infinitely greater then our offences are or can be,
and then shall we find that His thoughts Are not our thoughts, nor his ways as our ways, but that his mercy is infinitely greater then our offences Are or can be,
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nor how to be ridde of them? let us make knowne our case unto Almightie God, who hath promised, shortly to tread Sathan under our feete, and can quickly so arme us with the sheild of Faith, that we shall be inabled to quench all the fierie darts of the devill.
nor how to be rid of them? let us make known our case unto Almighty God, who hath promised, shortly to tread Sathan under our feet, and can quickly so arm us with the shield of Faith, that we shall be enabled to quench all the fiery darts of the Devil.
Whatsoever our wants or distresses bee, inward or outward, spirituall or corporall, let us make them knowne unto our heavenly Father, who is both willing and able to relieue and support us.
Whatsoever our Wants or Distresses be, inward or outward, spiritual or corporal, let us make them known unto our heavenly Father, who is both willing and able to relieve and support us.
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What haue we to doe with the meanes, is the Lord All-sufficient or not? if he be, let him alone to find out meanes how to performe his gracious promises.
What have we to do with the means, is the Lord All-sufficient or not? if he be, let him alone to find out means how to perform his gracious promises.
And the beastes upon thousand hills; nay, is not the earth the Lords, and the fulnesse thereof? What need haue wee then to care how the world stands affected towards us:
And the beasts upon thousand hills; nay, is not the earth the lords, and the fullness thereof? What need have we then to care how the world Stands affected towards us:
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and subjecting our carnall reason unto his heavenly wisedome, assuring our selues that if present helpe were best for us, we should not be disappointed of our hope,
and subjecting our carnal reason unto his heavenly Wisdom, assuring our selves that if present help were best for us, we should not be disappointed of our hope,
Touching the meaning of the first Petition, Hallowed be thy Name: we must understand that by the Name of God, is signified all those things whereby he is made knowne unto the sonnes of men,
Touching the meaning of the First Petition, Hallowed be thy Name: we must understand that by the Name of God, is signified all those things whereby he is made known unto the Sons of men,
as also his holy word and blessed Sacraments, which doe carry a goodly stampe and print of the nature of God, and doe liuely expresse and manifest what manner of one he is unto mankind, and unto all his creatures.
as also his holy word and blessed Sacraments, which do carry a goodly stamp and print of the nature of God, and do lively express and manifest what manner of one he is unto mankind, and unto all his creatures.
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As for the word Hallowed, We must know that to hallow, is to set a-part a thing from the common use to some proper end, and therefore, to sanctifie and hallow the name of God, is to set it apart from all abuses to an holy and reverent use.
As for the word Hallowed, We must know that to hallow, is to Set apart a thing from the Common use to Some proper end, and Therefore, to sanctify and hallow the name of God, is to Set it apart from all Abuses to an holy and reverend use.
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Lord let thy Attributes, thy workes, and thine Ordinances be so knowne, esteemed, and embraced, both of mee and of all thine elect people, that thou maist haue all due honor and glory:
Lord let thy Attributes, thy works, and thine Ordinances be so known, esteemed, and embraced, both of me and of all thine elect people, that thou Mayest have all due honour and glory:
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Of all the things that we are to desire and craue at the Lords hands, this must be the first and the principall, that his Name may be sanctified by us and the rest of his servants.
Of all the things that we Are to desire and crave At the lords hands, this must be the First and the principal, that his Name may be sanctified by us and the rest of his Servants.
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And for this end and purpose are all other things to bee asked, namely, that by the enjoyment of them we may be the better enabled to honor and glorifie the Lord our God in all things.
And for this end and purpose Are all other things to be asked, namely, that by the enjoyment of them we may be the better enabled to honour and Glorify the Lord our God in all things.
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as if we should say in more words These and these things haue we requested of thee (O heavenly Father) and we beseech thee to grant them unto us, that so thou mayest haue more praise and Glory from us.
as if we should say in more words These and these things have we requested of thee (Oh heavenly Father) and we beseech thee to grant them unto us, that so thou Mayest have more praise and Glory from us.
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so it is the principall matter which we are to ayme at in our obedience, as it doth evidently appeare by this, that the foure first Commandements, which are backed with most forcible reasons, doe especially concerne Gods glorie,
so it is the principal matter which we Are to aim At in our Obedience, as it does evidently appear by this, that the foure First commandments, which Are backed with most forcible Reasons, do especially concern God's glory,
And of this point had Moses well considered, when he had such great respect unto the glorious name of the Lord, that he was content to be blotted out of Gods booke, that Gods people might be saved,
And of this point had Moses well considered, when he had such great respect unto the glorious name of the Lord, that he was content to be blotted out of God's book, that God's people might be saved,
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as the Gospell was more cleerely and powerfully preached unto them, and knowing withall, that the Lord might haue more glory by their salvation, being many in number, then by his alone;
as the Gospel was more clearly and powerfully preached unto them, and knowing withal, that the Lord might have more glory by their salvation, being many in number, then by his alone;
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he professeth, that hee could wish himselfe (if it might haue stood with Gods good pleasure) to bee separated from Christ, that they might be joyned unto him, and to be accursed, that they might be blessed:
he Professes, that he could wish himself (if it might have stood with God's good pleasure) to be separated from christ, that they might be joined unto him, and to be accursed, that they might be blessed:
And there is good reason why his honor should be so regarded of us. For, First, Hee deserved no lesse at our hands, seeing that he made us, preserueth us,
And there is good reason why his honour should be so regarded of us. For, First, He deserved no less At our hands, seeing that he made us, Preserveth us,
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First, for reproofe of a common and yet a great corruption that is in our wicked nature, which is, to be more affected in our prayers with the sence and feeling of our wants,
First, for reproof of a Common and yet a great corruption that is in our wicked nature, which is, to be more affected in our Prayers with the sense and feeling of our Wants,
and hence it commeth to passe, that the more God loveth us, the more he crosseth us in our desires, because wee doe not therein intend the setting forth of his praise,
and hence it comes to pass, that the more God loves us, the more he Crosseth us in our Desires, Because we do not therein intend the setting forth of his praise,
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for if wee can grieue when it is dishonoured, and rejoyce when it is glorified, we may assure our selues that our hearts are right with the Lord. As for the former of these, we haue an example thereof in Moses: for nothing did so wound and kill his soule,
for if we can grieve when it is dishonoured, and rejoice when it is glorified, we may assure our selves that our hearts Are right with the Lord. As for the former of these, we have an Exampl thereof in Moses: for nothing did so wound and kill his soul,
And that was it that peirced the heart of Eliah also, I haue beene very jealous for the Lord God of hoastes, (saith he unto God) because the children of Israel haue forsaken thy Covenant, cast downe thine Altars,
And that was it that pierced the heart of Elijah also, I have been very jealous for the Lord God of hosts, (Says he unto God) Because the children of Israel have forsaken thy Covenant, cast down thine Altars,
Beseeching the Lord to open his eyes to see, and his eares to heare all the words of Senacherib, who had sent his servants to blaspheme the living God.
Beseeching the Lord to open his eyes to see, and his ears to hear all the words of Sennacherib, who had sent his Servants to Blaspheme the living God.
for that they had spoken vilely and basely of him, (as indeed they had done) but this was it that filled him full of woe and perplexitie, that they had uttered such blasphemous speeches against the Lord. For indeed,
for that they had spoken vilely and basely of him, (as indeed they had done) but this was it that filled him full of woe and perplexity, that they had uttered such blasphemous Speeches against the Lord. For indeed,
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And in another place it is said, that when the people offered willingly and chearefully unto the Lord, towards the building of the Temple, David the King rejoyced with great joy, and blessed and praised the Lord, who had put abilitie into their hands and willingnesse into their hearts, to offer so bountifully for so good a purpose.
And in Another place it is said, that when the people offered willingly and cheerfully unto the Lord, towards the building of the Temple, David the King rejoiced with great joy, and blessed and praised the Lord, who had put ability into their hands and willingness into their hearts, to offer so bountifully for so good a purpose.
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Let all such therefore as would bee esteemed faithfull and sound hearted Christians, striue to bring their hearts to be thus affected unto the glory of God, that it may bee their greatest griefe to see or heare the Lord dishonoured,
Let all such Therefore as would be esteemed faithful and found hearted Christians, strive to bring their hearts to be thus affected unto the glory of God, that it may be their greatest grief to see or hear the Lord dishonoured,
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But you that stand thus for your owne credit, that yee cannot endure to be slaundered and traduced, what account doe you make of Gods honor? may not men blaspheme his glorious Name,
But you that stand thus for your own credit, that ye cannot endure to be slandered and traduced, what account do you make of God's honour? may not men Blaspheme his glorious Name,
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and scoffe at his word, and disgrace his Ordinances, and cavill against his sacred decree of Predestination, and against his wise Providence, and righteous government of the world,
and scoff At his word, and disgrace his Ordinances, and cavil against his sacred Decree of Predestination, and against his wise Providence, and righteous government of the world,
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what blockishnesse and senslesnesse is this, can any imagine that the loue of God dwelleth in his heart, who is so little touched with matters that tend so much to his dishonour? Indeed when they are so passionate,
what blockishness and Senslessness is this, can any imagine that the love of God dwells in his heart, who is so little touched with matters that tend so much to his dishonour? Indeed when they Are so passionate,
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but it is the zeale of pride, the zeale of selfe-loue, and the zeale of wrath, which will be so farre from comforting them, that in the time of misery, of sicknesse and of death, it will lye full heavie upon their consciences.
but it is the zeal of pride, the zeal of Self-love, and the zeal of wrath, which will be so Far from comforting them, that in the time of misery, of sickness and of death, it will lie full heavy upon their Consciences.
They that are glad to see the good behaviour of the godly, and mourne to behold the lewd conversation of the ungodly, desiring God to turne their out-rage in sinning unto his praise,
They that Are glad to see the good behaviour of the godly, and mourn to behold the lewd Conversation of the ungodly, desiring God to turn their outrage in sinning unto his praise,
Thus much in generall that we must haue a principall respect in our Petitions unto the glory of God, now let us consider more particularly, What things are chiefly to bee asked in this petition, to the intent the Lord may be glorified by us, and others.
Thus much in general that we must have a principal respect in our Petitions unto the glory of God, now let us Consider more particularly, What things Are chiefly to be asked in this petition, to the intent the Lord may be glorified by us, and Others.
Therefore it is said in the Psalme, They that know thy Name will trust in thee, implying thereby, that none can honor the Lord in resting and relying upon him,
Therefore it is said in the Psalm, They that know thy Name will trust in thee, implying thereby, that none can honour the Lord in resting and relying upon him,
but such onely as are acquainted with his power, justice, wisedome, and mercie, &c. And indeed, till such time as we haue gotten good understanding, we are apt and readie to mislike and mis-conster the wayes and workes of God, as we see in David, who in his ignorance and in the pride of his carnall reason, was bold to controll the providence of God, and to finde fault with his government,
but such only as Are acquainted with his power, Justice, Wisdom, and mercy, etc. And indeed, till such time as we have got good understanding, we Are apt and ready to mislike and misconstrue the ways and works of God, as we see in David, who in his ignorance and in the pride of his carnal reason, was bold to control the providence of God, and to find fault with his government,
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when I saw the prosperitie of the wicked, &c. And afterwards in that Psalme he sayth, Certainely I haue cleansed my heart in vaine, and washed my hands in innocencie.
when I saw the Prosperity of the wicked, etc. And afterwards in that Psalm he say, Certainly I have cleansed my heart in vain, and washed my hands in innocence.
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See how farre wide he was carried for want of spirituall wisedome, as hee himselfe in that very place acknowledgeth, so foolish was I and ignorant, I was a beast before thee.
See how Far wide he was carried for want of spiritual Wisdom, as he himself in that very place acknowledgeth, so foolish was I and ignorant, I was a beast before thee.
then he saw and confessed his error and follie, being fully resolved that wicked men were exceeding miserable in the height of their worldly felicitie, because they were in slippery places,
then he saw and confessed his error and folly, being Fully resolved that wicked men were exceeding miserable in the height of their worldly felicity, Because they were in slippery places,
And the like may be said concerning Gods eternall Decree of Predestination: A great many not having their mindes informed with sound understanding doe fret, repine,
And the like may be said Concerning God's Eternal decree of Predestination: A great many not having their minds informed with found understanding do fret, repine,
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But the holy Apostle Paul being throughly instructed in heavenly misteries, doth greatly magnifie the Lord for the same, having that in high admiration, which hee could not bring within the compasse of his comprehension.
But the holy Apostle Paul being thoroughly instructed in heavenly Mysteres, does greatly magnify the Lord for the same, having that in high admiration, which he could not bring within the compass of his comprehension.
But when once wisedome enters into the soule and knowledge delighteth the heart, then are they fitted to sanctifie the name of the Lord in every respect, in his word, workes, judgements, mercies, both in themselues,
But when once Wisdom enters into the soul and knowledge delights the heart, then Are they fitted to sanctify the name of the Lord in every respect, in his word, works, Judgments, Mercies, both in themselves,
so farre men doe conscionably use this Petition, Hallowed be thy name; Otherwise, though the words be never so frequent in our mouthes, we doe but dissemble,
so Far men do Conscionably use this Petition, Hallowed be thy name; Otherwise, though the words be never so frequent in our mouths, we do but dissemble,
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And therefore hee may answer every one of us that pray in that sort, thou hypocrite, doest thou intreate that my Name may bee hallowed, and yet never takest any course whereby it may be effected? What is this,
And Therefore he may answer every one of us that pray in that sort, thou hypocrite, dost thou entreat that my Name may be hallowed, and yet never Takest any course whereby it may be effected? What is this,
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but to take my name in vaine, and to abuse my holy presence? If thou wouldest haue thy requests to be accepted of me, labour for that in action, which thou hast in petition, get that holy knowledge, whereby thou mayest be fitted to glorifie my name,
but to take my name in vain, and to abuse my holy presence? If thou Wouldst have thy requests to be accepted of me, labour for that in actium, which thou hast in petition, get that holy knowledge, whereby thou Mayest be fitted to Glorify my name,
For the Devill himselfe, and his instruments haue knowledge (as wicked Iudas had, with many moe of whom the Scripture maketh mention) but they used it to very ill purposes,
For the devil himself, and his Instruments have knowledge (as wicked Iudas had, with many more of whom the Scripture makes mention) but they used it to very ill Purposes,
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then are we bound to sanctifie his name in our hearts by beleeving them, and by depending and waiting upon him for the fulfilling of them, whatsoever difficulties there bee, which may any way hinder the same.
then Are we bound to sanctify his name in our hearts by believing them, and by depending and waiting upon him for the fulfilling of them, whatsoever difficulties there be, which may any Way hinder the same.
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Thus did Abraham glorifie God, as the Apostle witnesseth of him, Romans 4. there were two impossibilities, the one in nature concerning Abraham and his wife, that he being almost an hundred yeares old, should beget a sonne, and she being ninetie yeares of age should beare a sonne.
Thus did Abraham Glorify God, as the Apostle Witnesseth of him, Romans 4. there were two impossibilities, the one in nature Concerning Abraham and his wife, that he being almost an hundred Years old, should beget a son, and she being ninetie Years of age should bear a son.
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Hee considered not his owne body (saith the Apostle) which was now dead, neither the deadnesse of Sarahs wombe, neither did he doubt of the promise of God through unbeleefe,
He considered not his own body (Says the Apostle) which was now dead, neither the deadness of Sarahs womb, neither did he doubt of the promise of God through unbelief,
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Are men so jealous of their names in that behalfe, and shall wee imagine that the Lord is not much more jealous of his? Yes surely, he makes reckoning of those that giue him the glory of his truth, doe much magnifie him:
are men so jealous of their names in that behalf, and shall we imagine that the Lord is not much more jealous of his? Yes surely, he makes reckoning of those that give him the glory of his truth, do much magnify him:
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when you will not trust him in lesse matters? Nay certainely, whosoever is throughly perswaded that the Lord wil bestow his kingdome upon him, he will in the like measure assure himselfe that he will not faile him for outward blessings:
when you will not trust him in less matters? Nay Certainly, whosoever is thoroughly persuaded that the Lord will bestow his Kingdom upon him, he will in the like measure assure himself that he will not fail him for outward blessings:
as may be seene partly in the example of Abraham before alledged, who is said to giue glory to God in this respect, that hee was fully assured, that hee that had promised, was able to doe it.
as may be seen partly in the Exampl of Abraham before alleged, who is said to give glory to God in this respect, that he was Fully assured, that he that had promised, was able to do it.
And likewise in the former Epistle of Peter, where he thus exhorteth, and incourageth those that were in persecution, Blessed are yee if yee suffer for righteousnesse sake:
And likewise in the former Epistle of Peter, where he thus exhorteth, and Encourageth those that were in persecution, Blessed Are ye if ye suffer for righteousness sake:
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And (as it is in Isajah, out of which these words are taken) Let him be your feare and your dread, in which place, the holy Ghost meeteth with a common corruption that Gods owne children doe finde in themselues:
And (as it is in Isaiah, out of which these words Are taken) Let him be your Fear and your dread, in which place, the holy Ghost meeteth with a Common corruption that God's own children do find in themselves:
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but that indeed the great ones of the world doe oppose against them for keeping a good conscience, they presently beginne to be troubled and perplexed with many doubts and feares;
but that indeed the great ones of the world do oppose against them for keeping a good conscience, they presently begin to be troubled and perplexed with many doubts and fears;
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To sanctifie God in your hearts, (sayth the Apostle) that is, giue him the honor of his power, of his providence, whereby hee over-ruleth and over-swaieth all the men in the world, and through which he is as well able to protect and defend you from the mightiest adversaries, as from the weakest:
To sanctify God in your hearts, (say the Apostle) that is, give him the honour of his power, of his providence, whereby he overruleth and over-swaieth all the men in the world, and through which he is as well able to Pact and defend you from the Mightiest Adversaries, as from the Weakest:
And this the Lord would haue to be setled and grounded in our hearts, which will be as a strong bulwarke to fence and fortifie us against all unnecessary and mistrustfull feares.
And this the Lord would have to be settled and grounded in our hearts, which will be as a strong bulwark to fence and fortify us against all unnecessary and mistrustful fears.
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when Nabucadnezar threatned to cast them into the hot fierie furnace, if they would not fall downe to worship his golden Image that he had set up:
when Nebuchadnezzar threatened to cast them into the hight fiery furnace, if they would not fallen down to worship his golden Image that he had Set up:
O Nabucadnezar, (sayd they) Wee are not carefull to answer thee in this matter, as if they should haue said, It is not the fierie furnace that can daunt us,
Oh Nebuchadnezzar, (said they) we Are not careful to answer thee in this matter, as if they should have said, It is not the fiery furnace that can daunt us,
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as they would not for their liues adventure to commit before any honest man: nay, not before a child, for feare it should bee discovered and brought to light.
as they would not for their lives adventure to commit before any honest man: nay, not before a child, for Fear it should be discovered and brought to Light.
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This point might be amplified by sundry other particulars, as namely, how by the word and workes of the Lord our soules should be affected with joy or griefe, feare or admiration, or the like, according to the nature and qualitie of the word which wee heare,
This point might be amplified by sundry other particulars, as namely, how by the word and works of the Lord our Souls should be affected with joy or grief, Fear or admiration, or the like, according to the nature and quality of the word which we hear,
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The neglect hereof is sharply taxed by our Saviour Christ in the nine Lepers that being clensed of their leprofie, did not returne to giue God praise therefore.
The neglect hereof is sharply taxed by our Saviour christ in the nine Lepers that being cleansed of their Leprosy, did not return to give God praise Therefore.
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This is a fault too too ordinary in the world, there is scarce one among tenne, that doe with thankfulnesse acknowledge the loving kindnesse of the Lord towards them,
This is a fault too too ordinary in the world, there is scarce one among tenne, that do with thankfulness acknowledge the loving kindness of the Lord towards them,
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but the commonnesse of the fault, doth nothing diminish the greatnesse thereof; And better it were an hundred times, that men should want helpe in their miserie,
but the commonness of the fault, does nothing diminish the greatness thereof; And better it were an hundred times, that men should want help in their misery,
Now in the third and last place, we are to intreat treat the Lord, that he will inable us according to our knowledge, to glorifie him in our liues and conversations.
Now in the third and last place, we Are to entreat Treat the Lord, that he will inable us according to our knowledge, to Glorify him in our lives and conversations.
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Which wee may the more confidently aske, because our Saviour commandeth it saying, Let your light so shine before men, that they seeing your good workes, may glorifie your Father which is in heaven.
Which we may the more confidently ask, Because our Saviour commands it saying, Let your Light so shine before men, that they seeing your good works, may Glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Now the speciall thing whereby every Christian must glorifie him, is in performing the duties of his owne calling, according to that saying of our Saviour, Father I haue glorified thee upon earth, how proues he that? I haue finished the worke which thou gavest me to doe.
Now the special thing whereby every Christian must Glorify him, is in performing the duties of his own calling, according to that saying of our Saviour, Father I have glorified thee upon earth, how Proves he that? I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
The Minister must doe his dutie, which is, to teach his people faithfully, to walke before them conscionably, to watch over their soules continually, and never to cease praying for them, that the Lord may please to convert,
The Minister must do his duty, which is, to teach his people faithfully, to walk before them Conscionably, to watch over their Souls continually, and never to cease praying for them, that the Lord may please to convert,
The people on the other side must be as carefull of their dutie, which is, to get knowledge and conscience, and evermore to presse forward unto greater perfection of obedience, that those that are without the meanes of saluation, may see what a benefit it is to liue under an holy Ministrie, (and so may become desirous of it,
The people on the other side must be as careful of their duty, which is, to get knowledge and conscience, and evermore to press forward unto greater perfection of Obedience, that those that Are without the means of salvation, may see what a benefit it is to live under an holy Ministry, (and so may become desirous of it,
and painefull in seeking for it) when they behold and consider what innocencie and sinceritie there is in the tongues of Christians, what simplicitie and faithfulnesse in their dealings, what uprightnesse and holinesse in their behaviour;
and painful in seeking for it) when they behold and Consider what innocence and sincerity there is in the tongues of Christians, what simplicity and faithfulness in their dealings, what uprightness and holiness in their behaviour;
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This might be further pressed upon parents and children, masters and servants, Husbands and wiues that everie one should be carefull to glorifie God in doing the workes of his owne place:
This might be further pressed upon Parents and children, Masters and Servants, Husbands and wives that every one should be careful to Glorify God in doing the works of his own place:
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which if wee could heedfully looke unto, wee should be able to stop the mouthes of all the Papists and Brownists in the world though they sharpen their wits,
which if we could heedfully look unto, we should be able to stop the mouths of all the Papists and Brownists in the world though they sharpen their wits,
Whereas on the contrarie part, if wee proove slacke and negligent in this behalfe, the name of God and the Religion of God, wilbe ill spoken of for our sakes,
Whereas on the contrary part, if we prove slack and negligent in this behalf, the name of God and the Religion of God, will ill spoken of for our sakes,
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so that all who heare our conference, and are acquainted with our conuersation, may be driven to confesse in their hearts at least if not with their lips, that we are the onely blessed people in the world.
so that all who hear our conference, and Are acquainted with our Conversation, may be driven to confess in their hearts At least if not with their lips, that we Are the only blessed people in the world.
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And thus much concerning the particular things, which we are to aske under this petition. Now as touching the things to bee prayed against, they shall be but onely named,
And thus much Concerning the particular things, which we Are to ask under this petition. Now as touching the things to be prayed against, they shall be but only nam,
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namely, that all due honor and glory may be yeelded unto the holy name of God. Now in the two next petitions, to wit, the second and the third, are declared two speciall meanes whereby that may be effected. Which are;
namely, that all due honour and glory may be yielded unto the holy name of God. Now in the two next petitions, to wit, the second and the third, Are declared two special means whereby that may be effected. Which Are;
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And againe, The Lord is a great God, and a great King aboue all Gods. From which places, it is evident that he ruleth, governeth, and exerciseth his power over all the earth and over all the creatures in the same.
And again, The Lord is a great God, and a great King above all God's From which places, it is evident that he Ruleth, Governs, and Exerciseth his power over all the earth and over all the creatures in the same.
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Secondly, It is taken for that more speciall government of God, which he exerciseth in the hearts and consciences of his people, by the scepter of his word,
Secondly, It is taken for that more special government of God, which he Exerciseth in the hearts and Consciences of his people, by the sceptre of his word,
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and ruleth in all the children of disobedience) and receiveth us unto himselfe, to be guided and governed according to his divine statutes and heavenly lawes.
and Ruleth in all the children of disobedience) and receives us unto himself, to be guided and governed according to his divine statutes and heavenly laws.
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which is indeed properly the Kingdome of Christ, because hee is the King of Saints, (as the Scripture termeth him) but it is here attributed to the Father, because he governeth by his Sonne.
which is indeed properly the Kingdom of christ, Because he is the King of Saints, (as the Scripture termeth him) but it is Here attributed to the Father, Because he Governs by his Son.
This did Paul desire for himselfe thinking all things but losse, and judging them no better then dung for the excellent knowledge sake of Christ Iesus, that he might be found in him, not having his owne righteousnesse, which was by the Law,
This did Paul desire for himself thinking all things but loss, and judging them no better then dung for the excellent knowledge sake of christ Iesus, that he might be found in him, not having his own righteousness, which was by the Law,
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No man knowes the excellencie of grace, but hee that hath it, which when any hath in some good measure, he is so ravished with the loue and likeing of it, that he preferres it before all the treasures in the world.
No man knows the excellency of grace, but he that hath it, which when any hath in Some good measure, he is so ravished with the love and liking of it, that he prefers it before all the treasures in the world.
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Neither doth he desire this for himselfe alone, but for his brethren the Iewes, being content (as was before noted) himselfe to be utterly cast off (if it had beene possible) separated from Christ, so that they might bee converted and sanctified, and saved:
Neither does he desire this for himself alone, but for his brothers the Iewes, being content (as was before noted) himself to be utterly cast off (if it had been possible) separated from christ, so that they might be converted and sanctified, and saved:
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One out of the Ephesians, where he saith, For this cause I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Iesus Christ, that he would graunt you, according to the riches of his glory, that you may be strengthned by his spirit in the inner man, that Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, that yee being rooted and grounded in loue, may bee able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the bredth,
One out of the Ephesians, where he Says, For this cause I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Iesus christ, that he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, that you may be strengthened by his Spirit in the inner man, that christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, that ye being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth,
Thus we see it plainly proved, out of Paules example, that it is a dutie for us evermore to desire that the graces of Gods spirit may bee wrought and continued and still increased both in our selues and others:
Thus we see it plainly proved, out of Paul's Exampl, that it is a duty for us evermore to desire that the graces of God's Spirit may be wrought and continued and still increased both in our selves and Others:
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which is all one with this petition, where Christ biddeth us to pray, Thy kingdome come: for wheresoever the sanctifying gifts of the holy Ghost are, there doth Christ Iesus rule and raigne.
which is all one with this petition, where christ bids us to pray, Thy Kingdom come: for wheresoever the sanctifying Gifts of the holy Ghost Are, there does christ Iesus Rule and Reign.
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But let us yet further consider of some reasons for the confirmation of this point, that it stands us upon to pray for the erecting of his kingdome in our hearts. First of all;
But let us yet further Consider of Some Reasons for the confirmation of this point, that it Stands us upon to pray for the erecting of his Kingdom in our hearts. First of all;
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This may be one forcible reason to induce us thereunto, that till such time as this holy government is established in our hearts, we can never sanctifie nor glorifie the name of God, as in the former petition we are taught to doe.
This may be one forcible reason to induce us thereunto, that till such time as this holy government is established in our hearts, we can never sanctify nor Glorify the name of God, as in the former petition we Are taught to do.
untill he be a subject and servant unto Christ Iesus, and untill he by his scepter haue beaten downe the sinnes of his soule, he is but a lumpe of flesh:
until he be a Subject and servant unto christ Iesus, and until he by his sceptre have beaten down the Sins of his soul, he is but a lump of Flesh:
and being wholy in the flesh (as the Apostle speaketh) it is impossible that he should please God, and consequently impossible that hee should any way glorifie God. And therefore,
and being wholly in the Flesh (as the Apostle speaks) it is impossible that he should please God, and consequently impossible that he should any Way Glorify God. And Therefore,
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for we are in bondage unto Satan, and unto every vile and base lust, and so are subiect to the eternall curse and malediction of God, & lyable to all manner of judgments both corporall and spirituall, both in this life and in that which is to come. This doth partly appeare in that place of the Acts, where the Lord sheweth the use and end of Paules ministrie, for that he was sent unto the Gentiles, To open their eyes, that they might turne from darknesse to light,
for we Are in bondage unto Satan, and unto every vile and base lust, and so Are Subject to the Eternal curse and malediction of God, & liable to all manner of Judgments both corporal and spiritual, both in this life and in that which is to come. This does partly appear in that place of the Acts, where the Lord shows the use and end of Paul's Ministry, for that he was sent unto the Gentiles, To open their eyes, that they might turn from darkness to Light,
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and that in their thoughts words and workes. This is the naturall condition of all the Sonnes of Adam, to be vassals unto all manner of impietie and iniquitie,
and that in their thoughts words and works. This is the natural condition of all the Sons of Adam, to be vassals unto all manner of impiety and iniquity,
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even the lusts of the flesh, the lusts of the eyes, and the Pride of life. And withall (which is the worst of all) they must stand to his reward, which is verie bad in this world,
even the Lustiest of the Flesh, the Lustiest of the eyes, and the Pride of life. And withal (which is the worst of all) they must stand to his reward, which is very bad in this world,
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For they that haue giuen them selues to the service of the devill in their lifetime, shall afterwards be tormented with the devill and his Angels in hellish torments. and that for evermore:
For they that have given them selves to the service of the Devil in their lifetime, shall afterwards be tormented with the Devil and his Angels in hellish torments. and that for evermore:
Now in the next place, let us consider, of the benefits which we shall reape by liuing under that heauenly gouernment, and that in respect of our king, of his lawes and of his rewards, present and future, temporall and eternall
Now in the next place, let us Consider, of the benefits which we shall reap by living under that heavenly government, and that in respect of our King, of his laws and of his rewards, present and future, temporal and Eternal
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Other Kings are adorn•d with gorgeous and royall apparell, as was Solomon, to make them appeare more glorious unto the beholders, which argueth an imperfection in themselues, in that they are driven to seeke a kinde of excellencie out of themselues:
Other Kings Are adorn•d with gorgeous and royal apparel, as was Solomon, to make them appear more glorious unto the beholders, which argue an imperfection in themselves, in that they Are driven to seek a kind of excellency out of themselves:
and at other times so crossed that they cannot, but the King of Kings doth alwayes put his power in practice, in the government of the world and of every thing therein.
and At other times so crossed that they cannot, but the King of Kings does always put his power in practice, in the government of the world and of every thing therein.
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And among other things, herein doth his wonderfull power appeare, that he makes the whole earth to hang unmoveable even in the midst of the ayre, without any prop or stay at all.
And among other things, herein does his wonderful power appear, that he makes the Whole earth to hang Unmovable even in the midst of the air, without any prop or stay At all.
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The Lord himselfe professeth by the Prophet Isaiah, complaining of his peoples unbeliefe, Zion hath said, the Lord hath forsaken mee and my God hath forgotten mee:
The Lord himself Professes by the Prophet Isaiah, complaining of his peoples unbelief, Zion hath said, the Lord hath forsaken me and my God hath forgotten me:
This much was very liuely signified in the time of the Leviticall Law, for then it was commanded that the high Priest (who was a type of Christ ) should carrie the names of the twelue Tribes of the children of Israel on both his shoulders: being graven on the Ephod, and on his heart,
This much was very lively signified in the time of the Levitical Law, for then it was commanded that the high Priest (who was a type of christ) should carry the names of the twelue Tribes of the children of Israel on both his shoulders: being graved on the Ephod, and on his heart,
Touching their necessities, our Saviour testifieth saying, Your heavenly Father knoweth that you haue need of all these things, to wit, of food and rayment,
Touching their necessities, our Saviour Testifieth saying, Your heavenly Father Knoweth that you have need of all these things, to wit, of food and raiment,
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And concerning his foreseeing of perils, it is evident in this, that knowing of the samine that should be in the Land of Canaan. he sent Ioseph before hand into the Land of Egypt, to provide for his Father Iacob and his familie.
And Concerning his Foreseeing of perils, it is evident in this, that knowing of the same that should be in the Land of Canaan. he sent Ioseph before hand into the Land of Egypt, to provide for his Father Iacob and his family.
And indeed how can it be, but he must needs fore-see such things, since he doth fore-appoint the same? And herein also hee goeth beyond all worldly government:
And indeed how can it be, but he must needs foresee such things, since he does foreappoint the same? And herein also he Goes beyond all worldly government:
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For they are not acquainted with the wants of all their subjects that are presently upon them, much lesse can they haue understanding of dangers before they befall them,
For they Are not acquainted with the Wants of all their subject's that Are presently upon them, much less can they have understanding of dangers before they befall them,
and will deale with every one as he knoweth their hearts and their workes. And whereas the best of his subjects are tainted with innumerable faults, which doe indeed deserue his displeasure:
and will deal with every one as he Knoweth their hearts and their works. And whereas the best of his subject's Are tainted with innumerable Faults, which do indeed deserve his displeasure:
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for if they doe but confesse their sinnes, and craue pardon for them, (as they will doe who are led by the Spirit of Grace) hee will forgiue all their iniquities, and passe by all their transgressions,
for if they do but confess their Sins, and crave pardon for them, (as they will do who Are led by the Spirit of Grace) he will forgive all their iniquities, and pass by all their transgressions,
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whatsoever he saith he will assuredly doe it, not one jot or title of his word shall perish, till all bee fulfilled. It is otherwise with earthly Rulers, they many times say and doe not, bebause they are fickle and changeable,
whatsoever he Says he will assuredly do it, not one jot or title of his word shall perish, till all be fulfilled. It is otherwise with earthly Rulers, they many times say and do not, bebause they Are fickle and changeable,
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as David in the matter of Vriah, and of Mephibosheth: and Solomon, in laying too heavie burthens upon the people, in so much that being wearie of them, they fell to mutinie and rebellion.
as David in the matter of Uriah, and of Mephibosheth: and Solomon, in laying too heavy burdens upon the people, in so much that being weary of them, they fell to mutiny and rebellion.
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In the next place, let us consider of his lawes, which will likewise induce us to long for erecting and establishing of his kingdome in our soules and consciences:
In the next place, let us Consider of his laws, which will likewise induce us to long for erecting and establishing of his Kingdom in our Souls and Consciences:
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Touching those that are present, they are either spirituall or corporall. The spirituall are righteousnesse, and peace, and joy in the holy Ghost. First;
Touching those that Are present, they Are either spiritual or corporal. The spiritual Are righteousness, and peace, and joy in the holy Ghost. First;
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Christ, who is the Prince of peace makes a reconciliation betwixt God and us, by taking away the guiltinesse of our sinnes, which formerly made difference and disagreement, bestowing upon us the merit of his owne absolute obedience, which maketh us to stand perfectly justified before the throne of Gods justice.
christ, who is the Prince of peace makes a reconciliation betwixt God and us, by taking away the guiltiness of our Sins, which formerly made difference and disagreement, bestowing upon us the merit of his own absolute Obedience, which makes us to stand perfectly justified before the throne of God's Justice.
But as soone as ever they betake themselues to liue under the regiment of the King of heaven, their hearts do grow to sound tranquillitie, and to a setled peace.
But as soon as ever they betake themselves to live under the regiment of the King of heaven, their hearts do grow to found tranquillity, and to a settled peace.
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That is, such joy as is wrought by Gods holy spirit, which is unspeakable and glorious, whereof when men haue once tasted, they giue over their vaine and foolish sports, with their fleshly and mad delights, with such a detestation of them, that it makes them even sicke to thinke upon them.
That is, such joy as is wrought by God's holy Spirit, which is unspeakable and glorious, whereof when men have once tasted, they give over their vain and foolish sports, with their fleshly and mad delights, with such a detestation of them, that it makes them even sick to think upon them.
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whereby indeed they are made spirituall Kings, according to that in the Revelation, where it is said, that Christ hath loved us, and (for the manifesting of his loue) hath washed us from our sinnes in his bloud, what followeth upon this? Hee hath made us Kings and Preists unto God,
whereby indeed they Are made spiritual Kings, according to that in the Revelation, where it is said, that christ hath loved us, and (for the manifesting of his love) hath washed us from our Sins in his blood, what follows upon this? He hath made us Kings and Priests unto God,
therefore, if God giue his owne Sonne, how should not hee with him giue us all things? Whosoever therefore hath the Lord to rule in him and over him, hee shall be sure to want nothing that is good for him.
Therefore, if God give his own Son, how should not he with him give us all things? Whosoever Therefore hath the Lord to Rule in him and over him, he shall be sure to want nothing that is good for him.
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If wee bee Goates, or Swine, Wolues, or Beares, or the like, not submitting our selues to the government of Christ, to be ordered and ruled according to his word, we can expect nothing at Gods hand but judgements and plagues,
If we be Goats, or Swine, Wolves, or Bears, or the like, not submitting our selves to the government of christ, to be ordered and ruled according to his word, we can expect nothing At God's hand but Judgments and plagues,
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And whosoever is a subject in the Kingdome of Grace, shall be a King everlastingly in the Kingdome of Glorie, where he shall haue more comfort and happinesse in one minute of an houre,
And whosoever is a Subject in the Kingdom of Grace, shall be a King everlastingly in the Kingdom of Glory, where he shall have more Comfort and happiness in one minute of an hour,
Now that we may draw to some vse of the point, is it so, that the comming of Christ his kingdome, is so desirable? Then first of all, here are those to bee reprooved, that in words pray, Thy kingdome come; But in truth, they wish it not from their hearts,
Now that we may draw to Some use of the point, is it so, that the coming of christ his Kingdom, is so desirable? Then First of all, Here Are those to be reproved, that in words pray, Thy Kingdom come; But in truth, they wish it not from their hearts,
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and if God would graunt the desire of their soules (as many times in his justice hee doth,) they would much rather liue where the scepter of the diuell rules,
and if God would grant the desire of their Souls (as many times in his Justice he does,) they would much rather live where the sceptre of the Devil rules,
If it be so (as they cannot deny) what should they speake of their desiring of the comming of Christ his kingdome? they doe but play the hypocrites in so doing,
If it be so (as they cannot deny) what should they speak of their desiring of the coming of christ his Kingdom? they do but play the Hypocrites in so doing,
for they refuse the government of this heauenly King, and shew themselues to be professed enemies unto him, whatsoever pretences they make to the contrary.
for they refuse the government of this heavenly King, and show themselves to be professed enemies unto him, whatsoever pretences they make to the contrary.
This Iob prooveth euidently, to the faces of all hypocrites, of whom he avoucheth, that They say unto God, depart from us, not that any will be so blasphemous,
This Job proveth evidently, to the faces of all Hypocrites, of whom he avoucheth, that They say unto God, depart from us, not that any will be so blasphemous,
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as in plaine termes to utter so much, but in effect they manifest that their desire is such, that they would willingly haue nothing to doe with God: and how doth he prooue this? by two arguments:
as in plain terms to utter so much, but in Effect they manifest that their desire is such, that they would willingly have nothing to do with God: and how does he prove this? by two Arguments:
one is this That they doe not desire the knowledge of his wayes, for they are utterly destitute of heauenly understanding, affecting their grosse ignorance more then sauing knowledge, which appeareth in that they will not take paines for it:
one is this That they do not desire the knowledge of his ways, for they Are utterly destitute of heavenly understanding, affecting their gross ignorance more then Saving knowledge, which appears in that they will not take pains for it:
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if we should pray unto him? As if they should say, there is much a doe about seruing of God, and many faire promises are made to such as seeke unto him:
if we should pray unto him? As if they should say, there is much a do about serving of God, and many fair promises Are made to such as seek unto him:
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And therefore they wholy apply themselues to rooting and winding in the earth (like moles,) utterly reiecting the knowledg and practice of holy duties.
And Therefore they wholly apply themselves to rooting and winding in the earth (like Moles,) utterly rejecting the knowledge and practice of holy duties.
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And as they loue not the King, nor his lawes, so can they not away with his servants and subjects: but when they see them come from other places with their bibles, to be instructed in the lawes of their heavenly King, they maligne them,
And as they love not the King, nor his laws, so can they not away with his Servants and subject's: but when they see them come from other places with their Bibles, to be instructed in the laws of their heavenly King, they malign them,
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Neither doe they esteeme of those rewards, which are conferred upon Christians, but like prophane Esau, doe make more account of a messe of pottage, then of the birth-right, of a few sinfull pleasures and base commodities,
Neither do they esteem of those rewards, which Are conferred upon Christians, but like profane Esau, do make more account of a mess of pottage, then of the birthright, of a few sinful pleasures and base commodities,
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and though Gods children be sheepe and lambes in other things, yet herein they should shew an holy kind of violence, according to that of our Saviour, From the time of Iohn Baptist, the kingdome of heaven suffereth violence,
and though God's children be sheep and Lambs in other things, yet herein they should show an holy kind of violence, according to that of our Saviour, From the time of John Baptist, the Kingdom of heaven suffers violence,
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That is, as soone as ever their hearts were truely and throughly touched by the word and spirit of God, they saw their miserie that they were in, in being vassals unto sinne and Sathan;
That is, as soon as ever their hearts were truly and thoroughly touched by the word and Spirit of God, they saw their misery that they were in, in being vassals unto sin and Sathan;
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and what then? they presently betake themselues to liue under the government of Christ: And whereas they found many lets and impediments, many hindrances and pull-backes to keepe them from Christ, they violently breake through them all,
and what then? they presently betake themselves to live under the government of christ: And whereas they found many lets and impediments, many hindrances and pull-backs to keep them from christ, they violently break through them all,
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and rather then they would loose their hope, and be frustrate of their expectation, they would run through fire and water, the like eagernesse must we labour for:
and rather then they would lose their hope, and be frustrate of their expectation, they would run through fire and water, the like eagerness must we labour for:
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And though wee be very unapt to conceiue of holy things, yet must wee as it were breake open the doores of our mindes, that they may understand heavenly mysteries,
And though we be very unapt to conceive of holy things, yet must we as it were break open the doors of our minds, that they may understand heavenly Mysteres,
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Wee must even constraine and compell them to hold fast the holy word of God, and never cease praying and labouring, till the Lord haue strengthned them in some good measure,
we must even constrain and compel them to hold fast the holy word of God, and never cease praying and labouring, till the Lord have strengthened them in Some good measure,
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And albeit our hearts be very rebellious and stubborne, and all our affections exceeding head-strong and untamed, yet must we by an holy kind of coaction and compulsion draw them unto sanctified obedience,
And albeit our hearts be very rebellious and stubborn, and all our affections exceeding headstrong and untamed, yet must we by an holy kind of coaction and compulsion draw them unto sanctified Obedience,
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And because all our endevours without Gods speciall blessing are nothing worth, therefore it is our part, to be instant with the Lord, that hee would please to assist us,
And Because all our endeavours without God's special blessing Are nothing worth, Therefore it is our part, to be instant with the Lord, that he would please to assist us,
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and to furnish all Congregations with learned, able, and faithfull Ministers. For they are the Lords Captaines to fight his battels, against the flesh, the world, and the devill:
and to furnish all Congregations with learned, able, and faithful Ministers. For they Are the lords Captains to fight his battles, against the Flesh, the world, and the Devil:
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how poore and sinfull men & women come to be a crown of glorie, and a royall diademe in the hand of the Lord, how they become a delightfull Spouse unto him,
how poor and sinful men & women come to be a crown of glory, and a royal diadem in the hand of the Lord, how they become a delightful Spouse unto him,
The Instruments of effecting this wonderfull worke, are said to bee Watchmen, sent unto them by the Lord himselfe, Who all the day and all the night continually never cease, but either call upon the people,
The Instruments of effecting this wonderful work, Are said to be Watchmen, sent unto them by the Lord himself, Who all the day and all the night continually never cease, but either call upon the people,
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and saving of them, as it is yet more evident in that place of the Acts before cited, where the holy Ghost declareth, that, first he opened their eyes, and illuminated their understanding, and maketh them able to put a difference betwixt good and bad, truth and errour, light and darknesse.
and Saving of them, as it is yet more evident in that place of the Acts before cited, where the holy Ghost Declareth, that, First he opened their eyes, and illuminated their understanding, and makes them able to put a difference betwixt good and bad, truth and error, Light and darkness.
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In which place, the Apostle Paul together with his fellow-workmen in the Ministry of the Gospell, are compared unto Champions, that are to goe forth in the name of the Lord, for the recovering of his chosen out of Sathans hand, who doth tyrannously usurpe authoritie over them.
In which place, the Apostle Paul together with his fellow-workmen in the Ministry of the Gospel, Are compared unto Champions, that Are to go forth in the name of the Lord, for the recovering of his chosen out of Satan's hand, who does tyrannously usurp Authority over them.
but spirituall weapons, taken out of the Lords owne Armorie, which are mightie and powerfull, where it pleaseth the Lord to worke by them, to overthrow all the strong holds,
but spiritual weapons, taken out of the lords own Armory, which Are mighty and powerful, where it Pleases the Lord to work by them, to overthrow all the strong holds,
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and fortresses that Sathan hath set up in mens soules, and to bring into subjection not onely the outward man, (which is as much as any earthly Prince can require) but the inward man also, framing and inclining the very secret thoughts and imaginations of the heart,
and fortresses that Sathan hath Set up in men's Souls, and to bring into subjection not only the outward man, (which is as much as any earthly Prince can require) but the inward man also, framing and inclining the very secret thoughts and Imaginations of the heart,
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And yet further the same Apostle, writing to the Galatians, putteth them in mind, how they received the spirit by the hearing of faith, that is, of the doctrine of faith, which is so called,
And yet further the same Apostle, writing to the Galatians, putteth them in mind, how they received the Spirit by the hearing of faith, that is, of the Doctrine of faith, which is so called,
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because (as hee saith else where) by the preaching thereof we come to beleeue, and so to haue Christ his throne set up within us, for hee dwelleth in our hearts by faith.
Because (as he Says Else where) by the preaching thereof we come to believe, and so to have christ his throne Set up within us, for he dwells in our hearts by faith.
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If then the Ministrie of the word bee that which dispossesseth Sathan the Prince of darknesse, which maketh a riddance of all manner of sinnes and corruptions,
If then the Ministry of the word be that which dispossesseth Sathan the Prince of darkness, which makes a riddance of all manner of Sins and corruptions,
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And withall, that he would vouchsafe, to blesse all Schooles of learning, that they may be Seminaries of good and holy zealous teachers, that so where an holy Ministery is wanting, it may be supplyed.
And withal, that he would vouchsafe, to bless all Schools of learning, that they may be Seminaries of good and holy zealous Teachers, that so where an holy Ministry is wanting, it may be supplied.
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And then also, that it might be glorifyed, that is, that it might so enter into the mindes and hearts of their hearers, that they might practise it in their lives,
And then also, that it might be glorified, that is, that it might so enter into the minds and hearts of their hearers, that they might practise it in their lives,
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Now on the other side, The things principally to be prayed against, are two. First, The bondage of sinne, especially of originall sinne, which sticks so fast unto us,
Now on the other side, The things principally to be prayed against, Are two. First, The bondage of sin, especially of original sin, which sticks so fast unto us,
for the deuill, though he be a busie, and a malicious adversarie, yet he is sometimes quiet (through Gods restraining hand) and departs for a season (as Luke speaketh:) But this naturall corruption is alwayes with us, in the day and in the night:
for the Devil, though he be a busy, and a malicious adversary, yet he is sometime quiet (through God's restraining hand) and departs for a season (as Lycia speaks:) But this natural corruption is always with us, in the day and in the night:
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He calleth originall sinne a body, because it hath many wretched members, and, a body of death, because besides many other miseries, it drawes both the naturall and spirituall death upon the parties in whom it is,
He calls original sin a body, Because it hath many wretched members, and, a body of death, Because beside many other misery's, it draws both the natural and spiritual death upon the parties in whom it is,
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and here with many of Gods dearest servants are so troubled and distempered, that they many times make question whether they be Christs subjects or Satans, the children of light, or the children of darknes:
and Here with many of God's dearest Servants Are so troubled and distempered, that they many times make question whither they be Christ subject's or Satan, the children of Light, or the children of darkness:
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and desire to be freed from it, for, as for those that are unregenerate, when the corruption of their nature breaketh out in speeches or sinfull actions, they are merrie, jocund,
and desire to be freed from it, for, as for those that Are unregenerate, when the corruption of their nature breaks out in Speeches or sinful actions, they Are merry, jocund,
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for, they feele their infirmities when they are at best, and feare future falls, when they stand in most uprightnesse, whereas carnall men are bold and venturous,
for, they feel their infirmities when they Are At best, and Fear future falls, when they stand in most uprightness, whereas carnal men Are bold and venturous,
and of all the limmes of the devill whatsoever, and withall, that he would in his good time, purge his Church from all idle and Idol Ministers, and from blinde, deceitfull, and unfaithfull guides;
and of all the limbs of the Devil whatsoever, and withal, that he would in his good time, purge his Church from all idle and Idol Ministers, and from blind, deceitful, and unfaithful guides;
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and beseech the Lord to open their eyes, that they may see what a lamentable case they are in, that so they may seeke to come out of the snares of the devill, by whom they are kept in miserable thraldome.
and beseech the Lord to open their eyes, that they may see what a lamentable case they Are in, that so they may seek to come out of the snares of the Devil, by whom they Are kept in miserable thraldom.
The spirit of regeneration, that knowes the joyes of heaven, being shed abroad in the hearts of the faithfull, stirres them up to say, come, and the Bride, that is, the Church (being inspired by the holy Ghost ) sayes, come. It is as possible for one that is betrothed to such an excellent husband,
The Spirit of regeneration, that knows the Joys of heaven, being shed abroad in the hearts of the faithful, stirs them up to say, come, and the Bride, that is, the Church (being inspired by the holy Ghost) Says, come. It is as possible for one that is betrothed to such an excellent husband,
as the spirit sayth come, so the flesh sayth goe: If Adam after his fall might haue obtained his desire, hee would by no meanes haue come into Gods presence:
as the Spirit say come, so the Flesh say go: If Adam After his fallen might have obtained his desire, he would by no means have come into God's presence:
and so it is with fleshly men still, they cannot endure that Christ should come unto them in his gracious presence by his Ordinances, much lesse in his glorious presence;
and so it is with fleshly men still, they cannot endure that christ should come unto them in his gracious presence by his Ordinances, much less in his glorious presence;
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for, in the militant Church the Devill and his members are still up in rebellion, whereby the best of Gods subjects that liue upon the earth, doe passe no day nor night without some offence or other against their soveraigne Lord: and for those whose soules are glorified in the heavens, their bodies for the most part doe lie in the dust:
for, in the militant Church the devil and his members Are still up in rebellion, whereby the best of God's subject's that live upon the earth, do pass no day nor night without Some offence or other against their sovereign Lord: and for those whose Souls Are glorified in the heavens, their bodies for the most part do lie in the dust:
but at the last day all enemies shall be utterly put downe and vanquished, and the elect of God shall be freed from all sinne, whereby God is dishonored,
but At the last day all enemies shall be utterly put down and vanquished, and the elect of God shall be freed from all sin, whereby God is dishonoured,
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Seeing then, that his foes shall tastefully of his justice, and his servants of his mercie, (both which doth make for the setting forth of his glorie) the Lords name shall be magnified,
Seeing then, that his foes shall tastefully of his Justice, and his Servants of his mercy, (both which does make for the setting forth of his glory) the lords name shall be magnified,
and the execution of judgement upon the wicked, and upon unbeleevers shall bee shewed, as well as he shall be glorified in his Saints, and be made marvellous in all them that beleeue in him.
and the execution of judgement upon the wicked, and upon unbelievers shall be showed, as well as he shall be glorified in his Saints, and be made marvellous in all them that believe in him.
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we may be saved indeed though for the present we doe not feele this, but wee can haue no setled comfort in the consideration thereof, till in our very soules we loue the glorious appearance of our blessed Saviour.
we may be saved indeed though for the present we do not feel this, but we can have no settled Comfort in the consideration thereof, till in our very Souls we love the glorious appearance of our blessed Saviour.
They had a desire of a better Countrey then the land of Canaan, even of a heavenly Countrey, which caused them so little to regard the things of this life.
They had a desire of a better Country then the land of Canaan, even of a heavenly Country, which caused them so little to regard the things of this life.
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The like may be said of Moses, who when by the eye of faith hee had seene the promotions of the Court of Heaven, did easily contemne and forsake whatsoever honors and preferments were to be obtained in the Court of Pharaoh. He that hath a kingdome to sway in his own Country, will never be over-much enamored on some small farme, or cottage in an other.
The like may be said of Moses, who when by the eye of faith he had seen the promotions of the Court of Heaven, did Easily contemn and forsake whatsoever honours and preferments were to be obtained in the Court of Pharaoh. He that hath a Kingdom to sway in his own Country, will never be overmuch enamored on Some small farm, or cottage in an other.
Againe, This earnest longing for the kingdome of Glorie, will very much quicken and helpe us forward in the performance of our dutie both unto God and men;
Again, This earnest longing for the Kingdom of Glory, will very much quicken and help us forward in the performance of our duty both unto God and men;
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This serveth first of all, for the just reproofe of such as say this petition every day, Thy Kingdome come: But would they bee willing that Christ should come unto them? Oh no, They will none of that, they loue him well,
This serves First of all, for the just reproof of such as say this petition every day, Thy Kingdom come: But would they be willing that christ should come unto them? O no, They will none of that, they love him well,
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and the devill, or that they themselues should goe unto him, before that great day of assises doe appeare, it is greatly to be feared, that they are Adulterers and Adulteresses (as Iames calleth them) and that they runne a whooring after the world, having combined themselues with Gods mortall enemie, the devill:
and the Devil, or that they themselves should go unto him, before that great day of assizes do appear, it is greatly to be feared, that they Are Adulterers and Adulteresses (as James calls them) and that they run a whoring After the world, having combined themselves with God's Mortal enemy, the Devil:
And hence it comes to passe, that they are so immoderately affraid of the pestilence, of any of the arrowes of death, whereby they are likely to be deadly wounded,
And hence it comes to pass, that they Are so immoderately afraid of the pestilence, of any of the arrows of death, whereby they Are likely to be deadly wounded,
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Why? what is the pestilence to a Saint of God? Is it not a messenger to call him from a base and miserable estate here, to raigne with Christ Iesus in the kingdome of heaven? If then they were the Spouse of Christ, and could say with the Bride, come Lord Iesus, they would not much care what the messenger is that doth call them to sit upon a throne in heaven.
Why? what is the pestilence to a Saint of God? Is it not a Messenger to call him from a base and miserable estate Here, to Reign with christ Iesus in the Kingdom of heaven? If then they were the Spouse of christ, and could say with the Bride, come Lord Iesus, they would not much care what the Messenger is that does call them to fit upon a throne in heaven.
If one should come unto any of us, and tell us, you must repaire unto the Court in all the hast you can possible, the Prince will bestow this or that great office upon you, you need not doubt it, I will shew you my commission I haue thus to warne you:
If one should come unto any of us, and tell us, you must repair unto the Court in all the haste you can possible, the Prince will bestow this or that great office upon you, you need not doubt it, I will show you my commission I have thus to warn you:
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Now what is the Plague unto the servants of God, but a messenger to fetch them from earth to heaven, where they shall bee advanced to farre greater dignitie then any the world affords?
Now what is the Plague unto the Servants of God, but a Messenger to fetch them from earth to heaven, where they shall be advanced to Far greater dignity then any the world affords?
if you would be assured you die blessedly, the question is not, whether we die in this place or that, of this sicknesse or that, by Sea or by Land, in bed,
if you would be assured you die blessedly, the question is not, whither we die in this place or that, of this sickness or that, by Sea or by Land, in Bed,
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Secondly, here is a Use of Instruction for us, That we striue with our owne hearts, to make them willing and desirous, not onely that the kingdome of grace may be stablished,
Secondly, Here is a Use of Instruction for us, That we strive with our own hearts, to make them willing and desirous, not only that the Kingdom of grace may be established,
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Now because a number doe faile of this willingnes (though some there be indeed, that herein if in any thing may be said to be sicke of loue,) longing, to be dissolved, and to be with Christ, and desiring and sighing to be clothed with their house which is from heauen:
Now Because a number do fail of this willingness (though Some there be indeed, that herein if in any thing may be said to be sick of love,) longing, to be dissolved, and to be with christ, and desiring and sighing to be clothed with their house which is from heaven:
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because (I say,) many and those of Gods deare children doe come short of this holy affection, It will not be amis, to shew by what meanes, we may attain to this, that if we might haue our hearts desire graunted, we should aboue all things wish, that there might be an end of these dayes of sinne unto all the elect,
Because (I say,) many and those of God's deer children do come short of this holy affection, It will not be amiss, to show by what means, we may attain to this, that if we might have our hearts desire granted, we should above all things wish, that there might be an end of these days of sin unto all the elect,
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or masters absence, will be full glad, to be called to a reckoning, concerning his carriage and behaviour, where as guiltinesse causeth fearfulnesse, and cowardlinesse.
or Masters absence, will be full glad, to be called to a reckoning, Concerning his carriage and behaviour, where as guiltiness Causes fearfulness, and cowardliness.
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Secondly, we must striue to get some certainty, that when Christ doth come to judgement, we shall speed the better for it, that heaven is our inheritance,
Secondly, we must strive to get Some certainty, that when christ does come to judgement, we shall speed the better for it, that heaven is our inheritance,
If then we would attaine to a longing desire after the comming of Christ, let us labour to be resolved of this point, that when we leaue this world we shall change for the better, which assurance we shall haue if our conversation be truely religious,
If then we would attain to a longing desire After the coming of christ, let us labour to be resolved of this point, that when we leave this world we shall change for the better, which assurance we shall have if our Conversation be truly religious,
Otherwise, though a man haue the certaintie thereof, if he be not perswaded, that it is very well worth the having, he will never be much affected with the desire of it.
Otherwise, though a man have the certainty thereof, if he be not persuaded, that it is very well worth the having, he will never be much affected with the desire of it.
for heavenly things cannot be comprehended but by the helpe of the holy Spirit, which searcheth the deepe things of God, and revealeth them onely unto his children.
for heavenly things cannot be comprehended but by the help of the holy Spirit, which Searches the deep things of God, and Revealeth them only unto his children.
Now to the intent that we may attaine to a more cleere understanding of the excellencie of the kingdome of heaven, let us a little consider wherein it consists. Not onely;
Now to the intent that we may attain to a more clear understanding of the excellency of the Kingdom of heaven, let us a little Consider wherein it consists. Not only;
It is full of all manner of contentment, as farre beyond that Paradise wherein Adam lived in the time of his innocencie (though at were very excellent) as that was beyond the most lothsome dungeon that is;
It is full of all manner of contentment, as Far beyond that Paradise wherein Adam lived in the time of his innocence (though At were very excellent) as that was beyond the most loathsome dungeon that is;
that thereby, as it were by staires, we might come to the veiw of this glorious place, I meane the new Ierusalem. The particulars whereof we may see in Revel. 21. 22. Chapters, some of which we will briefly touch.
that thereby, as it were by stairs, we might come to the view of this glorious place, I mean the new Ierusalem. The particulars whereof we may see in Revel. 21. 22. Chapters, Some of which we will briefly touch.
It is there compared to a great Citie, which is sayd to bee scituated upon an high Hill, noting thereby, the excellent scituation thereof, both in respect of the pleasantnesse, as also of the strength of it.
It is there compared to a great city, which is said to be situated upon an high Hill, noting thereby, the excellent situation thereof, both in respect of the pleasantness, as also of the strength of it.
The essentiall parts of it are the walles, the Gates, the streetes, the foundations of the Citie, and of the walles, which are set forth by the matter and forme. The matter is said to be gold, precious stones, &c. to wit, the most precious things that can be.
The essential parts of it Are the walls, the Gates, the streets, the foundations of the city, and of the walls, which Are Set forth by the matter and Form. The matter is said to be gold, precious stones, etc. to wit, the most precious things that can be.
Having spoken of the Citie, and of the particular parts of it, he comes to speake of the priviledges thereof, that they that dwell there shall need no Temple, that is no meanes of instruction, nor any Sunne,
Having spoken of the city, and of the particular parts of it, he comes to speak of the privileges thereof, that they that dwell there shall need no Temple, that is no means of instruction, nor any Sun,
Againe Chap. 22. it is said to haue a pure River of water of life, cleere as Chrystall running through it (which is an excellent commoditie in a Citie,) and in the midst of the streete thereof the tree of life, &c. By all these intimating unto us, that it is a most singular and excellent place,
Again Chap. 22. it is said to have a pure River of water of life, clear as Crystal running through it (which is an excellent commodity in a city,) and in the midst of the street thereof the tree of life, etc. By all these intimating unto us, that it is a most singular and excellent place,
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or in Paradise where Adam was? If we were in our right wits, we should make choice of heaven before Paradise, (which was a place of all manner of delights) in the earth:
or in Paradise where Adam was? If we were in our right wits, we should make choice of heaven before Paradise, (which was a place of all manner of delights) in the earth:
which is a vaile of misery, and an house of mourning, wherein all creatures doe sigh and groane in regard of the miseries which sinne hath brought upon them:
which is a veil of misery, and an house of mourning, wherein all creatures do sighs and groan in regard of the misery's which sin hath brought upon them:
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Secondly, as touching the company: It is every way sutable unto the place, for there wee shall enjoyfull communion and fellowship with the holy Trinitie, with our blessed Saviour, and with all the holy Angels and Saints, even with the whole companie of heaven, all which shall loue us most dearely,
Secondly, as touching the company: It is every Way suitable unto the place, for there we shall enjoyfull communion and fellowship with the holy Trinity, with our blessed Saviour, and with all the holy Angels and Saints, even with the Whole company of heaven, all which shall love us most dearly,
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For first, touching our Inheritance, it shall be very large, it is our fathers pleasure to giue us a kingdome: And to make us Heires, yea, fellowheires with his owne Sonne.
For First, touching our Inheritance, it shall be very large, it is our Father's pleasure to give us a Kingdom: And to make us Heirs, yea, fellowheires with his own Son.
Then for our persons, they shall be most happy, and that both within, and without, they shall haue perfect holinesse, (whereof they haue but as it were a sparkle in this life) No uncleane thing shall enter into that Citie.
Then for our Persons, they shall be most happy, and that both within, and without, they shall have perfect holiness, (whereof they have but as it were a sparkle in this life) No unclean thing shall enter into that city.
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but death will make a finall dispatch of it, and when we are rid of it, we shalbe clothed with holinesse in stead of it, our minds shall be furnished with all manner of heavenly knowledge so that there we shall haue no need of a Temple, (as was noted before) that is, of any meanes of our salvation,
but death will make a final dispatch of it, and when we Are rid of it, we shall clothed with holiness in stead of it, our minds shall be furnished with all manner of heavenly knowledge so that there we shall have no need of a Temple, (as was noted before) that is, of any means of our salvation,
And if Gods servants doe in this world find unutterable consolations, now and then in singing of Psalmes, and offering up their thankesgivings unto the Lord, much more, (yea infinitely more) shall be their joy in the kingdome of heaven,
And if God's Servants do in this world find unutterable consolations, now and then in singing of Psalms, and offering up their thanksgivings unto the Lord, much more, (yea infinitely more) shall be their joy in the Kingdom of heaven,
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as appeareth, Iohn the 17. 22. Now if the very sight of the glory of Christ, of Moses, and of Elias upon the Mount, did so affect Peter as that he could say, Master it is good for us to bee here:
as appears, John the 17. 22. Now if the very sighed of the glory of christ, of Moses, and of Elias upon the Mount, did so affect Peter as that he could say, Master it is good for us to be Here:
IN the former Petition, we haue beene taught to pray both for the gracious, and glorious kingdome of Iesus Christ. Now in this Petition is shewed, how wee may manifest our selues to bee Subjects of this heavenly kingdome here,
IN the former Petition, we have been taught to pray both for the gracious, and glorious Kingdom of Iesus christ. Now in this Petition is showed, how we may manifest our selves to be Subject's of this heavenly Kingdom Here,
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But for the better understanding of this Petition, we must know that the will of God is twofold: One absolute, and the other secret, which we pray not for;
But for the better understanding of this Petition, we must know that the will of God is twofold: One absolute, and the other secret, which we pray not for;
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so must we desire to doe, not that we can attaine to that perfection that is in them, which is impossible, (they being now without staine or blot) but we must ayme at it,
so must we desire to do, not that we can attain to that perfection that is in them, which is impossible, (they being now without stain or blot) but we must aim At it,
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Otherwise, if there had beene in us any abilitie and aptnesse therunto, why should we pray for strength to doe it? Whatsoever we are bid to aske of God, sure it is, we haue it not in and of our selues,
Otherwise, if there had been in us any ability and aptness thereunto, why should we pray for strength to do it? Whatsoever we Are bid to ask of God, sure it is, we have it not in and of our selves,
and therefore our Saviour in willing us to intreat God to bow our hearts, and to incline our affections unto his will, doth teach us, that we are utterly destitute of all naturall power whereby wee might attaine thereunto.
and Therefore our Saviour in willing us to entreat God to bow our hearts, and to incline our affections unto his will, does teach us, that we Are utterly destitute of all natural power whereby we might attain thereunto.
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Hence it is that Christ saith, None can come to me (either in faith or obedience) except the Father that sent mee draw him, &c. The Lord must by his good spirit winne our will and affections before there can be any sound conversion:
Hence it is that christ Says, None can come to me (either in faith or Obedience) except the Father that sent me draw him, etc. The Lord must by his good Spirit win our will and affections before there can be any found conversion:
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Hence it is that the Psalmist prayeth, Incline my heart unto thy testimonies, and not unto covetousnesse: implying thereby, that he had not the command of ••s owne heart and affections,
Hence it is that the Psalmist Prayeth, Incline my heart unto thy testimonies, and not unto covetousness: implying thereby, that he had not the command of ••s own heart and affections,
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Now the reason why all the sonnes of Adam, are by nature unwilling and indeed unable to doe as God would haue him, is this, that in them there dwelleth no good thing,
Now the reason why all the Sons of Adam, Are by nature unwilling and indeed unable to do as God would have him, is this, that in them there dwells no good thing,
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but continually. Whence it is, that the Apostle speaking of naturall reason, which is the most excellent part in man, saith thereof, That the wisedome of the flesh is enmitie against God, why? because it is not subject to the will of God, but may it not by usage and ordering be brought to some better passe? no (saith he) It is not subject to the will of God, neither indeed can bee:
but continually. Whence it is, that the Apostle speaking of natural reason, which is the most excellent part in man, Says thereof, That the Wisdom of the Flesh is enmity against God, why? Because it is not Subject to the will of God, but may it not by usage and ordering be brought to Some better pass? no (Says he) It is not Subject to the will of God, neither indeed can be:
If that be objecting and mutining against the law of our heavenly King, and all the other powers of the soule, will be readie as ill souldiers, to stand up in rebellion against their Soveraigne.
If that be objecting and Mutinying against the law of our heavenly King, and all the other Powers of the soul, will be ready as ill Soldiers, to stand up in rebellion against their Sovereign.
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Which serveth first of all, for the overthrow of that wretched and ungodly opinion of the Papists who hold, that there is in men naturally some freedome of will, to repent for their sinnes, to serue God, and to doe good and holy duties.
Which serves First of all, for the overthrow of that wretched and ungodly opinion of the Papists who hold, that there is in men naturally Some freedom of will, to Repent for their Sins, to serve God, and to do good and holy duties.
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••t why then doe they make this petition, Thy will be done? If they haue abilitie in themselues what need they aske it of the Lord? But herein, (as in all other their erroneous opinions) they shew themselues to be blind, foolish,
••t why then do they make this petition, Thy will be done? If they have ability in themselves what need they ask it of the Lord? But herein, (as in all other their erroneous opinions) they show themselves to be blind, foolish,
and touched his heart with the sight and sense of his originall corruptions, then he was of another mind, he found in himselfe no abilitie to doe that which was good, but though he knew the will of God, and did consent unto it (through his grace) in the inner man, yet hee saw another law in his members, rebelling against the law of his mind,
and touched his heart with the sighed and sense of his original corruptions, then he was of Another mind, he found in himself no ability to do that which was good, but though he knew the will of God, and did consent unto it (through his grace) in the inner man, yet he saw Another law in his members, rebelling against the law of his mind,
For otherwise, all the teaching and preaching, and good examples, blessings, crosses, and whatsoever good meanes else, the Lord hath appointed for the converting of men, all of them (I say) can doe them no good in the world,
For otherwise, all the teaching and preaching, and good Examples, blessings, Crosses, and whatsoever good means Else, the Lord hath appointed for the converting of men, all of them (I say) can do them no good in the world,
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Thirdly, This maketh for the consolation of Gods owne people, though they find in themselves a great unwillingnesse to keepe the Sabbath, to pray, to sing psalmes, to giue admonition, &c. Albeit I (say) their flesh be very backward,
Thirdly, This makes for the consolation of God's own people, though they find in themselves a great unwillingness to keep the Sabbath, to pray, to sing psalms, to give admonition, etc. Albeit I (say) their Flesh be very backward,
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but while they remain upon the face of the earth, they shall find that they haue great need to make this petition Thy wil be done; That is, Lord incline my heart to obedience,
but while they remain upon the face of the earth, they shall find that they have great need to make this petition Thy will be done; That is, Lord incline my heart to Obedience,
Let us make full account, that while we carry about us these fraile Tabernacles, we shall find in us, much unwillingnesse unto every thing that is good,
Let us make full account, that while we carry about us these frail Tabernacles, we shall find in us, much unwillingness unto every thing that is good,
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In which regard, the Apostle Paul professeth, that hee did beat downe his body, (to wit) the body of sinne that was in him, where the word that he useth, doth signifie to beat downe with a club:
In which regard, the Apostle Paul Professes, that he did beatrice down his body, (to wit) the body of sin that was in him, where the word that he uses, does signify to beatrice down with a club:
In the like sort, did the Apostle deale with his corruptions, he did his good will to worke the death of them, knowing that if he did not kill them, they would slay him;
In the like sort, did the Apostle deal with his corruptions, he did his good will to work the death of them, knowing that if he did not kill them, they would slay him;
for if that should not haue beene in Gods children, our Saviour would never haue bidden them make this petition. And as for those that say, they are alwaies very willing unto Gods service, to pray, to heare, to meditate,
for if that should not have been in God's children, our Saviour would never have bidden them make this petition. And as for those that say, they Are always very willing unto God's service, to pray, to hear, to meditate,
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If we would not be esteemed hypocrites, and rebels against the Lord of heaven, we must yeeld up our selues to be advised and guided by him, and by his testimonies.
If we would not be esteemed Hypocrites, and rebels against the Lord of heaven, we must yield up our selves to be advised and guided by him, and by his testimonies.
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But then, he will manifest his loue unto us, and we shall finde by evident experience and by sound effects in our soules, that he doth carrie a fatherly affection towards us.
But then, he will manifest his love unto us, and we shall find by evident experience and by found effects in our Souls, that he does carry a fatherly affection towards us.
and joy such as none can conceiue but those that feele it, and at length when they haue finished the dayes of their pilgrimage, he will saue their soules,
and joy such as none can conceive but those that feel it, and At length when they have finished the days of their pilgrimage, he will save their Souls,
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Many other are the benefits of obeying Gods sacred will, which we may read of Psalme 119. and in sundry other places of Scripture, which for brevitie sake I doe purposely passe over, that we may come unto the use of the point: Which maketh;
Many other Are the benefits of obeying God's sacred will, which we may read of Psalm 119. and in sundry other places of Scripture, which for brevity sake I do purposely pass over, that we may come unto the use of the point: Which makes;
And certainely, the Lord will not judge them to be good subjects unto his Majestie, that deale so contemptuously with his holy statutes and divine precepts.
And Certainly, the Lord will not judge them to be good subject's unto his Majesty, that deal so contemptuously with his holy statutes and divine Precepts.
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he will say to them at the last day, Depart from mee you workers of iniquitie, and then they shall bee beaten with many stripes, because they knew their masters will and did it not.
he will say to them At the last day, Depart from me you workers of iniquity, and then they shall be beaten with many stripes, Because they knew their Masters will and did it not.
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for, To him that hath, it shall be given, and he shall haue abundance, he that makes a good and profitable use of small knowledge, he shall haue the secrets of God more fully revealed unto him, he that will doe his will shall know it, that it is his will by the worke done.
for, To him that hath, it shall be given, and he shall have abundance, he that makes a good and profitable use of small knowledge, he shall have the secrets of God more Fully revealed unto him, he that will do his will shall know it, that it is his will by the work done.
Secondly, Hee that heares the word and doth it shall be sure to hold out constantly, whatsoever stormes and temptations doe arise, he shall be like an house built upon a rocke.
Secondly, He that hears the word and does it shall be sure to hold out constantly, whatsoever storms and temptations do arise, he shall be like an house built upon a rock.
Thirdly and lastly, to conclude many things in one, such shall be sure of all manner of happinesse, according to that of our Saviour, If yee know these things blessed are yee if yee doe them.
Thirdly and lastly, to conclude many things in one, such shall be sure of all manner of happiness, according to that of our Saviour, If ye know these things blessed Are ye if ye do them.
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Now there is another will of God, which is revealed by his providence, and that is concerning crosses and afflictions which either are upon us, or likely to befall us: Now,
Now there is Another will of God, which is revealed by his providence, and that is Concerning Crosses and afflictions which either Are upon us, or likely to befall us: Now,
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That we may quietly and gently submit our selues under his strokes, corrections, and chastisements. This point may be confirmed by sundry reasons, and that both;
That we may quietly and gently submit our selves under his Strokes, corrections, and chastisements. This point may be confirmed by sundry Reasons, and that both;
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First, In regard of the Lord, that layeth his correcting hand upon us, we ought with all humilitie to subject our selues, for he is a just God and doth us no wrong at all:
First, In regard of the Lord, that Layeth his correcting hand upon us, we ought with all humility to Subject our selves, for he is a just God and does us no wrong At all:
And therefore when men come to this, that they cannot put up Sathans injurie or indignitie, that they will not undergoe such a crosse and such a miserie,
And Therefore when men come to this, that they cannot put up Satan's injury or indignity, that they will not undergo such a cross and such a misery,
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even as our Saviour did, when hee was to indure a most shamefull and painefull death, Not my will, but thine be done, (saith he) and when Peter layd about him with his sword, to haue rescued him from them that came to apprehend him, hee rebuked him saying, Put up thy sword into thy sheath, shall I not drinke of the cup which my Father hath given mee? This was a sufficient argument to arme him against all inward terrors,
even as our Saviour did, when he was to endure a most shameful and painful death, Not my will, but thine be done, (Says he) and when Peter laid about him with his sword, to have rescued him from them that Come to apprehend him, he rebuked him saying, Put up thy sword into thy sheath, shall I not drink of the cup which my Father hath given me? This was a sufficient argument to arm him against all inward terrors,
So when Eli heard of fearefull judgements that should fall upon him and his house, he pacifieth his heart with this, It is the Lord, let him doe what seemeth him good.
So when Eli herd of fearful Judgments that should fallen upon him and his house, he pacifieth his heart with this, It is the Lord, let him do what seems him good.
And lastly, good King Hezekiah, hearing that his seed should be carried away captiue, and all that he had be translated unto Babell, he frames his heart unto patience with this meditation, The word of the Lord is good.
And lastly, good King Hezekiah, hearing that his seed should be carried away captive, and all that he had be translated unto Babel, he frames his heart unto patience with this meditation, The word of the Lord is good.
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The Lord will deale with us in that case, as wise earthly Parents use to doe with their children, who will not lay so waightie a burthen upon those that are young and weake,
The Lord will deal with us in that case, as wise earthly Parents use to do with their children, who will not lay so weighty a burden upon those that Are young and weak,
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God is faithfull and will not suffer us to bee tempted aboue that we are able, but will giue his strength unto his servants, that we may be able to beare all whatsoever he imposeth upon us.
God is faithful and will not suffer us to be tempted above that we Are able, but will give his strength unto his Servants, that we may be able to bear all whatsoever he Imposes upon us.
because we consider of them in a carnall manner, not loking (as Paul did) on the things that are not seene, but on the things which are seene for if we did compare our temporary affliction with the eternall joyes of the kingdome of heaven, they would seeme to be of no continuance in comparison thereof.
Because we Consider of them in a carnal manner, not looking (as Paul did) on the things that Are not seen, but on the things which Are seen for if we did compare our temporary affliction with the Eternal Joys of the Kingdom of heaven, they would seem to be of no Continuance in comparison thereof.
Thirdly, we should patiently beare those corrections, that the Lord inflicteth upon us In regard of the benefit of them, viz. that they tend greatly to our profit, that our iniquitie may be thorowly purged, and that our holines may be increased.
Thirdly, we should patiently bear those corrections, that the Lord inflicteth upon us In regard of the benefit of them, viz. that they tend greatly to our profit, that our iniquity may be thoroughly purged, and that our holiness may be increased.
Thus we see in regard of the nature quality, and profitablenesse of the crosses, that God exerciseth his children withall, that there is great reason that they should say, Thy will be done. Lastly, In regard of our selves there is just cause, that we should meekly and quietly, submit under his hand:
Thus we see in regard of the nature quality, and profitableness of the Crosses, that God Exerciseth his children withal, that there is great reason that they should say, Thy will be done. Lastly, In regard of our selves there is just cause, that we should meekly and quietly, submit under his hand:
for if they were paid home, in any proportion, as they do deserue, they would be tame enough (through Gods grace) and lay their hands upon their mouthes, as Iob did, judging those afflictions that now they undergoe, to be matters of nothing,
for if they were paid home, in any proportion, as they do deserve, they would be tame enough (through God's grace) and lay their hands upon their mouths, as Job did, judging those afflictions that now they undergo, to be matters of nothing,
for having so corrupt a nature as we haue, what should we doe unlesse we had some meanes to curbe us? we are naturally like wild asses coltes, (as it is said in Iob, ) altogether untractable, unteachable and unseruiceable, till the Lord haue broken our hearts,
for having so corrupt a nature as we have, what should we do unless we had Some means to curb us? we Are naturally like wild asses colts, (as it is said in Job,) altogether untractable, unteachable and unserviceable, till the Lord have broken our hearts,
or scoffe and jest at us, shall we not quickly find a great deale of pride boyling within us? shall wee not requite like for like, taunt for taunt, scoffe for scoffe? if it be thus with us, assuredly wee need all the corrections that lie upon us:
or scoff and jest At us, shall we not quickly find a great deal of pride boiling within us? shall we not requite like for like, taunt for taunt, scoff for scoff? if it be thus with us, assuredly we need all the corrections that lie upon us:
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and then to prepare and arme themselues with patience to take up their crosse, and with contentednesse to beare the same so long as it pleaseth God to continue it upon them.
and then to prepare and arm themselves with patience to take up their cross, and with contentedness to bear the same so long as it Pleases God to continue it upon them.
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but the meaning is, that they should not vexe and fret when they perceiue by good effect that it is the will of the Lord, that they should be thus or thus exercised and tryed.
but the meaning is, that they should not vex and fret when they perceive by good Effect that it is the will of the Lord, that they should be thus or thus exercised and tried.
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A worthy example hereof wee haue in Abraham, the Lord commanded him to sacrifice his owne Sonne for a burnt offering, to kill him, to cut him in peeces, to pull out his entralls (for this was the manner of the burnt offering) to burne all upon the Altar:
A worthy Exampl hereof we have in Abraham, the Lord commanded him to sacrifice his own Son for a burned offering, to kill him, to Cut him in Pieces, to pull out his enthralls (for this was the manner of the burned offering) to burn all upon the Altar:
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Yet notwithstanding, as soone as ever he knew that it was Gods will that he should doe it, hee consulted not with flesh and bloud, but presently set upon the performance of it:
Yet notwithstanding, as soon as ever he knew that it was God's will that he should do it, he consulted not with Flesh and blood, but presently Set upon the performance of it:
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Rose up earely in the morning, made every thing readie that might serue for such a businesse, went unto the place which the Lord appointed, not acquainting wife,
Rose up early in the morning, made every thing ready that might serve for such a business, went unto the place which the Lord appointed, not acquainting wife,
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Yet, he quietly submitted himselfe unto his good pleasure, as knowing that he should get nothing by wrangling with God, which willing and readie submission of his the Lord did so accept, that he sweares by himselfe that hee would greatly blesse him,
Yet, he quietly submitted himself unto his good pleasure, as knowing that he should get nothing by wrangling with God, which willing and ready submission of his the Lord did so accept, that he swears by himself that he would greatly bless him,
and greatly favoured? This is a most intolerable injurie, and such an indignitie as I will never indure, &c. We heare no such words from David, but rather contrarie, If the Lord say thus, I haue no delight in thee,
and greatly favoured? This is a most intolerable injury, and such an indignity as I will never endure, etc. We hear no such words from David, but rather contrary, If the Lord say thus, I have no delight in thee,
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And indeed this argueth that there is much heavenly wisedome in vs, according to that of the Apostle Iames, where exhorting men to patience, (hee saith) If any want wisedome, let him aske it, &c. implying thereby, that when we grow impatient in any distresse, it is not by reason of the greatnesse or multitude of our crosses,
And indeed this argue that there is much heavenly Wisdom in us, according to that of the Apostle James, where exhorting men to patience, (he Says) If any want Wisdom, let him ask it, etc. implying thereby, that when we grow impatient in any distress, it is not by reason of the greatness or multitude of our Crosses,
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and of growth in grace, for within a while we shall either indeed (or in our conceit at least) be as good as those whom wee propose as patterns to be followed.
and of growth in grace, for within a while we shall either indeed (or in our conceit At least) be as good as those whom we propose as patterns to be followed.
First, they obey readily, and faithfully, and humbly. In which regard, the Angels are said to haue winges, to note their swiftnesse, in performing whatsoever is injoyned them, they find such joy and contentment in Gods will, that they doe with much delight undertake and goe through with whatsoever service he calleth them unto,
First, they obey readily, and faithfully, and humbly. In which regard, the Angels Are said to have wings, to note their swiftness, in performing whatsoever is enjoined them, they find such joy and contentment in God's will, that they do with much delight undertake and go through with whatsoever service he calls them unto,
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Herein therefore let us labour to be like unto them, even to be joyfull, and chearfull in the service of God, not as many who will not come unto prayer,
Herein Therefore let us labour to be like unto them, even to be joyful, and cheerful in the service of God, not as many who will not come unto prayer,
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Let us be otherwise minded, and casting a way whatsoever clogs may hinder us, let us chearfully runne the race of christianitie, that is set before us, till we be crowned with happinesse and immortalitie in the heavens.
Let us be otherwise minded, and casting a Way whatsoever clogs may hinder us, let us cheerfully run the raze of christianity, that is Set before us, till we be crowned with happiness and immortality in the heavens.
Thirdly, and lastly, they yeeld obedience in humilitie, casting downe their crownes before the Lords footstoole: And being well content, that he shall haue all the glory, to whom alone it doth appertaine,
Thirdly, and lastly, they yield Obedience in humility, casting down their crowns before the lords footstool: And being well content, that he shall have all the glory, to whom alone it does appertain,
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how much more should wee that are but dust and ashes, abase our selues, and humble our hearts in his presence, acknowledging that of him are al things,
how much more should we that Are but dust and Ashes, abase our selves, and humble our hearts in his presence, acknowledging that of him Are all things,
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and know that God requireth that we should obey him, as the Saints and Angels doe, haue you so little regard of his commandement, that you will rather follow the crooked rule of wicked mens example,
and know that God requires that we should obey him, as the Saints and Angels do, have you so little regard of his Commandment, that you will rather follow the crooked Rule of wicked men's Exampl,
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and therfore we should learne be times to take better wayes, least being altogether unlike the Saints of God here, we be utterly excluded from their company hereafter.
and Therefore we should Learn be times to take better ways, least being altogether unlike the Saints of God Here, we be utterly excluded from their company hereafter.
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The proud Pharisie thought himselfe in very good case, when hee was not like the Publican: but who bad him to make comparison with the Publican? He should haue compared his obedience with that that is performed in heaven,
The proud Pharisee Thought himself in very good case, when he was not like the Publican: but who bade him to make comparison with the Publican? He should have compared his Obedience with that that is performed in heaven,
and surely the most godly that are if they examine their actions by this touch-stone, shall see great cause to cry out with the Publican, Lord be mercifull to me a sinner.
and surely the most godly that Are if they examine their actions by this touchstone, shall see great cause to cry out with the Publican, Lord be merciful to me a sinner.
This being at length shewed, followeth the three last petitions wherin we beg of God things necessarie for our owne good. 1. For our naturall life, in the fourth petition. 2. For our spirituall life, in the two last petitions.
This being At length showed, follows the three last petitions wherein we beg of God things necessary for our own good. 1. For our natural life, in the fourth petition. 2. For our spiritual life, in the two last petitions.
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In the first place wee must know, that by bread we understand all the commodities and comforts of this life, which are needfull for our health and safetie,
In the First place we must know, that by bred we understand all the commodities and comforts of this life, which Are needful for our health and safety,
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Now in that we are to pray Giue us this day our daily bread, that is, food, apparell, &c. In that we must begge these things at Gods hands, the observation is;
Now in that we Are to pray Give us this day our daily bred, that is, food, apparel, etc. In that we must beg these things At God's hands, the observation is;
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This, David (though a King, and such a one as came by that hee had as lawfully as any man in the world) confesseth of him and his people when they had beene so liberall, Who am I &c. It was a great matter that they had abilitie to offer so largely,
This, David (though a King, and such a one as Come by that he had as lawfully as any man in the world) Confesses of him and his people when they had been so liberal, Who am I etc. It was a great matter that they had ability to offer so largely,
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Elisha said unto him, thou shalt see these things, but shalt not tast of them, & he did see them and yet could not eate one morsel, but was trodden under foote.
Elisha said unto him, thou shalt see these things, but shalt not taste of them, & he did see them and yet could not eat one morsel, but was trodden under foot.
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And therefore men had need come unto God be they never so wealthy, because else their wealth will be but poison unto them, rather a meanes to hurt them than to doe them any good,
And Therefore men had needs come unto God be they never so wealthy, Because Else their wealth will be but poison unto them, rather a means to hurt them than to do them any good,
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For Instruction, that therefore before we lay hand of any of the creatures, we pray unto God that he would bestow them on us, and sanctifie them unto us;
For Instruction, that Therefore before we lay hand of any of the creatures, we pray unto God that he would bestow them on us, and sanctify them unto us;
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Secondly, this serues to reproue those, which abuse their wealth to excesse and riot, and pride &c. Who, howsoever in word they come unto God, yet they doe not in deed:
Secondly, this serves to reprove those, which abuse their wealth to excess and riot, and pride etc. Who, howsoever in word they come unto God, yet they do not in deed:
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as God hath ordained, but the great abuse of them to surfet and riot, this doth proue, that howsoever they say they haue these things of God, yet they come by their owne labour, by their wit and industrie.
as God hath ordained, but the great abuse of them to surfeit and riot, this does prove, that howsoever they say they have these things of God, yet they come by their own labour, by their wit and industry.
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Hath he so? yea, cursed is he because he with-draweth his heart from God, and resteth on the arme of flesh, we must first waite on God, and pray unto God, and then assure our hearts he will not faile us:
Hath he so? yea, cursed is he Because he withdraweth his heart from God, and rests on the arm of Flesh, we must First wait on God, and pray unto God, and then assure our hearts he will not fail us:
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neither let us murmure nor repine, because others haue greater plentie then we: for, what is that but to thinke the world beares some sway in the matter,
neither let us murmur nor repine, Because Others have greater plenty then we: for, what is that but to think the world bears Some sway in the matter,
insomuch, that he was a Father to the poore and fatherlesse, and as an husband to the widow, &c. and did not spend that which God gaue him in excesse and riot.
insomuch, that he was a Father to the poor and fatherless, and as an husband to the widow, etc. and did not spend that which God gave him in excess and riot.
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how can they lift their hands unto God, or take this prayer in their mouth, who though they can helpe others yet goe not about it? they say but in hypocrisie Giue us this day our daily bread.
how can they lift their hands unto God, or take this prayer in their Mouth, who though they can help Others yet go not about it? they say but in hypocrisy Give us this day our daily bred.
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Secondly, for singular comfort to all poore people that are honest and godly, certainely it shall goe well with them in this regard, that Gods Saints doe not onely craue of God the things of eternall life for them,
Secondly, for singular Comfort to all poor people that Are honest and godly, Certainly it shall go well with them in this regard, that God's Saints do not only crave of God the things of Eternal life for them,
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And therefore let them make this account, in their doubts and in their feares, (for then is their tryall how they stand upon Gods promises) when they haue no comfort, let them remember that all the Church doth pray for them,
And Therefore let them make this account, in their doubts and in their fears, (for then is their trial how they stand upon God's promises) when they have no Comfort, let them Remember that all the Church does pray for them,
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Let us labour therefore to beleeue that all worldly things are not the worlds gifts, but Gods gifts, and that he is sollicited day and night, when we are a-sleepe,
Let us labour Therefore to believe that all worldly things Are not the world's Gifts, but God's Gifts, and that he is solicited day and night, when we Are asleep,
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as our little children they depend and trust upon us, though indeed, as they grow bigger, they are more full of suspition and of unbeleefe, they doe not desire a dayes provision before hand:
as our little children they depend and trust upon us, though indeed, as they grow bigger, they Are more full of suspicion and of unbelief, they do not desire a days provision before hand:
for, who by caring can adde one cubit to his stature, &c. If one that is of a low stature should say, I will never rest till I am as tall as such a man,
for, who by caring can add one cubit to his stature, etc. If one that is of a low stature should say, I will never rest till I am as tall as such a man,
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Therefore if we haue nothing before hand, but liue all our life as the Israelites did, that at evening we can make an even reckoning with all the world,
Therefore if we have nothing before hand, but live all our life as the Israelites did, that At evening we can make an even reckoning with all the world,
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and therefore they fell out with Moses: but he that will pray in faith must say, Lord giue so much as is needfull for the day, which God will never with-hold:
and Therefore they fell out with Moses: but he that will pray in faith must say, Lord give so much as is needful for the day, which God will never withhold:
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Secondly, because wee come by them by such a meanes as God hath ordained, viz. by labour and diligence in our calling, which is Gods decree, Thou shalt eate thy bread in the sweate of thy face.
Secondly, Because we come by them by such a means as God hath ordained, viz. by labour and diligence in our calling, which is God's Decree, Thou shalt eat thy bred in the sweat of thy face.
And therefore those that haue not remission of sinnes, nor the spirit of God to sanctifie the creatures unto them, they can never pray, Giue us our bread, for if Christ be not ours, nothing is ours,
And Therefore those that have not remission of Sins, nor the Spirit of God to sanctify the creatures unto them, they can never pray, Give us our bred, for if christ be not ours, nothing is ours,
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Secondly, it serues for the overthrow of those that liue idly and unprofitably, they can never say in faith, Giue us our bread: for it is Gods decree that whosoever would eate his owne bread, should eate it in labour:
Secondly, it serves for the overthrow of those that live idly and unprofitably, they can never say in faith, Give us our bred: for it is God's Decree that whosoever would eat his own bred, should eat it in labour:
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and therfore they living in no labour, either of mind or bodie, whereby they might be profitable to the Church or Common-wealth, they can never haue comfort that they eate their owne bread,
and Therefore they living in no labour, either of mind or body, whereby they might be profitable to the Church or Commonwealth, they can never have Comfort that they eat their own bred,
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It is for singular comfort, to those that are the members of Christ, and liue in a calling, they may boldly say, giue me my bread. We would thinke it strange, that he that hath nothing, should say as boldly,
It is for singular Comfort, to those that Are the members of christ, and live in a calling, they may boldly say, give me my bred. We would think it strange, that he that hath nothing, should say as boldly,
then those that haue most and are not in Christ &c. In truth many times, the poorest servant in the family, may better say, giue me my bread &c. then the master of the family, that hath goods and lands and all,
then those that have most and Are not in christ etc. In truth many times, the Poorest servant in the family, may better say, give me my bred etc. then the master of the family, that hath goods and Lands and all,
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First, that God that knowes our estate would giue us a portion fit for us, this is notably expounded where Agur saith, giue me not poverty, nor riches, &c. feed me with food convenient, that is, bread fit for us, viz. that God would giue us such a portion,
First, that God that knows our estate would give us a portion fit for us, this is notably expounded where Agur Says, give me not poverty, nor riches, etc. feed me with food convenient, that is, bred fit for us, viz. that God would give us such a portion,
God knowes they are woefull prodigals, or unjustly miserable stewards of that they haue already, which appeareth by that they are unwilling to goe out of the world,
God knows they Are woeful prodigals, or unjustly miserable Stewards of that they have already, which appears by that they Are unwilling to go out of the world,
AS in the three former petitions we were taught by our Saviour to begge such things as belong to the glorie of God: so in the three latter our Saviour is so mercifull and bountifull to his poore servants, that he teacheth them how to pray for their owne good;
AS in the three former petitions we were taught by our Saviour to beg such things as belong to the glory of God: so in the three latter our Saviour is so merciful and bountiful to his poor Servants, that he Teaches them how to pray for their own good;
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In which respect, our sins are called debts, because they make us miserable debters, and liable to all the punishments of God. [ As we forgiue our debters ] not, that wee can forgiue sinne,
In which respect, our Sins Are called debts, Because they make us miserable debtors, and liable to all the punishments of God. [ As we forgive our debtors ] not, that we can forgive sin,
And Paul an holy man, and one that was throughly converted unto God, saith, When I would doe good, evill is present with me, &c. And Daniell, O Lord, enter not into judgement, &c. Further this proues that we stand in need of forgiuenesse, viz. that manifold afflictions and crosses which are appurtenances of sin doe ever follow us,
And Paul an holy man, and one that was thoroughly converted unto God, Says, When I would do good, evil is present with me, etc. And Daniell, Oh Lord, enter not into judgement, etc. Further this Proves that we stand in need of forgiveness, viz. that manifold afflictions and Crosses which Are appurtenances of since do ever follow us,
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Surely then they need not this prayer, nor to be beholding to God. As likewise to overthrow the practice of the frailer sort, (as they terme them) that goe unto the Priest to forgiue them,
Surely then they need not this prayer, nor to be beholding to God. As likewise to overthrow the practice of the frailer sort, (as they term them) that go unto the Priest to forgive them,
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and drinke, &c. we can be earnest for them, but are not halfe so eager for the remission of our sinnes, whereas we should hunger and thirst after righteousnesse, that is the pardon of our sinnes,
and drink, etc. we can be earnest for them, but Are not half so eager for the remission of our Sins, whereas we should hunger and thirst After righteousness, that is the pardon of our Sins,
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For Instruction; that therefore wee should more desire the pardon of our sinnes, then any other benefit, because its better to want bread for our bodies,
For Instruction; that Therefore we should more desire the pardon of our Sins, then any other benefit, Because its better to want bred for our bodies,
to want meat, the which we may doe without any great hurt, then to want remission of our sinnes, which hardens the heart, and procures many judgements.
to want meat, the which we may do without any great hurt, then to want remission of our Sins, which hardens the heart, and procures many Judgments.
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and therefore the Lord hath put the petition for daily bread before this, because men will say, they hope God will giue them food and rayment, &c. because hee promised it.
and Therefore the Lord hath put the petition for daily bred before this, Because men will say, they hope God will give them food and raiment, etc. Because he promised it.
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Therefore this should strengthen our consolation, that howsoever our sinnes haue beene horrible, yet upon our repentance we may aske forgiuenes of them,
Therefore this should strengthen our consolation, that howsoever our Sins have been horrible, yet upon our Repentance we may ask forgiveness of them,
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Much more are they here to be reproved, that are glad in their hearts to see men fall into sinne, that are so sold unto the devill, and receiue pay from him:
Much more Are they Here to be reproved, that Are glad in their hearts to see men fallen into sin, that Are so sold unto the Devil, and receive pay from him:
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oh they are farre from saying this petition from an upright heart, nay, they rather wish, oh, that men might fall into sinne, and that which they wish to others, might befall themselues:
o they Are Far from saying this petition from an upright heart, nay, they rather wish, o, that men might fallen into sin, and that which they wish to Others, might befall themselves:
and the bodie followes soone after to be tormented together with it. Thirdly, other debts, though they bee great may be recovered, & the creditor be recompensed,
and the body follows soon After to be tormented together with it. Thirdly, other debts, though they be great may be recovered, & the creditor be recompensed,
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No man can satisfie for our sinne but onely the bloud of Christ: and therefore if men doe so feare those arrerages, which their friends and themselues may helpe them out of:
No man can satisfy for our sin but only the blood of christ: and Therefore if men do so Fear those arrearages, which their Friends and themselves may help them out of:
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oh, then how should they feare that woefull debt, which none can satisfie but the bloud of Christ: which if it be not discharged that way, makes them liable to eternall damnation!
o, then how should they Fear that woeful debt, which none can satisfy but the blood of christ: which if it be not discharged that Way, makes them liable to Eternal damnation!
It were a strange matter if a number of writs and attachments should come out against a man to lay hold of him, that by and by he must bee committed to prison,
It were a strange matter if a number of writs and attachments should come out against a man to lay hold of him, that by and by he must be committed to prison,
and if they come not to conversion, he will bring them to confusion, and if they get not their acquittance sealed with the bloud of Christ, he will damne them everlastingly.
and if they come not to conversion, he will bring them to confusion, and if they get not their acquittance sealed with the blood of christ, he will damn them everlastingly.
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If thou hast entred into bond, and given thine hand, having nothing to pay, goe and humble thy selfe, and giue no sleepe to thine eyes, nor slumber till thou bee safe gotten out of it.
If thou hast entered into bound, and given thine hand, having nothing to pay, go and humble thy self, and give no sleep to thine eyes, nor slumber till thou be safe got out of it.
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so are they who are snared by their owne sinnes, and culpable of wickednesse against the living God. If a man were indebted three or foure hundred pounds more then he is worth, we would thinke he had cause to humble himselfe,
so Are they who Are snared by their own Sins, and culpable of wickedness against the living God. If a man were indebted three or foure hundred pounds more then he is worth, we would think he had cause to humble himself,
and that it would never be redeemed by any thing in the world, then would wee not be as carefull to redeeme our bonds with God, as with men? but because men doe not beleeue this,
and that it would never be redeemed by any thing in the world, then would we not be as careful to Redeem our bonds with God, as with men? but Because men do not believe this,
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and therefore this is a just judgement of God upon many, that because they care not how they runne into debt with God, he lets them fall into debt with men;
and Therefore this is a just judgement of God upon many, that Because they care not how they run into debt with God, he lets them fallen into debt with men;
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that they alwayes borrow and never lend, as its threatned, Deut. 28. but if once they could get out of the debt of sinne, get a pardon and be reconciled to God: then its certaine they should be freed from debt unto men,
that they always borrow and never lend, as its threatened, Deuteronomy 28. but if once they could get out of the debt of sin, get a pardon and be reconciled to God: then its certain they should be freed from debt unto men,
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As wee forgiue &c. Not that wee can forgiue sinnes, because no man can satisfie for sinne which is directly against God, and a breach of his righteous law:
As we forgive etc. Not that we can forgive Sins, Because no man can satisfy for sin which is directly against God, and a breach of his righteous law:
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therefore we can never satisfie Gods infinite justice. The meaning therefore is; That wee put away malice and revenge against that man that hath wronged us.
Therefore we can never satisfy God's infinite Justice. The meaning Therefore is; That we put away malice and revenge against that man that hath wronged us.
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Because, then its certaine there is a worke of grace in us, for our flesh is froward and if God had not wrought upon us, we should giue place to wrath and to the devill:
Because, then its certain there is a work of grace in us, for our Flesh is froward and if God had not wrought upon us, we should give place to wrath and to the Devil:
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Further, This is a signe we haue the holy Ghost, because loue is a fruit of it, to loue men as they are the creatures of God, though otherwise sinfull.
Further, This is a Signen we have the holy Ghost, Because love is a fruit of it, to love men as they Are the creatures of God, though otherwise sinful.
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How can these be fit for the Sacrament in this case I pray you? or fit to say the Lords prayer? They would be ashamed not to pray in a quarter of a yeere,
How can these be fit for the Sacrament in this case I pray you? or fit to say the lords prayer? They would be ashamed not to pray in a quarter of a year,
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For singular comfort, seeing this petition is tied with such a bond, therfore whosoever can say, with a true heart, I forgiue, this may bee his comfort, the God of heaven hath said, that hee will forgiue him: And therefor, in Luke, it is said, for even wee forgiue our debters.
For singular Comfort, seeing this petition is tied with such a bound, Therefore whosoever can say, with a true heart, I forgive, this may be his Comfort, the God of heaven hath said, that he will forgive him: And Therefore, in Lycia, it is said, for even we forgive our debtors.
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and if I forgiue, (though I haue no satisfaction) then doe thou forgiue much more, which art fully satisfied in Iesus Christ: and this should maruellously strengthen our soules,
and if I forgive, (though I have no satisfaction) then do thou forgive much more, which art Fully satisfied in Iesus christ: and this should marvellously strengthen our Souls,
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if then wee haue committed great sinnes against the great God, and would haue pardon, and find compassion at his hands to wash us from all our transgressions;
if then we have committed great Sins against the great God, and would have pardon, and find compassion At his hands to wash us from all our transgressions;
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Our ill dealings against men, which is expressed in Ecclesiastes, where hee saith that men should not regard every thing which is told them of their servants.
Our ill dealings against men, which is expressed in Ecclesiastes, where he Says that men should not regard every thing which is told them of their Servants.
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Why, thine owne heart tells thee, that thou hast done much ill to others by craftie bargaining, and cosening &c. But here is a purgation to bring you to repentance for your passions;
Why, thine own heart tells thee, that thou hast done much ill to Others by crafty bargaining, and cosening etc. But Here is a purgation to bring you to Repentance for your passion;
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and three thousand Camels, and fiue hundred yoake of oxen, &c. would not this bring a man into a passion and distemper? Not a whit (if he be wise) Iob knew that it was the just decree of God, he would haue it so:
and three thousand Camels, and fiue hundred yoke of oxen, etc. would not this bring a man into a passion and distemper? Not a whit (if he be wise) Job knew that it was the just Decree of God, he would have it so:
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and hanged on a tree, &c. betweene two theeues as a Traitor, yet he puts up all with this, Shall I not drinke of the cup which my Father hath provided for mee? He did not looke to Iudas, nor to the false Iewes, but unto God: so that when men storme and fret it is for want of consideration of these things,
and hanged on a tree, etc. between two thieves as a Traitor, yet he puts up all with this, Shall I not drink of the cup which my Father hath provided for me? He did not look to Iudas, nor to the false Iewes, but unto God: so that when men storm and fret it is for want of consideration of these things,
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FIrst for the Coherence, in that our Saviour having taught us to pray for remission of sinnes, now teacheth us to pray for sanctification, and for grace and vertue to bee kept from the power of sinne and Sathan. The point is. That,
First for the Coherence, in that our Saviour having taught us to pray for remission of Sins, now Teaches us to pray for sanctification, and for grace and virtue to be kept from the power of sin and Sathan. The point is. That,
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so that having apprehended the remission of his sinnes, he labours to be delivered from the corruptions of his heart, that he might not fall into the like mischeife againe.
so that having apprehended the remission of his Sins, he labours to be Delivered from the corruptions of his heart, that he might not fallen into the like mischief again.
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and therefore he is the more violent against us with horrible temptations, to overthrow us. And then likewise our flesh beginnes to stirre more, to bee more unrulie and strong,
and Therefore he is the more violent against us with horrible temptations, to overthrow us. And then likewise our Flesh begins to stir more, to be more unruly and strong,
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for, to desire pardon for that which is past with teares and sorrow, is but to make God an earthly Father, as our children will say, forgiue me and I will doe so no more:
for, to desire pardon for that which is passed with tears and sorrow, is but to make God an earthly Father, as our children will say, forgive me and I will do so no more:
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and their corruptions, they may be sure that they haue remission of their sinnes, since they haue the effect thereof, viz. to be instant for sanctification, as Paul saith, before the law came hee was aliue, but when Ananias was sent unto him to wash away his sinnes by baptisme,
and their corruptions, they may be sure that they have remission of their Sins, since they have the Effect thereof, viz. to be instant for sanctification, as Paul Says, before the law Come he was alive, but when Ananias was sent unto him to wash away his Sins by Baptism,
and the Lord had assured his conscience of the remission of them, then all his woe was for want of sanctification &c. The evill that I would not, that doe I, &c. O miserable man that I am, who shall deliver me from this bodie of death? Say not then, I doubt I shall not overcome these infirmities, hath not God bid you pray for sanctification, as well as for justification? and hath not he promised that he will write his lawes in your hearts as well as to wash you from all your filthinesse? therefore be instant in time,
and the Lord had assured his conscience of the remission of them, then all his woe was for want of sanctification etc. The evil that I would not, that do I, etc. O miserable man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? Say not then, I doubt I shall not overcome these infirmities, hath not God bid you pray for sanctification, as well as for justification? and hath not he promised that he will write his laws in your hearts as well as to wash you from all your filthiness? Therefore be instant in time,
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And lead us not &c. Christ would haue us to use those termes, and not as some doe, Let us not be led, &c. but [ lead us not ] or carry us not, &c. Whence obserue. That,
And led us not etc. christ would have us to use those terms, and not as Some do, Let us not be led, etc. but [ led us not ] or carry us not, etc. Whence observe. That,
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so that what can he doe, but that which God appoints him? So we see, there were a Legion of devils in a poore man, which Christ cast out, who be sought him, that he would send them into the heard of swine, &c. Though they were but swine,
so that what can he do, but that which God appoints him? So we see, there were a Legion of Devils in a poor man, which christ cast out, who be sought him, that he would send them into the herd of Swine, etc. Though they were but Swine,
they could not haue gone, and therefore they pray Christ to send them, and if they cannot touch one swine, much lesse any servant of God, man or woman whosoever.
they could not have gone, and Therefore they pray christ to send them, and if they cannot touch one Swine, much less any servant of God, man or woman whosoever.
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So God tells the Church of Smyrna, that the Devill should cast some of them into prison for tenne dayes, before the Devill dealt with them, God set him downe what he should doe,
So God tells the Church of Smyrna, that the devil should cast Some of them into prison for tenne days, before the devil dealt with them, God Set him down what he should do,
for hee is never wearie of doing mischiefe, and hee is of such impudencie, that he is never ashamed and therefore its said, when he had finished all his temptations, &c. that is,
for he is never weary of doing mischief, and he is of such impudency, that he is never ashamed and Therefore its said, when he had finished all his temptations, etc. that is,
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but, if our affection to the word doe decay, and dulnesse creepe upon us, then are we neere to be led into temptation. It is said of the Iewes, as when they would not hearken unto Gods voice,
but, if our affection to the word do decay, and dulness creep upon us, then Are we near to be led into temptation. It is said of the Iewes, as when they would not harken unto God's voice,
Secondly, we are taught hereby, to take heed of securitie and confidence in earthly things, for if we trust in any thing in this world, wee shall grow secure and carelesie,
Secondly, we Are taught hereby, to take heed of security and confidence in earthly things, for if we trust in any thing in this world, we shall grow secure and carelesie,
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and then we shall not walke in feare and trembling, but in a fleshly boldnesse, after which the next neives is, that our inward sinnes are punished with outward sinnes:
and then we shall not walk in Fear and trembling, but in a fleshly boldness, After which the next neives is, that our inward Sins Are punished with outward Sins:
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If he had said, Lord thou hast seene more in me then I see in my selfe, indeed it is in my nature to deny thee, strengthen me that I may not, &c. then he had beene safe,
If he had said, Lord thou hast seen more in me then I see in my self, indeed it is in my nature to deny thee, strengthen me that I may not, etc. then he had been safe,
but after the resurrection, Christ comes unto him, and askes him, Peter lovest thou mee more then these? as though he should say, Peter you made your bragges that you had more loue to me,
but After the resurrection, christ comes unto him, and asks him, Peter Lovest thou me more then these? as though he should say, Peter you made your brags that you had more love to me,
if a man should haue asked Peter before he had fallen, you say you will never forsake your master, where I pray you haue you this strength? from your selfe,
if a man should have asked Peter before he had fallen, you say you will never forsake your master, where I pray you have you this strength? from your self,
But when men come to this bragging and boasting, then the next newes, and the best newes for them is, that they fall into some grosse sinne to waken them:
But when men come to this bragging and boasting, then the next news, and the best news for them is, that they fallen into Some gross sin to waken them:
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as we see in a Lethargie, which is a kind of falling sicknesse, that brings men into a great slumber, the best way that Physitions can take, is to giue them receipts that may cast them into a pestilent burning fever,
as we see in a Lethargy, which is a kind of falling sickness, that brings men into a great slumber, the best Way that Physicians can take, is to give them receipts that may cast them into a pestilent burning fever,
that so they may fall into some grosse sinne, and consequently into shame and sorrow, into anguish and feare, that every body may rebuke them, which is their best medicine,
that so they may fallen into Some gross sin, and consequently into shame and sorrow, into anguish and Fear, that every body may rebuke them, which is their best medicine,
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and walke in humilitie and feare, and not trust on riches, nor strength, nor any earthly thing, those would be the best preservatiues to keepe us from temptation.
and walk in humility and Fear, and not trust on riches, nor strength, nor any earthly thing, those would be the best preservatives to keep us from temptation.
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But here may arise a question, how this can goe currant, that God should lead us into temptatition, since its said, that God tempteth no man, and a reason is added, because he himselfe cannot be tempted? one wicked man tempts another,
But Here may arise a question, how this can go currant, that God should led us into temptatition, since its said, that God tempts no man, and a reason is added, Because he himself cannot be tempted? one wicked man tempts Another,
then hee shewes his traiterous heart, and none could haue given more beastly and pernicious counsell against David then he did, whereby he purchased to himselfe shame and destruction.
then he shows his traitorous heart, and none could have given more beastly and pernicious counsel against David then he did, whereby he purchased to himself shame and destruction.
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Our reason is enmitie against God, our affections are unruly, the flesh lusteth against the spirit, and the spirit against the flesh, so that there is continuall warres betwixt them,
Our reason is enmity against God, our affections Are unruly, the Flesh Lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the Flesh, so that there is continual wars betwixt them,
O no, If they knew how weake they are, they would never be so ventrous, David when he gaue liberty to his eyes, what became of it? did he not sinne woefully? so Achan and Eue when they gaue liberty to their eyes,
O no, If they knew how weak they Are, they would never be so venturous, David when he gave liberty to his eyes, what became of it? did he not sin woefully? so achan and Eve when they gave liberty to their eyes,
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for thus Christ and Paul were mightily and sorely tempted and therefore (as Iames saith) We should count it exceeding joy when wee fall into divers temptations, because they try our faith, and worke patience;
for thus christ and Paul were mightily and sorely tempted and Therefore (as James Says) We should count it exceeding joy when we fallen into diverse temptations, Because they try our faith, and work patience;
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Sinne is the greatest evill, under which all other evils may bee comprehended, this once removed, the loving countenance of God shineth full of mercie and consolation:
Sin is the greatest evil, under which all other evils may be comprehended, this once removed, the loving countenance of God shines full of mercy and consolation:
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WEE heard out of the former words, what is the first part of perfect prayer, viz. Petition. In these words followes the second part to be spoken of, which is Thankesgiving, containing, a reason why the former petitions should be graunted. Wherein we are to obserue.
we herd out of the former words, what is the First part of perfect prayer, viz. Petition. In these words follows the second part to be spoken of, which is Thanksgiving, containing, a reason why the former petitions should be granted. Wherein we Are to observe.
Secondly, A confession of the certaintie of faith, for the obtaining of the things asked, which is implyed in the word Amen: which is as much as to say, So it is, I haue intreated such things of the Lord,
Secondly, A Confessi of the certainty of faith, for the obtaining of the things asked, which is employed in the word Amen: which is as much as to say, So it is, I have entreated such things of the Lord,
First, In that our Saviour doth annexe this reason in the conclusion of this Prayer, for thine is the Kingdome, that is, thou hast soveraigne authoritie over all;
First, In that our Saviour does annex this reason in the conclusion of this Prayer, for thine is the Kingdom, that is, thou hast sovereign Authority over all;
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Moses, when he made suite for the Israelites. Nehemiah and Daniel, when they humbled themselues for their owne and others offences, did use many and unanswerable arguments,
Moses, when he made suit for the Israelites. Nehemiah and daniel, when they humbled themselves for their own and Others offences, did use many and unanswerable Arguments,
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The use of which might haue beene, for the humbling and confounding of all ignorant persons, whose prayers are grounded upon no reasons at all, especially such as doe not understand what they say,
The use of which might have been, for the humbling and confounding of all ignorant Persons, whose Prayers Are grounded upon no Reasons At all, especially such as do not understand what they say,
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And furthermore, It might instruct the servants of God, to striue so to be acquainted with the word and workes of God, and with the name of God, that they may be able in their prayers to wrestle with the Lord, or rather with their owne unbeliefe, by bringing undeniable arguments why their suites and supplications must needs be graunted.
And furthermore, It might instruct the Servants of God, to strive so to be acquainted with the word and works of God, and with the name of God, that they may be able in their Prayers to wrestle with the Lord, or rather with their own unbelief, by bringing undeniable Arguments why their suits and supplications must needs be granted.
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Where the holy Ghost meeteth with our corruption, and aptnesse to omit this duty, by binding us constantly unto the performance thereof at all times, and in all things:
Where the holy Ghost meeteth with our corruption, and aptness to omit this duty, by binding us constantly unto the performance thereof At all times, and in all things:
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this was practized by David for besides that many of his Psalmes doe consist wholy of thanksgiving, we may obserue in sundrie others, that albeit he beginneth with complaints,
this was practised by David for beside that many of his Psalms do consist wholly of thanksgiving, we may observe in sundry Others, that albeit he begins with complaints,
and cries, yet before he makes an end, he breaketh forth into the praises of the Lord. So did Paul and Silas, even when they had beene greevously whipt being in the dungeon, and in the stockes:
and cries, yet before he makes an end, he breaks forth into the praises of the Lord. So did Paul and Silas, even when they had been grievously whipped being in the dungeon, and in the stocks:
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The scripture is plentifull in examples of this kinde, therefore I will not heape together any more, the point being very cleere and perspicuous, onely, let us consider of some reasons that may induce us to the practice of this holy duty.
The scripture is plentiful in Examples of this kind, Therefore I will not heap together any more, the point being very clear and perspicuous, only, let us Consider of Some Reasons that may induce us to the practice of this holy duty.
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The excllencie thereof, doth appeare in this, that the holy Angels of God, and the soules of just and perfect men in heaven, are continually exercised herein and therefore by the performance thereof wee shall be made most like unto them.
The excllencie thereof, does appear in this, that the holy Angels of God, and the Souls of just and perfect men in heaven, Are continually exercised herein and Therefore by the performance thereof we shall be made most like unto them.
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Then for the acceptablenesse of it, let us hearken what the Lord himselfe saith, he that offereth praise glorifieth me, a man may offer requests unto the Lord and not honour him,
Then for the acceptableness of it, let us harken what the Lord himself Says, he that Offereth praise Glorifieth me, a man may offer requests unto the Lord and not honour him,
but he that offereth the sacrifice of praise must needs glorifie God, because that proceedeth from a free and loving heart, which is touched with a liuely sence and feeling of Gods loving kindnes and mercifull goodnes.
but he that Offereth the sacrifice of praise must needs Glorify God, Because that Proceedeth from a free and loving heart, which is touched with a lively sense and feeling of God's loving kindness and merciful Goodness.
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For even, in the midst of our crosses, wee enjoy innumerable blessings, corporall, and spirituall, the Lord in iudgement remembers mercy. And those very afflictions which come neerest us, are sent in mercy, he never layes more upon us then we need,
For even, in the midst of our Crosses, we enjoy innumerable blessings, corporal, and spiritual, the Lord in judgement remembers mercy. And those very afflictions which come nearest us, Are sent in mercy, he never lays more upon us then we need,
And in our greatest extremities he is with us, to strengthen us, to uphold us, to direct us, to sanctifie our troubles unto us, to giue us patience under them, a good use of them,
And in our greatest extremities he is with us, to strengthen us, to uphold us, to Direct us, to sanctify our Troubles unto us, to give us patience under them, a good use of them,
It must needs adde strength unto our faith, and life unto our prayers, as being assured, that hee that hath once loved us, will ever loue us, and deale graciously with us:
It must needs add strength unto our faith, and life unto our Prayers, as being assured, that he that hath once loved us, will ever love us, and deal graciously with us:
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Againe, This maketh for the just reproofe of them that are so farre from thankfulnesse in all estates, that they are alwayes whining, and murmuring under their crosses:
Again, This makes for the just reproof of them that Are so Far from thankfulness in all estates, that they Are always whining, and murmuring under their Crosses:
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what doth their continuall complaining imply, but that the Lord is an ill governour, and that he affoords them not matter and occasion of praising his name,
what does their continual complaining imply, but that the Lord is an ill governor, and that he affords them not matter and occasion of praising his name,
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but crosses, crosses, doe we not enjoy manifold benefits together with our crosses? and if the Lord strippe us of outward things, doe the inward consolations of God seeme small unto us? Is it not worth thankes that wee are of the number of those that are elected, that are called, that are justified, that are sanctified, and shall within a while be crowned,
but Crosses, Crosses, do we not enjoy manifold benefits together with our Crosses? and if the Lord strip us of outward things, do the inward consolations of God seem small unto us? Is it not worth thanks that we Are of the number of those that Are elected, that Are called, that Are justified, that Are sanctified, and shall within a while be crowned,
and therefore when the Prophet David stirreth up his soule to praise the Lord for all his benefits, he placeth this in the fore-front, Which forgiveth all thine iniquities:
and Therefore when the Prophet David stirs up his soul to praise the Lord for all his benefits, he places this in the forefront, Which forgiveth all thine iniquities:
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Thirdly, he that would be able to praise God with a joyfull heart and chearefull lippes, must often and earnestly meditate on his promises, both for temporall and spirituall good things:
Thirdly, he that would be able to praise God with a joyful heart and cheerful lips, must often and earnestly meditate on his promises, both for temporal and spiritual good things:
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in the meditation whereof, we must labour to haue our hearts so affected, that wee may rejoyce in the Lord because of his word, as the Prophet did, that so having a joyfull heart, wee may also haue a thankefull heart, which two indeed doe alwayes goe together.
in the meditation whereof, we must labour to have our hearts so affected, that we may rejoice in the Lord Because of his word, as the Prophet did, that so having a joyful heart, we may also have a thankful heart, which two indeed doe always go together.
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What, not Gods words? If we should haue but the royall word of the King, promising us in our distresses that hee would discharge our debts, relieue our wants,
What, not God's words? If we should have but the royal word of the King, promising us in our Distresses that he would discharge our debts, relieve our Wants,
and provide plentifully for us and ours, would we not see matter of rejoycing therein? How much more then (if we had the eyes of our mindes truely enlightned) should we see cause of rejoycing in the royall promises of the King of heaven, whose words are all pure words, who is not as man, that he should lie, or as the sonnes of men, that he should alter and change, but will certainely fulfill indeed whatsoever good things he hath promised in his word, whose promises are as good in winter as in summer:
and provide plentifully for us and ours, would we not see matter of rejoicing therein? How much more then (if we had the eyes of our minds truly enlightened) should we see cause of rejoicing in the royal promises of the King of heaven, whose words Are all pure words, who is not as man, that he should lie, or as the Sons of men, that he should altar and change, but will Certainly fulfil indeed whatsoever good things he hath promised in his word, whose promises Are as good in winter as in summer:
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And as we must often exercise our thoughts upon the promises of God, so must we also upon his mercies past, present, and to come, we must consider what great favour and loue hee hath borne towards us before we were borne, againe since we were borne, especially since we were borne againe.
And as we must often exercise our thoughts upon the promises of God, so must we also upon his Mercies past, present, and to come, we must Consider what great favour and love he hath born towards us before we were born, again since we were born, especially since we were born again.
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Neither must we stay here, but must raise our hearts aboue the earth, and seriously ponder upon that blessed estate, which we shall at length come unto:
Neither must we stay Here, but must raise our hearts above the earth, and seriously ponder upon that blessed estate, which we shall At length come unto:
when we haue put off the image of the first Adam, and haue put on the image of the second Adam; when wee shall lay downe these our earthly Tabernacles, that wee may be made like unto the Sonne of God in glorie, which being duely thought of, will so affect our hearts with joy, that though we should liue in all manner of miseries,
when we have put off the image of the First Adam, and have put on the image of the second Adam; when we shall lay down these our earthly Tabernacles, that we may be made like unto the Son of God in glory, which being duly Thought of, will so affect our hearts with joy, that though we should live in all manner of misery's,
and that from the day of our birth, unto the houre of our death, they would all seeme very light in comparison of our future happinesse and blessednesse:
and that from the day of our birth, unto the hour of our death, they would all seem very Light in comparison of our future happiness and blessedness:
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For, thine is the Kingdome, &c. Hence ariseth this observation for our instruction. That; God is the onely absolute and Soveraigne King over all the whole world.
For, thine is the Kingdom, etc. Hence arises this observation for our instruction. That; God is the only absolute and Sovereign King over all the Whole world.
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And the like doth Nebuchadnezer, after that Daniel had told him his dreame and the interpretation thereof, Your God (saith he) is the God of Gods, and the Lord of Kings:
And the like does Nebuchadnezzar, After that daniel had told him his dream and the Interpretation thereof, Your God (Says he) is the God of God's, and the Lord of Kings:
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or blacke that was before white, the most that they can doe, is to performe the office of nursing Fathers to bring up such as are committed to their charge:
or black that was before white, the most that they can do, is to perform the office of nursing Father's to bring up such as Are committed to their charge:
Their hearts are in his hands, and he frameth them as hee thinkes best: all their actions are ordered by him, though the sinfulnesse of them be from themselues.
Their hearts Are in his hands, and he frameth them as he thinks best: all their actions Are ordered by him, though the sinfulness of them be from themselves.
And lastly, the successe of their action is disposed of by his providence, The horse is prepared against the day of battell, (sayth Solomon ) but salvation commeth of the Lord.
And lastly, the success of their actium is disposed of by his providence, The horse is prepared against the day of battle, (say Solomon) but salvation comes of the Lord.
Fourthly, he will call all the Kings of the earth to a reckoning, for that which they doe in their bodies whether good or evil For they are more strictly tyed to bee accountable unto the Lord, for all their thoughts, words,
Fourthly, he will call all the Kings of the earth to a reckoning, for that which they do in their bodies whither good or evil For they Are more strictly tied to be accountable unto the Lord, for all their thoughts, words,
Feare not them that can kill the bodie, (sayth our Saviour) but feare him that is able to cast both body and soule into hell fire for ever, And shew forth this your feare, by eschewing all manner of sinnes, whereby the eyes of his glory may be provoked.
fear not them that can kill the body, (say our Saviour) but Fear him that is able to cast both body and soul into hell fire for ever, And show forth this your Fear, by Eschewing all manner of Sins, whereby the eyes of his glory may be provoked.
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how much more fearefull should we be of offending the Majestie of the King of Kings, whose anger is a consuming fire, that burneth to the very bottome of hell:
how much more fearful should we be of offending the Majesty of the King of Kings, whose anger is a consuming fire, that burns to the very bottom of hell:
Neither shall one of his subjects forestall another, but though many hundred thousands haue sped exceeding well before us, wee shall fare never the worse,
Neither shall one of his subject's forestall Another, but though many hundred thousands have sped exceeding well before us, we shall fare never the Worse,
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Would we then faine get true honour and promotion? oh, then let us seeke his favour and his face evermore, who is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, and can make us in all respects truly honourable both in his owne sight and in the eyes of men and Angels.
Would we then feign get true honour and promotion? o, then let us seek his favour and his face evermore, who is the King of Kings and Lord of lords, and can make us in all respects truly honourable both in his own sighed and in the eyes of men and Angels.
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If we would haue good things effected by any that are in authoritie, let us beseech the Lord, to perswade and incline the hearts of his officers thereunto, to stirre them up to the performance of those services, which may make most for the glory of his Name,
If we would have good things effected by any that Are in Authority, let us beseech the Lord, to persuade and incline the hearts of his Officers thereunto, to stir them up to the performance of those services, which may make most for the glory of his Name,
sithence all Authoritie is in Gods hand, let us obey them that are set over us, be they never so meane, as farre as they command things that are lawfull and warrantable:
since all authority is in God's hand, let us obey them that Are Set over us, be they never so mean, as Far as they command things that Are lawful and warrantable:
and when hee shall visit mee? what shall I answer? hee that made mee in the wombe, hath hee not made him, hath not hee alone fashioned us in the wombe? Hereby did Iob shew, that hee beleeved that all his preheminence,
and when he shall visit me? what shall I answer? he that made me in the womb, hath he not made him, hath not he alone fashioned us in the womb? Hereby did Job show, that he believed that all his pre-eminence,
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whereas those that use their authoritie to tyrannie and oppresse their inferiors, howsoever in word they say, Thine is the Kingdome yet they shew in deede, that it is but from the teeth outwardly, that they acknowledge so much:
whereas those that use their Authority to tyranny and oppress their inferiors, howsoever in word they say, Thine is the Kingdom yet they show in deed, that it is but from the teeth outwardly, that they acknowledge so much:
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so in another place the same Prophet magnifieth the Name of God, saying Thine O Lord is greatnesse and power, &c. This will evidently appeare if we consider these reasons.
so in Another place the same Prophet magnifieth the Name of God, saying Thine O Lord is greatness and power, etc. This will evidently appear if we Consider these Reasons.
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Thirdly, this is evident, in that he restraineth the strongest creatures, viz the Devill and his Angels, so that albeit they be full of malice and outrage,
Thirdly, this is evident, in that he restraineth the Strongest creatures, videlicet the devil and his Angels, so that albeit they be full of malice and outrage,
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Even as the rich man in the Gospel, who seeing that riches did plentifully flow in upon him, said unto his soule, Soule, thou hast much goods laid up for many years, and what of that? therefore, liue at ease, eate, drinke, and take thy pastime:
Even as the rich man in the Gospel, who seeing that riches did plentifully flow in upon him, said unto his soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many Years, and what of that? Therefore, live At ease, eat, drink, and take thy pastime:
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Yet was this Davids errour also, (albeit otherwise an holy and faithfull servant of God ) who in his prosperitie said, I shall never be cast downe: but the Lord made him know, that all power is his,
Yet was this Davids error also, (albeit otherwise an holy and faithful servant of God) who in his Prosperity said, I shall never be cast down: but the Lord made him know, that all power is his,
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The like corruption is reproved and punished in the Prince of Samaria, who when Elisha the Prophet foretold from the mouth of the Lord, that notwithstanding the extreame famine that was now among them, by to morrow that time, there should be great plentie and abundance of corne and all needfull provision:
The like corruption is reproved and punished in the Prince of Samaria, who when Elisha the Prophet foretold from the Mouth of the Lord, that notwithstanding the extreme famine that was now among them, by to morrow that time, there should be great plenty and abundance of corn and all needful provision:
he answered the man of God and said, Though the Lord should make windowes in the heaven (as he did in the dayes of Noah) could this thing come to passe? But what saith the Prophet? Thou shalt see it with thine eyes, but shalt not eate thereof:
he answered the man of God and said, Though the Lord should make windows in the heaven (as he did in the days of Noah) could this thing come to pass? But what Says the Prophet? Thou shalt see it with thine eyes, but shalt not eat thereof:
But what unbeliefe is this, to be more afraid of the creature, then of the Creator? What if all the Potentates in the earth should oppose themselues against us? are we any whit the lesse safe? no surely,
But what unbelief is this, to be more afraid of the creature, then of the Creator? What if all the Potentates in the earth should oppose themselves against us? Are we any whit the less safe? no surely,
In which place the Lord findeth fault with them and sharpely checketh them, for that notwithstanding all his comfortable promises made unto them, they were still heavie hearted, dull,
In which place the Lord finds fault with them and sharply checketh them, for that notwithstanding all his comfortable promises made unto them, they were still heavy hearted, dull,
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Here then is this immoderate feare of men to be condemned, especially, when it causeth men to faile of their duty, either wholy or in part, that dare not be so forward in Religion as they would be,
Here then is this immoderate Fear of men to be condemned, especially, when it Causes men to fail of their duty, either wholly or in part, that Dare not be so forward in Religion as they would be,
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that is a grievous sinne, and it causeth them in whom it raigneth, to be rancked in the very fore-front of that hellish rabble mentioned Revelation 21. 8. where the holy Ghost speaketh thus;
that is a grievous sin, and it Causes them in whom it Reigneth, to be ranked in the very forefront of that hellish rabble mentioned Revelation 21. 8. where the holy Ghost speaks thus;
And therfore in all these, and the like things, let us with thankfulnes, take knowledge of his loue, that doth so many and sundry wayes convay his power and uertue unto us.
And Therefore in all these, and the like things, let us with thankfulness, take knowledge of his love, that does so many and sundry ways convey his power and virtue unto us.
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unto the Israelites. It is the Lord which giueth thee power to get substance. And concerning duties of Religion, wee haue no power to repent, to beleeue, to pray,
unto the Israelites. It is the Lord which gives thee power to get substance. And Concerning duties of Religion, we have no power to Repent, to believe, to pray,
or to doe any other service, but God must draw us before wee can runne after him. And hee it is that must worke in us, both to will and to performe, of his owne good pleasure;
or to do any other service, but God must draw us before we can run After him. And he it is that must work in us, both to will and to perform, of his own good pleasure;
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and experience whereof, should bee a forcible motiue, to draw us neerer unto the Lord, and to make us frame our hearts to acknowledge that power is his,
and experience whereof, should be a forcible motive, to draw us nearer unto the Lord, and to make us frame our hearts to acknowledge that power is his,
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Therefore was it, that the Apostle Paul did not despaire of the conversion of the Iewes, notwithstanding their exceeding great obstinacie, and unbeleefe:
Therefore was it, that the Apostle Paul did not despair of the conversion of the Iewes, notwithstanding their exceeding great obstinacy, and unbelief:
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and hee knowes every one of their wants, and is bound by Promise and Covenant, and Oath, to doe that which hee seeth to bee for their greatest good and comfort.
and he knows every one of their Wants, and is bound by Promise and Covenant, and Oath, to do that which he sees to be for their greatest good and Comfort.
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Oh but there are many, and mighty enemies (will some say) that oppose themselues against the sheepe of Christ, and seeke by all meanes to make a pray of them.
O but there Are many, and mighty enemies (will Some say) that oppose themselves against the sheep of christ, and seek by all means to make a prey of them.
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And by his almightie power, preserue those that are his Elect, unto everlasting glory and happinesse in the heavens. So much for this point. It followeth.
And by his almighty power, preserve those that Are his Elect, unto everlasting glory and happiness in the heavens. So much for this point. It follows.
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If a man build a goodly house, others doe commonly repaire the same, and so they haue the praise of the reparation, the builder onely of the making thereof:
If a man built a goodly house, Others do commonly repair the same, and so they have the praise of the reparation, the builder only of the making thereof:
and therefore the Apostle in the place last alleadged, doth conclude thus, Of him, and through him are all things, (and withall) for him, that is, for his honour, and therefore hee inferreth, to him bee glorie for ever, Amen.
and Therefore the Apostle in the place last alleged, does conclude thus, Of him, and through him Are all things, (and withal) for him, that is, for his honour, and Therefore he infers, to him be glory for ever, Amen.
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A second reason is, because there is in God the perfection of good things, Hee is holy in all his wayes, yea holinesse it selfe, good unto all his creatures, yea goodnesse it selfe, &c. and whatsoever goodnesse or holinesse is in men, or Angels proceedeth from him:
A second reason is, Because there is in God the perfection of good things, He is holy in all his ways, yea holiness it self, good unto all his creatures, yea Goodness it self, etc. and whatsoever Goodness or holiness is in men, or Angels Proceedeth from him:
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For if they did, they would never take vaine-glory to themselues, yet that is the folly of many, especially such as haue Sycophants at their elbowes, to magnifie them in all that they speake, or doe.
For if they did, they would never take vainglory to themselves, yet that is the folly of many, especially such as have sycophants At their elbows, to magnify them in all that they speak, or do.
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Secondly, For Instruction, that wee should use all Gods gifts and benefits for the greatest advantage of his glory and honor, which should be the end of all our life, of all our thoughts, words,
Secondly, For Instruction, that we should use all God's Gifts and benefits for the greatest advantage of his glory and honour, which should be the end of all our life, of all our thoughts, words,
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and workes, that wee might procure praise unto our Creator and Preserver, according to that, 1 Cor. 10. 31. Whatsoever yee doe, doe all to the glory of God.
and works, that we might procure praise unto our Creator and Preserver, according to that, 1 Cor. 10. 31. Whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
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but seeing that none haue interest therein, but they on whom the Lord bestoweth it, assuredly, they that are the godliest men, shall be the honourablest men,
but seeing that none have Interest therein, but they on whom the Lord bestoweth it, assuredly, they that Are the Godliest men, shall be the Most honorable men,
of glorie resteth upon them, and they are still translated from glorie to glorie, 2 Cor. 3. 18. And as for the life to come, they shall be then crowned with everlasting glorie.
of glory rests upon them, and they Are still translated from glory to glory, 2 Cor. 3. 18. And as for the life to come, they shall be then crowned with everlasting glory.
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The meaning hereof is, that whatsoever in the words before is attributed unto God, doth alwayes belong unto him, his Kingdome is an everlasting Kingdome, Dan. 3. 33. Then for his power, he was full of power before the world was,
The meaning hereof is, that whatsoever in the words before is attributed unto God, does always belong unto him, his Kingdom is an everlasting Kingdom, Dan. 3. 33. Then for his power, he was full of power before the world was,
This is proved, Deut. 33. 27. The eternall God is thy refuge from aboue, and underneath are the everlasting armes, &c. Whence it is plaine, that God is eternall in himselfe,
This is proved, Deuteronomy 33. 27. The Eternal God is thy refuge from above, and underneath Are the everlasting arms, etc. Whence it is plain, that God is Eternal in himself,
The like may be said of his election, that he hath chosen us before the foundation of the world, which election is a fruit of his loue which is eternall.
The like may be said of his election, that he hath chosen us before the Foundation of the world, which election is a fruit of his love which is Eternal.
All things in him are unchangeable, With him is no variablenesse, nor shadow by turning. Thirdly, his rewards are everlasting, both to the wicked and godly.
All things in him Are unchangeable, With him is no variableness, nor shadow by turning. Thirdly, his rewards Are everlasting, both to the wicked and godly.
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and shew the fruites of his Power, and Iustice, and Truth eternally; It must needs necessarily follow, that his Power, Iustice, and Truth are eternall.
and show the fruits of his Power, and justice, and Truth eternally; It must needs necessarily follow, that his Power, justice, and Truth Are Eternal.
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The like may be said of the riches of his mercie towards his Elect, who shall at the last day enjoy an inheritance immortall and undefiled, that fadeth not, reserved for them in the heavens, which is else-where termed eternall life. Which serveth,
The like may be said of the riches of his mercy towards his Elect, who shall At the last day enjoy an inheritance immortal and undefiled, that fades not, reserved for them in the heavens, which is elsewhere termed Eternal life. Which serves,
and that liue and die in their wicked courses, neuer bewailing them nor truly repenting for them? They shall come before such a Iudge as liues for ever, to power out the vialls of his wrath upon them and to torment, them in fire and brimstone for evermore.
and that live and die in their wicked courses, never bewailing them nor truly repenting for them? They shall come before such a Judge as lives for ever, to power out the vials of his wrath upon them and to torment, them in fire and brimstone for evermore.
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so is his displeasure against those, that provoke him, and his indignation being kindled, will be like a river of Brimstone, which shall burne for ever, through the breath of his nostrels.
so is his displeasure against those, that provoke him, and his Indignation being kindled, will be like a river of Brimstone, which shall burn for ever, through the breath of his nostrils.
then here is matter of singular consolation for the Elect of God: for nothing shall hinder their salvation, seeing that the Lord loveth them with an unchangeable loue, it is said of our loue towards him, that much water cannot quench it,
then Here is matter of singular consolation for the Elect of God: for nothing shall hinder their salvation, seeing that the Lord loves them with an unchangeable love, it is said of our love towards him, that much water cannot quench it,
nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the loue of God which is in Christ Iesus our Lord.
nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in christ Iesus our Lord.
the same in Warre, as in Peace. In Sicknesse as in Health, in Want as in wealth. And then shall wee taste most plentifully of the rivers of his kindnesse,
the same in War, as in Peace. In Sickness as in Health, in Want as in wealth. And then shall we taste most plentifully of the Rivers of his kindness,
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And if we doe not beleeue, so much we doe dishonour the Lord. Our Saviour also presseth this point, whatsoever yee desire when yee pray beleeue that you shall haue it,
And if we do not believe, so much we do dishonour the Lord. Our Saviour also Presseth this point, whatsoever ye desire when ye pray believe that you shall have it,
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And secondly, Here are we to be instructed, not onely to beginne our prayers earnestly, but also to end them confidently, giving God the glorie of his Power, Truth, Mercie,
And secondly, Here Are we to be instructed, not only to begin our Prayers earnestly, but also to end them confidently, giving God the glory of his Power, Truth, Mercy,
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And so shall wee, if wee depend upon his gracious promises, for the pardoning of our sinnes, the healing of our natures, the supply of our wants, both inward and outward;
And so shall we, if we depend upon his gracious promises, for the pardoning of our Sins, the healing of our nature's, the supply of our Wants, both inward and outward;
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And whatsoever is wanting in corporall things, shall be supplyed in spirituall, and the longer we waite knocking at the gate of his Mercie, the more plentifully shall wee bee recompenced in the end,
And whatsoever is wanting in corporal things, shall be supplied in spiritual, and the longer we wait knocking At the gate of his Mercy, the more plentifully shall we be recompensed in the end,
